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08-06-2007, 12:22 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Apache Junction
Posts: 1,726
M.O.C. #7487
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Tripping Converter
I have a 2006 Montana 2955RL that we purchased new 2 years ago and I have had an ongoing problem ( since it was new ) with it that the 20amp circuit breaker for the converter ( only thing on circuit )keeps tripping. Was wondering if anyone has had or heard of this problem. The converter has been replaced and it still happens. It has been to the dealer 3 times for this problem with no resolve. And I'm am even getting the run around from Keystone. If any one knows of a good rep to talk to at Keystone I would greatly appreciate it.
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08-06-2007, 02:15 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: K.C.
Posts: 11,731
M.O.C. #5980
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Rich, sorry for your troubles, I know that is so frustrating.
I would replace the 20 amp breaker and check the tightness of all the wires in your breaker box.
Get someone to put an amp meter on the converter circuit while under load. My take on this is a bad power supply possibly caused by loose wiring or a bad breaker.
Ozz
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08-06-2007, 02:45 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Apache Junction
Posts: 1,726
M.O.C. #7487
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Ozz I have already done all of this but it still trips periodically which just drives me nuts. I check the breaker every time that I set up and every time that a take down. The last time that it happened is when I set up and the only thing that I did different was to use the 50amp cord. Someone suggested that I have the cord tested, If that is possible.
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08-06-2007, 03:14 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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That was also one of our problems in our 06 3400. When at the service center for repairs they replaced the entire converter and no problem since.
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08-06-2007, 04:28 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: South
Posts: 2,499
M.O.C. #5140
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We added a muffin fan to the vent in our front closet - the converter is above the ceiling of the closet. By extracting hot air, we are now down to tripping the breaker occasionally instead of frequently.
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08-07-2007, 01:33 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: rives
Posts: 54
M.O.C. #6202
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i had the same problem and i contacted IOTA engineering and they sent me a new one no problem since. you can contact them at www.iotaenginering.com. hope this helps
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08-07-2007, 03:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Weatherford
Posts: 1,383
M.O.C. #9
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I too have had some breakers pop. I also installed a fan in our previous TT behind the breakers. In our present Montana I just open the fuse box door and point a small box fan at it when the temp is so high that the A/C runs most of the time.
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08-09-2007, 05:25 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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I have also had that problem. I took it to the shop where they replaced the converter. I haven't had a problem tripping the breaker since that time. I have until recently had problems blowing the 30amp fuses in the converter compartment. I finally read the stickers inside the cover door and it says to use a 40amp fuse. A trip to the auto parts store and no problems since. It may be worth a try to see if everything in that box is what its supposed to be.
Phil
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08-11-2007, 09:08 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Weeki Wachee
Posts: 814
M.O.C. #7219
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Rich, I've been down the same road. Tripping breakers. Bought a used 298RLS in great condition. When the salesman showed it to us it tripped the 20amp and conv. breaker.
They tried tightening all connections, replacing the breakers, replacing the time out limit switch, new thermostat.
After 7 attempts they replaced the top part of the A/C unit. Not the part where you see inside the RV. They claim it had a bad spot in the motor and it would heat up and trip the breakers.
Before replacing the A/C it might run for 30 min to 8 hours before tripping. Now its ran for 3 days and no tripping. It is under dealer warranty so they bit the bullet on that one.
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