Table of Contents 1. Notes on this Manual ........................1 1.1 Scope of Validity ........................1 1.2 Target Group ........................1 1.3 Symbols Used ........................1 1.4 Symbols Explanation ......................2 2. Safety ............................2 2.1 Appropriate Usage ......................2 2.2 PE Connection and Leakage Current ...................
1.1 Scope of Validity This manual describes the assembly, installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of the following model(s) of FoxESS products: T3, T4, T5, T6, T8, T10, T12, T15, T17, T20, T25 Note:Store this manual where it will be accessible at all times.
2. Safety 2.1 Appropriate Usage The T Series inverter is designed and tested in accordance with international safety requirements. However, certain safety precautions must be taken into account when installing and operating this inverter. The installer must read and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings in this installation manual.
RCD has to be min 240mA. The device is intended to connect to a PV generator with a capacitance limit of approx. 7500nf. WARNING! High leakage current! Earth connection essential before connecting supply. Incorrect grounding can cause physical injury, death or equipment malfunction and increase electromagnetic interference. T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
The inside integrated SPD device is SPD type 2 protection, if the voltage protection level (VP) of the surge arresters is greater than 1100V, an additional SPD type 3 is required for surge protection for electrical devices. T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Power factor regulation. Friendly HMI. ➢ LED status indications. ➢ LCD display technical data, human-machine interaction through touch key. ➢ Remote monitoring via PC or APP. ➢ Upgrade through USB interface. 3.2 Dimensions T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
3.3 Terminals of inverter Item Description DC Switch (Optional) WiFi / GPRS Waterproof Lock Valve AC Connector Grounding Screw Note: Only authorized personnel are permitted to set the connection. T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
23.9 A 27.1 A 31.9 A 39.9 A Inrush current 10.1A 13.5 A 16.9 A 20.3 A 27.1 A 33.8 A 40.6 A 50.7 A 57.5 A 67.6 A 84.5 A T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
5.2 Packing List Open the package and take out the product, please check the accessories first. The packing list is as shown as below. T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Make sure the installation location complies with the following conditions: • Not in direct sunlight. • Not in areas where highly flammable materials are stored. • Not in potentially explosive areas. | 10 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
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Left 30cm Right 30cm 30cm Bottom 30cm Front 30cm ➢ Mounting Steps Tools required for installation. ▪ Manual wrench; ▪ Electric drill (drill bit set 8mm); ▪ Crimping pliers; | 11 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
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Drill holes with electric drill, make sure the holes are at least 50mm deep, and then tighten the expansion tubes. Insert the expansion tubes into the holes and tighten them. Install the bracket with the expansion screws. | 12 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Step 1: PV String Connection T series inverters can be connected with 2 strings of PV modules. Please select suitable PV modules with high reliability and quality. Open circuit voltage of the module array connected should be less than 1100V, and operating voltage should be within the MPPT voltage range.
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- When separating the DC - connector, push the tool down from the bottom. - Separate the connectors by hand. ➢ Grid Connection T series inverters are designed for three-phase grid. Voltage range is 220/230/240V; frequency is | 14 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com...
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Use the crimping pliers to trim 12mm of insulation from all wire ends as below. ➢ Separate the AC plug into three parts as below. ➢ Insert the sleeve assembly into the cable. | 15 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Insert the plug assembly into the socket (inverter end) and lock each other by the coupling twist. 6.2 Earth Connection Screw the ground screw with screwdriver as shown below: | 16 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
6.3 Communication Device Installation (Optional) The T Series inverter is available with multiple communication options such as WiFi, GPRS, RS485, and Meter with an external device. Operating information like output voltage, current, frequency, fault information, etc. can be monitored locally or remotely via these interfaces.
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For Meter installation, please install it on the grid side. Export limitation setting: Short press the touch key to switch display or make the Value+1. Long press the touch key to confirm your setting. | 18 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Make sure all DC breakers and AC breakers are disconnected; Ensure AC cable is connected to the grid correctly; All PV panels are connected to inverter correctly; DC connectors that are not used should be sealed by cover; | 19 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Please follow the below steps to switch off the inverter: Switch off the inverter AC isolation switch. Switch off the DC isolation switch and allow 5 minutes for the inverter to power down completely. | 20 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
The touch key is used to set the LCD to display different parameters. Press time <1s (short press): Next; Touch Key Press time >2s (long press): Enter. Wait time 15s: return to start | 21 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
User can upgrade inverter's firmware via a U-disk. ➢ Preparation Please ensure the inverter is steadily powered on. Inverter must remain powered through whole procedure of upgrading. Prepare a PC and make | 22 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
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U-disk, screw the waterproof lid into place and press “Esc" to return to the main interface. Then press the "Enter" key to exit Off Mode. | 23 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
9. Maintenance This section contains information and procedures for solving possible problems with the FoxESS inverters and provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify and solve most problems that can occur. 9.1 Alarm List Fault Code Solution - Turn off the PV and grid, reconnect them SPS Fault - Please seek for help from us if it does not go back to normal state.
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- Please seek for help from us if it cannot go back to normal state. - Disconnect PV+, PV-, reconnect them. Comm Lost - Or seek for help from us if it does not go back to normal state. | 25 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
Are the configurations settings correct for your particular installation? Are the display panel and the communications cable properly connected and undamaged? Contact FoxESS Customer Service for further assistance. Please be prepared to describe details of your system installation and provide the model and serial number of the unit.
Please be sure to deliver any inverter that needs to be disposed from sites that are appropriate for the disposal in accordance with local regulations. | 27 T Series User Manual www.fox-ess.com P a g e...
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