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SECTION 6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
6-8
The fuse panel accepts only blade type plug-in
fuses. Always replace fuses with those of the
same amperage rating.
BATTERY INFORMATION
Chassis Battery Access
The chassis (starting) battery is located in the
engine compartment.
Auxiliary (House) Battery Access
The auxiliary battery is located in an interior
battery storage compartment for convenient
access for periodic inspection or maintenance.
The battery compartment is located in the floor
behind the front seats as shown.
To service or remove the batteries, unfasten
the retainer strap and disconnect battery cables.
BATTERY STORAGE AND
MAINTENANCE
Lead -acid type batteries are electro-chemical
devices for storing and releasing electrical
charge. As such, they are simply an electrical res-
ervoir, not an electrical source. As soon as energy
is removed from the battery, it should be replaced
by the engine alternator or the RV converter sys-
tem.
If a battery sits unused for 30 days or more, es-
pecially during warm weather, it can develop a
deposit of sulfate crystals on the metal plates in-
side the battery. This conditions is called sulfac-
tion or sulfating, and prevents the battery from
either releasing or accepting a charge. If this con-
dition occurs, the battery must be replaced.
If a battery does not contain at least 80%
charge during freezing temperatures, the electro-
lyte can freeze and crack the battery case.
The best defense
against sulfating and insuffi-
cient charge is to check the battery and recharge
as necessary at least once a month during long
storage periods.
110-Volt
Circuit Breakers
12-Volt
House Fuses
Power Converter
30
30
Good Fuse
Bad Fuse
House Battery Storage
(in floor behind front seats)