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Section 6: Electrical System
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30-amp Power Cord
The 30-amp external utility power cord is commonly referred to as the “shore” power cord.
It is designed to mate and properly function with 30-amp “shore” power receptacles avail-
able at most campgrounds.
The shore power cord is designed to continuously carry the 30-amp current flow required to
power each leg of the electrical system. It also creates a critical ground connection between
the vehicle electrical system and the campground shore power receptacle.
Always test the external power source (i.e., the campsite power receptacle or electrical box)
with a ground monitor before connecting your power cord to it. If the ground monitor indi-
cates ‘reverse polarity’ or an ‘open ground’ DO NOT connect the power cord.
Regularly inspect the shore power cord for cuts, cracks, worn insulation and other damage.
Have the power cord replaced immediately if problems exist.
Calculating 30-amp Electrical Load
When connecting appliances to the electrical system, 120-volt power usage is limited to a
total of 30-amps. Operating appliances collectively places an added load on your 120-volt
electrical system.
A circuit breaker “trip” may occur if you overload the recreation vehicle and/or campground
electrical system. The amperage rating of individual appliances can be calculated by divid-
ing appliance wattage consumed (normally listed on the appliance) by nominal design volt-
age (120 for a 120-volt appliance). For example: 1200 watts divided by 120-volts equals 10
amps.
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Make certain the external power source you connect the power cord to is
a properly wired
30-amp NEMA TT-30 RV
receptacle and not 240-volt
AC.
PLUG INTO 30-AMP SERVICE ONLY.
 Circuit breakers and fuses will not offer complete protection of the elec
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trical system in the event of power surge or voltage spike.
GFCI Circuit Breakers
Ground fault current interrupter breakers have been engineered into the electrical system,
and are designed to reduce the possible injury caused by electric shock. The breakers will
protect against short circuits or circuit overloads.
Firefly Multiplex System
The Firefly multiplex system controls numerous components in your motor home. Some of
these include the air conditioner, generator, tank heaters, water pump, awning and lighting.
The MAIN POWER switch located at the mid-ship door area must be turned ON to enable
the multiplex system.
The multiplex switch panels are backlit and when a switch is selected, it will light up indicat-
ing it is ON. Pressing the switch a second time turns it OFF.
Refer to the Firefly manual detailed operating instructions.
Solar Energy System
Your recreation vehicle is equipped with a Solar Energy System consisting of Solar Panels,
an Inverter and Lithium Battery. In the event of a system issue, there is a high voltage/solar
panel disconnect on the roof for emergency usage and a secondary disconnect located near
the lithium battery for easier customer access.
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