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RV Repair Journal

Photos and straightforward explanations from RV diagnostics, repairs, inspections and maintenance visits throughout Northeast Tennessee.

Air conditioner repair photo 1 on Brinkley fifth wheel in Johnson City, Tennessee

Johnson City, TN · 2026-09-02 · Follow-up needed

GE RV Air Conditioner Diagnosis in Johnson City, TN

After allowing the air conditioner to operate for approximately 20 minutes, Keith measured the compressor’s electrical draw at 5.38 amps, substantially below the manufacturer’s 8.5 RLA specification. Inspection found no debris, obstructions or restricted airflow. However, the capillary tubes were freezing immediately before entering the evaporator coil. The unusually low compressor amperage, freezing at the evaporator inlet and absence of an airflow restriction indicated a sealed-system problem consistent with a low refrigerant charge.

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Electrical repair photo 1 on Pop-up camper in Elizabethton, Tennessee

Elizabethton, TN · 2026-05-20 · Diagnosis only

RV Electrical Miswiring and Converter Diagnosis

Electrical testing showed that the camper had been connected to 240 volts instead of the required 120-volt, 30-amp RV supply. The incorrect voltage damaged the converter. Testing of the remaining 120-volt and 12-volt systems did not reveal additional damage.

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