Jayco 2016 PINNACLE, User Manual

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C onnecting The Power Cord
Always test the external power source (i.e., the campsite power receptacle or electrical
box) with a ground monitor before connecting your power cord to it. If the ground monitor
indicates ‘reverse polarity’ or an ‘open ground’
DO NOT connect the power cord.
1. Turn “off” the load center main 120-volt circuit breaker.
2. Carefully extend the entire length of the power cord (approximately 25’-35’) from the
electric cable hatch to the external power source.
3. Plug the power cord into the receptacle. Be sure all the power cord prongs are properly
plugged into the receptacle.
4. Return to your recreation vehicle and turn “on” the load center main circuit breaker.
5. To help prevent power surges from damaging the connected loads, please follow these
instructions when hooking up to the external power source:
The shore line power cord should be unplugged when the recreation vehicle is left
unattended. If something would happen to the electrical system, this may help limit
potential damage.
When you are ready to leave, reverse the power cord connection process. Use care to prevent
damaging the power cord electrical connection pins when connecting or disconnecting the
shore line power cord. Grasp the plug to remove the power cord from the outlet; do not
unplug it by pulling on the cord.
Maintenance
Inspect the power cord for cuts, cracks and worn insulation. Have the power cord replaced
immediately if these symptoms are noticed.
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0-amp Power Cord (If So Equipped)
The 50 amp external utility power cord is commonly referred to as the “shore” power cord. It
is designed to mate and properly function with 50 amp “shore” power receptacles available
at most campgrounds.
The shore power cord is designed to continuously carry the 50 amp current flow required to
power each leg of the electrical system. It also creates a critical ground connection between
the vehicle electrical system and the campground shore power receptacle.
PLUG INTO 50-AMP SERVICE ONLY.
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Plugging the shoreline power cord into an incorrectly wired power source
could damage the recreation vehicle electrical system and result in severe or
fatal injury.
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