Jayco 2016 White Hawk, Owner'S Manual

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JAYCO TOWABLE SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
6-11
Lever Type Disconnect Switch
The red lever switch has a detent on it that keeps it attached to the panel. This lever can be
removed, so the lanyard holding the lever keeps the key from getting lost. Operation is
similar in operation to the dial switch above, turning the lever counter-clockwise turns off
all 12VDC power to the fuse panel in the RV.
B
ATTERY
I
SOLATOR
F
OR
Y
OUR
T
OW
V
EHICLE
(C
USTOMER
S
UPPLIED
)
You may want to consider the installation of a battery isolator on your tow vehicle as a
convenience feature:

It receives current from the tow vehicle alternator and controls distribution of energy
to both the RV auxiliary battery and the tow vehicle battery.

It serves as a check valve to prevent energy from being drawn from your tow vehicle
chassis battery (so you can start your tow vehicle engine).
Your dealer can assist you with the selection, purchase and installation of this aftermarket
part. than 60 watts (5 amps) of 12-volt power. To prevent short circuits do not allow
metallic foreign matter to get into the 12-volt DC outlet.
L
OAD
C
ENTER
The Load Center contains 12VDC fuses and 120VAC circuit breakers for almost all of the
electrical appliances and circuits in the RV. The 120V Main Breaker (if so equipped) is
located in this panel and will turn off all 120-volt power to the recreation vehicle. The
load center is a hinged panel typically attached to a cabinet face in the main living area.
Locations will vary by model. Refer to the
diagram inside the Load Center for specific
fuse assignments. Most load centers contain the same components, but they may be
positioned differently. Not all load centers will include a main breaker.
Typical Load
Center Exterior
Panel
Load Center Panel w/120 volt Main
breaker – load center appearance
and configuration may vary by
model
12V
fuses
120V Main
Breaker