
Ground Faults in a Normally Ungrounded Array
975-0540-01-01 Revision B 3–5
This guide is for use by qualified personnel only.
3. Remove the blown fuse and replace it with a new AC/DC midget cartridge,
DC-rated 600 VDC, 1 A (Littelfuse KLKD 1 or equivalent). Be careful not to
damage the fuse clips, circuit board, and surrounding components.
4. Replace the wiring compartment cover.
5. Clear the fault and reset the system by removing and then reapplying both
PV and battery power.
Ground Faults in a Normally Ungrounded Array
On a normally ungrounded (floating) array, the ground fault protection system
indicates a fault when a short circuit or lower than normal resistance exists
between the array and ground. Before resetting the fault and attempting to restart
the system, it is important to have qualified service personnel, such as a certified
electrician or technician, determine the cause of the ground fault and effect
repair.
To mitigate a ground fault in a normally ungrounded array:
1. Make sure the PV and battery disconnect switches are open and the charge
controller is de-energized.
2. Search or troubleshoot for a ground fault on the PV array (for example, a
broken PV panel or pinched PV wire).
3. Clear the fault and reset the system by removing and then reapplying both
PV and battery power.
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
If a ground fault is indicated, normally grounded PV conductors could be
ungrounded and energized. Before working on any portion of the array or
wiring, make sure that portion of the array is de-energized by blanketing, use
of disconnects, or other safe working procedures and by testing for voltage
before beginning work.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
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