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davlin · 05-30-2015, 04:35 PM

First let me say that despite what the TM wiring diagram says, the break away wiring is NOT 12 gauge. It is 16 gauge. That means I was running the 30 amp electric jack off of 16 gauge wiring. Problem.

Second. A new thought came to me. Even if the battery fuse was blown, why wasn't the refrigerator running off of DC power from the TV? Because F150's with factory tow packages come with a "fuse/relay kit" which must be installed in the fuse box in order for the battery charge portion of the 7-pin connector to work. I bought my F150 certified pre-owned. I guess the original owner never towed, and threw away the kit. With that problem solved, plus now having the propane option available, I should be in good shape refrigerator-wise on the next trip.

Dave

05-30-2015, 04:35 PM	#39
davlin TrailManor Master Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Central Texas Posts: 489	Update #5 - In which another problem is discovered. First let me say that despite what the TM wiring diagram says, the break away wiring is NOT 12 gauge. It is 16 gauge. That means I was running the 30 amp electric jack off of 16 gauge wiring. Problem. Second. A new thought came to me. Even if the battery fuse was blown, why wasn't the refrigerator running off of DC power from the TV? Because F150's with factory tow packages come with a "fuse/relay kit" which must be installed in the fuse box in order for the battery charge portion of the 7-pin connector to work. I bought my F150 certified pre-owned. I guess the original owner never towed, and threw away the kit. With that problem solved, plus now having the propane option available, I should be in good shape refrigerator-wise on the next trip. Dave