One of the first things to learn for an innocent new RV'er is the 12 volt DC and 120 volt AC electrical system.These include the 120 volt AC generator, the 120 volt AC "shore" cable, the method of getting 120 volt AC generator or shore power into the RV, the house batteries, house battery disconnect switch/relay and the converter charger. The converter/charger operates on 120 volt AC generator or shore power, to slowly charge the house batteries and power the interior lights. The engine's alternator also charges the house batteries while driving. Getting to know where these devices are located in your rig and, how they work, and how to maintain and troubleshoot electrical connections and batteries is essential to having electrical power and operating your appliances and roof air conditioning when you need it. Most important when boondocking with no camp/shore power available.I wish it was all simple and quick to learn.I'm still learning. Typical RV 12 vdc and 120 vac systems are adequate when working properly for camping with shore power. For boondocking with no AC power you'll need to conserve 12 vdc power carefully to have power for 2-3 days and get by without air conditioning or microwave unless you run the generator.
