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jeanacr
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Jun 13, 2014

110 outlets and fridge not working, now batter drain

I purchased a 1988 Gulfstream Regatta. When I got it the fridge and most of the 110 outlets worked just fine. I took it to a camp site for a test run and hooked it up to 30amp and camped overnight and all worked fine except a few of the 110 outlets. AC ran, fridge was cold and I used a few of the outlets, water pump worked, etc.

Since then I've had it connected to a 110 via extension cord at home and driving it occasionally as I work on it. Last week my fridge stopped working and NONE of my 110 outlets work now - even when I'm hooked up to a 110 power on shore. My fridge has power but the CHECK light kicks on and it won't cool any more.

I have two batteries in the RV - one RV/Marine battery and a regular car battery. The dial on the console shows AMPS are good - a little above the middle. I assume this is the RV/Marine battery, not sure.

My lights started dimming the other day and it wouldn't start! I might have left something on so I figure I'd jump it, drive it around and charge up both batteries. Wouldn't start after doing this but my AMP meter on console still shows good power although still no fridge or 110's and my lights are now dimming!!!!

I'm a new RV'er but I'm mechanically savvy and have basic tools including tools for checking outlets etc. I have checked all the fuses EVERYWHERE and flipped breakers on/off. I'm not sure what to do next!

I can't help but think this is all related as it seems to be a cascading problem. Was going to look at GFI outlet in bathroom next.

Appreciate any suggestions before I spend money on a mechanic!

Thanks!!!

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  • I can't explain all your issues, but some of it indicates your batteries are shot. Your meter is likely reading Volts, not Amps.

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