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  • Page 3: 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 (www.solaredge.com) for the most updated version.

  • Page 4: Support And Contact Information

     Serial number of the product in question  The error indicated on the inverter screen or on the SolarEdge monitoring portal, if there is such an indication.  System configuration information, including the type and number of modules connected and the number and length of strings.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ....................... 3 HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................6 SAFETY SYMBOLS .......................6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................7 Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge System ..............8 System Overview .......................8 SolarEdge Power Optimizer ....................... 8 SolarEdge Inverter ........................8 SolarEdge Monitoring Portal ..................... 8 Installation Procedure .......................9...
  • Page 6 Inverter and Mounting Bracket Dimensions ..............63 Single Phase Inverter and Mounting Bracket ................63 Three Phase Inverter and Mounting Bracket ................65 Appendix C: Safe DC ......................67 Appendix D: Fan Maintenance and Replacement.............. 68 Fan Maintenance ......................68 SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Fan 2 Replacement ......................68 Appendix E: Replacing and Adding System Components ........... 70 Replacing an Inverter .......................70 Adding, Removing or Replacing Power Optimizers............70 SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 8: Handling And Safety Instructions

    Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met. NOTE: Denotes additional information about the current subject. IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE: Denotes information about safety issues. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    NOTE: Use PV modules rated according to IEC 61730 class A. NOTE: symbol appears at grounding points on the SolarEdge equipment. This symbol is also used in this manual. NOTE: The following warning symbols appear on the inverter warning label:...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Introducing The Solaredge System

    SolarEdge Inverter The SolarEdge inverter efficiently converts DC power from the modules into AC power that can be fed into the main AC service of the site and from there to the grid. The inverter also receives the monitoring data from each power optimizer and transmits it to a central server (the SolarEdge monitoring portal;...

  • Page 11: Installation Procedure

    Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge System Installation Procedure The following is the procedure for installing and setting up a new SolarEdge site. Many of these also apply to modification of an existing site. Connecting power optimizers to modules and in a string...

  • Page 12: Installation Equipment List

    Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge System 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 M6/M8 screw types ...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Installing The Power Optimizers

    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. In order to ensure mechanical compatibility of the SolarEdge optimizers and the modules to which they are connected: ...

  • Page 14: Installation Guidelines

    The minimum and maximum string length guidelines are stated in the power optimizer datasheets.  Refer to the SolarEdge Site Designer for string length verification. The SolarEdge Site Designer is available on the SolarEdge website at http://www.solaredge.com/groups/support/downloads, under Software Tools.

  • Page 15: Step 2, Connecting A Module To A Power Optimizer

    Mounting bracket Input Output Connect to module Figure 1: Power optimizer connectors NOTE: Images are for illustration purposes only. Refer to the label on the product to identify the plus and minus input and output connectors. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 16: Step 3, Connecting Power Optimizers In Strings

    If you use a tracker, the power optimizer will turn ON only if the tracker is tracking the sun and the module provides at least 2W.  In SolarEdge systems, due to the introduction of power optimizers between the PV modules and the inverter, the short circuit current I and the open circuit voltage V hold different meanings from those in traditional systems.
  • Page 17 Verify correct polarity by measuring the string polarity with a voltmeter. Use a voltmeter with at least 0.1V measurement accuracy. For troubleshooting power optimizers operation problems, refer to Power Optimizers Troubleshooting on page 57. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 18: Chapter 3: Installing The Inverter

    Refer to the sticker on the inverter that specifies its Serial Number and its Electrical Ratings. Provide the serial number when contacting SolarEdge support. The serial number is also required when opening a new site in the SolarEdge monitoring portal.

  • Page 19: Inverter Front View

    Three phase inverters: M32 (15-21mm diameter)  DC inputs: For connection of the PV installation CAUTION: Do not remove the six screws on the DC metal panel as it may harm the inverter sealing and void the warranty. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 20: Mounting The Inverter

    Make sure the mounting surface or structure can support the weight of the inverter (single phase: 20-21 kg; three phase: 33 kg) and bracket (1.3 kg). Drill the holes and mount the bracket. Verify that the bracket is firmly attached to the mounting surface. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 21 Insert the two supplied screws through the outer heat sink fin on both sides of the inverter and into the bracket. Tighten the screws with a torque of 4.0 N*m / 2.9 lb*ft. Bracket screw Figure 7: Inserting the screws into the outer heat sink fins SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Ac To The Inverter

    Open the inverter cover’s six Allen screws and carefully move the cover vertically before lowering 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.
  • Page 23 Check that the wires are fully inserted and cannot be pulled out easily. Tighten the AC cable gland with a torque of 2.8-3.3 N*m / 2.0-2.4 lb*ft. Verify that there are no unconnected wires to the inverter and that the unused terminal screws are tightened. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Strings To The Inverter

    If an external RCD is required by local regulations, check which type of RCD is required for the relevant electric code. SolarEdge recommends using a type-A RCD. The recommended RCD value is 100mA or 300mA unless a lower value is required by the specific local electric codes. When required by local regulations, the use of an RCD type B is permitted.

  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Commissioning The Installation

    P a c [ w ] 2 4 0 . 7 1 4 . 1 0 . 0 P _ O K : 0 0 0 / 0 0 0 < S _ O K > O F F SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 26: Step 2, Pairing Power Optimizers To The Inverter

    000, since no power optimizers have been paired.  S_OK: the connection to the SolarEdge monitoring portal is successful (should appear only if the inverter is connected to the server). If S_OK is not displayed and the inverter is connected to the server, refer to Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting on page 50.

  • Page 27: Step 3, Verifying Proper Operation

    Pac [W] specifies the total AC output power produced. Take note of the serial # on the inverter label. This information is used in the SolarEdge monitoring portal to identify this inverter and is needed to open a new site in the monitoring portal.

  • Page 28: Step 4, Reporting And Monitoring Installation Data

    The logical and physical mapping can be used for debugging a problem using the SolarEdge monitoring portal. If you do not report the physical and logical mapping of the installed power optimizers to SolarEdge, the SolarEdge monitoring portal will show the logical layout indicating which power optimizers are connected to which inverters, but will not show strings or the physical location of power optimizers.

  • Page 29: Providing Installation Information

    Fill out the Physical Layout Template using the detachable 2D barcode stickers on each power optimizer. Once the form is completed, scan it and upload the scanned file to the SolarEdge monitoring portal during site registration. For an example paper template, refer to http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/physical-...

  • Page 30: Chapter 5: User Interface

    Error messages: In the event of a problem, an error message may be displayed on the LCD panel. Refer to Appendix A: Errors and Troubleshooting on page 50 and to Configuring the Inverter Using the Internal LCD User Buttons on page 29 for more information. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 31: Inverter Configuration - Setup Mode

    The inverter is now in Setup mode and all its LEDs are lit. The inverter automatically exits Setup mode if no buttons are pressed for more than 2 minutes. The following shows a hierarchical tree of the menu options, which are described in Inverter Configuration Menu Options on page 33: SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 32 R S 4 8 5 – 1 C o n f < S > Z i g B e e C o n f < S > R S 2 3 2 C o n f SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 33: Configuring The Inverter Using The External Lcd Light Button

    . . . R e m a i n i n g 3 s e c Phase Balance is applicable to single phase inverters only. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 34 R e s e t U p g r a d e – S D C a r d E x i t The options presented in these menus are described in the next section. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 35: Inverter Configuration Menu Options

    Select Server to set which communication method is used to communicate between the inverter and the SolarEdge monitoring portal. Refer to Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication on page 41 for a full description of these communication options.
  • Page 36 A P N S e t M o d e m T y p e S e t U s e r N a m e S e t P a s s w o r d SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 37: Power Control

    U p g r a d e - S D C a r d  Date and Time: Set the internal real-time clock. If connected to the SolarEdge monitoring portal, the date and time are set automatically and only time zone should be set. ...

  • Page 38: Inverter Status Screens - Operational Mode

    If XXX and YYY are not equal, there may be a problem in one or more power optimizers.  S_OK: The connection to the SolarEdge monitoring portal is successful (appears only if the inverter is connected to the server). ...

  • Page 39: Main Inverter Status

    D S P 1 / 2 : 1 . 0 2 1 0 / 1 . 0 0 3 4 C P U : 0 0 0 2 . 0 1 1 1 C o u n t r y : U n i t e d K i n g d o m SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 40: Server Communication Status

    I D : X X X X X X X X M I D : X X X X  RSSI: The receive signal strength indication of the closest ZigBee in the SolarEdge system. L = low, M = medium, H = high and (-) = no signal. ...

  • Page 41: Communication Ports Status

    For a revenue meter reader, refer to the supported revenue meters page at http://www.solaredge.com/articles/se-supported-devices.  SS: SunSpec - for a non-SolarEdge logger Fan Health Status – Three Phase Inverters This window provides information about the status of the inverter’s two fans:...

  • Page 42: Power Control Status

    PF: Power Factor. Specifies the CosPhi corresponding to the ratio between active and reactive power  AC Power: Specifies the AC power that the inverter is currently producing. For more information, refer to the Power Control Application Note, available on the SolarEdge website at http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/application_note_power_control_configuration.pdf. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 43: Chapter 6: Setting Up Communication

    The information is then sent from the inverter to the SolarEdge monitoring portal through the Internet. In order to send the data from the inverter, a communication connection must be set up, as described in this chapter. Communication setup is not required for power harvesting and is needed only for using the SolarEdge monitoring portal.

  • Page 44: Communication Types

    RS485: page 45, the most commonly used communication type, used for the connection of multiple SolarEdge devices on the same bus in a master-slave configuration. RS485 type can also be used as an interface to external non-SolarEdge devices, such as revenue meters and data loggers.
  • Page 45 White/Blue White/Blue Reserved Green Orange Received- White/Brown White/Brown Reserved Brown Brown Reserved Figure 17: Standard cable wiring The inverter connection does not support RX/TX polarity change. Supporting crossover Ethernet cables depends on the switch capabilities. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 46 Remove the cable’s external insulation using a crimping tool or cable cutter and expose eight wires.  Insert the eight wires into an RJ45 connector, as described in Figure 17.  Use a crimping tool to crimp the connector. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 47: Creating An Rs485 Bus Connection

    Connect the cable’s RJ45 connector to the RJ45 port of the Ethernet switch or router. You can connect more than one inverter to the same switch/router or to different switches/routers, as needed. Each inverter sends its monitored data independently to the SolarEdge monitoring portal. Inverters are configured by default to LAN. If reconfiguration is required: ...
  • Page 48 Connect all B, A and G pins in all inverters. The following figure shows this connection schema: Figure 22: Connecting the inverters in a chain NOTE: Do not cross-connect B, A and G wires. Do not insert wires into RS485-2 pins. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 49 Figure 23: RS485 termination switch NOTE: Only the first and last SolarEdge devices in the chain should be terminated. The other inverters in the chain should have the termination switch OFF (down position). ► To connect to the monitoring portal: Designate a single inverter as the connection point between the RS485 bus and the SolarEdge monitoring portal.

  • Page 50: Creating An Rs232 (Uart) Connection

    The inverter should report the correct number of slaves. If it does not, verify the connections and terminations. Verify the connection of the master to the SolarEdge monitoring portal, as described in Verifying the Connection on page 49. Creating an RS232 (UART) Connection This communication option enables connecting the inverter via a GSM modem available for purchasing at SolarEdge.

  • Page 51: Creating A Zigbee Connection

    10 To configure the RS232 communication, refer to the Cellular Modem Installation Guide available on the SolarEdge website at: http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/se_application_gsm.pdf 11 Verify the connection of the master to the SolarEdge monitoring portal, as described in Verifying the Connection on page 49. Creating a ZigBee Connection This communication option enables using a ZigBee connection for one of the following: ...

  • Page 52: Appendix A: Errors And Troubleshooting

    IT admin or your internet provider. For WIFI networks, ensure that username and password are as defined in the internet provider AP/router. Server x Ping Ping to redundant server #x Check the SolarEdge server address, Failed failed under LAN Conf submenu  Address: prod.solaredge.com ...
  • Page 53 Check that the selected communication option is properly configured. Use a method independent of the SolarEdge inverter 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 54: Error Codes

    Phase Inverters on page 39. If required, replace the fan (a replacement kit is available from SolarEdge). 4, 5, 8, 45, 48, SW Error Internal software error If the fault persists, contact SolarEdge 50-53, 94, support. 18-23, 108- 39, 42, 111,113...
  • Page 55  Use a larger gauge wire for the AC output.  Refer to the AC Wiring Application Note, available on the SolarEdge website at http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/app lication-note-recommended-wiring.pdf SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 56 Troubleshooting on page 57  Re-commission all inverters in the site, as described in Chapter 4: Commissioning the Installation on page 23. Measurement Internal hardware error. If the fault persists, contact SolarEdge Error support. Temperature Too Over temperature. If the fault persists: High ...
  • Page 57 If the problem persists, consult with the grid operator whether frequent AC disruptions have occurred at the site. Isolation Fault Internal hardware error. If the fault persists, contact SolarEdge support. No Country The inverter is not Select the country, as described on page...
  • Page 58 High Line 1/2/3 fault persists, contact SolarEdge support. Temperature Too Under temperature. If this fault persists, reinstall the inverter in a warmer place. Ground Current – Internal hardware error. If this fault persists, contact SolarEdge support. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 59: Power Optimizers Troubleshooting

    SafeDC mode was previously Enable the SafeDC using the disabled using the SolarEdge Key SolarEdge Key The power optimizers are shaded If you connected the inverter to the Pairing to the inverter...

  • Page 60: Appendix B: Technical Specifications

    For model SE5000, it is set to 4985W in Australia, and 4600W in Germany and Czech Republic. 16A when the country is set to Denmark, Portugal, UK, or Poland. For other countries, contact SolarEdge. For detailed information regarding allowed oversizing, refer to http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/inverter_dc_oversizing_guide.pdf...
  • Page 61 -20 - +50 (M40 version -40 to + 50) range Operating humidity – non <95 condensing 97.5 for SE3000 with AC current limit of 16A For inverter power de-rating refer to the application note at http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/se-temperature- derating-note.pdf SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 62: Three Phase Inverters

    3 / N / PE ; 230 / 400 three phase Inrush current AC 154/0.050 A/ms (Peak/Duration) Maximum output fault current Power factor range +/-0.9 to 1.0 Protective class Class I Utility monitoring, islanding protection, country configurable thresholds Overvoltage category SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 63 Installation Specifications AC output Cable Gland - diameter 15-21 DC input 2 MC4 pairs Maximum installation 2000 height Dimensions (WxLxH) 540 x 315 x 260 Weight 33.2 For detailed information regarding allowed oversizing, refer to http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/inverter_dc_oversizing_guide.pdf SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 64 Maximum altitude 2000 Pollution degree classification (inside/outside) Bracket mounted (bracket provided) Recommended circuit breaker/fuse size to use at the connection point of the SolarEdge inverter to the grid: Inverter Maximum Output Current (A) Suggested Fuse Rating (A) SE2200 SE3000 16.5...

  • Page 65: Inverter And Mounting Bracket Dimensions

    All dimensions are in mm. The mounting bracket weighs 1.3kg. Single Phase Inverter and Mounting Bracket Figure 26: Single phase inverter with bracket - front and rear views Figure 27: Single phase inverter with bracket - side and top views SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 66 Appendix B: Technical Specifications Figure 28: Single phase inverter mounting bracket SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 67: Three Phase Inverter And Mounting Bracket

    Appendix B: Technical Specifications Three Phase Inverter and Mounting Bracket Figure 29: Three phase inverter with bracket - front and rear views Figure 30: Three phase inverter with bracket - side and top views SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...
  • Page 68 Appendix B: Technical Specifications Figure 31: Three Phase Inverter Mounting Bracket SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 69: Appendix C: Safe Dc

    ON/OFF 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 disconnect: ...

  • Page 70: Appendix D: Fan Maintenance And Replacement

    Appendix D: Fan Maintenance and Replacement The three-phase inverter has two fans, one is internal and requires a SolarEdge technician to replace it (Fan 1) and the other is accessible from the outside of the inverter (Fan 2). A replacement kit is available from SolarEdge.
  • Page 71 Figure 33: Fan Connector Connect the fan connector to the new fan. Close the fan door and fasten the cover screw. Check the Fan Health Status – Three Phase Inverters as described on page 39. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

  • Page 72: Replacing An Inverter

    23 on all inverters to which power optimizers were added or from which power optimizers were removed. In the monitoring portal, replace the serial number of the removed power optimizer with serial number of the newly installed power optimizer. SolarEdge Installation Guide – MAN-01-00057-2.2...

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