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Lincolnboy2 · 02-10-2014, 03:15 PM

Also, here are some links that might help...

http://www.irv2.com/forums/f59/progr...on-116678.html

http://www.irv2.com/forums/f59/progr...ml#post1114497

http://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/remot...on-117752.html

09 harley · 02-10-2014, 05:43 PM

I installed a 30 amp hard wired unit in my trailer and it is great. The remote display is worth it also. It scrolls through a sequence of checks and will give you peace of mind that everything is ok. The unit is user serviceable and it is easily done by anyone. If you can install a light switch you can install the hard wire unit. One use for the remote display, some one takes a shower and uses up all the hot water, just wait until the amps being drawn goes back down to 3 or 4 and you know the element in the tank has shut off and you're good to go. No hassles with hook up like a portable unit and someone can't come by and steal it.

Lincolnboy2 · 02-11-2014, 09:05 AM

I tried to post this picture of my remote EMS display unit with the post yesterday but kept getting an error....here it is....

Dr4Film · 02-11-2014, 09:22 AM

Here's my 2 cents worth of opinion for your situation.

First, think about whether you may upgrade to a different RV sometime later that may have 50 amp service. If so then I would invest in the 50 amp model.

Second, if you are not handy with electrical stuff, then have the service people do the installation. Their labor rate is average and two hours is correct.

Third, if you are handy and could do the installation yourself, then there are web sites with these units for sale that are probably cheaper than what the shop would charge you for the unit.

Just do a Google search for the specific model that you end up deciding to purchase.

Dr4Film ----- Richard

Rossi6998 · 02-11-2014, 09:11 PM

After much research, I also purchased the portable 30 Amp version because of the features and lifetime warranty. I have not used it yet; however, my intention is to connect it to the power cord and lock the device in the compartment. Then, run a 30 Amp extension cord from the compartment to the RV Park power plug.

Barbara S. · 02-11-2014, 09:24 PM

Many, many years ago I bought the 30 amp portable unit and have been very happy with it. Last year I bought a motorhome with 50 amp service so the first thing I bought was a 50 amp portable unit. The first one that they sent didn't work and Progressive immediately sent a replacement (before I could even return the defective unit). I kept the 30 amp unit (glad I did) and have used it several times at places where I had only 30 amp service available. I like having the portable units and highly recommend Progressive Industries.

Dutch Star Don · 02-11-2014, 10:42 PM

Here's something I learned the other day when researching the Progressive unit. The 50 amp WITH THE DISPLAY, has a bypass in case there is a problem with the unit. The 50 amp WITHOUT THE DISPLAY has a wire you have to insert to bypass the unit during a failure. I bought the display unit.

MSHappyCampers · 02-12-2014, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don

Here's something I learned the other day when researching the Progressive unit. The 50 amp WITH THE DISPLAY, has a bypass in case there is a problem with the unit. The 50 amp WITHOUT THE DISPLAY has a wire you have to insert to bypass the unit during a failure. I bought the display unit.

Thanks for the tip Don!

jpharley · 02-12-2014, 08:42 AM

The bypass also allows one to run a portable generator since part of the EMS is to check for unprotected grounds and portable generators are usually not grounded. The bypass only disables part of the functions. Still works as a surge protector. Ours is hard wired and was installed during build.

Tom3205 · 02-12-2014, 11:09 AM

Oh My.... Us out west.. I surely hope you sanitized that water faucet before you connected the hose. Campground should never put water right next to sewer. Bad design.

Us out West · 02-12-2014, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom3205

Oh My.... Us out west.. I surely hope you sanitized that water faucet before you connected the hose. Campground should never put water right next to sewer. Bad design.

but not a problem Tom....thanks.

99-Am.Star · 02-12-2014, 05:29 PM

I have the Progressive 30 Amp portable. It came with my 5er when I purchased it used. One of the LED lights was out, so I called Progressive and asked if they would fix it even though I did not purchase it. They told me to send it in and shipped a rebuilt unit to my house NO CHARGE. They will be getting my business when I get my next 5er. I'll need a 50 Amp for that.....