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  1. Daybreak

    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, Ummm, maybe your alternator is not working good enough to charge up the batteries. I would add a solar battery charger to keep them topped off after fixing the charging issue. 2 good fully charged batteries will start it right up. Having only 20 volts for start are not going to cut it.
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    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, Notes of interest. Make sure the radiator is full. Make sure the overflow is half way. Make sure all panels are in place, and all doors are closed. The MEP generator is designed to run with all in place for proper air flow. Use you handheld meter to make sure your at a nice 240 volts...
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    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, What I am saying is; The MEP-803A is mechanical. If your average running is around a 60% load, adjust accordingly. A nice 120/240 60Hz. So that means a unit with no load might be sitting differently on the gauges. A no load MEP-803A for me would be hanging around 61-62Hz with no load. I...
  4. Daybreak

    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, Voltage drop can mean terrible things for motors. Starting also makes it harder too.
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    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, Double check where you are grounding. You say your connected using 6/3 wire. You will want a ground somewhere. If that is your meter, or at the service panel at the house. Because of the 600ft distance. Use the clamp on meter, usually has a few other options, and measure your line...
  6. Daybreak

    Got installed on the island - MEP-803a

    Howdy, Your MEP-803A just might be cleaning itself out still. A good fully functional MEP-803A can really power a lot of stuff. The biggest would be the well pump starting and the A/C compressor starting around the same time. With the fans running, a few lights, and refridgerator running might...
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