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This is a screenshot I just took on my 18KPV If you notice the difference in what it's the consumption is VS what is taken from the batteries it's less than 70 W difference this is normally the case. I've never seen more than a 100 W difference and if you're in idle mode where you're bypassing...

I installed my inverter and batteries Monday afternoon and stayed up all night wiring everything up. Tues. afternoon double checked my work and fired it up no solar yet lots of settings different com cables and I'm not great with reading compression then the double wouldn't connect with the...

I made almost 35 kW today off of 18-370 W panels I'm still gathering materials to make a permanent array I just installed the inverter just over 2 weeks ago

I haven't used anything off the grid since I installed the solar panels

I am aware of this the AC unit only draws just over 16amps per leg after startup 238v line to line NOT going to melt insulation II have 2-EG4 solar air conditioners I just use this as a low dump when my batteries get over 75% and I'm make an excess solar power Plus this was just an...

It's probably the number 2 square drive always keep all 3 sizes in my kit just in case because they interface the screws much better when they have it A number 2 square drive also fits a number 3 Phillips screw very well I've driven 4 inch tap cons with number 2 squares and no cam out

That's called a redneck transfer switch

I want to apologize to any I might have offended My intent was was to post an event with my inverter it just happened to be initiated by the ac compressor starting This was also a way to easily recreate that event and possibly resolve an issue all while sharing my findings The main reason I...

I would check out clever cleaversolarpower.com This guy is an electrical engineer he's got a YouTube channel a book and explain things very well This will help bring you up to speed and help you size your system also has a bunch of pre laid out systems if you wish to use

Not trying to run you off by no means but many opinions couldn't create confusion when you're new

I'm happy to report no more flicker flash apparently it was a software related issue due to my app update I had preferred a couple days prior. And I have to give a shout out to EG4_Jarrett for burning the midnight oil to get my system up and running.😎

The point of no return! First project back up generator this will eventually go in the rv. This works great used it to back feed my panel when I cut in the feeder taps. Next the electrical plan The neighbor came by and helped me hang the inverter and place the batteries Monday afternoon I was...

Ran it like that for a couple of hours started at multiple times even with over 8000 W of load no problem 238 V line to line I'm considering running a new circuit from my generator port on my inverter using the smart load option and having it automatically turn on if my battery is Over 75% and...

For anyone looking for a whole house backup the EG4 18Kpv is definitely a good place to start You'll probably grow to regret purchasing anything less This is inverter is definitely worth every penny In My Opinion 💯

And flush mount to main panel I'm trying to keep my installation clean This equipment lives in the kitchen

Eg4 18kpv luxpower, 2 wall mount batts 280ahr+ 4 eg4 lifepower4 server rack batteries, 2solar arrays 6 panel series and 12 panel series fed into #2 and #3 inputs 370w panels Running off grid for over a week no problem 4500w water heater, 4000w+ well pump, and 4ton ac intermittently as a load...

Just thought I'd share my findings with others

I've got a Greenlee KO In any case need to order another f You can waste more time looking for what you think you got than what it's worth

No disrespect to anyone I'm still trying to figure out this form stuff this is the first one I've ever joined And responding on a phone and tablet my newest computer is a window 7

I appreciate all the pics I've learned a ton reading these forums and watching videos

Well said, I like to think of a hard start as a new lease on life for an otherwise would be condemned compressor or in borrowed time for the customer I know of a few that have been in service for over 15yrs Though i'm pretty satisfied with the firmware update

My meter feeds directly to my main breaker panel I bare handed those taps live in my underwear while backfeeding my panel from a 3000EHV-48 in the middle of the night. Don't tell the inspector

I figured why wait took me less than an hour to put that together

Brought inverter online 7 day's ago around 7a.m.

I started out with server rack batteries and a 6000 EX inverter after re-evaluating things I took a different approach I changed my order about the 12KPV And a week later ordered the other 2 batteriesI kinda had a limited space to deal with and this is the best place to put the equipment...

Well I don't know where you live but I've picked generators up for less than a $100 before I wish I could get a chargverter for that I'm on 60acres in the woods I used to backfeed from an out building that 250ft away I can't here a thing only problem couldn't tell when power would come back on...

As we've all seen on this forum there are many different ways to get to the same outcome And that's why we are here to learn I know I've learned a ton since in the short time I've been a member And probably forgotten twice as much🤪 I'm not as smart as I seem nor as dumb as I look proceed...

Newbie here reading some old threads and learning new tricks I admire the way you think like 👍 the clean look of your setup I recently "2 weeks ago" received my 20k+ of solar crap from SS and now have a new hobby I took a similar approach to yours mostly because of location and limited space of...

I've never been a part of any of these forum types things before so beer 🍺 with me while I catch up a try to figure out some of this technical crap.

Always keep a couple of these cheap security bits sets around just for special occasions they're cheaply made low quality steel but they'll work in a pinch

Kline makes some pretty nice multifunction electrician screwdrivers. They are great for service and repair work but I prefer to have individual tools for installs It becomes aggravating having to keep switching that tip around and then you drop it in the dirt in the dark and its raining...

I had edited my original posting that I did recall having other fluctuations not just the AC that was the first time I had ran the AC since performing the update I haven't experienced any fluctuations since updates have been performed last night

Problems occurred after an update after reset no more problems Plus new update from EG4 tech last night Again no more problems

How about one of these it's not cheep but it's blue 💙 and color coordination half the game. Not the devices intended purpose but puts out up to 15 volts and at a solid 30a should raise SOC of the FLA starting batt. Enough to get you rolling in 10-15 min. Just add some fancy quick connector plugs...

This all came about as a result of a thread I started about a software related issue Titled. EG4 18Kpv strange occurrence

Since we're off-topic anyways It sure is nice out tonight

Sure sounds good let me know what to do Like I said since I reset it everything seems to be working fine now no glitches or bumps But you're more welcome to check it out

I want to apologize to any I may have offended I originally written this to a member in private and decided to share publicly in the thread I really do appreciate the feedback this has definitely been a learning experience learns something new every day. I don't take anything for granted and...

All my grounds go to the main panel ground buss bar which is bonded to the earth driven ground rod

Basically what I'm saying if you're going to depend on the grid to back you up I would look towards a hybrid if not it's gonna be grid or solar/battery

I like your enthusiasm keep up the good work and thanks for the share. Seeing what you're doing at near nearly twice my age inspires me to get off my butt and start another project or do something more than what I'm doing right now 👍 I can only hope that you're age to have your motivation and...

Don't you just love making cables

This is the first forum/social group I've been a part of and learning the bells and whistles so beer 🍺 with me. Plus am not to good at putting thoughts to sentences and forget a lot of sh*t thanks to grand-mal epileptic siesures caused by brain tumor back in 2016 But that's ancient history...

Freezers don't like mixed climates with their small systems and wide temperature differential. I've seen walkin coolers under normal operation at negative low side pressures guade of course Larger accumulator or txv would help But this would just reduce normal system efficiency or create...

Good luck do plenty of research before you make that purchase Good quality unit should last 10 to 20 years plus. Granted no zombie Apocalypse

I bought a total of 40 10 will go on my RV and then an array of 18

There's no need for name calling we're all adults here 😄 🤣

Hey blue is my favorite color I've invested in some of that blue stuff it's incredibly reliable you usually get what you pay for. I was trying to come up with a cheap DIY hack that would not put $1000+ worth the of equipment at risk, since no bells were ringing I though why not through a $400...