I know there are a number of threads about this general topic, but they often jump into the middle of specific issues. I have a 2012 Fleet and don't think I have ever gotten any charging from my truck. I now have a Trimetric and it confirms zero amp increase when the truck is running. I've checked this at 70, 80, 90% battery full. Pretty sure the Trimetric is working ok as amps coming in from solar match measurements of solar at roof, and amp measurement at the Trimetric for various things in the camper match some of the usage tables/info provided in the forum. And bottom line, I struggle with my camper batteries when I have many cloudy days in a row, even with my solar.
I'd really appreciate it if someone could describe in layman terms the components, how it is suppose to work, and how I can diagnose my problem.
What I know - alternator in truck, wiring added by FWC that goes to a plug that my camper plugs into, a Sure Power Battery Separator 1314A, and then 2 house batteries. I confirmed the camper is plugged in, and had a battery shop confirm that my batteries are ok. Alternator was replaced several years ago.
I have noticed a few times that my Separator gets really hot, to the point that the top of the battery compartment cover is warm.
Is there a step by step diagnosis I can do of my system? Again, something a laymen can understand??
I'd really appreciate it if someone could describe in layman terms the components, how it is suppose to work, and how I can diagnose my problem.
What I know - alternator in truck, wiring added by FWC that goes to a plug that my camper plugs into, a Sure Power Battery Separator 1314A, and then 2 house batteries. I confirmed the camper is plugged in, and had a battery shop confirm that my batteries are ok. Alternator was replaced several years ago.
I have noticed a few times that my Separator gets really hot, to the point that the top of the battery compartment cover is warm.
Is there a step by step diagnosis I can do of my system? Again, something a laymen can understand??