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I've never heard that before. However, I do like to clean my panels first thing in the morning before they get hot.

A few weeks went by and no word from the repair shop so I called and was only able to leave a message requesting an update. The following day I get a call from a freight company to schedule the delivery of a new generator. I immediately contacted DuroMax and reminded them of their policy, to...

A quick update. I got a call from the repair shop on Friday saying DuroMax is releasing the control boards that have been held up in customs for the last several months. I was disappointed to hear DuroMax wants to try and repair it again even though it's failed to be repaired twice now. I...

That's interesting, I have the same generator as a backup to our HP9000iX. It's only had minimal use on propane with no problems. I think in moving forward I will use it primarily on gas if necessary. As far as other brands, look into the Westinghouse or perhaps the Genmax, which I just got...

I got a call from the repair shop about the XP9000iH with an update. The owner said he got it running again. BUT every time he switches it to propane the fuse behind the panel blows. This was the same issue I had with the first one. He said he looked at the fuel solenoid but thinks its for gas...

The device on the second picture was connected to the airbox towards the front panel. Attached is a parts view of the generator, I think you'll find it helpful.

I opened up both side panels but couldn't find anything that looked similar to this part. The closest I could find were these.

I shared the concerns about the fuel solenoid with my contact at DuroMax and this was his response..FWIW. Thanks for sending that over. I’ve had my concerns on that solenoid for a while because I have seen some issues that stem from it. I know that piece was changed up (in design) but the issue...

Thanks that should be easy to spot. I’ll follow up with what I find after I open it up.

I'm not sure what the fuel solenoid looks like or where it would be located. If you can help guide me I'll be happy to look. In your original post you talk about the fuel solenoid not designed for continuous duty, which could be my problem if that's what went out in the DuroMax. Our generator...

Interestingly enough I’m on my second XP9000iH. The front panel on my first one died after about 6 months. I called DuroMax and was instructed to take it to a local repair shop. I assumed it burned out as the generator was running during a 100+ day. The repair shop was unable to repair the...

Nearly all Victron equipment is accessible via MacOS and iOS including firmware updates. However, the MultiPlus-II needs a PC to update the firmware. Fortunately, if you buy a current model that firmware hasn't been updated in like a year. Just make sure your reseller updates the firmware and...

Will, I think a real world from design-to-completion trailer install would be helpful to new viewers.

We keep our fridge on off the solar when we're not there. The daily power use with the fridge on ranges from 1.6kWh during the winter when it doesn't need to run the compressor much to 2.8kWh per day during the summer when the trailer's inside temperature hits the mid 90's.

Thought I'd do a quick update. I recently added 3 more solar panels bringing me up to 8. Since my trailer is surrounded by trees having those extra 3 panels were sorely needed. I also added another BB GC2 battery bringing me up to 500 amp. This maxes me out on space for panels and batteries...

I'm wondering if your tail is too high at 4%. Maybe lower it to .5%

I'd take into account the noise from your inverter. Granted it might not sound like much during the day. But at night when you want it silent may be another matter. Our's is in the closet next to the bed. I ended up adding sound damping material to the inside closet doors and that all but...

I went up to the trailer yesterday for the first time in a couple of weeks. I noticed none of the Charge only / Off / On modes appears to be working. There are no LED indicator lights illuminated and the current limit can’t go above 16, regardless if the generator is on or not. It can be turned...

Hi Peter, ya sometimes you just can't install it the ideal way. But like I mentioned before both my installer and those at Victron have said it's fine to install it horizontal. That little USB fan has been working great at keeping the inverter from getting too hot.

I have a MultiPlus-II 2x120v and MPPT 150/85 that I currently monitor on-site via the SmartShunt 500A/50mV and Victron Digital Multi Control 200/200A. I was recently able to setup a Verizon Jetpack on our remote property and I'd like to be able to monitor the equipment from home via the...

Tom, the price quote you got to bring in power doesn't sound right. I also have a large piece of rural property and to bring power in is significantly less. All you need is power to the road and trench in a line to your build site. Even if you needed to add poles it still shouldn't be that much.

I haven't tried that. To my understanding that would be for connecting a computer but I might be wrong.

Welcome from Sac too.

After 3-months in the summer I've had no problems with the inverter over-heating. As noted previously, two reps from Victron said mounting it horizontal would be ok and not void my warranty. As a precautionary measure I added this 4" USB fan and it has done a great job of cooling the inverter...

We're in Northern California and these forest fires have been killing our solar production for weeks. Is anyone else noticing this too?

Even though I have the same inverter I didn't know the answers to your questions. But I do enjoy learning more through your install. Thanks!

Welcome from Sac.

If I remember correctly, when I turned my Inverter off from the Victron Digital Multi Control I still was getting D/C power to my trailer. Are your batteries going to be in close proximity to your Inverter? If so, the Inverter puts off a little heat and it might just be enough to keep your...

As others have noted finding an experienced RV installer can be a challenge let alone an onsite installation. You might want to look for an electrician close to where your trailer is located who specializes in solar installs. If you're lucky you'll find one who's done a trailer before.

Just a quick follow-up, I was able to side load the VictronConnect app on the Fire and it works great. Thanks for the help!

Ok, thanks. I'll google loading side apps as that's greek to me. I was thinking of buying a cheap Fire during Prime days to use as a monitor.

Does anyone know if you can run VictronConnect on a Fire tablet? It appears to use the Android iOS but Victron says it's not supported on Fire tablets.

After we completed our solar system install in May I reached out to our RV insurance carrier to inquire about increasing the limits of our policy. Since it qualifies as a modification to our RV we were required to send in our original purchase agreement and the receipts from the solar install...

Just tired of these trolls making a mountain out of a mole hill.

To all the know it alls... HI, It is OK to mount them in this way. Just be sure to have air flow around the unit so the fans can do their job. The unit will always protect itself from overheating via shutdown. You might find it de-rates its max output a bit sooner than if it were mounted...