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WARNING
Careless handling of the generator
and electrical components can be fa-
tal.
Never touch electrical leads or appli-
ances when your hand are wet, or
when standing in water or on wet
ground.
Do not attempt to repair the generator
yourself. Service should be performed
by an authorized service center.
Do not plug the power cord into the
generator receptacle while the genera-
tor is running.
Whenever the generator is needed, an auto-
matic power transfer system automatically
switches the household electrical system to the
generator 10 seconds after the generator is
started. The ten-second delay allows the genera-
tor to start easily without the burden of electrical
loads.
Starting and Stopping the Generator
The generator switches are located on the dash
and on the monitor panel. The generator starter
circuit does not rely on the automotive battery, so
the switch will operate whether the ignition
switch is on or off.
This coach may be equipped with one of sev-
eral models of generators. Consult the generator
owner's manual in your Owner's InfoCase for
specific instructions on starting and stopping
your generator.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Basic Generator Operation:
Starting:
· See generator manufacturer's operating in-
formation for specific instructions.
· Reduce all electrical loads. (Shut off lights,
fans, appliances, etc.)
· If the generator has not been run for two
weeks or more, you may need to prime the
fuel system before attempting to start.
· Press the generator starter switch on and hold
until generator engine is running, then re-
lease.
· Let the generator engine stabilize and run
smoothly before turning appliances or electri-
cal equipment on.
· Refer to the output specifications of your
generator in the generator manufacturer's
manual.
· Do not overload generator by turning too
many items on. Overloading will cause the
circuit breaker on the generator to trip. If this
happens, the generator will run but no elec-
tricity will be present in the coach. You must
then reset the circuit breaker on the side of the
generator. See load chart for estimation of
typical RV loads.
Stopping:
· Before shutting generator down, turn off
electrical loads and let engine run at no-load
for a few minutes to cool down.
SECTION 6
6-5
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