Edward Czajka's video: Adding Super Boost Capacitor to trailer AC unit

In this video, I show how to install a “Super Boost” capacitor to a roof mounted AC unit (Dometic 13,500 BTU) on a Mallard M185. This is to reduce the heavy load when the compressor initially turns on against the generator. Many people have successfully used these capacitors and ran the AC from a 2000/2500 watt generator. The initial draw causes most generators to have an overload condition but adding this capacitor cushions the high current "punch" and allows the lower sized generators to operate the AC unit. This install can be applied to other travel trailers with similar AC units. If you are not running anything else in the RV, the AC unit will draw ~1500 watts to run the fan with compressor. If you are going to run from a small generator, you may want to consider adding a breaker to turn off the Power Converter, as that will draw more power to charge the battery that will push you well beyond 2200 watts. This information is based on tests using a Kill-A-Watt meter to measure the draw of each appliance. Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002YTLFE