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Solar Water Fountains in Australia

Solar Water Fountains in Australia: There are a number of options if you are interested in SolarrnFountains. You might choose to select a pre-packaged solarrnfountain from our comprehensive selection, or you may decide to create your own water feature, using arnSolar Fountain Pump. No matter what type of solar fountain you arernlooking for, or how much of a do-it-yourself type of person you are,rnSilicon Solar offers Solar Water Fountains and Pumps to suit all tastes and...

Category: Ideas & DIY

United Kingdom Solar Pool Heaters

United Kingdom Solar Pool Heaters:rnSolar pool heaters allow you to open your pool earlier in the season and to keep your pool open later in the season. Considering installing one for your pool? The steps to take when you are looking for a solarrnpool heater are as follows:rnStep 1: The first thing to do is torndetermine the size of your pool. With that information, you can then calculaternthe number of solar pool collectors which you will need to keep your...

Category: Ideas & DIY

Can I leave my floating solar fountain in water all year round?

If you live in a climate where the temperatures are not able to freeze water, than yes you can leave your fountain in water all year round. If you live in a climate where water can freeze you will want to remove your fountain from the water. If you do not your fountain may become damaged by ice, which is not covered in your warranty.

Category: FAQ Solar Water Pumping

How many solar energy are we receiving from the sun every day?

Our largest source of energy - The SUN is providing 970 trillion kWh worth of free energy on us every day. Enough solar energy strikes the United States each day to supply its needs for one and a half years.Put it another way, the amount of solar energy the Earth receives every minute is greater than the amount of energy from fossil fuels the world uses in a year!

Category: FAQ Solar Panels & Cells

Do I Have to Maintain Solar Panels?

A periodic inspection to remove dirt, debris and check electrical connections is all that is needed. Keeping the panel clear of snow and debris will allow for better results.

Category: FAQ Solar Panels & Cells

Is shade a problem for solar panel?

Yes, shade can be a problem because there are a number of individual solar cells within a solar panel that need to be expose fully to sunlight. This is mainly because of the way the wiring of the solar panels are designed. So for example if there were ten individual solar cells and due to shading, one of the cells did not receive sunlight exposure, this will affect the power output of the nine other individual cells, even if the...

Category: FAQ Solar Panels & Cells

Which direction should I place my solar panel?

Direction and angles are the one of the most important factors in setting up a system. These issues can affect the performance and the efficiency of the whole system. Ususally we suggest people to place the panels facing south, that is the general direction. But tons of factors can vary the exact directions and angles, including latitude and climate in your location. Consult a solar specialist would be a good choice for you if you need help.

Category: FAQ Solar Panels & Cells

My floating solar fountain will not stay in one spot. How can I fix that?

You can attach a tether to the bottom of the fountain and to a heavy waterproof object (like a rock) to keep your fountain in place.

Category: FAQ Solar Water Pumping

Do we participate in veterans retraining assistance programs?

No we do not participate in veterans retraining assistance programs for our PV installation training or our Solar Thermal training programs.

Category: FAQ Solar Panels & Cells, Training & Help Guides