30Amp Max Connection
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chiefstu58
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In your first post...your first image is the inverter prep...the second iamge is only 12v powered items (nothing to do with inverter)
If you want to add an inverter, you will need a transfer switch and inverter. The incoming power in picture #1 will be used in the transfer switch on "Leg 1" (some call that "L1") and then your inverter will power "Leg 2" (also known as "L2"). Using this, you would get power to a limited number of AC circuits. Those are most likely labeled in your breaker box as "Inverter Prep" circuits.
If you want to add an inverter, you will need a transfer switch and inverter. The incoming power in picture #1 will be used in the transfer switch on "Leg 1" (some call that "L1") and then your inverter will power "Leg 2" (also known as "L2"). Using this, you would get power to a limited number of AC circuits. Those are most likely labeled in your breaker box as "Inverter Prep" circuits.
chiefstu58
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Thanks , I have an inverter that I used on an older project, I was not sure about the wires in the box with the capped ends. I will need to get a transfer switch. Have you done yours?
Which inverter do you have? Is it both a transfer switch and inverter? Hard wired?
Here is a video I did many years ago on how to wire a transfer switch. The video shows a 50 amp setup, so yours will be 6/3 wire vs 6/4 wire.
I like Go Power transfer switches...but there a many on the market
Here is a video I did many years ago on how to wire a transfer switch. The video shows a 50 amp setup, so yours will be 6/3 wire vs 6/4 wire.
I like Go Power transfer switches...but there a many on the market
chiefstu58
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It is a 1500 watt inverter only. I had used it for an older camper to allow me power my computer. I did not do any wiring other than batteries and a fuse. I think what is throwing me off is the two legs in the inverter box and that I may have to cut the connectors. I will look at your project and crate the help. I did not see any examples of others who have added an inverter from that box and the wiring.
chiefstu58
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Jim, going back to your original reply to my post then the inverter prep box is basically the shore power electrical wire that is cut and then they used connectors to keep the circuit going until someone adds a transfer switch with an inverter. Would I take one side of that to go to the Leg #1 and the other side to the output side of the transfer switch. I understand my output from my inverter would be the input on Leg #2. I was confused about the two sets of wires in the prep box, but is really one. I've got a son-in-law and daughter that repair electronics for the Air Force in Georgia. I'll probably wait until we visit them to tackle the project. I appreciated you reaching out and responding. Here is a picture of my inverter, I will probably upgrade to 3000 watt in the future.
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Yea, that is how to wire it. However, your current inverter isn't a hardwired version. While it would work, you'll have to cut the cord to wire it into the transfer switch. I would recommend an inverter that is also a transfer switch and converter (link to Victron system) to power your subpanel that can handle a few circuits (30 amp limit). Or...start all over and power entire RV with a 3000w inverter/converter. (link to Victron system)