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enblethen
May 06, 2016Nomad
That would be two different items.
A standard transfer switch is used to switch between shore power and genset. It is normally located in a void around the converter if equipped.
The inverter has or most have, an internal switch that goes from shore-power/genset to batteries. It is located inside the inverter. The inverter makes 120 volts AC from 12 volt DC in an RV.
Some higher end rigs use an inverter charger. you need to identify if you have a converter or an inverter/charger. Makes and models would help.
A standard transfer switch is used to switch between shore power and genset. It is normally located in a void around the converter if equipped.
The inverter has or most have, an internal switch that goes from shore-power/genset to batteries. It is located inside the inverter. The inverter makes 120 volts AC from 12 volt DC in an RV.
Some higher end rigs use an inverter charger. you need to identify if you have a converter or an inverter/charger. Makes and models would help.
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