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- Page 1 Installation/User Manual HERF-1200 HERF-1600 HERF-1800 MICROINVERTER Ver:1.2,2023-01...
- Page 2 About the Manual This manual contains important instructions for the HERF-1200/HERF-1600/HERF-1800 Microinverter and must be read in its entirety before installing or commissioning the equipment. For safety, only qualified technician, who has received training or has demonstrated skills can install and maintain this Microinverter under the guide of this document.
- Page 3 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com Table of Contents 1.Important Safety Instructions ..............................3 1.1Safety Instructions ................................3 1.2Radio Interference Statement ............................4 1.3The Meaning of Symbols ..............................5 2.Microinverter System Introduction ............................6 2.1About 4 in 1 Unit ................................6 2.2Microinverter Highlights ..............................6 2.3Terminals Introduction ..............................7 3.About Function ..................................8 3.1Work Mode ..................................8 4.About Installation ..................................
- Page 4 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 1. Important Safety Instructions This manual contains important instructions to follow during installation and of the Photovoltaic Grid-connected Inverter (Microinverter). To reduce the risk of electrical shock and ensure the safe installation and operation of the Microinverter, the following symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety instructions.
- Page 5 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com DO NOT attempt to repair the Microinverter. If it fails, contact technical support to obtain an RMA number and start the replacement process. Damaging or opening the Microinverter will void the warranty. Caution! The external protective earthing conductor is connected to the inverter protective earthing terminal through AC connector.
- Page 6 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 1.3 The Meaning of Symbols Symbol Usage Treatment To comply with European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an approved recycling facility. Any device no longer required must be returned to an authorized dealer or approved collection and recycling facility.
- Page 7 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 2.Microinverter System Introduction 2.1 About 4 in 1 Unit “ 4-in-1 Unit Microinverter ” with ultra-wide DC input operating voltage range (16 V – 60 V) and low start-up voltage (22 V only). 2.2 Microinverter Highlights Maximum output power up to 1200W/1600W/1800W; Adapted to 60 & 72 cells PV panels. ...
- Page 8 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 2.3 Terminals Introduction Object Description AC Connector (Male) DC Connectors AC Connector (Female) 202301V1.2...
- Page 9 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 3.About Function 3.1 Work Mode Normal: Under this mode, Microinverter is operating normally and convert DC power into AC power to support the house loads and feed in to Public Grid. Zero Export Control: Under this mode Microinverter’s generation is limit base on the current house loads, there will be no extra power feed in to the Public Grid.
- Page 10 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.About Installation 4.1 Accessories Object Description AC End Cable (Male), 2m 10AWG Cable，Brown/Black/Yellow-green DC Extension Cable, 1m，Black M8*25 screws AC Male End Cap, IP68 Microinverte is incompatible with RCD&RCM *Note: All accessories above are not included in the package, and need to be purchased separately. Please contact our sales representative for the price.
- Page 11 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com *Note: For some countries the DCU will be required to meet the local grid regulation (e.g., G98/99 for UK etc.) 4.3 Space Distance Required If the microinverters are installed on a concrete roof or steel roof, the communication with the DCU may be slightly affected.
- Page 12 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com technicians). Install Microinverter underneath of the photovoltaic modules to make sure it works in the shadow. If this condition cannot be met, might trigger the inverter production de-rating. 4.5 Installation Steps 4.5.1 Step 1. Attach Microinverter on Rail. A) Mark the approximate center of each panel on the frame.
- Page 13 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.5.2 Step 2. Connect AC Cables of Microinverter A). Plug the AC connector of the first microinverter into the connector of the second microinverter to form a continuous AC branch circuit. B). Install the AC end cap on the open AC connector. *Note: The length of AC cable on microinverter is roughly 2 m, if the distance between two microinverters is more than 2m, please use an AC extension cable between two microinverters (as shown in the picture below).
- Page 14 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.5.3 Step 3. Connect AC End Cable A) Installation of cable end connector. Solid wrench No.30 or monkey wrench wide than 3cm 、 Cross screwdriver No.1、Wire striper. a). Disassemble the connector and thread the cable through the waterproof cap and connector housing b).Connect the cable to the terminal, and the screw torque is 0.8 + / - 0.1N ·...
- Page 15 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.5.4 Step 4. Create an Installation Map Affix the serial number label to the respective location on the installation map. Microinverter Installation Map V1.0 Please Make N for Panel Type: Customer Information: DCU Serial Number: North Azimuth: Tilt: Sheet 202301V1.2...
- Page 16 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.5.5 Step 5. Connect PV Modules A) Mount the PV modules above the microinverter. B) Connect the PV modules’ DC cables to the DC input side of the microinverter. 202301V1.2...
- Page 17 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 4.5.6 Step 6. Energize the System A) Turn on the AC breaker of the branch circuit. B) Turn on the main AC breaker of the house. Your system will start to generate power after about two minutes of waiting time. 4.5.7 Step 7.
- Page 18 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Status LED Indicator The LED flashes five times at start up. All green flashes (1s gap) indicate normal start up. 1.Start-up Process Flashing green five times (0.3s gap): Start-up success Flashing Red five times (0.3s gap): Start-up failure ...
- Page 19 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com DC module connectors and watch for five short LED flashes. 3.Check the AC branch circuit interconnection between all the microinverters. Verify each inverter is energized by the utility grid as described in the previous step. 4.Make sure that any AC breaker are functioning properly and are closed. 5.Check the DC connections between the microinverter and the PV module.
- Page 20 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com 6.Decommissions 6.1 Decommissions Disconnect the inverter from DC input and AC output; remove all connection cable from the Microinverter; remove the Microinverter from the frame. Please pack the Microinverter with the original packaging, or use the carton box that can afford 5kg weight and can be fully closed if the original packaging is no longer available.
- Page 21 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com equipment must be stored in well-ventilated indoor areas that do not have characteristics that might damage the components of the equipment. Take a complete inspection when restarting after a long time or prolonged stop. Please dispose the equipment properly after scrapping, which are potentially harmful to the environment, in accordance with the regulations in force in the country of installation.
- Page 22 7.Technical Data 7.1 DC Input Model HERF-1200 HERF-1600 HERF-1800 Up to 420+ Up to 540+ Up to 670+ Commonly used module power (W) (Single panel) (Single panel) (Single panel) Peak power MPPT voltage range (V) 16~48 16~48 16~48...
- Page 23 7.3 Efficiency, Safety and Protection Model HERF-1200 HERF-1600 HERF-1800 CEC peak efficiency 96.50% 96.50% 96.50% Nominal MPPT efficiency 99.50% 99.50% 99.50% Night time power consumption (mW) <50 <50 <50 7.4 Mechanical Data Model HERF-1200 HERF-1600 HERF-1800 Ambient temperature range (℃)
- Page 24 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com Appendix 1: Installation Map Microinverter Installation Map V1.0 Please Make N for Panel Type: Customer Information: DCU Serial Number: North Azimuth: Tilt: Sheet 202301V1.2...
- Page 25 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com Appendix 2: WIRING DIAGRAM – 230VAC SINGLE PHASE: 202301V1.2...
- Page 26 info@estarpower.com www.estarpower.com WIRING DIAGRAM – 230VAC / 400VAC THREE PHASE: 202301V1.2...
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