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12-26-2015, 04:30 PM
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Joe,
I thing the electrical receptacle was installed in the event the owner ordered a small Insta-hot unit, I have one and it plugged into the outlet under the sink.
One of the problems though was the instahot did not have a switch, which was a problem because it does pull ~800 watts and if it's let plugged in continually goes through a heating cycle.
To solve that problem I put a separate switch on the front of the cabinet below the sink. I got one that was lite, I wired it Red for off and Green for on.
You could probably do the same thing right under countertop where the stove is located.
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12-26-2015, 06:38 PM
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"Formerly Diplomat Don"
Newmar Owners Club
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Joe, nice install. The plexiglass filler matches nicely.
Here is a switch that I've used in the past to add an easily accessible on/off switch. If you don't have a switch, it's very easy to accidently turn the unit on.
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-F7C016q...=Outlet+Switch
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12-26-2015, 07:35 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MSHappyCampers
It wouldn't be practical to use it without running the generator. It pulls 15 amps at full power (1800 watts), and we only have a 2000 watt inverter.
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That is why I would not do without a gas cooktop. Not about to run the generator just to fry some eggs.
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12-26-2015, 10:09 PM
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"Formerly Diplomat Don"
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We have an all electric coach. Typically, when you're making breakfast, there is more than just frying eggs going on where a generator is needed while boon docking. I also carry a portable single burner butane stove that works well if my wife just wants to heat some water for tea or coffee.
I guess the thousands of people buying all electric RV's should sell them because they can't make eggs! Sometimes you should think before making a statement that only applies to your situation!
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12-26-2015, 10:24 PM
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Tiffin Owners Club
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Hi Joe,
What a fantastic job you did on the installation of your induction cooktop. I'm sure your wife will enjoy cooking your next meal on it.
Sammie
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12-27-2015, 06:46 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don
Joe, nice install. The plexiglass filler matches nicely.
Here is a switch that I've used in the past to add an easily accessible on/off switch. If you don't have a switch, it's very easy to accidently turn the unit on.
Amazon.com: Belkin Conserve Power Switch: Electronics
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Thanks Don! I didn't know they made a switch like that! Only problem is the AC outlet is on the side wall and I can't reach it without squeezing myself up inside the cabinet!
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12-27-2015, 06:47 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
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Thanks everyone for your nice comments!
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12-27-2015, 06:48 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jacwjames
Joe,
I thing the electrical receptacle was installed in the event the owner ordered a small Insta-hot unit, I have one and it plugged into the outlet under the sink.
One of the problems though was the instahot did not have a switch, which was a problem because it does pull ~800 watts and if it's let plugged in continually goes through a heating cycle.
To solve that problem I put a separate switch on the front of the cabinet below the sink. I got one that was lite, I wired it Red for off and Green for on.
You could probably do the same thing right under countertop where the stove is located.
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Thanks Jim! That explains it!
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12-27-2015, 07:01 AM
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Joe, just to follow all the other accolades terrific job!
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12-27-2015, 07:10 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don
Joe, nice install. The plexiglass filler matches nicely.
Here is a switch that I've used in the past to add an easily accessible on/off switch. If you don't have a switch, it's very easy to accidently turn the unit on.
Amazon.com: Belkin Conserve Power Switch: Electronics
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Wish it had a higher rating ... pretty good but not much margin.
120V~/15A/60Hz/1800W
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12-27-2015, 07:32 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bruceisla
Wish it had a higher rating ... pretty good but not much margin.
120V~/15A/60Hz/1800W
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Multi-outlet power strip?
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2000 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 40PBD
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12-27-2015, 07:52 AM
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Very nice job Joe, you are probably the hero at home (at least for a day)
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12-27-2015, 10:41 AM
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"Formerly Diplomat Don"
Newmar Owners Club
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Those switches come in higher ratings, I just showed what they look like.
Joe.....they also make remote controlled switches that do the same thing. Here is a link to Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&key...l_6ws35e4nh2_b
I bought a three pack of Stanley remote switches at Harbor Freight. I use two of them on my two TV's I rarely use so that they are not on all the time. I use the third one on my microwave so that it's not always on when I'm on inverter. They work well and use a small remote.
Here are the Stanley models at Harbor Freight http://www.harborfreight.com/indoor-...-pc-68759.html
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12-27-2015, 11:45 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don
Those switches come in higher ratings, I just showed what they look like.
Joe.....they also make remote controlled switches that do the same thing. Here is a link to Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&key...l_6ws35e4nh2_b
I bought a three pack of Stanley remote switches at Harbor Freight. I use two of them on my two TV's I rarely use so that they are not on all the time. I use the third one on my microwave so that it's not always on when I'm on inverter. They work well and use a small remote.
Here are the Stanley models at Harbor Freight Indoor Wireless Remote System 3 Pc
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WOW! Thanks Don! That looks like the answer!
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