โJun-17-2018 06:51 PM
โJun-19-2018 09:21 AM
โJun-19-2018 08:56 AM
Lenny K wrote:
Does this setup work for 50 amp if you use a 50 amp adapter?
SoundGuy wrote:
50 amp RV service is actually 100 amp service consisting of 50 amps across each of 2 legs so obviously if you wanted to check both legs you'd have to use 2 monitors. The simpler and better solution for those who have a rig wired with 50 amp main service is to invest in a 50 amp EMS which is designed to check & continuously monitor both legs of that 50 amp service.
DrewE wrote:
Basically correct, but it's inaccurate to call it a 100A service. It is a 50A 120V/240V split phase service. None of the wires or connections ever have 100A flowing, and you don't need wire sized to carry 100A, and you cannot power a single 100A 120V device should you happen to have such a beast. You can use up to 50A at 240V, or have two legs of 50A at 120V, but not a single leg at 100A.
โJun-19-2018 07:42 AM
SoundGuy wrote:Lenny K wrote:
Does this setup work for 50 amp if you use a 50 amp adapter?
50 amp RV service is actually 100 amp service consisting of 50 amps across each of 2 legs so obviously if you wanted to check both legs you'd have to use 2 monitors. The simpler and better solution for those who have a rig wired with 50 amp main service is to invest in a 50 amp EMS which is designed to check & continuously monitor both legs of that 50 amp service.
โJun-19-2018 07:20 AM
Lenny K wrote:
Does this setup work for 50 amp if you use a 50 amp adapter?
โJun-19-2018 06:56 AM
SoundGuy wrote:pasusan wrote:
This is what I use along with this.
and
You can use it at the pedestal with the adapter and use it inside without.
Sure you can BUT the downside is when plugged into a 30 amp campsite power post the meter will be upside down :M , ergo the reason I built my own dongle that allows that same Prime Products meter to sit correctly when plugged into the campsite power post. :B
โJun-19-2018 04:57 AM
pasusan wrote:
This is what I use along with this.
and
You can use it at the pedestal with the adapter and use it inside without.
โJun-19-2018 03:13 AM
CavemanCharlie wrote:This is what I use along with this.
Checking the voltage at the pedestal before plugging in is a good idea but, not fool proof. The voltage will sometimes read fine until you put a large load ; like an air conditioner; on it.
Checking for polarity would be a good idea. I should get myself one of those little light tester things. What are the called if I look for them on Amazon ?
โJun-18-2018 07:43 PM
CavemanCharlie wrote:
Checking for polarity would be a good idea. I should get myself one of those little light tester things. What are the called if I look for them on Amazon ?
โJun-18-2018 07:26 PM
โJun-18-2018 06:50 AM
SoundGuy wrote:rockhillmanor wrote:
I have had the shore station input change after plugged in and I saw it on yellow tester that tells you exactly what the problem is. :C
Which is pointless if it can't do anything about the "problem" whereas an EMS will by automatically disconnecting the rig from the problematic source. The same argument applies to simple surge protectors that can detect an issue such as a missing ground but don't do anything about it. Solution - use a full feature EMS instead and it will address the issue instantly a "problem" is detected.
โJun-18-2018 05:29 AM
โJun-18-2018 04:45 AM
rockhillmanor wrote:
I have had the shore station input change after plugged in and I saw it on yellow tester that tells you exactly what the problem is. :C
โJun-18-2018 01:10 AM
Bobbo wrote:
I have a Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C (this is its second RV as I pulled it out of my Class C before trading for my TT) but I STILL use this before plugging in every time.
We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned,
so as to have the life that is waiting for us.
โJun-17-2018 10:25 PM
โJun-17-2018 09:04 PM