01 Introduction User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 01 Introduction The inverter is designed for both indoor and outdoor use, which could be used with or without existing grid-tied inverter systems to store energy using batteries. Energy produced from the grid-tied inverters will be used to optimize self-consumption, excess will be used to charge the battery, anymore could be exported to the grid.
01 Introduction 1.2 Safety and Warning The inverter of Jiangsu Goodwe Power Supply Technology Co.,Ltd (hereinafter called as GoodWe) strictly complies with related safety rules for product design and testing. Please read and follow all the instructions and cautions on the inverter or user manual during installation, operation or maintenance, as any improper operation might cause personal or property damage.
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01 Introduction User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Safety Warnings Any installation and operation on inverter must be performed by qualified electricians, in compliance with standards, wiring rules or requirements of local grid authorities or companies (like AS 4777 and AS/NZS 3000 in Australia). Prohibit inserting and pulling the AC and DC terminals when the inverter is running.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 01 Introduction 1.3 Product Overview 2 3 4 5 6 7 Communication Battery Terminal (BAT) Module Port (WiFi or DRED Communication Port LAN) BMS Communication Meter Communication Back-Up Port Port Port On-Grid Port Wi-Fi Reset Indicators PE Terminal Mounting Plate 12.
01 Introduction User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Indicator Status Explanation ON = CONSUMING ENERGY FROM GRID / BUYING BLINK 1 = SUPPLYING ENERGY TO GRID / ZEROING ENERGY BLINK 2 = SUPPLYING ENERGY TO GRID / ZEROING OFF = GRID IS NOT CONNECTED OR SYSTEM NOT OPERATING ON = BMS AND METER COMMUNICATION OK BLINK1 = METER COMMUNICATION OK, BMS COMMUNICATION FAIL...
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions Generator Battery Back-up On-Grid On-Grid or back-up side cannot connect to Inverter does not support off-grid function in grid-less area. any ac generator. Incompatible battery Back-up Battery On-Grid Inverter battery input cannot connect to Back-up side cannot be connected to grid.
02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 2.3 Mounting 2.3.1 Installation Requirements Installation Environment Requirements 1. Do not install the equipment in a place near flammable, explosive, or corrosive materials. 2. Install the equipment on a surface that is solid enough to bear the inverter weight. 3.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions Mounting Support Requirements • The mounting support shall be nonflammable and fireproof. • Make sure that the support surface is solid enough to bear the product weight load. • Do not install the product on the support with poor sound insulation to avoid the noise generated by the working product, which may annoy the residents nearby.
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02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Carry the inverter by holding the heat sink on two sides and place the inverter on the mounting bracket. The inverters can be locked for anti-theft purposes if this is necessary for individual requirements. 1.2~2N·m The lock is not included in the package and can be purchased by the user.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions 2.4 Electrical Wiring Connection DANGER • Disconnect the AC output switch of the inverter to power off the equipment before any electrical connections. Do not work with power on. Otherwise, an electric shock may occur. •...
02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 2.4.2 Battery Wiring Connection • Please be careful against any electric shock or chemical hazard. • Make sure there is an external DC breaker (≥40A) connected for battery without build-in DC breaker. Make sure that the battery switch is off and battery nominal voltage meets the inverter specification before connecting battery to inverter.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions Screw the cap on and plug onto inverter side. Note: There will be a click sound if connectors are inset correctly into BAT plugs. Note: For the compatible lithium batteries (Pylon/BYD) connection, please refer to battery connection.
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02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Note: 1. Neutral cable shall be blue, line cable shall be black or brown (preferred) and protective earth cable shall be yellow-green. 2. For AC cables, PE cable shall be longer than N&L cables, so in case that the AC cable slips or is taken out, the protecting earth conductor will be the last to take the strain.
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In case of systems not connected to the batteries, the Back-Up function is strongly not advised to use. GoodWe shall not cover the standard warranty and be liable for any consequences arising from users not following this instruction.
02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 current at start-up is not accepted.) • For complicated application, please contact after-sales. Note: For a convenient maintenance, an DP3T support could be installed on Back-Up and On-Grid side. Then it is adjustable to support load by Back-Up or by grid or just leave it there. 1.
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User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions Single-Phase Grid-Tied inverter House → Grid SMART METER Reset Grid House → Grid Load Detailed pin functions BMS: CAN communication is configured by default. If 485 communication is used, please contact after-sales to replace with the corresponding communication line. Position Color Smart...
02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 The Smart Meter with CT in product box is compulsory for the system installation, used to detect grid voltage and current direction and magnitude, further to instruct the operation condition of the inverter via RS485 communication. Note: 1.
2. by manufacturer. 3. Remote shutdown is only for Europe installations, in compliance with Europe safety requirements. And Remote shutdown device is not provided by GoodWe. 4. Detailed operation is shown as below: Screw this plate off from inverter.
02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 1. Put DRED cable through the plate. Single hole 2. Connect DRED cable on the 6-pin erminal. seal ring For DRED: 1: DRM1/5 2: DRM2/6 3: DRM3/7 4: DRM4/8 Screw Screw Cap 5: REFGEN Insulator 6: COM/DRMO RS485...
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User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions Wiring system Note: This diagram indicates the wiring structure of the inverter, not the electric wiring standard. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Inverter GW3K-BH 50A/230V AC breaker 32A/230V AC breaker Depends 40A/600V GW3600-BH 50A/230V AC breaker 32A/230V AC breaker household GW5000-BH...
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02 Installation Instructions User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 [1] For batteries with attached switch, the external DC switch is not necessary. [2] Only for lithium battery which has BMS communication. [3] Direction of the CT cannot be connected in reverse, please follow "House > Grid" direction to do the connection.
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User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 02 Installation Instructions This diagram is an example for an application in which neutral is separated from the PE in the distribution box. For countries such as China, Germany, the Czech Republic, Italy, etc., please follow local wiring regulations! Note: Backup function is optional in German market.
03 MANUAL OPERATION User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 03 Manual Operation 3.1 Wi-Fi Configuration This part shows the configuration using a web page. Wi-Fi configuration is absolutely necessary for online monitoring and maintenance. Preparation: 1. The inverter must be powered up with battery or grid power. 2.
PV Master App For more detailed opertaion instructions, please refer to PV Master user manual in www.goodwe.com. Special adjustable settings The inverter has a field where the user can set functions, such as trip points, trip time, time of reconnection, active and invalid of QU curve, and PU curve.
03 MANUAL OPERATION User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 3.3 SEMS Portal SEMS Portal is an online monitoring system. After completing the installation of communication connection, you can access www.semsportal. or download the app by scanning the QR code to monitor your PV plant and device.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 04 OTHER 04 Other 4.1 Error Messages. The error messages below will be displayed on PV Master App or reported by e-mail if an error occurs. ERROR EXPLANATION REASON SOLUTIONS MESSAGE Utility Phase The sequence of The inverter has The L2 and L3 cables are connected Failure the on-grid wire is...
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 PV/BAT The PV or BAT The total voltage 1. Check if the PV string Voc is lower Overvoltage voltage is too (open-circuit than the Max PV input voltage of the high voltage) of each inverter. If the Voc of the PV string is PV string high, please decrease the number of is higher than...
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 04 OTHER Neutral & ground Check (use multi-meter) if there is cables are not high voltage (normally should be connected well on lower than 10V) between N & PE Relay Check Self checking of AC side or just an cable on the AC side.
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 4.2-1 4.2-2 4.2-3 Checks At Startup And Turning On AC Power Battery settings, BMS communication and safety country setting: After connecting the Solar-Wi-Fi* (*The Wi-Fi signal is named as the last 8 characters of the inverter's serial number.).
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User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 04 OTHER High power fluctuations during battery charge or discharge Solution: 1.Check if there are fluctuations in load power. 2.Check if there are fluctuations in PV power. Battery does not charge Solution: 1. Make sure that BMS communications are OK on the PV Master App. 2.
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 About PV Master Operation And Monitoring Q: Why can't I save settings on the PV Master App? A: This could be caused by losing the connection to Solar-Wi-Fi *. 1. Make sure you have already connected to Solar-Wi-Fi* (make sure that no other devices are connected) or to the router (if Solar-Wi-Fi* is connected to the router).
• Any incompatible batteries, loads or other devices are connected to the system. • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to make this document complete, accurate and up-to-date. However, GoodWe may need to make some improvements under certain circumstances without advance notice. GoodWe shall not be responsible for any loss caused by this document including, but not limited omissions errors,typographical errors, arithmetical errors or listing errors in this document.
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 WiFi module: Replace or remove the WiFi module using the WiFi module remover, which is delivered in the package. Remove the communication terminal next to the WiFi module first. Place the remover horizontally on the WiFi module, then turn the remover to 90°...
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 04 OTHER 4.4 Technical Parameters Technical Data GW5K-BT GW6K-BT GW8K-BT GW10k-BT Battery Input Data Battery Type Li-Ion Nominal battery voltage (V) Battery Voltage Range (V) 180~600 Max. Charging Current (A) Max. Discharging Current (A) Max charge power (W) 5000 6000 8000...
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Output Power Factor ~1 (Adjustable from 0.8 leading to 0.8 lagging) Output THDi (@Nominal Output) <3% AC Output Data (Back-up) Back-up Nominal apparent power 5000 6000 8000 10000 (VA) Max. Output Apparent Power (VA) 5000 6000 8000 10000...
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User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 04 OTHER General Data Operating Temperature Range -35~60 (℃) Relative Humidity 0~95% Operating Altitude (m) ≤ 4000 Cooling Nature Convection Noise (dB) <30 User Interface LED & APP Communication with BMS RS485; CAN Communication with Meter RS485 Communication with EMS RS485 (Insulated) Communication with Portal...
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04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-2, EN61000-6-3, EN61000-6-4, EN61000-4-16, EN61000-4-18, EN61000-4-29 *1: According to the local grid regulation. *2: Can be reached only if battery capacity is enough, otherwise will shut down. *3: CAN communication is configured by default. If 485 communication is used, please replace the corresponding communication line.
04 OTHER User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 4.4 Quick Checklist To Avoid Dangerous Conditions 1. The inverter must not be installed near flammable or explosive materials or near equipment with strong electromagnetic fields. 2. Remember that this inverter is heavy! Please be careful when lifting from the package. 3.
User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Appendix Appendix Protection category definition Moisture location category definition Level Moisture Parameters 4K4H Temperature Range 0~+40°C -33~+40°C ~20~+55°C Moisture Parameters 5%~85% 15%~100% 4%~100% Environment category definition Environment Condition Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity Applied to Outdoor -20~50°C 4%~100% Indoor Unconditioned -20~50°C 5%~95%...
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01 Introduction User Manual V1.3-2021-12-15 Pollution degree definition No pollution or only dry, non-conductive polllution occurs. The Pollution Degree I pollution has no influence. Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs. Occasionally, however, Pollution Degree II a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected. Conductive pollution occurs, or dry.
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