Ed9824v wrote:
I will have to try the 100K 1watt resistor, But problem number two. when I try to start the AC with the ems connected and generator off of idle the gen overload trips with the ems out of the circuit the AC fires up and works. not sure what the reason for that is. Microwave works with the ems and generator but not the AC. Not really sure how important it is to have the ems when running my own generator anyways.
EMS is not very important with an inverter/generator. Low voltage and the generator will shut down.
I agree the EMS relay drops out too easy when starting a big surge load with a marginal generator. I think it is lack of voltage to even keep the coil energized during the start sequence. Would help if there was a capacitor or something to hold the coil energized for 3 to 5 seconds on the generator. You may still have the issue in EMS bypass mode.
I have pretty much given up on using the generator anyway. I really don't want to lug more generator around or run it all day to sit inside. If it is that hot we are looking for hookups and the solar keeps the battery charged.
