You arrive at the campground –
about to connect your truck camper to the
power pedestal- there is a moment of hesitation.
Are you confident the pedestal is wired correctly?
Is there an open neutral? Are the lines properly phased?
What protection do you have against a bolt of lightning
that strikes a telephone pole a 1/2 mile from
the campground during a thunderstorm?
Should you encounter a power surge, have you considered the cost of replacing your electronic equipment? Such as the computer(s) that are filled with your financial or medical records and family photos, Kindles/iPods, the microwave, refrigerator, and HD television. The camper’s equipment, such as slide-out(s) and jack motor control boards?
With today’s RV containing sophisticated and sensitive electronics ($$$), faulty electric power or a power surge can damage these appliances or electronics
Question – Should you encounter an electrical surge that damages your truck camper’s electronics, do you feel strong enough and know how to hand crank in your slide-out(s) and raise your jacks?
Two options from one manufacturer
Hardwire internally OR mount on the pedestal
Consider
Surge protectors are essential safety devices.
Just as crucial to you and your family’s safety as the CO2/LP gas and smoke detectors.
Any suggestions or comments – good or bad – don’t hesitate to contact us at
webmaster@northeast-truckcampers.org. Thank you.