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    EcoFlow Delta Pro and transfer switch setup

    My solution is a Generac 6382 Whole Panel 200A Utility / 30A Generator Manual Transfer Switch. This switch / subpanel was installed in the garage in series with the main service lines next to my existing panel. I hired an electrician to do that. An added bonus is that I can eventually add a...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    Self consumption is very high relative to what I measured, see my post earlier in this thread.
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    Re: Will's review... Agree that the extra battery not having any stand-alone features and not being able to charge it separately are lost opportunities. I think Will underestimated the overall charge time for a Pro + 2 extra batteries from solar at 1600 W - it will take around 8 or 9 hours...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    I bought a 240V/15A 6-15P power cord, a 50' 6-20 extension cord to go with it, and an adapter to the L14-30S socket on my 7kW Honda inverter generator. With a 240V input the Delta Pro and external battery charged from 65% to 100% in 1 hour and 17 minutes. I had the charge rate set to 3kW but...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    Anyone find a generic storage cover that is a good fit? The one from EcoFlow is too elaborate to put on and take off and doesn't completely cover the unit.
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    @guerby I had the Delta Pro and the AC output set in the app to never go into standby. I unplugged the refrigerator (the Delta Pro's AC output was off) and then plugged the Delta Pro in for charging. I wasn't trying to check the EPS function as the Delta Pro was unplugged when it was powering...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    I ran a capacity test in my expected hurricane back-up use case. I have a Delta Pro and one external battery for a total 7.2 kWh nominal capacity. I charged them to 100% and then ran my ~26 cubic foot double door Whirlpool refrigerator on the AC output until the batteries were depleted to 0%...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    Thanks @Supervstech! I'm thinking about electrical panel upgrades (generator inlet box, master breaker with interlock, EV charging socket) so I'll have that circuit upgraded at the same time if it can be done. I'll also be able to use the 240 V EV socket for even faster Delta Pro charging...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    I discovered that the breaker is 15 A when it popped after the Delta Pro had been charging for about 15 minutes. I reduced the charge rate to 1 kW and there was no problem after that. P.S. The garage door opener is on a dedicated 20 A breaker with an outlet on the 9 ft. ceiling...
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    EcoFlow Delta Pro Discussion

    My Delta Pro arrived today. I can confirm that the RV socket polarity is correct. (Line and neutral were swapped on early units.) The only issue so far is that the 15 A circuit in my garage is inadequate so I have to AC charge at a reduced rate. I don't have solar panels so I can't check for...
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    Ecoflow Steppin' up!!

    Heads up! Available at Costco: https://www.costco.com/.product.100805522.html
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    Ecoflow Steppin' up!!

    Delta Pro disassembly from the EcoFlow Japan YouTube channel (in English):
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    AC200 Max & B230 Expansion Battery

    I just noticed that the B300 battery is 74 lbs. - yikes! Having wheels like the EP500 and the Delta Pro makes a lot more sense when things start getting this heavy.
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    AC200 Max & B230 Expansion Battery

    Another compelling option if there is no hardware authentication is an AC300 base unit and DIY batteries.
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