I second Jay. If one string is significantly lower, I’d check each module in
the string. Could be a bad module.
Randy
On May 31, 2015, at 1:23 PM, jay peltz jay.pe...@gmail.com wrote:
HI Luke,
To add here. I'm unclear if you have measured each string or the whole array
at 71v.
I
-784-1747
Jack can provide you details.
I helped range test the lithium version. Very nice.
take care,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Chelan, WA
509-682-9646
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Subject: Re: [RE
.
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Randy
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From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On
Behalf Of Steve Jefferson
Steve,
Will there be a retro kit?
Thanks
Randy
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From: Steve Jefferson [mailto:steve.jeffer...@sma-america.com
Andrew,
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell:505 570-0137
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[mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Andrew
Truitt
Sent: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 4:55 PM
To: RE-wrenches
Subject: [RE-wrenches
Have you used a gaus meter
(http://www.amazon.com/Gen-El-Gauss-Master/dp/B0004IR6J6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8qid=1365882645sr=8-2keywords=gaus+meter)
to measure the EMF near the inverters and other places? Might put it in
perspective.
Randy
On Apr 13, 2013, at 12:17 PM, Todd Cory toddc
low, the normal FX charging
cycle will be interrupted prematurely.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Mar 27, 2013, at 12:51 PM, Drake drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org
Has anyone tried using a battery management system (BMS) like those used on
electric vehicle battery banks? Here is an example:
http://www.manzanitamicro.com/products?page=shop.product_detailsflypage=flypage.tplproduct_id=87category_id=22
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
adapter
cord to plug into any standard 120v outlet. I installed a Level 2 charger in
my garage, 240v/30 amp. The car also has a Level 3 charging port that I've
used several times at public Level 3 charging stations.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan
Todd,
We don't sell or install generators, but the only one I recommend for permanent
installations is the Cummins/Onan, 1,800 rpm, propane fueled. All others have
failed early.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
and
roof temperatures are low because of the reflected light. In this case, the
decision on module size would depend on the tilt angle of the array relative
to the seasons high irradiance levels and ambient temperatures.
Thanks
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell
. Anyone seen
something like this that led to a problem. (question mark) My keyboard
question mark doesn't work after I spilled tea on my keyboard.
Thanks
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell:505 570-0137
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Has anyone worked with or seen first hand the Power Panel hybrid PV/thermal
module? www.powerpanel.com
Thanks,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
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to shift array output from the grid tie inverter to the car PV charge
controller, and back, as desired.
How's that sound? :)
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
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www.BrooksSolar.com
On Aug 23, 2012, at 6:50 AM
Allan,
Check out Cummins/Onan units too.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Jan 9, 2012, at 7:59 PM, Allan Sindelar wrote:
Wrenches:
We have cautiously agreed to take
corporations form separate legal entities - to separate the risk. Someone
should call BP Solar and find out.
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
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Cell:505 570-0137
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a collector loop that is at
or near atmospheric pressure, and use water as a collector fluid. This places
a lot less strain on the collector loop plumbing. No problems since.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra
the appropriate antifreeze mix, we shouldn't have any problem with
winter starting.
Thanks again for the benefit of your collective experience!
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
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I saw a Retrofit (Wrap-Around) Dektite flashing in a recent Dynamic Fastener
catalog just before reading this post. It looks like it would work for
replacing a flashing around a continuous pipe.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682
-scald valves adjust
cold water input with hot water temperature to prevent an unsafe temperature at
the faucet. I'd talk it over with your plumber.
take care,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
Fellow Wrenches,
Is there a PV installer in northern Nevada (Gardnerville area) that someone
could give me contact info for? My sister lives nearby and is interested in a
grid tie PV system.
Thanks!
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
. Second, we
regularly get irradiance above 1000W/m2 in our area. So your statement
depends on the particular installation is a very important point.
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell:505 570-0137
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[mailto:re
.
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell:505 570-0137
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Sent: Thursday, May 06, 2010 8:25 PM
To: 'RE-wrenches'
Subject: [RE-wrenches
Mark,
PowerSpout, from New Zealand, (www.powerspout.com) makes a grid tie
version of their turbine that includes a dump load water heater at
the inverter and uses an SMA grid tie inverter. Worth checking into.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia
Oops, the dump load water heater is at the turbine, not the
inverter. :)
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Apr 22, 2010, at 4:37 PM, Randy Brooks wrote:
Mark,
PowerSpout
in spring 2006. If your inverters are newer, it should not
be a problem, but it might be worth discussing with OutBack.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Mar 31, 2010, at 10
Ray,
Is the inverter in a ventilated space? We had a similar problem with
older OutBacks in an unventilated shed. OutBack sent us upgraded
inverters and we vented the shed and have had no problems since.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Mick,
Silicon Energy (www.silicon-energy.com, Arlington, WA) sells PV
modules with a glass back sheet that are see through. They are
heavier and pricey, but have a unique module design and mounting system.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA
determine whether the investment relates to a qualified dwelling unit or
not. In other words, the IRS will not rely on the manufacturer for that
test.
Do I read this correctly? Is anybody doing this and do they have some
examples?
Thanks,
Randy
Randy Sadewic
ra
, we recommend sealed batteries.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Dec 9, 2009, at 7:06 PM, R Ray Walters wrote:
I have to highly recommend against Battery FIlling Systems. After 3
by these items over
the installation's lifetime. So, does anyone have industry experience with
either or both of these environmental concerns? How might the customer's
concerns be addressed/alleviated? Thanks much.
Thank you,
Randy Hatch
LEED AP, NABCEP #091308-28
ra...@third-sun.com, www.third
Drake,
Is the Eco Throttle turned off? If it's on, the generator is waiting
for a load to come up to voltage, and the inverter is waiting for
voltage to connect...
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra
Fellow Wrenches,
Does anyone have a manual for an old Shell Solar RV20 PV charge
controller? Or know where I can get a copy. I searched the web
without success. I'd like to know if the charge settings are
adjustable for sealed batteries.
Thanks,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar
the converter on top of the frig. This eliminates 12v line lose from
the power shed. Works great.
take care,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Oct 6, 2009, at 10:04 PM, Allan Sindelar
couldn't readily find a definitive answer and it was not covered
in the SEIA webinar. If you cant get an affirmative response then email the
treasury department at 1603questi...@do.treas.gov.
Randy
Randy Sadewic
Positive Energy
Office: 505 424-1112
Cell:505 570-0137
From: re
Not sure if it meets your requirements, but this product looks interesting:
http://www.satcon.com/downloads/Satcon_PowerGate_100kW_Hybrid_300dpi.pdf
Thank you,
Randy Hatch
LEED AP, NABCEP #091308-28
ra...@third-sun.com, www.third-sun.com
p740-597-3111 x28, f740-597-9775
Clean Energy - Expertly
Jay,
Perfect! Thanks!
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Jul 16, 2009, at 9:53 PM, jay peltz wrote:
HI Randy,
Go to http://www.righthandeng.com/
They got them.
jay
peltz
Matt,
Thanks!
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
On Jul 17, 2009, at 9:09 AM, Matt Tritt wrote:
Randy,
The SW series isn't compatible with the XW series, but DC Power has
four
in adding
another, but I don't see them for sale new anymore. Anyone know a
source? Would a new XW4024 work with the existing SW4024?
Thanks,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-9646
ra...@brookssolar.com
www.BrooksSolar.com
Allan,
Does the Honda have a eco-throttle setting that throttles back
under light load? If so, turn it off so the inverter sees full
voltage and frequency and can sync with no other loads on.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509
?
I am using NEC 2008. Thanks for clarification.
Thank you,
Randy Hatch
NABCEP #091308-28
ra...@third-sun.com
www.third-sun.com
p740-597-3111 x28, f740-597-9775
Clean Energy - Expertly Installed
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From: re
Supply who?
Thank you,
Randy Hatch
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Wayne,
If you use an automatic battery watering system, make sure it is
intended to be used on the make and model of battery you have. If
not, it may underfill or overfill battery cells.
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
140 Columbia View
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682
offer this
program to meet their RPS requirement. Can anyone shed light on this issue?
THanks,
Randy
Randy Sadewic
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NABCEP Certified PV Installer
Positive Energy, Inc.
Phone 505 424-1112
Cell 505 570-0137
Fax 505 424-1113
Enjoy the Sun
Wrenches,
I took the September exam. The Codebook was provided. The Handbook was not.
Thank you,
Randy Hatch
Third Sun Solar and Wind Power
740-597-3111
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Sent: Tuesday
; if you look on your
Commercial GL coverage part of the policy it lists Stores class code
18437 this is to pick up any direct sales that you would have for parts or
equipment that you don't install.
Randy Hatch
Third Sun Solar and Wind Power
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From: R. Walters
Dana,
I thought Xantrex recalled all the ST1500s and replaced them with
XR2500s. Mine was, years ago. You might check with them about this.
Good luck,
Randy Brooks
Brooks Solar, Inc.
Solar Power for People
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Chelan, WA 98816
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