Power Transfer Switch; Power Transfer Switch - SAFARI Trek 2002 Owner's Manual

You can start your generator by using one of two generator switches. One is located on
the Coach Monitor Panel. The other switch is located on the generator itself. Press the
START button and hold it until the generator starts. A delay of up to five seconds is
normal. To stop the generator, press the lower portion of the switch until the motor
comes to a complete halt.
NOTE: If the generator does not start, release the button and try again. Continuous
cranking can damage the generator starter.
Do not neglect maintenance of the generator. A full schedule is provided in the generator
manual. An hour meter is mounted on the Coach Monitor Panel for your convenience.
If you are operating in dirty or dusty conditions you should accelerate the schedule
accordingly. Monitor the generator for signs of problems, such as odd noises, power loss,
and overheating. If any such signs appear, have the generator serviced promptly.
WARNING: Never use your generator as an emergency power source for a resi-
dence, or any other facility connected to an electric utility service.
Using the coach generator to provide power to any building on an
electric utility energy grid may allow electricity to flow back to the
utility lines. This would present an extreme hazard to any technician
working to restore power.
WARNING: Never store anything in the generator compartment. Using this area
for storage presents a fire hazard, and may prevent the correct opera-
tion of the generator.

Power Transfer Switch

An automatic power transfer switch connects the coach to available external power.
In most models, this switch is located in the bay with the inverter and the 50 Amp shore
line. If 120 VAC power is not present from the external power source, the transfer switch
will select generator power approximately 40 seconds after the generator starts producing
electricity. Generator power will always have priority over shore power when it is present.
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