10-3
CLASS C MOTORHOME
10.1.3 120-VOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The breaker panel protects all 120-volt equip-
ment and components in the motorhome from
overload, from a short in the wiring or a short in
the component itself. This cuts off the flow of
electricity in the system and prevents damage
or fire.
If a breaker “trips”, allow a brief “cool down”
period and then reset the breaker by turning it
OFF and then ON. If a breaker “trips” again and
again, this could mean that there is a short in the
wiring or in the equipment and both should be
checked and serviced.
Refer to Converter and control panel manuals
for more information.
There is a single 30 Amp main breaker which
protects the entire electrical system. This
breaker should be checked first if the entire
electrical system will not function on shore
power.
Fig. 10-4 120-VOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Fig. 10-5 GFCI OUTLET (TYPICAL)
10.1.4 GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTER (GFCI)
Various outlets in the motorhome, particularly those
near sinks and water supplies, are connected to a
GFCI which is a very sensitive circuit breaker that will
protect you from electrical shock if a severe ground
fault develops. If and when this breaker trips, unplug
all appliances on that circuit and press the reset
button on the outlet.
If the GFCI keeps tripping check and repair the
electrical system before using it again.
Refer to Converter and control panel manuals for
more information.
Depending on the floor plan in your vehicle, you will
find a GFCI outlet in the bathroom and outside
recepticle.
The GFCI will not eliminate completely all electric
shock. Small children or persons with a heart
condition should be extra cautious and could still
be injured even though protected by a Ground
Fault Interrupter.
WARNING
