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Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

I've been working on TV upgrade project.  Poking around in back of the TV cabinet (after old TV removed) I see the object in photo below.  It is obviously part of the AC power circuit, but I can't figure out what it is.  Two wires with blue connectors on the bottom, one wire/blue connector on the top.  Hoping the more knowledgeable (almost anyone on the forum) can identify it.  Thanks in advance.

1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #1 –
Could it be the device that turns the TV off when the ignition key is turned on?
John Duld
1995 U320C SE 40'

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #2 –
Quote from: John Duld –
Could it be the device that turns the TV off when the ignition key is turned on?
That's exactly what it is.
John Fitzgerald
1991 U300 (SAI) Side Aisle Island Bed 40'
Detroit 6V92 with Allison Retarder
Meridian (Boise), Idaho

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #3 –
It has two 120-volt Rolex cables on one end and one 120-volt Rolex cable on the other end. Why not open up the box a see what is inside. Junction box? Blue connectors are plastic strain reliefs, securing cables to the box.

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #4 –
There's a double pole relay with a 12 volt coil.  I removed my front TV and now use this relay to control a 120VAC air compressor.  I don't remember the current rating of the relay but I think it's in the 20-30 amp range - very big for switching a TV.
John Fitzgerald
1991 U300 (SAI) Side Aisle Island Bed 40'
Detroit 6V92 with Allison Retarder
Meridian (Boise), Idaho

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #5 –
Thanks - I knew somebody here would have the answer.
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"

Re: Mystery Electrical Object behind front TV

Reply #6 –
There was no mention of low voltage small wires in addition to the three 120-volt cables, which is required if it is indeed a 12-volt relay, turning off the TV when the ignition on.