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LangsRV2
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May 07, 2013

Water heater switch MOD to prevent accidental turn on

With the bad weather we had this weekend I decided to tackle an inside RV project. I wish I could take full credit for the idea but I have to admit I saw it somewhere on this forum. I don't know who...
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bob213
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May 10, 2013
Pauljdav wrote:
bob213 wrote:
Nice job. I just wish I had a switch for the electric on the inside of the trailer!


Does your water heater have a dedicated circuit breaker?
Mine does and that is what I use as my inside switch.

Paul


I've been told that it is not a good idea to use your circuit breaker as an on/off switch unless it is designated that it is designed for it. Supposedly it weakens the breaker and they will "flip" easier. Maybe someone with more knowledge than me can clear that up for us.

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