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Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 08-24-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,640
Posted By FrankO
There is a sensor on your screen door that is...

There is a sensor on your screen door that is there to trigger the steps to open so you do not fall out the door. There maybe a loose wire or it may have come off it's mounting. The step motor should...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-24-2011, 08:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,586
Posted By FrankO
Check your house batteries. Sounds like they are...

Check your house batteries. Sounds like they are either shot or offline.
Frank O.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-20-2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,342
Posted By FrankO
If you have a 5500 or larger Gen then both should...

If you have a 5500 or larger Gen then both should run. Check the display on your Power Distribution center to make sure that both Compressors are powered. If one of your CBs are thrown on your Gen...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-17-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,567
Posted By FrankO
I have an HTV700DP by Sony as my Home Theatre...

I have an HTV700DP by Sony as my Home Theatre Sound System that came with my unit and all I did was connect the digital out of the TV to the Sony box. I have to use the Sony volume control but the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-22-2009, 12:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,636
Posted By FrankO
Sounds like a very bad dealer to me. I have the...

Sounds like a very bad dealer to me. I have the same unit only in the Itasca line with no issues what so ever. If you are going to Alaska I would definitely give Winnie a chance to make things right...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-12-2009, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,938
Posted By FrankO
You shouldn't have to worry about the inverter...

You shouldn't have to worry about the inverter hookups. Just wire 2 sixes in series and then the two pair of sixes in parallel to the existing positive and negative connections that you have in the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 04:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,774
Posted By FrankO
My bypass valve was mismarked or plumbed wrong....

My bypass valve was mismarked or plumbed wrong. To bypass the WH I had to set the valve to normal, for normal operation I set the valve to bypass. Just have to remember how it operates twice a year...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-10-2008, 04:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By FrankO
Chap: Thanks for the detailed info. I will check...

Chap: Thanks for the detailed info. I will check the diagrams and see what it shows for the 35A. I think the UA has different(better) construction then the Sunrise so we may have some differences...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-10-2008, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By FrankO
Clay - Thanks for the reply. I don't even keep...

Clay - Thanks for the reply. I don't even keep the house at 72. That kind of heat would drive me out of the MH. I would think that at 60 degrees the LP furnace would run enough heat into the tanks if...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-10-2008, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By FrankO
Troth, Thanks for the info. I posted late last...

Troth,
Thanks for the info. I posted late last night and found I typed 35H instead of 35A which is my Sunrise model. Also did a search after posting and found lots of info confirming your thoughts....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-09-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By FrankO
I have read a lot of posts regarding basement...

I have read a lot of posts regarding basement heating in various rigs. Some high and medium end rigs have it as standard by having venting into the basement areas. Others provide separate heaters. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-09-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By FrankO
I have read a lot of posts regarding basement...

I have read a lot of posts regarding basement heating in various rigs. Some high and medium end rigs have it as standard by having venting into the basement areas. Others provide separate heaters. I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-08-2008, 05:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,013
Posted By FrankO
You can also use the up/down/left/right arrows to...

You can also use the up/down/left/right arrows to move within a page.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-30-2008, 02:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,530
Posted By FrankO
I blew the fuse to the 12 volt "cig lighter" one...

I blew the fuse to the 12 volt "cig lighter" one time after I lifted the dash. Had a hard time finding the fuse but did find it in one of the fuse clusters under the dash. The cause was the 12 volt...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2008, 05:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,500
Posted By FrankO
Indy, I found the same Audio device as you and...

Indy,
I found the same Audio device as you and asked a friend about it and told me what it was. He said try the new one without it and worked fine. I have the same 35A as you but in a Sunrise. If...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-25-2008, 04:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,205
Posted By FrankO
Sony 32" Bravia fits perfectly with no mods to...

Sony 32" Bravia fits perfectly with no mods to cabinet facia.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-21-2008, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,640
Posted By FrankO
I have one similar to this AC Monitor....

I have one similar to this AC Monitor. (https://www.rvupgradestore.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=2063). Works much better than the analog style.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-18-2008, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,304
Posted By FrankO
The main battery disconnect is for your coach...

The main battery disconnect is for your coach batteries and not the chassis batteries. There are parasitic draws on your chassis battery that will take it down fairly quickly (3 - 4 weeks). I thought...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-18-2008, 10:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,495
Posted By FrankO
Finhawk, I also run a CPAP and because of what I...

Finhawk, I also run a CPAP and because of what I read about the Inverter draw I chose to buy a 12 Volt cord for my CPAP and tapped into a 12 Volt Line in the overhead cabinet over the bed. My CPAP...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-16-2008, 07:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,828
Posted By FrankO
Did you try tightening the Coax in the back of...

Did you try tightening the Coax in the back of the Winegard where your Cable Coax comes into the Winegard? If that is tight and the other end is tight (check that one first), then you might have to...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-16-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,509
Posted By FrankO
Click on PHOTOS at the top of this page and you...

Click on PHOTOS at the top of this page and you will see his pictures in the "recent posted".
Frank O.
BTW -- I don't think this is a standard install, it looks more like a DIY fix.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-14-2008, 04:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,558
Posted By FrankO
I agree with bruce in that theonly reason the...

I agree with bruce in that theonly reason the coax cable goes to the vcr is for recording otherwise not needed. I do find it odd that your OTA works for the bedroom tv and not the main. All coax goes...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-08-2008, 10:08 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,131
Posted By FrankO
Rule for me is to fill in the state if I/we...

Rule for me is to fill in the state if I/we camped there with current and past MH. Works for me but may not work for others which is fine.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-02-2008, 04:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,028
Posted By FrankO
Sorry, don't know your MH/Genny setup. If you can...

Sorry, don't know your MH/Genny setup. If you can see the starter motor housing then you could probably get some iron on it to tap. I am not sure if I can see mine as I have had no issues yet. I know...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-02-2008, 12:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,028
Posted By FrankO
Try tapping the starter with a hammer before...

Try tapping the starter with a hammer before attempting to start. If that does not help then try tapping with starter engaged. If it is the Bendix spring that should temporarily free it up.
Frank O.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-02-2008, 06:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,212
Posted By FrankO
Your quite welcome. Please share your results of...

Your quite welcome. Please share your results of your upgrade through feedback (as you are) and through pictures. This site is great and will continue to be of value as long as the users continue to...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-02-2008, 05:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,212
Posted By FrankO
I am glad that the photos helped you on your...

I am glad that the photos helped you on your install. I also had the Noise Supressor but did not connect a new one(from Radio Shack) to the new TV as my EE friend said try it first to see if you need...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-27-2008, 01:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,704
Posted By FrankO
I installed my Trik-L-Start in the battery box...

I installed my Trik-L-Start in the battery box since it is most convenient and better overall to attach the three wires directly to the battery posts -- IMHO.
Frank O.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 07-30-2008, 05:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,646
Posted By FrankO
Paul, I drive that route quite a bit so I know...

Paul,
I drive that route quite a bit so I know it well. I also agree with what Gramps says but I will add that you need to not be in a rush. You will have times when you can do 70 and other times...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-16-2008, 04:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,232
Posted By FrankO
Oops -- sorry should have checked the schematics...

Oops -- sorry should have checked the schematics first. How do you get Cable/Sat to the rear TV?
Frank O.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-15-2008, 06:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,232
Posted By FrankO
I play DVDs through the front DVD player and it...

I play DVDs through the front DVD player and it can be seen on the front and the rear TVs. You need to make sure you set the SAT/Cable/Ant/VCR selector to VCR and TVs to channel 3.
Frank O.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-15-2008, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,637
Posted By FrankO
I checked the Parts Catalog and found the...

I checked the Parts Catalog and found the Trik-L-Start is not listed for your model. When I look at the Tour I find the Trik-L-Start on the Chassis Wiring Diagram. So I think Winnie decided that they...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-15-2008, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,637
Posted By FrankO
I agree with FrontRanger, it SHOULD be in your...

I agree with FrontRanger, it SHOULD be in your battery compartment -- that is where I put mine. However, I can not find any reference to a Trik-L-Start in the wiring diagrams for your unit (2008)....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-14-2008, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,832
Posted By FrankO
I put mine right on the battery posts. Less...

I put mine right on the battery posts. Less likely to make a mistake IMHO.
Frank O.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-13-2008, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,152
Posted By FrankO
I looked at the Chassis Wiring Installation...

I looked at the Chassis Wiring Installation drawings for your unit and it shows that the Trik-L-Start is mounted in the Left Rear compartment, back wall. Here is the Link to the diagram....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2008, 02:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,625
Posted By FrankO
Al: Given that your Coach batteries were so...

Al:
Given that your Coach batteries were so discharged, you may not have charged them long enough. How long were they on charge? How long have you been using after charge when you took the 12.0...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2008, 04:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,625
Posted By FrankO
Just to add to John's suggestions, pull out your...

Just to add to John's suggestions, pull out your Voltmeter and check voltage at the batteries while the coach is running, then turn off the coach, attach shore power and again measure voltage at the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-05-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,090
Posted By FrankO
I looked at your Wiring Diagram and it looks like...

I looked at your Wiring Diagram and it looks like your Kitchen GFI is first in line from the Inverter. So if you are not getting any power to this outlet it has to be the fuse or the connection from...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-29-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By FrankO
Jeff, I believe what you are stating is to...

Jeff,
I believe what you are stating is to prevent the Slave from discharging the Master. Not sure that is stated in the manual however.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2008, 09:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By FrankO
My Chassis battery will stay topped off as you...

My Chassis battery will stay topped off as you suggest as long as you have strong sunlight. I have problems with this in the winter as we have less hours of sunlight and snow on the roof. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-22-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By FrankO
I have one and it works as Chris states. I think...

I have one and it works as Chris states. I think the little manual also tells you this.
Frank O.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-21-2008, 06:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,781
Posted By FrankO
If you have a Volt/Ohm meter, check to see if you...

If you have a Volt/Ohm meter, check to see if you have power at the connection point where you are hooking up the new socket. I believe there is or should be a chassis fuse in addition to the inline...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-11-2008, 04:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,695
Posted By FrankO
I also use K&C in Longmont. I think if you stay...

I also use K&C in Longmont. I think if you stay with your MH and problem you are more likely to get things done to your satisfaction rather than leaving it for a week or two. There is a great storage...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 06-09-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By FrankO
Looking at the 2008 Vista Sales Brochure, an...

Looking at the 2008 Vista Sales Brochure, an inverter is not listed as standard or as an option. However, that doesn't mean that options could not have changed. If you pull up your model schematics...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-09-2008, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,772
Posted By FrankO
I don't have a solution for your plug issue but I...

I don't have a solution for your plug issue but I do know that you can plug your Ipod FM xmitter in side you MH and the outside radio will pick it up. I know because I do this.
Frank O.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-03-2008, 04:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,126
Posted By FrankO
Homer: I simply cut a piece of 5/8" stock...

Homer:
I simply cut a piece of 5/8" stock plywood to the maximum size that would fit within the metal framework. I attached 4 angle brackets on the back -- sides of the plywood and drilled holes in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-02-2008, 11:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,126
Posted By FrankO
The metal box (on mine) is not solid so all I had...

The metal box (on mine) is not solid so all I had to do was make 2 1" cuts on each side. This eliminated the restriction of the width due to the metal box. As I mentioned above, this cut did not...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-02-2008, 11:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,126
Posted By FrankO
smlranger, I looked at the physical dimensions...

smlranger,
I looked at the physical dimensions of your LCD and it looks to be the same size as mine. If the wood facia fits the width of your TV the rest is simple. I had to make to short cuts in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-31-2008, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,939
Posted By FrankO
I have no leaks but do have the 35A -- 2006...

I have no leaks but do have the 35A -- 2006 Itasca Sunrise. What year is yours? Could it be coming from something mounted on the roof and running toward the front/right side. My Sat Dome is there as...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,126
Posted By FrankO
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