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Using L2 on Multi

Hi All. I have an off grid system with a 8kva generator and a 5kva Multiplus. We have all our mains electrical demand feeding off L1 on the multi. We also have an electric pottery kiln which draws about 16amps (for 8-11hrs per load) direct from the generator - not via the multi. Currently, we drop the max amps (on multi) to 12 thus allowing generator space for the kiln. My question - Could I connect the kiln to L2 (live only on generator) on the multi; set the max amps to 28 ( to protect the generator) and let the multi control the flow of power between L1 and L2? The kiln has an on/off program (15sec on then off) for the first few hours, and am concerned this may put excessive pressure on the multi. Any thoughts, concerns or comments welcome.

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Jason - UK answered ·

@Enda Mcl in short, your idea sounds fine. The max input for the 5kva is 50amps but with only a 8kva generator you should be well below the maximum input of 50amps.

The main thing to be aware of is when the generator / input to the Multiplus is off, AC out2 disconnects which I assume would be fine as you wouldn't be using the kiln would not be in use without the generator anyway.

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