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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-20-2020, 05:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,000
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
They are a collector's edition and you may have...

They are a collector's edition and you may have trouble finding it. I assume you joined the Facebook group.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-22-2020, 04:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,000
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Smile Hymer Aktiv Owners Only

Every Hymer Aktiv owner needs to join Facebook's "Aktiv Owners and Wannabees" . It is a closed owners-group with no advertising. You will learn how to keep your Aktiv working and help other owner. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-06-2019, 01:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,393
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
It's my writing style, not the task, that is...

It's my writing style, not the task, that is intimidating. Remove the console fuse box cover and unplug the big red plug. Now go back to RAM and tell them to fix the blinking Odometer.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-05-2019, 07:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,393
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
This webpage will take you to the appropriate...

This webpage will take you to the appropriate solution. https://sites.google.com/view/suiet-hacks-llc/divide-and-conquer-the-blinking-odometer?authuser=0

BTW: I strongly recommend disconnecting...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-10-2019, 05:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,555
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
My only 150amp load is the AC. I rarely use the...

My only 150amp load is the AC. I rarely use the AC on battery but it's the one time to turn on two batteries
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2019, 05:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,555
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I say use one at a time. More efficient. I've...

I say use one at a time. More efficient. I've heard that too and asked why. No answer yet.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-04-2019, 05:45 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
A warranty must bank 5% to 10% of the BOM cost...

A warranty must bank 5% to 10% of the BOM cost compounded for each year of warranty passed year-one. The precent is chosen based on the MTBF of the components. That formula falls apart if the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-02-2019, 11:42 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
EHGNA, not KS2, was responsible for the fictional...

EHGNA, not KS2, was responsible for the fictional 6-year warranty. EHGNA screwed everyone including KS2.

KS2 is providing a fair deal by upgrading ehgna-sold ecotrek Rev G/H to Rev L2R for $450...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-02-2019, 05:10 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
. All Ecotrek batteries are KS2 batteries...

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All Ecotrek batteries are KS2 batteries so they are "original batteries". EHGNA did nothing except install them wrong and mis-program the balmar and solar controllers.

Those are KS2 price...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-02-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I enjoy reading these exchange of engineering...

I enjoy reading these exchange of engineering ideas. Have fun but the dealer has the $7000 price and technical facts all wrong.

All ecotreks revisions are compatible. The L and H have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-01-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Folks in Facebook are suggesting you join...

Folks in Facebook are suggesting you join https://www.facebook.com/groups/245511276385412/

We are a group trying to fix ecotrek for every owner rather than diy for one. I posted the follow in the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-01-2019, 08:07 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I've had Rev H and Rev L open. If you like your...

I've had Rev H and Rev L open. If you like your Rev H you'll love Rev L. The new BMS design and the whole wiring is new. All those loose cables are gone. The "data sheet" for the cells and BMS...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2019, 02:07 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I was wrong. RVIA-LV (Low Volt) standard. The...

I was wrong. RVIA-LV (Low Volt) standard. The circuit breaker for the 6-awg wire is now 70 amps. I also added the existing 50amp fuse to the figure....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-25-2019, 03:08 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
RVIA LV is the controlling standard for RV DC...

RVIA LV is the controlling standard for RV DC wiring. They only offer it in paper. so it will take time to arrive to our RV. Does anyone have a copy and what is the maximum current allowed on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-25-2019, 02:27 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
We are asking lots of Aktiv owners to change...

We are asking lots of Aktiv owners to change there wiring so these are good questions.
1) The NEC is always clear that grounds must always be equal or greater than Hot and Neutral so 6awg is ok for...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-25-2019, 01:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,141
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Someone should start a business to help Aktiv owners

We are hoping for a company or person to help. A little surprised no Class-B forum readers have commented with ideas. The attached news article predicts RoadTrek may rise up again but Hymer Aktivs...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-25-2019, 01:13 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Good questions. 1) The low disconnect or CB...

Good questions.
1) The low disconnect or CB will be installed between the AGM and main fuse panel so those functions are not affected when its it open or closed.

2) Aktiv's main panel delivers...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-24-2019, 07:22 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I didn't find a simple undervolt protector at...

I didn't find a simple undervolt protector at blue sea.

This would work
Victron BatteryProtect 12/24V-65A https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6ATT8C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_5E9LCbS1WD3S9

The DC max...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-24-2019, 05:57 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Ecotrek Aktiv cabins are only powered by the GU...

Ecotrek Aktiv cabins are only powered by the GU through an ecotrek. Both charge and discharge relays must be closed. Are Ecotrek RTs different?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-24-2019, 12:13 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
I love DIY too. I view my aktiv's electrical...

I love DIY too. I view my aktiv's electrical system as DIY now that Hymer is out of the way. The KS2 batteries have a BMS comm port and some have already reversed engineered the protocol. Rumor is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-23-2019, 06:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,172
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Sorry, that smell is death.

Sorry, that smell is death.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-22-2019, 11:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,284
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Is Intertek-US Dropping the Ball?

Today's news unfavorably mentions Intertek (ETL), a name we are suppose to trust as much as Underwriters Laboratory (UL).

Does your Inverter/Charger bear the ETL-US Mark stating conformance to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-22-2019, 10:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,172
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
Here are the Aktiv recommendations. A good start...

Here are the Aktiv recommendations. A good start for an RT. I'm surprised the Tracer is broken. Check to be sure its receiving 12-volts or more on the battery terminals ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-22-2019, 10:08 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 40,982
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
After lots of investigating I've decided to stay...

After lots of investigating I've decided to stay with EcoTrek batteries and fix Hymer's installation mess. I opened both my Aktiv's rev H and rev L1. L1's are great and keepers. Rev H are older,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-22-2019, 09:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,555
Posted By ContinuousImprovement
This will get you started. ...

This will get you started. https://sites.google.com/view/suiet-hacks-llc/programming-an-aktivs-ecotrek-system?authuser=4
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