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X1-Hybrid User Manual

3.0kw - 5.0kw

Copyright Declaration
SolaX Power Network Technology(Zhe jiang) Co., Ltd. The copyright of this manual belongs to SolaX Power Network Technology(Zhe jiang) Co.,
Ltd.. Any corporation or individual should not plagiarize, partially or fully copy (including
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reserved. SolaX Power Network Technology (Zhe jiang) Co.,Ltd. . reserves the right of final
interpretation.

614.00184.05
Contents

Contents
1 Note on this Manual 03
1.1 Scope of Validity 03
1.2 Target Group 03
1.3 Symbols Used 03

2 Safety 04
2.1 Important Safety Instructions 04
2.2 Explanation of Symbols 08
2.3 EC Directives 09

3 Introduction 10
3.1 Basic Features 10
3.2 Work Sta tus 12
3.3 Dimension 13
3.4 Terminals of Inverter 14

4 Technical Data 15
4.1 DC input ( apply to version E, I, C ) 15
4.2 AC output/input ( apply to version E, I, C ) 15
4.3 Internal Charger ( apply to version E, I, C ) 16
4.4 Efficiency, Safety and Protection ( apply to version E, I,C ) 16
4.5 EPS output ( apply to version E, I ) 17
4.6 General Data ( apply to version E, I, C ) 17

5 Installation 18
5.1 Check for Transport Damage 18
5.2 Packing List 18
5.3 Mounting 19

6 Electrical Connection 22
6.1 PV Connection 22
6.2 Grid Connection 23
6.3 EPS Connection( apply to I Version and E Version) 26
6.4 Battery Connection 30

01
Contents Notes on this Manual

6.5 Earth Connection 33 1 Notes on this Manual


6.6 Meter/CT Connection 34
6.7 LAN Connection 38 1.1 Scope of Validity
6.8 DRM Connection 40 This manual is an integral part of X1-Hybrid, It describes the assembly, installation,
6.9 WiFi Connection(optional) 42 commissioning, maintenance and failure of the product. Please read it carefully
before operating.
6.10 Inverter Manipulation 43
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N-E X1-Hybrid-3.7-N-E X1-Hybrid-4.6-N-E X1-Hybrid-5.0-N-E
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D-E X1-Hybrid-3.7-D-E X1-Hybrid-4.6-D-E X1-Hybrid-5.0-D-E
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N-I X1-Hybrid-3.7-N-I X1-Hybrid-4.6-N-I X1-Hybrid-5.0-N-I
7 Firmware Upgrading 45 X1-Hybrid-3.0-D-I X1-Hybrid-3.7-D-I X1-Hybrid-4.6-D-I X1-Hybrid-5.0-D-I
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N-C X1-Hybrid-3.7-N-C X1-Hybrid-4.6-N-C X1-Hybrid-5.0-N-C

8 Setting 47 X1-Hybrid-3.0-D-C X1-Hybrid-3.7-D-C X1-Hybrid-4.6-D-C X1-Hybrid-5.0-D-C

8.1 Control Panel 47 Note: “3.0” means 3.0kW.


8.2 Menu Structure 48 “D” means with “DC Switch”, ”N” means without “DC Switch”.
8.3 LCD Operation 49 “E” means “EPS function” will be available with an external changeover
device installed.
“I” means “EPS function” available as unit already content an internal
changeover device.
9 Troubleshooting 68 “C “means without”EPS function”.
9.1 Trouble Shooting Store this manual where it will be accessible at all times.
68
9.2 Routine Maintenance 72
1.2 Target Group
This manual is for qualified electricians. The tasks described in this manual only
can be performed by qualified electricians.
10 Decommissioning 73
1.3 Symbols Used
10.1 Dismantling the Inverter 73 The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this
10.2 Packaging 73 document as described below:
10.3 Storage and Transportation 73
Danger!
“Danger” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.

Warning!
“Warning” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Caution!
“Caution” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.

Note!
“Note” provides tips that are valuable for the optimal operation of our
product.
02 03
Safety Safety

2 Safety WARNING !
Do not operate the inverter when the device is running.
2.1 Important Safety Instructions

Danger! WARNING !
Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter! Risk of electric shock!
All work must be carried out by qualified electrician.
The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with
reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
Prior to the application, please read this section carefully to ensure correct and
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
safe application. Please keep the user manual properly.
supervision or instruction.
Accesories only together with the inverter shipment are recommanded here.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
Otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to person.
with the appliance.
Make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not
undersized.
Caution ! Do not disassemble any parts of inverter which are not mentioned in installation
Danger of burn injuries due to hot enclosure parts! guide. It contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on
During operation, the upper lid of the enclosure and the enclosure obtaining service. Attempting to service the inverter yourself may result in a risk
body may become hot. of electric shock or fire and will void your warranty.
Only touch the lower enclosure lid during operation. Keep away from flammable, explosive materials to avoid fire disaster.
The installation place should be away from humid or corrosive substance.
Authorized service personnel must use insulated tools when installing or
working with this equipment.
Caution ! PV modules shall have an IEC 61730 class A rating.
Possible damage to health as a result of the effects of radiation! Never touch either the positive or negative pole of PV connecting device. Strictly
Do not stay closer than 20 cm to inverter for any length of time. prohibit touching both of them at the same time.
The unit contains capacitors that remain charged to a potentially lethal voltage
after the MAINS , battery and PV supply has been disconnected.
Note ! Hazardous voltage will present for up to 5 minutes after disconnection from
Grounding the PV generator. power supply.
Comply with the local requirements for grounding the PV modules CAUTION-RISK of electric shock from energy stored in capacitor, Never operate
and the PV generator. It is recommends connecting the generator on the inverter couplers, the MAINS cables, Battery cables, PV cables or the PV
frame and other electrically conductive surfaces in a manner which generator when power is applied. After switching off the PV , battery and Mains,
ensures continuous conduction and ground these in order to have always wait for 5minutes to let the intermediate circuit capacitors discharge
optimal protection of system and persons. before unpluging DC ,battery inplug and MAINS couplers.
When accessing the internal circuit of inverter, it is very important to wait 5
minutes before operating the power circuit or demounting the electrolyte
capacitors inside the device. Do not open the device before hand since the
Warning !
capacitors require time to sufficiently discharge!
Ensure input DC voltage/current ≤Max. DC voltage/current
Measure the voltage between terminals UDC+ and UDC- with a multi-meter
.Over voltage/current may/cause permanent damage to (impedance at least 1Mohm) to ensure that the device is discharged before
inverter or other losses, which will not be included in warranty! beginning work (35VDC) inside the device.

Warning!
Authorized service personnel must disconnect both AC and DC
power from inverter before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning or working on any circuits connected to inverter.

04 05
Safety Safety

► Surge protection devices (SPDs) for PV installation ► PE Connection and Leakage Current

WARNING ! • The end-use application shall monitor the protective conductor by residual
Over-voltage protection with surge arresters should be provided current operated protective device (RCD) with rated fault current Ifn≤240mA
when the PV power system is installed. which automatically disconnects the device in case of a fault.
The grid connected inverter is fitted with SPDs in both PV input The device is intended to connect to a PV generator with a capacitance limit of
side and MAINS side. approx 700nf.

WARNING !
Lightning will cause a damage either from a direct strike or from surges due to a
High leakage current!
nearby strike.
Earth connection essential before connecting supply.
Induced surges are the most likely cause of lightning damage in majority or installations,
especially in rural areas where electricity is usually provided by long overhead lines. • Incorrect grounding can cause physical injury, death or equipment malfunction
Surge may be included on both the PV array conduction and the AC cables and increase electromagnetic.
leading to the building. • Make sure that grounding conductor is adequately sized as required by safety
Specialists in lightning protection should be consulted during the end use application. regulations.
Using appropriate external lightning protection, the effect of a direct lightning • Do not connect the ground terminals of the unit in series in case of a multiple
strike into a building can be mitigated in a controlled way, and the lightning installation. This product can cause current with a d.c component, Where a residual
current can be discharged into the ground. current operated protective (RCD) or monitoring (RCM) device is used for protection
in case of direct or indirect contact, only an RCD or RCM of type B is allowed
Installation of SPDs to protect the inverter against mechanical damage and on the supply side of this product.
excessive stress include a surge arrester in case of a building with external For United Kingdom
lightning protection system (LPS) when separation distance is kept. • The installation that connects the equipment to the supply terminals shall
To protect the DC system, surge suppression device (SPD type2) should be fitted comply with the requirements of BS 7671.
at the inverter end of the DC cabling and at the array located between the • Electrical installation of PV system shall comply with requirements of BS 7671
inverter and the PV generator, if the voltage protection level (VP) of the surge and IEC 60364-7-712.
arresters is greater than 1100V, an additional SPD type 3 required for surge protection • No protection settings can be altered.
for electrical devices. • User shall ensure that equipment is so installed, designed and operated to
maintain at all times compliance with the requirements of ESQCR22(1)(a).
To protect the AC system, surge suppression devices (SPD type2) should be For Australia and New Zealand
fitted at the main incoming point of AC supply (at the consumer’s cutout),
• Electrical installation and maintenance shall be conducted by licensed
located between the inverter and the meter/distribution system; SPD (test
impulse D1) for signal line according to EN 61632-1. electrician and shall comply with Australia National Wiring Rules.

All DC cables should be installed to provide as short a run as possible, and positive ► Battery Safety Instructions
and negative cables of the string or main DC supply should be bundled
together. Avoiding the creation of loops in the system. This requirement for SolaX X1-Hybrid Series inverter should be worked with high voltage battery, for
short runs and bundling includes any associated earth bundling conductors. the specific parameters such as battery type, nominal voltage and nominal
capacity etc., please refer to section 4.3.
Spark gap devices are not suitable to be used in DC circuits once conducting,
they won’t stop conducting until the voltage across their terminals is typically As accumulator batteries may contain potential electric shock and short-circuit
below 30 volts. current danger, to avoid accidents that might be thus resulted, the following
warnings should be observed during battery replacement:
1: Do not wear watches, rings or similar metallic items.
► Anti-Islanding Effect 2: Use insulated tools.
3: Put on rubber shoes and gloves.
Islanding effect is a special phenomenon that grid-connected PV system still
4: Do not place metallic tools and similar metallic parts on the batteries.
supply power to the nearby grid when the voltage loss is happened in the
5: Switch off load connected to the batteries before dismantling battery
power system. It is dangerous for maintenance personnel and the public.
connection terminals.
X1-Hybrid seires inverter provide Active Frequency Drift(AFD) to prevent
6: Only personal with proper expertise can carry out the maintenance of
islanding effect.
accumulator batteries.

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Safety Safety

2.2 Explanation of Symbols


The inverter can not be disposed together with the household waste.
This section gives an explanation of all the symbols shown on the inverter and Disposal information can be found in the enclosed documentation.
on the type label.
Do not operate this inverter until it is isolated from battery,mains and
Symbols on the Inverter on-site PV generation suppliers.

Symbol Explanation Danger to life due to high voltage.


There is residual voltage existing in the inverter after powering off,
Operating Display. which needs 5 min to discharge.
• Wait 5 min before you open the upper lid or the DC lid.

Battery communication is active.

An error has occurred, please inform your installer immediately.


2.3 EC Directives
This chapter follows the requirements of the European low voltage
directives, which contains the safety instructions and conditions of
acceptability for the endues system, which you must follow when installing,
Symbols on the Type Label
operating and servicing the unit. If ignored, physical injury or death may
follow, or damage may occur to the unit. Read this instructions before you
Symbol Explanation
work on the unit. If you are unable to understand the dangers, warnings,
CE mark. cautions or instructions, please contact an authorized service dealer before
The inverter complies with the requirements of the applicable installing. Operating and servicing the unit.
CE guildlines. The Grid connected inverter meets the requirement stipulated in Low Voltage
Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
TUV certified. 2014/30/EU. The unit is based on:
EN 62109-1:2010 ; EN 62109-2:2011 ; IEC 62109-1(ed.1) ; IEC62109-2(ed.1)
EN 61000-6-3:2007+A:2011 ; EN 61000-6-1:2007 ; EN 61000-6-2:2005
RCM remark. In case of installation in PV system, startup of the unit (i.e. start of designated
operation) is prohibited until it is determined that the full system meets the
requirements stipulated in EC Directive (2014/35/EU,2014/30/EU, etc.)
SAA certification. The grid connected inverter leave the factory completely connecting device and
ready for connection to the mains and PV supply ,the unit shall be installed in
Beware of hot surface. accordance with national wiring regulations. Compliance with safety regulations
The inverter can become hot during operation. Avoid contact depends upon installing and configuring system correctly, including using the
during operation.
specified wires. The system must be installed only by professional assemblers who
Danger of high voltages. are familiar with requirements for safety and EMC. The assembler is responsible for
Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter! ensuring that the end system complies with all the relevant laws in the country
where it is to be used.
Danger. The individual subassembly of the system shall be interconnected by means of
Risk of electric shock! the wiring methods outlined in national/international such as the national electric
code (NFPA) No.70 or VDE regulation 0107.

Observe enclosed documentation.

08 09
Introduction Introduction

3. Introduction I Version applies to the wiring rules that requires Neutral line of
alternative supply must NOT be isolated or switched (applies to wiring
rules AS/NZS_3000:2012 for Australia and New Zealand).
3.1 Basic features
X1-Hybrid Seires is a high-quality inverter which can convert solar energy to AC
energy and store energy into battery.
The inverter can be used to optimize self consumption, store in the battery for PV1+ Inverter
future use or feedin to public grid. Work mode depends on PV energy and user’s PV1 -
preference. It can provide power for emergency use during the grid lost by using
the energy from battery and inverter(generated from PV). PV2+
PV2 -

► System Diagram
SolaX meter + -
Main switch

X1-Hybrid Series is designed with two EPS versions for customer to choose
based on the local rules.
Battery
E Version applies to the wiring rules that requires the Live line and Neutral line of RCD RCD
EPS must be disconnected with the Live line and Neutral line of grid. (applies to E-BAR
most countires)
E-BAR

PV1+ EPS
PV1 - Loads Loads
Inverter
PV2+
PV2 -

Note!
SolaX meter + - • Please control the home loads, and make sure it’s within the “EPS
Main switch
output rating” under EPS mode, otherwise the inverter will shutdown
with an “overlaod fault” warning.
• Please confirm with the mains grid operator whether there is any
PE Battery special regulations for grid connection.

DPDT
RCD RCD

E-BAR

EPS
Load

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Introduction Introduction

3.2 Work Modes


Work modes: Back up mode
X1-Hybrid Series inverter provides multiple work modes based on different
requirements. Priority:battery>load>grid
This mode applies the area that has frequent
power outages. And this mode ensures the
Work modes: Self-use (with PV Power) battery will has enough energy to supply
when the grid is off.
Priority: load>battery>grid
This mode applies the area that has low feed- In this mode battery will be charging forcibly
in tariff and high energy price. in the setting time and will never be
discharged when the grid is on, and it also
The power generated from PV will be used to allows to choose whether charge from the
supply the local loads firstly, then to charge grid or not.
the battery. The redundant power will export
to the public grid.

Work modes: Self-use (without PV Power) EPS Status

When no PV supplied, battery will discharge When the grid is off, system will supply
for local loads firstly, and grid will supply emergency power from PV or battery to
power when the battery capacity is not supply the home loads. (Battery is necessary
enough. in EPS mode.)

Work modes: Force time use

Priority:battery>load>grid(when charging)
Priority:load>battery>grid(when discharging)
This mode applies the area that has electricity
price between peak and valley. User can use 3.3 Dimension
off-peak electricity to charge the battery.
The charging and discharging time can be set 464.0mm 180.0 mm
flexibly, and it also allows to choose whether
charge from the grid or not.

Work modes: Feed in Priority

Priority:load>grid>battery

476.0 mm
This mode applies the area that has high feed-
in tariff and export control.

The PV generated power will be used to


supply the local loads firstly, then export to the
public grid. The redundant power will charge
the battery.
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Introduction Technical Data

3.4 Terminals of PV inverter 4. Technical Data


A B C D E F G H 4.1 DC input ( apply to version E, I, C )

X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D


Model
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N
Max. recommended DC power [W]

BMS
ON + + + 4000 5000 6000 6000

WiFi
EPS
Max. DC voltage[V] 600 600 600 600

Grid
OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT

Upgrade
Norminal DC operating voltage[V] 360 360 360 360

DRM/Meter
CAN/GEN

COM
- - - MPPT voltage range [V] 125-550 125-550 125-550 125-550
MPPT voltage range@full load [V] 160-500 195-500 240-500 260-500
Max. input current [A] 10/10 10/10 10/10 10/10
Max. short circuit current [A] 14/14 14/14 14/14 14/14
Start input voltage [V] 85 85 85 85
Start output voltage [V] 150 150 150 150
No. of MPP trackers 2 2 2 2
I JA K A
L M
Strings per MPP tracker 1 1 1 1
Backfeed current to PV array 0 0 0 0
Object Description DC disconnection swtich optional

A DC switch (optional)
4.2 AC output/input ( apply to version E, I, C )
B PV connection area
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
C Battery connection area Model
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N
D EPS output AC output
E Grid output Norminal AC power[VA] 3000 3680 4600 4999

F Battery communication Max. apparent AC power[VA] 3000 3680 4600 4999


Rated grid voltage(range)[V] 220/230/240 (180 to 270)
G WiFi port for external Pocket WiFi
Rated grid frequency[Hz] 50/60
H Waterproof valve Norminal AC current[A] 13 16 20 21.7

I Earthing screw Max.AC current[A] 14.4 16 21 21.7

CAN communication port for parallel operation/ Displacement power factor 0.8 leading...0.8 lagging

Generator communication port Total harmonic distortion(THDi) < 2%


J
(Both functions are being developed.) Load control optional
AC input
K Ethernet port
Norminal AC power[VA](E&C Version) 3000 3680 4600 4999
L DRM port / External meter port Norminal AC power[VA](I Version) 3000+4000(bypass) 3680+4000(bypass) 4600+5000(bypass) 4999+5000(bypass)

USB port for upgrading Rated grid voltage(range)[V] 220/230/240 (180 to 270)
M
Rated grid frequency[Hz] 50/60
Norminal AC current[A](E&C Version) 13 16 20 21.7
Max.AC current[A](E&C Version) 14.4 16 21 21.7
WARNING ! Norminal AC current[A](I Version) 13+17.4(bypass) 16+17.4(bypass) 20+17.4(bypass) 21.7+17.4(bypass)
Qualified electrician will be required for the installation. Max. AC current[A](I Version) 14.4+21.7(bypass) 16+21.7(bypass) 21+26.0(bypass) 21.7+26.0(bypass)

Displacement power factor 0.8 leading...0.8 lagging


AC inrush current 35 35 35 35

14 AC maximum output fault current 80 80 80 80 15


Technical Data Technical Data

4.3 Internal Charger ( apply to version E, I, C ) 4.5 EPS output ( apply to version E, I )
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model Model
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N

Battery type Lithium battery EPS rated power[VA] 4000 4000 5000 5000
Battery voltage range[V] 85-400 Max. EPS power[VA] 5000 5000 6000 6000
Recommended battery voltage[V] 300VDC EPS rated voltage[v], Frequency[Hz] 230VAC, 50/60
Recommended battery capacity[KWh] 4.8-16.8 EPS rated current[A] 17.4 17.4 21.7 21.7
Max. charge/discharge current[A] 20A(adjustable) Max. EPS current[A] 21.7 21.7 26.0 26.0
Peak charge/discharge current[A] 30A, 30s EPS peak power[W] 6000,10s 8000,10s
Communication interfaces CAN/RS485 Switch time[s] <500ms
Reverse connect protection Yes Total harmonic distortion(THDv) <2%

4.4 Efficiency, Safety and Protection ( apply to version E, I,C ) 4.6 General Data ( apply to version E, I, C )
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model Model
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N
MPPT efficiency 99.90% 99.90% 99.90% 99.90% Dimension [W/H/D](mm) 476*464*180
Euro efficiency 97.00% 97.00% 97.00% 97.00% Dimension of packing [W/H/D](mm) 600*540*350
Max. efficiency 97.80% 97.80% 97.80% 97.80% Net weight [kg] 24 24 24 24
Max. Battery charge efficiency Gross weight [kg] 27 27 27 27
98.50% 98.50% 98.50% 98.50%
(PV to BAT )(@full load)
Installation Wall-mounted
Max. Battery discharge efficiency -20~+60 (derating at 45)
97.00% 97.00% 97.00% 97.00% Operating temperature range[℃]
(BAT to AC)(@full load)
Storage temperature [℃] -20~+60
Safety & Protection
Storage/Operation relative humidity 0%~95% (without condensation)
Over/under voltage protection YES
Altitude [m] <2000
DC isolation protection YES
Ingress Protection IP65(for outdoor use)
Monitoring ground fault protection YES
Grid protection YES Protective Class Ⅰ

DC injection monitoring YES Night-time consumption <3W


Over Voltage Category Ⅲ(MAINS),Ⅱ(PV,Battery)
Back feed current monitoring YES
Residual current detection YES Pollution Degree III

Anti-islanding protection YES cooling Nautral

Over load protection YES Noise level <40dB

Over heat protection YES Inverter Topology non-isolated


Communication interface Ehternet, Meter, Wifi(optional), DRM, USB

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Installation Installation

5. Installation Object Description


H Ring terminal(for external enclosure grounding)
I Ring terminal(*2 for internal enclosure grounding)
5.1 Check for Physical Damage J gasket( for using thin cable to connect on the AC port)
K Grounding nut
Make sure the inverter is intact during transportation. If there is any visible
damage, such as cracks, please contact your dealer immediately. L Set screw( for mounting)
M User manual
N Warranty card
5.2 Packing List
O Quick installation guide
Open the package and take out the product, please check the accessories first. P Wifi module (optional)
The packing list shown as below.
Q 8pin positive terminal
R cable connector

5.3 Mounting
Installation Precaution
A B C D
X1-Hybrid Series inverter is designed for outdoor installation (IP 65).
Make sure the installation site meets the following conditions:

Not in direct sunlight.


Version I Version E&C Not in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
H I J K L Not in potential explosive areas.
E F G Not in the cool air directly.
Not near the television antenna or antenna cable.
Not higher than altitude of about 2000m above sea level.
Not in environment of precipitation or humidity (>95%).
Under good ventilation condition.
The ambient temperature in the range of -20℃ to +60℃.
M N O P Q R The slope of the wall should be within ±5°.
The wall hanging the inverter should meet conditions below:
1.solid brick/concrete, or strength equivalent mounting surface;
Object Description
2.Inverter must be supported or strengthened if the wall’s strength isn’t
A Inverter enough(such as wooden wall, the wall covered by thick layer of decoration)
B Bracket
Please AVOIDE direct sunlight, rain exposure, snow laying up during installation
C Expansion tube*4, Expansion screw*4 and operation.
D PV connectors (2*positive, 2*negative)
E Battery connectors (1*positive, 1*negative)
F PV pin connectors (2*positive, 2*negative)
4 6AWG AC terminals and 4 10AWG AC terminals for Version I
G 4 10AWG AC terminals and 4 8AWG AC terminals for Version E and Version C
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Installation Installation

Ø Space Requirement

375.0 mm
300mm

Table Available Space Size

263.0 mm
Position Min.size
300mm 300mm
Left 300mm
Right 300mm
Top 300mm
Bottom 300mm
Front 300mm
Step 1
300mm

Ø Mounting Steps

Tools required for installation.


Installation tools : wire crimper, stripping pliers,screwdriver, manual Step 2
wrench and

Step 1: Screw the wall bracket on the wall


1.1 Place the bracket on the wall and mark down the position of the 4 holes.
1.2 Drill holes with driller, make sure the holes are deep enough (at least 60mm) to
support the inverter.
1.3 Install the expansion tubes in the holes, and tighten them. Then install the wall Torque:1.5±0.2Nm Step 3
bracket with the expansion screws.
Overview of Mounting
Step 2: Place the inverter on the wall mounted bracket by holding the handle on
the side.

Step 3: Screw the set screw on the left-bottom of inverter tightly.

Step 4: If necessary, costomer can install an anti-theft lock on the left-bottom of


the inverter.

Step 4
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Electrical Connection Electrical Connection

6. Electrical Connection Connection Steps


Below tools are needed before connection.

6.1 PV connection Wire crimper recommended


X1-Hybrid can be connected in series with 2-strings PV modules for 3.0KW, model :H4TC0001
3.7KW, 4.6KW and 5KW. manufacturer:Amphenol
Strpping pliers Wire crimper
Select PV modules with excellent function and reliable quality. Open-circuit
voltage of module arrays connected in series should be <Max. DC input voltage;
operating voltage should be conformed to MPPT voltage range.The a) Turn off the DC switch, then Choose 12 AWG wire to connect the PV module.
configuration current should be under the maximum dc input current. b) Trip 7mm of insulation from the wire end by using the strpping pliers.
Max.DC Voltage Limitation
trip length 7.0 mm
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model 12AWG
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N

Max. DC Voltage (V) 600


MPPT Voltage Range(V) 125-550 c) Insert striped wire into pin contact and ensure all conductor strand are captured
in the pin contact.
Warning!
PV module voltage is very high, which already achieve dangerous
pin contact
voltage range, please comply with electric safety rules when connecting.
Please do not make PV positive or negative ground!

d) Crimp pin contact by using the wire crimper.


Note!
Please choose a fitting external DC switch if the model (X1-Hyrbid-3.0- Crimp these parts
Wire crimper
N, X1-Hyrbid-3.7-N, X1-Hyrbid-4.6-N, X1-Hyrbid-5.0-N) is purchased.
The following requirements of PV modules need to be applied for each
input area; ( recommended model: H4TC0001, manufacturer: Amphenol)
- Same type - Same quantity - Identical alignment - Identical tilt
Please do not make PV positive or negative ground!
In order to save cable and reduce the DC loss, we suggest to install the e) Separate the DC connector as two parts: the plug and the cable nut.
inverter near PV modules. Then insert the wire with pin contact through the cable nut.

x
Note!
PV connection mode below is NOT allowed!
plug cable nut
+ + +
- PV1
-
+ + PV2
- - -
PV array Inverter f ) Insert the wire into plug forcibly, when a "click” is heard or felt the pin contact
PV connection mode below is allowed! assembly is seated correctly. Then tighten the cable nut.


+ + +- PV1
-
+
+- PV2
-
PV array Inverter
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6.2 Grid Connection


Step2.

X1-Hybrid series inverter are designed for single phase grid. Voltage is
220/230/240V, frequency is 50/60Hz. Other technical requests should comply
with the requirement of the local public grid.

Table 4 Cable and Micro-breaker recommended φ4 hexagon wrench. torque:3±0.1Nm


X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N Step3. Cable Size: Refer to Tabel 4(page 24)
E Version & C Version
Cable 4-5mm² 4-5mm² 5-6mm² 5-6mm² 12mm
Micro-breaker 20A 20A 32A 32A
I Version
Inverter+BMU
Cable 8-10mm² 8-10mm² 10-13mm² 10-13mm²
60mm
Micro-breaker 50A 50A 63A 63A

Micro-breaker should be installed between inverter and grid, any load should Step4.
not be connected with inverter directly.

Note: No need to conn- Note: I port has been


ect wire on X port by wired during the
enduser! manufactory.

Connection Steps:
L L
XN I N

Step1. Check the grid voltage. Insert AC cable into Grid port
1.1 Check the grid voltage and compare with the permissive voltage range (Please refer to
through screw cap
technical data).
1.2 Disconnect the circuit board from all the phases and secure against re-connection. (Torque:1.2±0.1Nm)

Step2. Remove the top-down cover from the inverter.


E Version I Version
Step3. Make AC wires. L-wire,N-wire connection
3.1 Choose the appropriate wire(Cable size: refer to Table 4).
3.2 Reserve about 60mm of conductor material sectional area. Torque:1.2±0.1Nm
3.3 Remove 12mm of insulation from the end of wire.
3.4 Insert stripped wires into AC terminal and ensure that all conductor strands are captured in
the AC terminal.
3.5 Compress the AC terminal head by using a crimping pliers and screw down screw cap tightly.

Step4. Insert AC cable into Grid port through screw cap and then tighten the
screw cap. Insert L wire and N wire into corresponding ports of AC terminal.
Compress the PE wire with earth terminal , then screw it on the grounding stud.

PE wire connection
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6.3 EPS Connection( apply to I Version and E Version only)


E Version Manual Required for Changeover Switch

X1-Hybrid series inverter has On and Off grid function, the inverter will deliver E Version wired by manufactor
output power through AC port when the grid is on, and it will deliver output required for installation
PV2+ PV1+ RCMB
power through EPS port when the the grid is off.
PV2 - PV1 -
+
Battery
Ø I Version & E Version L PE L -
X1-Hybrid series inverter provides two versions for customer to choose based on
EPS AC
the local rules. EPS breaker: refer to
Table 5(page 28)
“I Version” means inverter has an build-in changeover switch. This version applies
L
to the wiring rules which requires Neutral line of alternative supply must not be N
isolated or switched.(applies to wiring rules AS/NZS3000:2014 of Australia and changeover device( DPDT )
New Zealand.) RCD PE
“E Version” means inverter needs to install an external changeover device for EPS
function. This version applies to the wiring rules which allows Neutral line of RCD: type A RCD Load E-BAR
alternative supply can be isolated or switched.( applies to most of the countries) L
EPS Load

Ø Auto & Manual


EPS function can be achieved automatically or manually according to user’s wishes. E Version Auto Required for Changeover Switch
For “I Version” inverter, EPS function can only be triggered automatically.
For “E Version” inverter, EPS function can be triggered either automatically or E Version wired by manufactor
manually according to user’s preference.
RCMB required for installation
If user wants to use this function manually, it will need to be installed an external PV2+ PV1+

switch. Please refer to specific wiring diagram below. PV2 - PV1 -


+
For automatical solution, please contact our sales. Battery
L PE L -
EPS AC
I Version Auto Do not required for Changeover Switch EPS breaker: refer to
Table 5(page 28)
L
wired by manufactor
I Version N
required for installation Contactor Device
RCMB Contactor RCD PE
PV2+ PV1+
PV2 - PV1 -
+ RCD: type A RCD Load E-BAR
Battery
L I I L - L
EPS Load
EPS AC
EPS breaker: refer to Please contact our sales for any compatible contactor purchase requirement .
Table 5(page 28) L
N
RCD: type A RCD
RCD PE Note!
L N-BAR In case of discrepancies between wiring mode of local policy and
EPS Load Load E-BAR the operation guide above, espescially for the wiring of neutral line,
grounding and RCD, please contact us before any operation!

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Ø Connection Steps: Ø Requirements for EPS load

Step1.Make EPS wires.


3.1 Choose the appropriate wire(cable size: refer to picture below). WARNING !
3.2 Reserve about 60mm of conductor material sectional area. Make sure the EPS load power rating is within EPS output rating,
3.3 Remove 12mm of insulation from the end of wire. otherwise the inverter will shutdown with an “over load” warning.
3.4 Insert stripped wires into AC terminal and insure all conductor strands are captured in
the AC terminal. When an “over load” is appeared, adjust the load power to make
3.5 Compress the AC terminal head by using a crimping pliers and screw down screw cap tightly. sure it is within the EPS output power range, then turn the inverter
back on.
Step2. Insert EPS cable into EPS port through screw cap and then tighten the
screw cap. Insert L wire, N wire and PE wire( PE wire applies to E Version only) For the nonlinear load, please make sure the inrush power should
be within the EPS output power range.
into corresponding ports of EPS terminal and screw them tightenly.
Configuration current less than the maximum dc input current,
Step1. generally lithium and lead acid capacity and voltage are linear decline.
12mm

I Version
60mm

Below table shows some common feasible loads for you reference.
12mm
Note: Please check with the manufacturer for high power inductive load.
E Version
60mm
Power Common Example
Type equipment
Table 5 Cable and Micro-breaker recommended Start Rated Equipment Start Rated
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N Resistive
X1 X1 100W 100VA 100VA
EPS Cable ≥5mm² ≥5mm² ≥5mm² ≥5mm² load (W) (W)
Incandescent TV Incandescent
EPS breaker 25A 25A 32A 32A lamp lamp

Step2.
Note: The black cable( the I port ) has
been wired during the Capacitive 80VA 60VA
I Version X2 X 1.5
manufactory. load 40W (W) (W)
LNI
Fluorescent lamp Fluorescent lamp

Inductive X 3~5 X2 450-750VA 300VA


load 150W (W) (W)
Fan Fridge Fridge

E
L NP
E Version

Note: Connect PE wire into


PE port!

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6.4 Battery Connection Note!


The battery communication can only work when the battery BMS is
compatible with the inverter.
Charging & discharging system of X1-Hybrid series inverter is designed for
high-voltage lithium battery.
Before choosing battery, please note the maximum voltage of battery can not
exceed 400V and the rated voltage of battery can not exceed 350V, and the Ø Power Connection Steps:
battery communication should be compatible with X1-Hybrid inverter.
Step1. Choose the 9 AWG wire and strip the cable to 15mm.

Ø Battery breaker Step2. Insert the stripped cable up to the stop ( negative cable for DC plug(-) and
positive cable for DC socket(+) are live). Hold the housing on the screw
Before connecting to battey, please install a nonpolarized DC breaker to make sure
connection.
inverter can be securely disconnected during maintanance.
Step3. Press down spring until it clicks audibly into place.( The live wire must be
X1-Hybrid-3.0-D X1-Hybrid-3.7-D X1-Hybrid-4.6-D X1-Hybrid-5.0-D
Model visible in the chamber)
X1-Hybrid-3.0-N X1-Hybrid-3.7-N X1-Hybrid-4.6-N X1-Hybrid-5.0-N

Nominal voltage of DC breaker should be larger than maximum Step4. Tighten the screw connection(tighten torque:2.0Nm)
Voltage
voltage of battery. Step5. Plug the battery connectors into the corresponding BAT port of inverter.
Current[A] 32A
Step2.
Ø Battery connection diagram screw connection
screw connection
BMS

ON + + +
WiFi
EPS

Grid

OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT
Upgrade
CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter

RF
LAN

- - -

DC plug housing(-) DC socket housing(+)

Step3. spring Step 4.


Nonpolarized
DC breaker
Communication connection
chamber
Power connection

-
+ CAN/RS485

high-voltage lithium battery.


wire strands
Note:
When working with Pylontech batteries, It is recommended the number of battery module Step5.
(H48050-15S) is 2-7 and the number of battery manager system (SC0500A-100S) is 1.
When working with SOLAX batteries, It is recommended the number of battery module
(HV10045/HV10063) is 1-3 and the number of battery controller (MC0500) is 1. ON
+ + +

BMS
EPS
OFF

Grid
PV1 PV2 BAT

Ø BMS PIN Definition

Upgrade
CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter
LAN
- - -

Communication interface bewteen inverter and battery is CAN with a RJ45


connector.

1 PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Note: BAT port, not PV port!

8 Definition NTC GND GND BMS_CANH BMS_CANL X BMS_485A BMS_485B


Note: The positive line and negative line are not allowed to access anti-Line.

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Ø Communication Connection Steps: 6.5 Earth Connection (mandatory)

Step1. Prepare a communication cable (without sheath) and insert the commu- Users must addtionally earth the inverter to the enclosure of a second earthing or
nication cable through the cable connector which can be found in the equipotential bonding. This prevents electric shock if the original protective
accessories package . conductor fails.

Step2. Crimp the communication cable with a Rj45 plug which is inside of the
cable connector.
Ø Earth Connection Steps:
Step3. Insert the cable connector into BMS port inside of inverter and screw it
tightly. Then insert other side of communication cable into RS485 or Can port on
the battery. Step1. Strip the earthing cable insulation and insert the stripped cable into the
Battery BMS module(Pylontech: RS485 port; Triple Power: CAN port; Please check ring terminal, then clamp it .
the battery manual for more details). Step2. Place the ring terminal into the earthing rod and screw the earthing screw
tightly.
Step1 Step2
cable connector
communication cable Step1

Cable size: 12AWG.


ring terminal

Rj45 plug

Step2 B C

Step3

BMS
ON + + +

WiFi
EPS

Grid
OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT
BMS

ON + + +

Upgrade
WiFi

CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter

RF
EPS

LAN
Grid

OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT C - - -
Upgrade
CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter

RF
LAN

- - -

BMS Port (φ4 hexagon wrench.torque:1.5±0.2Nm)

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6.6 Meter/CT Connection Ø Meter Connection Steps:


X1-Hybird inverter should work with a Meter or a current sensor(CT for short below) for Step1. Prepare a connector and two communication wires.
monitoring the power usage. A meter or a CT could deliver the data to inverter to
Step2. Unscrew the nut of Meter connector and insert two communication
achieve the export control function.
wires through it.
User can choose to use a Meter or a CT in accordance with the actual use.
Please note that it is necessary to use the meter/CT brand recommanded by SOLAX. Step3. Trip the insulation from the communication wires, then insert one side
of wires into pin1 and pin2 holes of the 8 pin positive terminal which can be
Ø Meter connection found in accessories package. And then screw them tightly.
Step4. Insert the positive terminal into the corresponding negative terminal block
Note! inside of the inverter. And then screw it tightly.
It is necessary to connect meter to inverter otherwise inverter will
shutdown with a “Meter fault” alert.
The smart meter must be authorized by Solax, any third party or
Step1 Step2
non-authorized meter may not match with the inverter.

Solax will not take the responsibility if the meter is unavailable.

Meter connection diagram


B C

ON + + +
BMS

WiFi
EPS

Grid

OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT
Upgrade
DRM/Meter
CAN/GEN

RF
LAN

- - -

I
Step3 Torque:0.2±0.1Nm

10.0mm
Electrical
grid Single phase Load
meter
L conductor

N
Home Electric meter
Meter1

If user has other generator in home and wants to monitor Step4


it both, X1-Hybrid inverer provides a communication function other generator Torque:0.4±0.1Nm
for monitoringthe other generator device by installing
another Meter2.
For more referance, please contact SOLAX. Meter2

Ø Meter PIN Definition


Communication interface bewteen inverter and meter is RS485 with two wires.
Note: Plseae make sure meterA and meterB is connected to port RS485A and
RS485B on the meter.
meterA(pin1)
meterB(pin2)

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Ø CT Connection:
CT structural decomposition
The current sensor measures the current on the phase wire that runs between CT clamp
the inverter and the grid. two comm cables

Screw cap
Note!
CT function can only be worked with the X1-Hybrid E version or I version communication line
Inverter. The C version inverter can not work with CT connected.

CT connection diagram Step1. Insert the side with two comm cables of CT into the Meter port on the
inverter, and screw down the screw cap tightly.
Step2. Trip the insulation from the communication wires, then insert one side

BMS
ON + + +

WiFi
of wires into pin5 and pin 6 holes of the 8 pin positive terminal which can be
EPS

Grid
OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT

Upgrade
CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter

RF
found in accessories package. And then screw them tightly.
LAN
- - -

Step3. Insert the positive terminal into the corresponding negative terminal block
inside of the inverter. And then screw it tightly.

Electrical
Step4. Clip the CT clamp on L line from the home main meter box side. Make sure
Load
grid the current sensor is installed in the right direction: The arrow on the current
L CT sensor must point to the public grid.
N
Home Electric meter Step1
+

Important: The arrows direction on the CT

Meter

AC

Meter
BAT DRM

must point to the public grid side. -

Upgrade
BMS
485
WiFi/LAN/GPRS

Public Grid L line


Screw cap
CT Meter port on the Meter port on the inverter
bottom of inverter

Step2 Torque:0.2±0.1Nm Step3 Torque:0.4±0.1Nm

Ø CT PIN Definition 10.0mm

The CT PIN definition is pin5 and pin6 shown as below.


conductor
pin5
pin6

Step4
CT Connection Steps: L line from the home main meter box side.

NOTE!
public grid side inverter side
• Do not place the CT on the N Wire or the earth wire.
• Do not place the CT on the N and L wire simultaneously. CT clamp
• Do not place the CT with the arrow pointing to the inverter side.
• Do not place the CT on the non-insulated wires.
• Do not use the wire over 25m. arrow point to the public grid

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6.7 LAN Connection Ø Communication Connection Steps:


Step1. Prepare a communication cable (without sheath) and insert the commu-
LAN communication is the standard communication interface. It can transmit the nication cable through the cable connector which can be found in the
data between the router and inverter via the local network. accessories package .
Step2. Crimp the communication cable with a Rj45 plug which is inside of the
Ø Application Occasion cable connector.

This function is appliable for the below situation:


When the wifi signal is too weak to transmit data, user can use LAN port for the Step3. Insert the cable connector into COM port inside of inverter and screw it
monitoring with a data cable. tightly. Then insert other side of communication cable into home router
Note: The wifi module still needs to be connected when using LAN connection. or other device.

Step1 Step2
Slaox Could cable connector
communication cable

data cable
Router

Ø LAN PIN Definition


Rj45 plug
Communication interface bewteen inverter and router is RS485 with a RJ45
connector.
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Step3
8 TX+ TX- RX+ X X RX- X X

BMS
ON + + +

WiFi
EPS

Grid
OFF
PV1 PV2 BAT C

Upgrade
CAN/GEN

DRM/Meter

RF
COM
- - -

COM Port

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6.8 DRM Connection Ø DRM Connection Steps:

DRM is provided to support several demand response modes by emitting control Please refer to BMS connection steps for DRM connection. Please kindly
signals as below. noted the PIN definition and port position will be slightly different.

Mode Requirement
DRM0 Operate the disconnection device
DRM1 Do not consume power

DRM/Meter
DRM
DRM2 Do not consume at more than 50% of rated power
Do not consume at more than 75% of rated power AND
DRM3 Source reactive power if capable
Increase power consumption
DRM4 (subject to constraints from other active DRMs) DRM/Meter Port DRM/Meter Port: The second RJ45 port from right side
DRM5 Do not generate power
DRM6 Do not generate at more than 50% of rated power
Do not generate at more than 75% of rated power AND
DRM7 Sink reactive power if capable
Increase power generation
DRM8 BMS
(subject to constraints from other active DRMs)

1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

8 DRM1/5 DRM2/6 DRM3/7 DRM4/8 +3.3V DRM0 GND GND

Note: Only PIN6(DRM0) and PIN1(DRM1/5)are available now, and other PIN
functions are being developed.

& for meter connection( refer to page X )

& Turn off the switch to shut down the inverter remotely.

& & & & & & & Seven ports are reserved.

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6.9 WiFi Connection(optional) 6.10 Inverter Manipulation

Inverter provides a WiFi port which can collect data from inverter and
Ø Start inverter after checking all below steps:
transmit it to monitoring-website via a Pocket WiFi.
(Purchase the product from supplier if needed)
Ensure the inverter fixed well on the wall.
Ø Diagram Make sure all the DC wirings and AC wirings are completed.
Make sure the meter is connected well.
Make sure the battery is connected well.
Slaox Could
Make sure the external EPS contactor is connected well. (if needed)
Turn on the AC switch and EPS switch
Turn on the PV/DC switch and battery switch.
Router 8 Long-press the “Enter” key for five seconds to exit Off Mode.(The mode is Off
Mode when you use it for the first time; factory default: Off Mode )

Ø WiFi Connection Steps:

Step1. Plug Pocket Wifi into “WiFi” port at the bottom of the inverter. PV1+
PV1 -
Step2. Build the connection between the inverter and router. Inverter
PV2+
Step3. Create a user account online.
PV2 -

( Please check the Pocket WiFi user manual for more details.)
+ -
SolaX meter
Main switch

PE Battery

DPDT
RCD RCD

E-BAR

EPS
Load

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Electrical Connection Firmware Upgrading

Ø Check the inverter: 7. Firmware Upgrading


Step1. Check the status of indicators and LCD screen. The left indicator should
be blue and the indicator screen should display the main interface.

User can upgrade inverter’s firmware via an U-disk.


Note!
If the left indicator is not blue please check below the three points:
- All the connections are correct. Ø Preparation
- All the external breakers are switched on.
- The DC switch on the inverter is in the “ON” position. Please ensure the inverter is steadily powered on.
Inverter must connect PV panels and keep the battery on through whole procedure
of upgrading.
Step2. There is a setting guide on the LCD screen if it is the first time to start up, Please prepare a PC and an make sure the size of U-disk is under 32G,and the format
pls follow it. For specific setting, please refer to section 8 (Setting).
is fat 16 or fat 32.
Step3. Set WiFi according to wifi user manual.
Step4. Operate “Self Test”. (applies to Italy only)
Warning!
Make sure the PV input power is more than 150V (operate the upgrade
on a sunny day), otherwise it may result in serious failing during upgrading.

Ø Self-test in accordance with CEI 0-21(applies to Italy only)

The self-test is only required for inverters, which are commissioned in Italy. The Ø Upgrading Steps:
Italian standard requires that all inverters feeding into the utility grid are equipped
Step1. Please contact our service support to get the update les, and extract it
with a self-test function in accordance with CEI 0-21. During the self-test, the
inverter will consecutively check the protection reaction times and values for into your U-disk as follow:
overvoltage, undervoltage, overfrequency and underfrequency. “update\ARM\618.00050.00_Hybrid_X1G3_Manager_VX.XX_XX-XX.usb”;
“update\DSP\618.00084.00_Hybrid_X1G3_Master_VX.XX_XXXXXXXX”;
Selftest function is available at any time, and the test report will show on the LCD (Vx.xx is version number, xxxxxxxx is le complation date)
display for end-user.
Warning!
Make sure the directory is in accordance with above form strictly!
Do not modify the program file name, or it may cause the inverter
not work anymore!
Ø Shut down the inverter :

Step1. Press the “Enter” key for five seconds to enter Off Mode. Step2. Press the “Enter” key for 5 seconds to enter Off Mode. Then unscrew the
waterproof lid and insert U-disk into the “upgrade” port at the bottom of the inverter.
Step2. Turn off the AC switch, EPS switch and battery switch.
Step3. Wait 5 min before you open the upper lid.(if in need of repair)
Step3. The LCD will be shown as picture 3-1. Then press up and down to select the
one that you want to upgrade and press “OK” to confirm to upgrade.

Step4. After the upgrade is finished, the LCD will display “succeed”(only for DSP
upgrades), please remember to pull off the U-disk, screw the waterproof lid and press
the “Esc” to return to the Main interface. Then press the “Enter” key to exit Off Mode.

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Firmware Upgrading Setting

Step2
8. Setting

8.1 Control Panel

U-disk A

C
Step3 D
B

Update Update(ARM)
>ARM
Updating---------25%
DSP
E F G H

Object Name Description


A LCD
Display the information of the inverter.
Warning! Screen
If the upgrading is broken off during operation, please ensure the inverter lit in blue: The inverter is in normal status or in EPS mode.
is steadily powered on and reinsert the U-disk. B flash in blue: The inverter is in waiting status.
Off: The inverter is in fault status.

lit in green: The battery communication is normal.


Indicator
C flash in green: The battery is in idle mode.
LED
Off: The communication between inverter and battery is failed.

lit in red: The inverter is in fault status.


D
Off: The inverter has no errors.
E ESC button: Return from current interface or function.
F Function Up button: Move cursor to upside or increase value.
G Button Down button: Move cursor to downside or decrease value.
H OK button: Confirm the selection.

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Setting Setting

8.2 Menu Structure 8.3 LCD Operation


All advance setting can only be set
by the technician or the installer with LCD Digital Display
Grid the installer password. The main interface is the default interface, the inverter will automatically jump to
this interface when the system started up successfully or not operated for a
Status

Solar
Safety period of time.
Charger The information of the interface is as below. “Power” means the instant output
Power Factor power; “Today” means the power generated within the day. “Battery” means the
EPS
left capacity of battery energy.
Grid
Inverter Yield
Export Control Power 0W
Today 0.0KWh
History

EPS Yield
GlblMTTPFunc Battery %
On-grid
Normal
Meter Yield
Remote Control
Error Logs P(U ) Function

DRM Function Menu interface


Date Time
The menu interface is a transfer interface for user to get into another interface
Menu

Language Self Test to change the setting or getting the information.


-User can get into this interface by pressing “OK” button when LCD displays the
Charger main interface.
Ethernet
Battery -User can select interface by moving the cursor with function button,and press
Setting

Work Mode EPS “OK” to confirm.

Relay Control

Advanced Reset Inv Energy Menu


need password Status
System Switch

Reset Errorlog History


Settings
Inverter SN
Reset Reset Meter Energy
Register1 SN Reset Mgr EE

Register2 SN Config Guide Menu


Inverter Type
About

CT/Meter Setting
Inverter DSP1 Status History Setting System Switch About

Manager ARM New Password

Internal Code Register1 SN: it indicates the serial number of the


external monitoring devices,such as pocket WiFi,
SystemRunTime pocket LAN and pocket GPRS.
Register2 SN: it indicates the serial number of built
-in Ethernet.
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Setting Setting

Ø Status b) Solar
This status shows the real time PV condition of the system, such as input
voltage, current and power situation of each PV input.
Grid

Solar

Status
Solar
Charger
U1 360.0V
I1 1.0A
EPS P1 360W

● Status
The status function contains five items of the inverter(grid, solar, charger, eps and
Load). C) Charger
Press up and down to select and press “OK” to confirm the selection, press “ESC” This status shows the charger situation of the system. Include the battery
to return to Menu. voltage, charge or discharge current. Charge or discharge power, battery
capacity and battery temperature. “+” means in charging; “-” means in
discharging.

Status Charger
Grid U 100.0V
Solar I +1.0A
Battery P +100W

a) Grid d) EPS
This status shows the current grid condition such as voltage, current, output EPS will only have data when the inverter is working in EPS mode, it will show the
power and the local consumed power. real time data of the EPS output such as voltage, current, power, frequency.
Pout measures the output of the inverter;
Pgrid measures power export to or import from grid.
Positive value means the energy feeds into grid, negative value means the
energy used from the grid. EPS
U 220V
I 12A
P 2640VA

Grid
U 000.0V
I 00.0A
P 00.0W

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Setting Setting

b) EPS Yeild
The EPS Yield function contains EPS yield for today and total.

Ø History
Inverter Yield

EPS Yield
EPS Yield
History >Today:
Load Consume
0.0KWH

Meter Yield

Error Logs

● History c) Meter Yield


The history function contains five items of the information: Inverter yield, charger The Meter Yield contains four items: FeedInToday, FeedInTotal, ConsumeToday
yield, load consume, feed in energy and error logs. and ConsumeTotal.
Press up and down to select ,and press “OK” to confirm the selection, press “ESC”
to return to Menu.

Meter Yield
>FeedInToday:
History 0.0KWH
Inverter Yield
EPS Yield
Load Consume

e) Error Logs
The Error logs record the lastest six error messages happened.

a) Inverter Yield
This Inverter Yield contains four items: OutputGridToday, OutputGridTotal,
InputGridToday and InputGridTotal.
Error logs
>
No error
Inverter Yield
>OutputGridToday

0.8KWH

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Setting Setting

Ø Setting ● Setting
This function is used for setting of the inverter time, connection, battery
,grid and so on.
Enduser can set Date Time, Language and Ethernet directly.
Safety (f-1-1) But for advance setting, it requires installer password to operate most of the
professional settings.
Power Factor (f-1-2)

(f-1)
Grid (f-1-3) Settings
On-grid
Date Time
Export Control (f-1-4)
Language
Ethernet
(a) GlblMPPTFunc (f-1-5)

Date Time (f-1-6)


Remote Control
P(U ) Function (f-1-7)
(b)
DRM Function (f-1-8)
Language
a) Date Time
Setting

Self Test (f-1-9) This interface is for user to set the system date and time.
( c)
(f-2)
Charger (f-2-1)
Ethernet Battery
(f-2-2)
EPS
Date time
(d)
Reset Inv Energy (f-3-1)
2013 ->06 <-06
Work Mode 10:19
Reset Errorlog (f-3-2)

(f-3) (f-3-3)
Reset Meter Energy
(e)
Reset
Reset Mgr EE (f-3-4)
Relay Control
b) Language
Config Guide (f-3-5) This inverter provides several languages for customer to select.
(f )

Advanced (f-4)
need password CT/Meter Setting
Language
English
(f-5) Deutsch
New Password

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Setting Setting

There are 4 work modes for choice.

All these work modes is available for on-grid condition only:


c) Ethernet
Parameter Comment
There are two modes to obtain IP address: static and DHCP.
User can set the information about ethernet such as IP address, subnet mask The PV generated power will be used to supply the local loads
number, default gateway number and Mac address. first, then to charge the battery. The redundant power will
Self Use export to the public grid.
(default) When there is no PV supplied, battery will discharge for local
loads first, and grid will supply power when the battery capacity
is not enough.
Ethernet The priority of inverter output power is:
> IP Method supplying the load charging the battery feeding to the grid
DHCP
Battery will stop discharging to keep higher capacity when the
grid is on. when the power generated by PV is not enough, the
battery will discharge to supply the local loads too. And if still
Back Up Mode not enough, the grid will power the local loads together.
This work mode applies to the area where suffering from
blackout regularly.

The priority of inverter output power is:


Feed in Priority
d) Work mode feeding to the grid supplying the load charging the
battery.
This work mode applies to the area with high feed-in tariff.
For “Force Time Use” mode, there are 8 parameters that needs to be set.
In this work mode the charging and discharging time can be set
Force Time Use flexibly, and it also allows to choose whether charge from the
Work Mode Work Mode Work Mode
grid or not. Other time it follows the priority of Self Use mode.
>Charger period 1
>Mode Select > Charge
Charge From Grid Start time 1
Force time use
Disable 08:00

e) Relay Control

Parameter Comment Relay Control is an optional function which can control designated load
Charger start time1 The start time of the rst charger period. intelligently by consuming the surplus energy when feed in power reaches
Charger end time1 The end time of the rst charger period.
certain value.
This function can only be achieved with solax product “Smart Plug”.
Charger start time2 The start time of the second charger period. For specific operation, please refer to “ Smart Plug user manual”.
Charger end time2 The end time of the second charger period.

Relay Control

>Relay1 Setting
>Relay2 Setting

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Setting Setting

f ) Advanced f-1-2) Power Factor ( For specific country if required by the local grid.)
There are 5 modes for selecting: Off , Under-Excited, Over-Excited, Curve, Q( u ).
All the advance setting can be set here, such as battery, grid, EPS and so on.
“Advanced” is divided four parts: On-grid, Battery, Reset, User-define. And every
Mode Comment
part has lower level parts.
Pls contact with your installer or factory for the installer password to enter. Off -
Under-Excited PF value
Over-Excited PF value
Advanced
Upper limit
On-grid
Lower limit
Battery
Reset Power Upper
Curve
Power Lower
PFLockInPoint ( CEI 0-21 only)
PFLockOutPoint ( CEI 0-21 only)
Safety (f-1-1)
QuVupRate
( EN50438_NL only)
Power Factor (f-1-2)
Q( u )
QuVlowRate
Grid (f-1-3) ( EN50438_NL only)

Export Control (f-1-4) Reactive power control, Reactive standard curve cos φ = f(P)
(f-1)

On-grid For VDE ARN 4105, curve cos φ = f(P) should refer to curve A. default value of setting is as
GlblMPPTFunc (f-1-5)
shown in curve A.
Remote Control (f-1-6)
For E 8001, curve cos φ = f(P) should refer to curve B. default value of setting is as shown in
P(U ) Function (f-1-7) curve B.

DRM Function (f-1-8) For CEI 0-21, default value of PFLockInPoint is 1.05, when Vac > 1.05Vn, and Pac> 0.2 Pn,
curve cos φ = f(P) should refer to curve C. Default value of PFLockOutPoint is 1 when Vac < 1
Self Test (f-1-9) Vn, cos φ = f(P) will exit curve C.

cos φ
leading
0.9/0.95*

over-excited
f-1-1) Safety
User can set safety standard according to different countries and grid tied
stanndards.There are 8 standards to select. (May change without notice) 1
0.2 0.5 1.0

under-excited
p/pEmax

Item Standard Country


1 VDE 0126 German
2 ARN 4015 German 0.9/0.95*
lagging
3 AS 4777 Australia
curve A
4 EN 50549_EU Netherland
5 G98/G99 UK
6 EN 50438_NL Netherland
7 CEI 0-21 Italy
8 IEC61727_In India

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Setting Setting

Upper limit f-1-3) Grid


0.9 The enduser do not need to set the grid parameters. All default value has set on
factory according to safety rules.

inductive
If need to reset, any changes should according to the requirement of local grid.
Power Upper
0.7 0.8
0.2 0.3
f (P) Parameter Comment

capactive
Power Lower
Normally
Vac upper Voltage high protect
0.9 Vac lower Voltage low protect
Lower limit
curve B Vac upper slow Voltage high slow protect
Vac lower slow Voltage low slow protect
Fac upper Frequency high protect
Fac lower Frequency low protect
Fac upper slow Frequency high slow protect
cosφ
Fac lower slow Frequency low slow protect
0.95
Vac 10m avg 10 min voltage high protect
inductive

Apply to Italy(CEI0-21) only.


Tuvp_Fast Overvoltage protect fast time
0.2 0.5 1.0
Tovp_Fast Undervoltage protect fast time
f (P)
capactive

Tufp_Fast Overfrequency protect fast time


Tofp_Fast Underfrequency protect fast time
0.95 Tuvp_Slow Overvoltage protect slow time
curve C Tovp_Slow Undervoltage protect slow time
Tufp_Slow Overfrequency protect slow time
Tofp_Slow Underfrequency protect slow time
FreDrpDlyTime Frequency droop delay time
Apply to EN50438_NL only.
FreqSetPoint Frequency set point
Reactive power control, Reactive standard curve Q= f(V)
FreqDropRate Frequency droop rate
Q V2s=1.10Vn Apply to EN50549_EU only.
Qmax V1s=1.08Vn=QuVlowRate OFPL_Start Point Over frquency power limit start point
V2i=0.90Vn T_Start Chacking time set
V2i=0.92Vn=QuVlowRate FreqDropRate Frequency droop rate
V1s V2s
UFPL_StartPoint Under frequency power limit start point
V2i V1i V UFPL_Stetting Under frequency power limit switch set
oFPL_Stetting Over frequency power limit switch set
-Qmax
f-1-4) Export control
This function allows the inverter able to control energy.There are user value and
factory value. The factory value is default which can not be changed by user. The
user value setting by installer must be less than the factory value.
Choose”Disable” means the function will be shut off.
The meaning of the set number is the max. output power allowed. If the user do
not want feed any power into grid, then please set it to 0.
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Setting Setting

f-1-8) DRM Function( applies to NZS4777.2)


DRM function is Demand Response Mode which is required by standard NZS4777.2
Export Control .and applies to NZS4777..2 only.
The default value is “enable”. Choose “disable” means the funciton is turn off.
User value:
4000W DRM Funciton
Mode Select
f-1-5) GlblMPPTFunc >Enable<
GlblMPPTFunc means global Max. power point shadow track function.
When a part of PV panel is covered by a shadow, it might procduct two or more
top points(refer to Curve B), and inverter can track the max. power point to f-1-9)Self Test (applies to CEI 0-21 only)
improve the inverter yield effectively. The self test function allows user to test the following items.”ALL test” , ” Ovp
This function applies to the cirumstance when the sun is not steady. (59.S2) test”,
Choose”Enable”means this function is turned on and it is the default value. ” Uvp(27.S1) test”, ” Uvp(27.S2) test”, ” Ofp(81>.S1) test”, ” Ufp(81<.S1) test”,
Choose”Disable” means the function will be shut off. ” Ofp(81>.S2) test”, ” Ufp(81<.S2) test”, ” Ovp10(59.S1) test”.
Power Power caused by a shadow In the self test interface, user can test choose “ALL test” or individual test item.
(such as a piece of cloud) Please make sure the inverter is grid-tied before testing test.
For all test, it needs about 6 minutes. And it will display”success” then “Pass” on
the display.
For individual test item, it needs about several seconds or minutes.
Click test report to obtian all items test result.

Voltage Voltage
curve A curve B
ALL Test
f-1-6) Remote Control Test report
Remote control function allows external control device to make the inverters Uvp(27.S1) test
remote cluster control through LAN port on the inverter . And it can control the
inverter’s active power output and reactive power output. >Ofp2(81>.S2)result >Ovp2(59.S2)result
The default value is “enable”. Choose “disable” means the funciton is turn off. Ft: 51.50Hz Tt:1000ms Vt: 264.5V Tt: 300ms
Fs: 0.00Hz To: 998ms Vs: 0.0V To: 200ms
F0: 0.00Hz pass V0: 0.0V pass
Remote Control
>Func Select
>Ofp2(27.S2)result >Uvp2(27.S1)result
>Enable<
Vt: 92.0V Tt: 200ms Vt: 195.5V Tt: 400ms
connecting...
Vs: 0.0V To: 196ms Vs: 0.0V To: 200ms
V0: 0.2V pass V0: 0.0V pass
f-1-7) P(u) Function( applies to NZS4777.2)
P(U) function is Volt-watt response mode which is required by standard NZS4777.2
.and applies to NZS4777.2 only. >Ofp2(81>S1)result >Ufp2(81<.S1)result
The default value is “enable”. Choose “disable” means the funciton is turn off. Ft: 50.50Hz Tt: 100ms Ft: 49.50Hz Tt: 100ms
Fs: 0.00Hz To: 96ms Fs: 0.00Hz To: 98ms
F0: 0.2Hz pass F0: 0.02Hz pass

P(U) Funciton
>Ufp2(81<.S2)result >Ovp10(59.S1)result
Mode Select
Ft: 47.50Hz Tt: 400ms Vt: 253.0V Tt: 600ms
>Enable< Fs: 0.00Hz To: 3999ms Vs: 0.0V To: 598ms
F0: 0.02Hz pass V0: 0.0V pass
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Setting Setting

NOTE!
• When you want to use the EPS function, the setting of the discharge
cut voltage need to be higher than the Battery backup discharge Volt.
(f-2)
Charger (f-2-1) • The Battery backup discharge Volt is the min Voltage of the battery.
Battery
(f-2-2)
EPS

f-2-1) Charger
Here the user can set the parameters of charger on this page, the inverter
is only compatible with lithium battery. Users can set the charge & discharge
parameters and awaken mode.
For the detailed parameters , please refer to below table. Reset Inv Energy (f-3-1)

Reset Errorlog (f-3-2)


Charger Charger Charger (f-3)

>Min Capacity Charge Max Current Discharge Max Current Reset Reset Meter Energy (f-3-3)
20%
18V 18V
Reset Mgr EE (f-3-4)

Config Guide (f-3-5)

The charge current can be set for 0-20A.


f-3-1) Reset Inv Energy
User can reset the inverter energy record here.
The discharge current can be set for 0-20A.

Reset Inv Energy


NOTE ! Reset
Please con rm the Inverter setting for maximum charge/discharge 
current is within the range of  battery rated charge/discharge current. >No<

f-3-2) Reset Errorlog


f-2-2) EPS system ( For E&I Version only)
X1-Hyrbid inverter with E Version and I Version can work on the EPS mode. User can reset all inverter errorlog record here.
EPS parameters can be set as below.
“Mute”means you can set the warning of system which has entered EPS mode. Reset Errorlog
-”No”means there will be a buzzing and it is the default value.
Reset
-”Yes”means you choose to shut down the warning function.
Besides ,if the buzzing is sharp, it means EPS output is over loads.“ >No<
Frequency “here can be set 50Hz or 60Hz please based on correlative loads.
f-3-3) Reset Meter Energy
EPS system
User can reset the meter energy record here.
> Mute: No
Frequency: 50Hz
Reset Meter Energy
Reset
>No<

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Setting Setting

f-3-5) Reset Mgr EE Ø System Switch


User can reset the inverter manager parameter records here.
●”System Switch” can be chosen from “ON” or “OFF”.
“ON” means the inverter is on working condition and it is inverter default
status..
Reset Load “OFF” means the inverter stop delivering all power, but the LCD remains on.
Reset Load 1
System Switch
>No<
>Switch
>ON<

f-3-6) Config guide Inverter SN


This interface will trigger the initial setting guide re-play again.
Register1 SN

Register2 SN
Config guide
Inverter Type

About
>Start
Inverter DSP1

Manager ARM

f-4) CT/Meter Setting Internal Code


X1-Hybrid need to work with an energy meter or a CT to achieve hybrid
SystemRunTime
functions. To choose meter or CT used is according to user’s wishes. If meter is
chosen, user also can turn off meter function so that X1-hybrid inverter can work
as normal grid-tied inverter without meter connected. Register1 SN: it indicates the serial number of the
In hybrid system, it can install two meters to monitor both solax inverter and external monitoring devices,such as pocket WiFi,
other power device. These two meters need to be set different addresses. pocket LAN and pocket GPRS.
Address 001 and address 002 are default and will be written to meters in factory. Register2 SN: it indicates the serial number of built
And user do not need to change the address except specific situation. -in Ethernet.

Ø About
CT/Meter Setting CT/Meter Setting CT/Meter Setting
>Select >Meter function >Meter1 Addr
●This interface shows information of the inverter including inverter serial
Meter Enable 001
number, Register1 serial number, Register2 serial number, inverter type,
master DSP1,manager and internal code and so on.

About
f-5) New Password Inverter SN
Register1 SN
User can set the new password here.
Register2 SN

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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

9. Troubleshooting
Battery Fault-extarnal fault
BMS_External_Err • Please contact battery suppiler.
9.1 Trouble shooting
Bus Voltage Out of Normal Range
This section contains information and procedures for solving possible problems • Disconnect PV+ , PV- and battery, reconnect them.
Bus Volt Fault
with X1-Hybrid inverters, and provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify • Check if the PV input is within the range of the inverter.
and solve most problems that could occur with the X1-Hybrid inverters. • Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
This section will help you narrow down the source of any problems you may Battery Fault-internal fault
encounter. Please read the following troubleshooting steps. BMS_Internal_Err • Please contact battery suppiler.
Check warnings or fault messages on System Control Panel or Fault codes on the
inverter information panel. If a message is displayed, record it before doing BMS Communication Lost
anything further. BMS Lost • Check if the BMS cable is loose or broken.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
Attempt the solution indicated in below table.
Battery Fault-undervoltage fault
BMS_LowerVoltage
• Please contact battery suppiler.

Battery Fault-overvoltage fault


BMS_OverVoltage
• Please contact battery suppiler.

Battery Fault-over-temperature fault


The grid voltage is out of range for the last 10 Minutes. BMS_TemHigh • Please contact battery suppiler.
AC10M Volt Fault • The system will back to normal if the grid is back.
• Or seek for help from us. Battery Fault-under-temperature fault
BMS_TemLow
• Please contact battery suppiler.
AC Current Sensor Fault
AC HC T Fault • Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them. DCI over current protection Fault.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state. DCI OCP Fault • Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek for help from us.
Battery Reverse Connection Fault
• Check if the positive pole and negtive pole of battery are connected DCV EPS over voltage protection Fault.
BatConDir Fault
in a contrary way DCV OVP Fault • Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek help from us. • Or seek for help from us.
Battery Voltage Fault
Bat Volt Fault • Check if the battery input voltage.is within the normal range EPS Relay Fault
• Or seek help from us. EPS Relay Fault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- , grid and battery, reconnect them.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
Battery Fault-cell imbalance fault
BMS_CellImblance • Please contact battery suppiler. Over Current in EPS Mode.
• Make sure the load power is within the EPS power range.
Battery Fault-charge overcurrent fault EPS OCP Fault • Check if any nonlinear load is connect on the EPS. Remove this load to
BMS_ChargeOCP
• Please contact battery suppiler. check if can recover.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
Battery Fault-discharge overcurrent fault
BMS_DischargeOCP Fan Fault
• Please contact battery suppiler.
Fan Fault • Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.

Grid Frequency Out of Range


Grid Freq Fault • System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
• Or seek help from us.

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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

Grid is Lost. Residual Current Device Fault


• Please wait for a while and system will reconnect if the utility is back to normal. • Check the impedance of DC input and AC output.
• Please check whether the cable connection at AC side is normal or not. RCD Fault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- and battery, reconnect them.
Grid Lost Fault
• Or seek help from us. • Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.

DCI over current protection Fault.


EPS Relay Fault
Grid Relay Fault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- , grid and battery, reconnect them. RC OCP Fault • Please check if the insulation of electric wires are damaged.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state. • Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek for help from us.
Grid Voltage Out of Range
The detection circuit Fault
• Please wait for a while and system will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
Grid Volt Fault Sample Fault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- and battery, reconnect them.
• Please check whether the grid voltage is in the normal range.
• Or seek help from us.
• Or seek help from us.
Over current fault detected by software.
PV Panel connection abnormal • Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
SW OCP Fault
• Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them.
Input Cnf Fault • Check if two MPPTs connect in a parallel mode. Please connect the two • Or seek for help from us.
MPPTs indepedently.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
Temperature over the limitation
Internal Communication Fault Temp Over Fault • Check if the envirement temperature is over limitation.
Inter Com Fault • Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them. • Or seek help from us.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
Over current Fault.
• Wait for a while to check if go back to normal status.
Inverter EEPROM Fault TZ Protect Fault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- and battery, reconnect them.
Inv EEPROM Fault • Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them. • Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.

Isolation Fault ● If your inverter's information panel is not displaying a Fault light, check the
• Please check if the insulation of electric wires are damaged. following list to make sure that the present state of the installation allows
Isolation Fault • Wait for a while to check if back to normal. proper operation of the unit.
• Or seek for help from us.
— Is the inverter located in a clean, dry, adequately ventilated place?
Meter Fault. — Have the DC input breakers been opened?
Meter Fault • Please check if the meter is in normal working. — Are the cables adequately sized and short enough?
• Or seek for help from us if can not back to normal. — Are the input and output connections and wiring in good condition?
— Are the configurations settings correct for your particular installation?
Manager EEPROM Fault.
Mgr EEPROM Fault • Turn off the PV, battery and grid , reconnect them.
— Are the display panel and the communications cable properly
• Or seek for help from us if can not back to normal. connected and undamaged?

Other Devide Fault Contact SolaX Customer Service for further assistance. Please be prepared to
OtherDevideFault • Disconnect PV+ , PV- , grid and battery, reconnect them. describe details of your system installation and provide model and serial number
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state. of the unit.
Over Load in EPS Mode.
OverLoad Fault • Turn off high power device , press “ESC” to restart the inverter.
• Or seek help from us, if can not go back to normal state.

PV Voltage Out of Range


PV Volt Fault • Check the output voltage of the PV panels.
• Or seek for help from us.

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Troubleshooting Decommissioning

9.2 Routine maintenance 10. Decommissioning


Inverters do not need any maintenance or correction in most condition,but if
10.1 Remove the Inverter
the inverter often loses power due to overheating,this can be the following
reason:
Disconnect the inverter from DC Input and AC output.
● The cooling fins on the rear of house are coverd by dirts. Wait for 5 minutes for de-energizing.
Clean the cooling fins with a soft dry cloth or brush if necessary.
Disconnect communication and optional connection wirings.
Only trained and authorized professional personnel who are familiar with the
Remove the inverter from the bracket.
requirements of safety was allowed to perform servicing and maintenance
Remove the bracket if necessary.
work.

Ø Safety checks
10.2 Packaging
Safety checks should be performed at least every 12 months, please contact
Please pack the inverter with the original packaging.
manufacturer to arrange qualified person who has adequate training,knowledge,
If the original package is no longer available, you can also use an equivalent
and practical experience to perform these tests.(Please kindly noted this action is
carton that meets the following requirements.
not covered by warranty).The data should be recorded in an equipment log.If the
Suitable for loads more than 30 kg.
device is not functioning properly or fails any of test,the device has to be
With handle.
repaired.For safety check details ,refer to this manual,section 2 Safety instruction
Can be fully closed.
and EC Directives.

10.3 Storage and Transportation


Ø Maintain Periodically
Store the inverter in a dry environment where ambient temperature keep
Only qualified person may perform the following works. always between -20 °C - +60 °C. Take care of the inverter during the storage
During the process of using the inverter,the manage person shall examine and and transportation,keep less than 4 cartons in one stack.
maintain the machine regularly.The concrete operations are follow.
1: Check that if the cooling fins on the rear of house are covered by dirts, and the When the inverter or other related components need to be disposed. Have
machine should be cleaned and absorbed dust when necessary.This work shall it carried out according to local waste handling regulations. Please be sure
be check time to time. to deliver wasted inverters and packing materials to certain site, where can
2: Check that if the indicators of the inverter are in normal state,check if the keys assist relevant department to dispose and recycle.
of the inverter are in normal state,check if the display of the inverter is normal.This
check should be performed at least every 6 months.
3: Check that if the input and output wires are damaged or aged.This check
should be performed at least every 6 months.
4: You should keep the inverter panels clean and their security checked at least
every 6 months.

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