RV Power Converter Fix

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Updated video! Fixing Camper Converter Charger #diy
• Fixing Camper Converte...
Replacing fuse and capacitor on the power converter circuit board of my camper. The battery wasn't getting a charge, but replacing these two things fixed the problem.
Check out the newest video showing how to replace by soldering the fuse in!
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@danielseghers8214 5 жыл бұрын

Great job explaining the power Converter fix !

@RotoCityTech 5 жыл бұрын

Daniel Seghers thank you and thanks for watching!

@agnessilvano4118 2 жыл бұрын

@cdwambolt Жыл бұрын

excellent video! You are a mechanic, not a parts changer! Kudos!

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I very much appreciate that comment!

@TrailToughTrailers 4 жыл бұрын

I've watched lots of vids regarding how to "replace" but this is the only I've seen how FIX. I love how you kept it quick and simple!!! A million thanks and many others are thankful too... again GREAT JOB!!!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Hersh Johnson thanks for watching and taking time to reach out! It’s great to hear so many people interested in fixing their own stuff!

@Williams.WalkerJr. 5 күн бұрын

You're showing me where it was located at give me just a few minutes quick fix and everything's working perfect thanks again

@RotoCityTech 4 күн бұрын

This is what it’s about! Great work getting it fixed and thanks for watching.

@louie4316 4 жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for sharing this. I have the exact same electrical panel as you and I believe the same problem. Thanks for saving us working folk some money, subscribed.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing. I really appreciate it. Glad you found it useful!

@garylee4214 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Thanks for this video. This is exactly the information I have been looking for. Gives me real hope that I can get the charging system up and running again without the dreaded trip to the dealer ordeal. I couldn't even find the converter before this.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting. That’s so awesome to hear that another camper out there feels confident they can jump into this repair! Good luck!

@lesaclary3289 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for getting straight to the point and sharing your DIY fix. Great job

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

You bet! I appreciate the compliment. Thanks for watching!

@stevewest438 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Dozens of videos and finally one that explains the system thoroughly. Cheers.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! That’s the goal here is to help people out. I appreciate the support

@jebbersbraun7476 Ай бұрын

thank you, for learning the insides.

@RotoCityTech Ай бұрын

You bet! I love learning. Thanks for commenting and watching.

@arzathutube 2 жыл бұрын

You rock my friend! For an uninteresting reason I placed the focus on my solarnoid for 2 hours and then here's your post that helped me from a very very cold situation. Thanks!

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear this! Keep it up!

@toddspencer5926 4 жыл бұрын

I just found this video & I really appreciate you taking the time to explain and educate on this problem you experienced. Hopefully it will help me to resolve my problem, once I get a chance to investigate. Thanks again for your video!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Tapex hey there! Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback. I hope you figure out your issues as well! Please comment again what you find out with your issue.

@sleepy03 2 жыл бұрын

Put new batteries on my trailer today, installed a renogy battery monitor over winter. Plugged in shore power and I'm seeing 13.6 volts but less than an amp going to charge the battery. Looks like I'll be pulling the converter in the morning and doing some testing, huge thank you for the video.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 13.6 is pretty normal and if it’s only taking an amp my guess is the battery is full and the converter has gone into absorption mode

@adobemastr 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent diagnostic skills, friend! Clearly you have the knowledge, experience, and skills to figure this whole thing out and repair it. That is great! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge and taking the time to make this video.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. Let’s hope that knowledge continues to grow as the camper ages. Lol

@jubileevideoproductions704 Жыл бұрын

Great job Question Where did you find your parts , capacitor and fuse Thanks Dan

@sean808080 4 жыл бұрын

This video is awesome! We are thinking about replacing the converter on our micro Minnie trailer. Thanks for going through it, it looks like something I can handle LOL. Famous last words!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

sean808080 thanks for watching and commenting! Lol good luck switching yours out!

@jimlong527 3 жыл бұрын

Nice..it’s a good fix I will remember, you are correct I cannot find a good rv repair shop that will fix items at this level. Always $150.00 hour and all new parts. If they knew the product they could diagnose this issue in 10 min, total repair it 20 min hence no one will do it that way. Old school is better long term. Do it yourself & you will never go wrong, We may do it twice but you will get it done.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more! A few dollars and some research and I saved the whole board. Thanks for watching!

@supertug2005 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo young man! They always to make it convenient for them,not the customer that has spent thousands for thses units. !!!!

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I agree but with just a little investigating we can at least solve a few problems. Thanks for watching.

@offgridcabin1557 5 жыл бұрын

Thank You for this video! It helped me to fix my converter too! 5 Stars!

@RotoCityTech 5 жыл бұрын

Offgrid Cabin awesome! That is my goal here to get people out there to fix things themselves. Great job and thank for the comment.

@brianjackson3212 Жыл бұрын

I went down a really long rabbit hole to finally find this video that shows how to fix a fuse on the converter. Muchas Gracias for posting.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

So happy this is still helping people! If you check the description I have made an updated video of the process. Thanks for taking time to comment.

@josephmyers1492 2 жыл бұрын

Having the same problem. Proved it must be at the power converter. Never been in that area before but your video has giving me hope. Great job explaining. Hope it works for me.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! I so wish I would have videos the actual process but hopefully the explanation helped enough. Good luck figuring hours out!

@dawnfuerst6507 9 күн бұрын

You make that look so easy.My camper got hit by lightning and I only have one power source not the 2, so I sure hope this is what it is.And i'm going to have someone try it. But you explained it very nicely.

@RotoCityTech 9 күн бұрын

I appreciate that. Thanks for taking time to comment! Good luck.

@DRIFTIN. 4 жыл бұрын

Good job, Thanks, And a thumbs up to the camera person

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! She does a pretty good job!

@killerb5726 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love KZfaq…. My parents are having the same issue and it looks like the identical converter. I had it out today and presumed they would have to get a new one. Glad I came across this. Thank you!

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Oh hell yea! I’m so happy this is still helping people!

@syedhamid1048 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! very simple explanation. Have a similar issue with my camper. Now I know how to Tshoot and possibly fix. Thanks for this video.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment! I hope this helps you in the end.

@keithgiroux7472 4 жыл бұрын

Great job!!I called manufacturer and they didn't know there was a fuse in there. 2017 ROCKWOOD MINI LITE by Forestriver

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Oh man they didn’t even know!? 🤭🤦🏼‍♂️

@barrywoods8239 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a similar RV and had the exact same problem not charging battery. Took apart and checked slo blo fuse and it had blown. Flipped board over and found a mouse welded to the other side. This video was perfect and you are awesome for pointing this out.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Whoa that is crazy! I’m so glad this video is still helping people out. I wish they could have mad this a replaceable fuse after seeing so many people with the same issue. Happy to help.

@Brandon_Jackson 2 жыл бұрын

Now this is what I’m talking about! Thank you so much!

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad I could help!

@judithmariahazy2342 5 жыл бұрын

I'm having the same issue, I think. I will check right now. But, even if this isn't the problem I really appreciate your excellent explanation and video. Going up to check my system right now. Thank you!!!

@RotoCityTech 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Let me know if I can help when you take a look!

@scwincable Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Helped a lot.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Thanks for taking time to comment and letting me know.

@Command37 3 жыл бұрын

You sir, on this day have most rightfully earned a like and subscribe from me. Thank you for being a helpful person. May others learn from your good deeds.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I appreciate the compliment and kind words. Helps me keep going!

@lass-inangeles7564 5 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful! I changed my converter once before about a year ago. Now same problem, darn it! Such crap they make! I will not spend another $300, but check it like you did. I have to get some battery disconnects first though. Non stop fixes needed for my 1997 Class C. More fixes than actual travel. Fed up with it. Need a new van.

@RotoCityTech 5 жыл бұрын

Lass-in Angeles thanks for watching! Just check those big 40amp fuses first. I’m sure it’s at least a similar setup. It is annoying tho even buying this camper new I’ve had to work on something after each trip!

@lass-inangeles7564 5 жыл бұрын

@@RotoCityTech Good to know its not just my camper! Many thanks!

@lghitting770 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video and detailing the troubleshooting steps. Im having the same problems now so I will check converter now.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry about having issues but I’m glad the video helped. I have another converter that did the same thing that I plan to cover more in detail

@coltonhoy314 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, this helped me a lot with my toy hauler I just got.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Happy to help. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@missingcylinder 4 жыл бұрын

super helpful! i'm having the same headache. thanks.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Jesse Porter thanks for watching!

@proam2928 Жыл бұрын

This is going to save me a headache or two next week. Bought a used camper and noticed something was wrong on the 12v side. I didn't troubleshoot because the plan was to remodel. I have the panel out and was just going to see if I could buy a new converter, but now, if I can fix it, even better. Thanks for the info; you've helped a lot of people. If thumbs up came with a counter for how many times I'd tap it; double digits my friend 😉

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Happy to keep helping people fix their campers! Good luck with the rebuild! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

@romeysmith1004 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it, good job, this is my issue now, I will take a look tomorrow at that fuse , thanks

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Right on. Hopefully this helps and is the answer!

@DeaconLucas1 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thanks man. Definitely learned something new.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Very good to hear! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@peacelovehomestead8361 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh!!! Just found the answer to my problem!!! Thank you!!

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! So happy you found it. Thanks for watching.

@stewartbrands 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome clear explanation. Just the facts. Thanks.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate the feedback

@aquintanilla47 6 ай бұрын

Great video buddy, I have that exact same problem with my RV , I’ll check that tomorrow, thanks a lot

@RotoCityTech 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Seems to be such a consistent problem. The whole converter is easy and not too expensive if you can’t find the issue

@seamansj 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I know this is 2 yrs later but this may be what is wrong w mine. Thanks again

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

No problem! Thanks for watching and commenting. I love how this video is still helping people

@Amer1ca56 4 жыл бұрын

THANKS.... Going to check mine today.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Stephen Pinion right on! Thank you for watching and commenting

@stuartstuart866 4 жыл бұрын

Big money saver, fixing it yourself. Thanks

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Stuart Stuart thanks for watching! That’s my favorite feedback to get! 🤘🏼

@ddprepper5227 Жыл бұрын

Excellent report

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching!

@bukit2361 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man, great video.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

No prob! Glad it’s helpful.

@BUDDYball 4 ай бұрын

good job....very informative....great video

@RotoCityTech 4 ай бұрын

I appreciate you commenting! Thanks!

@110101719 4 жыл бұрын

At 4:30 that would be the continuity setting of your meter, the real basic ones will tie it in to an ohm reading setting like the walmart meters. Some of the fancier meters have a strict continuity setting. Good way to still test those. Especially the blade fuses for automotive.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Joshua Lines hard word to remember for a non electrician! lol thank you!

@davekennedy4002 3 жыл бұрын

Good info, having similar issues, thanks for the help sir.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad to help

@Suckmyhair23 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for Explaining it so simple. That was a great video thank you

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

No problem. Glad it helped. If you care to see it more in detail I did another converter and showed the actual process. Fixing Camper Converter Charger #diy kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZtdes2rnKqpmWw.html

@froglobster 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this vid!

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

You bet! Thanks for watching and commenting.

@clintstevenson1214 5 ай бұрын

Great video. That other capacitor looks slightly swollen also. I would have changed it out also.

@RotoCityTech 5 ай бұрын

That it was! I should have. I have sold the camper and as far as I know everything is still working 🤞🏼

@cannerobertson1 2 жыл бұрын

Smart young man. Kudos 👍

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate you watching.

@celestinomurillo7507 Жыл бұрын

Great information it help me a lot thanks.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks for watching.

@pussellgut 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting. Been trying to fix my problems with my batteries not charging for almost 2 years. I have replaced 2 sets of batteries twice as well as the converter on my inverter. If I put jumper cables on my batteries and connect to my truck, the 12 volt refrigerator works, otherwise, refrigerator does not work. Can't wait to trouble shoot later on today.

@RotoCityTech 2 ай бұрын

Oh man I sure hope you figure out the problem!! Be sure to keep me updated on this because they can be a real bear to find. I would also check the reverse polarity fuse in the panel. If that blows it can cause similar stuff

@frankperez-vc2bw 9 ай бұрын

thank you for posting this even though it was a few years ago...i am troubleshooting my camper and your video confirmed what i was thinking...i looked at the top of my caps and they looked just like the one you removed..i didnt test the fuse yet but i am betting it is popped also..thanks for the info

@RotoCityTech 9 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for letting me know this. This video continues to help people and that makes me happy.

@TheWheaty100 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful 👍

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@winstonprather1582 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job dude!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Winston Prather thank you very much!

@TheLazusa 3 жыл бұрын

You did great , I have same system on my camper . I ll keep that I’m mind .THANKS

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to comment

@sid4you100 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you. Nice job.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@WayniacKT 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. I am about to embark on the same journey. :)

@RotoCityTech 2 ай бұрын

Good luck! Hope you figure it out and thanks for commenting!

@Plumblikethat 3 жыл бұрын

Having the same problem So I’m going to give your advice a shot hopefully it’s that simple thx for the video Will give update

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yea let me know if it fixes the issue and good luck!

@melissapeck3089 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Two9 Did you give er a shot?

@gjurczyc 3 жыл бұрын

BEEP Continuity Captain Electron! Great Video

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ussweeneyd 2 жыл бұрын

Great info ! Going out now to test the fuse.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Very good I hope it works!!!!!

@ussweeneyd 2 жыл бұрын

@@RotoCityTech it did ! in fact it was the breaker with the small button on the side. Just need to find out why it tripped.

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Good job finding it

@Williams.WalkerJr. 7 күн бұрын

Great health that's just what I was looking for thank you very much

@RotoCityTech 7 күн бұрын

Than you! Good luck!

@richardknott2021 12 күн бұрын

Great video..

@RotoCityTech 12 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@garyconway439 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Hank! In my case I could see both of the 200V 680uF caps were bad, the cases had heat damage/bubbling, and the metal ends were swollen out a bit. I ordered replacements from China on EBay as what I found in the USA would take longer to get and cost more. Plus I replaced the fuse with an Axial Ceramic Time Delay Fuse, 6x30mm, 15A, 250V from Amazon. Nearby the caps was a brown area which also looked liked heat damage at R49, a 1470ohm resistor. I lifted/desoldered one end and it measured fine, so resoldered it back down. Happy to say it worked like a charm, RV lights are now working, and I expect the batteries will be getting charged. FYI this came about because I connected the plug to 240V, thinking that the RV 120V 30A outlet was just like my shop 240V 30A outlets. Oops! that was a stupid mistake, but all fixed now.

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Wow! That’s awesome that you were able to discover all of that and fix it. It’s so awesome that I continue to get people having such success fixing these converters even years later. Good work

@jaymay75 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@RotoCityTech 10 ай бұрын

Yes of course!!!!

@MountainTopHomestead316 4 жыл бұрын

bro you seriously just saved me a bunch of money. much thanks

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and that’s my goal here!

@MountainTopHomestead316 4 жыл бұрын

@@RotoCityTech we've been full time a year and 5 months and you'd think i would know how to fix this by now. So happens i just over looked that reverse polarity fuse 🤣

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Mountain Top Adventures lol glad I could help! I’ll have to check out your vids!

@mimijohnson7714 4 жыл бұрын

Just replaced a $377 converter and wouldn’t have (well don’t have) the understanding of electricity as you do. Have to give you kudos for getting it fixed! I mean I wouldn’t even know what to call that part you replaced to buy another. The fuse I could replace but that part...nope.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking time to comment and watch. Well ultimately you just need it to work so having a new one is probably best. Especially when you’re out camping! Thanks for the comments tho!

@cinchexpress 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u for this. I’m having this same problem. Mine is 400$. And bought two now aaand a new battery

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man that’s crazy! Hopefully this helps you find the problem. Thanks for watching and commenting

@douglasashton7928 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

No problem! Thanks for watching!

@douglasashton7928 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately mine tested ok as far as fuse on the board so it’s something beyond my understanding 🤬. So I had to order a new one.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Oh no! Luckily they are not too expensive I suppose

@LatoriaMartin 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you bc my power went out, and I know it has something to do with that converter. Thank you for the video gonna try this today.

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting! I’m sorry yours is having issues but I hope you can figure it out today!

@melissapeck3089 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Latoria Martin I am just wondering if you got your converter working.

@pinhead10000 9 ай бұрын

thank you😀

@RotoCityTech 9 ай бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching.

@karlnyman2811 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!! It looks like the same unit in my 2018 Surveyor. My issue is I have no power coming into the unit while I'm plugged in and the only thing that works is 12 volt equipment (lights etc.) But I'm gonna dive into it more tomorrow and your vid gave me courage and I won't feel like I'm jumping into it completely blind👍🏼 Thanks!!

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you’re going to take a look! That’s a strange problem to have tho with no shore power coming in and only 12v. I’d also start tracing those wires connected to the 30amp plug. Good luck and keep me updated!

@karlnyman2811 Жыл бұрын

@RotoCityTech when I opened it up there is a bar with wires going into it with about 7-8 Set screws. One of those set screws came loose and the wire bounced around and the wire jacket was crispy. I snipped off about a half inch and tightened the set screw correctly and VOILA👍🏼👍🏼 All good!! Just got back home from the Black Hills of South Dakota so I'm assuming it happened on the return trip... good timing, it could of been on the way there.. Thank you so much for relieving the stress of jumping into it👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Big help!!

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

So happy to hear this! This also should help others knowing this is a possible failure point. Good work!

@bruisedorange5576 4 жыл бұрын

Lol...Morro Bay!! Three stacks and rock!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Bruised Orange loved visiting Morro Bay!

@Shedhunter2 10 ай бұрын

I love that you were able to do that, good work! I'm going to check mine in the morning

@RotoCityTech 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Yes it was a lifesaver for me! Plus it happened to me in my new camper 🤦🏼‍♂️ let me know what ya find tomorrow!

@Shedhunter2 10 ай бұрын

@@RotoCityTech 10-4!

@Shedhunter2 10 ай бұрын

@@RotoCityTech I disconnected my solar panels when I got power turned on for my job site trailer. The batteries kept everything running for a while, but when they died the refrigerator quit working. Turns out the main 40 amp fuses for the DC side were blown. Easy fix!

@Shedhunter2 10 ай бұрын

Caution! The converter has a circuit board on the bottom with hot 110 volt leads. You wouldn't know unless you stuck your fingers under there. (Heard it from a friend.. ; ))

@samuelvincent5602 10 ай бұрын

@@Shedhunter2very easy fix! Been there done that. I’m happy it’s all working.

@interestingthings5935 Жыл бұрын

You should change the other large capacitor as the top is evidently rounded which is a sign of failure occurring inside. Nice video!

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Tha ms for taking time to comment! Yes I agree that seems to be the consensus after posting the video haha

@indyzmike 4 жыл бұрын

I have a pair of WFCO 75 amp converters with the same problem. Parts are on order. I would suggest replacing both capacitors because if one is old and dried out, the other one is not far behind.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

indyzmike great idea to replace both. I’m hoping since mines a new camper that the capacitors are new as well! Thanks for watching and good luck!

@yobinesjl759 4 жыл бұрын

That was very good my friend because if you call the dealer they always want you to take the camper and they want your money that’s only what they want

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. It’s unfortunate that that’s the way it happens. One of many reasons why I just try to do most by myself and with help from others. And the Internet. Lol

@barbarabarker8256 2 жыл бұрын

Dude I absolutely love to solder man I'm going to look into doing this to any circuit problems in my RV because I have T&W electrical supply co in grand rapids mi because ripoff shack is closed

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

So great to hear! It’s a pretty simple skill and it allows you to fix a lot of problems. Thanks for watching.

@jamessullivan265 3 жыл бұрын

Finally an anawer thanx

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help you out. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

@georgeenriquez8058 8 ай бұрын

Good video. Small world. See your Morro Bay Hoodie. I'm watching this in Atascadero. 👍

@RotoCityTech 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Oh wow that’s right there close. I drove out to California back in 2016 to drive the PCH. Absolutely loved Morro Bay.

@phunkimunky4730 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

You been happy to help

@allenhanks7719 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Thanks for watching.

@user-xe1ot4vs5h 3 ай бұрын

The The exactly same thing happened to me. The beginning of this month.

@RotoCityTech 3 ай бұрын

This is just too common! Hope ya got it fixed tho

@mk_paper_bird 4 жыл бұрын

Good vid man. Unfortunately I had to find out the hard way like you did with the exception that both of my capacitors are blown but the F1 was fine. Inverter fan kicks on for about 5 seconds before cutting back off, if you pull the top “reverse battery” fuse. I’m assuming it’s because the capacitors can’t obtain and distribute the required voltage and it’s just taking the whole unit a few seconds to figure that out. 🤷🏼‍♂️ either way I’m 17 days into a healthy and junk food free lifestyle and I have my heart set on a Reese’s and a Vanilla Coke so I’m done for now. Thanks again for the video! Peace and love from bama

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man! Sometimes all you need is just a treat and a break. I feel for ya. Hopefully you get it all figured out. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. I would for sure check those two capacitors for continuity.

@mk_paper_bird 4 жыл бұрын

RotoCityTech I’ll definitely let ya know for sure as soon as I finish and as far as the snack goes (went) ... definite mood changer in the + 👍🏼 stay tuned and thanks

@johnr5545 Жыл бұрын

Wow nice job god bless

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that. Thanks for watching.

@alberteller7286 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us this I Learned a lot from you videos. O great camera work 🙏🏻

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ll let the wife know about her camera work too!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

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@bmc81 4 жыл бұрын

You lucked out. I blew up three of these puppies because of bad power. Unable to work on the boards as they were toast. So had to buy the converters online. The one I have is around $170 and I had to install. Yours is in a great location. I had to completely pull the panel out as far as it would go and hang it with a rope to a handle above. The converter is behind the panel on my Fleetwood motorhome. That sucked doing this each time. Thanks for the tip. Wish mine would have been that easy.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Dale J oh man I feel for ya! Sounds like a tough annoying job and I am thankful most campers today put these in more accessible locations. Well I’m not sure about modern motor homes. I do think I got pretty lucky that it didn’t blow the whole board! Thanks for watching!

@bmc81 4 жыл бұрын

@@RotoCityTech Well, our motorhome is not real old. It is a Fleetwood 2007 Terra LX 34n class A. Only 30k miles on it now. Bought it two years ago with 12k on it. It is a great unit except for the location of the converter. Thanks for replying.

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

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@pgoff0000 3 жыл бұрын

BEST video ever. i have the same unit and mine blew also. where did you locate the Capacitor and 250v fuse?

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Check the video description for Amazon links to the capacitor and fuse. Thanks for watching.

@koryevers3118 4 жыл бұрын

Good job, my camper has the same issue, where did you buy the capacitor , was it hard to find.. thanks for all the information!

@RotoCityTech 4 жыл бұрын

Kory Evers thanks for watching. In the description there is a link for the capacitor although that particular one is no longer available so you’ll have to just search the same size one. It does show which one to get! 👍🏻

@TxRiverElf 2 жыл бұрын

Great tracking! I really appreciate this video. I have the exact same model and my concern is that it does not seem to ever go into bulk mode... when it was my impression that it did so, periodically, just to keep the batteries truly charged?

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I don’t think I ever checked that it went into bulk mode specifically. After this fix tho it seemed to operate like it should so I would assume so

@JoseMartinez-vs1fg 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! I've already done all the troubleshooting... how do I change that fuse myself?

@RotoCityTech 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I would have re order the repair but I didn’t. 🤦🏼‍♂️ it’s pretty simple tho. Just heat up the solder underneath the board to the fuse that is blown. Pull that fuse out and then insert the legs of the new fuse in and solder it in the back side back to the board. Should be good as new

@blakeclark6338 6 ай бұрын

Deep bro.

@RotoCityTech 6 ай бұрын

I try

@heathfoster351 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same exact set up. I have 110 but I don’t have 12 V power to the RV. I don’t have a battery hooked up though. Everything was working fine until I turned on the microwave while the air conditioner was running

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Man that’s weird that it stopped working when you did that. More problems unseen it sounds like

@fivespeed1201 3 жыл бұрын

Hey great video! Got my sub keep em comin! Hey uh can i borrow your soldering iron? Asking for a friend! Lol

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you! I’ll do my best. Hahah yea sure just swing by lol

@0ptimal Жыл бұрын

Nice. My issue is similar, but a bit different. On shore power only(I don't use a battery at all), my AC is getting through to DC, but if it gets cold then the DC output is somehow restricted or flickery/faint.. So when it acts up my lights(fridge, anything DC) will either blink on and off at a tic toc pace, or they'll dim very low and a loud steady beeeeeep will sound(I've heard it's a low voltage signal). But, if while this is happening, I use say the microwave, or toaster, or anything AC current thats pulling a lot of power, the DC will work fine, but only while that AC appliance is used. It's like something in the DC output side, some component on the converter board, is shorting out or shrinking when it gets cold, not allowing the current to flow properly. And using an AC appliance somehow shoves the current through so it operates as it should.. lol idk. Only acts up when it's cold, it it's warm outside there's never a problem. Probably just gonna buy a new one but I just think it's prob something simple and cheap, so trying to see if anyone has dealt w this specifically

@RotoCityTech Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Hmmm yea this is strange. I’ve never heard of this before. It does seem like something is throttling there power for some reason until an appliance forces juice to run thru. I’m sure there’s is a way to test all this but I don’t even know what meter you’d use to try and do that. These converters are not too expensive so I’d say yea just get a new one to replace and then start messing with the old to see if you can find anything out. Best case is you have an extra converter in case the other one messes up

@Drew79 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have the converter in my new trailer. All was good until our third trip and the converter fan kicked on and the battery got really hot and was leaking. Could you recommend anything else I could check on this converter or trailer?

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Hmmmm sounds like there is a short somewhere cause that to happen. I’d start by trying to look at all my hot connections and make sure they are good and then the ground as well. It can be difficult to find these gremlins tho. The battery leaking is a big problem

@peacelovehomestead8361 3 жыл бұрын

Me again. When you took the board off to replace and solder the capacitor and fuse, did you have to disconnect the wires or just leave it hooked up and wrangle it into a good position to work on it. I've watched other videos in which they actually replaced the converter and there were lots of connections with wires that looked a bit too much for me. But if I test and find the problem and can just flip it over with the wires still connected, I think I can do this myself. Thanks for your help!!!

@RotoCityTech 3 жыл бұрын

Yea I regret not getting that part filmed. I just disconnected the cables at the battery and then got it in position to solder it right there on the floor since it was just the one fuse. Good luck!