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Typical generator/inverter thread, where one or two people know better that the regs, standards and manufacturers and feel qualified to...

You just have. What does that have to do with fixed installations on a boat ?

I am more than happy to attend your boat, all expenses paid at my normal charge out rate, to demonstrate how to use a multi-meter.

You joined the "field" (blue) wire and the "stator" (white) wire together and connect both to the positive output terminal ? Why on...

It's actually very common for the engine battery isolator to disconnect the alternator. Typically, the battery positive goes to the...

The one the OP has does have an internal regulator, although Balmar recommend using an external one.

You do, but equally important is knowing the current standards and regulations for fixed generator installations on boats. The onboard...

I don't think the Centaur has a power supply mode, so if the batteries are disconnected it will still be using its charging logic, which...

Interesting. Will see what happens with mine.

No, do not install lead and LiFePO4 in parallel, This is a really bad idea because their charging curves are far too different. You can...

I leave my master switch turned on and use the remotes. If i turn the master switch off, they obviously all go off, if i turn it back on...

Without knowing the make/model of the generator and how you connect it to the boat, no-0ne can answer your questions. You might think...

So what are you saying, no Earth for a generator on a boat ?

I still think the Septor device is a VSR, if it works, i see no point in changing it.

I always mix my own