1. Introduction 1.1 Product description This manual describes solar inverters: RI-ENERGYFLOW-MIDI-3.0D /3.6D /4.0D /4.6D /5.0D /6.0D. Figure 1.1 Front and side view Figure 1.2 Bottom side view Object Description DVC class PV1, PV2 DVC C AC OUTPUT DVC C DVC A DVC A DVC A 1.2 Packing...
Part Description Number PV grid tie inverter Wall/pole bracket Locking screws 2 pairs for RI-ENERGYFLOW- DC connector MIDI AC connector Manual OT terminal Explpsion-proof screws 1.3 Optional Packing Part Description Number DRM connector CT connector WiFi/GPRS Stick 1xCT and com cable 2.
2.1 Applied designations Throughout the manual important information is shown at different levels depending on the character of the information, as shown here: Safety information important for human safety. Violation of warnings may result in injury to persons or death. Danger of high voltage and electric shock! Signals danger due to electrical shock and indicates the time (5 minutes) to allow after the inverter has been turned off and disconnected to ensure safety in any installation...
The limitation depends mainly on internal and ambient temperatures. The limitation is calculated continuously and always allows the maximum possible amount of energy to be produced. Please use the tool supplied by Rayleigh Instruments when dimensioning a photovoltaic system.
3. Overview 3.1 Front Panel Display LCD display is Optional Figure 3.1 Front Panel Display 3.2 LED Status Indicator Light The LED status indicator can display red and green. When the indicator light is on, it indicates that there is power.
Rayleigh Instruments recommends inverter installed to avoid direct sunlight or raining. • To avoid overheating ambient air temperature must be considered when choosing the inverter installation location. Rayleigh Instruments recommends using a sunshade to minimise direct sunlight when the ambient air temperature around the unit exceeds 104°F/40°C.
• Adequate ventilation must be provided if the inverter is to be installed in a confined space. Nothing should be stored on or placed against the inverter. 4.2 Mounting the Inverter Dimensions of wall bracket: Figure 4.3 Inverter wall mounting Please see Figure 4.4 and Figure 4.5 for instructions on mounting the inverter.
2. Make sure the bracket is horizontal and the mounting holes (in Figure 4.4 ) are marked correctly. Drill the holes into the wall or pillar at your marks. 3. Use suitable screws to fix the bracket to the wall. The inverter must be mounted vertically.
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Before connection, please make sure the polarity of the output voltage of the PV array matches the "DC+" and "DC-" symbols. Figure 4.6 DC+ and DC- Connectors Please use the approved DC cable for the PV system. Cross section Cable type Recommended Range value...
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iii) Crimp the contact pin to the wire using a proper wire crimper. Figure 4.9 Crimp the contact pin to the wire v) Insert the contact pin to the top part of the connector and screw up the cap nut to the top part of the connector. Figure 4.10 Connector with Cap nut Screwed on v) Then connect the DC connectors to the inverter.
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Object Value Description External diameter 12mm to 18mm Copper conductor cross-section 4mm² to 10mm² Stripping length of the insulated conductors approx. 13mm Stripping length of the outer sheath of the AC cable approx. 53mm The PE conductor must be 10mm longer than the L and N conductors b.
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LCD displays the fault code F07 until the fault is resolved. 4.3.4 Max, over current protection device (OCPD) To protect the inverter's PV and AC grid connection conductors, Rayleigh Instruments recommends installing breakers that will protect against overcurrent. The following table defines OCPD ratings for the RI-...
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Current for protection Inverter Rated output voltage(V) Rated output current (A) device (A) 3.0D 14.4 3.6D 4.0D 4.6D 5.0D 6.0D Table 4.3 Rating of grid OCPD Current for protection Rated input voltage(V) Inverter Max. input current (A) device (A) 3.0D 3.6D 4.0D 4.6D...
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The inverter is equipped with standard RS485 and WLAN/GPRS communication ports, and the RS485 communication port is mainly used for the software upgrade, WLAN/GPRS communication port is for inverter wireless monitoring. Description Description 485A 485B Table 4.5 Figure 4.20 Inverter RS485/WLAN/GPRS port 4.3.6 CT connections(optional) This inverter has integrated export limitation functionality.
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Please follow the figure below to assemble the CT connector Figure 4.22 CT connector 4.3.7 DRED port connections(optional) DRED means demand response enable device. The AS/NZS 4777.2:2015 required inverter need to support demand response mode(DRM). This function is for the inverter that complies with AS/NZS 4777.2:2015 standard.
5. Start&Stop 5.1 Start the Inverter To start up the Inverter, the following steps must be strictly followed: 1. Switch the grid supply main Switch (AC) ON first. 2. Switch the DC switch ON. If the voltage of PV arrays is higher than the start-up voltage, the inverter will turn on.
Lock screen Pressing the ENTER key locks (Figure 6.2(a)) or unlocks (Figure 6.2 (b)) the screen. Figure 6.2 Locks and Unlocks the Screen of LCD Main Menu Press the ESC key to access to the Main Menu, there are three submenus in the Main Menu (see Figure 6.3): Figure 6.3 Main Menu 6.1 Setup-Technicians Only To access this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only.
The default password is "0000". Please press "ENTER" to move the cursor backwards or confirm the setting, press "up" / "DOWN" to select the number, press "ESC" to move the cursor forward or return to the Main Menu. After entering the correct password the Main Menu will display a screen and be able to access the following information, You can also continue to access the next menu level.
6.3 Statistics Select Statistics from the Main Menu to access the following options, you can also continue to access the next menu level. 7. Maintenance RI-ENERGYFLOW-MIDI single phase inverter does not require any regular maintenance. However, cleaning the dust on the heat sink will help the inverter to dissipate the heat and increase its lifetime. The dust can be removed with a soft brush.
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1.Pease check mains voltage whether it is complied with local,safety standard AC voltage & frequency are 2.Please check the AC output line is properly connected. F00-F03 too high or too low. Make sure its output voltage to see if it is normal. 3.Disconnect PV input and restart the inverter and check whether.
If the inverter displays any alarm message as listed in the previous table; please turn off the inverter (refer to Section 5.2 to stop your inverter) and wait for 5 minutes before restarting it (refer to Section 5.1 to start your inverter). If the failure persists, please contact your local distributor or the service centre.
Conditions • After replacement, unqualified products shall be processed by Rayleigh Instruments. • The customer shall give Rayleigh Instruments or his partner a reasonable period to repair the faulty device. Exclusion of Liability In the following circumstances, Rayleigh Instruments has the right to refuse to honour the quality guarantee: •...
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