Can a 30amp A/C run on 20 amps?
One of my sons bought a travel trailer to use as 'seasonal' for him and his family. Dealer will deliver and set it up. One a/c unit. Only NOW....does he tell me his site is 20 amp....with a "promise"...
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His A/C alone does not draw 30 amps, but more like 12 or 13 while running, with a higher momentary starting load. As long as the voltage is adequate, it'll run fine on a 20 amp circuit, although the amount and type of other items that can be used at the same time will be limited. The A/C would have to be shut off to use a microwave for example, but it is doable and done by many RV'ers, most commonly when plugged in at home.
