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Newbie question - B and C - 06-19-2022

I have a total newbie comment.  When running the generator I noticed the panel above the cockpit showed 240 V and the L1 light was on.  Nothing showed for L2.  I had the AC's and fridge on.  I expected to see something on L2 but?  I do not have volt or amp meters on the display.  My generator display is only oil pressure and temperature.  I need a lay mans explanation as to what I am seeing.  I admit to knowing very little about electricity and great respect for those that do.  Just trying to learn the best I can.
Thanks!

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RE: Newbie question - Wanderman - 06-19-2022

I had a similar issue, turned out the lights had burnt out. They are relatively easy to find.

Best test for 240 is turn on your cooktop (if it's electric)

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RE: Newbie question - CaptainGizmo - 06-21-2022

Those stupid lights go out!! Replace them ALL…pref with LED.

That’s most likely your problem.

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BTW…

On rigs with a SilverLeaf panel, you can see the voltages for L1 and L2.

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RE: Newbie question - Richard - 06-21-2022

Keep in mind, if you are plugged in or on the gennie, those wires that power the lights are LIVE!

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RE: Newbie question - B and C - 06-22-2022

Thank you.  Yes, the light is burned out.  Since they are hot on shore power or generator I will wait to change them when it cools down here.

Thanks again.  This website is a godsend to the less knowledgeable..... maybe one day I'll contribute instead of ask questions.

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RE: Newbie question - ccjohnson - 06-23-2022

Questions are a wonderful contribution! Gets all of us thinking.

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RE: Newbie question - encantotom - 06-23-2022

I got my legs at grainger

Tom

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