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Old 04-11-11, 05:03 PM   #19
Xringer
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Since the weather has been pretty irregular lately, I don't even try to use the
backup system most of the time. Now that it's getting sunnier, I've started
using it to run my PC load (about 300w) until the sun goes down.
It's been on since I came home from work today (16:30) and I'm going to see
when the little circuit starts trying to turn off this evening.. (If it does)..

I'm not sure that I want to start logging the kwh numbers, since it's not
what I consider a good use of my spare time..

I've met my goal of creating a back-up supply that we can use during power failures.
I plan to use it lightly, just to keep the batteries in good shape. Make them last a while.

However, I don't like the idea of 500w of PV going to waste after the bank is charged..
So, I'm thinking of adding a 230vac inverter and running the Sanyo when
the bank is already charged.

Backed-up AC would be nice if the grid fails on a hot day this summer.
I can stay cool using the tracking array.. 500w will do the trick!
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