Replacing rear 13,500btu with 15,000btu A/C?
We are going to replace both A/C's on our motor home within the next month. It currently has a 15,000btu in the main area and a 13,500btu in the bedroom. We are considering going ahead and putting a 1...
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dougrainer wrote:valhalla360 wrote:
I wouldn't bother to swap them out if it's just to upgrade but if you are replacing anyway the cost difference should be small, so sure.
As mentioned, two on 30amp is questionable regardless of BTU rating.
The 30amp outlet is actually only rated at 25amp continuous, so while it may or may work, there is a good chance of overheating wires and connections. In a worst case scenario, it could lead to a fire if the breaker doesn't trip.
Please reference any codes or NEC your statement that an RV 30 amp PLUG and 30 POWER CORD is only rated at 25 amp continuous. We are talking RV wiring, not regular home circuits. They have designed 30 amp RV's for over 45 years and in 38 years as a tech, I have NEVER heard the 25 continuous running as it applies to RV's. I have seen and heard it on various forums, but NEVER from an expert, just posters that heard of this from other sources. Doug
I work with a group of master electricians who set policy for a major state agency and this subject came up and they argue over just about anything electrical. To a man they all said the continuous rating is lower.
I don't have the specific rules. No one's going to stop you if you want to overload your system. You pay for your ticket, you take your chances. I've seen people do a lot of stupid things and get away with it.
