We have that same transfer switch on our house. We do run it 240 due to a well water pump. We needed an 11th low draw circuit so I installed an “EZ generator switch” and run a ln extension cord on a case by case basis. It’s worked well for us the last couple years.
I have added an AC300 to my Nexus Triumph 30t, installed under bed, I only have one b300 battery but plan on adding a 2nd battery after tax refund, I love it and run everything as compared to the dinky 1k inverter that came with the rig, will also be filling the roof with solar this season.
I see the advantage since it’ll kick on if you’re not there. I spent $1,800 on a generator that will run my whole house, including the A/C. I love it! Because I’m in Florida, I got it for hurricane season and power outages due to storms. It doesn’t automatically switch on but that’s not why I got it. That Bluetti has a hefty price tag though. I wish I could afford it.
Yeah they both have pros and cons for sure. We can understand why you got a whole home gen living in Florida and pretty much guarantee power loss a few times a year it seems haha
Ah, garage door opener. Good idea to have that on backup as well. I just bought the AC500 w/2 B300s batteries. I'd love to have your skills to install the backup system myself. I think I could do it but I'm gonna get an electrician. I'm getting too old to die young. btw, I would be interested in seeing a video if you ever do one with the solar panels running it.
Yeah if you're not confident in doing it yourself, definitely get an electrician. Sounds like you've got a great setup! We are planning on recording more with the setup and solar panels👍🏻 keep an eye out!
Mike, I’m glad you did this video. I’ve been waiting for technology and someone to put together something like you did for a home backup power source. I’m not really a fan of putting in a propane or natural gas backup generator. However, I’m very interested in what you’ve put together with batteries.
Good vid, like I said before I think you can power your neighborhood! Lol we use a waggle at our house and in our RV so we know when we loose power at either crib!
We have a waggle in the house as well but it would be nice to have it in the Bluetti function/app with push notifications. Sometimes the waggle lies haha it'll we lost power but we are sitting in the house with the power still on
Mike. I'm just starting to look into this as a home backup option (vs a Generac whole home system). How long do you think you can run your circuits on the battery backup? I'm looking for something to power similar items as you have for 6ish hours. I figure anything longer and I would switch to a typical portable gas gen.
So glad that when you are able to enjoy the little things you enjoy, (she said) , you will be warm and also proper lighting .. makes better videos!...))) Ok Mike when do you make your travel itinerary so you can help us install our systems...
Hmmmm... Very interesting. We're always worried about our pipes freezing here in Vermont should we lose power while Florida RV'ing in December/January. Perhaps something like this could power our furnace verses a home generator.
Hi Mike & Lynn, I was wondering if you have a well pump? I would keep that on backup. Also, do you have an electric hot water heater? That would probably last for a while before needing juice to heat up but the well pump is very important. Another great video indeed. Thanks. Slainte!
Hi Guys just seen the video I know I’m a week late but since you want to use the Bluetti for home use give all to see what type of solar panel you could that mount in your yard or on top of the house
Hi, great information. I don't have a battery backup as yet, still doing the research for a future system. I'd like to do something similar. I currently installed a six circuit transfer switch (exact one you installed but with 6 circuits) to use with my generator. Generators use the four prong 240V twist lock connectors the same as on the transfer switch. In order to use the Bluetti AC300 you mention connecting both the L1 and L2 lines together to be able to power every circuit in the transfer switch. I've found two different types of adapter cables are available for going from the NEMA TT-30 connector on the Bluetti to an L14-30 connector. One will tie only one leg to the line side and the other will tie both legs together to line. These seem to be referred to as 120V and 240V adapters respectively. Wouldn't replacing the Bluetti cable with a 240V TT-30 to L14-30 adapter cable satisfy this connection problem? I'd like to keep the wiring in the transfer switch the way it is so that if I need to I could still connect my generator. Thanks for the informative video.
So Lynn, it Mike going to have to sleep on the couch until he realizes that the hot tub is essential?🤣 I mean really, if the power is out what else do you have to do? I didn't hear you mention the furnace on the circuits you want to protect. Maybe it's on one of the circuits that you are protecting. I' assuming that the transfer switch isolates the grid from the power you are supplying to your house so it doesn't back feed the grid. Just something to think about. Keep the good stuff coming guys.
Hello, I would love to see the rest of your house. I thought when Mike was going up the stairs when he got home from surgery y’all were going to show it but it stopped when he reached the top. Love your videos.
🧐I think it’s more of Mike has an addiction to buy bluetti 💁♂️😉😉🤣🤣 I believe they call it compulsive buying disorder💁♂️Mikey will one day be showing us running the hot tub off of one. I don’t by that on he won’t or doesn’t need to run it when power goes out😅😂
@@WanderingWagners if you have anything to do with it. I am sure the tub will be running. We know Mike has to eat 💁♂️😉😉 no hot tub when powers out for few days. No dinner 😉😉😂
@@WanderingWagners 😂🤣 he probably would sneak out to the restaurant. But it just dawned on me on. Do you guys have a well? Or is there a city water supply to your place? Yeah I have a similar transfer switch but use a generator for. Have hot tub to. But they draw a lot of power. Cost $50 a month to run it. Never tested it on how much it draws. I am sure over 6,000 watts with the heating element.
Why if that's the only power you have, you would have your daytime?Okay, but then you're not.Your couple is later when the sun is down , you go out of power
How many total watts it? If its 2 300 amp hour batteries, it really isnt that much. 12,200 watt hours isnt that impressive either. Build it yourself, much cheaper! I have less that $8000 in 16 370 watt panels, 4 victron MPPTs, 8 tesla 250a 24v modules, all the hardware and a 4000 watt inverter.
Best infomercial I've watched in a decade or so (also the only one too).
Lol sometimes they sound that way unintentionally
Mike has turned into a madman. Before you know it, he’ll be using an EV as a battery pack
Mike is a ham or an amateur radio operator. You don't get your licence without knowing the theory of electricity and circuits and so forth.
😂😂😂 that would be a site to see... Let's hope not lol
We have that same transfer switch on our house. We do run it 240 due to a well water pump. We needed an 11th low draw circuit so I installed an “EZ generator switch” and run a ln extension cord on a case by case basis. It’s worked well for us the last couple years.
Nice! Good to hear it's working out well for you the past few years. Hopefully it'll workout that well for us😊
I have added an AC300 to my Nexus Triumph 30t, installed under bed, I only have one b300 battery but plan on adding a 2nd battery after tax refund, I love it and run everything as compared to the dinky 1k inverter that came with the rig, will also be filling the roof with solar this season.
That's pretty awesome!
I see the advantage since it’ll kick on if you’re not there. I spent $1,800 on a generator that will run my whole house, including the A/C. I love it! Because I’m in Florida, I got it for hurricane season and power outages due to storms. It doesn’t automatically switch on but that’s not why I got it. That Bluetti has a hefty price tag though. I wish I could afford it.
Yeah they both have pros and cons for sure. We can understand why you got a whole home gen living in Florida and pretty much guarantee power loss a few times a year it seems haha
@@WanderingWagners You’re 100% right! Lmao! A slight breeze of 10 mph will shut my whole street down🤣😂
Ah, garage door opener. Good idea to have that on backup as well. I just bought the AC500 w/2 B300s batteries. I'd love to have your skills to install the backup system myself. I think I could do it but I'm gonna get an electrician. I'm getting too old to die young. btw, I would be interested in seeing a video if you ever do one with the solar panels running it.
Yeah if you're not confident in doing it yourself, definitely get an electrician. Sounds like you've got a great setup! We are planning on recording more with the setup and solar panels👍🏻 keep an eye out!
@@WanderingWagners Great. Thx
Hi both. Nice bit of kit. Stay safe see you in the next one
Thanks! We've been pretty happy with it
Pretty cool but I really like our whole house generator, we never worry about anything in the power department.
That's Definitely a great addition!
I have an Ac200P portable bluetti and I love it, the ac 300n or 500 is a dream, would love them but they cost a lot
They really do cost a lot but they are very nice
I filmed an install of the same Protran2 for my AC300 last week. It's a great setup.
Nice!👏🏻 We have been very pleased so far
Great buy! Now you just need a solar array for the house to charge the Bluetti during an extended power outage.
😂 I think he already has that covered with all the portable solar panels as well as the ones on top of the wraith 💁♂️😂
We have considered adding a few panels to the house haha
Mike, I’m glad you did this video. I’ve been waiting for technology and someone to put together something like you did for a home backup power source. I’m not really a fan of putting in a propane or natural gas backup generator. However, I’m very interested in what you’ve put together with batteries.
Yeah we prefer this to the other generator options. Hopefully you found it helpful!
Good vid, like I said before I think you can power your neighborhood! Lol we use a waggle at our house and in our RV so we know when we loose power at either crib!
We have a waggle in the house as well but it would be nice to have it in the Bluetti function/app with push notifications. Sometimes the waggle lies haha it'll we lost power but we are sitting in the house with the power still on
@WanderingWagners that funny I had mine lie once too! But you are right as expensive as the bluetti are they should let you know the power went out!
Mike. I'm just starting to look into this as a home backup option (vs a Generac whole home system). How long do you think you can run your circuits on the battery backup? I'm looking for something to power similar items as you have for 6ish hours. I figure anything longer and I would switch to a typical portable gas gen.
So glad that when you are able to enjoy the little things you enjoy, (she said) , you will be warm and also proper lighting .. makes better videos!...))) Ok Mike when do you make your travel itinerary so you can help us install our systems...
Thanks! Oh c'mon you know we don't plan travel ahead lol
Hmmmm... Very interesting. We're always worried about our pipes freezing here in Vermont should we lose power while Florida RV'ing in December/January. Perhaps something like this could power our furnace verses a home generator.
It could definitely power the essentials and one major reason why we got it since we love to travel so often
Nice review debating on what iam going too run my off grid cabin in ky looks like a good option
Definitely a good option for that!
Hi Mike & Lynn, I was wondering if you have a well pump? I would keep that on backup. Also, do you have an electric hot water heater? That would probably last for a while before needing juice to heat up but the well pump is very important. Another great video indeed. Thanks. Slainte!
Nope we have city water here, no sump either but those would be great things to add if your house has them!
Hi Guys just seen the video I know I’m a week late but since you want to use the Bluetti for home use give all to see what type of solar panel you could that mount in your yard or on top of the house
We have been thinking about putting some solar on the house for these stations to help, actually!👍🏻
Wow I need that setup!
It's pretty nice to have that backup power while we are away from home
Hi, great information. I don't have a battery backup as yet, still doing the research for a future system. I'd like to do something similar. I currently installed a six circuit transfer switch (exact one you installed but with 6 circuits) to use with my generator. Generators use the four prong 240V twist lock connectors the same as on the transfer switch. In order to use the Bluetti AC300 you mention connecting both the L1 and L2 lines together to be able to power every circuit in the transfer switch. I've found two different types of adapter cables are available for going from the NEMA TT-30 connector on the Bluetti to an L14-30 connector. One will tie only one leg to the line side and the other will tie both legs together to line. These seem to be referred to as 120V and 240V adapters respectively. Wouldn't replacing the Bluetti cable with a 240V TT-30 to L14-30 adapter cable satisfy this connection problem? I'd like to keep the wiring in the transfer switch the way it is so that if I need to I could still connect my generator. Thanks for the informative video.
Might want to verify with Bluetti on that question. Appreciate the comment!
Now that's slick!!
Thanks! It's been a great addition
So Lynn, it Mike going to have to sleep on the couch until he realizes that the hot tub is essential?🤣 I mean really, if the power is out what else do you have to do? I didn't hear you mention the furnace on the circuits you want to protect. Maybe it's on one of the circuits that you are protecting. I' assuming that the transfer switch isolates the grid from the power you are supplying to your house so it doesn't back feed the grid. Just something to think about. Keep the good stuff coming guys.
Right...I think the hot tub is essential lol
The furnace is added and we did mention that in the video👍🏻
No back feeding into the grid
wow that was a long comericial
They can sometimes feel like that when we are talking about what they can do and how we are using it
Great video Thanks
Appreciate that! Thanks for watching
Have you guys watched AZ expert He has the bluetti home station.
No we haven't
Hello, I would love to see the rest of your house. I thought when Mike was going up the stairs when he got home from surgery y’all were going to show it but it stopped when he reached the top. Love your videos.
BLEW EDDIE
It's "Bluetti"👍🏻😊
What’s the cost for that system? Versus whole house generator?
It's about $5,000
Thanks just curious because I live in Florida. Whole house generator is about 10k
Still working on property have too get water and electric
Nice!
Definitely a great addition!
That’s cool 😎
Thanks!
@@WanderingWagners your welcome 🙏
Do you guys have alot of power outages
Not a ton but always nice to have backup for essentials when we travel so often
Water heater?
Could be added if you have an electric water heater
🧐I think it’s more of Mike has an addiction to buy bluetti 💁♂️😉😉🤣🤣 I believe they call it compulsive buying disorder💁♂️Mikey will one day be showing us running the hot tub off of one. I don’t by that on he won’t or doesn’t need to run it when power goes out😅😂
That would be pretty amazing😂
@@WanderingWagners if you have anything to do with it. I am sure the tub will be running. We know Mike has to eat 💁♂️😉😉 no hot tub when powers out for few days. No dinner 😉😉😂
@@kevink4914 right! He can't survive on frozen pizza and ramen (what he can cook) forever😂
@@WanderingWagners 😂🤣 he probably would sneak out to the restaurant. But it just dawned on me on. Do you guys have a well? Or is there a city water supply to your place? Yeah I have a similar transfer switch but use a generator for. Have hot tub to. But they draw a lot of power. Cost $50 a month to run it. Never tested it on how much it draws. I am sure over 6,000 watts with the heating element.
@kevink4914 we have city water
Looks like a very nice setup.
So far it's been awesome to have and we are continuing to test it
Lynn needs a lot more air time.
Haha next week!
Why if that's the only power you have, you would have your daytime?Okay, but then you're not.Your couple is later when the sun is down , you go out of power
Use solar panels to charge it durning the day, battery bank to utilize are night
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You've got that right haha
How many total watts it? If its 2 300 amp hour batteries, it really isnt that much. 12,200 watt hours isnt that impressive either. Build it yourself, much cheaper! I have less that $8000 in 16 370 watt panels, 4 victron MPPTs, 8 tesla 250a 24v modules, all the hardware and a 4000 watt inverter.
Sounds like a heck of a setup!👏🏻👏🏻
I was here to see hot pink pants.
Last week's video lol
Sorry, Mike. But that is a manual transfer switch. It will not transfer automatically.
If you set it to generator it does.
My bad. I see what you are doing now. Leaving the transfer switch set to gen.
Water heater?