Fafco Controller Power Loss

Controller display is blank or very dim; solar system does not respond.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Tripped breaker feeding Fafco controller, Blown internal fuse, Failed low-voltage power supply on controller board, Loose line voltage connection

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Use a non-contact voltage tester and turn off power before opening the controller.

  • Check breaker: Verify the circuit breaker or GFCI feeding the controller is not tripped. Reset if necessary.
  • Test line voltage: With caution, measure voltage at the controller input terminals. If none, trace back to the source.
  • Inspect internal fuse: Open the controller and look for a replaceable fuse. If blown, replace with the same type and rating after identifying and correcting the cause.
  • Check transformer or supply: If line voltage is present but the display is dead, the internal power supply or transformer may have failed, requiring controller replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Fafco Controller Board
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