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31 Island Bed AC/DC Converter Question
Yahoo Message Number: 149194
We took delivery of our new 31 IB on the 29th of September.  We took a month to return home to Iowa.  Coach worked great.  Lots of nice improvements over our 2007 RB.

My question is this, I note that the converter fan in my old 2007 ran very seldom and primarily in hot weather.  The converter fan in the new IB runs frequently without regard to ambient temps.  I have noted that it seems to runs most often when we are watching the 32" TV.  I also note that the TV will run on 12 volt only power.

I know that the converter fan will run when the converter in under 'Heavy Load'.  My conclusion is that the TV is a Heavy Load.

My question then, is this a common experience for folks having this equipment configuration?

Thanks,

Ken Hald 31 ' Island Bed

Red Rocket II West Liberty, Iowa
Re: 31 Island Bed AC/DC Converter Question
Reply #1 –
Yahoo Message Number: 149196
My question is this, I note that the converter fan in my old 2007 ran very seldom and primarily in hot weather.  The converter fan in the new IB runs frequently without regard to ambient temps.  I have noted that it seems to runs most often when we are watching the 32" TV.  I also note that the TV will run on 12 volt only power....
 My question then, is this a common experience for folks having this equipment configuration?

Ken

Each converter model is different, some have a fan on almost all the time, other seldom. Many of the high power aftermarket converters have this noisy characteristic.
Checks the power usage on your new TV.
32" LCD TVs use usually consume between 120-150-watts AC (8-14amps @ 12-VDC), depending on manufacturer and model. That's is a fair amount of power for the converter to produce, along with the other 12-VDC electrical power consumers such as interior lights, satellite dish, DVD, etc.

If it really bothers you, other converters will fit, check with Randy at Best Converters for a quieter model.
It only takes an hour or two for a qualified installer to change.  You would also be able to upgrade to a much better converter at the same time.
I doubt if LD will consider your converter's operating noise to be a warranty item.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: 31 Island Bed AC/DC Converter Question
Reply #2 –
Yahoo Message Number: 149201
Shortly after acquiring my LD had Larry install a Best Converter 3 Stage Retrofit kit. Fits in same space as stock converter and is very quiet. If you call Best Converter they can select proper model, size, etc. Just have old converter model and manufacturer info ready. BestConverter - Converters, Inverters, Electrical Supplies, Electronics

Bob 01 23.5 TK with toys...
 
Re: 31 Island Bed AC/DC Converter Question
Reply #3 –
Yahoo Message Number: 149203
Larry,
 I agree it is probably not a warranty issue, at least not for Lazy Daze.  I'll do some research on replacements and see how my experience evolves.

Thank you for your response.

Ken.