Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

a bad voltage regulator on the gen set. Ray Walters Remote Solar On 4/25/2024 11:24 AM, Kevin Pegg via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi Wrenches, Curious if anyone else has seen this issue. New XW Pro off-grid system installed Dec 2023. Pretty standard config for us, XW Pro, 5 kW PV, 50 kWh UnigyII battery

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

to altitude, gen sets can perform badly when they can't get enough air. You didn't mention gen set model, or whether the frequency was a solid 60 hz. I've seen bad things happen when the frequency got out of spec too. I'm guessing a bad voltage regulator on the gen set. Ray Walters Remote

[RE-wrenches] Schneider CSW4048 / Lithium DD5300

Hello Wrenches, Has anyone been able to get a CSW4048 inverter to work with battery type set to Lithium? When I try that it gives a F89 battery discharge over-current error within a few seconds. The battery is at 100% SoC and there was only the inverter idle loads present. The CSW manual

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium batteries

Hi John, Do you know what firmware version was causing your initial over-voltage situation? Kevin From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches Sent: Friday, February 9, 2024 8:09 PM To: RE-wrenches Cc: John Blittersdorf Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium batteries Ray,

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW EQ question

: Re: [RE-wrenches] XW EQ question Hi Kevin Thanks, I heard that exact thing from someone else. Do you know if the CC are connected via Xanbus, does that also prevent EQ in the CC? Jay > On Feb 12, 2024, at 4:36 PM, Kevin Pegg via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > I have seen the sa

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW EQ question

I have seen the same behaviour on a few older XW6048's as well - including my own. It will go into EQ mode after completion of Absorb charge, but voltage does not increase as programmed. Adjusting the absorb settings manually is a clumsy workaround. I assumed it's a software bug. Kevin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Deka Duration

Yes, I’ve put a few systems together with these batteries, smaller ones. Some larger ones in the queue. The product itself seems well designed, and flexible for many different configurations – low or high voltage and scales from 1 to 100’s of batteries. The WiFi / Bluetooth software interface

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Rapid shutdown with 2023 compliance

Hi Mac, I’ve just gone through a couple installations with a similar situation. The hardware you list does work as intended. I had to go through three different suppliers to get all the components. One thing that I didn’t find clear in the MPPT RS documentation is when a shutdown is

Re: [RE-wrenches] 48 V DC temp sensing relay

Have you considered using a thermostat? Like the A19 series. Mechanical, non-electric. Kevin From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Drake Chamberlin via RE-wrenches Sent: December-13-23 8:08 AM To: RE-wrenches Cc: drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org Subject: [RE-wrenches] 48 V DC temp sensing relay

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum 4448 PAE whimpy charge rate.

Hi John, Are these made in Mexico units? We have had a few issues with quality control since the relocation, not specific issue you have, but charger-related. There are two settings – Under the Shore menu make sure Amps are set properly, and then there is the battery charge rate in the setup

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cummins 13-kW to Schneider AGS

Hi Matt, Which specific model? I recently figured out the wiring for the Cummins CMQG 6kW. Find it easiest to order the external 5 pin switch and wiring harness and splice into that. Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Matthew Sherald via RE-wrenches Sent:

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Drop in replacement inverter

gt; e-mail offgridso...@sti.net<mailto:offgridso...@sti.net> text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-25 11:57 am, Kevin Pegg via RE-wrenches wrote: Physically it is all the same. Software is way more complex. As Dave mentioned, you have to follow the commissioning process. AC1 will no longer accept gen

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Drop in replacement inverter

Physically it is all the same. Software is way more complex. As Dave mentioned, you have to follow the commissioning process. AC1 will no longer accept generator input, it’s grid-only now. So if you have a genset you will need to move that to AC2. This is one of the most irritating changes

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Tech Support

I’ve not been able to get through to tech support via phone for some time now. Try emailing Rhodes rhodes.car...@se.com. Once he is engaged on an issue the support is quite good and is very knowledgeable about the product. Kevin From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunny Island remote alerts

It’s a very poorly designed system. But it is possible to view the full error code on the webbox, but only while it is an active error. I don’t have a webbox online right now to advise exactly what parameter but it was near the bottom of the long list, and the description is not very precise.

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro failures

with issues before. On Thu, Oct 12, 2023 at 9:29 PM Kevin Pegg via RE-wrenches mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: Hello Wrenches, Curious if anyone else is dealing with failed Schnieder XW PRO6848’s this year? In recent months I’ve had 2 DOA (one producing 180/360VA

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro failures

Hi Wallace, Interesting. Eric has in the past been responsive to my queries. I emailed him over 1 week ago about my most recently failed XWPro and have not heard back. I see he is replying fairly rapidly to your query. I shall bug him more next week. Kevin From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of

[RE-wrenches] XW Pro failures

inconsistent and presently unresponsive. Thanks, Kevin Pegg EA Energy Alternatives Ltd. Telkwa, BC V0J 2X2 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Conext SCP

Not sure if it’s quite public info yet, but the SCP is going to be available for purchase again. “In June 2023, Xantrex will begin selling the System Control Panel (SCP). The Xantrex SCP is functionally identical to the discontinued Schneider Electric SCP (part #865-1050-01). The only

Re: [RE-wrenches] WATER COOLED - 1800 RPM - 13KW GENERATORS INQUIRY

Thanks for this - there is certainly demand. I could see my company buying a 3-5 per year. Is there any estimate of timeline when these might be available? Kevin From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches Sent: June-30-22 11:02 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Cc: Dana Orzel Subject:

[RE-wrenches] XW pro generator synch challenges

Hello Wrenches, I am setting up my first XW Pro in an off-grid dual generator config. I did not intend on the Pro version but it was all I could obtain for this job. On AC1 With the factory default settings of 55/65 Hz min max, and the gen running at 62 Hz unloaded it just refused to qualify

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2v battery charger

Hi Jay, I have had an Instek PSH-3630A for at least 15 years. It's been a solid unit has dealt with a lot of 2V cell recoveries. I see that particular unit is discontinued, if I was to buy one again, I'd get the Instek PSW 80-40.5 which goes from 0-80V and 40A. Not low cost units - will set

Re: [RE-wrenches] Deep well pumping

try and locate the original installation CD or run the sizing for you. Kevin Pegg EA Energy Alternatives Ltd. 37471 Hwy 16 E Telkwa, BC V0J 2X2 250-846-9888 Http://www.EnergyAlternatives.ca -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Remote Alert and Bootstrapping on Sunny Island AC Coupled System

Question: Is there an up-to-date option for remote monitoring that will send an email if certain error conditions occur? The old webbox can be programmed to email you error notifications, as they occur. Need to program the webbox with an email server to use. Sunnyportal does as well, but there

Re: [RE-wrenches] advice on cellular modem brands

Hi Christopher, After messing about with various, lower cost, consumer-type units that always seemed to need rebooting or otherwise fiddling with, we have standardized using the GE MDS Orbit modems. They are industrial grade with a steeper learning curve for setup and programming. Once up and

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

We have had good success with industrial diesels from a local generator shop (westquip diesel). Built to order with name brand components. Put a couple 7.5 kW and few 14 kW units in last year, and they worked well through this past winter so far. Isuzu 3CH1 or 3CE1 engines, mated to a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider support? / Insight2

Insight2 has just released a new version, think 2 days ago - check it out. It is improved in terms of displaying performance data, but still doesn't seem to be as tight and intuitive as Insight1 is. With Insight1's data being completely unreliable, it's good this new platform is starting to

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery hydration system info

Hello, I've worked with a few different systems over the years. The system by aquapro has performed the best for us, with the few infrequent failures resulting in overflows. Which is better than some previous units that would fail to fill and boil cells dry if client wasn't paying close

Re: [RE-wrenches] 8d battery replacement

Hi Jay, We just had the same situation, client had a set of Concorde 8D's that were at least 20 years old. Racking in place. We replaced with East Penn Intimidator series 8D AGM's for simplicity. Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Honda EU2000i output V adjustment

No, this is not adjustable. Bear in mind these are not like standard generators where you can adjust the AVR/RPM. These are inverter/generators. I have had instances of bad inverter boards causing low voltage. That's a repair, not an adjustment. Kevin From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Communications using the Conext Gateway

Howie, I share much of your frustration. I have dozens of clients using the Combox / Insight platform. The comboxes are generally solid, but insight has not been reliable for at least a year. All sorts of randomly scrambled and contradictory data from insight - wastes the installers time when

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider tech support AWOL?

ge-- From: Vince McClellan Date: Fri, Apr 5, 2019 5:28 PM To: RE-wrenches; Cc: Subject:Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider tech support AWOL? Hi Kevin Frustrating isn’t it. Try calling the tech support line and then enter the number 8. You should get a real person. On Apr 5, 2019, at 12:34 PM, Kevin

[RE-wrenches] Schneider tech support AWOL?

Hi Wrenches, Curious if anyone has had any response from Schneider renewable energy tech support of late? I have submitted 4 cases over the last 3 weeks, couple warranty claims, couple tech questions - and have had absolutely zero response. My clients are starting to get irritated, and it is

Re: [RE-wrenches] Big AGM's and 24V Lithium batteries

Hi, The East Penn UnigyII 2V AGM batteries would be my recommendation. Can go up to 2,100 Ah with single string of 12 x 2V cells. More if you parallel of course. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Chris Schaefer Sent: March-28-19 1:09 PM

Re: [RE-wrenches] Burkina Faso Off Grid

The folks at African Energy have an outpost in Burkina Faso. http://africanenergy.com/african-energy-depot-list/ouagadougou-burkina-faso/ Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Larry Brown Sent: March-23-19 2:40 PM

Re: [RE-wrenches] Voltage seeking transfer switch

Hi Mac, You could look into an Auto Transfer Switch such as the ASCO 185 series that will do this. The larger $$ units such as the 7000 series have a lot more programming options in them. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Mac Lewis Sent:

Re: [RE-wrenches] 13.4kW on two Conext 80-600?

My understanding is the intention is to get more power into batteries from the arrays during low light conditions, knowing that there is way too much power when there is full sun and will be limited to 5 kW max per controller. Kevin From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fat Spaniel

Yes, correct on all - servers long since gone. We had a few of these going back 12 years. They got bought out in 2010 and not sure what happened after that. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Peter Parrish Sent: October-22-18 1:33 PM To:

Re: [RE-wrenches] deka ultra battery

Hi Jay, I have seen, touched and priced out but not yet installed or used. Spent a lot of time with their engineers working with a couple customers of mine. The ultrabattery looks interesting, but finding the price point very high and my clients so far not wanting to spend a lot of money on

Re: [RE-wrenches] Step-up/Step-down Transformer question

Curious some years ago I was asked to audit a system with a similar design. The question I was asked to answer is why the net kWh exported to the grid was much less than they hoped. The punchine was the idle load on the dry transformers were soaking up about 20% of the PV array's net

Re: [RE-wrenches] Multi-meters

I've been packing a Hioki Power Quality Analyser along with me to all manner of remote sites for at least a decade. It has performed perfectly and would not hesitate to recommend that brand. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Will White

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trojan L16RE-2V set-points

Hi Mac, So essentially this unfortunate battery bank was being close to Equalize charged daily for a couple years? Must have gone through a lot of water. I agree with your diagnosis they just cooked them, plates are dissolving = a seriously over-charged and ruined battery bank. Hopefully she

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC-DC converter for SQFlex

Hi Gary, The SQFlex is current limited to 8.4A regardless of voltage. I have not had positive experiences running SQFlex from DC voltage from a battery. It can work, but you will not get full output volume if you are restricted to 48VDC. The SQFlex is really designed to work with higher DC

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large off grid

Hi Aaron, Echoing some comments already, what I do with these queries: - Qualify their power needs. Is this an arbitrary 200A as stipulated by the (old) NEC square footage rules? Or is this real actual load? Needs to have some load calculations and qualification of their loads. This can

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW4548 Grid tie sell and charge wildly out of control

Hi John, Sounds like a nightmare. I'd call hogwash on tech support saying too small battery bank, it is small but shouldn't cause XW to ignore settings. I don't suspect the SCP, it is just a display not a brain. A full list of programmed parameters is useful. - have you disconnected BTS and

[RE-wrenches] Conext Insight Portal issues FYI

In case anyone is wondering why the Conext portal data has been screwed up for a week, and as of this moment most sites are offline: " The data processing side of Conext Insight is having troubles with the current workload. The data is not lost, but it can take a significant amount of time

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off Grid Inverter?

Hello Ray, I have a couple 60/100 kW SMA Sunny Island systems out there, systems with 100 kW generators, 400 kWh battery banks and generally token renewable inputs. I feel with this configuration we close maxing out what can be done with 48VDC. Getting into the MW scale scares me to be

Re: [RE-wrenches] 3-phase with storage

We are building a similar system presently, 60 kW Sunny Island Inverters, 400 kWh battery storage (FLA), dual 100 kW backup generators, 25 kW PV, 5 kW microhydro. Don't know what raw capacity you are looking for, we also use XW inverters for smaller systems but find they don't scale nearly as

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Pond Aerators

Hi Drake, Let me know if you need help finding supplier contacts. In past we have sourced aerators and 12V compressors from aquaculture industry supply shops. They had many options available, match the compressor to PV module with LCB and done deal. Kevin From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext Insight Portal issues

n > compare a couple sites to see if it is happening here. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Mar 9, 2018, at 12:55 PM, Kevin Pegg <kp...@energyalternatives.ca> >> wrote: >> >> Hello Wrenches, >> >> I am curious if others out there are using the Conext In

[RE-wrenches] Conext Insight Portal issues

Hello Wrenches, I am curious if others out there are using the Conext Insight Portal to monitor Schneider-based systems? I have been using this portal for a while now. When it works I find it very useful and fast to have a quick snapshot of system status. Lots faster than having to log into

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider 600volt Charge Controller

a SquareD CH361 external fused disconnect and keep all the 600V wiring external to the PDP. Curious how others approach that. Kevin Pegg EA Energy Alternatives Ltd. 37471 Hwy 16 E Telkwa, BC V0J 2X2 250-846-9888 Http://www.EnergyAlternatives.ca From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC-DC converter question

We have just received some product from solar converters. I don't believe they are out of business. We use their 48-12V converters frequently for situations like this. Lower idle loads and higher efficiency than using a 12V power supply from Iota or others. Though have had a couple failures

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW concrete base

Hi William, We have been recently exploring the idea of driven-pipe footings, or ground screws for small pole mounted solar arrays. I'd appreciate any lessons or experiences you have with this to share. Thanks, Kevin Pegg EA Energy Alternatives Ltd. 37471 Hwy 16 E Telkwa, BC V0J 2X2 250

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator choice for Sunny Island

You could use a 2 -> 3 wire converter such as the Atkinson GSCM module that will take the 2 wire output from the SI and convert to 3-wire to control a gasoline generator such as the Honda EU7000 series, or Cummins/Onan makes a good line of gasoline generators. It may be very hard to find a gas

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW 6048A unregulated during charging

This is a good one. What battery capacity have you programmed into the XW system? We have had a few issues, though not this one specifically, but similar head-scratchers that were resolved by setting the battery capacity to 0 Ah. Have you tried swapping AC1 and AC2 and does the problem follow

Re: [RE-wrenches] Need Sunny Webbox - Contact offlist

Hi Jeff, Well that is highly irritating of SMA. I have couple webboxes in stock, brand new, never opened if you want to buy. Kevin Pegg EA Energy Alternatives Ltd. 37471 Hwy 16 E Telkwa, BC V0J 2X2 250-846-9888 Http://www.EnergyAlternatives.ca From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun

Re: [RE-wrenches] Versatile remote monitoring component

Related, this is a similar type of product for remote telecom sites, we have used dozens of these for many interesting configurations. The relays on this unit allow for a lot of options from rebooting devices to starting generator. http://www.remotemonitoringsystems.ca/ Kevin From:

Re: [RE-wrenches] GSLC work-arounds

e else does that? Thanks jay peltz power On Oct 12, 2016, at 5:28 PM, Kevin Pegg <kp...@energyalternatives.ca<mailto:kp...@energyalternatives.ca>> wrote: I am a big fan of the Schneider XW system, and the XW Power Distribution Panel. Full disclosure - I helped design it. T

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wireless AGS for Magnum?

Hi Ron, Wireless AGS extension can be done with wireless radio modems. Short range kit will cost about $500 US for the hardware. I've used these before. http://www.bb-elec.com/Products/Wireless-Cellular/Zlinx-Wireless-Modems-and-I-O/Zlinx-Industrial-Grade-Wireless-Radio-Modems.aspx Kevin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Amphenol and MC4 crimper

I purchased a Helios H4TC0001 crimper, as recommended by Kyocera and have to report it as junk. After wrecking several H4 crimps I went back to using the German-Made Multi-Contact tool used for MC4 connectors and it appears to do a fine job on the H4 crimps. Just difficult to have everything

Re: [RE-wrenches] Issue with DR1512 and oven

I have a copy of the official service and diagnostics manual for DR series. It's a 1.5" thick binder full of fold out legal pages, addendums, etc. Not the easiest thing to scan. Is there something particular you are looking for? Kevin From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW6848 inverter leaf blower problem load

blower and the issue goes away. LEDs lights are likely large series strings of direct AC coupled voltage drop loads and any gap gets displayed. Thank you, Maverick On Sep 12, 2016, at 4:16 PM, Kevin Pegg <kp...@energyalternatives.ca<mailto:kp...@energyalternatives.ca>> wrote:

[RE-wrenches] XW6848 inverter leaf blower problem load

Hello Wrenches, I Installed a 4 x XW+6848 system with 4,000 Ah UnigyII AGM battery bank in the spring. New building site, cycle charging with generator presently until next year for PV installation. Construction crew of ~15 has been running flawlessly off this system for 6 months with every

Re: [RE-wrenches] kwh for dishwasher

For energy budgeting, I use 0.5 kWh per cycle with no heat dry / hot water temp boost. If using heat dry or hot water boost 1 - 1.5 kWh. Peak 1.5 kW for heating, 0.3 kW pumps only. And then of course use of this appliance may trigger water and effluent pumping concurrently. Based on

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off grid

Hi Bill, The small Samlex inverters we find have very good power quality, but are lacking in surge capacity. We mainly use them on larger systems to isolate sensitive loads like home entertainment or computer networks. I'd be leery of this working well. For best service for your customer

Re: [RE-wrenches] Older XW with new XW accessories

Yes works fine no problems. -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jay Sent: July-25-16 2:33 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: [RE-wrenches] Older XW with new XW accessories I've got a customer

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext XW+ always feeding critical loads subpanel from battery bank

Hi August, From my knowledge on the XW there is no means to update firmware through the SCP, nor is there a means to log into the SCP via web browser. Perhaps you are thinking of systems that have the Combox installed which does add that functionality. That device allows for very simple and

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV output but no power

I can also commend Kyocera's excellent customer service re: the KC120 failure issue. We had one site that involved a large crane on a barge to access panels perched up on tracker on a rock bluff by the ocean - and they covered 100% of the costs for that, several thousand, which was clearly

Re: [RE-wrenches] grundfos SQFlex

We usually use timer relays so that the pump will only run x minutes out of the hr, timed so that the well has sufficient time to recharge between pump runs. Wouldn't artificially increasing the pressure by a restriction valve cause the pump to use more energy? I have never tried that that was

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shurflo pump

s the controller and put good ~ 24VDC down there (using batteries off of your cordless tools works well for this) These pumps will pump off 18-20V. Good luck On Tue, May 31, 2016 at 10:58 AM, Kevin Pegg <kp...@energyalternatives.ca<mailto:kp...@energyalternatives.ca> <mailto:kp...@en

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shurflo pump

Hi Drake, We have a lot of these pumps in the field, operating without issue for many years, though they are generally operating on some sort of regular basis. But lots of customers with seasonal situations that may have the pump idle for 10 months a year. I would suggest applying 12/24VDC

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fried Classic150?

Hi Aaron, A customer of mine had a very similar situation happen couple years ago, except with the added fun of frozen batteries, split open and a resulting mess. (system was installed by others without a proper battery box / spill containment). This fault was traced back to a failed MX60

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator factory wiring issues

tion ProfessionalTM: Cert #031508-90 From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Kevin Pegg Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 6:14 PM To: RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org<mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> Subject: [RE-wrenches] Gene

[RE-wrenches] Generator factory wiring issues

Wrenches, Recently, we took delivery of a 40 kW LPG generator made by Gillette. Inspecting the factory wiring of the unit, I had some concerns which are outlined in detail below, with an engineer's response inline. The concerns are using #4 wire to pull 175A; no plastic bushings on metallic

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics RE reliability / conext combox & portal

Hello Wrenches, Deep appreciation for saving me much time and hassle in beta testing products that are released to market prematurely. Happy to report that the Conext Combox and the Conext Insight portal from Schneider is working very well for me it is a robust remote control, monitoring

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off-grid generator update?

Hi Lena, You might want to give these folks a call, they may have a unit that could work for you. https://www.gillettegenerators.com/products/1/SPS-120# We are currently installing a 40 kW propane generator that we had Gillette custom build for us for off-grid. Propane powered block heater,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery charging problems

Hi Chris, The problem summary is a bit light on details to be too specific. What, precisely, does a generator running "rough" mean? Overheating? Smoking? Breaker tripping? THE MS4448 has about 3 kW charging capability (63A @ 50 VDC). So the 8.5 kW Kohler should be able to handle that

Re: [RE-wrenches] SWRC50

Yes, have a few in stock. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jeremy Rodriguez Sent: January-22-16 9:50 AM To: re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Subject: [RE-wrenches] SWRC50 Hello wrenches, Does anyone have a new or used SW Series remote control

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

Hi Drake, I was referring to Generator charging. My understanding is the SI computes the battery recharge efficiency, counts amp hrs removed, and returns the amp hrs removed + the losses through inefficiency. It also has a function that's name escapes me at the moment to have a full complete

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

Interesting thread. Our firm wrote off Outback products several years ago for two reasons: 1) beyond abysmal tech support - when we have a problem we need to talk to a skilled, knowledgeable tech, not some kid reading off a script designed for end users; or to sit around for a call back that

Re: [RE-wrenches] Surrette L-16 batteries

We have been using L16's made by East Penn / Deka for many years, 100's of them installed every year, and have yet to have a cell failure attributed to manufacturing. Sure there has been occasional melted terminals or dry battery due to customer neglect. What I most like about this brand is

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Batteries

Yes. Discover is the house brand used by Canadian Energy, formerly Battery Direct. "Canada's stored & renewable energy expert" is their tagline despite actually having much experience with renewables - they are box movers. There is a co-ownership link between Canadian Energy and Discover

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW Rack Problems

We've taken delivery & installed several 4 or 6 panel top of pole mounts this year, and they have all been perfect condition. Our difference is we purchase them from a company based in Ontario, Canada that has rights to reproduce the product, not entirely sure myself how that works, but the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid tie in Nicaragua

Hi Larry, I know of a Wrench living in Nicaragua doing PV work (not on the list) who I could connect you with if you would like. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Starlight Solar Power Systems Sent: September-29-15 12:47 PM To: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] clear sealant recommendations

At recommendation from a roofer couple years ago, we have been using this product: http://www.sashco.com/products/lexel/ Not used long enough to know if it stands the test of time. Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org]On Behalf

Re: [RE-wrenches] Best replacement for SW4024

If was my customer, I'd advise an XW series inverter, as it has dual AC inputs. You can have one for grid, one for gen backup. XW's are native 120/240 but you can field adapt to 120V if it's easier to wire in with existing wiring. If site has any surplus power has capability to synch with grid

[RE-wrenches] Recommendations on diversion load

Hi Wrenches, We have been using AEE's HL-75 and HL-100 for many years but understand that product has been discontinued and have used the last one in stock. It was an ok product but we had additional sheet metal fabricated to space it away from the wall further. Curious what other wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off grid generators

Are you focused on LPG/CNG only? If diesel more names to add Kubota, Isuzu, Yanmar, etc. If Gasoline Honda, etc. -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org]On Behalf Of Jay Sent: June 3, 2015 11:17 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject: [RE-wrenches] Off

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex C-40 Drifting

We have lots of C40's out there, though not generally with such small PV input, don't recall any issues with drifting. I just installed one and verifying the potentiometer settings with DVM was bang on. For a recommended substitute, consider the Blue Sky units such as:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off-grid deep well pumps

We have been supplying and installing the SQFlex series for about a decade. I'd estimate something around 80-100 pumps out there, some PV direct filling cisterns, some inverter powered directly pressurizing. We have had a couple failures of the dry run switch, in water sources that were high

Re: [RE-wrenches] Gen preheat in cold climates

We have successfully plumbed in RV-style hot water heaters with tiny tanks in them, and set the thermostat to kick in at -20C (or whatever is required). Locating the hot water heater on the floor beside the generator it thermosiphons. One site has been working like this for 8 years unattended

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24 VDC constant power supply off of 24 volt PV system

The website doesn't list all products, but their CV Constant Voltage series will do this. Built to order to your needs. Give them a call. http://www.solarconverters.com/index.php/products/85-dc-dc-step-up-controllers-cv Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback quad stack X240 breaker tripping

On 3/17/2015 2:56 PM, Kevin Pegg wrote: Thanks, Matt for the details here. I will be heading out to the site in the next little while and will report back what was found. Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [ mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org]On Behalf

Re: [RE-wrenches] Charging Multiple Battery Banks

Interesting! I was head-scratching as to how to do an identical task. I'd think a contactor on the HV PV output side suitably rated for voltage/current triggered by the aux output once the Classic goes into float would do the trick. I recall the Classic has that feature but never used it yet.

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback radian question

CTO, Solarray, Inc Nabcep Certified PV Installer, Licensed Master Electrician Solar Design Engineer 303 505-8760 On 3/20/2015 11:43 AM, Kevin Pegg wrote: Hi Ray, Our work is almost exclusively off-grid so wasn't able to test if same result charging from grid. These sites also had previously

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback radian question

charging from the grid? Did you have any issues with controls not working on the Magnums? Thanks, R.Ray Walters CTO, Solarray, Inc Nabcep Certified PV Installer, Licensed Master Electrician Solar Design Engineer 303 505-8760 On 3/19/2015 3:40 PM, Kevin Pegg wrote: Hi Ray, This is a bit of old news

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback radian question

Nabcep Certified PV Installer, Licensed Master Electrician Solar Design Engineer 303 505-8760 On 3/18/2015 9:20 PM, Kevin Pegg wrote: This sounds like the exact same issue with the FX and VFX inverters. Meter the power quality while under charge - nasty. We found a lot of computerized control

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback radian question

This sounds like the exact same issue with the FX and VFX inverters. Meter the power quality while under charge - nasty. We found a lot of computerized control systems on furnaces and boilers would either reject the power and not power up, or would behave erratically, some would be ok if you

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback quad stack X240 breaker tripping

-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Kevin Pegg Sent: Monday, March 16, 2015 10:51 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback quad stack X240 breaker tripping Thanks for everyone's advise on this one. I've done as much as I can working with the caretaker remotely and will need to attend myself

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