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Solplanet ASW S Series User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Solplanst inverter Table of Contents 1 Notes on this Manual ......................4 1.1 General Notes ................4 1.2 Area of validity ................4 1.3 Target group ................4 1.4 Symbols used in this manual ............. 5 2 Safety ............................6 2.1 Intended use ................
  • Page 3 5.4.2 AC terminal connection ................20 5.4.3 Conditions for the AC connection ............21 5.5 DC Connection ................25 5.5.1 Requirements for the DC Connection ..........25 5.5.2 Assembling the DC connectors ............26 5.5.3 Disassembling the DC connectors ............28 5.5.4 Connecting the PV array ................
  • Page 4 10 Technical Data ........................44 10.1 DC input data ................44 10.2 AC output data ................45 10.3 General data ................47 10.4 Safety regulations ..............48 10.5 Tools and torque ..............49 11 Troubleshooting ........................ 50 12 Maintenance ........................52 12.1 Cleaning the contacts of the DC switch ........52 12.2 Cleaning the heat sink .............52 13 Recycling and disposal ....................

  • Page 5: Notes On This Manual

    1 Notes on this Manual 1.1 General Notes Solplanet inverter is a transformerless solar inverter with three independent MPP trackers. It converts the direct current (DC) from a photovoltaic (PV) array to grid-compliant alternating current (AC) and feeds it into the grid.

  • Page 6: Symbols Used In This Manual

    • Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing, repairing and using electrical devices and installations • Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices • Knowledge of all applicable laws, standards and directives •...

  • Page 7: Safety

    INFORMATION that is important for a specific topic or goal, but is not safety-relevant. 2 Safety 2.1 Intended use 1. The inverter converts the direct current from PV array into grid-compliant alternating current. 2. The inverter is suitable for indoor and outdoor use. 3.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    2.2 Important safety information Danger to life due to electric shock when live components or cables are touched • All work on the inverter must only be carried out by qualified personnel who have read and fully understood all safety information contained in this manual.
  • Page 9 Risk of injury due to electric shock Touching an ungrounded PV module or array frame can cause a lethal electric shock. • connect and ground the PV modules, array frame and electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction. Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts Some parts of the enclosure can get hot during operation.

  • Page 10: Symbols On The Label

    2.3 Symbols on the label Explanation Symbol Beware of a danger zone This symbol indicates that the product mus be additionally grounded if additional grounding or equipotential bonding is required at the installation site. Beware of high voltage and operating current The inverter operates at high voltage and current.

  • Page 11: Unpacking

    Observe the documentation Observe all documentation supplied with the product 3 Unpacking 3.1 Scope of delivery Object Description Quantity Inverter 1 piece Wall mounting bracket 1 piece Wall anchors and hexagon bolts (3×) 1 set M5 screw (2×) DC connector 3 pairs AC Plug connector 1 piece...

  • Page 12: Checking For Transport Damage

    3.2 Checking for transport damage Thoroughly inspect the packaging upon delivery. If you detect any damage to the packaging which indicates the inverter may have been damaged, inform the responsible shipping company immediately. We will be glad to assist you if required.

  • Page 13: Selecting The Mounting Location

    8. The mounting method, location and surface must be suitable for the inverter's weight and dimensions. 9. If mounted in a residential area, we recommend mounting the inverter on a solid surface. Plasterboard and similar materials are not recommended due to audible vibrations when in use. 10.

  • Page 14: Mounting The Inverter With The Wall Bracket

    1. Mount the inverter vertically or tilted backward by a maximum of 15°. 2. Never mount the inverter tilted forward or sideways. 3. Never mount the inverter horizontally. 4. Mount the inverter at eye level to make it easy to operate and to read the display.
  • Page 15 Risk of injury due to the inverter falls down •Before inserting the wall anchors, measure the depth and distance of the holes. •If the measured values do not meet the hole requirements, redrill holes. 2. After drilling holes in the wall, place three screw anchors into the holes, then attach the wall mounting bracket to the wall using the self-tapping screws delivered with the inverter.
  • Page 16 4. Check both sides of the heat sink to ensure that it is securely in place. insert one screw M5x12 each into the lower screw hole on both sides of the inverter anchorage bracket respectively and tighten them. If a second protective conductor is required in installation site, ground the inverter and secure it so that it cannot drop from the housing (see section 5.4.3 “Second protective grounding connection”).

  • Page 17: Electrical Connection

    5 Electrical Connection 5.1 Safety Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter.

  • Page 18: System Layout Of Units Without Integrated Dc Switch

    Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge Touching electronic components can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge. • Ground yourself before touching any component. 5.2 System layout of units without integrated DC switch Local standards or codes may require that PV systems are fitted with an external DC switch on the DC side.

  • Page 19: Overview Of The Connection Area

    5.3 Overview of the connection area Objec Description DC SWITCH: switch on or off for PV-load. DC input: plug-in connector to connect the strings. COM: Network port with protective cap. Connector for meter. WiFi: transmit and Wi-Fi signal. Connection point for an additional grounding. AC OUTPUT: plug-in connector, connect the grid.

  • Page 20: Pe Connection

    5.4.1 PE connection In case of operation on a Delta-IT Grid type, in order to ensure safety compliance in accordance with IEC 62109, the following step should be taken: The second protective earth/ground conductor, with a diameter of at least 10 mm and be made from copper , should be connected to the designated earth point on the inverter.

  • Page 21: Ac Terminal Connection

    5.4.2 AC terminal connection Risk of injury due to electric shock and fire caused by high leakage current • The inverter must be reliably grounded in order to protect property and personal safety. • The PE wire should longer 2 mm than L,N during strip the outer sheath of AC cable.

  • Page 22: Conditions For The Ac Connection

    5. Secure the connector body assemble to the connector, then tighten the cable gland to the connector body. 6. Connect the AC connector plug to the inverter´s AC output terminal. 5.4.3 Conditions for the AC connection Cable Requirements The grid connection is established using three conductors (L, N, and PE). We recommend the following specifications for stranded copper wire.
  • Page 23 Object Description Value External diameter 14 to 20mm Conductor cross-section 6 to 16 mm² Stripping length of the insulated conductors approx. 16 mm Stripping length of the outer sheath of cable approx. 46 mm Larger cross-sections should be used for longer cables. Cable design The conductor cross-section should be dimensioned to avoid power loss in cables exceeding 1% of rated output power.
  • Page 24 If an external residual-current protection device is required, please install a type B residual-current protection device with a protection limit of not less than 100mA. Overvoltage category The inverter can be used in grids of overvoltage category III or lower in accordance with IEC 60664-1.
  • Page 25 Grounding conductor monitoring The inverter is equipped with a grounding conductor monitoring device. This grounding conductor monitoring device detects when there is no grounding conductor connected and disconnects the inverter from the utility grid if this is the case. Depending on the installation site and grid configuration, it may be advisable to deactivate the grounding conductor monitoring.

  • Page 26: Dc Connection

    5.5 DC Connection Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the PV array, ensure that the DC switch is switched off and that it cannot be reactivated. • Do not disconnect the DC connectors under load. 5.5.1 Requirements for the DC Connection Use of Y adapters for parallel connection of strings The Y adapters must not be used to interrupt the DC circuit.

  • Page 27: Assembling The Dc Connectors

    5.5.2 Assembling the DC connectors Danger to life due to high voltages on DC conductors When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors. Touching the DC conductors can lead to lethal electric shocks. •...
  • Page 28 3. Push the swivel nut up to the thread and tighten the swivel nut. (SW15, Torque: 2.0Nm). 4. Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned: Result Measure If the stranded wires are visible in • Proceed to step 5. the chamber of the clamping bracket, the cable is correctly positioned.

  • Page 29: Disassembling The Dc Connectors

    5.5.3 Disassembling the DC connectors Danger to life due to high voltages on DC conductors When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors. Touching the DC conductors can lead to lethal electric shocks. •...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Pv Array

    5.5.4 Connecting the PV array The inverter can be destroyed by overvoltage If the voltage of the strings exceeds the maximum DC input voltage of the inverter, it can be destroyed due to overvoltage. All warranty claims become void. • Do not connect strings with an open-circuit voltage greater than the maximum DC input voltage of the inverter.

  • Page 31: Communication Equipment Connection

    Damage to the inverter due to moisture and dust penetration • Seal the unused DC inputs so that moisture and dust cannot penetrate the inverter. • Make sure all DC connectors are securely sealed. 5.6 Communication equipment connection Danger to life due to electric shock when live components are touched.

  • Page 32: Rs485 Cable Connection

    5.6.1 RS485 cable connection The pin assignment of the RJ45 socket is as follows: The network cable meeting the EIA/TIA 568A or 568B standard must be UV resistant if it is to be used outdoors. Cable requirement : - Shielding wire - CAT-5E or higher - UV-resistant for outdoor use - RS485 cable maximum length 1000m...

  • Page 33: Smart Meter Cable Connection

    4. Unscrew the communication port cover cap in the following arrow sequence and insert the network cable into the RS485 communication client attached. 5. Insert the network cable into the corresponding communication terminal of the inverter according to the arrow sequence, tighten the thread sleeve, and then tighten the gland.

  • Page 34: Wifi/4G Stick Connection

    Procedure: Loosen the gland of the connector. Insert the crimped conductors into the corresponding terminals and tighten screws with a screwdriver as shown. Torque: 0.5-0.6 Nm Remove the dust cap from the terminal of the meter connector，and connect the meter plug. 5.6.3 WiFi/4G stick connection 1.

  • Page 35: Communication

    6 Communication 6.1 System monitoring via WLAN/4G User can monitor the inverter through the external WiFi/4G stick module. The connection diagram between the inverter and internet is shown as following two pictures, both two methods are available. Please note that each WiFi/4G stick can only connect to 5 inverters in method1.

  • Page 36: Active Power Control With Smart Meter

    As shown above, we offer a remote monitoring platform called “AiSWEI cloud”. You can also install the “AiSWEI APP” on a smart phone using Android or an iOS operating https://solplanet.net/installer-area/#monitoring system. You can visit the website ( for system information. And download the user manual for the AISWEI Cloud Web or AISWEI APP.

  • Page 37: Inverter Demand Response Modes (Dred)

    The active power limit can be set on “AiSWEI APP” application, the details can be found in the user manual for the AISWEI APP. 6.3 Inverter demand response modes (DRED) DRMS application description • Only applicable to AS/NZS4777.2:2020. • DRM0, DRM5, DRM6, DRM7, DRM8 are available. The inverter shall detect and initiate a response to all supported demand response commands , demand response modes are described as follows: Mode...

  • Page 38: Communication With Third-Party Devices

    AiCom. 6.4 Communication with third-party devices Solplanet inverters can also connect with one third party device instead of RS485 or WiFi stick, the communication protocol is modbus. For more information, please contact the Service.

  • Page 39: Commissioning

    7 Commissioning Risk of injury due to incorrect installation • We strongly recommend carrying out checks before commissioning to avoid possible damage to the device caused by faulty installation. 7.1 Electrical checks Carry out the main electrical tests as follows: ①...

  • Page 40: Mechanical Checks

    AISWEI Cloud APP manual for detailed information. you can check the Safety Code Setting and the Firmware Version on APP. The Solplanet’s inverters comply with local safety code when leaving the factory. For the Australian market, the inverter cannot be connected to the grid before the safety-related area is set.

  • Page 41: Start-Up

    7.4 Start-Up After safety code check, switch on the miniature circuit-breaker. Once the DC input voltage is sufficiently high and the grid-connection conditions are met, the inverter will start operation automatically. Usually, there are three states during operation: Waiting: When the initial voltage of the strings is greater than the minimum DC input voltage but lower than the start-up DC input voltage, the inverter is waiting for sufficient DC input voltage and cannot feed power into the grid.

  • Page 42: Operation

    8 Operation The information provided here covers the LED indicators. 8.1 Overview of the panel The inverter is equipped with three LEDs indicators. Object Description Normal (White LED) Communication (White LED) Fault (Red LED) UM0012_ASW 5-10k Series_EN_V03_0522...

  • Page 43: Leds

    8.1.1 LEDs The inverter is equipped with two LED indicators “white” and “red” which provide information about the various operating states. LED A: The LED A is lit when the inverter is operating normally. The LED A is off The inverter is not feeding into the grid.

  • Page 44: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    9 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this section. Always adhere strictly to the prescribed sequence. Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage •...

  • Page 45: Technical Data

    10 Technical Data 10.1 DC input data ASW5000-S ASW6000-S ASW8000-S ASW10000-S Type ASW5000-S- ASW6000-S- ASW8000-S- ASW10000-S- Max. PV array 7500Wp 9000Wp 12000Wp 15000Wp power(STC) Max. input voltage 600V MPP voltage range 80V-550V Rated input voltage 360V Initial feeding-in 100V voltage Min.

  • Page 46: Ac Output Data

    10.2 AC output data Type ASW5000-S ASW6000-S ASW8000-S ASW10000-S Rated active power 5000W 6000W 8000W 10000W Rated apparent 5000VA 6000VA 8000VA 10000VA power Max. apparent 5500VA 6600VA 8800VA 11000VA power Nominal AC 220V,230V/180V-295V voltage/ range AC power 50, 60/±5Hz frequency/ range Rated power frequency/rated 50Hz/220V//230V...
  • Page 47 ASW5000-S ASW6000-S ASW8000-S ASW10000-S Type Rated active power 5000W 6000W 8000W 10000W Rated apparent 5000VA 6000VA 8000VA 10000VA power Max. apparent 5000VA 6600VA 8800VA 10000VA power Nominal AC 220V,230V/180V-295V voltage/ range AC power 50, 60/±5Hz frequency/ range Rated power frequency/rated 50Hz/220V//230V grid voltage Max.

  • Page 48: General Data

    10.3 General data ASW5000-S/ 6000-S/ 8000-S / 10000-S General data ASW5000-S-A/ 6000-S-A/ 8000-S-A / 10000-S- communication: ● / ● / ○ WIFI/Meter/RS485 Display Earth Fault Alarm cloud based, audible and visible(AU) Zero power output Via connecting Smart meter Dimensions 503x435x183 (W x H x D mm) 18.5Kg Weight...

  • Page 49: Safety Regulations

    10.4 Safety regulations ASW5000-S/ 6000-S/ 8000-S/ 10000-S Protective devices ASW5000-S-A/ 6000-S-A/ 8000-S-A/ 10000-S-A DC isolator ● PV iso / Grid monitoring ● / ● DC reverse polarity protection / AC short- ● / ● circuit current capability Residual current monitoring(GFCI) ●...

  • Page 50: Tools And Torque

    10.5 Tools and torque Tools and torque required for installation and electrical connections. Tools, model Object Torque Torque screwdriver, T25 Screws for the cover 2.5Nm Screw for second protective grounding connection Torque screwdriver, T20 1.6Nm Screws connecting inverter and wall bracket Flat-head screwdriver, Sunclix DC connector blade with 3.5mm...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    11 Troubleshooting When the PV system does not operate normally, we recommend the following solutions for quick troubleshooting. If an error occurs, the red LED will light up. There will have “Event Messages" display in the monitor tools. The corresponding corrective measures are as follows: Object Error Corrective measures...
  • Page 52 • Check the grid voltage, grid usability. • Check the AC cable, grid connection on the inverter. If this fault is still being shown, contact the service. • Make sure the grounding connection of the inverter is reliable. •Make a visual inspection of all PV cables and modules.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    • Make sure the grounding connection of the inverter is connected and reliable. If this fault occurs often, contact the service. • Disconnect the inverter from the utility grid and 1, 2,3, Permanent the PV array and reconnect it after LED turn off. If 4,5,6, Fault this fault is still being displayed, contact the...

  • Page 54: Recycling And Disposal

    AISWEI Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. confirms herewith that the inverters described in this manual are in compliance with the fundamental requirements and other relevant provisions of the above mentioned directives. The entire EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.solplanet.net. UM0012_ASW 5-10k Series_EN_V03_0522...

  • Page 55: Warranty

    The factory warranty card is enclosed with the package, please keep well the factory warranty card. Warranty terms and conditions can be downloaded at www.solplanet.net,if required. When the customer needs warranty service during the warranty period, the customer must provide a copy of the invoice, factory warranty card, and ensure the electrical label of the inverter is legible.
  • Page 56 Service email: service.au@aiswei-tech.com Add.: Level 40, 140 William Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia AISWEI B.V. Hotline: +31 208 004 844 (Netherlands) +48 134 926 109 (Poland) Service email: service.eu@aiswei-tech.com Add.: Muiderstraat 9/G, Amsterdam 1011 PZ, the Netherlands Rest of the world Service email: service.row@aiswei-tech.com UM0012_ASW 5-10k Series_EN_V03_0522...

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