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Forum: Ultra-Lite 03-03-2024, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By ewarnerusa
Single diverter valve system. The picture shows...

Single diverter valve system. The picture shows diverted, water will bypass the tank. Water usually flows in the direction of the valve handle when you think of it as an arrow.
Not my video, but...
Forum: Toy Hauler 02-27-2024, 10:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 335
Posted By ewarnerusa
The RV furnaces I'm familiar have either been the...

The RV furnaces I'm familiar have either been the type that delivers all heat from single vent located right on the furnace (small TT), or a ducted one that delivers the heated air from floor grates...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 02-15-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By ewarnerusa
Where is it pouring out from? I have experienced...

Where is it pouring out from? I have experienced backing up in the shower when gray tank was full, so I agree with you there.
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 01-04-2024, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
I thought I'd follow up with some thoughts that...

I thought I'd follow up with some thoughts that hopefully help. I love tinkering with solar so I'm interested in this thread! I'm not claiming any expertise, I'm just a guy who installed his own...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 12-31-2023, 03:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
Can you post it to google photos or Onedrive and...

Can you post it to google photos or Onedrive and share a link?
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 12-31-2023, 03:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
Does the inverter have what look like household...

Does the inverter have what look like household 120V AC outlets? If so, is there anything plugged in?

Do you know if your inverter is what is called an inverter/charger?
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 12-31-2023, 02:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
What error code is the inverter flashing? Maybe...

What error code is the inverter flashing? Maybe we can look that up for troubleshooting. Does it always give instant error code? Or only when charge voltage is at 14.8V?
Solar is typically always...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 12-31-2023, 02:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
14.8V is a common set point for charging flooded...

14.8V is a common set point for charging flooded lead acid batteries. Seeing 14.8V suggests that the panels are charging the batteries and the charge controller is holding them at that voltage until...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-09-2023, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By ewarnerusa
My thoughts would be - ran out of propane -...

My thoughts would be
- ran out of propane
- issue with propane regulator
- compromised propane lines

Can other propane appliances work? Stove burners, fridge on propane, etc?
Forum: Travel Trailer 10-23-2023, 03:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 764
Posted By ewarnerusa
Has the emergency brake pin been pulled out and...

Has the emergency brake pin been pulled out and the trailer's brakes are engaged? I can hear a whine from my trailer when its brakes are engaged.
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-05-2023, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 793
Posted By ewarnerusa
Each sink or shower drain has a P-trap, just like...

Each sink or shower drain has a P-trap, just like in a house. Some use a different type of device, but my camper uses p-traps. The reason for pouring antifreeze down the sink drains is to displace...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-03-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 793
Posted By ewarnerusa
Regarding your winterization blowout - DO NOT...

Regarding your winterization blowout - DO NOT FORGET: toilet, outdoor shower/spray port, any other tap that uses water. Also run your water pump dry for a bit to push any water out of it. If it...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 09-27-2023, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 862
Posted By ewarnerusa
I like the PPL Motorhome store for all RV stuff. ...

I like the PPL Motorhome store for all RV stuff. I didn't see one exactly like yours but many options that could work?...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 09-08-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ewarnerusa
It sounds like you may be new to campers as well?...

It sounds like you may be new to campers as well?
The 12volt Side of Life (Part 1) (https://www.marxrv.com/12volt/12volt.htm)
I like recommending that page as a starting point for familiarizing...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 08-10-2023, 02:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 933
Posted By ewarnerusa
Subscribed because I'm interested in hearing some...

Subscribed because I'm interested in hearing some input. I have heard advice to run a smaller inverter if loads are smaller because it is more efficient than a large inverter supplying the same...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 05-25-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By ewarnerusa
Some bypass configs use 3 valves, others use 2,...

Some bypass configs use 3 valves, others use 2, or even just one along with check valves. In the 3 or 2 valve situation, there are multiple valves to move when switching between bypass and normal....
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-24-2023, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,091
Posted By ewarnerusa
As Franktafl says, what was your filling...

As Franktafl says, what was your filling protocol?
I'll assume you started with a dry system and first filled fresh water until full before starting your measurements at the sink.
Is there a water...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Member Concerns 05-19-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,037
Posted By ewarnerusa
No problem, ask away! The water heater controls...

No problem, ask away! The water heater controls don't know whether the tank is full or not, so I was just pointing out good practice of not turning the heater on if there is no water in it. It is...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Member Concerns 05-19-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,037
Posted By ewarnerusa
Yes, please report if water heater is trying to...

Yes, please report if water heater is trying to light or not as Frank describes.

Picture one looks like there is no drain plug in the water heater, which would mean no water in the tank. Do not...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 05-09-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,090
Posted By ewarnerusa
There is a lot in this webpage. If you're just...

There is a lot in this webpage. If you're just interested in 12V draws, scroll down the page a ways to the 12V Load RV Amp Draw Table
https://askthervengineer.com/whats-my-rv-appliance-amp-draw/
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 04-28-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 568
Posted By ewarnerusa
A breaker in your AC breaker panel? My 2 way...

A breaker in your AC breaker panel?
My 2 way fridge plugs into AC power via an outlet behind the unit that is accessed from the outside fridge vent. Open your outside fridge vent and look for an...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 04-26-2023, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,040
Posted By ewarnerusa
By circuit to the breaker panel, I assume you...

By circuit to the breaker panel, I assume you mean the AC breaker panel? Solar is entirely on the DC side and shouldn't have any components on the AC panel. Are you the original owner?
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 04-26-2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,122
Posted By ewarnerusa
It may have sat at the shop for 2 weeks...

It may have sat at the shop for 2 weeks unplugged, so the parasitic draws on the battery depleted it. Your short drive from shop to storage was not enough time to get much charge back in it. If you...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-28-2023, 08:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,052
Posted By ewarnerusa
My hunch is they used an unladen truck (truck...

My hunch is they used an unladen truck (truck with no cargo and just the driver) in order to get the largest trailer weight value in the formula for the gcwr. So 5600 lbs would be the truck with no...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-27-2023, 11:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,052
Posted By ewarnerusa
I was looking for payload or cargo carrying...

I was looking for payload or cargo carrying capacity. That would be GVW - curb weight. Usually it is stated on the door pillar somewhere or on the driver door saying your total payload including...
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