Can this product be programmed to not supply voltage the an appliance (my solar hot water pump) when there is little or no sun present?
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Yes. The "load" outputs on this controller can be programmed to come on at different times of the day for different lenghts of time. As for not putting out power when there is not enough sun, it does that automatically by monitoring the incoming voltage from both the battery and the solar panel. If it is too low the "load" outputs will disconnect automatically and only reconnect automatically when there is sufficient voltage coming in again.
261652
I would put a breaker on the positive or negative wire from the solar panel & flip it so u break the circuit when u don't want the power.
261653
No, you need to purchase an inverter that has sensor in which to switch back to grid when your battery bank gets low, or, when you know your not getting hot water, "switch it over manually", or when your news casts no sun for next few days, "switch over to grid manually". (In either case, its a madder of prudence, and whether forecast") However, there is an inverter available for this convenience if your willing to shell out the money! "over 2kI believe that simply switching plugs out, until you get the more advanced inverter, is not that big of deel! Just be sure you separate the circuits. Fred No, you need to purchase an inverter that has sensor in which to switch back to grid when your battery bank gets low, or, when you know your not getting hot water, "switch it over manually", or when your news casts no sun for next few days, "switch over to grid manually". (In either case, its a madder of prudence, and whether forecast") However, there is an inverter available for this convenience if your willing to shell out the money! "over 2kI believe that simply switching plugs out, until you get the more advanced inverter, is not that big... » Read More No, you need to purchase an inverter that has sensor in which to switch back to grid when your battery bank gets low, or, when you know your not getting hot water, "switch it over manually", or when your news casts no sun for next few days, "switch over to grid manually". (In either case, its a madder of prudence, and whether forecast") However, there is an inverter available for this convenience if your willing to shell out the money! "over 2kI believe that simply switching plugs out, until you get the more advanced inverter, is not that big of deel! Just be sure you separate the circuits. Fred « Show Less
1116726
Yes you can but it is not advised because if you turn it off by the lamp switch and have it on an automated schedule it won't work.
1517155
I would assume it could as long as the solar panel is designed to provide 12 Volt DC current. More than likely you will have to install a transformer to go from AC to DC power. Since this 12 V bilge pump pulls such a small amount of DC power from a battery I can't see any advantages to solar power unless solar power is all you have available.
1187318
I don't think so. All this does is takes 12vots and than reduces the volts. It does NOT make voltage. You will still need a power source.
841590
Yes. Bypass the flasher/control module and wire them directly to a continuous 12 volt source with a recommended switch so you can turn it on and off. Caution: They get extremely hot in summer months for this type application. Just be careful
2039920
You could, but I wouldn't. I got mine for the pump for an above ground swimming pool. You appear to be planning to use this for a permanent (in house) appliance. I would get an electrician to install a new outlet.
907552
This product is hooked up to a 110v only with this unit package. It can be run from solar as a supplement 110v or solely as solar. This unit package does not include any solar equipment though.
2205414
Not sure if you can or not. We bought it for our off grid sauna and leave it plug into the solar panel the entire time we are there on vacation. If I remember correctly the batteries are housed in the light fixture, so I would think it is possible. You may want to ask someone that uses it at home, as we only get up to the cabin once or twice a year due to the distance from home. Sorry I couldn't be of more assistance.
830096
I'm sure you could, but at the rate this thing sucks down power it'll cost you some money. I had mine plugged into a "thermo cube" and let it turn on and off unsupervised.
2189861
I don't believe so. Like the other responder, I have only on/off, no voltage switch.
303305
Assuming there is a constant 12 volt direct source, the pump is going to draw 3 to 5 amps. amps x volts = watts. At 5 amps that would be 60 watts. With a battery in line it would work. Straight off a 50 watt solar panel probably not so well.
1243253
If you have to ask, then you cannot afford it. I suggest a Sun Dial, it uses on volts, watts or amps.
1997269
You may try a internal temperature gauge. I turned a freezer into an refrigerator to run my solar, a freezer only take 300 watts compared to 2500 watts.
1402248
I haven't tried what you're asking but don't see why not if you can find a 24 volt relay that can handle the pump's voltage and amperage (wattage).
1996380
Yes, that's exactly how it works. You can plug any regular appliance A/C cord into the unit and it will run it as long as the appliance is not too energy hungry (i.e. < 100 watts). This is a great portable unit and I highly recommend it.
1816993
While I have not tested it, I'd guess no. 12V parts and 120V parts are very different. If the pump has a power supply that plugs into the wall you can use the switch to turn the power supply on and off.
1550091
Yes. There is a voltage selector switch on the back of the unit. I just checked my manual.