Power gear Jacks alarm sounds when retracted

T18skyguy wrote:

dougrainer wrote:

Big Katuna wrote:
I fought mine for a year. Top it off then a month later it would start beeping going around corners. I finally unplugged the sensor. Haven’t topped it off in years.

The problem created doing that is that it won’t beep at you if you put it in gear with the jacks down. The light still lights up tho.

Most Powergear systems, IF the Float switch IS functional, the system will Auto retract if the RV is put in Gear and Emergency brake released. The Float switch is available, how come you don't just replace it OR make sure it is installed correctly? The orientation of the Float switch is critical for correct operation and to prevent false alarms. It MUST be perfectly vertical to operate correctly. Going around corners and beeping indicates the Switch is NOT correctly installed. Doug

I too have an issue with the Power Gear system. I store the rig under a cover, but the rig is out of level as the driveway slants. when I start it up, it alarms for about 10 seconds then stops. I haven't noticed any bleed down on any jack. What do you think and where is the switch located? This is on a 2017 Jayco. Thanks, Don

On your system, I believe you have the Power down and power UP system. The alarm is from a pressure switch. It is not unusual for the switch to engage after storing, since you indicate it stops after 10 seconds without you doing anything. Question, is it Powergear or Equalizer as the Class C Jayco's usually have Equalizer systems. Same pressure switch set up. The alarm is stopped because when the pressure switch loses enough pressure when you start the Engine the System pump comes on and does an ALL retract to pressure up the system again. Doug