Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Recall?
Supply who? 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 P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Marv Dargatz Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2009 12:32 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Recall? Wrenches, There is NO RECALL of any Enphase products. There has NEVER been a recall of any Enphase product. Demand has far exceeded our expectations. This has led to challenges with product availability which may have resulted in misinformation in the field. Ramping up production is our number one priority. However, we refuse to compromise product quality. We insist that all products delivered continue to meet our stringent quality standards. We really appreciate your support and continued understanding as we work through these temporary supply issues. See Ya! Marv Enphase Energy 707 763-4784 x7016 August Goers wrote: Hi Wrenches, I was at an inspection yesterday and the inspector asked me if we were installing Enphase inverters. I told him that we have not to date - we're waiting for a couple of years of solid performance history. Anyway, he mentioned that he had heard that a batch of already installed Enphase inverters was being recalled. I certainly don't want to start rumors but I thought I'd see if any of you have more information in this case. I have no idea if what he said is true or not. Best, August ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org <>___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
Re: [RE-wrenches] stacking grid tied Outback
Jeff, Could you expand on this comment, please: "We parallel Fronius inverters all the time with no problem as long as wire runs are short." Perhaps I am confused. How do you "parallel" the inverters? Does the method satisfy 690.64 (B)(1) requirements for Dedicated Overcurrent and Disconnect? 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 Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. -Original Message- From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jeff Yago Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2009 4:57 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] stacking grid tied Outback Got a call to check out an existing, but distant system that a elderly couple spent over $200K for a pv/battery/wind system and system never worked right. Local electrician called to advise many design and wiring problems and suspects orignial installer had no clue. I have not seen the system yet, but was told he has ten (10) Outback inverters, 2 configured for sell back and 8 not. He said they called Outback and received 2 differnet recommendations concerning conversion of remaining 8 inverters to grid tie. Was told they could be factory re-configured to all sell back, but can only stack two inverters in sell mode. If true, why can't you just parallel multiple stacks of dual inverters and just feed each pair to their own circuit breaker in the main panel? We parallel Fronius inverters all the time with no problem as long as wire runs are short. Bottom line - note sure what we will suggest until I check it out tomorrow, but wanted to be able to advise which answer they received from Outback was correct. Thanks, Jeff Yago _ Netscape. Just the Net You Need. ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
Re: [RE-wrenches] 40+KW off grid - Suggestions
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 Installed Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. -Original Message- From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Dana Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 7:20 PM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: [RE-wrenches] 40+KW off grid - Suggestions Hello All, I have an inquiry for a 40KW+ off grid and are looking for suggestions. Small conference center, some lodging, commercial kitchen, 30+% full [loaded up] occupancy, small staff and maintenance crew for [70%] balance of the time. The full loads will probably be met with [1 or 2] LP gas generators. The utility line quote is $1+ million away. We are looking at all options- High volt runs to AC coupled and Outback 3648, 6 packs. High volt to FM 80's and Outback 3648 , 6 packs. Sunny boy Islands 5048's. We want some redundancy but are looking for a good blend of large, reliable, and redundant. I welcome your opinions. Thanks in advance, Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc www.solarwork.com E - d...@solarwork.com V - 970.626.5253 F - 970.626.4140 C - 970.209.4076 "I'd put my money on solar energy. I hope we don't have to wait 'til oil and coal run out before we tackle that." -Thomas Edison, in conversation with Henry Ford and Harvey Firestone, March 1931 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
[RE-wrenches] Installation Environment, Mold
Wrenches, Hope your days are going well. We have a prospective customer (adjacent to a sewer treatment plant) who is concerned that there may be an issue with mold growth on or under the PVL laminate modules that we are planning to install. The PVL module datasheet states that the adhesive has a microbial inhibitor but the customer does not believe that inhibitor alone will prevent mold from growing on, under or around the modules. The customer also suggests that the environment will be more acidic than typical. They have inquired as to how the pv equipment may be affected 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-sun.com p740-597-3111 x28, f740-597-9775 Clean Energy - Expertly Installed Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
Re: [RE-wrenches] Insurance classification
Wrenches, Our insurer has stated this: "There is a SOLAR ENERGY CONTRACTORS classification "ISO" uses the number 99080, if he asked about a "renewable Energy Installer" then the company may have not been looking for the correct classification. Also his insurer may use their own classification numbers and names. If that is the case then the HVAC class may charge the same rate as SE Contractors. Also you are listed correctly; the classification applies to all works including heating, cooling and power generation. A separate classification needs to be listed for sales of solar equipment; 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 740-597-3111 - Original Message - From: "R. Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "RE-wrenches" Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2008 7:34:57 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Insurance classification In New Mexico, you just need to be a licensed electrician to do solar, so we were just listed as electrical contractors, but we recently switched category : Solar Energy Contractor 95648 Todd's listing sounds even better, though. Ray Ray On Dec 3, 2008, at 4:44 PM, Todd Cory wrote: I am listed on my insurance as "99080 solar electric contractor". Todd Starlight Solar, Yuma, AZ wrote: Does anyone know what the insurance classification is for installation of renewable energy equipment installer? My insurer has me under 95647, heating and AC contractor. I asked about this and was told there is no class for RE installers. Kindest Regards, Larry Crutcher Starlight Solar 11279 S. Glenwood Ave #4 Yuma, AZ 85367 (928) 941-1660 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org R. Walters Solarray.com NABCEP # 04170442 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
Re: [RE-wrenches] [SPAM] Re: wrenches] NABCEP Test: Codebook or Handbook?
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 - Original Message - From: "Louis Woofenden" To: "RE-wrenches" Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 12:41:58 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] [SPAM] Re: wrenches] NABCEP Test: Codebook or Handbook? Hi Mike, I took the Solar Thermal exam in September, and the guys on the other side of the room taking the PV exam were given codebooks. We certainly had just the code books back in the fall of '04 when I took the PV exam. But perhaps something has changed very recently? Best, Louis Woofenden Tucson, AZ ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List rules & etiquette: www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm Check out participant bios: www.members.re-wrenches.org
