At this point, we aren't even sure that this is not a simple misunderstanding,
so characterizing this as a scam is quite premature. We will have the rest of
the story when we hear back from our contact at Solar Edge. Until then,
speculation can really become harmful if it gets out of hand. We know of over
500 systems having been replaced in the field and this is the only report we
have received about this sort of thing. A misunderstanding looks very likely.
Ed Hare, W1RFI
ARRL Lab
-----Original Message-----
From: RFI <rfi-bounces+w1rfi=arrl.org@contesting.com> On Behalf Of KD7JYK DM09
Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2023 3:32 PM
To: Rfi List <rfi@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [RFI] SolarEdge HD Wave panel system RFI
"Well I finally heard from Trinty Solar ( the installer) about the neighbors
SolarEdge HD Wave panel system RFI correction. I have ask for RFI correction
from the first day it was installed on 22 January 2022.
SolarEdge will supply redesigned optimizers and ferites for the RFI correction
at no charge. BUT Trinty Solar says there is a charge TO ME for the labor of
$1060. 8 hours work at $125 an hour plus tax. Is this how poorly designed Solar
panel systems get corrected? It's not my system and it's not my design error so
why is the corrective cost my charge?"
Clearly a scam in the hope you are stupid enough to pay.
Send the invoice back with a copy of the CFR stating RFI must be resolved by
the owner/operator, or operation must cease. Write across it, "I am not the
owner". No more, no less, let them figure it out.
I once received a parking ticket for parking in front of a business, with a
"for sale" sign on my car. The citation was for something along the lines of
selling vehicles on a public road, blocking parking for businesses, et cetera.
Through social engineering, I learned the manager at the business I was parked
in front of fussed, something about "preventing customers from parking at the
business, 'cuz some guy is selling a car". Yeah, on a public road...
I sent the citation back with a copy of the code, which stated, "For the
primary purpose of selling...", with a note, "The primary purpose was engaging
in business, the vehicle happens to be for sale". No response from the city.
I ignored the citation. Nothing further happened.
A year or so later, I had a new/used sports car. I went to the business where
the previous vehicle was parked, and had them give me an estimate for new alloy
wheels, Z-rated tires, alignment, high-end shocks, bushings, exhaust, the
works. A few kilo-bucks worth parts and labor.
It was all written up, "sign here"...
Thanks. I'll pass. "Is there a problem?", "May I speak to the manager
please?" The manager came out, a few service writers, and at least a half
dozen customers were present. I explained the issue with the citation, the
fine of which was all of $10. I handed the work invoice back to him, and
explained that that's what it cost his business today, not counting all
business from me for eternity, and everyone else I
tell- forever, then walked out.
Ignorance is not without consequence.
Your other option is to know you aren't responsible for someone else's work
they are required to perform at their expense per regulation, ignore it, let it
evolve into an annoyance (remember, YOU are the victim), then you have numerous
legal options. I'd start with adding three zeroes to their invoice, and
sending it back to them as yours, for dealing with them.
Kurt
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