Last month I installed my solar panels on an adjustable mount so I could optimize the panel angle with relation to the Sun's angle. It's not Tracking, only manual seasonal adjustment.
http://www.fieldlines.com/story/2008/6/12/145252/532At the time I simply adjusted the angle to be best for that day. Now I have made up a chart for myself so I can properly adjust the panels for best seasonal output. I've decided to adjust the panels 4 times a year for best output. Using this chart as listed, the panels will not be more than 1 month from directly facing the Sun. I'll explain the four lines of text relating to each readjustment.
Move Date - This is the date that you would actually move the panel to it's new position
Duration - Length of time the panel will remain in this position
Set Date - The panel should be adjusted to directly face the Sun on this date
Season - The season of the year, needs to be reversed for the Southern Hemisphere
Solar Panel Angle Set Chart
Move Date - February 21
Duration - 2 Months
Set Date - March 21 or September 21
Season - Spring
Move Date - April 21
Duration - 4 Months
Set Dates - May 21 or July 21
Season - Summer
Move Date - August 21
Duration - 2 Months
Set Date - September 21 or March 21
Season - Fall
Move Date - October 21
Duration - 4 Months
Set Dates - November 21 or January 21
Season - Winter
Well , It's July 21st now, It's time to set the angle for the Summer Setting.
Hope I'm helping Somebody . . .
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