Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 30 Amp
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Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 30 Amp
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Hughes Autoformers RV Surge Protectors - HU97FR
- 30 Amp
- Surge Protector
- Bluetooth
- Hughes Autoformers
- Portable
- 3000 Joules
While a basic surge protector will keep your RV electronics safe from power spikes, the Power Watchdog will alert you if there are any other problems. Use the smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected.
Features:
- 30-Amp surge protector prevents damage to your RV from power spikes
- Surge protection module offers 3,000 joules of protection in case of lightning strike
- Can be replaced once it wears out - no need to replace the entire unit
- Free Smartphone app for iOS and Android connects via Bluetooth to monitor your system
- Quickly pair using the QR code on front of device
- Monitor volts, amps, and watts in real time to keep an eye on your power draw
- Get push notification when voltage is outside of acceptable, customizable ranges
- LEDs illuminate in different patterns to indicate if power is steady or if there's a problem
- Compare LED lights to legend on unit to determine which error
- Housing is IP65 rated for weatherproof protection against dust and rain
- Metal bracket around cord provides secure place to attach cable lock
- Easy to use - plug into pedestal to check for a safe circuit and then connect your RV shore power cord
- Compatible with power cord adapters
- ETL listed
Specs:
- Surge protector dimensions: 3-3/4" long x 2-7/16" wide x 7" tall
- Cord length:
- Input: 10-1/2"
- Output: 8"
- Amps: 30 amps
- Energy dissipation: 3,000 joules
- Limited lifetime warranty
Protect your investment
If you aren't using a surge protector, you're taking a big risk. While spikes caused by lightning can damage your electrical system and appliances, there are common electrical issues that can be just as dangerous. Choosing a surge protector with advanced features will help you protect your RV.
Beyond Basic Surge Protection
The most affordable RV surge protectors will provide basic protection from voltage spikes caused by lightning or other transmission issues. They can typically withstand a few minor spikes, or only one major spike, before they need to be completely replaced.
Power Watchdog surge protectors go beyond the basics. Plug it in before connecting your RV to get a clear indication of any wiring issues at your park pedestal. In the event of a major spike, you can replace the surge protection module itself rather than the entire unit. The modules are plugged in without soldering, so you don't need to be an expert electrician to make an easy repair. In fact, the only tool you need is a screwdriver.
Information at Hand
The Power Watchdog app lets you connect to your surge protector via Bluetooth. You can monitor your energy usage, making it easy to diagnose any ongoing energy issues you may be experiencing. When voltage increases or decreases to risky levels, you will be notified right away. You can also reset your surge protector without stepping outside.
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
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Customer Reviews
Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 30 Amp - HU97FR
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (852 Customer Reviews)
While a basic surge protector will keep your RV electronics safe from power spikes, the Power Watchdog will alert you if there are any other problems. Use the smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected.by: Timothy07/18/2023
This device provides valuable information for awareness of power usage in our 30 Amp RV. This allows more efficient operation of the electrical supply so that we can manage 120 volt AC equipment to avoid tripping breakers.
by: Charles 07/25/2023
The power watchdog is an excellent product!! I am very pleased with my purchase from etrailer. The app makes it simple to check your usage. Definitely recommended.
by: Kent 07/18/2023
We camp at state parks and thier maintence is not always the best. We plug into posts which are very scarey. The surge protector gives us peace of mind that our motorhome's electrical system is safe.
by: Shawn 08/24/2023
Im rating this based on the 50amp which I previously used. Hey E-Trailer, stop sending review requests 2 seconds after an item is delivered. Give someone a chance to use it first!!!
by: Gary 04/05/2023
I use this surge protector on our 5th wheel. The BT capability allows me to monitor power usage remotely and ensure my trailer is protected.
by: Joseph09/03/2023
We feel real secure in this product. Has always worked just as it is supposed to. Glad we purchased a product we can repair if blown instead of having to purchase a new surge protector after an event.
by: Randy 08/19/2022
Its still on the job thanks for reaching out !
Comments
Love it working well
Randy - 08/20/2023by: Dan 01/13/2022
I like the option of Bluetooth to see the details of my voltage and amp usage. Also setting of parameters to alert you on issues
Comments
Works great, no issues at all
Dan - 01/14/2023by: Hank 02/15/2023
I have not had any trouble since I purchased this product. I have another identification unit that I now use when my travel trailer is plugged n at home. I got this one for my travels
by: Jeremy W.07/24/2022
I really wanted to like these mirrors, but I have to give them 2 stars as they vibrated so much they were literally unusable and I couldn't really see out of them. I made sure the thumb screws were completely tight as well and they still shook. When returning home from my trip I discovered that they left adhesive on both of my mirrors from the foam pads that I had to remove (see pic). I think I would have been better off to order a set of mirrors that snapped onto my existing mirrors and had a tighter fit which would cause less vibration.
by: Maurice 07/06/2022
It works well and is protecting my RV e lecrrics
Comments
I have had the product for a year and it still performs like it should
Maurice - 07/07/2023by: Michael 07/01/2022
I have not used it yet but I have heard this is top shelf.
Comments
Great. No problems
Michael - 07/02/2023by: Pamela 03/09/2023
Ordering was easy and item arrived intact and undamaged. Will update my review after using the Watchdog surge protector.
by: Mike11/15/2022
great product. I really like being able to have the app on my phone and see the power usage on it too. being able to replace the part that blows when there is a surge is very handy instead of buying a new unit. id also like to say how awesome and helpful etrailer is also. I needed assistance awhile back and they seemed more than eager to help me.
thank you etrailer for being great and competitive on prices too.
by: Connie10/05/2022
We have been using the Watchdog for the better half of the season since we had to replace our power cable. It had a burnt end due to a poor hookup at a campsite. Nowwe can test our hookup before we connect our trailer. There is also an app that helps monitor the connection. The best thing about the Watchdog is that the replaceable surge protector.
by: Nicholas 03/29/2023
This surge protector has been great, no issues at all. Very pleased with it
by: Scott 02/28/2023
This is a perfect system that allows me to gage amperage use and keep from over taxing my fuse box.
by: David 02/21/2023
I have been happy with my surge protector. I like the bright green light that shows up at night letting me know my power is safe.
Very easy to use.
by: James 03/09/2023
It's an exceptional product and the bluetooth is super nice to have!
by: Ronald 06/23/2023
Used it twice, and it worked as adverti sed.
by: Jim 06/25/2023
Has been flawless so far,
by: 06/11/2023
I like the features and it seems to work fine
by: Gary 06/15/2023
Good product..
by: Mike 09/05/2022
We have had this for just this year and working as expected. We have not yet had a site with a bad connection, but it confirms a good electric source and the surge protection in the event of a storm or site fault.
by: David 04/26/2023
Great product works as promised. Would buy again and recommend to all,
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- What Parameters Should I Use on the Portable Power Watchdog Surge ProtectorThe Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp # HU97FR allows you to watch for surges while connected to a parks shore power. The acceptable power range is between 104 volts - 132 volts. I would set your parameters slightly above the floor of 104 on the low end and slightly under the ceiling of 132 on the high end. This gives you a small buffer gap before you are outside of the acceptable limits.
view full answer... - Can 30 Amp Surge Protection be Used on 50 Amp ServiceYou'll want to run the amount of amperage of circuit protection that your camper would need. If your RV was designed for 50 amp power and you were using a 30 amp power supply your 50 amp protection would prevent anything from surging over 50 amps. Which probably would be fine but it would not protect spikes above 30 like what the part # HU97FR was designed for.
view full answer... - High and Low Voltage Operation of Hughes Power Watchdog Surge Protector with BluetoothThe Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth, # HU97FR is a 30 amp surge protector that has a free Smartphone app for iOS and Android. It will connect via Bluetooth to monitor your volts, amps, and watts in real time to keep an eye on your power draw and provide push notification when voltage is outside of acceptable, customizable ranges. It does not allow you to disconnect remotely. But if an unsafe power reading is detected it will automatically shut down the input power to protect...
view full answer... - What Is The Difference Between Hughes HU97FR Surge Protector And PWD30?The Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp # HU97FR and the PWD30 are the same item. # HU97FR is an Etrailer.com part number. I have also put in two links for the product review to further assist you.
view full answer... - Do I Need A Power Watch Dog With Surge ProtectionThe Power watchdog # HU97FR has built in surge protection which is highly recommended to have for any RV or camper, in case of a lightning strike or power surge. That said, if your watch dog box already has built in surge protection, there would be no need to add a second surge protector.
view full answer... - Replacement Surge Protector Module for the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with BluetoothThe Replacement Surge Module for Power Watchdog Surge Protector - 30 Amp # HU48FR is the correct module for the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp # HU97FR which is the "smart" surge protector due to it being the Bluetooth option.
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- Reset/Repair of 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth HU97FRThe 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth, # HU97FR has an app that lets you connect to the surge protector via Bluetooth and monitor your energy usage. When voltage increases or decreases to risky levels, you will be notified right away and you can reset your surge protector from the app when conditions are within acceptable range. This is capable of absorbing multiple voltage spikes until it is fully worn out at which point you cab use the Replacement Surge Module for Power...
view full answer... - Recommended Warning Limits For The Power Watchdog Surge Protector With Bluetooth - 50 AmpThe acceptable power range for the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 50 Amp # HU47FR is between 104 volts - 132 volts, just like with the 30 amp # HU97FR. I recommend placing the low end at 109v and the high end 127v so that you have a 5v buffer to notify you before it gets out of the safe zone.
view full answer... - Hughes Autoformers Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector use with GeneratorYes, the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp, # HU97FR can be used with generators however, many generators (portable) have a floating ground/neutral; so you will want to determine this with yours as you may need an added item. If you do have a floating neutral generator then to use this EPO (emergency power off) you will also need the Hughes Autoformers Ground Neutral Bonded Plug for Generators, # HU33FR you will need this item to bond the neutral and ground.
view full answer... - Can the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth Be ResetThe Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth part # HU97FR can be reused after being tripped. That said, you will need to replace the surge module first (Replacement Surge Module for Power Watchdog Surge Protector part # HU48FR).
view full answer... - What is Difference Between 30 amp Surge Protectors from Hughes AutoformersBetween the two 30 amp surge protectors you are looking at the # HU97FR and the # HU67FR the difference is tha the # HU67FR has an emergency shut off for the power to the RV that will stop any power from getting to the RV if the power falls above or below a specific range whereas the # HU97FR just works to prevent surges from making their way to the RV but does not totally shut off power if there's something out of range.
view full answer... - Should I go with the Emergency Shut Down Version Portable Power WatchdogI would say that if you are using somewhat inconsistent power either from a generator or RV park and you have electronic equipment that you'll be powering that you care about I would definitely go with the auto shut down version of the Portable Watchdog Surge Protector part # HU67FR over the part # HU97FR.
view full answer... - Questions on Hughes Autoformers AC Digital Voltmeter & Surge ProtectorThe Hughes Autoformers AC Digital Voltmeter, # HU28FR that you linked to is for measuring voltage at an operating range between 108 to 132 volts. This is irrelevant of the amperage supply from the pedestal. If I understand correctly that you are wanting to monitor amps being supplied to your RV, I suggest a surge protector. From Hughes, we have the Power Watchdog Surge Protector, # HU97FR for 30 amp and # HU47FR for 50 amp. The 30-Amp or 50-Amp surge protector offers 6,100 joules of...
view full answer... - Can the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth Be Used With a GeneratorYes, the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth, # HU47FR, for 50 amp and the 30 Amp version, # HU97FR can be used with a generator. However, many generators (portable) have a floating ground/neutral. If you do have a floating neutral generator then you will also need the Hughes Autoformers Ground Neutral Bonded Plug for Generators, # HU33FR to bond the neutral and ground thus preventing an open ground or open neutral error fault to occur.
view full answer... - Replacement Surge Module for 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge ProtectorThe correct replacement surge module is going to depend on which of the 30 amp Power Watchdog surge protectors you have. It will be one of the following: - 30 Amp Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR uses Replacement Surge Module # HU48FR - 30 Amp Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth and Emergency Shut Down # HU67FR uses Replacement Surge Module # HU98FR
view full answer... - Troubleshooting A Hughes Autoformers Power Watchdog Surge Protector Thats limiting VoltageIf the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector # HU87FR was limiting the voltage running to your RV then it's most likely a bad control module and you'll need the Replacement Surge Module for Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Emergency Shut Down # HU58FR. These modules are model specific so you'll want to ensure you're purchasing the correct one for your model. I've listed the modules and their compatible systems below incase you have a different one. The # HU38FR fits the # HU47FR The...
view full answer... - Recommended Theft Protection For A Watchdog Surge ProtectorTo prevent theft of your Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR you can run the Master Lock Python Cable Lock # 8419DPF through the metal holder on the cable (pictured below) and around the power pedestal.
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- Troubleshooting A Camco Dogbone RV Surge ProtectorIt definitely could be a burnt out light or some other internal issue with the Camco RV Power Defender # CAM55312, but the only way to really test that theory would be to connect to an outlet that had an open ground or neutral to see if the red light kicks on and the left yellow light remained off. I don't recommend testing this as you could potentially cause an electrical fire. Unfortunately Camco doesn't make it to where you can actually fix any issues with the # CAM55312 and at this...
view full answer... - Using a 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector With 50 Amp ServiceYou can use an adapter such as the Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter Plug for 50 Amp Female to 30 Amp Male, # A10-3050AVP to use a 50 Amp surge protector with a 30 Amp power pedestal, but you cannot use a 50 Amp power pedestal to a 30 Amp service RV or surge protector. Any surge protector should be matched to the service of the RV. Such as the 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector, # HU97FR or the 50 Amp version of, # HU47FR.
view full answer... - Choosing The Correct Watchdog Surge Protector For Your RVWhen purchasing a Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp Item # HU97FR you want to match the amperage of your RV so since yours is 30 amp you won't want the 50 amp surge protector. You'll plug your 30 amp trailer cable to the # HU97FR and then hook it to a 30 amp to 50 amp adapter like the Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter - 30 Amp Female to 50 Amp Male - 12" Long Item # A10-5030FHVP and then hook that to the 50 amp power pedestal.
view full answer... - Surge Protector for Trailer With 15 Amp ServiceSince a 15 amp RV surge protector is not available you can use the # HU97FR you were looking at. Typically you want to match the rating on the surge protector with the service on your trailer, but the 30 amp won't have any issues with your 15 amp. This will require an adapter so you can use the # A10-1530ARDVP. The Honda EU2000i is a floating neutral generator. You will in fact need the Hughes Autoformers Ground Neutral Bonded Plug for Generators # HU33FR. This will create a neutral to...
view full answer... - Recommended RV Surge Protector And Power Cable Adapter For A 30 Amp RV In 50 Amp ServiceWhen it comes to surge protectors for an RV you'll always use a surge protector that matches the amperage of the Rv's system. So you would need a 30 amp surge protector like the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR. This Power Watchdog will not only protector your RV from electronics safe from power spikes but will also alert you if there are any other problems. You can use the free smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected. Since...
view full answer... - Using a 30 Amp RV Surge Protector with 50 Amp ServiceYou will always use a surge protector matched to the TT's rating of 30 amps. I recommend the Power Watchdog the 30 amp Surge Protector with Bluetooth # HU97FR. You can use the free smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or high voltage is detected. If you aren't using a surge protector, you're taking a big risk. While spikes caused by lightning can damage your electrical system and appliances, there are common electrical issues that can be just as dangerous. If...
view full answer... - Can You Use 30-Amp Surge Protector on 50-Amp RVIt is best to match any surge protector to the service of the RV. Such as the 30 Amp Power Watchdog Surge Protector, # HU97FR or the 50 Amp version of, # HU47FR being used with RV's that match their respectively rated services. You can use an adapter such as the Mighty Cord RV Power Cord Adapter, # A10-3050D90VP to adapt your RV's 4-prong 50-amp power inlet for use with a 30-amp 3-prong extension cord/Power Pedestal and place the surge protector inline. While yes, this can be made to...
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