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Location contains 8 each dual-axis trackers, 1 kW each; 4 each fixed ground mounts, 960 W each, and 1 each 3 kW wind generator on 70 foot gin pole tower. There are 8 each 4 x 10 and 6 each 4 x 8 flat plate collectors, along with 180 each evacuated tubes. All are roof mounted, at an angle, including temperature controlled awning and electrically operated shutters to cover collectors.
There are 4 each SW 4048 inverters, 6 each C-40 charge controller, and SunXtender back-up batteries, along with extensive metering for RECs and trouble-shooting. Most items are labeled with associated schematics and operating procedures adjacent.
Most equipment has been in operation for 10-14 years, although there have been repairs, replacements, and upgrades.
The tour will show all outside equipment and view one of the power rooms with inverters, meters, etc.
Although Dyer is normally comfortable, a light jacket will possibly be required, as there will be several hundreds of yards of walking between locations.
Notification if you intend to take the tour is required. Please e-mail at least a week in advance if you will attend the tour, so we will know to open the gate.
Our gate is ~ 1/4 mile south of the Post Office. Dyer contains an RV park, a convenience store with gas station, and a saloon that serves good food. That is also all that Dyer contains, the nearest motel is ~ 1.5 hours away.
We are ~ 3.5 hours from North Las Vegas or 4-4.5 hours from Reno/Carson City. One should call or e-mail to verify travel directions, since Google Maps and others are not accurate for our area.