| Re: [GMCnet] Remote Start Panel [message #358916] |
Thu, 24 September 2020 14:53  |
James Hupy
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Greg, first of all, does the rocker start switch on the generator start it?
If not, you may not have anything wrong with the remote panel.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Oregon
On Thu, Sep 24, 2020, 12:49 PM John Wright via Gmclist <
gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
> Greg,
> Before try to replace the 4 cond wire redo the 4 connectors at the back of
> the generator. If you must replace the wiring then you want to use at
> least 14 gauge wire.
>
> JR Wright
> Michigan
>> On Sep 24, 2020, at 3:43 PM, Greg Crawford via Gmclist gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
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>> I have a couple of questions for everyone.
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>> My generator will not respond to anything from the remote start panel.
> The much mentioned 4 conductor plug behind/underneath/beside/somewhere
> around
>> the generator does not exist on mine. I have found four wires with crimp
> connectors on them, so perhaps those are the correct wires and the plug has
>> been eliminated, but they're too far back in the compartment and too
> short for me to get to. I think I am just going to run a new four conductor
> cable
>> from the generator control board to the remote start panel and try to
> fix the start/stop issue that way.
>>
>> While working with the remote start panel, this is what I have
> discovered:
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>> Tank levels, gray, black, and water, seem to work.
>> Water pump switch works.
>> Battery level meter does not work, but has ground and 12 volts on it's
> terminal, so I think it is kaput.
>> Fuel gauge reads full.
>> PO removed all traces of propane, so propane level does not work.
>>
>> My questions are:
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>> What does the Fuel Gauge indicate? Gasoline for the generator? My gas
> tanks are at about 3/4 full right now.
>>
>> Where can I get a new battery level meter?
>>
>> Thank you.
>> --
>> Greg Crawford
>> Knoxville, TN
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>> 1977 Royale
>> 403
>> Rear Bath
>> American Eagle Wheels
>> Alex Sirum Quad bags
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| Re: [GMCnet] Remote Start Panel [message #358917 is a reply to message #358916] |
Thu, 24 September 2020 15:15  |
Greg C.
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Yes, generator starts, runs, and stops as it should when using the generator control panel. Just doesn't seem to be connected at all to the remote panel. Sorry, I should have stated this in my first post.
I feel certain I can fix that issue by running new 4 conductor cable, just wanted to know if the volt meter can be purchased, and the purpose of the fuel gauge.
Thank you.
Greg Crawford
KM4ZCR
Knoxville, TN
"Ruby Sue"
1977 Royale
Rear Bath
403 Engine
American Eagle Wheels
Early Version Alex Sirum Quad bags
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| Re: [GMCnet] Remote Start Panel [message #358922 is a reply to message #358917] |
Thu, 24 September 2020 15:37 |
James Hupy
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Fuel gage is propane.
On Thu, Sep 24, 2020, 1:16 PM Greg Crawford via Gmclist <
gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
> Yes, generator starts, runs, and stops as it should when using the
> generator control panel. Just doesn't seem to be connected at all to the
> remote
> panel. Sorry, I should have stated this in my first post.
>
> I feel certain I can fix that issue by running new 4 conductor cable, just
> wanted to know if the volt meter can be purchased, and the purpose of the
> fuel gauge.
>
> Thank you.
>
> --
> Greg Crawford
> Knoxville, TN
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> 1977 Royale
> 403
> Rear Bath
> American Eagle Wheels
> Alex Sirum Quad bags
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| Re: [GMCnet] Remote Start Panel [message #359501 is a reply to message #358916] |
Fri, 16 October 2020 09:19 |
Greg C.
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Thanks everyone for the replies on this.
I made up a jumper with alligator clips on both ends as suggested to ohm out the lines. I got no continuity on any of them. I unplugged the large connector and cleaned with contact cleaner, still no joy.
The much discussed/maligned four conductor plug was missing on my coach. Probably already replaced.
While feeling around between the wall and the refrig behind the remote control panel, I felt all kinds of connectors and plugs which shouldn't be there, which led me to believe all this wiring was a victim of
PO work.
I didn't want to pull out the refrigerator for access, so, I ran a new four conductor cable from the generator control board to the remote control panel. Disconnected and taped up the old spade terminals,
and connected the new cable. Generator starts, stops, and runs as it should. Generator light comes on, hour meter works. I installed the fuel pump prime switch also.
Now to work on why the starter sounds so terrible. I think the nose bushing may be bad, as the bracket is not yet broken.
Thanks again!
Greg Crawford
KM4ZCR
Knoxville, TN
"Ruby Sue"
1977 Royale
Rear Bath
403 Engine
American Eagle Wheels
Early Version Alex Sirum Quad bags
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