Not sure what PPM is, I used what we call tap water in the US. Thanks for watching.
@JohnSmith-pk5xg
Жыл бұрын
@@LandingZoneHome it’s parts per million (PPM) solids in tap water. It’s the hardness in tap water. There are water testing devices used to test water harness for drinking especially during water filter changes for reverse osmosis & whole house water conditioning or softner. Tap water with hardness (high PPM above 100) in it ruins Solar panels ( creates films ) decreases PV performance
@JackHunnicutt
Жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-pk5xg Haven't had the water tested so I don't know, sorry.
@danielmann5427
3 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter what time of day you clean them. Water 💧won't them no matter what time and heat there is. No soap and pure water is best.
@georgeskamagas185
Жыл бұрын
next time tell us and what diferent power prodact clean and not clean solar panels !!
@LandingZoneHome
Жыл бұрын
OK, thanks for watching.
@billdew5516
Жыл бұрын
where do i buy panels
@LandingZoneHome
Жыл бұрын
I used these Renogy panels. amzn.to/3qF08Lc
@cliffyburnett
4 жыл бұрын
Good advice. I cleaned my array about a month ago and got 20% increase in performance. Apr/ and most of May I never went above 4KW .... Went to 5KW on the first sunny day after cleaning them with water and soft brush. UK Based.... Worcester
@LandingZoneHome
4 жыл бұрын
Awsome! Thanks for watching.
@sophielau-lopez911
3 жыл бұрын
This is the first time I watch this video. Do I need to turn off the power first before I clean it? Thanks!
@SolarPanelCleaningFriends
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. We are a community of professional solar panel. A few tips to help. Never use regular water to clean modules. Be careful of the brush you use. Scratching the ARC can damage a panel.
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@kidoverseas432hz5
2 жыл бұрын
@@jellyfishi_ yes
@clearnewview
2 жыл бұрын
Did you think about the possible benefits of learning to clean solar panels from a professional solar panel cleaning service?
@LandingZoneHome
2 жыл бұрын
Never crossed my mind. I'm a DIY type of person but I'm sure under the right circumstances a professional cleaner could be beneficial. Thanks for watching.
@Greg08101995
4 жыл бұрын
This makes me want to ground mount my system when the time comes. Especially since I live in Buffalo and we get snow.
@LandingZoneHome
4 жыл бұрын
Ground mount does have some advantages if you have the space and can secure the panels from damage. Thanks for watching.
@OWK000
4 жыл бұрын
final rinse with distilled, maybe?
@LandingZoneHome
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, especially if you have hard water or high mineral content. Thank for watching.
@Red_Dead_Director
3 жыл бұрын
If you had a 2 mw solar farm to clean, and two water fed brushes, what would the water required look like? What would be the ideal GPM to be economical yet effective (maximum efficiency with low labor inputs)?
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I have no idea, thats a pretty technical and specific questions. Thanks for watching.
@altuber99_athlete
2 жыл бұрын
@@LandingZoneHome Yes, hehe. It sounds like homework, or spam, or something a bot would write.
@mcanally5940
Жыл бұрын
No,no,no, dish soap!!!😳 or tap water🙄
@LandingZoneHome
Жыл бұрын
Didn't seem to make a difference, but thanks for the comment.
@bimmers323ci
5 жыл бұрын
i see you are at it againg,,,,i just my panels on sunday morning when it was raining
@LandingZoneHome
5 жыл бұрын
Cleaning in the rain is a good idea :)
@maxgarcia7056
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Do you know if solar panels crack with thermal shock (cold water in hot temperatures) and if so what do you do to prevent that? Thanks
@LandingZoneHome
Жыл бұрын
Solar panels should handle anything Mother Nature throws at it except hail. With my experiences I wouldn't worry about cold rain on a hot panel. Thanks Max for you comment and hope you had a chance to Subscribe :)
@maxgarcia7056
Жыл бұрын
@@LandingZoneHome Thanks for your response, but I was getting at when you wash your solar panels is it safe to wash solar panels with cold water in hot weather or will it cause thermal shock? Some what like throwing hot water on a cold windshield where they immediately break or crack. Thank you again and forgive I’m just learning about washing Solar Panels
@JackHunnicutt
Жыл бұрын
@@maxgarcia7056 sorry I wasn't clear, yes you will be okay washing a hot panel. Years ago when I made this video I wasn't sure about that but I have learned that the panel will be fine and not be damaged.
@maxgarcia7056
Жыл бұрын
@@JackHunnicutt Thank you so very much. I’m learning all this myself and it’s all new to me. I wanna be safe than sorry
@kidoverseas432hz5
2 жыл бұрын
Don't use soap on solarpanels just water
@LandingZoneHome
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip.
@boykulot2487
3 жыл бұрын
got 26% production increase with this procedure. thanks for the tips
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@SolarPanelCleaningFriends
3 жыл бұрын
Roof safety is very important.
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Yes it is.
@fernandodabber1727
3 жыл бұрын
You need a new roof, it’s pretty bad
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
It's water tight and hold me :) Thanks for watching.
@raulrivera5009
Жыл бұрын
You don't need to use squeegee to remove the water from solar panels when you finish raising the panels.
@LandingZoneHome
Жыл бұрын
okay, thank you for watching.
@jaym.laliksr.876
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips for cleaning the solar panels. Thank you.
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
@mcmlxxx1980
3 жыл бұрын
Clean solar panels with soap leave a thin layer on the surface, that's why you felt the panel so soft. This layer of chemicals is gonna stuck the smuts much easier. The right way to clean a panel is with water or DI water.
@joeblow829
3 жыл бұрын
Ty
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@suntrade1420
3 жыл бұрын
Nice... You need to clean the PV panels regularly to avoid drop in power generation. Please have look @
@LandingZoneHome
3 жыл бұрын
Ok. Thanks
@suntrade1420
3 жыл бұрын
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@raven7068
4 жыл бұрын
I guess I'm going a bit Overkill, I clean my panels once every two weeks 😨
@LandingZoneHome
4 жыл бұрын
Just a little :) Thanks for watching.
@SolarPanelCleaningFriends
3 жыл бұрын
It’s a little bit too much. It is recommended that you clean your solar panels every six months with pure water, and with a soft abrasive water fed brush.
@mcmlxxx1980
3 жыл бұрын
@@SolarPanelCleaningFriends that's the right clean and fix the mess with the cables. Cables can't touch the roof.
@SolarPanelCleaningFriends
3 жыл бұрын
@TLC 100% you are correct. On every job we do a visual inspection and present that report to the customer.
@johnhenley8803
4 жыл бұрын
Where do you buy the brush . I am from The UK. ThANKS
@LandingZoneHome
4 жыл бұрын
This particular brush came from a RV store however, any soft bristle brush will work. Thanks for watching.
@cliffyburnett
4 жыл бұрын
Got my window cleaner to bring his eqpt. pole not long enough and he was a litle afraid of climbing the ladder so I climbed the ladder with his brush and he held the ladder. did one side of the roof on a cloudy colder day about 12 degrees. Used my water hose which just about reached the apex of my roof when I was up on the ladder then used his water supply distilled water at the end. There was load of yellow / green lichen or algae type stuff in my water butt when I finshed. It wasn't visible on the panels originally. I've had the panels about 20 months now. My surrounding neighbours roofs have lots og lichen/algae on them so would expect it to start building up on my roof / panels as well. a 20% improvement already. Will be doing the other panels on opposite side of house when the window cleaner bring his kit around again. I suggested he invest in a longer pole to reach the panels from the ground instead of using a ladder as much easier and safer all around. Definately do it on a colder cloudy day!
@zhendabrush2038
4 жыл бұрын
hi, this is Jeremy, we can manufacture this style brush, can you tell your email? I will send details to you
@AKADEMON100
4 жыл бұрын
@@zhendabrush2038 how much for a brush
@zhendabrush2038
4 жыл бұрын
@@AKADEMON100 3.6/5.4/7.2 meter pole, 30/60cm length brush head, which pole&brush will you choose?
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