surge protector and water filters
Hi there, We are picking up our new 2021 c class motorhome in a few days. I heard I should get a 30 amp surge protector and a water filter. Well, I just went on amazon and the price difference betw...
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philh wrote:pianotuna wrote:
As to surge, if the RV has a 50 amp service they are important. They are less critical for a 30 amp service--but you MUST check voltage under load before plugging in. If you are NOT prepared to do so, then get protection.
why would electronics be safer on 30a than 50a
If a 30 amp circuit loses the NEUTRAL wire between your pedestal and the main breaker box, you have no power. If a 50 amp circuit loses the NEUTRAL wire between your pedestal and the main breaker box, you have 240v flowing through every circuit on your RV. Theoretically possible.
Note that this is not of concern to me, but it is the answer to your question.
