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Originally Posted by Javi
Got no real answer to your question but to say that is why I have a hard wired EMS. Install and forget it...
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Originally Posted by sourdough
Power anomalies come without warning, and the type can run the gamut. I leave mine plugged into 50A when at home or traveling with an EMS on it. I use an 18"? 50A/50A dogbone for the receptacle as sort of a sacrificial piece.
I've lost multiple computers, freezer, fridge etc. to power surges/low voltage etc. I don't intend for the RV to get caught in that. I mean the EMS is only $350 or so. If it protected you from an incident and ruining a 3-4k fridge.....I'm good with that. Wear and tear is not a concern for me - I have it to do a job and things wear out. If it looks like it has been compromised in any way I would certainly replace it before going to a campground to "find out".  |
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Originally Posted by flybouy
Wear and tear? You worry too much. While your gargae plug may be in good shape transformers do fail. My EMS is herdwired, going on year 9 and plugged in most of the time.
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Yeah I guess I do worry about stupid sh#@
I think Im Gonna get a hardwired unit and keep this one for a backup.. I just don’t like things sitting out looking used and abused over the years.. I even use a marinco shore power cover just to keep the cord from getting UV damage or scuffs from laying on the ground
I just wondered about the long term reliability when plugged in 24 hours a day 365 a year