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12-20-2020, 08:54 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Lafayette, LA
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The need for Surge Protection at home
Having purchased the RV in Feb '16, we have traveled extensively. I'm a die-hard user of the Progressive 30AMP Surge Protection unit at campgrounds.
But, is there a need for that same surge protection in the RV building at home while the RV is plugged in to maintain the batteries. We have been on the same property and used that same electrical service for the last 27 years with no issues.
I'm beginning to question the need to plug in the RV through a surge protection system in my RV Building.
What do you think....???
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12-20-2020, 10:00 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Newark, NY
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We use a Progressive EMS no matter if camping, or just plugged in at home to keep the battery charged. Our power supply at home is 99% stable, but on occasion we get a quick brown out when someone tags a power pole, or a quick outage (2 or 3 seconds) for an unknown reason. Since this summer was unusually hot, instances were more than normal. It's just something we do.
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12-21-2020, 01:07 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Milpitas
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I use a Surge Protector no matter where I go or where I am connected, including the house. I've never heard of anyone having a problem with one that was connected, but have heard lots of issues with those that didn't connect. An ounce of prevention.......
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12-21-2020, 03:57 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Port Charlotte FL/Hinsdale MA.
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be sure you are using an EMS and not just a surge protector.
https://rvmentor.com/2019/11/24/ems-...o0_1M3_i4tQ-P0
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12-21-2020, 05:50 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Maplesville - Home Base
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Boudreaux
Having purchased the RV in Feb '16, we have traveled extensively. I'm a die-hard user of the Progressive 30AMP Surge Protection unit at campgrounds.
But, is there a need for that same surge protection in the RV building at home while the RV is plugged in to maintain the batteries. We have been on the same property and used that same electrical service for the last 27 years with no issues.
I'm beginning to question the need to plug in the RV through a surge protection system in my RV Building.
What do you think....???
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I use a PT-50X when I plug in regardless of where I am. At my home base I have had high voltage (above 132v) when a transformer serving my area failed, several periods of high voltage spikes (utility said it was a capacitor bank problem that they didn't know they had). The voltage spike issue happened early in the mornings and I really had to be a pia to get the utility to believe I had a problem. They finally put a recording voltmeter on my meter and after one morning they called to say they saw the problem and they fixed it the same day. They also thanked me for being a pia.
Utility companies provide very clean power most all the time, but.........
I also have 2 PT50X units. One to put in service in case the primary takes a hit.
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2006 GMC 2500HD CCSB 4x4 Duramax/Allison, Titan 52 gallon fuel tank, Prodigy Controller, B&W Companion Hitch
2010 Jayco Designer 35RLTS, Cummins/Onan RV QG 5500 EVAP, Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X, TST Systems 507 TPMS, RV Flex Armor Roof
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12-21-2020, 08:56 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: South Texas
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Yes, absolutely use it at home.
I had a lightning strike at home while my MH was plugged into shore power. WEIRD problems that shouldn't be happening. Was it the lightning strike? I can't prove it, but it seems likely.
I'm using a Hughes Watchdog these days.
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12-21-2020, 10:17 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: High ridge
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It's not only about surges, low voltages also ruin equipment.
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12-21-2020, 10:54 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Charles Town
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Not to change this thread but important addition. What is everyones favorite way to give a Progressive Industries EMS 30 protection from the rain? I left mine out in all kinds of weather and after about three years it quit and I realized it had a lot of water inside it. They made it good and gave me a new one but I am now reluctant to leave it out in the rain.
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12-22-2020, 06:39 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Maplesville - Home Base
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Racinforthefinish
Not to change this thread but important addition. What is everyones favorite way to give a Progressive Industries EMS 30 protection from the rain? I left mine out in all kinds of weather and after about three years it quit and I realized it had a lot of water inside it. They made it good and gave me a new one but I am now reluctant to leave it out in the rain.
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The newest models have a flip down "lid" over the socket to protect it from water. In 10+ years full time use I have only had one water intrusion issue and that was the old style without the "lid". No problems since and they stood by that one. I just put my spare PT50 in service while I waited for a new spare unit.
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KM4STL
2006 GMC 2500HD CCSB 4x4 Duramax/Allison, Titan 52 gallon fuel tank, Prodigy Controller, B&W Companion Hitch
2010 Jayco Designer 35RLTS, Cummins/Onan RV QG 5500 EVAP, Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X, TST Systems 507 TPMS, RV Flex Armor Roof
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12-22-2020, 11:30 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: North Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Old and soft
It's not only about surges, low voltages also ruin equipment.
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Speaking of low voltage, I have and use on occasion a Hughes Autoformer which will boost low input voltages +10%. So if you are only getting say 102 volts the Autoformer will boost the lower voltage to a safer ~112 volts (safer for your appliances that is). ~CA
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