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profdant139
Explorer II
Jul 30, 2016

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

It's hot in Calif, and I want to use the trailer as a lifeboat -- but the a/c won't run off garage power. Here is the setup and the problem -- I attach our 30 amp cord to a heavy construction grade e...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Jul 31, 2016
Hi MrWizard,

Yes, unless some Dufuss changed the breaker because it was blowing all the time. That's why I suggested he look to see if the breaker looked original or not.

MrWizard wrote:
National electric code
Required 12ga wire and 20 amp breaker on the outlet circuit, even back in 1960
14ga minimum for lighting circuit, like your ceiling lights

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