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Electrical Systems
service and the motor home power distribution
panel, push the plug straight into the receptacle.
A.
WARNING
Do not operate the 120-volt electrical system without
a proper ground. Electrocution or severe electrical
shock could result.
A.
CAUTION
Switch off the 50 amp main breakers located in the
120-volt AC load center (breaker panel) before you
insert or remove the 50 amp power plug. Be sure to
insert or remove the plug straight into or out of the
receptacle. The neutral and both 120-volt volt pins
should make contact at the same time to avoid exces-
sive voltage on one leg of the circuit that could dam-
age 120-volt appliances.
Power Converter
The converter will automatically supply 12-volt
DC power when your motor home is operating
on 120-volt from the generator or a public util-
ity. The DC power converter will charge the
chassis and house batteries when plugged into
120-volt AC service or by the generator (if
equipped).
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI)
Bathroom, galley, and patio 120-volt electrical
outlets are protected by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI). This device is intended to
protect you against the hazards of electrical
shocks possible when using electrical appliances
in the bathroom or galley or in damp areas.
Should a circuit or appliance (electric shaver,
hair dtyer, etc.) develop a potential shock hazard,
the GFCI device is designed to disconnect the
outlet (and other outlets on the same circuit),
limiting your exposure time. Test the GFCI at
least once a month. To test the GFCI:
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NOTE
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If an outlet doesn't work, check the GFCI. Reset it if
necessary.
If the GFCI continues to trip, have the
motor home electrical system checked at an author-
ized Fleetwood Dealer or by
a
qualified electrician.
1. Connect the main power cord to 120-volt AC.
2. Push the TEST button. The RESET button
should pop out, indicating that the pro-
tected circuit has been disconnected.
3. If the RESET button does not pop out when
the test button is pushed, a loss of ground
fault protection is indicated. Do not use any
electrical outlets. Have the motor home
electrical system checked at an authorized
Fleetwood Dealer or by a qualified electri-
cian. Do not use the system until the prob-
lem has been con'ected.
4. To restore power push the RESET button.
A.
WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses or 120-volt breakers with
amperage ratings greater than that specified on the
device or label. Doing so constitutes a fire hazard.
Generator
(If Equipped)
Your motor home may be equipped with a gaso-
line or Propane-powered generator which will
provide complete electrical self-containment
when regular public utility AC power is unavail-
able. Controls are at the generator and at a
remote panel located in the living area of the
motor home.
When the generator is operating, power is avail-
able at all of the 120-volt power outlets in the
motor home, just as if the cord were connected
to an external source. The generator is also con-
nected to the power converter, thus supplying
12-volt power as welL
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