Forum Discussion

mikestock's avatar
mikestock
Explorer
Dec 30, 2016

50 amp, 240 volt hookup without equipment ground

My son has purchased a lake house and we found a 50 amp RV plug. I checked it out and it has 120 volts from each leg to neutral and 240 volts between hot legs. The problem is that there is no ground w...
mikestock's avatar
mikestock
Explorer
Dec 30, 2016
CA Traveler wrote:
Can you simply install a 50A plug near the panel and then use a 50A extension cord to the rig for your infrequent use? I did this at my sons house and carry the extension for other infrequent uses.


I bought a 50 amp extension cord for this use. That was before I got into the situation and found what was there.

About Technical Issues

Having RV issues? Connect with others who have been in your shoes.24,369 PostsLatest Activity: Mar 12, 2026