SOLAR POWER
If your coach is equipped with a 5 or 10 watt solar panel, it charges the chassis batteries when
exposed to sunlight. Larger solar panels may also charge the house battery bank.
IMPORTANT
It is important to note that the system may not indicate a charge any time it is exposed to sunlight. The built-in
“regulator” will only allow the system to charge the chassis batteries when their voltage is low.
The solar panel is regulated to charge automatically and should be cleaned as needed for the most efficient light
absorption. The following is an example of how the system may charge the batteries based on battery voltage. For
example, if the chassis batteries are above 12.7 volts direct current, the solar panel may provide less charge.
• 12.7 Volts = 100% of Battery Charge
• 12.4 Volts = 75% of Battery Charge
• 12.2 Volts = 50% of Battery Charge
• 12.0 Volts = 25% of Battery Charge
• 11.9 Volts = 0% of Battery Charge
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Refer to the product manufacturer's owner's manual and links in Newgle to learn more about your coach's solar panels.
TRANSFER SWITCHES AND SURGE
PROTECTORS
The transfer switch allows your coach to be powered by more than one power source, while only
allowing one active power source connection at a time. When the generator is turned on, this switch
automatically transfers to generator power. Surge protection was used on select coaches to protect
the coach from power surges during storms and poor shore power conditions from the incoming
shore power connection. Today, most transfer switches have integrated surge protection.
WARNING
Due to the risk of electrical shock, service should be performed by a qualified electrican or authorized service
technician. The electrical system may have multiple 120/240 volt power sources. All power sources must be
turned off, and any auto generator start features must be disabled prior to servicing.
There will be a slight delay between the start of the generator and the electrical connection. This delay allows the
generator to reach normal operating speed without needing to supply a required load. When the unit is plugged into
shore power, an audible click will be heard in the transfer switch box. The sound is normal and indicates that the relay
inside the transfer switch is engaging the outside power source.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Refer to the product manufacturer's owner's manual and links in Newgle to learn more about your coach's transfer
switch and surge protectors.
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