Step 4: Verifying Proper Power Optimiser Connection - SolarEdge SE K Series Installation Manual

4. 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 49.

Step 4: Verifying Proper Power Optimiser Connection

When a module is connected to a Power Optimiser, the Power Optimiser outputs a safe
voltage of 1V (±0.1V). Therefore, the total PV string voltage should equal 1V times the
number of Power Optimisers connected in series in the PV string. For example, if 10
Power Optimisers are connected in a PV string, then 10V should be produced.
Make sure the PV modules are exposed to sunlight during this process. The Power
Optimiser will only turn ON if the PV module provides at least 2W.
In SolarEdge systems, due to the introduction of Power Optimisers between the PV
modules and the inverter, the short circuit current I
hold different meanings from those in traditional systems.
For more information about the SolarEdge system's PV string Voltage and
current, refer to the V
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 PV string individually before connecting it to the other
PV strings or to the inverter. Verify correct polarity by measuring the PV 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 PV string
Voltage and verify correct polarity on the DC wires inside the Synergy
Manager.
Three Phase Inverters with Synergy Technology
Figure 5: Power Optimisers connected in series
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