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Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-19-2017, 03:21 PM
Replies: 237
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Posted By daveb
Not sure Darryl. It’s been a long time since I...

Not sure Darryl. It’s been a long time since I even looked at my separator. On mine (IIRC), I had to connect the brown wire to the Ignition wire. When I was having separator & starting battery...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-28-2015, 10:48 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

At least on my build the radio switch doesn't divert all power draw of the stereo to the house battery system when switched on. Also the separator will open at 12.8v when either of the battery...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-04-2015, 06:11 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

I didn't ask but there is a hell of a difference starting a diesel over a gas engine. I just assume you have a diesel as your planning an out of US trip. I'm not sure exactly what the amperage rating...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-04-2015, 04:00 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Nothing is fused which haunted me over new years. But that said, a cold crank on a diesel might pull higher amps than what you can find in a fuse or breaker. And if you add too large of protection,...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Depends on the model/make. Most including the Surepower separators are supposed to be sealed but SMB thought one of the problems they were having (with the Surepower) had to do with dampness. You can...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2014, 11:51 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Swapping to a separator might be more costly but you can mount it in the engine compartment. It's not the best spot though. A cleaner drier area is better plus some have manual controls so a place...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 09-16-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Yes try using "inverter" in the search and see what you find. To tell the truth I'd search the web. Inverters keep changing and I'm not up to date on the best models. Maybe a new van owner can chime...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-12-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

I bought one but never installed it. My plan was to wire it with an inline fuse (400A) so if the chassis batteries are dead due to a short hopefully the fuse would blow. My issue with SMB's standard...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-23-2014, 03:40 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

A manual switch is fine and used by many boaters and RVers. It also takes out any complexity that could create more field issues. But I still haven't had any problems with charging whether shore or...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-11-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Exactly... it usually indicates an issue/condition. Mine has only done that when one of my starting batteries was failing. But I also have my separator set to auto open during ignition start. Before...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-10-2014, 08:20 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-06-2014, 04:14 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Yep, I agree Greg. While in Colorado I bought one when the surepower began to chatter. I killed the Surepower then temp rigged the switch so at night I could isolate from the starting system. I might...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-06-2014, 03:37 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Every time my surepower failed I just jumpered it out. Done it several times. I made up a little jumper and keep it in the van. I also have one of those battery switches but have never used it. 7622...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-06-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

You nailed the reason that SMB suggests not to have a remote switch. Forget how it's set or the fact that little kids like to push buttons. One nice thing about the blue sea remote is that it's...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-12-2014, 10:57 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

I'm sure you've read Greg's post:


Maybe print this Tom and take it with you. If they don't understand what Greg is talking about they might just be generic as far as installation goes. Not...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-10-2014, 11:16 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

The Van alternator charges both House and Van batteries when I'm driving, so they should always be topped up when I get to my campsite?

Almost. Alternators generally get you to about 95%. Not an...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 09-07-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Depends on what unit you have. Blue Sea makes several models including isolators. The 7622 I have is actually called ML-ACR Automatic Charging Relay with Manual Control - 12V DC 500A
The yellow knob...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-30-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

On 50 style models most of the separators were installed under the bench seat near the left rear of the seat. Usually if solar was installed at a later date there is a strong possibility they ripped...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-13-2013, 01:24 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

I have to kinda agree with Mike on this. I really don't care if the battery banks "bond" together because I have AGM's all around. Sure they are different sizes but it hasn't become a problem for me...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-09-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

Myself, I have enough solar to charge both battery systems. I had nothing but trouble with Surepower and after several units replaced I went with the Blue Sea 7622. I have had no issues since. I also...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-15-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 140,824
Posted By daveb
Re: Battery Isolators,Separators, and Switches?

I agree but I would like a better regulator.
Myself I have yet to have any issues with my heavy duty alternator. I can see issues with standard belts trying to turn big alternators but serpentine...
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