Power out on generator

rgatijnet1 wrote:
Before I would take the cover off of the transfer switch, I would plug in to shore power again and see if it clicks. If it clicks, the transfer switch is OK.
There is no need to do that again with the generator running.
If the transfer switch does not click when you start the generator, check the circuit breaker on the generator itself. These may be difficult to find on some generators but it should be on the front side. Try resetting the circuit breaker and see if that fixes your problem. If not, it may be time to contact someone to service your generator.

Maybe not
A 50amp transfer switch will contain two relays
It's a rare failure, but just because the shore side clicks, does not mean the the generator side , input relay is working correctly
Could be loose connections or stuck relay
The best transfer switches contain a mechanical interlock between the two relays an it's impossible to engage the other power source if one side has power, great safety protection
However if the interlock sticks, it is impossible to engage the other source even with power off

I would disconnect shore power unplug it
Turn off inverter no 120vac of any kind no tv blah blah
Then open the transfer switch and make sure every thing that should move does, check all connections,
Then with cover off
Start generator and OBSERVE what happens