[RE-wrenches] OutBack FX Internal Fan Failure

[cwarfel]

I have had to replace two in six years. Pretty simpleto do. Takes about 
30 to 45 minutes depending upon your level of arthritis.....  Chris


On 3/27/2017 10:57 AM, Wallace Stahle wrote:
> Dan,
>  That is an Outback stock item called FX/GS fan kit I believe. Cost 
> about 2$20 with additional SS replacement screws included for either 
> inverter.
>
> I just changed one on an early model FX2524.  Pretty simple change. 
> They recommend doing it while it is on its back instead of on the wall 
> and that does help the reassembly quite a bit.
>
> Good luck,
>
> Wallace Stahle
> Future Electric Energy Co
> P O Box 236
> Willits, CA 95490
> future at pacific.net <mailto:future at pacific.net>
> CA Lic.# C10-762093
> 707-459-0474
>
>
>
> On Mar 27, 2017, at 7:35 AM, Dave Palumbo wrote:
>
>> Fellow Wrenches,
>> I have an OutBack FX inverter (manufactured in 2011) with a flashing 
>> Red LED. The MATE warns "Internal Fan Failure Detected" .
>> Before I call OutBack support I'd like to gain a little knowledge 
>> from you folks.
>> ·Will I be asked to send the inverter in, or can I get the internal 
>> fan sent out to me so I can repair it myself?
>> ·I used to perform internal power board swaps myself 10 or 12 yrs ago.
>> ·It's not on warranty so I'd be paying for the parts.
>> Thanks for your time,
>> Dave
>> David Palumbo
>> Independent Power LLC
>> 462 Solar Way Drive
>> Hyde Park, VT 05655
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Christopher Warfel, PE
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