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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Oops! I made another mistake typing in model...

Oops! I made another mistake typing in model numbers. It should have been PD4645V. Obviously typing in model numbers is not my thing! My apologies! Hopefully you agree with Randy and the site...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-13-2017, 05:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Well, it is time for my next question. First of...

Well, it is time for my next question. First of all, I have installed new wet cell deep cycle coach batteries. They tested at 12.8 volts. And I connected the alternator cable to the engine battery...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-12-2017, 02:30 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Yes, I misspoke. It is the PD9260C unit that I...

Yes, I misspoke. It is the PD9260C unit that I am considering. The 60 Amp version looks very similar to my present converter/charger, dimension wise. I will check the feed to the battery cable. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-11-2017, 10:47 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
It's been several days since last posting and the...

It's been several days since last posting and the saga continues. After not receiving the Blue Sea 7622 ACR when expected, I have since learned that shipping from where I ordered is not expected...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-10-2017, 04:10 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
[Terminal voltage is a relatively rough measure...

[Terminal voltage is a relatively rough measure of battery status. The modest investment in a Trimetric volt'/amp/power meter suggested by Booster is invaluable for monitoring your battery state,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-10-2017, 12:58 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
As has been the case for the life of this thread,...

As has been the case for the life of this thread, I am impressed with the help given and knowledge expressed! Thanks so much to everyone!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-09-2017, 10:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
As usual, a response creates new questions. I...

As usual, a response creates new questions. I agree with your suggestion regarding doing the needed items now and save the rest for home. Hopefully the separator and ezRed hydrometer arrives...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2017, 04:51 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I found this at Parallax Power Supply - FAQs...

I found this at Parallax Power Supply - FAQs (https://www.parallaxpower.com/faqs) :
Q: Can I use Gel Cell or AGM batteries with my Parallax converter/charger?
A: There are many people using Gel...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2017, 03:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
The converter or "Power Center" as the...

The converter or "Power Center" as the documentation calls it is:
Parallax Power Components Model 7345.

Unfortunately the documentation gives no specifications. The closest is the statement...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2017, 03:29 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I could not find an ezRed hydrometer like I...

I could not find an ezRed hydrometer like I expected. I could only find a mini-hydrometer with floating balls. It is better than nothing, but not as good as I want. I will order one online. But I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
OK. I just tested again. The batteries have...

OK. I just tested again. The batteries have been completely disconnected from each other and from shore power for about four hours. One battery reads 11.9 volts and the other reads 13.05 volts. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 07:50 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I had considered that. Perhaps I read too much...

I had considered that. Perhaps I read too much and act too little, but I read that AGM batteries need a special charger to maintain them. I know that my coach came with wet cell batteries (according...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 07:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Yes, I am positive. But, remember that I have the...

Yes, I am positive. But, remember that I have the alternator and engine battery leads disconnected from the separator and tied together. The vehicle runs just fine this way, but of course there is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
The lowest voltage setting on my multimeter (a...

The lowest voltage setting on my multimeter (a cheap one) is 200 volts. Will that work? According to what I read on the web, I should set it to 2 volts. It is hard to get to the alternator--can I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Here is the latest. I disconnected the coach...

Here is the latest. I disconnected the coach batteries (they have been charging on shore power overnight) and tested them. One shows 13.3 volts and the other shows 13.2 volts. The charging eye on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 03:58 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I will begin testing soon. But in the mean time,...

I will begin testing soon. But in the mean time, here are a couple pictures of the isolator documentation that I have, giving the wiring diagram. The model number is on the documentation.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2017, 05:30 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
WOW! I am really impressed with all of the help...

WOW! I am really impressed with all of the help I am getting! I am new to having a motorhome and new to this site, but you all are great! I anticipated having problems with an older motorhome, but...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-06-2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I certainly appreciate all of the input all of...

I certainly appreciate all of the input all of you have given me. Now for the next questions. As I stated, I am on the road, but staying short term at my daughter until I get things straightened...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-06-2017, 05:23 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
The thread is getting a little more complicated...

The thread is getting a little more complicated than I can comprehend, but I certainly appreciate the responses. Consequently, I now have the following questions:

1) Is it or is it not the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-05-2017, 07:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for the additional input and information. ...

Thanks for the additional input and information.

Do you have a recommendation for the upgrade solid state separator/combiner? I found one at Robust, inexpensive 12V 150+amp smart battery...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-05-2017, 05:31 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I cannot find a manufacturing date, but the...

I cannot find a manufacturing date, but the batteries are fairly dirty. I am sure they have some age on them, but I have no idea how much. Plus I have no idea how they were treated. I do know that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-05-2017, 02:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
I do not know. I bought the unit last November,...

I do not know. I bought the unit last November, but I am quite sure the dealer did not put new ones in. So they are probably up for replacement. I think replacement will be my first step unless I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-05-2017, 12:24 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 18,636
Posted By gksmith
Isolator, Coach Batteries Issues

This may be a long story, but here goes. I am a fairly new Class B owner. The other night, the Check Gauges light went on and the alternator gauge on my 2002 Dodge Ram Van 3500 Leisure Travel went...
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