How can I add/install this to work together with my local energy provider? should I switch them or they work together in harmony?
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This is a "battery" panel. To work together with my local energy provider, you'll need to connect "grid-tie" panels using quality grid-tie inverters..
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Interconnecting a solar system to your utility is complicated and requires much additional equipment. You would have to sell an awful lot of power to your utility to recover the additional cost. And you would need to comply with local electrical codes.
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You should have no problem with this unit. My install was easy and has worked without a problem.
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Thanks a ton. Very helpful. In your opinion, is this worth a DIY adventure or is there not much to be saved in calling someone to setup?
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Hi Leslie - yeah, these things are kindofa brat to install. It took my electrician several tries before he got it, and the instructions aren't clear. If I remember correctly, your wiring to/from the light needs to have a three wire configuration, where one wire is called the "traveler" wire... it essentially informs the other switch of the state of itself so they are always in sync.If you have an older home, you may be SOL - the wiring may not support this switch type.Rob
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I would not try to install this yourself if you don't have experience or expertise of any kind in this field. This is a bit more involved than setting up a home theater system or solar lights and such. Go to a professional who does this for a living and you'll save time, money and stress.
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Looks like the question has been answered. Good luck with your unit installation.
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Would love to hear how it works out. I would also make sure that your Charge controller can handle the load, if this is an all on to the existing system.
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Absolutely. The issue is getting the two to turn on at the same time with the timer. My solution was to cut the GFCI's off and install my own plug, then plug those two into a Christmas light timer to come on for a few hours at dusk. I assume no risk for this suggestion! It should also be noted that they sell an 'all-in-one' sand pump and chlorinator unit.
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What do you want to do with the unit? once I know your application then I can suggest a method to wire it so your intended application works.....
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Same answer as others. My electrcian installed. It did not seem to be a problem 4 him though
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I believe that the two units must share a common ground, Most homes are wired this way. Our units worked well from one end of our house to the other.
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I did. No problems. Dealer who installed it said it took some effort to combine this with the rest of existing unit. Working fine a year later.
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you need someone who is familiar with this product as it is far more complicated than other units. call the company and ask for the phone number of an authorized installer in your area. that's what i had to do.
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May make sure you use disconnect box, plug inverter into walk - then connect panels. I think there is a fuse if you take off back cover. I am new to this and mine works great. Watch youtube videos - they helped me out. Also Missouri solar and wind has a lot of good videos on how to hook up
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I hired a master electrician to install my units so I cannot help as I do not know the answer to your questions.
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Unless the apt runs on th same electric circuit as where you live and will put the one adapter, probably will not work
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Sorry I returned the generator and switch. But from my experience ask your contractor who is doing install. Some switches are easier and require less wiring. It can save you lots of money.