Fleetwood 2013 Jamboree, Owner'S Manual

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Electrical Systems
Attaching booster cables, and poor connec-
tions are a common cause of electrical arcs
which can cause explosion.
• Check and adjust the electrolyte level
before charging. Fill each cell to the indica-
tor with distilled water.
• Always remove all vent caps before charg-
ing the battery.
• Do not charge the battery at a rate that
causes the electrolyte to spew out.
• In cold temperature storage conditions, bat-
teries may freeze if not properly charged.
Solar Panel
(If Equipped)
Your new motor home may be equipped with
an optional solar charger. The solar charging
panel installed on the roof of your motor home is
designed to “trickle-charge” your battery system.
It is not intended to be a fast charger. It also can-
not supply large amounts of current to operate
12-volt DC electrical equipment. When the sky
is clear and under bright sun, the solar panel will
help keep your batteries “topped-up”. Do not try
to operate 12-volt DC appliances with the output
of the solar panel.
Selecting a Replacement Battery
When the battery requires replacement, always
choose a battery with the same physical and elec-
trical characteristics as the original equipment.
Your dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Dealer
can advise you on proper battery selection.
Auxiliary Start System
(If Equipped)
You can use the Auxiliary Start System to start
the motor home engine with the house battery if
the chassis battery is discharged. The Auxiliary
Start System has no effect on the vehicle except
to aid in starting the motor home engine. If the
vehicle’s alternator is operating properly, the
batteries will be charged while driving.
To use the Auxiliary Start System:
1. Be sure the motor home is stopped. Shift
the transmission to N or P and apply the
parking brake.
2. Press and hold the Auxiliary Start switch
on the instrument panel.
3. Start the engine with the ignition switch.
4. Hold the auxiliary start switch for at least
30 seconds after motor starts before releasing.
120-VOLT SYSTEM
This system provides grounded 120-volt AC
elec trical service for appliances such as air con-
ditioners, TV, microwave ovens, etc. This sys-
tem includes:
the generator
the main electrical power cord (“shore cord”)
WARNING
Remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal
jewelry before working around a battery. Use caution
when using metal tools. If a tool contacts a battery
terminal or metal connected to it, a short circuit could
occur which could cause personal injury, explosion or
fire.
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WARNING
Do not allow battery electrolyte acid to contact skin,
eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. The electrolyte is
a sulphuric acid solution which could cause serious
personal injury or property damage. Wear eye protec-
tion when working with batteries.
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WARNING
Never expose the battery to an open flame or elec-
tric spark. Chemical action in the battery generates
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Do
not allow battery electrolyte (acid) to contact skin,
eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.
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