training needed re: elect. ops of used Arctic Fox fiver y

The 27-5L is a 2006. The previous owner took very good care of it. It will be comfortable for the two of us and our senior German Shepherd.

Thanks for the two crucial tips on connecting batteries and the second about about not mixing different batteries.

Come up to LaPine or Goose Lake state parks this summer for vacation. I'll spend a couple hours with you for the cost of a few beers on my days off.

Is the previous owner not available to walk you thru it? If so, bring along a helper to video the whole walk thru for future reference.

Since OP Carl stated that he "picked up" his AF, I'd assume that it's a done deal. Carl, I'd still not hesitate to call the previous owner with any questions you have, even with his detailed book. IMO, anyone who went to the trouble to write up his mods, is pretty likely to have done things correctly. :-) There are a couple good sites about RV electrics; one, in particular, deals with just about anything you can think of. Google "12 volt side of life" and you should find it.

Lyle

Basic RV AC/DC Systems





12 Volt Side of Life

RV Electrical Systems


RV Electricity Explained

The 'converter' has a 120V AC input and a 13.2V DC output (minimum.....can be up to 14.4V when bulk charging your batteries)
It supplies the RV 12V DC system with power when RV is connected to an AC power source. Batteries supply the needed 12V DC when NOT connected to AC Source

AC Panel is just like electric panel in house.....has MAIN breaker and individual circuit breakers for microwave, A/C Unit, outlets, electrical heat elements in fridge/water heater, converter.

DC area has fuses that are for the various items......furnace, water pump, lighting, control circuits for fridge/water heater/ A-C Unit, landing gear/stabilizing jacks, roof vent fans

And if you mess with batteries..........
TAKE A DETAILED PICTURE PRIOR TO DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES!!!!


Just send check to :
Old-Biscuit
General Delivery
Camp Verde Post Office

You guys are fantastic. I hope I get a chance to repay the kindness. They installed two new batteries today. Thanks for the chart, it fits my learning style. After re-reading the Binder for the 3rd time I did find what I believe to be the previous owner's name on a Carefree of Colorado( factory installed awning) Limited Warranty Reg. Form. Although no phone number is shown,name address is present. So I will try to make contact. The Dealer he bought the unit from is Barrett RV, possibly near Oriskany Falls, NY. I'll keep you all updated on the status of our AF. Planning to camp for a few days later in January on the Coast, N. or S. I'm not sure yet. We're very thrilled with the unit.
Carl