{"id":15669,"date":"2023-04-05T12:45:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T16:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/?p=15669"},"modified":"2023-11-15T05:59:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T10:59:47","slug":"rv-converter-not-charging-battery-troubleshooting-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/","title":{"rendered":"RV Converter Not Charging Battery: Troubleshooting Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An <strong>RV converter not charging battery<\/strong> can be a frustrating problem. Since the converter plays a significant role in running the onboard electrical system, it has worked fine to supply continuous energy for the batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like any electrical component, an RV converter can have various issues and may stop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-charge-a-deep-cycle-battery\/\">charging the battery<\/a>. If that happens, it is best to troubleshoot the problem before assuming that the converter is bad. Often, there is an easy fix without much cost to get your converter up and running again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-66152d118ddc3\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-66152d118ddc3\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-66152d118ddc3\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#RV_Converter_Not_Charging_Battery_Troubleshooting_Issues\" title=\"RV Converter Not Charging Battery: Troubleshooting Issues\">RV Converter Not Charging Battery: Troubleshooting Issues<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Rusty_battery_connections\" title=\"Rusty battery connections\">Rusty battery connections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#The_battery_cannot_hold_a_charge\" title=\"The battery cannot hold a charge\">The battery cannot hold a charge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Converters_cooling_fan_failure\" title=\"Converter&#8217;s cooling fan failure\">Converter&#8217;s cooling fan failure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Converters_thermal_sensor_malfunctioning\" title=\"Converter\u2019s thermal sensor malfunctioning\">Converter\u2019s thermal sensor malfunctioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Problems_in_the_circuit_board\" title=\"Problems in the circuit board\">Problems in the circuit board<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Problems_with_the_shore_power_source\" title=\"Problems with the shore power source\">Problems with the shore power source<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/rv-converter-not-charging-battery\/#Related_Reviews\" title=\"Related Reviews\">Related Reviews<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"rv-converter-not-charging-battery-troubleshooting-issues\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RV_Converter_Not_Charging_Battery_Troubleshooting_Issues\"><\/span><strong>RV Converter Not Charging Battery: Troubleshooting Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diagnosing the list of problems, you should check out whether the converter is working or not. A healthy converter should display a 110 to 130 voltage reading when checked with a multimeter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the reading is lower or higher than the standard figures, you should call a technician or replace the converter with a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing unusual in the reading means you need to check a few things to figure out the problems and resolve them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rusty-battery-connections\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rusty_battery_connections\"><\/span><strong>Rusty battery connections<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>RV converter not charging battery<\/strong> could happen because of corrosion on the battery posts and connections. The good news is that this problem can often be fixed with a bit of cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disconnect the battery clamps from the terminals. Use a wire brush to clean off any greenish or white corrosion on the connectors. Be careful not to leave behind a single spot of rust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the corrosion is gone, mix some toothpaste and baking soda until it forms a paste. Apply this paste to the connectors and let it sit for a few minutes. Then use a wire brush or sandpaper to scrub it off. Rinse off any residue with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reattach the cables and test the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-reviews\/\">RV battery<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals-768x511.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corroded-battery-terminals-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-15673 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Rusty battery terminals\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\">Rusty battery terminals.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-battery-cannot-hold-a-charge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_battery_cannot_hold_a_charge\"><\/span><strong>The battery cannot hold a charge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The charging issue could stem from an old or defective battery losing the capacity to hold a charge. In that case, even if the converter supplies power, the battery appears drained after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To check if this is the issue, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-charge-a-deep-cycle-battery\/\">charge the battery unit with a charger<\/a> for several hours and then disconnect the power line. Check the voltage after one hour with a multimeter or voltage meter. A lower voltage reading means that the battery unit struggles with holding the charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The solution to the problem is diagnosing the battery with an expert technician. If they cannot fix it, you have to buy a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"converter-s-cooling-fan-failure\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Converters_cooling_fan_failure\"><\/span><strong>Converter&#8217;s cooling fan failure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A non-functional cooling fan can damage the converter&#8217;s internal components by overheating. You can probably spot or smell signs of burned-out wires if this happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out if the cooling fan is the culprit, attach a multimeter to its power source to check if it&#8217;s receiving sufficient electricity. If the fan is faulty, you will need to replace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"converter-s-thermal-sensor-malfunctioning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Converters_thermal_sensor_malfunctioning\"><\/span><strong>Converter\u2019s thermal sensor malfunctioning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason for the <strong>RV converter not charging battery<\/strong> is a faulty thermal sensor. If the cooling fan receives an adequate power supply, the thermal sensor could be the reason for the overheating problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only solution here is to change the sensor with an exact replacement. However, it could be more complicated than changing a cooling fan, so taking professional help might be the right thing to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"problems-in-the-circuit-board\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problems_in_the_circuit_board\"><\/span><strong>Problems in the circuit board<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The converter problem can happen due to a fault in the circuits. A blown fuse or a tripped breaker is a common side-effect of a power surge. Double-check each component in the circuit board to detect the faulty one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s really easy to change a blown fuse. However, if it&#8217;s a damaged circuit breaker, you will need to replace it and rewire the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>RV converter not charging battery<\/strong> could also happen due to an outdated panel box. If this is the case, replace it with an upgraded model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"problems-with-the-shore-power-source\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problems_with_the_shore_power_source\"><\/span><strong>Problems with the shore power source<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your RV converter isn&#8217;t charging your battery, it might be because of a shore power problem. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-converter-reviews\/\">RV converter<\/a> should begin charging the battery when you plug your RV into the campsite&#8217;s electrical outlet. If it doesn&#8217;t, there might be something wrong with the outlet or with the wiring in your RV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing to check is the outlet. Ensure that it&#8217;s plugged in and that the switch is turned on. Plug a device into the outlet to see if it gets the power supply. If it does, the problem could be with your RV&#8217;s wiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A damaged outlet or bent prong can impede the normal flow of electricity. In that case, you inform the campsite&#8217;s management staff about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If everything looks good at the outlet, you might have a problem with your RV&#8217;s wiring. 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Since the converter plays a significant role in running the onboard electrical system, it has worked fine to supply continuous energy for the batteries. Like any electrical component, an RV converter can have various issues and may stop charging the battery. If that happens, it is best to troubleshoot the problem before assuming that the converter is bad. Often, there is an easy fix without much cost to get your converter up and running again. 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