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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2015, 05:45 PM
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Posted By photolimo
Had to dig deep but finally had the...

Had to dig deep but finally had the time/opportunity to find the model number.

MODEL: 21100E00
Rev: E

The wires they used are 2AWG and are exposed, so I will be covering them up.

Breakers...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-25-2015, 03:34 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
No, Roadtrek only replaced two batteries when the...

No, Roadtrek only replaced two batteries when the bank went dead the other day. This is why we would like to install a proper battery monitoring system.

Here are the latest voltages...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-25-2015, 01:22 AM
Replies: 154
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Posted By photolimo
Just a note about the new batteries, they are a...

Just a note about the new batteries, they are a completely different brand and have slightly different voltage properties from the original.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-24-2015, 08:21 PM
Replies: 154
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Posted By photolimo
Not sure what your asking here. The positive 12v...

Not sure what your asking here. The positive 12v in the front battery bank goes to the 12v loads.



The only 12v load on top of what you listed is the gas water heater/furnace. It is wired in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-19-2015, 04:56 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
This was very helpful. Why would RT not install...

This was very helpful. Why would RT not install the equalizer like this? This would allow one to have two 24V banks which would seem better in many ways. No more balancing wires and full 24V double...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-19-2015, 04:47 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
It is a Cooper Bussmann 21060X00. Although I am...

It is a Cooper Bussmann 21060X00. Although I am not sure the amperage rating on the actual unit as it is installed in a difficult to view spot.



I double checked this and there is a wire...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-19-2015, 04:22 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
Yes, it is still under warranty so we are...

Yes, it is still under warranty so we are discussing with them possible solutions. Our inverter was replaced over a year ago and I asked for a battery monitoring solution then. I did not receive any...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
So would a solution to this problem be to remove...

So would a solution to this problem be to remove the 6V balancing wire?

It would be convenient to use as a grounding wire bringing it back to the 500A shunt. Not sure how to solve the voltage...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 05:53 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
As I understand it, it was used to balance the...

As I understand it, it was used to balance the 12V bank and the 24V bank. This destroyed batteries B and E. I also believe batteries A and F are in poor condition. To remedy this situation they...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 154
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Posted By photolimo
They are connected. I cleaned up the schematic a...

They are connected. I cleaned up the schematic a little to help. Is that more clear?

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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
I will double check with Roadtrek. The...

I will double check with Roadtrek.

The dealer that installed the new balancer left behind the installation instructions. There was no mention of removing the balancer cable.

I wonder if I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-18-2015, 02:31 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
Yes, B+ and E+ are 6v and labeled "Balancer" on...

Yes, B+ and E+ are 6v and labeled "Balancer" on both ends of that HUGE wire.




Yes, this is where the 12v system hooks in to the 12v fuse panel. Technically it is on A+ but that is connected...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-17-2015, 10:31 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 22,728
Posted By photolimo
E-Trek Battery Monitor Install

I am working on installing a battery monitoring system on our Roadtrek E-Trek. Curious if there is anyone out there with some advice on the subject.

I am planning on installing a Bogart Trimetric...
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