User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Important Safety Instructions Please save these instructions for future use! Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning the installation! ⚫ Before installation, please read this manual carefully and follow the instructions in this manual strictly.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Symbols On the Inverter Symbol Description To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end-users of electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ......................1 Symbols On the Inverter ......................2 1 About This Manual ........................3 1.1 How To Use This Manual ....................3 1.2 Target Groups ........................3 1.3 Symbols ........................... 3 1.4 Statement ........................
SOLXPOW X1 Series 1 About This Manual This manual is an integral part of PowMr SOLXPOW X1 series single-phase high-voltage hybrid inverters (hereinafter referred to as the inverter). It mainly introduces the assembly, installation, electrical connection, debugging, maintenance and troubleshooting of the products.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 1.4 Statement Our company has the right not to undertake quality assurance in any of the following circumstances: ⚫ Damages caused by improper transportation. ⚫ Damages caused by incorrect storage, installation or use. ⚫ Damages caused by installation and use of equipment by non-professionals or untrained personnel.
2 Product Description 2.1 Product Introduction The PowMr SOLXPOW X1 series inverter is also known as hybrid inverter or storage inverter, which is mainly used to combine the PV array, lithium battery, loads and power grid to realize intelligent power management and dispatching.
⚫ The system is not suitable for supplying life-sustaining medical devices. It cannot guarantee backup power in all circumstances. The applicable grid types for the SOLXPOW X1 series are TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S and TT. When applied to the TT grid, the voltage of N to PE suggests less than 30V.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 2.4 Appearance Figure 2-3 Inverter Appearance Wiring terminals are at the bottom of the inverter, as shown in the table below. Item Terminal Note Display the operation information and working status Display and LED panel of the inverter.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 2.5 Indicator Figure 2-4 Inverter display interface Item Indicator Status Description Grid lost. Slow Grid Indicator Inverter detected grid but not running in on-grid mode. flashing Always on Inverter works in on-grid mode. The inverter communication is running...
The device is thoroughly tested and strictly inspected before delivery. Nonetheless, damage may still occur during shipping. For this reason, please conduct a thorough inspection after receiving the device. Contact PowMr or the transport company in case of any damage or incompleteness, and provide photos to facilitate services. 3.2 Packing List The package of the inverter includes the following accessories.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Figure 3-1 Packing list Item Name and Quantity Note Inverter (1pcs) Wall-mounting bracket (1pcs), Expansion plug set (5pcs), M5 screws (1pcs) On-grid connector set (1pcs) Blue Back-up connector set (1pcs) Black PV terminal (SOLXPOW X1-3~3.6K 1 pair / SOLXPOW X1-4.2~8K 2...
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 3.3 Location The SOLXPOW X1 series inverters are designed with IP65 protection enclosure for indoor and outdoor installations. When selecting an inverter installation location, the following factors should be considered: 1. The wall on which the inverters mounted must be able to withstand the weight of the inverter.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 3.3.2 Installation Spacing Reserve enough clearance around the inverter to ensure sufficient space for heat dissipation. Figure 3-3 Recommended installation spacing 3.3.3 Installation Angle Install the inverter vertically. Never install the inverter horizontally, or at forward/backward tilted, or upside down.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 3.4 Mounting the Inverter 3.4.1 Wall Bracket Installation 1. Dimensions of wall bracket (mm) Figure 3-5 Dimensions of wall bracket Figure 3-6 Marking hole position using installation bracket 2. Use an electrical driller with 10mm diameter bit to drill 5 holes in the wall with 80mm depth.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Figure 3-7 Fixing the wall bracket 3.4.2 Mounting the Inverter Lift the inverter, hang the back rail on the fixed wall bracket carefully. Secure the inverter with M5 screws. Figure 3-8 Mounting the inverter 3.4.3 External Ground Connection Connect the inverter and ground bar through PE wire to achieve the purpose of grounding protection.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series NOTICE ⚫ Reliable grounding is good for resisting surge voltage shock and improving EMI performance. ⚫ Inverters must be well-grounded. ⚫ For a system with only one inverter, just ground the PE cable. ⚫ For a multi-inverter system, all inverters PE wire need to be connected to the same grounding copper bar to ensure equipotential bonding.
⚫ Do not use other brands or other types of terminals other than the terminals in the accessory package. PowMr has the right to refuse all damages caused by the mixed-use of terminals. ⚫ Moisture and dust can damage the inverter, ensure the cable gland is securely tightened during installation.
PowMr Smart Meter Figure 4-1 Electrical wiring diagram *PowMr Smart Meter consists of ACR10R and SM. Define the cable connections for the meter based on the actual meter model and refer to Section 4.4. This cable diagram is for reference only.
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AC supply can be isolated or switched. Figure 4-2 Standard wiring diagram *PowMr Smart Meter consists of ACR10R and SM. Define the cable connections for the meter based on the actual meter model and refer to Section 4.4. This cable diagram is for reference only.
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AS/NZS_3000. Otherwise, BACK-UP function will not work. Figure 4-3 Australia wiring diagram *PowMr Smart Meter consists of ACR10R and SM. Define the cable connections for the meter based on the actual meter model and refer to Section 4.4. This cable diagram is for reference only.
⚫ Before making the connection of AC cable, please confirm all DC & AC power source are disconnected from the inverter. ⚫ The SOLXPOW X1 series single-phase high voltage hybrid inverter applies to the single- phase power grid with a voltage of 230V and a frequency of 50/60Hz.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Residual Current Monitoring Device With an integrated universal current-sensitive residual current monitoring unit included, the inverter will disconnect immediately from the mains power once a fault current with a value exceeding the limit is detected.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series WARNING ⚫ The cord end terminals must be locked tightly, and make sure it won’t be loose after a long period of use. 4. According to the arrow direction push the threaded sleeve to make it connected with the AC terminal head and then rotate the cable gland clockwise to lock it.
4.3 Monitoring Device Installation SOLXPOW X1 series hybrid inverter supports WIFI, LAN, and 4G communication. Plug the WIFI, LAN, or 4G module into the COM1 port in the bottom of inverter. A slight "click" sound during the installation represents that the assembly is in place.
The Meter can be installed in the AC combiner box or other places that are unable to be touched by children. PowMr CT cable with length of 2m, it’s fixed and can’t be extended. The CTs have been connected to the PowMr Meter when you received them, and you just need to follow the wiring diagram in the Meter to connect CT.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Meter terminals definition as shown in table below: Definition Function ACR10R L/N connect to grid to detect power grid voltage L-S1 L-S2 To detect the CT current and direction Ground connection Power supplied from grid...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Definition Function RJ45-1 RS 485 Communicate with Meter RJ45-2 Communicate with BMS Multifunction Relay NO (Normally Open) Reserved Reserved DRM4/8 DRM3/7 DRM2/6 DRED For Australia and New Zealand DRM1/5 COM D/0 REF D/0 Fast stop +...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 2. Take out the terminal block. Figure 4-14 3. Remove the seal and lead the cable through the cable gland. Figure 4-15 4.5.2 Connect the Meter And BMS Communication Cables NOTE ⚫ The communication between meter/BMS and inverter is RJ45 interface cable.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 2. Insert one side of the RJ45 plug into the RJ45 port of terminal block. Figure 4-17 3. Insert another side of the communication cable into the meter RS485 port or BMS CAN port. 4.5.3 Connect Other Cables 1.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Figure 4-19 3. Fix all the wires to the terminal plug according to the assignment and tighten to a torque of 1.2+/-0.1N· m with a screwdriver. Figure 4-20 4. Pull the wires outward to check whether they are firmly installed. Insert the terminal block into the connector until it snaps into place with an audible click.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 5. Fasten the swivel nut. Figure 4-22 4.5.4 Installing the COM Connector 1. Remove the waterproof lid from the COM terminal. 2. Insert the COM connector into COM terminal on the bottom of the inverter until there is an audible click.
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DRED (Demand Response Enabling Device) interface is special reserved for Australia and New Zealand according to their safety regulation, and PowMr doesn’t provide the DRED device for the customer. The inverter supports the demand response modes as specified in the standard AS/NZS...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series DRED wiring diagram (hybrid inverter) as below: Figure 4-25 DRED mode as shown in table below: Mode Function DRM 0 Operate the disconnection device DRM 1 Do not consume power DRM 2 Do not consume at more than 50% of rated power...
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SOLXPOW X1 Series RCR (Ripple Control Receiver) interface is special reserved for Germany and some other European country according to their safety regulation, and PowMr doesn’t provide the RCR device for the customer. In Germany and some European areas, a ripple control receiver is used to convert a power grid dispatching signal to a dry contact signal.
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NOTICE ⚫ Maximum voltage and current at DO dry contact port: 230VAC 1A/ 30VDC 1A. NOTE ⚫ For more installation and setup information, please contact PowMr. Load Control Figure 4-27 Load control connection diagram...
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⚫ The AC contactor should be placed between the inverter and the loads. Do not connect the load to DO port directly. ⚫ The contactor is not supplied by the PowMr. Connect the load to the DO port of the inverter directly if the load is designed with a DI port.
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The on-grid and back-up side cannot be The back-up side cannot be connected on-grid connected to and generator directly. side or grid. For advanced applications, please contact our after-sales department. Figure 4-29 NOTE ⚫ For more installation and setup information about parallel system, please contact PowMr.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 4.5.10 Fast stop SOLXPOW X1 hybrid inverter comes standard with fast stop function, and you can use this function by connecting an external switch into the fast stop interface if it requires in the installation place.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 4.6.1 PV Side Requirements System Layout of Units with external DC Switch 1. Local standards or codes may require PV systems that fit with an external DC switch on the DC side. The DC switch must be able to safely disconnect the open-circuit voltage of the PV array plus a safety reserve of 20%.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 1. Peel off the DC cable insulation sleeve for 7 mm. Figure 4-32 2. Disassemble the connector in the accessory bag. Figure 4-33 3. Insert the DC cable through the DC connector nut into the metal terminal and press the terminal with a professional crimping plier (pull back the cable with some power to check if the terminal is well connected to the cable).
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 4.6.3 Installing the PV Connector 1. Rotate the DC switch to “OFF” position. Figure 4-36 2. Check the cable connection of the PV string for polarity correctness and ensure that the open circuit voltage in any case does not exceed the inverter input limit of 600V.PV Max. Input voltage is 550V without battery, or 500V with battery, otherwise inverter will be waiting.
⚫ If the conductor core of the battery cable is too small, which may cause poor contact between the terminal and the cable, please use the cable specified in the above table, or contact PowMr to purchase terminals of other specifications. 1. Peel off the battery cable insulation sleeve for 10 mm.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 3. Insert the battery cable through the battery connector nut into the metal terminal and press the terminal with a professional crimping plier (pull back the cable with some power to check if the terminal is well connected to the cable).
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 6. Insert the positive and negative connector into the inverter battery terminals respectively, and a “click” sound represents the assembly in place. Figure 4-43...
Cloud monitoring App and 7.3 Local configuration App". 2. Register an account on the Cloud monitoring App. If you have got the account and password from the distributor/installer or PowMr, skip this step. 5.2 Inspection Before Commissioning Check the following items before starting the inverter: 1.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 5. Observe the LED indicator to ensure that the inverter operates normally. 6. After the inverter is started, please refer to the [QUICK USE GUIDE] which is attached to the access to configure the inverter.
⚫ Please wait for 10 seconds and the inverter will automatically save your settings or modifications. 6.1 Operation Modes PowMr SOLXPOW X1 Hybrid inverter has the following basic operation modes and you can configure the operation mode as per your preference in the App. General Mode...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Peak load Shifting (Load Shifting) Set the maximum power Pmax (kVA) contracted with the grid. When the load consumption is less than the Pmax, the PV will charge the battery first, and the grid supplies the load. When the battery is full, PV will supply the load together with the grid, but the battery doesn't.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series UPS Mode In this working mode, the inverter will use the power from PV or grid to charge the battery until it is fully charged, and as long as the grid is there, the battery won’t discharge.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Economic Mode In this working mode, you can set charge/discharge power and time in the App, inverter will use the power from PV or grid (whether to use can be set in the App) to charge the battery in the predetermined period.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Off-grid Mode In the purely off-grid mode, power from PV will supply the back-up loads first and then charge the battery if there's surplus power. When the power from PV isn’t enough, the battery will discharge to supply back-up loads together with PV.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 6.3 Main Window Inverter working status: Waiting/Checking/On-Grid/Off-Grid/Fault Info/FW Updating Inverter Display Abbreviation and Complete Name Reference Table Abbreviation Complete Name V-Ipv1/2 PV input voltage and current of each MPPT Ppv1/2 PV input power of each MPPT...
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 6.4 General Setting...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Inverter Display Abbreviation and Complete Name Reference Table Abbreviation Complete Name System Info System information FM Version Firmware version Series number Fault Info Fault information RSSI Received signal strength indicator DHCP Set Enable or disable DHCP functionality...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Inverter Display Abbreviation and Complete Name Reference Table Abbreviation Complete Name Safety Set Select the code that meet local regulatory requirements Battery_ID Set Select the battery model Work Mode Current work mode / work mode setting...
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Abbreviation Complete Name System Maint. System maintenance, includes inverter stop and run, system restart In the multi-inverter parallel system, set the role of one inverter as the Multi-INV Role master and the other inverter as the slave.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Connect the AC cable, auto test will start after the inverter connected to the grid, see the operation steps below:...
Figure 6-1 Capabilities This mode can be enabled via configuration software. It is enabled by default in some regions, such as AU, DE market. For information on how to change default setpoints please contact PowMr Technical Support at support@powmr.com. Descriptions of reactive power regulation mode:...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 6.8.3 “Qt” Mode In the Qt mode, system rated reactive power is fixed, and the system injects reactive power according to the delivered reactive power ratio. The setting range of the reactive power ratio is 0~60% or 0~-60%, corresponding to the ranges of inductive and capacitive reactive power regulation respectively.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 6.8.5 “Q(U)” Mode The reactive power output of the inverter will vary in response to the grid voltage. “Q(U)” Mode Parameter Descriptions: Parameter Explanation Range Hysteresis Ratio Voltage hysteresis ratio on the Q(U) mode curve...
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 7 Monitoring 7.1 Monitoring Device Figure 7-1 Monitoring device display interface Indicator Status Description Connection abnormal Always On Communicate with the server normally The monitoring device is not connected to the router or is not connected to Slow flashing the base station.
Otherwise, please refer to the [QUICK USE GUIDE] which is attached to the accessory bag. 7.2 Cloud monitoring App PowMr inverter provides a monitoring port that can collect and transmit data from the inverter to PowMr monitoring platform via an external monitoring device. Please refer to the product nameplate on side of enclosure to get the monitoring application.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 8 Technical Parameters 8.1 Table 1 Line Mode Specifications Model SOLXPOW X1-3K SOLXPOW X1-3.6K Line Mode Input voltage waveform Sinusoidal 6.0kVA 7.2kVA Max. input apparent power L/N/PE, 220/230/240V Rated AC voltage 50Hz/60Hz Rated AC frequency Max.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 8.2 Table 2: Inverter Mode Specifications (Backup Side) Model SOLXPOW X1-3K SOLXPOW X1-3.6K 3.0kW 3.6kW Rated output power 3.3kW 3.96kW Max. output power 3.0kVA 3.6kVA Rated output apparent power 3.3kVA 3.96kVA Max. output apparent power 13.0A...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Model SOLXPOW X1-6K SOLXPOW X1-8K 6.0kW 8.0kW Rated output power 6.6kW 8.0kW Max. output power 6.0kVA 8.0kVA Rated output apparent power 6.6kVA 8.0kVA Max. output apparent power 26.1A 36.3A Rated output current 28.7A 36.3A Max. output current...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 8.3 Table 3 Specifications in Grid-Tie Mode (Grid-Side) Model SOLXPOW X1-3K SOLXPOW X1-3.6K 3.0kW 3.6kW Rated output power 3.3kW 3.96kW Max. output power 3.0kVA 3.6kVA Rated output apparent power 3.3kVA 3.96kVA Max. output apparent power 3.0kW...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Model SOLXPOW X1-6K SOLXPOW X1-8K Rated output power 6.0kW 8.0kW Max. output power 6.6kW 8.0kW Rated output apparent power 6.0kVA 8.0kVA Max. output apparent power 6.6kVA 8.0kVA Max. battery charging power 6.0kW 8.0kW Rated AC voltage...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 8.4 Table 4 Specifications in Charging Mode Model SOLXPOW X1-3K SOLXPOW X1-3.6K Battery specification Lithium Battery (with BMS) Battery type CAN/RS485 Battery communication mode 96-450V Battery voltage range Max. discharge current Utility or generator charging mode...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Model SOLXPOW X1-4.2K SOLXPOW X1-5K Battery specification Lithium Battery (with BMS) Battery type CAN/RS485 Battery communication mode 96-450V Battery voltage range Max. discharge current Utility or generator charging mode 3-Stage Charging algorithm Max. AC charging current 4.2kW...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Model SOLXPOW X1-6K SOLXPOW X1-8K Battery specification Lithium Battery (with BMS) Battery type CAN/RS485 Battery communication mode 96-450V Battery voltage range Max. discharge current Utility or generator charging mode 3-Stage Charging algorithm Max. AC charging current 6.0kW...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 8.5 Table 5 General Specifications Model SOLXPOW X1-3K SOLXPOW X1-3.6K PV: II; Main: III Surge Category 534*418*210mm (W*H*D) Dimensions 27kg Weight IP65 Protection Rating <15W Standby Power Consumption Transformerless Topology -30~60° C Operating Temperature Range...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Model SOLXPOW X1-6K SOLXPOW X1-8K PV: II; Main: III Surge Category 534*418*210mm (W*H*D) Dimensions 27kg Weight IP65 Protection Rating <15W Standby Power Consumption Transformerless Topology -30~60° C Operating Temperature Range 0~100% Relative Humidity 3000m (>3000m derating)
9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Error Message PowMr SOLXPOW X1 series hybrid inverter is designed in accordance with grid operation standards, and conform to the requirements of safety and EMC. The inverter had passed a series of rigorous tests to ensure it runs sustainably and reliably before shipment.
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Error Message Description Solution 500 KΩ. 3. Seek help from the installer or manufacture. 1. Restart the inverter. 2. Check whether the PV panels, cables, The inverter detects that the and connectors are waterlogged or...
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User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Error Message Description Solution Fail got failed. Neutral & ground between N&PE cable on AC side. If the cable are in poor connection voltage is higher than 10V, which on AC side. means the neutral or ground connection is abnormal.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series Error Message Description Solution 2. Check whether back-up side is short circuit. Internal communication got 1. Restart the inverter. SCI Fault failed. Caused by a strong 2. Seek for help from the installer or external magnetic field etc.
NOTICE ⚫ Any Arbitrary replacement of internal components is forbidden. ⚫ Please seek help from PowMr for maintenance support. Otherwise, we will not take any responsibility. NOTE ⚫ Please remember not to do the self-maintenance before being familiar with the proper instruction of the whole process.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 9.4 Battery Maintenance Installation and maintenance of batteries should be performed or supervised with professional knowledge about batteries. Please contact your battery supplier for detailed installation and maintenance information. CAUTION ⚫ Do not dispose battery in fire, or it may explode.
User Manual SOLXPOW X1 Series 10 Contact Information Should you have any question about this product, please contact us. We need the following information to provide you the best assistance: ⚫ Model of the device ⚫ Serial number of the device ⚫...
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