Winnebago Journey Owner's Manual page 79

switches in two locations inside the coach; in
addition to the switch on the generator itself:
· Instrument Panel
· Systems Monitor Panel (One Place)
The generator starter circuit does not rely on
the automotive battery, so the switch will oper-
ate whether the ignition switch is on or off.
Basic Generator Operation:
• See generator manufacturer's operating
information for specific instructions.
• Reduce all electrical loads. (Shut off lights,
fans, appliances, etc.)
• If the generator has not been run for two
weeks or more, you may need to prime the
fuel system before attempting to start.
• Press the generator starter switch on and
hold until generator engine is running, then
release.
NOTE: Diesel generators may require glow plug
pre-heating before starter will engage.
See diesel generator manual for details.
Generator Switch and Hourmeter
• Let the generator engine stabilize and run
smoothly before turning appliances or elec-
trical equipment on.
• Do not overload generator by turning too
many items on. See load chart for estimation
of typical RV loads. Refer to the output spec-
ifications of your generator in the generator
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
manufacturer's manual. Then see the follow-
ing electrical load chart to estimate your typ-
ical 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.
CAUTION
Continuous generator overloading
can cause high operating tempera-
tures that can damage the generator
windings. Keep the electrical loads
within the generator wattage rating.
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
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
and to record services which have been per-
formed.
NOTE: While the generator is running it is nor-
mal for the hourmeter to make a periodic
"ticking" sound.
SECTION 6
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
700-1500W/6.0-13.0A
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