Essential Tips for Maintaining Your Power Backup System

Regular maintenance is key to ensuring your power backup system performs reliably when you need it most. A well-maintained inverter and battery system can last significantly longer and provide consistent performance.

Monthly Maintenance Tasks

Visual Inspection

• Check for any visible damage or corrosion on the inverter body
• Look for loose connections or damaged wiring
• Ensure proper ventilation around the inverter
• Check battery terminals for white or blue corrosion

Battery Maintenance

• Check water levels in tubular batteries
• Top-up with distilled water if needed (fill to 1 cm above plates)
• Clean battery terminals with baking soda solution
• Ensure battery room temperature is 15-25°C

Seasonal Maintenance

Summer Care (April-June)

• Increase ventilation around the inverter
• Check water levels more frequently (every 2 weeks)
• Clean dust and debris from cooling fans
• Ensure battery is not exposed to direct sunlight

Winter Care (November-January)

• Check battery charging frequently
• Ensure proper air circulation to prevent moisture
• Monitor battery capacity as it reduces in cold
• Test system backup regularly

Best Practices for Longevity

• Avoid complete discharge: Don't let battery drain fully regularly
• Use proper wiring: Use recommended wire gauge to prevent voltage drops
• Regular load testing: Test backup once a week to ensure reliability
• Keep records: Maintain maintenance logs for warranty purposes
• Annual servicing: Get professional inspection once yearly
• Protect from power surges: Use surge protectors for connected devices

Common Problems and Solutions

Inverter not switching to battery:

• Check battery connections
• Verify battery charge level
• Test inverter switch mechanism

Slow charging:

• Check input voltage from grid
• Verify wiring connections
• Clean charger fan vents

Battery not holding charge:

• Check for internal damage
• Verify charging circuit
• Consider battery replacement if 5+ years old

When to Call a Professional

• System not switching to battery mode
• Battery swelling or unusual odor
• Strange noises or excessive heat
• Display showing error codes
• Battery capacity dropped below 50%