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Chapter 9– Electrical System
The coach has a split voltage electrical system. 12VDC (nominal) is utilized for antilock brakes, exterior
lighting, fare boxes, P.A. systems, etc. Most of the other systems on the coach utilize 24VDC (nomi
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nal). A 100 amp battery equalizer is installed between the two 12V batteries to insure equal charge and
discharge of the batteries.
Improved coach systems control is achieved by the use of a Dinex programmable logic multiplexing
control system. “Front to rear” wire is reduced since most of the control information is broadcast on a
twisted pair network cable. Logic relays are virtually eliminated and replaced by module programming.
Troubleshooting is quick and easy since all system inputs and outputs illuminate a corresponding indica
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tor.
There are no electrical schematics in this
Service Manual
. A separate
Electrical Schematics Manual
has been prepared and is included in the package of publications supplied to the user. The
Electrical
Schematics Manual
identifies circuits and components, provides component schematics and terminal
identification, and includes complete wiring diagrams for each circuit.
Always turn off the battery disconnect switch (see below) before doing
any work on any part of the electrical system.
BATTERy
Battery Maintenance
Today’s buses make more electrical load demands than ever before. Batteries play an essential role in
meeting this increased electrical demand, from starting the engine to providing power when the engine is
not running. When electrical loads exceed the charging system capacity, batteries provide the additional
current. Batteries also act as a voltage stabilizer for the electrical system.
All batteries, including so-called maintenance-free batteries, require maintenance.
Although batteries
appear uncomplicated, they can be one of the most dangerous components on the bus. Please see
“Battery Maintenance Warnings” on the following page.
Gillig bus electrical systems provide 12 and 24 nominal volts. Two 12-volt conventional type batter
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ies are located on slide-out trays in the battery compartment. The battery compartment is located on the
front left side of the coach. The batteries are 8D flooded lead acid batteries with vent caps for electrolyte
maintenance.
Gillig recommends maintaining these batteries at regular PM’s or at least every three months.
If operated in high-temperature environments, this service may need to be more frequent.
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