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Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

I am trying to get the ZipDEE awning on my Coach to work (hasnt worked for the previous owner for a while).

Took the 12v compressor off and had it checked .. its running at 95 psi . Gauge at the awning control box is at 22psi. I removed and replaced the regulator and it is still at 22 psi.

Any ideas where to start? is there a solenoid that it goes through that could be bad? not much for schematics but I will look at it again to see if the main feed goes into a manifold of sorts..

Any ideas or help would be appreciated. thanks

Next I think I will run a dedicated awning compressor but if I can figure it out and not adding anything that is what I would like to do if possible

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #1 –
Might check with the awning manufacturer to see what the

recommended pressure in on the operating mechanism.

Could you have a yet to be found pressure regulator?

Carter-

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #2 –
Quote from: Texas Guy –
Might check with the awning manufacturer to see what the

recommended pressure in on the operating mechanism.

Could you have a yet to be found pressure regulator?

Carter-
Book says 90 psi to kick it on but we are no where near that. will have to climb under this thing and get a good look around is what I am thinking.. hope someone has a good idea what it might be

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #3 –
Quote from: DavidS –
I am trying to get the girrard awning on my Coach to work (hasnt worked for the previous owner for a while).

Isn't the air awning on a 2002 a ZipDee, not a Girard?
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #4 –
David, l had the same suggestion as Michelle.....hesitate to post the same thing, she has already said it.

But the 02 commonly had an air powered zip dee or such, not the Girard.  Not to say it is not....but that is different than my experience, limited though it may be, have looked at a number of the 02.  Pretty sure my Girard on the 05 was electric.

And the air awnings often had a second compressor, do not know if after market added but one was not sufficient to split the duties with slides, as I heard it.

Call if in town David,

mike
Mike
2001 U320 4010 Build 5878 (Gus)
Wrangle Unlimited Toad
Nacogdoches

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #5 –
Quote from: Michelle –
Isn't the air awning on a 2002 a ZipDee, not a Girard?
You are correct..lol im getting old faster than I should

and FIXED.. not sure what I was thinking... thank you

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #6 –
Have 02 myself and talked to Jimmy at Zip Dee several times he is great.  I always have 100 # of pressure.  There is a fuse behind the middle of the box.  If not worked in a while this fuse may be blown.  Mine now works fine, but if not opened in while may have to give the back arm a push and then air takes over.  Electric pushes out and air takes it up.  Make sure u have both.  It's a great awning when working and to my knowledge the 02 is the only year for this model. 
Dan & Shirley Stansel
2002 U295 4020 AGDS Build#6054
Towing Buick Enclave & M &  G Braking
Emerald Bay, Lake Palestine, Texas
MC# 16650

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #7 –
Watching... Have not gotten around to addressing the Zip-Dee in-op yet.
I do know that the adjustable? regulator (leaking bad) is kaput on ours and the wires are pulled out on the leading (front) arm. but the electric motor drive is good..
our build # is close to yours.
'02 40' U320t  4010WTFS Build 6036 1 slide
Motorcade # 17841
SKP 151920
Retired truck driver
 5 million miler
Still have itchy feet for travel

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #8 –
I will dig into it a little more.. always something lol

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #9 –
I do have a Girard. It has a heat sensor. If you move it in and out a couple of times, it will stop responding until it cools off.
 
Trent
Trent and Jean Eyler
2000  U295  4003  WTFE  ISC  350
Build#5603 MC#17385

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #10 –
Ok, so I installed a separate compressor for the awning and Tires (basically). After messing with the on/off switch I had the box take in some air and expel through the rear arm( kicked out water) then nothing. nothing moved, just sounded like it took in some air. I was looking at the fuse .. it is sitting flush but doesnt push in or do anything. Is that the fuse that could go out? How would I know if it went out? I get the lights on d5 and d6 I believe and it clicks when you push the remote button. I have 110 psi to the control box but again I get nothing.. Ideas?

check out this compressor kinda cool to say the least and it builds air fast

VIAIR 2 Gal. 12-Volt 150 psi 2ON2 High-Speed Platform-30016 - The Home Depot

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #11 –
Have you called Jimmy at Zip Dee?
Scott & Carol Seibert
2001 42' double slide U320 - Sold
Previous - 2002 36' U320
 

Re: Compressor is at 95psi but Awning is 22psi

Reply #13 –
 ^.^d  Please advise your results.  I also had an additional compressor to power our Zip Dee and Jimmy was instrumental in our operation.  He is all things Aip Dee.
Scott & Carol Seibert
2001 42' double slide U320 - Sold
Previous - 2002 36' U320