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Capnsteve60 · 07-19-2017, 06:28 AM

I'm having a few issues that might be common or pilot error. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

1. Black tank monitor appears to be stuck on 3 lights even after dumping.
2. Awning doesn't deploy and retract without coaxing.
3. Ice maker won't fill. Confirmed water to plastic supply line and arm is in correct position.

I can take it in for warranty, just wondering if I'm missing something easy. Thanks!

LarrytheBear · 07-19-2017, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Capnsteve60

I'm having a few issues that might be common or pilot error. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

1. Black tank monitor appears to be stuck on 3 lights even after dumping.
2. Awning doesn't deploy and retract without coaxing.
3. Ice maker won't fill. Confirmed water to plastic supply line and arm is in correct position.

I can take it in for warranty, just wondering if I'm missing something easy. Thanks!

The black tank monitor problem could just be debris caught on the sensor. This is a common problem with most tank sensors. A generous amount of dish soap and a tank 3/4 full with a drive around could help. Or you could try a wand attachment down the commode with high pressure.

The awning problem could be a loose wire. Not enough power getting through. Hard to say.

Has the ice maker ever worked? Is the valve to the supply line open? You may find a valve behind the refer access panel on the outside.

Capnsteve60 · 07-19-2017, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by LarrytheBear

The black tank monitor problem could just be debris caught on the sensor. This is a common problem with most tank sensors. A generous amount of dish soap and a tank 3/4 full with a drive around could help. Or you could try a wand attachment down the commode with high pressure.

The awning problem could be a loose wire. Not enough power getting through. Hard to say.

Has the ice maker ever worked? Is the valve to the supply line open? You may find a valve behind the refer access panel on the outside.

Thanks for the advice! All seem reasonable fixes, easy to check. The ice maker has never worked. It is a residential fridge, so I'm not sure about the outside access, but I will check it out. The awning switch is wired backward (retract is extend, etc.) so the loose wire sounds highly possible. Easy to check. Also good advice on tank monitor. Thanks again!

CampFire Junkies · 07-19-2017, 07:47 AM

I had to have my awning motor replaced on our 2013 Thor Citation. We bought used with extended warranty. Our service company said that this motor has been replaced a lot...

Capnsteve60 · 07-19-2017, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Our BENZ Life

I had to have my awning motor replaced on our 2013 Thor Citation. We bought used with extended warranty. Our service company said that this motor has been replaced a lot...

Interesting. I guess I'd better get a dealer to look at it, then. Thank you!

JONWisconsin · 07-19-2017, 12:12 PM

I don't know about the other issues but the sensors are a joke unless they are of the ones that work from the outside. I have three different units of different brands and these sensors are not accurate. If you don't believe me, visit any RV Forum and search for sensors/monitors and you will see how common is this problem.

ThePowells · 07-19-2017, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Capnsteve60

I'm having a few issues that might be common or pilot error. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

1. Black tank monitor appears to be stuck on 3 lights even after dumping. Constant issue among all factory installed sensors. You may need to perform the cleaning routine. There are several aftermarket sources for replacements if you want to do a google search.
2. Awning doesn't deploy and retract without coaxing. Define "coaxing" To me that can be verbal persuasion, soft hands pressure, hard hands, all the way up to an impact weapon (small ball peen, chisel, crowbar, and / or 8 lb sledge hammer). I don't think a taser, OC spray, or Glock will perform particularly well for this task.
3. Ice maker won't fill. Confirmed water to plastic supply line and arm is in correct position. If it has a residential fridge, trace back the supply line from the entry into the fridge. My supply valve was in the compartment under the fridge. I had to remove a drawer under under the fridge to get to it.

I can take it in for warranty, just wondering if I'm missing something easy. Thanks!

Jerry