[RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark 12k w/ Generac Transfer Switch

[Chris Mason]

As a Generac dealer, I would say the right answer is "No".
As in, don't use a Powerpact generator as a two wire start generator. The
Powerpact are a glorified portable in a box.
The Powerpact has to have constant power to maintain the battery and
electronics. The generator powers the load center transfer mechanism.
You can use a Guardian as a two wire start unit if you provide a 120V T1
for battery charging, but the Evolution controller has to be configured as
two wire start.
I do not believe the Powerpact has that feature as it does not have a
configurable controller.
Also, it invalidates the warranty.
And, if you rig a relay and someone gets electrocuted, it's on you.
Sometimes the best answer is no, you need to trade up to a better generator.

On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:41 AM rick at solshineenergy.com <
rick at solshineenergy.com> wrote:

> Wrenches,
>
> I’m looking to tie in a Generac Powerpact 7.5kW generator with transfer
> switch to a Sol-Ark 12kW. The Sol-Ark has a two wire start (NO or NC)
> capability, however, the Generac transfer switch operates on loss of 240V.
> Is my only option to use a relay driven by the two wire start to drop 240V
> to the transfer switch?
>
> Thank you,
>
> rick brown
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Chris Mason
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