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My Yeti is not responding or is exhibiting odd behavior. What should I do?
Try resetting the unit by holding the “Units” and “Info” button for 3 seconds to reset your Yeti. Check your Yeti to see if the issue is resolved after the reset.
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Help! I forgot my Goal Zero Yeti’s password.
It’s okay. It happens. To reset the Yeti’s password, you will have to perform a reset on the entire unit, meaning you’ll have to reconnect to it with your device, and reconnect it to the WiFi network. Press and hold the UNIT and INFO buttons for five seconds.
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Do I have to change the password on my Goal Zero Yeti App account?
It is completely up to you. If you do, we recommend writing it down in a safe place!
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What happens during a Goal Zero Yeti Firmware update?
Once a firmware update has been initiated in the Yeti App, the Yeti’s WiFi icon will begin flashing quickly on the screen and you’ll notice a beeping; this can go on for three to five minutes. When the Yeti screen goes blank, do not press buttons. Once the firmware update has completed, the Yeti will go back to its…
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Should I ever turn my Goal Zero Yeti’s WiFi off?
Yes. Although the WiFi only pulls a small amount of power (about 84mA), it can slowly drain the Yeti’s battery if left on and searching for a device it recognizes. For example, if you’re headed out camping without access to the internet and no one is bringing a hotspot, we recommend turning the Yeti’s WiFi off. Just press…
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I can’t find the WiFi button on the Goal Zero Yeti, help!
It’s okay, it happens. Open up the lid of the Yeti, you’ll see two inputs and, in between them, two buttons. One button has three green lines above it, the other a green circle around it. The button with three green lines above it is the WiFi button, the other is for resetting the Yeti (see the Yeti’s User Manual for more…
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I want to connect to multiple Goal Zero Yetis, how can I tell them apart?
First, we recommend connecting to a Yeti one at a time. This way, only one Yeti signal will be identified so you’re not confused and mixing them up. Second, once you have each individual Yeti connected to your device, you can rename Yetis within the App. However, changing a name will only be visible on your device.
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Can I connect to the Internet and surf the web using my Goal Zero Yeti?
Unfortunately not! The Yeti 1500X and 3000X don’t act as WiFi routers or WiFi hotspots. For the technophiles, the Yeti’s are WiFi clients, meaning they can detect the signal, connect to it, and maintain the connection – they are not access points or broadcasters.
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I just came back from camping without WiFi access; will my Goal Zero Yeti reconnect automatically?
No, but you can easily reconnect! Just press and hold the Yeti’s WiFi button for one or two seconds and the Yeti will reconnect. You’ll notice the WiFi icon on the screen becomes solid.
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Can any size Yeti back up my home?
Unfortunately not, for the best user experience we recommend the Yeti 3000X Power station although the Yeti Power Stations 1000 and greater can support home backup.
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How many circuits in my house can the Home Integration Kit power?
The Home Integration Kit can provide backup power to up to 4 essential circuits in your home. Choose to power your most popular room for gathering in an emergency, your kitchen, garage, or any other line in your home.
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Is my Yeti locked into my house once I install the Home Integration Kit for backup power?
No! That’s one of the great benefits of this versatile setup. The Yeti can not only hookup to your home for backup power, but it can also be easily removed for portable usage for your RV, boat, utility vehicle, backyard, etc.
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How do I backup my home with Goal Zero?
You can backup up to 4 essential circuits in your home by having the Yeti Home Integration Kit installed by a certified electrician with a Yeti 1000 Power station or larger. By the flick of a switch you can keep your key circuits powered through power outages. You can increase your battery storage for a longer backup…
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What is the difference between Modified-sine wave inverter and Pure-sine wave inverter?
Modified-sign wave inverters are the most common inverters on the market. They work great with small electronic equipment, usually anything that includes an AC power cable with the box, like what your laptop comes with. Pure-sign wave inverter produces an output that is exactly the same as supplied by an AC wall plug in…
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How durable are Goal Zero products?
Our equipment is tested in some of the harshest environments possible, from Everest base camp to remote villages in the Congo. We’re confident that if it works out there, it’ll work whenever, wherever you need it. That said, we recommend checking the details of each product for durability ratings. For example, the Venture…
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