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Check L-N-PE

Check L-N-PE — L and N swapped or PE not connected

SMA · Sunny Boy Inverters

What does Check L-N-PE mean?

This message indicates that the Live (L) and Neutral (N) wires on the AC connection are incorrectly swapped, or the Protective Earth (PE) connection is missing. This is a critical safety and operational fault.

Common Causes

  • L and N swapped on the AC connection.
  • PE (Protective Earth) not connected.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Immediately stop using the inverter and do not attempt to reset it yourself.

  2. 2

    Contact your installer to inspect and correct the AC connection wiring.

  3. 3

    Ensure the PE connection is properly established for safety reasons.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: SMA Sunny Boy Inverters
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