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FREE SPIRIT MOTORHOME
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IMPORTANT
Removing battery cables from the automotive (chassis) battery can clear the engine/transmission logic modules.
These modules will recalibrate themselves once the vehicle is reconnected and the engine started.
5.7 12 VOLT D/C SYSTEM
The D/C voltage system in your motorhome consists of two separate and yet connected battery systems:
1. The automotive battery
2. The auxiliary or coach battery.
3. There is one 200 AMP fuse under the driver's seat to protect the 12V charging sytem.
5.7.1 AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY
The automotive battery operates the starter, the automotive accessories, and all the controls found on the instrument con-
sole. 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 extended period of time. See
Chassis Owner's Manual for automotive battery quick disconnect location.
5.7.2 COACH BATTERYS
This will supply power to all the 12 volt lights and equipment in the living area of your motorhome. Included in this would
be the roof vent, refrigerator, 120 volt generator starter, water pump, furnace fan, interior lights, holding tank and water
level gauges, etc.
Standard Coach Batteries
Fig 5-9 Coach Battery Locations
5.7.3 BATTERY CONDITION METER
On your monitor panel you will find a gauge which shows you the level of charge of your coach battery.
5.7.4 BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Automotive batteries are reservoirs of 12 volt electrical energy. Whenever energy is removed from the battery it has to be
replaced in order for the battery to continue functioning. This energy is restored by the engine alternator whenever the
engine is running or by the RV converter.
1. Problems
Two conditions can destroy the function of a battery. One is called sulphating in which a layer of sulphate crystals col-
lect on the lead plates inside the battery. This can happen when a battery is not used for a long period of time (30 days
or more) especially during warm weather. This situation requires replacement of the battery. The second is freezing. A
battery must be kept at almost full charge to prevent the liquid electrolyte inside the battery from freezing.