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

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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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