Installing the Victron Multiplus II Inverter to Power our 50A RV Off-Grid

Installing the Victron Multiplus II Inverter to Power our 50A RV Off-Grid | RV With Tito DIY

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(Off-Grid RV Upgrade) HOW I installed the Victron Multiplus II 2x 120V Inverter in our 50A Class A motorhome and WHY this is best inverter for off-grid boondocking. Part 2 of our Winnebago Class A 50A OFF-GRID electrical / solar system RV upgrade.
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00:00 Off-Grid Inverter Installation on 50A RV
01:25 Victron Multiplus II Inverter Features (Model 12/3000 120-50 2x120V)
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08:00 Victron Multiplus II Cable Connections
10:38 Adding the Multiplus II to an existing RV electrical system
16:00 Wiring the Multiplus II into our AC electrical panel
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@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

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@bobmakowski7627 2 жыл бұрын

@rvwithtito Brian what accessories do I need to order with the Multiplus II

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

@@bobmakowski7627 That is really going to depend on what additional Victron equipment you choose for your system. Interface cables will probably be needed. At a minimum you should get a USB interface cable so you can program the Inverter from your computer.

@jeanniecalo5123 Жыл бұрын

*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*

@truongnguyenquang93 10 ай бұрын

We have used the kzfaq.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

@campnut6076 Жыл бұрын

You explained the inverter better than anyone I've listened to yet. Great video Brian.

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks!

@AllAboutRVs 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation and what a great setup. Looking forward to seeing the final system.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jared. It's a great inverter as you know :) and easy to setup. Your videos about it were very helpful as well. I'm working on getting the rest of the videos edited and published. System is working great.

@offgridcitycouple5695 2 жыл бұрын

Such a well made and easy to understand video, thanks Brian for the awesome content! I've been looking through a bunch of resources to try to understand how this device works but no one seems to be able to explain it in non-electrical-engineer terms. Thanks again :)

@jerryhoxsey6467 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a straight forward explanation of how to set up whole house inverter. Now I am ready to do this. Thanks

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You got this. Good luck.

@stewartmhyre1528 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best install videos I’ve seen. I also liked how you pre-wired the battery input and output before installing the inverter. Can’t wait for the next video. We have a Winnebago Vista 30T and would like to do a very similar set up.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! Yes. It's much easier to set it up ahead of time if possible...especially this time of year.

@yairhaim4191 2 жыл бұрын

Probably the best video description of the Victron Multiplus II - absolutely great!!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate that 👍

@TheKargs 2 жыл бұрын

Excited to see this series. It has always been fuzzy to me on how to accomplish this and properly interface with the other electrical systems on the RV. Looking forward to your next video.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Great. Hope this helps clarify things.

@pauloconnell7668 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent job. Worked electronics most of my 80+ years and you did a great job of simplifying things.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That means a lot coming from a pro :)

@CartersTrail 2 жыл бұрын

I initially used the Victron 3000W and AM Solar "Smart Phase Selector" for my 50A RV and I've had nothing but problems over the past year. I would constantly lose one side of the panel and at times, both sides. The two were not happy together. I was so happy to see Victron release this new model that I immediately purchased it and removed the extra component. You made a great choice.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

That's also what I've heard from an installer friend about the phase selector. Thanks for confirming. Agreed....this inverter is a very welcome upgrade. I'm glad I waited.

@farmdoc9252 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work and explanation Brian. Watching your videos has helped me with a lot of my RV projects. I had weight limitations so went with two 100 amp Battle Borns and a Victron 2000 inverter for our 30 amp RV. Works like charm and my wife is happy with her coffee when boondocking. Will go with something like your new set up when we upgrade our 5th wheel in a few years. Thanks for paving the way! Happy New Year!!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome! Happy New Year to you both. Enjoying my coffee in the desert right now :)

@logun1970 Жыл бұрын

Just started this journey for my 5th wheel (ie meaning just started researching on how to do all of this DIY) your explanations have been great. Really appreciate this content. Thank you for sharing.

@donholcomb4060 2 жыл бұрын

Just about to install the same inverter in my Newmar, Dutch Star. What an upgrade, the hybrid function and ability to pass thru is awesome. Thanks for your help awesome DIY videos!!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Good luck with your install.

@edwardmiller1419 2 жыл бұрын

I am in the process of installing a Victron MP II and until now, it has been somewhat intimidating. You explained things in a way even I could understand. 😁 Thank you. I look forward to viewing your other videos.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear. I'm glad you were able to get it done. Good job!

@hermes6587 6 ай бұрын

Having installed a Victron Multiplus 2 3000W in previous rv I can say your explanation was well done and complete, nice job.

@blackiron33 2 жыл бұрын

Brian, as always, you can take the technical aspect of your RV upgrades to a lay-mans understanding. Thank you for all of your videos, I look forward to seeing your next project. Also, thank you for the Solar downloads that you have provided on your web site. I installed a 400 watt solar system on my RV two years ago, and it works OK, but, I do want to upgrade to lithium batteries and more solar. Now I can compare that to your solar diagrams.. and feel confident in my upgrade. Take care, wish you and your misses the best.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. I really appreciate your feedback. I'm glad the videos have helped you out. Best of luck with your pending upgrades.

@DirectCurrent4u 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job Bryan! Can't wait to see it up and running off Grid! Keep up the great work! 👍

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@markk4672 2 жыл бұрын

My two RV hero’s are Bryan and James at the FitRV. Amazing knowledge and fantastic educators. RV manufacturers need to hire you guys as consultants not just influencers.

@brucemontgomery8136 2 жыл бұрын

brian

@melc1008 2 жыл бұрын

Cannot agree more. Thank you for taking the time to walk through step by step in your shop and out in the RV. Will you be installing surge protector before your Mulltiplus II?

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm rarely on shore power, so I picked up an in-line 50A surge protector instead of a hard-wired one.

@genejmcd 2 жыл бұрын

Very good explanation for connecting into the 50 amp rv system. Elegant way to handle everything.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad it made sense.

@kenandgwenhislop3176 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Brian looking forward to seeing your completed system.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Stay tuned.

@stackerothings 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I had no idea that this install would be that easy. Very informative video. Thank you!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. The key is getting familiar with your current system first.

@rossbagley9015 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly the device I want for exactly the same reasons. Thank you so much for the clear explanation of what it's doing and how. Now to figure out the solar part.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help. Best of luck with your projects 👍

@MrSummitville 11 ай бұрын

@rossbagley9015 - You have a 50 Amp 240 Volt RV and you want to run it with a 2,400 Watt Inverter? Are you serious?

@TOTALLYRELAXED 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching solar installation videos ever since I retired from 38 years of trucking in 2015….while I’ve learned a lot in that time about solar installs I have to confess YOU just twisted my brain in half with ‘this’ video! Lol! It’s somewhat confusing to me but at the same time I find it very fascinating! Thanks for sharing! Happy New Year! ~Jim~

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

I totally understand Jim. The AC side of things is a bit more confusing than the solar and DC side of the system. I'll get to the solar setup soon, which will make more sense.

@TOTALLYRELAXED 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVwithTito 👍👍😊

@remisauve7637 2 жыл бұрын

Tito, I love your videos. New RV'er here. I also have a Winnebago class a ('14 Vista 31ke) and a? running victron components (12/3000, cerbo gx, smart shunt and a 100/50 MPPT.). I just wanted to say I really appreciate all your videos, and I look forward to seeing the rest of this install. Even though I only have a 30amp set up, I feel this entire video is still very applicable. Cheers!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you're enjoying them. Yes...similar setup. Since we don't really hook up we're rarely on 50A.

@coreymerritt7742 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice Brian can’t wait to see it finished ✅

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Stay tuned.

@shanemwood Жыл бұрын

I like how you explain things. Excellent video. I just ordered one and now I am confident I made the right choice.

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

Excellent. It's been a great inverter so far.

@ScottFoxRVTravel 2 жыл бұрын

Great description of how the pass-through split-phase inverter works. I have had trouble describing how this works on my RV. In order to run my air conditioners (one at a time) from my battery bank I also had to do a full rewire of the electrical distribution panel. Right now we are dry camping in an area that is still 75-80 degrees at night and we run the air conditioner from our battery bank all night recharging the battery bank from the solar and generator the next day. Sadly our 1800 watts of incorrectly angled solar panels can't keep up with our air conditioner use.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you get it all sorted out. We're still in cooler temps so A/C is not really an issue yet.

@johnnyallan3640 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for a detailed video on this. Thanks for sharing!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You bet. Hope it was helpful.

@scottd143 2 жыл бұрын

Nice install. I like the color coded wraps for the wiring. Will make things easier.

@CozyLivingMachine 2 жыл бұрын

That's probably the best explanation I've seen out there! Victron should hire you to do some of their videos (their site is terrible!) I would love to see a system like this that also acts as a charge controller, I think that might help justify a bit of that cost -- They're pricey little pieces!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I see arguments both ways. Personally I prefer separate components instead of having the charge controller as part of the inverter. It limits the flexibility of your design.

@user-vy4ms3sg9t 7 ай бұрын

Very simply said. Thank You.

@jimmc4467 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered ours. Let the install begin

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. Hope it goes smoothly for you.

@rvgearguy294 10 ай бұрын

very good explanation

@1peachcowboy1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Built my confidence to do the project and your discount code was an added bonus.

@petekane2501 Жыл бұрын

Take a picture first. Very helpful tip for the DIY crew.

@StevenPendleton 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! Have a 2005 Bounder I am going to install same converter etc myself!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your project!

@ricosuave6994 Жыл бұрын

Great job of explaining how it works!👍

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@JeffWellsD 2 жыл бұрын

I just installed the same inverter. Took my first trip last week with it. So far I love it! Be sure to install the temperature sensor and turn on the function to stop charging during freezing temps. To do that, you have to turn on lithium battery mode. Can't wait to see your final setup.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

I did program the low temp cutoff. It's using the temp sensor in the Smart Shunt which is located right next to the batteries. I also have a high-temp switch on a fan behind the inverter to pull hot air out when it gets warm in there. Thanks for the suggestions.

@terryhaynes1596 2 жыл бұрын

I too installed this inverter and 712 and color control. My BattleBorn batteries are inside the heated fifth wheel. So I didn’t enable this setting. The likelihood of them being that cold is very rare especially if you live in San Diego. Also battle Born batteries BMS will protect them from cold temperature charging. The 712 will report the battery temperature via the color control or phone app. So this setting doesn’t always have to be set. Depends upon your installation and camping style. I guess it couldn’t hurt.

@BillAndersonNS 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year Brian. Glad to see you back in 2022.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Happy new year! Yeah....been working hard getting ready for the road and had to pause the video releases to get stuff done.

@dan0gram 5 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks.

@garryhammond3117 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation of how it all works. - Happy New Year! - I'm looking forward to all your 2022 content!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad it was clear enough. Happy New Year!

@jamesmason7124 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from the high desert of New Mexico USA 🇺🇸. Great job Brian on the installation. That's the inverter that I want to get for my 1967 GM TDH-4519 city transit bus but I just don't have the money for it and my old AGM batteries took a dump on me so I really need to get batteries first because I live in my bus full-time and don't have any power when the sun goes down. Keep up the good work and stay safe and God bless you and your family and America 🇺🇸

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yikes. Hope you get your battery situation taken care of. We're in AZ and its still pretty cold at night. Stay warm.

@thesplinteredfinger Жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining, starting to make more sense to me!

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

Great! I'll probably do an update on this setup soon.

@mike_adams 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice and informative. Happy New Year!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Happy new year! Glad you liked it.

@mikequinones2682 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job so far Brian.. good explanation on the 50 amp service vrs. 30 amp.

@goththicus 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work, and nicely planned. I read the article about in RV Today. I can see why you like tinkering around your RV and making it more efficient and RV’ng off the grid.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes. There's always something that could use some improvement. It's a great feeling when you finally get to use it and benefit from your hard work too :)

@earlhunt2815 11 ай бұрын

Brian, I've used several of your innovative construction mods: flexible panels with t rails, aluminum angle cages for batteries and others. In 2020, I went with an entire Victron system for my class C Navion: 640w on roof, 400w Aux on ground, 4 MPPTs for max efficiency of shading, DC to DC converter, and lots of new increased gauge wiring to meet safety. Then installed the 12vdc dual compressor NOVAKOOL refrigerator. We're 30 amper So went with the multiplus 3000. I've not had a moment's problem and Think Victron is the gold standard for RVs and sailboats.

@RVwithTito 11 ай бұрын

Nice job! I agree with what you said about Victron. Once you go blue you don't go back. You just keep adding more :)

@scaricatladi 2 жыл бұрын

Great, simple, explanation. Thanks

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@philsmith5400 2 жыл бұрын

REALLY enjoyed the video, Brian! I would LOVE IT if you would do a video on things to consider in buying an older RV - I want to consider doing the same, but I don't have an old friend with an old RV that I can trust!

@scottasire5740 2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I, really enjoy your videos, we just bought a 2004 class a and are doing a pretty major renovation. Anxious to see what you do to yours. Really anxious to install solar panels and do some boondocking.

@Tom.and.Missy.Northam 2 жыл бұрын

Finally ordered mine today with your link and discount code. Thanks !!

@MrSummitville 11 ай бұрын

@tomandmissynortham9683 - You have a 50 Amp 240 Volt RV and you want to run it with only a 2,400 Watt Inverter?

@Tom.and.Missy.Northam 11 ай бұрын

We haven’t had any issues running what we need.

@KenLecomte 2 жыл бұрын

You explained that so well. Thank you

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@brentwalden6215 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great video! Thank you!

@JRathor 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Brian Happy New year to you and the family. Hope for the best in new year. Excellent and detailed explanation. I really enjoyed it. Just let you know that I bought the Multiplus II just like yours last September for my 2007 Fleetwood Discovery 39V. But did not have enough time to install yet. I have to wait till May or June when weather is good. Around my farm in Alberta last night the temperature was -40C. I will be waiting for your video of progress. I think that your electrical system and my class A system are very similar. I learned quite a bit from your video. Good luck.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yikes! That's cold. Definitely wait to install it. Glad you enjoyed the video.

@OnTheMewve 2 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here...Thanks for sharing this install video, it has helped me as I prepare to install the Multiplus II in our fifth wheel.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Glad it helped.

@paulsolheim2478 2 жыл бұрын

I found your other video on the buss bars. Good to go now. Tnx

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. More to come.

@brucemontgomery8136 2 жыл бұрын

great explanation- sounds like the inverter has brain to do what a person had to manually do before. have a great 2022- healthy mostly and happy usually 😜

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This inverter is definitely a few steps up from what I was using.

@pauld5530 2 жыл бұрын

I just purchased this inverter. Looking forward to your programming how to videos. 😁

@bradpennington4778 2 жыл бұрын

We really like our Multiplus ll good job on your video.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Great. I love it too. Thanks!

@bparkinson1234 2 жыл бұрын

Nice installation.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@barzalou 2 жыл бұрын

Even if my class A RV runs on 30a, your approach and logic is very sound. I may have a few concerns of additional weight that will have to distributed evenly with the batteriea on both sides of the RV and how it influences your tire pressure levels but aside from that, it's very good.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I believe I'm balanced out pretty well. Plus I did remove two large lead acid batteries on that side.

@ryanh4889 2 жыл бұрын

Another great episode Tito! You did not mention that if you are just plugged into a 30A socket that the inverter can 'boost' the AC power to 50A to power the entire coach (water heater, dual roof ac, etc) using power from the battery bank which may also be supplied from solar panels. Victron equipment with the Cerbo, Touch 50, BVM712, is just so easy to work with and reasonably priced (compared to some of the Xantrex stuff which seems to be VERY expensive).

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I didn't mention that, but YES it's a great feature of the Multiplus inverters. I've already used that feature.

@DeekJohnson 11 ай бұрын

Yes that's what NOBODY is communicating...this is awesome. Can run 50a service plugged in or not. That's what I need

@elderschneider2131 3 ай бұрын

The best video... 👌

@RVwithTito 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@skiimountaineer 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job Bryan, I am installing the same exact thing! I just need to get two more batteries, at least the price came down… in my opinion this is one of the best systems on the market.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Eliminates a lot of work arounds.

@animallovefest143 2 жыл бұрын

What batteries are you using? I contacted Renogy recently and was told all lithium phosphate batteries should be purchased within 6 months of each other, so they age at the same rate, and you're not adding a new battery to used batteries. Are you aware of this? I have two Renogy 170 ah, and wanted to add another, but they are super expensive, and actually went up by over $100 in the last few months $1,600 - 1,700.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

@@animallovefest143 I have 3 Battleborn GC3 batteries. Checkout my previous video to see how I hooked them up. I don't think that's a hard rule, especially with LiFePO4 batteries that have a very long lifespan. But if it's what they say, then that's it. It's certainly an important guideline with lead acid batteries.

@backfortyliving1248 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@winginitwithjohn8451 2 жыл бұрын

Great install video again, thanks Brian. Now if I could trade in my 1.5yo Victron 3000 inv on this new 3000 ll, life would be better.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

That would be cool. You could probably find someone to buy it.

@bntravelin2 2 жыл бұрын

i understand that was very good

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks.

@hawaiianboy1743 2 жыл бұрын

Tito, this is pretty damn cool man!! My family and I have almost the same exact RV as you guys, we kinda have a different floor plan but overall it’s the same:-). Lol I am still waiting to put solar panels on our room because here in Washington State it’s always RAINING!!! We would love to go dry camping like you guys do but we have two little ones so it would be kinda hard to do. I love your location on your inverter AND your battery compartment. That space is reserved for our shoe rack for shoes and other stuff. I need to figure out how to make that space for batteries like you are going to do. Love watching you man!!! Keep up the good work and power on!!!

@inrealtimeshowing4195 2 жыл бұрын

I have I

@robertnorvell1580 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your channel immensely. Helped me with several projects. BUT I couldn’t find a video about insulating the underbelly of a Class C. We’ve done some winter camping in or minnie Winnie 25b. I have been considering installing foam board underneath it to help conserve heat and cool. For example the rear cargo holds are just plastic tubs exposed directly to elements and there are large areas that are bare subfloor exposed. All waterlines run inside so it would seem to be just a process of jenga with foam boards to create an additional barrier. I didn’t know if you have enclosed or insulated anything. I know you’ve done cold weather camping so I figured I’d ask?

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry no video on that topic. My subfloor has at least a couple of inches of insulation. There's no insulation below the compartments though.

@animallovefest143 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation, Bryan. Seeing the wire install would've been nice. For some reason everyone just "explains" this part & skips over the filming. When that's the most important, in my opinion it's easier to understand. I have had to replace three inverters, and still I'm not comfortable when it comes to the wire install. I was hoping to see the order in which you've installed them. And, I'd love to see how to discharge any charge on the inverter and/or battery cables if there is any. Happy New Year! Christina & The Animal Love Fest ❤😽😽😽🐺🐰💋

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I didn't show a lot of that. It's going to vary based on your rig and location of things. Plus those spaces are very confining. I didn't need to discharge anything when connections were made. No sparks.

@CurtisDrew1 2 жыл бұрын

Some Great Content Brian. I'm doing some upgrades (cough) to my 89 Fleetwood Limited and I have an Off Grid Solar System install in the planning stages. I think you have some good advice that I will be using on it in in a few months. Currently finishing up my repower from Gasoline to Diesel. Gonna be a Hoss! Finished up the hydraulic parking brake system yesterday. Engine and transmission are in. COnverted the shifting over to push pull cable, it's a FERD chassis. Solar System will get set up and mocked up before I reroof it and wrap the the old girl! I've been kicking around the idea of swapping out the roof top Coleman AC Units and going to a dual cassette mini split for cooling. I think this Victron Multiplus II Inverter will be just the ticket to make all that work. Yea, hoping to get enough solar on the roof to run the Mini split with cassettes in place of the Colemans. Lucky for me my Coaches Electrical system is all on the drivers side and plummed in easy access! Rock On Dude!

@royrobbins2214 2 жыл бұрын

Brian, I enjoy watching your videos. I have Battleborn house batteries, under the step and 4 more, with the Multiplus II to install. I did notice that you installed yours kind of tight to the top and looks like restricting your air flow. They do generate heat when loaded. Trying to find an area for these is a challenge for most of us.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it's tight. I also added a vent fan behind the inverter that's controlled by a temperature switch. Works great 👍

@Schwartzworld 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video and install. As usual, a couple of things for you. The 6 gauge wire you use for the AC panel is too small for the 50 AMP load. It appears the wire you pulled out is bigger. I used 4 gauge wire to wire my AC panel. If the transfer switch is original, replace it. I don't like automatic transfer switches anyway but they are a necessary evil. Check all the contacts inside yours, they may have burn marks on them. They can be cleaned up but I'd rather replace them. Better safe than sorry.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions. The original wiring was also #6 so I kept it the same. Good note on the ATS. I also replaced mine when I found some burnt contacts. All good now.

@ChuckCassadyYT 2 жыл бұрын

It all depends on the ampacity of the wire used. Romex #6 can absolutely handle 50a. 8awg Ancor marine wire can handle 50a. I suggest you look up the ampacity table of your conductors before you make these kinds of comments

@hedge8888 2 жыл бұрын

Just purchased the parts to install a Multi in my rv as well... but final install has to wait until spring. I only have to deal with 30a though. I didn't buy the dongles, with bench testing it seems that I can configure everything through VRM via the Cerbo so decided to save a few bucks.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Everything on mine also goes through the Cerbo, but I still need the PC app to fully program the inverter. It would be nice to program it through Victron Connect.

@DreweZanki 2 жыл бұрын

One thing you missed mentioning - the Multiplus II can 'boost' power - so if you have 30 (or 15!)A, you set that as your input - and if you 'use' more, the inverter will use the batteries, up to a 20A boost, to make things work. Great for moochdocking off a 15A cable at someones house for example :D

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Very true. Yes. That's a nice feature of the multiplus.

@davidpatrick1813 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good. I like the blue wire cover ... My system is much smaller ... and using a victron solar and dc to dc ... but not hooked up. I'm using a measly 200 amps... which is okay for my mini motorhome.. just trying to decide if and when to use an inverter.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I thought he blue tubing would be a nice touch. Good luck with your upgrades.

@meandtee8401 2 жыл бұрын

I’m guessing here, but, the white hose coming down in front of your inverter would seem to be either the drain from your sink(?) to the grey tank or your fresh water fill line. I had one of those crack over time. That location would not be a good place for a leak. I hope you have inspected and or replaced that if its pretty old or potentially have a plan to keep your electrical equipment protected. Good video! Happy new year!

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. I'm keeping an eye on that. It's the gravity fill for the water tank an it's in good shape. No leaks currently. Also, nothing is sitting directly on the bottom of the compartment and all cables have drip lines. All that's missing is probably a drain hole.

@DennisWintjes2 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! Happy New Year! I have been waiting for the Multiplus II. Like #47 view #305

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Happy new year!

@cluuck4617 2 жыл бұрын

Nice how they are a full 50 amp now with no need for a sub panel to power off the inverter.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. It's fantastic 👍

@tannerjim 2 жыл бұрын

Was it easier to take all wires from distribution panel, back to MultPlus vs taking output from your TS and connecting that to output of Multiplus. Then, you'd only have to wire from the output of TS to input on Multiplus. I did mine this way, but 3 years ago with a GoPower IC2000. Keep up the GREAT work. Maybe someday we'll bump into each other here in the PNW.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Depends where you mount the inverter. Mine was very close to the distribution panel with the ATS on the other end of the rig. If the inverter were closer to the ATS then your suggestion would be the way to go. Take it easy!

@campingforayearrenoheart5908 Жыл бұрын

Option 4 put a transfer switch and place a jumper wire from L[ - L2 ? Works great

@MrSummitville 11 ай бұрын

Isn't that same effect as using the 30A male -to- 50A femaie Dog Bone? Why do you need a Transfer switch? Either way, you have the same problem when there is NO AC power input ... The Victron is running on the Battery Bank only, now how do you bridge the Victron L1 & L2 outputs? The Victron has OPENED both L1 & L2 inputs removing your bridge between L1 & L2.

@lemorco 5 ай бұрын

Your drawing was great. Simple to understand and a great basic knowledge of how these things work. Thanks!!

@RVwithTito 5 ай бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback!

@christopherrasmussen8718 Жыл бұрын

Here is my 'million dollar' question. I have a Victron Quattro 5KVA (5000 watts) inverter in my coach. I have it wired basically like this. My thought is why even have the transfer switch in the equation. The inviter will switch something like 120 amps between the generator, shore power and batteries. It can shift in a fraction of a section and start and sop the generator.

@MrSummitville 11 ай бұрын

@christopherrasmussen8718 - Do you have a 50 Amp 240 Volt RV?

@christopherrasmussen8718 11 ай бұрын

@@MrSummitville well it’s a 50 amp coach with parallel lines in the coach. 4 wired + ground vs what a household dryer that is 240 between 3 wires and ground.

@kevinvey9474 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Bryan I watched your video again this morning. I am impressed with your shop. I'm really interested in how you went ahead and benched test, configured, your inverter before install. I also have the MK3-USB and assumed ---- that with proper isolation of components I could wait until installation of the inverter and then the Cerbo GX /Touch 50 on account of the Lynx system. I was thinking as long as I had a long enough cable and a comfortable spot again I assumed----- Just thinking

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You could certainly set it all up during install. It was pretty cold and rainy outside. So hooking it all up and testing it in the shop was better for me. Plus I could workout any issues ahead of time. Good luck!

@bparkinson1234 2 жыл бұрын

Hey. Also the quirkie thing you may discover with the Cerberus is that you cannot trigger a relay with the temp sensor. Example. I have a fan that kicks on at 90. Had to do it with separate unit. This is a programming issue that victron has not done. Thanks again

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill. I got a cheap Chinese switch to do the trick. Works like a champ.

@bparkinson1234 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVwithTito yep. Same here. Maybe victron will change the programming. Many applications for this.

@thinkingofrvlife9287 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, you explained everything and I acutally understood it. I could install a solar system now with the exception of the actual configuring of the monitoring setup. I was wondering, could you use one 12 volt 500 amp battery or combine two of them?

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You could certainly use a 500Ah battery if you had one. To combine them in parallel, you'd have to check with the manufacturer first.

@fry5family 2 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable timing, Thank You!! I noticed our 4 golf cart battery cases bulging a couple weeks ago. We just got this inverter, a Cerbo GX, and 4 SOK 206AH lithium batteries to replace those batteries and our Magnum ME2012 inverter/charger. I'm hoping the install is "plug and play". I see that you use a bus bar for your batteries. I'm staying with 2/0 welding cable. Can you recommend a hydraulic crimper?

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

You should be setup well with those batteries and the multiplus. Here's the crimper I used: amzn.to/3ziuQtQ It worked pretty well up to 4/0. Good luck with your upgrades!

@davidpatrick1813 Жыл бұрын

I am working on installing my Victron MP II 12V 3000VA but it is going into a fixed location, a radio shack for ham radio. I am having to think quite a bit and look forward to getting it going. Later I will put some solar... it is a much smaller capacity than yours... I am doing the 400Ah minimum that the V manual states and can grow it later. I am going to use it with 120 30 in and later when 50 amp service is available put both in.

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

Nice. Good luck with the upgrades!

@davidrohwer4284 2 жыл бұрын

In your initial explanation of the four wires you use the term "sides" Perhaps "legs" would be a more accurate term. Note the Victron panel labels the hots as L1 and L2.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that's correct. Just trying to choose the right language to make it clearer, but I ended up using both terms interchangeably :) Thanks for the comment.

@buckfrnka2774 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to tackle this job, but completely electrically ignorant. Your fit and finish is beautiful, I think that takes some artistic knowledge. I can't draw a stickman! Have all the tools though.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Who doesn't love a great stick man though. Have you ever animated your stick man on the inside edge of the pages of a book? It's kind of fun.

@buckfrnka2774 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVwithTito No sir, afraid not.

@trevortrevortsr2 2 жыл бұрын

The Growatt does this and can be purchased without the need for a split phase to get 240v

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks.

@BK-dv1hh 2 жыл бұрын

Great, informative video…thanks. A couple of questions come to mind as I’m thinking of a somewhat similar install in my 5th wheel trailer. Do you need a transfer switch apart from the victron unit itself? In my application all power, shore or generator come through the EMS before feeding either the power center now, or the inverter/charger when it’s installed. Secondly, why this unit over, say, the GoPower unit that does pretty much the same thing? Thanks

@timf6916 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, what time do you want me to come over to put mine in? You make it LOOK SO EASY.

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

:) Hope the video helps you get started. The hardest part is the cabling. This inverter simplifies things quite a bit.

@carlhephill9359 11 күн бұрын

i had one of those inverters. it did work great for 6 months. if looking for something to last. switch brands

@jonknouf3006 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Appreciate the time taken to lay it all out and in a segment.I was wondering what level of charge this Victron will be able to charge Lithium when hooked to shore power ?

@RVwithTito 2 жыл бұрын

This inverter charges up to 120A but it's programmable.

@KRich408 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Video!!! 👍👍 I've been holding off on a install in my Travel Trailer because I knew it was going to get to small for full time fast, I just traded it for a larger 5th wheel camper 👍 , the only thing I need to figure out is what to do with the 12v converter? Since it's needed to power everything 12v in the camper, the issue is it will also want to charge the batteries and it's not safe for the Lithium batteries. I'm not sure if I can just remove the circuit that's supposed to charge the coach batteries or I will need to replace it with a converter that's Lithium compatible? This technology is so far ahead of what the RV manufacturers are doing.

@RVwithTito Жыл бұрын

If you install the Multiplus II, then you can remove converter/charger. The MP II takes care of that function.

@edwardbroomfield2291 2 жыл бұрын

Great videos on Victron and battle borne batteries. You helps convince me to go with your setup. One question, when setting my gen start to auto what voltage do you recommend for Battle Born lithium batteries.