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NOTE: If an outlet doesn't work, check the GFI.
Reset it if necessary. If the GFI continues to trip,
have the motor home electrical system checked
at an authorized Fleetwood Service Center or by
a
qualified electrician.
.
Test the GFI at least once a month. To test the GFI,
connect to 120-volt AC.
Push the "TEST' button. The "RESET' button should pop
out, indicating that the protected circuit has been discon-
nected.
WARNING
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 ELECTRI-
CAL OUTLETS. HAVE THE MOTOR HOME
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHECKED AT AN
AUTHORIZED FLEETWOOD SERVICE CEN-
TER OR BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN_ DO
NOT USE THE SYSTEM UNTIL THE PROB-
LEM HAS BEEN CORRECTED.
To restore power push the "RESET' button.
Your Owner's Information Package contains a card that
can be used to record test dates. Keep the card in a
conspicuous place, and keep it up to date.
COACH FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The 120-volt circuit breakers and 12-volt fuses are lo-
cated in the same compartment. These devices interrupt
the power if the circuit is overloaded.
The 120-volt circuit breakers include a 30 amp main
breaker and several smaller breakers for individual cir-
cuits. If a circuit breaker is tripped, look for an overload on
that circuit, then reset it by turning the breaker OFF and
then turning it ON. Do not try to reset a breaker the
second time without locating the overload problem.
The 12-volt fuses protect individual circuits. If the circuit
is overloaded, it will blow the fuse and the fuse must be
replaced. Check the circuit for an overload and replace
the fuse with the same type and amperage rating.
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL 12-VOLT FUSES OR 120-
VOLT BREAKERS WITH AMPERAGE RAT-
INGS GREATER THAN THAT SPECIFIED ON
THE DEVICE OR LABEL. DOING SO CONSTI-
TUTES A FIRE HAZARD.
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GENERATOR
Your motor home may be equipped with a gasoline-
powered generator which will provide complete electrical
seit-containment when regular public utility AC power is
unavailable. Controls are at the generator and at a
remote control panel located inside the motor home.
With the generator operating, power is available at all of
the 120-volt power outlets in the motor home,just as if the
cord were connected to an external source. The genera-
tor is also connected to the power converter, thus supply-
ing 12-volt power as well.
Generator Fuel Supply
Gasoline for the generator is taken from the main fuel
tank through a special feeder tube which is higher in the
tank than the feeder tube to the motor home. This
arrangement prevents the generator from running the
motor home fuel tank dry.
For Chevrolet Chassis only: The generator can run the
fuel tank dry if it is operated while the motor home engine
is running. If the motor home engine is not running, the
generator will run until the tank is at approximately the
1/4-tank
level.
.
Generator Operation
NOTE: Refer to the generator operating instruc-
tion manual provided in your Owner's Informa-
tion Package for information before starting the
generator. Do not start the generator unit with
a
heavy power load. Always wait at least three
minutes after starting generator before turning
on (or plugging in) heavy electrical loads, such
as
the roof air conditioner.
To start the generator, hold the switch in the START
position until the unit starts, then release the switch. If the
unit isslowto start, DO NOT hold the switch in the START
position for more than 10 seconds. Release the switch,
wait 15 seconds, then repeat. This will help avoid over-
heating and damage to the generator starting system. To
stop the unit, hold the switch to the STOP position until
the engine stops. If you release the switch too soon, the
engine will continue to run.
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
Read and understand the generator operating. mainte-
nance and safety instructions furnished in your Owner's
Information Package.
Do not smoke or use an open flame near the generator
unit or fuel tank.
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