Solplanet Three Phase Hybrid Inverter Quick Installation Guide
Brand: Solplanet
Models: ASW05kH/06kH/08kH/10kH/12kH-T2, ASW05kH/06kH/08kH/10kH/12kH-T2-O, ASW08kH/10kH/12kH-T3, ASW08kH/10kH/12kH-T3-O
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
This quick installation guide does not replace the user manual. Content may be updated or revised due to product development. Information is subject to change without notice. The latest version of this document and the manual for installation, commissioning, configuration, and decommissioning can be found in PDF format at www.solplanet.net.
2 SAFETY
2.1 Intended Use
The product is a transformerless hybrid inverter with 2 or 3 MPP trackers and a battery connection. It feeds DC current from the PV array into the connected battery or converts it to grid-compliant three-phase current for the utility grid. It can also convert DC current from the battery into grid-compliant three-phase current. The product features a backup function to supply selected circuits with power from the battery or PV system during a grid fault. It is intended for indoor and outdoor applications.
Connection must be made only with PV modules of protection class II (in accordance with IEC 61730, application class A). Do not connect any other energy sources. The product lacks integrated transformer and galvanic isolation. It must not be operated with PV modules requiring functional grounding of positive or negative PV conductors, as this can cause irreparable damage. PV modules with frames requiring protective earthing are permissible. All components must operate within their permitted ranges and installation requirements.
Use the product only as per the user manual and applicable local standards/directives. Other applications may cause personal injury or property damage.
The product must be operated with an intrinsically safe lithium-ion battery approved by AISWEI, with its voltage range fully within the product's permissible input voltage range. Use is restricted to countries approved by AISWEI and the grid operator. The type label must remain attached and legible. This document does not replace regional, state, provincial, federal, or national laws, regulations, or standards for installation, electrical safety, and product use.
2.2 Important Safety Instructions
The product is designed and tested according to international safety requirements. Residual risks exist despite careful construction. To prevent injury and damage, and ensure long-term operation, read this section carefully and observe all safety information.
DANGER: Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array or the battery!
DC cables connected to the battery or PV array may be live. Touching DC conductors or live components can cause lethal electric shocks. Disconnecting DC connectors under load may cause electric arcs, leading to shock and burns.
- Do not touch non-insulated cable ends.
- Do not touch the DC conductors.
- Do not touch any live components of the product.
- Do not open the product.
- Observe all safety information from the battery manufacturer.
- All work must be carried out by qualified personnel who have read and understood this document and the user manual.
- Disconnect the product from all voltage and energy sources and ensure it cannot be reconnected before working.
- Wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
DANGER: Danger to life due to electric shock when touching live components in backup mode!
Even with AC breaker and PV switch disconnected, system parts may remain live when the battery is in backup mode. Do not open the product. Disconnect from all voltage and energy sources and ensure it cannot be reconnected before working.
DANGER: Danger to life due to fire or explosion when batteries are fully discharged!
Incorrect charging of fully discharged batteries can cause fire, leading to death or serious injury. Ensure the battery is not fully discharged before commissioning. Contact the battery manufacturer for proceedings if the battery is fully discharged.
DANGER: Danger to life due to burns caused by electric arcs through short-circuit currents!
Short-circuit currents in the battery can cause heat accumulation and electric arcs if the battery is short-circuited or wrongly installed, potentially leading to lethal injuries from burns. Disconnect the battery from all voltage sources before working on it. Use only properly insulated tools. Observe battery manufacturer's safety information.
DANGER: Danger to life due to electric shock when touching live system components in case of a ground fault!
If a ground fault occurs, system parts may remain live. Touching live parts and cables can result in death or lethal injuries. Disconnect the product from voltage and energy sources and ensure it cannot be reconnected before working. Only touch PV module cables on their insulation. Do not touch substructure or frame parts of the PV array. Do not connect PV strings with ground faults.
WARNING: Danger to life due to electric shock from destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage!
Overvoltage can damage a measuring device, causing voltage to be present in its enclosure. Touching a live enclosure can result in death or lethal injuries. Use measuring devices with a span higher than the DC input voltage range or equal to the product's voltage rating.
CAUTION: Risk of burns due to high temperature.
Some enclosure parts can become hot during operation. Do not touch parts other than the enclosure lid during operation.
CAUTION: Risk of injury due to weight of product.
Injuries may result if the product is lifted incorrectly or dropped during transport or mounting. Transport and lift the product carefully, considering its weight. Wear suitable PPE.
2.3 Symbols on the label
- ⚠️ Beware of a danger zone! This symbol indicates additional grounding or equipotential bonding may be required at the installation site.
- ⚡ Beware of high voltage and operating current! The inverter operates at high voltage and current. Work must be done by skilled and authorized electricians.
- ? Beware of hot surfaces! The inverter can get hot during operation. Avoid contact.
- ♻️ WEEE designation Do not dispose of with household waste; follow applicable electronic waste disposal regulations.
- CE CE marking: The product complies with applicable EU directives.
- TÜV Certified Certification mark: The product has been tested by TUV.
- RCM Regulatory Compliance Mark: The product complies with applicable Australian standards.
- ⚡ Capacitor discharge Danger to life due to high voltages. Do not touch live parts for 5 minutes after disconnection from power sources.
- ⓘ Observe the documentation Observe all supplied documentation.
3 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM
The document provides system wiring diagrams for both Australian and European configurations, illustrating the connections between the Inverter, Battery, PV array, Grid, and Load. Key components include DC Breaker, AC Breakers, RCDs, PE-Bar, PE-N Link, CT (Current Transformer), and Smart Meter. A specific note indicates not to connect a particular terminal for Australian and New Zealand grid systems.
Australia Configuration: Shows connections for PV, Battery, Grid (L1, L2, L3, N, PE), and Load. Includes AC breakers and RCDs for normal and backup loads. A PE-N link is shown. A note warns against connecting a specific terminal for Australian/New Zealand grids.
Europe Configuration: Similar to the Australian setup but may differ in specific component configurations or grid connection standards. It also shows connections for PV, Battery, Grid (L1, L2, L3, N, PE), and Load, with AC breakers, RCDs, PE-Bar, PE-N Link, CT, and Smart Meter.
4 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
AISWEI Technology Co., Ltd. confirms that the products described in this document comply with the EU directives: Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) and Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances 2011/65/EU (RoHS) and 2015/863/EU. The full EU Declaration of Conformity is available at www.solplanet.net.
5 OVERVIEW
The inverter features several ports and connectors:
Object | Description |
---|---|
1 | Battery Port |
2 | DC-switch (ON/OFF) |
3 | PV Input (PV1, PV2, PV3) |
4 | Ai-Dongle port |
5 | Communication ports (RJ45, Terminal blocks) |
6 | AC connector |
7 | EPS connector (Not used in T2-O and T3-O series) |
8 | Additional grounding screw |
6 SCOPE OF DELIVERY
The package includes:
- Inverter ×1
- Wall Bracket ×1
- AC connector ×1 (Terminal ×5)
- AC connector ×1 (for 10-12kH models)
- EPS connector ×0/1 (Terminal ×0/5)
- DC connector ×2/3
- Battery connector ×1
- Ai-Dongle ×1
- Document ×1
- External CT ×3
- Smart meter ×1
- Fastener package ×1
- Communication terminal package ×1
7 MOUNTING ENVIRONMENT
The inverter should be mounted in a location protected from direct sunlight and rain (indicated by ✓). Avoid mounting in locations exposed to heavy rain or direct sunlight (indicated by ✗). Ensure adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.
8 DIMENSIONS
The inverter has dimensions of approximately 545mm (width) x 465mm (height) x 204.5mm (depth). Mounting hole dimensions are detailed, with specific spacing for wall mounting. Recommended minimum clearances are 500mm on all sides (top, bottom, left, right) for proper ventilation and access.
Environmental conditions: Operating temperature range is -25°C to +60°C. Maximum operating altitude is 4000m. Maximum humidity is 100% (non-condensing). The enclosure has an IP66 rating for dust and water protection and 4K4H for environmental resistance.
9 MOUNTING
The mounting process involves several steps:
- Secure the wall bracket to the wall using appropriate fasteners.
- Drill holes (e.g., Ø10 mm) at specified locations, ensuring a 90° angle and a depth of approximately 70mm.
- Insert wall anchors into the drilled holes.
- Attach the bracket to the wall using screws (e.g., M8) with a torque of 5 N·m.
- Ensure the bracket is securely mounted.
- Lift the inverter and align it with the mounting bracket.
- Slide the inverter onto the bracket and secure it with screws (e.g., M5) with a torque of 3 N·m.
10 SECOND PROTECTIVE GROUNDING
This section details the steps for establishing a second protective grounding connection, likely involving specific grounding lugs and torque specifications (e.g., M5, 3 N·m).
11 AC CONNECTION
The AC connection involves several steps:
- Ensure the AC breaker is in the OFF position and locked.
- Prepare the AC cables (L1, L2, L3, N, PE) for connection. This includes stripping the wires to a length of approximately 12.5-17.5mm and ensuring the correct cross-sectional area (4mm² to 6mm²). Crimp appropriate terminals onto the wires.
- Connect the prepared AC cables to the AC connector, ensuring correct polarity and secure fitting.
- Connect the AC connector to the inverter's AC port.
Detailed instructions are provided on preparing wires for AC connectors, including correct crimping and insulation stripping for different wire sizes (4mm² and 6mm²) and connector types, with visual guides showing acceptable and unacceptable methods.
12 EPS CONNECTION
The EPS (Emergency Power Supply) connection follows similar steps to the AC connection:
- Ensure the AC breaker is OFF and locked.
- Prepare the EPS cables (L1, L2, L3, N, PE) with the correct cross-sectional area (4mm² to 6mm²) and stripping length (12.5-17.5mm). Crimp terminals onto the wires.
- Connect the prepared EPS cables to the EPS connector.
- Connect the EPS connector to the inverter's EPS port.
Wire preparation details for EPS connectors are also provided, similar to AC connections, showing correct crimping and stripping.
13 PV CONNECTION
Two types of PV connections are described:
TYPE 1 - Phoenix Contact:
- Prepare PV cables (2.5-6mm²) by stripping insulation to 5-8mm, ensuring the cable length is at least 7mm.
- Connect the cable to the PV connector, ensuring a secure "click" and checking for correct polarity.
- Connect the PV connector to the inverter's PV input port.
- Repeat for all PV strings.
- Ensure all connections are secure and correctly polarized (indicated by OK).
TYPE 2:
- Prepare PV cables (2.5-6mm²) by stripping insulation to 5-8mm, ensuring the cable length is at least 7mm.
- Connect the cable to the PV connector.
- Connect the PV connector to the inverter's PV input port.
- Ensure all connections are secure and correctly polarized.
14 BATTERY CONNECTION
The battery connection process involves:
- Prepare battery cables (10mm²/8AWG) by stripping insulation to 6-7.5mm, ensuring the cable length is at least 7mm and the diameter is 6.4-8.5mm.
- Connect the prepared cables to the battery connector, ensuring correct polarity (+ and -).
- Connect the battery connector to the inverter's battery port.
- Ensure all connections are secure and correctly polarized (indicated by OK).
15 COMMUNICATION SETUP
15.1 Communication connection
The inverter supports various communication interfaces:
- RJ45 Ports: Labeled RJ45-1 through RJ45-6 for network connections.
- USB Port: For data logging or firmware updates.
- Terminal Blocks: Labeled Terminal-1 through Terminal-4, used for various sensor and control signals.
Detailed pin definitions are provided for RJ45 ports (e.g., RJ45-3 Monitor, RJ45-4 BMS) and Terminal blocks (e.g., Terminal-1 for Multifunction Relay, Terminal-2 for Smart Meter/PT100 Sensor, Terminal-3 for DI/DRM0, Terminal-4 for CT). Wire colors and signal types are specified.
The connection process involves inserting cables into the appropriate ports and securing them, often with screws (e.g., M4, 1.6 N·m).
15.2 Current Transformer connection (optional)
This section describes the optional connection of Current Transformers (CTs) to monitor current flow. The diagram shows CTs connected to the grid lines (L1, L2, L3, N, PE) and routed to the inverter's CT input terminals, with specific wire colors (Red, Black) and terminal assignments (1-6).
15.3 Smart meter connection (optional)
This section details the optional connection of a Smart Meter. The diagram shows the Smart Meter connected to the grid and communicating with the Inverter via RS485 (RS485A, RS485B) and potentially other interfaces like RJ45. The meter displays grid voltage and current information.
15.4 Ai-Dongle connection
The Ai-Dongle is connected to the inverter for communication and monitoring. The process involves assembling the Ai-Dongle components, connecting it to the designated port on the inverter, and securing it.
16 CONTACT
For technical questions, contact the Service Department. Information required includes:
- Inverter model
- Inverter serial number
- Photovoltaic module model
- Photovoltaic module number and string count per MPPT
- Fault code
- Installation location
Contact details by region:
- EMEA: service.EMEA@solplanet.net
- APAC: service.APAC@solplanet.net
- LATAM: service.LATAM@solplanet.net
- Aiswei Greater China: service.china@aiswei-tech.com, Hotline: +86 400 801 9996
- Taiwan: service.taiwan@aiswei-tech.com, Hotline: +886 809089212
More information is available at https://solplanet.net/contact-us.
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