Jayco 2016 ALANTE User Manual page 66

SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Maintenance
Inspect the power cord for cuts, cracks and worn insulation. Have the power cord
replaced immediately if these symptoms are noticed.
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ALCULATING LECTRICAL
When connecting appliances to the electrical system, remember that 120-volt
power usage is limited to a total of 30 amps (for 30 AMP systems) and 50 amps
per electrical system leg, for a total of 100 amps (for 50 AMP systems) . Be
mindful of the fact that each operating appliance collectively places an added load
on your 120-volt electrical system.
An unintentional "trip" of a circuit breaker may occur if you overload the motor
home and/or campground electrical system. The amperage rating of individual
appliances can be calculated by dividing appliance wattage consumed (normally
listed on the appliance) by nominal design voltage (120 for a 120-volt appliance).
For example: 1200 watts divided by 120-volts equals 10 amps
To help prevent power surges from damaging the electrical system and its
connected devices, please follow the instructions listing below when
connecting to shore power.
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Only connect the shore power cord to properly wired power receptacles.
30 amp systems: 30 amp NEMA TT30 120-volt
50 amp systems: 50 amp NEMA 14-50 120 volt.
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Do not connect the shore power cord to any power receptacle until you have
contacted the campground owner and/or premise attendant to verify proper
shore receptacle polarity and grounding. Polarity indicators can be purchased
in most electrical and hardware stores.
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Do not use a cheater plug, adapter or extension cord to reconfigure incoming
AC power or to break the continuity of the power cord grounding circuit.
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Do not connect the power cord to an extension cord. Use of an extension
cord can cause overheating of the extension cord and can create a low
voltage condition. Premature failure of connected 120-volt AC powered
equipment may result.
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Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that is not grounded or adapt the
power cord plug to connect to a receptacle for which it is not designed.
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Do not remove the power cord grounding terminal to allow connection with a
non-grounded receptacle. Disabling the grounding circuit of the shore power
cord may create a shock or electrocution hazard.
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that the electrical receptacle being
used is properly wired and grounded.
Reverse polarity and/or improper grounding of the motor home can cause property
damage, personal injury or death. Failures due to improperly wired and grounded
electric receptacles are not covered by the limited warranty.
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