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barth
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Aug 22, 2013

What kind of electrical problem do I have?

I have a 20001 HR Scepter that is plugged at home in a 30A outlet,the same outlet I've had for years.
Today, while plugged, I started to lose power inside the RV for a few seconds up to maybe 45 seconds at time. Then everything would be good for another 15 minutes or another couple hours then it would happen again.
While this situation occurs, the items plugged in outlets wired to the inverter (like the microwave) will still function but everything else will be off.

What am i dealing with? Is it something that can be traced to the transfer switch?

My house batteries are new from last month.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

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  • Start with the easy stuff...

    1. Use the generator..does everything work?
    2. Using a meter, check your shore power. Even though you've used it in the past, it may be having issues now. Rule that out.
    3. You said the batteries were newish...check them too. Both for charge, water and if possible, use a hydrometer and check the specific gravity in the batteries.

    Let us know what you find out....Dennis