2021 Cougar 22RBS Power Distribution

[Cimriver]

Can anyone tell me what the model number of the power distribution panel the 2021 22RBS has in it?

Thanks

[wiredgeorge]

Originally Posted by Cimriver

Can anyone tell me what the model number of the power distribution panel the 2021 22RBS has in it?

Thanks

I think the easiest way to find out would be to open the door on the thing and take a look. You might also find this info on your camper's build sheet which is likely taped inside a cabinet door or the like. Your panel was likely made by WFCO and guessing you have a WF-8500 or WF-8700 series unit. You can probably also figure it out from the WFCO website if that is the brand being installed by Keystone these days. https://wfcoelectronics.com/ - Their customer support is supposed to be pretty good.

[Cimriver]

Originally Posted by wiredgeorge

I think the easiest way to find out would be to open the door on the thing and take a look.

Thanks for your response.

That probably would be a swell idea if I had a 22RBS, but unfortunately it's gonna be a couple weeks.

I will check out the model numbers you suggested, but if someone knows the model in one recently received I would appreciate knowing it.

Thanks

[chuckster57]

Can I ask why you need the information?

[Cimriver]

Originally Posted by chuckster57

Can I ask why you need the information?

Sure. I am exploring the idea of installing a solar/inverter/battery upgrade on the 22RBS and need a better understanding of the distribution system and how it is currently wired. I thought a look at the manual might be helpful.

[LHaven]

The major difference between the WFCO model numbers is the power of the converter, as far as charging the battery and/or running the DC devices off shore power. Other than that, the structure and distribution paths are pretty much the same, as far as I know.

[JRTJH]

Originally Posted by Cimriver

Sure. I am exploring the idea of installing a solar/inverter/battery upgrade on the 22RBS and need a better understanding of the distribution system and how it is currently wired. I thought a look at the manual might be helpful.

No matter what brand power center is installed, the wiring and installation will be the same. There's no significant difference between the "wiring/connections" on a Progressive power center, a WFCO power center or any other brand....

Just as there's no significant difference between a S&B house wiring based on whether it has a Square D or a Westinghouse or a GE circuit breaker box, there's no difference in RV's either.

What you are looking for is how the solar system "INTERFACES WITH" the power center, not the brand of power center.

You can download any of the WFCO power center brochures/owner's manuals here: https://wfcoelectronics.com/product-downloads/

[ChuckS]

Regardless of the power panel model the basic wiring for the DC side is..
.. converter wired to BUS Bars on power center
.. battery wired to same BUS Bars on power center

Converter types for (East)…
https://www.trekwood.com/parts-searc...23+%2F+Keyword

Converter types for (West)…
https://www.trekwood.com/parts-searc...23+%2F+Keyword

[Cimriver]

Originally Posted by ChuckS

Regardless of the power panel model the basic wiring for the DC side is..
.. converter wired to BUS Bars on power center
.. battery wired to same BUS Bars on power center

Converter types for (East)…
https://www.trekwood.com/parts-searc...23+%2F+Keyword

Converter types for (West)…
https://www.trekwood.com/parts-searc...23+%2F+Keyword

Thank you. That is exactly what I needed.