Connie
New Member
I'm completely lost and receiving mixed information on the next steps from various resources. I had a pond installed for a group of "unloved" ducks and under the advice of the pond builder, purchased various equipment in the hopes of powering the pump to keep water moving and somewhat filtered through totes. The system (attached) is only working for about 3 hours total daily. I live in sunny FL, seems to be pulling over 12 according to the controller for most of the daylight hours. I would like to run the system 24/7 and am doing so off the electric power now, but it's costing a lot! I contacted Renogy (most equipment is from them) and spoke to a representative who indicated I needed a ton more batteries. The next call (different person), said I needed more panels. Yet another said I should look for a different pump. Who is right?
The pump is working hard, and although I can't find the actual watts used per hour, the specs seem to indicate around 600 per hour?
Not sure where to get good direction to do the right thing. I hate to give up, but I don't have any knowledge on this equipment and live in a remote area where there doesn't appear to be anyone with experience in solar. I've attached a file with the equipment purchased, now 6 - 100 w panels and 2 AGM 12V Batteries and controllers, etc.
Where do I go from here? This is a tiny system, only looking to support the pond pump, but has become very discouraging.
Looking forward to input on what to do as its way over my head!
The pump is working hard, and although I can't find the actual watts used per hour, the specs seem to indicate around 600 per hour?
Not sure where to get good direction to do the right thing. I hate to give up, but I don't have any knowledge on this equipment and live in a remote area where there doesn't appear to be anyone with experience in solar. I've attached a file with the equipment purchased, now 6 - 100 w panels and 2 AGM 12V Batteries and controllers, etc.
Where do I go from here? This is a tiny system, only looking to support the pond pump, but has become very discouraging.
Looking forward to input on what to do as its way over my head!