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stevo75

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Posted: 06/02/12 03:35pm

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Hello folks,

I'm in a seasonal where we can't use AC since it's only a 15 amp service. Any draw backs or potential issues to consider before I pull that cool wire from the screw terminal in the thermostat? My thermostat is low and I'm afraid my kids will flick it to cool, I do plan on changing it to a digital thermostat at some point also.

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Posted: 06/02/12 03:36pm

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Why not simply turn the AC breaker off at the breaker panel?

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Posted: 06/02/12 03:40pm

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donn0128 wrote:

Why not simply turn the AC breaker off at the breaker panel?

even better, thanks.

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Posted: 06/02/12 03:51pm

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With these electronic's and computer boards today, I'd think twice before pulling a wire on a hot unit. As Donn stated, just kill the breaker.

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Posted: 06/02/12 03:56pm

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Thanks folks, I'm still getting use to the infrastructure of these Camping trailers since this is my first time.

Of course I would have pulled the cool wire on both ends.

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Posted: 06/02/12 04:20pm

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Is there some value in keeping it powered up so that you can run the fan? If you have a wall themostat, just set the temperature up to its highest level and/or set it to a fan-only state.

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Posted: 06/02/12 04:23pm

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Hi,

Have you checked the voltage (under load) to see if it still might be adequate to run the air conditioner? Just use the microwave with a cup of water in it as a load and monitor what happens.

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