Surge protector need???

[Crabbyguy]

Originally Posted by Kaadk

Well, in that case I have used mine in between my 30A extension and the trailer cord (which has the same twist locks like yours at the trailer end). You could just get the shortest cord you can find to run pedestal to PI, then run PI to trailer.


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Thanks! Put's my mind at ease.

[Hemlock04]

Originally Posted by elind

One thing to remember when installing a hard wired that is forgotten about. Most units have a time delay (2 minute 15 second delay) and when plug it in, run inside to turn on the A/C, BAM!!! No power!! Just wait, it's coming!!! It seems like for ever when your in a hurry.

I installed my HW30C the other day in my IKSS. I decided to put in the bathroom cabinet. It was tight because the cord itself didn't give you much leeway for error. I just ordered some plug ends and am going to re-install the unit - I wish I saw those pictures first... The time delay comes preset for 15 seconds and it suggests a change to 136 second if your AC unit does not have a built in time delay. I looked through the AC documentation but did not see if it comes with its own delay. Do any of you know if the Roo units have a time delay built in?

[Witch Doctor]

Originally Posted by Hemlock04

I installed my HW30C the other day in my IKSS. I decided to put in the bathroom cabinet. It was tight because the cord itself didn't give you much leeway for error. I just ordered some plug ends and am going to re-install the unit - I wish I saw those pictures first... The time delay comes preset for 15 seconds and it suggests a change to 136 second if your AC unit does not have a built in time delay. I looked through the AC documentation but did not see if it comes with its own delay. Do any of you know if the Roo units have a time delay built in?

More then likely your stat has a time delay in it only, one thing to remember, if you lose 110v and and your A/C is on, your time delay will not work from the stat. It's fed from the 12 volt side. So if your power went off and started 15 sec later again your Compressor would short cycle on you, because your stat was still calling for cooling, more then likely you would go into LRA on the compressor.Your EMS will protect from that, set the time delay to max mins...

[ov845]

Originally Posted by Witch Doctor

More then likely your stat has a time delay in it only, one thing to remember, if you lose 110v and and your A/C is on, your time delay will not work from the stat. It's fed from the 12 volt side. So if your power went off and started 15 sec later again your Compressor would short cycle on you, because your stat was still calling for cooling, more then likely you would go into LRA on the compressor.Your EMS will protect from that, set the time delay to max mins...

X2 That's what I did on our TT.


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[Hemlock04]

Originally Posted by ov845

X2 That's what I did on our TT.


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Thanks - I will do that when I add the plugs.

[craigster_mi]

Originally Posted by Archicamper

I have a portable unit and I added plugs in the bathroom vanity and connected it there where the cord comes into the unit. With the partition removed, I can open the door on the vanity and easily see the readout and I don't need to worry about hooking it up or securing it. I was also able to easily unplug it and move it to my new Roo!

this is basically what I did.

craig

[wmutkelaw]

Can anyone recommend a particular model surge protector?

[karrun]

Originally Posted by wmutkelaw

Can anyone recommend a particular model surge protector?

Haha, on this forum, you'll get a lot of arguments about what's the best model WDH, truck, etc. But honestly, you'll be hard pressed to get a better protector than a Progressive Industries Electrical Management System. More expensive than surge protectors, but has a lifetime warranty and covers you for so much more than just surges. Hared wired or removable, that's your choise. Progressive Industries RV Surge and Electrical Protection industry lea

[wmutkelaw]

Any particular model best suited for a Roo 19?

[karrun]

Originally Posted by wmutkelaw

Any particular model best suited for a Roo 19?

You will be fine with a 30 AMP model, unless you want to upgrade in the future.

[deartruc]

Originally Posted by wmutkelaw

Can anyone recommend a particular model surge protector?

Can't beat the Progressive Industries emc. Many have done the hardwired, like me. I pulled the power panel and mounted it to that. Big concern is the 30 amp cord. Very thick and stiff. Some like the portable. Gives you more options when you resell your camper. Dealer is not going to give you anything for mods. I like the HW display inside. Nice to see what's going on. especially as you power on equipment inside you can watch the amperage creep up. So when it says 26 amps and you're about to push that microwave button, you can think twice.

[wmutkelaw]

Progressive Industries PT30C 30 Amp Portable Electrical Management System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003AL23TC..._P44txbCFQC9Q0

So this would be a good choice?

[crunchman12001]

Originally Posted by wmutkelaw

Progressive Industries PT30C 30 Amp Portable Electrical Management System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003AL23TC..._P44txbCFQC9Q0

So this would be a good choice?

That would be your best choice. Here is where I bought mine. Might be a better deal , check shipping.
EMS-PT30C 30 Amp Portable EMS

[wmutkelaw]

Campgrounds are generally safe, but are these things high theft items? Is it possibly to use the portable version inside the trailers utility area, rather than at the power post?

[crunchman12001]

Chain it to the post with the included metal lock tab.

[ROCAMPER]

Originally Posted by wmutkelaw

Campgrounds are generally safe, but are these things high theft items? Is it possibly to use the portable version inside the trailers utility area, rather than at the power post?

See post #46 and #66.

[Hemlock04]

The portable unit is a good option as it can be used as a hardwired unit. The hardwired unit installed with plugs also gives you the option to remove it or bypass it if the need arises. I purchased the hardwired unit EMS HW30. It is a little over 200 dollars and install wasn't bad - about an hour and a half.

[Hemlock04]

Progressive Indistries 30 Amp Electrical Management System w Remote Display from tweetys.com

[TURBS]

Cheap out on your beer and food, not your surge protector


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[172av8r]

Originally Posted by TURBS

Cheap out on your beer and food, not your surge protector
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Life's too short to drink cheap beer!!