Systems .............9 Requirements for the Installation Site... 34 Technical Description ......10 Mounting the Inverter Bracket ....... 35 Functionality of the Inverter......10 Remove the Inverter from the Packaging ..36 Cooling Concept ..........12 REFUsol 20K...33K-2T 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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Main Menu > 2. Event List ........51 6.2.3 Main Menu > 3. System Info ........51 6.2.4 Main Menu > 4. System Time ........51 6.2.5 Main Menu > 5. Software (firmware) Update ..52 REFUsol 20K...33K-2T 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
Scope of this Manual stand. This manual applies to the following products: Tab. 1: Symbols/signs ∘ REFUsol 20K-2T Solar Inverter ∘ REFUsol 33K-2T Solar Inverter Symbol Meaning Useful information on the optimal and most eco- nomical use of the product.
▸ Measures required to avoid the danger. NOTICE Can lead to property damage if ignored. ▸ Follow the warnings to avoid damage or destruction of the product! About this Manual REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Presentation of Information 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
Rules for Safe Installation and Operation 5 min ∘ Do not attempt to install or operate the product without proper training. ∘ Ground the product properly. Fig. 1: Symbols on the product REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Safety and Responsibility 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Safety Guidelines...
Designated Use well as his knowledge of the relevant regulations, can The REFUsol 20K...33K-2T, is a solar inverter, which assess the work assigned to him, recognize possible transforms the direct current generated by the PV gen- dangers and take suitable safety measures.
Personal Protective Equipment REFU Elektronik GmbH recommends to wear the following personal protective equipment. ∘ Safety shoes ∘ Protective gloves ∘ If required: transport aid ∘ Safety goggles REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Safety and Responsibility 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Personal Protective Equipment...
Functionality of the Inverter 4 AC protection (fuse switch disconnector or circuit breaker) 5 Grid protection The REFUsol 20K...33K-2T is a multi-string inverter 6 Isolation transformer is required for medium-voltage grid with two MPP trackers that converts the DC voltage...
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(roof surfaces with differ- inputs due to shading or different orientation (azimuth orientation) ent orientation) or tilt angle), independent mode should be used for the purpose of PV yield optimisation. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Functionality of the Inverter...
∘ The REFUsol 20K...33K-2T is not equipped with inter- Connection Requirements nal potential isolation. ∘ If connected with the medium-voltage-grid, it must at medium Additional required at low voltage be operated with electrically isolating transform- voltage net- equipment network ers.
Transformer Transformer sheet. Compatible Grid Types The REFUsol 20K...33K-2T are compatible with the TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S and TT grid types. When using the TT mains, the voltage between the neutral conductor and earth should be less than 30 V. REFUsol...
7 Heat sink with fans membrane 1 Pressure compensation 6 AC cover 2 DC switch 8 PV connection area IN2 7 Heat sink (20K-2T only) membrane 3 PV connection area IN1 (MPPT2) 2 DC switch 8 PV connection area IN2...
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Brand name Fig. 9: Structure of the type code 528 mm Fig. 10: Dimensions front view 1 Housing cover 2 LED display with membrane keys and status LEDs REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Components and Dimensions...
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528 mm 245 mm Fig. 11: Dimensions side view Fig. 12: Dimensions rear view 1 Heat sink 2 Inverter bracket Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Components and Dimensions 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
Fig. 14: Type plate of the inverter 336 mm 30 mm Communication Interfaces 459 mm Fig. 13: Dimensions of the inverter bracket The REFUsol 20K...33K-2T have 3 communication ports: two RS485 interfaces and one Ethernet/WiFi interface. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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Communication ports, digital inputs Terminal connection Designation DRM0 ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ Function/circuit for power Logic-GND – reduction = 0 % = 30 % = 60 % = 100 % Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Communication Interfaces 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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IN1 IN2 IN3 IN4 GND DRM0 6 mm 6 mm Fig. 16: Pin assignment terminal connection digital inputs Fig. 17: Pin assignment RJ45 for RS485 communication REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Communication Interfaces...
Waiting or test state green Normal operation (inverter in feed mode) 1 Operating status and communication status Fault or permanent fault 2 Real-time measured values AC and DC mains condition REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Display and Operating Elements...
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3 MPPT scan function Lights up during remote 2 RS485 interface active 4 Activity on RS485 bus 4 Real-time power shutdown 5 High inverter internal tem- perature Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Display and Operating Elements 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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3 DC voltage and current per three seconds) measuring channel 6 AC current of phases L1, (changes every three sec- L2 and L3 or AC frequency onds) (changes every three sec- onds) REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Display and Operating Elements...
Normal Normal ror or fault occurs, the inverter goes into the (Feed-in operation) temporary or permanent error state. Fault (temporary) Permanent Fig. 25: Starting the inverter Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Display and Operating Elements 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
The fault is recti- fied by a qualified electrician and by evaluating nent the displayed error code. Fig. 26: Ethernet stick (LSE-3) and WiFi stick (LSW-3) REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 LED Display of the Ethernet and WiFi Stick...
LED lights up for approx. 5 s. Server connection successful: SER LED flashes quickly and NET LED lights up for approx. 7 s. ➪ Start of normal operation. Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T LED Display of the Ethernet and WiFi Stick 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
Communication with solar inverter failed READY Logger status Flashing interval 1 s Logger active Flashing interval 100 ms Restore factory settings Logger not active REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Technical Description 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 LED Display of the Ethernet and WiFi Stick...
Efficiency and Power Diagrams DC voltage (V) Fig. 28: DC voltage power diagram Rated output power [%] Fig. 27: Efficiency diagram AC voltage (V) Fig. 29: AC voltage power diagram Technical Description REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Efficiency and Power Diagrams 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
∘ Voltage tester Quantity 20K- Quantity 33K- ∘ Marker pen Description ∘ Measuring tape REFUsol ∘ Spirit level with protractor 20K-2T or ∘ Warning sign for maintenance work REFUsol 33K-2T Check Scope of Delivery 1. Check the packaging for damage. Inverter bracket If damage is found, do not unpack the inverter and contact the supplier immediately.
MC4 crimp contacts (DC+) MC4 crimp contacts (DC-) Hexagon socket screw M8x80 heavy duty anchor for inverter bracket Operating Manual Fig. 30: Requirement for the installation site REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Installation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Requirements for the Installation Site...
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15° 50 cm 50 cm Fig. 31: Vertical installation Fig. 32: Distances and clearances Installation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Requirements for the Installation Site 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
– or select equivalent fastening material. 5. Tighten all screws of the heavy-duty anchors cross- wise Fig. 33: Minimum installation distance and arrangement of several REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Mounting the Inverter Bracket Fig. 34: Mounting the inverter bracket There are two options for mounting the inverter bracket.
2. To secure the inverter, tighten the M6 hexagon socket screw on the inverter bracket. 3. If necessary, use a lock to prevent theft. Installation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Mount Inverter 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
M5 at the marked potential equalisation con- ✅ The potential equalisation conductor with a cross- nection with a tightening torque of 4.5 Nm. section of 16 mm² is prepared. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Installation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Connect Earthing Conductor...
4. If necessary, protect the potential equalisation con- nection against corrosion. Connect AC Cable Tab. 5: AC fuse and minimum cross-sections of the AC cables Type REFUsol 20K-2T REFUsol 33K-2T Conductor cross ≥ 10 mm² ≥ 16 mm² section* Fuse...
9. Tighten the union nut of the PG cable gland. 4. Check that the ladder is firmly seated. 10.Check proper installation of the AC cable and tight- ness of the AC cover. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Installation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Assembling and Connecting DC Cables...
1. Insert MC4 connectors DC+ and DC- into the corre- sponding housing sockets/plugs until the MC4 con- nectors snap into place. 2. Check safe contacting. Fig. 38: DC cable assembly with MC4 connector Installation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Assembling and Connecting DC Cables 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
4.11 Connect Communication 4.11.1Connect RS485 Communication REFUsol 20K...33K-2T are equipped with an Ethernet 1. Remove the RS485 and digital input cover on the interface as standard. inverter. Device information (yield data, error messages, 2. Slightly loosen the union nut of the PG screw con- alarms, operating status) of the inverter is transmitted nection.
8. Tighten the union nut of the PG screw connection. 9. Check the tightness and the strain relief of the PG screw connection and cover. 6. Fit the RS485 and digital input cover. Installation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Connect Communication 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
2. Slightly loosen the cable gland of the Ethernet adapter. 3. Plug the shielded RJ45 Ethernet cable into the 2. Plug in the WiFi stick. Ethernet stick. 3. Fasten the WiFi stick with two screws. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Installation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Connect Communication...
As soon as an Internet connection is established via The name of the access point is "AP" followed by the WiFi or Ethernet, the REFUsol 20K...33K-2T automatically serial number of the WiFi stick (see WiFi stick type send their operating data to the REFUlog monitoring plate).
6. Switch on the DC switch. 7. Switch on the AC switch. ➪ The inverter goes into feed-in operation (normal). 8. Check and document the correct settings of all safety-related parameters. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Commissioning 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Testing the Electrical Safety...
4 OK key: Confirm selection or ues AC and DC mains 5. Software Update value 9 Performance data 5 ∨ key: Menu level downwards 10 Menu display Operation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Operation, Navigation and Key Functions 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
12.Set Start Parameter ▷ Reset internal energy meter. 13.Set Safety Voltage 14.Set Safety Frequency 3. Clear Events ▷ Delete internal event list. 15.Set Insulation 16.Relay Test 17.Set Reactive Power REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Operation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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Spain RD1699 Europe General Turkey Customer VDE0126 Denmark Cyprus Greece Continent India Netherlands Philippines Belgium New Zealand UK-G59 Brazil (380V) China Slovakia VSD France Slovakia SSE Poland Slovakia ZSD Operation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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▷ If the inverter has been producing energy for more than 24 hours, the country code can only be 12. Set Start Parameter – 16. Relay Test changed after entering a password. Contact REFU (Function not available.) REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Operation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
6.2.3 Main Menu > 3. System Info Tab. 7: RS485 interface settings REFU-USS The system information interface displays the unit Parameter Value information and important settings. Baud rate 57600 Parity even Operation REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
OK key. ▷ Display current system time. 8. Enter password "0715". ➪ The system updates the processors (DSP1/DSP2). For each processor, it displays an "OK" message af- ter success. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Operation 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
SystemInfo > 3. SoftVersion. the error "DSP communicate fail". ▷ To display recorded events, press the ESC key > go to "3. Event List" > press the OK key. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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ID06 VLvrtlow AC voltage is too Check the applied AC voltages; if critical voltage conditions persist, contact your pow- low. er supply company. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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Check that the DC current is within the maximum limits and check the connection to tOCP too high, the hard- the MPPT inputs. If no troubleshooting is possible, contact REFU Service. ware protection is active. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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ID21 MChip_Fault Master chip (DSP) error. ID22 HwAuxPow- Auxiliary voltage erFault error. ID23 BusVoltZer- Measurement er- oFault ror - DC bus volt- age. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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Internal error of the inverter. Switch off the DC switch, wait 5 minutes and switch the stant high. DC switch on again. If no troubleshooting is possible, contact REFU Service. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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The maximum DC currents should be almost symmetrical at both inputs. If no trou- bleshooting is possible, contact REFU Service. ID31- – (Reserved) – ID48 REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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DSP is not consistent - failed. ID51 Consist- Comparison of DC entFault_DCI current readings between master DSP and slave DSP is not consist- ent - failed. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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PV system must be checked; possible causes of the fault could be defec- tive PV cables or MC4 connections. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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The ambient tem- Fault_Env perature is too high. ID60 PE Connect Connection error Check secure contacting of the PE conductor. Fault PE conductor. ID61- – (Reserved) – ID64 Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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DC bus voltage is erVbusUn- unbalanced, an er- balance ror cannot be re- set. ID70 UrecoverO- AC current is too CPInstantDC high, a fault can- not be reset. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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WRITEEE- not recoverable. PROM ID76 Unrecover- The EEPROM is READEE- not recoverable. PROM ID77 Unrecover- The relay has a RelayFail permanent fault. ID78- – (Reserved) – Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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The inverter records ID84 in the event of a remote shutdown. Check the wiring of the switched off by re- remote control input and output signal connector on the communication board ac- mote disconnec- cording to this manual. tion. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
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Lightning Overvoltage pro- Check the surge protection modules (SPD's), if no troubleshooting is possible, con- protection tection modules tact REFU Service. alarm (SPD's) have been triggered. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Main Menu (v2.6) 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
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Switch off the DC switch, wait 5 minutes and switch on the DC switch. If no troubleshooting is possible, contact REFU Service. ID98 SD fault The microSD card Replace the microSD card. is faulty. ID99- – (Reserved) – REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Error Messages and Troubleshooting 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Main Menu (v2.6)
If necessary, clean the inverter with a dry or 12 months slightly damp cloth. Visual inspection and, if necessary, cleaning of 12 months the heat sink. Error Messages and Troubleshooting REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Maintenance 982079 | 05 | 2021-03...
50 kg. Store Inverter ▷ Store inverters in a dry place with an ambient tem- perature between -25 and +70 °C. REFUsol 20K...33K-2T Decommissioning 982079 | 05 | 2021-03 Taking the Inverter Out of Operation...
Art.-No. 850P020.200 850P033.200 posed of in accordance with the regulations of the Number of independent country in which the product is installed. The REFUsol MPPT 20K...33K-2T must not be disposed of together with nor- Number of DC inputs per MPPT mal household waste.
Protection REFUsol Inverter Type 20K-2T 33K-2T Art.-No. 850P020.200 850P033.200 REFUsol Inverter Type 20K-2T 33K-2T Nominal grid frequency 50, 60 Hz Art.-No. 850P020.200 850P033.200 Max. output current 32 A 53 A DC switch Integrated Total harmonic distortion <3 % Safety protection...
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