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Old 09-26-2017, 12:16 AM   #18
Love2camp
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State: Florida
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THOR #8840
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Originally Posted by JamJanTan View Post
I recently pulled into a site and the 30 amp plug had an open ground. I have a 30 amp rig. The host could not get maintenance until the next day. I checked the 50 amp and found it to be fine so plugged into 50 amp and used it. The next day the electrician? Came and changed out the 30 amp plug and problem solved. He recommended that I always use the 50 amp outlet when available. I know the main 30 amp breaker in the motorhome should protect the electronics, etc. The question to those electric minded individuals. Is it a good general practice to use the 50 amp circuit with an adapter to run my 30 amp coach? I don't have a fancy electric monitor system (on the wish list) just a cheap surge protector. Thanks in advance for your advice.
The simple answer is no. The cord will burn before the breaker will trip as the cord is only rated for 30amps....
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