Re: 110 Power problem Reply #25 – August 30, 2016, 05:02:17 pm Quote from: Dave and Nancy Abel – August 30, 2016, 09:06:15 amI know that Barry and Cindy and others have built testers to check at the pedestal...50 Amp Outlet Tester Quote Selected 2 Likes
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #26 – August 30, 2016, 05:36:20 pm Quote from: Dave and Nancy Abel – August 30, 2016, 09:06:15 am...for those that don't want to build a tester, I use the Powerpal checker to always check the pedestal before connecting. Its caught a couple of open grounds and low voltages over the years, usually caused by a over used/abused receptacle. The PowerPal is pricey, but in my mind, an important safety tool. RV Campground Voltage Tester Protects Your RVThanks for the link, Dave! I agree with you, and being the lazy type, I just ordered a 50 Amp Power Pal. This tool has also been recommended by the Resident Technical Guru at another highly regarded RV forum:50 Amp Outlet Checker - Electrical - FMCA Motorhome Forums Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #27 – August 30, 2016, 07:36:16 pm Quote from: Balcanthez – August 30, 2016, 12:08:12 amI've been following this thread because that's exactly what happened to me 3 weeks ago! Pulled into my Son's in South Dakota and hooked up to a 30 amp he just installed for me. Fried my converter and also looks to have fried my boost solenoid. My warning at first was the plug-in indicator at my 50amp receptacle warned of reverse polarity then the converter smoked.Checked the outlet and got 240 across the lower terminals (OUCH!). It was wired for an outdoor heater, and will be wired for an RV. Still have to test the 30/50amp capability before I leave for Washington. Bad thing is, I'm in a very rural town and everything has to come through Amazon or special order. I'm fine with all the other electronics, A/Cs and everything else. Converter replacement arrived (another like the original). My Inverter is still good. Plugged into 110 until I get a new breaker and rewire the outlet at the box.Good to hear it might not be too bad....strange thing is I had just had it wired because my parents are coming to visit for a couple weeks and are plugging their Holiday Rambler in. I heard from my insurance and no coverage unless it was a weather related incident. Hopefully I'll get into looking at it later this week to assess the damage better. Quote Selected
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #28 – October 01, 2016, 09:19:45 am Quote from: danieljeff545 – August 28, 2016, 04:38:42 pmAlso these are the pics from my equipment under the bed....all original from 1989reference this post....I am going to spend the cash to upgrade the electrical since my issue. I have a 1500 watt inverter and a new automatic transfer switch otw. Looking for converter suggestions or any other input before my guy gets to work later this week on the electrical.Thank you all....Jeff Quote Selected
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #29 – October 01, 2016, 09:49:12 am IF your inverter has a built-in charger you don't need a "converter". If not....Progressive Dynamics. Quote Selected
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #30 – October 01, 2016, 10:46:18 am Xantrex deserves a good look. Have one in our coach as a backup. Worked great. Can be set for lead acid, gel, AGM and has an equalize function. Not just a converter.Roland Quote Selected
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #31 – October 01, 2016, 11:37:26 am I think it important to not be buying a "converter". A better choice is a "battery charger". Converters by design supply power to 12-volt appliances and lights when plugged into shore power and do a minimal job of charging batteries. Battery chargers come in many flavors, like 3-stage, battery temperature compensation, etc and can safely charge AGM & GEL expensive batteries without damaging them. Battery chargers will also supply power to 12-volt things when 120-volts from shore or generator are available. Quote Selected
Re: 110 Power problem Reply #32 – November 02, 2016, 10:55:07 am ****UPDATE******Well after some tense moments this problem has been repaired and I get to go pick her up from my mechanic in a couple days. We ended up having to replace the automatic transfer switch (ATS), the power converter and one of the main lines leading from the plug to the ATS. I purchased PowerMax equipment to replace my OLD equipment ATS is model PM3-75. All AC's, fridge, micro, GenSet and furnace appear to be operational according to the mechanic. We will be tailgating with her this weekend to check all our systems before winterizing her. Any changes in the repairs Ill post an update. Thank you for all of you that helped with your input Quote Selected
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