Monaco LaPalma, Owner'S Manual

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Electrical Systems 2004 • LaPalma
The standard electrical system of the motorhome consist of 120 Volt AC
and 12 Volts DC (direct current) systems. The motorhome 120 Volt AC
system can be operated from two different power sources. Shore power is
the most efficient and should be used whenever possible. The on-board
generator has a limited amount of 120 Volts AC output power. This can be
used when shore power is unavailable.
The motorhome 120 Volt AC is equipped with a UL listed power cord, a
UL listed circuit breaker panel, transfer switch, convertor and generator
package. Additionally a 50 amp upgrade, inverter package and energy
management package can be installed.
Input power to the motorhome is supplied from two different sources:
shore power cord or the on board generator. The selection of the power
source being used is done automatically by the use of an automatic electrical
switching device known as a transfer switch.
WARNING: The electrical system is engineered and tested
for complete safety. Circuit breakers and fuses protect the
electrical circuits from overloading. If you plan
modifications or additions to the electrical system, we
strongly recommend consulting your dealer for assistance
to ensure continued integrity and safety of the electrical
system. Please note that any modifications may void the
warranty.
The power converter is designed to provide a filtered 12 Volt DC power
to the lighting and appliance circuits. It will also recharge and maintain the
unit’s house battery. The power converter is virtually maintenance free.
There are some tests which can be performed to ensure the power
converter is functioning properly.
• The output on terminals should read 13.6 Volts DC +/- .3 Volts.
• Inspect the fuses to ensure they are not blown.
• The power requirement for the converter is 120 Volts AC.
If the converter output is correct, but the battery is not charging, there
may be a problem with an open wire between the converter and battery.
If the fuses are blown, the battery was connected in reverse. It only
takes one second of reverse connection to blow the fuse.
If the power requirement for the converter is met, the fuses are good, and
there is no output from the converter, the converter is bad and will need to
be replaced.
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEMS -
INTRODUCTION
Converter
(55 Amp Only)
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