Fault

17

Overload protection.

6 Devices that report this code

What does the 17 error code mean?

17 on a Felicity unit indicates: Overload protection.. It is a fault-severity event that can appear on 6 different devices in the Felicity catalog. The same code may have slightly different recommended fixes depending on the device — the per-device sections below show the exact wording from each device's official manual.

This is a fault-severity code

Fault codes stop normal operation but the unit may attempt to recover. Common causes are out-of-range conditions (voltage, current, temperature) that require checking inputs and outputs before restart.

What triggers this code

17 is triggered when the unit's protection or monitoring logic detects the specific condition described above. The exact trigger depends on the device — see the per-device sections for the official manual entry for each.

17Overload protection.Fault
Description

Overload protection.

Recommended fix

Reduce the loads and Restart the machine.

Source:ICM.pdf · page 13
17Eeprom is error.Fault
Description

Fault event: EEPROM (non-volatile memory) error detected on the controller.

Recommended fix

Restart the unit. if the error persists, contact the repair center.

Source:LUX-S-1600LG01.pdf · page 22
17Parallel Fault.Fault
Description

Fault in parallel battery configuration.

Recommended fix

1. Please check if the number of parallel battery slave controls is the same. 2. Please check if a single unit is installed in a parallel system. 3. if this error occurs during parallel installation, please check the wiring. if they are connected correctly, please install them in parallel first and then restart the device. 4. if the problem persists, please contact the installation personnel.

Source:LUX-Y-48100HG01-Lithium-Battery-User-Guide.pdf · page 20
17Parallel Fault.Fault
Description

Parallel Fault.

Source:LUX-Y-48100HG01MN User manual 358-S010025-03 0325(V2.0).pdf · page 27
17Eeprom is fault.Critical
Description

EEPROM (non-volatile parameter memory) read/write fault.

Cause

Internal EEPROM corruption or hardware failure preventing the controller from reading/writing stored configuration.

Recommended fix

1. Restart the charger. 2. if the problem remains, please contact your installer.

Source:felicitysolar SCCM-III MPPT Solar Charge Controller User Guide.pdf · page 18
17Overload time out.Fault
Description

Overload time out.

Recommended fix

Reduce the connected load by switching off some equipment.

Source:T-REX-3_3.6_4_4.6_5_6KLP1G01-hybrid-inverter-user-guide-English.pdf · page 38

Frequently asked about 17

What is the 17 error on Felicity?
17 on a Felicity unit means: Overload protection.. It can appear on 6 different devices in the Felicity catalog. The cause and recommended fix are listed for each device on this page.
Can I clear the 17 code myself?
It depends on the severity. Warning-level codes can usually be cleared by following the recommended fix. Fault and critical codes often require checking the source condition first; if the code returns immediately after restart, escalate to authorized service.
Is the 17 fix the same on every device?
The cause is consistent — it's the same protection logic. The exact fix wording can differ per device because each official manual addresses model-specific context (input ranges, parallel-config notes, firmware revisions). Use the per-device section that matches your unit.
Where does this information come from?
Every entry is sourced directly from the official Felicity user manual for the affected device. The "Source" line at the bottom of each device's section shows the manual filename and page number.

Compiled from official Felicity user manuals. Always consult your device manual and a qualified technician before performing repairs.