Replacing Parallax 7355 Converter in 2004 Dutchman Travel Trailer
Question:
Good morning! My daughter purchased a 04 dutchman camper to put on my property for the time being. Long story short, it got plugged into one of my 220 outlets on my shop and the parallax 7355 went up in smoke! This is all new to me and I need some help on purchasing the right replacement part/parts. I tried plugging in the refrigerator straight to a power source and seems that it might have dried that as well unfortunately. Any help is greatly appreciated, thank you.
asked by: William M
Expert Reply:
Bummer! I can help you out. The 220 will fry the circuit breakers and the power converter. Camping trailers are made for 120V power at either 50 amps or 30 amps and have an integrated converter to 12v power for certain components like lights so that they can be utilized in a camping area where there isn't 120v power available.
If just the parallax 7355 needs replaced, then the Replacement Converter for Parallax/Magnetek or WFCO RV Power Centers - 55 Amp # PD4655V is a direct replacement. The Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp # PD4060K is also a direct replacement option that gives you the trim housing as well.
Refrigerators often run on 12v power, but there are 120v options as well. If it runs off 12v and the converter is fried, that likely is the issue. If it runs off 120v which is what it sounds like when you say you plugged it straight into a power source then the surge may have impacted the unit. You can check all wall outlet units with a standard house outlet and extension cord.
If the surge impacted components directly, then the circuit breakers are likely all fried and you'll need to replace them as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Progressive Dynamics 4000 Series RV Converter w/ Charge Wizard and AC/DC Distribution Panel - 60 Amp
- RV Converters
- Smart Charge
- Standard Charge
- 10-3/4L x 7-1/4T Inch
- 12V
- 60 Amps
- Lead Acid
- Lithium
- Progressive Dynamics
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Progressive Dynamics Replacement Section for AC/DC Power Distribution Panel - 55 Amp
- Accessories and Parts
- RV Converters
- Converter Section
- 55 Amp
- Progressive Dynamics
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Progressive Dynamics Replacement Section for AC/DC Power Distribution Panel - 55 Amp
- Shop: Progressive Dynamics 4100 Series RV Converter w/ Charge Wizard and AC/DC Distribution Panel - 35 Amp
- Search Results: water pump
- Search Results: 316
- Search Results: cabinet latch
- Search Results: push latch
- Shop: Optronics License Plate Light w/ Mounting Bracket - Incandescent - Gray Housing - Clear Lens
- Shop: GloLight LED Trailer Utility Tail Light - Tail, Backup - Submersible - 22 Diodes - Oval - Clear Lens
- Shop: Replacement RV Bottom Wardrobe Door Guide
- Shop: Replacement RV Cabinet Strike for JR Products Shur-Latch
- Shop: RV Roof Membrane
- Shop: RV Covers
- Shop: Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16"
- Search Results: amber lens cover
- Search Results: butyle tape
- Search Results: 34~59~012
- Q&A: 1953 Canned Ham 15 ft. Travel Trailer Cover Recommendation
- Video: Review of JR Products RV Locks - Water Heater Lock Tab - 372225
- Q&A: Power Converter Replacement for my Parallax Series 7300 Model 7355
- Q&A: Can You Use The Progressive Dynamics 4655 To Charge Lithium Batteries?
- Q&A: How to Use Lithium Batteries With a PD4060K Converter/Panel That Does Not Have the Li Switch
- Shop: RV Electrical
- Shop: RV Power Cord
- Video: Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center Installation - 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud Travel Trail
- Q&A: What is the Correct Replacement Converter for Parrallax 7300 Model 7355 Converter
- Q&A: Re-Wiring 7-Way RV Style Trailer Side Wiring Connector
- Q&A: Recommended Replacement Converter For A Parallax 7300 Series Power Center
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Gooseneck Hitch