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submitted 1 year ago by Miczech@lemmy.ml to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

Thinking of self installing a 5kW solution onto a South facing garage. DIY solution appears to be 60% cheaper than hiring a local installer (Ohio)

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[-] tias@discuss.tchncs.de 44 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Whether you're doing DIY or not, please check for available guidelines or regulations wrt safety in case of a fire. The fire fighters need to be able to spray your house with water without getting electrocuted. This is becoming an increasing problem where I live.

[-] minideezel@reddthat.com 5 points 1 year ago

Completely agree, recent NEC requires rapid disconnects on each panel that go down to a safe voltage per panel if the heartbeat isn't received (ie disconnect is thrown). This drops the strong voltage to safe levels.

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