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Fastfreddy14
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Sep 07, 2019

Where is the Converter/Charger!!! Aaargh!

Looking to change my Converter charger in my 2008 Winnebago Sightseer 35J. I've looked everywhere and I can't find it! As you can see in the pictures the inverter is under the sink. The hot water tank is under the stove and under the firdge is the power distribution for the 110V but no converter anywhere! Please help.

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  • Here's the link.
    Winnebago Resources
    Just go down to the right where the red Manuals and Diagram tabs are located. Start with the "Parts Catalog - Motorize" and get the one for your specific RV. You'll probably be able to zoom right in on where it's located based on the the diagram and your personal understanding of the layout and what cabinet is what and how it's shape corresponds to the diagrams.
  • I have an inverter charger in my motorhome. The inverter and the charger are all in the same box. It is an integral unit. Both functions in the same box.
    Jerry Parr
  • I didn't know the diagrams were all available on their website, that is awesome! I do hear a fan kick on now and then in that location. They sure made it hard to access. I'll keep digging tomorrow in that area and I'm sure I'll find it. I had looked under the bunk but there was nothing there either. I guess I'll have to take more stuff apart. Thanks for the help.
  • If you plan on doing extensive work on your RV, you really need to go to the Winnebago website and access or download all the various manuals on your particular unit. They give you access to everything from full build diagrams to parts list to call out sheets,; electrical and plumbing diagrams; operator manuals, sales brochures, parts catalog, etc.

    Based on a quick look at your coaches build diagram, (page 85), it shows the converter/charger under a bunk (maybe a closet or similar) that is next to the kitchen area (to the right of what may be the refrigerator) on the passenger side.

    Take a look at that spot and hopefully the diagram is correct.
  • It’s not by the batteries which are under the entrance steps and I don’t know where the transfer switch would be or looks like... the inverter has a built in transfer switch from what I can tell since it has a DC in and AC in and AC out.