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Section 8 — electrical SyStemS - HouSe
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camelot 2007
HouSe electrIcal - IntroDuctIon
This section contains guidelines, procedures
and information that assist in understanding
the electrical system and the operation of
various components. Refer to the OEM manuals
included in the Owner’s Information File box for
their respective, in-depth, individual component
operating instructions.
General Overview:
The motorhome can utilize various sources
of electrical power: shore power connection,
generator, inverter, chassis batteries and
house batteries. All of these electrical power
sources, while independent of each other, can
be combined in a variety of ways to provide a
highly efficient electrical operating system. Two
types of electrical systems are used: 120/240
Volt AC and 12 Volt DC.
The motorhome 120/240 Volt AC system can
be operated from three different power sources:
shore power, on-board generator or inverter/
charger. Shore power is the most efficient and
should be used whenever possible. The generator
can be used when shore power is unavailable.
The inverter/charger supplies silent AC power
using the house batteries of the motorhome;
this power output is limited and should be used
sparingly. Two different sources supply the
main AC circuit breaker panel with power: the
shore power cord or the on-board generator. The
power source used is automatically selected by a
switching device known as a transfer switch. The
inverter supplies AC power to the sub-panel.
WARNING
The electrical system is engineered
and tested for safety. Circuit breakers
and fuses protect the electrical circuits
from overloading. When planning
modifications or additions to the
electrical system, consult the dealer
for assistance to ensure safety of the
electrical system. Please note that any
modifications may void the warranty.
WARNING
Water is electrically conductive. Do not
use any electrically powered item or
outlet that may be exposed to a water
source. Such use can result in a serious
shock causing injury or death.
The motorhome has two 12 Volt DC systems:
chassis and house. These two systems, for the
most part, are separate from one another. The
house system does not operate engine functions;
the engine system does not operate house
functions. However, within the two systems
there are some inner connections. For example:
While the motorhome is driven the alternator
on the engine will charge the house batteries.
Likewise, while the motorhome is plugged into
shore power, or the generator is running, the
engine batteries are being charged. Each system
will supply 12 Volt DC power to the 12 Volt DC
distribution panels.
The chassis and house systems have their own
sets of batteries. The chassis batteries supply 12
Volt DC power to the front distribution panel
located outside in the front roadside bay. This
panel contains mostly engine system circuits and
wiring such as headlights, taillight, dashboard
functions, gauges, etc. The house batteries
supply 12 Volt DC power to the distribution
panel located in the bedroom. This panel
contains fuses for the house, interior lighting and
appliances. Become familiar with these panels
and the items they operate.
With all the technological advancements taking
place in the past several years manufacturers
have now incorporated electronics into these
systems. It is important to keep the 12 Volt DC
systems in good working order. These systems,
with their incorporated electronics, are voltage
sensitive. Some items can be damaged if the DC
voltage is not maintained within the designed
specifications.
A majority of the lighting and appliances are
designed to operate from 12 Volt DC (direct
current) power. This is why the batteries
play such an important role in the function
of the motorhome. There are exceptions with
appliances such as the microwave or television;
however, indirectly they still operate from 12
Volt DC power, as they can be operated from
the inverter. The chassis functions (engine,
transmission, dash air, etc.) are also 12 Volt DC.
Shore Power:
The motorhome is equipped with a shore
power cord to connect the motorhome to outside
electrical services. Shore power service is the
most efficient source of electrical power. The
plug end of the shore power cord is 50 Amp 240
Volt AC. When the power cord being used is not
available, electrical adapters will be required
to allow a proper and safe connection to the
electrical service supply.
NOTE
When using adapters, care will
have to be used when operating the
appliances and using the outlets to avoid
overloading the shore power service.