50 amp RV...only 30 amp service available...?

[takepride]

Stan:

Mine will run both on 30 amps, but often is not happy. Also not a good idea to under-power AC units.

CW also has a 20 amp + 30 amp jumper that will emulate 50 amps if they are out of phase and the 20 amp outlet is not a GFI (kinda unusual at campgrounds, I find). At home, you can just run a 20 amp line (out of phase) next to your existing 30 amp. Or, re-wire to a 50 amp, like I ended up doing.

Remember, your charger is what really pulls some amps. Turn it off if you're trying to save draw.

[Algoma]

I have one of those Maximizer adapters but haven't found a campground I could use it at because of that GFCI problem. Most campgrounds have signs banning the use of these even if it did work. Works at home because I disabled the GFCI (my bad) on my 20A outlet.

[takepride]

Originally Posted by Algoma

I disabled the GFCI (my bad) on my 20A outlet.

Great idea! (Shame on you....)