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Topic: Electrical Wiring Diagrams ???
Posted: 19 Oct 2022 at 4:18pm

+1 to all. rPodCamping, you will get to know your trailer over time. It can be a bit intimidating but just spend some quality time with it and before you know it, you'll understand not only the wiring, but plumbing, construction and mechanics. That acquired knowledge is one of the things that has prevented us from selling our 179 a couple of times. I'm not ready to the "learn" another RV just yet.

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Posted: 19 Oct 2022 at 6:20pm

Originally posted by rPodCamping

See...............that makes no sense to me.

How can FR ensure quality and consistency in its product line without wiring diagrams that the installers must follow?

The problem with this is assuming that "ensuring quality and consistency in its product line" is important to Forest River.

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Posted: 24 Oct 2022 at 8:16am

Since each model is unique, with my electrical background I recommend plugging into power (shore power), and turn off all breakers except the 30amp one. test each outlet and appliance, nothing should come on, then systematically turn on each breaker, and test again (for example, if you turn on the breaker for the a/c, only the A/C should have power). write down a list for what each breaker controls.

Next, disconnect the power (shore power), take a picture of all the fuses (12VDC) in place, then remove all of the fuses except for the 30Amp fuses (Caution, use only an insulated fuse puller, anything else can short fuses or connections, and blow fuse). Next check all 12V operated equipment (Fridge, Tv, Stereo, etc...) Then insert the first fuse (refer to picture of fuses) with the fuse puller, and list everything that is powered by that fuse, complete that systematically.

Now you should have a list of everything A/C & D/C on each breaker (120Vac) and fuse(12Vdc), the items listed on each circuit are in parallel (means everything on that circuit can work at the same time). This will help you with troubleshooting in the future with a multimeter.

IF you are not sure or confident in what to do, go to a professional for help, and an electrician too. (My disclaimer)

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Posted: 24 Oct 2022 at 9:12am

+1 Akula1 this is a very good primer to gain knowledge about the trailer's electrical system while keeping in mind that power coming from the TV ( tow vehicle) is not routed through the 12v fuses in the breaker box. The primary use of the power coming from the TV is operating the trailer's running/brake lights, operating the trailer's brakes, and in most cases while the TV is connected to the trailer it is adding energy to the trailer's on board batteries. Hope this helps.

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