Current reversed on compressor spike controller

[sanddrag]

Try a new pwm cable and a new port on the rc (with code changed for that port). Also, if you can get your hands on an older Spike try that. We had problems with the 2005 ones too (not working, oscillating, etc).

[mechanicalbrain]

Originally Posted by sanddrag

Try a new pwm cable and a new port on the rc (with code changed for that port). Also, if you can get your hands on an older Spike try that. We had problems with the 2005 ones too (not working, oscillating, etc).

We tried 3 diferent spikes (including older ones) , 4 pwm wires, and a number of ports. Im pretty frustrated! The light was a steady orange the entire time. I doupt it could be the code since it gave out on us while we were using it... One thing im going to try is to solder on sewing needles onto a PWM to make sure we get a connection.

[sciguy125]

Originally Posted by mechanicalbrain

One thing im going to try is to solder on sewing needles onto a PWM to make sure we get a connection.

I hope you mean onto a cable and not the controller. I think the pins on the controller are gold plated (corrosion resistant). It would be a shame to get solder on them.

But I seriously think that you should try the meter first (if it's pulsing too fast, you might be better off with a scope). It'll tell you if you're even getting voltage/correct signals. If you're not getting anything at the end of the cable, you should try the pins directly on the controller.

[mechanicalbrain]

Originally Posted by sciguy125

I hope you mean onto a cable and not the controller. I think the pins on the controller are gold plated (corrosion resistant). It would be a shame to get solder on them.

But I seriously think that you should try the meter first (if it's pulsing too fast, you might be better off with a scope). It'll tell you if you're even getting voltage/correct signals. If you're not getting anything at the end of the cable, you should try the pins directly on the controller.

No deffinetely the wire. I need to check the multimeter for a signal though because i honestly can't remember what we got.