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Foretravel Owners Manual
ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
G
ENERAL
The electrical system is designed to provide power to the built-in appli-
ances and lights from either a 120-volt outside source, the power plant, or a
12-volt battery installed in your RV. This system will charge the 12-volt bat-
tery while the vehicle is being energized by a 120-volt AC source. As with all
other RV systems, the electrical equipment has been installed in an approved
manner required by the NFPA 501-C. Remember that the power from the
battery is limited. Do not try to operate your RV for too long on the battery
alone. You will find from experience just how long the battery will last before
it needs recharging.
U320 models are equipped with a motorized shoreline reel. To operate the
reel, simply pull the shoreline out to the desired length. To retract the shore-
line, press the switch labeled "shoreline" and let the motor pull the shoreline
in. Use your other hand to guide the shoreline on to the reel.
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HANGES
ODIFICATIONS
Your electrical system of 120 volts AC and 12 volts DC has been designed
and installed in accordance with the safety requirements of NFPA 501C and the
National Electrical Code. Any changes, additions and/or modifications that
you make after delivery may develop a hazardous condition. Be sure to
consult your local authorized dealer for advice concerning changes or addi-
tions. Only qualified electrical technicians should attempt to make any changes
or additions to your electrical system, and then, using only approved materials
and components and employing approved methods of installation.
Your electrical system wiring harnesses may include some unused wires
that are for use with options. Presence of these extra wires does not indicate that
an item should have been included.
C
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ONNECTIONS
A problem for many vehicle owners is a lack of understanding of the
equipment ground pin on electrical plug caps. It is important for you to under-
stand its purpose in order to prevent a potentially fatal electrical shock.
Many wonder why the RVs are equipped with plugs that will not fit into
receptacles in some parks. Often RV owners continue to find ways to plug into
the smaller 15 amp receptacles. However, this is not safe! The larger 30 and 50
amp plugs on an RV indicate that it can draw between 30 and 50 amps of cur-
rent when connected to a 120-volt power source.
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Section 8 - The Electrical Distribution System
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