Does this have to remain inside while charging, or can it be kept outside and charged? Also, what are the gross dimensions?
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The solar panels can stay outside. The generator needs to stay dry, inside. They sell an extension cable for the panels to the generator that makes that possible. The generator measures 16"L x 15" H x 13" W. Each Boulder 30 solar panel measures about 18" x 20" x 2" Thick. Hope this helps.
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The generator dimensions are 15inches tall, 16 inches wide and 11 inches deep. The attached handle will stick up about 4 feet but it can be removed. I am not sure about the charging outside. I am in an apartment building on the 11th floor but do keep mine out on the patio on trickle charge. It sits in a well protected corner of the patio. It is quite heavy, so you have to be in shape to pick it up and carry it. The attached handle and wheels do make it much easer to move around like a heavy item on a hand truck.
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The Yeti is very heavy and I would recommend that you have it as close to the place you want to use it as possible. Even with the cart it is not an easy move.It is suppose to be kept plugged in at all times as well. I do not know if it "has" to be kept inside, but exposure to the elements would certainly lower its lifespan. The Yeti measures approximately 16x12x12 inches.
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Hi, Sandbagger, the charger/inverter is 15" high, 13" deep, and 16" wide. I keep mine indoors and since it is on wheels it moves well. It is VERY heavy, so you can't pick it up by yourself, even with the handles. Definitely set up the "dolly" to pull it around. When the 4 solar panels are connected (and you SHOULD connect them for max results) everything works as expected. I have not yet used it in an emergency, but play with it by plugging in my Electrolux vacuum, then trying my full size refrig, then other small appliances. The line between the panels and the inverter is about 6 feet long, so the inverter is inside my back door and the panels are just outside. Actually, on sunny days I sometimes prop my panels up inside the sunny doorway! I don't know if you can get a longer lead between panels and inverter, haven't looked into that yet. I feel that the value is there for emergencies, and especially if you get/buy the lights. A very good buy.
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I would NOT leave this on a charger. I believe that battery is meant to be run, up and down to maintain it's ability to accept a charge. Leaving it plugged in is not what it is meant to do.
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I keep it on my desk in front of a window and the photoelectric panel keeps it fully charged. I have not run it to complete dischsrge so I can not comment on the discharge cycle when turned on continuously.
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the unit is 9x9x2 inches. However, for units with varying charging points, i found that the charging wires are too short.
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Leaving the charger plugged into the wall is fine so long as the connector end is kept safe from water, pinching etc. You should not leave the device plugged in all the time as this is not so good for the battery. If you never plan to run the device on the battery, you are probably safe leaving it charge all the time.
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It will be full but when you initially charge it it needs to for the full time as instructed with the battery. Charge will last pretty much all day depending on usage
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You will find a small hole on the side. I do not keep it plugged in all the time and it has been working great for a year now. I only charge it up when it appears to lose power. Good product !
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Sorry we haven't used it enough to know. We got it for outside use and the weather has been bad since we got it. However, it has been sitting in a cold garage for several weeks and I went to charge it up and the charge was almost full even though it has been sitting in a very cold garage. Hope someone else can give you a better answer.
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It's 2 3/4" deep, 4 1/2" long and 2 3/4" wide. While it may fit into a shirt pocket, I think it is a bit too heavy for carrying around in a shirt pocket and don't forget that you also need to carry a charging cable. I think a better option is sometime of case that attaches to your belt which is what I do.
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Hi, my unit came with a cord that was about 24" long. As far as keeping it outside, I would say that if it is under a covered area and not getting wet from the elements it would be okay because it is electrical. I know someone who had the battery type and it was a waste of time and money. Maybe she got a bad one but I am quite happy with this unit. Hope this helps.
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Leaving the unit on stand-by in the sun will charge it nicely. The charge will last for a good amount of time as long as the unit has an open view to the sky and sun.
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It is very small and sits on it to charge. It can not be mounted to the wall. Hope this helps...
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It has a hanger on the back. Fold it out and hang it. I would look at it and let you know further, but this charger failed on me after about 3 weeks. I have sent it in for warranty. I have the model below this one and have had no issue with it.
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Hi Eric, I keep this charged and stored in my computer case. The longest I've had it charged without using it was three weeks. It seemed to have kept a full charge during that time. I hope this helps.
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4 1/4 x 3 1/4 x 1 and it charges great although it does take 13 hours to charge using the 1 amp phone charger I have. Not a big deal as I charge it over night and that is from dead to full - thus less time if not completely dead.
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I leave mine plug in all the time. It only charges when their is sufficient light. It also works under some lights at night.
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I wouldnt leave it charged all the time. Could effect the life of the rechargeable battery.