Re: [RE-wrenches] Off-grid array far, far from the batteries

2024-04-10 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
I am out of country at the moment, but I think Morningstar has a 600 V controller that’s pretty good sized I can’t give you much spec on it, but you could do the DC run at up to 600 V Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com On Apr 10, 2024, at 6:57 PM, Nick A Lucchese via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Plaques

2024-03-30 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Good question I’m curious on this also, I have to say the ones that I’ve had made are not inexpensive Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com On Mar 30, 2024, at 12:58 PM, Lou Russo via RE-wrenches wrote:  Aloha Wrenches, Anyone out there making their own engraved plaques

[RE-wrenches] AEE closing down operations

2024-03-28 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
uess the question is: WESCO or ? Where are people gravitating to? I get a minimum of 2-3 wholesale contacts per week. Who is carrying Snap’nRack besides AEE? Dana Orzel – 2087217003 – 76dan...@gmail.com From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Jeremy Coxon via RE-wrenches Sent: Thursday, March 28, 2024 2:2

[RE-wrenches] Ballasted ground mounts

2024-03-21 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
per sqft of module to safely counteract the 90 MPH/ 3 Sec microburst uplift. Please do not take my word for this; CYA & have your own engineering done but this worked well & is still in operation. Note; I tried to apply this method in a different county in a wetland situation and was den

Re: [RE-wrenches] Insurance for solar design and inspections

2024-03-11 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
With General coverage I have been told if there is a issue with an installation & we did not install issues would be covered but if we install it they do not insure our work.. If we sub it out it was/is covered. ___ Dana Orzel c- 208721

[RE-wrenches] USDA Rural Development fund

2024-01-03 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
yone applied for this? Experience? I have heard it is a pile of paperwork to say the least. Thanks _____ Dana OrzelGREAT SOLAR WORKS! C - 208.721.7003 E - d...@solarwork.com<mailto:d...@solarwork.com> W - www. g

[RE-wrenches] An Aspen Builder asked me an opinion

2023-12-20 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
0.02 _____ Dana OrzelGREAT SOLAR WORKS! C - 208.721.7003 E - d...@solarwork.com<mailto:d...@solarwork.com> W - www. greatsolarworks.com www.solarwork.com<http://www.solarwork.com/> "Responsible Technologies f

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

2023-12-14 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
White-Rodgers-1609-101-Refrigeration-Temperature-Control- I have used this many times in various applications some close on temp rise other model closes on temp drop. Quite reliable! ___ Dana Orzel c- 2087217003 e - d...@solarwork.com --- Begin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Small Diesel generator recommendation off-grid

2023-11-04 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Wildcat power ___ Dana Orzel c- 2087217003 e - d...@solarwork.com --- Begin Message --- Hello Wrenches, Can anyone recommend a reliable diesel generator that starts well in the 10-20kW range? Thanks! -- Mac Lewis "Yo so

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Radian Generator Charging

2023-10-26 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
in the crawl space with never tightened split bolts that were crispy black from arcing. There was enough contact for voltage readings & not enough for any amps to flow. Double check all connections? ___ Dana Orzel c- 2087217003 e - d.

[RE-wrenches] Home grid stacked battery heating

2023-10-25 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ard Styrofoam.. Has anyone else done something similar? Has anyone done this & it did not work? Thought & suggestions... _____ Dana OrzelGREAT SOLAR WORKS! C - 208.721.7003 E - <m

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Radian Generator Charging

2023-10-25 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
shortcut your Q. ___ Dana Orzel c- 2087217003 e - d...@solarwork.com --- Begin Message --- Hello wrenches, We just installed an GS8048a Radian build with Mate 3SL controller (no Optics). We are having some with charging from the generator

[RE-wrenches] On Gens : 2007 Kohler: Wrenches, can you help with parts or smarts?

2023-10-24 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ared for like a vehicle that you climb into & trust your life with. My 0.02 experience is that as long as they are operating all is good & get cared for mostly when a crisis occurs. What I like to call "recycled ignorance." ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cleaning PV mods

2023-10-23 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ummer. It makes no sense. If hose water from the ground is going to hurt solar panels, you better not put them where it rains!    I replied privately to Dana, but for the benefit of the group, it takes a heavy soiling to make any appreciable difference. I have done numerous tests at times

[RE-wrenches] Cleaning PV mods

2023-10-20 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
e washer & was going to pick up a large sponge type mop & mount it on a painters extension pole. Good Biodegradable cleaning solutions? _____ Dana OrzelGREAT SOLAR WORKS! C - 208.721.7003

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane range options for off-grid?

2023-09-26 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Our 6 burner Viking only draws 15 watts off-grid, just saying :) one form of happiness is a great stove! ___ Dana Orzel c- 2087217003 e - d...@solarwork.com --- Begin Message --- There’s definitely a couple thousand price premium added

[RE-wrenches] 1/2HP ECM booster pump

2023-08-20 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ance Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 www.greatsolarworks.com <http://www.greatsolarworks.com/> www.solarwork.com <http://www.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hawaiian Tie in

2023-08-08 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ower to the solar and the load. On Tue, Aug 8, 2023 at 10:11 AM Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches wrote: Oh Wise folks! Attached is a wire schematic please review. & feel free to possibly use for yourself in the future. I am in a bind with an interconnection where I have an apa

[RE-wrenches] Outback GLC Bypass slider plate

2023-08-01 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Oh wise guys, I am looking for (1) Outback GSLC bypass slider plate to allow 2 generators to separately feed an OB GSLC. I will be using a 30 amp 2 pole breaker VS the 60 amp that come in the IO kit from outback. Please contact me off list -- Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C

[RE-wrenches] Looking for Outback installer dealer troubleshooter Ft. Collins CO area

2023-07-24 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
/ Ft Collins area that could do some trouble shooting? Please contact me off list - Thank you. -- Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 "Responsible Technologies for Responsible People s

[RE-wrenches] Pro Power saving device

2023-07-06 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Hey all you mighty Wise Folks! I have an off grid client that sent me a adv. for this device. propowersaver.com Does anyone know what this does? Does It work? How does it work? -- Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] evacuated solar tubes

2023-07-05 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Yes, it’s called zinc oxide just like sunblock but it’s pure zinc oxideDana OrzelC: 208.721.7003E- d...@solarwork.comOn Jul 5, 2023, at 7:34 AM, Chris Schaefer via RE-wrenches wrote:G'day All,I managed to get myself pulled into an evacuated solar hot water system installed by others. The client

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tech Support Issues with Sensata

2023-05-31 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
MMPs – Many Missing Parts? Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Rich Nicol via RE-wrenches Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2023 1:28 PM To: 'RE-wrenches' Cc: r...@solartechvt.com Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Tech Support Issues with Sensata

Re: [RE-wrenches] Retail price lists

2023-05-19 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
eat weekend not working! You have earned it. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Tump via RE-wrenches Sent: Friday, May 19, 2023 4:58 AM To: offgridso...@sti.net; RE-wrenches Cc: Tump Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Retail price lis

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar direct water pumping

2023-05-08 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Check out Sunrotor they know their stuff it’s been a while but they have dialed me in the pasthttps://www.sunrotor.com/Dana OrzelC: 208.721.7003E- d...@solarwork.comOn May 8, 2023, at 7:15 AM, Ray Walters via RE-wrenches wrote: Just with all other solar equipment, you

Re: [RE-wrenches] Truss finder

2023-04-17 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
OK, so we need to look outside the box on this rafter finder!what other industries have need of tools that look at wood or metal on the other side of various materials?Watched a movie the other night and this guy was finding rebar in concrete 2 to 3 inches thick or was that just Hollywood?Dana

[RE-wrenches] HomeGrid Battery Experience

2023-04-15 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ting than almost all other LI batteries so check as to whether your CC can stop that low. I think it was 52.4vdc? That said I am sure that I will install more sets of Home Grid batteries. Neat clean look finished. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE

[RE-wrenches] US Dept of energy tax guidelines

2023-02-23 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
und my level of information on commercial tax credits for solar write-off & is a great doc to send to prospective clients & their CPA's. I find that a lot of CPA's still are in the dark as to what to do with solar tax incentives. If nothing else it will possibly cure insomnia.

[RE-wrenches] BACKUP system revival

2022-12-17 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
. These were disconnected on the Generac end. So no clue or labeling there. I called Outback & they called it Redneck engineering & send me a few articles to read. Has anyone configured a backup in this manner? All suggestions appreciated, thanks & wi

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sola-ark cold morning

2022-12-04 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
I will additionally call Solark Tech & see what they have to contribute. Thanks all for the real world first! Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches Sent: Sunday, December 4, 2022 11:11 AM To

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sola-ark cold morning

2022-12-04 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
or. He has built the entire house off of 2 - small 12 volt PV systems & battery charging cordless tools. Living on site in the garage… I am very impressed with his commitment to low impact & not a wackadoodle or survivalist either. Excellent classical, bluegrass, & jazz cellist.

[RE-wrenches] Sola-ark cold morning

2022-12-04 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ill did not affect metal or glass that it has to do with moisture being driven off. Thoughts & suggestions? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low voltage lithiums

2022-11-19 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Bassett with AEE. Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Nov 19, 2022, at 7:15 AM, Jeff Clearwater via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Hi Kris > > What voltage do you have your charge settings at? > > I recommend that bulk or absorb voltage for lithium i

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shipping costs

2022-10-10 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Most of our hot shot deliveries have been running $2,400, Bay area - Central Idaho thru a broker for our thermal collectors. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Maverick Brown via RE-wrenches Sent: Monday, October 10, 2022 3:14

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shipping costs

2022-10-10 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
We have started using pirateship.com which travels on UPS but is basically half the price. You print out the UPS label & drop it off. I think you can arrange pickup too. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of William Miller

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating pads for batteries

2022-09-30 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Reptile heater pads? Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Sep 30, 2022, at 1:35 PM, Chris Daum via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Hello all you brilliant people: > > Does anyone have something new for lightly heating a battery bank in a cold > clim

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large current battery combiners, UL Listing

2022-09-11 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
You might possibly check with Northwest energy storage all of their hup solar one batteries come with solid copper bars lead plated I don’t know what the ampacities are but Rob might be able to assist you there Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Sep 10, 2022, at 7:17

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

2022-09-09 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
and possibly a 10 KW though not UL listed. The 15KW is slated to get UL listing down the road Time still to be determined Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Sep 9, 2022, at 12:52 AM, Kevin Pegg wrote: > >  > Hi Dana, > > Touching base to see how this p

Re: [RE-wrenches] 26% to 30% ITC for 2022?

2022-08-12 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
PV mag .02 on solar tax credit https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2022/07/28/solar-investment-tax-credit-to-be-extended-10-years-at-30/ Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Aug 12, 2022, at 4:54 AM, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > I have a trus

[RE-wrenches] Todays Mindbender

2022-08-09 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
hts I would love to hear your thoughts & suggestions. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.greatsolarwo

[RE-wrenches] 10 & 15KW LPG generators 1800 RPM & Water cooled

2022-08-09 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
UL or ETL listed * CA has its issues and yet other states do not have emissions standards possibly a CA model & other? * 2 wire start Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com <

[RE-wrenches] EG4

2022-07-28 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
. 6500 watts at 120v? Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2022 1:50 PM To: RE-wrenches Cc: Dave Tedeyan Subject: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Hi all, Does anyone have any

[RE-wrenches] 10 & 15 KW LPG generators

2022-07-28 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
p; or carb heater with timer or auto-controller. * UL or ETL listed * CA has its issues and yet other states do not have emissions standards possibly a CA model & other? * 2 wire start As we hear more I will pass along info. Dana Orzel

[RE-wrenches] Looking to upgrade my presentation

2022-07-13 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
in selling the format you have generated for a reasonable fee? Thanks in advance all. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV

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

2022-07-08 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
nt they need to source & design. I would bet it is out aways still depending on equipment choices/availability, testing & UL certification etc. I would not even dare to guess but when we ca report back with a date we will do so. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.72

[RE-wrenches] Rolling Coal

2022-07-02 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
before the addition of DEF. Not that a diesel genny would have DEF as an option. Look at the Rolling Coal crowd! Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches Sent: Saturday, July 2, 2022 11:58 AM To: RE-wren

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

2022-07-02 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
I heard back Friday from the generator manufacturers executive board meeting Friday morning there is their response: Hi Dana, I spoke with the executives this morning and we're very excited to hear what the demand is for this genset is. If it makes sense, we're all

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

2022-06-30 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
ow) & I hope there is a possibility here for more appropriately sized & available gensets for our off grid client systems. I will be passing along this research to the OE manufacturer. If you do not want your name passed along let me know for now. Dana Orzel Great S

[RE-wrenches] Looking for Offgrid designer/Installer Miranda CA area

2022-06-08 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Hey All, I am Looking for an local experienced Offgrid designer/Installer Miranda CA area. This is about 1.5 hours south or Eureka, CA. If you are local & interested or have a recommendation, please contact me off list. Thanks Dana Orzel Great S

[RE-wrenches] The Questions of product reliability

2022-06-03 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
rt manufacturers, wholesalers, & companies that meet these criteria. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 9:41 AM To: RE-wrenches Cc: Jerry Shafer Subject: Re:

Re: [RE-wrenches] wire management on Qcell AC module

2022-06-02 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Tape is not approved as a wire retaining device as far as I can find in the NEC :-] Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:40 AM To: RE-wrenches Cc: Jerry Shafer

Re: [RE-wrenches] GJ 250 circuit breaker DC 250

2022-06-01 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Jeremy - I have several let me know if I can help. Dana Orzel - E - d...@solarwork.com - C - 208.721.7003 From: RE-wrenches On Behalf Of Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 10:16 PM To: re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Cc: Jeremy Rodriguez Subject: [RE

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fronius in the game?

2022-04-22 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Moving to Idaho I have inherited a valley full of Fronius & SMA The only failures have had to replace have been Fronius & I replaced with SMA. All were out of warranty according to Fronius. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Removing paint from solar modules

2022-04-15 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
Also Latex paint come off with Isopropyl Alcohol. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

[RE-wrenches] Razors & Removing paint from solar modules

2022-04-15 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
a razor handle to hold the blade & keep a first aid kit available. Soapy water & razor blades have interesting incidents. I owned a window tint shop 40 years ago & definitely had my share of razor cuts. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc

[RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark install

2022-04-14 Thread Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches
question this & the response to the question was “yeah we have heard this from other installers “. End of call. Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Apr 13, 2022, at 8:21 PM, Maverick Brown via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Ron > > The Sol-Ark has two MPPT

[RE-wrenches] Protection on the back side of modules

2022-03-15 Thread Dana Orzel
reasonable ideas? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.greatsolarworks.com <http://www.greatsolarworks.

[RE-wrenches] Lithium battery fires

2022-03-12 Thread Dana Orzel
? Ours or the manufacturer? What would happen to our liability insurance rates if there is a rash of fires? Any thoughts as we all install more lithium batteries in homes? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.co

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate3s hangups

2022-02-17 Thread Dana Orzel
My Mat3 goes blank on a semi regular basis, I have not notated the frequency. Perhaps someone from Outback who is on the list would care to comment? Anyone from OutBack on this? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003

[RE-wrenches] ] Tesla Anywhere

2022-02-15 Thread Dana Orzel
to sell it for] & the fact that I cannot get anyone at Tesla to call me back. I am wondering what other folks experience has been. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flickering lights on off grid AC coupled radian system

2022-02-04 Thread Dana Orzel
less reliable electronics in the LEDs & more so when are dimmed down . Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Feb 4, 2022, at 8:09 AM, drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: > > Some LEDs will flicker at times with off grid AC coupled systems. I've seen > t

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24v to 48v upgrade help

2022-01-27 Thread Dana Orzel
Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Jan 26, 2022, at 7:25 PM, Mac Lewis wrote: > >  > Hi Aaron, > > You can do DC to DC buck converters, but I would suggest cheap and efficient > 24V, AC power supplies. It's easy to have some spares around and they ca

[RE-wrenches] 20,000 SQFT HONE

2022-01-24 Thread Dana Orzel
summer outages? I was wondering if I could have a phone call & pick your mind as in: What have you done? What would you do differently next time? Or would you do it the same again? How much client input did you receive? Please respond directly to my email. Thanks in advance.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion tool batteries

2022-01-20 Thread Dana Orzel
ger says "broken Battery" I Loved the small cooler & reptile heater idea! Great idea! Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho P

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion tool batteries

2022-01-19 Thread Dana Orzel
Excellent in-depth info thanks Dana Orzel C: 208.721.7003 E- d...@solarwork.com > On Jan 19, 2022, at 9:58 AM, Alex MeVay wrote: > > Generally, storage or use at cold temperatures shouldn't be an issue, > as long as the battery can still deliver enough power to operate the > t

[RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion tool batteries

2022-01-19 Thread Dana Orzel
ver seen a warning on the battery package or in the tool literature. What are you all doing with work tool batteries in freezing temps? Are you taking the batteries inside to be warm & charge at night? Thanks in advance! Dana Orzel Great Solar Wor

[RE-wrenches] ballasted ground mounts residential scale

2021-12-29 Thread Dana Orzel
Or Pour a solid slab. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136<http://www.greatsolarworks.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Smell from Radian

2021-12-29 Thread Dana Orzel
Another thought – Open up the Radian & do a really thorough compressed air blow out of the cabinet interior? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idah

Re: [RE-wrenches] Smell from Radian

2021-12-29 Thread Dana Orzel
Are your front intake screens clean? Has the owner been gawking in front of the Radian while eating Fritos? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optical Sensor for Wattsun Tracker

2021-12-29 Thread Dana Orzel
The new Wattsun controller system is super reliable VS the old system I would do the upgrade….. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] ballasted ground mounts residential scale

2021-12-29 Thread Dana Orzel
to have to do that much ground prep why not use a pier or footing system? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

[RE-wrenches] SW4024 remote shut down switch

2021-11-12 Thread Dana Orzel
Oh Wise Older Ones! I have a client that wants to be able to turn off his SW4024 remotely, say with a 2 wire single gang switch? I cannot remember & it does not appear in the manual he has as to how this can happen. Any memories or suggestions? Dana O

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pitch Pockets

2021-11-03 Thread Dana Orzel
We are not dealing with many flat roofs in snow country [thank goodness] but are very impressed with the Chemlink product hot or cold it appears to be very stable. Just spendy. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d

[RE-wrenches] DIY solar

2021-10-27 Thread Dana Orzel
The name of the company is : PROJECTSOLAR.IO Here in idaho I have no idea how they are going to succeed. I do know of one project that I quoted that has purchased from them, but I have not heard beyond that. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C

Re: [RE-wrenches] Strange noises from the roof

2021-10-21 Thread Dana Orzel
that conditions are changing. We definitely find it informative. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator recommendation request

2021-10-19 Thread Dana Orzel
Ray this is {again} what I have experienced over my solar career with Generac, controls that burned, oil leaks, all in all gener-wreak. It is sad to see yet another unit dead & almost every offgrid time, “oh you need to bring it in for servicer” over & over. Da

[RE-wrenches] Soliciting for workers?

2021-09-28 Thread Dana Orzel
Hey Michael - May I inquire as to possible installers on this conversation? Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

Re: [RE-wrenches] Long span commercial solar racking

2021-08-27 Thread Dana Orzel
You might check with Tamarack Solar, shades of earlier Snap n Rack – 7072226240supp...@tamaracksolar.com <mailto:supp...@tamaracksolar.com> Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid Food Truck

2021-08-19 Thread Dana Orzel
Check out the line of 12/24 vdc -120 vac NOVACOOL RV refers Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

[RE-wrenches] Lighter tubing?

2021-07-26 Thread Dana Orzel
d recycled ignorance? Looking for options. In todays world marketplace I am questioning this approach. Thanks in advance. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grounding Top of Pole Mount Array with a Ufer

2021-06-25 Thread Dana Orzel
That’s why we use the Ufer, our AHJ assumes that once a layer of rust develops this is not valid... Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP

[RE-wrenches] Grounding Top of Pole Mount Array with a Ufer

2021-06-24 Thread Dana Orzel
mp; less expensive than a ground rod, & the inspector seems happier with this approach. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] Top of Pole Mount Array on Ledge

2021-06-23 Thread Dana Orzel
We have hit rock at 24-30” on several installs over the years and drilled in, hammered in set rebar with concrete epoxy & in the case of a tracker got an engineered base designed with it pinned to the rock. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc.

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV direct EV charging

2021-04-12 Thread Dana Orzel
volt takes a lot longer. Depends on your needs. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136<h

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV direct EV charging

2021-04-12 Thread Dana Orzel
SolarEdge Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.greatsolarworks.com <http://www.greatsolarworks.

[RE-wrenches] Converting a old Troybuilt Roto tiller

2021-03-26 Thread Dana Orzel
this idea dialed in or a kit? I just want to get it done. Thanks in advance & if this is an off the topic thing please reply off the list. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contra

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flexible panel install on airstream

2021-03-24 Thread Dana Orzel
n sticks to EDPM. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.greatsolarworks.com <http://www.greatsol

Re: [RE-wrenches] What would you do/say?

2021-02-25 Thread Dana Orzel
ny. Ask what they feel about this. Remember their feelings & your feelings are facts! Especially gut feelings, walk away. :-]] Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Ida

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery Specific Gravity versus Electrolyte Level

2021-02-09 Thread Dana Orzel
o EQ once a year for 4years. 2500 AHR @48 VDC on 6000 watts tracked in a narrow N/S canyon, 4 hours of direct sun Nov 25-Jan 25. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 I

[RE-wrenches] PV shade structure

2021-01-15 Thread Dana Orzel
Hey Now All You Wise Ones! I got a request for a 2nd story flat roof PV - shade structure yesterday. This being snow country we have 100#/sqft snow loading. Has anyone done something in this range? Supplier suggestions? Thanks in advance. Dana Orzel

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext SW4048 not charging from generator

2020-12-15 Thread Dana Orzel
U get what u pay for Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136<http://www.solarwork.

[RE-wrenches] AEE Phones on fritz

2020-11-06 Thread Dana Orzel
I just spoke with Leslie Cannon at AEE. Their phone system is on the fritz. The IT people are working on it. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374

Re: [RE-wrenches] factory module damage, has anyone seen this?

2020-11-04 Thread Dana Orzel
I have never seen pre-flexed modules. I would expect your supplier to replace & collect them freight prepaid or not ever deal with them. That is not new spec equipment. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003

Re: [RE-wrenches] Winco

2020-09-28 Thread Dana Orzel
Long ago, wow I had no idea they were still in existence. It is a 3600 RPM screamer, air cooled as reliable as most air cooled 3600 RPM units back in the day no idea as to where it is built today or reliability currently... Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pentair Pump power

2020-09-23 Thread Dana Orzel
It was an installed price with pump set at 100' - 3 years ago. I had the wire Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pentair Pump power

2020-09-23 Thread Dana Orzel
s it is hard wired in. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.solarwork.com "Responsible Technologies for R

[RE-wrenches] Pentair Pump power

2020-09-23 Thread Dana Orzel
Yes, Radian 8KW Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.solarwork.com "Responsible Technologies for Respon

[RE-wrenches] Pentair Pump power

2020-09-22 Thread Dana Orzel
so I do not have to! Getting a little smarter as I get older. Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV # 028374 NABCEP # 051112-136 www.solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Another pump quesiton

2020-09-17 Thread Dana Orzel
I have El-cids in stock & am selling them off. I have switched to the new AC technology that Grundfoss & TACO offer. They are called ECM pumps. Electronically Commutated Pump motors. AC-DC motors, soft start, variable speed, super-efficient, best of all very QUIET! Da

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC direct pond aeration replacement

2020-07-31 Thread Dana Orzel
DC POND AERATION - Check out the GAST website for your area; https://gastmfg.com/connect/distributor-locator Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. C - 208.721.7003 d...@solarwork.com Idaho Contractor - # 028765 Idaho PV

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