Connecting Portable Generator To Rv

How to connect a portable generator to an rv by alexander poirier.

Connecting portable generator to rv.

To connect a generator s output to your camper s 30 amp power input you will need to ensure the two share the same connector. A lawnmower battery will suffice for most rv generators. Plugging your rv into a generator also charges your house batteries. 30 amp power cords are available in both 3 prong and 4 prong formats.

Connect the negative and positive terminals of the battery to the corresponding terminals on the. Finally connect the generator to the rv by plugging in the connector cable of the rv s generator into the already set up portable generator. For larger generators use a car battery. Take the copper wire and connect it to the portable generator.

Connect a battery to the generator. Most rvs come equipped with a generator to give the rv electricity for lights and electronic devices. A portable generator supplies your rv and batteries with 120 volt power the same type of power you get when you plug in at a campground. Secure the battery next to the generator with the battery clamp ensuring that the clamp is screwed in tight.

The champion 3400 watt can run a 13 500 btu air conditioner. Some rvs however do not. Champion also makes a champion parallel kit so you can connect two champion generators 2800w or larger together and run one or two 15 000btu rv air conditioners. Part a10 3025ed is indeed a 30 amp cord but we have products specifically made for connecting your rv inlet to your generator.

You can then turn on the portable generator to start enjoying the. This allows you to use certain features you otherwise couldn t when you are only using battery power without an inverter.