unclebros: I bought 1.5kva inverter with 2 deepcycle batteries (each 200V) I have used the batteries for like 18months now. Now when power goes, I just have power for like 2hours before the inverter alarm start beeping. Does that mean i need to get another set of batteries? if yes, what model can you suggest. I need the one that can work for like 2years

Basically you should ask for guaranty on your batteries, as for me i got minimum 1year guaranty on my batteries from my inverter supplier and am still using them going to 3 years now.

Mbeki: A neighbour's inverter caught fire and nearly burnt down the whole building saved for fire service department, what could be the cause, in a new building we're constructing, we are considering building an inverter house outside and connecting to the main house with an underground cable, just in case of fire, what's your take?

inverter catching fire has to do with many factors:type of cable used,the electrical wiring system of the house,class of inverter installation,what kind of inverter used and installation accessories. Among other factor that a proper electrical audit will point-out.

I saw this inverter and it's batteries at a friend's place over the weekend,I was impressed with it's performance. Especially all the load on it and the backup time too.Am thinking seriously about it,the offer is good for a one year full guarantee for the installation.