Pro home backup kit: keep lights, fridge and Wi-Fi on for days
The Pro kit keeps the essentials of a home (lights, fridge, Wi-Fi and medical devices) running through a blackout of several days, recharging from the sun. Size it to your capacity needs and solar options.
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The checklist
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The core: runs the fridge, router and lights.
Gets a fridge through 72 hours.
Recharges the system on clear days.
To place panels in the sun.
From the station to the fridge.
Measure what each appliance really uses.
Internet when fibre and mobile are down.
Efficient light that saves battery.
Tips
- Measure your real loads with an energy meter before you buy.
- Store at 60–80% and top up every three months.
- For whole-home backup wired to your panel, use a certified electrician.
Questions people ask
How much battery do I need to run a fridge for 72 hours?
A typical fridge uses about 1 kWh per day, so roughly 3 kWh plus a margin, or less with solar recharging.
Can this connect to my home wiring?
Only through a proper transfer switch installed by a qualified electrician. Never back-feed a socket.