Steve and Karen
Ranger
The GFCI in the galley wasn't tripping, and it tested OK for me. But a visual inspection from the outside (I didn't take it apart) showed some corrosion, particularly at the ground. I installed a new one. This one has a green indicator light (not very obvious in the pic); it lets you know you have AC power, which is helpful if you don't have lit-end extension cord to glance at. Brushed nickel outlet and stainless cover is also more in keeping with the vibe of the trailer than the original white plastic combo. Tight fit for the cover; I suspect that not all covers will go on easily; keep your receipt.
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If you take it out for replacement, you may be wondering about the plethora of wiring behind the galley receptacle. It's because the other two outlets in the cabin are downstream of, and being fed by, this GFCI. Despite being standard outlets in the cabin they are both protected similarly, and will trip the galley one if a GF is detected at either of those. Confirmed same with my Klein circuit analyzer. In case anyone was wondering about what leads to where and how. The Owner's Manual speaks to this in terms of trouble-shooting a loss of AC power and where to look for the possible culprit. Can also confirm the thermal breaker works well too. (Water kettle and ceramic space heater don't play well together.) They are apparently good for hundreds or even thousands of overloads. But I'm not going down that road.
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If you take it out for replacement, you may be wondering about the plethora of wiring behind the galley receptacle. It's because the other two outlets in the cabin are downstream of, and being fed by, this GFCI. Despite being standard outlets in the cabin they are both protected similarly, and will trip the galley one if a GF is detected at either of those. Confirmed same with my Klein circuit analyzer. In case anyone was wondering about what leads to where and how. The Owner's Manual speaks to this in terms of trouble-shooting a loss of AC power and where to look for the possible culprit. Can also confirm the thermal breaker works well too. (Water kettle and ceramic space heater don't play well together.) They are apparently good for hundreds or even thousands of overloads. But I'm not going down that road.