Shore Power (Electric)

The Aurora 16BHX runs on 30-amp / 120V shore power. This powers the A/C, outlets, converter/charger, and most appliances.

Safety first

Never plug into a 50-amp outlet without a 50-to-30 amp adapter. Never use an extension cord longer than 50 ft, and only use a heavy-gauge (10 AWG) cord.

What you need

• 30-amp power cord (stored in front pass-through compartment)
• Surge protector / EMS (recommended — protects against power surges and low voltage)

Connecting shore power

1. Inspect the pedestal — check for corrosion, damage, or a tripped breaker.
2. Turn the camper’s main 120V breaker OFF (inside the breaker panel) before plugging in.
3. Turn the pedestal breaker OFF before plugging in.
4. Plug the 30-amp cord into the camper’s power inlet (driver’s side, near the front).
5. Plug the other end into the 30-amp outlet on the pedestal.
6. Turn the pedestal breaker ON.
7. Turn the camper’s main breaker ON.
8. Check inside — the converter should show a green light, and outlets should be live.

Disconnecting shore power

1. Turn the pedestal breaker OFF first.
2. Unplug from the pedestal.
3. Unplug from the camper inlet.
4. Coil and store the cord.

Running on battery (no hookup)

The camper has a 12V house battery that powers:

• Interior LED lights
• Furnace fan (propane still needed for heat)
• Water pump
• Slide-out motor
• Vent fans

The battery does not power the A/C, microwave, or 120V outlets.

Tip

Charge the battery fully before a dry-camping trip. A 100Ah battery gives roughly 1–2 days of light use.

Breaker panel

The breaker panel is located inside, typically near the entry door or in a cabinet. Common breakers:

Breaker	What it controls
Main 30A	All shore power
A/C	Roof air conditioner
Outlets	120V wall outlets
Converter	Battery charger / 12V converter
Microwave	Microwave oven
Water Heater	Electric element (if equipped)

If something stops working, check the breaker panel first.

Surge protector / EMS

A surge protector or Energy Management System (EMS) is strongly recommended. It protects against:

• Power surges
• Low voltage (brownouts)
• Miswired pedestals
• Open ground / open neutral

Plug the EMS between the pedestal and your power cord.