entry steps stuck down 96 Southwind

[bap]

i left my entry steps down for a month or so , when i went to take her for a pre season drive the steps would not go up, checked my rocker switch and it waqs bad so i got a replacement and they still will not go up, checked all fuses that in fuse box they are all good, soo now im baffeled and need to move my 96 southwind and cant because of step,s....anyone know how i can get my steps back up..

i would be most greatful for any help,,,,

[CLIFFTALL]

On the attached link on page 11 , it shows a Clevis pin ( #'s 8&9 ). Remove them and steps will fold up. You'll have to secure them so they don't unfold.

http://support.powergearus.com/techdocs/875.pdf

[bap]

thank you so much, i was under there yesterday looking for a manual way to fold them up...

now i wonder what would cause me to lose power to my switch ???

could it be my batteries ??

again thank you very much....

[Lt46]

Yes. I found my steps misbehave when batteries are low. I'd also suggest lubricating all moving parts.

[jettyjock]

I had the same problem and it was just rust. Took it apart and lubed everything and have not had a problem since.

[Clayobx]

Two thoughts, Fleetwood Customer Relations came to our help when we had a similar problem. As Cliff stated the cotter pin was a solution, also there is a 20 amp fuse for the motor, don't know where? Last but not least the magnetic sensors on the screen door and door rubber jamb had been hit and no longer were in contact. So, the steps would not come in. We were driving on the far right lane when we discovered this issue by someone pointing, took a metal key spawned the gap between the magnets and presto steps came in. I have since re-aligned the magnets so this won't occur again. Hope this helps, if the dedicated fuse is found or another member knows where it is on our bus let me know please.

[bap]

thank you all for the help,,,i am getting ready to pull the pin and pull up the steps so i can move her today, i will also look for the fuse and install 2 new coach batteries..

i know my switch went bad because it was loose when i tried to flip it ..

thanks again for all the help...greatfull for you all..

[SarahW]

Be very careful when working on the steps, in case they suddenly decide to work!

[CLIFFTALL]

Originally Posted by SarahW

Be very careful when working on the steps, in case they suddenly decide to work!

Now. That right there is some good advice.

[bap]

i got them up it was easy after i pulled the pin..,,i did not see a fuse under there so if anyone knows where it may be please let us know.., i have no electric going to my switch so that just may be the problem..

thanks again for all the help


wow i was typing when you posted that sarah w,,

i did,nt think about that,,but i do have the switch out as of now anyway,,,,,,great heads up on that one...

[CLIFFTALL]

Please post the fix when you find it.

[bap]

i found the 20amp fuse in the wireing diagram that CLIFFTALL left me on page 4 or 5 ,,cant remember--lol,,,,but it is in between the battery and the steps..,,,,thanks again CLIFFTALL

[CLIFFTALL]

Thanks for updating. Glad you fixed it.

[bap]

you made the job a whole lot easier , im very thankful for all of your help..

you folks are great...----thanks to all...