Townesw Posted August 4, 2021 Posted August 4, 2021 1. What LP/CO detector is Oliver putting in recent builds? 2. For those that have recently replaced the original Atwood unit with another Atwood unit, did you use the OEM unit, part number 36636, or the retail unit, part number 36681? And what was the date of manufacture on the back of the detector? Bill and Martha 2018 LEII Hull 313 Original owners 3/14/2018 2019 Chevrolet 2500HD Duramax
John E Davies Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 FYI, I added an ON/ OFF switch to my detector, partly in case of nuisance alarms, which hardly every happen, but mainly to eliminate the phantom electrical draw. A side benefit is that it should keep working a lot longer, maybe, perhaps. I flag the compartment when it is switched off, I can’t emphasize enough how critical it is to turn it on and test it before every trip. https://olivertraveltrailers.com/forums/topic/5330-how-to-propane-co-detector-on-off-power-switch/ John Davies Spokane WA 2 1 SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT.
Townesw Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 @John E DaviesIs that your original detector? It’s interesting to note that you have Hull number 218 and your detector was manufactured on March 15, 2016. I have hull number 313 and my detector’s date of manufacture is January 25, 2015. Bill and Martha 2018 LEII Hull 313 Original owners 3/14/2018 2019 Chevrolet 2500HD Duramax
John E Davies Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, Townesw said: @John E DaviesIs that your original detector? It’s interesting to note that you have Hull number 218 and your detector was manufactured on March 15, 2016. I have hull number 313 and my detector’s date of manufacture is January 25, 2015. Yes, that is original. In your shoes I would be a little irritated that they installed an old unit. I bet Oliver does not rotate stock religiously. You put new inventory on the back of the shelf! However, I don’t think sitting in a sealed box will hurt the life span measurably, unless they keep these in a factory location near hull production, where there is a lot of airborne chemicals around….. It is exposure to some solvents that degrades or wrecks the sensor. The actual 7 year service life before it goes into its crippled “end of life” mode is determined by how long it stays powered on, which is why I think killing power to it routinely will perhaps make it function well for a longer time period. It does take three minutes to “boot up” when you turn it on each time. The red light flashes, then goes out after it warms up. John Davies Spokane WA 1 SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT.
dewdev Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 I agree with John. When Oliver has it in stock, it should not effect the life span of the unit. The sensor life (which is what we are talking about) is based on when it is activated and actually sniffing the air. 1 2018 Oliver Elite II, Twin Bed, Hull #354 2024 RAM 1500, 4 x 4; Gas. 5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT Torque; 3.21 rear axle ratio w/TIMBREN spring rear suspension addition Maine
NCeagle Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 Our 2020 Oliver had a detector with a born on date of 2015, and it was giving numerous false alarms, so I opened a ticket and Jason sent me a new one that had a born on date of 2018, which he said is more in line with what it should be. So far so good with the new one. 2 1 2020 Elite II, Hull 688 --- 2021 Silverado 2500HD, 6.6L Duramax Diesel
Ray and Susan Huff Posted August 6, 2021 Posted August 6, 2021 3 hours ago, NCeagle said: Our 2020 Oliver had a detector with a born on date of 2015, and it was giving numerous false alarms, so I opened a ticket and Jason sent me a new one that had a born on date of 2018, which he said is more in line with what it should be. So far so good with the new one. I don't know the "born on date" of the LP/CO monitor in our previous Leisure Travel Van, but the LTV was build in 2016. We had several false alarms before LTV replaced it with a new one. Seems that in 2016, there was a batch of defective Atwood monitors. Perhaps your 2015 model was one of these. Good thing is, these are inexpensive to replace and fairly easy to install. 1 Ray and Susan Huff Elite II Twin "Pearl" - Hull#699; delivered December 7, 2020 2013 F350 6.7l diesel Super Duty 4x4 long bed crew cab 1UP-USA Heavy-duty bike rack 2017 Leisure Travel Van Unity Twin Bed (sold)
Townesw Posted August 6, 2021 Posted August 6, 2021 @Ray and Susan HuffIf you don’t mind look at the back of the detector and see what the “born on” date is and what part number it is. 1 Bill and Martha 2018 LEII Hull 313 Original owners 3/14/2018 2019 Chevrolet 2500HD Duramax
Townesw Posted August 9, 2021 Posted August 9, 2021 I read on the internet (so it has to be true😜) that the Atwood LP/CO detectors aren’t being made anymore so I asked Jason Essary what was being installed in new Olivers. He said they are using RV Safe Alarms now. https://rvsafealarm.com/ Bill and Martha 2018 LEII Hull 313 Original owners 3/14/2018 2019 Chevrolet 2500HD Duramax
John E Davies Posted August 9, 2021 Posted August 9, 2021 52 minutes ago, Townesw said: I read on the internet (so it has to be true😜) that the Atwood LP/CO detectors aren’t being made anymore so I asked Jason Essary what was being installed in new Olivers. He said they are using RV Safe Alarms now. https://rvsafealarm.com/ Hmm, $58 on Amazon, and it uses an adapter plate to cover the big square hole. Five years to end of life, not seven. BTW 2 wire vs 3 wire, the third wire is not used, that is an option for a second battery (backup), the two red wires are connected to each other in (my) Ollie. John Davies Spokane WA SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT.
Wayfinder Posted March 18, 2023 Posted March 18, 2023 My Atwood 36681 RV CM/PL detector has finally failed (faulted) in #110. Looks like I can get the same model from a couple places, from $70 to $120 (eTrailer). I trust eTrailer, not sure about Panther RV Products. https://pantherrvproducts.com/36681/ Also from https://www.rvpartscountry.com/rv-atwood-dual-lp-co-alarm.html Does anyone have another reputable place to find a white replacement. Black is much cheaper (stupid). I love the on/off switch idea @John E Davies, thanks! Thanks, Chris Chris 2016 Legacy Elite II o--o Hull #110 o--o Wayfinder o--o Twin Bed o--o 2020 RAM 1500 Limited 5.7L Augusta, Georgia
Moderators mossemi Posted March 19, 2023 Moderators Posted March 19, 2023 7 hours ago, Wayfinder said: I trust eTrailer, not sure about Panther RV Products. I have had very good success with both of these companies. And I vote for saving money, that way you’ll have some to waste later😁 Mossey 1 Mike and Krunch Lutz, FL 2017 LEII #193 “the dog house”
Rivernerd Posted March 19, 2023 Posted March 19, 2023 17 hours ago, Wayfinder said: Does anyone have another reputable place to find a white replacement. It depends on whether you consider ebay reputable. I have purchased from sellers with multiple 100% positive ratings before, with good results. The $66 price tag would interest me, compared to $124 from etrailer: https://www.ebay.com/itm/144977315480?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1LXuh-QgGSqeAryZhSSnfng90&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=144977315480&targetid=1644837435723&device=c&mktype=&googleloc=9029558&poi=&campaignid=16743749222&mkgroupid=138744546207&rlsatarget=pla-1644837435723&abcId=9300842&merchantid=6296724&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsNjQr5Po_QIVYAWtBh2ZbATpEAQYAiABEgIVePD_BwE 2 Hull #1291 Central Idaho 2022 Elite II Tow Vehicle: 2019 Tundra Double Cab 4x4, 5.7L with tow package
Moderators mossemi Posted March 19, 2023 Moderators Posted March 19, 2023 14 minutes ago, Rivernerd said: It depends on whether you consider ebay reputable. I have purchased from sellers with multiple 100% positive ratings before, with good results. I agree! With Amazon’s supply chain and delivery issues during and post Covid 19, I always go to EBay for a price check. As an example, I purchased a Victron Cerbo GX last December for $80 less than Amazon, with free shipping. Amazon is very easy to do business with, as long as you don’t need to talk with them. But I often save money at EBay. Mossey 3 Mike and Krunch Lutz, FL 2017 LEII #193 “the dog house”
Wayfinder Posted March 31, 2023 Posted March 31, 2023 Well, I put the new CO detector in, and for being the much less expensive color, it totally matches my #110 setup; maybe even better than the white one. 4 Chris 2016 Legacy Elite II o--o Hull #110 o--o Wayfinder o--o Twin Bed o--o 2020 RAM 1500 Limited 5.7L Augusta, Georgia
Moderators topgun2 Posted March 31, 2023 Moderators Posted March 31, 2023 2 hours ago, Wayfinder said: t totally matches my #110 setup; maybe even better than the white one. Sure - but - it will only react to the black propane molecules! 😇 1 1 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC
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