How-To Articles

Powering Your Pāpākainga with Off-Grid Solar

"GridFree offers off-grid solar solutions tailored to the unique needs of pāpākainga, enabling whānau to embrace renewable energy, manage costs, and reduce their environmental footprint."

Effects of Shadow on Solar Panels

Occasionally customers will call us wondering why they can’t seem to fully charge their batteries despite having plenty of sunshine - more often than not, there’s a shadow being cast...

How to configure the Growatt WIFI-F monitoring device on your phone

Step by step guide to configuring your Growatt WIFI-F module.

GridFree Kit Installation Instructions 2022 + 2023

You can download a copy of the instructions for your kit on this page - they include the instructions for installing the panels as well as the wiring diagrams. If...

How to Set Up the Growatt ARK Battery Hub

Need to set up your Growatt ARK battery hub? This episode of Billy's Workshop takes you through the whole process step-by-step for a hassle-free install.

How to assemble Solar (PV/MC4) connections

Configuring your Growatt 5kW ES Hybrid Inverter for Generator Input

How to change Manual and Auto Start Generator settings on your Growatt 5kW ES Hybrid Inverter

Cable Connections

There are a few different connectors between different components in our kits, so here a couple tips and tricks to make sure everything is done correctly.

Tilting your panels to maximise solar energy absorption

We have had a few questions from customers about how best to tilt their solar panels to optimise their solar energy collection, so we've put together a simple diagram and...

How to Position Your Solar Panels

The positioning of your off-grid solar system is important, as it determines the amount of solar energy you can harvest. Understanding the basics of solar geometry will help you increase...

VIDEO: How to Install Off-Grid Solar on your Caravan/Motorhome

In this video, Ethan will take you through the process of installing a complete off-grid solar power system on your caravan, motorhome, or campervan. Using the RV mount kit, this...

VIDEO: How to Install Off-Grid Solar on your Cabin/Bach

In this video, Ethan will take you step-by-step through the process of installing an off-grid solar power system on your Cabin, Bach, or other stationary dwelling. With full instructions for every...

DIY Solar Power Safety Tips

Installing your own Photovoltaic Power system is not that difficult, and with a few simple precautions you can make it even easier. Working with any kind of electricity carries with...