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ELECTRICAL
This article provides basic operation instructions for a
house battery disconnect switch.
The House Battery Disconnect Switch
(labeled “Batt. Disc.”) is used to control
the disconnect relay connected to the
battery bank and is typically located in
the passenger side console. This switch
disconnects most loads when placing the
coach in storage or when the coach is not
in use. This is done to prevent the coach
batteries from being drained during storage.
Not all loads are disconnected, and, depending on the
coach and its options, some systems may have memory
circuits purposely not wired to the disconnect solenoid,
including, but not limited to, the LP detector (if equipped),
driver memory controls, and other memory-based
features.
In addition, the inverter is typically not on the disconnect
and will need to be powered off separately. This allows
the inverter to charge the batteries when plugged into
shore power with the battery disconnect turned off.
Some switches have a shield on the sides to help prevent
accidental battery shutdown when trying to the operate
the baggage door lock switch.
To operate the battery disconnect:
1. Press up on the rocker switch to turn on the
disconnect and reconnect the batteries. This will
make the 12 volt system ready for use. When the
battery disconnect is turned on, the indicator light will
illuminate.
2. Press down on the rocker switch to turn off the
battery disconnect and disconnect the batteries.
When the battery disconnect is turned off, the
indicator light will also turn off.
House Battery Disconnect Overview for Diesel Pushers
This article provides information regarding the inspection, care, and maintenance for coach batteries. Battery maintenance is
an important issue often overlooked by many RV owners and technicians. As batteries age, their maintenance requirements
change. This means longer charging time and/or higher finish rate (higher amperage at the end of the charge). Usually older,
serviceable (unsealed) flooded batteries need to be watered more often, as their capacity decreases over time.
Battery Inspection, Safety, Care, and Maintenance
Safety Guidelines
WARNING
!
Remove rings, metal watch bands, and other metal
jewelry before working around batteries. Use
caution when using metal tools. If a tool contacts
a battery terminal or metal connected to it, a short
circuit could occur, which could cause personal
injury, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
!
Prior to handling or working with a lead-acid battery,
consult your battery owners’ manual for instructions
and safety precautions.
CAUTION
!
Disconnect the 120 volt electrical power cord and
the negative terminal from the coach batteries, and
make sure all power sources are disable (ignition,
generator, shore power, inverter) before working on
the electrical system.
Lead-acid batteries contain hydrogen-oxygen gases that
may be explosive and sulfuric acid that may cause severe
burns. To avoid injury, observe these precautions when
handling or working with a lead-acid battery:
•
Wear ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
approved safety glasses or goggles, as well as a face
shield.
•
Wear proper clothing to protect your face, hands, and
body.
•
Work in a well-ventilated area.
•
Never lean over a battery while boosting, testing, or
charging.
•
Keep all ignition sources away from the battery.
Cigarettes, flames, or sparks could cause a battery to
explode.
•
Always shield eyes and face from the battery.
•
Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust post
connections without proper instructions and training.
•
Keep vent caps tight and level.
•
In the event of an accident, flush eyes or skin with
water, and call a physician immediately.
•
Keep out of reach of children.
Common Causes Of Premature
Battery Failure
•
Deep discharges (leaving your lights on)
•
Misapplication
•
Replacement using an undersized battery not
meeting Newmar’s OEM specifications
•
Loss of electrolyte due to overheating or
overcharging