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07-03-2019, 01:41 PM #11
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I don't know--but if you're getting power from your inverter (a known good source) through the external power connector put the EMS in bypass if it causes a problem. Just remember to put the EMS back to its normal setting prior to reconnecting to a shore power source.
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07-03-2019, 04:06 PM #12
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If you can not bypass the ems then the bonding plug is necessary for allowing the power from the inverter thru at least with my inverter. I know Progressive has said in the past that they don't recommend using an inverter thru the ems but I don't see why not and it has run fine for me for several yrs now.
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07-05-2019, 12:19 PM #13
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I'm asking, not criticizing, sounds like @Rolinhar has done the same thing successfully. Do you have an inverter/charger that has replaced your converter, or do you just disable the converter?
Otherwise some significant portion of the 120V power you're feeding from your inverter into the side of your trailer is being used to recharge the batteries you're depleting to create the power. Sounds like a government system!Mark - 2018 Solitude 310GK - 2017 F-350 diesel SRW short box - Pullrite Superglide hitch
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07-05-2019, 12:25 PM #14
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BoyScout, thanks for the reply.
The plan is to turn the breaker for the converter "off" while using the inverter if I use the shore power plug. Which is kind of what I am leaning towardsBrian-USMC Retired
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07-05-2019, 02:21 PM #15
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Great point, Mark. The OP might want to put a big label on his inverter with a reminder to power off the converter prior to applying power. I'd go a step further and suggest turning off ALL circuit breakers that are not required to avoid parasitic draws from forgotten wall warts, etc.
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07-05-2019, 04:28 PM #16
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07-10-2019, 02:33 PM #17
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I have completed an inverter, lithium battery, solar, BMS, and solar project on my trailer, would be happy to talk to you, a bit complex to email about. Keith 505-920-0712
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07-10-2019, 03:51 PM #18
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Ic2000
I did an IC3000 last summer the 2000 is the same unit just 1000 watts smaller. They are agreat solution it does more than most units it replaces your converter has multiple settings for the different battery types(very important) it also acts as surge protection. I will not lie it not a simple project as you end up running your shore power line into the inverter and running a new line from IC2000 into your power center. But with that you get a power sharing feature so if you are plugged into an 15amp outlet you set the IC to help out so any loads above 15amps the IC chips in adjustable from 1amp to 50amps. This inverter will do every thing you need and more. I also added 510watts of solar and added 4 AGM 6 volt batteries. I love the system, glad to answer any other question. Hope this helps.
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07-11-2019, 04:06 PM #19
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Most of what you want to do is way beyond my level of expertise, but I can tell you that when I installed my inverter last year, we had a couple of people on another thread call Progressive and they said that if you run power from an inverter through their EMS it would void the warranty. Don't ask me why, but that is what they said. For me, it was simply not worth the gamble, so I solved this by simply putting a 50A switch between the breaker panel and the EMS. Before the inverter is turned on, the switch to the EMS is turned off.
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07-11-2019, 05:31 PM #20
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Thanks for the responses, a lot of great points and interesting options. I did just order a new converter..even though I was not planning on it but Jeff From BestConverter talked my into a 4-stage that will handle lithium batteries.
Couple of more questions if you do not mind entertaining me:
50A switch between breaker and EMS-My EMS is in between my shore power connection and my breaker box, under my hutch. If I install a breaker between EMS and breaker how would I get power to my breaker box, I was just planning on hitting the bypass mode on the EMS?
IC3000- Wow they are proud of that devices, but seems to have a lot of capabilities. The load sharing, do you have to make adjustments every time you are connected to different power sources? I'm really just looking for a simple solution to run a few items without having to run the generator or extension cords.Brian-USMC Retired
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