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    Posted: 08 Jul 2018 at 1:13pm
Here is my update.  

So the Progressive Dynamics PD4655 converter arrived within 4 days of ordering off Amazon.ca.  It came with a serial number.  

Install was straight forward.

Now when I plugged in the shore power, the thin red wire on the 4 wire jumper (header) smoked and melted instantly.  

The voltmeter I installed last year does not register a charging from the converter.  If I leave 12 volt things on, it will slowly go down.  I treat my two golf cart 6 volt batteries better than I do my children, so I know they are ok.  

Does the 4 pin jumper wire that send info to the LED indicating charging mode necessary ensure correct operation of the converter?

With the replacement of the WFCO converter with the PD4655, nothing has changed battery charging wise.  I checked all breakers, fuses, grounds, including grounds off battery on trailer frame.  All are ok.  If I turn my battery switch off and only the microwave and the tv work, nothing else.  I am pretty sure other things worked without connection to the 12 volts, like the slideout.  

I read that if the panel that has battery condition and grey/black water buttons, has battery LED light lit (C=Charge?) that the charger/converter is working.  I do get the top red LED lit, but if I run 12 volt til it gets to 12.3 volts it goes down.  Normally the battery LED would go down after 12.5 volts.  

Is there something I am missing, there seems to be a disconnect with the charging system between the batteries and converter?

Thanks for any help.

Bob
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When installing the PD 4655 the internet pictures are better than the black and white printed directions. The wires are crossed meaning the AC wires are on the right side of the converter and DC wires on the left. That means they must be crossed to reach their required connections. Not a big deal they will reach. Go slow triple check the connections take pictures prior and any questions ask. You will be very happy with the PD unit.
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Originally posted by Lear111

I agree with lostagain on the WFCO warranty. I kept my old one also as a back up. The pendant is a small box with a light on it that flashes corresponding to the output of the converter. 14.4 volts for fast charge also can force it into that mode with the pendant but not recommended. 13.6 volts for normal mode and 13.2 volts for float or maintaining mode. The pendant came with mine but a cheap voltmeter installed off the distribution box tells you the status without figuring out confusing light flashes.


Got ya, I have a voltmeter installed so I can read the VDC of the battery  (running 2 6volt, also have a Renology 100 watt panel for boondocking charging).  While I wait for my new converter, i am charging my batteries with a NOCO 7600 smart charger.

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Originally posted by lostagain

shark, you may want to contact WFCO about a warranty replacement.  Seems to me their warranty is 2 years, if I recall correctly.  Then you can keep it as a spare after buying the new Progressive Dynamics converter.  Since I recently replaced my WFCO with a new one (still working just fine) this is what I plan to do if there is a failure during the warranty time.

Also, one member suggested putting a little foam cushioning below the converter to dampen the vibrations.  I tried it with a piece of thin carpet pad and all is working nicely.  


Thanks for info about the warranty, I did call my local RV who is an authorized dealer with WFCO products, I do still have 8 months left on my warranty but I need a working converter now. We are currently living out of our RPod 180 while we wait to take possession of our new house.  

The RV shop said they were taking appointments for the middle of August.   They did say I could bring in just the converter (lower part) and get it approved for warranty replacement.  I did buy on Amazon.ca the PD4655V converter, it was $140 CND cheaper than the local RV shop.  

Will cushion the unit as recommended.  

Thanks all for the quick replies, nice to get this fixed quick as need to go get away as we are currently camping at the in-laws. 

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I agree with lostagain on the WFCO warranty. I kept my old one also as a back up. The pendant is a small box with a light on it that flashes corresponding to the output of the converter. 14.4 volts for fast charge also can force it into that mode with the pendant but not recommended. 13.6 volts for normal mode and 13.2 volts for float or maintaining mode. The pendant came with mine but a cheap voltmeter installed off the distribution box tells you the status without figuring out confusing light flashes.
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Originally posted by furpod

BTW, don't order the pendant.. it's near useless, and the circuit board does everything anyways.

What is the "pendant"?  

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shark, you may want to contact WFCO about a warranty replacement.  Seems to me their warranty is 2 years, if I recall correctly.  Then you can keep it as a spare after buying the new Progressive Dynamics converter.  Since I recently replaced my WFCO with a new one (still working just fine) this is what I plan to do if there is a failure during the warranty time.

Also, one member suggested putting a little foam cushioning below the converter to dampen the vibrations.  I tried it with a piece of thin carpet pad and all is working nicely.  
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I just replaced my WFCO converter with the progressive dynamics 4655. It is a direct replacement and can be done by you. The company warns about internet purchases some that do not come with a serial number. I purchased mine from best converter RV electrical supplies and it was legitimate. Unfortunately my first unit made an unusual noise but progressive was aware of the problem and immediately replaced it with no questions or paperwork. A good American company who stands by their product. Took about 1 hour the first time and 15 minutes the second time for installation. It works great.
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BTW, don't order the pendant.. it's near useless, and the circuit board does everything anyways.
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Thanks furpod for the link and directing me to the correct model.  I can get one on Amazon.ca with prime, CAD $330.

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