how to turn off converter easily
I am planning on installing an inverter this spring. I have read many of the threads here and am planning on just plugging in the shore power to the inverter's AC output. In addition, I also need ...
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wolfe10 wrote:shooted wrote:
Hi Brett,
The OP as well as MikeinOregons post referenced plugging the shore power cord into the inverter output. Assuming the converter is powered from the distribution center that the inverter is powering, it will be necessary to shut it off or otherwise isolate it.
Totally agree-- that is what I posted immediately above, just in different words.
I suspect everyone agrees-- an inverter should NEVER power a converter. At least until someone invents a "perpetual motion machine".
I did not realize he was plugging the complete RV thru his Inverter. So, YES, you MUST disconnect the Power to the Converter. There is no such thing as free power(using the Inverter to power a converter). Doug
