Dash Electrical Systems
The dashboard may contain several gauges and controls you have not previously used. Become familiar with
all of these devices and their operation before starting out.
For More Information
Refer to your chassis
manufacturer's owner's manual and links
to learn more about your coach's dash electrical system,
including information about instrumentation panel,
controls, and switches.
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Energy Management Systems
The energy management and auto generator start systems work behind the scenes to monitor the power supply and
demand within the coach.
The system is designed to minimize the occurrence of tripped breakers for
shore power and the
generator while heavy
loads are being used. The system turns off other loads
temporarily while heavier
loads are
in use
and restores
power
when
heavy loads are turned back
off. When 50 amp service is available, no action is required; however,
30 amp
service
(or less) requires setting the value of incoming power to be selected.
Whenever possible, connect coaches equipped with 50 amp shore power cord to 50 amp service, and connect
coaches with 30 amp shore power cords to 30 amp service accordingly. It is the best practice to avoid using
adapters and cheater cord devices.
Auto generator features may vary by coach model and options. Most AGS systems start the generator if shore power is
unavailable and the HVAC system signals for air conditioner operation. Many systems will also start if automatically if
battery levels reach the preset values.
For More Information
Refer to the product manufacturer's owner's manual and links to learn more about your coach's energy management
system.
Fuse Panels
Class A: Ford Fuse Panels
Inside of the Coach
On a class A coach, the house fuse panel, which controls most of the components and appliances inside the coach, is
located in the bathroom. This panel contains fuses and breakers that are connected to all main appliances in the coach,
from the refrigerator and television to the lights in the bedroom and slideouts. There are also some external components
that are fused in the house fuse panel. For example, the fuses for the water pump, water heater, awning, and basement
storage lights are located in this panel.
On Canyon Star 3911 models (handicap accessible units), this panel is located on the back wall of the
bedroom, next to the 120 volt breaker panel.
