02-27-2011, 04:41 PM
LouWhoRear AC
Is it possible to run the front AC on the generator when traveling, 1991 Barth? We had an AC hose pop off and were unable to find a switch to run the front AC unit? Any help is appreciated.
02-28-2011, 09:18 PM
RustyWelcome to the Forums!
I'm not sure I understand the question...
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
03-01-2011, 03:17 AM
vdubnutThe front AC runs like it does in your car, the compressor is powered by a belt/pulley on your engine... Rather than an electric motor like a roof-top AC.
So, you wouldn't be able to run the front AC off the Generator unless you run the front AC compressor off an electric motor. (not what you want to do.)
03-01-2011, 07:11 AM
Dick DubbsI suspect this person is refering to the 110V ceiling AC
03-01-2011, 07:55 AM
Bill N.Y.I have 2 roof mounted a/c units and can run them both off of my generator while driving.
My generator is 7k. Kohler 7CKM21
03-07-2011, 07:23 PM
LouWhoI was refering to roof mounted AC's. Is there a switch or lock out? With the generator running only our rear AC ran. Thanks! Lou
03-07-2011, 07:54 PM
RustyDoes the front A/C work on shore power?
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
03-07-2011, 08:42 PM
BonesA friend called me about his RV with 2 roof a/c units. He said he could only use his rear a/c when plugged into shore power. He did finally find a switch to pick which a/c unit would run when plugged in. He wanted to wire it so both could run. I told him not with a 30amp connection.
He can run both with the genny.
