Very hot 50amp cable plug

[Chargerman]

Not likely related but still something to check for peace of mind is the connections at the transfer switch. Make sure they are super tight

 

[Buly]

Here is what I found inside my reel:

 

[Jim]

Checked the cord reel, tightened the connections to the transfer switch, checked everything else that I could think of, including breakers inside the coach. Finally cut the cap off and replaced it.

Problem solved.

 

[GTS225]

Uh-Oh......hope you found the root cause for the arcing on that bottom slip ring.

Roger

Here is what I found inside my reel:View attachment 23718

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Uh-Oh......hope you found the root cause for the arcing on that bottom slip ring.

Roger

My guess is top ground, second L1, third L2, bottom Common. Further, I would venture that someone operates the reel while there is a load. I can't believe they went cheap and didn't use brushes on this product. The temper in that bottom contact is compromised, hope it was replaced.

 

[Buly]

My guess is top ground, second L1, third L2, bottom Common. Further, I would venture that someone operates the reel while there is a load. I can't believe they went cheap and didn't use brushes on this product. The temper in that bottom contact is compromised, hope it was replaced.

The slip ring component replacement is from the “unobtainium” category part.
No one sells it. Also it is a very complicated to get to it and replace it.
Basically, you throw the reel away and buy a new one.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

The slip ring component replacement is from the “unobtainium” category part.
No one sells it. Also it is a very complicated to get to it and replace it.
Basically, you throw the reel away and buy a new one.

What are the dimensions? Ring dia. Box dim.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

I assume the box is plastic.

 

[Buly]

What are the dimensions? Ring dia. Box dim.

Kevin,
I don’t have it anymore. It went in the dumpster. If there was a way to fix it, I would.
Even the manufacturer won’t do it.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Kevin,
I don’t have it anymore. It went in the dumpster. If there was a way to fix it, I would.
Even the manufacturer won’t do it.

I get that! Was I right about the white wire on the fried contact?