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SECTION 5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – 50 AMP
Your motor home is equipped with a 50 amp
120-volt 60hz AC electrical system. The
entire system is designed to operate on 2 legs
of 120-volt power at a maximum current flow
of 50 amperes per leg. Exposure to voltages
higher or lower than a nominal 120-volts will
damage or shorten the service life of the
electrical system and appliances. The 50 amp
120-volt 60hz AC electrical system can be
powered by the 120-volt 60hz utilities found in
RV campgrounds or by 120-volt 60hz
generator power.
The following electrical components will only
operate when your motorhome is connected
to shore or generator power: 120 to 12-volt
power converter, air conditioner(s),
refrigerator, microwave oven, television(s),
home theater system(s), electric water heater,
washer, dryer, fireplace, and appliances
plugged into convenience receptacles.
120-
VOLT
C
IRCUIT
B
REAKERS
The 120-volt AC circuit breakers located
inside the main load center and inverter sub-
panel protect all 120-volt wiring and
components in the motor home from circuit
overloads and short circuits. Should a circuit
overload or short circuit occur the circuit
breaker protecting the affected circuit will “trip”
preventing the flow of electricity through that
circuit.
If a circuit breaker trips, shut “off” the
appliance on that circuit (i.e., central air
conditioner, etc.) and allow the circuit breaker
to cool down for a brief period of time. After
the cooling down period, reset the circuit
breaker by moving its lever “off” and then
back to the “on” position. If the circuit breaker
re-trips or frequently trips, contact your dealer
to have the electrical problem diagnosed and
repaired.
A circuit breaker identification label is
permanently attached to the inside surface of
the 120-volt load center.
Circuit breakers and fuses will not offer
complete protection of the electrical system
in the event of power surge or voltage
spike.
Maintenance and Replacement
At the beginning of camping season, inspect
the circuit breakers and replace as needed.
Test by turning each circuit breaker “off” and
back “on”. Circuit breakers are wearable parts
and must be replaced as needed, as part of
your motor home maintenance. If you have
any questions, consult your dealer.
Replacement circuit breakers must be of
the same voltage, amperage rating and
type. Never use a higher rated
replacement circuit breaker; doing so may
cause a fire by overheating the RV wiring.
Please contact your dealer for repair
assistance when replacing circuit breakers.
50
AMP
P
OWER
C
ORD
The 50 amp power cord is also commonly
referred to as the “shore power cord.” This
power cord is designed to ground the motor
home electrical system through the external
power source receptacle. It is also designed
to carry the voltage and current output from
50 amp campground power receptacles.
Occasionally the electrical service provided by
a campground may experience low or high
voltage (i.e., surges or spikes). Any prolonged
exposure will shorten the life of the electrical
system and appliances. Consult your dealer
for recommendations on power surge
protection.
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