RV DC Electrical System: Expert Guide to 12 Volt Systems
Expert guide to RV 12V DC electrical systems. Covers batteries, wiring, voltage monitoring, and system upgrades.
Expert guide to RV 12V DC electrical systems. Covers batteries, wiring, voltage monitoring, and system upgrades.
Master your RV electrical system from house batteries to shore power. Covers 12V DC, 120V AC, inverters, and charging.
A gas detector that beeps every minute during nighttime hours (7PM-7AM) is typically experiencing low voltage issues, sensor degradation, or interference from temperature changes and humidity. The timing pattern suggests power-related problems rather than actual gas leaks.
Keep your RV generator running reliably with this comprehensive maintenance and troubleshooting guide for Onan, Generac, and Cummins units.
When your RV converter runs but won't charge batteries, the issue is usually a faulty converter charging section, blown fuse, or bad battery connections. Start by checking the DC fuses and testing voltage output from the converter.
Most RV heat pumps draw 12-16 amps when running, well within your 30-amp service capacity. However, you'll need to manage other electrical loads to avoid tripping breakers when the heat pump cycles on.
Dual purpose lithium batteries work for coach use but dedicated deep cycle lithium is better for house banks. Dual purpose compromises between starting and cycling. For RV house batteries, deep cycle LiFePO4 provides better value and cycle life.
P0420 with surging often indicates exhaust leak affecting O2 readings. You replaced one manifold gasket - check the other side. V10s commonly have issues with both manifolds.
Even with disconnect switches engaged, phantom loads and battery self-discharge can drain RV batteries during storage. Installing battery maintainers, using master disconnect switches, and addressing phantom loads will solve this issue.
Essential guide for Ford E-Series Class C motorhome chassis covering suspension, maintenance, and common issues.
Your Progressive Dynamics converter needs either a lithium-compatible charge wizard upgrade (PD9160ALV) or complete replacement with a modern lithium-capable charger like the AIMS or Progressive Dynamics PD9200 series.
The Onan 5500 can be tuned up with quality aftermarket parts when OEM parts are unavailable. Use NGK 3432 spark plugs, Wix 57358 oil filter (not 57398), and zinc-containing oils like Rotella T6 for optimal performance.
V10 surging with air/fuel codes often has cheap fix - vacuum leak, intake gasket, or exhaust leak. Do smoke test or spray test before replacing more expensive parts.
House battery at 11.2V is critically low. Connect shore power immediately to charge via the Xantrex built-in charger. Investigate why solar and normal charging failed.
Yes, you're absolutely on the right track - your testing clearly points to a PCM failure in the ground switching circuit for the drivers side coil bank. The fact that you have +12v but no ground pulse during cranking confirms the PCM isn't completing the circuit.