Winter Troubleshooting: Snow Coverage, Reduced Output, and Cold Weather Issues
Diagnose and resolve winter-specific solar issues in Canada. Snow coverage problems, reduced daylight hours, cold temperature effects, and when low output is normal vs. problematic.
Inverter Fault Codes: Interpreting Error Messages and Diagnostic Steps
Decode common inverter fault codes, understand what they mean, and follow proper diagnostic procedures. Safety considerations and when to call professional service.
Shading Problems: Identifying and Resolving Partial Shading Issues
Diagnose performance losses due to shading from trees, buildings, vents, or snow. Solutions including pruning, microinverters, and optimizer systems for Canadian installations.
Battery System Diagnostics: Charging Issues, Capacity Loss, and Temperature Problems
Troubleshoot battery storage systems in Canadian climates. Cold weather performance issues, charging problems, capacity degradation, and BMS communication errors.
Electrical Connection Issues: Loose Wiring, Corrosion, and Ground Faults
Identify and resolve electrical problems in solar systems. Visual inspection techniques, testing procedures, corrosion prevention, and ground fault detection for Canadian installations.
Performance Monitoring: Using System Data to Identify Problems Early
Interpret monitoring data to detect system problems before they become serious. Understanding performance ratios, identifying anomalies, and using monitoring alerts effectively.
Panel Degradation: Identifying Normal vs. Problematic Performance Loss
Understand expected panel degradation rates, identify problematic performance loss, recognize signs of cell damage, and determine when panel replacement is necessary.
Grid Connection Problems: Net Metering Issues and Utility Interconnection Faults
Troubleshoot grid connection and net metering issues. Understanding anti-islanding protection, utility interconnection requirements, and resolving communication problems with smart meters.
Optimization Issues: MPPT Problems, System Mismatch, and Efficiency Loss
Diagnose optimization problems in solar systems. MPPT tracking issues, string mismatch problems, bypass diode failures, and how to maximize energy harvest in Canadian conditions.
Visual Inspection Guide: Identifying Problems Before They Become Serious
Learn systematic visual inspection techniques for solar systems. What to look for during regular checks, safety considerations, and how to document findings for professional service.
BMS Communication: Resolving Battery Management System Connectivity Issues
Troubleshoot battery management system problems in Canadian installations. Communication errors, monitoring data issues, temperature sensor problems, and balancing issues.
Weather Impact Assessment: Understanding Normal vs. Abnormal Weather-Related Performance
Distinguish between normal weather-related performance changes and actual system problems. How to assess winter performance, summer heat impacts, and seasonal variations in Canadian climates.