LaneW wrote:
You folks are very helpful, thanks. I do get it about wiring and will plan to discard what comes with an inverter and oversize the cabling.
A DC-DC charger is a must !
If you have not purchased the inverter, look at inverter/charger/automatic transfer switch. Remove your old converter. Wire the DC fuse panel directly to the battery (large fuse at the battery). Shore power cord directly to the inverter/charger input. Out out goes directly to the A/C breaker panel.
LaneW wrote:
But how do I find out about the inrush current matter? That's a bit concerning to me. I want to do all of this once only and get it right the first time.
No manufacturer specs their in rush current. On refrigeration equipment you might find "locked rotor amperage" (LRA) which would be worse than normal inrush current.
