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Re: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
Reddog1 wrote: I am not an electrician, but have done lots of residential wiring. I do not think that wire is used. As I recall, years ago the wire was connected to the gas pipe. I think it is no longer done that way. My TC is a 1988, and it does not use that ground wire. It does use the three wires from the extension cord, as does yours. Black is hot as yours is now wired. It connects to the service bar that feeds your breakers. White is neutral and connects to the other white wires at the terminal block. The ground (copper non-insulated) connects to a block with all other copper wires. The copper wire hanging outside is no longer used. to be of any value, it would have to be connected to a ground rod eight feet long, driven in the ground, or equal. Personally, I would disconnect it from the propane line. That is probably why it was cut off. I think you are wired correctly now. Do you still trip the breaker? Do you know if the receptacles in the TC have the correct polarity? Wayne Hey Wayne, The lightning rod ground makes sense. Everything is working correctly no breaker trip and correct polarity throughout. Thanks very much for the help!400Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
Here is a better image of the ground wire issue. I don't have a steel frame or at least one that is exposed I can attach it to. You can see the gas line that the ground wire followed before I mistakenly cut it. The ground wire ended at elbow and looked like it had previously been cut. Any ideas on the best spot to ground it? Please do not exceed the maximum photo width 640. Posting pictures within text messages400Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
ticki2 wrote: That's the one . It worked! Thanks so much for the help! I have one final question which brought me here in the first place. I rewired the ground I cut but like I said it was just hanging and not tired to anything when I cut it. It was just wrapped around the copper gas line. I am not really sure what to do with it now or where to ground it. I imagine it would attached to the siding wherever I can attach it? Just want to make sure and double check as this whole electrical work has gotten me more familiar with the dangers. Plus my fiance won't go near the thing until it's completely fixed :/ Here are a few more photos of the ground wire I am talking about. Old cut ground http://detourdispatches.com/img/ground/old_ground.jpg New ground refastened to the gas line clamp http://detourdispatches.com/img/ground/new_ground.jpg Hanging ground http://detourdispatches.com/img/ground/new_ground_hanging.jpg Hanging ground again http://detourdispatches.com/img/ground/new_angle.jpg Thanks again for all the help!400Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
Sorry, I put an arrow to the slot I am assuming. I uploaded a better picture too. The disconnected black wire is from the cord that connects power to the camper from my house, I believe it's the 30 Amp cord. http://detourdispatches.com/img/photo_bigger.jpg400Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
Reddog1 wrote: My bet is it will be very simple when you find the problem. Finding it may not be so simple. :B You have not commented on my suggestion of using an Ohm meter. This suggest to me you have not used one. I really encourage you to look into Ohm meters, they can be your best friend. The basic use will be of great value to you. If you have access to Harbor Freight, the meter is as cheap as $3 on sale. It also has a volt meter, AC and DC. A very valuable tool, even in the cheap (inexpensive) versions. Luckily I have an ohm meter at home so I will definitely try it. Only used it on a motorcycle so it'll be interesting figuring it out on the camper.400Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
ticki2 wrote: Or a hot wire is touching ground ( hot to ground ) . I'm thinking there is a hot wire touching the skin or some other ground . Can you give me a little more detail as to what that means? What should I be looking for when I get my eyes on it this evening? Thanks for the help, I'll be glad once this is over.162Views0likes0CommentsRe: C-750 Runabout Electrical Question
I inspected all the wiring coming from the breaker last night and everything looked really clean and nothing was fried or melted. Almost looked new. My extension cord got a little black. If there is a short in the system where might it be if it's not around the breaker? No appliances were running or plugged in only a couple lights were turned on....161Views0likes0Comments
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