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Old 10-02-2017, 05:50 AM   #1
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My husband and I are Rookies having a problem with generator powering as we drive. It starts we hear it running whatvare we missing No T.V. no micro no outlets. Suggestions..thanks
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My husband and I are Rookies having a problem with generator powering as we drive. It starts we hear it running whatvare we missing No T.V. no micro no outlets. Suggestions..thanks
If you don't have an automatic transfer switch then your power cord needs to be plugged into the generator output. Look for a plug in the compartment where your power cord lives.
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If you don't have an automatic transfer switch then your power cord needs to be plugged into the generator output. Look for a plug in the compartment where your power cord lives.
Thanks will check it out. We were stumped cause lights and frig work
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Thanks will check it out. We were stumped cause lights and frig work
Lights and frig run off your battery (12 volts), not the generator (120 volts).
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Lights and fridge run on 12 volt battery power and propane. They will work without the generator.

TV may not work while driving. Some have a safety interlock so the driver isn't distracted.

If you don't need to plug the power cord into an outlet that matches it, in the cord compartment, then check for circuit breakers on the generator.
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One more thing to check - make sure the generator circuit breaker(s) are not tripped. If they are tripped, the generator will still run but you won't get any power to the coach.
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One more thing to check - make sure the generator circuit breaker(s) are not tripped. If they are tripped, the generator will still run but you won't get any power to the coach.
Btw, the breaker is on the generator. My bet that this is the problem.
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