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10.3 12 VOLT DC SYSTEM
The DC voltage system in your motorhome con-
sists of two separate and yet connected battery
systems
1. The automotive batteries.
2. The auxiliary or motorhome batteries.
10.3.1 AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES
These are used to operate the starter, the automo-
tive accessories and all the controls found on the
instrument console. Included are the auto heater
fans, the exterior lights, the horn, speed control,
windshield wipers, etc..
It is recommended that the automotive battery
cables be disconnected when parking for an ex-
IMPORTANT
Removing battery cables from the automotive
(chassis) battery can clear the engine/transmis-
sion logic modules. These modules will recali-
brate themselves once the vehicle is reconnected
and the engine started.
a. Automotive
b. Auxiliary
BATTERY LOCATION
10.3.2 AUXILIARY BATTERIES
These supply power to all the 12-volt lights and
equipment in the living area of your motorhome.
Included in this would be vent and exhaust fans,
refrigerator, 120-volt generator starter, water
pump, furnace fan, interior lights, holding tank and
water level gauges, etc.. These batteries may
provide starting power to your engine in case the
automotive batteries are dead. Refer to “Auxiliary
Start Switch” in this case.
These batteries are “deep cycle” RV batteries
designed to provide power over a long period of
time and to stand up under the frequent drain and
recharge conditions of a camping vehicle.
The motorhome has an easy access Auxiliary
battery disconnect. This disconnect is located in
the overhead cabinet above the entrance door. By
switching this disconnect to the store position, all
12-volt coach accessories, lights, and appliances
will be disconnected.
AUXILIARY BATTERY DISCONNECT
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