If the procedure or practice is not properly implemented or followed, it may cause damage or destruction of part or all of the Growatt device and/or other equipment connected to the Growatt device, or cause personal injury.
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Abbreviation for "Alternating Current” photovoltaic panels into alternating current, and send it to the grid in a three-phase manner. Growatt MOD 3-15K TL3-X series inverter can be connected to 2 strings (12-15K Abbreviation for "Direct Current” TL3-X and 7-11K TL3-X-AU can be connected to three strings), has 2 maximum power Energy tracking point trackers, so suitable for connection 2 Set of arrays of different panels.
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Persons with limited physical or mental abilities may only work 3.During installation,except for the wiring terminals,please do not move other parts with the Growatt inverter following proper instruction and under inside the chassis; constant supervision. Must keep the Growatt inverter away from 4.All electrical installations must comply with local electrical safety standards;...
Product overview 2.3.3 Operation Warnings 3.1 Appearance overview Ensure all connectors are sealed and secure during operation. Ø Although designed to meet all safety requirements, some parts Ø and surfaces of inverter are still hot during operation. To reduce the risk of injury, do not touch the heat sink at the back of the PV- inverter or nearby surfaces while inverter is operating.
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Unpacking inspection 3.2 Dimensions Before opening the inverter package,please check whether the outer package is damaged.After unpacking,please check whether the appearance of the inverter is damaged or lack of accessories.If there is damage or missing parts,please contact the dealer. Fig 3.2 Size and weight: Fig 4.1 Model...
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Installation 5.1 Basic installation requirements The wall on which the inverter is mounted must be sturdy and can withstand the Ø weight of the inverter for a long time (refer to the specifications in Chapter 17 for the weight of the inverter); The installation location must match the size of the inverter;...
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5.2 Install the wall mount 5.2.1 Install the wall mount To prevent electric shock or other damage, be sure to check the wall for power or other piping before opening the hole in the wall. Danger Fig 5.7 Specifications of wall mount Secure the wall mount as shown, do not let the screws flush with the wall, instead expose Fig 5.4 Installation Environment 2 to 4 mm.
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Inverter wiring 6.1 Security There may be a high voltage in the conductive part of the inverter, which may cause electric shock.Therefore, when installing the inverter,make sure that the AC and DC sides of the inverter are Danger powered off. Static electricity may damage the electronic components of the inverter.Anti-static measures should be taken during the replacement or installation of the inverter.
AC connection steps (For MOD 3-6K use only): Preparation before wiring: 1.Pass the 5 wires (A,B,C,N and PE wires) through the AC shield,crimp the O/U terminal Connect the protective ground wire (PE) and connect to the screw terminals on the AC connector. Connect the inverter to the grounding bar through the protective earth (PE) to achieve grounding protection.
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AC connection steps (For MOD 7-15K use only): AC connection steps(just for Vietnam models): 1.Pass the 5 wires (A,B,C,N and PE wires) through the AC shield,crimp the O/U terminal 1.Pass the 5 wires (A,B,C,N and PE wires) through the AC shield,connect them to the and connect to the screw terminals on the AC connector.
Suggested line length: Moisture and dust penetration can damage the inverter. Make sure that the waterproof cable gland is firmly tightened. Ø If the cable connector is not installed correctly,the inverter may be Maximum wire length Ø Note damaged due to the penetration of moisture and dust.All warranty claims Wire ross-sectional area are void.
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Connect DC terminal 2. Push the threaded sleeve into the socket and tighten the waterproof gland. Inverter side Positive connector Positive metal terminal Cables 4~6mm² Click! 4~6mm² Cables Negative metal terminal Fig 6.15 Negative connector Fig 6.12 3.Connect the client to the inverter plug until both are tightly locked on the inverter. 6.4 Connect the signal cable The MOD series inverter has an 4-Pin or 16-Pin signal connector except Vietnam models.The client signal line port is as follows:...
6.5 Grounding the inverter Lightning The inverter must be connected to the AC grounding conductor of the power distribution protection device grid via the ground terminal (PE) . Distribution Photovoltaic panel Inverter Cabinet Because of the transformerless design, the DC positive pole and DC Safety negative pole of PV arrays are not permitted to be grounded.
Multiple inverter combination is not suitable in Australia. Information Mechanical Environment Electromagnetic environment This series inverter has integrated export limitation functionality. To use this function, you can connect the Growatt smart meter. For the detailed information, please contact Degree of pollution with Growatt. Mechanics Din rail dimensions...
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6.8 Inverter demand response modes (DRMS) 6.8.3 Using the Power Control Interface for EU This series inverter has the function of demand response modes, We use 16-Pin socket as RRCR inverter DRMS connection. DRMS application description Ø Applicable to AS/NZS4777.2:2015 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/631.
Debugging 6.9 AFCI(Optional) 1.Close the DC switch on the inverter.As long as the input DC voltage is greater 6.9.1 Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) than 140V,the inverter display will show the following information:No mains connection error,the inverter LED will turn red. In accordance with the National Electrical Code R, Article 690.11, the inverter has a If other information is displayed,please refer to Chapter 13.If you encounter any system for the recognition of electric arc detection and interruption.
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FW Ver:AK1.0 inverter will indicate The leaves of the window will turn red and the inverter output will be disconnected from the grid. Model:S03B00D Growatt 00T00P00U00M0 8.3 Shutdown mode PV inverter When the sunlight is weak or there is no sunlight,the inverter will automatically stop running.When in shutdown mode,the inverter basically does not consume energy from...
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Power Quality Response Modes please refer to chapter 7.3.1. Fig 9.2 9.3.1 Set country Growatt can provide various regulations of the machine, after customers receive the 9.3.4 Check firmware version,Region,Country/Area and Power Quality Response machine, according to their country, by setting icountry to set the corresponding Modes (Australia model only) regulation.
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9.3.6 Generation & Export limitation control and Power Sensor setting 9.3.5 Check firmware version,Region,Country/Area and Power Quality Response (Australia model only) Modes (Australia model only) Single touch to switch display or make the number +1. The inverter power output will vary in response to the AC grid voltage. This is switched Double touch to confirm you setting.
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9.3.7 Set language Set Language The default language is English,touch twice in a row to enter the setting mode,a single Set paramerter English touch to switch the language, and touch twice to confirm the setting. Double touch Language Language successfully English XXXX Set Country...
Communication and Monitoring 10.1 RS485 Power Sensor This series of inverters provide two RS485 ports. You can monitor one or more inverters Set parameter via RS485. The other RS485 port is used to connect a smart meter (stand-alone anti- backflow function).The pin function of the 4-core terminal is the same as the 16 pin function .
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Once a year, turn the rotary switch of the DC Disconnect from the On position to the In some cases, you may be advised to contact Growatt, please provide the following Off position 5 times in succession. This cleans the contacts of the rotary switch and information.
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Warning Warning Description Suggest Description Suggest message message 1.Check the L line and N line of SP-CT is reversed DC SPD function 1.After shutdown,Check the DC SPD. Warning 202 line reversed or or not. abnormal 2.If error message still exists,contact manufacturer. Warning 305 Ground fail 2 .
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13.3 System error Error code Description Suggest Error code Description Suggest 1.Restart inverter Error 400 DCI bias abnormal 2.If error message still exists, contact manufacturer. 1.After shutdown,Check the panel terminal. Error 200 AFCI Fault 2.Restart inverter. 3.If error message still exists,contact manufacturer. DC Voltage High 1.Restart inverter.
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Manufacturer warranty Error code Description Suggest Please refer to the warranty card. 1.Restart inverter. Error 413 IGBT drive fault 2.If error message still exists,contact manufacturer. 1.Restart inverter Decommissioning Error 414 EEPROM fault 2.If error message still exists, contact manufacturer. 15.1 Dismantling the Inverter I n t e r n a l p o w e r 1.Restart inverter.
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7000TL3- 8000TL3- Specifications •2011/65/EU RoHS Directive and its amendment (EU)2015/863 Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology Co. Ltd confirms that the Growatt inverters Input data(DC) and accessories described in this document are in compliance with the above mentioned Max. recommended PV...
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Model Model 3000TL3- 4000TL3- 5000TL3- 6000TL3- 7000TL3- 8000TL3- Specifications Specifications 9000TL3-X 10KTL3-X 11KTL3-X 12KTL3-X 13KTL3-X 15KTL3-X Input data(DC) Protection devices Max. recommended PV DC reverse-polarity 13.5kW 15kW 16.5kW 18kW 19.5kW 22.5kW power(for module STC) protection Max. DC voltage 1100V DC switch Start voltage 200V DC Surge protection...
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Australian models Model Specifications 9000TL3-X 10KTL3-X 11KTL3-X 12KTL3-X 13KTL3-X 15KTL3-X Model 3000TL3- 4000TL3- 5000TL3- 6000TL3- 7000TL3- 8000TL3- Specifications X-AU X-AU Protection devices DC reverse-polarity Input data(DC) protection Max. recommended PV 4500W 6000W 7500W 9000W 10.5kW 12kW DC switch power(for module STC) Max.
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Model Model 3000TL3- 4000TL3- 5000TL3- 6000TL3- 7000TL3- 8000TL3- 9000TL3- 10KTL3-X- 11KTL3- Specifications Specifications 12KTL3-X 13KTL3-X 15KTL3-X X-AU X-AU X-AU X-AU Protection devices Input data(DC) DC reverse-polarity Max. recommended PV 13.5kW 15kW 16.5kW 18kW 19.5kW 22.5kW protection power(for module STC) Max. DC voltage 1100V DC switch Start voltage...
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17.2 DC connector and Isolator info(Australia model only) Model 9000TL3- 10KTL3- 11KTL3- Specifications 12KTL3-X 13KTL3-X 15KTL3-X X-AU X-AU X-AU DC connector VP-D4/ MC4(opt) Protection devices Isolator* NDG3V-50 DC reverse-polarity Rated insulation voltage 1500V protection DC switch Rated impulse withstand voltage DC Surge protection typeII OPT Suitability for isolation...
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Shine LAN-X USB interface LAN monitoring module The inverter can be repaired on site or transported to the Growatt service center for repair, or it can be replaced with a new one based on the model and service life of the machine.
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