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The Ceramic Heater product details say not to use it in a bathroom, as the heating elements will rust and fail prematurely. Not sure it matters that much at this price point.
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Something to consider for sure. Mine is in the closed toilet room with only a sink.
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02-21-2019, 10:08 AM
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Good to know, I rarely ever use the inverter but if I do I turn all the big draw items off.
Do the inverters have this info of which wave each unit is?
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If your coach is wired properly you won't be able to run big draw items on the inverter as it can't power them, unless you plug a bunch of high draw items into outlets that are inverter powered.
If you look on the inverter (or look at the manual that came with it) you will find the model number. If the book doesn't tell you, google the model number and for sale listings will tell you.
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02-21-2019, 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by oscarvan
If your coach is wired properly you won't be able to run big draw items on the inverter as it can't power them, unless you plug a bunch of high draw items into outlets that are inverter powered.
If you look on the inverter (or look at the manual that came with it) you will find the model number. If the book doesn't tell you, google the model number and for sale listings will tell you.
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Will do, thanks.
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02-21-2019, 02:59 PM
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Looks like my inverter is Modified sine wave. I rarely ever use it on its own.
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02-21-2019, 03:05 PM
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Does it have the option of a drain hose? Or could it be modified for one?
There are times of the year (humid summers) when I'm not around to empty a bucket...
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I looked the unit over and did not see a factory drain connection, I do believe one could drill a hole on the basin front and install a drain tube to gravity feed into a sink.
It does have a full tank switch shut off.
It took mine 12 days to fill 3/4 during our rainy season. 
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02-21-2019, 03:06 PM
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02-21-2019, 05:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Ucbyrickg
Looks like my inverter is Modified sine wave. I rarely ever use it on its own.
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Many people run the inverter to power the reefer when traveling. When in doubt about compatibility, unplug it before switching to the inverter. I forgot once and had an electronically switched table fan (a small tower fan) go up in smoke (no visible fire). It was not "on" ... just plugged in. I am not the only one.
https://forum.solar-electric.com/dis...wave-inverters
As for me, my inverter is always switched off. That way, I at least have a reminder and can think about what is plugged in.
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02-21-2019, 05:28 PM
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Funny, my inverter is always on. The fridge is residential and won't cool without 120V. All phones, pads and laptops, some of which I use while driving, are plugged in to 120V. The clock in the microwave doesn't lose time..... 
I've never fried anything, and the way the coach is wired I can't try to power anything that shouldn't be powered with it.
That said.... there's a pure sine drop in exchange in the mail. Will be installing it next week.
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02-24-2019, 05:57 AM
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Great, thank you!
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02-25-2019, 09:46 PM
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Does it have the option of a drain hose? Or could it be modified for one?
There are times of the year (humid summers) when I'm not around to empty a bucket...
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It is supposed to shut off when the bucket is full. If any doubt, when you are away, use DampRid instead.
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02-26-2019, 10:02 AM
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I purchased a small 350 Watt Handy Heater this past fall to use in the toilet area of our coach. It works fantastic. Hi and low fan settings and a thermostat to keep the temperature consistent. We are very pleased with the performance of this little heater. The high fan setting is a little loud at night but we only run it on low.
We only use electric IR space heaters in our coach for heat. This one is very similar to the one in the OP and it works well. $12.99
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02-26-2019, 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by AKIQPilot
I purchased a small 350 Watt Handy Heater this past fall to use in the toilet area of our coach. It works fantastic. Hi and low fan settings and a thermostat to keep the temperature consistent. We are very pleased with the performance of this little heater. The high fan setting is a little loud at night but we only run it on low.
We only use electric IR space heaters in our coach for heat. This one is very similar to the one in the OP and it works well. $12.99
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Nice, I haven’t seen that one. Is it direct plug or a cord?
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02-26-2019, 08:52 PM
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Nice, I haven’t seen that one. Is it direct plug or a cord?
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Direct plug in. You can plug it in to a receptacle that is vertical or horizontal. The prongs of the plug on the back of the unit swivel to fit vertical or horizontal electrical receptacles.
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02-28-2019, 03:58 PM
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Direct plug in. You can plug it in to a receptacle that is vertical or horizontal. The prongs of the plug on the back of the unit swivel to fit vertical or horizontal electrical receptacles.
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Sounds almost identical, nice.
Thanks
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