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SOLIS S5 Series User Manual

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Applicable models
S5-GC75K-US
S5-GC80K-US
S5-GC90K-US
S5-GC100K-US
Version 1.8, Release Date: 11,2022

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  • Page 1 User Manual for S5 Series Grid Inverter Applicable models S5-GC75K-US S5-GC80K-US S5-GC90K-US S5-GC100K-US Version 1.8, Release Date: 11,2022...
  • Page 2 ● Airborne noise produced depending on the environment. ● Potential flammability hazards. ● Solis will not be held liable for defects or malfunctions arising from: ● Improper use of the equipment. ● Deterioration resulting from transportation or particular environmental conditions.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Introduction Safety Installation Communication Commissioning Settings Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications 10 Appendix...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.1 Product Description ……………………………………………………………………………………… 1.2 Front Panel Display ……………………………………………………………………………………… 1.3 LED Status Indicator Lights ……………………………………………………………………………………… 1.4 Unpacking ……………………………………………………………………………… 1.5 Tools Required for Installation ……………………………………………………………………………… 1.6 Storage ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. Safety Instruction ……………………………………………………………………………… 2.1 Safety symbols ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 6.5 Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.5.1 Set Time ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.5.2 Set Address …………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.6 Advanced Info - Technicians Only ……………………………………………………………… 6.6.1 Alarm Message …………………………………………………………………………………… 6.6.2 Running Message ……………………………………………………………………………… 6.6.3 Version …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.6.4 Daily Energy ………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.6.5 Monthly Energy ………………………………………………………………………………… 6.6.6 Yearly Energy ……………………………………………………………………………………...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.1 Product Description Solis Three phase Inverters convert DC power from the photovoltaic(PV) array into alternating current(AC) power that can satisfy local loads as well as feed the power distribution grid. This manual covers the three phase inverter model listed below:...

  • Page 7: Front Panel Display

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.2 Front Panel Display Figure 1.3 Front Panel Display 1.3 LED Status Indicator Lights There are three LED status indicator lights in the front panel of the inverter. POWER LED (red) indicates the power status of the inverter. OPERATION LED (green) indicates the operation status.

  • Page 8: Unpacking

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.4 Unpacking The inverter ships with all accessories in one carton. When unpacking, please verify all the parts listed below are included: Inverter User Manual for S5 Series Grid Inverter Applicable models S5-GC75K-US S5-GC80K-US S5-GC90K-US S5-GC100K-US Manual...

  • Page 9: Tools Required For Installation

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.5 Tools Required for Installation Wire Strippers Wire Strippers Torqx T20 Screwdriver Technician Screwdriver 12AWG to 6AWG 20AWG to 10AWG LUG Crimping Tool Channel Locks Multimeter (AC/DC amps) Drill and Impact Driver Torque Screwdriver Mc4 Crimping Tool...

  • Page 10: Storage

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.6 Storage If the inverter is not installed immediately, storage instructions and environmental conditions are listed below: ● Use the original box to repackage the inverter, seal with adhesive tape with the desiccant inside the box. ●...

  • Page 11: Safety Instruction

    2. Safety Instruction User Manual 2.1 Safety symbols Safety symbols used in this manual, which highlight potential safety risks and important safety information, are listed below: WARNING Symbol indicates important safety instructions, which if not correctly followed, could result in serious injury or death. NOTE Symbol indicates important safety instructions, which if not correctly followed, could result in damage to or the destruction of the inverter.

  • Page 12: Notice For Use

    Switch is turned on. To stop the inverter, see power down instruction on page 38 Section 6.2. 2.4 Protection Circuitry and Controls To meet relevant codes and standards, the Solis U.S. three phase inverter line is equipped with protective circuitry and controls. These include Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) and Anti-Islanding Protection.

  • Page 13: Installation

    3. Installation User Manual 3.1 Environmental considerations 3.1.1 Location selection for the inverter When selecting a location for the inverter, consider the following: WARNING: Risk of fire Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. Do not install the inverter in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases.

  • Page 14: Other Environmental Considerations

    Consult the specifications section (section 9) for additional environmental conditions (protection rating, temperature, humidity, altitude, etc.). 3.1.2.2 Horizontal installation For horizontal installation, this model of Solis inverter should be mounted horizontally (upwards in more than 15 degrees off the horizontal plane). 3.1.2.3 Vertical wall installation For vertical installation, this model of Solis inverter should be mounted vertically (90 degrees or backwards in less than or equal to 15 degrees).
  • Page 15 3. Installation User Manual ≥20in ≥20in ≥20in ≥20in Figure 3.1 Clearance distances requirement for the inverter ≥20in ≥20in ≥30in ≥40in ≥20in Figure 3.2 Distances required between inverters when multiple inverters are insatlled NOTE Nothing should be stored on or placed against the inverter.

  • Page 16: Product Handling

    3. Installation User Manual 3.1.2.4 Avoiding direct sunlight Installation of the inverter in a location exposed to direct sunlight should to be avoided. Direct exposure to sunlight could cause: ● Power output limitation (with a resulting decreased energy production by the system). ●...

  • Page 17: Mounting The Inverter

    3. Installation User Manual Figure 3.5 Inverter handles WARNING Due to the weight of the inverter, contusions or bone fractures could occur when incorrectly lifting and mounting the inverter. When mounting the inverter, take the weight of the inverter into consideration.

  • Page 18: Wall Mounting

    3. Installation User Manual 3.3.1 Wall mounting Refer to figure 3.3, figure 3.7 and figure 3.8 Inverter shall be mounted upright, with electrical connections downward. The steps to mount the inverter are listed below. 1. Refer to Figure 3.7, drill holes for mounting screws based on the hole diameter of bracket using a precision drill keeping the drill perpendicular to the wall.

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting

    3. Installation User Manual 3.3.2 Rack mounting The steps to mounted to the rack are listed below: 1. Select a location for the inverter With a TYPE NEMA 4X protection rating, the inverter can be installed both outdoors and indoors. When the inverter is running, the temperature of the chassis and heat sink will be higher than the ambient .
  • Page 20 3. Installation User Manual 3. Install mounting plate a. Remove the bracket and fasteners from the packaging. Mark the position for hole, drilling according to the hole positions of the bracket. Figure 3.12 Mark the position for hole b. Drill the marked holes. It is recommended to apply anti-corrosive paint at the hole for corrosion protection.
  • Page 21 3. Installation User Manual c. Align the mounting plate with the holes, Insert the combination bolt (M10X40)through the mounting plate into the hole. Secure the bracket to the metal frame firmly with the supplied fastener. Torque the nut to 25.8 ft.lbs. Figure 3.14 Construction bolt d.

  • Page 22: Electrical Connections

    3. Installation User Manual 3.4 Electrical Connections Inverter design uses PV style quick-connect terminal. The top cover don’t need be opened during DC electrical connection. The labels located on the bottom of the inverter are described below in table 3.1. All electrical connections must be in accordance with local or national standard.

  • Page 23: Grounding

    3. Installation User Manual 3.4.1 Grounding The inverter must be grounded for safety. Two methods are provided. 1. Connect the AC grounding cable. (See Section 3.4.3) 2. Connect the equipment grounding terminal on the heatsink described below. To connect the grounding terminal on the heat sink, please follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 24 3. Installation User Manual 4. Insert the stripped wire into the OT terminal crimping area and crimp with a hydraulic crimp tool. (see Figure 3.17) Figure 3.17 Strip wire NOTE After crimping the terminal to the wire, inspect the connection to ensure the terminal is solidly crimped to the wire.

  • Page 25: Connect Pv Side Of Inverter

    3. Installation User Manual 3.4.2 Connect PV side of inverter WARNING Before connecting the inverter, make sure the PV array open circuit voltage is within the limit of the inverter. Otherwise, the inverter could be damaged. WARNING DO NOT connect the PV array positive or PV array negative cable to ground. This can cause serious damage to the inverter! WARNING MAKE SURE the polarity of the PV array output conductors matches...
  • Page 26 3. Installation User Manual Figure 3.23 Connect the DC Figure 3.22 Multimeter measurement Connectors to the Inverter Caution If DC inputs are accidently reversely connected or inverter is faulty or not working properly, it is NOT allowed to turn off the DC switch. Otherwise it may cause DC arc and damage the inverter or even lead to a fire disaster.

  • Page 27: Connect Grid Side Of Inverter

    3. Installation User Manual 3.4.2.1 DC connection high voltage danger notice CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not touch an energized DC conductor. There is high voltages present when PV modules are exposed to light causing a risk of death due to an electric shock from touching a DC conductors! Only connect the DC cables from the PV module to the inverter as described in this manual.
  • Page 28 3. Installation User Manual Over-Current Protection Device (OCPD) for the AC side To protect the inverter's AC connection line, we recommend installing a device for protection against over-current and leakage, with the following characteristics noted in Table 3.2: NOTE Use AL-CU transfer (bi-metallic) terminal or anti-oxidant grease with aluminum cables and terminals.
  • Page 29 3. Installation User Manual 3.4.3.2 Wiring procedure CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prior to starting the wiring procedure, ensure that the three-pole circuit breaker is switched off and are LOTO. NOTE Damage or destruction of the inverter's electronic components due to moisture and dust intrusion will occur if the enclosure opening is enlarged.
  • Page 30 3. Installation User Manual Copper terminal of cable Figure 3.26 AC Terminal Connection 3. LOTO the AC breaker disconnect to ensure it does not close unexpectedly. 4. Remove the 4 screws on the inverter junction box and remove the junction box cover.

  • Page 31: Communication & Monitoring

    4. Comm. & Monitoring User Manual There are 5 communication terminals on Solis inverter. COM1 is a 4-pin connector reserved for Solis WiFi/Cellular datalogger. COM2 and COM3 are RS485 connection between inverters and both RJ45 and Terminal block are provided for use .
  • Page 32 4. Comm. & Monitoring User Manual Communication Board Figure 4.3 Communication Board Detail Description Location Reference Designation RS485 from the LCD board to the Ethernet module RS485 from main COM board to the Ethernet module Ethernet Port (Output) RS485 Ports (Rj45 Output) RS485 Port (Terminal Output) P4P9 RS485 Port (Terminal Output)
  • Page 33 4. Comm. & Monitoring User Manual Use the network wire stripper to strip the insulation layer off the communication cable. Using the standard wire sequence referenced in TIA/EIA 568B, separate the wires in the cable. Use a network cable tool to trim the wire. Flatten the wire in the order shown in figure 4.4. Correspondence between the cables and the stitches of plug RJ45terminal...

  • Page 34: Ethernet Communication

    Replace terminal block onto interface board. 4.2 Ethernet communication Use the RJ45 connectors to perform the Ethernet communication which supports the Solis Monitoring Platform and Modbus TCP protocol(Both By Default). NOTE When creating daisy chain for Ethernet communication, all inverters' slave address must be set to 01.
  • Page 35 1. Monitoring Platform Solis monitoring only(DHCP) Connect in daisy chain configuration see Figure 4.8. Use the SN/QR code on the board to register the system on Solis monitoring website or APP. See APP for details. Figure 4.10 2. Monitoring Platform Solis monitoring only(Static IP) 1.
  • Page 36 4. Comm. & Monitoring User Manual 3. Modbus TCP with DHCP 1. Connect laptop directly to Ethernet module with Ethernet cable. 2. Configure laptop IP address and navigate to 10.10.100.254 via web browser. Enter username and password (admin,admin). 3. Select Work mode in left menu. Change Work mode to "Local" and Protocol type to "Modbus TCP".
  • Page 37 4. Comm. & Monitoring User Manual 5. Ethernet Module LED Indicators D1 Red LED: Indicator between module and inverter. Constantly ON indicates normal connection. Blinking indicates it is trying to connect. OFF indicates connection failed. Constantly ON but blinking sometimes indicates it is transferring data between inverter. D2 Red LED: Indicator between module and server.

  • Page 38: Commissioning

    5.1 Selecting the appropriate grid standard 5.1.1 Verifying grid standard for country of installation Solis inverters are used worldwide and feature preset standards for operating on any grid. Although the grid standard is set at the factory, it is essential the grid standard be verified for the country of installation before commissioning.

  • Page 39: Setting A Custom Grid Standard

    5. Commissioning User Manual 3. Use the UP/DOWN keys to highlight the SELECT STANDARD option. Press enter to select. Select Standard Grid ON/OFF Figure 5.3 4. Select the grid standard for the country of installation. YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> Standard:UL-480V-A Figure 5.4 Press the UP or DOWN key to select the standard.

  • Page 40: Preliminary Checks

    Input voltages higher than the maximum value accepted by the inverter (see “Specifications” in Section 9) may damage the inverter. Although Solis inverters feature reverse polarity protection, prolonged connection in reverse polarity may damage these protection circuits and/or the inverter.

  • Page 41: Ac Configuration

    User Manual 5.4.1.2.1 Detection of leakage to ground Solis inverters are transformer-less and do not have an array connection to ground. Any measurement of a fixed voltage between ground and either the positive or negative string wiring indicates a leakage (ground fault) to ground and must be corrected prior to energizing the inverter or damage to the inverter may result.

  • Page 42: Normal Operation

    The red DC POWER LED and LCD will be continuously lit. 4. Solis inverters are powered from the DC side. When the inverter detects DC power that is within start-up and operating ranges, the inverter will turn on. After turn- on, the inverter will check internal parameters, sense and monitor AC voltage, frequency rate and the stability of the supply grid.

  • Page 43: Main Menu

    2. Settings 3. Advanced Info. 4. Advanced Settings 6.4 Information The Solis three Phase Inverter main menu provides access to operational data and information. The information is displayed by selecting "Information" from the menu and then by scrolling up or down.
  • Page 44 6. Normal operation User Manual Display Description Duration VPV_Total: Shows input voltage total. VPV_Total: 1000.0V 10 sec IPV_Total: +99.0A IPV_Total: Shows input current total. V_A: Shows the grid's voltage value. V_A: 345.7V 10 sec I_ A: 109.0A I_A: Shows the grid's current value. V_C: Shows the grid's voltage value.

  • Page 45: Lock Screen

    This function is used to set the address when muti inverters are connected to three monitoring. The address number can be assigned from “01”to “99”(see Figure 6.4). The default address number of Solis Three Phase Inverter is “01”. YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>...

  • Page 46: Advanced Info - Technicians Only

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.6 Advanced Info - Technicians Only NOTE: To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. Enter menu “Advanced Info.” and “Advanced settings” （need password）. Select “Advanced Info.” from the Main Menu. The screen will require the password as below: YES=<ENT>...

  • Page 47: Version

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.6.3 Version The screen shows the model version of the inverter. And the screen will show the software ver by pressing the UP and DOWN at the same time.(see Figure 6.7). Model: 08 Software Version: D20001 Figure 6.7 Model Version and Software Version 6.6.4 Daily Energy The function is for checking the energy generation for selected day.

  • Page 48: Yearly Energy

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.6.6 Yearly Energy The function is for checking the energy generation for selected year. YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> Select: 2019 Figure 6.12 Select year for yearly energy Press DOWN key to move the cursor to day and year, press UP key to change the digit. Press Enter after the date is fixed.

  • Page 49: Advanced Settings - Technicians Only

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7 Advanced Settings - Technicians Only NOTE To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. Please follow 6.4 to enter password to access this menu. Select Advanced Settings from the Main Menu to access the following options: 1.
  • Page 50 6. Normal operation User Manual OV-G-V1: 236---335V OV-G-F1: 60.2-63Hz OV-G-V1-T: 0.1---9S OV-G-F1-T: 0.1---9S OV-G-V2: 248---341V OV-G-F2: 61-63Hz OV-G-V2-T: 0.1---1S OV-G-F2-T: 0.1---9S UN-G-V1: 173---236V UN-G-F1: 57-59.5Hz UN-G-V1-T: 0.1---9S UN-G-F1-T: 0.1---9S UN-G-V2: 132---219V UN-G-F2: 57-59Hz UN-G-V2-T: 0.1---1S UN-G-F2-T: 0.1---9S Startup-T: 10-600S Restore-T: 10-600S Table 6.2 Setting ranges for User-Def NOTE The initial value of the User-Def standard is for reference only.

  • Page 51: Grid On/Off

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.2 Grid ON/OFF This function is used to start up or stop the power generation of Solis Three Phase Inverter (see Figure 6.18). Grid ON Grid OFF Figure 6.18 Set Grid ON/OFF Screens can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. Press the ENTER key to save the setting.

  • Page 52: Power Control

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.5 Power Control Active and reactive power can be set through power setting button. There are 5 item for this sub menu: 1. Set output power 2. Set Reactive Power 3. Out_P With Restore 4. Rea_P With Restore 5.

  • Page 53: Std Mode Settings

    6.7.8.1 Working Mode Set There are TWO situations with different grid standards selected. 6.7.8.1.1 With UL Standard selected NOTE The following modes are for "UL-480V-A". Solis US version inverters have Seven working modes: 1. NULL 2. Volt-watt 3. Volt-Var 4. Fixed-PF 5.
  • Page 54 6. Normal operation User Manual 1.NULL Description: Inverter is not under any working mode. 2. Volt-Watt (Not Required) Description: Inverter will change the active output power based on voltage change. Note: This Setting is NOT required by UL1741SA Standards. NOTE This function is for maintenance personnel only, wrong operation will prevent the inverter from reaching maximum power.
  • Page 55 6. Normal operation User Manual 4.Fixed-PF Description: Inverter will output power with fixed power factor. Setting Range: -0.8 to +0.8 Default value is PF = 1 YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> Power Factor:+1.00 Figure 6.23 Fixed-PF Figure 6.24 PF Range 5. Reac-power (Not Required) Description: Inverter will generate reactive power based on changing output power.
  • Page 56 6. Normal operation User Manual 7.VgWatt-UL Description: Inverter will change the active output power based on voltage change. Note: This is the Volt-Watt Setting for UL1741SA Standards. 100% of Input Power AC Volt Vmin Vnom Vstart Vstop Vmax Figure 6.25 Volt-Watt characteristic Default Settings for UL1741SA: Rated 480V Grid V1:less than V2...
  • Page 57 6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.8.1.2 With Rule21 Standard selected NOTE The following modes are for "R21P3-48A". Solis US version inverters have Ten working modes: 1. NULL 2. Volt-watt 3. Volt-Var 4. Fixed-PF 5. Reac-power 6. Power-PF 7. VgWatt-UL Based on Rule21, working mode 1,2,3,4 can be used by grid operator.
  • Page 58 6. Normal operation User Manual Default Settings for Rule21 Standards: Rated 480V Grid V1:less than Vstart V2 (Vstart): (221-304V) Default 293V V3 (Vstop): (277-332V) Default 304V V4: larger than Vstop P1:100% P2:100% P3: 0% P4:0% 3. Volt-Var Description: Inverter will change the reactive output power based on voltage change. Q1,cap Q2=Q3=0 Vnom...
  • Page 59 6. Normal operation User Manual YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> Power Factor:+1.00 Figure 6.30 Fixed-PF Figure 6.31 PF Range 5. Reac-power (Not Required) Description: Inverter will generate reactive power based on changing output power. Note: This Setting is NOT required by Rule21 Standards. NOTE This function is for maintenance personnel only, wrong operation will prevent the inverter from reaching maximum power.
  • Page 60 6. Normal operation User Manual 8. Enable both Volt-Var and Volt-Watt modes Description: Rule21 requires both Volt-var and Volt-watt modes can be enabled. To set both modes (Volt-var in high priority) Step 1: Select and set Volt-watt mode at first. Step 2: Enter "Working Mode"...
  • Page 61 6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.8.2 Power Rate Limit This function is used for change Power Ramp-up rate. When inverter start up or input string MPPT changes, inverter power ramp-up rate is limited in this menu. The default setting is stop (disable). The setting range from 10% to 600%, means inverter power change rate per minute.
  • Page 62 6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.8.4 10mins Voltage Set This function is disabled and not used for the US. NOTE This function is for maintenance personnel only, wrong operation will prevent the inverter from reaching maximum power. 6.7.8.5 Power Priority This setting is used to set the priority between Active Power Control (Watt) and Reactive Power Control (Var).

  • Page 63: Restore Settings

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.8.8 Freq-Watt This setting is used to control real power based on the frequency excursion This setting is applicable when Rule21 Standards are selected. → Start Freq: 60.50Hz WGradient: 040% Figure 6.38 Freq-Watt (1) Start Freq: This is the frequency that active power reduction starts. WGradient: This is the active power reduction rate in terms of the frequency.

  • Page 64: Hmi Update

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.10 HMI Updater NOTE This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. Selecting “Updater” displays the sub-menu shown below: HMI Current Ver.: 02 YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> Figure 6.41 Updater is for updating LCD firmware. Press the ENTER key to start the process. Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.

  • Page 65: Debug Parameter

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.13 Debug Parameter NOTE This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. Debug Parameter as shown as below: → S16DAT1: +0000 S16DAT2: +0000 S16DAT3: +0000 S16DAT4: +0000 S16DAT5: +0000 S16DAT6: +0000 S16DAT7: +0000 S16DAT8: +0000 Figure 6.43 Press the UP/DOWN keys to scroll through items.

  • Page 66: Dsp Update

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.14 DSP Update The function is used for update the DSP. NOTE This function is applicable by maintenance personnel only, wrong operation will prevent the inverter from reaching maximum power. 6.7.15 Compensation Set This function is used to calibrate inverter output energy and voltage. It will not impact the energy count for inverter with RGM.

  • Page 67: I/V Curve

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.7.16 I/V Curve This function is used to scan the I/V characteristic curves of each PV strings. Set I/V Curve I/V Curve Scan Figure 6.46 I/V Curve 6.7.16.1 Set I/V Curve This setting can set the scanning voltage start point and the voltage interval. 850V 010V Figure 6.47 Set I/V Curve...

  • Page 68: Afci Function

    6. Normal operation User Manual 6.8 AFCI function Solis inverters have the built-in AFCI function which can detect the arc fault on the DC circuit and shut down the inverter to prevent a fire disaster. 6.8.1 Enable the AFCI function The AFCI function can be enabled in the following.

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    NOTE Never use any solvents, abrasives or corrosive materials to clean the inverter. 7.1 Anti-PID Function Solis inverter integrates optional Anti-PID module and it can recover the PID effect during night thus protect the PV system from degradation. Inverter Figure 7.1 The Anti-PID module repairs the PID effect of the PV model at night.

  • Page 70: Fan Maintenance

    7. Maintenance User Manual NOTE If you need to maintain the inverter at night, please turn off the AC switch first, then turn off the DC switch, and wait 5 minutes before you do other operations. 7.2 Fan Maintenance If the fan does not work properly, the inverter will not be cooled effectively. and it may affect the inverter operation.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    6. Your contact details 8.3.1 Troubleshooting guide Solis inverters are designed in accordance with international grid standards, safety standards and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. Before delivery to the customer, the inverter has been subjected to intensive testing to ensure its optimal operation and reliability.
  • Page 72 8. Troubleshooting User Manual Alarms Cause Solution Test – DC switch OFF • Check PV connections • Input voltage low/missing • Check polarity No Information • Polarity reversed • Check voltage >200V (Blank Screen) • Main board damaged Test – DC Switch ON •...
  • Page 73 8. Troubleshooting User Manual Alarms Cause Solution Test – DC switch OFF • Check frequency at the inverter test points • If Frequency measures high, adjust upper limit with permission from utility OV-G-F: Over • Inverter detects grid • Check LCD reading, may be a bad Grid Frequency Frequency as too high measurement circuit...
  • Page 74 8. Troubleshooting User Manual Alarms Cause Solution Reset Inverter • DC switch OFF INI-FAULT: • Master and Slave DSP • Wait until all lights/LCD turn off Initialization have different values • DC switch ON Protection • Replace inverter Inspect installation OV-TEM: •...

  • Page 75: Specifications

    9. Specifications User Manual Model S5-GC75K-US Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1000 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 Full load MPPT voltage range (Volts) 550...850 Max. input current (Amps) 8x32 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 8x50 MPPT number/Max input strings number 8/16...
  • Page 76 9. Specifications User Manual Model S5-GC80K-US Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1000 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 Full load MPPT voltage range (Volts) 550...850 Max. input current (Amps) 9x32 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 9x50 MPPT number/Max input strings number 9/18...
  • Page 77 9. Specifications User Manual Model S5-GC90K-US Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1000 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 Full load MPPT voltage range (Volts) 550...850 Max. input current (Amps) 10x32 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 10x50 MPPT number/Max input strings number 10/20...
  • Page 78 9. Specifications User Manual Model S5-GC100K-US Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1000 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 Full load MPPT voltage range (Volts) 550...850 Max. input current (Amps) 10x32 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 10x50 MPPT number/Max input strings number 10/20...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    10. Appendices User Manual Torque Parts Cover screws 1.5-1.7 ft.lbs Ground screws (Cover) 4.4-6.0 ft.lbs Ground screws (Internal) 17-21 ft.lbs AC terminals 17-21 ft.lbs 10.1 Temperature Derating Figure 10.1 For all models of inverter Comments: A thermal sensor inside the inverter is calibrated to determine ambient temperature. All inverters will begin a sloped derate at 50°C ending at 60% output power at 60°C.
  • Page 80 10. Appendices User Manual 10.2 Input Voltage Derating Figure 10.2 For all models of inverter 10.3 Output Voltage Derating Figure 10.3 For all models of inverter...
  • Page 81 10. Appendices User Manual 10.4 P-Q Capabilities at Nominal Output Power Inverter is capable providing reactive power of ±60kVAR at nominal grid voltage and rated ambient temperature. Chart below details inverter reactive power capabilities at various input voltages and various ambient temperature condition.
  • Page 82 10. Appendices User Manual 10.5 P-Q Capabilities at Nominal Output Power Inverter is capable providing reactive power of ±54kVAR at nominal grid voltage and rated ambient temperature. Chart below details inverter reactive power capabilities at various input voltages and various ambient temperature condition.
  • Page 83 10. Appendices User Manual 10.6 P-Q Capabilities at Nominal Output Power Inverter is capable providing reactive power of ±48kVAR at nominal grid voltage and rated ambient temperature. Chart below details inverter reactive power capabilities at various input voltages and various ambient temperature condition.
  • Page 84 10. Appendices User Manual 10.7 P-Q Capabilities at Nominal Output Power Inverter is capable providing reactive power of ±45kVAR at nominal grid voltage and rated ambient temperature. Chart below details inverter reactive power capabilities at various input voltages and various ambient temperature condition.
  • Page 85 10. Appendices User Manual 10.8 Default Grid Setting for UL-480-18 Parameter Range Default Description Set grid over-voltage protection 01 value L-L 528 V OV-G-V01 L-L 528-576 V OV-G-V01 L-N 304.8-332.6 V 304.8 V Set grid over-voltage protection 01 value L-N 13 S OV-G-V01-T Grid over-voltage protection 01 trip time...
  • Page 86 10. Appendices User Manual 10.8 Default Grid Setting for UL-480-18 Parameter Range Default Description Ramp-up Set Ramp-up power slew rate during start-up 100% 0-100% Slew Rate Reconnect 0.10-100% 0.33%V Set Ramp-up power slew rate during reconnect Slew Rate 10 S Volt Watt P3Tau Set power rise time for Volt Watt condition 0.5-60 S...
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