The KOSTAL PLENTICORE Plus inverter is compatible with the Pylontech Force H1 and H2 battery storage systems, indicating that it works with the Pylontech protocol.

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Page 1 Homepage_Cover Operating manual PLENTICORE plus...
Page 2 All names, trademarks, product names or other designa- tions used in this manual may be legally protected even if not indicated as such (e.g. as a trademark). KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH assumes no liability or warranty for their free usage. The illustrations and texts have been compiled with great care.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Switching on the inverter ......................77 Switching off the inverter ......................78 De-energising the inverter ......................79 Control panel ..........................81 Operational status (display) ....................... 84 Operational status (LEDs) ......................87 The menu structure of the inverter .................... 88 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 4 Settings on the computer ....................... 106 Connecting the inverter and computer ..................107 Disconnecting the inverter from the computer ................ 109 Connection via KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App ................110 Webserver The Webserver ........................112 Calling up the Webserver ......................114 Menu structure of Webserver ....................
Page 5 Technical data 11.1 Technical data ........................190 11.2 Block diagram ........................195 Accessories 12.1 KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal ....................197 12.2 KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App ...................... 198 12.3 PIKO M2M Service ......................... 199 12.4 Activating battery connection ....................200 Appendix 13.1 Type plate ..........................
Page 6: General Information
1. General information Proper use ..........................8 EU declarations of conformity ....................11 About this manual ........................12 Notes in this manual ......................... 14 Symbols used ........................... 18 Labels on the inverter ....................... 19 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 7 General information Thank you for choosing an inverter from KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH! We hope you enjoy consistently high energy yields with the inverter and your photovoltaic system. If you have any technical questions, please call our service hotline: Germany and other countries...
Page 8: Proper Use
All components fitted on the inverter or in the PV system must satisfy the standards and guidelines that apply in the country of installation. The PLENTICORE plus battery inverter may only be used in conjunction with battery systems, which have been approved by KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH for this type of inverter.
Page 9 Factory settings may only be changed by qualified elec- trical installers or persons with at least comparable or higher technical qualifications, e.g. foremen, technicians or engineers. When doing so, all requirements are to be observed. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 10 GPL and/or LGPL. For more details of this, a list of the Open Source soft- ware used and the related licence texts, go to the Licences section on the inverter’s website ( Webserver) Ch. 6. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 11: Eu Declarations Of Conformity
General information 1.2 EU declarations of conformity KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH hereby declares that the inverter described in this document complies with the basic requirements and other relevant conditions of the directives listed below. Directive 2014/30/EU (on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility...
Page 12: About This Manual
This manual is an integral part of the product. It applies exclusively to the inverters from KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH. Keep this manual and give it to the new owner should you pass it onto a new operator.
Page 13 Calling up the main table of contents Navigation bar Tables of contents You can navigate to the referenced points in the document within the instruction text using the cross-references. Ch. 1 Fig. 1, It. 2 Fig. 2: Examples of cross-references © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 14: Notes In This Manual
Information note Other notes Notes have been incorporated into the instruction text. A differentiation is made in this manual between warnings and information notes. All notes are identified in the text line with an icon. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 15 Fig. 4: Structure of the warnings Warning symbol Signal word Type of danger Corrective actions Warning symbols Danger Danger due to electrical shock and discharge Danger due to burns © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 16 IMPORTANT INFORMATION The inverter may only be installed, operated, maintained and repaired by trained and qualified staff. Fig. 5: Example of an information note © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 17 Damage to property possible Other notes They contain additional information or tips. INFO This is additional information. Fig. 6: Example of an information note Symbols within the additional notes Information or tip Enlarged view © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 18: Symbols Used
Final result of a handling instruction Cross-reference to other places in the document or Æ to other documents List Tab. 1: Symbols and icons used Abbreviations used Abbrevia- Explanation tion Tab. Table Fig. Figure Item Chapter © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 19: Labels On The Inverter
Additional earth connection Observe and read operating manual Device may not be disposed of with household waste. Observe the local application of disposal requirements CE marking The product satisfies the applicable EU requirements © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 20: Device And System Description
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 02 2. Device and system description The photovoltaic system ......................21 The inverter ..........................23 Functions ..........................29 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 21: The Photovoltaic System
Main fuse building Feed-in procurement meter or smart meter (not in all countries) Public grid Line circuit breaker for energy consumers Energy consumers Communication link for inverter 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 22 Line circuit breaker for energy consumers Energy consumers Communication link for inverter Connection for battery system (available as option after activation) Communication connection for battery management system (BMS) via CAN or RS485 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 23: The Inverter
DC switch Housing Plug connector for connecting the PV generators and battery system (battery connection only available after activation) Cable openings for communication Cable opening for mains cable Additional PE connection, outside 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 24 Device and system description DC switch on the inverter Fig. 10: DC switch ON Fig. 11: DC switch OFF 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 25 Device and system description The terminal compartment Fig. 12: Inverter (interior view) Smart Communication Board (SCB) AC terminal 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 26 USB 2.0 port Ethernet connection (RJ45) LAN The Smart Communication Board (SCB) is the inverter’s communication hub. All the connections for communi- cating with other components can be found on the SCB. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 27 (inverter status, event code, IP address, status of solar portal connection, updates available, events) Control buttons Red status LED for events Green status LED for feed-in mode Adjustments can be made and data retrieved via the control panel. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 28 Function PV power status query Status query for AC feed-in power and grid parameters of public grid Home consumption status query Battery power status query Inverter configuration Tab. 2: Inverter menus 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 29: Functions
EMS then calculates and controls the optimal usage of PV energy. Priority is given to use by self-consumers of the PV energy generated. The remaining generated PV energy is fed into the grid and remunerated. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 30 24-hour measurement Various types of energy meter can be used INFO You will find a list of the approved energy meters on our homepage, in the download area for the product. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 31 KOSTAL Solar online shop. Various battery storage systems (various manufac- turers) can be connected to the PLENTICORE plus. You will find a list of approved KOSTAL Solar Electric battery storage systems on our homepage in the download area for the product.
Page 32 MPP tracker of the selected string so that the PV string can always deliver optimum performance in spite of partial shading. Shadow management can be activated via the Ch. 6 Webserver. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 33 Security concept Encrypted transfer of data to the solar portal Data encryption in line with AES and SSL standards 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 34 The consumers can then be switched on when there is sufficient PV power and thereby access the PV energy generated at that point in time. For more information Ch. 9. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 35 (e.g. UI, FW, HW) Configuring the inverter (e.g. software update, releasing options, battery con- figuration, making inverter settings which have been specified by the energy provider etc.) Ch. 6. For more information 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 36 PC or sent to a Saving interval Saving time solar portal. 5 minutes Max. 365 days Tab. 3: Saving intervals of data logger For more information Ch. 7. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 37 The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal protects your investment in a PV system against yield loss, e.g. through active e-mail alerts of events. You can log into the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal for free at www.kostal-solar-portal.com. Functions include: Worldwide online access to the portal...
Page 38 As the operator of the system, in the event of a service call-out, you can then read out the message and obtain assistance from your installer or service partner. For more information Ch. 7.4. 05 / 2018 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 39 Just enter the system data and individual customer data and receive a recommendation for a KOSTAL inverter tailored to the solar system you are planning. All KOSTAL inverters are considered for this. The customer's power consumption is also considered and, using standard load profiles, the potential for self-consumption and self-sufficiency is indicated.
Page 40: Installation
3.10 Connecting battery ........................60 3.11 Closing the inverter ........................65 3.12 Connecting battery’s DC cables ....................66 3.13 Connection of solar module ...................... 68 3.14 Initial commissioning ......................... 71 3.15 Making settings in the Webserver ..................... 75 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 41: Transport And Storage
Fig. 15: Grip strips on inverter For enhanced inverter transport, use the grip strips on the left and right side of the inverter. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 42: Scope Of Delivery
The packaging contains: Inverter DC plug connector (each DC input: 1× plug, 1× socket) 3 x screws 6x45 with S8 screw anchors Plug seals for screw connection of network cable Short manual Wall mount © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 43: Installation
80°C during operation. Select the ble materials and potentially explosive installation site in accordance with the information provided in these areas in the vicinity must be ensured. instructions. Always keep the venti- lation openings clear. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 44 -4...140 °F The air humidity must be between 4% and 100% (condensing). 4...100 % Install inverters so that they are not accessible to children. Inverters must be easily accessible and the display clearly legible. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 45 You can find the distances for wall mounting in the fol- lowing table: Dimensions in mm (inch) min. DIN571 (3.9) (7.9) (15.94) (22.17) (4.8) (5.55) (5.04) A2-70 6x45 Fig. 18: Wall mounting of several inverters © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 46: Electrical Connection
If protective residual current devices (RCD) or residual current monitoring de- vices (RCM) are used, only type B ≥300 mA RCDs or RCMs are permitted on the AC side. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 47 Whenever working inside the in- verter, only ever use insulated tools to prevent short-circuits. Fig. 20: Taking off cover Remove screws of terminal compartment and take off cover. Fig. 21: Taking off terminal compartment cover © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 48 Insert mains cable into the inverter and seal with sealing ring and union nut. Tighten union nut to the prescribed torque. Torques: 8 Nm (M25). When threaded connections are not used, leave the sealing ring in the threaded connections. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 49 MAINS CABLE! housing (outside). Fig. 24, It. 1 Install line circuit breaker to secure against overcurrent. Fig. 24: Country-specific PE connection, outside The AC connection is connected. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 50: Overview Of Smart Communication Board (Scb)
Interface B (data -) RS485/ Modbus RTU USB 2.0 interface X171 USB 2.0 max. 500 mA (currently only for service) Ethernet connection (RJ45) X206 RJ45 max. 100 Mbit (LAN connection for linking to a router, for example) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 51: Connecting Energy Meter
Fig. 27: Wiring diagram for energy meter – grid connection (position 2) Inverter Inverter – AC terminal Smart Communication Board Terminal for energy meter Digital energy meter ( Modbus RTU) Consumer device Purchase and feed meter or smart meter Line fuse for house Public grid © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 52 This meter can only be used to monitor home consumption. n TQ EM 300 LR This meter can also be used by the energy supply company to monitor, to control the battery and to control feed- in (e.g. 70%). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 53 Communication cable to energy meter Sealing ring Union nut The energy meter is connected. The type of energy meter used is selected when the inverter is first installed or can be set using the inverter menu or Webserver. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 54: Connecting The Ripple Control Receiver
Dynamic active power control can be activated in the inverter to this end. Ch. 8 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 55 Fig. 30: Connection of ripple control receiver Smart Communication Board Terminal for ripple control receiver Sealing ring IMPORTANT INFORMATION Union nut Control line For Italy (standard CEI0-21), no voltage may be applied to terminal Ripple control receiver X401.1 (VDD). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 56 Wire cross-section of More information about the configuration Ch. 8. 0.34 - 1.5 mm (rigid) 0.34 - 1.0 mm (flexible) n Max. length 30 m n Length of stripped insulation 4.5-5.5 mm © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 57: Connection For Self-Consumers
Wire cross-section of More information about the connection and configuration 0.14 - 2.5 mm (rigid) Ch. 9. 0.14 - 1.5 mm (flexible) n Max. length 30 m Self-consumers connected. n Length of stripped insulation 5.5-6.5 mm © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 58: Communication Connection
RJ45 connection. If the Ethernet cable is connected to a router, the inverter is integrated into your own network and can be contacted by all computers incorporated in the same network. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 59 10/100 Mbit/s), an Ethernet cable of Connect the Ethernet cable to the computer or category 6 (Cat 6, FTP) with a max. router. length of 100 m is to be used. The inverter is connected with your own network. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 60: Connecting Battery
Battery storage with battery management system DC cables for battery storage Communication cable to battery storage On the PLENTICORE plus inverter, you can connect a battery storage system to the DC input 3 in place of a PV string. However, this can only be done if DC input 3 has been released for this option.
Page 61 Webserver. Calling up Webserver Go to “Service menu > Extra options > Release new option”. Enter the 10-digit battery activation code and confirm. The battery type should then be selected. Activation is complete. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 62 Settings > Extra options > Activate options Enter the 10-digit battery activation code and confirm. The battery type should then be selected. Activation is complete. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 63 CAL SHOCK AND DISCHARGE! De-energise inverter and battery storage. De-energise inverter and battery storage. Please also observe the instructions in the operating man- ual provided by the battery manu- facturer. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 64 Max. length 30 m n Length of stripped insulation battery manufacturer. 4.5-5.5 mm The communication cable has been connected. n Twisted pair (e.g. Cat.5e or better) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 65: Closing The Inverter
Remove any foreign objects (tools, wire cuttings, etc.) from the inverter. Install the terminal compartment cover and screw it tight (2.0 Nm). Fit cover on inverter and screw it tight (1.5 Nm). 2,0 Nm 1,5 Nm Fig. 36: Closing the inverter © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 66: Connecting Battery's Dc Cables
Also note the details provided by the plug manufacturer. Fig. 37: Overview of battery DC connection © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 67 Installation Configuration and selection of battery type must take place after initial installation in the Webserver. The battery’s DC cables are connected. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 68: Connection Of Solar Module
Incorrectly fitted plugs and sockets may heat up and cause a fire. Dur- and U . KOSTAL Solar Plan should be ing installation, be sure to follow MPPmin MPPmax used as a planning tool here.
Page 69 PHOENIX CONTACT (type SUNCLIX). During installation, always observe the most recent specifications from the manufacturer (e.g. use of permissible tightening You can find information about the Sunclix torques etc.). installation specification at: www.phoenixcontact.com © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 70 Note the details provided by the plug manufacturer. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The solar module types used and the orientation should be in the same PV string. Fig. 39: Overview of DC connections The DC side is connected. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 71: Initial Commissioning
The entry of date/time ensures that the downloaded log data has the item. correct time assigned to it. The “Energy management” menu is displayed. Use the arrow keys to select the corresponding menu item and press the “ENTER” key. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 72 To do this, press “ENTER” to activate the Modbus SunSpec protocol. Press the right arrow key to go to the next installation item. The "Solar portal" menu appears on the display. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 73 You will find a list of approved battery the arrow keys to select the battery type. Confirm the storage systems in the download area for the product on our homepage at entries with “ENTER”. www.kostal-solar-electric.com © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 74 The inverter is in operation and can now be used. In France, the installer is personally Initial commissioning is completed. responsible for obtaining any addi- tional prescribed labels as required and attaching them to the inverter and feed cables. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 75: Making Settings In The Webserver
Registration on the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal, if team. Ch. 13.2 this has not yet been done. With a battery connected, select the battery type and undertake battery configuration.
Page 76: Operation And Operating The Device
Switching on the inverter ......................77 Switching off the inverter ......................78 De-energising the inverter ......................79 Control panel ..........................81 Operational status (display) ....................... 84 Operational status (LEDs) ......................87 The menu structure of the inverter .................... 88 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 77: Switching On The Inverter
INFO when a key is pressed twice. When no key has been pressed for The inverter is in operation. several minutes, the screensaver with the image of the inverter appears automatically on the display. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 78: Switching Off The Inverter
The inverter no longer feeds into the public grid. The how to switch off the battery storage in the operating manual provided by inverter remains energised and monitoring is still the battery manufacturer. performed. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 79: De-Energising The Inverter
AC line can now be carried Further steps should be taken out. when working on the DC feed cables (PV or battery). These steps can be found on the following page. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 80 Fig. 40: Disconnecting SUNCLIX DC plug Ensure that all connections are voltage-free. The inverter is now completely voltage-free. Work on the inverter or on the DC feed cables can now be carried out. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 81: Control Panel
The operating values can be retrieved and settings When no key has been pressed for adjusted on the display. several minutes, the screensaver with the image of the inverter appears automatically on the display. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 82 ENTER / confirm: Pressing the "ENTER" key acti- vates the selected menu element or confirms the input. Clicking in the “ENTER” input box saves the value. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 83 The display can be used to enter texts and numbers (e.g. inverter name). When input is required, a keypad of letters and numbers appears under the input box in order to do this. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 84: Operational Status (Display)
"Event codes" chapter Ch. 10.5 Bell symbol The result can be queried in the inverter menu by going to Service > Event list or can be called up using the “Down” arrow key. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 85 Shutdown by ext. signal the energy supply company’s external signal. An event is present. Up to two active events can be displayed. Remedial Event xxxx, yyyy measures can be found in the "Event Ch. 10.5 codes" chapter © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 86 (only if battery is This will protect the battery from total connected) discharge. As soon as sufficient energy is available again, this mode is exited. Tab. 4: Operating messages and symbols © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 87: Operational Status (Leds)
“Event codes” chapter Ch. 10.5. Green LED off: Inverter not feeding in. Green LED flashing: Inverter feeding in with limitation. Green LED lit up: The green LED signals the feed-in mode of the inverter. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 88: The Menu Structure Of The Inverter
Current AC power, which is being fed into the public grid. Status line, alternates every 5 seconds with: - IP address (if configured) - Inverter status - Event code (if available) - Solar portal connection active (if configured) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 89 Indication of power, which is being fed into or purchased from the public grid. Indication of power being consumed in the house. Indication of power with which the battery is being charged or discharged. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 90 Status query and information about the grid feed-in (AC side) Home consumption status query Battery charge and discharge power status query PV generators status query (DC side) The menus are listed individually on the following pages. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 91 Article number Article number Serial number Serial number Hardware Hardware version Main controller version Input output controller version Version of user interface National guideline Set national guideline Max. grid feed-in Shows the set limitation © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 92 The code can be requested for installers from the Service team. A maximum of 10 events are displayed. Information about events can be found in the "Event codes" chapter. Only possible if the service code is entered. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 93 PV/ battery energy generated. Self-consumption rate Self-consumption rate shows the self-consumption in relation to the total power generated by the inverter. This states the percentage of generated energy used for self-consumption. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 94 Shows the voltage (U), current (I) and power (P) per DC input This is displayed depending on the model or use of the 3rd DC input. If there is a battery connected to DC3, no values are displayed for this. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 95 Access with the serial number remains possible. Date/time Enter the time and date. Set the time zone (e.g. UTC (+1:00) for CET) Activate/deactivate or automatic determination of time. The NTP server can be configured via the Webserver. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 96 Input of solar portal configuration. If you want to use a solar portal, the log data and events can be sent to the solar portal. Parameter Explanation Solar portal Selection of solar portal. Activate Activated for starting to send to a solar portal. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 97 The activation code can be purchased from the KOSTAL Solar purchased from the KOSTAL Solar online shop. online shop. Released options Overview of options currently released To access the shop, go to in the inverter shop.kostal-solar-electric.com © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 98 (only available once reset, the commissioning wizard switch and also the AC line circuit breaker. Wait 10 seconds and then service code has been appears on the inverter following a restart in reverse order. entered) restart © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 99 AC source (e.g. another inverter). This power can then be stored in a connected battery for example. Limitation on [W] Shows the current power curtailment setting. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 100 Share of home consumption that has been covered by PV. From grid Share of home consumption that has been covered by the public grid. From battery Share of home consumption that has been covered from the battery. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 101 Display for current day (from 00 to 24 hours) Month Display for current month (from day 1 to day 31) Year Display for current year (from 1 Jan. to 31 Dec.) Total Display for since initial commissioning © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 102 Shows the battery's voltage. Charge / discharge current A charging shows that the battery is being charged. A discharge shows that the battery is being discharged. Number of cycles Indicates the battery's charging cycles. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 103 The values are only displayed if the inverter has a DC input 3 and if this has been configured as a PV input. If there is a battery connected to DC input 3, this is not shown. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 104: Connection Types
Connecting the inverter and computer ..................105 Settings on the computer ....................... 106 Connecting the inverter and computer ..................107 Disconnecting the inverter from the computer ................. 109 Connection via KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App ................110 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 105: Connecting The Inverter And Computer
Internet, this shouldn’t take place network specialist. using unencrypted HTTP access (port 80). Instead, preference should be given to encrypted access via HTTPS (port 443) and a VPN connection. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 106: Settings On The Computer
In the LAN settings of the computer, the option "Use proxy server for LAN" must be deactivated. You can reach the "LAN settings" via the control panel: Control Panel >> Internet options >> Tab: "Connec- tions" >> LAN settings. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 107: Connecting The Inverter And Computer
Insert Ethernet cable into the inverter and seal with sealing ring and union nut. Tighten union nut to the prescribed torque. Torques: 8 Nm (M25). Connect Ethernet cable to LAN interface of Smart Communication Board. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 108 PC to access the Webserver. Connecting the Ethernet cable to a router integrates the inverter into your own network and the inverter can then be contacted by all computers incorporated in the same network. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 109: Disconnecting The Inverter From The Computer
This makes it possible to easily carry out further queries or setting configurations on the inverter. If connecting through a router, for example, there is no need to remove the connection. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 110: Connection Via Kostal (Piko) Solar App
The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App is available for the Android and iOS operating systems. You can find a video tutorial on how to install and oper- ate the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App on our homepage by going to Service&Support > Tutorials. Prerequisite: The inverter and mobile phone or tablet are in the same data network.
Page 111: Webserver
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 6 6. Webserver The Webserver ........................112 Calling up the Webserver ......................114 Menu structure of Webserver ....................116 Webserver menus ........................120 The battery use strategy ......................140 Smart battery control ......................142 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 112: The Webserver
Even if you don't log in, here you can team. Ch. 13.2 find information about your PV system, such as, device information and the current inverter status. Go to Login to log in as plant owner or installer. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 113 More information about the inverter can be found under Log data. On the next few pages, you will find details of how to log into the Webserver and explanations of individual menu items. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 114: Calling Up The Webserver
(can be found on the inverter’s type plate). After logging in, the installer can access advance setting options, which are not available to the normal plant owner. These settings require specialist knowledge. Use Logout to log out of the Webserver. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 115 Should you forget your password, it can be re-assigned in the same way. After logging in, the settings required via the Webserver can be made on the inverter or the inverter’s values can be queried. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 116: Menu Structure Of Webserver
Shows yield for current day Monthly yield Shows yield for current month Annual yield Shows yield for current year Total yield Shows total yield Log data menu Log data Log data Download log data from inverter © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 117 Activate Modbus / SunSpec (TCP) protocol of (TCP) inverter. Solar portal Selection of solar portal. Activate/deactivate the transfer of data to the portal and connection test. Reset system owner Reset inverter to factory settings settings © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 118 Set function of switched output (e.g. for self-consumption control) Extra option Release extra option via release activation code (e.g. battery use on DC3) Update Perform inverter software update Can only be changed with a service code © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 119 Self-test for grid and system protection protection self-test Runs a self-test and outputs the result of this Can only be changed with a service code Info menu Info Device information Shows the device and grid information © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 120: Webserver Menus
On the Info page the user can view events pending in the inverter or the inverter's installed versions (e.g. UI, MC, IOC, HW). This information can also be viewed without logging into the Webserver. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 121 The values indicate the power currently present. 170W 135W ---W 300W Fig. 53: Energy flow diagram Green: Energy is being supplied Orange: Energy is being purchased/consumed Grey: No energy flow © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 122 Shows the current grid frequency Cos phi Indicates the current reactive power (cos phi) Limitation on Shows the current power curtailment setting Phase x Shows the power values per phase (x = 1, 2 or 3) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 123 Shows the battery's charge/ discharge voltage. Current Shows the battery's charge/ discharge current. Power Shows the battery's charge/ discharge power. Charging status Shows the battery's charging status in %. Charging cycles Indicates the battery's charging cycles. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 124 From grid: Shows how much energy has been fed into the public grid From battery: Shows how much energy from the battery has been used for home consumption © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 125 The data is saved on your hard drive. After saving, this INFO data can be displayed and further processed. If the inverter is not connected to a solar portal, regular backup copies of the log data should be created. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 126 Activate time server Activate/deactivate a timer server (NTP server). After activation, the time from the time server is used. By using the NTP server, the switch between summer and winter time is also performed automatically. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 127 Change Webserver password. Menu item Function Change password Change Webserver password. The password must comprise at least 8 characters and include the following combination of characters: lower-case letters (a-z), upper-case letters (A-Z) and numbers (0-9). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 128 Activate Modbus Output of port and ID parameters for Modbus / SunSpec. Activate the protocol on the LAN TCP/IP interface. Is used for an external data logger, for example. No further settings are needed. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 129 Reset settings Reset system owner settings to factory settings. Menu item Function Reset system owner The values for the basic settings, settings network, Modbus/SunSpec and solar portal are reset to the factory settings. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 130 Home consumption = position 1 Limitation to Set the max. feed-in capacity. Requirements relating to this are gen- erally specified by the energy supply company (e.g. a limitation to 70%). The inverter’s max. power serves as the default. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 131 Automatically: The inverter controls the battery INFO charge automatically depending on This setting is recommended for the generated PV energy. In this regions with little snowfall. mode, the battery is not switched off. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 132 PV energy. battery is controlled in a completely automatic manner. A value of 100% is the equivalent of a fully charged battery. You can find a detailed description in chapter Ch. 6.6 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 133 Unlike the standard active power control, here you can spec- ify up to 16 settings. This is usually specified by the energy supply company. Detailed description in chapter Self-consumption. Ch. 8 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 134 Input of an activation code, e.g. to INFO connect a battery. This first has to be The activation code can be pur- purchased from the KOSTAL Solar chased from the KOSTAL Solar online online shop. shop. Released options Overview of options currently...
Page 135 Reactive power / The grid operator specifies a charac- voltage characteristic teristic curve Q(U). curve Q(U) Displacement factor / The grid operator specifies a charac- power curve cos φ teristic curve for cos φ (P). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 136 LVRT is the electrical ability to pro- vide dynamic grid support through electrical generation units. HVRT Configuration of High-Voltage-Ride-Through HVRT is the electrical ability to pro- vide dynamic grid support through electrical generation units. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 137 (Q, cos phi) by means of ripple control receiver or Modbus. Parameter Function Settling time [s] Selection of the settling time in seconds. Select the specifications for the grid operator (energy supply company) here. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 138 Use switchable shut- Enter the specified values in the down limits corresponding fields. Start-up conditions Self-test for grid and system protection Runs a self-test with the set values and outputs the result of this. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 139 Shows the specified subnet address Gateway Shows the router/gateway address DNS server Shows the address of the 1st and 2nd DNS server (Dynamic Name Server) Last portal connection Last transfer in minutes or time © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 140: The Battery Use Strategy
There is no longer any energy available from the battery. “Battery sleep mode 1” is displayed on the inverter. The amount of PV energy generated daily falls below level 1 for another two days in succession © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 141 PV energy falls below level 1 for two days in succession Fig. 54, It. 5. The “Battery sleep mode 2” message is output on the inverter. Before the battery is switched off, it is charged. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 142: Smart Battery Control
System monitoring 6.6 Smart battery control The PLENTICORE plus has a new kind of smart gen- eration and consumption forecast and coupled with connected energy storage (a battery), this provides the consumers in the home with generated power in an optimum manner.
Page 143 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Fig. 56: Control with smart battery control Home consumption (own requirement) Battery charge Feed-in to the public grid Limitation of feed-in to approx. 50% according to Unused PV energy © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 144 PV energy is therefore used in a sensible manner or stored in the battery. As a result, the consumer increases his or her self-con- sumption and degree of self-sufficiency and therefore cuts his or her electricity costs. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 145: System Monitoring
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 7 7. System monitoring The log data ........................... 146 Retrieving, saving and graphically depicting log data ............... 150 The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal ..................... 152 Remote service ........................153 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 146: The Log Data
The log data can be used for the following purposes: Check operating characteristics of the system Determine and analyse errors Download and graphically depict yield data Fig. 57: Example screen "The log file" File header Physical variables Entries in the log file © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 147 Aln T Counting unit in points [digits] Time Time in seconds [sec] since the inverter was put into operation Temperature in Celsius [°C] No function [%] Tab. 6: Physical variables in the log file © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 148 Total energy in kWh, which has been generated by the inverter and is being transferred to the AC grid in Total E the house. Self-consumption: Energy in kWh currently being consumed in the house, which is covered by the OWN E inverter. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 149 AC grid. Iso R Insulation resistance in kOhm when switching to AC grid Event POR event, "power on reset": Renewed start-up of communication after a loss of AC voltage. Tab. 7: Log data © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 150: Retrieving, Saving And Graphically Depicting Log Data
A solar portal has the following functions, which, how- ever, may differ depending upon the portal: Graphic depiction of performance data Worldwide online access to the portal Email notification of errors Data export (e.g. Excel file) Long-term storage of log data © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 151 General information Prerequisites for data transfer to a solar portal: Inverter has an Internet connection Logged onto a solar portal (e.g. KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal) Selection of a solar portal Activation of data transfer in the inverter Activating data transfer to a solar portal via the...
Page 152: The Kostal (Piko) Solar Portal
General information 7.3 The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal The solar portal, manufactured by KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH, is a free internet platform for monitoring PV systems. The inverter sends the PV system's yield data and event messages to the solar portal via the internet.
Page 153: Remote Service
By updating the software at a later date, the service team is able to directly access the inverter (if you release this option) in order to analyse the error and rectify it directly if possible. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 154: Active Power Control
8. Active power control Why active power control? ...................... 155 Limitation of the PV feed-in capacity ..................156 Active power control with a ripple control receiver ..............157 Active power control using smart measuring systems ............. 159 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 155: Why Active Power Control
PV power at the grid connection point check to determine which of the two Ch. 8.2 possibilities offers the better energy yield for you. Active power control with a ripple control receiver Ch. 8.3 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 156: Limitation Of The Pv Feed-In Capacity
The power limitation can be set by going to the inverter menu “Settings/information > Service menu > Energy management > Input or max. feed-in capacity” or using the Webserver by going to “Service menu > Energy management > Limits to [W]”. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 157: Active Power Control With A Ripple Control Receiver
Webserver. However, the provisions of the energy supply com- pany must be observed. 100 % 60 % 30 % Fig. 58: Active power control with ripple control receiver Ripple control receiver Control electronics of the inverter © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 158 Log into the Webserver as an installer Go to “Service menu > Digital inputs”. "Digital inputs" opens. Select the function "Active power control". Click on the "Save" button. The active power control is enabled. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 159: Active Power Control Using Smart Measuring Systems
PV system’s feed-in. These smart measuring systems are already mandatory in some countries. Ask your energy supply company what applies to you. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 160 Ch. 3.6 0.2 Nm) 0.34 - 1.0 mm (flexible) n Max. length 30 m Connect digital power meter to the Smart Meter n Length of stripped insulation Gateway. 4.5-5.5 mm Digital power meter is connected. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 161 Log into the Webserver as an installer. Go to “Service menu > Digital inputs”. "Digital inputs" opens. Select the function "Active power control". Click on the "Save" button. The active power control is enabled. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 162: Self-Consumption
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 9 9. Self-consumption Self-consumption overview ..................... 163 Electrical connection for self-consumption ................164 Setting up self-consumption control ..................166 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 163: Self-Consumption Overview
Control signal from Smart Communication Board (self-consumption terminal) External load relay with jumper switch Consumer device All inverters are designed in such a way that the gener- ated current can be used for self-consumption. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 164: Electrical Connection For Self-Consumption
9.2 Electrical connection for self-consumption max 250 V/100 mA ≈ 230 V Fig. 61: Electrical connection for self-consumption Smart Communication Board (SCB) Terminal for self-consumption Sealing ring Union nut Control line Load relay Jumper switch Consumer device © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 165 The control line is subject to the fol- lowing requirements: n Wire cross-section of 0.14 - 2.5 mm (rigid) 0.14 - 1.5 mm (flexible) n Max. length 30 m n Length of stripped insulation 5.5-6.5 mm © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 166: Setting Up Self-Consumption Control
Several functions are available here to enable the user to control self-consumption. You will find a more accurate explanation on the following pages. When a battery is connected, “dynamic self-consump- tion control” should always be selected. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 167 If this item is activated and there is no PV energy, the power from the battery is used for the consumers connected to the self-consumption terminal until the battery reaches the DoD. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 168 PV energy drop. 1000W 700W Fig. 64: Dynamic self-consumption graph (Function 1) Power limit Power limit Feed-in to the public grid Self-consumption via self-consumption contact Self-consumption in the home network © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 169 Grey area: Self-consumption in home network This is taken into account in the dynamic self-consump- tion control. This means the self-consumption contact is only closed when power limit P1 less the self-consumption reaches the set value. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 170 Fig. 66: Dynamic self-consumption graph (Function 2) Activation limit Deactivation limit Self-consumption via self-consumption contact Feed-in to the public grid Self-consumption in the home network Purchased from the public grid Battery use possible with battery connected up to © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 171 Grey area: Self-consumption in home network This is taken into account in the dynamic self-consump- tion control. This means the self-consumption contact is only closed when power limit P1 less the self-consump- tion reaches the set value. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 172 Fig. 67: Brief delay in drop in output/fault P1: Power limit T1: Delay time in the event of power loss/fault Tx: Fault, power loss or failure of the inverter Dashed area: Self-consumption active © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 173: Maintenance
Navigation button, link to chapter 10 10. Maintenance 10.1 Maintenance and cleaning ...................... 174 10.2 Housing cleaning ........................175 10.3 Fan cleaning ........................... 176 10.4 Updating software ........................180 10.5 Event codes ..........................182 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 174: Maintenance And Cleaning
Service and warranty conditions). Always mount inverters in such a way that falling parts cannot fall into the inverter through the venti- lation grille. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 175: Housing Cleaning
Technical data 10.2 Housing cleaning The housing may only be wiped down with a damp cloth. Abrasive cleaners are not permitted. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 176: Fan Cleaning
Technical data 10.3 Fan cleaning Fig. 68: Fan disassembly overview Fan cable Fan grill Fastening straps © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 177 Fig. 69 Fig. 69: Loosen fan grill Press the fastening straps toward the centre of the fan with a second screwdriver. Pull the fan unit slightly forward. Fig. 70 Fig. 70: Loosen fastening straps © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 178 The fan can also be pulled off the fan grill. To do this, press the fastening straps slightly outward and pull off the fan. Fig. 72 Fig. 72: Disassembly of the fan grill Clean fan and housing opening with a soft brush. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 179 Reconnect the fan cable and insert the fan into the housing. When switching on for the first time, check whether the air from the fan is drawn inwards. Start up the inverter Ch. 4.1 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 180: Updating Software
(UI) of the Smart Communication Board are brought completely up-to-date. If an update is available, you will find this on the manufacturer's website, in the download area for the product. Procedure Updating using Webserverr © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 181 Webserver. This is done in the inverter's menu by going to: Settings/information > Device information or in the Webserver by going to Info. The update has been installed. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 182: Event Codes
The type of event can be determined on the basis of the message in the display "<Code> <Fault type>" and the following table. In the case of events not listed in the table, please con- tact the Service team. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 183: Technical Data
External generator fault Overvoltage on PV generator DC1 Check generator installation/layout 5018 External generator fault Overvoltage on PV generator DC2 Check generator installation/layout 5020 External generator fault Overvoltage on PV generator DC3 Check generator installation/layout © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 184 External grid fault Several potential causes. No action necessary. If necessary, restart the device Check ambient conditions 5057 External grid fault Insulation resistance too low There may be a weather-related problem. Check inverter / generator installation © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 185 No action necessary 5068 External generator fault Overvoltage on PV generator Check generator installation/layout 5069 System fault Device error No action necessary 5070 System fault Hardware error Contact support 5071 System fault Hardware error Contact support © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 186 Internal system fault Contact support 6009 Battery communica- Communication cable to battery Check communication cable to the tion fault faulty battery Tab. 9: Event codes If the error occurs several times/permanently, please contact Support. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 187 Technical data Legend for the "Event codes" table LED flashing (warning) LED lit up (error) LED is off (information) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 188: Technical Data
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 11 11. Technical data 11.1 Technical data ......................... 189 11.2 Block diagram ........................194 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 189 Technical data 11.1 Technical data Subject to technical changes. Errors excepted. You can find current information at www.kostal-solar-electric.com. Inverter Unit Input side (DC) Inverter type PLENTICORE plus Max. PV power (cos φ = 1) 8.25 10.5 12.75 Max. PV power per DC input Nominal DC power 4.33...
Page 190 Power factor for rated power (cos φ AC,r Max. THD Device properties Standby Standby incl. 24h home-consumption measurement Efficiency Max. efficiency 97.1 97.1 97.2 97.2 97.2 European efficiency 96.2 96.2 96.5 96.5 96.5 MPP adjustment efficiency 99.9 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 191 Torque of screws in cover Max. fusing on output side according to B16 / C16 B25 / C25 IEC 60898-1 Compatibility with external residual current RCD type B, RCM type B protection devices © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 192 RS485 / CAN (for battery communication) Connection of energy meter for collecting energy data ( Modbus RTU) Digital inputs (e.g. for digital ripple control receiver) Potential-free contact for self-consumption control USB 2.0 Webserver (user interface) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 193 ÖVE/ÖNORM E 8001-4-712". MPP range 120V...180V (with limited current of 9.5-13A) to 680V...720V (with limited current of 11A). A detailed layout should be produced using the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Plan user software. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 194: Block Diagram
Electronic DC disconnection device DC regulator Insulation monitoring Intermediate circuit Inverter bridge Grid monitoring and shut-down 3-phase AC output System control with MPP trackers Display Smart Communication Board (SCB) Interfaces (e.g. Ethernet, USB, energy meter) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 195: Accessories
Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 12 12. Accessories 12.1 KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal ....................196 12.2 KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App ....................... 197 12.3 PIKO M2M Service ......................... 198 12.4 Activating battery connection ....................199 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 196: Kostal (Piko) Solar Portal
The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal makes it possible to monitor the operation of the inverters via the Internet. You can register for the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal for no charge on our website. The portal code for the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal (www.kostal-solar-portal.de) is P3421.
Page 197: Kostal (Piko) Solar App
Accessories 12.2 KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App Using the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar App, customers can monitor their systems easily via their smartphone or tablet. Important data relating to the PV system can be queried using the app. For example, you can monitor your DC yield and see how much electricity you’re feed-...
Page 198: Piko M2M Service
Accessories 12.3 PIKO M2M Service The PIKO M2M Service allows KOSTAL customers to monitor a PV system using a mobile link to the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal. for continuous system monitoring. A secure and encrypted VPN connection, which only allows communication between inverters and the KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal, protects the user against misuse and excessive costs.
Page 199: Activating Battery Connection
Accessories 12.4 Activating battery connection For the PLENTICORE plus, there is an option of releasing the third PV input (DC3) as a connection for battery stor- age. To do this, you can purchase a “Battery activation code” from our KOSTAL Solar online shop and enter this in the inverter.
Page 200: Appendix
Textanker_Kap_13 13. Appendix 13.1 Type plate ..........................201 13.2 Warranty and service ......................202 13.3 Handover to the operator ......................203 13.4 Decommissioning and disposal ....................204 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 201: Type Plate
Version number of the firmware, version number of the user interface of the device Date of last update (only for service devices) Master key password for install- er’s Webserver login Removable warranty label © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 202: Warranty And Service
The warranty period for the inverter is 2 years from the date of purchase. If you register the inverter with the KOSTAL Solar online shop within the first 6 months from the date of purchase, you can extend this free of charge to our KOSTAL 5-year Smart Warranty.
Page 203: Handover To The Operator
Meaning of the LEDs and the display messages Contact person in the event of a fault The provision of system and inspection documentation in accordance with DIN EN 62446 (VDE 0126-23) (optional). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 204: Decommissioning And Disposal
This equipment can be handed in to waste collection points free of charge. Find out about the local requirements for the separate collection of electrical and electronic equipment in your country. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 205: Index
Disposal ................................204 EMS ..................................29 Ethernet ........................... 54, 57, 59, 107, 108, 109 Ethernet cable ..............................109 EU declarations of conformity ..........................11 Faults ................................148 Firmware ................................201 Grid monitoring ............................148, 201 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 206 Open the inverter cover ........................107, 109, 204 Operation ................................82 Operational statuses ............................84 Plant configuration ............................. 130 Proper use ................................8 Proxy server ..............................106 PV generator ..............................191 Ripple control receiver ........................54, 55, 56, 126 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 207 Terminal ..............................48, 55, 165 Transport ................................41 Type plate ............................182, 201, 202 Wall mount ................................45 Warnings ................................15 Warranty ..............................9, 68, 202 Webserver ......................35, 107, 112, 113, 114, 126, 166 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
Page 208 79108 Freiburg i. Br. Germany Telephone: +49 761 47744 - 100 Fax: +49 761 47744 - 111 KOSTAL Solar Electric Ibérica S.L. Edificio abm Ronda Narciso Monturiol y Estarriol, 3 Torre B, despachos 2 y 3 Parque Tecnológico de Valencia 46980 Valencia España...

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