Highland Ridge RV 2015 Owner's Manual page 61

HIGHLAND RIDGE TOWABLE
Replacement and maintenance
Some equipment in your RV will draw small amounts of current even when turned
OFF. To prevent the auxiliary battery from being discharged when your RV is not
connected to shore line power, disconnect the auxiliary battery negative cable at
the battery. During storage, it is important to check the voltage monthly and
recharge the auxiliary battery as needed. If you remove the auxiliary battery from
your RV, store it in a dry, cool area per the manufacturer's instructions.
When it is time to replace the auxiliary battery, replace it with a Group 27 deep
cycle battery only. Contact the battery manufacturer for further information. Do not
reverse the positive and negative battery cables (doing so will blow the reverse
polarity fuse(s) that protect the converter).
(Refer to the Battery Safety Precautions listed in the Auxiliary Battery section).
Battery Isolator For Your Tow Vehicle (Customer Supplied)
You may want to consider the installation of a battery isolator on your tow vehicle
as a convenience feature:
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It receives current from the tow vehicle alternator and controls distribution of
energy to both the RV auxiliary battery and the tow vehicle battery.
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It serves as a check valve to prevent energy from being drawn from your tow
vehicle chassis battery (so you can start your tow vehicle engine).
Your dealer can assist you with the selection, purchase and installation of this
aftermarket part.
12- F P
VOLT USE
The 12-volt fuse panel is labeled to indicate fuse sizes, positions and the
components powered. At the beginning of camping season, inspect all the 12-volt
fuses and replace as needed.
Replacing a fuse
Before replacing a fuse, always turn off electrical component(s) protected by it.
1. Disconnect the shore power cord.
2. Disconnect the RV auxiliary battery main negative battery cable.
3. Remove the fuse panel cover to check fuses.
4. Pull the fuse straight out of the fuse block. If the fuse is not blown, something
else must be causing the problem. Please contact your dealer for further
assistance.
5. Insert a new fuse of the same specified voltage, amperage rating and type in
the original location. Never use a higher rated replacement fuse.
The fuse panel label should be kept permanently affixed to your RV. The fuses will
not offer complete protection of the RV electrical system in the event of a power
surge or spike.
Replacement fuses must be of the same voltage, amperage rating and type.
Never use a higher rated replacement fuse; doing so may cause a fire by
overheating the RV wiring.
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SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WARNING
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