Re: [RE-wrenches] Small Wind Thread

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

We installed 5 or 6 in Colorado.
I know of 3 still operating


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On May 29, 2024, at 6:45 PM, John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches 
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Thanks Dan for the suggestion
Anyone out there know of a PIKA T701 wind turbine currently flying.
Supposedly 100 were made and there may be 20 or more in Alaska but I only know 
of 2 in Vermont and would like to hear from other users.

John Blittersdorf
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CV Wind Service (and solar)
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N Chittenden, VT 05763
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[RE-wrenches] NOS SMA-41

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Looking for an SB3.8-1SP-US-41 if anyone has one please contact me off list


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[RE-wrenches] Primo with tigos Arc fault issue

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 Has anyone had issues with Tigo TS4AF rapid shut down devices along with their 
transmitter, causing arc fault codes with a Fronius Primo inverter? 
Fronius tells me I need to use AP smart devices. Hmmm. 

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[RE-wrenches] TPM Search

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With news that PLP has dropped the TPM line, what are you all recommending for 
a good mount for up to 8 modules , 400 w range. 
I looked in the archives, but no luck. 
I thought there was someone formerly at DPW that was making them. 

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[RE-wrenches] Tigo RSS Off Grid

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Has anyone successfully used a MidNite Classic CC to power a Tigo Rapid 
Shutdown Transmitter in an off grid setting ?  Specifically using the 12v Aux 
output to keep the PV circuits alive instead of relying on the inverter AC 
output to do this.   

Think of this scenario.  Batteries reach LBCO, inverter shuts OFF, no PV to re 
charge back to LBCI, no generator backup to recharge batteries. 


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[RE-wrenches] SMA String inverters

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What are you wrenches that used to install the SB-41 units sourcing now? 
Looks like there is a new model on their website 


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[RE-wrenches] Grid Tied Inverter back feed to Generator

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Has anyone experienced a grid tie inverter back feed a whole house backup 
generator after a utility outage? 
What can happen ?


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[RE-wrenches] MAGNUM INVERTERS and breaker issues

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Wrenches 
Has anyone confirmed which AFCI, combo GF/ CAFI , or GF only circuit breaker 
brand names work with the PAE series inverter? 
The leviton combos seems to freak out! 
Regards , 

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

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The manufacturer from china.
Terravolt does offer tech support for the product.


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On Aug 30, 2023, at 13:38, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches 
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Iron Edison or the MFG company in China?  Just curious as I have a few clients 
with their LFP and they are concerned.



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On 2023-08-30 12:19 pm, Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches wrote:

I'm working with the manufacturer to get a replacement, as these are two year 
old batteries.


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On Aug 29, 2023, at 21:14, Jerry Shafer  wrote:

Jeremy, Wrenches
So clean all of it off water is best then dust it with flower even dust and see 
where it gets wet, it can be traveling down from the cap but if the caser is 
cracked then maybe epoxy if you can get it clean enough, the battery chemistry 
is hard on the skin so be careful.
Fun times

On Tue, Aug 29, 2023 at 4:54 PM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
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Leaking from somewhere mid way in the battery case I'm guessing.
The liquid followed a cable down to the BMS board and corroded it badly.


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On Aug 29, 2023, at 10:30, Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches 
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Jeremy, wrenches
It's been some time since as they don't pencil very well, where are you seeing 
the leakage, case top or elsewhere
Fun times

On Tue, Aug 29, 2023, 6:53 AM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
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If anyone has had issues with the Iron Edison lithiums leaking, please contact 
me off list
But , feel free to comment here if needed.

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

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I’m working with the manufacturer to get a replacement, as these are two year 
old batteries.


Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Aug 29, 2023, at 21:14, Jerry Shafer  wrote:


Jeremy, Wrenches
So clean all of it off water is best then dust it with flower even dust and see 
where it gets wet, it can be traveling down from the cap but if the caser is 
cracked then maybe epoxy if you can get it clean enough, the battery chemistry 
is hard on the skin so be careful.
Fun times

On Tue, Aug 29, 2023 at 4:54 PM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
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wrote:
Leaking from somewhere mid way in the battery case I’m guessing.
The liquid followed a cable down to the BMS board and corroded it badly.


Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Aug 29, 2023, at 10:30, Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches 
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Jeremy, wrenches
It's been some time since as they don't pencil very well, where are you seeing 
the leakage, case top or elsewhere
Fun times

On Tue, Aug 29, 2023, 6:53 AM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
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wrote:
If anyone has had issues with the Iron Edison lithiums leaking, please contact 
me off list
But , feel free to comment here if needed.

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

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Leaking from somewhere mid way in the battery case I’m guessing.
The liquid followed a cable down to the BMS board and corroded it badly.


Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Aug 29, 2023, at 10:30, Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches 
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Jeremy, wrenches
It's been some time since as they don't pencil very well, where are you seeing 
the leakage, case top or elsewhere
Fun times

On Tue, Aug 29, 2023, 6:53 AM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
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If anyone has had issues with the Iron Edison lithiums leaking, please contact 
me off list
But , feel free to comment here if needed.

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[RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

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If anyone has had issues with the Iron Edison lithiums leaking, please contact 
me off list
But , feel free to comment here if needed. 

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[RE-wrenches] .5 C charge rate for LiFePO4

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Is it correct to size an PV array to provide .5C for a Lithium Iron bank? 
130Ah x .5 = 65   
65A = ~ 3.5kw PV DC 
Seems overkill for one battery. 
Any advice is appreciated. 


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Re: [RE-wrenches] Wind machines

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I’ve got a customer with a Pika still
running, maybe three customers, actually… 
The one client made his own brush holder !
If that’s what you need, I can get you in contact with him. 

Jeremy Rodriguez 
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> On Aug 17, 2023, at 12:23, John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches 
>  wrote:
> 
> Jay and Roy,
>   Join me on my crusade to get the PIKA T701 back into production.
> It was the best I ever owned but had to sell it to a customer when
> PIKA stopped production.
> Still lots of their 100 units produced are out there somewhere. I just
> found one currently running
> in a very poor wind site that the owner is willing to sell.  I can't
> wait to get it back on my tower!
> Specs are still found on NAZ website.  Google PIKA T701
> 
> John Blittersdorf
> 
> 
> 
>> On Thu, Aug 17, 2023 at 12:04 PM Jay via RE-wrenches
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Yeah just kinda of sad they are gone.
>> 
>> Like others, a friend called looking to replace a very old whisper power.
>> 
>> Ok more solar it is.
>> 
>> Thx
>> Jay
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On Aug 17, 2023, at 9:51 AM, Roy Butler via RE-wrenches 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>>  Good luck with that search Jay.
>> 
>> Most of the companies that manufactured machines in that size range went out 
>> of business quite some time ago.
>> Unfortunately, lots of low quality equipment has filled that void.buyer 
>> beware!
>> 
>> 
>> Roy Butler
>> Four Winds Renewable Energy, LLC
>> 8902 Route 46, Arkport, NY 14807
>> 607-324-9747  www.four-winds-energy.com
>> 
>> Education is when you read the fine print; experience is what you get when 
>> you don’t.
>> 
>> “The less people know, the more stubbornly they know it.”
>> 
>> Although no trees were killed in the sending of this message,
>> a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 8/17/2023 11:09 AM, Jay via RE-wrenches wrote:
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>> Hi all
>> 
>> Is anyone making a good quality 1-2kw wind machine?
>> 
>> All of my searches come up with nothing.
>> 
>> Thanks in advance
>> Jay
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[RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithium SOC drift

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

We have about 20 units out in service. 
All of the batteries SOC readings have drifted apart greatly.  IE always said 
not pay attention the battery readouts, and as long as voltage is even, that 
the batteries are working fine. 
After the last install we did of their batteries, their tech support group had 
me make up a cable to hook up a computer to the battery to re - set the BMS I 
believe.  
I’m scheduled with a new tech support channel for Iron Edison to take this on. 
Has anyone done this before , and is it really going to do any good ?  



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Re: [RE-wrenches] Sharp Module search

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Oops.
I will not post on the forum about this any longer.


Jeremy Rodriguez
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On May 1, 2023, at 3:17 PM, Jeremy Rodriguez  wrote:

 Okay.
I’d be interested in at least 2  qty.
What’s a price on them?  Model # ?
We’d need them shipped to us in Colorado.


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On May 1, 2023, at 3:12 PM, Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches 
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Jeremy
I got a bunch of sharp 185's
Jerry

On Mon, May 1, 2023, 1:35 PM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> 
wrote:
 If anyone has a model # NE170-U1  Or similar size / wattage 72 cell 
modules laying around in good condition please contact me off the list

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Sharp Module search

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Okay.
I’d be interested in at least 2  qty.
What’s a price on them?  Model # ?
We’d need them shipped to us in Colorado.


Jeremy Rodriguez
Solar Installation / Design
All Solar, Inc.
1453 M St.
Penrose Colorado 81240

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On May 1, 2023, at 3:12 PM, Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches 
 wrote:


Jeremy
I got a bunch of sharp 185's
Jerry

On Mon, May 1, 2023, 1:35 PM Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches 
mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> 
wrote:
 If anyone has a model # NE170-U1  Or similar size / wattage 72 cell 
modules laying around in good condition please contact me off the list

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[RE-wrenches] Sharp Module search

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

 If anyone has a model # NE170-U1  Or similar size / wattage 72 cell 
modules laying around in good condition please contact me off the list

Jeremy Rodriguez 
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[RE-wrenches] Service rated line taps

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

 hello does anyone know of a source for service rated line side piercing 
connectors? 200A rated 


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[RE-wrenches] Thermal tank coils

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Thermal Wrenches, 
can someone recommend a supplier for pre-coiled stainless or copper tube heat 
exchangers?


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[RE-wrenches] Tile Roof Install

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Can someone possibly send me a few pictures of installs on a tile roof with 
tiles removed where the mods would go, and asphalt shingles or similar 
installed under the mods? 
We have a client that is wanting to see how this could look 
Please email me off list,  if so

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Remote battery disconnects

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2020 Code Language:

480.7 DC Disconnect Methods.

(A) Disconnecting Means. A disconnecting means shall be provided for all 
ungrounded conductors derived from a stationary battery system with a voltage 
over 60 volts dc. A disconnecting means shall be readily accessible and located 
within sight of the battery system.

N (B) Emergency Disconnect. For one-family and two-family dwellings, a 
disconnecting means or its remote control for a stationary battery system shall 
be located at a readily accessible location outside the building for emergency 
use. The disconnect shall be labeled “EMERGENCY DISCONNECT”.

N (C) Disconnection of Series Battery Circuits. Battery circuits exceeding 240 
volts dc nominal between conductors or to ground and subject to field servicing 
shall have provisions to disconnect the series-connected strings into segments 
not exceeding 240 volts dc nominal for maintenance by qualified persons. 
Non-load-break bolted or plug-in disconnects shall be permitted.

Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Jan 28, 2023, at 7:28 AM, Christopher Warfel via RE-wrenches 
 wrote:



Seems confusing that the AHJ is requiring a disconnect for AC wiring, not 
specific to which or both panel types, and then a dc disconnect with no code 
reference.  Was trying to convey a reasonable, safe approach.  A lot of bad 
information from fire department solar consultants making a lot of money fear 
mongering, which has led to this type of situation.  Chris

On 1/27/2023 3:35 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:
Glenn:

As I wrote, a DC disconnect is required.  Here is an excerpt from the Q with 
the building official:


4.   Will you be requiring an external disconnect to disconnect the AC output 
of the inverter system from premise wiring?

Yes, as required per 230.85

5.   Will you be requiring an external disconnect to disconnect batteries from 
the inverters?

Yes

If the DC disconnect was not required I would not be wasting everyone’s time 
with my post.  I try to be careful about that, researching on my own before 
posting and trying to make my questions very clear.  I also try not to 
embarrass myself with dumb questions, but that does happen occasionally…

William

Miller Solar
17395 Oak Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
805-438-5600
www.millersolar.com
CA Lic. 773985


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Sent: Friday, January 27, 2023 11:46 AM
To: William Miller via RE-wrenches
Cc: Glenn Burt
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Remote battery disconnects

Does the AHJ really want the batteries disconnected from conductors, or does he 
really just want the inverters to stop operating and producing AC within the 
house?
Obviously there is a big difference here and it may be changing as the code 
evolves.

-Glenn
Sent from my 'smart'phone, so please excuse typos and spelling errors.

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From: William Miller via RE-wrenches
Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2023 2:26 PM
To: RE-wrenches;
Cc: William Miller;
Subject:[RE-wrenches] Remote battery disconnects

Friends:

We have a large-ish residential off-grid system install coming up.  The AHJ has 
said they will require a remote battery disconnect.  I suspect there will be 
fire sprinkler controls and a pressure pump that would become inoperable if 
this system were engaged.  In this case we will apply for a waiver.

The last time this was discussed here as far as I can find was October of 2020. 
 At that time no one suggested any specific battery disconnect equipment.

To further clarify my needs:  There will be 4 or 5 Radian 8048 inverters (5 or 
6 4/0 battery circuits, ~350A each) and two 175 amp PV recombiner outputs.  
That is 6 poles of high amperage DC disconnects.

The battery array will be either a UnigyII VRLA or a lithium of a brand yet to 
be determined.  In the case of lithium we will look for a system that can 
remotely enable a BMS shutdown.  In the case of a VRLA lead-acid, we will not 
have that luxury.

I have done some considerable research and have not found viable, high 
amperage, remotely activated shutdown equipment.

I am wondering what hardware others may be using to achieve remote battery 
disconnecting in these types of cases..

William

Miller Solar
17395 Oak Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
805-438-5600
www.millersolar.com
CA Lic. 773985





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Re: [RE-wrenches] Remote battery disconnects

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

I believe midnite still has the remote trip DC PNL  mount breakers, but of 
course, no birdhouse to make it work.
Not sure what the trip trigger needs either as far as voltage.

-MNEDC250RT

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On Jan 27, 2023, at 12:26 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches 
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Friends:

We have a large-ish residential off-grid system install coming up.  The AHJ has 
said they will require a remote battery disconnect.  I suspect there will be 
fire sprinkler controls and a pressure pump that would become inoperable if 
this system were engaged.  In this case we will apply for a waiver.

The last time this was discussed here as far as I can find was October of 2020. 
 At that time no one suggested any specific battery disconnect equipment.

To further clarify my needs:  There will be 4 or 5 Radian 8048 inverters (5 or 
6 4/0 battery circuits, ~350A each) and two 175 amp PV recombiner outputs.  
That is 6 poles of high amperage DC disconnects.

The battery array will be either a UnigyII VRLA or a lithium of a brand yet to 
be determined.  In the case of lithium we will look for a system that can 
remotely enable a BMS shutdown.  In the case of a VRLA lead-acid, we will not 
have that luxury.

I have done some considerable research and have not found viable, high 
amperage, remotely activated shutdown equipment.

I am wondering what hardware others may be using to achieve remote battery 
disconnecting in these types of cases..

William

Miller Solar
17395 Oak Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
805-438-5600
www.millersolar.com
CA Lic. 773985


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[RE-wrenches] SMA SB-41 without WLAN

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Now that there has been some time since the non WLAN units came out, does 
anyone have recommendations for a good WiFi extender to utilize?

Is it OK to use the onboard USB port to power one.   I’ve seen the white paper 
on this set up but have yet to try it. 


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[RE-wrenches] Discover LiFe battery question

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Is the Lynx II gateway required for battery to battery comms?  
Model 42-48-6650
We will be installing with an inverter that cannot communicate. 



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[RE-wrenches] XW Grid Support or?

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

I’ve inherited a XW. 6048 system that we just installed a LiFePO4 battery bank 
with. 
Has anyone successfully used Grid Support with Sell disabled? 
This system never had an Interconnection Agreement with the utility co so it 
cannot sell. 
Currently we have :
AC charger on , Multi Stage
PV input 
Sell disabled 
Grid Support disabled 
There is no TOU metering. 


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Re: [RE-wrenches] Pika T701 & X3001 GT Inverter

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

The PIKA turbines are long gone and there are likely no parts available 
anywhere. 


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> On Dec 6, 2022, at 3:02 PM, Rich Nicol via RE-wrenches 
>  wrote:
> 
> We've had a good experience thus far with the Generac Powercell systems and 
> tech support has been reasonable. You are supposed to be certified to sell 
> and install the systems and most importantly in this case, you need a dealer 
> number and tech id number in order to work with tech support. (of course 
> they're still listed for retail sale on the internet direct to consumers)
> 
> Generac should be able to provide the name of a certified clean energy 
> installer in that area. Doing a quick search on the Generac web site I found 
> Abbot Electric, Maryville TN. 239-980-4764.
> https://www.generac.com/dealer-locator.aspx?category=1
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On 
> Behalf Of Peter Giroux via RE-wrenches
> Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2022 4:18 PM
> To: 'RE-wrenches'
> Cc: pgir...@mindspring.com
> Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Pika T701 & X3001 GT Inverter
> 
> Amanda
> 
>  Got a call from a family in North Ga who had a Generac system installed by 
> some company out of Knoxville ( who did not install it themselves ). It is 
> not working, the company who sold it will not service it or correct the 
> issues. They claim they have no one who can do that. Apparently Generac does 
> not seem to be able to help them either and the Family has asked that I come 
> up and work on the system. Does anyone have a # for someone at Generac that 
> will step up??
> 
> Thx
> Peter Giroux
> ASAE
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: RE-wrenches  On Behalf Of 
> Amanda Potter via RE-wrenches
> Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2022 3:45 PM
> To: RE-wrenches 
> Cc: Amanda Potter 
> Subject: [RE-wrenches] Pika T701 & X3001 GT Inverter
> 
> Hello Wrenches,
> Has anyone received any support from Generac for repairs, programming 
> information, or warranty issues?
> Since they own Pika, shouldn’t they support their products?
> 
> Thank You ahead of time.
> 
> Amanda Potter
> Energy Storage Specialist
> NABCEP PV Installation Professional
> ADIRONDACK BATTERY & SOLAR, LLC
> Potsdam, NY
> (315) 212-2114 call/ text
> Adirondackbatteryandsolar.com
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[RE-wrenches] SMA without WiFi

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Can anyone recommend the best Wi-Fi repeater to use with the new Sunny boys’ 
that do not have Wi-Fi capability? 
Mr. Mahon?


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[RE-wrenches] Samlex EVO series and AGS

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Can anyone recommend a reliable AGS module that works well with the EVO series 
inverters?

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum Inverters

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

We’ve ordered one to try since we cannot get the PAEs.
I hope Magnum can resume shipping orders in the 38 weeks I was told!

Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Jul 23, 2022, at 1:24 PM, Sindelar Solar via RE-wrenches 
 wrote:

 I have installed three of the Samlex EVO series in the last few years, all 
24V units and all with Midnite E-Panels, and all have worked flawlessly. I've 
ordered all as preassembled units from Midnite.
Allan

On 7/20/2022 4:34 PM, Bradley Bassett via RE-wrenches wrote:
The Samlex EVO4248SP is a potential substitute. The only system panel is the 
MidNite E-panel. This is a 4.2 kW split phase inverter.
Brad
AEE Solar

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[RE-wrenches] Magnum Inverters

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Does anyone have a source these days for Magnum Energy Inverters?
Contact me off list if needed.



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Re: [RE-wrenches] LiPO with Trace SW5548

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

I’d look at the Simpliphi brand
We’ve had good luck, however they were smaller in size at 3.8KW
Perhaps they make a larger battery for your needs.

Jeremy Rodriguez
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On Jul 13, 2022, at 4:05 AM, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches 
 wrote:


Any suggestions for LiPO batteries that play nice with the SW5548? This system 
also has an Outback CC for a pretty small PV array (rating TBD).

Based on some pics I received from the client, the current lead acid battery 
appears to be around 40kWh and was slightly undersized, so I'd be looking for 
LiPO around 30kWh.

Jason Szumlanski
Florida Solar Design Group
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[RE-wrenches] Flex Power ONE FXR expansion

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Hello
Does anyone have a solution for adding a second inverter to an single flex 
power pre wired panel, to achieve 120/240V ?
I know it wouldn’t be on the same panel, but looking for an option here.


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[RE-wrenches] GJ 250 circuit breaker DC 250

[Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches]

Hello
Does anyone have a good used 250A CB for the old DC250 by  Xantrex? I believe 
they are a GJ250?
Or does any of the new equipment work. Kind of looks like the Magnum Energy 
breakers in a MMP.
Contact me off list If necessary.
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[RE-wrenches] Battery disconnect solution

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Does anyone have a solution for operating a remote trip MN battery breaker 
since the BDM is gone?

We do have a birdhouse, so maybe someone has a BDM, but otherwise,
what to do?

Batteries in a dwelling


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