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Solis Three Phase Inverter Installation and Operation Manual S5-GC(50-70)K Ver1.2 Ginlong Technologies Co., Ltd. No. 57 Jintong Road, Binhai Industrial Park, Xiangshan, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315712, P.R.China. Tel: +86 (0)574 6578 1806 Fax: +86 (0)574 6578 1606 Please adhere to the actual products in case of any discrepancies in this user manual.
1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1 Product Description 1.2 Unpacking and storage Solis Three phase Inverters covert DC power from the photovoltaic(PV) array When you receive the inverter, please ensure that all the parts listed below are included: into alternating current(AC) power that can satisfy local loads as well as feed the power distribution grid.
1. Introduction 2. Safety Instructions 1.3 Storage If the inverter is not to be installed immediately, storage instructions and environmental Improper use may result in electric shock hazards or burns. This product manual contains conditions are below: important instructions that are required to be followed during installation and maintenance. Please read these instructions carefully before use and keep them in an easily locatable place Use the original box to repackage the inverter, seal with adhesive tape with the for future reference.
2. Safety Instructions 3. Installation 3.1 Environmental considerations 3.1.1 Select a location for the inverter CAUTION When selecting a location for the inverter, consider the following: Risk of electric shock from energy stored in the inverter's capacitors. Do not remove cover until five (5) minutes after disconnecting all sources WARNING: Risk of fire of supply have passed, and this can only be done by a service technician.
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.1.1.1 Examples of correct and incorrect installations 3.1.2.3 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). ●...
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.3.1 Wall mounting Refer to figure 3.6 and figure 3.7 Inverter shall be mounted vertically. The steps to mount the inverter are listed below. 1. Refer to Figure 3.6, drill holes for expansion bolt(M10*90) based on the hole diameter of bracket using a precision drill keeping the drill perpendicular to the wall.
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.3.2 Rack mounting The steps to mounted to the rack are listed below: 3. Install mounting plate 1. Select a location for the inverter 1) Remove the bracket and fasteners from the packaging. Mark the position for hole, drilling according to the hole positions of the bracket.
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4 Electrical Connections 3) Align the mounting plate with the holes, Insert the hexagon bolt (M10X40)through the Inverter design uses PV style quick-connect terminal. The top cover needn't be opened mounting plate into the hole. Secure the bracket to the metal frame firmly. during DC electrical connection.
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4.1 Grounding 4) Insert the stripped wire into the OT terminal crimping area and use the hydraulic To effectively protect the inverter, two grounding methods must be performed. Connect the AC grounding cable (Please refer to section 3.4.3) clamp to crimp the terminal to the wire (see Figure 3.16).
3. Installation 3. Installation 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! Figure 3.23 Connect the DC Figure 3.22 Multimeter measurement...
3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4.2.1 DC connection high voltage danger notice CAUTION Rated Rated output Current for protection RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Inverter voltage(V) current (Amps) device (A) 220/380,230/400 S5-GC50K 76.0/72.2 Do not touch an energized DC conductor. There are high voltages present when PV modules are exposed to light causing a risk of death due to an electric shock from touching a DC S5-GC60K 220/380,230/400...
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3. Installation 3. Installation Copper terminal of cable CAUTION L1 L2 L3 N flat gasket Risk of fire if two conductors are connected to one terminal. If a spring washer connection of two conductors to a terminal is made, a fire can occur. NEVER CONNECT MORE THAN ONE CONDUCTOR PER TERMINAL.
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4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring There are 2 communication ports on the inverter. Connect Steps: One is a 4-Pin COM port and the other is a 16-Pin COM port. 1. Lead the main cable through the locking nut and the sleeve. The 4-Pin COM port is used to connect Solis datalogging sticks 2.
4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4.1.2 Monitoring for multiple inverters 2. Use the unlock tool to insert into the groove on the sleeve and pull the sleeve to disconnect When multiple inverters need to run daisy chain communication together, Pin3/4 and Pin6/7 from the connector.
4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4.2 DRM Connection/ Logic Interface Connection 4.3 Meter Connection The AS/NZS 4777.2:2020 requires inverters to support demand response modes (DRM). The inverter can work with a three phase smart meter to achieve Export Power Management Solis Australian version inverters fully comply with the DRM requirements in AS/NZS 4777 function and/or 24hour consumption monitoring function.
4. Comm. & Monitoring 5. Commissioning 5.1 Selecting the appropriate grid standard 5.1.1 Verifying grid standard for country of installation Pin 1&2 on the 16-Pin Connector 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 INV L1 Grid L1 verified for the country of installation before commissioning.
5. Commissioning 5. Commissioning 5.4 Preliminary checks 3). Use the UP/DOWN keys to highlight the SELECT STANDARD option. Press enter to WARNING select. High Voltage. AC and DC measurements should be made only by qualified personnel. Select Standard Grid ON/OFF 5.4.1 DC Connections Figure 5.3 Verify DC connections.
5. Commissioning 6. Start and Shutdown 5.4.3.2.1 Detection of leakage to ground 6.1 Start-up procedure Solis inverters are transformer-less and do not have an array connection to ground. To start-up the inverter, it is mandatory that the steps below are followed in the exact order Any measurement of a fixed voltage between ground and either the positive or negative string outlined.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation Display Duration Description In normal operation, LCD screen alternatively shows inverter power and operation status (see Figure 7.1). The screen can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. V_DC01: 0000.0A I_DC01: +000.0A V_DC: Shows input DC voltage. Pressing the ENTER key gives access to Main Menu.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.2.1 Unlock Screen 7.4 Advanced Info - Technicians Only The screen will automatically lock in one minute if there is no further operation. NOTE: Press and hold the ESC and ENTER keys at the same time for about ten seconds to unlock. To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.4.3 Version 7.4.6 Yearly Energy The screen shows the model version of the inverter. And the screen will show the The function is for checking the energy generation for selected year. software ver by pressing the UP and DOWN at the same time.(see Figure 7.7). YES=<ENT>...
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5 Advanced Settings - Technicians Only NOTE: OV-G-V1: 220---374V OV-G-F1: 50.1-65Hz To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. OV-G-V1-T: 0.01---300S OV-G-F1-T: 0.01---300S Please follow 7.4 to enter password to access this menu. OV-G-V2: 220---374V OV-G-F2: 50.1-65Hz OV-G-V2-T: 0.01---300S...
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.2.2 24H Switch 7.5.5 Power Control This function controls the 24H hours consumption function enable or disable. Active and reactive power can be set through power setting button. There are 4 item for this sub menu: 1.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.8 STD Mode Settings 7.5.10 HMI Update Selecting “STD Mode. Settings” displays the sub-menu shown below: 1. Working Mode Set 2.Power Rate Limit This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. 3.Freq Derate Set 4.10mins Voltage Set Selecting “Updater”...
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7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.11.2 Backflow Power The setting is used to define the allowed export power into the grid. The setting range is between 00000W to 29900W. Please refer to below instructions for different user scenarios. Scenario 1. Only Function 1 is required ->Set Backflow Power Step 1: Refer to Section 4.3 to connect the smart meter on the grid side or load side.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.11.4 Backflow Work Mode This submenu is used for set backflow work mode: 01, 02. “01” is the default mode. Mode “02”, As shown in the figure 7.31 the per phase limiting mode, the inverter only generate the power that equals to one of three-phase load power that is the lowest load power of a certain phase.
7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.14 FAN Test 7.5.17 I/V Curve This function is used to scan the I/V characteristic curves of each PV strings. This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. Set I/V Curve I/V Curve Scan Selecting “Fan Test”...
7. Normal operation 8. Maintenance 7.6 AFCI function Solis inverters have the built-in AFCI function which can detect the arc fault on the DC circuit Solis Three Phase Inverter does not require any regular maintenance. However, and shut down the inverter to prevent a fire disaster. cleaning the dust on heat-sink will help the inverter to dissipate the heat and increase its life time.
8. Maintenance 9. Troubleshooting The inverter is designed in accordance with the most important international grid-tied standards and safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. Before delivering to WARNING : the customer, the inverter has been subjected to several tests to ensure its optimal operation The PID function is automatic.
9. Troubleshooting 9. Troubleshooting Alarm Message Failure description Solution NOTE Initialization system fault INI-FAULT If the inverter displays any alarm message as listed in Table 9.1, please Comm. failure between main turn off the inverter (refer to Section 6.2 to stop your inverter) and wait for 15 DSP-B-FAULT 1.Restart inverter or contact installer.
10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model S5-GC50K Model S5-GC60K Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 180...1000 Max.
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10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model S5-GC60K-HV Model S5-GC70K-HV Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 180...1000 Max.
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10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model S5-GC25K-LV Model S5-GC30K-LV Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 180...1000 Max.
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10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model S5-GC36K-LV Model S5-GC37.5K-LV Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 180...1000 Max.
11. Appendix 11. Appendix 11.1 Grid standard selection guide Code in LCD Country/Region Comments NOTE: G98 NI North Ireland For North Ireland Low Voltage Grid <16A Please check if the grid code setting comply with local requirement. G99 NI North Ireland For North Ireland Low Voltage Grid >16A User-define Customized Protection Limits...
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