A rooftop DC isolator is a switch situated adjacent to a solar panel array intended as an additional safety mechanism. Manually operated, the switch shuts off DC current between the solar panels and the solar inverter. It was intended as an additional safety mechanism as there are also isolator switches at ground level adjacent to the inverter or enclosed within the inverter itself.
How old is the isolating switch on your rooftop solar? Is it one of the models that has been subject to recall since 2014? If not, how well insulated against weather is your isolator.
Don’t hesitate to contact with Sharpe Services and ask them about the ultimate protection against stormwater and potential summer UV damage weatherproof cover.
In addition to using the highest quality isolators, Sharpe Services also install all rooftop isolators with a metal housing to shade the isolator and limit the exposure to the harsh Australian elements.
As roof temperatures can soar to well over 50C in summer it makes sense to safeguard a key component of your solar year-round.
Accreditation with the Clean Energy Council recognises solar electricians who have undertaken the necessary training to service, repair, engineer and install solar systems, solar inverters, and home battery systems on Adelaide homes & offices.
CEC-accredited service, repair, installer, and designer solar electricians strive beyond industry best practice standards, producing systems that are safe, reliable, and meet customer expectations and requirements.
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New Energy Tech Approved Seller-accredited service, repair, installer, and designer solar electricians strive beyond industry best practice standards, producing systems that are safe, reliable, and meet customer expectations and requirements.
Solar power system owners don’t have a choice as to whether a rooftop isolator is installed – it is currently required. The reasoning behind the requirement was primarily to help better protect emergency services. But fires occurring in rooftop solar arrays have been rare and the use of the switch by emergency services, given its location, has apparently been even rarer.
These devices have to operate for years in what is a particularly harsh environment. Aside from installation issues, there have been a number of recalls of various isolator devices due to issues such as the potential for water ingress or other faults that can cause the isolator to overheat and subsequently pose a fire/electrocution hazard. In some of the fires that have occurred in rooftop solar installations, the isolator has been the culprit.
Winter & Stormwater are the main enemies, particularly for systems that were badly installed initially.
It is vitally important that the wiring and isolating switches are sealed and working correctly.
We offer a total solar system maintenance and system checks package.
The service and inspection includes:
As a leading solar repair company, we can assist you with the servicing and repairs of all kinds and brands of solar inverter and solar panels along with the supplying and installation of new ones too.
If you are unsure of what to look for in Solar Systems contact us to speak with one of our solar service specialists or complete our booking request today and we will get back to you shortly.
With over 40 years of experience, Sharpe Services delivers you with the best advice and services in Adelaide. Work with our team for reliable, quality and professional services for your solar system requirements. You can trust Sharpe Services for reliable advice and services from accredited Solar Technicians Adelaide who strive to be the best in what they do. Find a solar technician in Adelaide with Sharpe Services which is closer in distance and can be with you as soon as possible.
It is important to get hold of a Solar Electrician technician when in doubt about a solar system issue. Call Sharpe Services on 8262 5000 or fill in our online booking form for guidance until support arrives.
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100% in-house Master plumbers, gold master electricians, ARC tick Airconditioning techs & CEC accredited Solar techs. All qualified to the highest Australian industry standards
Sharpe Electrical & Plumbing technicians live and work throughout the Adelaide Metro area, which means you get an emergency plumber or emergency electrician with the hour
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Whatever mess we make, we will always clean up after every job. We provide the highest quality of service and will always leave the scene of the issue cleaner than before we came
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