Gfci - Damon Astoria Pacific Edition Owner's Manual

Chapter 7 - Technical Systems
ALTERNATING
CURRENT SYSTEM

GFCI

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either the campsite or generator is present, the converter charges the batteries while
also providing power for the house circuits. The converter is an electronic device with
an output rating of 80 amps DC (Direct Current) for units equipped with 50 amp AC
(Alternating Current) service. It is connected directly to the coach batteries through the
battery disconnect in the BCC. All of the converter's output, minus the house power
needs, is available to charge the batteries. Units with 50 amp AC service are equipped
with a Charge Wizard to control the demand for charge directed to the batteries.
The inverter converts 12 Volt power from your house batteries to 120 Volt power for your
motorhome. The inverter will power the front and rear TV, Home Theater, the VCR, the
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) circuit, the microwave and all 120 Volt receipts.
Be aware that batteries are a limited power source and will quickly discharge under high
loads.
The AC electrical system provides grounded electrical power to your 120 Volt electrical
appliances through the external shoreline or your power generator. The shoreline is a
one-piece molded cord that provides a weatherproof cable assembly. Included in this
cord is a grounding pin. If any adapter or extension cord is used, ensure the wire is
sufficiently sized for the amperage of the motorhome. Be sure the grounding pin is
maintained.
Electrical output devices, extension cords and adapters must be
grounded and suitable for the electrical requirements of your
motorhome. Failure to provide sufficient electrical power can cause low voltage and/or damage to
your appliances and motorhome.
AC receptacles are located throughout your unit for your convenience. Certain circuits
are dedicated to individual appliances (i.e. air conditioners, microwave/ convection oven)
because of load requirements.
Your motorhome is provided with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle
located in the bathroom or galley which also provides protection to all outside receptacles.
The GFCI is designed to limit the time of exposure to an electrical shock caused by
current leakage to the ground.
The GFCI should be checked once a month to assure proper
operation. To test the GFCI:
1. Press the TEST button.
2. The RESET button will pop up. If the RESET button does not pop up, a
loss of ground fault protection is indicated. DO NOT USE that outlet or other
outlets on the same circuit until a qualified RV electrician has checked out the
electrical system.
3. To restore power, push the RESET button.
If the outside receptacles do not work, check the GFCI receptacle to make
sure the reset button has not been tripped.