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03-08-2023, 08:42 AM #11
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So, I have the Jaboni controller (which research has told me this can be set to lithium, I will do more research to figure that process out)
I have the Magnum Dimensions CSW2012 Inverter (which I believe is good for now)
I cannot find the converter (unless I am looking at it and just do not know it). I have yet to search anywhere other than in front compartment. Any ideas for finding that would be appreciated.2022 Solitude 390RK-R
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03-08-2023, 08:47 AM #12
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The charge controller will likely be a WFCO and if it is mounted like ours, you will need to remove the false wall in the pass thru to access it. So you have a Jaboni (charges only from the solar panel), Inverter (converts 12v to 110v), and the WFCO or equivalent (charges batteries when connected to shore power). Picture below is where mine was located.
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03-18-2023, 03:15 PM #13
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Some lithium batteries, mine are from Renogy, come with bluetooth capabilities so a monitoring system isn't required. Just download the applicable app and you can view all the battery stats on your phone, current charge/discharge. Time remaining till charged/discharged, amp/hrs remaining etc..
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03-18-2023, 03:24 PM #14
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On another note, my existing WACO charger is able to keep our 2-100 amp lithium batteries charged to approx 96% so changing you controller isn't really needed.
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03-18-2023, 06:19 PM #15
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i think you mean WFCO. those have a well deserved reputation for not switching modes. usually they are stuck @13.6. if so, they will NEVER get the batteries close to full in a camping situation. in a storage situation given enough time (days/weeks) it could get close.
if your WFCO is a rare one that is stuck @14.8 it could get to full but, that is a little high to float them at.
basically. WFCOs are junk. they rarely charge at the proper voltage. the one thing they have going for them is reliability. they are reliable, just reliably bad.
that is likely why the rv industry uses them...no warranty claims.Last edited by huntindog; 03-18-2023 at 06:24 PM.
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