[RE-wrenches] Trace Change out

[mac Lewis]

Hi Allan,

I have used the One Stop Cop Shop in Colorado Springs for repairs on an SW
recently, with success.  They can be contacted at* * (719) 495-2740.  I
have found it has been best for customers to deal directly with them,
because repairs can vary widely in price, based on what has failed.

Cheers


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On Sun, Apr 15, 2012 at 6:32 AM, <dan at foxfire-energy.com> wrote:

> As I recall, AC IN2 sets the Gen input limit, any load beyond that the
> inverter lights up and makes up the difference. Batt charge amps AC sets
> the charge rate (up to the AC IN set point). SWs have been the industry war
> horse for years. And for lots of folks, are still the cat's pajamas
> (especially if they're set up so the defaults work out), but I've been
> replacing gobs of them (Especially Grid Tied). I like Outback only only
> because I'm more familiar with them (and I'm in love with Katy), but Magnum
> seems to have more bells and whistles. I'll need to be heading that way
> PDQ. (Just to tune in).
>
> I think Tekris Power out of NJ still repairs SWs (But not SW Plus?).
>
> Good luck.
>
> db
>
>
> Dan Brown
> Foxfire Energy Corp.
> Renewable Energy Systems
> (802)-483-2564
> www.Foxfire-Energy.com
> NABCEP #092907-44
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>
>  -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: [RE-wrenches] Trace Change out
> From: "frenergy" <frenergy at psln.com>
> Date: Sat, April 14, 2012 9:21 pm
> To: <RE-wrenches at lists.re-wrenches.org>
>
> Wrenches,
>
>         I have a customer that may be having some issues with the
> reliability of his 11 year old Trace4024.  If my current fix doesn't solve
> the problem, I have suggested having the unit fixed, which I think still
> happens on these puppies. I have also suggested replacing it with either an
> Outback 3524 or a Magnum MS 4024.  He is now running a 1 HP Submersible
> pump ala autoformer along with the usual array of  house loads.
>
>         The issue is the inverter accepting and then rejecting the
> generator power, which I have been watching recent comments here regarding
> this issue.  I have not thoroughly checked out pump wiring (was apparently
> already done by the well/pump guy, whom is reputable), but have checked the
> output of the Kohler 8.5 genny and Hz and voltage appear stable with and
> without load.  So far I've gone the route of programming in a few less amps
> on the "battery charging" and "AC2 IN" functions.   The inverter seems to
> be happy with new settings, this new programming was just done a few hours
> ago.
>
>         So this may be a more generic question for those with more
> experience than I: Are both the OB and Magnum inverters considered equally
> capable of replacing the Trace? I guess I'm thinking mainly of that pump,
> but are there other considerations?
>
>         Thanks Folks
>
> Bill
> Feather River Solar Electric
> 4291 Nelson St.
> Taylorsville, CA  95983
> 530-284-7849/6544 fax
> *solar powered since 1982*
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