[RE-wrenches] generator
David Palumbo
dave at independentpowerllc.com
Tue Nov 10 17:22:18 PST 2009
Larry,
Are you sure it is not a simple overload situation? Have you tried
reprogramming the VFX with a Mate to lower critical values (AC Amps In, and
Battery charger AC amps)?
Seems strange a 8kW generator to have a 20A breaker protect a load like a
generator (unless you were plugged into that outlet). How do you have the
output wired?
Dave
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Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 7:11 PM
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Subject: [RE-wrenches] generator
Fellow Wrenches,
On an off the grid system we did for a client a year or two back, we
installed an Outback VFX3524 mounted on a Midnight Solar E Panel.
They had a manual pull Homelight generator as back up. All worked well.
Recently the client upgraded to an electric start 8000 watt Generac
generator.
Now every time they start the new generator, the GFI 20 amp
receptacle on the generator pops.
There is probably a redundant neutral to ground bond that is causing
this but I am uncertain on the best approach to remedy this condition
Any recommendations or experience on how to get the generator to
interface with the system?
Thanks
Larry
Larry Brown
Sun Mountain
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