Solar Window 2 Quiz

The geographic latitude in Chicago is ....

• 50 degrees

• 35 degrees

• 38 degrees

• 41 degrees

With a Solar Pathfinder, readings are best taken at solar noon on a very bright, sunny day. Overcast days should be avoided.

• True

• False

The PV Watts Calculator can assess just about every parameter about the solar resource and energy production on a site, but does not account for...

• Azimuth Angle

• System size

• Tilt angle

• Obstructions that can cause shade

Which of the following statements are true regarding the Solar Pathfinder?

(Choose all that apply.)

• Sun path charts for the correct latitude must be used.

• The base should be leveled before taking a final reading.

• Software updates should be checked and installed regularly.

• Batteries should be checked every six months.

Shade on one PV module, when connected in series with other modules, can bring down production on the entire string....

• True

• False

Tracking arrays can increase energy production, but also introduce moving parts and maintenance issues.

• True

• False

What is the ideal tilt angle during the spring and fall equinoxes?

• Your latitude

• Your latitude minus 15 degrees

• Your latitude plus 15 degrees

• Your latitude minus your magnetic declination

How many 300-watt PV modules are on the roof of a home if the total system size is 3.6kW?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 12

Which of the following BOS components are required for a utility-interactive PV system?

• Inverter

• Batteries

• Charge Controller

• Service Panel

The ideal open solar window for maximum PV production is:

• 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

• 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

• 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

• 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.