SMA America, LLC
Event number
7701 to 7712
8001
8101 to 8104
8204
8206
Installation Manual
Display message
Self diagnosis
Interference device
Derating occurred
Comm. disturbed
AFCI self-test failed
Electr. arc detected
Please confirm by
tapping
Cause and corrective measures
The cause must be determined by the
SMA Service Line.
Corrective measures:
• Contact the SMA Service Line.
The inverter has reduced its power output for more
than ten minutes due to excessive temperature.
Corrective measures:
• If this message is frequently displayed,
clean the cooling fins and air ducts
(see Section 11.3 "Cleaning the Inverter",
page 71).
• Ensure that the inverter has sufficient
ventilation.
The cause must be determined by the
SMA Service Line.
Corrective measures:
• Contact the SMA Service Line.
The cause must be determined by the
SMA Service Line.
Corrective measures:
• Contact the SMA Service Line.
The inverter has detected an electric arc and was
recommissioned after a disconnection.
By tapping, you are confirming that you have
repaired any possible damage to PV modules,
cables or plugs in the PV system.
Corrective measures:
• Tap on the display within ten seconds of
the display message appearing in order to
recommission the inverter.
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