Inverters

[AndyD]

.........Would this mean that I could connect the battery to the inverter, plug it into the mains with the supplied three point plug top and connect the AC outlet directly to the breaker marked "lights" inside the DB? When load shedding happens the lights should remain on and when supply from Eskom comes back on the inverter should cut supply to the AC outlet and only recharge the battery?

When your socket circuit trips or is isolated the inverter will apply power to the light circuit which still has eskom power on it. It's a dangerous arrangement and you're likely to cause damage/injury/fire.

Get a sparky in to install it safely and according to the regs!!! Also insist on a compliance certificate for the installation.

[Clive287]

I agree Andy, definitely pays sticking to the better brands. I also only use Victron