Do I Need To Replace A surge Protector After It Is Tripped

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If the surge protector activates, does it still provide this protection again or does it need to be replaced?

asked by: Edward B

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Your Camco RV Power Defender Circuit Analyzer # CAM55310 should be fine if you've only activated the surge protection once. Your unit is rated for 1,050 joules, and if you've had a 200 joule hit, in theory, you still have approximately 850 joules left, which is still really good.

Typically, you'll want to replace your surge protector every 2-5 years, but if you've had a frequent amount of hits you'll want to consider replacing sooner.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

The Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer #CAM55310 referenced in your question does indeed feature a weather-resistant housing that will protect it from the elements. This voltage analyzer will plug into a 30-amp receptacle at an RV park to…

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Answer 2

The Power Defender, part #CAM55310, is referred to as a voltage analyzer where part #CAM55312 is called a circuit analyzer but essentially it's the same protection. The difference is that #CAM55310 protects up to 1,050 joules while…

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The Camco RV Power Defender, part #CAM55312 can only withstand a single surge. It cannot reset its surge protector once its used, and will need to be replaced.

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Camco RV Power Defender Circuit Analyzer #CAM55312 will shut down power if there is a power surge. But it does not shut down power if there is low voltage detected.

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Answer 5

The Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer #CAM55310 will add about 2-1/2 inches of additional depth to your cord connection. Most of the panel doors will not close when you have a cord installed and this will obviously add more to that. It will…

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Answer 6

The Camco RV Power Defender Circuit Analyzer Dogbone #CAM55313 will tell you if the power outlet at an RV park is wired properly to prevent damage to the connected RV's electrics, but it does not correct for any mis-wired outlets. It is a…

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Answer 7

The Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer #CAM55310 will offer 1,050 joules of surge protection. It has a dual function of not only a surge protector but also a tool to determine if the power supply is correctly wired to protect your RV…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

The Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer #CAM55310 will offer 1,050 joules of surge protection. It will not give any indication if a surge has occurred but rather will trip the breaker in the panel upline from the unit. If that breaker is reset,…

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Answer 10

I spoke to my contact at Camco and he informed me that the Camco RV Power Defender Voltage Analyzer #CAM55310 that you referenced offers 1,050 joules of surge protection but it's primary function is to determine if a power outlet/pedestal is…

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Answer 11

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