As was mentioned there is no need to buy second generator. However, I'm the age of your motorhome. I don't trust the old ones. Look through fleetwood reviews
I found an advice at forest river reviews that you should find the circuit board for an electronic manual override. It is often located in the basement.
Puppy! That's great! Our plans changed a lot due to the situation. After reading dutchmen travel trailer reviews we decided to have one and go for a trip.