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cody91 
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Joined: 12 Feb 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 184 |
 Topic: 12 VDC outlets and shore powerPosted: 24 Jun 2014 at 11:07am |
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I recently installed a 12 VDC outlet on my 178 to use when camping without hook ups. Are there any issues with using the 12 outlets when connected to shore power? I have some small appliances that use the 12 VDC outlet (i.e. small cooler, air pump, radio, etc.).
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techntrek
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Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 12:37pm |
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Nope, no problems. Ultimately the power will come from the converter when you are plugged in. This will mean it is slightly higher - maybe 13.5 volts instead of 12.5.
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CharlieM
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Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797 |
Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 12:41pm |
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Assuming you installed it properly with at least #14 wire, preferably #12 or #10, no problem at all. Your converter will supply the 12 volt outlets while maintaining battery charge. Shore power will run your 120 volt appliances like A/C and microwave.
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Charlie
Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
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cody91
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Posted: 24 Jun 2014 at 1:22pm |
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Thanks for the response guys. I used 12 gauge wire. I also you the outlet to check the voltage with a plug in meter. It works great.
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12 VDC outlets and shore power