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Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 02-25-2023, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,902
Posted By payneo
Thanks! I'll have a look at that. I'm adding a...

Thanks! I'll have a look at that. I'm adding a breaker between the MPPT and Panels this week.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 02-23-2023, 06:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,902
Posted By payneo
Great question Rames14! Yes, the 520 seems to be...

Great question Rames14! Yes, the 520 seems to be for small installs. No, it does not show up in the VRM tab of the app. I was initially confused by this since the portal has the same name, however...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 02-22-2023, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,902
Posted By payneo
For sure Tony! All good stuff. I see you have...

For sure Tony! All good stuff. I see you have the exact same rig as we do. Our sticker says it was completed on 6/2022.

Question for ya: Do you have a 4 watt draw on your batteries - even...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 02-22-2023, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,902
Posted By payneo
Smile Using the Victron GlobalLink 520 ...

Greetings everyone. I thought this would be a good place to post my results after installing the Victron GlobalLink 520 gateway solar monitor.

If you happen to have a Keystone unit that comes...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-22-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,688
Posted By payneo
We bought a 2022 MHC 295RL as our 1st 5th wheel...

We bought a 2022 MHC 295RL as our 1st 5th wheel and our 2nd trailer overall. It was the floorplan that did it for me. Having said that, I'm so so very glad this is my 2nd trailer and learned some...
Forum: Maintenance 02-16-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,599
Posted By payneo
Hey Tony, I think my Giggy box is a bit...

Hey Tony,

I think my Giggy box is a bit different, but it could be mounted upright rather then length wise. You are correct, no hydraulics. And yes the MPPT and SmartShunt is still active. I...
Forum: Maintenance 02-15-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,599
Posted By payneo
Giggy box still drains when in disconnect ...

I'm including a pick of my setup. It's in the front bay of our 2022 HC/295RL. Based on the VictronConnect app and the GlobalLink 520 VRM reports, I have a parasitic draw of 4 watts/hr. There is a...
Forum: Maintenance 02-01-2023, 11:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,599
Posted By payneo
2022 HC 295RL w/ 400i + Giggy box - still drains

I was searching for Giggy box and found this thread.

We have a new 2022 HC 295RL that includes the Inverter disconnect and Giggy box. When I recently stored it I switched the Inverter...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-29-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,283
Posted By payneo
Reseal every 6 months? As someone else who...

Reseal every 6 months? As someone else who replied - this is a dealer SCAM. Wash it at least once/year. Check your roof seals 2x/yr. Other side seams should be inspected every time you take it...
Forum: Internet & Cell Phones 01-23-2023, 06:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,825
Posted By payneo
Excellent find! After seeing your post I turned...

Excellent find! After seeing your post I turned off the Wifi to the Sansui TV and just left the AppleTV have it way with the gateway.

So here is a bit of a telecom company conspiracy note for...
Forum: Internet & Cell Phones 01-21-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,825
Posted By payneo
Cszafrajda - Your post caught my eye, since I too...

Cszafrajda - Your post caught my eye, since I too have been scratching my head seeing this thing burn through my data plan. I installed my own GW-1000, but added the inline switch that came with the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-08-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,683
Posted By payneo
Update to CSW2012-HX not working ...

First off thanks to forum members for giving me some ideas - thank you!

Sharing this for everyone's benefit.

2022 Montana High Country 295RL with 400i SolarFlex + 2x 100Ah DragonFly LifePO4...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-05-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,683
Posted By payneo
Thank you Tony and Donna - Although I tried some...

Thank you Tony and Donna - Although I tried some of your suggestions, you offered up some I should re-check!

FYI - what I've done.
1. Verified the 20A top-hat fuse (push button) on Inverter was...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-05-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,654
Posted By payneo
Smile New 2022 Montana H/C 295RL

Greetings everyone!

This is our first 5th wheel and 2nd trailer, upgrading from a 2017 Coachmen Catalina Legacy 243RBS. We spent 5 seasons with the tow-behind and decided we enjoyed camping...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-05-2023, 07:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,683
Posted By payneo
I do! As a matter of fact, we are 1 week new to a...

I do! As a matter of fact, we are 1 week new to a 2022 295RL. We have two issues that slipped by during initial inspection and what you describe is one of them.

I have AC power to all outlets...
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