1995brave
San Antonio, TX
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Mine came with a second ATS built into the inverter. I'm in the process of changing over to Lifepo4 batteries and a 2000 watt inverter. I picked up a second ATS just for the inverter and wiring it right after the generator ATS. My Lithium charger will be wired at the same location.
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time2roll
Southern California
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A transfer switch to isolate the power sources is required.
What inverter are you installing? Some do not like to be wired in to an electrical system.
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Veebyes
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I was in the same situation. My method of solving the problem was more basic.
I ran a short line from the generator input with a female plug at the end. From the inverter I ran a line from one of the output sockets with a male plug at the end.
The ATS is easily reached so when the inverter is used i simply plug it in. There is a remote switch inside to turn it on.
Unplugged there is no way to backfeed and fry the inverter.
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pianotuna
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Hi,
I chose manual plugs.
Never back feed.
What is the make and model of the inverter?
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My ride is a 28 foot Class C, 256 watts solar, 556 amp-hours of Telcom jars, 3000 watt Magnum hybrid inverter, Sola Basic Autoformer, Microair Easy Start.
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Veebyes
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I was in the same situation. My method of solving the problem was more basic.
I ran a short line from the generator input with a female plug at the end. From the inverter I ran a line from one of the output sockets with a male plug at the end.
The ATS is easily reached so when the inverter is used i simply plug it in. There is a remote switch inside to turn it on.
Unplugged there is no way to backfeed and fry the inverter.
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wa8yxm
Davison Michigan (East of Flint)
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Just remember to disable the converter when on Inverter power.
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timelinex
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Alright everyone, I finished all the work today. I replaced my non-lithium converter with a new 60a lithium compatible one that I put by the batteries. I installed a Bluetooth shunt to monitor use. Then I installed the inverter by the batteries and put it on the wall.
I decided against tapping into the generator wiring with a manual switch. After opening the junction box, I decided to hook everything back up and skip this idea. Many reasons. I saw its some very heavy gauge wires leading out, which are a pain to work with. I would also need to custom fab a way to attach the switch to the box....or take out the box completely whoch would leave some ugly marks that I would have to fix as well. Lastly, while the switch is good, getting all that heavy gauge wire in there would be a major PIA.
I concluded that for right now, plugging in my shore power into the inverter will do. Then when I get some more time and motivation (not anytime soon with 2 young toddlers running around!), just go and do it the right way as it won't even take that much longer than this half baked solution (adding another ATS).
The only thing I want to do sometime soon is move all my battery connections to a nice Bus Bar and replace a few of the battery wires with thicker replacements. some of the factory ones and ones that came with the equipment are definitely too thin for the potential amps (Dont worry, still nothing under like 6ga).
I appreciate all the feedback here. It has helped me prevent some mistakes and ultimately guided me to the best outcome for the day!
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Cptnvideo
Arizona - most of the time
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You're welcome to come look at my setup. We'll be in Surprise until the end of October.
See signature in first post for equipment.
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timelinex
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Cptnvideo wrote:You're welcome to come look at my setup. We'll be in Surprise until the end of October.
See signature in first post for equipment.
I appreciate the offer, but between 2 little kids, work and getting ready for our next trip....Time is scarce!
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