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In the current setup, the generator supplies the house first then the batteries. In the event 2 large loads kick in (dryer running and AC or stove) the generator will trip as it can't supply the load. But the batteries can. I have a Honda EU7000is inverter and a Generac XT8000e. The generac can...

So in the absence of CTs and gen peak shaving this is the only option on the solark settings.

I have an option for peak shaving just not gen peak shaving. Peak shaving was only listed for grid and it required CTs. I dont use PowerView anymore but do you have a screen shot of that? I can mention it to them as well. If you end up testing it please do share. Still waiting forever for...

That's interesting. I'll ask to see if that is still the case with the latest firmware.

I am texting back and forth with Solark. Will report back the results.

Thank you for that explanation. I just now need to figure out how to wire all of this as the generator connection is roughly 40ft away from my batteries. When I built my house I built a whole home transfer switch and when they installed solar they just took that connection and put it into the...

My logic could be wrong but if we keep with your analogy, I would say I have a 100gal tank that I fill at 2gal per min and at times I could pull 5gal but it should still give me 5 gal until there is no reserve capacity.

I didn't consider the load first checkbox. I'll test that. Also the batteries were 70% when I tested.

Yes the goal is to run off batteries for my loads if the grid is out. Days of no sun will force me to use my generator to charge the batteries. But currently that doesn't work if my ac kicks on while the fryer etc is running. I can run all that easily on batts. But the current setup won't work...

Appreciate that. I have an inverter generator so it's as clean as can be. 60hz as measured.

I understand it could be the best way. However, that is more money and effort to wire that up. I am looking to make my current investment work if possible. Just trying to see how to setup the solark to get to my outcome.

Is that the only way? Doesn't seem like that would be the case. At least not from the way the solark is positioned by what you read.

Hi Everyone, I have seen similar threads but nothing that answers this more specifically so I am hoping you guys can help. I have a grid tie system. Solark 15k with 25kwh of homegrid and a 15kw solar array. I just bought a Honda EU 7000is inverter generator. My intent was to charge my...

Clarifying question regarding these settings as I can't find anything in the manual. If you are on the home screen and hit the "grid" icon. It will show you your grid sell back and consumption for that day in the form of a bar graph. On the top left of that screen it shows 8,000w. But I can't...

Typically you will not get any (or minimal) bifacial gain on a roof. They are intended for ground mounts. I have 32 480w bifacials on my shop roof rather than traditional panels. The reason I have that is because my solar company does a great deal of commercial work and they were able to get...