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jonaz's avatar
jonaz
Explorer
Sep 15, 2021

Ryobi 2300 generator keeps overloading

I have a 2021 Coachman Catalina.

I bought Ryobi 2300 Inverter generator. My intent is to run small stuff, like the LCD TV, lights and my work laptops.

When I plugged the generator into my 30amp trailer connection, it overloaded the generator. The AC was not on.

Why is my trailer drawing so much load? I had to turn off the GFI in the breaker panel box because it was causing an overload.

I can get the fireplace heater to run but not the TV.

Any suggestions?

Thank you in advance!
  • jodeb720's avatar
    jodeb720
    Explorer
    Sep 15, 2021
    start by flipping the breakers in the box -
    Make sure your Fridge is running on gas not Auto (that's pulls a few amps)
    Make sure your water heater is running on Gas - not electric.
    One at a time, flip your breakers on and see if that resolves your issue.

    Eventually you'll find the circuit that's utilizing all your amps and you'll be able to charge your batteries as well as run your tv, etc.
  • jonaz's avatar
    jonaz
    Explorer
    Sep 15, 2021
    Yes, I think you are right. Any suggestions? Again, all I want to do is run the lights, TV and maybe the fireplace.
  • Flute_Man's avatar
    Flute_Man
    Explorer
    Sep 15, 2021
    Your converter will draw a lot at the beginning because it’s trying to charge your batteries. The TV may be on an inverter circuit that you have shut off.

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