EarthCurMax-S

SRR-Related Earth Current Exceeds Tolerable Range

SMA · SUNNY BOY 5000US-8000US Solar Inverter

What does EarthCurMax-S mean?

The earth current between the PV+ conductor and ground (GND), monitored by the SRR (Stromregelungsrechner), has exceeded its acceptable operating range in the Sunny Boy SB50US-80US-IUS094030. This indicates a ground fault in the PV array. The inverter will disconnect from the grid.

Common Causes

  • Ground fault in the PV array detected by the SRR.
  • Ground fault current exceeding 1 Amp.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Switch off the external DC disconnect to the Sunny Boy SB50US-80US-IUS094030.

  2. 2

    Switch off the main AC circuit breaker connecting the Sunny Boy to the grid.

  3. 3

    Troubleshoot the PV array to locate and clear the ground fault.

  4. 4

    Manually clear the ground fault error on the user interface display after correction.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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