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SolarEdge SE12.5K Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology For Europe and APAC Version 1.2...

  • Page 2: Disclaimers

    The material furnished in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, SolarEdge assumes no responsibility for the use of this material. SolarEdge reserves the right to make changes to the material at any time and without notice. You may refer to the SolarEdge web site ( ) for the most www.solaredge.com...

  • Page 3: Emission Compliance

    Emission Compliance Emission Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits applied by the local regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Support and Contact Information Version History HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols Information IMPORTANT INVERTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System Power Optimiser Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Monitoring Platform Installation Procedure Installation Equipment List Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers...
  • Page 5 Contents Step 1: Activating the Installation Step 2: Commissioning and Configuring the Installation Step 3: Verifying Proper Activation and Commissioning Viewing System Status Reporting and Monitoring Installation Data Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Communication Options Communication Connectors Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection Creating an RS485 Bus Connection RS485 Bus Configuration Verifying the Connection...

  • Page 6: Support And Contact Information

    System configuration information, including the type and number of modules connected and the number and length of strings. The communication method to the SolarEdge server, if the site is connected. The inverter software version as appears in the status screen.

  • Page 7: Version History

    Percentage of AC Production table form the main table Changed clearance between inverters to 5 cm. Grid Connection Guidelines - 'In some countries, the SolarEdge three phase inverters can be connected to 220 /230 V-L delta grids. Added 220 /230 V-L...

  • Page 8: Handling And Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE Denotes information about safety issues. Disposal requirements under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations: NOTE Discard this product according to local regulations or send it back to SolarEdge. Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 9: Important Inverter Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT INVERTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT INVERTER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! The inverter cover must be opened only after shutting off the inverter ON/OFF switch located at the bottom of the Primary Unit, above the Connection Unit. This disables the DC voltage inside the inverter and opens the AC relays. Wait five minutes before opening the cover.
  • Page 10 This symbol is also used in this manual. NOTE A SolarEdge inverter may be installed in a site with a generator, however must not operate at the same time as the generator. Operating an inverter and a generator simultaneously will void the warranty.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introducing The Solaredge Power Harvesting System

    Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System The SolarEdge power harvesting solution is designed to maximize the power output from any type of solar Photovoltaic (PV) installation while reducing the average cost per watt. The following sections describe each of the system’s components.

  • Page 12: Three Phase Inverter With Synergy Technology

    DC Safety Switch (referred to as 'Connection Unit ' in this manual) for disconnecting the DC power of a SolarEdge system, and of one or two Secondary Units, depending on the inverter's capacity. The Secondary Unit(s) are connected to the primary unit with AC, DC and communication cables.

  • Page 13: Monitoring Platform

    Monitoring Platform Monitoring Platform The monitoring platform enables monitoring the technical and financial performance of one or more SolarEdge sites. It provides past and present information on the system performance both at the system and module levels. Installation Procedure The following is the procedure for installing and setting up a new SolarEdge site.
  • Page 14 Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System washers) for attaching: the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) mounting brackets to the mounting surface the power optimizers to the racking (not required for smart modules) MC4 crimper 4xM8 ring terminals and suitable crimper...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Installing The Power Optimizers

    IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE Modules with SolarEdge power optimizers are safe. They carry only a low safety voltage before the inverter is turned ON. As long as the power optimizers are not connected to the inverter or the inverter is turned OFF, each power optimizer will output a safe voltage of 1V.

  • Page 16: Installation Guidelines

    Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers CAUTION! Installing a SolarEdge system without ensuring compatibility of the module connectors with the optimizer connectors may be unsafe and could cause functionality problems such as ground faults, resulting in inverter shut down. To ensure mechanical compatibility of the SolarEdge optimizers’ connectors with the PV modules’...
  • Page 17 The minimum and maximum string length guidelines are stated in the power optimizer datasheets. Refer to the Designer for string length verification. The Designer is available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/products/installer-tools/designer#/ Completely shaded modules may cause their power optimizers to temporarily shut down.

  • Page 18: Step 1: Mounting The Power Optimizers

    . It is recommended to mount the power optimizer in a location protected from direct sunlight. For frame- mounted power optimizers follow the instructions supplied with the optimizers, or refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/installing_frame_ mounted_power_optimizers.pdf 2. If required, mark the mounting hole locations and drill the hole. CAUTION! Drilling vibrations may damage the power optimizer and will void the warranty.

  • Page 19: Step 3: Connecting Power Optimisers In Strings

    You can construct parallel strings of unequal length, that is, the number of power optimizers in each string does not have to be the same. The minimum and maximum string lengths are specified in the power datasheets. Refer to the SolarEdge Site Designer for string length verification.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Verifying Proper Power Optimiser Connection

    Chapter 2: Installing the Power Optimizers Figure 5: Power optimizers connected in series 3. If you intend to monitor the installation, using the SolarEdge monitoring platform, record the physical location of each power optimizer, as described in Creating Logical and Physical Layout using Installation Information on page 59.
  • Page 21 Step 4: Verifying Proper Power Optimiser Connection To verify proper power optimizer connection: Measure the voltage of each string individually before connecting it to the other strings or to the inverter. Verify correct polarity by measuring the string polarity with a voltmeter.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: Installing The Primary And Secondary Unit(S)

    The stickers on the Primary Unit and on the Connection Unit specify the inverter's Serial Number and Electrical Ratings. When opening a site in the SolarEdge monitoring platform and when contacting SolarEdge support, provide the inverter's serial number. Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 23: Primary Unit Interface

    Primary Unit Interface Primary Unit Interface Figure 6: Primary Unit bottom and side interfaces Mounting hole: for securing the unit to the bracket and for connecting an optional secondary grounding cable. Grounding screw: for connecting an optional secondary grounding cable. AC and DC conduit entries: Connection points of the Connection Unit.
  • Page 24 P, less than 5 seconds, seconds. all LEDs are then released. Activates the Wi-Fi access point for connecting to the SolarEdge Inverter SetApp Switch moved to P for Starts pairing more than 5 seconds, then released. WARNING!
  • Page 25 Primary Unit Interface LEDs: three LEDs indicate, by color and state (on/ off/ blinking / flickering /alternating ), different system information, such as errors or performance indications. Generally, the main LED indications are: Blue ON - the inverter is communicating with the monitoring platform Green ON - the system is producing Green blinking - AC is connected but the system is not producing Red ON - system error...
  • Page 26 Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) The following table describes system performance information by LED color and ON/OFF/P switch position. ON/ OFF/ LED color Indication Comment switch Green Blue position S_OK: ON communication S_OK: ON Power with the optimizers not Blinking No S_OK:...

  • Page 27: Connection Unit Interface

    DC connection (see Figure 11 Figure 9: Connection Unit front and side interface Safety Switch: a manually operated safety switch for disconnecting the DC power of the SolarEdge system. Cables for connection to the Secondary Unit(s): Communication cable...
  • Page 28 Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) DC cable AC cable DC input: MC4 connectors / cable glands: for DC+/- connection of the PV installation, there are 3 glands / 6 MC4 connectors for each unit. Each gland has 3 openings to support three strings: each opening can support 5-8.8 mm PV cable outer diameter each terminal block in the connection unit can support 4-10mm wire cross section...

  • Page 29: Secondary Unit Interface

    Secondary Unit(s) The inverter is typically mounted vertically, and the instructions in this section are applicable for vertical installation. Some SolarEdge inverters model can be installed horizontally (above 10° tilt) as well as vertically. For information and instructions for horizontal mounting refer http://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application_note_horizontal_...
  • Page 30 - a lifting aid. CAUTION! SolarEdge inverters can be installed at a minimum distance of 50 m/ 164 ft from the shoreline of an ocean or other saline environment, as long as there are no direct salt water splashes on the inverter.
  • Page 31 Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Clearance Location Indoor Installation Outdoor Installation Locations where the annual average high 20 cm / 8" 5 cm / 2" between temperature between inverters inverters (if inverters are below 25˚C / 77˚F also installed one above the other, maintain the Locations where the...
  • Page 32 Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Figure 14: Brackets spacing If you are using the level: a. Drill two holes for each bracket and mount the brackets. b. Place the level beneath the brackets and align the brackets, tighten the screws all the way and verify that the brackets are firmly attached to the mounting surface.
  • Page 33 Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) c. Insert the supplied screw through the right side of the heat sink and into the bracket. Figure 16: Hanging units NOTE If connecting secondary grounding, the grounding cable on either side of the chassis, to the upper mounting screw or to the lower grounding screw, before hanging the unit on the bracket, see Connecting the AC Grid and Grounding to the Connection Unit on page 38.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Mark the location of the bracket screw and drill the hole Fasten the bracket using a standard bolt Verify that the bracket is firmly attached to the mounting surface . Figure 17: Connection Unit bracket 9.
  • Page 35 Mounting and Connecting the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Figure 19: Connecting the Connection Unit to the Secondary Unit Assemble the two parts of the cable lock (supplied with the inverter) around the cable connector, making sure that the orientation of the printed text on the lock is correct.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3: Installing the Primary and Secondary Unit(s) Figure 21: Connecting the DC wires Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4: Connecting The Ac And Strings To The Connection Unit

    In most countries, SolarEdge three phase inverters require neutral connection at all times (only grids with neutral connection are supported). In some countries, the SolarEdge three phase inverters can be connected to 220/230/480V delta grids. For more information prior to system...

  • Page 38: Connecting The Ac Grid To The Connection Unit

    NOTE SolarEdge's fixed input voltage architecture enables the parallel strings to be of different lengths. Therefore, they do not need to have the same number of power optimizers, as long as the length of each string is within the permitted range.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Ac Grid And Grounding To The Connection Unit

    CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. 3. Remove the terminal block cover.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4: Connecting the AC and Strings to the Connection Unit 6. If using a separate wire / cable for grounding , insert the additional wire/ cable for grounding through the PE gland. Strip the required length of the external and internal cables insulation. Open the PE cable gland and insert the cable through the PE gland.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Strings To The Connection Unit

    Connecting the Strings to the Connection Unit Secondary Grounding If required, ground the units as described in the following figure using a grounding cable, a grounding screw, two washers, a ring terminal and a serrated washer. You can connect the grounding cable to either side of a unit and to either the mounting hole or grounding screw.
  • Page 42 Chapter 4: Connecting the AC and Strings to the Connection Unit 3. Connect the DC wires to the DC+ and DC- terminal blocks, according to the labels on the terminals. or; connect two wires (DC+ and DC-) per string: a. Use a standard flat-blade screwdriver to connect the wires to the spring-clamp terminals.

  • Page 43: Selecting A Residual Current Device (Rcd)

    Selecting a Residual Current Device (RCD) IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE All SolarEdge inverters incorporate a certified internal Residual Current Device (RCD) in order to protect against possible electrocution and fire hazard in case of a malfunction in the PV array, cables or inverter. There are 2 trip thresholds for the RCD as required for certification (DIN VDE 0126-1- 1).

  • Page 44: Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning And Configuring The System Using The Inverter Setapp

    Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp If applicable, you can connect communication options at this stage, as described in Setting Up Communication on page 61. Once all connections are made, the system should be activated and commissioned using the Inverter SetApp mobile application.

  • Page 45: Step 2: Commissioning And Configuring The Installation

    Step 2: Commissioning and Configuring the Installation 4. When the activation is complete, do one of the following: Select Activate Another Inverter to continue activating additional inverters Select Start Commissioning for pairing and other system configuration. The Commissioning screen is displayed. Refer to the next section for more information.
  • Page 46 Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp WARNING! The inverter must be configured to the proper setting in order to ensure that it complies with the country grid code and functions properly with the country grids. 3.

  • Page 47: Power Control

    The communication option used by the inverter to communicate with the monitoring platform The communication option used to communicate between multiple SolarEdge devices or other external non-SolarEdge devices, such as electricity meters or loggers. 2. Tap the Server red arrow to set the communication method to be used for communication between devices and the SolarEdge monitoring platform.
  • Page 48 Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp For more information refer to https://www.solaredge.com/products/device- control#/ Maintenance From the Commissioning menu, select Maintenance to configure various system settings, as described below. Date and Time: Set the internal real-time clock. If connected to the monitoring platform, the date and time are set automatically and only time zone should be set.
  • Page 49 Step 2: Commissioning and Configuring the Installation NOTE Please have these numbers ready when you contact SolarEdge Support. Serial Number - The inverter serial number as appears on the enclosure sticker Hardware IDs: Displays the following HW serial numbers (if exist, and...

  • Page 50: Step 3: Verifying Proper Activation And Commissioning

    4. Verify that additional configurations were properly set by viewing the relevant Status screens. 5. Verify that the green inverter LED is steadily lit. Your SolarEdge power harvesting system is now operational. Viewing System Status During normal operation, the Status screen displays all the inverter settings and operation status.

  • Page 51: Main Inverter Status

    Viewing System Status Main Inverter Status Status Inverter SN 07318000C Power Voltage Frequency 100 kW 277 Vac 60.9 Hz    P_OK: 138 of Server Comm. S_OK Optimizers (LAN) Connected Status  Switch Production CosPhi Limit Country 1.00 No Limit Netherlands Voltage Temp 850 Vdc 20 C ›...
  • Page 52 CosPhi: Indicates the ratio between active and reactive power.A negative value indicates a lagging CosPhi. For more information, refer to the Power Control Application Note , available on the SolarEdge website at https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application_note_power_ control_configuration.pdf Limit: The inverter maximum output power...
  • Page 53 Viewing System Status Site Status The Site status screen shows the accumulated status of all inverters connected to a master inverter in a chain (bus) and the master inverter status. For inverters with secondary units, the status of secondary units is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 54 Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp Status Site Production Limit Inverters 1.00 MW 1.00 MW 10/10 Inverter SN 07318000C Power Voltage Frequency 100 kW 277 Vac 60.9 Hz S_OK P_OK: 141 0f 141 Server Optimizers Connected Connected Status...
  • Page 55 Viewing System Status Limit: Limitation setting (Export or Production) Inverters: Number of connected inverters in the cluster, including the master. Inverter status: Displays status parameters of the primary unit of the master inverter. Refer to Main Inverter Status on page 50 for detailed information. Inverter Units: Displays the status parameters of the master’s primary unit and secondary units.
  • Page 56 Number of devices connected out of all devices Temporarily displayed (with a clock sign): Initializing communication Connecting to a network Connecting to SolarEdge servers sign). Refer to Troubleshooting Communication on Error message (with the page 80. Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 57 Viewing System Status Inverter Energy Status Displays the total energy produced during the last day, month, year and since inverter installation. Inverter Energy This Year Today This Month 13.68 45 kWh 1.14 MWh Total: 41.03 MWh Today: since midnight This Month: since 1st of the current month This Year: since January 1st Total (Wh): The inverter total energy.
  • Page 58 Chapter 5: Activating, Commissioning and Configuring the System Using the Inverter SetApp Meter Status Meters Export – RS485-2 Modbus ID #2 Status: OK Power: 7.60 kW, Energy: 13.68MWh Export – GPIO S0 meter 1000 pulses per kWh Power: 7.60kW, Energy: 13.68MWh Type and function: Displays the meter functionality (Production, Export, Import, Export+Import) Status: Displays OK if the meter is communicating with the inverter...

  • Page 59: Reporting And Monitoring Installation Data

    Monitoring the site requires connecting the inverter to the monitoring platform, using any of the wired or wireless options available from SolarEdge. Refer to Setting Up Communication on page 61. The Monitoring Platform The monitoring platform provides enhanced PV performance monitoring and yield assurance through immediate fault detection and alerts at the module , string and system level.
  • Page 60 Designer and export the site design with the string layout to the monitoring platform. For more information, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/products/installer- tools/designer#/ Mapper Application Use the Mapper smart phone application to scan the power optimizer and inverter 2D bar-codes and create a virtual map of a PV site for enhanced monitoring and easier maintenance.
  • Page 61 Once the form is completed, use the Mapper to scan the 2D codes and create the map in the monitoring platform. Optionally, you can send the sticker sheet to SolarEdge Support for physical layout creation. -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 62: Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication

    Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication The inverter sends the following information to the monitoring platform: Power optimizer information received via the DC power lines (the PV output circuit). Inverter information Information of any other connected devices. This chapter describes setting up communication between: The inverter and the monitoring platform through the Internet (wired/ wireless), or through a cellular connection.

  • Page 63: Communication Options

    Ethernet (LAN) Connection on page 66. RS485 RS485 is used for the connection of multiple SolarEdge devices on the same bus in a master-slave configuration. RS485 can also be used as an interface to external devices, such as meters and third party data loggers.

  • Page 64: Communication Connectors

    Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Communication Connectors The Primary Unit has communication glands for connecting the various communication options to the inverter, as described in the following table. Unused openings should remain sealed. Gland# Opening Functionality two large openings Cellular 4.5-7 mm one small opening external antenna cable...
  • Page 65 Connection Unit Communication Board. For more information see, Connection Unit Communication Board on page 65 RS485-2 - connect a non-SolarEdge device, such as a meter or a third party data logger, to the RS485-2 connector. Every pair of in and out wires are connected to the same pin.
  • Page 66 Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Connection Unit Communication Board Open the Connection Unit cover to access the communication board to: connect a standard RJ45 connector for Ethernet. connect RS485 wires to the terminal blocks for RS485 connection. There are two 3-pin terminal blocks, one for connecting the preceding device in the bus and one for connecting the following device.

  • Page 67: Creating An Ethernet (Lan) Connection

    Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection This communication option enables using an Ethernet connection to connect the inverter to the monitoring platform through a LAN.
  • Page 68 Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication To connect the Ethernet cable: 1. Open the communication gland. CAUTION! The gland includes a rubber waterproof fitting, which should be used to ensure proper sealing. 2. Remove the rubber fitting from the gland and insert the CAT5/6 cable through the gland and through the gland opening in the Connection Unit .
  • Page 69 Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection Figure 34: Standard cable wiring 5. Use a pre-crimped cable to connect via the gland to the RJ45 port on the inverter's communication board or, if using a spool of cable, connect as follows: a. Insert the cable through the gland. Figure 35: Inserting communication cables b.
  • Page 70 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Do not touch uninsulated wires when the Connection Unit cover is removed. d. Use the SolarEdge SetApp to access the Commissioning main menu screen as described in Communication on page 45. e. From the main menu tap Communication. The Communication screen is displayed: f.

  • Page 71: Creating An Rs485 Bus Connection

    NOTE If your network has a firewall, you may need to configure it to enable the connection to the following address: Destination Address: prod.solaredge.com Modbus TCP Port: 22222 (for incoming and outgoing data) Creating an RS485 Bus Connection The RS485 option enables creating a bus of connected inverters, consisting of up to 31 slave inverters and 1 master inverter.
  • Page 72 Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication To connect the RS485 communication bus: 1. Open the communication gland. CAUTION! The gland includes a rubber waterproof fitting, which should be used to ensure proper sealing. 2. Remove the rubber fitting from the gland and insert the CAT5/6 cable through the gland and through the gland opening in the Connection Unit.
  • Page 73 Creating an RS485 Bus Connection 5. Loosen the screws of pins A(+), B(-), and G in either the 'Out' or 'In' RS485 terminal block. Figure 39: RS485 terminal block wire connections 6. Insert the wire ends into the G, A and B pins shown above. Use one terminal block for the previous inverter in the bus and the other terminal block for the next inverter in the bus, as shown in Figure 40 .

  • Page 74: Rs485 Bus Configuration

    6. Select the following to configure the connection: Server è LAN RS485-1 è Protocol è SolarEdge Master RS485-1 è Slave Detect The system starts automatic detection of the slave inverters connected to the master inverter. The inverter should report the correct number of slaves. If it does not, verify the connections and terminations.
  • Page 75 Verifying the Connection 1. If the Connection Unit cover is not closed, close it: Attach the Connection Unit cover and secure it by tightening the screws with a torque of 10.3 N*m/ 7.5 lb.*ft.For proper sealing, first tighten the corner screws and then the two central screws.
  • Page 76 Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication Communication RS485-1 RS485-2 SE Slave Modbus Connected 2 of 2 ZigBee Cellular Wi-Fi MP Slave M not Found Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 77: Appendix A: Errors And Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting This appendix describes general system problems, and how to troubleshoot them. For further assistance, contact SolarEdge Support. Identifying Errors Errors may be indicated in various system interfaces: On the inverter bottom panel, a red LED indicates an error.
  • Page 78 Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting Figure 41: Inverter menu 3. Click the Errors tab. The list is displayed. Figure 42: Inverter details - Error list Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 79: Power Optimizer Troubleshooting

    Power Optimizer Troubleshooting Power Optimizer Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause and troubleshooting Power optimizers are shaded. If you connected the inverter to the monitoring platform, retry pairing remotely (during Pairing failed sunlight). Make sure to leave the inverter ON/OFF switch ON and that S_OK appears in the status screen.
  • Page 80 3. Contact SolarEdge Support. Do not continue before finding the problem and replacing the malfunctioning power optimizer. If a malfunction cannot be bypassed or resolved, skip the malfunctioning power optimizer, thus connecting a shorter string.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Communication

    No Internet connection provider. For Wi-Fi networks, ensure that user-name and password are as defined in the internet provider AP/ router. Ping or connection to SolarEdge server failed. Check the SolarEdge server address, under LAN Conf sub- menu: No connection to SolarEdge servers Address: prod.solaredge.com...
  • Page 82 3. Check that the selected communication option is properly configured. 4. Use a method independent of the SolarEdge device to check whether the network and modem are operating properly. For example, connect a laptop to the Ethernet router and connect to the Internet.

  • Page 83: Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications

    Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications Appendix B: Mechanical Specifications The following figures provide dimensions of the Primary Unit, Connection Unit and Secondary Unit. Primary Unit and Connection Unit Figure 43: Primary Unit and Connection Unit - front, side and rear views Secondary Unit Figure 44: Secondary Unit - front, side and rear views -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 84: Appendix C: Safedc

    ON/OFF/P switch is turned to OFF, the DC voltage drops to a safe voltage of 1V per optimizer. The SolarEdge inverters are certified for compliance with the following standards as disconnection devices for PV generators, meaning that they can replace a DC...

  • Page 85: Appendix D: External Fan Maintenance And Replacement

    The Primary and Secondary Units have two fans each: one is internal and the other is accessible from the outside of the unit. This appendix describes external fan replacement. A fan replacement kit is available from SolarEdge. Figure 45: Primary Unit (left) and Secondary Unit (right) external fans Fan Maintenance At least once a year, open the fan screen and clean the accumulated dust using a brush.
  • Page 86 Appendix D: External Fan Maintenance and Replacement 4. Disconnect the fan connector and remove the fan. Figure 46: Fan connector 5. Connect the fan connector to the new fan. 6. Close the fan door and fasten the cover screws. Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 87 External Fan Replacement 1. After powering up the inverter, check the fan status on SetApp: Select Commissioning è Status. ð -Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 88: Appendix E: Replacing System Components

    Slide the cover down and remove it. CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. ATTENTION! Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 89 Replacing the Primary Unit 5. Disconnect all DC, AC wires and the communication connectors from the Primary Unit. Figure 47: Primary Unit interface 6. Unscrew the two conduit nuts in the Primary Unit securing it to the Connection Unit. Figure 48: Conduit nuts 7.

  • Page 90: Replacing A Secondary Unit

    Appendix E: Replacing System Components Replacing a Secondary Unit 1. Turn OFF the Inverter ON/OFF switch, and wait until the green LED is blinking , indicating that the DC voltage is safe (<50V), or wait five minutes before continuing to the next step. WARNING! If you cannot see Primary Unit LEDs or you cannot connect to the Primary Unit, or if the red LED light is on indicating a malfunction , wait five minutes for...
  • Page 91 Slide the cover down and remove it. CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. ATTENTION! 4. Disconnect the Secondary Unit(s) from the Connection Unit .

  • Page 92: Replacing Power Optimisers

    5. In the monitoring platform, use the Replace button in the logical layout tab (in site Admin). Replace the serial number of the removed power optimizer with the serial number of the newly installed power optimizer. Refer to https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se- monitoring-portal-site-admin.pdf Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...

  • Page 93: Appendix F: Determining The Circuit Breaker Size

    Appendix F: Determining the Circuit Breaker Size Appendix F: Determining the Circuit Breaker Size Revision History Version 1.0 January 2019: first release Introduction Inverters should be protected by circuit breakers. This document describes how to determine which circuit breaker to use in three phase commercial installations. Using Transformers in Commercial Three Phase Inverter Installations Using transformers in a commercial installation is optional.
  • Page 94 Damage to the inverter due to incorrect transformer installation, or use of a transformer that is incompatible with the SolarEdge system will render the SolarEdge warranty invalid. NOTE Transformer procurement, installation, maintenance and support are the responsibility of the installer.

  • Page 95: Determining The Size Of An Inverter Circuit Breaker

    2. Round up the rated size, as calculated in step 1, to the closest standard circuit breaker size. See Circuit Breaker Criteria table below for standard sizes suitable for SolarEdge three phase inverters. NOTE If the result has a decimal fraction smaller than 0.5 round it down.
  • Page 96 Appendix F: Determining the Circuit Breaker Size Table 1: Circuit Breaker Criteria Max. Continuous Output Current Inverter Recommended Circuit Breaker (per Phase) SE12.5K SE14.4K SE15K SE16K 25.5A SE17K SE25K SE27.6K SE30K 36.5A SE33.3K SE43.2KUS 120A 150A SE50K 100A SE55K 100A SE66.6KUS...

  • Page 97: Three Phase Inverter With Synergy Technology - Technical Specifications (Europe And Apac)

    @230V Maximum continuous output current (per phase) @277V (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) 49990 in the UK SolarEdge-Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 98 Nominal DC input voltage (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) In some countries, the SolarEdge three phase inverters can be connected to delta grids ,refer t o https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se_three_phase_ inverters_for_delta_grids.pdf http://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se_inverters_...
  • Page 99 (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) Where permitted by local regulations (4) Inverter with rapid shutdown part number: SExxK-RWRP0BNU4; Available for SE55K and SE82.8K SolarEdge-Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 100 10- (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) For all standards refer to the Certifications category in http://www.solaredge.com/groups/support/downloads SolarEdge-Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 101 Relative Humidity up to 100% (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) Single input option per unit (up to 25mm ) available. SolarEdge-Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 102 (1) The SE66.6K and SE100K models require a medium voltage transformer (2) Available in the UK and Israel only (3) De-rating from 50°C, refer to the application note at the following link: http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/se-temperature-derating-note.pdf SolarEdge-Three Phase Inverter with Synergy Technology Installation MAN-01-00402-1.2...
  • Page 103 SolarEdge service portal: www.solaredge.com/service/support Australia (+61) 1800 465 567 APAC (Asia Pacific)(+972) 073 240 3118 Belgium (+32) 0800-76633 Netherlands (+31) 0800-7105 China (+86) 21 6212 5536 DACH & Rest of Europe...

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