Holiday Trip 2012, Owner'S Manual

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2012 Trip
If the generator is “overloaded” or a short
circuit causes “over-current,” either the
generator will shut down or the circuit breaker
will trip. It may be necessary to operate
appliances in sequence, rather than all at the
same time.
NOTE:
The generator may shut down when
loaded nearly to full power and an
air conditioner (or other large motor
load) cycles on. Briefly during start
up, an electric motor can draw up to
three times the rated power. For this
reason it may be necessary to operate
some appliances in sequence when air
conditioners or other large motor loads
are on.
Compensation for temperature and elevation
may also be necessary. The generator’s
maximum output is rated at 500 ft. above sea
level. Beyond this point, the generator will
lose approximately 3.5% of its rated power for
every 1000 ft. gained in elevation. High and low
temperatures can also affect generator output.
Power decreases 1% for every 10º F. above 85º F.
Counteract these effects by operating appliances
in sequence rather than at the same time.
INFORMATION:
The generator may shut down for
reasons other than an overload. If
a blink code appears on the control
switch, refer to the OEM manual to
obtain an explanation for the code.
Generator Fuel
There is always a possibility fuel may be
contaminated. Diesel fuel may contain water
or a microbe growth (black slime). Any
contamination of fuel will greatly reduce the
total output of the generator and may cause
erratic AC output.
NOTE:
The motorhome manufacturer does
not cover damage to the generator
caused by fuel contamination, or to
appliances due to erratic AC voltage.
Resetting the Circuit Breaker
If a circuit breaker trips in
the main AC breaker panel
or on the generator control
panel, there may be a short
circuit or too much load.
NOTE:
The generator will continue to run
after a circuit breaker trips.
If a circuit breaker trips, disconnect or turn
off as many loads as possible. To reset the
circuit breaker, switch the circuit breaker to
Off, then switch back to On to reconnect the
circuit.
If the circuit breaker immediately trips, the
electrical distribution system has a short or
the circuit breaker is faulty. Call a qualified
electrician. If the circuit breaker does not
trip, reconnect a combination of loads that
will not overload the generator or cause the
circuit breaker to trip again. Remember to
compensate for elevation and temperature
changes when reconnecting loads.
NOTE:
An appliance or load may have a short
if it causes a circuit breaker to trip
after reconnection. Do not continue
to reset breaker. Have the problem
corrected before resuming operation.
Generator Exercise
If use of the generator is infrequent,
“exercise” the generator once a month
by operating it at approximately half the
maximum rated output for two hours. This
“exercise” will help promote better starting,
more reliable operation and longer engine life.
This procedure drives off moisture, lubricates
the internal engine parts, replaces the old stale
fuel with a fresh supply, and also promotes
removing oxides from the electrical switches
and contacts.
NOTE:
Avoid short run periods of the
generator. Run the generator under a
load for a minimum of one-half hour.
Average Fuel
Consumption
Diesel 6,000
Watts (gal/hr)
No Load .13
Half Load @ 4Kw .49
Full Load .80
020159t
Circuit Breaker on
generator