It's due to the "mutual heating" effect. For example, it's why code limits the number of romex cables going through a hole in a wall stud and why cords on electric space heaters shouldn't be coiled up. If you're drawing literally only a
few amps, you'll be okay but if say in the summer with AC(s) and other stuff running, not a good idea.
One thing I really don't like about a cord stored in a box inside a TT is that it takes up a lot of valuable space. I converted a previous TT to a detachable cord and I was able to make the box's space accessible through an existing exterior storage door and gained an enlarged storage compartment. Bonus!
GrandpaKip wrote:
Atlee wrote:
billroz wrote:
A power cord coiled inside your rig is not safe
Indeed. My owner's manual says to pull the entire cord out of the "mouse hole" receptacle. I've always been told it's best not to keep a power cord tightly coiled when plugged in.
Curious as to why. Only thing that comes to mind is possibly creating a magnetic field around the coil.
Adding an extension cord could lead to a voltage drop.
