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ELECTRICAL
This article provides basic operation instructions for
a Spartan Chassis Battery Disconnect. This article
contains written instructions, as well as a video
demonstration, for this procedure.
The Chassis Disconnect Switches are located in the rear
passenger side compartment. There are two switches
on a Spartan chassis, and when turned o
ff
, they will
disconnect most of the chassis battery loads.
When the switches are turned o
ff
, the ignition key and
most dash components will not operate. To turn the
disconnects o
ff
, turn both switches to the o
ff
position.
When placing the coach in storage or when working on
the coach engine, turn o
ff
the disconnects to disable
starting of the engine. To turn on the disconnect
switches, flip them to the ON position.
Spartan Chassis Battery Disconnect Overview
This article provides information regarding the inspection,
care, and maintenance for coach batteries. Battery
maintenance is an important issue often overlooked by
many RV owners and technicians. As batteries age, their
maintenance requirements change. This means longer
charging time and/or higher finish rate (higher amperage
at the end of the charge). Usually older, serviceable
(unsealed) flooded batteries need to be watered more
often, as their capacity decreases over time.
Battery Inspection, Safety, Care, and Maintenance
Safety Guidelines
WARNING
!
Remove rings, metal watch bands, and other metal
jewelry before working around batteries. Use
caution when using metal tools. If a tool contacts
a battery terminal or metal connected to it, a short
circuit could occur, which could cause personal
injury, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
!
Prior to handling or working with a lead-acid battery,
consult your battery owners’ manual for instructions
and safety precautions.
CAUTION
!
Disconnect the 120 volt electrical power cord and
the negative terminal from the coach batteries, and
make sure all power sources are disable (ignition,
generator, shore power, inverter) before working on
the electrical system.
Lead-acid batteries contain hydrogen-oxygen gases that
may be explosive and sulfuric acid that may cause severe
burns. To avoid injury, observe these precautions when
handling or working with a lead-acid battery:
•
Wear ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
approved safety glasses or goggles, as well as a face
shield.
•
Wear proper clothing to protect your face, hands, and
body.
•
Work in a well-ventilated area.
•
Never lean over a battery while boosting, testing, or
charging.
•
Keep all ignition sources away from the battery.
Cigarettes, flames, or sparks could cause a battery to
explode.
•
Always shield eyes and face from the battery.
•
Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust post
connections without proper instructions and training.
•
Keep vent caps tight and level.
•
In the event of an accident, flush eyes or skin with
water, and call a physician immediately.
•
Keep out of reach of children.
Storing The Batteries
Remember that when batteries are not used for an
extended period of time, they may lose their charge.
Periodic charging of the batteries during storage of
the unit will increase the life of the battery. Check the
external condition of the battery periodically. Look for
cracks in the cover.
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