PointyWombat
Member
Hello,
I have a new BH3010RE 5th, and just picked up a Magnum MS2812 Inverter/Charger because I got what I consider a very good deal on it. Dealer want's a fortune to install, so I'm looking for tips on where and how to install since I'm looking to install it myself.
Couple things I've read / been advised of:
If I don't want to use a sub-panel, and stick with the existing main panel, how is shore power managed? Does the existing connection from shore power get moved, or does it stay put at the main panel. I find diagrams which details a sub-panel installation, such as what's provided with the inverter documentation, but unclear how to just stick with the main panel only.
Thanks! and any and all advise appreciated.
PointyWombat
I have a new BH3010RE 5th, and just picked up a Magnum MS2812 Inverter/Charger because I got what I consider a very good deal on it. Dealer want's a fortune to install, so I'm looking for tips on where and how to install since I'm looking to install it myself.
Couple things I've read / been advised of:
- Never install the inverter in the same compartment as the batteries. - My question here is if the batteries are in their own relatively air-tight enclosure and is vented to the outside, is this still an issue? The benefit is that it keeps the battery to inverter cable lengths to a minimum. I'm thinking that installing the inverter in the front compartment where the batteries are located, and where a generator would go.
- Install a sub panel. Why is this required? I'd prefer to just have it power my entire RV without having to run more plugs. I'd be perfectly happy to simply switch to propane for fridge and water tank when we're running on inverter mode.
- Disconnect the converter/charger permanently. With the converter/charger that came with the BH, if I run off of shore power or inverter power, what powers the 12v systems in the RV? Where does the 12v power come from that powers the 12v panel? Is that just a straight connection to the battery circuit?
If I don't want to use a sub-panel, and stick with the existing main panel, how is shore power managed? Does the existing connection from shore power get moved, or does it stay put at the main panel. I find diagrams which details a sub-panel installation, such as what's provided with the inverter documentation, but unclear how to just stick with the main panel only.
Thanks! and any and all advise appreciated.
PointyWombat