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Post by krazee on Oct 24, 2016 9:40:15 GMT -5
I just purchased a new-to-me 2007 KZ Escalade Sportster 5th wheel Toyhauler. When I got home with it I plugged into a 110 outlet and everything(microwave, fridge, fireplace) worked. On Saturday I picked up an adapter to bring the 4 prong cord(50 amp)to three prong to fit an outlet in my garage. When I plugged it in the plug arced. My girlfriend was in the hauler at the time and when I went inside she said there had been a "pop" around microwave and when I checked there was no longer power to the microwave, fridge, & fireplace. I checked the circuit breakers and found the breaker for the fireplace was tripped and wouldn't reset. I'm not sure if the hauler circuit breakers are like a normal house breaker that you pull out to replace? Any thoughts?
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Post by lynnmor on Oct 24, 2016 11:18:28 GMT -5
Sounds like you have a 240 volt outlet in the garage. If a double breaker powers it, who knows how many things are damaged.
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Post by kmart4321 on Oct 24, 2016 16:40:44 GMT -5
I seriously hope your camper is insured. I fear you may have just put 240 volts through appliances designed for 120.
I would suggest you bite the bullet and get a professional involved before going any further.
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Post by krazee on Oct 25, 2016 8:33:07 GMT -5
Kind of had the same fears! Hoping only the converter went but am prepared for the worse! Thanks for the input, taking it to a shop when I get home from work Friday.
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Post by kmart4321 on Oct 25, 2016 15:13:29 GMT -5
Kind of had the same fears! Hoping only the converter went but am prepared for the worse! Thanks for the input, taking it to a shop when I get home from work Friday. Good luck. Keep us posted. It may be worth getting an electrician in to look at what's up with the outlet as well and make any necessary changes. |
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