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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-18-2017, 03:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
UPDATE: :dance: Roadtrek took the Trip Lite...

UPDATE: :dance:

Roadtrek took the Trip Lite 1250 inverter out and installed a Magnum MM1212 inverter.

Now everything works as it should. The inverter will run the MW or the Onan generator will...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-11-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 20,644
Posted By Capt Ron
I live in a restricted HOA complex and what I did...

I live in a restricted HOA complex and what I did was take pictures of a couple Roadtreks before I purchased one. I took them to the board and explained that I planned to use it as a daily driver. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-11-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,809
Posted By Capt Ron
With the 20amp you can run everything just don't...

With the 20amp you can run everything just don't try to run everything at the same time. I do this often in friends driveway.

Haven't every tripped a circuit breaker.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-25-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
I called Roadtrek and they said that Sunshine...

I called Roadtrek and they said that Sunshine State RV had sent the e-mail to the wrong address. They gave me the correct one and a telephone number for them to call. I gave the information to them...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-21-2017, 04:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
I talked with the service center again for an...

I talked with the service center again for an update on the status and they are still waiting on Roadtrek for a fix.
The service center is Sunshine State RV in Gainesville Fl.
They said, that they...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-19-2017, 04:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
Well I'm back to the original problem. I can't...

Well I'm back to the original problem. I can't use the microwave or induction cook top at all, since the Roadtek service dealer adjusted my generator. They have been e-mailing Roadtrek with all of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-07-2017, 08:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
Tripp Lite support said, that the unit checks the...

Tripp Lite support said, that the unit checks the AC and will switch to inverter mode if it is out of spec.(+- 0.3 60hz and the voltage is adjustable)

Everything is plugged into their normal...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-06-2017, 03:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
I did do a test of the unit with the generator...

I did do a test of the unit with the generator running.
I started the air conditioner first and let the compressor get started.
Then I started the induction cook top. things worked fine, until I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-06-2017, 02:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
You guys are right it should be 0.3 hz my period...

You guys are right it should be 0.3 hz my period was off a space..

See the specs: https://www.tripplite.com/1250w-powerverter-rv-inverter-charger-hardwire-input-output~RV1250ULHW/...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-05-2017, 06:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,019
Posted By Capt Ron
Shouldn't need a hotel room, unless you need air...

Shouldn't need a hotel room, unless you need air conditioning .
That's what these units are for.
I never go to camp grounds for shore power.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-04-2017, 11:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,383
Posted By Capt Ron
My Roadtrek Ranger came with a single 12v...

My Roadtrek Ranger came with a single 12v battery. I had it replaced with two 6v AGM golf cart batteries. They fit in the compartment perfect.
This increased the current by about 40ah. I have the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-04-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
They replaced with a new Tripp Lite unit that...

They replaced with a new Tripp Lite unit that matches the old unit.:rolleyes:
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-04-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
:D Problem Solved :grin: Today, the Roadtrek...

:D Problem Solved :grin:

Today, the Roadtrek dealer in Gainesville Fl replaced the inverter, and it corrected the problem. Roadtrek paid $746.96 under warranty.

We found out also, that my...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-03-2017, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,233
Posted By Capt Ron
I suggest that you consider a class C with your...

I suggest that you consider a class C with your budget. A class B will probably be more unless you find one in poor shape.

Good luck in your search:D
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-03-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,088
Posted By Capt Ron
Make sure that you run the generator for longer...

Make sure that you run the generator for longer than 30 minutes, it needs to run for an hour. I will be surprised if it checks out OK. Mine wasn't run enough before I purchased my used unit, and it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-23-2017, 01:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
That is correct the transfer switch in the...

That is correct the transfer switch in the inverter isn't happy with the quality of the generator frequency.
And, I don't have the inverter on, that is the way the AC is routed to any outlet that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-20-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
Update; I just got an e-mail from Roadtrek...

Update;
I just got an e-mail from Roadtrek support they directed me to take my RV to a dealer for repair under warranty. I talked with a dealer and they said, they would order a new inverter to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-20-2017, 02:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
I wanted to bring everyone up to date on my...

I wanted to bring everyone up to date on my problem.
First I have talked with Trip-Lite support, and they have said that my
(RV 1250ULHW) unit is a 1250watt unit. Second that it must see 60hz + or...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-15-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,884
Posted By Capt Ron
Read your book on it, mine is a 2.8 and that is...

Read your book on it, mine is a 2.8 and that is what it says . 0.63 quart.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-15-2017, 05:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,895
Posted By Capt Ron
I had a problem with one years ago and contacted...

I had a problem with one years ago and contacted the importer of my unit. They told me to take it out and turn it upside down and listen for the liquid to run down. Leave it upside down for an hour...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-15-2017, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,337
Posted By Capt Ron
I seen a picture somewhere that used the method...

I seen a picture somewhere that used the method you are talking about. Don't know if they were home made or not.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-15-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,884
Posted By Capt Ron
Add it very slow and check it as you go. It takes...

Add it very slow and check it as you go. It takes little more than half quart(.63). It will blow out any excess and it will be on your parking area.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-14-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
Mine is on a 2500 chassis and I think the 750...

Mine is on a 2500 chassis and I think the 750 watt inverter, It won't run microwave. Sounds like yours is 1250 watt.
I have a factory installed generator.
I had one 12volt AGM and had it changed to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-14-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
The AC works perfect on the generator. The only...

The AC works perfect on the generator. The only problem is as stated. And yes it is a 2015 Ranger RT.

Hasn't worked since I bought the unit from Lazy Days used. And getting any help from them is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-14-2017, 01:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,641
Posted By Capt Ron
Cool Problem running MW and Induction cook top

Both my Microwave and Induction cook top work perfect when hooked up to shore power. But neither work when running the on board Onan 2.8 generator. I have had the generator checked by two Onan shops....
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