AFCI tripped (5 arcs) — Inverter feed-in permanently interrupted

What does AFCI tripped (5 arcs) mean?

The Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) has detected 5 electrical arcs within a 24-hour period. For safety, the inverter has permanently stopped feeding power into the grid.

• Electrical arcs occurring in the PV modules or the module wiring of connected strings.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Have qualified persons immediately and thoroughly investigate the PV electric circuit to localize and rectify the errors.

2. 2

   Carry out a manual restart of the inverter (refer to page 115 in your manual for instructions).

3. 3

   If the issue persists after rectifying the fault and restarting, contact a qualified installer or service.