Evolve EVVO Series User Manual

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EVVO Series
String Inverter
(60K)
User Manual
Version: V1.1
Thank you for purchasing products developed and manufactured by EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP
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manual can meet your demands. Any suggestion for improvement shall be highly appreciated.
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to change without any further notice.

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  • Page 1 Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP”). We hope our products and this manual can meet your demands. Any suggestion for improvement shall be highly appreciated. EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP Co., Ltd. reserves the copyright of this manual, and it shall be subject to change without any further notice.
  • Page 2: About This Manual

    This manual is helpful for technicians who install, debug, operate and maintain string inverters of EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP. Please read this manual carefully before operates the product. Readers are required to know the basic knowledge about electric components, wiring, signs and mechanical drawings.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Safety Precautions ..........................1 1.1 Transport ..........................1 1.2 Storage ............................1 1.3 Installation ..........................2 1.4 Operating ..........................2 1.5 Maintenance ..........................3 2 Product Description ........................... 5 2.1 Product Introduction ....................... 5 2.1.1 Schematic Diagram ........................5 2.1.2 Operating Mode ..........................
  • Page 4 6 Inverter Handling Guide ........................35 6.1 Disassemble the Inverter....................... 35 6.2 Replace the Inverter ....................... 35 6.3 Package the Inverter ......................35 6.4 Scrap the Inverter ........................35...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions In this chapter, it describes the safety precautions that must be observed when installing, operating and maintaining the inverter. Please read them carefully before operation and follow them in operation process; otherwise it might cause damage to the inverter, the generator and related equipments or cause serious injury or loss of life.
  • Page 6: Installation

    User Manual Put the desiccant into the cabinet and package the whole machine with packaging materials.  When storing equipment, pay attention to ventilation and moisture. Stagnant water is strictly  forbidden in the storage environment. Pay attention to the harsh environment, such as quenching, sudden heat, collision, dust, etc., ...
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    1 Safety Precautions In case of any fault, abnormal smell or sound of the string inverter, please immediately switch off the DC Switch of the string inverter and the circuit breaker on the AC side of the inverter. WARNING Power on the string inverter only after all installation work is completed and cables are not connected incorrectly.
  • Page 8: Product Description

    The EVVO series string inverter is three-phase string-type grid-connected inverter independently developed by EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP Technology. Its main function is to convert the DC power generated by the PV string into AC power and feed it into the power grid.
  • Page 9: System Configuration And Application

    User Manual Operating mode Description 1) Standby mode mainly means that the external environment does not meet the operating conditions of the inverter such as insufficient light and the disconnection of DC input switch. In this mode, the inverter continuously self-tests and enters the operating mode once Standby the operating conditions are met.
  • Page 10: Supported Grid Form

    2 Product Description 2.2.2 Supported Grid Form The power grid forms supported by EVVO 60 includes TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S, TT, IT. T N-C - S T N-C T N-S P E N S trin g S trin g S trin g S trin g S trin g In ve rte r...
  • Page 11: Nameplate Label

    User Manual 2.4 Nameplate Label Note: The data is for reference only. For more details, please refer to the physical object or technical  agreement of the corresponding product.
  • Page 12: Inverter Configuration

    2 Product Description 2.5 Inverter Configuration This section describes the internal components, back components and bottom interfaces of the string inverter. Note: There are 12 groups of PV terminals at the bottom in EVVO 60.  CAUTION There are components on the board that are very sensitive to static electricity. Anti-static measures must be taken before touching the board.
  • Page 13: Labels On The Package

    User Manual Remarks: Slow blinking: 1 second on and 2 seconds off in cycles; Fast blinking: 0.5 seconds on and 0.5 seconds off in cycles. Label Device name Handle Mounting rack Cooling fan Figure 2-8 Back view of the inverter Label Device name DC SWITCH...
  • Page 14: Warning Signs On The Inverter

    2 Product Description Keep dry. Prevent the No stepping inverter from getting wet or damp Place vertically and No rollover no tilting Front side Back side 2.7 Warning Signs on the Inverter In order to ensure the personal and property safety of users when using this product and avoid accidents, the following warning labels may be placed inside and outside the string inverter to remind users of safety precautions during operation.
  • Page 15: Technical Data

    User Manual 2.8 Technical Data Model EVVO 60 Maximum input voltage 1100V Minimum working 180V voltage Working voltage range 200V~1000V MPPT full load working 520V~850V voltage range Input Rated input voltage 650V parameters Maximum input current per MPPT Maximum short circuit current per MPPT Maximum input ways Number of MPPT...
  • Page 16: Mechanical Parameters

    2 Product Description 2.9 Mechanical Parameters Dimension and Weight  Model Width * height * depth (mm) Net weight (kg) EVVO 60 705*650*297 ≤75 Note: Dimension of the inverter here does not contain hangers, handles, pads and other  components. Dimensional error: + 10mm. Dimension of the Inverter and Mounting Rack ...
  • Page 17: Ambient Requirements

    User Manual 2.10 Ambient Requirements Transportation Requirements environment Type of shipping Waterways, railways, highways, aviation, etc. Ambient -40℃~ +70℃ temperature Relative humidity ≤95% w h en th e tem p eratu re i s +40℃ Mechanical The vibration should not exceed the following limits: condition 2Hz≤f<9Hz, displacement 7.5mm;...
  • Page 18: System Installation

    System Installation 3.1 Unpack and Inspect After confirming that the outer packaging is intact, please carry out the unpacking inspection. Unpack the packaging box and check whether the appearance of the string inverter is in good condition. When opening the package, be careful to use the tool to avoid scratching the string inverter.
  • Page 19: Reserved Space Requirement

    User Manual 3.4 Reserved Space Requirement When installing the string inverter, the space around the string inverter must be reserved for heat dissipation and maintenance. ≥2 0 0 m m ≥3 0 0 m m Figure 3-1 Reserved space requirements When installing multiple string inverters in a same surface, the side by side installation is recommended.
  • Page 20: Installation Method

    3 System Installation 3.5 Installation Method A hanging board is attached to the package of the string inverter. Fixed hanging board should be installed before the inverter is mounted and fastened on the hanging board. According to the actual installation environment, two installation modes can be selected, i.e. column- holding/rod-holding and wall-hanging.
  • Page 21: Wall/Bracket Mounting

    User Manual Before hanging the inverter, please confirm that the bearing range meets the requirements; Hang the inverter on the hanging plate and fasten the plate and inverter from both sides with 4PCS M8 screws (supplied accessories); The installation process ends and the actual effect is as shown below: Figure 3-5 String inverter screw rod mounting diagram 3.5.3 Wall/Bracket Mounting This type of mounting allows the inverter to be mounted on a load-bearing wall or bracket.
  • Page 22: Electrical Connections

    3 System Installation Figure 3-6 String inverter wall/bracket mounting diagram 3.6 Electrical Connections 3.6.1 Cable Requirements The choice of cable should comply with relevant national standards and meet the load requirements. Power cable requirements Refer to the electrical data in the product data, and then consider the ambient temperature, current, margin and other factors to select the cable.
  • Page 23: Cable Selection

    User Manual 3.6.2 Cable Selection Name Label Recommended Cable Note Specifications PV branch input Industry general photovoltaic cable ~12(14)+ cable, model: PV1-F. 1- ~12(14)- It is recommended to use 4.0mm 6.0mm copper cable for each PV + and PV branch. AC output cable A、B、C、...
  • Page 24: Preparation Before Operation

    3 System Installation 3.6.4 Preparation before Operation DANGER When connecting cables, do not operate when the product is energized and please follow the relevant requirements in 1 Safety Precautions. Before connecting the cables, please complete the following preparations to avoid personal injury.
  • Page 25: Open The Lower Door Panel

    User Manual 3.6.6 Open the Lower Door Panel CAUTION Do not open the chassis door on the top of the inverter. Before the inverter opens the door, it must be ensured that the AC and DC are powered off. Please keep the 6 screws on the chassis door. Do not leave unused screws inside the chassis. Figure 3-11 Disassemble the lower door panel 3.6.7 Connect the AC Output Cable...
  • Page 26: Connect Communication Cable

    3 System Installation C B A Figure 3-12 AC wiring terminals connection 3.6.8 Connect Communication Cable Choice of communication method The inverters support RS485 communication mode. Cable connection instructions The inverter is connected to a communication device (such as a data collection cabinet or a PC) via an RS485 communication line.
  • Page 27 User Manual DANGER When the sun shines on the battery panel, it will generate voltage which may cause life- threatening dangers. Therefore, if the DC input line is connected under light conditions, you need to ensure that the input line is not charged (you can cover the panel with an opaque cloth and then proceed operating).
  • Page 28 3 System Installation Note: Please do not judge the positive and negative according to the cable color in this manual. Be  sure to take the actual measurement as the standard. Use a wire stripper to strip the wire. P ositive S tripping length N egative requirem ent...
  • Page 29: Commissioning Guide

    Commissioning Guide 4.1 Check before Power On DANGER Before proceeding to the next step of power on, please read carefully this manual "1 Safety  Precautions" and do a detailed check according to the table below. In order to avoid danger, the multimeter and other instruments must be used to detect the ...
  • Page 30 User Manual When powering off the system, please follow the sequence of operation instructions and  safety regulations in this chapter. Step 1: Issue the shutdown command to the inverter through the data collector or near- end APP software. Step 2: Disconnect the circuit breaker between the inverter and the power grid. Step 3: Set the DC SWITCH of the inverter to the “OFF”...
  • Page 31: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.1 Maintenance Items and Cycles DANGER Please read 1 Safety Precautions carefully before maintenance, and use a multimeter and other relevant instruments to detect the voltage between the metal parts that need to be or maybe touched and the grounding copper bars so as to avoid electric shock. During maintenance, please pay attention to the warning labels of the string inverter to avoid personal injury due to high voltage.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Check whether the negative bus has the negative bus to resistance of the negative grounding fault the ground bus to the ground Please contact the EVOLVE ENERGY Boost side alarm Boost unit open circuit GROUP technician. Boost side short Please contact the EVOLVE ENERGY...
  • Page 33 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Fault Fault/alarm name Fault/alarm reason Troubleshooting word Insulation alarm of Abnormal insulation Find out the cause of abnormal the negative bus to impedance of the positive impedance the ground bus to the ground...
  • Page 34 Check RAM chip read and RAM self test failed 2. If it occurs frequently, please write error contact the EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP technician 1. Check whether it can work Add EEPROM parameter list normally after reset EEPROM and upgrade the code again.
  • Page 35 PV string is too low. 1. Check whether it can work normally after reset Bus fault Bus operation Bus voltage sag exceeds word 2. If it occurs frequently, please short circuit limit status contact the EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP technician...
  • Page 36 Bus operation over The bus voltage exceeds 2. If it occurs frequently, please voltage the set threshold contact the EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP technician 1. Check whether it can work normally after reset Bus operation The bus voltage is below 2.
  • Page 37 When the service life of the inverter expires or the inverter is replaced due to failure, it can be disposed according to the applicable electrical waste disposal laws of the place where the inverter is installed, or it can be handed over to EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP customer service personnel.
  • Page 38 Please contact us in advance if you want repair or alteration service. Contact US EVOLVE ENERGY GROUP CO., LIMITED Address: RM 702, 7/F FU FAI COMM CTR 27 HILLIER ST SHEUNG WAN, HK...

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