Operation Warnings And Cautions - Winnebago Brave 30W Owner's Manual

SECTION 6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Operation Warnings and Cautions

WARNING
The exhaust of all internal combus-
tion engines contains carbon monox-
ide (CO). This poisonous gas is
colorless, odorless, tasteless, and
lighter than air. The exhaust systems
of both your motor home engine and
your generator engine have been
installed with your safety in mind.
However, certain precautions must be
taken when using them to protect
yourself from conditions beyond the
control of the manufacturer.
1. Do not simultaneously operate the generator
engine and a ventilator which could draw
exhaust gases into the vehicle.
2. Do not open windows or ventilators on the
end or side of the vehicle where exhaust pipe
of the generator is located.
3. Park the vehicle so that the wind will carry
the exhaust away from the vehicle. Also,
note the position of other vehicles to be sure
their exhaust will not enter your vehicle.
4. Do not operate the generator engine when
parked if vegetation, snow, buildings, vehi-
cles, or any other object can deflect the
exhaust under or into the vehicle.
Check auxiliary generator oil level frequently
during periods of use. Refer to the generator
manufacturer's information in your Owner Info-
Case for specific recommendations.
WARNING
Never check generator oil level while
generator engine is running.
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12-VOLT DC SYSTEM
The DC voltage system consists of the chassis
battery and the 12-volt motor home auxiliary
chassis batteries.
Chassis (Starting) Battery
The chassis battery is used solely to operate
the engine starter and all automotive accessories
and controls found on the instrument panel. This
includes the horn, speed control, all exterior
lights, radio, windshield wipers, rear auto heater
fan, etc.
House Batteries
The house batteries supply current to all 12-
volt equipment located in the living area of the
motor home. This includes interior lights, range
exhaust fan, furnace fan, water pump, water level
and holding tank gauges, 110-volt generator
starting, refrigerator, bath roof vent fan, and the
rear automotive heater. The house batteries may
also be used to start the engine if the chassis
battery is dead. Refer to "Aux. Start Switch."
The house batteries are "deep-cycle" type bat-
teries specially designed for recreational vehicle
use. They will provide longer lasting power than
standard automotive batteries, and will withstand
the frequent drain-and-recharge cycles that occur
under the demanding conditions of a camping
outing.
The house batteries are automatically charged
by the engine alternator while the engine is run-
ning.
12-Volt House Fuses And Circuit
Breakers
All 12-volt circuits and equipment in the
coach area of the motor home are protected by
either a fuse panel or breaker panel. When a
circuit is overloaded or a short develops in any
part of the system, a fuse or breaker will shut
down that circuit. If this happens, turn off all
affected lights or appliances and reset the breaker
or replace the fuse with a new one of equal
amperage rating.