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Change History Changes between document versions are cumulative. The latest version contains all updates made in previous versions.The contents are subject to change without prior notice. Version 05 (Sep.14, 2024) Delete APP User Guide chapter. Delete lead acid battery description. Add Inverter Settings and Appendix chapter.
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Contents 1 Note on this Manual ..............1.1 Scope of Validity ................... 1.2 Target Group ................... 1.3 Symbols Used ..................1.3.1 Important Safety Instructions ............1.3.2 Explanation of Symbols ..............2 Introduction ................... 2.1 Basic Feature .................... 2.2 System Diagram ..................
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5.4.3 Communication Connection Steps.......... X1-SPT-6K X1-SPT-7K 5.5 Grounding (Mandatory) ..............5.6 Monitoring Connection ..............Note: ”X1-SPLIT Series refers to the energy storage inverter 5.7 Check All Below Steps Before Starting Inverter ....that supports photovoltaic grid-connected. Inverter Operation ................. “3k"means 3.0kW.
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Safety Warning! Danger! Ensure that the input DC voltage is below the inverter limit. Excessive DC voltage and current may cause permanent Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter! damage or other losses to the inverter, which is not covered by The personnel responsible for the installation, electrical the warranty.
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Safety Strictly follow relevant safety specifications for product installation Ø Surge protection devices (SPDs) for PV installation and testing. During installation, operation or maintenance, please read carefully and follow the instructions and precautions on the Warning! inverter or user manual. If the operation is incorrect, it may cause personal and property losses.
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Battery Safety Instructions Ø PE Connection and Leakage Current SolaX X1-SPLIT Series inverter should pair with high voltage battery, for • All inverter’s incorporate a certified internal Residual Current Monitoring the speci c parameters such as battery type, nominal voltage and (RCM) in order to protect against possible electrocution and fire hazard nominal capacity etc., please refer to section 3.3.
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2.1 Basic Features An error has occurred, please inform your installer immediately X1-SPLIT series is a high-quality inverter that can convert solar energy into alternating current and store energy into batteries. The inverter can be used to optimize self-consumption, stored in batteries for future use or fed into the public grid.
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Introduction Introduction Introduction Load wiring scheme: X1-SPT 3K/3.6K X1-SPT 6K/7K Full load wiring diagram Full load wiring diagram X1-SPT 3K/3.6K X1-SPT 6K/7K General load wiring diagram General load wiring diagram...
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Introduction Introduction 2.3 Work Modes Eco-friendly Mode ② In the daytime, the power generated by the photovoltaic power X1-SPLIT has multiple working modes. generation panel is supplied to the household load, Charge the surplus in the storage battery and use it during peak hours at night and in the morning.
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⑤Manual Mode ③Economic Model In economic model, you can save electricity bills by charging the The manual mode has three functions: forced charge, forced storage battery at night when the electricity bill is cheap and discharge, and forced charge / discharge stop. Manual mode is discharging it from the storage battery during the daytime when basically available only to maintenance personnel.
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Introduction Introduction 2.4 Dimension 2.5 Terminals of Inverter X1-SPT3K&X1-SPT3.6K X1-SPT3K&X1-SPT3.6K 181mm 482mm Object Description DC switch PV connection port X1-SPT6K&X1-SPT7K Battery connection port USB port for upgrading/ External monitoring connection port Battery communication port 199mm 503mm CT Port Load Output port/Grid Output port Ground connection port Rs485 port Waterproof valve...
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Technical Data Technical Data 3.3 Battery 3.5 Efficiency, standard, environment limit and others Module X1-SPT-3K X1-SPT-3.6K X1-SPT-6K X1-SPT-7K Module X1-SPT 3-3.6k X1-SPT 6-7k Battery voltage range[V] 100-480 100-480 100-480 100-480 MPPT efficiency 99.9% 99.9% Max.charge/discharge current[A] Max eciency from PV to AC 97.0% 96.5% Max.
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Installation 4 Installation Number Quantity Description 4.1 Check for Transport Damage X1-SPLIT series inverter Bracket Ensure that the inverter is in good condition via transportation. If there Waterproof connector is any visible damage such as cracks, please contact the dealer immediately.
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Installation Installation 4.3 Installation Precautions 4.4 Tool preparation The protection level of X1-SPLIT series inverters is IP 65, so that the Tool equipment inverter can be installed outdoors. Type Image Image Name Name Check the installation environment and pay attention to the following...
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Installation Installation 4.5 Installation Site Conditions Tool equipment Image 4.5.1 Installation Carrier Requirements Name Image Type Name Do not install the inverter near flammable materials. Please install the inverter on a solid object that can withstand the weight Individual Safety Safety requirements of the inverter and energy storage system.
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Installation Installation X1-SPLIT 3K/3.6K 4.5.3 Installation Space Requirements ≥300mm ≥300mm Reserve enough space when installing inverter (at least 300mm) for heat dissipation. ≥300mm Reserved space dimensions of ≥300mm ≥300mm ≥300mm installation Position Min Distance Left 300mm ≥1000mm ≥1000mm ≥300mm ≥300mm Right 300mm 300mm...
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Installation Installation 4.6 Mounting Preparation Ø Please prepare the following tools before installation. Φ8 Drill Installation tools: screwdriver, wrench, Φ10 drill, rubber hammer, socket (Depth: 65 mm) wrench set and Hexagon keys. Ø Step 2: hang the inverter on the bracket c) Insert expansion bolt into the hole, use rubber hammer to knock the Step 1: Fix the wall bracket to the wall Ø...
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Installation Installation X1-SPT 6K/7K Ø Step 3: Tighten the inverter and bracket e) Hang the buckle on the inverter to the corresponding position of the backplane; f ) Use the inner hexagonal wrench to tighten the inner hexagonal screw on the right side of the inverter. X1-SPT 3K/3.6K Hexagon keys N·...
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(see Figure 2). 1. Same model 2. Same quantity 3. The same queue 4. The same angle Notice! X1-SPLIT series inverters do not support the following PV module connection modes. Positive PV pin Negative PV pin Figure 1 Inverter...
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Electrical Connections Electrical Connections Step 4. Tighten the PV pin needle and the wiring harness to make the The following is the location of the inverter positive and negative connection tight without looseness. (PV-/PV+) ports. Crimping Tool Step 5. The PV joint is divided into 2 parts - the plug and the fastening head. PV1+ Insert the cable through the fastening head and the opposite plug.
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Schematic diagram of the inverter PV connected. 5.2 Grid Port and Load Output Connection X1-SPLIT series inverter are single-phase inverter . Suitable for rated voltage 120/240V, frequency 50/60Hz. For more technical requirements, please consult the requirements of the local public grid.
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Electrical Connections Electrical Connections Grid and Load connection steps Ø Ø Load requirements Connection requirements Notice: Check the grid voltage and compare the voltage range Warning! (see technical data). Ensure that the Load rated power is within the Disconnect the circuit board from all power sources to prevent electric Load rated output power range, otherwise, the shock.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Step 4. Find the location of the AC interface on the inverter, insert the crimped terminals into the UW10 terminals L1, N, L2 according to the wire Step 3. Remove the 12mm insulation layer at the end of the wire. Insert sequence, and use a flat-blade screwdriver to tighten the screws.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Step 5. Install the AC waterproof cover, and tighten the screws on the four Step 6. Tighten the waterproof fastening head. sides of the waterproof cover with an Allen wrench. (Torque: 0.4±0.1N*m) X1-SPT 3K/3.6K X1-SPT 6K/7K Hexagon keys ( Torque: 0.8±0.1N ·m) Torque for Sealing Nut...
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Ø Connection requirements X1-SPLIT series inverter charge and discharge system can be equipped with high voltage lithium battery. Please note that the maximum voltage of the battery should not exceed 480 V, battery communication should be compatible with the X1-SPLIT inverter.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Step 5. Insert the battery power lines into the corresponding BAT port (+), (-) Notice! of the inverter. After the BMS communication between the battery and the inverter is finished, the battery will work X1-SPT 3K/3.6K normally.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Notice for CT connection: CT connection diagram Notice! • Do not place the CT on the N wire or ground wire. • Do not put CT on the N line and L line at the same time. •...
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 5.4.2 COM Communication Inverter communication control external equipment ● COM communication interface is mainly provided for customization the second step of development use. The inverter supports the control of external equipment or external equipment control through communication.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 5.4.3 Communication Connection Steps Step 3. Insert the prepared communication cables into the RJ45 terminals in sequence, and then use network cable crimping pliers to Step 1. Prepare a communication cable, and then find the press them tightly. communication adapter in the accessory bag.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 2) One side of the finished cable, Waterproof connector with RJ45 is inserted CT communication cable Ø into the inverter, and one side of the RJ45 terminal is inserted into the CT pin is defined as follow: CT connection.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Step 5: Finally, find the corresponding COM, CT poets 5.5 Grounding Connection (Mandatory) on the inverter and insert the communication cable into the The user must make two ground connections :one shell grounding, and corresponding ports. one equipotential grounding.
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection X1-SPT 6K/7K Step 4. Find the ground connection port on the inverter, and screw the ground wire on the inverter with an M5 Hexagon keys. X1-SPT 3K/3.6K Hexagon keys Torque: 1.5±0.2N·m Hexagon keys Torque: 1.5±0.2N·m...
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 5.6 Monitoring Connection (Accessories) 5.6 Monitoring Connection (Accessories) Step 2. Plug Pocket WiFi into the DONGLE port. Step 2. Plug Pocket WiFi into the DONGLE port. The inverter provides a DONGLE port, which can transmit data of the The inverter provides a DONGLE port, which can transmit data of the inverter to the monitoring website via Pocket WiFi Plus, Pocket 4G, Pocket inverter to the monitoring website via Pocket WiFi Plus, Pocket 4G, Pocket...
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 5.8 Inverter Operation 5.7 Check All Below Steps Before Starting Inverter Ø Before operation, check the inverter according to the following steps a) Check that the inverter is well xed on the wall. Ø After the inverter is checked, then conduct the following b) Ensure that all ground wires are well tightened.
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Firmware Upgrading Electrical Connection 6 Firmware Upgrading 2) Please contact our service support through service@solaxpower.com to obtain the firmware, and store the firmware in the U disk according to the Ø Upgrade Notices following path. Please read the following precautions before upgrading. Ø...
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Inverter Settings LED Indicator 7 LED Indicator 8 Inverter Settings You can set the inverter through the remote monitoring platform SolaXCloud. SolaxCloud is an intelligent home energy management platform. It is integrated with energy efficiency monitoring, device management, data communication and other capabilities. While managing your home energy devices, it also helps you optimize the electricity usage efficiency and improve the power generation revenue.
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings Ø Operation Guide on SolaXCloud Webpage Open a browser and enter www.solaxcloud.com and then complete Date & Time registration, login, site adding and other operations according to the System Switch User Guide. Basic Mode Select Chrg & Dischrg Period Contract Current Safety ModbusRTU/485...
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 8.2 Basic setting Working mode Min SOC(%) Charge SOC(%) After completing the settings, tap the Save button on the right. 50%-100% (default 50%) Eco-friendly mode 10%-100% (default 10%) 1) Date&Time Economic mode 10%-100% (default 10%) This interface is for users to set the system date and time.
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 8.3 Advanced setting Item Setting range Default Only the installer can operate the advanced settings. (The password to modbus Function Select modbus,meter enter the advanced settings is only available to the installer.) 0-255(Interval 1) ModBus485 address 1) Safety Code Set safety standard according to different countries and grid tied.
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 4) Export Control Super Backup: This function is disabled by default. It allow PV without This function allows the inverter to control the output power to the grid. battery to enter EPS. If you do not want to feed power to the grid, set User Value to 0. Default: 60000;...
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 9) Reactive Mode *) If the grid-connected power of the inverter ≦ 4.6kW, the Power It pplicable to speci c countries, please refer to local grid Factor is 0.95 at 1.0 power; if the grid-connected power of the inverter > requirements.) 4.6kW, the Power Factor is 0.90 at 1.0 power.
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 12) CT Type 10) Safety function Set the CT type to 100 /200/300A according to the actual situations. The following are the protection functions of the inverter. Keep the default Default: 100A status and do not set it. CT Type ˄...
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings 15) Soft Start Slope ATS control wiring diagram If set as shown, 20 percent of the rated power increase per minute. Cloud Soft Start Slope ˄ Soft Start Slope Save Meter 16) New password You can re-set the advanced password here. Grid New Password ˄...
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Inverter Settings Inverter Settings Inverter settings for external generation. Switch on/off SOC: The option is activated when you select Reference SOC for a. Set External generation type Start Gen Method. (OFF/Dry contact modeATS control/Dry contact mode) Switch on SOC:The inverter will turn on the generator Set the maximum power of generator charging battery.
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Inverter Settings Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting b. Set Forced Charg Period and Allowed Disc Period. Two periods can be set at most. 9.1 Troubleshooting Chrg&Dischrg Period This section contains information and procedures for resolving possible problems with X1-SPLIT, and provides Charge Period Start Time Save you with troubleshooting tips to identify and solve most 00:00...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Number Number DCI overcurrent protection fault. ARM software version mismatch Fault IE 009 DCI OCP Fault • Wait for a while to check if it's back to normal. IE 022 ARM Unmatched • update the software and press the ESC" key to restart the inverter. •...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Number Number Battery version mismatch failure Battery Error - External Communication Fault BE 001 BMS_External_Err • Upgrade the battery BMS software. BE 018 BMS_Ver_ Unmatch • Please contact the battery supplier. • Please contact the battery supplier. Battery Error - Internal Communication Fault Battery manufacturer did not match the fault BMS_Internal_Err BE 002...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 9.2 Routine Maintenance If the information panel of your inverter does not show the fault light, check the following list to ensure the current installation status, correct operation. Inverter do not require any maintenance or correction in most cases, but if the inverter often loses power due to overheating, ------ Is the inverter located in a clean, dry and well-ventilated place? this can be attributed to the following reason:...
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Decommisioning Disclaimer 10 Decommissioning 11 Disclaimer The X1-SPLIT series hybrid inverters are transported, used and operated under limited condition, such as environmental, electrical 10.1 Disassemble of Inverter etc. SolaX shall not be liable to provide the service, technical Remove DC input line and AC output line of inverter.
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Appendix Appendix 12 Appendix Generator connection For ATS mode, the meter is connected to RS485 Pin 4 and Pin 5. 12.1 Application of Generator For Dry contact mode, the meter is connected to RS485 Pin 4 and Introduction of Generator Application Pin 5.
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Appendix Appendix Ø ATS Control Mode Inverter settings for ATS control mode Setting path: Settings>Advanced>ExternalGen In this mode, the generator functions as a substitute for the grid. a. Set ATS control There is no communication between the generator and the Then set the maximum power of generator charging battery.
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Appendix Appendix Ø Dry Contact Mode Inverter settings for Dry contact mode Setting path: Settings>Advanced>ExternalGen In this operating mode, users can intelligently control the system by establishing a dry contact connection between the inverter and a. Set Dry contact the generator. It allows for adjustments to multiple settings so that Then set the maximum power of generator charging battery.
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Appendix Appendix d. Charge from Gen:It allows the battery to take power from MaxRunTime & MinRestTime the generator. MaxRunTime: Maximum operating time of generator. Default: Disable; range: Enable/Disable Default: 1000; range: 1-60000 Charge battery to(%):Set the battery target SOC . MinRestTime: Minimum time interval for two consecutive Default: 10%;...
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Appendix Appendix 12.2 Application of Micro-grid Working Modes Introduction of Micro-grid Application Ø Grid on Due to the islanding effect, an on-grid inverter cannot work during ● When PV is sufficient, the hybrid and on-grid inverters power the off-grid. This characteristic makes user losing the on-grid inverter PV common and EPS loads together.
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Appendix Appendix Ø Grid off Cable Connection In this case, the hybrid inverter will simulate the grid so as to make Hybrid inverter: the on-grid inverter work. Hybrid and on-grid inverter will power Please refer to 5 Electrical Connection for Grid and EPS the EPS loads together.
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Appendix Appendix 12.3 Parallel Connection Notice! Advice: Only X1-SPT 6K/7K supports parallel function, X1-SPT 3K/3.6K 1. Upgrade the program when the load does not exceed 6 kW, because doesn't support. In the meanwhile. the master and slave the DSP cannot control and switch off-grid during the upgrade process, should be same.
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Appendix Appendix Inverter 1 is the master and the CT needs to be placed in the on-grid port. Notice! Inverter 2 is the slave and the CT needs to contain both the on-grid port When paralleling the machine, the wiring between the outgoing line of the master and the off-grid port outgoing line.
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Appendix Appendix Ø Power on and off logic 1. In grid-connected mode, parallel machines are the same as when they Notice! • When on-grid, if the master want to charge the slave, the are stand-alone. master should be in the discharge period; the slave want to 2.
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Warranty Registration Form For Customer (Compulsory) Country Name Phone Number Email Address Zip Code State Product Serial Number Date of Commissioning Installation Company Name Installer Name Electrician License No. For Installer Module ( If Any ) Module Brand Module Size(W) Number of String Number of Panel Per String Battery ( If Any )
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PLEASE REGISTER THE WARRANTY IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION! GET YOUR WARRANTY CERTIFICATE FROM SOLAX! KEEP YOUR INVERTER ONLINE & WIN SOLAX POINTS! Open your Wait for the camera app camera to and point recognize your device the QR code at the QR code Notification Click the notification banner...
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