If at all possible try to avoid using an extension cord when making electrical connections at the campground. The gauges of the wire used in standard household extension cords are not suitable for RV electrical hook-ups. Eventually you will be put in a situation where you will need to use an extension cord. It is a good idea to purchase an RV Extension Cord  that is compatible to the electrical system of your RV, and have it on hand. If you do purchase an extension cord somewhere else it should be made of 10/3 wire.

 

Electrical adapters are a necessity for RVers. Eventually you will be in a situation where you have to use some type of electrical adapter to make a connection at a campground. It may be an outdated campground or isolated area that only provides 15 or 20 amp electrical service. There are adapters that will go from your RV type plug and size down to household type outlets, and adapters that go from household type outlets to campground RV connections. It’s nice to have these adapters on hand when you need them, but you must exercise caution when you use them. If your RV is a 30 amp or 50 amp system and you use an adapter to plug the RV into a 15 or 20 amp outlet this severely limits what you can operate in the RV. The roof air alone will draw up to 15 amps when it initially starts. If you place too much of a demand on electrical adapters, or use them for extended periods of time they can overheat and melt resulting in damage to the RV power cord or electrical system.