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crazyred75
Explorer
Apr 27, 2014

Power Surges vs 12v adapters...what happened? HELP?

I have my 5th wheel plugged into a 50 amp Surge Guard and all of my electronics such as computers/tv's and other items plugged into a separate power-surge strips inside the RV. Well, the other day t...
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Brynjolf
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Apr 27, 2014
crazyred75 wrote:
It is the "best" that Camping World sells for a 50 amp RV. SurgeGuard Power Protection.

Well, if it's this one (link), then... my goodness! Exceeding 3850 Joules / 6500 amps is almost unbelievable. Are you sure the surge protector was installed correctly and working?

Honestly, I recommend having it checked if you plan to continue to use it.

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