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Forum: Additions & Improvements Today, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,297
Posted By Daryles
I ran a piece if 12ga extension cord from the...

I ran a piece if 12ga extension cord from the vacuum receptacle to the battery compartment and put a receptacle there.
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! Today, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 129
Posted By Daryles
Yup. Mr Clean Magic eraser mop and LA Totally...

Yup.
Mr Clean Magic eraser mop and LA Totally Awesome cleaner (100%). Both availableat Doller Store.
Spray on, roll up, wait 10 minutes. Unroll, scrub, rinse.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 93
Posted By Daryles
The Suburban Water heater service manual is in...

The Suburban Water heater service manual is in the files section.
As mentioned above, the relay is in the box on the side. Depending on your rig, you have to pull the water heater out a bit to get...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 100
Posted By Daryles
How about an install write up with pictures and...

How about an install write up with pictures and parts list?
I think the industry is going to go this way in a few years. I believe the power consumption is less than a rooftop model too. Ideal for...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 06:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 209
Posted By Daryles
2019 3130re. If you take down the front edge of...

2019 3130re. If you take down the front edge of the forward frame drop down, you can access the front of the black tank where the black tank flush sprayer is mounted.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical Today, 06:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 283
Posted By Daryles
I recently installed an ATS. Hope this helps. ...

I recently installed an ATS. Hope this helps.

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90856
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical Yesterday, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 741
Posted By Daryles
Excellent article Hot Skin troubleshooting ...

Excellent article
Hot Skin troubleshooting

https://rvelectricity.substack.com/p/hot-skin-voltage-troubleshooting
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Yesterday, 06:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 238
Posted By Daryles
What Carl said. IF you plan on doing a lot of...

What Carl said.
IF you plan on doing a lot of boondocking, have a look at lithium batteries.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-23-2024, 06:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 259
Posted By Daryles
You are correct, you must be on shore or...

You are correct, you must be on shore or generator power for the water heater to work in electric mode.
As mentioned above make sure the switch on the front of the water heater is on. Also press the...
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! 06-22-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 564
Posted By Daryles
You need to find the Amti Siphon vacuum breaker...

You need to find the Amti Siphon vacuum breaker valve. Trace the white PEX pipes. That's the color they use for the black tank flush.
Once you find it, replace it with a quality brass one.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 07:26 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,265
Posted By Daryles
I wouldn't cut off the wire just yet. Go to the...

I wouldn't cut off the wire just yet.
Go to the other end of it behind the control panel. You never know, there is a MESS of wiring behind there. The short might be at that end.
Forum: Navigation 06-21-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 367
Posted By Daryles
Last year we planned a trip up US-191 from Moab...

Last year we planned a trip up US-191 from Moab Utah to the Tetons. The road looks good all the way.
Break downs occurred and we we had to cut off part of our trip. We did take US-191 up into the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,265
Posted By Daryles
Battery Disconnect Switch. The labeling of this...

Battery Disconnect Switch.
The labeling of this Switch is confusing.
Ignore the word "Disconnect"
Read it as "BATTERY ON" or "BATTERY OFF"
When the battery is connected "ON", the key will not...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 08:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By Daryles
I'm guessing you are talking about the shore...

I'm guessing you are talking about the shore input wires coming into the power distribution (CB) panel.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By Daryles
I believe the Magnum Invert/transfer switch...

I believe the Magnum Invert/transfer switch powers the residential fridge. See post #4 above (similar setup).
You are looking for a silver box about 12" x 8" x 4" with big power cables going in and...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 298
Posted By Daryles
Check the door seals. Look on YouTube on how...

Check the door seals.
Look on YouTube on how to do a fridge door seal test with paper.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 07:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By Daryles
I don't see where the leaf spring hanger ripped...

I don't see where the leaf spring hanger ripped off.
We had a leaf spring break at the hanger. I shimmed it up with blocks of wood and we went down the road 120 miles to our next stop (carefully)...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 07:13 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,265
Posted By Daryles
Ok after reading through all these posts (again...

Ok after reading through all these posts (again x3).
BTW I love the wago wire connectors on your panel.

Fuse blows as soon as you replace it wheither or not light switch is on.
- short between...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-21-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By Daryles
IF, that drum is a Retractable 50A power cord...

IF, that drum is a Retractable 50A power cord reel that retracts into the rig, I have read of where the contactors can go bad on the drum.
Repair of the electrical contactors in the drum is not for...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-18-2024, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 644
Posted By Daryles
There is a Lippert Schwintek TSB in the files...

There is a Lippert Schwintek TSB in the files section

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=86
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-17-2024, 04:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By Daryles
You probably already know this but I'm going to...

You probably already know this but I'm going to say it anyway.
The CONVERTER take 120vac from shore power input and makes 12vdc to run the lights, furnace, most control boards (RV fridge, water...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-17-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By Daryles
Take a multimeter with you Here's a diagram of...

Take a multimeter with you
Here's a diagram of how small inverters are typically wired for residential fridge use on batteries.
If you are plugged into shore power and do not have 120vac in all...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-17-2024, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 748
Posted By Daryles
Yes, I installed a SoftStartRV on our bedroom AC...

Yes, I installed a SoftStartRV on our bedroom AC unit. I think it runs smoother, quieter since installing the SoftStartRV.
It's very simple to install.
TAKE PICTURES before starting.
If you are...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-16-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 733
Posted By Daryles
If the pump motor is working, AND you still have...

If the pump motor is working, AND you still have hydraulic fluid in the tank after putting down the jacks, I would suspect the switch.
Try Mashing down HARD on the slide switch.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-15-2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,201
Posted By Daryles
Twindman, planned the trip a year in advance....

Twindman,
planned the trip a year in advance. Spent a LOT of time on the phone to get reservations. In Canada, we dry camped the entire time. Could not get FHU.
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