you were getting 100 watts with the tree, you didn't mention what it was doing after the tree was removed and you had full sun on the panels. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Louisiana.
Thank you, it's hard to believe there are so many people out there that think solar is some kind of cult or fad . Videos like this that are straight forward help paint a better picture. I have been doing HVAC since the late 70's and installed an inverter mini split in the great room with solar panels about 15 years ago , there was no single source or kit available but it's the same basic package. I'm sure your system was less expensive then my purchase but I will take sunshine and batteries over the power company all day long. Good job!😊
Crazy cool little camera! Guess I'm going to be getting a 9k unit. Not hybrid but power is coming from solar anyway. Less efficient but not the end of the world. Only controlling temp in a small 200sq ft building. The bugs I'm growing will generate most of the heat. It's the cooling that's more critical and providing much needed dehumidification. Shame they're only coughing up 50 bucks on the price tag between the 12k hybrid and 9k non-hybrid.
I guarantee you, you will be opening that drywall at some point. We have 2 heat pump split systems and the condensation drains get backed up and filled with algae causing a water back up issue. Ours go right out the back of the unit and straight through the wall so as much as it is a pain to open up the plastic track for the lines to vacuum out, I could only imagine trying to clear the lines like the way you have them there. I would strongly reconsider that part of the install before you close everything up. I know it looks ugly going down the side of the house, but believe me you will be doing it at some point anyways. Good luck!
I wonder since it looked like they used PVC for part of the drain if they add a clean out port before they close up the walls, if that would make it easier to service.
If the exposed copper lines in the wall are not sealed off from the air in the wall as they were initially, they will have condensation forming on the lines that will drip into the walls and cause a huge problem.
@@SmitHVAC. Got it. I am a little confused as SS says to purchase the Canadian Solar Panels at the good guy price you have to purchase 10 panels. It appears you purchased less than 10 and thus my question.
@benkanobe7500 yea 10 is the minimum for panels I guess they're likely to break when they ship less. We got 14 in total, 6 for the 24k 4 for the 12k and 4 for another project.
my 12k hybrid mini split is in and got the 390w Canadian solar panels locally. eg4 manual says to keep solar panels covered during installation to keep panels from generating electricity . how important is that?
If your handling bare conductors it's pretty important. I wired mine from the unit, to the shutoff to the panels, and completed the connection in the middle of the array so I was only handling the MC4s
I bought mc4 cables with attached connectors so I won’t be touching bare wires and the dc circuit breaker I bought also has mc4 connectors already on so… I guess I’m just lil too green as this is my first solar anything install. 😊 Thank you for replying
On another matter, plastic hole cover unit came with for all cables and line set go through was only 2 1/4” in diameter . Do you think that is wide enough?
Since you were able to get a "package deal", how much was shipping as I would like to compare that to the 10 minimum shipping cost for just the 400Watt Canadian Solar, panels?
How do you heat and cool bedrooms (4) with this system? Do you install a head and lines in each room? Please don't tell me you install one unit in the hallway and everyone has to leave their doors open.
These units are awesome. My buddy's electric bill has been slashed and he is always showing me how low is daily usage is now. keep up the good work.
The big thing is making sure you get the drainage pipe at the right angle to drain. Mine was an issue because of the wall we chose to install it on.
I got the same 12k BTU and ran the line set in the wall using a Multidrain Position Rough-In Box to thread my line and drainage. Worked like a champ
Sure glad I live in Texas, got all my gear from SignatureSolar for Zero shipping.
Did you ask them for free shipping since you live in Texas?
I’d love to see a diagram and explanation of your ac and dc connection panel as I will be doing this install soon.
you were getting 100 watts with the tree, you didn't mention what it was doing after the tree was removed and you had full sun on the panels. Thanks for sharing.
Cheers from Louisiana.
We were able to run it on full solar. Have made some changes since then, I will try to update in July
Cool vid! Love the EG4 stuff.
Thank you, it's hard to believe there are so many people out there that think solar is some kind of cult or fad .
Videos like this that are straight forward help paint a better picture. I have been doing HVAC since the late 70's and installed an inverter mini split in the great room with solar panels about 15 years ago , there was no single source or kit available but it's the same basic package. I'm sure your system was less expensive then my purchase but I will take sunshine and batteries over the power company all day long. Good job!😊
It’s a hobby or fad for the people with excess money. It’s better for our health than rolling coal in the lifted 4wd diesel trucks.
Great video. Always interesting.
Crazy cool little camera! Guess I'm going to be getting a 9k unit. Not hybrid but power is coming from solar anyway. Less efficient but not the end of the world. Only controlling temp in a small 200sq ft building. The bugs I'm growing will generate most of the heat. It's the cooling that's more critical and providing much needed dehumidification. Shame they're only coughing up 50 bucks on the price tag between the 12k hybrid and 9k non-hybrid.
Yea surprisingly the price is not much different. You can use my code SmitHVAC for an extra $50 off!
Awesome thanks!
I guarantee you, you will be opening that drywall at some point. We have 2 heat pump split systems and the condensation drains get backed up and filled with algae causing a water back up issue. Ours go right out the back of the unit and straight through the wall so as much as it is a pain to open up the plastic track for the lines to vacuum out, I could only imagine trying to clear the lines like the way you have them there. I would strongly reconsider that part of the install before you close everything up. I know it looks ugly going down the side of the house, but believe me you will be doing it at some point anyways. Good luck!
Very possible. Do you maintain yours regularly with vinegar or drain treatment?
I wonder since it looked like they used PVC for part of the drain if they add a clean out port before they close up the walls, if that would make it easier to service.
Please supply link to panels and all hardware purchased through signature solar to complete the installation. Thanks!
If you tell a sales rep at Signature what your plans are, they're more than happy to put together an order with everything you need
If the exposed copper lines in the wall are not sealed off from the air in the wall as they were initially, they will have condensation forming on the lines that will drip into the walls and cause a huge problem.
Yea of course they are sealed and insulated now, that was just the first excited startup
@@SmitHVAC. Got it. I am a little confused as SS says to purchase the Canadian Solar Panels at the good guy price you have to purchase 10 panels. It appears you purchased less than 10 and thus my question.
@benkanobe7500 yea 10 is the minimum for panels I guess they're likely to break when they ship less. We got 14 in total, 6 for the 24k 4 for the 12k and 4 for another project.
How were you able to set the torque settings for the lineset connections properly? Looked like yall did the german method "Gud''n'tite"
I've been waiting on our 12k unit for over a month. When did you get yours?...
Jeff
I've had this one for a few months. The next shipment is in customs right now expected to be released next week. They're almost here!
Oh great. Thanks
my 12k hybrid mini split is in and got the 390w Canadian solar panels locally. eg4 manual says to keep solar panels covered during installation to keep panels from generating electricity . how important is that?
If your handling bare conductors it's pretty important. I wired mine from the unit, to the shutoff to the panels, and completed the connection in the middle of the array so I was only handling the MC4s
I bought mc4 cables with attached connectors so I won’t be touching bare wires and the dc circuit breaker I bought also has mc4 connectors already on so…
I guess I’m just lil too green as this is my first solar anything install. 😊
Thank you for replying
On another matter, plastic hole cover unit came with for all cables and line set go through was only 2 1/4” in diameter . Do you think that is wide enough?
Just double check the polarity before you make the final connections and you should be good! Yes that will be fine, I used a 2 inch hole.
how long did it take them to ship from when you ordered to when it arrived?
I thought the EG4 units only heat down to about 32 F degrees. What are the specs on this one for heat?
There's not much literature available on the heating specs but mine has run as cold as 14f and worked great
Can ran at night too or just during the day?
Since you were able to get a "package deal", how much was shipping as I would like to compare that to the 10 minimum shipping cost for just the 400Watt Canadian Solar, panels?
It wasn't a package deal its just a normal order, shipping was a few hundred dollars to NY
What type of MPPT booster is inside outdoor unit ??? Thanks.
Not sure on the specs but if you want to see it I have a teardown video on the outdoor unit
@@SmitHVAC. Thanks i watch your video but i dont see model or code of MPPT booster. 🫂😀
It requires 80-85v dc to start up with solar so no boost needed
Can ran at night too or just during the day?
@@edwinmadrid225 Both
how much was delivery/shipping?
I can't remember now, you can get a shipping quote from the website
Tried to find the package deal with panels and the heat pump but could not find the package.
It wasn't a package deal just a big order, shipping was a few hundred to NY
how many sq ft can this unit cover?
@@kevinb1112 depends on a lot of other factors
Did you need utility permission to install? Whuch utility! Did you require a permit for electrical?
How do you heat and cool bedrooms (4) with this system? Do you install a head and lines in each room? Please don't tell me you install one unit in the hallway and everyone has to leave their doors open.
Eg4 does not make a multihead. You can do one per room or one in a central location. Helps to have a central system with fan circulating to bedrooms