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When should I contact the installer about a solar production problem?
Answer
Contact the installer promptly for a persistent or substantial unexplained shortfall, a system-offline condition, repeated fault alerts, visible damage, burning smells, exposed wiring, water intrusion, or a safety concern. For a small shortfall during unusual weather, gather more comparable data first while monitoring the system.
Key points
- Escalate immediately when there is smoke, burning, arcing, exposed conductors, water near electrical equipment, or other danger; keep clear and use emergency procedures where appropriate.
- Contact the installer when production is zero or materially below expectations after confirming the monitoring date and system status.
- Provide screenshots, fault codes, dates, meter readings, weather information, and the expected-production reference.
- Use the warranty or service process rather than modifying equipment yourself.
What it depends on
- Severity and duration of the shortfall
- Nature of alerts or visible damage
- Monitoring and meter reliability
- Warranty, service commitments, and installer availability
Risks and trade-offs
- Waiting can increase lost production or allow a fault to worsen.
- Calling for every minor weather-related variation can incur unnecessary service costs if not covered.
- Unsafe equipment should not be inspected or repaired by the homeowner.
Information you may need
- Monitoring alerts and production history
- Expected output for the affected period
- Photos taken from a safe location
- Warranty and installer service terms
Your next step
What to do next
Record the issue and contact the installer through the documented service channel when the system is offline, the issue is persistent, or any safety warning exists.
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