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Forum: Tech Talk 05-16-2023, 09:54 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
Always appreciate the feedback!

Always appreciate the feedback!
Forum: Tech Talk 05-15-2023, 09:25 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
I though they had a link to the second version....

I though they had a link to the second version. Anyway, here is the latest.
Forum: Tech Talk 05-15-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
The common item for both power sources is the...

The common item for both power sources is the transfer switch. Best guess is that the problem is there possibly with a loose output wire since there are 2 separate inputs.

Unplug and leave the...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-03-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
A "transfer switch" is used to select between...

A "transfer switch" is used to select between inverter and shore/generator power. This switch can be internal to the inverter or external depending on inverter model. I would think that the...
Forum: Tech Talk 11-15-2022, 07:42 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
Typically battery cables on a chassis battery...

Typically battery cables on a chassis battery will have one cable go to chassis ground (metal frame nearby) and the rest will go to the positive terminal.
Forum: Tech Talk 09-23-2022, 10:33 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
For loss of 120 volts you can ignore all fuses as...

For loss of 120 volts you can ignore all fuses as 120 volts is always protected by circuit breakers. If the power is good at the pedestal the power will go through the power cord and connect inside...
Forum: Tech Talk 05-22-2021, 06:59 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
This is for those that downloaded version 1 of my...

This is for those that downloaded version 1 of my troubleshooting doc. This was the original document posted at the start of this thread. It was greatly enhanced and released as version 2. If you...
Forum: Tech Talk 05-15-2021, 09:59 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
My assumptions - each set of lights is on its own...

My assumptions - each set of lights is on its own switch and there is no dimmer installed.

The string of lights will all be connected together and one LED should not affect any of the others. They...
Forum: Tech Talk 03-18-2021, 06:59 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
That is just a SPDT (single pole double throw)...

That is just a SPDT (single pole double throw) switch as you mentioned. It may or may not be used in a 3 way application. I have used many SPST toggle switches configured as a simple on/off.

Do...
Forum: Tech Talk 03-18-2021, 03:04 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
Are these the facts - with a good fuse in place...

Are these the facts - with a good fuse in place some lights work but as soon as you activate the ceiling lights, the fuse blows?

Since the fuse was "missing" this issue was present before you got...
Forum: Tech Talk 02-15-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
You won't get 240 volts nor do you need it. I...

You won't get 240 volts nor do you need it. I don't know what the songbird came with but I will assume nothing.

The heart of your system will be the battery or multiple batteries especially if you...
Forum: Tech Talk 02-07-2021, 07:23 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
I have no idea. Hopefully an administrator will...

I have no idea. Hopefully an administrator will see your question.
Forum: Tech Talk 02-03-2021, 08:33 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
:lolhitsign:

:lolhitsign:
Forum: Tech Talk 02-02-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
RV Electrical Troubleshooting Version 2 is...

RV Electrical Troubleshooting Version 2 is finally available and is attached.
I also attached the original version 1 document of the Quick Multimeter Instructions.

The new doc has twice the...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-27-2021, 07:24 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
I just added a full page describing how the...

I just added a full page describing how the Energy Management System works by turning things off automatically. Also put in the recommendation to turn the water heater to propane mode to allow the...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-27-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
First off I want to thank all of you for the very...

First off I want to thank all of you for the very nice comments. I very much appreciate them. :Beerchug:

Version 2 of the document is nearing release. I get close to release and then think of...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-19-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
I have been lucky not having a ground connection...

I have been lucky not having a ground connection problem. Good information you have provided.
Forum: Tech Talk 01-18-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
Thank you for suggesting the sticky. It is now...

Thank you for suggesting the sticky. It is now officially "stuck" by the admin team.

Funny thing. After I posted it there was a question posted which I responded to which made me think of...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-17-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
If your converter runs all of the 12 volt items...

If your converter runs all of the 12 volt items but the battery does not, there is probably a break in the connection between the battery and the fuse panel. There may be a circuit breaker or fuse...
Forum: Tech Talk 01-17-2021, 08:34 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
I've seen the word sticky but don't know what...

I've seen the word sticky but don't know what articles it refers to. :scratchhead:

Also, I thank you all for the very nice comments.
Forum: Tech Talk 01-17-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 54,382
Posted By JimD
Post Electrical Troubleshooting Tips For Newbies

I have put together a couple of documents to help newbies troubleshoot common electrical problems in their RV. One of the documents will quickly show you how to use a test meter in case you never...
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