Using house current while parked

[Mark Meadows]

Hi , I’m basically new here and I’m wondering if there is a way to power my EL2 with an extension cord and adapter from a wall outlet. Thanks all

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Sure, you need an adapter to go from the regular household outlet and cord to the 30 amp RV connector.  you can get these from Amazon or local RV retailers.   I taped a ziplock over the cord/adapter connection to protect from rain when used outside.
 

[Mark Meadows]

Ok that seems simple enough, thank you. I’ll check Amazon 

[Steph and Dud B]

If you have lithium batteries you'll need to change a setting in the converter (Xantrex) to prevent tripping the 15A breaker at your house. It's setting #28. Change it to 15A or less.

[Frank C]

You just need an adapter cable like this and then a standard extension cord.  This will let you connect to one of your house 15 amp outlets.    But as mentioned above, this does limit you to 15 amps max current draw. 
Kohree RV Adapter Plug 30 Amp to 15 Amp 110V, RV Power Adapter 15A Male to 30A Female, RV Dogbone Electrical Adapter Cord 12" with Twist Lock & LED Indicator https://a.co/d/2ZZo15P

[topgun2]

Or, if you want to go cheap you could always do THIS

[Patriot]

1 hour ago, topgun2 said:

Or, if you want to go cheap you could always do THIS

Glow in the dark? 😅

[John Dorrer]

As Steph & Dud B stated. We kept tripping our son's breaker until Oliver provided guidance. #28 down to 15. Don't forget to switch it back. Using the phone app is easier to make the changes, so after unplugging turn on the inverter so you can pull up the phone app. Easy Peasy.

[Mark Meadows]

On 8/14/2023 at 12:24 PM, Steph and Dud B said:

If you have lithium batteries you'll need to change a setting in the converter (Xantrex) to prevent tripping the 15A breaker at your house. It's setting #28. Change it to 15A or less.

 

[Mark Meadows]

AGM batteries here . his is a little bit more complicated than I thought it would be

[Mark Meadows]

On 8/15/2023 at 6:28 AM, John Dorrer said:

As Steph & Dud B stated. We kept tripping our son's breaker until Oliver provided guidance. #28 down to 15. Don't forget to switch it back. Using the phone app is easier to make the changes, so after unplugging turn on the inverter so you can pull up the phone app. Easy Peasy.

thanks, Ill have to investigate. I just picked it up a week ago and I have more to learn

[Mark Meadows]

On 8/14/2023 at 12:58 PM, Frank C said:

You just need an adapter cable like this and then a standard extension cord.  This will let you connect to one of your house 15 amp outlets.    But as mentioned above, this does limit you to 15 amps max current draw. 
Kohree RV Adapter Plug 30 Amp to 15 Amp 110V, RV Power Adapter 15A Male to 30A Female, RV Dogbone Electrical Adapter Cord 12" with Twist Lock & LED Indicator https://a.co/d/2ZZo15P

I received it in the mail today. Thanks

[John Dorrer]

14 hours ago, Mark Meadows said:

thanks, Ill have to investigate. I just picked it up a week ago and I have more to learn

I posted an e-mail on another post. I would consult with Oliver as different batteries have different settings. Not exactly sure where to have you look, but Oliver will help.

[Mark Meadows]

Ok then I’ll do that. Thank you

[Shawna and Scott]

I have mine plugged into a receptacle in the garage. It has a 20amp breaker. We dont turn anything on except the lights occasionally and the heater pad in the winter. I use the adapter to attach to our 30 amp cable Oliver provided. 

Should I adjust the setting on #28 to 15 since we have a 20 amp breaker? 

[dewdev]

On 8/28/2023 at 3:20 PM, Shawna and Scott said:

I have mine plugged into a receptacle in the garage. It has a 20amp breaker. We dont turn anything on except the lights occasionally and the heater pad in the winter. I use the adapter to attach to our 30 amp cable Oliver provided. 

Should I adjust the setting on #28 to 15 since we have a 20 amp breaker? 

To be on the safe side, check with Oliver. 

I believe if you have LIthium batteries, yes you need to make the adjustment on #28, and set it to 20 amp in your case.

[Kansa]

I have tried to use my adapter (Marinco) and an extension cord and I get a popping sound inside the trailer I have 4. 6v AGMs is that the issue. I never had a problem with plugging in my old Jayco trailer 

 

[dewdev]

is your inverter turned off?

Are your getting a error message on your incoming power Progressive Industries monitor in the attic?