Can't run A/C at home: solved -- see 8/21/16 update

profdant139 wrote:
.. our 30 amp cord to a heavy construction grade extension cord (not a little thin cord),

How heavy?

A genuine 30a RV extension cord is what you should be using. I think it's 10awg. Ain't cheap, but it works. Maybe Jeff can drone you one in a couple hours.

rk911 wrote:
.. can you disable anything else like the battery charger side of the converter, inverter, res. fridge, etc. (if so equipped)?

Absolutely the converter will kill it.