Introduction Important Safety Warning Before using the inverter, please read all instructions and cautionary markings on the This hybrid PV inverter can provide power to connected loads by utilizing PV power, unit and this manual. Store the manual where it can be accessed easily. utility power and battery power.
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Symbols used in Equipment Markings CAUTION! Do not disassemble this inverter yourself. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempt to service this inverter yourself may cause a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void the Refer to the operating instructions warranty from the manufacturer.
Unpacking & Overview 3.1 Packing List Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside the package is damaged. You should have received the following items inside of package: EMS port Software CD Inverter unit PV connectors Manual USB cable Fixing screws Mounting plate...
Installation 3.2 Product Overview 4.1 Selecting Mounting Location Consider the following points before selecting where to install: Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials. · Mount on a solid surface · This inverter can make noises during operation which may be perceived as a ·...
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4.Check if the inverter is firmly secured. Drill six holes in the marked locations with supplied six screws. The reference tightening torque is 35 N.m. Figure 4.1 2.Raise the inverter and place it over the mounting plate. Fix the inverter in position by screwing the supplied two screws (M4*12) located on the top two sides of the inverter.
Step 5: Make sure the wires are securely connected.The reference tightening torque is 0.82 N.m. Suggested cable requirement for AC wire Model Growatt 5000HYP Nominal Grid Voltage 230VAC Conductor cross-section (mm2) 5.3 Connecting to the Generator AWG no.
PV Module (DC) Connection Step 4: Connect wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block. Be sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first. CAUTION: Before connecting to PV modules, please install separately a DC circuit L→ LINE (brown or black) breaker between inverter and PV modules.
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Step 2: Disconnect the circuit breaker and switch off the DC switch. Step 3: Assemble provided PV connectors with PV modules by the following below steps. Insert assembled cable into male connector housing as shown below charts. Components for PV connectors and Tools: Female connector housing Female terminal Male connector housing...
Battery Connection Conductor cross-section (mm2) AWG no. CAUTION: Before connecting to batteries, please install separately a DC circuit breaker between inverter and batteries. Table 6.2 NOTE1: Please only use sealed lead acid battery, vented and Gel battery. Please check maximum charging voltage and current when first using this inverter. If using Lithium iron or Nicd battery, please consult with installer for the details.
AC connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper recommended cable size as below. Nominal Battery Voltage Conductor cross-section (mm2) Model Growatt 5000HYP AWG no. Nominal Grid Voltage 208/220/230/240 VAC per phase Conductor cross-section (mm2) AWG no.
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Software Setting CAUTION: It’s only allowed to connect load to “AC Output Connector”. Do NOT connect the utility to “AC Output Connector”. Please set up mains output in parameter setting of bundled software. When CAUTION: Be sure to connect L terminal of load to L terminal of “AC Output “Emergency power supply control”...
Communication EMS Connection The inverter is equipped with several communication ports and it is also equipped This port is available to provide a power source (230V/5A) for emergent light and with a slot for alternative communication interfaces in order to communicate with a load.
Dry Contact Signal You can set the related parameters in software. Refer to below chart: There is one dry contact available on the bottom panel. It could be used to remote control for external generator. 11.1 Electric Parameter Parameter Max. Unit Symbol Relay DC voltage...
Relay Control Port Output voltage from relay Unit status Condition control port This port is available to provide a power source (230V/8A) to trigger external relay. Condition 3: This function is only valid for Grid-tie with backup II mode. Power On 230V 12.1 Interface Configuration There are four pins on this port.
Application with Energy Meter Commissioning Step 1: Check the following requirements before commissioning: With Modbus card II and energy meter, hybrid inverter can be easily integrated into Ensure the inverter is firmly secured the existing household system. For details please refer to Modbus card II manual. ...
Initial Setup Grid-Tie: PV power only can feed-in back to grid. Off-Grid: PV power only provides power to the load and charge battery. No feed-in back to grid is allowed. Before inverter operation, it’s required to set up “Operation Mode” via software. Please strictly follow below steps to set up.
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PV energy supply priority setting: 1st Battery, 2nd Load and 3rd Grid. Allow to charge battery: This option is automatically determined by setting in “Charging source”. It’s not allowed to modify here. When “NONE” is selected in PV power will charge battery first, then provide power to the load. If there is any charging source section, this option becomes unchecked as grey text.
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·Grid-tie with backup (II) : When PV power is not available: 1st Grid, 2nd Battery: Grid will provide power to the load at first. If grid is not available, battery power will provide power backup. 1st Battery, 2nd Grid: Battery power will provide power to the load at first. If battery power is running out, grid will back up the load NOTE: This option will become ineffective during AC charging time and the priority will automatically become 1st Grid and 2nd Battery order.
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Load supply source: Working logic under peak time: When PV power is available: PV energy supply priority: 1st Load, 2nd Battery and 3rd Grid 1st PV, 2nd Battery, 3rd Grid PV power will provide power to the load first. If PV power is sufficient, it will charge battery next.
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Grid-Tie Battery charging source: PV or Grid: If there is remaining PV power after supporting the loads, it will Under this operation mode, PV power only feeds-in to the grid. No priority setting is charge battery first. Only until PV power is not available, grid will charge battery. available.
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·Off-Grid (II) When PV power is not available: 1st Grid, 2nd Battery: Grid will provide power to the load at first. If grid is not available, battery power will provide power backup. 1st Battery, 2nd Grid: Battery power will provide power to the load at first. If battery power is running out, grid will back up the load.
Operation None: It is not allowed to charge battery no matter it’s PV power or grid. NOTE: It’s allowed to set up AC charging duration. 16.1 Interface This display is operated by four buttons. Load supply source: When PV power is available: 1st PV, 2nd Battery, 3rd Grid PV power will provide power to the load first.
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Function Function Display Display Indicates utility. Indicates AC input voltage or frequency. Vac: voltage, Hz: frequency Icon flashing indicates utility voltage or frequency is out of range. Indicates AC output power, voltage, frequency, or load Indicates battery condition. And the lattice of the icon percentage.
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16.3 Button Definition Setting Display Procedure ·Input voltage or frequency of AC input Operation Button Function Procedure Short press. Enter query menu. If it’s in query menu, press this button to confirm selection or entry. ENTER/ON This inverter is able to provide power Press and hold the button for approximately 1 second when to connected loads via AC output...
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16.5 Operation Mode & Display ·Battery voltage or percentage. Procedure Below is only contained LCD display for grid-tie with backup mode (I) . If you need to know other operation mode with LCD display, please check with installer. Inverter mode with grid connected This inverter is connected to grid and working with DC/INV operation.
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Inverter mode without grid connected LCD Display Description This inverter is working with DC/INV operation and not connecting to the grid. LCD Display Description This inverter is disabled to generate power to the loads via AC output. PV p o w e r a n d u t i l i t y a re c h a r g i n g PV power is sufficient to charge battery at the same time because of battery and provide power to the...
Charging Management Standby mode : The inverter is working without DC/INV operation and load connected. LCD Display Description Note Charging Parameter Default Value Charging current It can be adjusted via software This inverter is disabled on AC output from 10Amp to 100Amp. or even AC power output is enabled, Floating charging voltage 54.0 Vdc...
Maintenance & Cleaning Below is setting screen from software: Check the following points to ensure proper operation of whole solar system at regular intervals. Ensure all connectors of this inverter are cleaned all the time. Before cleaning the solar panels, be sure to turn off PV DC breakers. ...
Trouble Shooting Description Icon(flashing) Code Warning Event Battery under-voltage Battery discharges to when grid is loss shutdown point. When there is no information displayed in the LCD, please check if PV Battery open Battery is unconnected or module/battery/grid connection is correctly connected. too low.
Specifications Situation Fault Fault Event Possible cause Situation Code MODEL Growatt 5000HYP Solar over current Surge 1. Restart the inverter. 2. If the error message still remains, please contact your installer. RATED POWER 10000 W GFCI fault Leakage current PV INPUT (DC) excceds the limit.
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BATTERY MODE OUTPUT (AC) Nominal Output Voltage 230 VAC Output Frequency 50 Hz / 60 Hz (auto sensing) Output Waveform Pure sine wave Output Power 5000VA/5000W Efficiency (DC to AC) BATTERY & CHARGER (Lead-acid/Li-ion) DC Voltage Range 40 – 60 VDC Nominal DC Voltage 48 VDC Maximum Battery Discharging Current...
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