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Duh - Problem with new Suburban furnace not Atwood

Had a senior moment yesterday. New Winnie has Suburban furnace not Atwood! All of the problems below apply to the Suburban furnace.Just took delivery on new Winnie. Front furnace worked fine during PDI on Thursday. No heat now. Fan running, blowing c...

Test and Adjust Water Pump Bypass Valve with Unit Removed

Ok, I am replacing my current pump because it is apparently allowing water to flow back into the tank causing it to cycle and there is no longer rebuild kits sold. The replacement I bought is the Shurflo 4048. Yesterday I had someone come out and ins...

buylow12 by Explorer
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Magnum inverter.

We have moved on from rewiring my friends solar system. He's somewhat disappointed in Blue Skys method of only letting you see ah used and battery state of charge AFTER the system is 100% charged. I told him they all do things differently. So now we ...

azrving by Explorer
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Truth Or Consequences?

http://www.solar-electric.com/mkb-500-50.htmlhttp://www.circuitspecialists.com/lcd-panel-meter-pm-328.htmlProvide circuit power from a nine-volt lithium battery and this ammeter will offer unparalleled accuracy for verification of ammeter accuracy.Am...

Documentation for this fuse panel/controller

I recently purchased a 2016 Bounder. I like to have documentation for all the systems in my RV's. I'm not talking about the user manuals that ship with the unit. This panel is not only the fuse panel but is like a central control unit for all the lig...

pchuckie by Explorer
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Solar overcharging batteries

I have a 160W ZAMP Solar package on my 5er I bought a few months back. Now that the days are getting a little longer and the sun a little higher the solar is doing its thing. I have been disconnected from shore power for a few days, and yesterday I...

How do I fix a crack in a poly skylight ?

I have a crack that leaks in heavy rain storms, in an outer roof top sky light, and have tried over and over to seal it. Usually after the next long trip, the crack extends itself. Is there any way of preventing the crack from extending?Jack L

NanciL by Explorer II
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Norcold 1200 problem

My refer beeper went off last night. On electric it shows no AC and a code I can't read. Switched to LP after 10 seconds NO FL. I can't get at the books yet, I assume it means no flame. When it get daylight I will check the fuses. Any ideas what may ...

Circuit simulation software

Spice circuit simulation software has been mentioned here several times. When I was in the business I used a circuit simulation program to test designs before they were prototyped. The versions of Spice that I used cost $5,000.00 > $10,000.00 plus ab...

House batteries not charged by engine

My 1999 fleetwood southwind house batteries are not charging while drivingThey accept a charge when the aux start switch is held onOthers talk of checking the solenoid but nobody says where it's locatedAny advice?

Water pump going?

My 20 year old water pump in my Lance 880 still sounds OK when running but seems to lose its prime and then have a helluva time pumping water again. When it's pumping it seems strong, but when it loses its prime I have to fill the tank to capacity to...

jmcgsd by Explorer
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Flexible Hose For Water Pump

I've been to Lowes, Home Depot and a local plumbing supply shop. I've even been to a local hydraulic hose shop that also has food grade hose. I haven't found what I'm looking for yet.I would like a single hose that is at least 3 feet long - 4' would ...

mrekim by Explorer
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Solar performance

Just installed 2x 100 watt poly panels flat on the RV roof along with a Morningstar P30 PWM controller. At high noon here in Mexico today in full sun the controller is indicating 7 amps. Is this what I should expect?Does condition of the battery b...

Problem with new Atwood furnace

Just took delivery on new Winnie. Front furnace worked fine during PDI on Thursday. No heat this morning. Fan running, blowing cold air. Can't hear tick-tick-tick of igniter. Propane lines have been bleed of air. It's obviously under warranty, but th...