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Southwire Surge Guard (portable LCD) error code L1 AMPS WAS xxA
Over-current: the current drawn through the Surge Guard exceeded the limit (LCD table: Current > 110%) and the unit removed power. 'WAS xxA' records the current (example 'L1 AMPS WAS 56A'). The manuals do not name the reference current; 56 A is 112% of a 50A rating (derived, not stated by Southwire). Only an L1 AMPS message is listed - no L2 AMPS message appears in either manual.
What to check, and in what order, is in the app. The flow Southwire Surge Guard portable - LCD message to cause (pedestal, coach or unit) walks this code step by step with the pass/fail measurements, wiring schematics and procedures that go with it, and it works offline in the bay.
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- Surge Guard Installation & Operating Instructions, Models 34931 / 34951 (30A / 50A Portable, wireless)Southwire Company, LLC
- Surge Guard Troubleshooting Guide, Model 34930 (30A Portable with LCD Display)Southwire Company, LLC
- Surge Guard RV Power Protection Training ManualSouthwire Company, LLC
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