05/03/2025
⚠️ FOR THOSE WHO OWN SOLAR PANELS⚠️
#𝗧𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗗: 𝗦𝗵𝘂𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿
Got rooftop solar? Today’s the time to turn off it off before Alfred hits.
Every system will have slightly different steps, so consult your manual or the installer’s shutdown procedures, which can usually be found at the inverter and/or on the main switchboard. However, as a guide, most will advise to turn off the inverter AC mains isolator, which is usually found in the meter box: it’s very important to turn the AC mains isolator off first, and then also to turn off the photovoltaic (PV) array DC isolator which is usually found next to the inverter.
⚠️ Even if the network is not operational and panels aren't supplying the home, solar systems can continue to generate direct current (DC) power
⚡NEVER climb onto the roof to check or touch the solar system or its components – if there’s any damage, the roof can be live
🔌Treat all solar panels and cables as though they’re live and dangerous
💦 Never touch inverters, switchboards or other electrical equipment if it’s wet, or if you’re standing in water
More great info on solar PV & battery safety in severe weather here: https://bit.ly/3F5diZm