[C320-list] Freedom 20 failure

[Leonard Hooks]

Eric, also check to see if there are line fuses between the charger and the batteries.  

Not all systems have them but mine does.

Leonard Hooks
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> On Aug 4, 2019, at 5:36 AM, Jeff Smith <jeffreyssmith at live.com> wrote:
> 
> To add to this,
> 
> I had a static discharge from a lightning strike that zapped my charger. I HAD a Newmar 30 amp that has a high output fuse. I spent $30 and seven weeks waiting on this fuse from China. The old fuse was bad; the new fuse was good. Charger did not work.
> 
> I would replace it with a new charger that will extend your battery life. I regret waiting to replace my, for what it is worth.
> 
> Jeff
> ‘94, #121
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> From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> Sent: Saturday, August 3, 2019 9:27:53 PM
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> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Freedom 20 failure
> 
> You need to disconnect the battery and check the output. If you are not getting any output voltage, there are a couple of internal fuses. If they are good, it’s probably time to look for a new charger.
> 
> Best Regards,
> Chris Burti
> Commitment #867
> Farmville, North Carolina
> 
>> On Aug 3, 2019, at 7:26 PM, Eric <ericmick at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Looks like my Freedom 20 has given up the ghost.  The Heart Interface is
>> completely blank and no charge voltage to the batteries.  The A/C is still
>> working while on shore power.  Did not try the inverter (dang).  But since
>> it's original (~25 years) I'm guessing it has had a long life.  Is there
>> any advise on confirming it's dead.
>> 
>> --
>> Eric