HWH Computerized Leveling panel

[Linda71]

Good afternoon,

We are on the search for a new panel as ours does not work consistently.  The part# is AP24249 or RAP91137.  I called HWH directly and these are no longer produced.  They can be sent for repair but are 4-6 weeks out but we are in Canada, so will be longer.

Was wondering if anyone would have a good used one or a new one sitting on a shelf.  Let me know.  Thank you Linda

 

[Ivan K]

If no one has an extra for you and you happen to have a friend who can solder, it might cost you whole of $9 or less to replace the flaky buttons that are most likely your problem. I don't remember the size but they are in this assortment. Check the cable connection first however.

[Dr4Film]

Visone RV has used HWH control Panels for sale.

https://rvparts.visonerv.com/

I have been in touch with Tim who is searching for a used 6-Pack Air Manifold for me.

[Jetjockey]

As you may know hwh is in Moscow iowa alive and well.

 

[Linda71]

16 minutes ago, Jetjockey said:

As you may know hwh is in Moscow iowa alive and well.

 

Yes i have spoken directly to them already.  Hence how I knew they can only be repaired.

[Jetjockey]

I was told on my Rva system which is some different, to repeatedly actuate and release the switches or buttons. It apparently removed the oxidation present from infrequent use. That is over a year ago and all is working fine yet. May not he.p you but is pretty easy to try. 

[Chad A]

NWRVSupply might have them. They have a bunch of HWH parts. 

[vito.a]

Northwest RV Supply has boards available.   (541) 746-9092 

https://www.nwrvsupply.com/product-category/leveling-slide-out/hwh/hwh-leveling-slide-out-touch-pads/

I sent my control board into HWH for repair and they sent it back within one week.  You'll need a to request an RMA number before sending.  

[BMulvenna]

Have you tried contacting Paul Maddox? He works for HWH remotely. He is in Az and is very good at answering his calls.

(602)5493638

Good luck.

 

 

 

 

[Yoaks5]

19 hours ago, Ivan K said:

If no one has an extra for you and you happen to have a friend who can solder, it might cost you whole of $9 or less to replace the flaky buttons that are most likely your problem. I don't remember the size but they are in this assortment. Check the cable connection first however.

I saw one of Ivan's older posts talking about this and changed one of my buttons. Bought the assortment of button switches on Amazon and a cheap soldering kit that included the de soldering tools. Pretty easy to do. I did watch a couple of videos on desoldering also. 

Thanks for the idea Ivan! 

[Paul J A]

http://www.rvleveling.com/contact-stuarts-service.html  

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Edited February 14, 2024 by Paul J A

[Bruce S]

This may sound silly but are you sure that the control board itself is defective?  In our coach the touch pad had become erratic leading me to wonder the same question.  In the end all we needed was a new touch pad insert which was readily available from HWH.  We haven't had an issue since then.

[Drywalldan]

Bruce S.  What do you mean by "touch pad insert"?

[Bruce S]

If you look at my photo below, the black/white cover is a touch pad that degrades with use.  If you look closely at the "off"  and "air" buttons you will see holes.  There were other issues but once this stick on pad was replaced all our issues melted away.  We happened to be at a rally where HWH had a booth.  The rep had these pads at the booth since apparently they are wear items.  I'm not even sure if he even charged me for the pad.  Hope this helps.

[Vicwhit3]

Before you buy a new touch pad, take apart the control panel. Remove the board assembly and reconnect the cable. Now test each switch. If it all works, you have a touch pad issue. My bet it will be the switches. It is apparent that over time the internal contacts of the switch get a non conductive coating and  no longer work. BTW, the switching mechanism is a tiny disc.

I had a few switches that were dead and replaced them all. I'm skilled in electronics devices and soldering so it was NBD for me. If you are not, you could buy the parts and find a local geek to do the work.

[Linda71]

Thank you everyone for the information.  I have switches on order and going to try that.  

[Linda71]

Update....replaced the switches on the panel, gave it a clean, have a new face plate sticker coming, but it works...woohoo.  Replaced it in the MH last night, tested, and it worked on the first try.  So happy.  Thank you everyone for the all the advice.  Thank you to our Son, Brody for doing the electrical on the panel.