The W4 Mains Hook Up Adaptor UK enables a caravan mains lead to be connected to a UK 13A 3 pin socket. It allows you to power your caravan or motor home at home, to test equipment and charge your leisure battery before leaving, or simply using the unit as an extra room.
How do I connect my caravan to the mains?
How to hook-up to the mainsCheck your Caravan Isolating Switch is at OFF.Uncoil the connecting cable from the drum (a coiled cable with current flowing through it may overheat).Take your caravan electric hook up cable and insert the connector (female end) into the caravan inlet.More items
Can you use an extension lead in a caravan?
Whats the simplest way without having cables running all over the place? There is no reason you cant use an ordinary ext lead plugged into your EHU unit,its no different to anything else you plug in they arent specifically designed for outdoor use.
How do you fit an external socket to a caravan?
0:132:22Fitting an External 230 Volt Socket to a Motorhome. - YouTubeYouTube
How do you fit a CBE socket?
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How long should a caravan hook up cable be?
25-metre All modern caravans and motorhomes should be supplied with a 25-metre flexible cable (usually orange, so that it can be seen in the grass to avoid people tripping over it) with pre-fitted 3-pin blue connectors suitable for UK sites. They should be compliant with BS EN 60309-2.
How does a 13 pin caravan plug work?
A 13 pin plug is used when towing objects, such as your caravan or an advanced trailer, boat trailer or horsebox. This plugged gives you all the light functions including reverse, it can also supply the permanent and fridge feeds. This plugs into the 13 pin socket mounted on the tow bar.
How do I keep my caravan battery charged?
0:161:32How to maintain a leisure battery: Camping & Caravanning - YouTubeYouTube
Can I use a lithium battery in my caravan?
The use of lithium batteries for caravans is not simply a matter of buying and bolting in the batteries. Lithium batteries require precise management of the individual cells within the battery and the charging system must be specifically attuned to the requirements of the batteries.