Newbie trailer owner, quite confused
I just bought my first travel trailer. A 2017 Riverside Retro 195. Mint condition with the all the manuals. I thought: "this will be great, I'm sure I can learn everything i need to by reading ...
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RetroAirBnB wrote:A regular 120v outlet with an adapter, yes. You will have limited power to charge the battery and maybe run the fridge. Anything big will trip the home breaker. Reduce the load and reset.
OK, but maybe you can tell me this: can i connect to my home power? Manual says I can, but have to turn off all breakers in house and trailer first, then turn on. For some reason.
DO NOT plug into a large dryer outlet even if the prongs look similar. They are not compatible. The smoke will come out.
Turn off main breaker in the RV is fine. Some items are on and will cause a spark as you plug in. Best to avoid the spark and related voltage surge.
