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mbrower
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Aug 30, 2016

Transfer switch question???

I finally got around to installing an inverter and have question concerning transfer switch. A little information on what I have. I bought a 50A progressive dynamics xfer switch that I wired with priority to shore power instead of inverter/generator. I took the time delay out so the switch will transfer power instantly with no loads dropping out. I ran the power for the AC's and hot water heater through a contactor that is actuated by shore power so when power is switched to inverter, both ACs and water heater are open circuits. I also ran a separate 30A marine plug to the front of the camper to power camper from portable generator and tied it into the inverter circuit via a 30A transfer switch with priority to inverter and a time delay switch to generator.

Everything works well configured this way but I do have concerns with the 50A relay switching loads backwards. Progressive dynamics have been little help as to drawbacks if any and I was seeking wisdom from fellow campers. Any information would be appreciated.
  • smkettner wrote:
    mbrower wrote:
    Everything works well configured this way but I do have concerns with the 50A relay switching loads backwards.
    If you mean Normally Open vs Normally Closed sides it is not an issue.

    Even going the other way does not matter if you are switching power between two output paths.

    As long as power goes one direction you are fine. Must travel from source to the load only.


    That is correct, I have shore power running through the "designated generator " side of the relay (NO) and generator running through the "shore power" side of the relay (NC). I keep power on my camper 24/7 and was nervous about the relay coil staying energized.
  • mbrower wrote:
    Everything works well configured this way but I do have concerns with the 50A relay switching loads backwards.
    If you mean Normally Open vs Normally Closed sides it is not an issue.

    Even going the other way does not matter if you are switching power between two output paths.

    As long as power goes one direction you are fine. Must travel from source to the load only.

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