GivEnergy error codes explained
What 10 GivEnergy inverter fault and error codes mean, in plain English, with safe checks you can do and when to call a licensed electrician.
Safety first: never open the switchboard, remove covers, or pull apart or disconnect the inverter, batteries, isolators or wiring. Only use the switches and buttons described here. Anything else must be done by a licensed electrician. Call 1300 209 503 or book a service request.
| Code | Message & meaning |
|---|---|
| 6Safety-Critical |
Current Leak HighThe ground fault may be caused by various reasons such as the AC side N line is not connected properly or the surrounding humidity is high. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 7Safety-Critical |
PV Isolation FaultIf the impedance is too low, the grounding of the photovoltaic panel may be poor, the photovoltaic panel may be aged, or the direct current The cable is broken or the surroun What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 8Info |
No UtilityThe inverter does not detect grid information. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 9Fault |
Bus Over VoltageThe internal BUS voltage is out of range. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 10Warning |
DSP Communication FaultCaused by the interference of external strong magnetic field. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 1Warning |
Inverter NTC FaultThe working environment temperature of the inverter is too high or too low. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 2Warning |
Grid Frequency FaultThe inverter detects that the grid frequency is outside the normal range required by safety regulations. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 3Warning |
Grid Voltage FaultThe inverter detects that the AC voltage is outside the normal range required by safety regulations. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 4Fault |
PV Voltage FaultThe inverter has detected that the PV voltage is outside the normal range of the rated requirements. What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
| 5Fault |
DCI HighThe inverter has detected a high DC What you can do
Gen3 6-11kW three-phase hybrid (AU) · Guide only. All work must be done by a licensed electrician. |
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Common GivEnergy questions
What does GivEnergy 9 "Bus Over Voltage" mean?
The internal BUS voltage is out of range. Note the code, then restart the system once using the owner shutdown/start-up steps in your manual This is a guide only; any electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
What does GivEnergy 4 "PV Voltage Fault" mean?
The inverter has detected that the PV voltage is outside the normal range of the rated requirements. Check solar generation in the app compared with similar days This is a guide only; any electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
What does GivEnergy 5 "DCI High" mean?
The inverter has detected a high DC Restart the system once using the owner shutdown/start-up steps in your manual This is a guide only; any electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
What does GivEnergy 6 "Current Leak High" mean?
The ground fault may be caused by various reasons such as the AC side N line is not connected properly or the surrounding humidity is high. Do not touch the panels, rooftop isolators or DC cables This is a guide only; any electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
What does GivEnergy 7 "PV Isolation Fault" mean?
If the impedance is too low, the grounding of the photovoltaic panel may be poor, the photovoltaic panel may be aged, or the direct current The cable is broken or the surroun Do not touch the panels, rooftop isolators or DC cables This is a guide only; any electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
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Meanings are summarised from these manufacturer documents. Check your own model's manual, as codes vary between models and firmware versions.
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