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Old 05-18-2018, 07:55 PM   #13
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 27.1
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It’s easy to imagine a scenario where an RV owner can hook up with adaptors in such a way that at least the 30-Amp cable from pedestal to motorhome gets overloaded. That could lead to a fire and or shorting out, which “could” cause other damage.
Only if there is a fault between the "adapter" and the input breakers in the RV; or somebody "rigged" something.

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wiring beyond the 50-Amp breaker at pedestal should be capable of handling all 50 Amps,
That's like saying the power cord to my 3 amp appliance should be capable of handling all 20 amps available at the outlet. Not codified anywhere.
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