Griddownprepper
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I have two DP with extra battery each (14kw) connected to double voltage hub, connected to panel via generator outlet using interlock. Wanting to see how these units perform, I have, a few times, powered the whole house at night (no cooking/running dryer, etc). Basically, one fridge, two freezers, mini fridge, circulating pump for gas boiler, some lights (essentially what’s needed in an outage). The first couple times the units seemed to work in concert and at the end of a 12 to 15 hr run, would be approx equal in % discharge. The last time, one unit (DP/battery) showed 45% remaining while the other showed 63%. Also, after recharging both, the unit showing 45% indicated 100% charged with 8 days, 15hrs instead of 9/17. The other went back to what was shown previously. Based on what I’ve seen perusing the forums here, I am assuming this may be an SoC issue? Yes?
Does anyone think a slow to 0 discharge is better for the unit’s batteries or can I hookup my basement space heater and run it dry in 3-4 hours. Likewise on the recharge, slow and steady or power that mutha up? I thank any and all for your experience and advice…
Does anyone think a slow to 0 discharge is better for the unit’s batteries or can I hookup my basement space heater and run it dry in 3-4 hours. Likewise on the recharge, slow and steady or power that mutha up? I thank any and all for your experience and advice…