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Re: help! broken down! Alternator Issues

Reply #150 –
On our 95 the dash voltmeter is as D.J. says..... fluctuates between just below 12 to about 14 depending on the various loads at the time. Headlights, Aux lights, devices plugged in the the 12v power outlets and even the inverter / charger. It has always checked good at the batteries though so as long as you arent dropping much below the 12v on the meter..... probably OK...
Justin & Cathy Byrd
1995 U280 "Old Faithful"
36' Build #4673
C8.3 Cummins
Allison MD3060R 6 speed - retarder
Powertech 10KW  4cyl Kubota

Re: help! broken down! Alternator Issues

Reply #151 –
Quote from: dke1955 –
the "monitor" you mention as far as house batteries are concerned....where is this monitor usually located?  Thanks.

The location may vary from coach to coach, and the "monitor" itself may vary from coach to coach, but it's likely that there are one or more voltage (and perhaps other parameters) monitors somewhere in (or near) the kitchen area. The monitor(s) probably have switches (or buttons) to select different parameters. If you don't have documentation for how to use whatever monitor(s) you have, then you can probably find the information online.
David and Carolyn Osborn
1995 U320C SE 40' Build 4726 Feb 1995
FMCA 147762
Motorcade 17186