Contents Disclaimers Important Notice FCC Compliance Emission Compliance Support and Contact Information HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols Information IMPORTANT INVERTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System Power Optimiser Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Monitoring Platform Supported AC Grids Installation Procedure Installation Equipment List Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimisers Safety Package Contents Installation Guidelines Step 1: Mounting and Grounding the Power Optimizers Step 2: Connecting a PV Module to a Power Optimiser Step 3: Connecting Power Optimisers in Strings...
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Power Control Device Manager Maintenance Information Step 3: Verifying Proper Activation and Commissioning Viewing System Status Main Inverter Status Site Status Communication Status Inverter Energy Status Meter Status Reporting and Monitoring Installation Data The M onitoring Platform Creating Logical and Physical Layout using Installation Information Designer Mapper Application Physical Layout Editor Using a Paper Template Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Communication Options Ethernet RS485 Communication Connectors Communication Board Primary Unit C ommunication Board Connection Unit Communication Board Removing the Connection Unit Cover Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection Creating an RS485 Bus Connection RS485 Bus Configuration Verifying the Connection Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting Identifying Errors Power Optimizer Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Communication...
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Appendix D: Replacing System Components Replacing the Primary Unit Replacing a Secondary Unit Replacing the Connection Unit Removing the Connection Unit Installing a New Connection Unit Connecting the Connection Unit to the Primary Unit Replacing Power Optimisers Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology - Technical Specifications (North America) Default Trip Limits and Times According to IEEE1547 Connection Unit -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Support and Contact Information Support and Contact Information If you have technical problems concerning SolarEdge products, please contact us: USA and Canada: 1 510 498 3200 Worldwide: + 972 073 2403118 Fax: + 1 (530) 273-2769 Email: ssupport@solaredge.com. Support Center: https://www.solaredge.com/us/service/support Before contact, make sure to have the following information at hand: Model and serial number of the product in question.
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Version History Version 1.4 - December 2018 Updated communication options and menus. Updated guidelines for use of extension cabels in power optimizer installation. Version 1.3 - November 2018 Deleted cable insulation stripping image and step from 'To connect AC from ground' Added caution about lug types. Modified maximum lug tongue thickness to 0.16" Changed "shrinks" to "heat shrink". Added option for mounting inverter without using a level Modified supported AC grids to 480V and 208V (modified i n 1.2) . Modified image. Modified' the opposite polarity DC Conductors in the same conduit' note (for 480V inverters use 1000 r ated cables and for 2 08V inverters use 6 00 VDC rated cables) Added step 'Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the distribution panel' in Replacing a Secondary Unit Specifications Updated 'Recommended OCPD size per grid' ...
HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS During installation, testing and inspection, adherence to all the handling and safety instructions is mandatory. Failure to do so may result in injury or loss of life and damage to the equipment. Safety Symbols Information The following safety symbols are used in this document. Familiarize yourself with the symbols and their meaning before installing or operating the system. WARNING! Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life.
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L’unité ne doit être ouverte que par un technicien qualifié dans le cadre de l'installation et de la maintenance. WARNING! The three phase SE66.6KUS and SE100KUS inverters must be connected only to a dedicated AC branch circuit with a maximum Overcurrent Protection Device (OCPD) of 120A or 180A respectively. AVERTISSEMENT! Les onduleurs triphasés SE66.6kUS et SE100kUS doivent être connectés à...
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208V inverters use 600VDC rated cables. NOTE This inverter is provided with an IMI (Isolation Monitor Interrupter) for ground fault protection. NOTE The symbol appears at grounding points on the SolarEdge equipment. This symbol is also used in this manual. NOTE A SolarEdge inverter may be installed in a site with a generator, however must not operate at the same time as the generator. ...
Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System The SolarEdge power harvesting solution is designed to maximize the power output from any type of solar Photovoltaic (PV) installation while reducing the average cost per watt. The following sections describe each of the system’s components. Figure 1: The SolarEdge power harvesting system components Power Optimiser The p ower optimisers are DC-DC converters connected to PV modules in order to maximize power harvesting by performing independent Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) at the module level. The power optimisers regulate the string voltage at a constant level, regardless of string length and environmental conditions. The power optimisers include a safety voltage function that automatically reduces the output of each power optimiser to 1 Vdc in the following cases: During fault conditions ...
Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology The Three Phase Inverter with synergy technology inverter ( referred to as 'inverter' in this manual ) efficiently converts DC power from the modules into AC power that can be fed into the main AC service of the site and from there to the grid. The inverter also receives the monitoring data from each power optimiser and transmits it to the SolarEdge monitoring platform (requires Internet or Cellular connection). The inverter i s comprised of one Primary Unit with an integrated Connection Unit w ith a DC Safety Switch (referred to as 'Connection Unit ' in this manual) for disconnecting the DC power of a SolarEdge system, and of o ne or two Secondary Units, depending on the inverter's capacity. The Secondary Unit(s) are connected to the primary unit with AC, DC and communication cables. Each unit operates independently and continues to work in case the others are not operating. You can set up a master- slave configuration, connecting up to 31 additional inverters to one master inverter. Figure 2: Primary Unit with two Secondary Units ...
Monitoring Platform Monitoring Platform The m onitoring platform enables monitoring the technical and financial performance of one or more SolarEdge sites. It provides past and present information on the system performance both at the system and module levels. Supported AC Grids The following section shows the AC grids supported by the inverters (model dependent). Ground connection is required for all grids, as described in Connecting the AC Grid and Grounding to the Connection Unit on page 37. Figure 3: AC grids supported by SolarEdge three-phase inverters NOTE Some three phase inverters support the 208V Delta grid. Refer to Setting the Inverter to Support 208V 3-wire Grid on page 41. Installation Procedure The following is the procedure for installing and setting up a new SolarEdge site. Many of these also apply to modification of an existing site. 1. Installing the Power optimisers, page 14 2. Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s), page 29 NOTE It is recommended to connect communication connections (step 6 of this installation) before connecting the AC, for easier access to the communication board.
Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System Installation Equipment List Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge system. The following is a recommendation of the equipment needed for installation: Allen screwdriver for 5mm screw type for the inverter cover, Connection Unit cover, and inverter side screws 17/32 H EX Allen screwdriver for AC stud connector SolarEdge supplied level SolarEdge supplied DC / interlock conduit(s) Standard flat-head screwdrivers set Non-contact voltage detector Cordless drill (with a torque clutch) or screwdriver and bits suitable for the surface on which the inverter andoptimisers will be installed and for opening theConnection Unitdrill guides. Use of an impact driver isnotallowed. Appropriate mounting hardware ( for example: stainless bolts, nuts, and washers) for attaching: the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) mounting brackets to the mounting surface the power optimisers to the racking (not required for smart modules) ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE Modules with SolarEdge power optimisers are safe. They carry only a low safety voltage before the inverter is turned ON. As long as the power optimisers are not connected to the inverter or the inverter is turned OFF, each power optimiser will output a safe voltage of 1V.
Sinon, le système SolarEdge installé peut être dangereux ou causer des problèmes fonctionnels, tels que les défauts de terre, qui peuvent provoquer un arrêt de l’onduleur. Afin d'assurer la compatibilité mécanique entre les optimiseurs de puissance SolarEdge et les modules auxquels ils sont connectés:.
Step 1: Mounting and Grounding the Power Optimizers Do not use extension cables between a module and a power optimiser, between two modules connected to the same optimiser, or between two optimisers other than in the cases specified below. You can use extension cables between power optimisers only from row to row, around obstacles within a row, and from the end of the string to the inverter, as long as the maximum distance is not exceeded. The minimum and maximum string length guidelines are stated in the power optimiser datasheets. Refer to the D esigner for string length verification. The D esigner is available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/us/products/installer-tools/designer#/. Completely shaded modules may cause their power optimisers to temporarily shut down. This will not affect the performance of the other power optimisers in the string, as long as the minimum number of unshaded power optimisers connected in a string of modules is met. If under typical conditions fewer than the minimum optimisers are connected to unshaded modules, add more optimisers to the string. Equipment grounding tightening torques: 4-6 AWG: 45 lb-in, 8 AWG: 4 0 lb-in, 10-14 AWG: 35 lb-in. T o allow for heat dissipation, maintain a 2.5 cm / 1" clearance distance between the power optimiser ...
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1 These methods have been evaluated by a nationally recognized testing laboratory as part of the optimiser evaluation. The SolarEdge-supplied grounding lug kit has been evaluated only for use with SolarEdge power optimizers. It is not intended or listed to be used as a general purpose grounding lug with other electrical equipment.
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Step 1: Mounting and Grounding the Power Optimizers Figure 5: Power optimiser installation and grounding using a star washer For mounting on rails with sliding nut fasteners: If the star washer cannot be used, use the SolarEdge grounding plate (purchased separately) between the railing and the flat side of the mounting bracket. Use mounting specific hardware as needed. Apply torque of 9.5 N*m / 7 lb*ft. See Figure 6 Figure 6: Power optimiser installation and grounding using a grounding plate ...
Figure 8: Power optimiser connectors Step 3: Connecting Power Optimisers in Strings You can construct parallel strings of unequal length, that is, the number of power optimisers in each string does not have to be the same. The minimum and maximum string lengths are specified in the power datasheets. Refer to the SolarEdge Site Designer for string length verification. NOTE Use at least 11 AWG/ 4 mm² DC cables. The total conductor length of the string (excluding power optimisers’ conductors; including home runs and necessary extensions between optimisers) should not exceed:...
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Step 3: Connecting Power Optimisers in Strings 1. Connect the Minus (-) output connector of the string’s first power optimiser to the Plus (+) output connector of the string’s second power optimiser. 2. Connect the rest of the power optimisers in the string in the same manner. Figure 9: Power optimisers connected in series 3. If you intend to monitor the installation, using the SolarEdge monitoring platform, record the physical location of each power optimiser, as described in Creating Logical and Physical Layout using Installation Information on page 55. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
When a module is connected to a power optimiser, the power optimiser outputs a safe voltage of 1V (±0.1V). Therefore, the total string voltage should equal 1V times the number of power optimisers connected in series in the string. For example, if 10 power optimisers are connected in a string, then 10V should be produced. Make sure the PV modules are exposed to sunlight during this process. The power optimiser will only t urn ON if t he PV module provides at least 2W. In SolarEdge systems, due to the introduction of poweroptimisers between the PV modules and the inverter, the short circuit current I and the open circuit voltage V hold different meanings from those in traditional systems. For more information about the SolarEdge s ystem’s string voltage and current, refer to the V and I in SolarEdge Systems Technical Note, available on the SolarEdge website at: https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/isc_and_voc_in_solaredge_sytems_ technical_note.pdf . To verify proper power optimiser connection: Measure the voltage of each string individually before connecting it to the other strings or to the inverter. Verify correct polarity by measuring the string polarity with a voltmeter. Use a voltmeter with at least 0.1V measurement accuracy. NOTE Since the inverter is not yet operating, you may measure the string voltage and verify correct polarity on the DC wires inside the Connection Unit.
Secondary Unit Package Contents Secondary Unit Mounting bracket kit Two Allen screws for fastening the unit to the mounting bracket Machine screws for connecting the interlocks Conduits Identifying the Units The stickers on the Primary Unit and on the Connection Unit specify the inverter's S erial Number and Electrical Ratings. When opening a site in the SolarEdge monitoring platform and when contacting SolarEdge support, provide the inverter's serial number. Primary Unit Interface Figure 10: Primary Unit interface -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
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While the switch is in for 5 seconds. 5 seconds, then released. P, all LEDs are ON Activates the Wi-Fi access point for connecting to the SolarEdge Inverter SetApp Switch moved to P for more than Starts pairing 5 seconds, then released.
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Primary Unit Interface LEDs: three LEDs indicate, by color and state (on/ off/ blinking / flickering /alternating ), different system information, such as errors or performance indications. Generally, the main L ED indications are: Blue ON - the inverter is communicating with the monitoring platform Green ON - the system is producing Green blinking - AC is connected but the system is not producing Red ON - system error Figure 12: LEDs The following table describes system performance information by LED color and ON/OFF/P switch position. ON/ OFF/ P LED color Indication switch Comment Green Blue position S_OK: ON communication S_OK: ON with the Power optimisers not Blinking...
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Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) ON/ OFF/ P LED color Indication switch Comment Green Blue position The upgrade Inverter firmware process can ON / P Alternating Alternating Alternating upgrade take up to 20 minutes Refer to Errors ON/ OFF/ ON/ OFF / Error...
Connection Unit Interface Connection Unit Interface The Connection Unit is part of the Primary Unit. NOTE In the following figure the connections to the Secondary Unit are shown only on the left side of the Connection Unit;for an inverter that has two Secondary Units, similar connections are located on the other side of the unit as well.
Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Secondary Unit Interface Figure 14: Secondary Unit interface The Secondary units connectors are for connection to the Primary Unit: DC (MC4) connectors: for connection of the PV installation Communication connector: for communication options AC connector: for connection of the AC Opening Conduit Drill Guides This section describes how to open the AC and DC drill guides. This step may be performed before or after mounting the inverter. To open conduit drill guides: 1. Ensure that the Connection Unit and inverter O N/OFF switch are set to OFF. 2. ...
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Opening Conduit Drill Guides 4. Open the required AC and DC conduit openings according to the conduits used in the installation. T he conduit entries (usually covered) and the drill guides are located at the bottom of the enclosure. Figure 16: Connection Unit drill guides Open the DC entry cover. If needed, knockout the DC drill guide. NOTE The Connection Unit is provided with one open DC conduit opening and with one closed drill guide. If you require an additional conduit entry, open the drill guide. ...
- un auxiliaire de levage lors du retrait. CAUTION! SolarEdge inverters can be installed at a minimum distance of 50 m/ 164 ft from the shoreline of an ocean or other saline environment, as long as there are no direct salt water splashes on the inverter.
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Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) 2. To allow proper heat dissipation, maintain the following minimum clearance areas between the inverter and other objects: NOTE The Primary unit is longer than the Secondary Unit, therefore make sure the mounting location is high enough to fit the Primary Unit and leaves sufficient space for cable entry. ...
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Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) 3. If you are not using the level: Position the mounting brackets against the wall and mark the required drilling holes locations. The distance between neighboring holes from different brackets should be 9 cm / 3-5/8"Figure 18 to ensure a distance of 1.2" (3 cm) between inverter units. NOTE Make sure to maintain the required distance between brackets and units, otherwise the cables connecting the Secondary Unit(s) to the Connection Unit may not reach the connectors. Figure 18: Brackets spacing If you are using the level: a. ...
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Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) 6. Mount t he Primary Unit: a. Lift the Primary Unit from its sides. b. Align the two indentations in the e nclosure with the two triangular mounting tabs of the bracket, and lower the unit until it rests on the bracket evenly (see Figure 20). c. Insert the supplied screw through the right side of the heat sink and into the bracket. Figure 20: Hanging units 7. Mount the Secondary Unit(s): There is no specific order for hanging the Secondary Units. When installing a 2 unit inverter, mount the Secondary Unit to the left of the Primary Unit. Lift the Secondary Unit(s) from the sides, or hold it at the top and bottom of the unit to lift into place. Align the two indentations in the enclosure with the two triangular mounting tabs of the bracket, and lower the u nit until it rests on the bracket evenly ( see Figure 20). ...
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Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) 9. Connect the C onnection Unit cables to the Secondary Unit(s) connectors: Communication cable to communication connector AC cable to AC connector: a. Position the cable so that the arrows are facing you. b. Plug the A C cable into the Secondary Unit. c. Rotate the cable connector clockwise to fasten it. Figure 22: Connecting the AC connector to a Secondary Unit NOTE When connecting the AC cable to the left Secondary Unit, loop the cable ( see the following figure) to prevent pressure on the gland.
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Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Figure 23: Connecting the Connection Unit to the Secondary Unit d. Assemble the two parts of the cable lock (supplied with the inverter) around the cable connector, making sure that the orientation of the printed text on the lock is correct. Push the parts t ogether until they click to lock. To open t he lock use a flat-bladed screwdriver. Figure 24: Cable lock DC cables to DC+ and DC- connectors: Connect the DC wires and the DC interlock trimmer lines from the S econdary Unit(s) to the Connection Unit, using the supplied conduits. The DC wires and the interlock lines are pre- connected to the Secondary Unit. The inverter interlock is used to mechanically interlock t he inverter ...
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Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) d. Attach the other end of the conduit connector t o the conduit entry on the side of the Connection Unit and push it in until it clicks into place. Figure 26: Connecting the conduit to the Connection Unit NOTE When connecting the right Secondary unit to the Connection Unit , loop the conduit before connecting it to the Connection Unit. e. Connect the lugs with the supplied machine screw to one of the captive screws at the top corner of the Connection Unit .If you are using another Secondary Unit repeat this step to connect the lugs to the Connection Unit. Figure 27: Connecting the interlock f. Connect the DC wires (Plus and Minus) from the Secondary Unit(s) to the terminal blocks in the Connection Unit. I f you are using another Secondary Unit repeat this step to connect the DC wires to the Connection Unit.
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Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Figure 28: Connecting the DC wires -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Figure 29: Inside the Connection Unit NOTE SolarEdge's fixed input voltage architecture enables the parallel strings to be of different lengths. Therefore, they do not need to have the same number of power optimisers, as long as the length of each string is within the permitted range.
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1. Turn OFF the AC circuit breaker. 2. Open the Connection Unit cover: Release the six Allen screws and carefully move the cover horizontally before lowering it. CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. 3. Remove the terminal block c over. 4. Insert the cable through the AC drill guide that was opened.
Chapter 4: Connecting the AC and DC Strings to the Connection Unit 7. Crimp the lugs on the AC wires. CAUTION! Only use compression lugs of the one -hole standard barrel 600v type . Do not use mechanical lugs (chair lugs) as they may pose a safety risk. NOTE The following are the requirements for the Lugs: Bolt hole size: M* (5/16"). Compression lugs only (no m echanical lugs). Compression lugs of the one-hole, standard barrel, 600v type. 4/0 lugs shall be of the narrow tongue type Maximum wire size: 4/0 AWG Maximum lug tongue thickness: 0.16" Maximum lug tongue width: 0.9" 8. Apply heat shrink insulation to the lug barrels. 9. Connect the wires to the terminal blocks with a proper tool according to the labels on the terminals. 10. ...
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For systems with four PV strings per unit or more, fuses may need to be installed in both the positive and negative conductors as required by NEC Article 690.9. For more information, refer to the Technical Note “String Fusing Requirements in SolarEdge Systems” at http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/string_fusing_requirements.pdf.
Chapter 4: Connecting the AC and DC Strings to the Connection Unit 5. Close the Connection Unit cover: Attach the switch cover and secure it by tightening the six screws with a torque of 1.2 N*m / 0.9 ft.*lb. 6. Ensure proper conduit sealing; inspect the entire conduit run and use standard conduit sealants to avoid water penetration. Setting the Inverter to Support 208V 3-wire Grid SolarEdge inverters that support the 208V 3-wire grid a re equipped with two fuse holders and a fuse in each unit. The position of the fuse configures the AC grid connection: 4- wire or 3-wire grid connection. By default, the fuse is located in the 4-wire fuse holder of the inverter, and in the 3-wire fuse holder there is a plastic dummy fuse. To set the inverter for 3-wire grid connection, you must move the fuse from the 4-wire fuse holder, marked as Y GRID, to the 3-wire fuse holder, marked as ∆ GRID (see Figure 32). To set the inverter for 208V 3-wire grid connection: NOTE Perform this procedure for all inverter units.
Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp If applicable, you can connect communication options at this stage, as described in Setting Up Communication on page 57. Once all connections are made, the system should be activated and commissioned using the I nverter SetApp mobile application. You can download the app from the Apple App Store and Google Play p rior to reaching the site. Internet connection is required for the download and for the one-time registration, however not required for using the SetApp. Step 1: Activating the Installation During system activation, a Wi-Fi connection is created between the mobile device and the inverter and ...
Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter Step 2: Commissioning and Configuring the Installation This section describes how to use the SetApp menus for commissioning and configuring the inverter settings. Menus may vary in your application depending on your system type. To access the Commissioning screen: Do one of the following: During first time installation: Upon Activation completion, in the SetApp, tap Start Commissioning. The main Commissioning menu screen is displayed. If the inverter has already been activated and commissioned: a. If not already ON - turn ON AC to the inverter by turning ON the circuit breaker on the main distribution panel. b. If not already ON - move the Connection Unit switch to the ON position. c. Open S etApp and follow the instructions on the screen (scan the inverter bar-code; move the ON/OFF/P switch to P position (for less than 5 sec) and release). ...
Communication Communication settings can be configured only after communication connections are complete. Refer to Setting Up Communication on page 57. 1. Select the Communication menu to define and configure the following: The communication option used by t he inverter to communicate with the m onitoring platform The communication option used to communicate between multiple S olarEdge devices or other external non-SolarEdge devices, such as electricity meters or loggers. 2. Tap the Server red arrow to set the communication method to be used for communication between devices and the SolarEdge monitoring platform. The default is LAN. NOTE The Server menu shows only the communication options installed in the inverter. For detailed information about all the configuration options, refer to the Communication Options Application Note, available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/solaredge-communication_options_ application_note_v2_250_and_above.pdf.
For P(Q) diagram refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application_ note_p_q_diagram_of_se_inverters_en_and_na.pdf. NOTE SolarEdge inverters with “Grid Support” functionality (as marked on the inverter certification label), are compliant with UL 1741 Supplement A. The functionality is built into the inverter and no additional external device is required. Device Manager From the Commissioning menu, select Device Manager to configure various system Smart Energy ...
Information Information From the Commissioning menu, select Information to view and set various system settings, as described below. CPU Version: The communication board firmware version DSP 1/2 Version: The d igital board firmware version NOTE Please have these numbers ready when you contact SolarEdge Support. Serial Number - The inverter serial number as appears on the enclosure sticker Hardware IDs: Displays the following HW serial numbers (if exist, and connected to the inverter): This inverter: t he inverter's ID Meter # : Energy meter ID (up to 3 meters can be connected) ZB: Z igBee Plug-in MAC address ...
Step 3: Verifying Proper Activation and Commissioning 1. Select Information and verify that the correct firmware versions are installed on each inverter. 2. Select Status and verify that inverter is operating and producing power (see also Viewing System Status on page 47). 3. Verify that the number of paired optimisers is the same as the number of physically installed power optimisers. 4. Verify that additional configurations were properly set by viewing the relevant Status screens. 5. Verify that the green inverter LED is steadily lit. Your SolarEdge power harvesting system is now operational. Viewing System Status During normal operation, the Status screen displays all the inverter settings and operation status. Scroll up or down to display various status parameters a s described in the following sections. The LED indication provides m ore information about system performance; Refer toLEDs on page 23LEDs on page 1. To access the Status screen: From the Commissioning menu select Status. The main inverter Status screen is displayed (see below). A red or orange icon (for example: ) may appear at the top left corner of a status cell, indicating an error. The color indicates error severity (red is top severity). The error description or information appears ...
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S_OK: The connection to the m onitoring platform. ( Server Connected appears only if the inverter is connected to the monitoring platform). Status: The inverter operation status: Off, Not Paired, Night Mode, Error, Pairing, or Production Switch: Indicates the position of the inverter ON/OFF/P switch: On, Off, or P position. CosPhi: Indicates the ratio between active and reactive power.A negative value indicates a lagging CosPhi. For more information, refer to the Power Control Application Note, available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application_ note_power_control_configuration.pdf. Limit: The inverter maximum output power Country: The selected country and grid setting Voltage (Vdc): The DC input voltage Temp (°C or °F): The inverter heat sink temperature Fan: Provides information about the fan status: OK, or Not working. For more information, refer to External Fan Maintenance and Replacement on page 76. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter Site Status The Site status screen shows the accumulated status of all inverters connected to a master inverter in a chain (bus) and the master inverter status. For inverters with secondary units, the status of secondary units is displayed on the screen. If a secondary unit is not operating, its column is grayed-out. Status Site Production Limit Inverters 1.00 MW 1.00 MW 10/10 Inverter SN 07318000C Power Voltage Frequency 100 kW 277 Vac 60.9 Hz P_OK: 141 0f 141 S_OK Server Connected Optimizers Connected...
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Site Status Inverter status: Displays status parameters of the primary unit of the master inverter. Refer to Main Inverter Status on page 47 for detailed information. Inverter Units: Displays the status parameters of the master’s primary unit and secondary units. Refer to the values description in the Main Inverter Status section above. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
For each communication option, one of the following statuses is displayed: Connected: The inverter established a successful connection and communication with the specified server port NC: Not Connected. Refer to Troubleshooting Communication on page 73 S_OK: The connection to the m onitoring platform is successful (should appear only if the inverter is connected to the server) N/A : Not Applicable x of y: Number of devices connected out of all devices Temporarily displayed (with a clock sign): Initializing communication Connecting to a network Connecting to SolarEdge servers Error message (with the sign). Refer to Troubleshooting Communication on page 73. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Inverter Energy Status Inverter Energy Status Displays the total energy produced during the last day, month, year and since inverter installation. Inverter Energy Today This Month This Year 45 kWh 1.14 MWh 13.68 MWh Total: 41.03 MWh Today: since midnight This Month: since 1st of the current month This Year: since January 1st Total (Wh): The inverter total energy. If an external meter is installed, the value displayed in this line depends on the meter type connected to the inverter and its location: If a bidirectional meter is connected at the consumption point, this value is the consumed energy. If the meter is installed at the production point, this value is the energy produced by the site. If the meter is installed at the grid connection point, this value is the energy exported to the grid. Meter Status Meters Export –...
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Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter Energy: The total energy read by the meter. The value displayed in this line depends on the meter type connected to the inverter and its location: If a bidirectional meter is connected at the consumption point, this value is the consumed energy. If the meter is installed at the production connection point, this value is the energy produced by the site. If the meter is installed at the grid connection point, this value is the energy exported to the grid. NOTE This data is accumulated according to an internal real-time clock. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Reporting and Monitoring Installation Data NOTE Monitoring the site requires connecting the inverter to the monitoring platform, using any of the wired or wireless options available from SolarEdge. Refer to Setting Up Communication on page 57. The Monitoring Platform The monitoring platform provides enhanced PV performance monitoring and yield assurance through ...
Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter Creating Logical and Physical Layout using Installation Information To display a logical layout, insert the inverterserial number in the new site created in the monitoring platform. When the communication between the inverter and the monitoring server is established, the logical layout is displayed. To display a physical layout, you need to map the locations of the installed power optimisers. To map the locations, use one of the methods described in the next sections. Designer Designer recommends i nverter and power optimizer selection per site size and enables report generation.You can create a project in Designer and export the site design with the string layout to the monitoring platform. For more information, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/products/installer- tools/designer#/. Mapper Application Use the Mapper smart phone application t o scan the power optimiser and inverter 2D bar-codes and create a virtual map of a PV site for enhanced monitoring and easier maintenance. Th Mapper application is integrated with the m onitoring platform and enables: Simple on-site registration of new systems. Creating, editing and verifying system physical layout. Scanning and assigning the power optimiser serial number to the correct module in the system ...
Using a Paper Template Using a Paper Template Fill out the Physical Layout Template (downloadable from the SolarEdge website http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/physical-layout-template.pdf) using the detachable 2D barcode stickers on each power optimiser. Once the form is completed, use the Mapper to scan the 2D codes and c reate the map in the m onitoring platform. Optionally, you can send the sticker sheet t o SolarEdge Support for physical layout creation. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication The inverter sends the following information to the monitoring platform: Power optimiser information received via the DC power lines (the PV output circuit) Inverter information Information of any other connected devices This chapter describes setting up communication between: the inverter and the monitoring platform through the Internet (wired/ wireless), or through a cellular connection multiple inverters f or a master/slave configuration Communication setup is not required for power harvesting, however it is needed for using the monitoring platform. NOTE It is recommended to connect communication connections before connecting the AC, for easier access to the communication board.
Communication Options Communication Options The following types of communication can be used to transfer the monitored information from the inverter to the m onitoring platform. Only communication products offered by SolarEdge are supported. Ethernet Ethernet is used for a LAN connection. For connection instructions refer to C reating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection on page 61. RS485 RS485 is u sed for the connection of multiple SolarEdge devices on the same bus in a master-slave configuration. RS485 can also be used as an interface to external d evices, such as meters and third party data loggers. RS485-1: Enables the connection of multiple inverters over the same bus, such that connecting only one inverter to the Internet is sufficient to provide communication services for all the inverters o n the bus. RS485-1 has built-in surge protection. RS485-2: Enables connection of non-SolarEdge devices. For connection instructions refer to Creating an RS485 Bus Connection on page 65 This wireless communication option ( purchased separately) enables using a GSM connection to connect one or several devices (depending on the data plan used) to the monitoring platform. The GSM Plug-in is provided with a user manual, which should be reviewed prior to connection. Refer to http://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/cellular_gsm_ installation_guide.pdf -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Communication Connectors The Primary Unit has communication glands for connecting the various communication options to the inverter, as described in the following table. Unused openings should remain sealed. Gland# Opening Functionality two large openings Cellular 4.5-7 mm one small opening Primary Unit external antenna cable 2-4 mm three large openings power reduction and RS485-2 2.5-5 mm Connection Unit three openings Ethernet connection (CAT5/6) and RS485 -1 Figure 33: Primary Unit Figure 34: Connection Unit bottom...
Open the Primary Unit c over to access the communication board to: GSM- connect a GSM modem. See Communication Options on page 58. RS485-1 - connected to the Connection Unit communication board. For connecting multiple inverters over the same bus, connect RS485 wires to the terminal blocks o n the Connection Unit Communication Board. For more information see, Connection Unit Communication Board on page 61 RS485-2 - connect a non-SolarEdge device, s uch as a meter or a third party data logger, to the RS485-2 connector. Every pair of in and out wires are connected to the same pin. Power Reduction Interface (PRI) - connect a power reduction device. See application_note_power_ control_configuration.pdf Figure 35: Primary Unit communication board -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. Lors du retrait du couvercle, assurez-vous de ne pas endommager les composants internes.
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If using a cable longer than 10 m / 33 ft in areas where there is a risk of induced voltage surges by lightning, it is recommend to use external surge protection devices. For details refer to: http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/lightning_surge_ protection.pdfhttp://www.solaredge.us/files/pdfs/lightning_surge_protection.pdf. Figure 37: Example of Ethernet connection To connect the Ethernet cable: 1. ...
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Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication 4. Push the cable into the cut opening of the rubber fitting. Figure 38: Communication gland and rubber fitting CAT5/5E STP cables have eight wires (four twisted pairs), as shown in the diagram below. Wire colors may differ from one cable to another. You can use either wiring standard, as long as both sides of the cable have the same pin-out and color-coding. Wire Color 10Base-T Signal RJ45 Pin # 100Base-TX Signal T568B T568A White/Orange White/Green Transmit+ Orange Green Transmit- White/Green White/Orange Receive+ Blue Blue Reserved White/Blue White/Blue...
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Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection Figure 39: Standard cable wiring 5. Use a pre-crimped cable to connect via the gland to the RJ45 port on the inverter's communication board or, if using a spool of cable, connect as follows: a. Insert the cable through the gland. Figure 40: Inserting communication cables b. Remove the cable’s external insulation using a crimping tool or cable cutter and expose eight wires. c. Insert the eight wires into an RJ45 connector, as described Figure 39. d. Use a crimping tool to crimp the connector. e. Connect the Ethernet connector to the RJ45 port on the communication board as shown in Figure 39. Figure 41: Connection Unit Communication board 6. For the switch/router side, use a pre-crimped cable or use a crimper to prepare an RJ45 communication connector. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
LAN by default. NOTE If your network has a firewall, you may need to configure it to enable the connection to the following address: Destination Address: prod.solaredge.com Modbus TCP Port: 22222 (for incoming and outgoing data) Creating an RS485 Bus Connection The RS485 option enables creating a bus of connected inverters, consisting of up to 31 slave inverters and ...
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Creating an RS485 Bus Connection To connect the RS485 communication bus: 1. Open the communication gland. CAUTION! The gland includes a rubber waterproof fitting, which should be used to ensure proper sealing. Le cote interne du gland contient une rondelle qui doit être utilisée pour une bonne étancheïté. 2. ...
Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication 5. Loosen the screws of pins A(+), B(-), and G in either the 'Out' or 'In' RS485 terminal block. Figure 44: RS485 terminal block wire connections 6. Insert the wire ends into the G, A and B pins shown above. Use one terminal block for the previous inverter in the bus and the other terminal block for the next inverter in the bus, as shown in Figure 45. You can use any color wire for each of the A, B and G connections, as long as: The same color wire is used for all A pins the same color for all B pins and the same color for all G pins The wire for G is not from the same twisted pair as A or B. 7. Connect all B, A and G pins in all inverters. The following figure shows this connection schema: Figure 45: Connecting the inverters on a bus 8. Tighten the terminal blocks screws. 9. Check that the wires are fully inserted and cannot be pulled out easily. 10. Push the RS485 terminal blocks firmly all the way into the connectors on the communication board, see Figure 43.
All inverters are configured by default as slaves. To configure the master: 1. Verify the ON/OFF/P switch is OFF. 2. Verify that AC is on. 3. Turn ON the Connection Unit. 4. Use SetApp to access the Commissioning menu screen as described in Communication on page 44. 5. From the Commissioning menu tap Communication. The Communication screen is displayed. 6. Select the following to configure the connection: Server è LAN RS485-1 è Protocol è SolarEdge Master RS485-1 è Slave Detect The system starts automatic detection of the s lave inverters connected to the master inverter. The inverter should report the correct number of slaves. If it does not, verify the connections and terminations. 7. To check the slave IDs and last communication time, select RS485-1 è Slave List. 8. Verify the connection of the master to the m onitoring platform, as described in the next section. Verifying the Connection After connecting and configuring a communication option, perform the following steps to check that ...
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Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication 3. Check that S_OK - Server Connected status appears in the main inverter section: Status Inverter SN 07318000C Power Voltage Frequency 100 kW 277 Vac 60.9 Hz P_OK: 138 of 141 S_OK Optimizers Connected Server Connected Status Switch Production CosPhi Limit Country 1.00 No Limit USA2 Voltage Temp 850 Vdc...
Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting This appendix describes general system problems, and how to troubleshoot them. For further assistance, contact SolarEdge Support. Identifying Errors Errors may be indicated in various system interfaces: On the inverter bottom panel, a red LED indicates an error. In the monitoring platform and the S etApp, errors are displayed with codes. For more information on the codes displayed for error and warning messages, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/troubleshooting_for_se_inverter_ insallation_guide_addendum_na.pdf. This document describes errors that appear in SetApp, monitoring platform, and LCD (for inverters with LCD). To identify the error types, use the methods described below. To identify the error type using the inverter LEDs: 1. Move the ON/OFF/P switch to P position for less than 5 seconds and release it. 2. Observe the LED lights and use the following table to identity the error type. For more information, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/us/leds. LED color and state...
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Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting 2. Right-click the inverter and s elect Info from the menu (Figure 46). The inverter details window is displayed (Figure 47). Figure 46: Inverter menu 3. Click the Errors tab. The l ist is displayed. Figure 47: Inverter details - Error list -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
1V safety voltage. If a malfunctioning power optimiseris located, check its connections, polarity, module, and voltage. Contact SolarEdge Support. Do not continue before finding the problem and replacing the malfunctioning power optimiser. If a malfunction cannot be...
Ping to google.com failed. Connect a laptop and check for internet connection. If internet access is No Internet connection unavailable, contact your IT admin or your internet provider. Ping or connection to SolarEdge server failed. Check LAN Conf the SolarEdge server address, under sub- menu: No connection to SolarEdge servers Address: prod.solaredge.com...
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Additional Troubleshooting Internet. 5. Check whether a firewall or another type of network filter is blocking communication. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications The following figures provide dimensions of the Primary Unit, Connection Unit and Secondary Unit. Primary Unit and Connection Unit Figure 48: Primary Unit and Connection Unit - front, side and rear views Secondary Unit Figure 49: Secondary Unit - front, side and rear views ...
Appendix C: External Fan Maintenance and Replacement Appendix C: External Fan Maintenance and Replacement The Primary and Secondary Units have two fans each: one is internal a nd the other is accessible from the outside of the unit. This appendix describes external fan replacement. A fan replacement kit is available from SolarEdge. Figure 50: Primary Unit (left) and Secondary Unit (right) external fans Fan Maintenance At least once a year, open the fan screen and clean the accumulated dust using a brush. If the SetApp Status screen displays the status Not Working for the fan (refer to Main Inverter Status on page 47), replace the fan as described in the next section. External Fan Replacement 1. ...
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Appendix C: External Fan Maintenance and Replacement 7. After powering up the inverter, check the fan status on SetApp: Select Commissioning è Status. ð -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. Lors du retrait du couvercle, assurez-vous de ne pas endommager les composants internes.
Appendix D: Replacing System Components 6. Unscrew the two conduit nuts in the Primary Unit securing it to the Connection Unit. Figure 52: Conduit nuts 7. Remove the screw securing the Primary Unit to the mounting bracket and remove the Primary Unit from the mounting bracket. NOTE If you remove the Primary Unit and do not immediately install a new one, then: Lock the Connection Unit in the OFF position using a lock on the switch. Use insulation tape to isolate each of the AC and DC wires.
Slide the cover down and remove it. CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. Lors du retrait du couvercle, assurez-vous de ne pas endommager les composants internes. SolarEdge ne peut être tenue pour responsable des composants endommagés à...
Appendix D: Replacing System Components Connecting the Connection Unit to the Primary Unit 1. Connect the DC, as follows, see Figure 51: Connect the red wire to any of the DC+ terminals in the inverter. Connect the black wire to any of the DC- terminals in the inverter. 2. Connect the communication wire to the communication board. 3. Connect the AC wires according to the labels on the AC terminal blocks, as follows: Three Phase Inverter Wire type Connect to terminal Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 PE (grounding) Neutral Figure 53: Primary Unit AC terminals 4. ...
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Replacing Power Optimisers 5. In the monitoring platform, use the Replace button i n the logical layout tab (in site Admin). Replace the serial number of the removed power optimiser with the serial number of the newly installed power optimiser. Refer to https://www.solaredge.us/sites/default/files/se-monitoring-portal-site-admin.pdf -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.4...
Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology - Technical Specifications (North America) Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology - Technical Specifications (North America) Three Phase Three Phase Inverters for the Inverters for the 277/480V Grid 208V Grid SE66.6KUS SE100KUS SE43.2KUS Units OUTPUT Rated AC power output 66600 100000 43200...
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Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology - Technical Specifications (North Three Phase Three Phase Inverters for the Inverters for the 277/480V Grid 208V Grid SE66.6KUS SE100KUS SE43.2KUS Units Ground-fault isolation detection 350 MΩ Sensitivity per Unit CEC weighted efficiency 98.5 Night-time power consumption <...
Connection Unit Connection Unit Specifications 66.6kW and 100kW Unit Maximum DC voltage DC to GND Maximum DC current 66k: 2 x40A 100k: 3 x40A Nominal AC voltage Maximum AC current 66.6k: 80A 100k: 120A -40 to 140 / Ambient temperature °F /°C -40 to +60 Weight...