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5.4.1
ExTERNAL POWER CORD (SHORE POWER)
The external utility power cord (also called the "shore power") is stored in the driver's side rear outside storage compartment.
To connect your motorhome to an external power source, plug it into the exterior reptacle located on the left side of unit. Your
motorhome is equipped with a 30-amp shore power service.
5.4.2
120 VOLT CIRCUIT BREAkERS
The left side of the breaker panel contains six switches, which are 120 volt system circuit breakers. The right side houses 12
volt fuses, and will be discussed later.
The breaker panel protects all 120 volt equipment 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.
5.4.3
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 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, have the problem investigated and repaired by a qualified technician before using it again.
Depending on the floorplan of your vehicle, you will find a GFCI outlet in the bathroom, galley, and outside receptacle.
Please note that on some models the GFCI circuit in the bathroom will trip when a fault occurs at an exterior plug or galley. Both
plugs are GFCI protected through the bathroom circuit. If the exterior plug does not work, check the bathroom GFCI receptacle.
Fig 5-6 120 Volt Circuit Breakers and 12 Volt Fuses
Fig 5-7 GFCI Outlet (Typical)
WARNING
Do not connect the external power cord until you have checked with the own-
er/attendant of the campground as to proper polarity and grounding. Improper
grounding or reverse polarity can cause component failure, injury, or death.
WARNING
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.
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