Furnace Battery Backup: Now Automated!

I've been running a battery backup system for my furnace for a while now, providing a crucial failsafe during power outages. However, there was one major flaw: it didn't automatically recharge itself after use. This meant manual intervention was always needed to ensure it was ready for the next outage. I’m excited to share the significant changes I’ve made to transform this system into a fully automated and self-sufficient power solution for my home. In this video, I'll walk you through the modifications that now allow my furnace battery backup to not only kick in during a power loss but also intelligently recharge itself when power is restored. I'll explain how I leveraged smart home technology to detect power outages, initiate the charging process, and even maintain the batteries with a weekly top-off. This setup ensures that my furnace is always prepared, providing peace of mind and continuous warmth. Affiliate Link Xantrex Inverter Charger 3000w - https://amzn.to/3GJHVlR Xantrex Inverter Charger 2000w - https://amzn.to/3EYYMj8 4AWG 18" Battery Cables - https://amzn.to/3i4R0vf 12v Breaker - https://amzn.to/3OFXHAg Drok Energy Meter - https://amzn.to/3V0Pl8y Hubitat Elevation C8 - https://amzn.to/3F2NnhU Hubitat C7 - https://amzn.to/3XJ7dXf Sengled Zigbee Smart Plug - https://amzn.to/3BWwxk4 As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to the Furnace Battery Backup 00:17 - The Problem: No Automatic Recharging 00:27 - Changes Made to the System 00:41 - Old Setup vs. New Setup 01:04 - Introducing Smart Plugs and Habitat 01:23 - Detecting Power Outages with Habitat 01:46 - The Automation Rule Explained 02:16 - Charger Logic and Wattage Monitoring 02:39 - Weekly Battery Maintenance Schedule 02:58 - Fully Automated and Future Updates