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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-13-2016, 12:52 PM
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Views: 1,504
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Today I replaced the circuit board and viola! HOT...

Today I replaced the circuit board and viola! HOT WATER. I appears that when the solenoid closest to the water heater failed that it somehow caused the circuit board to fail also, or maybe it was the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-07-2016, 02:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,504
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Well, I wound up ordering a new board, best to...

Well, I wound up ordering a new board, best to have it around, even if I don't need it right now. I've done the checking and the valve works great so it is either the board, or possibly the wire. I...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-04-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,504
Posted By rfdbrown32166
It's the 120v heater that blows the breaker, not...

It's the 120v heater that blows the breaker, not the 12 LP gas. I'm only on a 30 amp breaker in the park and it doesn't seem to handle much so I suspect that is why it blows. I have two electric...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-04-2016, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,504
Posted By rfdbrown32166
unfortunately the 120v keeps blowing the breaker...

unfortunately the 120v keeps blowing the breaker on the park post, I haven't figured that one out either. Just working on one problem at a time. I'll try jumping 12v to the solenoids and see what...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-04-2016, 08:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,504
Posted By rfdbrown32166
SW10DE water heater blues

I replaced my LP gas valve on my water heater because the solenoid nearest the tank failed by a short circuit. However, after installing the new valve and cycling the system a dozen or so more times...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-22-2016, 06:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,178
Posted By rfdbrown32166
I've tested the solenoids on the gas valve and...

I've tested the solenoids on the gas valve and the one furthest from the heater (#1) shows 40 ohms while the one next to the heater (#2) shows .2 ohms. So it appears that the 2nd solenoid has shorted...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-18-2016, 09:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,314
Posted By rfdbrown32166
BTW ... their website is...

BTW ... their website is https://www.iotaengineering.com/pptech.htm
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-18-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,314
Posted By rfdbrown32166
In my unit, it is located in the "basement" right...

In my unit, it is located in the "basement" right beside the furnace. It is an Iota DLS-55, some units have the smart charge built in, others like mine require a module to plug into it to make it...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-18-2016, 08:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,178
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Water Heater not working

I have an SW10DE LPGas water heater. It was working fine but it quit working during the night. The igniter is firing, there is an electrical potential across the gas valve when the igniter fires,...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-04-2016, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 917
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Well ... I wish that was the problem. I pulled...

Well ... I wish that was the problem. I pulled out the furnace - that was a job and a half. Then I started taking it apart to change out the limit switch, which is sandwiched in between the two...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-03-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 917
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Maybe this is the solution: Symptom: Fans ...

Maybe this is the solution:

Symptom:
Fans Run and Heat is Produced but Burner Goes Off and On.
Solution:
This is called “cycling on the limit switch” and results from ...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-03-2016, 06:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 917
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Furnace Problems in B.C. Canada

My furnace is running continuously, there is hot air coming out of the exhaust, but only marginally warm air coming out of the ducts. It's not that cold here, only -8° C or 17.5° F. I've had colder...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-03-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 805
Posted By rfdbrown32166
I live in B.C. Canada, 17° F right now. I wasn't...

I live in B.C. Canada, 17° F right now. I wasn't aware there was a switch to turn them on and off. As far as I know they're thermostatically controlled, but I'm not certain.
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-21-2015, 03:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Thanks Ken

Thanks Ken
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-20-2015, 05:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Thanks. I saw them online for as little as 30...

Thanks. I saw them online for as little as 30 bucks or so. I'll have to find a good price and order one.
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-20-2015, 07:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Well hmmm. Would that plug into that receptical...

Well hmmm. Would that plug into that receptical that looks like a phone jack? If so I'll just buy the module. Thanks for the advice. You saved me about $300. Gawd ... I love this forum.
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-20-2015, 04:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Lol. Ok I'll tell you the location of the fuse....

Lol. Ok I'll tell you the location of the fuse. But it is somewhat embarrassing. I'm 60 years old now and my eye sight isn't what it used to be. I can't see dark writing on a black background. So ......
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-19-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Well it turns out it wasn't a problem with the...

Well it turns out it wasn't a problem with the inverter after all. There was a 30 amp fuse which of course was hidden the way he couldn't find it. Once I replace the 30 amp fuse everything was...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Hi Ed. Yes do stop in. My breaker box is in my...

Hi Ed. Yes do stop in. My breaker box is in my beside my steps in the kitchen. So far my charger keeps cutting out. It is a 30 amp charger. Might hsve to find a larger one tomorrow or locate the...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 01:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Thanks for the additional info Rondo. We have an...

Thanks for the additional info Rondo. We have an RV tech in town here. I'll check behind the white removable wall and see what I can find. I don't have an extended warranty, it's coming out of my...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
I'll check there but my top stair lifts up to...

I'll check there but my top stair lifts up to reveal my laundry basket so it's most likely not there. In my 'basement' storage there appears to be a removable wall. I'll have to check there but will...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Thanks Steve. You were right on the mark. I had...

Thanks Steve. You were right on the mark. I had to replac the battery, it had a dead cell. But I think the converter/inverter is also blown. Any idea where that might he located?
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
So it is ok to leave the battery connected with a...

So it is ok to leave the battery connected with a charge connected to it until I figure out the converter problem?
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 12-18-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,877
Posted By rfdbrown32166
HELP -URGENT

I am 5th wheel living full time in B.C. Canada. Today it is -4° (just below freezing for my American friends). This morning my 12 volt system quit working. My 110 volt system is okay. Problem being...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-28-2015, 03:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 679
Posted By rfdbrown32166
Good trouble shooting idea. Thanks will give it a...

Good trouble shooting idea. Thanks will give it a try. I've also collected a jar of water to have it analyzed just in case. Until I get it figured out I'm drinking bottled water ... and beer. :)
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