Contents Information on this document 1.1 Validity 1.2 Target group 1.3 Additional information 1.4 Symbols in this document 1.5 Glossary 2 Safety 2.1 Intended use Qualified personnel 2.3 Safety instructions 2.4 Assembly warnings 2.5 Electrical connection warnings 2.6 Operation warnings 3 Product description 3.1 TL-XH2 overview...
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6 Electrical connections Safety precautions AC output wiring 6.3 Connecting the second protective conductor 6.4 Connecting the PV array 6.5 Connecting the battery 6.6 Connecting the signal cable 6.7 Grounding the inverter Active power control with a smart meter or a ripple control signal receiver 6.9 Connecting the COM port 6.10 Electric arc hazards...
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11 Trouble-shooting 11.1 Error messages displayed on OLED 11.2 System faults 11.3 Inverter warnings 11.4 Inverter faults 12 Warranty 13 Decommissioning 13.1 Removing the inverter 13.2 Packing the inverter 13.3 Storing the inverter 13.4 Disposing of the inverter 14 Technical data 14.1 Specifications 14.2 Information on the PV &...
Additional information on specific topics can be found in the download area at www.ginverter.com. Keep the documentation in a convenient place for further reference. Growatt shall not be liable for any damage caused by failure to observe the instructions. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. NOTICE Information that you must read and know to ensure optimal operation of the system. Information 1.4.2 Markings on this product Symbol Explanation Risk of electric shock Risk of fire Risk of burns due to hot surfaces Delayed discharge: High voltage exists after the device is powered off.
2.1 Intended Use The inverter converts the DC power generated by the PV modules to single-phase and grid-compliant AC power and feeds it to the electricity grid. The MIN 2500TL-XH2, MIN 3000TL-XH2, MIN 3600TL-XH2, MIN 4200TL-XH2, MIN 4600TL-XH2, MIN 5000TL-XH2, MIN 6000TL-XH2 inverters are designed and tested in accordance with international safety requirements.
Position Description PV modules DC load circuit breaker Inverter AC load circuit breaker Energy meter Utility grid DC load circuit breaker Battery matched with XH(P) inverter *Choose the DC isolator or the DC load circuit breaker according to local regulations and installation requirements.
2.3 Safety instructions The MIN TL-XH2 Inverters are designed and tested according to international safety requirements (IEC62109-1, CE, VDE-AR-N4105, CEI0-21, VDE0126-1-1, AS4777,etc.). As with all electrical devices, there are residual risks despite careful construction. Read this section carefully and observe all the safety precautions to avoid personal injury and device damage.
Persons with limited physical or mental abilities may only work with Ø the Growatt inverter following proper instruction and under constant supervision. Children are forbidden to play with the Growatt inverter. Ensure that the Growatt inverter is inaccessible to children. DANGER All electrical connections, such as connecting conductor terminals, Ø...
3 Product description 3.1 TL-XH2 overview Position Description Position Description Cover DPM Port AC output Ventilation valve OLED Touch button PV input + DC switch PV input - Battery input+ USB port Battery input- SYS COM port *The DC switch is not available for some Australian and UK models. **For EU and Australia only.
3.2 Type label The type label provides a unique identification of the inverter (The type of product, Device-specific characteristics, Certificates and approvals). It can be found on the left side of the enclosure.
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More details are shown in the chart below: MIN 2500 MIN 3000 MIN 3600 Model Name TL-XH2 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 Max input PV voltage 500V 500V 550V(600V AU) Max input PV current 16A/16A Startup voltage MPP voltage range 40~550V 40~550V 40~550V DC nominal input voltage 400V DC input voltage range...
100%. If storing multiple inverters, a maximum of four cartons can be stacked. Ø After long-term storage, a local installer or personnel of the Growatt service Ø department should perform a comprehensive test before installation. 3.5 Advantages of the unit Max.
4 Checking before installation Before delivery, every inverter undergoes rigorous testing and inspection to ensure proper electrical and mechanical functioning. Despite our best efforts to ensure safe transportation, it is still possible for transport damage to occur. In such cases, the responsibility falls on the shipping company.
Keep a distance of at least 20 cm from the inverter at all time. Ø Growatt assumes no responsibility for compliance to EMC Ø regulations for the entire system. All electrical installations must comply with the local and national electrical codes.
5.2 Selecting the installation location This section provides guidance for determining a proper installation position to Ø avoid device damage and personal injury. Select an installation position that is suitable for the weight and dimensions of the Ø inverter. Install the inverter in an appropriate place for the user's ease to view and operate on Ø...
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Recommended clearances for Recommended clearances for one inverter multiple inverters Ensure that there is enough space between each inverter to prevent the cooling air Ø of the neighboring inverter from being drawn in. If necessary, increase the clearances between the inverters and ensure sufficient Ø...
Do not install the inverter in a sealed enclosure. Ø 5.3 Mounting the inverter 5.3.1 Mounting the inverter with a bracket For safety reasons, avoid the water pipes and power cable buried in the wall when drilling holes. DANGER Fix the mounting bracket as the figure shows. The screws are not inserted flush to Ÿ...
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5.3.2 Fix the inverter on the wall To prevent personal injury caused by a falling inverter, ensure that the bracket is securely installed before mounting the inverter onto the mounting bracket. WARNING Lift the inverter slightly above the bracket. Keep balance when moving the inverter Ø...
Type A RCD breaker with a rating residual current of no less 300mA. For the AC breaker rating current, please refer to the table below: MIN 2500TL-XH2 16A/230V MIN 3000TL-XH2 16A/230V MIN 3600TL-XH2 20A/230V...
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AC wiring steps: 1.Disassemble the parts of the AC connector from the accessory bag. Pressure Seal ring Threaded Connection screw sleeve terminal Pressure screw Pressure Connection Seal ring and screw terminal Threaded sleeve 2.Route the exposed core wires through the pressure screw, seal ring and the threaded sleeve in sequence.
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3.Push the threaded sleeve into the socket. Tighten the cap on the terminal. 4.Finally, push or screw the threaded sleeve into connection terminal until both are locked tightly on the inverter. The Inverter Side Lock the housing The Inverter Side Lock the housing The Inverter Side Lock the housing...
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5.To remove the AC connector, press the bayonet out of the slot with a small screwdriver and pull it out, or unscrew the threaded sleeve,then pull it out. The Inverter Side The Inverter Side Unlock the housing The Inverter Side Unlock the housing The Inverter Side Unlock the housing...
6.3 Connecting the second protective conductor In some installation countries, a second protective conductor is required to prevent a touch current in the event of a malfunction in the original protective conductor. For installation countries falling within the scope of validity of the IEC standard 62109, you must install the protective conductor on the AC terminal with a conductor cross-section of at least 10 mm²Cu.
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If the inverter is not equipped with a DC switch but this is mandatory in the country of installation, install an external DC switch. The following limit values at the DC input of the inverter must not be exceeded: Types Max current PV2 Max current PV1 Max voltage...
6.5 Connecting to the battery 6.5.1 Battery connectors The MIN TL-XH2 single-phase inverter features one independent battery input: BAT+/BAT- connecting to the output of the battery. Notice that the connectors are paired (male and female connectors). The connectors for the battery and inverters are Helios H4-R/VP-D4connectors. 6.5.2 Connecting to the battery Danger to life due to high voltages! Before connecting to the battery, make sure to disconnect all power...
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Connection of BAT input terminals Positive metal Cable Positive connector terminal 4~6mm² 4~6mm² Negative metal Negative connector Cable terminal 6.5.3 Connecting to the battery pack The XH2 series inverters can be connected to the lithium-ion battery pack, which comes equipped with its own battery management system. The bidirectional DC/DC box can be connected to the battery pack through either an RS485 or CAN interface.
Improper connection or disconnection of the RS485 or CAN communication interface between the inverter and the lithium-ion battery pack can result in equipment malfunction or damage. CAUTION 6.6 Connecting the signal cable The inverter of this series has one 8-pin signal connector and one 16-Pin signal connector: one is the COM PORT connector, and the other is the SYS COM PORT connector.
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Step 2 Push the threaded sleeve into the socket. Tighten the cap on the terminal. Step 3 Push the threaded sleeve into the connection terminal until both are locked tightly on the inverter. The inverter side Removing the signal connector Step 1 Press the fasteners and pull it out of the inverter.
6.7 Grounding the inverter The inverter must be connected to the AC grounding conductor of the power distribution grid via the ground terminal (PE) . Due to the transformerless design, it is not allowed to ground the DC positive and negative poles of the PV array. WARNING 6.8 Active power control with a smart meter or a ripple control signal receiver...
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General Specifications Voltage AC (Un) 230V Voltage Range 176~276V AC Base Current (Ib) 0.1V AC Power consumption <2W/10VA Frequency 50/ 60Hz(±10%) AC voltage withstand 4KV for 1 minute Impulse voltage withstand 6KV-1.2uS waveform Overcurrent withstand 20Imax for 0.5s Pulse output 1 1000imp/kWh (default) 0.001(default) /0.01/0.1/1 kWh/kVArh Pulse output 2...
The following table illustrates the connection between the EASTRON meter (SDM120CT(40 mA) and the inverter: Meter Pin NO. Description Meter Connection CT-P(White) CT-input CT-N(Black or Blue) N-in Grid N L-in Grid L RS485B RS485B2 connects to SYS COM Pin 8 of the inverter RS485A RS485A2 connects to SYS COM Pin7 of the inverter 6.9 Connecting the COM port...
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6.9.1.2 DRM requirements Socket Asserted by Mode Requirements shorting pins DRM 0 Operate the disconnection device DRM 1 Do not consume active power DRM 2 Do not consume more than 50% of the rated power DRM 3 Do not consume more than 75% of the rated power DRM 4 Increase active power consumption DRM 5...
6.9.2.1 The connector pin assignment and function definition Description Connect to RRCR +12V Not connected Relay contact 1 input K1 – Relay 1 output Relay contact 2 input K2 – Relay 1 output Relay contact 3 input K3 – Relay 1 output Relay contact 4 input K4 –...
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The inverter is equipped with dual MPPTs and it is recommended that each MPPT operates independently. Parallel wiring on the DC side should be avoided as it may cause the two MPPTs to function as a single MPPT, leading to decreased efficiency in some cases.
If the AFCI self-test fails, the inverter will display the message “Error 425”. In this case, please restart the system and repeat step 1 to step 3. If the AFCI self-test continues to fail, disconnect all power supply connections to the inverter and contact Growatt for assistance.
Commissioning 7 Do not disconnect the PV&BAT connectors under load. DANGER Improper operation during the wiring process can cause fatal injury to the operator or unrecoverable damage to the inverter. Only qualified personnel can perform the wiring work. WARNING Damage to the inverter due to moisture and dust penetration Make sure the cable gland has been tightened firmly.
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When the inverter is powered on, the OLED display will light up automatically. Once there is sufficient PV power, the OLED screen shows: Single tap Tapping the button to view the list of countries. The country displayed on the screen will update with each single tap.
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7.1.3 Enabling/Disabling Power Quality Response Modes(PQRM) PQRM setting When the region setting is completed, the inverter will operate Ø according to the default mode, which may differ from the region setting. Information MIN TL-XH2 includes five types of Power Quality Response Modes: Volt-Var, Volt-watt, Fixed PF, Reactive power, Power limit.
7.2 General settings 7.2.1 Setting the display language Inverters in this series offer multiple language options. Single tap to select the language. Double tap to confirm the setting. Set the language as described below: Double tap Double tap Language Language Complete English English...
7.2.3 Setting the date Single tap to increase the value by one. Double tap to confirm the setting. Set the date as described below: Double tap Double tap Double tap Double tap Date Setting Date Setting Date Setting Date Setting Complete 2019 - 04-18 2019-04-18...
7.3 Advanced settings 7.3.1 Resetting the country/region and Power Quality Response Modes (PQRM) Single tap to switch the displayed information or increase the value by one. Double tap to confirm your setting. The password for accessing advanced setting is 123. Reset the Country Double tap Double tap...
7.3.2 Setting export limitation parameters The –XH2 series inverters can support the export limitation function when connected to an external power meter or CT, the user can set the export limitation parameters on the OLED screen, as described below. Single tap to switch the displayed information or increase the value by one.
7.3.3 Restoring factory settings Please note that after this operation, all parameters, excluding the current date and time will restore to the default factory settings. Information Single tap to switch the displayed information or increase the value by one. Double tap to confirm the setting.
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7.3.5 Setting working modes When the -XH2 series inverter is used with the battery, it can operate in three modes: grid priority, battery priority, and load priority (the default mode is load priority). Users can configure the inverter to operate in different modes during different time periods on the OLED display.
7.3.6 Setting the grid charging function When the -XH2 series inverter is used with the battery, users can enable the grid charging function (disabled by default) on the OLED screen. This function allows the inverter to absorb energy from the grid to charge the battery. Single tap to switch the displayed information or increase the value by one.
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Definition Definition RS485A3: VPP protocol +12V: Connect to the SYN communication port RS485B3: VPP protocol communication GND: Connect to the SYN port SYN.EN+: SYN identification signal CT signal-out (Black wire) SYN.EN-: SYN identification signal CT signal-in (White wire) Notice:The ratio of connected CT must be 100A/40mA. 7.4.2 COM Port The -XH2 series inverter provides an 8-pin COM Port connector.
8 Powering on/off the inverter 8.1 Powering on the inverter 1.Turn on the AC breaker between the inverter and the grid. 2.Turn on the DC switch, and the inverter will start automatically when the input voltage is higher than 50 V. 8.2 Powering off the inverter Do not disconnect the PV&BAT connectors under load.
An error message will be displayed on the OLED screen when a fault occurs, indicating a system fault or an inverter fault. In some situations, you may need to contact Growatt for assistance. To provide you with the necessary support, we will need the following...
PV (-) and the ground, which must be more than 25 KΩ or 550 KΩ (according to VDE 0126 standards). If the error message persists, contact Growatt. 1.Please switch off the DC switch. 2.Check the AC wiring, especially the Utility grid voltage is neutral and ground wire.
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1.Check the PV panel polarity. A short circuit occurs 2.Restart the inverter. If the warning Warning 203 in PV1 or PV2 persists, please contact Growatt customer service to replace the POWER board. 1.After shutdown, check the dry contact Dry contact function wiring.
Communication update the DSP&M3 firmware; Error: 411 between DSP and M3 2.Replace the DSP board or M3 board. If the abnormal problem persists, contact Growatt. Restart the inverter. If the problem persists, Error: 414 EEPROM fault contact Growatt. Inconsistency between data collected by the Restart the inverter.
Warranty 12 Please refer to the warranty card. Decommissioning 13 13.1 Removing the inverter Power off the inverter as described in section 8. Remove all cables connected to the inverter. Danger of burn injuries due to hot enclosure parts! Wait 20 minutes before removing the inverter until the housing cools down.
14 Technical Data 14.1 Specifications Model MIN 2500 MIN 3000 MIN 3600 MIN 4200 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 Specifications PV input quantities Max. recommended PV 5000W 6000W 7200W 8400W power(for module STC) Vmax PV 500V 550V(600V for AU) Startup voltage Lowest operating voltage Nominal voltage 360V...
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AC voltage range 160-276V Nominal AC grid frequency 50/60Hz AC grid frequency range 45-55Hz/55-65Hz Rated output current 10.9A 15.7A 18.3A Max. output current 11.3A 13.6A Max. inrush current <10A/5ms (Peak value/duration time) Max. output fault current 62A/20us Max. output overload protection Backfeed current Power factor (@nominal...
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AC short-circuit protection Integrated Ground fault monitoring Integrated Grid monitoring Integrated Anti-islanding protection Integrated(Active Frequency Drift) Residual-current Integrated monitoring unit General data Dimensions (W / H / D) in 375*350*160 Weight 10.8 kg Operating temperature –30 °C ... +60 °C range Noise emission (typical) <...
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Model MIN 4600 MIN 5000 MIN 6000 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 TL-XH2 Specifications PV input quantities Max. recommended PV 9200W 10000W 10000W power(for module STC) Vmax PV 550V(600V for AU) Startup voltage Nominal voltage 360V PV input operating voltage 40-550V range MPP voltage range at Full 145-500V 160-500V 190-500V...
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Nominal AC grid frequency 50/60Hz AC grid frequency range 45-55Hz/55-65Hz Max output current 20.9A 22.7A 27.2A Rated output current 21.7A 26.1A Inrush current <10A/5ms Max. output fault current <62A/20us Max. output overload protection Backfeed current Power factor (@nominal >0.99 power) Adjustable power factor 0.8leading…...
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Grid monitoring Integrated Anti-islanding protection Integrated(Active Frequency Drift) Residual-current Integrated monitoring unit General data Dimensions (W / H / D) in 375*350*160 Weight 10.8 kg Operating temperature –30°C ... +60 °C range Noise emission (typical) <25 dB(A) Altitude 4000m Power loss in night mode <3W Topology Non-isolated...
Shine Master Shine master for inverter If your product becomes defective, you have the option to send it to the Growatt service center for repair, or have it fixed on-site, or replace it with an equivalent device based on its model and age. Please note that the warranty does not cover transportation expenses associated with returning faulty modules.
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Connection to the meter 16 1. Smart Meter APM-CT-G Meter CT Direction K(Grid) → L(Load) MIN TL-XH Battery RS485B RS485A Grid Home Load Meter Pin definition Description Meter Connection Pin 1 RS485B SYS COM_pin 6 Pin 3 RS485A SYS COM_pin 5 Pin 9 CT, white line Pin 10...
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Meter Pin definition Description Meter Connection pin 1 L in Grid-L pin 2 Grid-N pin 3 L out Load-L pin 4 Load-N pin 24 RS485A SYS COM_pin5 pin 25 RS485B SYS COM_pin6 3.EASTRON Single Phase Meter SDM230 Grid Battery MIN TL-XH RS485B RS485A Home Load...
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4. EASTRON Single Phase CT Meter SDM120CT-MA CT Direction K(Grid) → L(Load) MIN TL-XH Grid Battery RS485B RS485A Home Load Meter Pin definition Description Meter Connection pin 1 CT, white line pin 2 CT, black line pin 3 Grid-N pin 4 Grid-L pin 9 RS485B...
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17 Contact If you have technical problems with our products, contact the GROWATT Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: Inverter type Ø Serial number of the inverter Ø Event number or message displayed on the inverter Ø...
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