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bad solenoid in compressor bay? 09 Newell
#1

This morning we lost pressure and I got locked out of the coach. I called and got instructions on how to vent the door and manually open it. Before doing that, I had the wife start the engine and when the pressure came up, I was able to get in.
I did some looking and didn't find any leaks. After 4 or 5 uses of the door the small compressor started up. There is a solenoid on the wall above that is bleeding air until the engine compressor hits 120, then it stops, and the compressor stops.

I can't figure out how to send a picture, unfortunately. I can send it in an email...


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Dave Head & Megan Westbrook
2009 Newell 46' Custom #1261
former Foretravel guru, 93 U280, 95 U320C
Titusville FL  (The Great Outdoors)
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#2

I believe that solenoid is supposed to unload the pressure after the compressor stops. But first are you sure it is leaking at the solenoid or at the water trap it is connected to? The gasket holding the clear plastic can sometimes leak or the clear plastic can crack.

Forest & Cindy Olivier
1987 log cabin
2011 Roadtrek C210P
PO 1999 Foretravel 36'
1998 Newell 45' #486 

1993 Newell 39' #337 
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#3

It was definitely the solenoid outlet. I did unscrew and then tighten the water trap next to it. I gave the solenoid a 90 degree twist. Part of the problem was the cold, but it appears to have resolved itself.

Dave Head & Megan Westbrook
2009 Newell 46' Custom #1261
former Foretravel guru, 93 U280, 95 U320C
Titusville FL  (The Great Outdoors)
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#4

It could have been a bit of water frozen holding it open if it's cold enough. Or a bit of trash.
Glad it's resolved!

Forest & Cindy Olivier
1987 log cabin
2011 Roadtrek C210P
PO 1999 Foretravel 36'
1998 Newell 45' #486 

1993 Newell 39' #337 
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