Inverter prep questions

[meatball]

I have a 2025 alliance delta, 292 RL .It has an inverter prep ready i'm trying to hook up my bluetti ac200l to it, i would like to connect it in the basement where the inverter prep is with a 30 amp female plug. So what is the simplest way to connect it? And can I put a switch to shut off the converter there, too? So that it won't charge the house batteries?
Thank you
John

 

[Oregon_Camper]

The inverter prep circuit will only power a small number of outlets. Are you trying to configure this setup to power the entire RV?

 

[George]

The simplest method is to just plug in your 292RL shore power cord directly into the TT-30 outlet on the Bluetti (adapter if needed).

 

[meatball]

That is the simplest way. But I'm just worried if it rains out, it will get wet and get damage.. I would like to keep it in the basement. And to run that chord from the back all the way to the front is a pain in the ass.

 

[meatball]

No, I don't want to run the whole R. V . I know that an inverted prep only, we'll run the microwave TV and a couple of outlets which is fine.

 

[UFF]

I just run a small 2k inverter. I just plug it in and turn it on when I am boondocking. Have to charge the battery in am and pm. But I can pick and choose what I want to run. Coffee pot and microwave will suck the power. This is a fifth wheel but same concept. You will have to run the cord but it can be a smaller one. This is just how I did it.

 

[George]

Then how about this?
Updated Diagram:

 

[meatball]

That looks pretty simple. And that's what I was thinking in my head. Just couldn't get it out. Thanks, i will still have to shut off the converter inside.or can I put a switch near the inverter prep

 

[George]

That looks pretty simple. And that's what I was thinking in my head. Just couldn't get it out. Thanks, i will still have to shut off the converter inside.or can I put a switch near the inverter prep

Cord in updated diagram above is https://a.co/d/0i7BayWX
You'll need appropriate wire clamps and a handy box cover.

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Pretty sure the converter is not on the inverter circuit so it would not be on if no shore power. In any case I don't know of a simple way to switch it other than the circuit breaker. Easy to find out: Turn of shore power, open the inverter prep hot wire, turn on shore power – the converter should be off.

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Can you post or send me a picture of your circuit breaker panel with the cover off showing the wiring inside? A previous RV had an inverter and the power bus was split between the inverter and direct shore power.

 

[RollingTundraDelta]

I am awaiting delivery of our 2026 252RL (couples resolute). This inverter business is all new to us… I have a rather unique need for power that I will need in the bedroom. I need to run my PD machine overnight (dialysis) with ZERO interruptions. I realize that this is very specific and unique…but…if there are any of you that deal with this…possibly CPAP like… let me know please.
The power requirements are 120 VAC
50/60Hz
720VA
What this all means I haven’t a clue…yet. We are VERY new to all of this. Help appreciated in advance.
(If this is the wrong forum or format I do appoligize)
Brian and Chris

 

[George]

I am awaiting delivery of our 2026 252RL (couples resolute). This inverter business is all new to us… I have a rather unique need for power that I will need in the bedroom. I need to run my PD machine overnight (dialysis) with ZERO interruptions. I realize that this is very specific and unique…but…if there are any of you that deal with this…possibly CPAP like… let me know please.
The power requirements are 120 VAC
50/60Hz
720VA
What this all means I haven’t a clue…yet. We are VERY new to all of this. Help appreciated in advance.
(If this is the wrong forum or format I do appoligize)
Brian and Chris

Yikes! Sorry you have to deal with that. Here's my ramble. Hope I have the numbers right. For something this important you should definitely get it verified by a pro.
720VA is 720 Watts more or less. Or 6 Amps of 120VAC.
To get 6A/120VAC out of an inverter you'd draw 60 Amps from a 12VDC Battery — not accounting for inverter efficiency (power loss).
For 8 hours of operation you need an inverter and >500Ah of Lithium batteries. $$$$

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I'd look at a small inverter generator if you're thinking of boon docking.
Small quiet Honda 2,200W: https://a.co/d/03G5Wo7v
Convert it to propane fuel since it might not run all night on gasoline (~9 hours no load): https://a.co/d/0dLzvsP6

 

[Oregon_Camper]

I need to run my PD machine overnight (dialysis) with ZERO interruptions. I realize that this is very specific and unique…but…if there are any of you that deal with this…possibly CPAP like… let me know please.
The power requirements are 120 VAC
50/60Hz
720VA

With that large power need, I am guessing you're not planning to boondock. Is your question on an inverter power a backup plan, in case power goes out at the RV park?

Question...how do you deal with this at home, if you lose power? Do you have some sort of UPS system to power your PD machine? If so, is this something you can take on the road?

 

[RollingTundraDelta]

Thanks for the reply. Yes we will Boondock but mostly shore power. Maybe a super quiet travel back up gen? Larger battery????

 

[RollingTundraDelta]

Yikes! Sorry you have to deal with that. Here's my ramble. Hope I have the numbers right. For something this important you should definitely get it verified by a pro.
720VA is 720 Watts more or less. Or 6 Amps of 120VAC.
To get 6A/120VAC out of an inverter you'd draw 60 Amps from a 12VDC Battery — not accounting for inverter efficiency (power loss).
For 8 hours of operation you need an inverter and >500Ah of Lithium batteries. $$$$

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I'd look at a small inverter generator if you're thinking of boon docking.
Small quiet Honda 2,200W: https://a.co/d/03G5Wo7v
Convert it to propane fuel since it might not run all night on gasoline (~9 hours no load): https://a.co/d/0dLzvsP6

Thank you!!! I have some homework to do! Shore power shouldn’t be an issue it reall will be boondocking….i believe.

 

[Oregon_Camper]

Thanks for the reply. Yes we will Boondock but mostly shore power. Maybe a super quiet travel back up gen? Larger battery????

Well, unless you're boondocking away from everyone else, cutting your generator off at 10pm is the standard. Even a "quiet" generator is loud when trying to sleep.

What do you use for backup at home when you lose power?

 

[meatball]

Sorry, been busy the past week or two, heading up to my cabin.That's why I parked my rv, i have to connect the battery and pop inside to take some pictures. But did more research. One line for inverter, I believe, is connected to shore power, and that's 4, the the transfer switch which I'm not gonna use. So I'm gonna have to cap that so I just have one wire that feeds. I believe back to the fuse box,

 

[George]

@meatball so you intend for the select few circuits to be running off your Bluetti all the time? Never on shore power?