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That sound like an ex-girlfriend of mine, many years ago As an aside, be careful your inverter doesn't overheat. Ok, that sounds like me, quite recently

Got that covered too, the cupboard it resides in is large and ventilated outward (which also acts as an exhaust by directing any fan humming "noise" into the garden).

Modifying the casing will invalidate the manufacturer's warranty. My inverter system is parked a dark cupboard. The closed doors, coupled with the volume of the TV and surround sound system comfortably obliterates the fan humming.

It's a new sound, hence you're aware of it. Rather that than Eskom's loadshedding BS . I'm sure the ambient noise of general household activity will disguise the fan's hum in a few days. Congrats on your purchase. Mine now lives in a cupboard, I don't hear a thing.

You can run a few low power LED lamps, not your home lights. Remember, this is a mains failure system, not a permanent power system. The items powered by the inverter will NEVER go off, despite Eksdom's best efforts.

I'll post a few pics tomorrow. It's easy peasy. Unplug, plug in, switch on and forget about it. Even your wife could do it.

It's unnecessary to wire it into the mains. It's costly to do that, and if you sell your home, it's fixture. This is a portable plug and play energy system.

No generator required. It's plug and play. The deep cell battery (industrial battery) is wired to the inverter. Unplug your entertainment system from the mains, and plug it directly into the inverter with a multiplug. The inverter is the only device plugged into the mains. When the mains fails, the inverter automatically powers your equipment through the fully charged battery or batteries. You won't even notice you're being loadshedded, not even a flicker. Yes. I have two batteries on a 1440w inverter, which can run more equipment for longer. I suspect the normal 2.5hr loadshedding shifts will become longer in time.

I don't sell'em, found mine here: http://www.gumtree.co.za/a-home-garden-home-appliances-other-home-appliances/western-cape-northern-suburbs-edgemead/720w-inverter-a-solution-to-keep-you-out-the-dark-includes-battery-charger-cables-and-case/1001283716420910004064809?activateStatus=adActivateSuccess They literally deliver, plug in and leave. No more missed rugby games for you, and the missus can easily keep up with the Kardashian clan . Bear in mind it's only 700W, so don't overload it. Less is more, to keep it optimal and recharge time to a minimum.

A generator is a nice to have, not a have to have. Lots of pitfalls when going that route. Installation needs to be certified, it's expensive, it's noisy unless you're going top dollar. The average home doesn't need much to become Eskom proof. A gas heater = 500 Schmucks A 9kg gas bottle and 2 plate gas stove = 500 Schmucks A 720W inverter & deep cycle battery, enclosed in case to hide the cables = 4000 Schmucks The inverter system will easily power a large LCD television(not plasma), DStv Explora, surround sound, 2 laptops and a few LED lamps for 3-4hrs. It also protects your sensitive electronic equipment from spontaneously combusting due to power spikes. No installation either, just plug 'n play. Pure bliss. Just make damned sure the inverter and battery is either SABS or CE certified. A good inverter has a built in voltage regulator, surge protector and circuit breaker to protect the equipment you're powering. Food, lighting, heating, entertainment sorted. Kids content and adults happy. Easy as that. No mess, no fuss, no noise, all for just for about R5000, What Loadshedding? Best 5k you'll ever spend. Best of all it's future-proof, if you want to add solar power and/or a generator later. Lot's of choice and chancers out there though, so do your homework before parting with your hard earned greenbacks.

Very useful, but at 2125 Randelas it won't fit comfortably into everybody's wallet.

Three Hub essentials: - BRANDY* (helps for the embarrassment, and aids courage) - Thick skin (helps for the emotion) - Fire suit (helps for the dof questions) * Could be substituted with any hard liquor * Not recommended whilst riding your fiets

I just checked out their online store, within a minute of browsing I had a popup dialogue from an store agent asking whether he could be of assistance. Pretty sharp.

Reminds me of another radio ad. Kid (shouting from another room) - Dad, what's the WIFI password Dad (shouting back, coz he's on the Hub) - It's D.....O Kid (expectantly) - yes???? Dad (checking out the chirps and chicks on the Friday thread) - YOUR CHORES! Haha, classic. Chores are quality time too, teaches them about responsibility

Now he's just another doper who "doesn't know how a foreign substance entered his bloodstream". We know the routine. Deny deny deny. Then appear on Oprah, write a book and syndicate it to hundreds of media houses to make a fortune.