2022 Caravel 20FB Converter Question

[Lucky Skunk]

I’m not sure what converter I have. I believe, after what I have read here, that it’s the multistage converter and can handle the lithium upgrade (which I do not have). Can anyone verify this for me with my picture? Is this what is going in the 2023’s? I was a little disappointed when I read about the 2023 upgrades bc I would have wanted that as we plan to boondock a bit and the battery choices, more solar and multistage converter would have been great.

But we are completely in love with our 20FB and have been enjoying making it our own.

Thanks for your input

[Big_Bopper]

Originally Posted by Lucky Skunk

I’m not sure what converter I have. I believe, after what I have read here, that it’s the multistage converter and can handle the lithium upgrade (which I do not have). Can anyone verify this for me with my picture? Is this what is going in the 2023’s? I was a little disappointed when I read about the 2023 upgrades bc I would have wanted that as we plan to boondock a bit and the battery choices, more solar and multistage converter would have been great.

But we are completely in love with our 20FB and have been enjoying making it our own.

Thanks for your inputAttachment 421126

Yes, I believe you do have the lithium compatible converter. I too have a 2022 Caravel 20FB and Changed out the batteries to Battleborn GC2’s. In your picture, there should be a red switch beside the flashing yellow light. Beneath the switch you should see: LI - LA. From the factory it will be set to LA. Switch to LI to change to the Lithium charge profile on the converter.

If you have the solar option, you will also need to change the charge profile setting on the solar charge controller under the bed. There is a rotating switch that’s kinda tricky to get to. I believe you change that to “7” for Lithium charge profile. Check the manuals though. This is all from memory. I also remember that making the change is confirmed with a visual indication from the LED’s on the front panel.

It’s an easy upgrade. I added a Victron smart shunt while I was in there. All very worth it…

Chad

[jeffb831]

That one supports Lithium via a switch. The manual can be found here: https://wfcoelectronics.com/wp-conte...-Manual-RP.pdf

The 2023 trailers introduced a Auto-detect version (AD in the part number) that doesn't require changing anything

[Lucky Skunk]

Ahhh. Thank you both for your replies! Very helpful info- and now I also understand the difference between 22/23 converter.

I do have the solar option and a smart shunt. Definitely like drinking from a fire hose right now.

Happy Travels