Recommended Transfer Switch For 50 Amp Shore Power

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Ive got a 1992 37foot King of the Road 5th wheel RV that has 2 air conditioners. The shore line is 50 amp and the plug for the generator is a 30 amp plug so do I need a 30 amp automatic transfer switch or a 50 amp?

asked by: Chris L

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Since you'll be pulling 50 amp service you'll want the Progressive Dynamics Transfer Switch - Metal Case - 50 Amp - 120V/240V Item # PD52. This transfer switch will automatically switch over from shore power to generator power and back as needed. There will be a 25-40 second delay to ensure the power coming from the generator is properly transitioned to prevent damage to any components. You'll be able to plug your 30 amp generator into this transfer switch but will not be able to run both AC units running just off the 30 amp generator.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

Regarding the Progressive Dynamics #PD52 Transfer Switch, you should follow the directions provided in the installation guide, provided in the link below, and available on the product description page. If you are not familiar with electrical…

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Answer 2

A transfer switch is only going to have two receptacles to accept power from so you wouldn't be able to connect all of your systems together, but I do have a solution for you. You would need to use a 50 amp transfer switch like the Progressive…

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Answer 3

To replace your Dometic unit with a Furrion unit you'll want the Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Dometic Brisk Setup - 15,000 Btu #FR42PV. This unit comes with a plug in adapter for your Dometic distribution box so you can plug…

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With a transfer switch like the Go Power Automatic Transfer Switch #342GPTS you would have to use a second Transfer Switch #PD5110010Q to connect 2 of the three sources. Your shore power cord could also be used with a separate plug in for a generator…

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Answer 5

The Furrion RV Chill RV AC unit part #FR42PV is the way to go. We've tested the top brands of AC units and we found the Furrion units blow the coldest air and are a bit quieter than other options as well. This specific kit was designed to fit in…

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Answer 6

10 gauge wire like #10-1-1 for all of the main power circuits for the #PD4575K18LS8 would be great. When in doubt though 8 gauge will work great too. Especially when making longer runs. Also I recommend having a qualified electrician at least look…

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It is possible to use a 50 Amp transfer switch with a 30 amp setup since you plan on upgrading in the future however, the Furrion Transfer 50 Amp Switch is made for 50 Amp setups. I recommend to use Progressive Dynamics 50 Amp Transfer Switch part…

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The Furrion Chill AC units like the part #FR42PV are considered to be the nicest RV AC units you can get as they blow the coldest air, are among the quietest, and are very reliable as well. So I would recommend this over a Dometic.

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Answer 9

I reached out to Progressive Dynamics to find out if you could have the shore power on the Normally Closed position for the Progressive Dynamics Transfer Switch #PD52, and this is what I was told via our tech contact: "I think there is confusion…

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Answer 10

The Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner #FR42PV has a 6-pin adapter included on the wiring harness that makes it compatible with most RV AC systems, just like your older Dometic system.

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Answer 11

Realistically you should be using a 50A transfer switch like the: -Progressive Dynamics Transfer Switch #PD52. As using a 30A transfer switch would leave one leg of your panel unhooked, which isn't ideal. However, with that being said you can use…

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Answer 12

Even though the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger #PD4575K18LS8 is designed to use with 50-amp shore power, I confirmed with my tech at Progressive Dynamics that you can use the panel with a…

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