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rob_engineer
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Jun 23, 2015

Can I run 15,000 BTU air cond with RV plugged into my house?

I have 39ft Gulfstream Friendship 102 diesel class A. My 15K roof air works when under generator power, but overheats and trips breaker when the RV is plugged into my house. I have a normal 20 amp o...
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Chandalen
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Jun 23, 2015
Get a heavy extension cord, nice and thick as short as possible. Have a dedicated 20 amp (minimum) plug and try again.

Measure voltage in the camper while the compressor is on and see what you have. If its below 110 you need a bigger (lower gauge) cord.

A 10ga cord WILL NOT cut it. You will overheat AND damage the AC due to the lower voltage.

If the cord is warm at all, you need a bigger cord.

NEVER try to run much else when the AC is on in this configuration.

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