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Generator runs no power in coach

betsypupcdx
Explorer
Explorer
Hi, 2014 thor freedom elite. Generator starts up, no problem. However, there is no power in coach. AC , microwave, etc. will not run. I reset the line circuit breaker on the generator. Onan RV QG 4000
Still nothing. AC will run fine with shore power.
Suggestions??
Tye & Linda
Ch Shana's Bbonded-N-Insured UDX VER RA aka "Brinks"
Sketchbook Four the Record CD BN RN aka "Ali"
(standard schnauzers)
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Bobbo
Explorer II
Explorer II
Also check to see if the main breaker in the breaker panel in the RV has tripped.
Bobbo and Lin
2017 F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCab w/Max Tow Package 3.5l EcoBoost V6
2017 Airstream Flying Cloud 23FB

DrewE
Explorer II
Explorer II
The transfer switch is often located near the AC electric panel inside the RV. (It might not hurt to check the breakers there if you haven't already, besides the one on the generator that you have checked). Both the shore power cord and the generator power cable would go to the transfer switch, and its output to the AC electric panel.

On my particular motorhome, the transfer switch is actually bolted onto the back of the electrical center chassis.

gatorcq
Explorer
Explorer
you need to find your owners manual, and look inside. Normally, it is there.
Other option, Do a web search for Thor forum.
Try IRV2, for a specific forum for your rv.
Dale & Susan
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Ivylog
Explorer III
Explorer III
Do you have a large inverter... 1500+ watts? If so reset the push circuit breakers on it.
This post is my opinion (free advice). It is not intended to influence anyone's judgment nor do I advocate anyone do what I propose.
Sold 04 Dynasty to our son after 14 great years.
Upgraded with a 08 HR Navigator 45โ€™...

betsypupcdx
Explorer
Explorer
Where is the transfer switch located?
Thanks
Linda
Tye & Linda
Ch Shana's Bbonded-N-Insured UDX VER RA aka "Brinks"
Sketchbook Four the Record CD BN RN aka "Ali"
(standard schnauzers)

lj2654
Explorer
Explorer
probably the transfer switch isnt switching the power to the generator.
2001 Beaver Contessa Naples 40
2012 Cadillac Srx
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betsypupcdx
Explorer
Explorer
Matt, We've had this coach for 2 yrs. every month we run the generator with a load. It has worked everytime until now.
Tye & Linda
Ch Shana's Bbonded-N-Insured UDX VER RA aka "Brinks"
Sketchbook Four the Record CD BN RN aka "Ali"
(standard schnauzers)

Matt_Colie
Explorer
Explorer
Tye and Linda,

How long have you owned this coach?
Do you know for a fact that the automatic transfer switch was included? (It is usually an option.)
If it was, then it is probably failed.
If it was not, you probably need to plug the shore power cord into the generator outlet.

Matt
Matt & Mary Colie
A sailor, his bride and their black dogs (one dear dog is waiting for us at the bridge) going to see some dry places that have Geocaches in a coach made the year we married.