How Many Amps Does the Ducted GE Appliances Low-Profile RV AC w/ Heat Pump Draw?
Published 05/13/2026
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What is the ACTUAL amperage draw?
asked by: Jay R
Expert Reply:
Hey Jay. The GE Appliances Low-Profile RV AC w/ Heat Pump item # GE38RR will pull 13-16 amps during normal operation. It pulls 18 to 22+ amps during the initial few seconds of compressor startup. It does require it's own 20-amp time delayed circuit breaker in your RV's power center. This is a 15,000 Btu AC with a built in heat pump. It includes an air box designed for ducted applications.
If you're worried about the extra amps required when the item # GE38RR kicks on, I recommend adding the SoftStartRV Soft Start for Single Zone Air Conditioner Setup item # SSR54FR. It'll store up energy so there's not such a drain on your electrical system when the AC kicks on.
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GE Appliances Low-Profile RV AC w/ Heat Pump - Kit for Ducted Install - 15,000 Btu - White - R32
- RV Air Conditioners
- Complete AC System
- Heat and Cool
- 15000 Btu
- Low Profile
- Single Zone
- Rooftop
- Ducted
- White
- GE Appliances
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