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  • Is It Safe To Plug An RV Into Shore Power With An Automatic Transfer Switch
  • A transfer switch is installed to prevent power from being drawn from multiple sources (i.e. shore power, generator, inverter). The Go Power ATS # 34264403 you were looking at is for transferring back and forth from inverter and shore power. Transfer switches are wired so that one power source (typically shore power) will be dominate and when connected to it would automatically switch to it. If you were using an inverter to power your RV and then connected your shore power cord to the...
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  • Do the eTrailer Portable RV Inverter Generators Come With a Dual Fuel Mode
  • The 6,000-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generators part # 333-0002-2-0007 are not offered with dual fuel as with most inverter generators. In order to obtain dual fuel you would need to go with a standard generator like the Firman 7,125-Watt Portable Generator part # 333-H05751 which does have a dual fuel mode along with a 7,125 starting and 5,700 running watt rating.
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  • Power Requirements of Everchill 120V 324-000118 RV Refrigerator
  • Everchill recommends using a pure sine wave inverter to ensure a clean and consistent power supply to the compressor of the # 324-000118 refrigerator. The refrigerator draws 2.5 amps which would convert to 300 running watts. Multiply that by 3 to get the necessary wattage for compressor start-up, which would be 900 watts. So, in order to power your refrigerator you'll need an absolute minimum of a 900 watt inverter. This assumes that the refrigerator is all you're wanting to power with...
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  • How To Wire In a Power Distribution Box To Accept Power From Shore Power and a 12V Inverter?
  • You are correct that the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center # PD4135K is only a power distribution box and charger for your batteries. If you are going to run power to the Progressive Dynamics distribution box off of a shore power cord and an inverter you will need to also use a Automatic Transfer Switch # F30ATS. The transfer switch will allow from power to come from 2 different sources. When you disconnect your shore power or if the power were to go out it will automatically...
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  • What Is The Voltage And Amp Draw For The Advent Air 13,500 BTU RV AC Unit.
  • None of the AC units for an RV are 12V or 24V. They all are 120V. I'll use the Advent Air for example: Advent Air RV Air Conditioner - 13,500 Btu - White # ACM135. Rated: 120V. Air conditioner power draw (while running): 15 amps. Compressor power draw (while running): 9.9 amps. Fan motor power draw (while running): 2.6 amps. If you are in need of an inverter to turn your DC power into AC power to run an Air Conditioner I recommend going with the Go Power heavy duty sine wave. Go Power...
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  • Do You Need Teflon Tape For A Propane Pigtail Connector.
  • Yes, you will need teflon tape rated for use with propane. The MB Sturgis Propane Hose Assembly - RV Type 1 w/ Back Check x 1/4" MPT - 12" # 100473-12 does not have an inverted flare in it so it will require tape on the end leading away from the propane tank. An example of the inverted flare can be seen on the MB Sturgis Propane Pigtail - Stainless Overbraid - Type 1 x 1/4" Male Inverted Flare - 2' # 100833-24. If you look at the fitting running away from the tank you will see the flare. If...
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  • What Is the Warranty of the etrailer 3,200-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generator
  • The 3,200-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generator part # 333-0003 comes with a two year warranty. That said, we have had extremely positive reviews from these generators so it is unlikely you would ever need to use the warranty. We also have tons of replacement parts if anything were to happen outside of the warranty period as well. In regards to repairs, the amount of time to complete this would largely vary based on the issue. The headquarters for Firman (manufacturer) is located in AZ so...
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  • Progressive Dynamics Pure Sine Wave Inverter and Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger
  • It all depends on what your objective is, you need to have a system that meets your power demands. For RV's, the industry standard has developed to be AC/DC distribution panels combined with inverters and battery chargers all in one package. The Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger, # PD4045KA and the its other variations such as the 60 Amp, # PD4060K or 75 Amp, # PD4575K18LS8 are great examples. There are different manufacturers with varying sizes,...
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  • 2000 Watt etrailer Generator 333-0001 Engine Maker and Function
  • The 2,000-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start # 333-0001 does have an LED oil alert. The Firman brand has been making generators for over 17 years and I believe this model is at least 4 years old as it does utilize newer technology for the inverter. We are pleased to partner with them for our etrailer branded generator you referenced. I've attached some videos to assist further.
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  • Replacement For Winntec 6020 With Ill-Fitting Pigtail Hoses
  • We do not have a pigtail hose that is larger than the 1/4 inch, which is the standard size, and the Winntec 6020 is honestly something I would replace, as it has been recalled in the past. Due to this and the hoses not being available, I highly recommend going with a better quality automatic changeover regulator with standard size pigtail hose fittings: - Automatic Changeover RV LP Gas Regulator # 37207-30395 Then for a pigtail hose you can use any of the following, depending on the length...
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  • How To Determine How Long A Battery Will Last When Powering A Portable Fridge
  • Watts divided by volts equals amps, so 65 watts divided by 12 volts is going to equal 5.42 amps. Your battery should have an amp hour rating that you can divide by 5.42 amps and then you'll know exactly how long the battery can maintain the draw from the fridge. For example, the Go Power Lithium RV Battery # 34282738 has a 100 amp hour rating so you would get 18.45 hours out of the battery. That being said a fridge isn't going to constantly be running and depending on the climate you...
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  • What Is Needed To Run An RV Air Conditioner System With A 2000 Watt Inverter
  • An RV air conditioner system is going to pull roughly 100 amps per hour so you wouldn't be able to run it long enough with your current battery bank. RV solar unfortunately isn't at a point where it would replenish the battery bank fast enough to maintain the draw that your AC would put on it. You would need a much larger battery bank, a lot more solar panels, and peak weather conditions to accomplish what you're wanting. The only way you'd really be able to boondock and still run your...
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  • What Pure Sine Wave Inverter Is Needed
  • To calculate power consumption simply multiply wattage by the number of hours it is being used. Remember to consider type of current, AC or DC. The number of watts is equal to amps multiplied by volts. Your battery bank is rated in Amp Hours, AH. If you have a lithium chemistry battery you can use almost the entire charge before voltage drops below a usable range. If you have a battery bank that is lead acid chemistry, including those labeled as AGM or Gel, you can use at best half of...
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  • Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center, # PD4590K18LS8
  • The Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center, # PD4590K18LS8 is an AC/DC distribution panel and converter charger. The converter/charger operates at up to 90 amps and works with lithium-ion, flooded lead acid, AGM, and gel batteries, make the correct selection at time of install. If you are connected to shore power then the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger, # PD4590K18LS8, will as designed apply a charge to your connected battery...
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  • Decibel Output of etrailer 4,500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator
  • The decibel output the the 4,500-Watt Portable RV Generator - 3,600 Running Watts - Propane or Gas - Electric Start Item # 333-0005 has been tested to be 67 decibels at 25 feet away; for context, a normal conversation is 60 decibels. Obviously it will be louder the closer you get but overall this is a quiet system that is easy to use because of it has electric start and wheels so you can transport it easily.
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  • Question on Progressive Dynamics 5100 Series Transfer Switch
  • The Progressive Dynamics 5100 Series Transfer Switch, # PD5110010Q that you linked to will automatically reroute your RV's AC input from shore power to generator power when activated. While many manufacturers will source parts from the same supplier, the case that each unit is mounted in may be similar, but this is not the same item as available from Go Power simply relabeled. I may not be fully understanding what your objective is but if you are wanting to isolate your battery bank,...
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  • Do You Need To Add Additional Bus Bars To The PD RV Power Control Center With AC/DC Panel?
  • Not a silly question at all! No, you do not need add any additional bus bars to your Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger # PD4135K. The amount of bus bars on the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger # PD4135K will correlate to the amount of breakers on the unit, and will have everything you need.
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  • What Is The Purpose Of The O-Ring On A POL Fitting
  • No, there's no problem with having an O-ring on the end of your POL fitting like the Propane Hose - POL Pigtail x 1/4" Male Inverted Flare - 20" # 37207-30625. The O-ring is going to help eliminate the odor you're smelling by helping form a tighter seal.
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  • Can Go Power Solar Elite System be Expanded & Are Lithium Batteries Worth It
  • There's a lot here, so let's go ahead and take these one by one, yes you can still use a plug-in portable solar kit, and as far as lithium batteries, their cost can be justified, but it's hard to give a blanket statement about worth. Their value comes from the fact that you get more life out of them per use, and they last longer. For example, let's take the Go Power AGM RV Battery - 100 Amp Hour # 34276285 vs. the Go Power Lithium RV Battery - 100 Amp Hour # 34282738. The AGM battery can...
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  • How are RV Recliners With Heat and Massage Functions Powered
  • The recliners run off of 110V AC, using a standard 110V outlet. So, if your camper doesn't already have a power inverter you could use one like the Go Power # 34280176. If your loveseat is a Thomas Payne model, you can use the # 195-387595 replacement power cord if yours is missing.
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