[RE-wrenches] Outback Mate3 programming issues

2016-12-13 Thread William Miller
Friends: I apologize for not reporting in sooner. As most of you remember, we have seen a few Outback systems with Mate3 controllers experience apparent self-reprogramming. I experienced it and several others reported on it. Many have requested updates, on-line and off. I have discussed thi

[RE-wrenches] SMA $0 series DC disconnect

2016-12-13 Thread William Miller
Friends: I am taking a poll to see if any of you have noticed the change in the SMA 40 series DC disconnect as compared to earlier series inverters and how it may be affecting your installations. The DC disconnect is no longer in the lower, connection box area, but in the electronics area. Thi

Re: [RE-wrenches] Retrofit variable speed drive to old well pump?

2016-12-13 Thread Windy Dankoff
Hey Dan! A 2-wire pump does not have a built-in capacitor. It has NO capacitor. Starting any single-phase induction motor is like a one legged bicyclist. Without a start winding and capacitor (and a device to switch it out), it’s a LAME one-legged bicyclist. Only marketed for those who must hav