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Old 03-10-2020, 08:49 PM   #1
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Question Generator Hours Check

Just wondering if anyone knows if there is a way to check the generator hours from the control panel inside the coach. I know it displays while running, and there's a meter on the generator itself, but I'm interested in a quick check without turning it on from the inside.

Is this possible? Thanks.

I don't think it matters, but 2019 Thor ACE 30.2.

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Old 03-10-2020, 09:20 PM   #2
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Yes, when you turn the switch the opposite way (which primes the Genny) hold it for like 15/20 seconds and the numbers will come up. I did this the other day when I changed my Genny oil so I could write it down in my note pad.

Plus priming for 30 seconds then wait about 1 minute allows my Genny to start on the first try. Otherwise it takes 3 or 4 trys (more wear and tear on the starter motor plus drains batteries quicker).
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Old 03-10-2020, 09:38 PM   #3
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Yes, when you turn the switch the opposite way (which primes the Genny) hold it for like 15/20 seconds and the numbers will come up. I did this the other day when I changed my Genny oil so I could write it down in my note pad.

Plus priming for 30 seconds then wait about 1 minute allows my Genny to start on the first try. Otherwise it takes 3 or 4 trys (more wear and tear on the starter motor plus drains batteries quicker).
you are so correct
i've used those techniques
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Old 03-10-2020, 10:21 PM   #4
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Yes, when you turn the switch the opposite way (which primes the Genny) hold it for like 15/20 seconds and the numbers will come up. I did this the other day when I changed my Genny oil so I could write it down in my note pad.
I just went out to try that. The red light comes on after it's primed, but holding it down longer doesn't change anything. It just stays blank.
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Old 03-10-2020, 11:57 PM   #5
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Well mine is hard to see and you might need to hold longer than 1 minute.

Does this hour meter work when the genny is running?

I have to use my phone light to see the #'s on mine.
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