Camco 55333 generator adapter a fire hazard?
Hi
Back in 2015 I bought a 4000 watt generator to use with my 30A RV. Since it had a twist lock connection, I had to find an adapter. The Camco was it. And it is rated at 30A. We have had zero problems out of it until recently.
Recently, I switched out the camper charge controller after finding out that "dumb" chargers arent suitable for charging batteries. The new one has a multi stage feature which does a great job. The only catch is that it ties up more of our power. Since we don't use that much, it isnt ever a problem. But I could tell it uses more because when I run the microwave, it kicks the generator's breaker switch. This only happens if the charger is in BOOST mode. If I switch it out, the microwave runs fine. This is a point I am making to clarify that the 30A breaker on the generator is working.
All in all. It is clear that we are pulling close to the 30A max more constantly than before. But that shouldnt be a problem since the Camco is rated at 30A. RIGHT? NOT.
I recently went out to check out the generator and unplugged the cord. I immediately saw the dreadful sight of a melted adapter stuck to my camper cord's plug. I had to pry it off with a screwdriver and sand the blades of the cord. The adapter is completely unsuitable for use. So it is NOT suitable for 30A, even though it clearly states it on the adapter!
All that said and done. Does anyone know of a product that actually works and won't melt? Thankfully my other generator allows me to plug my cord straight in.
Back in 2015 I bought a 4000 watt generator to use with my 30A RV. Since it had a twist lock connection, I had to find an adapter. The Camco was it. And it is rated at 30A. We have had zero problems out of it until recently.
Recently, I switched out the camper charge controller after finding out that "dumb" chargers arent suitable for charging batteries. The new one has a multi stage feature which does a great job. The only catch is that it ties up more of our power. Since we don't use that much, it isnt ever a problem. But I could tell it uses more because when I run the microwave, it kicks the generator's breaker switch. This only happens if the charger is in BOOST mode. If I switch it out, the microwave runs fine. This is a point I am making to clarify that the 30A breaker on the generator is working.
All in all. It is clear that we are pulling close to the 30A max more constantly than before. But that shouldnt be a problem since the Camco is rated at 30A. RIGHT? NOT.
I recently went out to check out the generator and unplugged the cord. I immediately saw the dreadful sight of a melted adapter stuck to my camper cord's plug. I had to pry it off with a screwdriver and sand the blades of the cord. The adapter is completely unsuitable for use. So it is NOT suitable for 30A, even though it clearly states it on the adapter!
All that said and done. Does anyone know of a product that actually works and won't melt? Thankfully my other generator allows me to plug my cord straight in.
