October 24th, 2016 - ElectricalGetting ready to put the roof on so I need to ensure all the electrical works before enclose it all in. I was not happy with the 1/4" push on terminal connectors I got from Amazon (used these on my 12v outlet in the main cabin & light switch in main cabin). The connections kept coming apart, so I replaced all these connectors. I found that I really like the Ace Hardware connectors of all types. They hold really firm.
I ran all my dc wires to a terminal in the rear galley, I cut the hole for my 30 amp inlet, Made my 120 to 30 amp cable. made a ground bar in the galley.
One thing that saved me was labeling every cable from the beginning. after running wires 10 separate connections the wires became a jumbled mess in the back. I was easily able to find my label, untangle the wire and put it in the correct location.
I hooked up the main power cable first then identified and labeled the connections coming out of the back of the PD4045. I did this by placing only 1 fuse at a time and using my multimeter to find the correct cable. This is the easiest way as the cables are packed in tight on the dc side of this unit.
I used ring terminals for each of the 12v connections.
Hooked up the 120 lines to the corresponding circuit breakers. I had 12 gauge solid copper wire so that was a PITA trying to work in such a tight spot (I changed this later).
Now time to test it.........
Everything worked....holy crap!!!!! I left it on for an hour to make sure I did not see anything burning or fuses popping. Quite proud of myself at this moment. definitely appreciate everyone who took time out to answer my questions on the electrical.
I also started laying some of the flooring in the cabin. This was a late night. I think i finally packed everything up around 1:30am