Hook up .
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young thomas replied on 14/01/2019 19:28
wye replied on 14/01/2019 19:32
young thomas replied on 15/01/2019 07:34
Posted on 15/01/2019 07:34
by changing the plug, does this mean you will only be able to use that particular cable at home?
the adapter is useful as it converts the EHU cable to flat pin witnout changing the cable which is used on site...
similarly, a continental adapter makes use of the same cable when we require a two pin connection.
wont you need another EHU cable for site use, or do you have a spare?
i also have a second EHU cable (1 long and 1 shorter one) but can make extra use of this iif the bollard is a long way from the van. even joining them of reqd.
by changing the plug to a flat pin one (rather than using an adaptor) have you lost some versatility?
just a thought...
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replied on 15/01/2019 07:48
Posted on 15/01/2019 07:48
I have a dedicated cable for home use even though I use an adaptor. It works for me as I have 2 spares in addition. My EH lead though is powered from within the garage and is clipped in place up to the point that it exits. I do have two power outlets that I choose not to use on either end of our bungalow. If I used one of these I would still use a dedicated cable as I would use a relatively short cable to the caravan. It all depends on location of caravan and other factors.
young thomas replied on 15/01/2019 08:18
Posted on 15/01/2019 08:18
yes, I have two cables, but don't regard one as 'dedicated for home' as it's very rarely used there.....SP takes care of all charging...
the point was that my two can both be used when pitching should this be the case.....an altered cable wouldn't.
as I sometimes use two (together) and when only one is required I chose the most appropriate length one...versatility.
if I also wanted a dedictated one at home, I'd need three....
perhaps, like you, Harry is made of EHU cables
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replied on 15/01/2019 08:51
JVB66 replied on 15/01/2019 09:40
hitchglitch replied on 15/01/2019 10:23
Posted on 15/01/2019 10:23
Yes,an RCD is essential. You may want to read my thread on this subject in Caravan and Motorhome Chat (probably not!).
I have an old hook-up lead that is permanently clipped around the wall in the garage and fed from a 13 amp plug with RCD. I only plug in occasionally to charge the battery in the motorhome (although I have a solar panel so not really needed) or cool the fridge if going away. The cable goes easily under the garage door and when not in use the excess is coiled over some hooks to keep it tidy.
For interest, the regulations for caravan sites state that the bollard must be within 20 m of the pitch, hence the 25 m standard hook-up cable.
EmilysDad replied on 15/01/2019 11:02
Posted on 15/01/2019 11:02
For interest, the regulations for caravan sites state that the bollard must be within 20 m of the pitch, hence the 25 m standard hook-up cable.
Is that just for 'over here' or Europe in general? I ask because I've used a bollard 'over there' that was in effect just an extension lead from another bollard. 😉
JVB66 replied on 15/01/2019 11:39
Posted on 15/01/2019 11:02 by EmilysDadFor interest, the regulations for caravan sites state that the bollard must be within 20 m of the pitch, hence the 25 m standard hook-up cable.
Is that just for 'over here' or Europe in general? I ask because I've used a bollard 'over there' that was in effect just an extension lead from another bollard. 😉
wye
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