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  • Page 1 SPH 3-6KTL3 BH-UP & User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2.2 Safety precautions ....................... 5 2.3 Symbols on the SPH inverter ..................6 3 Product Description ................7 3.1 SPH series inverter......................7 3.2 Label Explanation ......................8 3.3 Size and weight ......................10 3.4 Highlights of the SPH inverter................. 10 4 Inspection upon delivery..............
  • Page 3 5.4.10 Connecting the dry contact port ............... 35 5.4.11 Grounding the inverter ..................36 6 Commissioning ..................37 Commissioning the SPH .................... 37 Operation modes ....................... 37 6.2.1 Normal mode ......................37 6.2.2 Fault mode ....................... 38 6.2.3 Programming mode ....................38 6.2.4 Checking mode .......................
  • Page 4 10.3 Storing the SPH inverter ..................62 10.4 Disposing of the SPH inverter................62 11 Product specification ............... 63 11.1 SPH series inverter specification................63 11.2 DC input terminal parameter ................67 11.3 Torque ........................67 11.4 Accessories (optional)..................... 68 12 Certificate of Compliance ...............
  • Page 5: Overview

    If the inverter is to be paired with the lithium battery, customers should purchase the battery from Growatt. If the inverter is to be paired with the lead-acid battery, customers can purchase the battery by themselves, which are easily accessible in the market. Please beware that the corresponding operation mode should be configured based on the battery type;...
  • Page 6 Overview: Figure 1.1 Position Description USB: USB port LED of status display LCD screen Function button Dry contact BAT: Battery terminal VPP: communication RS485-2: RS485-2 communication RS485-1: RS485-1 communication NC (Not Connected) CAN: CAN communication interface of Lithium battery DRM: RJ45 interface of DRMs(used only in Australia) CT1/METER1: RS485 communication interface of Merter/CT input terminal AC Grid: On-grid connection...
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    SPH would fail to work normally. 2. Read this manual carefully before installation. Growatt shall not be held liable for any device damage caused by failure to follow instructions specified in this manual.
  • Page 8: Safety 2

    Safety 2 2.1 Intended use SPH System diagram: Hybrid Inverter PV Array Battery E PS Grid Breaker Breaker Breaker Electrical Gr d i Breaker Breaker Sensor E PS Load Load Electric meter Figure 2.1 As shown in the diagram above, an entire SPH on-grid system consists of PV panels, the SPH inverter, batteries and the public grid.
  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    2.2 Safety precautions DANGER Risk of high voltage! Operations marked with these symbols should be performed by professional Ø personnel only. Keep children, people with disabilities and non-professionals away from the Ø equipment. Do not allow children to play around the installation site. Ø...
  • Page 10: Symbols On The Sph Inverter

    2.3 Symbols on the SPH inverter Symbol Description Risk of high voltages which might lead to electric shocks Risk of burns due to hot surface Danger warning Danger to life due to high voltages in the SPH Residual voltage exists after the SPH is powered off. It takes about 5 minutes to discharge to the safe level.
  • Page 11: Product Description

    3 Product Description 3.1 SPH series inverter LED indicator and function buttons Mark Description Explanation Push buttons Allow you to set parameters on the screen Green light on SPH runs normally Red light on Fault state SPH status indicator Green light blinking...
  • Page 12: Label Explanation

    3.2 Label Explanation Hybrid Inverter SPH 6000TL BL-UP Model name PV input data Max. PV voltage 550 d.c.V 120-550 d.c.V PV voltage range 16.9 d.c.A 2 PV Isc Max input current 13.5 d.c.A AC input/output data Nominal input/output 6000/6000 power Max.
  • Page 13 Description of the nameplate: Hybrid Inverter Model name SPH 6000TL BL-UP PV input data Max. PV voltage 550 d.c.V PV voltage range 120-550 d.c.V PV Isc 16.9 d.c.A 2 Max input current 13.5 d.c.A*2 AC input/output data Nominal input/output 6000/6000 power Max.
  • Page 14: Size And Weight

    C (mm) Weight (kg) SPH TL BL-UP 3.4 Highlights of the SPH inverter Features below: The Growatt SPH inverter stands out with the following features: Ø All-in-one design, maximizing self-consumption. Support the backup and peak shaving Ø functions. Smart energy management with various working modes.
  • Page 15: Inspection Upon Delivery

    4 Inspection upon delivery Before unpacking the inverter, please check whether the packaging is Ø intact and ensure that it has not been damaged during transportation or handling, so as not to affect the integrity or safety of the insulating material;...
  • Page 16 Item Number Description M6 set screw Battery output terminal Screw MC4 connector Allen key The SPH-UP features an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) level switch with a maximum transfer time of 16ms. However, it cannot be used as a UPS in critical scenarios such as medical power supply.
  • Page 17: Installation

    5 Installation 5.1 Basic installation requirements A. Ensure that the installation surface meets the load-bearing requirement for supporting the weight of the SPH inverter. B. The mounting location must be suitable for the dimensions of the SPH inverter. C. Do not install the equipment on structures made of flammable or thermolabile materials.
  • Page 18: Installation Tools & Connecting The Rj45 Connector To The Lan Cable

    H. The installation location should be readily accessible for disconnecting means. I. To ensure optimal operation of the inverter and facilitate ease of operation, please reserve enough space around the inverter. Figure 5.3 J. Keep the inverter away from the television antenna, or other antennas and associated cables.
  • Page 19 Connecting the RJ45 connector to the LAN cable: RJ45 Locking nut Threaded RJ45 connector sleeve connector Communication Sealing ring Waterproof cover cable Figure 5.5 Figure 5.6 METER DRMS 485-1/485-2 485-3 RS485B DRY+ DRM1/5 RS485B RS485B DRM2/6 DRY- DRM3/7 CANH DRM4/8 CANL RS485A RS485A...
  • Page 20: Installation Instructions

    5.3 Installation instructions 5.3.1 Attention Layout(length of sensors consider) There're two types of sensors for use with SPH. One is wired current sensor, one is meter sensor, if you choose wired sensor or meter. Before installing you should know something that as below: The cable of wired sensor is suggested not longer than 15m,and the meter is suggested not longer than 100m.
  • Page 21: Installation Of Sph

    5.3.2 Installation of SPH 1. Determine the installation position on the wall, ensure that it is suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter. 2. Use the paperboard (installation guide) to determine the hole positions, ensuring that the paperboard is level. 3.
  • Page 22: Electrical Connection

    Figure 5.8 5.4 Electrical connection 5.4.1 Requirements The solar modules connected to the inverter must conform to the Class A requirements of the IEC 61730 standard. Please use the male and female PV connectors of the same brand. WARNING The SPH single-phase inverter has 2 independent inputs: MPPT1 & MPPT2. Note: 1.
  • Page 23 SPH, the error message "PV ISO Low" will be displayed. 5. Comply with the local requirements for grounding the PV modules and the PV generator. GROWATT recommends connecting the generator frame and other electrically conductive surfaces in a manner which ensures continuous conduction with ground in order to have optimal protection of the system and personnel.
  • Page 24: Connecting The Ac Grid Terminal And The Eps Output Terminal

    Connect the PV panels using the MC4 connectors. Please proceed as follows: Step 1: Turn off the PV switch. Step 2: Insert the positive and negative PV cables into the positive (+) and negative (-) poles of the PV input connector respectively. Ensure that the PV input voltage and current do not exceed the following thresholds: Max.
  • Page 25 Figure 5.11 When installing the euqipment, you need to install the EPS output connector (Item F in the accessory kit) onto the SPH whether the EPS output port is to be connected or not, as shown in Fig 5.11. Note: Locking screws (for details of the accessory kit, please see Figure 4.1).
  • Page 26 Step 2: Route the stripped cables through the locking nut, sealing ring and threaded sleeve, insert them into the connection terminal in accordance with the marks on the connection terminal, and secure the connection by tightening the screws. You can pull the cables gently to ensure that the cables are secured in place.
  • Page 27 Step 4: Push or rotate the connector to the terminal on the inverter until both are secured tightly. Then install the protective cover onto the EPS connector and tighten it with the screwdriver. The inverter side Lock the housing The inverter side The inverter side Locking...
  • Page 28 The inverter The inverter side side Unlock the housing Figure 5.16 The recommended wiring diagrams are as follows: SPH Inverter AC GRID E PS Battery Sensor E PS Figure 5.17 Note: This diagram is an example for the on-grid system without special requirement on the electrical connection.
  • Page 29 DiagramB SPH Inverter ON GRID Battery E-BAR E-N LINK E-BAR E PS Figure 5.18 Note: 1.This diagram is an example for cable connection in Australia and New Zealand, where a switch cannot be installed on the N line. 2.The grid-connected N wire, off-grid N wire and mains N wire of the machine are connected together through copper bars.
  • Page 30: Connecting The Battery Terminal

    6. Thread the network cable through the cable gland. 7. Thread cables into connection terminal, then press the terminal with relevant tools and make sure battery cables are securely connected (If you have purchased the Growatt lithium battery, the battery cable is delivered in the original package).
  • Page 31: Connection Of Ct Terminal

    Battery wire Sealing ring Waterproof cover Threaded sleeve Connection termimal Locking nut Figure 5.21 Figure 5.22 Note: It is suggested that the distance between the battery and the SPH be no longer than 1.5 m, and the power cable specification be greater than 5 AWG. 5.4.5 Connection of CT terminal There is a CT in SPH inverter monitoring the power consumption situation of residential users, the CT terminal connection steps are as follows:...
  • Page 32 Figure 5.23 CT1/ MERTER1 Figure 5.24 Note: 1. The meter and CT cannot be installed at the same time. Please set the sensor model when selecting CT or electric meter. For details, please refer to Section 6.3.3. 2. If the cable is not used, e.g. the CT cable, please do not remove the filler plug from the cable support sleeve.
  • Page 33: Connecting The Meter Terminal

    During the actual operation, please pay attention to the installation of current transformer as the diagram shows below: Figure 5.26 As illustrated above, open the current transformer and you can see an arrow labeled on it indicating the direction of current. Put the live wire among the under-detection wires onto the current transformer.
  • Page 34: Connecting To The Can Port For Communication With The Lithium Battery

    1. The meter and CT cannot be installed at the same time. Please set the sensor model when selecting CT or electric meter. For details, please refer to Section 6.3.3. 2. The meter must be purchased from Growatt. Meters of other brands would fail to communicate with the SPH inverter.
  • Page 35 Figure 5.28 Figure 5.29 Note: 1. If you are using a lead-acid battery, you do not need to install this communication cable. 2. The CAN battery communication and 485-2 battery communication can't be installed at same time, please select the correct communication method according to the battery manual.
  • Page 36: Connecting To The Rs485 Port For Communication With The Lithium Battery

    5.4.8 Connection of communication terminal for lithium battery (RS485) When using lithium batteries which need to connect to the BMS system of the battery, connect lithium battery terminal (RJ45) as follows: 1. Unscrew the swivel nut from the cable gland. 2.
  • Page 37: Connecting The Drms Terminal

    5.4.9 Connecting the DRMS terminal If the SPH inverter is commissioned in Europe, the DRM port should be connected. Please take the following steps to connect to the DRM port: 1. Unscrew the swivel nut from the cable gland. 2. Thread the swivel nut over the “DRMS” cable. 3.
  • Page 38 If the SPH is commissioned in Europe, the DRMS port should be connected. DRMs Power Control Description DRM5 DRM6 DRM7 DRM8 100% Ref/Gen COM/DRM0 standby standby standby Note: 1. The DRMS function can only be used in the Load First mode. 2.
  • Page 39: Connecting The Dry Contact Port

    5.4.10 Connecting the dry contact port The dry contact is used to communicate with external devices (such as remote start of the water heater). The wiring steps are as follows: 1. Unscrew the swivel nut from the cable gland. 2. Thread the swivel nut over the cable. 3.
  • Page 40: Grounding The Inverter

    The connections are as follows: Figure 5.37 1. Growatt SPH &SPH TL BL-UP series inverters are all single-phase inverters, If the inverter is installed in Australia or New Zealand the inverter must not be used as part of a three-phase combination 2.
  • Page 41: Commissioning

    6 Commissioning 6.1 Commissioning the SPH Upon completion of installation and electrical connection, power on the SPH system in the following steps: 1. Connect the PV side 2. Connect the AC side 3. Connect the battery side 4. Turn on the AC breaker 5.
  • Page 42: Fault Mode

    Users can set only one period for Battery first or Grid first working mode on the LCD screen. To configure more periods, you can log into the Growatt Server webpage. If you want to charge battery from grid, you need to enter the password on the LCD screen and set AC CHG to "Enable".
  • Page 43: Display And Button

    6.3 Display and button 6.3.1 LCD display area K G L Figure 6.1 Location Description Inverter status Basic information PV input (If you connect two tracks, it will show two. Otherwise show one) SPH inverter Power flow line Grid (display SOC with five bars, and each bar represents 20%) Local load Wireless communication RS232...
  • Page 44: Led And Button Instruction

    6.3.2 LED and button instruction Figure 6.2 Location Description Status indicator ESC key (Cancel) Down Enter Note: The LED indicator denotes the operating status of the SPH with two colors - green and red. For details, please refer to Section 3.1. 6.3.3 LCD display The LCD display demonstrates the operating status of the inverter, the basic information and the fault information.
  • Page 45 Line A display: Standby: the SPH is in standby mode. No fault is detected, but the operating requirements are not met. Normal: the SPH is operating properly. Checking: the SPH is performing self-check. If no fault is detected, it will switch to the normal mode;...
  • Page 46: Setting The Working Mode

    Note: Press "Down" to move to the next item, and "Up" to the previous one. The work mode is displayed in accordance with the actual operating status. Vb refers to the voltage of battery. Pm means the monitoring power. 6.3.4 Setting the working mode Keep pressing “enter ”for 3S, you can enter set up surface, in the set up surface you need hold button Enter or ESC 1S for selection, you can see the surface as showing below.
  • Page 47 In the "Basic Parameter" menu, you can press "Enter" for over 1s to access the setting menu: P r e ss " E n t e r " f or o ver 1 s t o Press key more “enter” a c c ess t h e s ettin g m enu than 1 seconds to make sure Work Mode...
  • Page 48 In the EPS you can set, including enable or disable (default is enable), AC voltage(default is 230V) and frequency (default site 50HZ). Note: 1.When EPS Disable & Bypass: OFF, there is no output at the EPS port under any circumstances; 2.When EPS Enable &...
  • Page 49 Press "Enter" to confirm your setting Press“Enter” WorkMode WorkMode WorkMode MODE Change Sensor Cable CT SP-CT Press “down” Meter to the next item WorkMode WorkMode Battery Type Lithium Lead- acid Chart 6.9 The MODE Change includes two setting items: Sensor and Battery Type. For Sensor, you can select cable CT (by default), meter or SP-CT(wireless RF transfer).
  • Page 50 5. In the "Default" menu, you can press Enter to access the setting menu: Press "E n t e r " f or ov e r 3 s to co n f i r m y our se t t i n g Press “Enter”...
  • Page 51: Single-Phase Export Limitation Configuration

    Note: The D-Bat setting item in the generator option will display different parameters Ÿ according to the type of battery connected. Min.SOC will displayed when a lithium battery is connected, and Min.Vbat when a lead-acid battery is connected. 6.3.5 Single-phase export limitation configuration 6.3.5.1 Setting procedure ExportLimit WorkMode...
  • Page 52: Communication

    6.4 Communication 6.4.1 The USB port The USB port is used for firmware upgrade. With the USB flash drive, you can update the software. Please refer to the figure below: WIFI Figure 6.15 Note: The USB port is only used for firmware update & system monitoring. Do not use it for charging..
  • Page 53 The USB collector is connected: Inverter side Figure 6.17 Wwhether a WiFi-X/ShineLink-X is used, you can access the remote monitoring system. Scan the QR ode on the datalogger to download the APP, and setup the monitoring system as prompted. For details, please refer to the manual of the datalogger. Note: In case that the SPH is powered on for the first time with the ARK battery after connecting the datalogger, no monitoring data is available in the first 20 minutes as the SPH is...
  • Page 54 The SPH inverters can be connected in parallel. For details, please refer to the ShineMaster User Manual. When set to Meter2 mode, the wiring diagram is as follows: Battery Electric meter1 Electric meter2 C B4 Load UPS Load Figure 6.19 As the host, SPH will receive information from two meters at the same time: the first meter (the original SPA meter) needs to be connected to the grid-side bus, and the communication line is connected to the Meter port;...
  • Page 55: Country Setting

    6.5 Country setting 6.5.1 Selecting the country standard Growatt inverters have been designed to comply with relevant safety standards of different country. in the SPH TL BL-UP series, you can select the corresponding country standard on the LCD screen. 6.5.2 Guidance on selecting the country standard for SPH TL BL-UP series inverters Press "Up"...
  • Page 56: Country Standard Table

    6.5.3 Country standard table Contry/region Regulation display Model display VDE0126 GT0XXXXXX1 Germany GT0XXXXXX7 VDE-AR-N4110 (NULL) Belgium GT0XXXXXXD Poland GT0XXXXXXB France GT1XXXXXX9 Spain GT1XXXXXX0 Austria (NULL) Denmark_DK1 GT1XXXXXX7 EU model Denmark_DK2 GT1XXXXXXB Sweden GT1XXXXXX6 Norway (NULL) Switzerland (NULL) Bulgaria (NULL) Greece GT0XXXXXX6 Estonia (NULL)
  • Page 57 Contry/region Regulation display Model display CEI 0-21 GT0XXXXXX4 Italy CEI 0-16 (NULL) Hungary Hungary GT0XXXXXXC GT0XXXXXX8 GT0XXXXXX5 Ireland GT1XXXXXX3 NI_G98 GT2XXXXXX4 NI_G99 GT2XXXXXX5 AS4777 GT4XXXXXX3 NewZealand GT5XXXXXX8 Queensland GT4XXXXXX2 AU_Victoria GT4XXXXXX1 AU_Western GT4XXXXXX4 Australia AU_Horizon GT4XXXXXX5 AU_Ausgrid GT4XXXXXX6 AU_Endeavour GT4XXXXXX7 AU_Ergon_Energy GT4XXXXXX8 AU_Energex...
  • Page 58: Checking The Firmware Version, Region, Country/Area And Power Quality Response Mode

    6.5.4 Checking the firmware version, region, country/area and power quality response mode WorkMode WorkMode Region , country /region and Input& Output Para Model:GTXXXXXXXX power quality response mode identification Press the up button WorkMode (Lead acid)Vb:xx. xV WorkMode (Lithium)Vb /Cb:xx.xV/xxx% Press the down FW Version:RAXX button Press the down button...
  • Page 59: Powerring On/Off The Sph System

    7 Powering on/off the SPH system 7.1 Powering on the SPH system Users can start up SPH inverters through following steps: 1. Connect to PV 2. Connect to the grid. 3. Connect to the battery. 4. Turn on the AC circuit breaker and then the battery switch. 5.
  • Page 60 Notes on the installation environment, 8 maintenance and cleaning Heat dissipation performance is important when the SPH works in high-temperature environment. Proper heat dissipation can help to reduce the failure rate of SPH due to excessive heat. The SPH inverter adopts natural cooling with the heat dissipated from the top of the heat sink.
  • Page 61: Notes On The Installation Environment, Maintenance And Cleaning

    9 Fault removal 9.1 Troubleshooting Growatt products have gone through strict tests and inspections before delivery. As with all electrical devices, there are residual risks despite careful construction. Should you encounter any problems, you can visit www.ginverter.com to check the Q&A section or call our customer service line.
  • Page 62 AC F Outrange local grid standard for 2. Restart the inverter. more details for the 3. Contact Growatt support if the problem grid frequency persists after restart. 1. Check if the distance between SP-CT and PairingTime Communication fault inverter is within the specified range.
  • Page 63 1. Check the warning information referring to the lithium battery user manual. BMS report warning Warning:XXX 2. Please contact Growatt support if the problem persists after restart. 1.Check the warning information referring to the lithium battery user manual. BMS error:XXX BMS report error 2.
  • Page 64 2. If the error message still exists despite the Error 300 AC V Outrange (1) grid voltage being within the permissible range, please contact Growatt support. 1. Restart the inverter. Error 304 AC F Outrange 2. If the error message still exists, please contact Growatt support.
  • Page 65 Suggested measure 1. Restart the inverter. Error 600 OP Short Fault 2. If the error message still exists, please contact Growatt support. 1. After shutdown, check is the PV panel is normal. PV1 short Pv1 short 2. If the error message persists, please contact Growatt support.
  • Page 66: Decommissioning 10

    Decommissioning 10 10.1 Removing the SPH inverter 1. Disconnect all electrical connections from the inverter, including the RS485 communication cable, DC input cables, AC output cables, battery cables, and the grounding cable. Be aware of the residual heat on the SPH enclosure to avoid body burns.
  • Page 67: Product Specification

    11 Product specification 11.1 SPH series inverter specification SPH 3000TL SPH 3600TL SPH 4000TL SPH 4600TL SPH 5000TL SPH 6000TL Model BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP Specifications Input data(DC) Max. recommended PV 6500W 7500W 8500W 9000W 9500W 10600W power(for module STC) Max.
  • Page 68 Phase factor at rate power Displacement power factor, 0.8leading…0.8lagging configurable* THDI <3% AC connection Single phase Stand alone(AC power) Growatt SPH &SPH TL BL-UP 3000VA 3680VA 4000VA 4000VA 4000VA 4000VA Rated output apparent power Nominal voltage 230V Rated Frequency...
  • Page 69 SPH 3000TL SPH 3600TL SPH 4000TL SPH 4600TL SPH 5000TL SPH 6000TL Model BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP Specifications Euro weighted 97.1% 97.1% 97.2% 97.2% efficiency MPPT efficiency ≥99.5% Protection devices Safety level Class II Overvoltage PV:II AC:III Others:I category Ingress protection IP65...
  • Page 70 SPH 3000TL SPH 3600TL SPH 4000TL SPH 4600TL SPH 5000TL SPH 6000TL Model BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP BL-UP Specifications Self- < 10 W Consumption Cooling concept Natural Relative humidity 100% Features DC connection MC4/H4 (opt) AC connection connector BAT connection OT Terminal Display Interfaces:...
  • Page 71: Dc Input Terminal Parameter

    11.2 DC input terminal parameter MC4 specification: 2.5mm / 4mm /1 6mm / 10mm / 14AWG 2 AWG 10 AWG 8AWG DC connection Rated current (90℃ environment) 600V DC(UL) Nominal system voltage 600V DC(TUV) Contact resistance 0.25mΩ(model) Protection grade IP68 Socket contact materials Copper, tin Insulation materials...
  • Page 72: Accessories (Optional)

    The following table lists the optional accessories for the SPH Inverter. If you need to purchase any of them, you can contact Growatt or your dealer. The P/N is for reference only and it is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 73: Certificate Of Compliance

    12 Certificate of Compliance Growatt confirms herewith that the products, when correctly configured, are in compliance with the requirements specified in the following standards and directives: Model Certificate CE, IEC62109, G98, NI_G98, VDE0126-1-1, As4777, AS/NZS3100, SPH 3000TL BL-UP CEI0-21, VDE-AR-N4105, En50438, VFR, MEA, PEA, IEC61727,...
  • Page 74: Contact Us 13

    Contact us 13 If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact Growatt Service Line or your dealer. To provide you with the necessary support, please have the following information ready: 1. The serial number of the SPH inverter 2.
  • Page 75 Download Manual Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Co., Ltd. 4-13/F, Building A, Sino-German (Europe) Industrial Park, Hangcheng Blvd, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China +86 755 2747 1942 service@ginverter.com www.ginverter.com GR-UM-180-A1-04...

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