Bridging a heat pump across circuits

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Dec 10, 2010
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None NA Stuart, FL
We recently purchased a Beneteau 411 which came with two 30 amp shore connections. Connection 1 powers all standard AC loads including battery charger, water heater, AC outlets, microwave, and AC lights. Connection 2 powers two heat pumps via separate circuit breakers. We have just signed up for a marina slip which will have a single 30 amp supply. We wonder if we can install a switch or circuit breaker to bridge one of the two heat pumps into the standard circuit. Obviously, we would then have to limit loads to avoid exceeding the 30amp limit. Is this idea otherwise viable? Suggestions or comments appreciated
Pete
 
Apr 27, 2010
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Beneteau 352 Hull #276 Ontario
Just use a 'Y' connector. Any good Marine store has them. Then use the switches aboard to control the loading.
 
Dec 10, 2010
254
None NA Stuart, FL
Just use a 'Y' connector. Any good Marine store has them. Then use the switches aboard to control the loading.
Wow! That sounds simple. I didn't realize they made them since I use a Y connector that takes a 50A circuit and turns it into two 30A circuits. What you're talking about is a Y connector that splits one 30A circuit into two 30A circuits. Is that basically what you're describing? Thanks
Pete
 
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