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txbassmn
Explorer
Oct 03, 2014

Plugging in to shore power

Just curious about something. When you get to your spot how many people turn the breaker off before plugging in and then turn it back on after you have plugged in, and how many just plug in without touching the breaker. I usually turn the breaker off before plugging in, but I have at times just plugged in not thinking.
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  • Bigdog's avatar
    Bigdog
    Explorer
    Oct 03, 2014
    CloudDriver wrote:
    - If breaker off, turn on, plug in circuit tester
    - If circuit tests OK, plug in SurgeGuard
    - Plug shore cord into SurgeGuard
    - After 2 minute time delay SurgeGuard supplies power to RV

    - When disconnecting, turn off A/C loads in RV (A/C, microwave, etc.)
    - Turn off breaker, disconnect shore cord and SurgeGuard

    X2. that's the best way. I have several of those little yellow plug in testers and the appropriate adapter cords. I also keep one of those inexpensive voltage meters plugged in to the socket in front of the sink.
  • time2roll's avatar
    time2roll
    Nomad
    Oct 03, 2014
    I have a Progressive Industries EMS protection system so I just plug in without worry. The power is off until it is verified stable with correct polarity and voltage.
  • CloudDriver's avatar
    CloudDriver
    Explorer
    Oct 03, 2014
    - If breaker off, turn on, plug in circuit tester
    - If circuit tests OK, plug in SurgeGuard
    - Plug shore cord into SurgeGuard
    - After 2 minute time delay SurgeGuard supplies power to RV

    - When disconnecting, turn off A/C loads in RV (A/C, microwave, etc.)
    - Turn off breaker, disconnect shore cord and SurgeGuard
  • K_Charles's avatar
    K_Charles
    Explorer
    Oct 03, 2014
    Thats what makes the receptacle go bad. You should always shut it off first.
  • TexasH's avatar
    TexasH
    Explorer
    Oct 03, 2014
    I always turn breaker off. It prevents surges when you insert the plug. My electrician friend says it's the only way.
  • Dutch_12078's avatar
    Dutch_12078
    Explorer II
    Oct 03, 2014
    If the breaker is not already off, my first action before plugging in is always to turn it off. Always...
  • Tango__AE7UI's avatar
    Tango__AE7UI
    Explorer
    Oct 03, 2014
    I turn off the breaker and also check the socket (30A in my case) for wear and overheating damage.
    I have also asked for a different site if the socket is in poor (loose) condition.

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