How to check electricity at a campground
I just read a campground review where the RV-ers checked the electricity at 3-4 sites before they found one that was good. We have been RV-ing for many years. We don't check but I think it is abou...
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Sam Spade wrote:
Do a Google search for "electrical tester".
This is one of the things that came up for me:
http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/tools/test-measurement/Metrs-HVAC-R/gardner-bender-gfci-outlet-tester-120-vac?infoParam.campaignId=T9F&gclid=CjwKCAjwk4vMBRAgEiwA4ftLs6XaP9vf4CEG5S0ZJcFPIg4nyPMhResJOH6A-tW2s06tYAslpV-IIxoC0bkQAvD_BwE
It is a simple quick test for "major" faults only and you would need an adapter to test 30 amp outlets. It will NOT completely test a 50 amp outlet.
More complete tests are included with a medium to high end "surge protector", often prices around $100 or more.
It depends on what your budget is and how thorough you wish to be.
......."and how thorough you wish to be"
"Thorough": Would begin with a *link* to the url you posted.
Not too difficult..:R
"wa8yxm" - good info, but (IMO) an "overload" for the OPs question.
OP - "GismosMom" - in reply to your question - the simple testers will get the job done! Add a "Kil-A-Watt" (about $20) to those inexpensive items to continually monitor power. Avail at HD, Amazon, etc.
Yes, There are better (more expensive) alternatives.
Why would you want one of those? - Here's the easy answer...
Thread: The Electrician Said "Oops"
On edit - be sure to see the '2nd installment' - 2nd post, still 1st page of the "Oops" thread - - by "Bill Socal"..:W
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