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Foretravel Motorhome Forums => Foretravel Tech Talk => Topic started by: Mike on February 12, 2012, 06:32:21 pm

Title: converter\charger
Post by: Mike on February 12, 2012, 06:32:21 pm
does any of you use a progressive dynamics converter?
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: PatC on February 12, 2012, 08:35:44 pm
Yes, a PD9270.  Not a bit of problem with them.  If you have GEL batteries, you will need to contact them about which model to order, or you can put in a jumper to adjust for the proper charge voltage.
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: Mike on February 12, 2012, 08:48:33 pm
thanks for the reply. im thinking about the getting the 80 amp one
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: Bobby Carter on February 12, 2012, 09:43:01 pm
Mike I have the 80 amp no problems so far.
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: Mike on February 12, 2012, 09:49:59 pm
thanks guys ill be ordering one soon
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: Dwayne on February 13, 2012, 09:49:02 pm
Think I have the 70 amp.  Worked fine for nearly a year but mine is plugged in 24/7 and there isn't much ventilation in the bay behind the steps.  I started hearing it making noise though it continued to work.  Call PD, sent it back and they sent me a new one.  So far no problems.  Make sure you get the one with the built-in charge wizard.
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: PatC on February 13, 2012, 10:05:22 pm
Make sure you get the one with the built-in charge wizard.
And make sure you get the proper charge wizard depending on your batteries.  If you get the 9200 series, it is set up for wet cell and AGM, and you have to put a IC jumper in it for GEL batteries if that is what you have.  Their tech service will guide you with the proper instructions.  Got the jumper at Radio Shack.  Hate to send anyone there, cause they don't have a clue, but that is where you can easily get the jumper.  Call their tech service and they are more than happy to help you!!!
Title: Re: converter\charger
Post by: Mike on February 14, 2012, 12:45:51 am
i have a wet cell 8d