Generator Auto-Start

[CC_Guy]

What can possibly be in that box to cost $500! Some just install hard start capacitors to reduce startup Irish current. Hard start caps are nothing more than caps with a slightly greater capacitance.

There are very few conversions that don't have an automatic load shedding scheme. I thought Hoffman was the only one that relied on the owner to proactively shed loads when on inverter power our 30A shore service. Yes, it's on my list to fix.

When in use, I leave the AGS function on. Although it is too shed all loads before switching power sources, I think the Trace 4024 switches faster than any appliance can know there is a switch.

I'm installing new Xanbus controlled inverters and AGS in a bus now. I see that Xantrex is now offering a Xanbus controlled load shedding breaker panel. For some doing an inverter replacement this might be an option.