Is my Inverter dead?

Rheumatoid

Just noticed my panels aren't generating anything.

I had panels fitted 7 years ago with a Solis 3.6kw single phase Inverter.

The Inverter power light is on but the operation light is flashing and the display just keeps saying 'initialising' whilst the inverter clunks intermittently. Is it dead?

I think it is under warranty and will check tomorrow but if it isn't and I have to foot the bill, are there better options to replace it with?

Thanks

Magnitio

Rheumatoid said:

Just noticed my panels aren't generating anything.

I had panels fitted 7 years ago with a Solis 3.6kw single phase Inverter.

The Inverter power light is on but the operation light is flashing and the display just keeps saying 'initialising' whilst the inverter clunks intermittently. Is it dead?

I think it is under warranty and will check tomorrow but if it isn't and I have to foot the bill, are there better options to replace it with?

Thanks

It does appear to be a common issue. You might find this video of interest:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVik4wQmdjs

If you aren't happy undertaking an investigation and fix, it would definitely be cheaper and more environmentally friendly to get someone to do it for you than buying a new inverter.

Rheumatoid

Interesting, thanks. Way beyond my capabilities and not sure I will find anyone who can be bothered to do it instead of just switching the inverter out but will bear it in mind.