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battery turn off switch
I'm replacing the water pump on my 2016 MB.  I'm pulling out the converter for access.  When I go to the battery compartment and turn off the power switch, which has always cut off power to the coach before, it doesn't work.  I still have power to the coach.   Is the switch bad?   I assume trying to do this water pump exchange with the power on is not wise...   The switch feels normal.


Found what appears to be replacement - a Waytek brand.    Frank
plan B - 2023 Travato
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #1 –
Frank to clarify, you are turning off the battery power switch but inside the coach you still have battery operated devices (dc12 appliances and plugs) working)? Or are you saying the 120 power is on but the 12v is off?

You could just pull the fuse for the pump.

Using a device like a multimeter to measure the power right at the pump wiring is the best way to know the pump does not have power.

Jane

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Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #2 –
The 12 volt system within the coach remains on.  I'm not plugged in so don't know about 110.   I just turned it on when leaving storage to bring it home.   In storage it was off and turned on ok there.   When I got home it would not turn off again.
plan B - 2023 Travato
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #3 –
Do you have solar providing power to the batteries from a solar converter?  If so, you need to pull the fuse for it as well.  Mine is located inside my converter box.

Mike S.
'06 30' TB Anniversary Edition
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #4 –
yes, I'm in bright sun so the battery turn off switch is likely working but  solar is continuing to work the lights and radio... got it.   thanks!
plan B - 2023 Travato
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #5 –
Speaking of battery shut off switches, I just received one from Lazy Daze (same as in the photos below) which I will install soon. What do I need to shut off to attach the two cables? I have solar. Thanks to Steve Kocan for the photos.

Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #6 –
Chris,

I sent you a PM with the pics of page 37 & 38 from my ‘15 manual. These pages cover important details on the coach batteries.

In regards to the cut off switch and power still available to the house 12 volt system, the manual states that the cut off switch will not disable/cut power from the solar panels. They will need to be switched off at the breaker panel otherwise power is still being supplied to those 12 volt outlets.

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #7 –
Quote from: Kent Heckethorn  - 
Chris,

I sent you a PM with the pics of page 37 & 38 from my ‘15 manual. These pages cover important details on the coach batteries.

In regards to the cut off switch and power still available to the house 12 volt system, the manual states that the cut off switch will not disable/cut power from the solar panels. They will need to be switched off at the breaker panel otherwise power is still being supplied to those 12 volt outlets.

Kent
Thanks, Kent. Guess I could have looked at my manual, too. I forget how complete the LD manual is. 

Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
 
Re: battery turn off switch
Reply #8 –
Like no other, right? No wonder it’s such a closely guarded secret. Family and friends only need apply. 😎

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"