TV only works through inverter

[Groveite]

The TV has stopped working when on shore power but works fine with inverter on. Any suggestions what might be the cause? Engine off and keys out...

[foglght]

First question is about what is powered by the inverter. Is it just the one TV outlet? Is it only that outlet that does not work when on shore power? Did you try to run an extension cable to another outlet to see if it works?

If it is just the one outlet that does not work then it seems like a problem with the pass through on the inverter itself, or there is a breaker that is just for that outlet that tripped.

[Groveite]

Originally Posted by foglght

First question is about what is powered by the inverter. Is it just the one TV outlet? Is it only that outlet that does not work when on shore power? Did you try to run an extension cable to another outlet to see if it works?
Yes it is only the front TV, all other outlets are alive and well.
If it is just the one outlet that does not work then it seems like a problem with the pass through on the inverter itself, or there is a breaker that is just for that outlet that tripped.

I believe the pass through on the inverter is the culprit but.....I left the inverter on overnight (it is normally off and has only been used maybe 5 times in nearly 3 years) and remembered to shut it off this morning. The TV remained powered. I wish I could say I fixed it ! The upside is that all is well now and it is clearly time for me to study up on the care and feeding of the inverter. My guess is that not using it for a long period
might have caused the switch to get"sticky".
Thank you for your help.This is one of the most useful forums I have ever found, populated by kind and helpful folks.