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Jesse Jamez asked

Unsure what I need for RV setup

I have a 2003 Fleetwood Expedition 37U. Due to issues with the existing power system I have decided to replace the Inverter and batteries. The RV has an Onan 7Kw Diesel Genny. I am replacing the AGM batteries with a set of 4 Chins 12v 300Ah lithium's. I ordered a Victron Multiplus 12/3000/120-50 120V VE.Bus and am expecting it Monday.

First off, did I order the wrong Victron? From the brochures, it seems like I should have gone for a Quatro for switching between shore and genny power. I will mostly be off grid with the RV.


My second question is what other components would I need for this system. I'm a disabled vet so keeping the cost down as much as possible without endangering the system (esp the batteries) would be best.

Thank you in advance

jesse.

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nickdb avatar image nickdb ♦♦ commented ·
@Jesse Jamez this advice was incomplete and partially flawed. You don’t specifically need the dual inputs of a quattro, but some generators need some additional settings applied, you would need to do some tests.

Considering your situation, having dual inputs where each is properly configured may be more seamless.


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ludo answered ·

Hi,


I'm Ludo, living in a ME36 CCI.

You'll need a BMV 712 to keep track of your battery status and a Digital Multi Control to remote control your multiplus.

The multi is ok, you don't need a quattro, the Genny feeds the same input as the grid would.

Have fun

Ludo

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Thank you!
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