Where physically are these solenoids normally located in a Winnebago coach?
That varies a lot with the model. Usually close to the batteries.
Often in a box behind a panel on the back of one of the steps you get to after the step cover over the battery compartment is removed.
Soemtimes in a box in the compartment above the propane tank.
If you download the wiring diagrams and look at the schematic showing the two solenoids, sometimes there is a note saying where they are located.
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Clay WA5NMR - Ex Snowbird - 1 year, Ex Full timer for 11 years - 2004 Winnebago Sightseer 35N Workhorse chassis. Honda Accord toad.
I never hear that relay click when I turn the key to the 'on' position
You wouldn't hear the click as there is a delay, usually a minute or so before the solenoid is engaged. Now that you have a new solenoid your house batteries will stay charged while driving. My house batteries don't get charged automatically from the alternator until I depress and hold the boost switch. ( not by design). Unless you are running an inverter while traveling the house batteries don't really need much charging while in transit.
You wouldn't hear the click as there is a delay, usually a minute or so before the solenoid is engaged. Now that you have a new solenoid your house batteries will stay charged while driving. My house batteries don't get charged automatically from the alternator until I depress and hold the boost switch. ( not by design). Unless you are running an inverter while traveling the house batteries don't really need much charging while in transit.
I believe he has a Winnebago and may not have the BIRD system which as you explain has a delay. If the solenoid is not engaged due to a charging source it should click when the aux button is depressed.
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Myron & Deborah
08 HR Endeavor 40 SKQ
2012 Ford Edge Limited FWD 3.5L
Aluminator tow bar, Demco base plate
just curious, I just replaced my 3 pole solenoid ( old part # camdec 97226-WR) and I don't see an easy way to get into it. How did you tear into it?
Without a picture I am guessing of course. If it is a round type shiny metal it should look kind of like a mushroom along the top. You can use a small screwdriver to lift the crimping outward until it pops apart. If it is riveted just drill those out. You may have to unsolder a couple of wires once open or just cut them if just doing an inspection. On the silver round ones you can often take the actual contactors out by removing the outside nuts holding them in place. In some cases you can just turn them 180 degrees for a fresh surface.
Now is a good time to learn how to attach pictures. Just take a digital picture and put it on your desktop with a simple name to find. Use the paperclip function above and browse to your desktop and attach the pic. Then hit the close button on the screen and then submit the post.
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Myron & Deborah
08 HR Endeavor 40 SKQ
2012 Ford Edge Limited FWD 3.5L
Aluminator tow bar, Demco base plate
Mine was the silver canister type. I did remove the top and sure enough it was very dirty and black inside. After removing and cleaning the contacts it works fine again....now I have a spare
just curious, I just replaced my 3 pole solenoid ( old part # camdec 97226-WR) and I don't see an easy way to get into it. How did you tear into it?
Used a screwdriver to pry top off and mine was black. Cleaned it all up with bronze wool and fine sandpaper, put it back together and now I have a spare.