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User Manual for S6 Series Hybrid Inverter Applicable models S6-EH3P29.9K-H S6-EH3P30K-H S6-EH3P37.5K-H S6-EH3P40K-H S6-EH3P50K-H S6-EH3P30K-H-LV Applicable System Three phase system Version 1.0, Release Date:08,2024...
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...
The Solis series is designed for commercial hybrid systems. The inverter can work with maximize self-consumption and provide backup power if the grid fails and there is not enough PV power to cover load demand. The Solis S6 series consists of the following inverter models: 29.9kW,30kW,37.5kW,40kW,50kW,30kW-LV LCD Screen DC Disconnect Switch Figure 1.1 Front side view...
This is the DC disconnect switch for the PV 1. DC Switch 2. COM Solis data logger gets connected here-only USB version of the loggers will work 3. COM1 RS485 and CAN communication cables and parallel cables should go through these RS485 and CAN communication cables and parallel cables should go through these 4.
1. Introduction User Manual 1.3 Product Features Outstanding Performance Support dual batteries up to 70+70A/140A max charge/discharge current, flexible battery configuration for customers on site. Integrated 4 MPPTs and string current up to 20A, suitable for both 182mm and 210mm PV modules.
S2-WL-ST Stick x1 Quick Installation Manual x1 GPRS Antenna x1 RJ45 connector x11 If anything is missing, please contact your local Solis distributor. NOTE CT default Length:4m, and the its extension not supported. 1.5 Tools Required for Installation Torqx T20 Screwdriver...
2. Safety & Warning User Manual 2.1 Safety The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described below: DANGER “Danger” indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING “Warning”...
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NEC Article 690, Part II. All Solis single phase inverters feature an integrated DC disconnect switch. CAUTION Risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no serviceable parts inside, refer servicing to qualified and accredited service technicians.
2. Safety & Warning User Manual NOTE Please Notice that Max.operation altitude 4000m, but Max. input PV voltage will derate when above 2000m, the following table shows the relationship between elevation and voltage. Elevation (m) Voltage (Vdc) 2000 1000 2700 1000 3000 3500...
3. Installation User Manual 3.1 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.
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Consult the technical specifications sections at the end of this manual for additional environmental condition requirements (temperature range, altitude, etc.) 3.1.3 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). 3.1.4 Avoiding direct sunlight Installation of the inverter in a location exposed to direct sunlight should to be avoided.
3. Installation User Manual 3.1.5 Air circulation Do not install in small, closed rooms where air cannot freely circulate. To prevent overheating, always ensure that the air flow around the inverter is not blocked. 3.1.6 Flammable substances Do not install near flammable substances. Maintain a minimum distance of three meters (10 feet) from such substances.
3. Installation User Manual 3.3 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.
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3. Installation User Manual Dimensions of mounting bracket: unit:mm Figure 3.6 Inverter wall mounting Once a suitable location has be found according to 3.1 using figure 3.6 mount the wall bracket to the wall. The inverter shall be mounted vertically. The steps to mount the inverter are listed as below: 1.
Data Logger Monitoring of the system (For more details, please refer to the on SolisCloud (Optional) Solis data logger product manual) NOTE Conductor dimensions and OCPD sizing to be determined in accordance with the national electrical code (NEC) and local standards.
3. Installation User Manual 3.5 Ground Cable Installation An external ground connection is provided at the both sides of inverter. Prepare OT terminals: M5. Use proper tooling to crimp the lug to the terminal. Connect the OT terminal with ground cable to the right side of inverter. The torque is 3.5N.m. M5 Screw removed Torque: 3.5N.m Earth wire...
3. Installation User Manual 3.6 PV Cable Installation Before connecting inverter, please make sure the PV array open circuit voltage is within the limit of the inverter. Before connection, please make sure the polarity of the output voltage of PV array matches the“DC+”and“DC-”symbols. Please use approved DC cable for PV system.
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3. Installation User Manual 3. Pass the stripped DC cable through the nut and waterproof rubber ring. Positive terminal Negative terminal Figure 3.12 4. Connect the wire part of the DC cable to the metal DC terminal and crimp it with a special DC terminal crimping tool.
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3. Installation User Manual 6. Measure PV voltage of DC input with multimeter, verify DC input cable polarity. Figure 3.15 7. Connect the wired DC terminal to the inverter as shown in the figure, and a slight "click" is heard to prove the connection is correct. Click Figure 3.16 CAUTION:...
NOTE The battery fuse in the inverter wire box is replaceable. The replacement can only be done by a technician authorized by Solis. BAT fuse1 and fuse2 specification are 1000V 100A. The suggested specification of external BAT circuit breaker for each battery is 80A.
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3. Installation User Manual 3. Press the wiring with T8 Torx screwdriver with torque of 1.2 ±0.1N. M. 4. Thread the stripped wire into the lock nut and the main body in turn (the flexible wire needs to be riveted to the insulated terminal). 5.
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3. Installation User Manual 3.7.2 Disassembly Steps 1. Hold the body with one hand and turn the nut in the opposite direction with the other. 2. Use a screwdriver to align the unlocking position, press and hold the main body and pull back to complete the removal.
3. Installation User Manual 3.8 AC Wiring DANGER Before installing the AC cables, be sure that the OCPDs (breakers) are turned off. Use a multimeter to verify that the AC voltages are 0Vac before proceeding. There are three sets of AC output terminals and the installation steps for both are the same. The maximum temperature for connecting AC and battery terminals is 85°C.
3. Installation User Manual 3.9 CT Connection CAUTION: Make sure the AC cable is totally isolated from AC power before connecting the or CT. 3.9.1 CT Installation The CT provided in the product box is compulsory for hybrid system installation. It can be used to detect the grid current direction and provide the system operating condition to hybrid inverter.
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3. Installation User Manual Figure 3.18...
3.10 Inverter Communication 3.10.1 Communication Ports Port Port Type Description Used for Solis data logger connection 4 hole watertight cable gland Used for RJ45 connection inside wiring box COM1 4 hole watertight cable gland Used for RJ45 connection inside wiring box...
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3. Installation User Manual 3.10.2 Communication Terminals Figure 3.19 Communication terminals Terminal Type Description Used for CAN communication between inverter and Lithium RJ45 battery BMS. (Optional)Used for RS485 communication between inverter Meter RJ45 and the smart meter. (Optional) To realize Demand Response or Logic Interface RJ45 function, this function may be required in UK and Australia.
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3. Installation User Manual 3.10.3 BMS Terminal Connection 3.10.3.1 With Lithium Battery CAN communication is supported between inverter and compatible battery models. Please lead the CAN cable through the COM1 or COM2 port of the inverter and connect to the BMS terminal with RJ45 connector. NOTE: Before connecting CAN cable with the battery, please check whether the communication pin sequence of the inverter and the battery match;...
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User Manual 3.10.4 Meter Terminal Connection (Optional) If a smart meter is preferred to be installed other than the provided CT, please contact Solis sales rep to order the smart meter and corresponding meter CT. Please lead the Meter RS485 cable through the COM1 or COM2 port of the inverter and connect to the Meter terminal with RJ45 connector.
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3.10.5 DRM Port Connection (Optional) 3.10.5.1 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.
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If a 3rd party external device or controller needs to communicate with the inverter, the RS485 port can be used. Communication protocol is supported by Solis inverters. To acquire latest protocol document, please contact Solis local service team or Solis sales. Support Ethernet port for the moment, reserve EMS port.
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3. Installation User Manual NOTE: Single inverter noise is less than 65 dB(A), When using multiple inverters to combine, pay attention to noise protection. 3.10.8 14-pin Communication Terminal Block Terminal Block Connection Steps: Step 1. Lead the wires through the hole in COM3 port (Hole Diameter: 2 mm) Step 2.
3. Installation User Manual 3.10.8.2 G-V Terminal Connection The G-V terminal is a voltage-free dry contact signal for connecting with generator's NO relay to start up the generator when necessary. When generator operation is not needed, Pin7 and Pin8 is in open circuit. When generator operation is needed, Pin7 and Pin8 is in short circuit.
3. Installation User Manual 3.13 Lithium battery wiring Inverter supports the 3 wirings methods to connect to lithium battery. If you have only one battery, you MUST connect it to DC 1 port on inverter, and communication cable MUST be connected to BMS 1 port on the inside terminal block. Figure 3.29 Figure 3.30...
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3. Installation User Manual Figure 3.31 NOTE: For this battery wiring mode, the communication wire must be connected to the BMS 1 port of inverter. NOTE: The suggested specification of external AC breakers are as following. AC grid port: four-pole, 160A, Icc≥20KA, Icp, mr≥800A(5In) Backup port: four-pole, 80A, Icc≥20KA, Icp, mr≥600A Smart port: four-pole, 80A, Icc≥20KA, Icp, mr≥600A The temperature limit of wiring terminals for external connections should be...
3.14 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.
4. Overview User Manual 4.1 HMI Screen There are 3 indicators and 4 operation button on the Solis S6 Series Inverter. Description of indicators: Indicators Status Description Red light solid on Normally powering POWER Not working Green light solid on...
4. Overview User Manual 4.2 Inverter built-in Bluetooth description Blueooth: BDR、EDR、BLE frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates:2.402-2.480GHZ Maximum transmitting power: 8dBm Hereby, Ginlong Technologies Co.,Ltd.declares that the radio equipment type hybrid inverter is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU...
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. ●...
CT will be reversed when calculating the power, select “Reversal” to correct it. Set CT ratio: default 60 (Solis provide ESCT-T50-300A/5A CT), if the user install their own CT, then need to set the CT ratio manually. If the system connected to Meter, then CT ratio need to be set on Meter.
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5. Commissioning User Manual Mode Description PV power flow priority sequence: loads > battery > grid. In this mode, the system stores excess PV power into the battery after the loads are supplied. If “Allow export” turned on, when the battery is charged full, or there is no Self-use battery, the excess PV power will be exported(sold)back to the grid.
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5. Battery setting: Select Battery connection method:1 Batt 1 DC / 1 Batt 2 DC / 2 Batt 1 DC; the connection method please refer to 3.13 Lithium battery wiring. Select battery brand (if the connected battery is not on the list, please select “General_LiBat_HV ”...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.4.2 HMI screen operation system overview...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.4.3 Detailed HMI Setting Step 1: Enter Home page After quick setting, press “ENTER”, the screen displays the home page. The screen will be automatically turn off after being idle for a few minutes to save power, click any operation button(“ESC”/”UP”/”DOWN”/ “ENTER”) to restart the screen, then press “Enter”...
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5. Commissioning User Manual Step 3: Set “Storage Mode” Use “UP” or “DOWN” key to select the desired mode, then press “ENTER”. The Mode description please refer to 5.4.1. Settings Description Range: 5~95%, default: 80%, settable. When battery SOC < set battery reserve SOC, battery will stop Battery reserve discharging.
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5. Commissioning User Manual Step 4: Set “Time of use” under each mode (Skip this step if no need) Time of Use is for manual control of the battery charging/discharging. It is for customizing when the battery is allowed to charge and discharge power and at what rate, established by a current(amperage)setting.
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5. Commissioning User Manual Step 5: Set “Battery Setting” Settings Description Max charge current Max charge current, settable. Max discharge current Max discharge current, settable. Range: 5~40%, default 20%, Over discharge when battery SOC < over discharge, it will stop discharging. Range: set Over discharge value +1% ~ set Over discharge value +20%;...
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5. Commissioning User Manual Step 6: Set “Grid Port” (Skip this step if grid code is already set in quick setting) Select grid code that meet the local regulations. Three level of Over-voltage / under-voltage / Over-frequency / under-frequency are default based on grid code, there is no need to set the parameters in manual.
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5. Commissioning User Manual Step 8: Set parallel system Set Master and Slave machine, Set Master ID as: 1 Slave machine ID as: 2 .Slave machine ID as: 3 ..and so on.
5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5 APP Setting 5.5.1 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...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5.2 APP Quick Setting 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 ->...
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5. Commissioning User Manual (2)Battery: •Select number of battery banks :1-2; •Select battery model: if the connected battery brand is not on the list, please select “General_LiBat_HV •Select battery connection method.
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•Set Meter installation location: Grid side / Load side / Grid+PV inverter; •Set CT ratio: default 60 (Solis provide ESCT-T50-300A/5A CT), if the user install their own CT, then need to set the CT ratio manually. If the system connected to Meter, then CT ratio need to be set on Meter.
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5. Commissioning User Manual (4)Grid code: Select grid code that meet the local regulations. Three level of Over-voltage / under-voltage / Over-frequency / under-frequency are default based on grid code, there is no need to set the parameters in manual.
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5. Commissioning User Manual (5)Storage mode: ALL modes first priority is to use the available PV power to support loads. The different modes determine what the second priority, or use of the excess PV power, will be. Self-use / Selling first / Off-grid are exclusive, the user could select only one mode. Settings Description PV power flow priority sequence : loads >...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5.3 APP interface structure...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5.4 Home This screen display energy production and consumption, as well as its flow. It shows the following data: •Today yield of PV •Today Imported/Exported of Grid •Today Charged/Discharged of Battery •Today Consumption of Grid-side load •Today Consumption of Back-up load •Today GEN yield.
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5.5 Setting Under this page, the user could find quick setting and other detailed settings as follows: 1. Storage mode a. Select storage mode: •Self-use / Selling first / Off-grid, these three modes are exclusive, the user could select only one mode.
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5. Commissioning User Manual Please notice: “Allow export" can only be set in “Self use” mode; “Add time slot” can only be set in grid-connected mode (Self use” mode and “ Selling first” mode). b. Set mode operations: Settings Description Range: 5~95%, default:80%, settable.
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5. Commissioning User Manual c. Add time slot: Charge SOC: battery charging stops when reach the set SOC; Discharge SOC: battery discharging stops when reach the set SOC. NOTICE: •Slide the switch to on, the battery charge/discharge with set charge/ discharge current by following the set period •Slide to the left of screen, the user could delete the current period setting.
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5. Commissioning User Manual 2. Battery setting a. Set “ Number of Battery Banks” and “Battery Model” b. Set “Battery Connection Method” : 1 Batt 1 DC / 1 Batt 2 DC / 2 Batt 1 DC; c. Set battery parameters Settings Description Max charge current...
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5. Commissioning User Manual d. If two battery banks share the same setting, then turn the “Apply Batt1 parameter values” on. It will match the settings of battery bank 1 automatically. 3. Smart port Select smart port type •When it is connected to Generator, select “Gunset input”; •When it is connected to smart load like heat pump,select “Smart load output”...
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5. Commissioning User Manual 4. Grid port Please refer to “5.5.2 APP Quick setting” 5. Parallel setting When there are ≥ 2 inverters in parallel, turn the slider on Set Master and Slave machine, Set Master ID as: 1 Slave machine ID as: 2 .Slave machine ID as: 3 ..
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5. Commissioning User Manual 7. CT/Meter setting There are two ways for CT/Meter setting, detailed setting please refer to “5.5.2 APP Quick setting”. Method 1: Quick setting...
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5. Commissioning User Manual Method 2: Setting --- Professional Setting -- Device Setting --Meter/CT Setting 5.5.6 Alarm The alarm page can display the current alarm and the historical alarms.
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5. Commissioning User Manual 5.5.7 Information The use could Query information of PV / Battery / GRID / LOAD / INVERTER. PV : it display each PV module Power/Voltage/Current, as well as historical yield information calculated by monthly / yearly / total, displayed with graphics; BATT: it display battery Power/Voltage/Current/SOC/SOH/Max.charging current / Max.discharging current, as well as historical battery charging and discharging information calculated by monthly / yearly / total, displayed with graphics;...
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.
7. Troubleshooting User Manual Message Name Information Description Troubleshooting Suggestion 1. Turn on the device in the ON/OFF Setting. Control device to shutdown 1. Confirm whether the inverter is connected to an external EPM/meter to prevent reverse current. 2. Confirm whether the inverter is controlled The device's output is under LmtByEPM by an external third-party device.
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7. Troubleshooting User Manual Message Name Information Description Troubleshooting Suggestion 1. Grid side fault, restart the device. Surge Alarm On-site grid surge If it is still not eliminated, please contact the manufacturer's customer service. Grid voltage exceeds the OV-G-V01 upper voltage range Grid voltage exceeds the UN-G-V01 lower voltage range...
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7. Troubleshooting User Manual Message Name Information Description Troubleshooting Suggestion 1. Confirm whether the battery model selection Wrong battery brand selection BatName-FAIL is consistent with the actual one. 1. Can failure is a failure of communication between inverter and battery. Check cable conditions.
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7. Troubleshooting User Manual Message Name Information Description Troubleshooting Suggestion 1. Confirm that the grid is abnormal. 2. Confirm that the AC cable connection is not DCInj-FAULT The current DC component abnormal. (1037 DATA:0000) exceeds the limit 3. Restart the system, confirm that the fault continues.
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Please keep ready with you the following information before contacting us. 1. Serial number of Solis Singles Phase Inverter; 2. The distributor/dealer of Solis Singles Phase Inverter (if available); 3. Installation date. 4. The description of the problem together with necessary information, pictures, attachment.
8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P29.9K-H S6-EH3P30K-H Input DC (PV side) Max Usable PV Input Power 59.8kW 60kW Recommended Max PV array size 59.8kW 60kW Max. input voltage 1000V Rated voltage 600V Start-up voltage 180V MPPT voltage range 150-850V Full load MPPT voltage range 360-850V Max.
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P29.9K-H S6-EH3P30K-H Input AC (Grid side) Max. AC passthrough current 90.8A/86.4A 91.2A/86.6A 3/N/PE, 220V/380V Rated input voltage 3/N/PE, 230V/400V Rated input frequency 50Hz/60Hz Input AC (Generator) Max. input power 29.9kW 30kW Rated input current 45.4A/43.2A 45.6A/43.3A 3/N/PE, 220V/380V...
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P29.9K-H S6-EH3P30K-H Protection Anti-islanding protection Insulation Resistor detection Output over current protection Output short protection Output over voltage protection DC switch Optional DC reverse polarity protection DC Surge Protection/AC Surge Protection Type II Integrated AFCI (DC arc-fault circuit protection) Optional General data Dimensions(W/H/D)
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P37.5K-H S6-EH3P40K-H Input DC (PV side) Max Usable PV Input Power 75kW 80kW Recommended Max PV array size 75kW 80kW Max. input voltage 1000V Rated voltage 600V Start-up voltage 180V MPPT voltage range 150-850V Full load MPPT voltage range 360-850V Max.
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P37.5K-H S6-EH3P40K-H Input AC (Grid side) Max. AC passthrough current 114A/108.2A 121.6A/115.4A 3/N/PE, 220V/380V Rated input voltage 3/N/PE, 230V/400V Rated input frequency 50Hz/60Hz Input AC (Generator) Max. input power 37.5kW 40kW Rated input current 57.0A/54.1A 60.8A/57.7A 3/N/PE, 220V/380V...
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P37.5K-H S6-EH3P40K-H Protection Anti-islanding protection Insulation Resistor detection Output over current protection Output short protection Output over voltage protection DC switch Optional DC reverse polarity protection DC Surge Protection/AC Surge Protection Type II Integrated AFCI (DC arc-fault circuit protection) Optional General data Dimensions(W/H/D)
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P50K-H S6-EH3P30K-H-LV Input DC (PV side) Max Usable PV Input Power 96kW 60kW Recommended Max PV array size 100kW 60kW Max. input voltage 1000V Rated voltage 600V Start-up voltage 180V MPPT voltage range 150-850V Full load MPPT voltage range 360-850V 450-850V...
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P50K-H S6-EH3P30K-H-LV Input AC (Grid side) Max. AC passthrough current 152A/144.4A 152A/152A 3/(N)/PE, 220V 3/N/PE, 220V/380V Rated input voltage 3/(N)/PE, 230V 3/N/PE, 230V/400V Rated input frequency 50 Hz/60 Hz Input AC (Generator) Max. input power 50kW 30kW Rated input current...
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8. Specifications User Manual Technical Data S6-EH3P50K-H S6-EH3P30K-H-LV Protection Anti-islanding protection Insulation Resistor detection Output over current protection Output short protection Output over voltage protection DC switch Optional DC reverse polarity protection DC Surge Protection/AC Surge Protection Type II Integrated AFCI (DC arc-fault circuit protection) Optional General data Dimensions(W/H/D)
A: OV-ILLC indicates there is an overcurrent issue on the internal LLC circuit. It could be transient status during extreme condition such as overload. If it happens constantly or too frequent and the extreme conditions have been excluded, please contact Solis service team. Q6: Why I have "OV-BATT-H" Alarm on the inverter ? A: OV-BATT-H indicates over voltage issue on the hardware of battery circuit.
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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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