Advice on running Jayco Heritage from Generator

Submitted: Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 12:42

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AlanDel

Looking for some advice on the correct way to run the power from a 2500kw Generator into my Jayco Heritage.

We have solar panels on top and they do the job at most times. However, if we want to use the Generator, is it simply a matter of connecting the power cord from the van to the Generator.

I have a modified plug from the van to normal 240 volt (10 amp) and I am a little concerned that I may do some damage with the internal systems in the van.

Any advice on the correct way to go about it would be appreciated.

Alan

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Reply By: Member - GeeTee (NT) - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 12:52

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 12:52

Hi Alan,

What modification has been done to the normal plug? Has the 15A been changed to a 10A.

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Reply By: Derek from Affordable Batteries & Radiators - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 12:57

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 12:57

Hi Alan

You have already done what you need to the van cable.

Simply plug it into the genny.

Regards

Derek.

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Reply By: Member - Kiwi Kia - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 14:21

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 14:21

If you have modified the plug you may have insurance problems if you have the misfortune to submit a claim.

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Follow Up By: David N. - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 15:35

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 15:35

Rubbish!
Simply not true.
The 2Kva generator is incapable of putting out anything like 15 amps, so it's not an issue. The generator will simply drop out/shut down if too much is plugged in to power points etc in the van.
Basic common sense!

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Follow Up By: Member - Kiwi Kia - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 18:49

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 18:49

David N. The maximum output of the supply source has nothing to do with electrical regulations that may prescribe the type of appliance inlet plug that can be used. I sure would like to see you tell an insurance company (or a judge) that a regulation was 'rubbish'.

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Follow Up By: Redback - Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 09:05

Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 09:05

10 amp is legal now for vans, so insurance is no problem there.

Baz.

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Follow Up By: Member - Kiwi Kia - Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 09:13

Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 09:13

Thanks for that Redback.

Can you tell me where I can get that officially ? I have not seen any ammendment to AS/NZS 3000 or 3019, have I missed it ?

Thanks
Kiwi

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Follow Up By: Redback - Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 10:56

Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 10:56

When "All About 12volt" where still around i was getting a outlet for the camper for those occasional stays in van parks, the bloke running the shop told me that 10amp outlet or inlet were OK, you'll probably find now that van parks have 10amp outlet in their powered sites now too.

HERE YA GO

Baz.

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Follow Up By: Member - Kiwi Kia - Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 11:09

Tuesday, Apr 17, 2007 at 11:09

Sorry mate but that site has several things that I disagree with !

I certify electrical instalations and I do not agree with several of the items on that site. I will not certify anything less then an 15 amp appliance plug conforming to IEC 309, BS4343 or CEE 17. (these are design standards incorporating current rating, robustness and water proofing). Till you see an actual standard that says 10 amp fittings are ok i would stick with the 15 amp :-))

Kiwi.

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Reply By: Nav 8 - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 14:52

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 14:52

What type of generator is it? If it is a cheap unit don't do it. I know of three vans damaged using the cheap GMC units. If you have a good quality one no problem eg, Honda, Robin etc.... Nav.

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Follow Up By: David N. - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 15:36

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 15:36

Correct!

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Reply By: AlanDel - Sunday, Apr 15, 2007 at 11:55

Sunday, Apr 15, 2007 at 11:55

Many thanks for the advice.

Yes, I guess you could class my generator as a cheapie. It is a Carol HT3000LX whch I purchased on EBay for $580.00. Works well and I have plugged in euqipment like drill, grinder, radio etc which all worked well.

Some have said that the cheapies could cause problems. What problems do you forsee.

Within the van, I would be using lights, TV, set top box for Satellite.

Alan

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Reply By: jon c - Monday, Apr 16, 2007 at 20:54

Monday, Apr 16, 2007 at 20:54

Hi Allan
I have a 24ft jayco heritage and i use a 2000w honda generator with a good quality surge protector on the generator outlet,I have never had a problem with the internal electronics.

Cheers Jon c

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