The Converter works when you are plugged into a 110-volt power source at a campground etc.
A Converter is different than an Inverter. You say you were told that your RV is equipped with a Converter. A Power Inverter(like the one pictured above) is connected to the RV's 12-volt house batteries and "inverts" the 12 volt DC power to 110-volt AC power so you can run small electrical appliances in the RV.
#110 VOLT OUTLET GENERATOR#
You won't have any power to these outlets unless your RV is equipped with a Generator or Power Inverter. I would strongly suggest that if you are uncomfortable working with the electrical system that you take your rig to a reputable RV Repair Shop and have them take a look at it for you.Īs far as not having power available to any of the 110-volt outlets when not plugged into an outside 110-volt electrical source. If you go in blindly trying to fix the problem yourself, you may create even more problems that could result in a fire, etc. Since Auto Mate is no longer manufacturing RVs, I could not tell you where to get these electrical schematics, if you do not have them already. It seems that all RV manufacturers have their own unique ways of wiring their RVs. Good Sam Extended Service Plan is mechanical breakdown insurance for your RV, 5th Wheel, Trailer, and Tow Vehicle! FREE QuoteĮven though I am a firm believer in doing it yourself, I am also very hesitant in trying to work on problems with the 110-volt electrical system of an RV unless I have the actual wiring schematics for that particular model. The inoperable 110-volt outlet in your RV could be something as simple as a tripped breaker on that circuit in the electrical compartment of your RV or as complicated as problems in the actual wiring leading to the outlet. When it comes to the inner workings of the 110-volt system on an RV there can be many major or minor issues that would cause the problems that you are describing.
#110 VOLT OUTLET HOW TO#
I have come up with a few suggestions on how to resolve this problem. They replaced two relays to fix the problem.ĪNSWER Hi Gary, I have been doing a little research on trying to determine what exactly is going on with your RV, and based on my research I am going to assume that the model RV that you are talking about is the 1985 Royale.
I was told I have a converter on it! I had trouble with the charging system, the house batteries were not charging. Is there a 110 plug when running on batteries? I have checked all the plugs for 110 when on 12v but nothing! But I have one plug under the dining table that has nothing even when I on 110v hookup.
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