electrical outlets not working on battery power

Hi pianotuna,
Will want to connect cell phones, ipods, ipad, curling iron, laptop, keurig coffeemaker, and if possible small microwave, haha.
Also, there is a seller locally on craigslist for a 200watt portable zampsolar. It retails for $900 plus tax but she is selling for $700. I think it's too much power. But the 100 watt kits are selling for around $500. I know you said that the portables are a lot more expensive than wired kits. But if we are sitting on a campsite with a lot of trees, wouldn't it be harder to get sunlight? I would probably end up paying for the install anyway and that would even out the cost. I admit I am a dummy when it comes to wiring electrical stuff. I could probably ask my friends at work (maintenance dept.) and see if they can help me. The wife also mentioned about theft on the portables, and we would probably lock it up.
As far as the converter, it could be a loose ground issue.

Hi rocelp,

Installing an inverter is pretty low tech. The dealer will want his $90 per hour, and may do a poor job. Inverter install is DIY at its easiest.

You do need to decide how many watts of inverter you wish to have available to run devices.

ok, will check it out. this is good to know, so next time when we have shoreline, we won't need the extra power options. will also go to an rv service dealer to see how much an inverter install will cost. thanks, pianotuna!

Hi,

There are fuses where the charging cable leaves the converter. They may have failed.

no led lights on (which means the fuse is not working) where the fuses are at the converter panel.

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model wf-8712

Hi rocelp,

It sounds as if the converter may have failed or has blown fuses. The battery should be being charged when on shore power.

What make and model is the converter?

Another Q guys, if you don't mind: I always run out of battery power even with the shoreline plugged in (after 3 or 4 days). Will the inverter charge the battery now when installed? or would I still need the gen or solar kit still. I have always brought an extra battery with us.

Thanks guys for all your help and ideas. Believe it or not, I've had this trailer since '05 and there is a WHOLE LOT of things I still need to learn.

The generator is another option. Although a rather noisy one. To recharge small electronics you'll just need a small portable inverter that plugs into a 12v power port. About $30 at Walmart. But you'll eventually need to recharge the Pup's battery so both may be in order.