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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-10-2016, 11:03 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I don't have an E-trek. The original diagram...

I don't have an E-trek.

The original diagram and the data were all supplied by E-trek owner and forum member photolimo.

If the batteries in your E-trek are that close in voltage then it does...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-07-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Photolimo - keep posting data. Individual...

Photolimo - keep posting data. Individual battery voltages when the system is at 28.8V would be useful to know for example.

I still think rewiring would be the best way to improve the setup. It...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-06-2016, 03:04 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Photolimo - I did get your PM & went looking for...

Photolimo - I did get your PM & went looking for info then forgot to reply - sorry!

The owner manuals came later IIRC. Two links:
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-28-2016, 11:47 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
That's very interesting Booster. I downloaded...

That's very interesting Booster. I downloaded the manual & read through it. It looks to be a great source of how-to-wire info.

The cross ties do make for the same voltage but overall setup can...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-21-2015, 02:54 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Just in case there's an educational moment coming...

Just in case there's an educational moment coming here's a sketch of four 6V batteries in parallel/series and series/parallel with the batteries labeled ABCD for easy reference.

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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-20-2015, 02:51 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Would that be something like AECD in series at...

Would that be something like AECD in series at 24V and BFGH in series at 24V then parallel AECD & BFGH?

As a reminder of what the current setup looks like according to photolimo, here are the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-14-2015, 01:38 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
A quick test for high resistance is to check for...

A quick test for high resistance is to check for heat. In the Better wiring, big difference topic I posted that I discovered a fuse was hot after running a 67 amp load. It was hot not warm so easy...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I see this as a continuation of the...

I see this as a continuation of the add-the-equalizer-to-solve-the-problems warranty work.

It appears that a more effective fix would be the simple rewire and use a converter instead of an...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2015, 05:14 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I read that too fast & missed some of it. I...

I read that too fast & missed some of it. I wasn't thinking DIY. I'm hoping RT would be interested enough to cover the cost of having it done at a dealer. I see it as a warranty fix now that will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I'd try the approval route first. They might be...

I'd try the approval route first. They might be very interested in seeing the results. And, they might point out something missed on the forum.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2015, 03:09 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I got a bit lost with that part of the discussion...

I got a bit lost with that part of the discussion so can't help. Someone else should be able to help (us).
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Yes, lets get this topic going again. I...

Yes, lets get this topic going again.

I think I'd start with simple checks as suggested by a couple of posters. That would rule out any loose connections etc.

If it was mine and off warranty...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-03-2015, 11:38 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Just trying to lighten the mood here :D ...

Just trying to lighten the mood here :D



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqbomTIWCZ8
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-28-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
GerryM's design (previously posted) is so simple...

GerryM's design (previously posted) is so simple and effective. Here it is again:

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- Minimal rewiring.
- Minimal expense. Two new 6V replacement batteries could be enough to demonstrate...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-26-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
And here it is with a DC/DC Converter supplying...

And here it is with a DC/DC Converter supplying 12v loads and with the Separator removed (no charging chassis battery from solar or when plugged in).

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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-26-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
To keep track of topics - the other current...

To keep track of topics - the other current e-trek topic is here: https://www.classbforum.com/forums/f5/e-trek-battery-monitor-install-3984.html

In other models Roadtrek used Sure Power 12V...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-25-2015, 07:43 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
It would be great if RT would immediately replace...

It would be great if RT would immediately replace A & F to at least match the newer B & E. With new A and F we'd see what that would do to help the very poor balance of voltages under solar...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-25-2015, 01:01 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
A&F pairing are much weaker than the others. I...

A&F pairing are much weaker than the others. I see them as being 65% to 70% at best. Is the problem A or F or both?

E won't last long if being 100% discharged like that. It will drag down B.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-19-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
If you add up the voltages posted you can easily...

If you add up the voltages posted you can easily see the problem of voltage imbalance that can develop in series connected batteries.

Those posted voltages are from the solar system in float mode....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 07:43 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
The 6.8's and 6.9's are being charged. Were the...

The 6.8's and 6.9's are being charged. Were the measurements taken in daylight?

If so, that could indicate A & F have lost capacity and are not able to reach the voltages the other batteries get...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 06:28 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Was that actually at rest (no input or output)...

Was that actually at rest (no input or output) for a week or still being charged by solar panels?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-07-2015, 11:25 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
I just searched through one of the early etrek...

I just searched through one of the early etrek topics here and saw it on an order sheet from Oct 2012 so it must have been on from just about the beginning.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-07-2015, 02:03 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
The 6 year E-trek AGM battery warranty is/was...

The 6 year E-trek AGM battery warranty is/was great. You're almost sure to need the batteries replaced in that 6 year time frame in a mostly electric coach.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-06-2015, 08:09 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Gerry's got it right and that's pretty easy to do...

Gerry's got it right and that's pretty easy to do with one or two batteries. It get's harder with varying cable lengths, more batteries, series and parallel connections combined etc.

The A/C...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-05-2015, 10:38 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 38,507
Posted By markopolo
Yes. Maybe a battery load tester. I...

Yes.



Maybe a battery load tester. I don't have one but had to pick the best 12 batteries out of 24 that where on the bench. I charged them all up fully (in parallel) then disconnected them...
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