Slideouts stop and start

Question

I replaced my battery about a week ago and ever since, when putting the slides in or out, they stop about every 5 seconds.  I called the dealer and he suggested replacing the fuses near the battery as they can get weak over time.  I have 3 Shortstop 12v 50 amp fuses, I'm guessing for each of the 3 slides?  After a few seconds, the fuses reset and work for another few seconds before stopping again.  They're hydraulic slideouts and the fluid isn't low.  I tested the battery with my digital tester and got 12.9 volts, without shore power hooked up.  Would the fuses get "weak" over time?  The trailer is a 2009.

old-biscuit · Answer

Yes those 'relay type' dc circuit breakers get weak.

I've had to replace mine.....they are $5-$6

Also battery voltage at 12.9 volts...how about when operating a slide out---does it drop voltage a lot?
Those slide out motors put a lot of demand on dc.....that's why they are wired directly to battery.

johng3 · Answer

Had the same problem with the slides in our Montana. I stubbornaly resisted the wisdom of the Montana forum about the circuit breakers.  Finally broke down and changed them and haven't had a re-occurrance of the start/stop slides again.

bb_tx · Answer

They are actually auto reset circuit breakers. And that is a common problem with them. Cheap (and cheaply made) and easy to replace. Available at RV stores and many auto parts stores.

If you are not already a member, join the Montana Owners Club forum for all things Montana.

bguy · Answer

Make sure your battery connections are clean and bright. There's usually more than one wire and I've found myself wondering sometimes if they're all connected correctly.

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