Preparation and precautions – Banks Power GM Motorhomes: (Gas ’96 - 00 7.4L Vortec) PowerPack system (EFI Vortec, P12 chassis) User Manual
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PREPARATIOn AnD PRECAuTIOnS
1.
For ease of installation of your banks powerpack
®
system,
familiarize yourself with the procedure by reading the entire
manual before starting work. This manual contains 11 pages of
copy, illustrations and parts listing. if any pages are missing from
this manual please call gale banks engineering immediately for a
replacement.
2.
The exploded view of the powerpack assembly provides only
general guidance. refer to each step and section diagram in
this manual for proper instruction.
3.
Throughout this manual, the left-side of the vehicle refers to
the driver’s side, and the right-side to the passenger’s side.
4.
This banks system is designed to fit gM p-12 chassis with a
vortec 454. due to differences in coach layouts, it may be
necessary to relocate or modify some coach or banks powerpack
components to accommodate installation of the banks powerpack.
5.
disconnect the ground cable from the battery before
beginning work. if there are two batteries, disconnect both.
6.
route and tie wires and hoses a minimum of 6 inches away
from exhaust heat, moving parts and sharp edges. clearance
of 8 inches or more is recommended where possible.
7.
The front of your motorhome should be raised a minimum of
5-6 inches to allow the installation of banks TorqueTube
®
exhaust manifolds. if you have access to a hoist, the vehicle can be
elevated and the front wheels removed for easiest access.
8.
When raising the vehicle, support it on properly weight-rated
safety stands, ramps or a commercial hoist. Follow the
manufacturer’s safety precautions. Take care to balance the
motorhome to prevent it from slipping or falling. When using ramps,
be sure the front wheels are centered squarely on the topsides; put
the transmission in park; set the hand brake; and place blocks
behind the rear wheels. cauTion! do not use floor jacks to support the
vehicle while working under it. do not raise the vehicle onto concrete
blocks, masonry or any other item not intended specifically for this use.
9.
during installation, keep the work area clean. if foreign debris
is transferred to any banks powerpack component, clean it
thoroughly before installing.
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