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MEP804-B Phase Question

Dell Edwards

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Hey Guys, new here.
Picked up a super clean low hr generator. I needed for hurricane use only. 11 days with no power after Irma. So my question is have any of you guys gone the transformer conversion way to single phase with a 15KVA. It would not be for high load items but I do have an inverter driven Carrier so there is no start up amp draw. The well pumps are the only other large draw. If you have I would like to know what you used and what kind of results you had doing this.
Thanks, good info on here.
 

Bmxenbrett

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Why 15kw? The AC? Usualy the start up is the killer.

I wouldnt go messing with any transformers with such an expensive central AC. Get a window unit for an emergency. There alot cheaper to replace than the first repair on a central AC.
 

Dell Edwards

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Thanks guys, I am an A/C contractor and we have been installing these on a lot of generator back ups and have had no issues so far. The customer is able to use a smaller generator due to no locked rotor amps. I did find someone to swap for a clean low hour 803-a so I won't have to deal with the transformer. Appreciate the in put.
 

robertsears1

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It is my understanding that this is not possible on an 804 (really any MEP 80X series generator) due to the generator cranium design vs the MEP 00X series.

Robert
 
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