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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 9:40pm

Absolutely all RV owners should know of the potential hazard of electrical shock because of many problems from shore power such as bad grounds. Which is why I use this devices to help insure I can recognize potential problems and help reduce voltage spikes from shore power.

http://trci.net/products/surge-guard-rv/hardwires-portables/30a-portable-surge-protector
]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 21:40:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99885#99885 grounding an R-pod : Thanks for the very useful references.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99883#99883 Author: lostagain
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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 9:25pm

Thanks for the very useful references.  ]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 21:25:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99883#99883 grounding an R-pod : This series of articles about... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99875#99875 Author: Davidb
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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 6:57pm

This series of articles about RV electrical safety is a must read.
I purchased the book also.
I even had personnel read it at work where we see this problem very often connecting laboratory trailers on oil and gas drilling rig sites.

http://noshockzone.org/rv-electrical-safety-part-1/

https://www.amazon.com/No~Shock~Zone-Electrical-Safety-Michael-Sokol/dp/0990527913

David

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 18:57:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99875#99875 grounding an R-pod : Glad it was so easy and that you're... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99868#99868 Author: Tars Tarkas
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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 5:34pm

Glad it was so easy and that you're still alive!😁 Thanks for letting us know.

TT]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 17:34:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99868#99868 grounding an R-pod : Actually... nothing as complicated.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99858#99858 Author: Farrell
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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 3:56pm

Actually... nothing as complicated. Just bought a new power cord and it solved the problem!]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:56:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99858#99858 grounding an R-pod : Originally posted by FarrellThx... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99844#99844 Author: DavMar
Subject: 10684
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 12:48pm

Originally posted by Farrell

Thx everyone! I started out looking for what would be the easiest cause to fix and hit pay dirt. It turns out the power cord was faulty. Phew! Glad I found this forum!


So tell us HOW did you find out you had a bad power cord? Was it the 30 amp cord or a regular 15-20 amp power cord that you plugged into an adapter? Inquiring minds would like to know!
]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 12:48:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99844#99844 grounding an R-pod : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99821#99821 Author: Leo B
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 8:36pm

LOL]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:36:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99821#99821 grounding an R-pod : Originally posted by FarrellQuestion...is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99820#99820 Author: fwunder
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 8:34pm

Originally posted by Farrell


Question...is there a way to ground the camper?

You could get married. Then you wouldn't have to carry an extra cooler for the beer too. Just sayin. And reminiscin...

fred
]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:34:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99820#99820 grounding an R-pod : Whew! I'm glad you found... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99818#99818 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 8:26pm

Whew! I'm glad you found that out.]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:26:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99818#99818 grounding an R-pod : Thx everyone! I started out looking... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99817#99817 Author: Farrell
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 8:09pm

Thx everyone! I started out looking for what would be the easiest cause to fix and hit pay dirt. It turns out the power cord was faulty. Phew! Glad I found this forum! ]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:09:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99817#99817 grounding an R-pod : Frustrating not hearing back from... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99813#99813 Author: Tars Tarkas
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 6:15pm

Frustrating not hearing back from Farrell.  I hope s/he wasn't electrocuted!

TT
]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 18:15:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99813#99813 grounding an R-pod : Extensive thread on this in the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99796#99796 Author: Retiree-Pod
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 10:13am

Extensive thread on this in the "Manual"
 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4748&title=important-check-this-every-time-you-set-up

Could be a deadly situation!  PLEASE check and keep on it until you have the answer.  Much help available here.

Good Luck
]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:13:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99796#99796 grounding an R-pod : If you are in a place with hookups,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99787#99787 Author: GlueGuy
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Posted: 19 Sep 2017 at 12:43pm

If you are in a place with hookups, it is relatively simple to run a quick voltage test between the pipe for a water spigot and the frame of your R-pod. Most water spigots are on a metal pipe that goes into the ground; hence, it's "grounded". If there is any potential between that pipe and the frame of your R-pod, then there is a break in the connection between shore power ground, and your R-pod ground. 

It doesn't tell you where the problem is, but it tells you it exists.
]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 12:43:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99787#99787 grounding an R-pod : Originally posted by TheBumMost... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99786#99786 Author: furpod
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Posted: 19 Sep 2017 at 12:10pm

Originally posted by TheBum

Most (all?) surge protectors test for proper grounding also.


most of the better ones do, yes.
]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 12:10:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99786#99786 grounding an R-pod : Most (all?) surge protectors test... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99780#99780 Author: TheBum
Subject: 10684
Posted: 19 Sep 2017 at 10:37am

Most (all?) surge protectors test for proper grounding also.]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:37:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99780#99780 grounding an R-pod : It's easy to test for proper... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99751#99751 Author: lostagain
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Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 7:04pm

It's easy to test for proper polarity.  You can buy a tester for very little money and check what's coming into your pod.  In addition to the tester, you may need a converter so you can plug in the tester to a standard 15/20 amp plug instead of the 30 amp plug.  Here's a tester as an example: Sperry Instruments GFI6302 GFCI Outlet / Receptacle Tester, Standard 120V AC Outlets, 7 Visual Indication / Wiring Legend, Home & Professional Use, Yellow & Black

As others have said, this can be a dangerous situation so don't let it go unfixed.
]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2017 19:04:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99751#99751 grounding an R-pod : Yeah, this can be very serious.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99750#99750 Author: Tars Tarkas
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Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 6:39pm

Yeah, this can be very serious.  GlueGuy is probably exactly right.  Either there is something wrong with the source of your electricity or the with your extension cord.  Are you plugged in at home or a campsite?

Feeling a tingle is bad, but with damp ground and bare feet the feeling could be a lot worse.  If a four-footed friend happened to touch the steps with its nose or feet, it could be deadly. 

TT ]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2017 18:39:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99750#99750 grounding an R-pod : Originally posted by FarrellQuestion...is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99747#99747 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 10684
Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 4:39pm

Originally posted by Farrell


Question...is there a way to ground the camper? Every time
I step onto the stairs, I can feel the electric current.
Thx!
You have a reversed power/neutral/ground on your shore power. Make sure the shore power outlet ground is actually ground, and that there is a connection between neutral and ground. Power should only be present on the hot lead (black wire inside the outlet).]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2017 16:39:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99747#99747 grounding an R-pod : Question...is there a way to ground... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10684&PID=99746#99746 Author: Farrell
Subject: 10684
Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 4:34pm


Question...is there a way to ground the camper? Every time
I step onto the stairs, I can feel the electric current.
Thx!













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