Transfer Switch

[newk72]

I would like to install a 50amp automatic transfer switch on our 08 Dolphin . Has anyone done this? If so, what brand switch did you use and what if any problems did you encounter. I have installed a automatic gen start and need the transfer switch if shore power should fail. I do not know why National chose not to use a transfer switch other than to save money.

[newk72]

I would like to install a 50amp automatic transfer switch on our 08 Dolphin . Has anyone done this? If so, what brand switch did you use and what if any problems did you encounter. I have installed a automatic gen start and need the transfer switch if shore power should fail. I do not know why National chose not to use a transfer switch other than to save money.

[Hitchhiker]

I put one in my 5th wheel, bought the switch from Ebay. I really didn't encounter any problems, biggest issue is accessibility to the wiring. If you're electrically inclined, go for it.

Otherwise, leave it for someone who understands electricity and wiring.

[Richard S.]

This is what NRV used on my 07 SeaBreeze.
http://www.escousa.net/Merchant2/merchant.mv?&Screen=PR...5N&Category_Code=EP5
I did have a problem with mine once, I like what you have better. As it was told to me there are two types of automatic transfer switches, those that have failed and those that will.

[Tahiti16]

Are you sure you don't have a transfer switch? My 06 Dolphin has one, it is located in left rear compartment with the telephone and cable hookups.

[newk72]

This coach does not have a xfer switch. If you unplug from shore power, you must plug into a receptical in the bay to get power from the generator to the coach. To take advantage of the auto generator start, it requires a xfer switch or you cannot get power from the generator to the coach. I installed the auto generator start mainly to protect our pet in case park power should fail. Should this occure the gen will start and the a/c will continue to maintain the preset temperture. It also monitors the batteries and will start if the voltage drops to a preset level. I note that Surge Guard has a unit that combines the xfer switch with a surge guard for $600 to $700. Has anyone tried this product? I have never had a problem in 12 years of RVing, but it only takes once to fry everything in the coach. Again thanks for the replies.