Solar Repairs And Maintenance
How To Keep Your PV Solar System In Peak Condition
Due to rigorous solar codes and standards, today’s solar panels are designed to withstand some heavy duty wear and tear, being exposed to the elements 24/7 means they most definitely need to be. Although the photovoltaic cells that make up a solar panel are very fragile, the tempered glass that covers them is designed to withstand extreme weather conditions such as high winds and hail.
Most solar panels come with a 25 year performance warranty as a minimum, but they will degrade a little each year during this period. Keeping your solar panels clean and free from debris is a great way of ensuring they will always be working to capacity, generating maximum amounts of power.
See Solar Panel Cleaning for more information.
The most complex part of your solar system is the inverter. If anything is going to go wrong with your solar system it’s most likely going to be with this major component. So how do you avoid this? Easy. Only choose the very best. Have you ever heard of the phrase “you get what you pay for?” Of course you have! Solar is one of those products. If you skim on your inverter you will pay for it later. Scheduling a regular maintenance check is also a good way to catch a problem early on and implement preventative measures.
What Is Included In A Solar System Service?
We recommend regular maintenance checks that should be carried out every 1-2 years but there are some conditions that may require additional scheduling depending on the environment the system is situated in. Below is a list of checks that should be considered on a regular basis.
– PV ARRAY – Perform visual check of overall PV system. Remove any debris built up near and under solar panel arrays and inverter location. Recommended checks should be done quarterly.
– POTENTIAL SHADING ISSUES – Check trees and shading and prune or remove as required. Recommended checks should be done quarterly.
– JUNCTION BOXES – Check PV module junction boxes, tightness of connections, integrity of lid seals, integrity of cable glands and clamping devices. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
– INSTALLATION WIRING – Check all electrical connections for any signs of damage and water ingress. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
– ELECTRICAL VOLTAGES AND CURRENTS – Measure and record open circuit voltage and short circuit currents. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
– PROTECTIVE DEVICES – Check and verify suitable operation of all DC and AC circuit breakers and residual current devices along with all solar array isolators. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
– MOUNTING SYSTEM – Check and verify the integrity of the entire solar array mounting structure. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
– OTHER – Check all labelling of system is correct, clear and intact and rectify as required. Recommended checks to be done annually by qualified professional.
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Solar Breakdowns And Repairs
Sydney Air & Solar is your one-stop solution for all your solar energy system issues. We specialise in inspecting, diagnosing, and fixing faulty solar systems and batteries.
A malfunctioning or underperforming inverter, microinverter or solar battery can drastically reduce your system’s energy efficiency. Our experts can diagnose and fix any inverter and battery issues, so that you can get the best return on your solar investment.
Outdated technology could also be pulling your efficiency down and end up costing you more in the long run. We can help you upgrade to the latest solar technologies for enhanced performance.
Contact Sydney Air & Solar today for a quick consultation or to schedule a repair, we’re here to help you get the most from the sunshine.