Section 4
LIVING QUARTERS, LP and ELECTRICAL
The power converter converts VAC (Voltage Alternating Current) from an external power supply to VDC
(Voltage Direct Current). You also have a Distribution Panel which distributes the VAC and the VDC
power to your Aviator. The power converter is located behind the distribution panel, and the distribution
panel is located in the bedroom near the rear entry door. Under normal conditions, the power converter
requires little to no maintenance. If the power converter does not have a VAC supply to convert to VDC,
it automatically allows the batteries in your Aviator to provide the VDC for the VDC devices. When
reconnected to a VAC power source, it will again convert VAC to VDC and maintain your batteries.
Incoming Voltage to the power converter needs to be between 105 to 132 VAC, and the normal
output of the power converter is 13.20 to 13.70 VDC. The only exception of VDC output is when the
power converter goes into “Bulk” mode which is 14.40 VDC for 4 hours. Bulk mode can be stopped
by turning off the power converter breaker for a few seconds and then turn it back it on.
The power converter will run warm, which is normal, however, if it gets too hot, it will turn itself off.
After it cools, it will come back on. Your Aviator power converter has been installed with adequate
ventilation to prevent this from happening. A slight hum during operation is also normal for the power
converter, if you have no VDC power and no hum, check to see if VAC power to the power converter has
been interrupted.
Power Converter/Battery Charger
The power converter is designed to supply the nominal 12 volt filtered power for all 12 volt operated
devices. Although the converter is an excellent battery charger, the converter does not require a battery to
be connected to it for proper operation. Average charge rate will depend on several variables such as,
condition of the battery(s), temperature, and the length of time the battery(s) are connected to the
converter.
NOTE: WHEN INSTALLING A BATTERY OR BATTERIES, ALWAYS OBSERVE
POLARITY. CONNECTING A BATTERY OR BATTERIES WITH REVERSE POLORITY
WILL BLOW THE POWER CONVERTER REVERSE POLARITY FUSES. IF THE 12 VOLT
LOAD EXCEEDS THE CONVERTER OUTPUT, THE VOLTAGE WILL DROP TO PREVENT
ANY FURTHER INCREASE IN CURRENT. TURNING OFF UNNECESSARY LIGHTS
AND/OR APPLIANCES WILL LOWER POWER REQUIREMENT AND THE OUTPUT
VOLTAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESTORE.
‘WARNING’ INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Notes:
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