The trick to understanding a solar set-up is to first identify the kind of RVing you like to do and second, understand how much power is required to maintain that lifestyle. For example, do you enjoy watching TV or running a microwave, and if so, how many batteries do you need to re-charge while you
Winterizing Your Solar System Nobody wants the RV season to end. But when it does, properly winterizing your solar system will ensure everything is in the best possible condition when spring rolls around. It can also save you money — RV batteries are expensive, and proper storage will preserve their performance and extend their lifespan.
Why High Efficiency Solar Cells offer the Best Value Monocrystalline, polycrystalline and amorphous are terms used to describe solar products, but what do they mean? And more importantly, why are some solar panels better than others? Learning solar panel / module basics and the differences between solar cells, will help users understand the life expectancy,
Common RV Battery Configurations Depending on your RV battery configuration and your power requirements, you may need to configure your battery array in either a series or a parallel configuration. Parallel circuits provide multiple paths for electrical currents, so a break in the current for one device doesn’t shut all devices down. This is the
Troubleshooting your TS-30 or TS-50 Transfer Switch Is your transfer switch acting up? Here are some tips to help you troubleshoot your Go Power! TS-30 or TS-50. Low Voltage Low voltage is harmful to most appliances. Contactor-based transfer switches are also affected by low voltage; if the voltage level drops far enough the contactor
IC Series Inverter Charger Not Turning Off When Connected Does your inverter charger not appear to be turning off properly when connected to shore power? Sean explains why this happens and what to do about it. Click here for the video:
How to wire an Inverter Charger in an RV Is there a “right” way to wire your IC Series inverter charger? In this video Sean demonstrates how to safely connect your charger and talks about why checking those connections on a regular basis helps prevent potential performance issues. Click here for the video:
Installing the Temp Sensor With Your IC Series Inverter Charger Your battery temperature sensor is an important safety feature, and easy to install and connect with your inverter charger. Sean shows you how here. Watch the video:
Neutral to Ground Bonding Not exactly sure what ‘neutral to ground bonding’ is, and how it impacts your Go Power! installation? Sean walks you through everything you need to know in this short video. Click here for the video:
Proper Start-up of an Inverter Charger Is this thing on?! Have you installed and configured your IC Series inverter charger and now you’re ready to start it up? Sean walks you through the proper start-up procedure using the ICR-50 remote and touches on a few ‘dos and don’ts’. Watch the video: