12-Volt Dc System - Winnebago Cambria Owner's Manual

Operation Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
The exhaust of all internal combustion
engines contains carbon monoxide (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 while
parked if vegetation, snow, buildings,
vehicles, 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
InfoCase for specific recommendations.
WARNING
Never check generator oil level while
generator engine is running.

12-VOLT DC SYSTEM

The DC voltage system consists of the chassis
battery and the 12-volt house auxiliary batteries.
Chassis (Starting) Battery
The chassis battery is used to operate the
engine starter and automotive accessories and
controls found on the instrument panel. The
slideout room system and the electric step are
also connected to the chassis battery.
The chassis battery is located in the engine
compartment. See your chassis owner's manual
for further information.
House (Aux.) Batteries
The house batteries supply current to 12-volt
equipment located in the living area of the motor
home. This includes interior lights, range exhaust
fan, furnace fan, water pump, water level and
holding tank gauges, 110-volt generator starting,
refrigerator and bath roof vent fan. The house
batteries may also be used to start the engine if
the chassis battery is discharged. Refer to Battery
Boost Switch in Section 3.
The house batteries are "deep-cycle" type
batteries specially designed for recreational
vehicle use. They will provide longer lasting
power than standard automotive batteries, and
will withstand the frequent drain-and-recharge
cycles that occur under the demanding conditions
of a camping outing.
The house batteries are automatically charged
by the engine alternator while the engine is
running.
SECTION 6
ELECTRICAL
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