https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : 2021 Rpod 171 AC Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 21 May 2026 14:16:05 +0000 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 07:49:35 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=14765 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143681#143681 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 27 Jun 2021 at 7:49am

You are indeed welcome, and I hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend as well!]]> Sun, 27 Jun 2021 07:49:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143681#143681 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143680#143680 Author: jcat_chen
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 7:44pm

Thank you Andy. Will drop off at the dealer when back home tomorrow. Luckily found a creek today.
Enjoy weekend and thank you again. ]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 19:44:42 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143680#143680 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143676#143676 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 11:58am

Okay, sorry we couldn't get it sorted without having to take it in.

The good news is it should be repaired fairly quickly as it most likely the thermostat is not serviceable or it isn't getting power to operate.

Something else to keep in mind, it is possible to get technicians to come to your trailer to diagnose and repair many problems. I know our dealer offers this service. There is an added cost I imagine but could be an option in the future!

If I may make a request, for my benefit. Could you come back here and let me/everyone else know the outcome and what the problem is? I am always interested in finding out what the problem was for future reference and if I am right or wrong in my troubleshpoting...and it could help me when I get my trailer at long last...it is being delivered to our dealer in Sudbury, Ontario in the next week or so!

Thanks and I look forward to your next post. :-)

Andy

]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 11:58:36 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143676#143676 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143674#143674 Author: jcat_chen
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 11:09am

Thanks Andy. No, no wakeup of it. I giveup and will leave it to technician...
Enjou the day...]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 11:09:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143674#143674 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143673#143673 Author: jcat_chen
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 10:54am

Hi, Andy,
Thank you so much for your help. Yes I touch the buttons but the thermostat seems no power. It is totally black. I took it off and couldn't find any loose or damaged.

Will drop it to service tomorrow.

Thank you again for your kindly help...]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 10:54:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143673#143673 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143672#143672 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 10:44am

While I wait to hear back about if the thermostat works when a button is pushed to wake it up I have been doing a bit more research. The next logical step (for me it is, anyways...:-), is to see if you can access the back of the thermostat to verify that the wires are securely inserted into it.

If you have the manual for the thermostat, which the dealer should have provided to you, that would be of assistance as it should tell you what colour of wire goes into what connection point in the rear of the thermostat.

If you can access the wires, refer to the manual to see if they are inserted correctly, and then wiggle them GENTLY one at a time to check for a secure connection.

It is possible that your thermostat is unserviceable, but before replacing you need to check to see if this one is working or not.

I have been thinking about what you said about 12 volt...your thermostat might be 12 volt operated, so checking your fuses to ensure all are serviceable is important. If there is no 12 volt power getting the thermostat, it of course won't operate.

It sounds like your trailer is new, so this might still be under warranty. This doesn't help with the current heat situation there in BC, but something to keep in mind if you can't get the AC working.

Another question, has the AC (or the furnace as well, as it uses the same thermostat) ever worked or been used since you bought it? Have you ever used the thermostat or is this the first time trying to use it? I ask this to help with the trouble shooting process.

Andy

]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 10:44:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143672#143672 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143669#143669 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 10:08am

Have you tried to wake up your thermostat by touching any of its button yet? Check the video, it is helpful.

Andy

I just edited this post, as I originally stated to touch the screen, and that is incorrect for this thermostat...touch one of its buttons...]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 10:08:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143669#143669 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143666#143666 Author: jcat_chen
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 10:01am

Hi, all,
Thank you all so so much. I am in a camping ground with 30apm. Everything works fine inside. I tried break just now but still no luck. Fuse is internal lights/AC. Lights work fine.

Very very appreciate all your help....]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 10:01:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143666#143666 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143664#143664 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 9:03am

So, I Googled your thermostat and here is a link to the Forest River video on its operation. The gentleman in the video said you need to press any button on the thermostat itself to "wake it up". So, give that a try! It might be good, only needs you to set it to cool...if it works, set the fan on high to reduce icing up issues with the air-conditioning.

Here is the link to the video, or just search Google like I did.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3D4EYt-BMy1f0&ved=2ahUKEwjP15yGubXxAhVDZc0KHVooBBYQwqsBegQIBxAE&usg=AOvVaw0K2h1L95YXXaCGYPArNXTl

Andy

]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 09:03:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143664#143664 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143663#143663 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 7:53am

As someone who has learned a 2nd foreign language to assist in our living abroad for several years, it isn't a problem that can't be overcome. It does take a little effort but if I can help someone I am willing to make the effort.

Have a nice day,

Andy
]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 07:53:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143663#143663 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143662#143662 Author: podwerkz
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 7:26am

Language barrier...good luck.

]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 07:26:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143662#143662 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143660#143660 Author: campman
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 7:07am

Good morning. So, let's try to figure this out and start with the basics. Your air-conditioning isn't coming on and your thermostat is blank. I don't know your system but will try to help to get you started. I hope others can chime in where more detailed knowledge is required.

First, we need to make sure you are plugged into shore power, like at a campground? Or are you plugged into a normal house electrical socket? Either way, you need to make sure you have 110 volts to your trailer. Are your other electrical appliances energized/working? Your AC can't run off of the 12 volt deep battery that should have been installed in your trailer.

So if you do have confirmed you have good electrical power to your trailer, the next step I would say is to check all your breakers, if you know where your breaker panel is. Find your air con breaker and switch it fully off and then back on to make sure it is set properly. Might as well check your other breaker switches while you are there, as well as any fuses to make sure everything is good.

Check your thermostat and hopefully it is only a circuit breaker issue! If it works, let us know, if it isn't then come back and hopefully someone with a similar system/thermostat can assist. I have never had a trailer with air conditioning (but it won't be long till our trailer arrives) so am not conversant in troubleshooting it in detail.

Good luck, I have been reading about how hot it is getting out there right now!

Andy
]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 07:07:13 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143660#143660 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143659#143659 Author: offgrid
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 6:58am

There is some confusion here. The ac does not run on 12v. You must be connected to shore power or to a generator for it to operate. Also check the circuit breakers to be sure the ac is getting power.

The dealer was probably talking about the furnace which does run on 12v (and propane).]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 06:58:00 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143659#143659 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143658#143658 Author: SC for Huskers
Subject: 14765
Posted: 26 Jun 2021 at 1:07am

Sorry, no
]]> Sat, 26 Jun 2021 01:07:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143658#143658 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143657#143657 Author: jcat_chen
Subject: 14765
Posted: 25 Jun 2021 at 11:10pm

Anyone has idea where is the AC switch? 2021 rpod 171. The airxcel thermostat blank. Dealer service told me need switch AC to 12V and switcher is inside. Could find it anywhere in trailer.

38 degree tomorrow.....please help...]]> Fri, 25 Jun 2021 23:10:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14765&PID=143657#143657