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Frequently Asked Questions
How Does the Soft-StartPower optimizer Unit Work?
The Soft-Start Power Optimizer reduces the amount of power drawn from the utility company by storing (in capacitors) otherwise lost electricity (watts) caused by the inductive motors
in your home. (Some examples of inductive motors are Air
Conditioning units, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers
dishwashers, pool pumps, vacuum cleaners, furnace blower
motors, fans, etc.) The technology applied by the Soft-Start Power Optimizer supplies that stored electricity back to
your inductive loads, thus causing you to decrease your
demand from the utility company. If you decrease your
demand from the utility, your meter slows down and you
use less electricity. The idea is that you've already
paid for that electricity - why pay for it and waste it
when you can pay for it, store it, and reuse it again?
This whole process is called power-factor optimization.
Most homes in America today have a power factor of .77.
The Soft-Start Power Optimizer increases your power factor in most cases to .97 or .98!
Does the Soft-Start Power Optimizer work in any home?
Yes, it does! As long as you have a circuit breaker
panel with breaker switches and not the old screw-type
fuses, the unit will work on any single-phase
electric application for homes.
Will the Soft-Start Power Optimizer adversely affect any of my appliances and their normal use?
No! Actually, your motors will soft-start, and run
about 10% cooler, which is beneficial for any motor.
The initial over-surge of electricity changes to heat,
decreasing it's life by up to 60%.
Is the Soft-Start Power Optimizer tested and approved by independent labs?
Yes, the Soft-Start Power Optimizer is UL listed and tested, and
has also been tested by the University of Santa Clara
California's Electrical Engineering department, and
the results of that test are also available on our
website. Also, the technology is recognized by the US
Department of Energy.
How long will it take for the Soft-Start Power Optimizer to pay for itself?
Generally about 6-12 months, but again, the same factors
above apply. Some will see sooner (6 mos.) and some
will see later (12 mos.)
How Long will the Soft-Start Power Optimizer last?
It has a predicted life span of up to 20 years.
Are the Soft-Start Power Optimizer units guaranteed?
Yes, 5 year Manufacturers Warranty for full replacement |
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