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Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 10-05-2023, 04:56 PM
Replies: 64
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Posted By Blindboyb
So I finally got the rig into the dealer. Techs...

So I finally got the rig into the dealer. Techs there checked everything out. Clean bill of health. Turns out the ATS had some loose nuts. You have got to be kidding me!
Anyway, I’ve had it out on...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-24-2023, 11:58 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
While you are certainly entitled to your opinion,...

While you are certainly entitled to your opinion, I didn’t ask for it. I would love for you to point out where my terminology is off. If I recall correctly, the ATS is the only component I was not...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
So what else would those contacts be there to do?...

So what else would those contacts be there to do? I have power without them, but no power with them in place.
Also I don’t know if I forgot how to use a multimeter or what but I get zero vac on...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
The buttons are to open and close the circuit....

The buttons are to open and close the circuit. Which is done by the ATS. I watched it happen when I turned on the gen. Everything is beautiful with the ATS cover off (essentially bypassing the added...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 07:19 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
I think I may have answered some of your...

I think I may have answered some of your questions in my replies, after the one you quoted. Have a look toward the end of page 2 and get back to me please. I am very interested in your continued...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
I will assume they are used to protect me from...

I will assume they are used to protect me from reverse polarity and/or open ground. Lid off=no protection. I do find it hard to believe that 2 separate poles at a koa are wired wrong or have open...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Listing development. I removed the cover of the...

Listing development. I removed the cover of the ATS and then reconnected to the power pole to begin testing voltages in and out of the ATS. Just before doing all of this, I noticed the GFCI in the...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 05:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Tried a second pedestal. No change. Nothing loose...

Tried a second pedestal. No change. Nothing loose or burnt in ATS. To check voltage in ATS am I testing the circuits for SP in and out, as pictured on the inside cover Of ATS cover?
I’ll assume that...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
42896

42896
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
42893 42894 42895

42893
42894
42895
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
It is the new ATS. Just found it under the bed....

It is the new ATS. Just found it under the bed. Are we all confident the 12 V does not come into this thing? If I remove short power and kill the generator, I should be safe to open the box right
I...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
DK 1. Progressive PT30XL 2.correct, EMS will...

DK
1. Progressive PT30XL
2.correct, EMS will test the pedestal, but will not output power. All this confirmed with voltmeter
3. PDC = power distribution center, breaker panel
Definitely will be...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-22-2023, 01:26 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Voltmeter on-site. Power cord and new power cord...

Voltmeter on-site. Power cord and new power cord both test ~120 vac when straight to pedestal. EMS is no longer outputting voltage. It tests the pedestal fine but no juice.
So we’re looking at...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 05:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
42866 ATS? If so, not what I thought it...

42866

ATS? If so, not what I thought it would look like
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 04:01 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
So if the ATS is not switching back, does it have...

So if the ATS is not switching back, does it have a reset or breaker?
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Tried that as well. Progressive portable 30A....

Tried that as well. Progressive portable 30A. Brand new to me. Been great for the five outings so far. Still no go after 5 and now 10 minutes.
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Dkoldman, I attempted your test, but the RV end...

Dkoldman, I attempted your test, but the RV end of the 30 amp cord as an L-shaped inlet, as does the RV. The surge protector, which is a progressive industries, has the rounded ground plug looking...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 05:24 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Understood! 30A, not hardwired. I’ll give it a...

Understood! 30A, not hardwired. I’ll give it a shot in the morning and update
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 05:22 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Yes, yes I already feel like an idiot. Do you...

Yes, yes I already feel like an idiot. Do you need more salt? :) lol. unfortunately I had no time to investigate the hinky power cord issue. After all, it worked in the end and I chalked up the...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 05:10 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Our neighbor! Sorry for the typo. That sounded...

Our neighbor! Sorry for the typo. That sounded nasty
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 04:56 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
If I’m understanding you correctly, that isn’t...

If I’m understanding you correctly, that isn’t going to work because the male plug on the EMS is different than the female receptacle on the motorhome. Plus, I don’t think it works that way, even if...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 02:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Yeah left it at home. Stupid. I’m half tempted to...

Yeah left it at home. Stupid. I’m half tempted to ask your neighbor if I can try their cord, quickly, but then again, hate to bother.
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 01:15 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Quick edit, the vent fans work to I forgot they...

Quick edit, the vent fans work to I forgot they had two switches for each one. So basically everything works on generator and battery but zero works on 120.
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 01:15 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
Agreed but unfortunately I’m at camp and they...

Agreed but unfortunately I’m at camp and they don’t have any in the store
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 07-21-2023, 12:56 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,986
Posted By Blindboyb
No 120. SOS!

Just got to camp. Pedestal reading good through my pedestal ems. No 120 when I plug in. 12vdc is good. Generator gets micro and a/c. The only thing that seems to be not working on the generator and...
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