Forum Discussion
Bordercollie
Jun 20, 2013Explorer
Practice setting up and taking down the awning and try to memorize or video how it is done.(there are You Tube videos) Make sure that awning is properly secured before driving off. Find out how to get generator power into the rig when not plugged into shore power. On some rigs you plug the shore power connector into the receptacle on the generator, the receptacle is ususally accessible inside a compartment next to the generator. There is an auxiliary battery switch usually on a control panel, it must be "on" for 12 volt interior lights, etc., to get power and for house battery to get charged while plugged into shore power or running generator. If you run the roof AC unit then shut it down for any reason, let it rest/release pressure for 10 minutes before attempting to restart it. Test TV and antenna and it's amplifier, green LED must be lit for reception unless you hook up to camp cable TV, then press button so green LED goes out. You may have to fiddle with TV's input menu to switch from antenna to cable and vice versa.
About Motorhome Group
38,766 PostsLatest Activity: Jan 29, 2026