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StorEdge Three Phase
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For Europe and APAC
Version 1.3

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide StorEdge Three Phase Inverter For Europe and APAC Version 1.3...

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    You may refer to the SolarEdge web site (www.solaredge.com) for the most updated version. All company and brand products and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 3: Emission Compliance

      Emission Compliance Emission Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits applied by the local regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Disclaimers     3 Contents Disclaimers Important Notice Emission Compliance Contents Revision History HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Chapter 1: Overview The StorEdge Solution Components Installation Equipment List Inverter Transport and Storage Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers Safety Installation Guidelines Step 1: Mounting the Power Optimizers Step 2: Connecting a PV module to a Power Optimizer...
  • Page 5   Contents Configuring Communication with the Energy Meter Configuring Communication with the Battery Running a Battery Self-test Configuring StorEdge Applications Chapter 7: Setting Up Communication with the Monitoring Platform Communication Options Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection Creating RS485 Bus Connection RS485 Bus Configuration Verifying the Connection Reporting and Monitoring Installation Data Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting...

  • Page 6: Revision History

    Revision History     5 Revision History Version 1.3 (November 2020) Updated Installation Guidelines on page 15. Added a requirement to minimize the distance between the positive and negative DC optimizer cables in Step 3: Connecting Power Optimizers in Strings on page 19. Added the requirement for a special bracket, when installing close to the shoreline in Mounting the Inverter on page 26 .

  • Page 7: Handling And Safety Instructions

    Denotes information about safety issues. Disposal requirements under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations: NOTE Discard this product according to local regulations or send it back to SolarEdge. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! The inverter cover must be opened only after shutting off the inverter P/ON/OFF switch located at the bottom on the inverter .This disables the DC...
  • Page 8 HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS     7   WARNING! Before operating the inverter, ensure that the inverter AC power cable and wall outlet are grounded properly. This product must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the product.
  • Page 9 NOTE A SolarEdge inverters can be installed in sites with an alternative power source such as a generator. SolarEdge requires installing a physical or electronic interlock, which will signal to the inverter when the grid has been disconnected.
  • Page 10 HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS     9 NOTE For battery decommissioning and disposal, follow the manufacturer requirements and instructions. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Overview

      Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview SolarEdge’s StorEdge™ solution for Smart Energy Management, enables connecting a battery to the inverter. Power is stored in the battery and can be used for various applications such as maximized self-consumption and time of use profile programming. For backup power, an inverter specifically designed for backup applications is required;...

  • Page 12: Installation Equipment List

    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 and inverter side screws...

  • Page 13: Inverter Transport And Storage

      Inverter Transport and Storage For CAN Six-wire shielded twisted pair cable with RJ45 connector CAT5/6 twisted pair straight Ethernet cable with RJ45 connector For connecting the battery to the inverter, use copper cables with the following parameters: Maximum length: 5m Cross-section area: 35 or 50 mm Crimping tools Shrinking tools...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Installing The Power Optimizers

    Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers     13 Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers Safety The following notes and warnings apply when installing the power optimizers. Some of the following may not be applicable to smart modules: WARNING! When modifying an existing installation, turn OFF the inverter ON/OFF/P switch and the AC circuit breaker on the main AC distribution panel.
  • Page 15   IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE Modules with SolarEdge power optimizers are safe. They carry only a low safety voltage before the inverter is turned ON. As long as the power optimizers are not connected to the inverter or the inverter is turned OFF, each power optimizer will output a safe voltage of 1V.

  • Page 16: Installation Guidelines

    For the minimum and maximum number of power optimizers in a string (string length), see the power optimizer datasheets. Refer to the Designer for string length verification. The Designer is available on the SolarEdge website at: https://www.solaredge.com/products/installer-tools/designer#/. Do not use extension cables between a module and a power optimizer, between two...
  • Page 17 Frame-mounted power optimizers are mounted directly on the module frame, regardless of racking system (rail-less or with rails). For installation of frame-mounted power optimizers, refer to http://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/installing_frame_ mounted_power_optimizers.pdf. The power optimizer can be placed in any orientation. If connecting more modules than power optimizer inputs in parallel, use a branch cable.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers     17 P860 and M1600 power optimizers Figure 2: Power optimizer clearance When installing PV modules in a confined space such as Building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) modules, ventilation measures may be required to ensure that the power optimizers are not exceeding the maximum temperatures stated in their specifications.

  • Page 19: Step 1: Mounting The Power Optimizers

    . It is recommended to mount the power optimizer in a location protected from direct sunlight. For frame-mounted power optimizers follow the instructions supplied with the optimizers, or refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/installing_frame_ mounted_power_optimizers.pdf.  2. If required, mark the mounting hole locations and drill the hole. CAUTION! Drilling vibrations may damage the power optimizer and will void the warranty.

  • Page 20: Step 3: Connecting Power Optimizers In Strings

     2. To minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI), make sure to minimize the distance between the positive and negative DC cables. For detailed instructions, see: https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se-emi-performance- application-note.pdf.  3. Connect the rest of the power optimizers in the string in the same manner.

  • Page 21: Step 4: Verifying Proper Power Optimizer Connection

    Make sure the PV modules are exposed to sunlight during this process. The power optimizer will only turn ON if the PV module provides at least 2W. In SolarEdge systems, due to the introduction of power optimizers 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.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: Installing The Inverter

    Refer to the sticker on the inverter that specifies its Serial Number and its Electrical Ratings. Provide the serial number when contacting SolarEdge support. The serial number is also required when opening a new site in the SolarEdge monitoring platform. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 23: Inverter Interfaces

      Inverter Interfaces Inverter Interfaces The following figure shows the inverter connectors and components, located at the bottom of the inverter. Figure 4: Inverter Interfaces AC output: AC output gland, AC cable external gauge, M32 (15-21mm diameter) for connection to the grid DC input: MC4 connector, for connection of the PV installation. Two communication glands: for connection of inverter communication options.
  • Page 24 /alternating ), different system information, such as errors or performance indications. For more information, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/leds. The main LED indications are: Blue ON - the inverter is communicating with the monitoring platform Green ON - the system is producing...
  • Page 25   Inverter Interfaces Figure 5: LEDs The following table describes system performance information by LED color and ON/OFF/P switch position. ON/ OFF/ LED Color Indication Comment Switch Green Blue Position S_OK: ON communication Power S_OK: ON with the optimizers not Blinking monitoring No S_OK: OFF paired platform is...
  • Page 26 Chapter 3: Installing the Inverter     25 ON/ OFF/ LED Color Indication Comment Switch Green Blue Position Inverter The upgrade firmware ON / P Alternating Alternating Alternating process can take upgrade up to 5 minutes Refer to "Errors ON/ OFF/ ON/ OFF / Error Blinking/ Blinking...

  • Page 27: Mounting The Inverter

    For SolarEdge inverters installed at a distance of 200 m / 655 ft or closer to the shoreline, special brackets purchased separately from SolarEdge and SS304 stainless screws are required.
  • Page 28 Chapter 3: Installing the Inverter     27  3. Position the mounting bracket against the wall/pole and mark the drilling hole locations : Ensure that the flat edge of the bracket is at the bottom, as in Figure 7 . Use at least two bracket holes. Additional holes can be used to fix the bracket. Determine which and how many holes to use according to mounting surface type and material.

  • Page 29: Selecting A Residual Current Device (Rcd)

    Selecting a Residual Current Device (RCD)   IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE All SolarEdge inverters incorporate a certified internal Residual Current Device (RCD) in order to protect against possible electrocution and fire hazard in case of a malfunction in the PV array, cables or inverter. There are two trip thresholds for the RCD as required for certification (DIN VDE 0126-1-1).
  • Page 30 Install the residual-current device (RCD) in accordance with the applicable local standards and directives. SolarEdge recommends using a type- A RCD. The recommended RCD value is 100 mA or 300 mA unless a lower value is required by the specific local electric codes.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4: Installing The Battery

    Chapter 4: Installing the Battery     30 Chapter 4: Installing the Battery Install the battery in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. In addition, follow these guidelines: Make sure the battery's circuit breaker switch is OFF. For easy access to battery connectors, it is recommended to connect the cables to the battery and to set all battery DIP switches to their correct positions before mounting the battery.

  • Page 32: Chapter 5: Connecting The Inverter

      Chapter 5: Connecting the Inverter Chapter 5: Connecting the Inverter This chapter explains how to connect the inverter to: AC grid DC strings of modules with power optimizers Energy Meter Battery Opening the Inverter Cover  1. Switch the inverter ON/OFF/P switch to OFF. Wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge.

  • Page 33: Connecting The Ac Grid

    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. Strip 60 mm / 2.4'' of the external cable insulation and strip 8 mm / 0.32'' of the internal wire insulation.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Strings To The Inverter

      Connecting the Strings to the Inverter  4. Open the AC gland and insert the AC cable through the gland. Figure 11: Connection to the AC Grid  5. Pass the cable through the tunnel.  6. Thread the AC cable through two ferrite beads supplied with the inverter: one 48 mm and one 39 mm.

  • Page 35: Connecting The Energy Meter

    PV array modules is acceptable. 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 optimizers, as long as the length of each string is within the permitted range.
  • Page 36   Connecting the Energy Meter  2. Open Communication Gland 2 and insert the other end of the communication cable through the gland.   Figure 13: Meter Connection  3. Remove the 3-pin connector from the RS485-1 port on the communication board and loosen its screws. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Battery

    Chapter 5: Connecting the Inverter     36  4. Insert the meter wires into the connector as shown below and tighten them with the screws. Figure 14: Meter Connection 2  5. Connect the connector back to the RS485-1 port.  6. Make sure the RS485-1 DIP switch (the left switch) on the inverter's communication board is OFF.
  • Page 38   Connecting the Battery  5. Remove the plastic cover from the battery terminals. Figure 15: Connection of Battery DC Cables to the Inverter  6. Pass the non-crimped ends of the DC cables through a 48 mm ferrite bead supplied with the inverter.  7. Pass the non-crimped ends of the DC cables from the inside of the inverter outwards, through the battery DC input glands.
  • Page 39 Chapter 5: Connecting the Inverter     38  1. Pass the CAN bus cable through Communication Gland 1. Figure 16: Connection of CAN Cable from Battery to Inverter  2. Connect the cable to the CAN bus connector.  3. Set the DIP switches on the CAN bus board: Two right DIP switches - Switch to ON.

  • Page 40: Closing The Inverter Cover

      Closing the Inverter Cover Connecting the Grounding Cable Connect the grounding cable from the battery to the grounding hole on the side of the inverter, as shown below. Use an M6 screw. Figure 18: Grounding the battery Closing the Inverter Cover  1.
  • Page 41 Chapter 5: Connecting the Inverter     40  3. Fasten all bolts to a torque of 4 N*m in the order, shown below. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 42: Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning And Configuring The System

      Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System You can connect communication options at this stage, as described in Setting Up Communication with the Monitoring Platform on page 47. After completing all connections, activate and commission the system using the inverter SetApp mobile application.

  • Page 43: Step 2: Commissioning And Configuring The Installation

    Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System     42  3. When the activation is complete, do one of the following: Select Connect to Another Device to continue activating additional inverters. Select Start Commissioning for pairing and other system configuration. Step 2: Commissioning and Configuring the Installation This section describes how to use the SetApp menus for commissioning and configuring the inverter settings.
  • Page 44 Refer to Setting Up Communication with the Monitoring Platform on page 47. Select Monitoring Communication to configure communication with the monitoring platform. Select Site Communication to configure communication between multiple SolarEdge devices or external non-SolarEdge devices, such as batteries or loggers. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 45: Step 3: Verifying Proper Activation And Commissioning

    Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System     44 Power Control Power control options are detailed in the Power Control Application Note , available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application_note_power_ control_configuration.pdf. The Grid Control option may be disabled. Enabling it opens additional options in the menu.

  • Page 46: Configuring Communication With The Battery

      Configuring Communication with the Battery value returns to 0, check communication with the CT.  6. Select Meter 1 > Meter Function > Export+Import (E+I). Configuring Communication with the Battery  1. Make sure the battery's circuit breaker switch is ON.  2. Switch the inverter ON/OFF/P switch to OFF.  3.

  • Page 47: Configuring Storedge Applications

    Chapter 6: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System     46 Configuring StorEdge Applications Maximize Self-consumption (MSC) In this mode, the battery is automatically charged and discharged to meet consumption needs. The battery has two states: OFF – the battery is in standby ON –...

  • Page 48: Chapter 7: Setting Up Communication With The Monitoring Platform

    Ethernet is used for a LAN connection. RS485 RS485 is used for the connection of multiple SolarEdge devices on the same bus in a leader-follower configuration. RS485 can also be used as an interface to external devices, such as meters and third party data loggers.

  • Page 49: Creating An Ethernet (Lan) Connection

    Wireless Repeater(s) extend the Wi-Fi signal range between the Wireless Gateway and inverter. Wireless Gateway and Wireless Repeaters can be purchased separately from SolarEdge. For more information, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se-wireless- gateway-wireless-repeater-installation-guide.pdf.
  • Page 50 For details refer to: http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/lightning_surge_ protection.pdf. To connect the Ethernet cable:  1. Remove the inverter cover as described in Opening the Inverter Cover on page 31.
  • Page 51 Chapter 7: Setting Up Communication with the Monitoring Platform     50 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 Reserved Green Orange Received- White/Brown White/Brown Reserved Brown...
  • Page 52 If your network has a firewall, you may need to configure it to enable the connection to the following address: Destination Address: prodssl.solaredge.com TCP Port: 443 (for incoming and outgoing data)  10. Verify the connection, as described in Verifying the Connection on page 55.

  • Page 53: Creating Rs485 Bus Connection

    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 recommended to use external surge protection devices. For details refer to: https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/lightning_ surge_protection.pdf. If grounded metal conduits are used for routing the communication wires, a lightning protection device is not required.
  • Page 54   Creating RS485 Bus Connection Figure 22: RS485 connector on the communication board  4. Insert the wire ends into the B, A and G opening on the connector. You can use any color wire for each of the B, A 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.
  • Page 55  8. Connect the RS485-2 connector to the RS485 port on the communication board.  9. Terminate the first and last SolarEdge inverter in the chain. The inverer can be terminated by switching on (up) the left DIP switch on the communication board.

  • Page 56: Rs485 Bus Configuration

     3. Access SetApp, as described in Communication on page 43.  4. From the Commissioning screen, select Site Communication > RS485-2 > Protocol > SolarEdge > SolarEdge Leader.  5. Return to the RS485-2 screen and select Follower Detect. The system starts automatic detection of the follower inverters connected to the leader inverter.

  • Page 57: Reporting And Monitoring Installation Data

    Reporting and Monitoring Installation Data 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 with the Monitoring Platform on page 47. The Monitoring Platform...
  • Page 58 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 to scan the power optimizer and inverter 2D bar-codes and create a virtual map of a PV site for enhanced monitoring and easier maintenance.
  • Page 59 Once the form is completed, use the Mapper to scan the 2D codes and create the map in the monitoring platform. Optionally, you can send the sticker sheet to SolarEdge Support for physical layout creation. StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 60: Appendix A: Errors And Troubleshooting

      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.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting Communication

    If after follower detection the number of followers displayed for the leader under RS485-1 > Follower Detect is lower than the actual number of followers, refer to the following application note to identify missing followers and troubleshoot connectivity problems: https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/troubleshooting_undetected_RS485_ devices.pdf   StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 62: Storedge Three Phase Inverter Troubleshooting

     3. Check that the selected communication option is properly configured.  4. Use a method independent of the SolarEdge device to check whether the network and modem are operating properly. For example, connect a laptop to the Ethernet router and connect to the Internet.

  • Page 63: Power Optimizer Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting     62 1DxA1 Battery not selected Configure battery as required. Verify that the battery is connected to the Operation conditions inverter as required, battery voltage is 1DxA2 verification failed within range and the battery is enabled (power and communication).
  • Page 64 1V safety voltage. If a malfunctioning power optimizeris located, check its connections, polarity, module, and voltage.  3. Contact SolarEdge Support. Do not continue before finding the problem and replacing the malfunctioning power optimizer. If a malfunction cannot be bypassed or resolved, skip the malfunctioning power optimizer, thus connecting a shorter string.

  • Page 65: Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications

    Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications     64 Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications The following figure provides inverter dimensions in mm [in]. Figure 25: StorEdge Three Phase Inverter dimensions StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 66: Appendix C: Safedc

      Appendix C: SafeDC™ Appendix C: SafeDC™ The SolarEdge inverters are certified for compliance with the following standards as disconnection devices for PV generators, meaning that they can replace a DC disconnect: IEC 60947-3:1999 + Corrigendum: 1999 + A1:2001 + Corrigendum 1:2001 + A2:2005;...

  • Page 67: Storedge Three Phase Inverter - Technical Specifications

    StorEdge Three Phase Inverter - Technical Specifications     66 StorEdge Three Phase Inverter - Technical Specifications SE5K-RWS / SE7K-RWS / SE8K-RWS / SE10K-RWS SE10K-   SE5K-RWS SE7K-RWS SE8K-RWS Unit OUTPUT Rated AC Power Output 5000 7000 8000 10000 Maximum AC Power Output 5000 7000 8000...
  • Page 68 -40 - +60 ˚C Cooling Internal and external fans   Noise < 50 (1) Antenna kit for ZigBee/Wi-Fi communication should be purchased separately (2) For all standards refer to Certifications category in Downloads page: http://www.solaredge.com/groups/support/downloads StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...
  • Page 69 StorEdge Three Phase Inverter - Technical Specifications     68 Protection Rating IP65 — Outdoor and Indoor   Mounting Bracket provided   StorEdge Three Phase Inverter MAN-01-00648-1.3...

  • Page 70: Support Contact Information

    System configuration information, including the type and number of modules connected and the number and length of strings. The communication method to the SolarEdge server, if the site is connected. The product's software version as it appears in the status screen.
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