Common Mistakes to Avoid in Solar Installation: Preparing for Code Inspection with the EG4 18KPV

[@pattifroneberger8357]

Great video for code compliance

[@danhoffman9392]

Waterproof fttg needed as de said to prevent rain incursion.

[@simon359]

I’ll keep mine off grid thank you!

[@ChrisOjustWatchingTheTube]

This was extremely helpful!!

[@SignatureSolar]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KingJames6306]

What is the reason for the manual transfer switch when the inverter has grid input and ATS?

[@SignatureSolar]

If the inverter were to fail, you would be able to bypass it.

[@ronbown3836]

I got a question if you don't use solar and store them in the winter when the sun's not out will the solar panels last longer?

[@SignatureSolar]

Yes! Just keep them protected in storage!

[@samfish6938]

our code does not allow plastic pipes conduit

[@SamMiller-x4f]

A little envelope with cash for the inspector.😂

[@kayzrx8]

this is one of the things I hate about these installs, they make the side of the house look like an industrial complex. Someone needs to come out with a cleaner way of installing these. This looks Crazy for residential.

[@SignatureSolar]

Thank you so much for your feedback!

[@marknichols7861]

Please don’t use the two camera shot if you’re not going to switch to looking into each camera. It’s a very distracting experience. Otherwise good information.

[@SignatureSolar]

Thank you so much for your feedback!

[@jeffsowers1290]

One day he will realize that water doesn't run uphill

[@harryniedecken5321]

It sprays in all directions.

[@brentfrank7012]

Water runs uphill in a few ways

[@heroesandzeros7802]

Moisture driven by the wind does.

[@jeffhennig9200]

Code about panels/devices and water are what they are… he does say some questionable things here and there, but if you don’t have a memorized script and aren’t the best public speaker, things happen… the biggest gaffe for me was the safety glass part for her, but he certainly has no side shields so his aren’t safe…

[@FtWTexan]

Nice detail. Like these insides for a code compliant install. I’m researching for my DIY solar. Thanks

[@danielwolf2192]

He will definitely want to get a far more experienced inspector, most of what he saying does not meet any kind of code or regulation

[@ChrisOjustWatchingTheTube]

I am so glad you are covering these safety and code issues. I know you are not teaching to be a licensed electrician but this will help customers be safe and hopefully pass inspection in only one or two visits

[@SignatureSolar]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching! Our next installment in this series comes out soon!

[@Salt-N-Preppa]

Thx David, that was very easy to follow, you are a natural teacher!

[@jeffhennig9200]

I know the transfer sw because of the batteries. Can a system like this be grid tied with a way of using a “transfer” sw only when you need the batteries?

[@SignatureSolar]

This would be a setting to swap power priorities - the reason we recommend the transfer switch is so if the inverter needs a firmware update/to be taken down, then the house still has power from the Grid. Otherwise if the 18kpv goes bad, you would need to pay to have grid rewired to your breaker panel and then pay again to have the inverter rewired when it arrives.

[@harryniedecken5321]

Sure takes up a lot of space, and even far off of the wall.

[@JoseDuran-bs5in]

Hopefully if the system is installed in a small electric room it will alleviate much of the water proofing.

[@jeffsowers1290]

Guess the kids doesn't know that the product is waterproof

[@MrDatson74]

He's definitely not the best person to have in the video you may have some knowledge but definitely not long-term experience

[@davidowen7600]

@@MrDatson74 I feel like Justin's Bieber's little brother just tried to teach me something technical...