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S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L
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Single phase system
Version 1.0, Release Date: 07,2023

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  • Page 1 User Manual for S6 Series AC Coupled Inverter Applicable models S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L Applicable System Single phase system Version 1.0, Release Date: 07,2023...
  • Page 2 Every attempt has been made to make this document complete, accurate and up-to-date. Individuals reviewing this document and installers or service personnel are cautioned, however, that Solis reserves the right to make changes without notice and shall not be responsible for any damages, including indirect, incidental or consequential damages...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction 01-03 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.1 Product Overview ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.2 Inverter Wire Box and Connection Points ………………………………………………………………… 1.3 Packaging ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.4 Tools Required for Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………… 2. Safety & Warning 04-05 …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.1 Safety ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.2 General Safety Instructions …………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.3 Notice for Use ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction User Manual 1.1 Product Overview The Solis S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L series is designed for upgrading the existing on-grid power generation system to a hybrid system which can work with batteries to optimize self-consumption. The S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L series consists of the following inverter models: 3.6kW,4.6kW,5kW,6kW.

  • Page 5: Inverter Wire Box And Connection Points

    Extends the range of the inverter Bluetooth signal(for system commissiong 2. Antenna Solis data logger gets connected here-only USB version of the loggers will work 3. COM Port RS485 and CAN communication cables and parallel cables should go through these 4.

  • Page 6: Packaging

    RJ45 connector x6 Manual WiFi/GPRS Stick x1 Bluetooth ntenna x1 User manual x1 If anything is missing, please contact your local Solis distributor. 1.4 Tools Required for Installation Torqx T20 Screwdriver Wire Strippers 12AWG to 6AWG Wire Strippers 20AWG to 10AWG...

  • Page 7: Safety & Warning

    2. Safety & Warning User Manual 2.1 Safety The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described below: Please read safety instructions carefully in the manual. DANGER “Danger” indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 8: Notice For Use

    To avoid risk of burns, do not touch the surface of the inverter while it’s operating. Inverter must be installed out of the reach of children. WARNING: Operations below must be accomplished by licensed technician or Solis authorized person. WARNING: Operator must put on the technicians’...

  • Page 9: Overview

    User Manual 3.1 Intelligent LED Indicators There are five indicators on the The Solis S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L Series Inverter(Battery, Power, COM, CT/Meter and Bluetooth) which indicate the working status of the inverter. The Bluetooth Antenna or WiFi/WL data logger shall be installed at the Antenna/COM port of the hybrid inverter before local debugging.

  • Page 10: Password Reset

    3. Overview User Manual 3.2 Password Reset When the password of the owner or the installer needs to be reset, please long press the Inverter indicator for 5s. If the reset command is successfully triggered, the status indicator will be blue and blink for 3s at the frequency of 0.5s, then restore the original state of the indicator.

  • Page 11: Installation

    4. Installation User Manual 4.1 Select a Location to Install the Inverter When selecting a location for the inverter, the following criteria should be considered: Exposure to direct sunlight may cause output power derating due to overheating It is recommended to avoid installing the inverter in direct sunlight. The ideal location is one where the ambient temperature does not exceed 40°C.
  • Page 12 Consult the technical specifications sections at the end of this manual for additional environmental condition requirements (temperature range, altitude, etc.) 4.1.3 Angle of installation This model of Solis inverter must be mounted vertically (90 degrees or backwards less than or equal to 15 degrees from 90 degrees straight up).

  • Page 13: Product Handling

    4. Installation User Manual 4.1.4 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). Premature wear of the electrical/electromechanical components.

  • Page 14: Mounting The Inverter

    4. Installation User Manual 4.3 Mounting the Inverter Mount the inverter on a wall or structure capable of bearing the weight of the machine. The inverter must be mounted vertically with a maximum incline of +/- 5 degree. Exceeding this may cause the output power to derate. To avoid overheating, always make sure the flow of air around the inverter is not blocked.
  • Page 15 4. Installation User Manual Dimensions of mounting bracket: unit:mm Φ6.8 3-OB11*6.8 Figure 4.6 Inverter wall mounting Once a suitable location has be found accordingly to 4.1 using figure 4.6 mount the wall bracket to the wall. The inverter shall be mounted vertically. The steps to mount the inverter are listed below: 1.

  • Page 16: Battery Cable Installation

    Incorrect polarity of the battery cable may lead to permanent damage on the device. WARNING: To avoid DC arc, Solis recommends installing DC breaker between batteries and the AC coupled inverter. DC breaker: 100A for 3.6K, 160A for (4.6-6)K. Ensure the correct polarity of batteries before connecting to the inverter.

  • Page 17: Ac Cable Installation

    Recommended value Industry generic grid cable 2.5~6.0 Table 4.1 Grid cable size Figure 4.10 AC Grid Terminal Connector Inside Each Solis S6 Single Phase Inverter is supplied with an AC grid terminal connector. Claw Body Seal body Code end terminal...
  • Page 18 4. Installation User Manual The steps to assemble the AC grid terminal connectors are listed as follows: 1. Disassemble the AC connector. Strip the AC wires about 7mm. Figure 4.12 Stripped AC Wires 2. Fix the wires into the correct postion. Torque 0.8N.m Please try to pull out the wire to make sure the it’s well connected.
  • Page 19 4. Installation User Manual 4. Mating plug and socket: Push the locker onto the socket housing completely, then rotate the locker according to the direction instructed by the marks on the locker.(Warning:hold the body) Figure 4.15 Connect the AC Connector to the Inverter Rated output Rated output Current for protection...

  • Page 20: Ground Cable Installation

    4. Installation User Manual 4.6 Ground Cable Installation An external ground connection is provided at the right side of inverter. Prepare OT terminals: M4. Use proper tooling to crimp the lug to the terminal. Connect the OT terminal with ground cable 8 AWG to the right side of inverter. The torque is 2N.m.

  • Page 21: Meter/Ct Installation

    4. Installation User Manual 4.7 Meter/CT Installation S6-EA1P(3.6-6)K-L inverter requires a smart meter to measure the power flow at the grid connection point to achieve the self-use control algorithm. The smart meter and the communication cable are provided as a standard accessory in the package. Please refer to below system diagram to connect the smart meter at the grid connection point.

  • Page 22: Communication Cable Installation

    4. Installation User Manual 4.8 Communication Cable Installation 4.8.1 Protective Cover for Communication Ports Figure 4.21 Inverter in the package is with a protective cover assembled to protect the communication ports. Step 1. Use Phillips screwdriver to take out the 4 screws on the cover. Step 2.
  • Page 23 4. Installation User Manual 4.8.2 Communication Port Definition Parallel Parallel RS485 METER Figure 4.22 Port Function (Optional) Parallel operation communication ports (Reserved). Parallel (Optional)To realize Demand Response or Logic interface function, this function may be required in UK and Australia. Used for CAN communication between inverter and Lithium battery BMS.
  • Page 24 4. Installation User Manual 4.8.3 BMS Port Connection Take out the pre-made CAN cable from the package and connect one end to battery CAN port and then connect another end to the inverter BMS port. Cable Length: 3 meters. Figure 4.23 NOTE: Before connecting CAN cable with the battery, please check whether the communication pin sequence of the inverter and the battery match;...
  • Page 25 4.8.5 DRM Port Connection (Optional) 4.8.5.1 For Remote Shutdown Function Solis inverters support remote shutdown function to remotely control the inverter to power on and off through logic signals. The DRM port is provided with an RJ45 terminal and its Pin5 and Pin6 can be used for remote shutdown function.

  • Page 26: External Residual Current Device(Rcd)

    All series of Solis inverters are integrated with an internal residual current device to protect against any potential d.c component and a.c component of residual current. Therefore, all Solis inverters, due to the design, are not able to feed in DC fault current to the system which fully complies with IEC60364-7-712.

  • Page 27: Inverter Remote Monitoring Connection

    4.10 Inverter Remote Monitoring Connection The inverter can be remotely monitored via WiFi, LAN or 4G. The USB type COM port at the bottom of the inverter can connect to different kinds of Solis data loggers to realize the remote monitoring on Soliscloud platform.

  • Page 28: Commissioning

    5. Commissioning User Manual 5.1 Pre-Commissioning ● Make sure that no high voltage conductors are energized. ● Check all conduit and cable connection points ensure they are tight. ● Verify that all system components have adequate space for ventilation. ● Follow each cable to ensure that they are all terminated in the proper places. ●...

  • Page 29: Log In The App Via Bluetooth

    5. Commissioning User Manual 5.4 Log in the APP via Bluetooth Step 1: Connect with Bluetooth. Turn on Bluetooth switch on your mobile phone and then open the Soliscloud APP. Click “More Tools”->”Local Operation”->”Connect with Bluetooth” < Local Operation Register Register Hello, Hello,...

  • Page 30: Initial Set Up

    5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5 Initial set up If this is the first time the inverter has been commissioned, you will need to first go through the Quick Settings.Once this has been done,these settings can be changed later. Inverter Time -> Battery Model -> Meter Setting -> Grid Code -> Work mode A.
  • Page 31 5. Commissioning User Manual C. Meter Setting: Set both the Meter Type and the Meter Location. It is suggested to install the meter at the system grid connection point and select “Meter in Grid”.If there is no meter connected for the moment, please select”No Meter” to avoid alarms. Quick Setting Next Battery Model...
  • Page 32 5. Commissioning User Manual Self-Use Mode stores the excess PV power into the battery. If the battery is charged, or there is no battery, the excess PV power will be exported(sold)back to the utility company. If the system is set to not export any power, then the inverter will curtail the PV power(derate the inverter output power).
  • Page 33 5. Commissioning User Manual Self-Use Mode Feed in Priority Mode Peak Shaving Self-Use Mode Switch Feed in Priority Mode Switch Peak-shaving switch Time of Use Switch 3000 W > Time of Use Switch Max.useable Grid Power Time of Use Charge Current Set Time of Use Charge Current Set 50.0A >...

  • Page 34: App Interface

    5. Commissioning User Manual 5.6 APP Interface 5.6.1 APP Interface Structure Today Yield of PV Today Charge&Discharge of Battery Today Imported&Emported of Grid Home Time of Use Today Consumption of Load Self-Use Backup Mode GEN Energy Work Mode Time of Use Feed in Priority PV Energy Backup Mode...
  • Page 35 5. Commissioning User Manual 5.6.2 Home The home page can display the working state, Today Imported/Exported of Grid, Today Charged /Discharged of Battery ,Today Consumption of household electricity. At the bottom of page are four submenus: Home, Info, Alarm and Settings. Today imported:0.0KWh Today Today Yield:00.0KWh...
  • Page 36 5. Commissioning User Manual 5.6.3 Information The Info page breaks down into four categories: Inverter, Battery, Grid, and Load. Inverter: inverter power production history, PV voltages and currents, inverter information (serial number, model number, and firmware version),grid code, and alarm code history. There are two additional information in the inverter page: Parallel Information: information includes inverter, battery, grid and load.
  • Page 37 5. Commissioning User Manual 5.6.4 Alarm The alarm page can display the current alarm and the historical alarm. Solis-3115022B100041 Solis-3115022B100041 < < Update:15:28:46 Update:15:28:46 Current Alarm Historical Alarm Current Alarm Historical Alarm HeartbeatLose Alarm Message: Alarm Message: HeartbeatLose 1065 Alarm Code:...
  • Page 38 5. Commissioning User Manual Force-charge SOC: Due to the battery power consumption, when the over-discharge SOC drops to the force-charge SOC, the inverter will directly charge the battery according to the maximum battery charging current until the battery SOC reaches the over-discharge SOC. (The charging power is nor limited to sources, which may be from PV or from the grid.
  • Page 39 5. Commissioning User Manual Meter/CT Setting You can select meter or CT for system measurement. Meter Type: Please select a correct type. The wrong option may cause the meter RS485 communication Failed. If the battery and meter are not connected, please select the “NO Meter”...
  • Page 40 The inverter commissioning process has now been completed. It is recommended to monitor the system closely over the next week to ensure that everything is working as it should. Please refer to the Solis data logger manual for assistance with registering a new plant on SolisCloud.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance User Manual Solis S6 Series inverter does not require any regular maintenance. However, cleaning the heatsink will help the inverter dissipate heat and increase the lifetime of inverter. The dirt on the inverter can be cleaned with a soft brush.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Restart the inverter, if the fault still exists, DC Bus overvoltage OV-BUS contact Solis after-sale service. DC Bus voltage sampling Restart the inverter, if the fault still exists, UN-BUS contact Solis after-sale service.
  • Page 43 Check if the battery is correctly connected or the battery contactor is disconnected, Battery Hardware Overvoltage OV-Vbatt-H Restart the battery, Restart the inverter, if the fault still exists, contact Solis after-sale service. Restart the inverter, if the fault still exists, OV-ILLC LLC Hardware Overcurrent contact Solis after-sale service.
  • Page 44 Please keep ready with you the following information before contacting us. 1. Serial number of Solis Inverter; 2. The distributor/dealer of Solis Inverter (if available); 3. Installation date. 4. The description of problem (i.e. the alarm message displayed on the LCD and the status of the LED status indicator lights.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EA1P3.6K-L S6-EA1P4.6K-L Battery Battery type Li-ion Battery voltage range 40 - 60V Max. charge power 3.6kW 4.6kW Max. discharge power 3.9kW 4.9kW Max. charge / discharge current Communication Output AC(Grid side) Rated output power 3.6kW 4.6kW Max.
  • Page 46 8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EA1P3.6K-L S6-EA1P4.6K-L Protection Residual current mornitoring DC reverse polarity protection Protection class / Over voltage category Over voltage category DC II, AC III General data Dimensions(W/H/D) 465*440*184mm Dimensions of package(W/H/D) 710*550*280mm Weight 24kg Weight of package 27kg Topology High frequency insolation...
  • Page 47 8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EA1P5K-L S6-EA1P6K-L Battery Battery type Li-ion Battery voltage range 40 - 60V Max. charge power Max. discharge power 5.3kW 6.3kW Max. charge / discharge current 105A 125A Communication Output AC(Grid side) Rated output power Max.
  • Page 48 8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EA1P5K-L S6-EA1P6K-L Protection Residual current mornitoring DC reverse polarity protection Protection class / Over voltage category Over voltage category DC II, AC III General data Dimensions(W/H/D) 465*440*184mm Dimensions of package(W/H/D) 710*550*280mm Weight 24kg Weight of package 27kg Topology High frequency insolation...
  • Page 49 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. If you encounter any problem on the inverter, please find out the inverter S/N and contact us, we will try to respond to your question ASAP.

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