Power outlets (Not GFI) randomly stop working
So I've had my camper over a year and have really given it the run around. Starting last week I started having a strange issue where randomly my power outlets will stop working. The GFI outlets stil...
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RVs use a type of receptacle called a "self-contained device" or SCD for short. Also used in mobile homes. They can be installed in thin walls and don't require an outlet box.
First I would check the tightness of all wires connected to the breakers and also the neutrals connected to the neutral bus in the panel.
Connecting romex wire to SCD receptacles is supposed to be done with a special tool. Sometimes the factories do a poor job of connecting the wires and can be loose in some cases. I would pull each receptacle out of the walls and make sure all wires are properly connected. If you do find a poor connection, you can use a flat blade screwdriver and/or needle nose pliers.
First I would check the tightness of all wires connected to the breakers and also the neutrals connected to the neutral bus in the panel.
Connecting romex wire to SCD receptacles is supposed to be done with a special tool. Sometimes the factories do a poor job of connecting the wires and can be loose in some cases. I would pull each receptacle out of the walls and make sure all wires are properly connected. If you do find a poor connection, you can use a flat blade screwdriver and/or needle nose pliers.
