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    Victron Shunt Not Showing Voltage

    Thanks for the reply, we checked the fuse and it's in working order. I've done extensive research online and can't find anyone else that has a similar issue.
  2. J

    Victron Shunt Not Showing Voltage

    We didn't notice any correlation, the voltage stopped reading before we did any firmware updates. It's running V4.12.
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    Victron Shunt Not Showing Voltage

    Thanks for the reply and suggestion. It's running the latest firmware and Aux input is set to "none".
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    Victron Shunt Not Showing Voltage

    I have a victron smart shunt that is no longer showing correct voltage or wattage but is still calculating correct SOC and Amperage. I am at a loss for how to troubleshoot this issue. Please share any ideas for the cause or ways to troubleshoot. Thanks! Some background...we recently upgraded...
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    Advise needed on AC well pump to run on solar! 5kw Growatt

    Thanks for the reply, correct me if I am wrong but this seems like a pretty expensive option. What would the advantage be other than reducing the starting current and allowing me to buy a slightly cheaper inverter? If I have the panels and batteries wouldn't it be cheaper to just invest in a...
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    Advise needed on AC well pump to run on solar! 5kw Growatt

    Thank for the reply, I have been trying to track down the surge rating without much luck. I think I saw a table on this forum in the past but haven't been able to track it down. Should I just take 5x the Maximum Load Watts that are 2080 based on the table below?
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    Advise needed on AC well pump to run on solar! 5kw Growatt

    Hey friends, I am trying to help my parents get their well pump setup on solar. They had been running it on a generator that just blew up so the house backup is currently being used down at the pump house. I am trying to see if we can move towards solar instead of buying another generator. They...
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    24v Solar setup for bus

    Good question, this is just a "back of the bus" system. The bus wont move very often so going with a stand alone system that will just run small AC loads.
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    24v Solar setup for bus

    Thanks for the feedback here is the updated plan.
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    24v Solar setup for bus

    Thanks for the help, do you think my 3S2P panel array is the best configuration?
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    24v Solar setup for bus

    Thanks, I am looking at the Giandel 24 Volt 2000W Pure Sine Wave the are claiming this in the FAQ: Q: How many amps should the input fuse be? A: We don't recommend to put inline fuse. The inside fuses will protect the inverter. By GIANDEL on May 8, 2019 The manual say it has 4 30A fuses but...
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    24v Solar setup for bus

    Hi Friends, I would love to get your thoughts on this system and if it could be improved. Budget is a key factor and I am using existing parts: 6 x 175W panels 4x Trojan 6v cart batteries. My design is attached.
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    48v lg chem battery modules

    Do you have photos of the modules and wires?
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