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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-30-2013, 07:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,766
Posted By tompen
I didn't know an Itasca was a Winnebago. I also...

I didn't know an Itasca was a Winnebago. I also didn't know Winnebago did not ever use a B.I.R.D. That's why I said if you have a BIRD, etc. etc.
Learning every day........
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-30-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,766
Posted By tompen
Definitely needs to be a 100% duty cycle...

Definitely needs to be a 100% duty cycle (constant duty) relay. If your coach has a B.I.R.D the relay is controlled by the BIRD. It can be activated when the ignition is off and plugged into shore...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-17-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,766
Posted By tompen
White Rodgers 70-111224 Solenoid, SPNO, 12 VDC...

White Rodgers 70-111224 Solenoid, SPNO, 12 VDC Isolated Coil, Continuous Duty - Amazon.com...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-08-2013, 07:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,116
Posted By tompen
Locate the latching relay. They usually have a 5A...

Locate the latching relay. They usually have a 5A fuse right at the relay. If it is clicking it probably is not the fuse. But you need to find the relay to troubleshoot it anyway. Check voltage on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2013, 07:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,323
Posted By tompen
Here's what I did. I put a switch on the BIRD so...

Here's what I did. I put a switch on the BIRD so I could lock it off. I put a 1.5 amp battery conditioner on each circuit. Coach and chassis. I switch off the "salesman switch" and let the let the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-28-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By tompen
On mine, it is bolted to the back of the...

On mine, it is bolted to the back of the convertor under the bed. It's at the end of the power cord. Carefully remove the cover and check for 120 volts when on shore power. It is a big relay. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-27-2013, 06:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,389
Posted By tompen
X2 to start with the transfer switch. Also, a...

X2 to start with the transfer switch. Also, a typical battery tender will charge at a rate of 1-2 amps. A couple of lights on inside and you are still in a discharge condition. Even if your tender is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-22-2013, 04:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,811
Posted By tompen
That makes a lot more sense. Glad that was it....

That makes a lot more sense.
Glad that was it.
Enjoy
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-21-2013, 02:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,811
Posted By tompen
1. Unplug shore power. OK did that, that is when...

1. Unplug shore power. OK did that, that is when I noticed no power.

2. If your house batteries are disconnected, then the test buttons on the panel will not light any of the "levels" LEDs....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-19-2013, 02:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,811
Posted By tompen
Jim Thanks for the follow up. We all learn from...

Jim
Thanks for the follow up. We all learn from each other.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-18-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,811
Posted By tompen
Jim I hope someone with a similar coach will...

Jim
I hope someone with a similar coach will jump in here. I think most units have a coach battery disconnect switch and latching relay. On mine the switch is just inside the door and the relay is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-17-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,811
Posted By tompen
Verify your "salesman switch" is on. Then check...

Verify your "salesman switch" is on. Then check voltage on both sides of your latching relay that turns off the batteries for storage. You should have convertor voltage on one side and coach battery...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,230
Posted By tompen
Yes, have it on so the converter/charger can...

Yes, have it on so the converter/charger can maintain your batteries.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,230
Posted By tompen
If you mean the "salesman" switch, usually next...

If you mean the "salesman" switch, usually next to the door, then ON for sure. I'm not sure which switch you mean by auxillary.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-19-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,053
Posted By tompen
I can't help with your camera issue, but if I...

I can't help with your camera issue, but if I could interupt with a quick question. Is your Iphone a 4G (Iphone 5) or a 3G. I am planning to use my I4 but I would trade up if the 4G is that much...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-23-2012, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,861
Posted By tompen
You should have 2 solenoids that may be a...

You should have 2 solenoids that may be a problem. There should be a latching solenoid that is switched by the "salesman switch" . It connects and disconnects the house batteries from the coach. It...
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