Safe to use a 30 amp Extension on 50 amp trailer at home??

[ShadySkins]

We are trading our 30 amp trailer in tomorrow for a trailer with 50 amp service.

We currently have 30 amp receptacle in our garage which we use to plug in the trailer as we pack it to utilize the air conditioner and cool down the refrigerator. As the trailer is in the street, it requires me to use two extension cords in addition to our shore power cord to reach the receptacle.

Here is the question:

Can I safely use my existing 30 amp extension cords to plug my new 50 amp trailer into my homes 30 amp receptacle with the intention of using the AC and fridge?

Travel Trailer --> 50 amp shore cord --> 50 amp female to 30 amp male pigtail --> 30 amp extension --> 30 amp extension --> 30 amp receptacle?


Thanks!!

Chris

[ShadySkins]

enblethen wrote:
Yes, you can use the 30 amp for the majority of the functions in your new rig.
Care should be taken on using multiple air conditioners and 120 volt water heater element.

Thanks Bud.... we only have one AC. We are wired for two, hence the 50 amp service. Thanks for the tip on the HW heater. While I won't turn it on at home, it is good to know if I'm ever stuck with 30 amp service at a campground.

Cheers.

Chris

[enblethen]

Yes, you can use the 30 amp for the majority of the functions in your new rig.
Care should be taken on using multiple air conditioners and 120 volt water heater element.