How to check inverter
I have a Xantrex Pro XM1800 inverter on my 2016 RV. After the just over a year of FINALLY getting all of the issues fixed during the first year and a half with the help of Thor I have since ran into a...
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I still assume "OL" stands for overload. Does it feed the main breaker panel? Was this factory install or dealer installed?
For testing you need to disconnect ALL loads to start. If you don't know how stuff is wired you could remove the output cable. Or at least turn ALL breakers in the panel off. Is the inverter there to power a residential fridge or just some outlets?
I suspect the inverter could be feeding the water heater and the converter. Did the inverter ever work?
Two golf batteries are a bit light for extended use of the microwave or other high draw item. You did say the lights dim a bit... this indicates a high draw on the inverter.
For testing you need to disconnect ALL loads to start. If you don't know how stuff is wired you could remove the output cable. Or at least turn ALL breakers in the panel off. Is the inverter there to power a residential fridge or just some outlets?
I suspect the inverter could be feeding the water heater and the converter. Did the inverter ever work?
Two golf batteries are a bit light for extended use of the microwave or other high draw item. You did say the lights dim a bit... this indicates a high draw on the inverter.
