Jayco PINNACLE, Manual

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The Battery Disconnect switch is located in an enclosed exterior compartment typically
at the front of the recreation vehicle. Depending on your model RV, it will have one of
two styles of disconnect switches. Contrary to its name, the Battery Disconnect does not
switch off all power to the batteries or the entire RV.
The switch only shuts off the 12VDC power to the
main 12V fuse panel, and the interior of the vehicle.
Batteries can still be trickle charged by the converter,
and there will still be power to the landing legs on Fifth
wheels and certain other devices.
Rotating Dial Disconnect Switch
When this switch is ON, there will be a green area
visible along with a “1” (one) at the top of the switch.
To turn the switch OFF, turn it counter-clockwise until you
see red area along the left side of the switch showing a “0”
(zero)
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.
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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.
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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.
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assignments. Most load centers contain the same components, but they may be positioned
differently. Not all load centers will include a main breaker.
Switch appearance may vary by model