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FAQ
Will this kit work with a 12V or 24V battery?
This is a 12V battery charging system only. Please call Nature Power Customer Service for more
24V system configuration.
How do solar system work?
The panel's photovoltaic cells convert the energy in sunlight to electricity, the electricity is then stored
in the battery and an inverter will allow you to plug in appliances. there is 4 major components
needed to set up your solar off grid system. Solar panels, charge controller to control the charge to
the battery bank, a battery for power storage and an inverter to transfer DC power from the battery to
an AC power.
How should my solar panels be positioned in order to produce the most power?
In the Northern Hemisphere, The best direction to face solar panels is south. However, using your
judgment in figuring out which location gets the most sun, would be helpful.
Does the panels need to be in direct sun to work?
No, although solar panels produce the highest wattage output in direct sunlight, they will still produce
power on cloudy days.
Do I need a battery to store Power?
Yes, a battery is needed to store the power from the solar panel, the inverter will also connect to the
battery.
What size battery can I use?
The amount of battery storage you need is based on your energy usage. Energy usage is measured
in Watts or kilowatt hours over a period of time. You can use any size battery, best used with Deep
Cycle batteries. 12V only.
Can you connect this to the breaker box in the house?
No, this is an off grid only solar kit, you can not connect to the breaker box.
Will I need solar maintenance?
Solar panels generally require very little maintenance. They are very durabl
e but should always be
cleaned to prevent dust and debris particles from causing shading on the solar panels. batteries might
need to be changed every few years.
How long does installation take?
This is a very basic setup plug and play, however, installing the panel to a flat surface might require
able bodies with a little bit of know how’s.
On what roof materials can solar be installed?
Solar panels can be installed on any roof material that can take the weight of the panel. properly
mounted solar panel system is essential, as a an improperly mounted solar panel can cause leaks or
other roof issues.
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