Power converter question
Hi, New to the forums. Just got our first TT. 2005 Dutchmen 26F. I've been upgrading it and redoing the inside. Everything was finished and we were ready to take her out on our first trip when all...
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kris77 wrote:
How would I know if I have a transfer switch? I have no manual or any paperwork on this model at all. I'm kind of flying blind. Would the transfer switch be near the power center? Would it be underneath somewhere?
I'm pretty sure I don't have an onboard generator anywhere. And I"m not real sure I'll ever install one if it's even possible. I think I'll go double check one last time, but probably just going to run a new wire from the plug to the power center. Seems like the easiest option and least expensive. Do I need to put any kind of surge protection inline anywhere?
If you don't already have a generator, odds are you don't have a transfer switch. It could be located anywhere but likely near the power center.
If you run a new wire, just be sure to cap both ends of the old one with wire nuts and electrical tape, just in case they are ever hooked back up somewhere on the other end.
Surge protection is a personal choice so strictly speaking not "required". You can always use an external one inline with the cord if you want.
