On Wed, 08 Feb 2006 08:53:57 GMT, "Dennis Pogson"
wrote:

Yes, stick to manual switching and avoid the delays.

I'll second that motion.

Exactly what is the rationale for the complex automatic switching?

Exactly what is the rationale for the complex automatic switching?

Why not?? - it is now simple and inexpensive with industrial contactors
and timers. It is also comvenient.

On 8 Feb 2006 11:09:45 -0800, wrote:

Exactly what is the rationale for the complex automatic switching?

Why not?? - it is now simple and inexpensive with industrial contactors
and timers. It is also comvenient.

I'm a great believer in the Keep It Simple rule, especially when it
comes to electrical equipment on boats. A rotary transfer switch is
about as simple as it gets, very reliable, and can be replaced just
about anywhere.

With long leads going back to where ever. Actually, the simplest
system is one plug end and a socket for each supply. If Mrs S wants to
start the gneset to use the oven, she does need to traipes around the
vessel will a simple set up will do it for her.

Exactly what is the rationale for the complex automatic switching?

Why not?? - it is now simple and inexpensive with industrial contactors
and timers. It is also comvenient.