My new 3500 started fine, but when I plugged in to the 30 Amp outlet, then started my A/C, it bogged down and the overload light wouldn't go off. Small, 17 ft camper. Only turned on air conditioner to test it. I was afraid to let it run that way long. Any tips? My new 3500 started fine, but when I plugged in to the 30 Amp outlet, then started my A/C, it bogged down and the overload light wouldn't go off. Small, 17 ft camper. Only turned on air... » Read More My new 3500 started fine, but when I plugged in to the 30 Amp outlet, then started my A/C, it bogged down and the overload light wouldn't go off. Small, 17 ft camper. Only turned on air conditioner to test it. I was afraid to let it run that way long. Any tips? « Show Less
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It depends on the size of your AC 10,000 BTU 16,000BTU ?? Should work on 10,000 or less. I would contact the Ramsond guys as they will replace it if it is defective. I have never had a problem with mine.
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You need to have it checked out and have it serviced. Double check grade of gas you r using also. We don't have any problem with our generator running the air or microwave.
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Not sure if I can help. You may get better response from the manufacturer. I would make sure you have reset the choke after starting (just to ensure you are getting the correct fuel-air mix), ensure you have the eco button turned OFF, make sure the fuel valve is fully open (you may want to cycle it on/off a few times to be sure). I use this on my sailboat and have used the 30A to tie direct to my AC input on the boat. However, I have never put more than approx. 1500W load onto it. Never really tried to load it up. Otherwise I am happy with performance. Hope this helps.
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it take's a lot to start the a/c but once it starts your ok. make sure again everything is not on. you could be charging the batterys if they did not have full charge. put the all the a/c setting on lowest. turn it on and if it start to bog turn it right back off, do this a couple of time and you should be running.
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I can only say it definitely will run your air conditioner. Mine works very good with air conditioner, electric water heater, refrigerator and any other electric that I have on. I can only guess the choke may have not been opened. 30 amps is surely enough for a small trailer. Wish I could give more help, as it sure should not overload.
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Save your money... It will not run an air conditioner .... My Honda 2000 does a better job.... If you want it for light duty... It's ok... Love the electric start !
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I had the same problem. I first replaced the over protection switch and the hi limit switch. heater then came on and as you have it just ran hot even in air dry, so I replaced the thermostat and the heater still remain hot and brightly glowing. I talked to a repairman and he said to check the heater for a short to ground. It was shorted. Replaced the element that only had one of the ceramic element holders broke. This fixed my problem. I hope this helps.
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Due to high humidity your safety tank is full. Move the a/c to a safe area, pull plug in back and drain it. FT means full tank
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Just barely. The sticker on it said the max amperage is 17.4 amps x 115 volts = 2001watts. I would go with a larger unit so you don't burn something out. I run with a 3500 and it does good but you have to be carfull not to run any other high power appliance with it.
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Don't know, I installed it in the attic last summer, put it in-line in the ductwork feeding one room because it was not cool enough, it work great as it forces more cold air into that room now. I did install a dimmer switch in the room that it supplied so I could regulate the speed and turn the duct fan off when NOT in use. I think the amperage was less than 15amps, because I used a 15amp dimmer switch mounted in the wall. After I installed the duct fan in the duct, I wrapped everything with insulation, so can NOT see the UL rating plate any longer. You should be able to Google the product name and find some info.... Don't know, I installed it in the attic last summer, put it in-line in the ductwork feeding one room because it was not cool enough, it work great as it forces more cold air into that room now. I did install a dimmer switch in the room that it supplied so I could regulate the speed and turn the duct fan off when NOT in use. I think the amperage was less than 15amps, because I used a 15amp dimmer switch mounted in the wall. After I installed the duct fan in the duct, I wrapped everything with insulation, so can NOT see the UL rating plate any longer. You should be able to Google the product... » Read More Don't know, I installed it in the attic last summer, put it in-line in the ductwork feeding one room because it was not cool enough, it work great as it forces more cold air into that room now. I did install a dimmer switch in the room that it supplied so I could regulate the speed and turn the duct fan off when NOT in use. I think the amperage was less than 15amps, because I used a 15amp dimmer switch mounted in the wall. After I installed the duct fan in the duct, I wrapped everything with insulation, so can NOT see the UL rating plate any longer. You should be able to Google the product name and find some info.... « Show Less
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Hello, You might try to unplug it from the wall outlet for a minute and plug it back in again. If it doesnt work try it again. If that doesnt help your control thermostat on the front panel on the unit might be defective. I never liked the Lifesmart Heaters because mine was bought defective right out of the box new. It increased my electric bill too because it ran constantly. I will never buy another one again. If you need a new thermostat control you have to take the whole unit apart. If you have some warranty left on it they might fix it at the factory if you ship it to them. My Lifesmart Heater has a help number located on the back panel or check your owners manual. I hope this helps you out. Hello, You might try to unplug it from the wall outlet for a minute and plug it back in again. If it doesnt work try it again. If that doesnt help your control thermostat on the front panel on the unit might be defective. I never liked the Lifesmart Heaters because mine was bought defective right out of the box new. It increased my electric bill too because it ran constantly. I will never buy another one again. If you need a new thermostat control you have to take the whole unit apart. If you have some warranty left on it they might fix it at the factory if you ship it to them. My Lifesmart... » Read More Hello, You might try to unplug it from the wall outlet for a minute and plug it back in again. If it doesnt work try it again. If that doesnt help your control thermostat on the front panel on the unit might be defective. I never liked the Lifesmart Heaters because mine was bought defective right out of the box new. It increased my electric bill too because it ran constantly. I will never buy another one again. If you need a new thermostat control you have to take the whole unit apart. If you have some warranty left on it they might fix it at the factory if you ship it to them. My Lifesmart Heater has a help number located on the back panel or check your owners manual. I hope this helps you out. « Show Less
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Tami, I haven't experienced a fuse issue, knock on wood that I don't face the issue. I'm inclined to believe that if the fuse numbers are the same and they continue to blow, then there is an electrical issue that is causing the overload. I'd contact the company and seek their input. Do you know an electrician that you can ask about the issue? Good luck. Woody
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The issue is how much actual power your dryer will draw at the moment it starts up. I tried to run my air compressor, which runs just under 2000 watts, but it draws (according to the meter on the inverter) 4200 watts to start. The 7000 watt peak rating lasts for literally one second, which is not long enough to start the compressor in cold weather. Your dryer would likely not need a huge power draw for very long, but there's no way to know for sure without testing it with a meter. If you have any other heavy appliances or tools you're thinking of powering, I would go up in size. Hope this helps! The issue is how much actual power your dryer will draw at the moment it starts up. I tried to run my air compressor, which runs just under 2000 watts, but it draws (according to the meter on the inverter) 4200 watts to start. The 7000 watt peak rating lasts for literally one second, which is not long enough to start the compressor in cold weather. Your dryer would likely not need a huge power draw for very long, but there's no way to know for sure without testing it with a meter. If you have any other heavy appliances or tools you're thinking of powering, I would go up in size. Hope this... » Read More The issue is how much actual power your dryer will draw at the moment it starts up. I tried to run my air compressor, which runs just under 2000 watts, but it draws (according to the meter on the inverter) 4200 watts to start. The 7000 watt peak rating lasts for literally one second, which is not long enough to start the compressor in cold weather. Your dryer would likely not need a huge power draw for very long, but there's no way to know for sure without testing it with a meter. If you have any other heavy appliances or tools you're thinking of powering, I would go up in size. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Hi fan start as soon plug it and off untill get the. Overload switch from factory set it so I thing this item. Working fine. Just turn on without computer for 15 minute them plug the computer if u note is kind hot and it ok normaly they get little be hot so. But if not hot it all it ok too so go and try
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I do not know the amperage of this unit. In practical everyday use I had my AC and 46" TV plugged into it. When the AC compressor kicked in...The overload circuit would kick in. I put the AC on a separate circuit, which I should have done in the first place, I have had no problems and I have all of my computer peripheral power blocks and multi plug extentions and the Samsung TV,,,Not one shut down since and no excessive heat!! It's a good unit. I hope that answers your question....If you would like a complete list of what I have plugged into this unit let me know.
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I did not do anything special. I unplugged it for a short time, switched it off, plugged it back in, and switched it to low. I haven't tried that one on high again since low seems to do the job of providing heat.
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The low amp draw has to do with the starting current, not the running amps which is governed largely by horsepower produced. Must have some sort of soft start feature, but I don't know the details. It will start on a normal 115 volt, 15 amp circuit and operate. I've used a 25 foot, 14 ga, extension cord and had no problems running and starting on a normal household receptacle.
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Ours is on the master bath 15 amp. Lights, ceiling fan and heat lamp and gfi outlets all on the amp. I know i cannot have them all running at the same time. I plugged in my blow dryer when the lights and heat lamp were on and it threw it. So now, i just dont run everything at the same time.
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I had mine plugged in for a few months - only using it occasionally - and one night when I wasn't using it, started flashing red in the middle of the night - it didn't turn the heat on while it did this. It didn't stop when I used the control so I unplugged it and replugged it in and it's been fine. Nothing in the manual about that. If it does it again I will call the manufacture.
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install a hard start 3-in-1 capacitor, look it up its cheap and provides the massive power needed to start the compressor while using a lower wattage generator, it's a very known solution to using lower rated generators for A/C
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can't be right. mine works great. runs all the ac on my boat. you could call the co to confirm, but i don't see it on my amp meter when everything is off
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It should be good to go. I use mine to keep my camp trailer lights, microwave running, refrigerator and video system all at the same time. With all that the 20 amp circuit breaker has never kicked off. It will not run my air conditioner which pulls 30 amps. This has been my experience with my unit. Champion has another model which will support 30 amps but I believe it weights more and is a more expensive unit. However, these generators are hard to beat for the price.