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Explorer

Oct 01, 2013

Converter Fan

I have a 2009 Starcraft Autumn Ridge that has a 45amp Elixer converter. Usually when I turn on 3 12v lights I can hear the fan run. After getting to a campground this weekend all I needed to do was to turn one 12v light on and the fan would run continuously.

When I had all the lights out while sleeping the fan would cycle on for three seconds every 10. I do not believe I have any parasitic draw causing this.

I read the manual and it didn't say what activated the fan, whether it was draw of amperage or a temperature sensor.

So do I have an issue with the fan or converter?

15 Replies

time2roll
Nomad
Oct 01, 2013
How old is the battery? After a full charge will the battery hold 12.6+ volts for several days when disconnected?
handsome51
Explorer
Oct 01, 2013
The fan is coming on to keep the convertor from overheating. That is its job
Tachdriver
Explorer
Oct 01, 2013
Hmmm...Ok, I'll check it later tonight at the storage and also the water levels as well. Maybe cleaning of the connections are in order.
Hondavalk
Explorer II
Oct 01, 2013
j-d wrote:
It's a Converter/Charger, correct? Wondering if the unit's running a different pattern because of someting on the Charge side. House Battery or Connection issue, perhaps.

X2 on the house battery. Check voltage of battery.
j-d
Explorer II
Oct 01, 2013
It's a Converter/Charger, correct? Wondering if the unit's running a different pattern because of someting on the Charge side. House Battery or Connection issue, perhaps.