2011 Coachman Freelander 32bh Transfer Switch location?

[randywhite30]

I had my AC turned on when I switched from Shoreline power to generator. I was told that I most likely caused an issue with my transfer switch. I called the place I purchased my RV from and the cost seems a little high for what it is. Can someone tell me where the transfer switch is located?

Thanks,

Randy

[randywhite30]

Its a plugin, just like the picture.

[j-d]

GOOD!

But we all want to know... IS there a Transfer Switch? Or do you have to plug like pictured above?

[randywhite30]

Looks like it was just the breaker. Thanks everyone.

[IAMICHABOD]

As others has said look for the plug in like this,to make sure that the power cord is connected to the generator.

[Horizon170]

Mich F wrote:
Are you positive you have an automatic transfer switch ? I just saw a brochure for the 2014 Coachmen Freelanders and they are manual generator changeover, meaning you have to plug your shore power cord into an outlet, in your RV, to get power from your generator.

Right on-----maybe. My 2010 Freelander didn't come with a Xfer switch. I installed one this morning.

[Mich_F]

Are you positive you have an automatic transfer switch ? I just saw a brochure for the 2014 Coachmen Freelanders and they are manual generator changeover, meaning you have to plug your shore power cord into an outlet, in your RV, to get power from your generator.

[randywhite30]

I did check the breakers. I will look again tonight.

[DrewE]

On my '98 Coachmen the transfer switch is mounted onto the back of the AC side of the power center. That's a common, but by no means universal, mounting location.

Have you verified that the circuit breaker on the generator itself is not tripped by manually resetting it? Sometimes they can be tripped without obviously appearing to be tripped.

[randywhite30]

The issue seems to be fairly simple.

The generator powers on and is producing power, but that power is not getting inside the cab.

[bdpreece]

Follow your power cord back into your rig. The box it enters is most probably your power transfer switch. When you find the box have someone turn the power off then on the box should make an audible click or thump sound. With power disconnected remove the cover and visually inspect for melted wires. Tighten all connections. This is a maintenance item that really should be done once a year anyway.

Having your AC on when switching from shore to generator is not recommended but in most cases would only blow the breaker on the generator or in the power panel.

[Sam_Spade]

What kind of malfunction have you noticed since you did that.....exactly ??
If there is no malfunction, there is no issue.