SolidAxleDurango wrote:
Busskipper wrote:
bobkatmsu wrote:
I have 2007 Safari Simba, 38'gas. It has 50 amp service. I asked my electrician to install a 30 amp outlet at my home so I could plug it in the night before a trip and cool down refrigeration and run a/c. When I plugged it in today turned on a/c heard a weird noise and smelled smoke. Unplugged immediately. Started generator and found front a/c unit not working, 2 TV's and micro-wave not working. Called electrical company. The electrician on call happened to be the electrician that installed the outlet. When I described problem he said,"that's not a 120 is it. I was told to put in a 220." When I ordered the outlet I did not say anything about 120 or 220, it never crossed my mind, to me it was common sense. Obviously I'm not an electrician, but I would be interested in hearing from a couple to let me know if this is all my fault or does the electrician bear some of the responsibility?
Here is my standard reply to EVERY electrical RV question;
http://www.myrv.us/electric/
BOL,
I like how in red print, it says to "call a professional" LOLz.... I guess the OP got what they deserved ?
Yes He hired a Pro who made a mistake and is going to back it up -- Very Smart GUY!
And it sounds like he is getting what he paid for - Whether it's me or an electrician I always be sure to read or provide this information so that this does not happen. There is more false info than anyone can imagine when it comes to RV electric -- A refresher is always good.
To the OP -- glad you hired a reputable Electrician could have been a big mistake if you didn't.
BOL,
Busskipper
