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RobH

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  • Birthday 01/03/1946

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    Boating/inland waterways
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    Retired
  • Boat Name
    Sunflower
  • Boat Location
    Southern waterways

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  1. I have replaced two of my isolators because they had failed in the ON position (the key still turned but the circuit remained on even when it was selected "Off"). Try disconnecting one side of the switch (I suggest the output, not the positive feed from the battery). If the lights still work it is a wiring fault and you need to trace cables. If they don't work then the switch has probably failed in the ON position. If you need to replace it get one with a rated capacity well over that of your system, particularly if you have an inverter.
  2. Hello DavidG, Thanks for your response to my question about the failing Travel Power alternator. Yes, I may be interested in your TP alternator. What price are you asking? Is it available now? Pleas email me at robhewison@mac.com or call 07846 259 377. Thanks. Rob H

  3. Thanks, G&F. You are absolutely right. I am from the 'if it ain't broke don't fix' it' school, but of course it's time for professional attention. I am on the Oxford,approaching Upper Heyford and heading south to the Thames. Any suggestions of good electrical contractors down here?
  4. My Travel Power 220 v AV 17A alternator keeps failing. If started from cold it will run (i.e. produce an indicated 220 v) for about 15-20 minutes, this regardless of whether it is totally without load or with a moderate (1 to 2 kW) load. Then the voltage fluctuates for a minute or so before dropping to zero. The green light is (usually, but not always) on when the voltage is at 220, off when not; the red light is never seen. If it is switched on when the engine is hot (so the alternator has been turning but not generating power for several hours) it lasts considerably less time - only 2 to 3 minutes. It until is almost 12 years old, and has been used mostly on a very light load, with very occasional brief periods of moderate or high load. The engine has recorded a little over 8,000 hours. The fan within the power box runs while it is producing voltage, but is stopped when it is not. The alternator drive belt is in good condition and correctly tensioned and the alternator definitely continues to turn when it has failed to produce power. Can anyone give me a clue of where to go from here? Many thanks all. Rob H
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