Expert Answers about Generator Plug Adapters

• Tail Lights Go Dim with Headlights On
• Generally speaking, when a trailer is plugged in and the lights go dim this points to signs of a bad ground. I would first start off by making sure you have the correct trailer connector adapter which should be the Adapter 4 Way Flat to 6 Way Square part # 30104. Once this is checked you then need to move onto the grounds. There can be a ground for each trailer connector and each tail light. I recommend removing each of these, sanding down the surface, and then using new mounting hardware. Please...
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• Trailer Brakes Immediately Lock When Trailer Plugged In
• I think I know what is happening here. Does the adapter you are using have 5 pins in a circle, plus one in the middle? This is a 6-way connector, there are two generally accepted ways of wiring this connector. One method uses the center pin as the brake output circuit, the other uses the center pin as the 12-volt accessory power lead. If your adapter is wired one way, and the trailer is wired the other, your brakes will lock immediately upon plugging the trailer in. We offer a universal...
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• Troubleshooting Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter That Wont Fit on 2019 Nissan Pathfinder
• It looks like you've got the correct harness and we haven't seen any issues like this, but I can definitely help you out there. What I would do, on the factory plug that you've got, is take a circuit tester like the # PTW2993 and apply it to the each of the pins. You should have one pin that is constantly supplying power and one that is hot only when the brake pedal is pressed. I would start there and see what you come up with, just to make sure that you have the correct plug. We have...
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• Troubleshooting An Open Ground Error When Using A Surge Protector With Generators
• Your generators have a floating neutral so that's why you're receiving the open ground error. The solution to this is to plug the Hughes Autoformers Ground Neutral Bonded Plug for Generators # HU33FR into an open 15 amp outlet on the generators. You CAN NOT plug this into any outlets in your Lance 650, only on the generators. These plugs will clear your open ground error and allow your surge protector and generators to properly function.
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• Troubleshooting An E-6 Error Code With A Power Watchdog Surge Protector
• I spoke with the manufacturer and they stated that if you were using an adapter along with the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth and Emergency Shut Down - Hardwired - 50 Amp # HU27FR to step down to 30 or 15 amp service that the adapter could be the issue and would explain why you were seeing it in multiple locations. Since you have the hardwired version it is important to also check that you wired it with the correctly to match up with the RV power cord and from the Watchdog...
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• What Does Open Ground Error Code Mean for 30 Amp Shore Power Socket
• A single yellow light on the Camco RV Power Defender, part # CAM55312 that you referenced indicates an open ground like you can see on the picture I attached. This is typically caused by a broken wire or bad connection in side the socket/plug of your generator. So what this means though is that your 30 amp power socket can STILL work since your electrical path is between the hot and neutral pins. The ground is a path in case of a short in equipment. So basically you don't have as safe...
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• Troubleshooting a A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator Not Starting
• Some common issues when trying to start a generator like the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i are: 1. It’s low on oil. This generator requires 10W-30, you'll want to fill the oil until the upper mark of the dipstick is met. 2. It’s out of gas. Ensure the gas tank is full and that the gas is not stale. 3. The choke lever is in the wrong position. The starting dial switch needs to be in the starting position. 4. The fuel valve is closed or clogged. Check...
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• Solution For A 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 That Is Causing LED Trailer Lights To Flash
• The reason your trailer's lights are flashing is usually attributed to too little resistance given off of the tow vehicle to measure weather the light or not. An easy way to fix this is to use a 7-way with integrated load resistors like the 7-Way Trailer Adapter for Towing Trailers with LED Lights # C57003. This adapter will plug directly into the existing 7-way on your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 and will provide a new 7-way socket that will recognize LED lights.
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• Troubleshooting A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator Not Starting
• Along with the following steps for troubleshooting the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i, I'm also attaching a cutout from the troubleshooting instructions for this generator. If none of this works then you'll need to take it to a shop that can service generators so they can physically inspect everything. I believe these are the things you said you've checked already: 1. It’s low on oil. This generator requires 10W-30, you'll want to fill the oil until the...
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• What To Do If My 289-SUA2000i Generator Will Not Spark
• I would first want to check and be sure you are in fact getting power thru the spark plug on your # 289-SUA2000i generator. If you are getting power, but it is not sparking, the spark plug will need to be replaced. The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation. It will need to be replaced with one of the following; Torch E5T NGK BP4H Champion L95YC There are a lot of factors that can effect the spark plug (too much choke, high altitude...
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• Troubleshooting the AC Output Not Working on the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator
• If the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i is running but AC power is not available, you have one of the below issues going on. 1. AC Circuit breaker is open. 2. Fault in generator. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 4. Connected device is bad. To reset the AC circuit breaker, you will need to have the circuit breaker in the off position and restart the generator. Then put the breaker back in the on position. If you the AC output is still not working,...
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• Generator Will Shut Off After Running for a Minute
• There are a wide variety of things that could be causing your generator, like the A-iPower # 289-SUA2000I, to shut off after a minute of running it. The common things to check for are making sure it has enough gas, that the gas is not old, how long it has been since the generator was started, if the battery is strong, and if you have a plugged fuel line. If it has been a while since the generator was started or if the gas is old it could have plugged a fuel line or gummed up the carburetor....
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• Troubleshooting the Reese Pilot Brake Controller When Brakes Always Hot
• Good news, I can help you troubleshoot your brake controller. It sounds like it could be a wiring issue, the red wire from the controller is always hot and it should only be hot when the brake pedal is pressed. First thing I would check is that you have the correct adapter to install your Pilot Brake Controller in your 2004 Silverado. You would need wiring adapter part # 3015-P. You will need to cut off the black plug, wire the harness to your controller color for color, and plug into...
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• Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Protector - 50 Amp Showing Open Neutral When Plugged Into Generator
• If you are connecting the Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Protector - 50 Amp, # CAM55306, directly to the generator and getting an "Open Neutral" fault when then connecting to RV you most likely have an issue either with the generator outlet the cord running to your RV. I recommend inspecting the outlet, and the RV's power cord for damage, wear or loose connections.
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• Troubleshooting Stop/Turn Signals Not Functioning on a 2005 Porsche Cayenne with LED Trailer Lights
• First thing you want to do is test the 7-way on your 2005 Porsche Cayenne with a circuit tester like our part # PTW2993 to determine if the lighting functions are working correctly on the connector. See the attached picture to see what pin carries which circuit. You will want to have a buddy apply the different taillight functions of your Cayenne and then using the circuit tester check the appropriate pin for voltage. If this check out then you know the vehicle wiring is not the problem. Have...
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• Firman Parallel Power Kit Not Reading Correct Voltage At Plugs, And Plugs Don't Work
• I spoke with Firman, the manufacturer of the Parallel Power Kit for etrailer Inverter Generators # 333-0007, and they believe that you are most likely only testing one of the leads and the ground or the neutral. What you'll need to do is, test both of the hot leads together and they should read 120v. I have attached a picture of the schematic and which prongs to test on the 50 amp.
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• Troubleshooting Lost Power on a 1993 Fleetwood Limited RV Outlet with Generator
• From the sounds of the issue, there does not appear to be a problem with the controller or the converter. In order to find the cause of the issue, the best way to proceed is to plug into a shore power source and trace the wires all the way to the outlet that has no power. This sometimes is the case when an aftermarket generator is added to an older model RV like your 1993 Fleetwood Limited. You can test the wiring trail throughout to test to see if there are any shorts with a circuit tester...
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• Trailer Towed By 2004 GMC Sierra Applies Brakes Instantly When Trailer is Plugged In To Vehicle
• Are you by chance using a 7-way to 6-way adapter on the vehicle? There are two generally accepted methods of wiring the 6-way connector. One uses the center pin as the 12-volt accessory power feed, the other uses the center pin for the brake output voltage. If the adapter is wired one way and the trailer is wired the other way, the brakes are going to get 12-volts immediately upon plugging the trailer in. If you are not using the adapter, your trailer connector is most likely wired incorrectly....
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• Troubleshooting Tips For A Generator That Won't Start
• If your 4,500-Watt Portable RV Generator # 333-0005 is not wanting to start you can try the following troubleshooting steps: 1. Fuel selector switch set to OFF (O) position. Set the fuel selector to either GAS or LPG. 2. The indicator light is OFF or flashing red. The indicator needs to solid red to start the engine, turn the fuel selector switch to the off position and then back to either GAS or LPG. 3. Low oil level. Fill the crankcase to the oil fill line and ensure the generator is...
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• Troubleshooting A Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner That Wont Run On Generator Power
• Since everything is working when hooked up to shore power the generator power is most likely the issue. The Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Coleman Setup # FR42PV is going to require 3,000 watts starting power and 1,620 watts running power. If your generator doesn't have the capacity for that then I recommend the 4,500-Watt Portable RV Generator # 333-0005. This generator is rated for 4,500 starting watts and 3,600 running watts and can run off of propane or gas. It has...
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