Generator Hourmeter; Operation Warnings And Cautions - Winnebago 2004 Chalet Owner's Manual

· 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.
· Press the generator switch Off and hold until
the generator engine comes to a complete
stop.
Approximate Power Requirements of
Common Appliances
Appliance or Tool
Vacuum cleaner
Coffee Maker
Hair dryer
Electric clothes iron
Electric blanket
Television
Electric drill
Air conditioner
Converter
Microwave Oven

Generator Hourmeter

This meter is located on the monitor panel. It
registers the total number of hours that the gen-
erator has been operated. Refer to the hourmeter
to determine when periodic maintenance is due
Approximate Power
Consumption
(Watts/Amps)
200-500W/1.7-4.3A
550-700W/4.8-6.1A
800-1500W/7.0-13.0A
500-1200W/4.3-10.4A
50-200W/0.4-1.7A
80-100W/0.7A
250-750W/2.2-6.5A
1400-2000W/13-19A
300-500W/2.6-4.3A
700-1500W/6.0-13.0A
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
and to record services which have been per-
formed.

Operation Warnings and Cautions

WARNING
The exhaust of all internal combus-
tion engines contains carbon monox-
ide (CO). This poisonous gas is
colorless, odorless, tasteless, and
lighter than air. The exhaust systems
of both your motor home engine and
your generator engine have been
installed with your safety in mind.
However, certain precautions must be
taken when using them to protect
yourself from conditions beyond the
control of the manufacturer.
1. Do not simultaneously operate the generator
engine and a ventilator which could draw
exhaust gases into the vehicle.
2. Do not open windows or ventilators on the
end or side of the vehicle where exhaust pipe
of the generator is located.
3. Park the vehicle so that the wind will carry
the exhaust away from the vehicle. Also,
note the position of other vehicles to be sure
their exhaust will not enter your vehicle.
4. Do not operate the generator engine when
parked if vegetation, snow, buildings, vehi-
cles, or any other object can deflect the
exhaust under or into the vehicle.
Check auxiliary generator oil level frequently
during periods of use. Refer to the generator
manufacturer's information in your Owner Info-
Case for specific recommendations.
WARNING
Never check generator oil level while
generator engine is running.
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