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HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Sorry but I'm so frustrated with this system, nothing but problems even after FOT replaced the bladder a few months ago.

I need to move from my site ASAP. I went to operate bladder key, the yellow lamp just keeps on blinking.

Checked Aux compressor, it was running, other pressures seem to be OK

Any help will be appreciated, I'm at a loss here and I need to move!

Is there a bypass i can use till i get back to FOT

Thanks, Paul

Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #1 –
Update I let it sit for a bit, shut engine down, tried the 110/220 bypass switch i saw somewhere else on the forum, the light is still blinking, and I can't operate the slide.

Something to be said for no slides, that's for sure!

I'm really screwed here, i need to move for work, so I'm putting out my distress flare!

Thanks, Paul
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #2 –
Where are you? Perchance there is a 'Fred & Florence Nightingale' camped close by.  ^.^d
1993 U-240 "La Villa Grande"..CAT 3116 w/ Pacbrake PRXB...Allison 3060 6-speed..
Previous: 1983 Airstream 310 turbo diesel, 1979 Airstream 280 turbo diesel
                                      Build # 4297
                                      PNW natives
                      Home base:  'Cactus Hug' (Ajo, Arizona)
                        DW Judy & Chet the wonder dog
                        Full-Timers 'Sailing the asphalt sea'

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #3 –
One more, Is there a service hotline number that anyone knows about?

If so please let me know

I need to walk away, and gather myself, maybe a beer will help!

Thanks again, Paul
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #4 –
Quote from: mike leary –
Where are you? Perchance there is a 'Fred & Florence Nightengale' camped close by.  ^.^d
Sorry, I don't know who these folks are?

We're in Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #5 –
I recently had this same problem.  Compressor was running but not building up enough air to operate the vacuum generator for seal. I also had an air leak in one of the side regulators.  Check the equipment bay for air leaks. If one or both of the regulators are leaking, turn off the air valve to the slide control to let the compressor build up pressure in the slide air tank. If/when the air compressor cycles off, turn on one slide air valve and close that slide. Repeat for other slides.  Ultimate solution was to replace compressor and one regulator.

When I first had the coach I had a hose leak.
Steve DeLange
2005 U320T 40'
Pearland, Texas

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #6 –
FOT has a 24/7 tech support line for Motorcade members.
Tom Lang K6PG (originally  KC6UEC)
and Diane Lang
2003 38 U295 build 6209
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Ecodiesel
still have tow-ready 2006 Acura MDX 
Temple City, California
Motorcade 16681 California Chapter President
SKP 16663 member of SKP Park of the Sierra, Coarsegold California
FMCA F071251
Retired electrical and electronic engineer

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #8 –
Good one, thanks, i'll need to check this!

Paul
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #10 –
Motorcader?
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #11 –
I think this is the number (936) 556-0398
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #12 –
It sounds like you are not getting a vacuum and I know there a a bypass for it but my year 01 did not require it. The bypass 110-20 is so the transmission will go I o gear not a bypass for he slide room.
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #13 –
Quote from: Tom Lang –
FOT has a 24/7 tech support line for Motorcade members.
Thanks I'm a motorcade member, once I called them, I had an answer in 5 minutes to bypass (jumper out the cable leading to the Pressure switch) (2 orange Wires) which allowed me to put the slide in, and travel down the road.

I double checked the perimeter of the slide with a flashlight to make sure it was completely deflated (as best I could).

So they said it's probably a bad pressure switch, Which should be an easy fix.

I guess I need to develop a list of bypass procedures, as I've need these a few times so far. Maybe a trip to Iowa is best direct to the Leveling system manufacturer. I've had travel mode issues, slide issues, aux compressor issues. This whole system needs to be evaluated and corrections made as I depend on this coach for my living.

Thanks all the input from everyone! I truly appreciate it.

Paul
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #14 –
Quote from: John S –
It sounds like you are not getting a vacuum and I know there a a bypass for it but my year 01 did not require it. The bypass 110-20 is so the transmission will go I o gear not a bypass for he slide room.
Thanks I've has that issue too!
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #15 –
Quote from: rbark –
Motorcader?
The Emergency line for the Motorcade club is (936) 556-0398
Prior 2003 U295  40ft  400Hp -Sold
2020 F350 Tremor - Sold
2021 Bundutec Roadrunner - Sold
2017 Airstream Classic - Sold that POS
2017 F250 - Sold
2019 Sprinter Van - Sold
2022 Winnebago Revel 4x4


Army Airborne Vet.

Re: HOT We're stuck AGAIN! Bladder lamp won't go steady

Reply #16 –
If compressor is not running, there is a 40amp compressor breaker.
Steve DeLange
2005 U320T 40'
Pearland, Texas