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Televisions don't work...need advice

goufgators
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Explorer
Both t.v.'s quit working at the same time. Appeared to me to be a tripped circuit breaker. So, I looked and no breaker was visually tripped. Just in case, I opened and reclosed all the breakers but t.v.'s still off. They are the only things off...all other electrical areas work. I can't see where each of the two t.v.'s are 'plugged in'. The one in the front is the type that comes up out of the counter. The one in the bedroom is apparently plugged in inside the wall area. In short, can't locate receptacles. I hope one of you readers can clue me in to a possible problem - location - (fix). Short of that...as much as I hesitate... back to CW.
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
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goufgators
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Explorer
Here's an update on the "out t.v.'s": The problem was (as suspected by most) the inverter. Found and reset the inverter's GFI type button and all connected to the inverter are now working. Thanks to all for your comments.
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Bird_Freak
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wa8yxm
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What make and model is this inverter.. YOu may find a 2nd button somewhere (either on the same end as the GFCI or on the other end. a push button to reset breaker.. This is what I have on my Freedom-2000 (Though in my case the installed breaker is N/C if you have teh GFCI it would be)
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goufgators
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Explorer
By the way: Thanks Doug and others who tried to walk me through the process.
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
2005 Honda CRV Toad
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goufgators
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Explorer
OP Update: Found the inverter in a basement compartment. But, hard to get to due to a metal housing surrounding the unit. However, there is receptacle on the face of the inverter very similar to a GFI receptacle with a reset button. I was able to reach the button and pushed it in (several times) but each time no change...tv's still dead. The problem, I suppose, is with the inverter? I guess it's time to give up and let CW trace down the problem.
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
2005 Honda CRV Toad
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dougrainer
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The Winne manual clearly states the Inverter is in an outside Storage compartment. Doug

23hotrodr
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It should be in an outside compartment nest to the batteries. Many winne's have it in the compartment just behind the steps and mounted to the top front of the compartment. It could be forward of the steps also, but will be near the batteries.

If you are connected to shore power, power should pass through the inverter and is controlled by a circuit breaker in your main 120 volt main breaker panel. Good luck-- Mick
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MrWizard
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Try curbside/passenger side, rear storage compartment
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goufgators
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dougrainer wrote:
Do you have the OWNERS MANUAL for your RV? That manual from Winne is VERY complete and even shows a Pic of the Inverter. The pic shows the GFCI ON the front of the Inverter and the button you push to reset it. Doug

PS, the remote Inverter panel is not even close to the actual Inverter.


Doug, I do have manuals and, yes, they are detailed. The remote control panel is right below the other controls but I have no idea where the inverter is located. The manuals do not provide that information.
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
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goufgators
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Executive wrote:
When you find the inverter, most likely you won't see something that looks like a breaker, more like a reset button. On mine it's really small and recessed. Look for a small round button that you push...my money is on the inverter...That said, is the key OFF??? ....Dennis


Dennis, the key is off. Neither t.v. is viewable by the driver thus no need for ignition control. Re: the inverter. I agree that that's where the problem lies but I have no idea where it's located. Would it possibly require removing a panel (which I will not do) to access. If so, that would seem a bit odd.
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
2005 Honda CRV Toad
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goufgators
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Explorer
ItsyRV wrote:
You did not list your specific model number, so here's the link to Winnebago's electrical wiring diagram for all motorhomes they ever manufactured. Click on your year followed by specific model. Look on the list and select the TV Wiring diagram. Start there. If you need more info on other wiring, just select the diagram that corresponds to your need.

Winnebago wiring diagrams


Thanks! Good information. But, not being an electrical engineer, not of much help. I'm to a point of taking it to CW and let their technician figure it out. But, again thanks...
2017 Winnebago Sunstar (gas)
2005 Honda CRV Toad
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dougrainer
Nomad
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Do you have the OWNERS MANUAL for your RV? That manual from Winne is VERY complete and even shows a Pic of the Inverter. The pic shows the GFCI ON the front of the Inverter and the button you push to reset it. Doug

PS, the remote Inverter panel is not even close to the actual Inverter.

Executive45
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When you find the inverter, most likely you won't see something that looks like a breaker, more like a reset button. On mine it's really small and recessed. Look for a small round button that you push...my money is on the inverter...That said, is the key OFF??? ....Dennis
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wa8yxm
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I would seriously NOT suspect GFCI first on TV's

I would suspect an inverter.. In fact I have a 2nd breaker box (For the inverter) one of those feeds the TV's. and this computer.
Home was where I park it. but alas the.
2005 Damon Intruder 377 Alas declared a total loss
after a semi "nicked" it. Still have the radios
Kenwood TS-2000, ICOM ID-5100, ID-51A+2, ID-880 REF030C most times