Critical

F04

Short circuit happen at PV port.

7 Devices that report this code

What does the F04 error code mean?

F04 on a Felicity unit indicates: Short circuit happen at PV port.. It is a critical-severity event that can appear on 7 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 critical-severity code

Critical codes trip the unit offline immediately. They typically indicate hardware failure (short-circuit, IGBT, BMS) or an unsafe operating condition. Do not bypass the fault — note the code and contact authorized service.

What triggers this code

F04 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.

F04Short circuit happen at PV port.Critical
Description

Short circuit happen at PV port.

Cause

Short circuit happen at PV port.

Recommended fix

Check if wiring is connect well.

Source:Apollo-5KLP1G01-All-in-one-ESS-User-Guide.pdf · page 42
F04Inverter soft start fail.Fault
Description

Fault: Inverter soft start fail.

Cause

Internal components failed.

Recommended fix

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

Source:felicitysolar IVEM 6048 Solar Inverter User Guide.pdf · page 36
F04Inverter soft start fail.Fault
Description

Fault: Inverter soft start fail.

Cause

Internal components failed.

Recommended fix

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

Source:IVEM8K-12K-II_compressed.pdf · page 43
F04Inverter soft start fail.Fault
Description

Inverter soft start fail.

Cause

Internal components failed.

Recommended fix

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

Source:FelicitySolar IVEM8048-LV Single Phase Hybrid Inverter User Guide.pdf · page 37
F04Short circuit happen at PV port.Critical
Description

Short circuit at the PV port.

Recommended fix

Check if wiring is connected well.

Source:T-REX-10KHP3G01-Inverter-User-Guide.pdf · page 28
F04Short circuit happen at PV port.Critical
Description

Short circuit happen at PV port.

Recommended fix

Check if wiring is connect well.

Source:T-REX-10KLP3G01-Inverter-User-Guide.pdf · page 27
F04PV4 overvoltage fault.Fault
Description

The voltage of the PV4 is too high, check the voltage of the string.

Source:T-REX-50KHP3G01-user-manual-.pdf · page 45

Frequently asked about F04

What is the F04 error on Felicity?
F04 on a Felicity unit means: Short circuit happen at PV port.. It can appear on 7 different devices in the Felicity catalog. The cause and recommended fix are listed for each device on this page.
Can I clear the F04 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 F04 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.