inexplicable power loss
hello I have been living in a 1993 monaco dynasty for the last couple of years, having it plugged in to a 220V outlet to power the beast. Until recently, this has been a great arrangement. Every two ...
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Let's go a step further in the diagnoses:
When plugged in (yes, 50 amp RV has two hots, a neutral and a ground, so 220 VAC between the two hots) do the 120 VAC appliances work-- roof A/C's, microwave, etc?
If not (i.e. no shore power is getting to coach, assuming you have verified power at the CG outlet and the shore power cord ends are OK, the ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) is where to check next (IF YOU ARE SAFE WORKING AROUND 220 VAC. IF NOT GET AN ELECTRICIAN!)
If these 120 VAC items work, but 12 VDC items don't work (i.e. batteries not being charged, you need to check you charging device. You may have a converter, a charger or inverter/charger. Let us know what you have.
Last thing, it is NOT good for the engine to be started, but not driven. You can not get a diesel (oil and crankcase) warm enough to get rid of the moisture. If you start a diesel, drive it at least 25 highway miles.
When plugged in (yes, 50 amp RV has two hots, a neutral and a ground, so 220 VAC between the two hots) do the 120 VAC appliances work-- roof A/C's, microwave, etc?
If not (i.e. no shore power is getting to coach, assuming you have verified power at the CG outlet and the shore power cord ends are OK, the ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) is where to check next (IF YOU ARE SAFE WORKING AROUND 220 VAC. IF NOT GET AN ELECTRICIAN!)
If these 120 VAC items work, but 12 VDC items don't work (i.e. batteries not being charged, you need to check you charging device. You may have a converter, a charger or inverter/charger. Let us know what you have.
Last thing, it is NOT good for the engine to be started, but not driven. You can not get a diesel (oil and crankcase) warm enough to get rid of the moisture. If you start a diesel, drive it at least 25 highway miles.
