SECTION 6
ELECTRICAL
6-6
Converter
See “Power Center”.
Chassis (Starting) Battery
The chassis battery is used to operate the
engine starter and automotive accessories and
controls found on the instrument panel. The
slideout room systems and the electric step are
also connected to the chassis battery.
The chassis battery is located in the engine
compartment. See your chassis owner’s manual
for instructions.
House (Aux.) Batteries
The house batteries supply current to 12-volt
equipment located in the living area of the motor
home. This includes interior lights, range exhaust
fan, furnace fan, water pump, water level and
holding tank gauges, 110-volt generator starting,
refrigerator and bath roof vent fan. The house
batteries may also be used to start the engine if
the chassis battery is discharged. Refer to
“Battery Boost Switch” in section 3.
The house batteries are “deep-cycle” type
batteries specially designed for recreational
vehicle use. They will provide longer lasting
power than standard automotive batteries, and
will withstand the frequent drain-and-recharge
cycles that occur under the demanding conditions
of a camping outing.
The house batteries are automatically charged
by the engine alternator while the engine is
running.
House Battery Access
On 322E and 322R models the auxiliary
battery is located in an exterior battery storage
compartment for convenient access for periodic
inspection or maintenance.
To service or remove the batteries, unfasten
the retainer strap and disconnect battery cables.
AUXILIARY BATTERY SWITCH
(Aux. Batt)
The AUX BATT switch disconnects the
auxiliary (coach) batteries from the 12-volt
system of your coach to avoid long-term battery
WARNING
Refasten the battery retainer strap when
returning the battery to the compartment.
House Battery Compartment
Models 322E & 322R
House Battery Storage
in Entrance Step
All Models except 322E & 322R