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Jim
Jan 18, 2013Explorer
Salesman's switches are the common term for the battery switches in many RV's. They operate the main solenoids that power the RV from the batteries. Mine are labeled 'Main' and 'Aux' and are above the door. Most are near the door. They shut off (most) power to the RV so the batteries don't discharge as rapidly if the rig is sitting for a period of time. But keep in mind that there are parasitic loads even with the switches opened, like for the radio memory. Or the memory of modern electronic engines or transmissions.
The solenoids that they control are generally in or near the battery compartment in or near a large box labeled 'Battery Control Center' (BCC) or similar. These solenoids are special...they have magnets that hold the solenoid in an open or a closed position so they only need temporary power to operate...which is why the salesman's switches are momentary.
What damage are you talking about? Confused. And what did removing the battery have to do with the stove?
The solenoids that they control are generally in or near the battery compartment in or near a large box labeled 'Battery Control Center' (BCC) or similar. These solenoids are special...they have magnets that hold the solenoid in an open or a closed position so they only need temporary power to operate...which is why the salesman's switches are momentary.
What damage are you talking about? Confused. And what did removing the battery have to do with the stove?
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