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8. Install a Battery Monitor
How will you know your battery system is operating once it starts?
Installing a battery monitor is an easy solution.
This add-on will display things like voltage, net amp-hours used, and
the percentage of your full charge. It can also tell you when your
system requires maintenance, which is crucial for an off-grid system.
9. Invest in a Backup Generator
You need to prepare for the unexpected when setting up an offgrid solar system. This means taking into account that not every day
will be sunny.
For these overcast days, you will need a backup generator to
provide the extra energy your panels lack. We recommend a
backup system that can run two times your daily power intake.
10. Avoid Sun-Tracking Technology
Sun-tracking solar technology will move with the sun so it can get
the optimal amount of light throughout the day. While this system
can improve efficiency, we don9t recommend purchasing one.
These mechanical systems are delicate and prone to breaking. This
makes them inefficient for off-grid systems. Instead, we recommend
using that money to purchase more solar panels. That way you9ll get
more energy that will last longer throughout its life.
