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Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-23-2023, 04:14 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
Yes, that that sounds correct

Yes, that that sounds correct
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-17-2023, 02:11 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
The 762x versions are latching relays, so power...

The 762x versions are latching relays, so power is only used when changing state. So no, it generally won't get hot.

The Surepower gets hot because it is a continuous duty relay, so the power is...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-10-2023, 02:58 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
So for 2003, I show lighter on F2.26 ,Powerpoint...

So for 2003, I show lighter on F2.26 ,Powerpoint outlet is on F2.32 20 amp fuse.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-07-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 237
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Posted By Scalf77
This post has an updated version (2020) ...

This post has an updated version (2020) (https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/f20/battery-isolators-separators-switches-and-more-updated-2020-a-26493.html). Please check it out, and post in the...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-02-2022, 06:02 AM
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Posted By Scalf77
If your inverter displays the house battery...

If your inverter displays the house battery voltage, then yes you should see it change when charging from alt. The breaker should read continuity across it when out of the system. It could be auto...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-17-2022, 08:22 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
Yes, this could be an indication of some battery...

Yes, this could be an indication of some battery life, temperature, etc. Could also check to make sure the cable and lugs are tight from battery to 7620 isolator.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-17-2022, 06:23 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
The specs for the 7620 are combines when voltage...

The specs for the 7620 are combines when voltage above 13.5 V for 30 secs, or above 13.0 V for 90 secs. So it could be possible that you are taking longer to get to the 13.5 voltage level.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-25-2021, 09:03 AM
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Posted By Scalf77
I would expect that you have a surepower...

I would expect that you have a surepower separator based on the year. Is it the same clicking (the separator is more of a clunk, the BlueSea is a even louder clunk) that you hear when the unit was...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-06-2020, 06:20 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
updated version of this thread starts here...

updated version of this thread starts here Battery Isolators, Separators, Switches & More (updated 2020)...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-19-2020, 05:59 AM
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Posted By Scalf77
You would need to be more specific on what type...

You would need to be more specific on what type of isolator you are using? A diode isolator goes between the alternator and both batteries, a relay based isolator would just go from the battery.

...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-03-2019, 06:09 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
The Surepower 1315 is Bidirectional so it should...

The Surepower 1315 is Bidirectional so it should charge House from start (Alternator) & Start from House (shorepower &/or solar)



Below is a link document on updating from Surepower to Bluesea...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-03-2019, 05:39 PM
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Posted By Scalf77
Are you sure you have the Surepower connected...

Are you sure you have the Surepower connected correctly? Ground on. Beacause those values says it is not working.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-03-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
There is no way that the GFIC plug could directly...

There is no way that the GFIC plug could directly cause an issue with your 12 volt system.

First, you need to step back a little and go through your symptoms.

#1 It has been working as normal...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-02-2019, 01:46 PM
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Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
So, my first thoughts that come to mind, your...

So, my first thoughts that come to mind, your starter is possibly going bad and/or your alternator. That may not be true, as your Surepower has most likely exceeded it's useful age.

When you say...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-15-2019, 10:54 AM
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Posted By Scalf77
It is not advisable to hook Li-Ion batteries...

It is not advisable to hook Li-Ion batteries directly to your alternator via a separator. Li-Ion tend to be current hungry and will burn up your alternator. It better to put a DC to DC charger...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-14-2019, 09:09 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Terry, These are all doable things, I suspect...

Terry,
These are all doable things, I suspect you would need to go to a shop. A isolator or separator install is pretty much the same on a SMB as other class-B's. The biggest problem with SMB is...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-19-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
I would inquire with Redarc on what their Lithium...

I would inquire with Redarc on what their Lithium profile is, they appear to only limit the output voltage. Lithium does not have the same needs as a lead acid battery.

You could put a manual...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-12-2018, 06:22 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Yes, that would work to disable and enable the...

Yes, that would work to disable and enable the start assist feature.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-04-2018, 06:33 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Mike, In that scenario the house battery and...

Mike,
In that scenario the house battery and wires are in parallel to the starting battery and other van loads in the system. Also the battery is just one of the loads, as I still have what ever is...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-02-2018, 06:37 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Sure, here you go. ...

Sure, here you go.

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/65-albums111-picture33745.png

This is with 2 gauge cable from start bat to BlueSea 7622. During high amp charging the battery...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-01-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
The switch I was talking about was between...

The switch I was talking about was between Surepower and Ground. The Solar Charger and Shore Power Charger are both on the House battery side of the Separator. For the Solar charger to charge the...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-31-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Hi Brian, Not sure what relay you are...

Hi Brian,

Not sure what relay you are talking about, but since it is a 2006 Sportsmobile we will have to assume that is the Surepower 1315, you should confirm.

Questions:

When the van is...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-18-2017, 10:22 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
Ok, been a while, I have moved on from that but...

Ok, been a while, I have moved on from that but here is how it worked. The fuse on the ground side of trombetta would be a 10 amp fuse. For a new install this is not needed as long as the positive...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-27-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
yes, the 7622 is louder than the Surepower. ...

yes, the 7622 is louder than the Surepower.

-greg
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-22-2017, 12:03 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 142,165
Posted By Scalf77
No problem with that , in fact proffered. Mainly,...

No problem with that , in fact proffered. Mainly, these are usually shown going directly to battery so that you know that they are a control circuit. Off of that post would be fine, you prefer not to...
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