VILLAGIO OWNERS MANUAL
Renegade RV
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Page 68
Rev.712a
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - HOUSE 12-VOLT DC
The DC voltage system consists of the chassis battery, the 12-volt house batteries, and the 12-
volt power converter.
Converter;
See "Power Center."
Chassis Battery
The chassis battery is used to operate the engine starter and automotive accessories and
controls found on the instrument panel. There is a chassis battery shut off located near the gas
pedal see owner’s manual for the location and operation of the switch.
See your chassis manual for further information on chassis batteries and chassis electrical system.
House Battery
Never use this battery to jump start any vehicle
House battery is a "deep-cycle" type
battery specially designed for recreational vehicle use. They will provide longer lasting power
than standard automotive starting batteries and will withstand the frequent drain-and recharge
cycles that occur under the demanding conditions of a camping outing.
The house batteries supply power to
12-volt equipment located in the living area of the motorhome. This includes the following 12-
volt powered components (if equipped): interior 12-volt lighting, range exhaust fan, propane
furnace fan, fresh water pump, systems monitor panel, refrigerator, roof vent fans, and 120-volt
Electrical generator starter. The house battery is located under the hood on the driver side And
additional batteries are located in the storage box on the driver side on a slide out tray.
The house battery can also provide
emergency power to start the engine if the chassis battery is discharged. See section 2-13
Jump Starting
House battery are automatically charged by the chassis alternator while the engine is running.
6-5 HOUSE/COACH BATTERY
DISCONNECT SWITCH
(Coach battery Option)
The House/Coach Battery Disconnect switch lets you disconnect the house batteries from the
12-volt system of your coach during storage periods to avoid battery drain by electrical items
that are hooked directly to the house batteries, such as clock displays and radio memories, etc.
Always leave this switch ON while using the coach.
NOTE: Some electronic displays and memory functions may need to be reset after power has
been reconnected. Check you component manuals that were included in your packet
House/Coach Battery Disconnect Switch
6-6 BATTERY ACCESS