Workaround For Turning On Remote Generator with Trailer Connected Using Remote Control
Question:
We are going to do some dry camping and need a generator to run the travel trailer. Wanted to get one with remote start for the convenience. I have always been told that you shouldnt have your trailer connected to a generator while starting/stopping the generator in order to avoid a low voltage situation. Is this correct, and if so then remote start would not help as you would still have to be at the generator to connect/disconnect. Would tuning off the breakers in the trailer suffice for remote start? Thanks.
asked by: David
Expert Reply:
An engine warmup delay is programmed into the remote start cycle. After the generator is running, there will be a delay of electrical output for 15 seconds. A delay also occurs after pushing STOP on the remote, so the electric load is automatically disconnected when using the remote.
This prevents the low voltage situation you mentioned.
