House Batteries Disconnect Switch & Inverter
Hi folks. I just purchased a new Newmar gasser, and as I was getting familiarized with the coach, I discovered the 1,200 watt Xantrex inverter will come on when the batteries are disconnected at the k...
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Yes, A CORRECTLY installed Inverter/Charger ALWAYS bypasses the Disconnect for the Coach batteries. The Inverter/Charger is connected direct from the Coach Batteries to the Inverter. The main reason is simple. MOST battery disconnect solenoids are rated at 100 amps. There are a few in larger RV's that have a 200 amp disconnect solenoid. When INVERTING, the amp draw current can easily exceed 200 amps if powering a large appliance. Which you do NOT want thru a Disconnect solenoid. This is why it is critical for RVer's to ALWAYS check the status of the Inverter when storing the RV or taking it in for service. I will bet 75% of the Motorhomes that are in for work at my Shop, the Inverters are left on and after a few days the coach batteries are dead. Doug
