6. MAINTENANCE
The Compact does not require specific maintenance. It will suffice to check all connections
once a year. Avoid moisture and oil/soot/vapours, and keep the device clean.
7. TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE
Proceed as follows for quick detection of common faults.
Consult your Victron Energy dealer if the fault cannot be resolved.
Problem
The inverter fails
to operate when
switched on.
The inverter fails
to operate
The alarm LED
flashes.
The alarm LED
flashes
The alarm LED
flashes.
The alarm LED
flashes.
The alarm LED
flashes
intermittantly.
The alarm LED is
on
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Cause
The battery voltage is too high
or too low.
Processor in no function-mode.
Pre-alarm alt. 1. The DC input
voltage is low.
Pre-alarm alt. 2. The ambient
temperature is too high.
Pre-alarm alt. 3. The load on the
inverter is higher than the
nominal load.
Pre-alarm alt. 4. Voltage ripple
on the DC input exceeds
1.25 Vrms.
Pre-alarm alt. 5. Low battery
voltage and excessive load.
The inverter did cut out following
a pre-alarm.
Solution
Ensure that the battery voltage
is within the correct value.
Switch Front switch off, wait 4
seconds
Switch front switch on.
Charge the battery or check the
battery connections.
Place the inverter in a cool and
well-ventilated room, or reduce
the load.
Reduce the load.
Check the battery cables and
terminals.
Check the battery capacity;
increase if necessary.
Charge the batteries, reduce
the load or install batteries with
a higher capacity. Use shorter
and/or thicker battery cables.
Check the table for the
appropriate course of action.