Generator problem

[Iainmc123]

I have been ask to fit a generator on a static caravan(metal frame is earthed) in an area which has regular power cuts. The customer has a generator but it is one which is designed for camper vans or other similar vechiles.
I have fitted changeover switch and earth rod I have connected up the generator but I don't seem to be getting an earth when the generator is running I get no efli reading an only get 110v n and 104v l to earth spike but between mains power and earth spike 230v and 114ohms efli. Does anyone have any experience with campervan generators( I understand normally the vechile the generator is intended for wouldnt be connected to earth) is there any reason I would be getting an earth. Is it possible to use this generator for this application

 

[Knobhead]

Use the forum search. This subject is getting like toothache, it keeps coming back and nagging.

 

[Engineer54]

Check the ''similar threads'' at the bottom of this page, and at the bottom of the similar threads you check out....

 

[Silly Sausage]

Check the ''similar threads'' at the bottom of this page, and at the bottom of the similar threads you check out....

I think the trouble with that is, it only appears once you've posted the new thread!

 

[johnboy6083]

Is the neutral bonded to the chassis? Draw the fault path out and you'll see what I mean.

 

[Engineer54]

I think the trouble with that is, it only appears once you've posted the new thread!

Maybe, but it saves me and others going over the same stuff yet again. I think there is a current similar Genny thread on the forum at the moment too....

 

[Silly Sausage]

One could say, 'I'm only starting this new thread to get the links, do not answer'.

These forum search jobs do my head in sometimes.

 

[Guest111]

maybe it could be made a "sticky"?

 

[mpb]

Are there any books that runyou could recommend on the subject of generators and earthing?

Many thanks

Martin

 

[johnboy6083]

Try BS7430 ( I think that's it)

 

[mpb]

Cheers ill have a look

Martin