GLOSSARY
AC Inverter - An electronic device that changes
12-volt DC energy from the batteries to 120-
volt 60-cycle, AC energy to operate microwave
ovens, TVs, VCRs, or other appliances that
require 120-volt 60-cycle power.
Belted Seating Positions - These are seats with
seat belts. Anyone riding in the motor home
must use one of these seats any time the
motor home is in motion.
Black Water Tank - The water tank in your
plumbing system that is designed to contain
waste water from the toilet ONLY.
CAUTION - Any statement in this Owner’s
Manual that, if not followed, could result in
damage to the vehicle or components.
Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual - This is the operating and
maintenance manual supplied by the
chassis manufacturer. It is part of your
Owner’s Information Package. It contains
information on operating and maintaining
the engine, transmission, drivetrain and other
components of the motor home chassis.
Clearance Lights - This switch will flash
the clearance lights and is useful when
signalling other large vehicles when
passing or being passed.
DC Converter - An electronic device that
changes 120-volt AC energy from the
main power connection or the generator
to 12-volt DC energy to operate the
12-volt interior lights or other 12-volt DC
appliances or accessories.
Designated Seating Capacity (Canadian units
only) - The number of sleeping positions
designated equals the seating capacity.
Dinghy - A motorized vehicle, such as an
automobile or truck, towed behind a motor
home with all four tires on the ground.
Doorside - The right side of the motor home from
the driver’s point of view. So named because
the main entry/exit door is on this side.
Factory Weight - The UVW at the time of
shipment from the factory to the dealer.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - The
maximum permissible loaded weight a
specific axle is designed to carry.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
- The value specified by the motor home
manufacturer as the maximum allowable loaded
weight of this motor home with its towed
trailer or towed vehicle. Towing and braking
capacities may be different. Refer to American
Coach and the chassis manufacturer’s manuals
for complete information.
Gear Preselection - The selection of a lower gear
to match the driving conditions you encounter
or expect to encounter. Preselection will give
you better control on slick or icy roads and
on downgrades. Downshifting to lower gears
increases engine braking. The selection of a
lower gear often prevents cycling between a
gear and the next higher gear on a series of
short up-and-down grades.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) - An
electrical device attached to the bathroom AC
circuits that disconnect the outlet if a problem
occurs in the ground circuit.
Gray Water Tank - The water tank in your
plumbing system that is designed to contain
waste water from the sinks and shower drains
ONLY. No toilet wastes go into this tank.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - Is the
maximum permissible weight of this fully
loaded motor home.
LCCR (Load Carrying Capacity Reduction) -
The amount the OCCC is reduced due to
vehicle weight added by the dealer between
vehicle certification and first retail sale.
Monitor Panel - An electronic device that
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