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Desiccant replacement

Hi folks.  I am finally almost an empty nester again, so I am getting everything ready in order to travel again.  The coach has been garaged in AZ for most of the last 7 years, and I've had zero problems with the air system.  I bought desiccant a few years ago, and it is still good, but  I've never replaced it in my 2002 U270 and am planning on spending time where I may run into moisture (Oregon). 
Can someone give me a little guidance as to the replacement process?  Where do I find the 12 volt fuse to remove the possibility of the compressor coming on while the bowl is removed?  Exactly how do you remove the bowl?  I did a search and didn't find an answer.  Thanks!
 
The selected media item is not currently available.Brad & Christine Slaughter
Was:  1990 U280 36'
Was:  2002 U270 36' (With a bathroom door) Build #5981
Is:  2021 Leisure Travel Van Wonder 24RL
2015 Jeep JKU, 2003 S10 QC 4x4 or 2017 C-Max
Lake Havasu City, AZ (or Gillette, WY)

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #1 –
try this link

Replacing / Reconditioning the Desiccant
2000 U270 34' WTFE Build 5756 "Ole Red"
2014 Honda CRV
Washington, Vermont
Lady Lake, Fl,  Independence, VA
Former owner of 2002 U320, 2003 U320, 2005 U270

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #3 –
Thanks, Michelle.  Now, about the 12 volt fuse location???? 
Edit:  Not the fuse location, but it says "Remove 12 volts at the breaker panel" as well as the obvious fuse.  It is the breaker panel location that I want to be sure of.  I have removed the fuse, and have installed a toggle switch at the compressor, but I know removing the fuse does NOT completely disable the compressor.  If I recall correctly, I had the coach out on the side of the house in an unlevel place WITH the fuse pulled...and the compressor still came on when it was needed...likely the leveling system.  Thus my concern.
The selected media item is not currently available.Brad & Christine Slaughter
Was:  1990 U280 36'
Was:  2002 U270 36' (With a bathroom door) Build #5981
Is:  2021 Leisure Travel Van Wonder 24RL
2015 Jeep JKU, 2003 S10 QC 4x4 or 2017 C-Max
Lake Havasu City, AZ (or Gillette, WY)

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #4 –
Mine is just to the left of the yellow tag in the picture. I unplug both of them that you see
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #5 –
Quote from: rbark –
Mine is just to the left of the yellow tag in the picture. I unplug both of them that you see
My single-slide U270 is set up differently...but I will see if I can find two power plugs on mine on my next trip out there.  Mean time, I grabbed my manual and will try to see if there is good info on the electric diagrams.
The selected media item is not currently available.Brad & Christine Slaughter
Was:  1990 U280 36'
Was:  2002 U270 36' (With a bathroom door) Build #5981
Is:  2021 Leisure Travel Van Wonder 24RL
2015 Jeep JKU, 2003 S10 QC 4x4 or 2017 C-Max
Lake Havasu City, AZ (or Gillette, WY)

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #6 –
Glad you guys are back. Been awhile.

Larry
Larry Warren
1996  U320 36' SBID "Lola" sold 2020
Build #4970
Motorcade #18318
 

Re: Desiccant replacement

Reply #7 –
Quote from: ohsonew –
Glad you guys are back. Been awhile.

Larry
Thanks, Larry!  It sure has been a while.  My Foretravel patiently waited for me!
The selected media item is not currently available.Brad & Christine Slaughter
Was:  1990 U280 36'
Was:  2002 U270 36' (With a bathroom door) Build #5981
Is:  2021 Leisure Travel Van Wonder 24RL
2015 Jeep JKU, 2003 S10 QC 4x4 or 2017 C-Max
Lake Havasu City, AZ (or Gillette, WY)