And it's not a bad idea to add a shunt in each string for trouble shooting down the road.
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I know that is a bad idea, but since they already >>> have the >>> equipment, are there any safety issues by re-using this equipment? It is >>> for a >>> grid tie battery backup system that will remain in float most of the >>> time. 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