Boondock with RV Air Conditioning - Micro-Air EasyStart 364 Install - RV Upgrade
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After installing the Micro-Air EasyStart 364 soft start we are able to start and run our RV air conditioner using a small Westinghouse iGen2500 inverter generator. Now we can run our air conditioning while boondocking and dry camping without having to lug around a huge generator that is large enough to start our air conditioner on it's own. This solution saves us precious storage space, costs less, is more fuel efficient, and is quieter.
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I wish the RV industry would add this as standard equipment.
I don't think they'd spend that when they won't even put quality tires on most RV's. Possibly on the higher end models, though.
I thought they did. Maybe only on some ac models.
I bet they won’t even add it for you because they only administer the warranty for the ac they aren’t the manufacturer of the add on units.
So you would be out of luck and the dealer or the Rv manufacturer isn’t going to pay for the repair or replacement if an easy start were added onto the ac unit.
The added costs will raise price relative to competitors. Not the way to succeed in business.
NO , you wish the cheep poor quality crap he or you have is replaced with a inverter variable refrigerant flow system,( like a mini split) so you have a modern up to date hvac. The RV industry need a good blowup and restart !!!
This guy is the smartest person on the net when it comes to explaining how to work on electronics or install solar, excellent videos.
I know, David is extremely intelligent!!!!
Agreed! One of the best how to video's I have ever seen! Thanks for doing it for us, I am subscribing!
Yea I really like the warning he gives, when touching The capacitor, Oo-wait he didn't warn you. A capacitor can hold a hella volt, even for weeks after being removed. Will lite ya butt up...
@@bugnobody1039 I was afraid of that too! Let's hope that there was no off-camera zap.
You just haven't seen my videos yet
..haha
You did a better, concise and more detailed description than the video by Easy Start! Well done
Excellent DIY video. Most people - including a majority of TH-camrs - don't appreciate how much forethought, planning and effort are required to produce a video describing something potentially complicated in a way that is not only accurate, but also clearly presented and enjoyable to watch. You definitely have the formula dialed in. Kudos and keep up the good work!
Wow thank you Chuck I really appreciate that!
David - because you might find it interesting let me add a little context about the video production comment. I've been watching a wide range of videos on TH-cam for a few years now and witnessed the full gamut: crappy content+lousy production, crappy content+decent production, good content+crappy production, good content+good production, and then the comparatively rare stuff like yours: especially good, relevant content, well presented, properly lit, good audio, captions or character gen if needed, restrained editing (not jumpy or too much fancy fades and wipes, etc). It takes a lot to get there.
I haven't produced or published a single video on TH-cam but did do some video production back in the mid to late 80's on the old-school equipment in use just before NLE became the standard. The ENG grade cameras and all the related gear were heavy and cumbersome and a complete nuisance to get all set up. And you can probably imagine the kind of gear you needed to make moving camera shots.
As far as post, the old style A-B roll editing suites were mind bogglingly complicated and tightly scheduled. I am not and was not a professional, just a hobbyist using the facilities of the local cable access channel. If I did everything myself: planning, shooting and editing, it required an average of 10 hours of my time for each minute of finished video.
Hope that helps you and others that might read this to appreciate the power of these tools you have at your disposal now.
By the way - I'm also an avid RVer, we have an old but great motorhome that we've done lots of improvements on, that's how I tripped on your channel.
Safe travels.
Great video. 2 yrs old and still relevant. Watched this video twice and went and looked at my AC unit. Same model number and same wiring schematics. A job that would normally take me 3-4 hours reading, tracing and testing took all of 25 minutes doing the install and wire verifications. Thank you so much.
Finally someone makes a video about this. Thank you for the instructions.
I appreciate the information that I couldn't get anywhere else. Very helpful video even to someone like me who needs help deciding what to do. I will have my RV. technical support do the installation
just installed our easy start... only 95 degrees on the roof of the RV... but worth it ! Honda 2000 starts & runs the A/C, will run on eco mode with slightly elevated throttle... thanks again for the great instructions !!
@Pointhunter75 13.5... and sometimes not enuf for our puma 25tfs, but we are outside most of the time, now we can run the A/C with the Honda 2K....
David, your instructions were very detailed and easy to understand..conceptually. I certainly will use your video guidance when my day comes. I hope your critters love the cool air-conditioned home as much as you & Jenni.
Y'all are amazing and very inspirational for this dreamer and future full-time RV'er!
Don't know where you are but I hope you were able to visit your bro.
Catch up with you next week,
dee
Thanks for the video on the install. I ordered ours today will be installing next week.
Predator 3500-watt Super Quiet Inverter Generator for $679.99 Weights 120 total, Im 66yrs old and can lift it in and out of my pu. However I dont take it out I park by my RV and when in side you cant hear it over the AC unit. Im happy with it.
Thank you! I've watched several different videos on installing the soft-starter and yours is BY FAR the easiest to follow, understand, and see what has to be done. My unit is supposed to arrive in about a week, and I can't wait to get at it. You da man!
Really like how you explain everything and show exact steps as you progress through your projects ! Great video
I had to come back and watch this vid and probably again. I just bought my first travel trailer, Winnebago 2106DS, and am ready to start my boondocking experiences. Thanks for the informative vids.
I’m envious of what a techy you are, David. Great work, brother.
Haha thanks Chris!!
One suggestion, always discharge a capacitor by crossing the terminals with a screwdriver before working with it. This will discharge any voltage that the capacitor has stored inside it and will prevent you from being shocked.
Well done. I am a licensed electrician and instructor and I observed everything you did, FANTASTIC that you followed the instructions and did a really good job with crimps and splices. I am adding this video to my favorites and will recommend your instructions to others seeking to do the same thing!
And okay, because of how awesome you did, I'm subbing too ;-)
I’m surprised you didn’t mention not using electrical tape instead of shrink tubing lol. Look at the white wire at about 8:40 give or take. As an electrician I teach the apprentices to always use shrink tubing if possible.
I have a 13,500 BTU AC on my camper, how do I know which soft start to buy, the 6 ton or 8 ton?
@@prepperjonpnw6482 Agreed. Also, heat guns are not very expensive. If you plan on doing work like this, get one and have a selection of heat shrink tubing of different sizes on hand and avoid the use of electrical tape where heat shrink tubing can be used instead. Also, learn to solder correctly. I've found a good solder bond between stranded wire pairs of 14-12 gauge works better the the crimp connectors, and then wrap them with heat shrink tubing. I've repaired many crimp joints on small wires that failed over time and were reported as intermittent electrical problems or main unit failures. I've never had to redo one of my soldered splices. Once and done is what you want IMO.
@@HeiwaPeace 1 ton of AC is equivalent to 12,000 BTUs. Most RV AC units are 15,000 BTU or less. One ASY-364-X20-IP unit will support up to a 3-ton unit.
How can you run your air with the easy start and can you use every thing else
You sir are awesome. My two a/c’s are exactly the same as yours. With the help of your video here, I installed two Easy Starts in a matter of twenty minutes. Both work great. Thank you for this easy description of what to do.
Again this was an outstanding video. This particular unit/wiring is on many different RV's, and David shows how easy it is to do a quick and clean install. Thanks again!!!
Thanks for the video. My Coleman Mach was almost an exact knock off of your installation, except I had to remove the extra starter cap. Since
the mounting strap was already loose, by moving the remaining caps to the rear panel in the enclosure, there was room to hard mount the case
with screws on the front panel. No tape. Superb! Between this video and the one from MicroAir, it went pretty smoothly. Runs so quietly!
Also thank you to the anonymous camper in Taos NM who first told me about the EasyStart he was running in his Casita.
Enjoyed your install, we just sold our house and hopefully will retire by the first of the year, we live in Alaska and all we do is boondock for the last 30 years and are looking forward to travel the lower 48, we have a 41’ Montana and a 4500 watt Yamaha that will only run one ac, now I know that if I do what you just did we can run both, thanks so much.
Thank you. Showed my wife your video. She loved it as well.
This video convinced her to follow my recommendations to purchase a smaller generator and this easy start system.
She is VERY Excited. She also wants to help with the install as your instructions have given her confidence she could do the install.
Thank you so much for this detailed and informative video.
Great job.
I love Mustangs, the animal and the car!! In fact, I have a 1995 convertible and I absolutely love him, I have NEVER had ANY problem at all with him!! Keep on Mustanging Mustang, he haw!!!! 😉😄😊
Professionally executed how-to video, articulately explained and shot. You could probably add to your income by producing technical videos on a variety of subjects. You've clearly got the skills.
I absolutely agree!!!!! 😉😄😊
I just installed this unit on my RV today and it has the exact same setup as the one in this video. I just followed each of his steps and it works like a champ!! Thanks for the video as it was a great help!!
Outstanding video, David and Jenni!! Many thanks for your support and for that of your viewers.
Trying to open your site but it keeps failing
If you add this, can you run the AC on automatic so that it can kick on and off?
Third time watching this. Will definitely get this device in the future. These kinds of how to’s with your very logical displays of needed tools, etc. and very descriptive installation procedures are so helpful! Keep up the great work David!
Excellent! You explanation of combining the wiring diagram with the EasyStart directions is just what I needed to install the EasyStart that I bought TWO YEARS AGO!
Awesome, good luck!
After watching your install video over and over and over, I installed mine today. Took about an hour. It works great. Thank you for taking the time you did to make your amazing step by step instructional video!!! God bless you! Mark
Being from the south, an AC has been my primary concern with off the grid living. This product looks like a perfect solution.
Thank you so much you really do a great job of explaining each step of the insulation. I have to agree with some other comments and that you are one of the best in helping us with projects. Truly appreciate it. Stay safe and keep teaching. Paul
Wow! We just bought one of these and installed it on our air conditioning unit. We are planning a winter trip to an LTVA in Arizona soon, but know that every once in a while you'll get a hot day when you least expect it . . . and I'm not a lover of heat, lol! My husband has great foresight and is very considerate of my comfort. He's a keeper!!
Great production value, GREAT AUDIO and most of all, great information! Thanks for producing such an informative video. I ordered my Eastystart BEFORE I saw your video, so no chance to claim the $25 discount, but this video was sure worth it.
Great tutorial! Just did this install on my Dometic 15K BTU, was a bit different in appearance, but basically the same procedure. Product works exactly as described, starts and runs my AC on a 2KW Yamaha suitcase. Amazing.
Your installation instructions; what you need for hardware and tool, step-by-step procedures, and including the wiring diagrams make this video one of the best I’ve seen. Have only recently subscribed to your channel so I am curious what you did for a living before. You are a very smart, methodical person, and an excellent speaker.
I couldn't agree more!!
Excellent install video, very clean edits and easy for the viewer to follow. You earned another subscriber! I also own a Westinghouse iGen2500. I use it with my 10 circuit transfer switch at my home for an emergency power backup source. It is easy to start, quiet, and very fuel efficient as you mentioned.
Awesome thanks, I already have the Westinghouse generator but I haven't tried to use it for the ac. great job!
Thanks for the video. Very nice. I have heard of these easy start devices yet used the opposite approach to cooling with a generator. My 26 foot cargo trailer conversion has R23 insulation and is cooled by a 5000 btu window unit cleverly hidden away. I was suprised to discover the cheap A/C I purchased has some sort of soft-start capabilty built in so I can run it with my Honda Eu1000 generator. Everyone said I was crazy over-insulating but I love the result. If you remodel...think thick insulation! It is also very quiet inside. I paid a lot for my cargo trailer yet...it is depreciating very slowly and I am happily living in it. Of couse the conversion is never finished...my work continues.
I am thinking this is a "must have" for boondocking in an RV...Very thorough video...Nice job David!!
I sure agree with you!!
I feel compelled to point out that capacitors can retain a high voltage charge for hours after being disconnected from the power source. Wearing jewellery, especially gold, is incredibly dangerous when performing any type of electrical maintenance ... You are a competent DIY'er but that was a considerable oversight. Stay safe!
Yes this video made me very nervous. Every time his hand came close.
Rule number one with dealing with high voltage. SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY!
Yeah was expecting a quick shock, I'd just grab proper gloves and of course remove jewelry.
David is a good guy, and a wealth of knowledge. But perhaps in this instance he should have showed how to check for voltage with a meter, and mentioned how to Safely and Slowly discharge them.
In this application of the capacitor as a start and run capacitor, the charge is immediately dissipated by the compressor motor. Yes, be safe, but in this instance there will be no charge in those capacitors
Yes, I always short out the terminals of each capacitor
Great video! Just what we needed, funny how you showed this not a week after we had issues with our setup. Just ordered a unit!!!! If I have problems in the install I will have to watch this again....and most likely again.... Then I'll message you for help!! I know how to turn on light switches and that is about it when it comes to power. Thanks for making it look like something I can do!!
I'm almost positive that my PhD that I do possess had to come into play to understand what he was saying. I'm give a thumbs up because he seems extremely intelligent. 👍
It's all a foreign language to most people.
I finally installed this this morning, although I've had the Easy Start for a couple of months. Your directions were exactly what I needed and your wiring schematic is exactly the same as mine! One thing to note, my Easy Start came with spade connectors already installed on the wires that need them, a logical and nice addition! I was able to make room on the back wall to mount the unit with screws but had to relocate the existing ground wire for it to fit. After the installation and starting it 5 times as outlined, I plugged my shore cord into the outlet I installed that goes to the inverter, turned on the inverter and then turned on the air conditioner. My 400Ah of LiFePo4 batteries and 2000w Renogy Pure Sine Wave inverter started and ran the Air Conditioner! It was drawing about 100amps from the batteries initially, then settled to 83amps as the solar panels started to charge the batteries simultaneously before I turned it off. I get about 30amps peak charging so I should be able to run the air about 5 hours (70A x 5 hrs = 350Ah) before being concerned about having enough amps for night time needs.
David, thank you for your MicroAir Easy Start 364 detailed installation video! I just finished successfully installing mine by pausing your video at each step on my phone while on the roof of my travel trailer. My AC is the exact same one as yours so other than having to work around my solar panel, installation was a breeze. Watching your video was much better than trying to read the itty bitty text on the paper that came with my Micro-Air. I'm using a Champion dual-fuel 2000 watt generator on LPG and it works great with the Micro-Air 364 to start my AC or run the microwave. Love not having to carry gas around in the bed of my truck. Safe travels and thanks again!
Love your videos. I had a 14 ft custom toy hauler made for the two of us and our two large dogs. The one thing I insisted on was the Easy start being installed so we can use our a/c with our inverter, and our inverter generator. We have solar, 300ah lithium battery, and 3000 watt inverter generator. This will help keep the dogs cool on those hot and muggy days here in Ohio. Keep up the good work.
Nicely done video, straight to the point and very professional! I used it to install my Easy Start today. The only thing that through me for a loop was that our Coleman has a heat pump, so I contacted Micro Air to see where the black wire from the compressor should be tied into, since our black wire was not spliced together with the purple one. MicroAir said to splice our black wire from the compressor into the black wire that is going into our outdoor temp relay. Just did our 5 setup runs and it works beautifully. Thanks for putting together such an easy to follow video. Take care and safe travels!
Very well done and clearly explained. Great job! I'll be sure to recommend it when anyone asks about the EasyStart. Cheers!
A great mod, David; very clear directions and demo. So pleased it's everything y'all wanted/needed; keep us informed. Be Safe!
Thanks! We love that it lets us start our air conditioner with our small generator!
Oh yes I agree completely!!
Top Notch explanation of this soft start, I just bought this for my rv, thanks for your time!!!
Finally a video that shows startup on a small gen. Great job!
Micro-Air loves these guys and how David installed on the Coleman on his rig. Very professional.
We have been enjoying all your videos on everything and learning so much from them.
That's pretty amazing. This would seem like a bit of a game changer for a lot of people. Great video and thanks for sharing.
Thank you for making this video. Well done, instructions were easy to follow. I installed mine today, and could not believe my eyes. I went from 37 starting amps to 6.4. My Ac now starts with my little Honda 2000 generator in eco mode.
That's awesome! We love ours too, it starts our AC with our Honda eu2200i no problem 👍
Freaking love you guys.....Just ordered my Micro-Air, Thank you FATE!!
My A/C went out at home a few weeks ago during 100 degree weather and I was wondering about a set up like this for RV life. Great video!
Wow....one video just answered about 20 questions! Very good thanks for saving me a TON of research. We love your videos.
Also enjoyed the radio show!!!
I agree with you!
You guys videos keep getting better and better. Thanks for sharing!
I absolutely agree!!
I love that you provide practical RV info, THANKS!!
Yes, that surely helps, doesn't it !?!
You are like the perfect combination of a Master Electrician and Tech Writer. The solar system on your RV is so complex but you made it look so easy. If video technical documentation was a thing.....You would be a top voice in the field.
Absolutely!!!
Amazing, congratulations on one of the best information you've provided to us all who actually care about, Thanks a million for sharing.!!!
Thank much! Love your videos. I actually was watching this specifically because I have Coleman Mach A/C's on my travel trailer, and wanted to see what was going to be involved before I pulled the trigger. Looks a lot less intimidating than I thought it might be. Then realized you had a promo code too. Ordered them just after watching the video and saved $50.00. Quite awesome! Even with shipping, it still beat Amazon's price by over $80!
Thanks for the informative installation video and discount code! I ordered one of these and look forward to using your step by step instructions. I will be able to run the air conditioner for a few of hours each day with the 400ah of LiFePo4 batteries I installed this past winter.
Nice couple! Equally balanced in sharing responsibilities and knowledge. Seems like you guys have a great foundation for a lasting partnership!
You are an excellent instructor...you made me think even I can do this ...Thanks for the help
I know, David is GREAT, isn't he?!!?
I watched your video, purchased a unit with your code, just installed the unit and ran my Honda 2000i. It ran great. Great video of instruction and made the install simple. Thanks
That's awesome Bob! Thanks for using out code it helps support the channel. I'm glad it works great and our information was helpful 👍
Wow. Like others have stated, your thorough instructions helped me understand each aspect of the install. Thank you!!
David's videos are always educational and quite thorough, I guess that's just the kind of guy that he is, thank you David, you are truly supurb!!!
David has come along way in rving.quickly. I can't help but be impressed. Quick study isn't he.Great idea and the quality of your video is excellent. Hd? Wow. Impressed again. Peace friends. Happy trails.
Very good install video, now I need to buy one. There are a few weeks a year we need our AC in the late afternoon while boondocking.
Best installation video I have ever seen. I plan to install the Microair EasyStart 364 when I get back off of my current trip. Wish I had seen this before starting my current trip. I have a Sportsman 4000, non-inverter generator, for emergency use only when on the road. But will get a smaller inverter generator when I get back and have installed the EasyStart 364.
I'm with AlHutchings on the tape limitations :-) I've used 3M and other commercial brands of outdoor tape rated for 30 lbs and found that hot and cold cycling along with vibration will break the bond over time.
Learn something new everyday. Good work on the install instructions!
Awesome job on the easy start video. I had the same exact unit and the wiring was spot on! I followed you step by step! And it works Awesome! Thanks for the information and doing a Great job!
Rick in Vancouver, Wa
Very easy to understand instructions. Currently we use a window unit that came in our hideout and main reason was because we can use a small inverter to run it. When we switch to a new trailer this video will work perfectly. Thank you
This video is being posted on other RV sites on FB. Never knew about the easy start until I watched your video. Thinking of installing even to lower the draw when plugged in at RV park.
Thanks for the video. Just ordered mine using the FATE discount and the discount still works. Thank you again and keep up the good work.
I can't believe what I just learned from you! AMAZING.
This video clearly demonstrates why I'm dragging my feet on installing an EasyStart device myself
This was very helpful - thanks for posting!
Thank u. Very informative and professional. 🙂
Congrats on 50K subs !
I have been trying to figure out how to do just that . . This is awesome .Thank you
David, you are the Man, to figure that thing out. Good job!
Absolutely!!!!
Thanks I have a 30 amp gen. The fifth wheel is a 50 amp. Large and loud but I can go a little smaller. Your video was great.
This was great. You are so organized. I saw Traveling Robert install one last year.
Glad you had good luck with it, I bought one and my Honda 2000 inverter gen could not do it in heat of Arizona once it got past 94* below that temp it would work. I had to return it
Totally agree, this is a nice and smart couple. Love their videos. I hope you guys are making some dosh from these videos. Keep it up guys.
Very good job David explaining how to hook it up. I think I could even do something like that with my limited knowledge. Safe travels my friend.
Absolutely!!
This looks like a great product, and you illustrated the install nicely! I was surprised they didn't include the pre -work step of 'discharging the capacitors to ground'. Even with shore power disconnected, a capacitor can sometimes be charged and 'bite' you in my experience. Glad you didn't get bit! : )
I was thinking the same thing.
Capacitors can pop you even with the power unplugged. But maybe these self-discharge.
@@bensonwills8287 I thought that also when he started tapping the top of the capacitor with his fingers.
I follow your recommandation, easy start with the same Westinghouse generator. Work great! Tks
Great video! You made it seem simple..I have an electrician brother-in-law and I alwaya tell him those schematics are a bunch of vodoo! However, your explination was so clear, I might attempt something like this myself! Thanks and happy rv-ing!
Thanks! It was a very straight forward install, if you do it and have any questions feel free to ask. Happy travels to you too!
This is such useful info!!! You are doing a great job..... keep it coming!!!!
Yes, we do need more videos from you and Jenni David!!!!!
Great video, it was a big help with our successful installation.
Excellent! Thank you for making.
Hey thanks you gave me the guts to give it a try myself thanks again
I installed a MicroAir Easy Start in the 13.5k Dometic AC on my RPod, and it works fantastically! I have a 2200W Westinghouse generator that starts and runs the AC just fine... even with the generator in Eco mode!
If you want to run your camper/RV AC off of a small portable generator, the Easy Start is TOTALLY WORTH IT.
@@CharRichardson Usually no. Figure out the output of your generator in watts. Smaller ones are usually 1800 or 1600W. A 13500BTU AC unit will usually draw 1500-1700W. You won't have anything left to run much else.
Well done!!!! You were very clear in your instructions and explanation- even a newbie like me was able to understand and follow along with what you were showing. GREAT JOB. Hugs and kisses from the Bahamas.
Oh I know, David has extremely wonderful videos and their ALL like this, incredible!!! Very intelligent guy!!!
Wow....you are one freaky fan. Kinda odd TBH. Reply on every positive comment with your own???? Very odd indeed.
Glad I found your site. I just got an EU3000is and found the propane gizmo and the easy start all on your site THANKS
We have the exact same genset and we need to install easy start.. Thanks
for posting this information and upgrade.
Good Video, well done. I have no RV and no real reason to watch, but from the start you were doing a very good job, so I kept watching and learned something, nice. Like I said, well done.
Thank you for the excellent instructional video. I was tentative about cutting into the AC wiring on my brand new RV but this step-by-step worked great!
Awesome Brian! Glad this was helpful 😊
I will be installing mine next week. What make and model of AC do you have?