SurgeGuard warns of a pedastal problem
As I arrived at my current campsite I hooked up my surgeguard as I started my regular routine. I didn't think anything of it, until I get back to it after awhile and it was showing a red warning sign...
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RoyB wrote:
I carry one the 120VAC circuit testers just for this reason.
This will tell you the same thing. Of course since this only plugs into a 120VAC 15A/20A receptacle you have to use an adapter to mate up with the service you are testing on the pedestals.
I have to admit I don't do this everytime and really should be. In your case the surge protector is always used so this is a big plus for you as you have just found out...
Since the majority of the hookups use the 30AMP connections on the pedestals you can imagine the wear and tear they get. I always look for burn marks before plugging in. I usually don't go to 50AMP service pedestals but if the 30AMP side didn't look good to me I would switch adapters and plug my 30AMP trailer into the 50A side using the proper adapter.
You know this has to be a big effort for the CG management to keep up with their used-up connections... Got to be a big job for them...
Roy Ken
Completely useless...unless you are willing to watch it on a 24/7 basis
