Elite V200 Earth / Neutral

Product Discussion BLUETTI EB Series
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I have an Elite V200 on order which I plan to use with our campervan when off grid.

At least initially, rather than modifying the vehicle (which is new and under warranty), my plan is to use the Bluetti via the normal external mains hook up BUT turn off the breakers for the high current / unwanted devices ( electric heating, electric water heater, in most cases the onboard battery charger).

This will leave the Bluetti supplying 230V AC to the microwave, sockets etc while the on board Lithium battery supplies 12V for lighting, etc inc the fridge.

However, I understand the Bluetti has a ‘floating’ output.

The onboard system has an RCD which relies on the source being E / N bonded.

Previously, when using a generator with a floating output, I made a ‘special’ lead - clearly marked etc- used only to bond the generator output.

What, if anything, have others done to address this issue with Bluettis?

Thank you.

Brian

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@G8OSN
BLUETTI units use a floating ground, and the neutral and ground wires are not bonded together.
You can solve it by purchasing a neutral-ground bonding plug (readily available online).

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Thank you, that what I was hoping / expecting. It is, essentially, what I have done in the past with my generator.

I made a special, labelled, lead which is used just for the generator which has a E/N bond.

I will make another one for the Bluetti.

Brian