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Northern Lite 600AH Lithium Package
The electrical system your Northern Lite truck camper has been thoughtfully designed to
be as user-friendly and efficient as possible while supporting a wide range of off-grid and
on-grid power needs. Whether you're plugged into shore power, driving, or relying on solar
energy, the system works to ensure your batteries stay charged and your appliances
operate smoothly.
WARNING
It is important to note that this system can handle upwards of 150 amps of 12VDC
current, during charging or during heavy power usage. While the system includes built-
in protections, improper handling or unauthorized modifications can pose serious
risks of electric shock, fire, or equipment damage. Always follow safety procedures
and consult a qualified technician if unsure about any electrical work.
This RV electrical system has been designed and configured for safe, reliable, and
efficient operation. Do not alter settings, wiring, or configurations unless you are fully
qualified and understand the consequences of such changes.
Modifying system settings (such as charge profiles, voltage limits, or device
parameters) without proper knowledge may result in battery damage, equipment
failure, electrical fire, or personal injury. Always follow manufacturer instructions and
consult a certified technician before making any adjustments. System components
may carry high current, extreme caution is required during inspection or service. By
changing system settings, the user assumes full responsibility for any resulting
damage, performance issues, or safety risks. Manufacturer warranties may be voided
by unauthorized changes or modifications.
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- Page 1 Northern Lite 600AH Lithium Package The electrical system your Northern Lite truck camper has been thoughtfully designed to be as user-friendly and efficient as possible while supporting a wide range of off-grid and on-grid power needs. Whether you're plugged into shore power, driving, or relying on solar energy, the system works to ensure your batteries stay charged and your appliances operate smoothly.
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Page 2: System Overview
System Overview Your Northern Lite is equipped with a multi-source power system designed to maintain battery health and deliver reliable electricity for onboard use. The six key components in this system are: 1. Main Battery Switch 2. 3000W Inverter/Charger 3. 40A DC to DC Charger 4. - Page 3 Special Note: Your Northern Lite camper comes installed with a 40A DC/DC charger wired to a female connector on the driver’s side of the camper. The male connector and insulated cover is supplied loose.
- Page 4 • Your RV is equipped with a 12V lithium battery bank, consisting of two 12V 300AH lithium (LiFePO₄) batteries wired in parallel, creating a total usable capacity of 600AH at 12V. Function: • The battery bank stores energy from all power sources, shore power, vehicle, generator (if equipped), and solar panels to supply consistent 12V power to your camper’s electrical system.
- Page 5 • Always turn the battery switch OFF prior to replacing any AC breaker or DC fuse. • Use only correctly rated fuses and breakers as specified in the panel labeling. • For issues beyond fuse replacement, consult Northern Lite or a qualified RV technician.
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Page 6: Electrical Schematic
Electrical Schematic Wiring diagrams can be found on our website. Northern Lite Manuals | Northern Lite 4- Season Truck Campers System overview below: Figure 1 - Electrical Schematic... - Page 7 Bluetooth Connection (OPTIONAL) 1. Install the “Go Power Connect” app on your smartphone. And open the app. 2. Click “+” at the top right of the device selection screen.
- Page 8 3. Once all devices are loaded select one of the 300 Ah batteries. 4. Press the blinking light on the battery selected to authenticate the connection. 5. When prompted, provide a name for the device. If the device being paired is a battery bank, follow steps 6 to 8.
- Page 9 7. On the next screen, verify 2 batteries are detected. If not, ensure both batteries are powered on an have a steady or blinking green light. 8. Select parallel under step 2, bank setup 9. Press start to begin automated battery setup procedure.
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Page 10: System Operation
11. Verify procedure by selecting the newly named device in the device selection screen. After loading the battery bank device the screen should read out all battery stats. 12. Repeat these steps to connect the solar charge controller, inverter charger and PowerTrak display. System Operation 1. - Page 11 Figure 2 - Excerpt from GoPower Manual Battery Screen: Displays current capacity, voltage and the net power (watts) and current (amperage) flowing to (charging, positive) or flowing from (discharging, negative). It will also estimate time to empty or time to full based on the current electrical loads.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
The camper should be checked regularly to monitor the battery bank. This can be done through the Powertrak display or the GoPower Connect app (optional). If the battery bank gets lower than 20% (120AH remaining) the unit should be plugged into shore power and the battery switch turned back to ON. - Page 13 1. With the truck running, remove the forward bench seat lid to expose the DC Charger. 2. Verify that the power indicator light (blue) is illuminated. <insert photo> 3. If light is not illuminated, remove the male connector from the camper. With a multimeter measure the voltage from pins 1 to 3 and 2 to 3, both readings should be approximately 12VDC.
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Page 14: Factory Reset
Lithium. Note, while in your camper there are two batteries, the battery bank is recognized as B1. The B2 battery is an optional secondary battery bank that is not used in your Northern Lite camper. 3. In the Charger page settings change breaker size from 30A to 15A. Set the max...
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