12 fuse identification

rovinredneck · 01-14-2012, 02:56 PM

I have blown a 12 dc fuse and can't seem to figure out which one. I've found the fuse box under the hood but no diagram as to what powers what. I have a 2002 Four Winds chateau 31S. Any help will be appreciated.
Dan

sdennislee · 01-14-2012, 04:01 PM

Do you have a continuity tester? You can check the fuses in place to see which is blown.

For glass fuses touch each metal end with the continuity probes. FOr blade fuses touch the 2 small metal points on the backside of the fuse, there will be one on each side of the fuse label.

Sure beats pulling each fuse.

I like this style because it has points on each probe, makes it easier to check blade tyoe fuses without pulling them.

Amazon.com: Gardner Bender ET6207 Heavy Duty Voltage-Continuity Tester, 80-480 Volt AC and DC, (Pack of 5): Industrial & Scientific

rovinredneck · 01-15-2012, 09:27 AM

Thanks for your help! All the fuses I can find are on a block under the hood on the driver's side. They all check ok. I still can't find anything that resembles another fuse panel, 12v or 110v. I think I'm gettin' too old for this!

YC1 · 01-15-2012, 09:36 AM

What is NOT working?

You should have a coach converter that charges the batteries and probably a built in fuse panel. Look for a metal panel with a couple of plastic turn devices to open the door. There are many different types and they like to hide them. The front is probably 12 inches wide and from top to bottom 8-10 inches. They only protrude about 1/2 inch.

I do not know anything about your particular rv so hopefully someone that does will lead you to it.

rovinredneck · 01-15-2012, 10:11 AM

Thank you all! I found the fuse panel...on the passenger side of the bed near the floor! (the only place I didn't look) I found a 15amp fuse blown, replaced it, and now i have light!! Thanks again for all the responses.

Dan