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audiodane
Explorer
Sep 07, 2019

Using Dryer's NEMA 14-30 outlet for RV shore power

Hey folks, UPDATE: Skip all the banter and jump to the CURRENT PLAN using this link! Original Post: I've been reading lots of posts about using dryer hookups for RV shore power at home and lot...
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wa8yxm
Explorer III
Sep 08, 2019
My Concerns have to do with wire size. Is the NEUTRAL the same size as the two HOT leads (IE. #6) and is the ground heavy enough (likely yes)

IF so you have two options.
one a pigtail adapter all 4 wires Dryer plug and RV-50 amp outlet or

install the RV-50 amp outlet next to the dryer outlet

But only if the Neutral is the same gauge as the hots for if you plut in a 30 amp rig the neutral carries all 30 amps.

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