The AC Backup output from my Solis inverter was never connected up, and my installer has since gone out of business. In this video I walk through, step-by-step, how I connected it to some dedicated 13A mains outlets, to give me a battery backed AC supply in the case of a grid outage.
Please note that this video is produced solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered an authorised or approved technical instruction or how-to guide. Electricity is dangerous and you should always consult appropriately qualified / registered personnel.
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00:00 – Intro
01:32 – Schematic & laying out
04:17 – Making a start
05:55 – Making up the cable
08:58 – Wiring it all up
13:27 – Testing it out
15:15 – Capability
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Connector (Plug) - Wieland RST25I3S S1 ZR2 V BG03 (96.032.4154.3)
https://eshop.wieland-electric.com/products/en/connector-rst25i3s-s1-zr2-v-bg03/96.032.4154.3?locale=enEnclosure - Crabtree 18GP2M IP20 2-Module Unpopulated DIN Enclosure
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https://www.screwfix.com/p/british-general-fortress-16a-30ma-type-a-sp-n-b-curve-compact-rcbo/969vf13A Socket - 13A 2-Gang SP Switched Metal Clad Socket with White Inserts
https://www.screwfix.com/p/essentials-13a-2-gang-sp-switched-metal-clad-socket-with-white-inserts/69127 Glands/Grommets Vimark Nylon Male Comp Glands 20mm White 2 Pack (556VT)
https://www.screwfix.com/p/vimark-nylon-male-comp-glands-20mm-white-2-pack/556vtGlands/Grommets Vimark Nylon Male Comp Glands 25mm White 2 Pack (786VT)
https://www.screwfix.com/p/vimark-nylon-male-comp-glands-25mm-white-2-pack/786vtWAGO Inline splicing connector with lever, for all conductor types, max. 4 mm², 2-conductor, Transparent housing, Surrounding air temperature, max 85°C (T85), 4,00 mm², 221-2411 (60 pcs).
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