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Skipg
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Aug 28, 2020

Hooking up 50 amp trailer to generator

Is there any problem hooking a 50 amp trailer service to a generator with 30 amp plug using a dog bone

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  • kwplot34 wrote:
    ...snip... we cant run the a/c which we never need in the mountains, ...snip......


    Congratulations, someone answered all the generator questions and problems in about a dozen words.
  • When we Boondock we hook our 50 amp service up to a Yamaha 2000 inverter generator. Keeps the batteries charged runs the fridge and watch a movie. we cant run the a/c which we never need in the mountains, or run the microwave. If we need to run something big we start the coach generator.
  • Dutch_12078 wrote:
    Make sure the generator's 30 amp outlet is 120 volts, not 240 volts. I've seen portable generators with both.
    L6-30 just needs a different dogbone.
  • Make sure the generator's 30 amp outlet is 120 volts, not 240 volts. I've seen portable generators with both.
  • You'll just need to manage your power demand so you don't overload the gen. It will be just like hooking up to a 30a pedestal in a park.
  • As was said. only one AC can be run. and limit the rest of your electrical accessories.
  • No issues. When you overload the generator just reduce the load and restart.

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