Monaco 2008 LaPalma XL, Owner'S Manual

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When Hooked to 50 Amps:
After verifying proper voltage, wait
approximately one minute before starting air
conditioners or other large AC loads.
When Hooked to 30 Amps:
If 50 Amp service is not available, wait
approximately one hour before operating
electric appliances. Use caution when operating
appliances to avoid overloading the supplied
shore service breaker. Operate appliances and
outlets in sequence rather than all at the same
time.
Disconnecting the Shore Cord:
Turn off all AC appliances.
Turn off the shore power breaker.
This will prevent accidental shock and
flashing of electrical contacts when
disconnecting.
Grasp housing of electrical cord. Without
touching electrical contacts, work cord
out and away from socket.
Straighten, clean and manually rewind
the cord.
Stow in compartment.
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Power Supply:
Amperage supplies vary greatly depending on
the amount of available current.
The continuous amount of current
through a breaker or fuse is only 80% of
its rated capacity.
50 Amp 240 Volt AC shore power service
consists of two power supply conductors,
a neutral and a safety ground. The 50
Amp breaker simultaneously limits each
power supply conductor to no more than
a short-term maximum of 50 Amps for
each conductor. The 50 Amp 240 Volt
service actually provides 80 continuous
amps.
Use care when hooked to anything less
than 50 Amp shore services. Shore power
service less than 50 Amps consists of one
power supply conductor, a neutral and a
safety ground; 30 Amp shore service is
limited to 24 continuous Amps; 20 Amp
shore service is limited to 16 continuous
Amps.
Electrical Adapters:
There are different electrical adapters to suit
a variety of needs. Only UL approved adapters
should be used. The most common adapter is
a 50-30 Amp adapter. This type of connector
adapts the 50 Amp shore cord to a 30 Amp shore
power outlet. Always install the adapter to the
cord prior to making the connection to the outlet.
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Another common adapter is a 30 to 20 Amp
adapter. This type of connector adapts the 30
Amp shore cord to a 20 Amp shore power outlet.
Always install the adapter to the cord prior to
making the connection to the outlet.
CAUTION:
If shore power service is limited to 15
or 20 Amps, use of light duty extension
cords and electrical adapters will
create a voltage loss through the cord
and at each electrical connection. Line
voltage loss and the resistance at each
electrical connection can be a hazardous
combination. Damage to sensitive
electronic equipment may result!
CAUTION:
Avoid the risk of electrical shock or
component damage by disconnecting
from shore power during electrical
storm activity. Use the inverter/charger
or start the generator if AC power is
needed.
NOTE:
Three types of shore power outlets
most commonly used are shown in the
illustration.
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060164
Typical 50 - 30 Amp Adapter
060174
Typical 30 - 20 Amp Adapter: Adapts 30 Amp Shore Cord
to 20 Amp Shore Power Outlet
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