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Yeti Pro 4000 Resets and Troubleshooting Tips
Reset 1 Power Cycling: Disconnect all input power sources including any Yeti Tanks. The Yeti will not fully power cycle if there are any input power sources. Ensure there are no inputs connected to the following ports: TAC CHARGE PORT HIGH VOLTAGE DC IN LOW VOLTAGE DC IN EXPANSION Press the main power switch (the button is…
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In need of immediate support?
Although this community is a great place to find answers to your questions, it is not a direct customer support source. The purpose of the community is to discuss ideas and identify issues with other Goal Zero users. The community is monitored but it will take longer to receive answers compared to contacting our Solution…
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GOAL ZERO COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
This community has been created so that you can share your experiences with Goal Zero Products, exchange ideas, converse and meet others who also use Goal Zero. Here are some guidelines: Keep your posts relevant to the category Please be respectful of others and don’t sweat the small stuff. Please do not post any personal…
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Sherpa 100PD Not Working?
My Sherpa 100PD (Gen 4), which I bought less than a month ago (30 January 2023) appears to be dead. Symptoms: display does not work While on charger, I can toggle the display button LED, but actual display remains blackwireless charger led does not come on when button pressed wireless charger does not work when not on…
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Brand new Yeti 1000X doesnt charge
Hi, I received my brand new Yeti 1000X today and I´m now trying to charge it for the first time. The included charger is connected, the blue lamp flashes constantly, but I don't see any progress with the battery symbol on the display - despite input of 118 watts and "7.8 hours to full". It still shows 0% even though I've…
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New LPF Products in 1000-2000 Watt Hour Range?
Will Goal Zero be coming out with a 1000-2000 watt hour LFP unit soon? Goal Zero currently does not list LFP units in the 1000-2000 watt hour range. I will be picking up a new LFP unit in the next few weeks before heading out van camping (Spring thru late Fall). I currently own a Goal Zero 1500X (and like it) but will be…
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Yeti 1000X stops charging
Yeti 1000X stops charging at 68%. Same result whit charger that was deliverd whit the unit and yeti x 600w charger. Reset (info / unit ) does not fix. Sugestions ? Se attached pictures of display. When it stops charging i is shifting rapidly between input 25/27 watt and zero (blinking).
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Sherpa 100 AC: solar charge and USB C
When pluggin in my Nomad 50 into my new Sherpa 100 AC (8mm plug) then the upper USB-C port turns blue and doesn't load - even if I switch it to «output». As soon as I un-plug the 8mm cable, the USB-C port charges again. Can I reset the ports or is this an error?
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How Should I compare/contrast the new Flex 100i and the Boulder 100i?
I want to install a solar panel on my Sprinter Van. I have a Yeti 1500X inside and the van is pre-wired to the roof for solar panels. I had planned to install a cross bar and mount a Boulder 100i but the new Flex might make my job easier. My concern is that, despite the specs looking the same, the flex may not be as…
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Lighthouse Core - can't turn it OFF...?
Woke up in middle of night & saw a bright light coming from kitchen... My LIGHTHOUSE CORE was ON & shinning Bright... I had not used it in well over 3 weeks... It had remained OFF since last use, and was sitting on my kitchen counter... What made it turn ON? (No one around to turn it ON) - It turned ON all by itself! I…
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Yeti 1000x with 2 expansion tanks
I ordered 20-Amp Charge Controller to attach to my solar to charge the expansion tanks. I assume that this is the correct setup? I can't find an 8mm to connect to the controller. Any ideas or am I trying to set something up incorrectly?
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Toxic Burning Smell Coming From my Yeti 3000X
Came home today and opened the garage where my Yeti 3000X is plugged in. There was a very strong toxic burning smell. The smell was emanating from the Yeti. I unplugged the Yeti, opened my garage doors and turned a fan on to help disperse the odor. Unfortunately, the smell seeped into my house and hopefully didn’t…
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Yeti 1500X oriented 90 degrees?
For accessibility in a unique context, can the Yeti 1500X be safely used and stored in a vented cabinet (also with an alternator connection in use) oriented on it’s back with the display and outlets facing up, on some non-slip woodworking bench pucks for ventilation?
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3000x from alternator
Have the VIK in my 16 Sprinter with smart alternator. Just replaced VIK as old one was would not charge yeti. New one worked great for two days and now one flashing red light (old one had no lights at all). Connections are all good. Confirmed power from cable into VIK. All is well with solar and when plugged in. It is in…
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Yeti 1500x To Power Cargo Trailer / Toy Hauler Conversion
I have a cargo trailer that I am converting into a toy hauler and am thinking of going with the Yeti 1500x (for now and may upgrade to the PRO 4000 later) as the power solution as it is seemingly more versatile than separate batteries/inverter/etc as I can pull the until and use as home backup generator. My questions: How…
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Can you hook up two remote displays?
Wondering if you can daisy chain two of the remote displays? So I can have one in my camper, and one in the cab of my truck? Seeing as there are two RJ45 ports on the display, I thought this might be the intention for those.
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What's the best setting for the AC Charge Input Limit (Low input limit setting)?
If I need to use my portable gas generator to recharge the Yeti PRO 4000, should I manually set the charge limit to something below 1800W? Is it better to switch it to a High Input limit? Thx.
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Is it possible to charge a Yeti 3000 from a bike generator (an alternator powered by a bike)?
OK, first off, I COMPLETELY understand that charging a Yeti power station from a bike will take FOREVER and that it's really inefficient and all of that. This is not about the speed and efficiency of charging my power station. This is about motivating me to ride the bike trainer more. If I knew that the energy that I was…
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How does the Yeti Pro 4000 support 240v and solar input?
I have seen a few mentions of 240v support for the new Yeti Pro 4000 via the Haven chaining option? I need a 240v solution for a water pump, so is there detail somewhere on exactly how to set this up? I have more Yetis than I can even count, but I am very interested in the Yeti Pro home backup solution now if it can…
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Charging Sherpa 100AC with Boulder 100
Is it okay to charge the Sherpa 100AC with the Boulder 100 Panels?
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Yeti 300/500/700 technical questions before buy
After one month on market there are no reviews/tests from the new Yeti somewhere in the web (except Amazon, but it's influencer rigmarole 🙄). Before I buy (if available in the EU) there are some technical questions. Minimal wattage to start solar charging? (very imported) Efficiency of AC? Efficiency of 12 volt and USB?…
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Yeti Pro 4000: Warnings
Warning messages are notifications that thresholds are being approached, user action may be required to prevent protections from occurring. Warnings are posted on the LCD screen similarly to alerts. Warning messages will remain on the LCD screen until the user acknowledges the warning with a short press on the…
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Yeti Pro 4000: Alerts
Alerts ALERT messages are notifications that are posted on the LCD when major events like protections or limiting occur. The alert message will remain on the LCD screen until the user acknowledges the alert with a short press on the SETTINGS/INFO button. Alerts will remain in the message menu until the condition that…
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Bought Yeti Goal Zero 1500x.
After installing app on my iPhone and connected to battery, the 12V button is red. How to fix this?
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How to Wire a Cargo Trailer Conversion to Integrate with Yeti 1500x/PRO 4000
I have a cargo trailer that I am converting into a toy hauler and am thinking of going with the Yeti 1500x (for now and may upgrade to the PRO 4000 later) as the power solution as it is seemingly more versatile than separate batteries/inverter/etc as I can pull the until and use as home backup generator. My questions: How…
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Sherpa life span ? is slow charging a signal of death of the Sherpa ?
I have a Sherpa 100 PD I purchased in March 2021, and it recently seemed unable to charge a Samsung smart phone, took a looooong time. The Sherpa ws about 70% charged, was plugged into the smartphone and was barely delivering any power. The message on the phone says: "Slow charging. Make sure the charger is supported and…
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Yeti 700 - 84% bug?
Hello, so I've had my Yeti for about a week now. I love it. I wanted to extend the battery life overall so I activated the battery saver mode where it charges up to 85% max. So each time I plug it in to charge, it will charge all the way to 85% but if I leave it plugged in to the wall, it eventually discharges to 84%. Is…
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Power up your guitar pedals!
Anyone else using a Yeti power station to power music gear?! Currently have my pedal board hooked up to my 500x. My Orange also works perfectly off the 500x, but I have that plugged into AC power from my home in this photo. Taking the set up to the mountains soon. Post your music set up if you have one!
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Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Lithium
For a year I have had issues charging my Yeti 1000, but beacuae I didn’t use it that much I didn’t really look into it. Now it’s at 0% and won’t charge at all when connected to 110V outlet. I tried charging it with my Boulder 100 panel today, but even though it was a sunny day, the blue light at the port being on, it…
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What adaptor is needed to connect 500X to Renogy solar?
I have just received a Yeti 500x Portable power station. I also have a Renogy 100W 12V foldable solar panel suitcase, with built in 20A charge controller. We use this for our RV Trailer with an adaptor to fit the standard plugin, but I see the 500x has a barrel type plugin. Can anyone tell me what connector adaptor I need…
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Using non-rechargeable batteries in Guide 10 Plus
Hello, If my goal is only to charge a device via the USB port on the Guide 10 Plus can I use regular/non-rechargeable AAs/AAAs? Thanks you, Christian
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Using a 3000X to power a Class C
Hi There. New owner of a Yeti 3000X. I am trying to use it to power our Class C motorhome (2023 Forest River Forester 3011DS) while we boondock. I plug the RV AC cord into the Yeti 100 outlet (using a 30A to 15A plug dongle) and make sure that the inverter is on. However the power control panel in the RV says “no service”.…
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240V system in the making?
Any plans by the GZ team to offer a beefy, 240V-capable system? I'm interested in powering a 5hp (~3.7kw) electric sawmill off grid. It runs at 230V, ~20A rated, with a Locked Rotor Amperage (starting current) of ~125 amps. Thanks! -Kilt P.s Example from a competitor's site, plus my wish list bulleted below: Make it GZ…