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SECTION 4 –
APPLIANCES AND SYSTEMS
Single Solar Port
–If Equipped
The Single Solar Port (located at ground level)
is for using a portable solar panel, it has a
maximum input rating of 150 Watts. The Single
Solar Port is connected to the coach batteries
through the solar charge controller (located on an
exterior sidewall or inside an exterior
compartment, depending on model). When
connecting a portable solar panel, a separate solar
charge controller is not needed and will reduce
the effectiveness of the portable solar panel.
NOTE: The Solar Charge Panel is not intended
to make the coach battery system
“maintenance free.” The solar panel will
not completely compensate for
continuous low amperage draw from
components such as the propane gas leak
detector, the dash radio clock, and the
radio station memory circuitry, for
example.
Although the Solar Charge Panel can
help to extend battery life, the coach
shoreline should be plugged in routinely
to “top off” the batteries. We also
recommend following regular battery
inspection and maintenance, especially
in cold weather.
See “Battery Care” in Section 6 -
Electrical.
Further Information
Refer to the manufacturer’s user manual
provided in your InfoCase for complete operating
instructions.
POWER CONTROL SYSTEM
(PCS)
–If Equipped
The Power Control System (PCS) monitors
the electrical usage of the appliances and
equipment in the coach and allows you to use
certain high energy appliances, without
overloading the shoreline circuit breaker to help
prevent nuisance tripping.
Further Information
Refer to the manufacturer’s user guide
provided in your InfoCase for important
information on how this system operates under
several conditions, whether 20-amp, 30-amp, or
generator service.
3-Port Solar Cap
(Located on the roof)
Single Solar Port
(Located on an exterior sidewall or
inside an exterior compartment,
depending on model)
PCS Display Panel
(Located near monitor panel)
-Typical View
