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tonyclifton
Explorer II
Jan 04, 2022

Why won’t my Champion C46540 generator run the microwave?

I have a 1300W microwave (120v) I’m trying to run using my Champion C46540 but the microwave shuts down about 5 to 10 seconds after I turn it on. I know the generator isn’t overloaded running oth...
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enblethen
Nomad
Jan 05, 2022
OP: What you posted for connection is not correct. The four pin twist lock is a 120/240 genset output. The 30TT three wire receptacle is 120 volt.
The twist lock only has a 240 volt output rated at 14.6 amps. See page 6 of owner's manual
You should be using the 30TT recptacle to get full load from genset.
What is shore power connection in your rig?

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