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APsystems Microinverter User manual APsystems DS3 series (DS3-S, DS3-L, DS3,DS3-H) Microinverters (For Australia / New Zealand) ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM Inc. apsystem.com.au APsystems Australia Please scan this QR code to have access to our APPs and Products Suite 50/Level 1, 285a Crown Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia information EMAIL: info.aunz@apsystems.com...
4.3.4 Step 4 - Grounding the system ......................10 4.3.5 Stpe 5 - Connecting the APsystems Microinverter to the AC Bus Cable .......... 10 4.3.6 Step 6 - Installing a bus cable end cap at the end of the AC bus cable ..........11 4.3.7 Step 7 - Connecting APsystems microinverters to the PV modules ..........
Do NOT disconnect the PV module from the APsystems Microinverter without first disconnecting the AC power. Be aware that the body of the APsystems Microinverter is the heat sink and can reach a temperature of 80°C. To reduce risk of burns, do not touch the body of the Microinverter.
1. Important Safety Instructions 1.2 Radio Interference Statement EMC Compliance:The APsystems Microinverter can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communication. APsystems Microinverter complies with EMC regulations, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
EMC and is authorized to energize, ground, and tag equipment, systems, and circuits in accordance with established safety procedures. The inverter and photovoltaic system may only be commissioned and operated by qualified personnel. APsystems DS3 series User manual...
2. APsystems Microinverter System Introduction The APsystems Microinverter is used in utility-interactive grid-tied applications, comprised of three key elements: APsystems Microinverter APsystems Energy Communication Unit (ECU) APsystems Energy Monitor and Analysis (EMA) web-based monitoring and analysis system...
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Simple to install APsystems Microinvertes are compatible with most of 60 and 72 cell PV modules or 120 and 144 half-cut cells PV modules. (In order to confirm compatibility of PV module with APsystems microinverter, feel free to check our online “E-decider”...
A 24/7 energy access through Apps or web based portal facilitate remote diagnosis and maintenance. The DS3 series is interactive with power grids through a feature referred to as RPC (Reactive Power Control) to better manage photo- voltaic power spikes in the grid. With an excellent performance and high converstion efficiency, a unique integration with less components, APsystems DS3-S, DS3-L, DS3 and DS3-H a game changer to commercial PV.
4. APsystems Microinverter System Installation A PV system using APsystems Microinverters is simple to install. Each Microinverter easily mounts on the PV racking, directly beneath the PV module(s). Low voltage DC wires connect from the PV module directly to the Microinverter, eliminating the risk of high DC voltage.
AC cable from the unit, resulting in no operation or poor operation. 4.3.3 Step 3 - Attaching the APsystems Microinverters to the Racking a. Mark the location of each microinverter on the rack relative to the PV module junction box or any other obstructions.
(Warning injure hand) ② ③ ① 4.3.5 Stpe 5 - Connecting the APsystems Microinverter to the AC Bus Cable Insert the microinverter AC connector into the trunk cable connector. Ensure you hear the “click” sound as evidence of a secure connection. Click...
4.3.6 Step 6 - Installing a bus cable end cap at the end of the AC bus cable A. Strip cable jacket. B. Insert the cable end into the seal. C. Rotate the nut with 4-5N·m until the latching mechanism meets the base. APsystems DS3 series User manual...
4. APsystems Microinverter System Installation 4.3.7 Step 7 - Connecting APsystems microinverters to the PV modules When plugging in the DC cables, the microinverter should immediately blink green ten times. This will happen as soon as the DC cables are plugged in and will indicate that the microinverter is functioning correctly.
When an AC extension cable is required, users can either connect the AC bus cable and AC extension cable within a junction box or use a pair of male/female AC connectors provided by APsystems as optional accessories. APsystems DS3 series User manual...
4. APsystems Microinverter System Installation 4.3.10 Step 10 - Complete the APsystems installation map a. Each APsystems Microinverter comes with 2 removable serial number labels. b. Complete the installation map by affixing the ID label of each microinverter at the appropriate location.
Alternatively, LED sequences could be an indicator of microinverters status (see section 6.1) Once the ECU has been commissioned properly, the APsystems Microinverters will start to send performance data to the ECU. The time required for all of the Microinverters in the system to report to the ECU will vary depending on the number of Microinverters in the system.
Please contact your local APsystems Technical Support. 6.2 ECU_APP APsystems ECU_APP (available in the EMA Manager APP) is the recommended tool to do on-site troubleshooting. When connecting the ECU_APP to the ECU hotspot (please check ECU User Manual for more detailed information), installer can check every microinverter status (production, communication) but also ZigBee signal strength, grid profile and other insightful data helping the troubleshooting.
②. Always disconnect AC power before disconnecting the PV module wires from the APsystems Microinverter. ③. The APsystems Microinverter is powered by PV module DC power. AFTER disconnecting the DC power, when reconnecting the PV modules to the Microinverter, be sure to watch for the quick red light followed by ten short green LED flashes.
7. Replace a microinverter Follow the procedure to replace a failed APsystems Microinverter A. Disconnect the APsystems Microinverter from the PV Module, in the order shown below: 1. Disconnect the AC by turning off the branch circuit breaker. 2. Disconnect the inverter AC connector from the AC Bus.
①. Be sure to verify that the voltage and current specifications of your PV module are compatible with the range allowed on APsystems Microinverter. Please check the microinverter datasheet. ②. DC operating voltage range of the PV module must be within allowable input voltage range of the APsystems Microinverter.
(4) Recommend no more than 80 inverters register to one ECU for stable communication. (5) To be eligible for the warranty, APsystems microinverters need to be monitored via the EMA portal. Please refer to our warranty T&Cs available on apsystem.com.au...
SOLAR PANEL BROWN - L BLUE - N YELLOW GREEN - PE AC JUNCTION BOX Apsystems BUS CABLE END CAP YC600 INSTALL AT THE END OF AC BUS CABLE series ENERGY COMMUNICATION UNIT DISTRIBUTION PANEL APsystems DS3 series User manual...
AC Connector (Female) Bus Cable Unlock Tool Bus Cable Grid Bus Cable Y CONN Cap Bus Cable End Cap DC Extension Cable DC Male Connector Cap DC Female Connector Cap AC Branch Extension Cable Grid APsystems DS3 series User manual...
11.APsystems Microinverter Installation Map The APsystems Installation Map is a diagram of the physical location of each microinverter in your PV installation. Each APsystems microinverter has two serial number labels. Peel the one label and affix it to the respective location on the APsystems installation map.
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