1. Packing List
| Object | Quantity | Description | Object | Quantity | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Inverter | I | 1 | Communication connector |
| B | 1 | Bracket | J | 1 | Quick installation guide |
| C | 4 | DC connector (F/M) | K | 1 | CT (Optional) |
| D | 1 | AC connector | L | 1 | WiFi/LAN/GPRS(Optional) |
| E | 3 | Expansion tube | M | 1 | Meter (Optional) |
| F | 3 | Expansion screw | N | 2 | Unlock tool |
| G | 4 | DC pin contact (2*positive, 2*negative) | |||
| H | 1 | Earth terminal |
Visual representation of items:
- A: Inverter
- B: Mounting bracket
- C: DC connectors (4 pieces, male/female)
- D: AC connector
- E: Expansion tubes (for wall mounting)
- F: Expansion screws (for wall mounting)
- G: DC pin contacts (4 pieces, 2 positive, 2 negative)
- H: Earth terminal
- I: Communication connector
- J: Quick installation guide booklet
- K: CT sensor (Optional)
- L: WiFi/LAN/GPRS module (Optional)
- M: Meter (Optional)
- N: Unlock tool for connectors
2. Inverter Installation
Please ensure the inverter is installed with adequate clearance as shown below.
Diagram: Inverter illustration with 30cm clearance indicated on all sides (left, right, top, bottom, front).
| Position | Min Size |
|---|---|
| Left | 30cm |
| Right | 30cm |
| Top | 30cm |
| Bottom | 30cm |
| Front | 30cm |
Step 1: Fix the bracket on the wall
Choose the desired installation location. Place the bracket on the wall and mark the positions for the 3 mounting holes.
Diagram: Wall with the mounting bracket positioned and holes being marked.
Drill holes using an electric drill. Ensure the holes are at least 50mm deep, then insert and tighten the expansion tubes.
Diagram: Wall with drilled holes and expansion tubes inserted.
Insert the expansion tubes into the holes and tighten them. Install the bracket securely using the expansion screws.
Diagram: Mounting bracket being screwed into the wall with expansion screws.
Step 2: Match the inverter with wall bracket
Hang the inverter over the bracket. Lower it slightly and ensure the two mounting grooves on the back of the inverter properly engage with the two bracket bars.
Diagram: Inverter being lowered onto the wall bracket, showing the grooves aligning with the bars.
3. Wiring Steps
AC Wiring
Cable dimensions:
| Model | Force 3S | Force 3.6S | Force 4.6S | Force 5S | Force 6S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable | 4mm² | 4mm² | 6mm² | 6mm² | 6mm² |
| Micro-Breaker | 25A | 25A | 40A | 40A | 40A |
Trim all wires to 52.5mm and the PE wire to 55mm.
Use crimping pliers to strip 12mm of insulation from all wire ends, as depicted in the illustration.
Diagram: Wire preparation showing outer jacket, L (Brown/Red Wire), N (Blue/Black Wire), PE (Yellow & Green Wire) with insulation trim lengths of 52.5mm for L/N and 55mm for PE, and 12mm insulation strip.
Note: Refer to local cable type and color for actual installation.
Separate the AC plug into three parts:
- Hold the middle part of the female insert, rotate the back shell to loosen it, and detach it from the female inset.
- Remove the cable nut (with rubber insert) from the back shell.
Diagram: AC connector disassembled into female insert, back shell, and cable nut with rubber insert.
Slide the cable nut, then the back shell onto the cable.
Diagram: Cable nut and back shell being slid onto a cable.
Push the threaded sleeve into the socket, then tighten up the cap on the terminal.
Diagram: Threaded sleeve being pushed into the socket, with a [click sound] indicator.
Push the threaded sleeve to the connection terminal until both are locked tightly on the inverter.
Diagram: Assembled AC connector being attached to the inverter terminal.
To remove the AC connector, press the bayonet out of the slot using a small screwdriver or the unlock tool and pull it out, or unscrew the threaded sleeve, then pull it out.
Diagram: AC connector being detached using a tool or by unscrewing the sleeve.
Grounding Wiring
Screw the ground screw with a screwdriver as shown below.
Diagram: Screwdriver tightening a ground screw on the inverter casing.
DC Wiring
Turn off the DC switch.
Choose 12 AWG wire to connect the PV module.
Trim 6mm of insulation from the wire end.
Diagram: Wire end showing 6mm insulation trim and "12 AWG" label.
Separate the DC connector as follows:
Diagram: DC connector components shown: Plug, Pin contact cable nut, and labels D- (negative) and D+ (positive).
Insert the striped cable into the pin contact, ensuring all conductor strands are captured in the pin contact.
Crimp the pin contact using crimping pliers. Place the pin contact with the striped cable into the corresponding crimping pliers and crimp the contact.
Diagram: Crimping tool holding a pin contact and a wire, preparing to crimp.
Insert the pin contact through the cable nut to assemble into the back of the male or female plug. You will feel or hear a "click" when the pin contact assembly is seated correctly.
Diagram: DC connector assembly process, showing pin contact insertion into the cable nut and then connection to the plug.
Unlock the DC connector:
- Use the specified wrench tool.
- When separating the DC + connector, push the tool down from the top.
- When separating the DC - connector, push the tool down from the bottom.
- Separate the connectors by hand.
Diagram: A tool being inserted into the DC connector to unlock it.
4. Startup Procedure
- After verifying all connections are correct, turn on the external DC/AC breakers.
- Turn the DC switch to the "ON" position.
- The inverter will start automatically when PV panels generate sufficient energy; the LED will turn green.
- Complete inverter Start-up guide: After the initial startup, the inverter display will show the language settings page. Short press to switch languages and long press to confirm selection. Once the language is set, the display will guide you to set the safety regulation. Short press to switch safety regulation, and long press to confirm selection.
5. Contact Details
8 Star Energy Pty Ltd. | Level 35, 477 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
8 Star Energy ESS Ltd. | The Black Church, St Mary's Place, Dublin, DO7 P4AX, Ireland
8 Star Energy North America Inc. | 888 Prospect Street, La Jolla, California, 92037, USA
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Document Version: V2.0, Document Number: 10-203-000003-04
To view all relevant documentation such as Install Manuals and Remote Monitoring guides, please refer to the manufacturer's website or support portal.
