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driller
Explorer
Dec 21, 2016

30 to 50 amp. Problem adapter/converter melting and failing

30 amp service to 50 amp RV. Problem with adapter/converter melting and failing. We have a 2011 CrossRoads Sahara Cruiser CF30ES with 50 amp service. Our last trailer was only 30 amp so that’s what I...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Dec 21, 2016
Hi coolmom42,

My peak load is 7000 watts. I do that by having 3 shore power cords. The OEM 30, a 20 and a 15. I use a break out box at a 50 amp pedestal.

coolmom42 wrote:
And cut back your power consumption. If you need the amount of heat from 2 electric heaters, you will have to use propane in place of one of them. But I can't fathom why you would need that much heat unless someone is living in the RV.

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