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  • Page 1 Version 1.0 (July, 2022)
  • Page 2 Microinverter under the guide of this document. Other Information Product information is subject to change without notice. User manual will be updated frequently, please refer to Aptos official website at www.aptossolar.com for the latest version. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.4 Routine Maintenance ..........................20 6.5 Replace Microinverter ..........................21 7. Decommissions ..............................22 7.1 Decommissions ............................22 7.2 Storage and Transportation ........................22 7.3 Disposal ............................... 22 8. Technical Data ..............................22 © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 Appendix 1: ................................27 Installation Map ..............................27 Appendix 2: ................................28 WIRING DIAGRAM –120VAC / 240VAC SPLIT PHASE: ................28 WIRING DIAGRAM – 120VAC / 208VAC THREE PHASE: ............... 29 © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Important Notes

    800 Microinverter is designed and tested according to international safety requirements. However, certain safety precautions must be taken when installing and operating this inverter. The installer must read and follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings in this installation manual. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols

     Do not use the equipment if any operating anomalies are found. Avoid temporary repairs.  All repairs should be carried out using only qualified spare parts, which must be installed in accordance with their intended use and by a licensed contractor or authorized Aptos service representative.

  • Page 7: Radio Interference Statement

    3) Place the shield between the microinverter and the receiving antenna, such as metal / concrete roof. 4) Contact your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 3. About Product 3.1 About 2 in 1 Unit © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 8: Highlights

    Power factor (adjustable) 0.8 leading……0.8 lagging. External antenna for stronger communication with DTU. High reliability: NEMA6 (IP67) enclosure; 6000V surge protection. 3.3 Terminals Introduction Object Description AC Connector DC Connectors Antenna 3.4 Dimension(mm) © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 9: About Function

    *Note: All accessories above are not included in the package, and need to be purchased separately. Please contact our sales representative for the price. (M8 screws need to be prepared by installer-self 5.2 Installation Precaution © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Space Distance Required

    50cm above the roof. Otherwise, more DTUs may be required to ensure the communication quality between the DTUs and the microinverters. 5.4 Preparation Installation of the equipment is carried out based on the system design and the place in which the equipment is installed. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Pre-Installation

    A) Plan the cable length to make the bus cable aligned with each PV module. B) Install the AC bus end cap:  Use the bus connector unlock tool to unlock the port upper cover; © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Installation Steps

    C) Hang the microinverter on the screw (shown as picture below), and tighten the screw.The silver cover side of the Microinverter should be facing the panel. *Note: Please install the microinverter at least 50cm above the ground/roof for better communication with Aptos DTU.
  • Page 13 Plug the upper cover back to the bus connector. B) Connect the other side of the AC end cable to the distribution box, and wire it to the local grid network. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 14 Affix the serial number label to the respective location on the installation map. Step 5. Connect PV Modules Mount the PV modules above the microinverter. B) Connect the PV modules’ DC cables to the DC input side of the microinverter. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the DTU User Manual or DTU Quick Install Guide, and Quick Installation Guide for Aptos Online Registration to install the DTU and set up the monitoring system. Product information is subject to change without notice. (Please download reference manuals at www.aptossolar.com)
  • Page 16 2.Check the communication between DTU and Aptos monitoring system, the communication between DTU and microinverter. Then try again. 3. If the fault still exists, contact your dealer or Aptos technical support. 1. If the alarm occurs accidentally and the microinverter can still work Software error code normally, no special treatment is required.
  • Page 17 2. If the alarms occur frequently on all the microinverters in your station, contact the local power operator to check whether there is a grid island. 3.If the alarm still exists, contact your dealer or Aptos technical support. 1.Please make sure that the PV module open-circuit voltage is less Input port1 than or equal to the maximum input voltage.

  • Page 18: Status Led Indicator

    2. If the alarm occurs frequently and cannot be recovered, contact your dealer or Aptos technical support. 6.2 Status LED Indicator The LED flashes five times at start up. All green flashes (1s gap) indicate normal start up. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: On-Site Inspection (For Qualified Installer Only)

     Flashing Red and Green alternately: Firmware is corrupted. *Note: All the faults are reported to the DTU, refer to the local APP of the DTU or Aptos Monitoring Platform for more information. 6.3 On-site Inspection (For qualified installer only) To troubleshoot an inoperable microinverter, follow the steps in the order shown.

  • Page 20: Routine Maintenance

    5. Check the DC connections between the microinverter and the PV module. 6. Verify the PV module DC voltage is within the allowable range shown in appendix Technical Data of this manual. 7. If the problem persists, please call Aptos customer support. Warning ...

  • Page 21: Replace Microinverter

    “Device List” page and find the device that you just replaced. Please click the down arrow next to the “More” on the right side of the page, and select “Replace”. Input the new Microinverter’s SN and click “Ok” to complete the station changes. © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 22: Decommissions

    7.2 Storage and Transportation Aptos packages and protects individual components using suitable means to make the transport and subsequent handling easier. Transportation of the equipment, especially by road, must be carried out by suitable ways for protecting the components (in particular, the electronic components) from violent, shocks, humidity, vibration, etc.

  • Page 23: Dc Input

    DC current. But the maximum short circuit current must be equal to or less than the maximum input DC short circuit current. The output DC power of PV module is NOT recommended to exceed 1.35 times the output AC power of the microinverter. Refer to “Aptos Warranty Terms & Conditions” for more information. 8.1 DC Input Model...

  • Page 24: Mechanical Data

    800 Microinverter is a grid support interactive inverter, which is also known as a Grid Support Utility Interactive Inverter. And these microinverters also comply with California Rule 21. The Grid Support Support functions are controlled on Aptos Monitoring Platform and the DTU is required in this PV system.
  • Page 25 Mandatory 57.0 < f < 58.5 299 sec. 300 sec. 0.1-300 sec. 1 (LF1) Operation Low Frequency No Ride- f < 57.0 Not Applicable 0.16 sec. 0.16 sec. 2 (LF2) Through © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 26 Minimum slope of frequency droop %Prated/Hz  SA15: Volt-Watt (VW) MAC-800 Units Output power rating Output Power accuracy %Prated Maximum Slope of active power %Prated/Hz reduction Minimum Slope of active power reduction %Prated/Hz © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 27: Installation Map

    Appendix 1: Installation Map © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 28: Wiring Diagram -120Vac / 240Vac Split Phase

    Appendix 2: WIRING DIAGRAM –120VAC / 240VAC SPLIT PHASE: © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 29: Wiring Diagram - 120Vac / 208Vac Three Phase

    WIRING DIAGRAM – 120VAC / 208VAC THREE PHASE: © 2022 Aptos Solar Technology, LLC. All rights reserved.

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