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Forum: Propane Systems 11-02-2023, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,004
Posted By ScottBrownstein
when it does run for those few minutes, is there...

when it does run for those few minutes, is there any heat or warmth coming from the register. You can also look outside and see if the exhaust is warm. if it's warm, probably the sail switch or pilot...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-28-2023, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 462
Posted By ScottBrownstein
OK, now you are just doing this until you get...

OK, now you are just doing this until you get home and can install it correctly. I would:

1) Move the POS and NEG cables to the new inverter.

2) Turn off the shore power and cut the 110 volt AC...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-24-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,600
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Not really. Most RVs only have one or two...

Not really. Most RVs only have one or two circuits to power 110 volt outlets. If you find the breaker for the outlets, cut the feed from the breaker and insert an inverter transfer switch, which then...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-24-2023, 07:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,600
Posted By ScottBrownstein
I believe that virtually all of the RV solar...

I believe that virtually all of the RV solar installations are designed as a separate battery charging system to enable battery charging when connected or disconnected to external 120 volts or...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-24-2023, 07:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,284
Posted By ScottBrownstein
I bet that you can get a standard RV cooktop with...

I bet that you can get a standard RV cooktop with oven and it will fit in the location you have. Looks like it was originally designed for such a unit.

However, as someone has already indicated,...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-20-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,039
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Trust me....I know, I know. 240 volt receptacles...

Trust me....I know, I know. 240 volt receptacles are not nuclear power plants. 30 amp is 120 volt, 50 amp is two 120 circuits or one 240 volt circuit with a neutral and a ground.

All it takes is a...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-20-2023, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,039
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Something is wrong here. S/B a receptacle and at...

Something is wrong here. S/B a receptacle and at least a 30 amp 240 one (4 wire).
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-17-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,717
Posted By ScottBrownstein
10-3 with ground has a red, black, white and bare...

10-3 with ground has a red, black, white and bare ground. That is all that is needed.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-15-2023, 05:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,717
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Duty factor is a huge bag of snakes that most...

Duty factor is a huge bag of snakes that most electricians and even inspectors do not totally understand. However, it only applies when a load is predictable and lasts for more than 3 hours. Biggest...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-15-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,717
Posted By ScottBrownstein
This is what happens if you draw 20 amps...

This is what happens if you draw 20 amps continuously from a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-15-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,717
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Personally this is NEC trivia and much ado about...

Personally this is NEC trivia and much ado about nothing. A single 50 amp outlet on a 30 amp feed is within code and completely safe. If you are totally opposed to that wire a 30 amp 240 volt...
Forum: Dynamax 08-01-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By ScottBrownstein
You are right, missed that.

You are right, missed that.
Forum: Dynamax 08-01-2023, 11:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Of course that is true, however, there doesn't...

Of course that is true, however, there doesn't seem to be a 110 VAC load and the battery voltage is 12.7, which is a fully charged FLA type but there is no increased voltage at all from the solar...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-31-2023, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By ScottBrownstein
I agree with Aussieguy, but I would add the...

I agree with Aussieguy, but I would add the inverter first. You should decide what you want to power and for how long. Big loads are microwave and A/C. Coffee makers draw 1500 watts or so, as do...
Forum: Dynamax 07-31-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,309
Posted By ScottBrownstein
No matter what, if your solar system is working...

No matter what, if your solar system is working you should see the house bank voltage rise to a charging level...13.1 or more. Looks like you are not connected from the solar controller to the house...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-30-2023, 07:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Nice little Xantrex Prowatt 600 SW and you will...

Nice little Xantrex Prowatt 600 SW and you will be all set.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-29-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 332
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Should use something like 90 watts continuous. 90...

Should use something like 90 watts continuous. 90 watts is roughly 8 amps. Couple of 6 volt deep cycles have 225 AH, 125 or so usable so...15 hours if that is all that is running. Less with 12 volt...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-29-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,600
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Strange but cheap. Caveat emptor. Wire is 12...

Strange but cheap. Caveat emptor. Wire is 12 gauge which means around 30 amps max. Spec sheet says don't go over 130 amps...hence not 150, but for your application who cares. Seems that it needs to...
Forum: Wildwood 07-29-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 355
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Yes. Now, you still need to consider if that...

Yes. Now, you still need to consider if that charger is automatic or will it overcharge the battery if left connected too long.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-28-2023, 07:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,600
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Most quality SOC meters will have a shunt that...

Most quality SOC meters will have a shunt that is installed between the negative battery lead and the chassis. The units will display instantaneous current in or out irrespective of the source be it...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-27-2023, 06:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,006
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Love the Shark VACMOP Pro VM252.Rechargeable,...

Love the Shark VACMOP Pro VM252.Rechargeable, disposable vacuum "pads". Seldom use the liquid cleaner mode. Best feature for an RV...LED lights on the front makes cleaning a breeze.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-26-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 820
Posted By ScottBrownstein
That is exactly why I added the Progressive...

That is exactly why I added the Progressive Dynamics charge wizard to that I can fore the converter into boost mode during a 3 or 4 hour generator run to maximize charging. In any case, generally...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-16-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 416
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Probably at decent ambient temperatures, but when...

Probably at decent ambient temperatures, but when it gets cold you may have trouble getting enough pressure for the furnace and the generator at the same time.
Forum: Georgetown 07-11-2023, 10:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Give the transfer switch box a couple of...

Give the transfer switch box a couple of raps...if it fixes it, replace the switch. if it doesn't, open up the box and check voltages on the generator side.
Forum: Georgetown 06-28-2023, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,576
Posted By ScottBrownstein
Well, you have already been in there to adjust...

Well, you have already been in there to adjust cables. Loosen up one side enough to get it off the sprocket. I twisted the head off of one of the lag bolts getting the bracket off. I do remember...
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