ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Your GULF STREAM is equipped with two (2) separate electrical
systems that provide your vehicle with power on the road and in
camp. A chassis 12 volt DC system and a 110 volt AC system are
installed.
12 Volt DC Service
The house 12-volt system is used for running most interior
lights and appliances. Even though your refrigerator has an
option to run on 110-volts AC, the refrigerator circuit board
uses 12 volt DC for its operation. Also, the roof mounted air
conditioner(s) are powered by 110-volts AC, but also need 12
volts DC to power the thermostats. The 12 volt DC power is
provided by one or more “house” batteries. The house
batteries are charged by a convertor/charger when the
recreational vehicle is plugged into shore power or when the
generator is running. Other items in the coach that run on 12
volt DC power include: water pump, water heater, furnace,
slide out systems, powered vents, etc.
110-V Shoreline Connection at left (30 Amp shown)
Like your home, the vehicle has a 110-volt alternating current (AC)
system that requires an external source of 110-volt electricity. A
shoreline connection (extension cord) or an optional electrical on-
board power generator or an inverter can provide this power. In
order to use your 110-volt electrical system, your shoreline (power
cord) should be plugged into either a properly rated external power
source or the generator should be running, or in some cases the
inverter should be turned on. TO CONSERVE BATTERY POWER,
USE OF THE SHORELINE IS RECOMMENDED WHENEVER
POSSIBLE.
SHORELINE GROUND WARNING: IF YOUR POWER SUPPLY IS
NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, YOU MAY EXPERIENCE A
DANGEROUS SHOCK WHEN STANDING ON THE GROUND
AND TOUCHING A METAL PORTION OF THE RV. USE A
CONTINUITY TESTER TO ENSURE PROPER GROUNDING
.
EXTENSION CORD WARNING: DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD WITH A CURRENT RATING LESS THAN THE
AMPERAGE YOUR RV REQUIRES. EXTRA EXTENSION
CORDS REDUCE THE AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE BEING
SUPPLIED TO THE RV AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS!
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