Category: SPAN

(8) Tom’s Brief Summary after Days 4 into Solar Power

7/2/2024

Being new to the total operations of solar-powered systems I have more questions than answers. I am told the specific settings for my home will be set after the installation of the 2nd battery arriving soon.

The SPAN breaker box. I was very reluctant to get this additional piece of equipment but it is interesting to monitor the power consumption of individual circuits throughout the house. My first thought of the SPAN panel was it was gimmicky and mostly useless but after further thought here are my first impressions.

An unlikely benefit of having the ability to watch power at each breaker would be to log the normal draw on the circuits.
Should any of them suddenly increase dramatically, a defective appliance on that circuit could ultimately start a fire.
Having the knowledge on hand will also be beneficial in the event of loss of power from the grid.
That information will allow me to pick and choose which circuits I want to use and will ultimately conserve battery power.
The individual circuits can be turned off and on conveniently from the associated app.

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(6) Getting it Connected

6/24/2024

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I couldn't possibly explain the chaos in our garage and the installers' work area. It looked overwhelming to me and as my husband and I watched them work it was like watching a symphony ... it all came together beautifully!

With a heat advisory continuing, our installers are our champions! They have braved the brutal temperatures as we keep them in water, watermelon, electrolytes, and mixed nuts!

Allow me to thank all the installers who have faced ridiculous temperatures and humidity ... Dylan - the lead guy - who has been here every day, Monday's crew, Alex and Braxton, and on Tuesday/Wednesday, R.J. joined the team. One thing Joe promised us was his crew was top-notched and we couldn't be more pleased with them.

Up next ... Wrapping It Up

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(8) Tom’s Brief Summary after Days 4 into Solar Power

(6) Getting it Connected

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