3000W Chinese Gensets Info.

BlackMax wrote:
I'd like to install a 4 prong 50 amp socket on the new Costco Nikota (3.5KW Generator 06044) that would eliminate all the adapters and dog bones. I know better than to assume I know what I'm doing, so if someone knowledgeable acquires one of these newer Costco versions of the Nokita, could you share your thoughts. Currently the trailer uses only one leg of the 50 amp plug, and I don't have plans to add the ac that requires that circuit. I do anticipate adding a box of some sort to accommodate the socket, but do not wish to degrade my ability to refit to duplex sockets for home emergency use. Also, permanent modifications may preclude me from returning the unit to Costco should it fail. With these units that's a real plus. Any input appreciated. Thanks in advance.

First you need to know if when in 110 mode if the output is made available on the gensets 220 outlet, if it is only on one leg then an adapter to go from the twistlock on the gen to the RV is all that would be needed. but most likely it is switched off. My guess is you will need to take a handy box and make an adapter using the two outlets from the duplex recepticle of the genset the genhead has the drawing of the curcuit path on top of it at the backplate. it is also my guess that the black wire of the plug or "L1" is the wire used on your RV. If you promise to post, you could send me a drawing of the diagram and I will look it over and show you how to hook it up for full power. One thing that has not been covered on this list is that a switch over box could be used for a genset on an RV if you didn't want to mess with cords everytime you wanted to use a generator. I am mounting my genset on the back of the trailer and want to get rid of having to hookup everytime I want to use it.
Kevin
The Right Lane