Airstream Avenue 2011, User Manual

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ELECTRICAL SySTEMS
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The inverter/charger and the generator start are wired direct to the house bat-
tery. Although they can be started and ran on this battery feed, the power they
supply goes to the 12 volt stud and the battery disconnect switch must be on
for power to be supplied from these sources to the distribution panel.
The battery disconnect has a removable knob to prevent inadvertent or ac-
cidental use.
To Remove Knob:
Rotate the knob to the off position, The knob is still locked to the switch. 1.
Depress and continue to rotate anti-clockwise until the stop is reached. 2.
The knob can now be removed by pulling it straight out.
To Replace Knob:
Place knob in the switch housing. Depress and turn clockwise 45º to the off
position.
NOTE: As a safety precaution the electric gas shut-off solenoid closes
automatically when 12-volt power is disconnected, cutting gas to appli-
ances. It will reopen when power is restored.
Battery Separator
The Battery Separator is located under the lounge accessed by opening the
rear cargo doors. It is designed as a solenoid priority system to protect the
chassis charging system from excessive loading while allowing house batteries
to be charged. The Battery Separator has two basic uses:
Protect The Charging System
The Battery Separator monitors the battery system to determine if the batteries
are being charged. The charging can be accomplished through the inverter/
charger or the engine charging system. When the engine battery or house bat-
teries are charging, the Battery Separator will engage, joining the two battery
banks. If charging ceases and voltage decreases in either bank the Battery
Separator will disconnect the two banks from each other, protecting the banks
from being discharged simultaneously.
Assist in Engine Starting
The Battery Separator will recognize a weak engine battery and connect the
house battery to the engine battery when the ignition switch is engaged for
starting the engine.