Triple power high voltage storage system (27 pages)
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Air Cooling Energy Storage System AELIO-P50B100 / AELIO-P60B100 User Manual Version 2.0 www.solaxpower.com eManual in the QR code or at http://kb.solaxpower.com/...
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About This Manual Scope of Validity This manual is an integral part of AELIO-P50B100 and AELIO-P60B100. It describes the transportation, storage, installation, electrical connection, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of the product. Please read it carefully before operating. AELIO-P50B100 and AELIO-P60B100 system includes a X3-AELIO series inverter and a AELIO-B100 battery cabinet.
Conventions To help users better understand the Manual , the explanations for the format and symbols herein are shown as follows: Symbol Description Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, DANGER will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury.
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8.1 Checking before Power-on ....................138 8.2 Power ON ..........................139 8.3 Checking after Power-on ....................144 8.4 Operation of Lockable DC Switch (for Australia Version Only) ......145 System Configuration ................148 9.1 Operation on Inverter LCD .....................148 9.1.1 Introduction of Control Panel ................148 9.1.2 Introduction of Menu Interface................149 9.1.3 Setting ........................149...
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14.3.3 Working Modes .....................201 14.3.4 Cable Connection (Hybrid inverter) ..............203 14.3.5 Cable Connection (On-grid Inverter) .............203 14.3.6 Cable Connection (Meter) .................203 14.4 CT/Meter Connection Scenarios ..................206 14.4.1 Connection of CT ....................206 14.4.2 Connection of Direct-connected Meter ............209 14.4.3 Connection of CT-connected Meter .............212 14.4.4 Connection of Two Meters ................215...
Safety General Safety Before transporting, storing, installing, operating, using and/or maintaining the device, please carefully read and understand the document, and strictly follow the instructions and safety precautions given herein, as well as symbols affixed on the device. The safety instructions herein are only supplements to local laws and regulations.
Safety Device Safety To prevent personal injury or property damage from improper operation, please carefully read the following installation precautions before installation. 1.2.1 Cabinet Safety DANGER! • According to the local laws and regulations related to high-altitude work, operators must wear PPE, e.g., a helmet, safety belt, or waist harness, when they work at heights, while the other end of the harness must connect to a secure structure to prevent fall incidents.
Safety 1.2.2 Battery Safety DANGER! • Do not connect the positive and negative poles of a battery together. Otherwise, it may be short-circuited. This will result in an excessive flow of current and large quantities of energy for a short time, and then will cause battery leakage, smoke, the emission of flammable gases, thermal runaway, fire, or even an explosion.
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Safety WARNING! • Must tighten screws securing cables and on the copper bars according to the torque information specified in the document, and check whether they are tightened periodically. For instance, whether there is any rust, corrosion, or any other foreign object on it, and then clean it up if any.
Safety NOTICE! If a fire breaks out where the battery is installed, please do as follows: • In case a battery is charging when the fire breaks out, provided it is safe to do so, press the emergency stop button and unplug the power cable; •...
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Safety WARNING! • Overvoltage protection with surge arresters should be provided when the PV system is installed. The grid connected inverter is fitted with SPDs on both PV input side and MAINS side. • Please consult professionals before installing SPDs. •...
Safety NOTICE! • The inverter has an integrated Residual Current Monitoring Unit (RCMU). If an external Residual Current Device (RCD) is required by local regulations, verify the type of RCD required. It is recommended to use a Type-A RCD with a rating of 300 mA unless a lower value is required by the specific local electric codes.
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Safety CAUTION! • Do not power on the device until it has been installed and confirmed by professionals. • In the event of a fire, evacuate immediately and call the local fire services. NOTICE! • Please operate according to the safety code for power station. •...
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Safety NOTICE! Cable Requirements: • When deciding the wire diameter, and connecting or wiring cables, follow the local laws, regulations, and codes to ensure safety. • When external conditions (e.g., placement method, ambient temperature, etc.) change, the cable type must be verified according to IEC-60364-5-52 or local laws, regulations and standards.
Product Overview System Overview PV modules SolaXCloud Grid X3-AELIO inverter EMS1000 Load Meter Slave cabinet Expansion box Master cabinet EV-Charger Adapter Box Generator (optional) (optional) (optional) (optional) (optional) Cloud Control Figure 2-1 System overview diagram...
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Product Overview Table 2-1 System item description Item Description X3-AELIO series The X3-AELIO series inverter manages battery and system energy. inverter PV modules work in MPPT mode. The maximum number of PV PV modules MPP tracker is five for 50 kW inverter and six for 60 kW inverter. The AELIO-B100 cabinet integrates high-performance 280Ah LFP Battery cabinet battery cells, high voltage box, fire supression system, air cooling...
Product Overview Product Introduction The product "AELIO-P50B100" and "AELIO-P60B100", a smart outdoor energy storage system with easy installation and convenient expansion, integrates high-capacity battery packs, a high-performance inverter, smart EMS, high-voltage box, and fire extinguishing system in a cabinet based on the design concept of "ALL-IN-ONE". The industrial and commercial scenarios are designed to be broadly applicable.
Product Overview Parts Description Rear view Front view Left view Right view Figure 2-3 Parts description (in the closed state) Table 2-2 Parts description Item Description Eye bolt Cabinet hoisting position. To maintain the battery packs at the cabinet in a Air conditioner constant temperature.
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Product Overview Item Description Wall bracket To support the inverter. Large cable cover To protect cables. Small cable cover To protect cables. Pressure relief valve To release excess pressure from the cabinet. A reserved antenna port To connect wireless meter. Antenna A 4G antenna, to connect EMS.
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Product Overview Item Description Disconnect the PV DC input when necessary. DC switch 1 DC switch controls MPPT 1, 2 and 3, DC switch 2 controls MPPT 4, 5 and 6. Electrical Including PV terminals, battery terminals, Grid and EPS connection area terminals, communication terminals, etc.
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Product Overview Item Description Display screen cover To protect display screen. To improve air circulation and dissipate heat when the temperature rises. Temperature and To measure temperature and humidity. humidity sensor Automatic fire sprinkler To control or suppress the spread of fire Audible and visible To alter you when the abnormal conditions occur, such alarm...
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Product Overview Table 2-5 Parts description Item Description Switch To provide backup power to ensure that the device is in a normal operating condition. IO module To collect signal and control other modules. A energy management system. E P S Wi-BR APS2 X S 1...
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Product Overview High-voltage box Figure 2-8 Front panel Table 2-7 Description of front panel Item Description ADD button To assign address. Negative output port To connect battery pack's negative terminal. Positive output port To connect battery pack’s positive terminal. Power button / status To start up or shut down system.
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Product Overview Battery pack In the closed state In the opened state Figure 2-9 Front panel Table 2-8 Description of front panel Item Description To keep components cool in the cabinet. Left/right door Please open the door while wiring. To connect negative terminal of high-voltage box or Negative terminal battery pack.
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Product Overview Distribution box Figure 2-10 Front panel Table 2-9 Description of front panel Item Description Grid out wire connector For AC side Circuit breaker's electrical To remotely turn off AC power for emergency. control signal To provide power supply for the devices inside 24V power supply port the cabinet.
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Product Overview Item Description Breaker handle A switch for AC side. Current terminal To connect to the grid. Auxiliary power breaker of High-voltage box IO module Front view Electric panel Figure 2-11 IO module Other parts Figure 2-12 Appearance of air conditioner...
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Product Overview Figure 2-13 Appearance of automatic fire sprinkler Figure 2-14 Appearance of temperature sensor Figure 2-15 Appearance of smoke detector NOTICE! • A cover has been fitted on the temperature sensor and smoke detector, respectively, at the factory. Therefore, the please remove covers before using them. Figure 2-16 Appearance of toxic gas detector Figure 2-17 Appearance of temperature and humidity sensor Figure 2-18 Appearance of audible and visible alarm...
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Product Overview Figure 2-19 Appearance of water sensor Figure 2-20 Appearance of door sensor...
Product Overview Indicator Cabinet's LED light The cabinet is equipped with a tri-colour indicator (green/yellow/red) to show its operating status. LED light Figure 2-21 LED light Table 2-10 Description Status Description Light on In standby Light on In operation Light on System failure...
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Product Overview Hight-voltage box's indicator light The box is equipped with a bi-colour indicator (green/red) to show its operating status. LED light Figure 2-22 LED light Table 2-11 Description Status Description Blinking In operation Light on Rely in off state Light on System failure Battery pack's LED light...
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Product Overview Inverter control panel Operating indicator light Timely output power Power Today’s energy Today 0.0KWh Battery Battery indicator light Normal Down Error indicator light Enter Battery connection status Status or error information Battery SOC Figure 2-24 Control Panel Table 2-13 Description LED indicator Status Definition...
Product Overview Symbols Table 2-14 Description of symbols Symbol Description CE mark of conformity. TUV certification. RCM mark of conformity Protective grounding point. Grounding point. Caution, hot surface. The enclosure temperature may be high while running. Therefore, do not contact to avoid scalding. Danger, electric shock.
Product Overview The battery module may explode. The rechargeable battery can become hot during operation. Avoid touch during operation. Keep the device away from children. Keep the device from open flames or ignition sources. Working Mode Six working modes are available for you to choose in on-grid status, i.e Self use, Feed-in priority, Backup, Peak shaving, Schedule and Manual.
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Product Overview Table 2-15 Description of self-use mode Time period Inverter working status • Charge the battery firstly untill the battery SOC reaches the Forced charging specified Charge battery to value. You can configure the period inverter to either draw power from the grid or not. PV is sufficient (PV →...
Product Overview NOTICE! • The charging and discharging period is only applicable for self-use mode, feed-in priority and backup mode. 2.7.2 Feed-in Priority (Priority: Loads > Grid > Battery) The feed-in priority mode is suitable for areas with high feed-in subsidies, but has feed- in power limitation.
Product Overview Table 2-16 Description of feed-in priority Time period Inverter working status • Charge the battery firstly untill the battery SOC reaches the Forced charging specified Charge battery to value. You can configure the period inverter to either draw power from the grid or not. PV is sufficient (PV →...
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Product Overview Backup Mode Power (Assuming peak power from 7:00 to 23:00) Expected PV Idea: Based on the Self use mode, the power curve minimum SOC is increased to prepare for a Surplus will be power outage. sold to the utility Load power curve P V a n d b a t t e r y Reserve enough...
Product Overview 2.7.4 Peak Shaving Mode Peak shaving mode is set for leveling out peaks in electricity use. The system is intelligently controlled to ensure charging takes place during off-peak hours and discharging occurs during peak hours. Peak Shaving Mode Power (Assuming peak power from 7:00 to 9:00 and from 18:00 to 23:00) Battery powers the load...
Product Overview is 0-60000 W PeakLimits: The load consumption from grid side. 0 W by default, the settable range: 0-60000 W. Reserved SOC: The lower limit of battery SOC required for later peak shaving period. 50% by default, the settable range is 10~100%. 2.7.5 TOU Mode In the TOU mode, different working modes, i.e Self-use, Feedin-priority, Peaking shaving,...
Product Overview 2.7.6 EPS Mode (Priority: Loads > Battery) During a power failure, the system will provide uninterrupted power supply to the EPS loads using the power from PV and the battery. It is important to ensure that a battery is installed, and the EPS loads should not exceed the maximum output power of the battery.
Product Overview Min ESC SOC: The minimum SOC of the battery to enter EPS mode. 30% by default, the settable range: 15%-100%. 2.7.7 Manual Mode This working mode is only for the after-sales team to do after-sales maintenance. It includes Forced Discharge, Forced Charge and Stop chrg&dischrg. The system will restore to the original working mode after six hours Manual mode set.
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Product Overview 10 kW 0 kW 0 kW 0 kW 0 kW 0 kW Meter Grid Inverter: 60 kW Load: 10 kW Figure 2-31 Zero export control with Phase Unbalance enabled Note: Export Control value can be set from 0W to more than the rated output power.
Transportation and Storage Transportation 3.1.1 Battery Cabinet Transportation DANGER! • Please be careful to avoid physical collisions during transportation. Do not place the equipment upside down, be exposed to water, etc., which may result in equipment damage, or even a fire or an explosion. NOTICE! •...
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Transportation and Storage Fork blade Fork blade 25 cm < T < 70 cm L > 1.2 m W=Width L=Length T=Thickness 60 cm < W < 160 cm Figure 3-1 Forklift requirements • Before moving the device, please pay attention to the center of gravity position of the load, and fully secure the load on the forklift by securing measures, such as ropes or bindings.
Transportation and Storage Hoisting • A hoist operator with good operational skills and safety awareness, who must be trained and certified, shall be operated according to the local laws and regulations. • After unpacking, the following requirements must be met when working with cranes and lifting ropes: crane hoisting capacity ≥...
Transportation and Storage Storage 3.2.1 Battery Cabinet Storage • For long-term storage, do not remove the original packaging and check the packaging regularly. • Please strictly comply with the storage requirements of the warning signs and other information on the packaging to avoid device damage. •...
Transportation and Storage Table 3-1 Maintenance of battery pack Circumstance Measure If the ambient temperature for storage is Recharge the battery packs at least once between 30°C and 50°C every 6 months If the ambient temperature for storage is Recharge the battery packs at least once between -20°C and 30°C every 12 months.
Preparation before Installation Installation Site Selection The installation site is critical to the safety, service life, and performance of the device, and it should be convenient for electrical connections, operation, and maintenance. Therefore, NFPA 855 Standard for the the installation site should be selected according to the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems and the local laws and regulations.
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Preparation before Installation • Good transportation: Good transportation for the installation site. • Reserve space: During the planning phase, please consider the space for capacity expansion or connection in parallel in the future. • Avoiding bad soil: Do not install devices on the undesirable soil that are prone to deformation and settlement.
Preparation before Installation +55°C 3000 m -30°C 0-100%RH Figure 4-1 Installation environment requirements 4.1.1 Installation Foundation Requirements The requirements for foundation are shown as follows: • Type of foundation material: 1. Non-combustible materials such as solid bricks or concrete; 2. Steel. •...
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Preparation before Installation Concrete foundation Unit: mm Ground > 300 Cutaway view Foundation Angle support ≥ 300 17.5 1300 Plan view Right view Figure 4-3 Foundation parameter requirements...
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Preparation before Installation Steel foundation If users want the foundation to be made of steel, the foundation must meet the following requirements: • Bearing capacity: > 5 t; • Corrosion resistance: it is recommended to be subjected to a 720 hrs salt spray test; •...
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Preparation before Installation Ø22*70 mm Rear side To secure cabinet Cable threading hole Ø14*19 mm To secure to the ground Front side Ø20 mm To secure to the ground Cable threading hole Figure 4-5 Detail description of steel foundation Unit: mm Foundation Angle support 22.5...
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Preparation before Installation NOTICE! After completing construction of the steel foundation, please strictly comply with the following steps: Install the bottom angle support first to secure the foundation to the ground; Install the top angle support; Finally, install the cabinet onto the steel foundation. After the steel foundation is finished, the installation procedure for cabinet can be referred “6.4 Installation Procedure for Angle Support and Cover”.
Preparation before Installation 4.1.2 Clearance Requirement This equipment has multiple installation methods: • Single cabinet (see Figure 4-8) • Multiple cabinets (see Figure 4-9 and Figure 4-10) In order to ensure the heat dissipation of the system and facilitate disassembly, the minimum space to be reserved around the cabinet must meet the following standards.
Preparation before Installation Unit: mm ≥ 400 ≥ 400 ≥ 400 ≥ 800 ≥ 1200 Plan view Figure 4-10 two and more cabinets Tools Requirement The tools used include but are not limited to the recommended tools below. Please use other auxiliary tools according to the site requirements.
Preparation before Installation Additionally Required Materials Table 4-2 Additionally required wires Conductor No. Required Material Type Cross-section Dedicated PV wire with a voltage rating PV wire of 1000 V, a temperature resistance of 6 mm² ℃ , a fire resistance grade of VW-1 Communication Network cable CAT5E wire 1...
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Preparation before Installation Table 4-3 Additionally required materials Required Material Type Ring terminal TLK16-8 ring terminal RJ45 Table 4-4 Circuit breaker recommended for Grid connection Model 50 kW 60 kW Circuit >100A >125A breaker Table 4-5 Micro-breaker recommended for EPS connection Model 50 kW 60 kW...
Unpacking and Inspection Battery Cabinet Unpacking 5.1.1 Unpacking • The equipment undergoes 100% testing and inspection before shipping from the manufacturing facility. However, transport damage may still occur. Before unpacking the rechargeable battery, please verify that the model and outer packing materials for damage, such as holes and cracks.
Unpacking and Inspection • When unpacking, please handle all packaging materials properly for future storage or relocation of this device. • After unpacking, please check if the device is intact and if all accessories are complete. If there is any damage or missing accessories, please contact your dealer immediately for assistance.
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Unpacking and Inspection Item No. Items Quantity Hexalobular key 1 pc Cable tie 20 pcs Power cable (3000 mm) (Ø6.7 mm 1 pc Power cable (2000 mm) (Ø6.7 mm 1 pc TLK35-8 Terminal (both EPS and grid sides) 10 pcs Fireproof mud 2 pcs Antenna...
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Unpacking and Inspection Table 5-2 Packing list Item No. Items Quantity Expansion box 1 pc Cable clamp 1 pc Hexalobular screw 4 pcs Hexalobular key 1 pc Communication cable (4000 mm) (Ø5 mm 1 pc (High-voltage box to inverter of the slave cabinet) Positive power cable (2300 mm) (Ø11 mm 1 pc (Connect high-voltage box in the master cabinet to the inverter)
Unpacking and Inspection Inverter Unpacking 5.2.1 Unpacking • The inverter undergoes 100% testing and inspection before shipping from the manufacturing facility. However, transport damage may still occur. Before unpacking the inverter, please check the outer packing materials for damage, such as holes and cracks. •...
Mechanical Installation After determining the installation site, please take out the required underground cables. WARNING! • Avoid installing, operating and maintaining the device or cables outdoors under severe weather conditions such as lightning, rain or snow. • The device must be installed by professionals in accordance with local regulations and standards.
Mechanical Installation Battery Cabinet Installation Dimensions 1220 Unit: mm Installation position for eye bolt Fork hole Angle support Foundation Plan view 1020 2300 2374 1140 Left view Right view Front view Figure 6-3 Appearance and dimension (without inverter)
Mechanical Installation Cabinet Removal from Wooden Pallet Operators needs to remove the cabinet from the wooden pallet before lifting it. Please following the steps below to remove it. Step 1: The covers on the forklift holes shall be removed. There are two covers, with 8 screws.
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Mechanical Installation Step 3: Use a forklift or crane to remove the cabinet from the wooden pallet. Figure 6-3 Removing cabinet NOTICE! • If operators want to use a crane to remove the cabinet, the eye bolts must be installed. See “6.3.1 Hoisting”.
Mechanical Installation Battery Cabinet Handling NOTICE! • There are two ways to move a cabinet: using a crane or a forklift. Please refer to “3.1.1 Battery Cabinet Transportation” for related handling precautions. 6.3.1 Hoisting NOTICE! When hoisting: • Temporary warning signs or fences should be set up in the hoisting area, and only the qualified persons can access it.
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Mechanical Installation Step 2: Insert and clockwise the eye bolts (M20) (Part C) (with a total of 4 eye bolts). Steel pipe (Ø25-30 mm) Silicone gasket Plan view Figure 6-5 Tightening eye bolts NOTICE! • Put the silicone gaskets in place before inserting the eye bolts. •...
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Mechanical Installation α ≤ 60°; β > 60° < 850 mm (a,b,c,d) β α Figure 6-7 Improper way of hoisting NOTICE! • Before lifting, please prepare sufficient length of lifting ropes according to the actual situation. • L=Length...
Mechanical Installation 6.3.2 Forklift NOTICE! • When using a forklift to move the cabinet, please secure it according to the actual situation to ensure that the cabinet does not pose a risk of tipping over. Right view Left view Figure 6-8 Right positions Front view Rear view Figure 6-9 Wrong positions...
Mechanical Installation Installation Procedure for Angle Support and Cover NOTICE! • The angle supports delivered with the cabinet are required to be installed. Step 1: After determining the installation position of the cabinet, unscrew the M12 screws from the cabinet, with a total of 8 screws. Figure 6-10 Unscrewing M12 screws Step 2: Attach the angle supports (Part D) to the cabinet, insert M12 screws to secure the supports using a torque wrench, and draw a circle on the bottom of the angle...
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Mechanical Installation Step 3: Remove the angle supports, drill holes at the previously marked positions (drill bit: Ø18 mm; hole depth: 95~105 mm). After drilling, clean the foundation surface with a vacuum cleaner. Ø18 mm 95~105 mm 90° Figure 6-12 Drilling holes NOTICE! •...
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Mechanical Installation Step 5: Use a rubber hammer to drive the M12 expansion bolts (Part E) into the foundation screw holes, and then tighten them clockwise with a torque wrench (M12) (torque: 42±4.2 N·m). Cabinet Cabinet 42±4.2 N·m Figure 6-14 Tightening expansion bolts Step 6: Reinstall covers to seal the forklift hole and tighten the screws (M5) (torque: 3±0.3 N·m).
Mechanical Installation Inverter Installation WARNING! • Only the qualified personnel can perform the mechanical installation following the local standards and requirements. CAUTION! • Always be aware of the weight of the inverter. Personal injuries may result if the inverter is lifted improperly or dropped while being transported or mounted. •...
Mechanical Installation 6.5.1 Inverter Installation Dimensions Check the dimensions of the wall mounting bracket before mounting and reserve sufficient space for heat dissipation and installation of the whole system. Figure 6-18 Dimensions (Unit: mm) Ø16 616.0 662.0 Figure 6-19 Dimensions 2 (Unit: mm)
Mechanical Installation 6.5.2 Installation Procedures Step 1: Confirm the four holes for the position of the mounting bracket on the battery cabinet. Figure 6-20 Confirming the position of the mounting bracket Step 2: Take out the mounting bracket (Part A2) from the carton. Attach the mounting bracket on the battery cabinet.
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Mechanical Installation Step 4: Remove the carton, loosen and pull out the M10 screws on the sides of the inverter with a flat-head screwdriver. Tighten the two eye bolts (Part L2) on the two sides of the inverter and tie them with a sling. Lift up the inverter with a crane and hang the device on the mounting bracket.
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Mechanical Installation Figure 6-24 Hooking the inverter on the bracket NOTICE! • When the inverter is lifted up from the carton or the inverter is close to the mounting bracket, use hands to adjust the inverter position to prevent any damage to the inverter.
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Mechanical Installation NOTICE! • After removing the eye bolts from the inverter, keep them in a safe place. They are needed when the inverter is relocated or disassembled. Step 6: Secure the inverter to the mounting bracket with M5*50 screws (Part B2). (Torque: 2±0.2 N·m) M5*50 screw 2±0.2 N·m...
Mechanical Installation Antenna Installation NOTICE! • The user can decide whether the reserved port connects an antenna based on the actual situation. • Regarding the other antenna port (the right one), the antenna is delivered with the accessories kit. • The antenna shall be installed after finishing installation of the inverter. There are two antenna ports in the cabinet.
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Mechanical Installation Step 3: Fold it up 90°. Figure 6-29 Folding up After installing the antenna, see following figure. The reserved Antenna antenna port Left view Right view Figure 6-30 Installing an antenna...
Electrical Connection NOTICE! • Before wiring, operators are required to learn which parts need to be conducted wiring. For details, please refer to Figure 7-1. Part b GRID BAT+ Part c Part e BAT- Part f Part d Part a Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring...
Electrical Connection Grounding Connection Regarding the PE connection, namely Part a in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, please strictly follow the steps below. Step 1: Strip the cable jacket about 15 mm to 20 mm from the end. 20 mm TLK35-8 ring terminal 16 mm²...
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Electrical Connection Figure 7-4 Crimping and heating Step 4: Unscrew the M12 screw, and then connect the assembled grounding cable to the grounding port of the battery module, and then tighten M12 screw (torque: 42±2 N·m). Figure 7-5 Unscrewing M12 screw 42±2 N·m Figure 7-6 Tightening M12 screw NOTICE!
Electrical Connection Inverter Electrical Connection DANGER! • Before electrical connection, make sure the DC switches and AC breakers are disconnected. Otherwise, electrical shock may be caused by high voltage, resulting in serious personal injury or death. WARNING! • Only the qualified personnel can perform the electrical connection following the local standards and requirements.
Electrical Connection Table 7-1 Description of terminals Decisive Item Description voltage class DC switch (including DC switch 1 and DC switch 2) COM 1 communication terminal DVC-A (including Parallel-1, Parallel-2, BMS-1, BMS-2, RS485, DRM) COM 2 communication terminal DVC-A (including Ripple control, DIO , Meter/CT) PV connection terminal (PV1~PV5 terminals for X3-AELIO-50K;...
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Electrical Connection recommended to use a Type-A RCD with the value of 300 mA. When required by local regulations, the use of an RCD type B is permitted. • AC breaker requirement » An AC breaker that matches the power of the inverter must be connected between the inverter output and the power grid, and each inverter must be equipped with an independent breaker or other load disconnection unit to ensure the safe disconnection from the grid.
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Electrical Connection Wiring procedures NOTICE! The Grid and EPS cables of the inverter outlet from the battery cabinet from the Grid and EPS port of part f in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, please strictly follow the steps below. Step 1: Anti-clockwise loosen the swivel nut and pull out the sealing plugs to disassemble the AC connector (Part O2) as below.
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Electrical Connection Step 3: Secure the L1, L2, L3, N and grounding conductors of the assembled Grid cable with M6 screws. (Torque: 5.0± 1 N·m) Make sure the conductors are correctly assigned and firmly seated in the terminals. 5±1 N·m Figure 7-10 Connecting the Grid cable Step 4: Secure the L1, L2, L3, N conductors of the assembled EPS cable with M6 screws (Part Q2).
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Electrical Connection Step 5: Connect the assembled AC connector to the AC port of the inverter, tighten the two M4*12 screws (Part R2 ) on the AC connector enclosure (Torque: 1.5±0.3 N·m) and tighten the swivel nuts clockwise. M4*12 1.5±0.3 N·m Figure 7-12 Securing the AC connector on the inverter Figure 7-13 Well connected AC connector DANGER!
Electrical Connection 7.2.3 PV Connection DANGER! • High DC voltage will be generated by PV modules when exposed to sunlight. Death or lethal injuries will occur due to electric shock. • Make sure the DC switch and AC breaker are disconnected from the inverter before connection.
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Electrical Connection Wiring procedures Step 1: Strip approx. 7 mm of the cable insulation. Figure 7-14 Striping the PV cable Step 2: Insert the stripped cable into the PV pin contact (Part I2 and Part J2). Ensure that the stripped cable and the PV pin contact are of the same polarity. Crimp it with a crimping tool for PV terminal.
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Electrical Connection Step 3: Thread the PV cable through the swivel nut and insert the cable into the PV connector until a "Click" is heard. Gently pull the cable backward to ensure a firm connection. Tighten the swivel nut clockwise. Verify that the PV connectors have the correct polarity before connection.
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! • If the voltage reading is negative, it indicates an incorrect DC input polarity. Please check if the wiring connections on the multimeter is correct or PV connectors are not mistakenly connected. Step 5: Remove the PV terminal caps and connect the assembled PV connectors to corresponding terminals until there is an audible "Click".
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Electrical Connection Step 6: Seal the unused positive and negative PV terminals with corresponding PV dustproof buckles (Part S2 and Part T2). Reinstall them immediately after removing the connectors from terminals. Figure 7-22 Installing PV dustproof buckles Step 7: Secure the PV cables to the bracket with cable ties. Figure 7-23 Well connected PV cables...
Electrical Connection 7.2.4 Battery Power Cable Connection DANGER! • Make sure the breaker of battery is in OFF position. • Always ensure correct polarity. Never reverse the polarity of the battery cables as this will result in inverter damage. Requirements for battery connection •...
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Electrical Connection Step 2: Pull the cable support sleeve over the battery cables and then the swivel nut to the enclosure. Tighten the swivel nut. Figure 7-25 Tightening the battery connector Step 3: Loosen the screws on the battery protective cover and remove the cover. Pull out the battery caps.
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Electrical Connection Figure 7-27 Removing battery caps Step 4: Connect the assembled battery connectors to corresponding terminals until there is an audible "Click". The BAT+ on the string side must be connected to the BAT+ on the inverter side, and the BAT– on the string side must be connected to the BAT–...
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Electrical Connection Figure 7-29 Well connected battery cables WARNING! • Seal the unused battery terminals with original terminal caps. • Keep the terminal caps in a safe place if battery cables are connected to the inverter. • Reinstall it immediately after removing the connectors from terminals. NOTICE! •...
Electrical Connection 7.2.5 COM 1 Communication Connection Pin assignment of COM 1 terminal The COM 1 teriminal is used for cabinet and inverter communication via PARALLEL 1 communication terminal, parallel connection via PARALLEL 1 and PARALLEL 2 terminal, battery communication via BMS-1 and BMS-2 terminal, external device communication via RS485 and DRM function.
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! The EMS communication cable and BMS communication cable outlet from the COM 1 port of part e in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, please plug the EMS communication cable into PARALLEL 1 of COM1, plug the BMS communication cable into BMS 1 of COM1.
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Electrical Connection cable support sleeve and connector enclosure in sequence. Figure 7-32 Threading the cables with RJ45 terminal » Method 2: If your network cable is not connected to an RJ45 terminal, you will need to assemble the cable before proceeding. Thread the cables without RJ45 terminal through the swivel nut, cable support sleeve, and connector enclosure in sequence.
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! • Use network cable tester to test the crimped cable before connecting to the inverter. Step 4: Install the network cables with a crimped RJ45 terminal to PARALLEL 1 and Parallel -2 of cable clamp (Part C2) according to the labeling. Figure 7-35 Installing the cable to the cable clamp Step 5: Connect the assembled connector to COM 1 terminal.
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Electrical Connection 1.2 ± 0.1 N·m Figure 7-37 Securing the connector BMS communication connection Through BMS-1 and BMS-2 communication terminal, the inverter can be connected to two AELIO-B100 battery cabinet. • BMS wiring procedure Step 1: Loosen the screws on the COM 1 terminal. Pinch the tabs on the sides of the COM1 connector enclosure and pull it at the same time to remove it.
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Electrical Connection Step 6: Secure the assembled connector on COM 1 terminal. Install the connector enclosure back into the COM 1 terminal. Install the cable support sleeve into the enclosure. Tighten M3 screw to secure it. (Torque: 1.2± 0.1 N·m) Clockwise tighten the swivel nut to finish the COM 1 wiring connection.
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Electrical Connection Remove Figure 7-40 Disassembling the connector Step 3: Thread the cables without RJ45 terminal through the swivel nut, cable support sleeve, and connector enclosure in sequence. Strip approx. 15 mm of the cable insulation. Figure 7-41 Threading the cables and striping the insulation Step 4: Insert the stripped section into the RJ45 terminal.
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Electrical Connection Step 5: Install the network cable of the crimped RJ45 terminal to RS485 of cable fixture according to the labeling. Figure 7-43 Installing RJ45 terminal to the cable fixture Step 6: Connect the assembled connector to COM 1 terminal. Make sure the cable fixture tongue is well inserted into the slot of terminal.
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Electrical Connection DRM connection (applicable to AS/NZS 4777) According to AS/NZS 4777, the inverter needs to support the function of demand response mode (DRM). With the use of an external control box, active or reactive power regulation can be realized in a timely and fast manner, and the inverter can be operated stably during the process of regulation.
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Electrical Connection • DRM connection wiring procedure Step 1: Loosen the screws on the COM 1 terminal. Pinch the tabs on the sides of the COM 1 connector enclosure and pull it at the same time to remove it. Step 2: Anti-clockwise loosen the swivel nut and pull out the sealing plugs. Keep them still in the cable support sleeve if you choose not to connect the cable.
Electrical Connection 7.2.6 COM 2 Communication Connection Pin assignment of COM 2 terminal The COM 2 terminal is used for Meter/CT connection, ripple control and DIO function. Meter/CT Ripple control Table 7-4 Pin assignment of COM 2 terminal Pin assignment Meter/CT CT_R1_CON CT_S1_CON...
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Electrical Connection Pin assignment DIO port DO_1 DO_2 DI_1+ DI_1- DI_2+ DI_2- GND_COM EPSBOX_RELAY_VCC CT/Meter connection The inverter should work with an electric meter or current transformer (CT for short) to monitor household electricity usage. The electricity meter or CT can transmit the relevant electricity data to the inverter or platform.
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Electrical Connection CT_T2_CON For CT CT_S2_CON connection CT_R2_CON • CT/Meter wiring procedure Step 1: Loosen the screws on the COM 2 terminal. Pinch the tabs on the sides of the COM 2 connector enclosure and pull it at the same time to remove it. Figure 7-46 Disassembling the COM 2 terminal Step 2: Loosen the swivel nut and pull out the sealing plugs.
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Electrical Connection Step 3: Directly thread the cable through the swivel nut, cable support sleeve and connector enclosure in sequence. Figure 7-48 Threading the cable with RJ45 terminal NOTICE! • Use network cable tester to test the crimped cable before connection. Step 4: Connect the assembled communication cable into the COM 2 terminal.
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Electrical Connection Ripple control communication connection Ripple Control is a common form of grid management. Its communication is based on superimposing a very high frequency signal onto the 50 / 60 Hz mains power. The inverter supports to connect a digital signal source (e.g. ripple control receiver) to the digital input. •...
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Electrical Connection Step 2: Loosen the swivel nut and pull out the sealing plugs. Keep them still in the cable support sleeve if you choose not to connect the cable. Remove Figure 7-52 Disassembling the connector Step 3: Prepare two four-core signal cables. Thread the cables through the swivel nut, cable support sleeve, and connector enclosure in sequence.
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Electrical Connection Step 5: Connect the assembled communication cable into the COM 2 terminal. Lightly pull the cable backward to confirm tight insertion and then install the connector back. 1.2 ± 0.1 N·m Figure 7-55 Connecting to the inverter DIO communication connection DIO terminal is designed to support generator and system switch connection through dry contact.
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! • If there is strong interference in the surroundings, it is recommended to use shielding cables and ground the shielding layer of the cables through Pin 7. • System switch connection diagram DIO terminal System switch Pin 4 Pin 3 Communication Figure 7-56 System switch connection diagram...
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Electrical Connection Step 5: Connect the assembled communication cable into the COM 2 terminal. Lightly pull the cable backward to confirm tight insertion and then install the connector back. 1.2 ± 0.1 N·m Figure 7-58 Connecting to the inverter...
Electrical Connection EPS Connection Regarding the EPS connection, namely Part c in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, please strictly follow the steps below. NOTICE! • Take out the underground electrical wiring which is buried beneath the ground. • Regarding the terminal requirements, please refer to “14.1 Requirements for OT/DT/ Terminal”.
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Electrical Connection Step 2: Unscrew M4 screws, and remove the cover. There are totalling M4 screws (× 4). To thread EPS wire *To thread and grid wire communication wire Figure 7-60 Unscrewing M4 screws and removing cover Step 3: Strip the four-core cable about 350 mm to 450 mm. Strip the cable jacket (for L1/L2/L3/N) about 20 mm to 30 mm.
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! • It’s important to give the power cable a health check before stripping it. • It’s necessary to use controlled motion to strip the insulation down the wire, to prevent damage to the wires. • Make sure that the insulation layer has been stripped to a sufficient length so that the center conductor is fully exposed without any damage or nicks.
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Electrical Connection Step 5: Crimp the terminal using hydraulic wire crimper. Since the procedure for installing a terminal is same, take the L1 wire, for instance. Hydraulic wire crimper Figure 7-63 Crimping NOTICE! • Do not damage the conductor insulation while crimping. •...
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Electrical Connection Step 7: Thread EPS wire through the "yellow area" from the outside to the inside. Threading Figure 7-65 Threading EPS wires Step 8: Unscrew M5 screws using cross screwdriver to remove the metal cable cover. There are a total of three pieces of M5 screws. cable tie mount metal...
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Electrical Connection Step 9: Thread the EPS wire, recover the meal cable cover, and tighten the M5 screws (torque: 3±0.3 N·m). 3±0.3 N·m Figure 7-67 Threading EPS wire NOTICE! • Please check whether the pins are in holes properly. Step 10: Pull out terminal covers by pressing the buttons on both sides of the cover. Figure 7-68 Pulling out covers...
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Electrical Connection NOTICE! • Please keep the covers properly. Step 11: Unscrew the M8 screws using torque wrench, connect the assembled L1/L2/L3/N wires to the wire interface, and then tighten them (torque: 12±1 N·m). There are a total of 4 pieces of M8 screws. Figure 7-69 Unscrewing M8 screws 12±1 N·m Figure 7-70 Connecting EPS wire and tightening M8 screws...
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Electrical Connection Step 12: Fold along the creases to remove the sheet, and reinstall the terminal covers on L1/L2/L3/N ports. remove the sheet Figure 7-71 Reinstalling covers...
Electrical Connection Grid Connection Regarding the grid connection, namely Part d in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, please strictly follow the steps below. NOTICE! • Regarding the terminal requirements, please refer to “14.1 Requirements for OT/DT/ Terminal”. Step 1: Strip the five-core cable about 350 mm to 450 mm;...
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Electrical Connection way into the copper terminals (Part E). (Ø17-25 mm) 50-60 mm Heat shrink tubing Cable TLK35-8 ring Diameter Length (Ø10-15 mm) terminal L1/L2/L3/N Ø17-25 mm 50-60 mm 30-40 mm TLK16-8 ring Ø10-15 mm 30-40 mm terminal Figure 7-73 Cutting heat-shrink tubing Step 3: Crimp the terminal using hydraulic wire crimper.
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Electrical Connection Step 4: Heat the heat-shrink tubing after it wraps the end of terminal. Figure 7-75 Heating NOTICE! • Move the heat gun back and forth slowly to distribute the heat evenly across the surface of heat shrink tubing. Step 5: Thread Grid wire through the "yellow area"...
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Electrical Connection Step 6: Unscrew M5 screws to open the shroud clamp. Figure 7-77 Opening clamp Step 7: Run the grid wire through the clamp, and then insert and tighten M5 screws (torque: 3±0.3 N·m N·m). 3±0.3 N·m Figure 7-78 Threading grid wires...
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Electrical Connection Step 8: Unscrew M5 screws to remove the cover. Figure 7-79 Removing cover NOTICE! • Please keep the M5 screws and cover properly. Step 9: Unscrew the M8 screws using torque wrench, connect the assembled L1/L2/L3/N wires to the wire interface, and then tighten them (torque: 12±1 N·m). Wire Screw Figure 7-80 Unscrewing M8 screws...
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Electrical Connection 12±1 N·m Figure 7-81 Tightening M8 screws Step 10: There are four M8 screws (a, b, c and d), and any one of them can be connected to the PE wire. Hence, unscrew a M8 screw using a torque wrench, connect the assembled PE wire to the copper bar, and then tighten it (torque: 12±1 N·m).
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Electrical Connection Step 11: Reattach the cover to the distribution box, and then correctly insert and tighten M5 screws (torque: 3±0.3 N·m). Cover 3±0.3 N·m Figure 7-83 Reattaching cover Step 12: Lay the fireproof mud (Part K) to plug the cable threading holes in the cabinet. Fireproof mud Figure 7-84 Laying fireproof mud NOTICE!
Electrical Connection Reserved Wire Interface The Part b in “Figure 7-1 Parts that need wiring”, the reserved wire interfaces, is reserved for users to connect to other devices. The requirements for the acceptable cables are shown as the following table. Table 7-1 Requirements for acceptable cables Cross-section CSA of cable...
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Electrical Connection Step 2: Attach the large cable cover (Part A) to the cabinet, and insert and tighten the M6 hexalobular screws by using a hexalobular key (Part F). Figure 7-86 Attaching large cable cover Step 3: Attach the small cable cover (Part B) to the cabinet, and insert and tighten the M6 hexalobular screws by using a hexalobular key.
System Commissioning Checking before Power-on Ensure that all the cables connecting to the EPS and distribution box (grid side) are wired and securely fastened. For details, please refer to the following Table. Table 8-1 Checklist Item Description • Check the device is in good condition, with a clean, non- Device peeling paint, and rust-free surface.
System Commissioning Item Description Copper bars in the battery • Check to make sure the copper bars are not deformed. pack • Check the distribution box's switch is "OFF". Button/Switch • Check the battery packs' switches are "OFF". • All the DC breakers and AC breakers are "OFF" Power ON Regarding the detailed location of the modules in the cabinet, please refer to “Figure 2-5...
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System Commissioning GRID OUT Power MCCB-Feedback SPD-Feedback Emergency stop control HV AC Power IO-DI1 IO-GND IO-DI4 IO-GND EPO-23 IO-D06+ EPO-24 IO-D06- 220V AC Power L 220V AC Power N 24V DC Power + 24V DC Power - UPS- UPS- PLDA PLDA DC+ DC+ W SD...
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System Commissioning » Flip up "UPS breaker (UPS)". E P S Wi-BR APS2 X S 1 X S 2 EPS area Figure 8-4 Performing on EPS area E P S Figure 8-5 Flipping up EPS breaker APS2 Figure 8-6 Flipping up UPS and APS2 breaker...
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System Commissioning Step 3: The startup sound on boot will be heard when holding and pressing the "Power on/off" button to start the UPS. Power on/off Menu Figure 8-7 Holding and pressing button Step 4: Rotate the disconnector of the high-voltage box to "ON", and then gently press the power button.
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System Commissioning Step 5: Close the door after the equipment has been started. Figure 8-9 Closing the door NOTICE! • Please properly keep the key. Step 6: Start the inverter. Turn on the AC breakers and check whether the LCD screen lights on. »...
System Commissioning Set System ON/OFF as ON status on the inverter screen, and the LCD displays waiting status. When the photovoltaic panels generate enough power or the battery supplies power, the inverter will start automatically. The inverter will go Waiting, Checking and Normal status in sequence.
System Commissioning Operation of Lockable DC Switch (for Australia Version Only) NOTICE! • The Australian version DC switch is a lockable DC switch to prevent accidental switching on during maintenance, the lock needs to be prepared by the user. The lockable DC switch includes 3 states: ON, OFF, and OFF+Lock. The DC switch is in the OFF state by default.
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System Commissioning • Turn off the DC switch: rotate the DC switch from ON state to OFF state. • Lock the DC switch Rotate the DC switch to OFF state, then rotate the DC switch to the left side; Push the position indicated by the arrow upward (as shown in the diagram below).
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System Commissioning • Unlock the DC switch Remove the lock. (If any); Push the position indicated by the arrow down (as shown in the diagram below); Wait for it to return to OFF state.
System Configuration Operation on Inverter LCD NOTICE! • This section only describes the essential operations of the inverter LCD, for more details please refer to the X3-AELIO Series User Manual. 9.1.1 Introduction of Control Panel Operating indicator light Timely output power Power Today’s energy Today...
System Configuration 9.1.2 Introduction of Menu Interface System ON/OFF Mode Select System Status Parallel Status Menu History Data Setting About NOTICE! This section only introduces the necessary inverter related LCD operations after the system is powered on, for the complete operations on inverter LCD, please refer to the X3-AELIO Series User Manual 9.1.3 Setting...
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System Configuration • Setting Language This inverter provides multiple languages for customers to choose, such as English, Deutsch, Francais, Polskie, Espanol, Português. The default language is English. =====User Setting===== ======Language====== Date & Time >Select: >Language English EPS Mute Advance setting Setting path: Menu>Setting>Advance Setting NOTICE! Property losses or system damage due to unauthorized access to adjustable...
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System Configuration • Setting Export Control This function allows the inverter to control the amount of electricity output to the grid. The User Value set here must be less than the maximum value. If the user does not want to supply power to the grid, set User Value to "0".
System Configuration 9.1.4 Inverter Screen Cover Installation After the inverter is well installed on the wall or on the cabinet, all cables are wired on the inverter, the process of powering on and powering off is checked and all necessary Settings are set on the inverter LCD screen, the inverter screen cover should be installed.
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System Configuration Step 2: Here is the well installed inverter screen cover. Figure 9-4 Well installed screen cover...
System Configuration EMS Setup NOTICE! • This section only describes the essential operations of the system, for more details please refer to the EMS1000 User Manual. After successful commissioning, the operator can set up the EMS. Step 1: Gently and correctly guide the key (Part R) into the keyhole, and then turn it clockwise to unlock the screen door.
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System Configuration user 123456 Figure 9-7 Logging in to the screen Step 3: Tap Data to view EMS Registration No., and then tap Log out. The EMS Registration No. is a new password. Table 9-3 Admin account information Username Password Admin EMS Registration No.
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System Configuration Figure 9-9 Logging out Step 4: Sign in an admin account from the login page. admin ********** Figure 9-10 Signing in an admin account NOTICE! • Please pay attention to the case when entering your password.
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System Configuration Step 5: Tap Device > Device > Add device to add an inverter. Figure 9-11 Adding devices Step 6: Set Device type, COM method, COM port, Connected device qty, address allocation, and then tap Confirm. In the meantime, a pop-up will show up automatically.
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System Configuration NOTICE! • If the device connects in parallel, the number in the "Connected device qty" column shall be based on the actual quantity of inverters. After the inverter is successfully added, the inverter and the meter that it is bound to will be displayed on the device list.
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System Configuration Figure 9-15 Pairing devices successfully Step 8: Tap Save and Pre-check to save the pairing results. Figure 9-16 Save pairing...
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System Configuration Step 9: On the pairing confirmation pop-up, tap Confirm. The device list will be refreshed and displayed in architecture. Confirm Figure 9-17 Confirming pairing If it fails to pair the inverter, please check whether the baud rate of the inverter is correct. Step 1: Tap Setting, and then tap RS-485 Settings.
System Configuration Third Party EMS NOTICE! • The third party EMS can be installed based on the users' own wishes. To successfully connect to the third party EMS, the user needs to: Step 1: Strip the cable jacket about 15 mm down from the end, as well as the other end. Figure 9-19 Stripping cable jacket Step 2: Carefully insert the wires all the way into the RJ45 connector, making sure that each wire passes through the appropriate guides inside the connector.
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System Configuration Step 4: Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the NET3 or NET4 port of the EMS. For details, please see the following table. NET3 Figure 9-22 Inserting Ethernet cable Table 9-5 Third party EMS configuration Port Mode of connection Circumstance •...
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System Configuration Step 5: Open the cover of the slotted type cable trunking in the cabinet to thread the cable, and then reattach the covers. open the cover slotted type cable trunking Figure 9-23 Opening covers Cabinet (or master cabinet) Third party To thread...
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System Configuration Step 6: Reattach the front panels to the cabinets, and then tighten M5 screws. (torque: 3±0.3 N·m) 3±0.3 N·m Figure 9-25 Reattaching front panel Step 7: After finishing all the cables connection, please close the cabinet door. NOTICE! •...
10 SolaXCloud App 10.1 Introduction of SolaXCloud SolaxCloud is an intelligent management platform for home energy, which integrates energy efficiency monitoring, device management, data security communication and other integrated capabilities. While managing your home energy device, it helps you optimize the efficiency of electricity consumption and improve the revenue of power generation.
SolaXCloud App 10.2.2 Operation on the SolaXCloud App For instructions on the related operations, see the online documents on the SolaXCloud App. Figure 10-2 Online help on SolaXCloud NOTICE! • The screen shots in this chapter correspond to the SolaXCloud App V6.4.1, which might change with version update and should be subject to the actual situations.
11 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 11.1 Power Off NOTICE! • Check whether the system is still running before power off. Do not power off if the device is "under load". • If there are two cabinets connected in series, please power off the master cabinet, and then the slave cabinet.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Step 2: Open the door. 130° Figure 11-2 Opening the door Step 3: Perform operations on the EPS area. » Flip down EPS breaker; » Flip down "breaker for maintenance (APS2)"; » Flip down "UPS breaker (UPS)". E P S Wi-BR APS2...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance E P S Figure 11-4 Flipping down EPS breaker APS2 Figure 11-5 Flipping down UPS and APS2 breaker Step 4: Gently press the power button, and rotate the disconnector of the high-voltage box to "OFF". High-voltage box Figure 11-6 Shutting down the high-voltage box...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Step 5: Hold and press the "Power on/off" button to power off the UPS. Power on/off Menu Figure 11-7 Holding and pressing button Step 6: Shut down the distribution box. » Flip down the "auxiliary power breaker of high-voltage box (APS1)"; »...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance HVAC APS1 SPD MCB Figure 11-9 Flipping down breakers Switch Figure 11-10 Rotating switch WARNING! • The device may still have power and heat after turning off, which may cause electric shock and personal injuries. Therefore, please allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes and wear PPE before conducting maintenance.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Emergency Power Off WARNING! • Do not press the emergency stop button except for emergencies. • Some modules inside the cabinet may still have power after pressing the emergency stop button, therefore, non-professionals are not allowed to operate them. Step 1: Rotate the cover Step 2: Press the emergency stop button.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 11.2 Troubleshooting 11.2.1 Battery Cabinet Troubleshooting This section lists the possible problems with the equipment, and provides information and procedures for identifying and resolving them. In case of any errors, check for the warnings or error messages on the system control panel or App, and then refer to the suggestions below.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Facult Description and Diagnosis HVBOver_4 Overvoltage category IV of total voltage • The charging current is limited to 0 A. If the relay does not receive a power-off instruction from the inverter, it will be turned off forcefully after 3 seconds. •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Facult Description and Diagnosis TLineFlt_4 Temperature sampling fault level 4 • The charging current is limited to 0 A. If the relay does not receive a power-off instruction from the inverter, it will be turned off forcefully after 3 seconds. •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Facult Description and Diagnosis OCOMFault External communication fault • Do not power on, and the charging current is limited to 0 A. If the relay does not receive a power-off instruction from the inverter, it will be turned off forcefully after 1 second.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Facult Description and Diagnosis SOCLowFlt Low SOC • Check if the device is running out of power. • Or contact SolaX for help. PreChgFailFlt External short-circuit fault • The charging current is limited to 0 A. If the relay does not receive a power-off instruction from the inverter, it will be turned off forcefully after 1 second.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 11.2.2 Inverter Troubleshooting This section contains information and procedures for resolving possible problems with the inverter, and provides the troubleshooting tips to identify and solve most problems that may occur. Please check the warning or fault information on the system control panel or on the App and read the suggested solutions below when error occurs.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis Battery voltage fault • Check if the battery input voltage is within normal IE 07 Bat Volt Fault range • Or contact SolaX for help. Grid voltage out of range in the last 10 minutes. •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis On-grid mode overload fault • Shutdown the high-power device and press the IE 17 Overload Fault ESC key to restart the inverter. • Or contact SolaX for help if it can not return to normal.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis EPS(Off-grid) relay fault • Disconnect PV+ ,PV-, grid and batteries and IE 29 EPS Relay reconnect. • Or contact SolaX for help if it can not return to normal. PV direction fault •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis CT Fault • Check if the CT is working properly IE 107 CT Fault • Or contact SolaX for help if it can not return to normal. Meter Fault • Check if the meter is working properly IE 109 Meter Fault •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis BMS1_HVBOver Battery Error - Total Voltage Overvoltage Fault BE 04 • Please contact SolaX for help. BMS2_HVBOver BMS1_HVBLow Battery Error - Total Voltage Undervoltage Fault BE 05 • Please contact SolaX for help. BMS2_HVBLow BMS1_TempOver Over temperature in battery system...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis BMS1_AFECom Battery Error - Battery AFE communication Fault BE 18 • Please contact SolaX for help. BMS2_AFECom BMS1_InvCom Battery Error - Extranet Communication Fault BE 19 • Please contact SolaX for help. BMS2_InvCom BMS1_MidCom Battery Error - Intermediate Network Communica-...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Code Fault Descriptions and Diagnosis BMS1_BatLinker Battery Error - Internal contact point Abnormally BE 32 high in the battery BMS2_BatLinker • Please contact SolaX for help. BMS1_Fan Battery Error - Fan Fault BE 33 • Check if the foreign objects stuck in the fan. BMS2_Fan •...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 11.3 Maintenance Regular maintenance is required for the device. The table below lists the operational maintenance for expressing the optimum device performance. More frequent maintenance service is needed in the worse work environment. Please make records of the maintenance. WARNING! •...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Check Item Description Interval Time • Check whether the fan of the inverter is running normally • Check the appearance of the inverter for Inverter Every 6 months damage or deformation. • Check whether there is any abnormal noise during operation.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance NOTICE! The system must be shut down before perform the following maintenance. Table 11-3 Power off routine maintenance list Check Item Description Interval Time • Check whether the power cables are fastened securely. If not, please tighten them again according to the torque written in the document.
12 D i s p o s i n g o f t h e Wa s t e d a n d Damaged Battery Pack and Inverter 12.1 Disposing of the Wasted and Damaged Battery Pack Regarding the wasted or damaged battery packs, SolaX will not recycle them. Therefore, users can contact a recycling agency to dispose of them.
13 Technical Data DC side Model AELIO-P50B100 AELIO-P60B100 Max. PV input power [kW] Max. PV input voltage [V] 1000 1000 Start output voltage [V] Rated input voltage [V] MPPT voltage range [V] 160~950 160~950 No. of MPP trackers / Strings per MPP tracker...
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Technical Data Battery Model AELIO-P50B100 AELIO-P60B100 Battery type LiFePO4 Rated battery capacity [kWh] Rated battery voltage [V] 358.4 Battery voltage range [V] 280~408.8 Discharge depth [%] Rated charge/discharge current [A] Max charge/discharge current [A] 160 (80 × 2) General parameter...
14 Appendix 14.1 Requirements for OT/DT/TO Terminal For different types of cables, select proper terminals and additional components for connection. CAUTION! • Do not connect the aluminum wiring terminal directly to the terminal block or copper bar in case of electrochemical corrosion, which might affect the reliability of cable connection.
Appendix 14.2 How to Repaint the Cabinet Check the paint damage on the surface of the cabinet, with details below: • For light scratches or small areas of stubborn stains, please see “14.2.1 Light Scratches & Small Areas of Stubborn Stains” to treat them.
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Appendix Repainting procedure Step 1: Gently sand the scratched area with a fine sandpaper to remove rust and stains on the surface. Fine sandpaper Figure 14-1 Sanding the scratched area Step 2: Moisten a cotton cloth with anhydrous ethanol, wipe the scratched area with it to remove dust and dirt, and then use a dry cotton cloth to wipe the area dry.
Appendix Hairbrush Spray paint Figure 14-3 Applying paint Step 4: After completing applying the paint, wait for around 30 minutes for the paint to get dry, and then check whether the repaired area meets the requirements. NOTICE! • The color of the repaired area shall be consistent with the surrounding area. »...
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Appendix Tool/Material Tool/Material Paint sprayer (for large areas of deep scratches and stubborn stains) Repainting procedure Step 1: Gently sand the scratched area with a fine sandpaper to remove rust and stains on the surface. Fine sandpaper Figure 14-4 Sanding the scratched area Step 2: Moisten a cotton cloth with anhydrous ethanol, wipe the scratched area with it to remove dust and dirt, and then use a dry cotton cloth to wipe the area dry.
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Appendix Step 3: Use a paint spray to apply the zinc-rich primer to the scratched area. NOTICE! • If the steel substrate is visible on the scratched area, the zinc-rich primer must be applied first to entirely cover the substrate. •...
Appendix 14.2.3 Logo & Pattern damaged, Dents or Dings In this case, we recommend contacting a local spray painting company for customized treatment based on the actual conditions. Table 14-4 Damage extent and recommended solution No . Damaged Area Recommended Solution Use a poly-putty base to fix the dents and dings first, •...
Appendix 14.3 Micro-grid Application 14.3.1 Introduction of Micro-grid Application Due to Islanding Effect, on-grid inverter is unable to work during off-grid. This characteristic makes user losing the on-grid inverter PV energy when off-grid. Micro-grid is the function that making hybrid inverter simulate the grid to active on-grid inverter during off-grid by connecting on-grid inverter to hybrid inverter's EPS terminal.
Appendix 14.3.3 Working Modes Grid on • When PV is sufficient, the hybrid and on-grid inverters power the general and critical loads together. When there is surplus energy on the on-grid inverter, it will also charge the battery connected to the hybrid inverter. •...
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Appendix Grid off In this case, the hybrid inverter will simulate the grid so as to make the on-grid inverter can still work. Hybrid and on-grid inverter will power the EPS loads together. If there is surplus energy, it will charge the battery. On-grid inverter CLOUD Meter...
Appendix 14.3.4 Cable Connection (Hybrid inverter) Please refer to “CT/Meter connection” for Grid and EPS connection on X3-AELIO series inverter. 14.3.5 Cable Connection (On-grid Inverter) Please connect the AC cable of on-grid inverter to the EPS terminal of X3-AELIO series inverter through a circuit breaker.
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Appendix NOTICE! • If one-to-two adapter for RJ45 terminal is used, it should be placed in a waterproof enclosure. • Pin defition Table 14-5 Pin defition for meter and CT Application For CT1 For meter For CT2 METER METER Assignment _485A _485B •...
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Appendix ② For CT and meter 2 solution (CT for grid connection, Meter 2 for EPS connection) Select and enter the Meter/CT Setting according the setting path. Select and enable the CT function, select the CT. You can check the connection status in Meter/CT Check.
Appendix 14.4 CT/Meter Connection Scenarios X3-AELIO inverter series can be connected to a single batch of CTs, a direct-connected meter, or a CT-connected meter, and also supports a Meter 2 function for you to monitor another power generation device at home. Followings are the detailed wiring and setting procedures of these scenarios.
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Appendix Inverter COM2 Grid terminal terminal L2 L3 N Load Inverter Grid L line Grid Figure 14-11 System wiring with CT NOTICE! • The arrow on the CT must point at the public grid. • Markings on the CTs might be R, S and T or L1, L2 and L3. Make sure to clip CT-R/CT- L1 to the L1 wire, CT-S/CT-L2 to the L2 wire, and CT-T/CT-L3 to the L3 wire.
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Appendix Wiring procedure Step 1: Clip CT_L1, CT_L2 and CT_L3 respectively onto the L1, L2 and L3 cables of the grid. Make sure the arrow on the CTs is pointing to the grid side from the inverter. CT_L1 Grid Inverter CT_L2 CT_L3 Figure 14-12 Clipping CTs to grid cables...
Appendix 14.4.2 Connection of Direct-connected Meter NOTICE! • The following figures take inverter with Meter DTSU666 as an example. • Please make PE connection for Meter if the meter has ground terminal. • Meter connection diagram Inverter Grid terminal L2 L3 N Load Grid Figure 14-15 System wiring with direct-connected meter...
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Appendix Meter terminal definition Table 14-6 Terminal defintion of SolaX direct-connected meter Terminal No. Definition Description Voltage input terminal of phase A, B and C, respectively 1, 4, 7 UA*, UB*, UC* connected to L1, L2 and L3 wire Voltage output terminal of the three phases, respectively 3, 6, 9 UA, UB, UC connected to L1, L2 and L3 wire...
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Appendix Step 3: Connect the conductors to terminal 24 and 25 of the meter. Figure 14-18 Connecting inverter to meter Setting procedure After connecting meter to the inverter, set parameters of the meter on the inverter. Step 1: Select Advance Settings > Meter/CT Setting. Step 2: Enable Meter, and then set Meter1Addr to 1 and Meter1 Direction to Positive.
Appendix 14.4.3 Connection of CT-connected Meter NOTICE! • The following figures take inverter with Meter DTSU666-CT as an example. • Please make PE connection for Meter if the meter has ground terminal. • The CTs referred to in this section are CTs that are delivered with the CT-connected meter.
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Appendix Meter terminal definition Table 14-7 Terminal defintion of SolaX CT-connected meter Terminal No. Definition Description Voltage input terminal of phase A, B and C 2, 5, 8 UA, UB, UC respectively connected to L1 L2 and L3 wire Connected to the N wire Current input terminal of the three phases, 1, 4, 7 IA*, IB*, IC*...
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Appendix Step 4: Strip 15 mm wire insulation off the other end of the communication cable. Figure 14-22 Stripping communication cable for meter Step 5: Connect the conductors to terminal 24 and 25 of the meter. Figure 14-23 Connecting inverter to meter Setting procedure After connecting CT to the inverter, set parameters for them on the inverter.
Appendix 14.4.4 Connection of Two Meters If you have another power generation device (such as an inverter) at home and wants to monitor both device, our inverter provides a Meter 2 Communication function to monitor the other power generation device. NOTICE! •...
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Appendix Inverter COM2 Grid terminal terminal RJ45 splitter adapter L2 L3 N Load Meter 2 Grid L2 L3 N Other power generatation equipment Figure 14-25 Connection diagram of CT and direct-connected meter...
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Appendix Inverter COM2 Grid terminal terminal Meter 1 RJ45 splitter adapter L2 L3 N Load Meter 2 Grid L2 L3 N Other power generatation equipment Figure 14-26 Connection diagram of two direct-connected meters...
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Appendix Wiring procedure Step 1: Follow the above steps to connect the meter, CT and inverter. Step 2: Connect the RJ45 terminals to the RJ45 splitter adapter. Setting procedure After connecting the CT and meter to the inverter, you need to set parameters on the inverter LCD before the they can work normally for the system.
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Appendix Related operation Setting Meter/CT Check • Installation Check: It is for checking whether the Meter/CT has been correctly connected. It is vital to the normal function of the whole system. Therefore, we recommend performing installation check after connecting the Meter/CT. Select Meter/CT Setting >...
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