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« on: October 28, 2016, 06:50:42 PM » |
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I have had my gerbing jacket, gloves & socks for over 15 years. The Gerbings have SAE plugs. I went for a ride yesterday and when I had the jacket's plug connected to the controller the plug began to overheat and but I didn't notice it until about 20 minutes into the ride. I ended up with a small burn on my stomach because the plugs burnt me through a tee shirt.
My question is why did this happen and how can I fix it?
The Jacket & gloves did work as normal and kept me warm.
Thanks
Dan
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ybnorml
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« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2016, 02:14:23 AM » |
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Is this the SAE plug that the controller connects to Dan ?? (SAE plug permanently attached to coat liner)
I know Gerbing "used" to carry a lifetime warranty....not sure now where the company has changed ownership.
Maybe try whatever contact #, email address, or mailing address you have....They may
replace whatever the wiring / plug that has become defective.
*this is just a stab in the dark looking for a remedy, by no means am I an expert*
Altho; I can find chipolte smoked mussels at the drop of a hat !!!
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Andy Cote
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« Reply #2 on: October 29, 2016, 05:05:35 AM » |
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I posted a note on the tech board.
There is a recall in the liner but company has a new owner so not sure how supportive they will be.
The original designer, Gordon Gerbing, has opened a new company and he might be able to help.
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holmes
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« Reply #3 on: October 29, 2016, 06:42:26 AM » |
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DanL
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« Reply #4 on: October 29, 2016, 07:19:07 AM » |
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Thanks all. It is the plug from the controller & and the jacket liner. they really heat up  I have sent an email to the company but so far it is no response. Chris I was thinking of cutting the plugs and replacing them but how would that prevent the new plugs from heating up? Do you think the SAEs are just worn out? Thanks |
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Dan-bury
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« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2016, 04:10:04 PM » |
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A bad connection can cause heat, but usually will draw more amps and blow the fuse. Although most folks have a 30 amp fuse that takes a good short to blow!
As said, you can cut out the bad section and wire in a new one if the rest of the electrics are in good shape.
One a side note,,, If you look to replace the Jacket I have a New Style Gerrbing Jacket liner, I bought at the end of last year, for sale.
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DanL
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« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2016, 06:15:05 PM » |
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and it hasn't blown, that's why I'm a little confused. I did receive a reply from the new owners of Gerbing and they asked me to send them the controller & jacket to be tested & fixed. I'll send them off tomorrow and see when I get them back.  |
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ybnorml
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« Reply #7 on: October 31, 2016, 12:54:31 AM » |
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Hope it's a speedy repair Dan.....
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DanL
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« Reply #8 on: November 01, 2016, 08:02:17 PM » |
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let's hope the weather stays like this until I get my jacket & controller back - FIXED  I really can't complain, how many pieces of electrical gear can last 15+ winters? |
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ybnorml
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« Reply #9 on: November 02, 2016, 01:09:09 AM » |
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That was the reason I purchased my Gerbing heated coat liner Dan...
Paid a little more than some off brand, but in this case "quality" was the deciding factor.
Their 'warrantied for life' claim is hard to pass up.
Hopefully you will receive your heated liner before the weather turns.....
15 years and the company will repair / replace any electrical problems....can't beat it !!!
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holmes
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« Reply #10 on: November 02, 2016, 02:49:11 AM » |
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Thanks all. It is the plug from the controller & and the jacket liner. they really heat up I have sent an email to the company but so far it is no response. Chris I was thinking of cutting the plugs and replacing them but how would that prevent the new plugs from heating up? Do you think the SAEs are just worn out? Thanks Sorry for the delayed reply. Obviously my first choice would be to have the manufacturer fix it under warranty but if they didn't step up then yeah, I'd just cut and splice in new ends to see if that solved the problem. |
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DanL
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« Reply #11 on: November 02, 2016, 07:27:06 PM » |
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and after describing the problem and he confirmed what you other experts said: some broken wires on one side of the connection was causing resistance which in turn caused the plug to overheat. When I said the 15 amp fuse didn't blow, he said that was because the plug was probably designed to only take 4 or 5 amps. I guess that sounds logical but I'm no expert... as you all know |
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