Bailey ALICANTO GRANDE, Owner'S Manual

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THE 12v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Your caravan is fitted with a 12v charger as
standard. This converts the 230v AC supply
into 12v DC. It enables the 12v equipment in
the caravan to function and also charges the
caravan leisure battery when plugged into a
site hook up. A fully charged caravan leisure
battery should read 13.8 volts on the voltmeter
mounted in the control panel. The charger is
capable of charging leisure batteries and will
not overcharge.
The 12v system is designed to operate with
a leisure battery in circuit and should not be
turned on without one connected.
The 12v supply to the caravan services can be
isolated via the 12v on/off switch on the control
panel.
The battery must be placed in the
tray provided in the battery storage
compartment.
A battery of not less than 40-50 amps/hours
capacity is recommended. Crocodile clips
should never be used to connect the battery,
and terminals should be shrouded. Always
switch off all appliances and lamps before
disconnecting the auxiliary battery.
• The battery should be secured to prevent
movement when towing.
• Metal objects should not be stored in the
battery box.
• Where a 12v extension is used between
the tow-car and caravan, this should not
exceed 5 metres in length- minimum cable
size 2.5mm to minimise voltage drop.
• DIY modifications/additions to the wiring
systems are not recommended. Always
consult your retailer who will carry out
such work.
• Do not continuously charge the battery
when the caravan is not in use.
Negative connections should always
be disconnected first and reconnected
last.
Car type battery chargers are not
suitable for charging a leisure battery
and may damage it.
When not using the caravan always
ensure that the fridge control is
turned to the ‘off’ position. Failure to
do this will result in a flat battery due
to 12v power drain from the fridge
circuit relays.
B
ATTERY
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ONNECTIONS
Certain models are fitted with a 12v external
solar panel connection point. This can be
found on the side of your van.
Certain models also feature a connection for
a free standing external satellite dish. This
connection is located within the external 230v
socket.
Any replacement of an auxiliary
battery shall be of the same type and
specification as originally fitted or as
specified by the manufacturer.
THE ELE
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