Summary of Contents for SolarEdge StorEdge BI-NUSGN-01
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Installation Guide Backup Interface for Single Phase Energy Hub Inverter with Prism Technology for the main lug only North America Version 1.0...
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FCC Compliance Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
3 Contents Disclaimers Important Notice FCC Compliance Revision History HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols Information Chapter 1: Overview The StorEdge Solution Components Installation Equipment List Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface Package Contents Mounting the Backup Interface Installing the Conduit Holder Backup Interface Interfaces Connecting the Backup Interface to the Grid and AC Loads Panel...
HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS During installation, testing and inspection, adherence to all the handling and safety instructions is mandatory. Failure to do so may result in injury or loss of life and damage to the equipment. Safety Symbols Information The following safety symbols are used in this document.
Generator hardware support - supports connection for up to 15kW alternative power supply. Generator connection requires supporting inverter firmware. One or two batteries - DC-coupled batteries designed to work with the SolarEdge system. Backup Interface Installation Guide MAN-01-00728-1.0...
Installation Equipment List Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge system. The following is a recommendation of the equipment needed for installation: Allen screwdriver for 5mm screw type for the inverter enclosure screws...
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Installation Equipment List the mounting brackets to the mounting surface the power optimizer to the racking Wire cutters (for wires of up to 4/0 AWG) Wire strippers (for wires of up to 4/0 AWG) Voltmeter For installing the communication options, you may also need the following: For Ethernet: CAT5/6 twisted pair Ethernet cable with RJ45 connector If using a CAT5/6 cable spool: RJ45 plug and RJ45 crimper...
Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface 9 Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface This section explains how to install the Backup Interface and connect it to the inverter, AC loads panel and grid. Package Contents Backup Interface Mounting bracket Conduit holder Accessories bag that contains:...
Installing the Conduit Holder To mount the Backup Interface: 1. Determine the Backup Interface mounting location, on a wall, stud framing or pole. It is recommended to mount the Backup Interface in a location protected from direct sunlight. 2. To allow proper heat dissipation, maintain at least a 4" clearance between the Backup Interface and other objects.
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Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface 11 To install the conduit holder: 1. Insert the conduit holder in the space between the fins of the heat sink and the mounting surface. 2. Slide the conduit holder first to the left and then down to hang it on the short fin and the bolt affixed to the outer left fin. ...
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Installing the Conduit Holder 5. Drill two holes where marked. Figure 5: Drilling holes 6. Install the conduit holder. 7. Tighten the conduit holder to the mounting surface with two screws. Figure 6: Securing the conduit holder with screws 8. Tighten the conduit holder to the outer left fin with the supplied screw. Tighten the screw with a torque of 41 lb*in / 4.7 N*m.
Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface 13 Backup Interface Interfaces The following figure shows the Backup Interface interfaces for operating and connecting to other system components. Install cable conduits, as required by local regulations. Figure 7: Backup Interface Interfaces Inverter AC inputs - AC cables from up to three inverters.
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Connecting the Backup Interface to the Grid and AC Loads Panel To connect to the Grid and Loads panels 1. Release the six Allen screws of the Backup Interface cover and remove the cover. NOTE Do not remove the internal plastic cover (dead front). 2.
Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting the Backup Interface 15 10. Connect the Line 1 and Line 2 wires to the grid's line terminal. Tighten the terminal screws with a torque of 200 lb*in / 22.5 N*. Figure 9: Connection to the Grid 11.
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Connecting the Backup Interface to the Inverter d. Connect the cable wires to the 7-pin connector, as shown below, and reconnect the connector to the slot: Figure 10: Communication and 12V cables connection between Backup Interface and Inverter 3. Connect the cables to the Backup Interface: a.
Connecting the Backup Interface to an External Rapid Shutdown Switch In accordance with regulation requirements, an external shutdown switch must be installed. The switch (not supplied by SolarEdge) shuts down the Backup Interface in case of emergency. Backup Interface Installation Guide MAN-01-00728-1.0...
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Connecting the Backup Interface to an External Rapid Shutdown Switch To connect to an External Rapid Shutdown Switch 1. Pass the cable form the switch through the Com 2 conduit. Figure 13: External rapid shutdown switch connection 2. Remove the 2-pin connector labeled EXT RSD. 3.
2. Switch the inverter ON/OFF/P switch to OFF. 3. Access the SetApp and select Commissioning > Communication. Communication › Server › DHCP › Modbus (Mutli- RS485-1 Devices) › SolarEdge RS485-2 Leader › ZigBee › Wi-Fi › Cellular PCL › GPIO RRCR ›...
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Chapter 3: System Configuration To enable Backup Configuration: Open SetApp and select Commissioning > Power Control > Energy Manager > Backup Configuration > Backup > Enable. After the Backup Configuration is enabled, the Backup Interface is automatically configured. Backup Interface Installation Guide MAN-01-00728-1.0...
Troubleshooting 21 Troubleshooting Error Error Message Troubleshooting Code Manually switch the Backup Interface to on-grid Backup Interface state (see Manually Switching the System to the Grid- 26x4 inconsistent connected Mode on page 22). Manually switch the Backup Interface to on-grid Backup Interface state 26x5 (see Manually Switching the System to the Grid-...
Appendix A: Manually Switching the System to the Grid-connected Mode Appendix A: Manually Switching the System to the Grid-connected Mode In case of a Backup Interface failure or when necessary, you can reconnect the system to AC power from the grid. NOTE When the system is manually switched to the grid-connected mode, no backup of the loads is possible.
Export/Import current transformers (CTs) must be connected to the Energy Meter inside the Backup Interface. Required Equipment Two split core or flexible coil CTs (available from SolarEdge). For flexible coil CTs, the power supply must be purchased separately. Extension cable - a CAT5e shielded cable To connect external CTs: Switch the ON/OFF switch of the Backup Interface to OFF.
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Appendix B: Connecting External CTs 8. Disconnect the internal CT wires from the connectors. Figure 16: Disconnecting internal CTs 9. Insulate the internal CT wires. 10. Connect the external CTs twisted pairs from the extension cable to the connectors (L1 to L1; L2 to L2). 11.
Appendix C: System Performance LED Indication 25 Appendix C: System Performance LED Indication The three LEDs, visible both on the Backup Interface outer cover and inner cover, indicate the following system states: AC – Green Comm – Blue Fault – Red Backup Interface is Communication in the backup with the inverter is...
Appendix D: StorEdge Backup Interface Technical Specifications Appendix D: StorEdge Backup Interface Technical Specifications BI-NUSGN-01 AC FROM GRID Unit AC current input AC output voltage (nominal) AC output voltage range 211–264 AC frequency (nominal) AC frequency range 59.3–60.5 Microgrid interconnection device Grid disconnection switchover time...
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Appendix D: StorEdge Backup Interface Technical Specifications 27 GENERATOR Maximum rated AC power 15,000 Maximum continuous input current 63 Dry contact switch voltage rating 250/30 Vac/Vdc Dry contact switch current rating 5 2-wire Start Switch ...
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 product's software version as it appears in the status screen.