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Clarity Multiplus 12/1600/70-16 fan - what's it really doing?

I have placed my Multiplus 12/1600/70-16 inverter in a cold environment (0° C) with ample ventilation space. This morning, despite a relative meagre load (500 W) whilst inverting, the fan was on.

As I understand it, the operation of the fan is there to stop overheating and will start up when the und gets too warm, however given this morning's discovery I though it prudent to source a second opinion.

I would welcome any information regarding the fan and whether it might be prudent to disable it.

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kevgermany answered ·

Don't disable. It may cause the unit to fail and will invalidate your warranty.

It's driven by internal temperature. 500W is a significant load, will generate heat.

But if you're concerned you'll need to get your dealer to check the unit.

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Alexandra avatar image Alexandra ♦ commented ·
Also orientation would affect the units internal heat.orienamtatiin is not mentioned in the post. So if horizontal 30% load is definitely high enough to warm up things. (Even vertical)
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bazil avatar image bazil Alexandra ♦ commented ·
Many thanks for all the advice! The unit is laying flat on a smooth surface; I'll see if vertcal mounting is possible.
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