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1 Introduction
This section of the handbook will guide you through the operation of the electrical system.
Further technical details are contained in section 3 or in the supporting technical manual available from
www.sargentltd.co.uk
For the safe operation of all electrical equipment within your Leisure Vehicle it is important that you
read and fully understand these instructions. If you are unsure of any point please contact your dealer
/ distributor for advice before use.
The system has a number of key components that you will need to be familiar with before attempting to
use the system, these are:
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The EC450 Series Power Supply Unit (PSU) - a combined mains consumer unit and 12V
controller located in the front locker. On caravan versions this unit also contains the provision
for the Radio/CD head unit.
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The EC450 Series Control Panel (CP) - a remotely located user control panel used to turn
circuits on and off and to display battery and water tank information. This panel uses simple
straightforward controls and reliable data communication to the PSU.
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Road Light Fuse Box - This small unit, which is unique to caravans, is located in the front
offside bed box. The unit houses fuses for the road lighting circuits and supplies from the tow
vehicle, and also has connectors for the optional alarm system and Automatic Trailer Control
(ATC) unit.
