power inverter installation

[Dan Darst]

>From: "Jeff Miller"
>Reply-To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
>To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: power inverter installation
>Date: Fri, 21 Apr 2006 14:24:15 -0000
>
>Although I can appreciate the right-bay installation to keep the
>cable length down around 10-12', I have had very good service from
>mid-bay installation and about 20' of 4/0 cable. Mine was wired to
>run not only the microwave which it did with no problem, but also the
>rear A/C unit, and did so with minimal voltage drop.
>
>As far as installation on the 110v/220v side, there are several
>methods other than adding a sub-panel, I prefer to run one side of
>the existing panel through the inverter's internal 50a transfer
>switch for simplicity, and re-balance the breaker panel to only power
>inverter-intended circuits. Many ways to install these things, each
>better for an individual's taste, needs, and skills, plenty of "right
>ways" to do it if you follow basic electrical design guidelines.
>
> - Jeff Miller
>in Holland, MI
>
>
>--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Tom Warner
>wrote:
> >
> > Bill this is the time to install the inverter charger right. In my
> > opinion the only place to install the inverter/charger and get the
> > performance that you deserve from the unit is to install it in the
> > front passenger side storage bay. This is the only place that it
>can
> > be installed and still keep the cables to the batteries short
>enough
> > to significantly reduce the voltage drop. I would strongly suggest
> > you run 2 plastic water tight electrical tubings (buy it at
> > Homedepot) from the passenger side bin across the front of the
>frame
> > and then to the Positive battery stud on the inside of the frame
>and
> > the other one for the negative connection to the shunt supplied
>with
> > the unit. All of the bluebirds that I have seen have the
> > inverter/chargers installed in the mid bay on the drivers side
>which
> > is absolutely the incorrect place. If you install the unit there
>the
> > cable runs to the batteries will be at least 25 feet long and when
> > called to furnish power for the microwave for instance will drop to
> > much voltage even with 4/0 cables.
> >
> > In addition install at least a 10/2 gauge electrical cable between
> > the inverter/charger and a separate sub panel with 4 circuit
> > breakers, one for the rear bedroom receptacles, one for the kitchen
> > receptacles, one for the front receptacles and one for the
>microwave.
> > Again Homedepot has the Square D panels which are about 4" X 6"
>long
> > and work nicely. You can see how it is installed if you look at my
> > pictures of the 1982 FC35 I just sold. http://tinyurl.com/lotbd
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Tom warner
> > Vernon Center,NY
> > 1982 FC35 (sold the first day)
> > 1985 PT 40
> >
> >
> > At 02:58 AM 4/21/2006, you wrote:
> > >Hi everyone,
> > > I have just purchased a Cobra 2500/5000 watt power inverter for
> > > my 82 FC 35SB and would like to know if anyone has any
>suggestions
> > > on the installation process such as best placement, whether to
>run
> > > extention cords from the inverter to appliances or if it is
> > > possible to hard wire into exiting house system?,and any other
> > > advice,safety issues, etc. I prefer not to "RIG" something up and
> > > would like to have CLEAN INSTALLATION.
> > >
> > > ANY ADVICE will be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > also, my coach was formerly known as GYPSY and is custom
>painted
> > > silver with green and blue accents on sides......does anyone
> > > recognize this BIRD? If so ,any history will be appreciated!
> > >
> > > I really do appreciate having this forum and the fine people
>who
> > > make it what it is ,on MY TEAM!
> > >
> > > THANK YOU ALL FOR ALLOWING ME TO BE A PART OF IT !!!!
> > >
> > > Dr. Bill Sampson
> > > 1982 FC35 SB knoxville,tn.
> > >
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