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Electrical system
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8Electrical system
Chapter overview
This chapter contains instructions regarding the electrical system of the
vehicle.
The instructions address the following topics:
safety
explanations of terms relating to the battery
12 V power supply
power supply unit
electric kit
230 V power supply
connection to the 230 V power supply
fuse rating
towing vehicle connection
external socket
electrical wiring
The operation of the electrical appliances of the housing body is described in
chapter 9.
8.1
General safety instructions
The vehicle is a safe place during a storm (Faraday cage). However, to protect
the electrical devices, disconnect the 230 V connection and retract the
antennae as a precaution.
8.2
Terms
Capacity
Capacity refers to the amount of electricity which can be stored in a battery.
The capacity of a battery is given in ampere hours (Ah). The so-called K20
value is normally used.
The K20 value indicates how much current a battery is able to dispense over
a time period of 20 hours without causing damage, or how much current is
required to charge a flat battery within 20 hours.
For example, if a battery can dispense 4 amps for 20 hours, then it has a
capacity of 4 A x 20 h = 80 Ah.
If more current flows, the capacity of the battery reduces proportionately.
External influences, such as temperature and age may alter the storage
capacity of the battery. Capacity details refer to new batteries operating at
room temperature.
8.3
12 V power supply
Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system.
If you use the battery of the towing vehicle to provide power for the caravan,
bear in mind that the battery capacity is restricted. If you place too great a
burden on the battery, this may lead to starting difficulties.
Always disconnect the electrical connection between the towing vehicle
and the caravan before the caravan is connected to the local power supply.
In order to carry this out, disconnect the plug from towing vehicle socket.
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