Standalone Power : Essential System™ : User Manual
Copyright © 2014 Off-Grid Energy Australia Pty Ltd
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Important Disclaimer
Your Off-Grid Energy System has been carefully designed to supply a specific daily quantity of electricity –
determined during consultation and assessment of your Load Demand Profile
(included at the back of this
manual for reference).
All components have been carefully selected and the system constructed,
programmed and tested accordingly.
Equipment Settings:
NO programming changes are permitted to equipment without prior approval from Off-Grid Energy
Australia. Failing to do so will immediately void your warranty and may cause equipment malfunction.
Equipment Modifications:
NO removal, replacement, modification or addition to your equipment is permitted without prior approval
from Off-Grid Energy Australia. Failing to do so will immediately void your warranty and may cause
equipment malfunction.
Additional Appliances:
NO significant additional electrical appliances are permitted without prior approval from Off-Grid Energy
Australia (excluding those items already listed on your Load Profile). Failure to do so will immediately void
your warranty and may cause equipment malfunction. Even a new small appliance that runs 24hrs a day can
have a significant impact on system performance.
Instantaneous Power Limitations:
Remember that there are limits to the amount of power your Inverter & batteries can deliver:
If you use more power
(W/kW)
than the system can provide at any moment – E.g. by switching on multiple
large appliances simultaneously - then your system may automatically shut down to protect the inverter and
batteries.
Tip: There is additional power available at times when your renewable energy is producing (E.g.
solar panels during sunlight hours) or when your fuel generator is running. This power gets
layered/added to the peak power capacity of the Inverter/Charger. Therefore these are ideal times
for using heavier appliances.
Daily Energy Limitations:
Remember that there is a limited amount of energy available for use: If you use more energy
(Wh/kWh)
than
is available over a period of time – E.g. by running appliances more often than suggested on your Load
Profile or after prolonged periods of bad weather – then this energy needs to come from somewhere.
Tip: Use your batteries less and prolong their life by using electricity directly from your renewable
energy sources instead (E.g. if the sun is shining then your solar panels can bypass your batteries
and supply power directly to your home!)
BE FULLY PREPARED:
Careful attention should be paid to the health and management of your off-grid system to ensure smooth
operation for years to come:
(please refer to system components and maintenance requirements outlined in
this manual and in separate component manuals provided)
If the system receives proper usage, attention and care, then system faults or power failure is unlikely.
Nevertheless it is important to remain fully prepared with contingencies for power failure should you get
caught out: (please refer to Trouble Shooting section of this manual for further advice)
For any questions or if you require any additional information or advice on your Off-Grid Energy installation,
please contact Off-Grid Energy Australia on 1300 334 839.
