Did anybody else who bought this alternator have trouble with it overheating or not generating enough amperage?
157991
Yes mine also got really hot. The engine had a non-related issue and is not running now but I assume it will still get hot.
547202
When I received the generator it would not start. The seller told me that it was not their problem and Amazon never responded to my complaint. I hired a small engine repair guy that found it was wired incorrectly which he repaired and it has been running as needed since repaired. I would recommend you buy one though a local dealer so you can take it back if there is a problem.
1225249
I have had that happen but not often. I figured it must get "overheated" and it needs a cool down period. It will come back on after a short time. If this is the case--it's really a safety factor.
385291
Non-existant. If it was me?? I would buy this generator at Costco and get their warranty. If it fails...back to Costco!!
891206
Mine got uncomfortably hot too while it was charging my truck battery back up. I set it on a brick and actually let a small fan blow on it (which surprisingly cooled it off) But after 2 days like that, it reached a point where it blinked green, and eventually went solid green. And once it went green it cooled off - presumably drawing far less current. I'd guess your battery is fairly depleted and must be given some time to charge back up. If you are concerned or feel it's a safety issue - call the company.
816437
I had the same problem with the 6 amp.Since I used it a lot and it expired the warranty, so I just bought the bigger model 9 amp. Sorry, these won't last long, around 1 or 2 years.
1122106
I never had a problem with it runnind down the battery, but i didn't use it very long. I live in Alaska and it did not put out enough heat to be of any help, so i took it out and it is setting in my closet.
57817
I had the same problem. I replaced the ballast and it took care of the problem. I also discovered the old one had got so hot it was partially melted.
1427181
If you feel uncomfortable with the units power transformer, then you should return it or just get a new one. I have measured my transformer heat output and at in house temptress of 75°F, it is around 95°F They are designed to get hot and have vent slots to allow cooling, unit is reducing your household current from 120VAC/60Hz/10VA down to 12VAC/6VA. That in itself causes the unit to get hot. A bad pump will also cause unit to over heat. My unit has worked fine for over a year, but I clean it monthly including build up that tends to clog pump. Enjoy
473257
i would get your battery tested at autozone or somewhere like that. also, are you sure your remote turn on wire is connected? i use the same amp with stock alternator and the car keeps up with it. it would be very unlikely to have a defective amp go through QC, but its a possibility.
215253
I had the same exact problem, I don't know specifically what it is but it requires a higher amperage.
707571
Have not had an overheating issue. Can turn on turbo fan if you do. I use mine for automotive test equipment so it sits on cooler metal cart tops or travels with me and is used on auto floors, dashes, seats, and fenders. Probably the time in service is much shorter than gaming is for you.
570326
Well I had no problem mine is working very well, I suggest you to check your car for any fuse or electric problem or try it in another car's lighter to be sure what's the problem you have
1723118
Just buy one big alternator I only used one and it charged all my batteries an ran all my amps .. Yea one big alternator is good don't waste ur money on two..
912534
I'd heard the heat was a problem but so far mine has been fine and I crank it up big time although I've only had it installed for a few months so haven't hit any warm weather yet but I think as long as you're moving and have air flow you're o k
455754
I have not had any problem with over heating. However, my battery swelled and I notified JVC twice but they never responding back to my email.
1861904
I suspect that it's best to replace the alternator cable. After having replaced the box and thoroughly cleaning the cable end, I found the input terminal continuing to overheat. This resulted in slight melting of plastic under the terminal and an intermittent open causing the idiot light to come on. I would recommend saving yourself the headache by replacing the cable (or at least the connector) when you install the box.