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How to take care of your solar inverter

How to take care of your solar inverter ?

Solar Inverters are the brain of the solar system, A solar inverter converts the variable direct current (DC) output of a photovoltaic (PV) solar panel into alternating 240V current (AC). This AC electricity then can be fed into your home to operate your appliances. It is one of the most important elements of the solar electric power system and thus, requires to be properly taken care of to avoid being damaged prematurely, causing damage to the appliances that use them, not performing at all or performing with reduced efficiency.

A well-maintained inverter should have the same performance level even after months of using it. To enjoy a long service life from your inverter, the following practices are key

- Adequate ventilation:

Inverters consist of complex electronic circuitry and battery that heat up when in operation. Therefore, it is necessary to install the inverter in a properly ventilated area away from obstructions.

- Keep the inverter away from Kids:

The inverter has to be installed at a place where it remains away from the reach of children and elder people.

- Always observe the indicators and display:

Inverters have indicators and displays that give information on the state of the inverter or batteries. It is necessary that you are able to read, interpret and inform our engineers and technicians of any error messages, beep sounds, alarms and other displays for proper attention.

- Cable Inspection:

Finally, you must also take care of the cable connecting the inverter to the battery, and further to the fuses and meter box. If any of the cable is found damaged, you must get it replaced in time to avoid any issues.

- Online Monitoring:

Most inverter can be monitored online now a days through wifi, it is important that you connect your inverter to wifi and monitor online as many inverters manufacturers releases a new firmware updates on a regular basis and many retailers like us can monitor your solar system remotely for you.

What solar inverters Look Like ?

Inverters are generally located in garages or next to your meter box, please see below images to understand what they look like.
Fronius Inverter Photo
Fronius Inverter Photo

What are the most popular & reliable inverter brands ?

There are many different inverter brand in the world, we have chosen below brands based on many different factors like size of the company, Inverter failing rate, Presence in Australia.
  • Fronius
  • Sungrow
  • SMA
  • Solar Edge
  • ABB / Fimer
  • Growatt
  • Enphase – Micro Inverter
  • Goodwe
  • Huawei
  • Solis

If you need any assistance in regards to your solar system we have a team of experts ready to chat to you - 1300 36 44 49

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