Inverter on Generator wiring?

Where is your transfer switch located? In my Solitude which is pre-wired for a generator but does not have one, the wires to my inverter/charger come from the transfer switch which is located just to the rear of the pass thru compartment. Then the output of the inverter is wired to the AC distribution panel. The OEM converter is unplugged.
With this configuration, shore power is passed thru the inverter and I am able to use the load share feature on the inverter.
I also have a lot of solar.
With your proposal, you would want to make DANG sure inverter is turned off before running the generator.

Cptnvideo wrote:
Where is your transfer switch located? In my Solitude which is pre-wired for a generator but does not have one, the wires to my inverter/charger come from the transfer switch which is located just to the rear of the pass thru compartment. Then the output of the inverter is wired to the AC distribution panel. The OEM converter is unplugged.
With this configuration, shore power is passed thru the inverter and I am able to use the load share feature on the inverter.
I also have a lot of solar.
With your proposal, you would want to make DANG sure inverter is turned off before running the generator.

Its' located in the false wall behind the storage space before it. It's not too hard to get to and if I had to I wouldn't mind running wire there. But I'm also not sure what the benefit this way would be since I'm guessing there isn't an empty input.

It's a Southwire Surge Guard Automatic Transfer Switch Model 40140. Currently it is managing between shore and generator power I think.

Someone mentioned that my proposed setup won't work as it will fry the inverter when I run the generator and 120v is fed back into the inverter. Not sure if that's true or not?

If the inverter you are installing has a 20 amp outlet on it, you could simply pick up a 20 amp dog bone adapter and plug your shore cord directly into it.
I did that on a previous Class C with a 1500 watt inverter I added.
And I forgot, you absolutely want the inverter as close to the batteries as possible.
Where in AZ are you?

Cptnvideo wrote:
If the inverter you are installing has a 20 amp outlet on it, you could simply pick up a 20 amp dog bone adapter and plug your shore cord directly into it.
I did that on a previous Class C with a 1500 watt inverter I added.
And I forgot, you absolutely want the inverter as close to the batteries as possible.
Where in AZ are you?

I recognize that is an option , but its a hassle lugging the big cord. Also I believe the inverter is limited in output in the plugs vs hardwire (may be 15amp plugs)

I'll do this temporarily if I can't find an otherwise easy solution

I'm in Cave Creek

Frying the inverter is very possible as generator output would go into inverter output.
The output of the transfer switch goes to the AC breaker panel. I'm assuming the inverter you're buying has pass thru. If not, forget about the transfer switch.
PM me your phone number if you want to discuss.

If you are talking about wiring the Inverter in PARALLEL with the generator then yes there are several reasons not to do it... One of them is the Inverter may "Flame on" if you start the genny.

Now a betterway... Some inverters have power pass through (Built in transfer switch) wire the Generator to the IN and the out to the RV but that's still not a great idea.> WHY.

on your ATS the Generator rules.. If there is power on the Generator leds. then that's the selected power source.. and also the converter is live.

Putting the iverter there (The source of last resort) is goign to make it the preferred source plus it will be looping That is the converter is charging as the inverter is discharging and the result is swiftly dead batteries >

Best is to do it right.. Either a 2nd tansfer switch or even a manual transfer switch (you can get 30 ap DPDT or 3PDT center off transfer switches) or a small Generator transfer (manual) panel. (This is the best low cost option)

The inverter goes to the Generator leads on the transfer panel
You put only selected circuits on the transfer panel.. Like Bedroom Outlets.> kitchen outlets.. Microwave if the inverter is big enough. Entainerment circuits (TV/Radio/Sat receiver) Then you simply flip over to inverter as needed.

The linked panel is an example Just 4 14 amp circuits
Link for illistration only not recommending for or against this specific product

I'm in NW Surprise. Drove here yesterday from Payson. We went across Dynamite from Rio Verde to avoid Shea.
If you don't want the hassle with the 50 amp cord, you could pick up a 50 to 20 dog bone that plugs into the side of the RV, then hook up an ordinary extension cord to the inverter.

How about a manual selector switch to choose between generator and inverter power like this one: https://www.amazon.com/VictorsHome-Changeover-Positions-Terminals-Universal/dp/B07MZ739CS/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1K078X1TF5BD5

Since each selection has different inputs and outputs, you would have to jump the outputs together when you connect them to downstream line.

wnjj wrote:
How about a manual selector switch to choose between generator and inverter power like this one: https://www.amazon.com/VictorsHome-Changeover-Positions-Terminals-Universal/dp/B07MZ739CS/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1K078X1TF5BD5

Since each selection has different inputs and outputs, you would have to jump the outputs together when you connect them to downstream line.

Ordered a 63amp one that comes in a box. It will be here tomorrow.

Thanks!

Mine came with a second ATS built into the inverter. I'm in the process of changing over to Lifepo4 batteries and a 2000 watt inverter. I picked up a second ATS just for the inverter and wiring it right after the generator ATS. My Lithium charger will be wired at the same location.