Airstream FLYING CLOUD 2023, Owner'S Manual

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Interior
2023 Flying Cloud
5-9
12-Volt Power Circuits
The current in the converter system is 12 volts direct
current (12 VDC) negative grounded� Power sources
that supply 12 VDC current to the system are as
follows:
• Main charge line from tow vehicle
• Trailer batteries
• Converter
The power sources listed above are all electrically
connected to the 12-volt distribution fuse panel that
distributes current to interior branch circuits� The
circuits provide power to operate all 12-volt DC lights,
pumps, motors, and appliances�
The power converter is a solid-state electronic power
supply and is maintenance-free. It is so self-sufficient
and quiet that you will probably not know it is working
except for the fact that your batteries are always
charged, and your 12-volt lights and appliances always
work�
If any 12-volt appliance fails to operate, first check
your 12-volt distribution fuse block, located behind the
decorative front door in the front right-hand corner of
the converter and inspect all fuses� If a fuse is opened
or blown, replace it with the same size fuse (never
install a larger fuse)� If the fuse opens again, have an
electrician or certified RV technician locate the circuit
trouble� Replace blown fuses only with the same type
and amperage size previously used�
If the power converter is not working, first confirm
the RV supply or shoreline cord is plugged into a live
circuit� Then check all the 120-volt breakers in your
RV distribution panel to make sure they are on� If
the breaker is tripped, follow the instructions to reset
the breakers� If the breaker trips again, consult an
electrician or certified RV technician.
Converter Operation
The power converter is designed to supply the nominal
12-volt-filtered DC power for all 12-volt-operated
devices encountered in RV service� Although the
converter is an excellent battery charger, the converter
does not require a battery to be connected to it for
proper operation�
NOTE
When installing a battery (s), always observe
polarity. Connecting a battery in reverse polarity
will blow the power converter main fuses located
on the 12-volt DC distribution fuse block.
Power Center
The power center is installed below the refrigerator,
wardrobe, pantry, or bed, depending on the model�
Open the decorative door for access to 12-volt fuses
and 120- volt breakers�
The power center's converter transforms 120-volt
alternating current (AC) into 12-volt direct current
(DC)�The converter/charging system is the interior low
voltage electrical system that enables you to use the
interior lights, fans, pumps, and 12-volt appliances,
whether operating on self-contained battery power or
120-volt city power� The 12-volt light bulbs give off the
same light as regular household bulbs, so that when
operating on self-contained battery power, everything
works normally except the 120-volt convenience
outlets and 120-volt appliances� The converter system
is designed to maintain constant output voltages
regardless of the variances that occur in city power
systems�
The converter is energized only when the trailer is
hooked up to external AC power�
To test the converter, observe the following:
•
Confirm 120-volt power is going into converter.
• Disconnect the 12+ wire from the master switch�
• Using a voltmeter, check voltage output between
heavy gauge positive and negative wires coming out
of converter�
• The voltage must be within 13�6 and 14�0 volts� (The
meter of the tester should be calibrated periodically�)
• If converter is not within these voltages, have it
serviced by a qualified technician or replace it.
One of these wires is not spliced onto a wire of the
same color� It is the backup wire that is yellow in the
cable and black in the harness�
A label on the inside of the converter door lists the
circuits and what each fuse powers�