2014 sunset trail 32bh wiring

[Chris1981]

I have tried all of these... no luck.

[dagst1]

Hate to say it but if you have tried everything maybe its time to call an electrician. If you do find a solution please post on here as it may help someone in the future.

[Chris1981]

Yes I think your right. Thank you everyone for your help.

[RRoy]

I recently bought a 2013 Sunset Trail 31FR and I have a similar issue. I'm getting 80V at the fireplace plug. All the breakers are good, and the wiring behind the main switch panel looks good. Hot water is working on electric. Have you found the problem?

[Lloyd]

Has anybody checked to see what gauge wire they used for the fireplace receptacle?.

[RRoy]

I pulled the receptacle from the wall and the wires are look like they're 14G. Voltage directly on the feeder wire is also 80V so it isn't the receptacle. I read on another post that there is a 12V relay and 120V feed in a 4x4x2 electrical box hiding somewhere that feeds the fireplace plug. I'm not sure if this is true or not, as I haven't been able to locate said box.

Thanks,
Rob

[Yakherder]

Found a little info on line which states:
What causes voltage drop in wiring?

"Resistance between the voltage source and the load causes a voltage drop in wiring. A poor connection, corrosion, the type of wire being used, the diameter or gauge of the wire, and the distance between the source and the load can all cause resistance in wiring."

When I replaced the coroplast on the trailer belly I had a chance to check the wiring on the inside. I was a mess. Wires are not secured anywhere except at their connections. I found a number of wires that were rubbed quite badly and some that had already shorted out. And, ouch, I got a 12v jolt while running my hand along some of them where the wire was exposed. I replaced the damaged ones and secured them in split tubing.

That said, I think you may have a problem either at the connections in the outlet or somewhere along the line run. If its the outlet that should be an easy fix. If its under the floor, you will have a bit of work on your hands.

An electrician may be the route to go if it's not your junction box. They have ways of checking for broken wires that may identify where the problem is.

[Chris1981]

Originally Posted by RRoy

I recently bought a 2013 Sunset Trail 31FR and I have a similar issue. I'm getting 80V at the fireplace plug. All the breakers are good, and the wiring behind the main switch panel looks good. Hot water is working on electric. Have you found the problem?

I actually did figure it out tonight and was just about to post it. I found an inline fuse behind the switch panel blown. The fuse was a 5 amp automotive type fuse and was tucked down into the wall. I replace it and the fireplace works prefect again.

[Chris1981]

Thanks everyone for all the help. Greatly appreciated.

[RRoy]

Thanks for the info. Fingers crossed that's my problem too. I'll have a look on the weekend and report back.

Thanks again,
Rob

[Yakherder]

Great to hear that the problem is fixed.

Where is that fuse actually located. Is it behind the panel that contains all the switches for awning, lights, water pump, slide, etc. or is it behind the plug in for the fireplace. Nice to know where all these things are hidden for future reference.

[Chris1981]

It’s located behind the switch’s for the lights and awning and other stuff. The inline fuse was tucked down between the wall and the cabinet.

[Oliver]

Originally Posted by Chris1981

It’s located behind the switch’s for the lights and awning and other stuff. The inline fuse was tucked down between the wall and the cabinet.

Thanks for the information, it is appreciated

[Lloyd]

Originally Posted by Chris1981

I actually did figure it out tonight and was just about to post it. I found an inline fuse behind the switch panel blown. The fuse was a 5 amp automotive type fuse and was tucked down into the wall. I replace it and the fireplace works prefect again.

Glad you found your problem, and thanks for reporting back.

[RRoy]

I replaced the blown 5 amp fuse and problem solved. Thanks Chris1981!

Rob