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SECTION 6 –
ELECTRICAL
Further precautions are:
•
Check the state of charge periodically to avoid
discharge or sulfating.
To ensure that the battery will always accept
and hold a charge, follow these simple
maintenance practices:
•
Make sure the batteries always remain
securely clamped in the battery tray.
•
Make sure battery cable clamps are tight on
the terminal posts and are free of corrosion.
•
Neutralize corrosion buildup or acid film on
top of battery by washing with a baking soda/
water solution. Rinse with clear water.
NOTE: Make sure vent caps are on securely to
prevent baking soda solution from
entering the battery and contaminating
the electrolyte fluid.
•
Clean and tighten battery terminals and have
the specific gravity checked at least once a
year.
Chassis Batteries
If your motorhome is going to be unoccupied
for two weeks or more, Winnebago Industries
®
recommends disconnecting the chassis batteries
in your motorhome to avoid battery discharge.
Turn the Chassis Battery Disconnect switch
(located near the entrance door) to the OFF
position to disconnect batteries.
CIRCUIT BREAKERS – HOUSE
12-VOLT
All 12-volt circuits and equipment in the
coach area of the motorhome are protected by the
breaker panel. When a circuit is overloaded or a
short develops in any part of the system, a fuse or
breaker will shut down that circuit. If this
happens, turn off all affected lights or appliances
and press the breaker in to reset.
The House 12-Volt Breaker Panel is located in
the passenger side rear cargo door.
A label on the panel states the amperage rating
and circuit protected for each breaker.
WARNING
Before removing any battery cables or
battery, make sure all 12-volt equipment
in the motorhome is off and the power
cord has been disconnected. Be sure to
replace the battery terminal boot, if
supplied, back onto the positive terminal
after servicing. Care must be taken to
avoid pinching the cable between any
metal parts. Should the cable be
damaged, a short circuit could result in
personal injury or damage to equipment.
Replace any damaged cables at once.
Always remove jewelry and wear
protective clothing and eye covering
when checking or handling batteries.
WARNING
To prevent wiring damage, it is essential
when replacing the cables on the battery,
or when using a “booster” battery, that the
positive post and the positive cable be
attached and the negative post and
negative cable be attached. The posts are
marked (+) plus and (-) minus.
If a “boost charger” is used while battery
is in the motorhome, disconnect both
battery cables before connecting the
charger to avoid damage to engine
electronic components.
Never attempt to charge or boost a frozen
battery. An explosion can occur resulting
in personal injury.
