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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-15-2017, 11:31 PM
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Posted By rbryan4
MC4s are a common weatherproof connector for...

MC4s are a common weatherproof connector for solar panels. The best location for such a connector is near the panel, so that it's easier to replace the panel if necessary. No need to pull any wiring...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-15-2017, 06:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
That's a nice find. Waterproof too.

That's a nice find. Waterproof too.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-15-2017, 04:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
You can disconnect the panel from the controller...

You can disconnect the panel from the controller on the factory install by simply disconnecting the panel via the MC4 connector on the roof. If the trailer isn't covered, wrap the connector ends with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-15-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
Probably not. It's a permanent install in the...

Probably not. It's a permanent install in the cabinet face. I think your best bet (since you intend to pull the batteries anyway) is to just do that and hook them uo to a battery tender. Easy and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-01-2017, 01:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
My trailer is in enclosed storage as well. I've...

My trailer is in enclosed storage as well. I've never pulled the batteries or disconnected the panel either. Similar to what Karen mentioned, the batteries do deplete somewhat if it's been awhile...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-30-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
Lol, sounds like it right? it's hard for me to...

Lol, sounds like it right? it's hard for me to relate, since any frozen precipitation is a 'once every twenty years' event around here. I see no reason why you can't remove them, as long as you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-30-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
I totally agree that disconnecting the MC4...

I totally agree that disconnecting the MC4 connector near the panel is much easier. If you really insist on removing the batteries, I would disconnect the panel via the MC4 connector first. As Greg...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-30-2017, 12:23 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
That's right. The solar charge controller is not...

That's right. The solar charge controller is not wired to the battery isolator. That's to isolate battery power from the components that consume it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-29-2017, 09:20 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,780
Posted By rbryan4
I'm curious as to why you removed the batteries....

I'm curious as to why you removed the batteries. They are maintained by the solar charger all winter, and should be fine, no?

Now that you've removed them, you'll probably need to disconnect the...
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