Will Active Controls ActiveStart Have To Be Replaced Following Power Surge
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/05/2025
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This soft start has surge protection. Will the unit continue to protect after an electrical surge or would it need to be replaced?
asked by: Keith J
Expert Reply:
Hey Keith, welcome back! The Active Controls ActiveStart Plug-In Soft Start for RVs - Surge Protection - 30 amp # AS94FR and 50 amp # AS34FR do not have to be completely replaced after an electrical surge. However, you will have to replace the surge board inside the soft start if that were to happen. I don't have a part number for those right now since we just started carrying these but it is something that is available.
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Active Controls ActiveStart Plug-In Soft Start for RVs - Surge Protection - 30 Amp
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- 30 Amp
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- 2500 Watts
- Single AC
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Robin H.
9/8/2025
Hey Keith, did you have a chance to replace the surge board in your ActiveStart Soft Start after an electrical surge? I'm asking because your experience could help others who might face the same situation.