Caravan Solar Panel Faults

If you now disconnect the panel from the controller and then reconnect it might reset the error.

Caravan solar panel faults.

My roof mounted solar panel system normally shows around 13. If you feel there is something wrong with your solar panel system perhaps the batteries are going flat too quickly or you are not getting the usual readings from your charge controller display this guide will help. I was told to cover my solar with a sheet if the battery was removed as the controller goes into error. This is a very convenient way to transport and use solar panels but it doesn t help them to face directly into the sun at all times.

As the pv modules are connected in series one failing pv module will shut down the entire system. We are occasionally asked about troubleshooting solar panel systems on motorhomes caravans and boats of all kinds. Happy new year all. If you disconnect a battery without disconnecting the solar input first the regulator may think a fault has occured.

It s also possible that one solar panel in your pv array failed. 5v at the caravan volt meter although the controller supplied with the kit is supposed to be protected for all sorts of stuff i thought it might be prudent to fit a fuse between the panel and controller mainly for a.