Ctek D250S Error
Submitted: Friday, Feb 10, 2017 at 20:16
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Tim Owen
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this archived thread I shared a video of an error sequence I was getting on my Ctek D250S
The thread ended with me suggesting all was fixed, but not so.
I ended up contacting Ctek and showing them the video. I was told it had failed and unfortunately it was outside the 2 year warranty period. They'd never seen that error sequence before. When I inquired about the potential for it to be assessed for repair, I was informed Ctek doesn't offer a repair service, but it was suggested that I inspect the 30A fuse inside the unit.
There are two 30A blade fuses inside. One had blown. Replaced fuse. All working normally again. I'm obviously grateful for the advice.
Reply By: RMD - Friday, Feb 10, 2017 at 20:44
Friday, Feb 10, 2017 at 20:44
The fault would likely to be inside?
Ctek never had that issue, I don't think so. There lies the backup with modern gear.
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Reply By: gbc - Friday, Feb 10, 2017 at 22:26
Friday, Feb 10, 2017 at 22:26
I have had similar with
mine. No doubt it was operator error in my case shorting out a terminal by accident. I'm glad you got a result. I am told the newer 250's have soldered fuses rather than 30a blades like ours. Stuffs me why you wouldn't make them accessible without breaking factory seals.
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Reply By: Sigmund - Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 06:10
Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 06:10
Good lesson.
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Reply By: CSeaJay - Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 14:09
Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 14:09
I had the same sequence. Basically trying to connect to the solar for charging but then bombing out. Repeat.
I was told this is when there is not enough solar to hold on to the charging regime. Given I only had a 50 W panel, when I added another panel the added a solar panel it connected and charged correctly.
CJ
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Follow Up By: Tim Owen - Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 17:30
Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 at 17:30
If I were you I'd be opening it up and checking the fuses. I'm no expert, but I don't think you should get an error just because of low amps available on the solar input side.
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