ATF: Landmark - Amp Chart
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HornedToad
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I have used the amp display on my Power Control System and isolated the different appliances to get an idea of the power usage for each one.
TxCowboy
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HT, how were you able to isolate the different appliances? I'd love to be able to do that.
On the display panel of the PCS, scroll to the screen that shows voltage and amps on L1 and L2. With as much AC power using items shut off, take note of the current (amp) draw on L1 and L2.
Use a note pad to take notes. Begin to turn AC power using items on one at a time. By on, I mean, power on and item working. For example, Fireplace power on and heat on it cranked to HH. Note the "change" in amps for the leg of power (L1 or L2) that has increased. This difference is the current draw for the item being tested. Write down not only the item name and current draw, but the leg of power (L1 or L2) that it's on. Later, confirm what breakers control what item and add a CB (circuit breaker) column to your table. You'll have a great trouble shooting resource for later
HornedToad
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I basically followed what Jim outlined...
to try and get a zero amp baseline I flipped the breaker to the converter to power it off and switched the fridge and water heater between LP & AC.
http://rvservices.koa.com/rvinformation/rvmaintenance/rv-converters-and-amp-draw.asp
Found this in a 5th wheel group. Thanks for your help.
Found this in a 5th wheel group. Thanks for your help.
busted2341
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That is a great article.....Thanx
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