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1. 5 4 3 Wiring DC Input pm ff J Y Antenna Do net disconnect under load i Danger to life due to lethal voltages 4 amp Before connecting the PV array ensure that the DC switch and AC pes AN breaker are disconnect from the inverter NEVER connect or disconnect O DANGER the DC connectors under load o i L T N G Improper operation during the wiring process cause fatal injury to operator unrecoverable damage to the inverter Only qualified II B II personnel can perform the wiring work VEY Edad bee Risk of damage to the inverter Fig 5 8 If the voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of M m A the inverter it can be destroyed by the overvoltage This will void all warranty claims ia WARNING Do not connect strings to the inverter that have an open circuit voltage E greater than the maximum input voltage of the inverter To reduce the risk of electric shock avoid touching the l
2. conductor cross section of atleast 10 mm Cu BI Or Install a second protective conductor on the earth terminal with the same cross section as the original protective conductor on the AC terminal a e a a a 1919195 1 ANNY _ Load disconnection unit He You mustinstall separate three phase miniature circuit breaker other load disconnection unit for each inverter in order to ensure that the inverter can be safely LAN disconnected under load CY e Measure the public grid voltage and frequency Voltage 400Vac Frequency D 50Hz 60Hz in 3 Phase Fig 5 7 Open the breaker between the PV inverter and utility Specification of AC breaker Growatt 4000UE 10A 400V Growatt 5000UE 6000UE 16A 400V Cable requirements Diameter mm Area mm AWG 2 05 2 59 4 6 12 10 Conductor Max cable length m Cross section Growatt 4000UE Growatt 50000UE Growatt 60000UE 4 0mm 25 4m 20 3m 16 9 6 0 mm2 40 4 32 4 27
3. s my 5 1 Safety instruction 5 2 Selecting the Installation Location 5 3 Installation guide 5 4 Electrical Connections 5 5 Grid Type lt m um m m m m m m m m wa mm mm mm EE m m mu EH v HH 6 1 Commission the Inverter 6 2 Operation Modes 6 3 Country Setting and LCD Display 6 4 M3 LCD Display 6 5 Double MPPT of the Growatt UE q um um um um s 6 6 Communication 4 m s mum s 7 1 Start Up the inverter 7 2 Shut down the Inverter u m m lt 8 1 Cleaning the Inverter 8 2 Checking the DC Disconnect m m m bE mum mm 9 1 Error Messages displayed LCD 9 2 System fault 9 3 Inverter warning 9 4 Inverter fault wa ma s sy Am um um um um um 9 lt m m mn im am m m m m m m m m m m 0 9 um Em Em OO 10 1 Dismantling the Inverter 10 2
4. V E V wee V B E NBN l ON V B B E E V E BH CEI 0 21 Spain Greece VDE AR N 4105 UK G83 Ireland CGC GTXXXXXXX4 GTXXXXXXX5 GTXXXXXXX06 GTXXXXXXX 7 GTXXXXXXX8 GTXXXXXXX9 V i H l ON V C B V H B l ON V rra l ON V i H 6 3 3 Operate by knock Power on display Denmark UK G59 Belgium Reserved Reserved GTXXXXXXXB GTXXXXXXXC GTXXXXXXXD GTXXXXXXXE GTXXXXXXXF After inverter restarts Growatt Logo will appear immediately The background light will last for 2 seconds See Fig6 3 1 for reference Growatt Inverter SeNO gt Growatt Inverter Module PXUXMXSX Fig 6 3 1Power on display Growatt Inverter FW CFX BFX X 32 33 6 3 4 Knock and definition The inverter can support four kinds of knock single knock double knock third Knock Knock four times Each kind of knock has different function Refer to specified definition in Table 6 3 2 Table 6 3 2 Knock definition list Knock type Definition Single knock Down Double knock Enter Knock four times Exit the setting Light backlight and single kno
5. M B88V BBBA BE Hz Detail Text line for displaying an event Input voltage and current of MPPTA Input voltage and current of MPPTB PV array A and B Light when the array voltage is above the start voltage 150Vdc Current power Daily energy Total energy generated since the inverter was installed Light when the array voltage is above the start voltage 150Vdc Lighted when H islighted and feed in Output phase of the line conductor switch every 5 seconds Output voltage current frequency of the line conductor Graphical display of the inverter energy power 40 41 RS232 communication RS485 communication External wireless communication Internal wireless communication 6 4 2 Graph The inverter energy and or power is shown as a graph on the display The lower right hand bar of the graph represents the current unit of time Day h Week day Month M Year Y The top bar of the graph represents the maximum value of the graph values The daily graph is displayed by default You can trip the enclosure lid three times to switch the current unit of time and the generation information 200 kwh The graph shows recent 16 hours of power generation and the maximum value power of the 16 T values m The graph shows recent 7 days of power generation and the maximum value power of the 7 values The graph shows recent 12 months of power generation and the maximum value power of the
6. Breaker 12 L1 L2 L3 PE 5 T N PE 70 71 13 Certificates Growatt UE is designed to use worldwide hence the inverters meet different safety standards of variety countries and regions Model Certificates Growatt 5000UE Growatt 4000UE CE VDE0126 1 1 NA105 IEC 62109 AS3100 AS4777 Growatt 6000UE 14 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products contact your installer or Growatt During inquiring please provide below information 1 Inverter type 2 Modules information 3 Communication method 4 Serial number of Inverters 5 Error code of Inverters 6 Display of inverter Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology CO LTD 1st East amp 3rd Floor Jiayu Industrial Zone Xibianling Shangwu Village Shiyan Baoan District Shenzhen P R China Serviceline T 86 755 2747 1942 F 86 755 2747 2131 E service ginverter com 72
7. 2 orange 3 white and green 4 blue 5 white Blue 6 green 7 white and brown 8 brown RJ45 PLUG 1 Please loosen four screws take down the RS485 waterproof cover from inverter If you don t choose RS485 as communication method keep it on the inverter 54 55 G 3 Make the cable through the hole of cable gland and put the cable into the RS485 terminals fix all cables with screwdriver 1 to 1 3 to 3 2 to the shielding layer or no connection The type of cable is recommended as KVVRP22 2 1 5mm2 1 Pull cables outwards to confirm whether they are installed firmly Information 4 Plug in two terminals Cover the fix board I Tighten 4 pcs screws first then tighten cable gland Information 5 Tighten 4pcs screws and cable gland Note 1 Asto the connection between inverters please refer to the following figure V 3 RS 485 terminal of tha inverter 1 485 barminal of the nwvariar z 2 As to the connection between inverter and ShineWebBox ShinePano please 56 57 Start Up and shut down the inverter 7 1 Start Up the inverter 1 Turn on the AC grid breaker 2 Turn on the DC switch of the inverter and the inverter will start automatically when the input voltage is higher than 150V 7 2 Shut down the Inverter 1 Turn off th
8. Power 3385 1W Model PVBC007190 Power 3385 1W FW CF0 0 Power 3385 1W Exter Wireless Power 3385 1W Internal Wireless Once Once Power 3385 1W Zigbee CHXXPXXXX Once Power 3385 1W Blutooth Once Once Power 3385 1W WiFi Once Once Power 3385 1W Blutooth Once Once Power 3385 1W Zigbee CHXXPXXXX Once Once Power 3385 1W WiFi Once a Power 3385 1W 2013 03 14 14 38 Once y Power 3385 1W Setting Fig 6 3 5 menu for checking data 34 35 On the first page single knock will lead to next page The followings are two another interfaces It displays power today Single knock go down next page The text is all power It is a cycling display Cycle display gt Etoday gt gt setting It will go back cycle display when single knock in the setting page The first line of LCD STATUS Wait Status Inverter Status Fault Status Program Status DISPLAY Standby Waiting Connectin xxS Reconnectin xxS Connect OK Power xxxx xW Error xxx Error xxx The second line of LCD SerNo 1 CYCLEDISPLAY Etoday xx x KWh Eall xxx x KWh Tall xx xh PV xxx xxx B xxx AC xxxV F xx xHz SerNo Module
9. 29 Information 6 3 2 DIP switch option corresponding to the country A When you setting the DIP you must turn off the AC breaker and DC DANGER switch gt After setting the DIP please power on the inverter and check the model display If the last character of the model name Is corresponding to the country safety standard as the above table it i means your setting is successful gt You should change the time displayed on the LCD of inverter to your local time after inverter starts up If the country is set incorrectly please shut down the inverter and set again When the cables of AC side and DC side are all well connected before commissioning the country safety standard must be selected by the DIP switch The DIP switch is composed of four digit binary number PINS The different combination of the four PINS can represent different inverter s model which is corresponding to the local grid standard Each small white PIN has two statuses when set upward to its value turns to 1 when set downward its value turns to 0 Concerning the matching of the PIN status and the country safety standard please refer to the table below Growatt 4000 6000UE switch to country table 6 3 1 DIP switch status Country Model display VDE 0126 GTXXXXXXX 1 54777 GTXXXXXXX3 30 31 v E E EE v lt E BH
10. 48 49 The connecting diagram as follow RS232 cable S e gt s Usb RS232 cable Active power control with a ripple controlsignalreceiver Public grid Radio ripple Controlreceiver The inverter provides RS485 interface and RS232 interface to communicate with 6 6 2 Monitor the inverters remote PC or logger User can monitor the inverter state via the following types of communication systems You can update firmware via RS232 or RS485 Plan A Through RS485 interface Data logger Through RS485 interface Data logger 2 gt Through RS485 interface Data logger Only for the inverter with the firmware after 0D37 0C30 If you want to update firmware online please disconnect AC breaker 1 of the inverter first If you plan to update firmware via RS485 please Information disconnect the monitor device RS232 cable e Lm gt i P gt r J LJ Ly gt Usb RS232 cable Through RS232 interface wireless module Data logger 50 Through RS232 interface wireless module Data logger PC e e gt L gt gt l L J Lra Lira ec L LL L S lt o gt L L J LA eu 2 amp amp ral fn J Shine WebBox WebBox O 5 E g s
11. Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology CO LTD 1st East amp 3rd Floor Jiayu Industrial Zone Xibianling Shangwu Village Shiyan Baoan District Shenzhen P R China T 86 755 2747 1942 86 755 2747 2131 info ginverter com W www growatt com GR UM 021 01 powering tomorrow Growatt 4000UE Growatt 5000UE Growatt 6000UE Jm i p E taw Installation Operation Manual Index lt s I 1 1Documents use 1 2 Symbols Used 1 3 Glossary oum um um um m m s 9m m um um um Em Em EM EM EN EN Em 2 1 Intended Use 2 2 Safety Precautions 2 3 Assembly Warnings 2 4 Electrical Connection Warnings 2 5 Operation Warnings SE mm mm EE y Am um um um um m um UD 2 6 Symbols on the inverter mm m m m m m m m wam mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm m m m m m m m OW 3 1 Growatt UE overview 3 2 Type label 3 3 Size and weight 3 4 Transportation 3 5 Storage of Inverter m m um um m v 3 6 The advantage of the Growatt UE inverters g 9 um Em
12. Shinebus 5 5 2 Compatibility Table Gridtype TN C grid TN S grid TN C S grid TT grid IT grid Grid type yes es Growatt 4000UE N and PE of inverter both yes yes should connect to PEN of grid if UN PE lt 30V yes Growatt 5000UE N and PE of inverter both yes yes r no should connect to PEN of grid if UN PE lt 30V yes Growatt 6000UE N and PE of inverter both yes yes uui bon BS 27 should connect to PEN of grid Commissioning 6 6 1 Commission the Inverter 1 Remove all covers from the PV array 2 Check the PV and AC voltage 3 Plug in the PV input 4 Turn the DC Disconnect to position I 5 If the inverter is connected with PV panel arrays and the input voltage is higher than 300Vdc while the AC grid is not connected yet LCD will display messages in order as below e Company info _ Basicinfo _ State info The LCD will display AC V outrange at State info and the LED turns red Please check all information on the LCD operate by knocks you will see the different parameters e Single knock to Light the backlight State info single knock Input info single knock Output info 6 Turn on the AC breaker between inverter and grid the system will operate automatically RO 7 Under normal operating conditions the LCD displays Power xx xx Kw at State info this is the power feed into grid The LED turns green 8 Check the time and date of inverter as follow Single knock t
13. Weight 30 9 66 216 Operating 25 C 60 C 13 140 F With derating above AS C 113 F temperature range Noise emission typical lt 35 dB A 433 620 194 mm 17 0 24 4 7 6 inch 32 5kg 71 7lb 25 C 60 C 13 140 F With derating above AS C 113 F lt 35 dB A 433 620 194 mm 17 0 24 4 7 6 inch 32 5kg 71 7lb 25 60 13 140 F With derating above AS C 113 F lt 35 dB A 66 Altitude 2000m 6560ft without derating Self consumption 0 5 W 0 5 W 0 5 W night Topology transformerless transformerless transformerless Cooling concept No Fan No Fan No Fan Environmental Ip65 Ip65 Ip65 Protection Rating Relative humidity 0 95 0 95 0 95 Non condensing Non condensing Non condensing Features DC connection H4 MCA opt H4 MCA opt HA MCA opt AC connection Screw terminal Screw terminal Screw terminal Display LCD LCD LCD Interfaces yes yes opt opt yes yes opt opt yes yes opt opt RS232 RS485 Bluetooth opt opt opt opt opt opt RF Zigbee Wifi Warranty 5 years yes opt yes opt yes opt 10 years Certificates and approvals 67 CE VDE0126 1 1 NA105 IEC 62109 AS3100 A54777 EN61000 6 2 EN61000 6 3 11 2 DC connector info H4 Specification Contact size 2 5mm2 14AWG 4mm2 12 AWG Rated current at 90 C 32A 40 Rated system voltage Contact resistance Degree of protection mated
14. 6300W 800V 800V 800V 150V 150V 150V 140V 800V 140V 800V 140V 800V 200V 800V 580V 350V 750V 10A 10A 2 1 64 Output apparent power AC 1 Nominal power 95 Max output current AC nominal voltage range AC grid frequency range 4000VA 4000W 3800W 6 4A 3 N PE 230V 400V 185 260V 50 60Hz 44 55Hz 54 65Hz Power factor at rated power 1 Power factor THDI AC grid connection type 0 9leading 0 9laging 390 Three phase 5000VA 5000W 4750W 7 9A 3 N PE 230V 400V 185 260V 50 60Hz 44 55Hz 54 65Hz 0 9leading 0 9laging 3 90 Three phase 6000VA 6000W 5 00W 9 3A 3 N PE 230V 400V 185 260V 50 60Hz 44 55Hz 54 65Hz 0 9leading 0 9laging 3 90 Three phase Efficiency Max efficiency Euro eta MPPT efficiency 65 27 070 96 590 99 596 97 890 96 6 99 596 97 890 96 890 99 596 Protection devices DC reverse polarity protection yes DC switch for each MPPT yes Output AC overcurrent protection yes Output AC overvoltage yes Protection Varistor Ground fault monitoring yes Grid monitoring yes Integrated all pole sensitive yes leakage current monitoring unit yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes General Data Dimensions W H D 433 620 194 mm inmm 17 0 24 4 7 6 inch
15. Addr of setting is to set inverter s COM address Setting COM address Input password gt Setting language gt Set COM addr is the current address of inverter Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input COM addr Single knock to change COM Addr Knock three times to save COM Addr See Fig 6 3 6 for reference Knock four times to exit setting Power 3385 1W COM Address 012 Fig 6 3 8 current COM Addr Setting communication way The inverter can support three kinds of communication RS232 Extern Wireless Inter Wireless Communication ways Kinds Ways Communication module RS232 S232 RS232 interface Zigbee Zigbee module outside the inverter Exter Wireless Wifi Wifi module outside the inverter Bluetooth Bluetooth module outside the inverter Zigbee Zigbee module inside the inverter Inter Wireless Wifi Wifi module inside the inverter Bluetooth Bluetooth module inside the inverter The Extern Wireless have three ways of communication Zigbee Wifi Bluetooth The Intern Wireless have three ways of communication Zlgbee wifi Bluetooth Input password gt Setting language gt RS232 gt is the current way of communication Double knock the way of communication will flicker Single knock to change the way Knock three times to save communication way If the communication way is Exter Wireless or Inter Wireless It will have three kinds of communication It is a cycling display a single knock will display next way K
16. Socket contact material Insulation material Ambient temperature range Strip length Cable jacket diameter 11 3 Torque Values Enclosure lid screws Shell and RS232 screws AC terminal M6 socket head cap screws for securing the enclosure at the bracket Additional ground screws 600V DC UL 1000V DC TUV 0 25mQ Ip68 Copper Tin plated Thermoplastic UL94 V O 40C to 90 C 7 0mm 9 32 4 5 to 7 8mm 3 16 to 5 16 0 7Nm 6 2 1bf in 0 7Nm 6 2 1bf in 0 6Nm 5 2 1bf in 2Nm 18 1bf in 2Nm 181bf in 68 11 4 5 Parts and Accessories 69 Name Shine Webox Shine Pano Shine Vision receiver Shine Vision emitter Zigbee Wi Fi Bluetooth Description Communication data logger Communication data logger Communication data logger receiver Communication data logger emitter Communication interface Communication interface Communication interface Growatt order number 0001700 200 0004900 MRO00 0000201 MRO00 0000601 200 0007000 200 0009000 MRO00 0002200 PV system installation 11 2 DC connector info PY array 12 2 Multi inverters Ag ISAUT dd ET gI TI ABIIE AT Inverter Fuse Breaker Energy meter HAG g 5 bet m he xj 8 III m m zi d 3 2 Energy HH L meter U l p 1 AAG
17. has fed into the electricity grid during its entire operating time Measurement accuracy The display values may deviate from the actual values and must not be used for billing purposes The inverter s measurement values are required for the operational control and to control the current to be fed into the electricity grid The inverter does not have a calibrated meter 6 5 Double MPPT of the Growatt UE The Growatt UE includes dual input section to process two strings with independent MPPT high speed and precise MPPT algorithm for real time power tracking and energy harvesting as well as transformerless operation for high performance the max conversion efficiency is up to 9896 The wide input voltage range makes the inverter suitable to low power operation as well as the high power operation As the weather influence and the location of two MPPT PV arrays different the power of the MPPT A inputs is different from the power inputs of the MPPT B at the same time the Growatt UE works at a non symmetrical input state But the MPPT algorithm of the inverter makes it tracking the maximum power point of every MPPT channel to improve the energy utilization of the PV arrays Pw e Current A Power W Vin Voc IV amp PV characteristics mpp 6 6 Communication About the software of shinebus and the usage of it please download from the web www growatt comchannel to improve the energy utilization of the PV arrays
18. operator WARNING gt Prior to installation inspect the unit to ensure absence of any transport or handling damage which could affect insulation integrity or safety clearances failure to do so could result in safety hazards gt Unauthorized removal of necessary protections improper use incorrect installation and operation may lead to serious safety shock hazards or equipment damage In order to minimize the potential of a shock hazard due to hazardous voltages cover the entire solar array with dark material prior to connecting the array to any equipment gt Grounding the PV modules Comply with the local requirements for grounding the PV modules and the PV generator gt Growatt recommends connecting the generator frame and other fe electrically conductive surfaces in a manner which ensures CAUTION continuous conduction and ground these in order to have optimal protection of the system and personnel 2 4 Electrical Connection Warnings gt Some components in the inverter are live Touching live components can result in serious injury or death gt Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter e All work on the inverter may be carried out by qualified personnel only appliance is be used by children or persons with DANGER reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction gt Ch
19. 12 values The graph shows recent 16 years of power generation and the maximum value power of the 16 values 6 4 3 Textline The Text line is used for displaying an event Include the information of setting language models communication address and time The Power Rate and Power Factor are take turn to display by default You need input 123 before enter into the setting interface You can operate the inputting 123 1 Single knock the enclosure lid until the text line switch to the text as follow Setting 2 Double knock the text will show input123 000 Input 123 000 3 Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input password Single knock to change value of first double knock enter into next position 42 5 Knock the enclosure lid four times to exit setting interface You can operate the settings as follow a Setting language 1 Knock the enclosure lid once every time until the text line switch to the text as follow Set language 2 Knock the enclosure lid twice and the text will show the language Language English WEES OH IG 3 You can choose the language by tripping the enclosure once the language Includes English Deutsh Espanol Francais Italiano 4 Then you can trip the enclosure three times to confirm the language you have chosen And the textline change as follow Setting setting OK The language is set b Setting Com Addr
20. 51 Inverters RS 232 RS 485 Wi Fi Shine WebBox Shine Pano Shine Net M Cable Cable Cable Router Cable Internet ma Cable w S Cable 3G Wi Fi 3G Wi Fi I Computer 52 When three phase inverter single phase inverter shared RS485 1 communication line the totallength of which does not exceed 1km Information 6 6 3 RS485 cable connection Please loosen four screws take down the RS485 waterproof cover from inverter If you don t choose RS485 as communication method keep it on the inverter Type 1 standard Definitions of RS485 socket standard as follows Pin1 RS485A Pin2 Shielding layer or no connection Pin3 RS485B Definitions of RS485 PLUG standard as follows Pin1 RS485A NC Pin2 Shielding layer N qm connection N JN Pin3 RS485B Type 2 Definitions of RJ45 socket pinsas follows 53 Pin1 No connection Pin2 No connection Pin3 No connection Pin4 RS485A Pin5 RS485B Pin6 No connection Pin7 Short with Pin8 Pin8 Short with Pin7 PIN 1 8 RJ45 SOCKET Definitions of RJ45 plug pins as follows No of RJ45 plug Color of the wires 1 white
21. N GROWATT NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD accepts no responsibilities to inform the users 1 1 4 Additional Information For further information on special topics in the download area at www ginverter com 1 2 Symbols Used The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described below Symbol description Read the manual DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury N NOTICE indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in property damage NOTICE i Information that you must read and know to ensure optimal operation of the system Information 1 3 Glossary AC Abbreviation for Alternating Current DC Abbreviation for Direct Current Energy Energy is measured in Wh watt hours kWh kilowatt hours or MWh megawatt hours Power Power is measured in W watts kW kilowatts or MW megawatts Power is an instantaneous value It displays the power your inverter is currently feeding into the power distribution grid Power rate Power rate is the radio of current power feeding into the power distribution grid and the maximum power of the inverter that can feed into the power dis
22. PX UX MX SX FW version x x x Setting DISPLAY TIME S 4 4 REMARK PV voltage low Initial waiting System checking System checking Connect to Grid Inverter watt at working System Fault Update Software REMARK The energy today The total energy The total work time The PV1 amp PV2 voltage The AC voltage and frequency Theserial number The inverter module The software version Thesetting page Parameters setting Fig 6 3 8 is the setting information Single knock the Text will display the setting Double knock the Text will display input123 000 Single knock to go back Setting page Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input password Single knock to change value of first double knock enter into next position Konck three times when the bit was 123 it will go into Setting options Power 3385 1W 2013 03 14 14 38 double Power 3385 1W Power 3385 1W Setting Once Input 123 000 rt Power 3385 1W double Power 3385 1W Set language Language English Power 3385 1W double Power 3385 1W COM Address 012 COM Address 012 Power 3385 1W double Power 3385 1W RS 232 Power 3385 1 2009 03 27 00 38 double Power 3385 1W 2009 03 27 00 38 Fig 6 3 6 setting second level menu and its sub menus s
23. Packing the Inverter mm EN Em 5 10 3 Disposing of the Inverter lt u m m m m m m m m m m m m m aT um Em Em EHR 11 1 Specification of Growatt UE 11 2 DC connector info 11 3 Torque Values 11 4 Spare Parts and Accessories EE s m m m lt a u s nere i 12 1 Single inverter j 12 2 Multi inverters a 4m um um um EE EN EE EN EN EN EM EN EN Information on this Manual 1 1 1 Documents use 1 1 1 Validity This installation guide contains installation commissioning communication trouble shooting information of Growatt UE series inverters Growatt 4000UE Growatt 5000UE Growatt 6000UE With this installation guide users are able to install and operate the inverters easily This manual does not cover any details concerning equipment connected to the Growatt UE Store this manual where accessible at all times 1 1 2 Target Group This manual is for qualified persons who will operate maintenance service and repaired inverters 1 1 3 Storage of the manual Store this manual where it will be accessible at all times We assume no liability for any damage caused by failure to observe these instructions For possible changes in this manual SHENZHE
24. Setting Setting OK The External wireless communication Is set d Setting date and time 1 Single knock the enclosure lid until the text line switch to the text as follow the time maybe different depends on the inverter 2012 01 01 12 00 2 Double knock the enclosure lid and the text will switch to the year 2012 and the two lower numbers 2012 will flash you can change it by single knock 2014 01 01 12 00 3 Double knock the enclosure lid and switching to the month 01 and it will flash Then you can change it by single knock 2014 07 01 12 00 4 Soasto setting the day and the time 2014 07 06 13 00 5 Then need knock the enclosure three times confirm it the text chanoe as follow setting The date andthe time are set You can set all above by Growatt software Shinebus with computer For further information please go to the site www ginverte com Information 46 47 6 4 4 Power display The power and energy of the inverter are displayed in three fields Power Day and Total The display is updated every five seconds Power The power is that the inverter is currently feeding into the electricity grid Day The energy fed into the electricity grid on this particular day This equals the energy generated from the inverter s start up in the morning to the current time Total The total energy is that the inverter
25. ackaging ensures safe and careful transportation However transport damage may still occur The shipping company is responsible in such cases Thoroughly inspect the inverter upon delivery Immediately notify the responsible shipping company if you discover any damage to the packaging which indicates that the inverter may have been damaged or if you discover any visible damage to the inverter We will be glad to assist you if required When transporting the inverter the original or equivalent packaging should to be used and the maximum layers for original carton is four as this ensures safe transport 10 11 3 5 Storage of Inverter If you want to storage the inverter in your warehouse you should choose an appropriate location to store the inverter gt The unit must be stored in original package and desiccant must be left in the package gt The storage temperature should be always between 25 Cand 60 C And the storage relative humidity should be always between 0 and 9596 gt f there are lots of inverters need to be stored the maximum layers for original carton is four gt After long term storage local installer or service department of GROWATT should perform a comprehensive test before installation After long term storage the Real Time Clock of the inverter maybe correct it will cause the Energy produced today 1 E error you need to set the time and date refer to 6 3 5 Information setting in
26. are ShineDesign download from site www ginverter com will provide adequate supports PV modules Capacitive Discharge Currents PV modules with large capacities relative to earth such as thin film PV modules with cells on a metallic substrate may only be used if their coupling capacity does not exceed 470nF During feed in operation a leakage current flows from the cells to earth the size of which depends on the manner in which the PV modules are installed e g foil on metal roof and on the weather rain snow This normal leakage current may not exceed 50mA due to the fact that the inverter would otherwise automatically disconnect from the electricity grid as a protective measure 2 2 Safety Precautions The GROWATT UE series Inverters is designed and tested according to international safety requirements however certain safety precautions must be observed when installing and operating this inverter Read and follow all instructions cautions and warnings in this installation manual If questions arise please contact Growatt s technical services at 86 755 2747 1942 2 3 Assembly Warnings 2 The inverter may only be operated with a permanent connection to the public power grid The inverter is not intended for mobile use Any other or additional use is not considered the intended use The manufacturer supplier is not liable for damage caused by such A unintended use Damage caused by such unintended use is at the sole risk of the
27. asily flammable materials and where flammable materials are stored Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts AN 2 Mount the inverter in such a way that it cannot be touched inadvertently Possible damage to health as a result of the effects of radiation In special cases there may still be interference for the specified application area despite maintaining standardized emission limit values e g when sensitive equipment is located at the setup location or when the setup location is near radio or television receivers In this case the operator is obliged to take proper action to rectify the situation Never installthe inverter near the sensitive equipment e g Radios telephone television etc Do not stay closer than 20 cm to the inverter for any length of time unless it is absolutely necessary Growatt assumes no responsibility for compliance to EMC regulations for the complete system 2 All electrical installations shall be done in accordance with the local and national electrical codes Do not remove the casing Inverter contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified service personnel All wiring and electrical installation should be conducted by a qualified service personnel Carefully remove the unit from its packaging and inspect for external damage If you find any imperfections please contact your local dealer Be sure that the inverters connect to the ground in order to protect
28. ck to check running information Before light the backlight the four types of knock functions are the same which is just lighting the backlight Note that the background lighting will automatically turn off if there is no knock detected in 10 seconds During cloudy days or in the area of low light it s inconvenient for users to check inverter running information such as status input data output data energy generated In this case user can light the backlight and check those data by single knock a single knock will switch LCD screen to a following interface 6 3 5 Data checking and parameters setting Cycle display It is a cycling display bit note that using signal knock to enter next page instead of double knock Fig 6 3 4 is the interface of the first page Power 3385 1W Cycle display Fig 6 3 4First page In current interface a single knock will switch the index to next page Power 3385 1W Loop display Power 3385 1W Etoday 0 0kWh Power 3385 1W Eall 89kwh Power 3385 1W Ppv 00 00W Display by knocking P Power 3385 1W RS232 Once Power 3385 1W 00 OV Power 3385 1W Vac 0 0 OV Power 3385 1W F 0 0Hz PF 1 0 Power 3385 1W SerNo 0123456789
29. d directly into the public grid The Growatt UE series inverters need install a separate energy meter The energy produced is compensated at a rate depending on the electric power company 2 5 Operation Warnings 2 Ensure all covers and doors are closed and secure during operation gt Although designed to meet all safety requirements some parts and surfaces of Inverter are still hot during operation To reduce the risk of injury do not touch the heat sink at the back of the PV Inverter or nearby surfaces while Inverter is operating A gt Incorrect sizing of the PV plant may result in voltages being present which could destroy the inverter The inverter display will read the error message PV Voltage High e Turn the rotary switch of the DC Disconnect to the Off position immediately e Contact installer WARNING CAUTION All operations regarding transport installation and start up including maintenance must be operated by qualified trained personnel and in compliance with all prevailing codes and regulations Anytime the inverter has been disconnected from the power network use extreme caution as some components can retain charge sufficient to create a shock hazard to minimize occurrence of such conditions comply with all corresponding safety symbols and markings present on the unit and in this manual In special cases there may still be interference for the specified application area despite maintain
30. e AC grid breaker 2 Turn off the DC switch of the inverter 3 Check the inverter operating state 4 Until the display of LCD goes out the inverter is shut down Maintenance and Cleaning 98 Once the output power is derating because of too high warming some tips can help you solve such problems e Theair grills are clogged To clean the air grills or heat sink e Ventilation of installation location is poor Choose appropriate installation location before mounting 8 1 Cleaning the Inverter If the inverter is dirty turn off the AC breaker and DC switch waiting the inverter shut down then clean the enclosure lid and the display using only a wet cloth Do not use any cleaning agents e g solvents or abrasives 8 2 Checking the DC Disconnect Check for externally visible damage and discoloration of the DC Disconnect and the cables at regular intervals If there is any visible damage to the DC Disconnect or visible discoloration or damage to the cables contact the installer gt Once a year turn the rotary switch of the DC Disconnect from the On position to the Off position 5 times in succession This cleans the contacts of the rotary switch and prolongs the electrical endurance of the DC Disconnect 58 59 9 Trouble shooting Our quality control program assures that every inverter is manufactured to accurate specifications and is thoroughly tested before leaving our factory If you have difficulty in the operat
31. e of inverter is lower than 60 C restart invert if error message still exists contact Suggestion Restart the inverter If the warning still exist please contact Growatt customer service to replace the COM board Uptate the right version firmware Restart the inverter If the warning still exist please contact Growatt customer service to replace the COM board 9 4 Inverter fault Error code Error 101 Error Error Error Error Error Meanings Communication board has not 1 Suggestion Restart inverter if problem still exist received data from control board update the firmware for 10 seconds 2 Change control board or COM board if problem still exist contact Growatt 103 EEPROM fault 107 The AC voltage sampled by the main MCU and redundant MCU 15 not the same 117 Relay fault 119 GFCI fault 121 Control board has not received data from Communication board for 5S Restart inverter if problem still exist Contact Growatt Restart inverter if problem still exist Contact Growatt Restart inverter if problem still exist Contact Growatt Restart inverter if problem still exist Contact Growatt 1 Restart inverter if problem still exist update the firmware 2 Change control board or COM board if problem still exist contact Growatt 62 63 10 Decommissioning 10 1 Dismantling the Inverter 1 Disconnect the inverter as d
32. ee below Conditions for the AC Connection iaa You must comply with the connection requirements of your utility operator 4000UE 10A usages must comply with the regulations Residual current protective device 2000UE 6000UE 15A The inverter is equipped with an integrated universal residual current monitoring unit 1 The AC side terminals of the inverter are like the following figure itis clear to confirm If the network operator stipulates a residual current protective device you must use that L1 L2 L3 represents three live line output N represents neutral line and is a residual current protective device that triggers in the event of a residual current of grounding line MONT 2 Connect five standard cables into relevant terminals The five cables should be put i I through the protection shell as Fig 5 7 Connection of a second protective conductor 3 Fasten the protection shell onto the bottom of the inverter make sure the four screws In some installation countries a second protective conductor is required to prevent a are tightened the completed appearance is like the below figure touch current in the event of a malfunction in the original protective conductor For installation countries falling within the scope of validity of the IEC standard 62109 you must Install the protective conductor on the AC terminal with a
33. enna cables 13 Do not install the inverter in living area the noise caused by the machine may affect on daily life 14 For security reasons don t install the inverter in place where the children can reach 5 3 Installation guide 5 3 1 Mounting the Bracket In order to avoid electrical shock or other injury inspect existing electronic or plumbing installations before drilling holes DANGER To mount the inverter on the wall we should mount the bracket to the wall firmly first of all 300 _ 45 N Fix the bracket with MIOX90 expansion bolt Bracket of Growatt 4000UE 6000UE 195 3 Hint Data units in mm Steps e Use the bracket as a drilling template and mark the positions where you need to drill holes e Drill three holes for screws fasten the bracket against the wall with expansion bolts e Fix the mounting frame on the wall as the figures shown below combine as the screws as the Items Fig 4 1 shows items C 16 5 3 2 Mounting Inverter Falling equipment can cause serious or even fatal injury never A mount the inverter on the bracket unless you are sure that the mounting frame is really firmly mounted on the wall after carefully WARNING checking After t
34. escribed in section 7 2 Remove all connection cables from the inverter Danger of burn injuries due to hot enclosure parts Wait 20 minutes before disassembling until the housing has k ON cooled down CAUTI 3 Screw off all projecting cable glands 4 Lift the inverter off the bracket and unscrew the bracket screws 10 2 Packing the Inverter If possible always pack the inverter in its original carton and secure it with tension belts If itis no longer available you can also use an equivalent carton The box must be capable of being closed completely and made to support both the weight and the size of the inverter 10 3 Disposing of the Inverter Do not dispose of faulty inverters or accessories together with household waste Please accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste which apply at the installation site at that time Ensure that the old unit and where applicable any accessories are disposed of in a proper manner Specification 11 11 1 Specification of Growatt UE Model Specification Input data Max DC power Max DC voltage Start Voltage PV voltage range MPP voltage range nominal voltage Full load voltage range Max input current Number of independent MPP trackers strings per MPP tracker 200V 800V 580V 250V 750V 9A 9A 271 200V 800V 580V 300V 750V 9A 9A 2 1 Growatt 4000UE Growatt 5000UE Growatt 6000UE 4200W 5200W
35. ess For the communicating the inverter needs a communication address In multi system the addresses of inverters must be different from one to another 43 1 Single knock until the text line switch to the text as follow Com Address 001 K 2 Double knock the enclosure lid and the lower number text 1 will flash 001 3 If you want to change it single knock to change it from O to 9 Com Address 002 4 If you want to set the address more lager double knock the enclosure lid to let the higher number text 002 flashing And single knock the enclosure lid to change it from 0 to 9 So as the highest number text In the general condition the maximum number of the address is within 32 The Com Address is set C Switching the RS232 and the External wireless communication As the Serial communication with the computer and the external wireless communication using the same serial port we have to choose one The RS232 is communicating to computer so that the computer can Information be connected to the inverter using our software tools The RS232 is chose by default in the inverter 44 1 Trip the enclosure lid once every time until the text line switch to the text as follow RS232 2 Double knock the enclosure lid and switching to external wireless communication follov Exter wireless 3 Then knock the enclosure three times to confirm it And the text line change as follow
36. etting language To change inverter s displaying language please select Setting gt Set language then LCD screen will display current language type single knock to change current language knock three times will save changes and displays Set Language OK Current Language English see Fig 6 3 6 for reference Knock four times to exit setting Power 3385 1W Language English Fig 6 3 7 current language RS 232 Power 3385 1W Exter Wireless Power 3385 1W Inter Wireless 37 Please note in order to prevent disoperation system language won t be change in second level menu Set language but it will be only if user saves save the choice by knock three times and LCD displays Set OK The inverter provides five languages Italian English German Spanish and French The number on Set language interface is sequence number of these five languages the sequence number and its corresponding language are shown in Table 6 3 3 Table6 3 3 sequence number of languages Language Sequence Number Italian 0 English 1 German 2 Spanish 3 French 4 Setting inverter s COM address When communicating with monitoring software or device the software or device may regard inverter s COM address as communication address Also may use inverter s serial number as communication address The COM address could be assigned The second level menu Set COM
37. f the PV string DC voltage is too low the inverter will also turn to Shutdown Mode Derating mode When AC frequency is higher than 50 3Hz settable the inverter will derate its output power according to the rule When user set the output limit command to the inverter the inverter will also limit the output according to the setting In this derating mode the LCD will show DERATING 28 6 3 Country Setting and LCD Display In the lower right corner of inverter there is the LCD display We can check inverter running state historical generation data etc on the LCD screen Items displayed can be changed by knock you can also change some inverter parameters by knock 6 3 1 Location of the country setting DIP switch The DIP switch is located on the left of the RS232 interface at the bottom of the inverter as the figure below PA Country setting DIP switch To reduce the risk of electric shock before selecting country please turn off DC input and AC grid than unscrew the dam board of the DIP switch WARNING by appropriate tool The internal structure of the DIP switch is as the following figure 4321 The internal structure of the DIP switch is as the following figure
38. gh to support and bear the weight of the inverter for a long period time Refer to Chapter 11 Specifications 2 The location selected must be suitable for inverters dimension Refer to 3 3 Dimensions and Fig 5 2 Required Clearances 3 Do not install the inverter on structures constructed of flammable or thermo labile materials 4 Never install the inverter in environment of little or no air flow nor dust environment 5 The Ingress Protection rate is IP65 which means the inverter can be installed outdoors and indoors 6 Do not expose the inverter to direct sunlight in order to avoid the power and efficiency derating caused by excessive heating 7 The humidity of the installation location should be 0 95 without condensation 8 The ambient temperature of the inverter should be 25 C 60 9 The installation location must be freely and safely to get at all times 10 Vertically installation and make sure the connection of inverter must be downwards Never install horizontal and avoids forward and sideways tilt Refer to drawings below 14 15 Fig5 1 11 Notice the minimum clearances of the inverter Refer to 3 3 Dimensions and Fig 5 2 Required Clearances Fig5 2 12 Do not install the inverter near television antenna or any other antennas and ant
39. he bracket is firmly mounted on the wall then mount the inverter on the T bracket EM e Rise up the Growatt UE a little higher than the bracket Considering the weight of pc 1l 5 ET Growatt UE you need to hang on the inverter During the process please maintain P the balance of the Growatt UE F e Hangthe inverter on the bracket through the match hooks on bracket and the back of the inverter e After confirming the inverter is fixed reliably fasten two M6 soket head cap screws on the left and right side firmly to prevent the inverter from being lifted edi esee c emis d off from the bracket DL p se fi Nee Z 2 ct ECC NN X N N 1 EA e Connecting a Second Protective Conductor if itis requirement the earth terminal can be used to connect a second protective conductor or as equipotential bonding This prevents touch current if the original protective conductor fails Recommend awning installation the purpose is to extend the inverter service life and reduce the power derating of the inverter The dimension of the awning refer to Fig 5 6 17 18 5 3 3 Installation layout Information Avoid exposing inverter to direct sunlight rain or snow to extend the inverter service life despite the IP65 protection degree Expo
40. ildren are forbidden to play around the Growatt inverter gt Make all electrical connections e g conductor termination fuses PE connection etc in accordance with prevailing regulations When working with the inverter powered on adhere to all prevailing safety regulations to minimize risk of accidents gt The Growatt UE series inverters may only be operated with PV generators modules and cabling with protective insulation Do not connect any source other than PV modules to the Growatt UE series 2 Systems with inverters typically require additional control e g WARNING switches disconnects or protective devices e g fuse circuit breaker depending upon the prevailing safety rules gt The Growatt inverter is to be used solely to feed solar energy converted photovoltaically into the public grid The inverter is suitable for mounting indoors and outdoors gt You can use the AC current generated as follows Energy flows into the house grid The consumers connected for example household devices or lighting consume the energy The energy left over is fed into the public grid When the Growatt UE series inverters do not generate any energy e g at night the consumers which are connected are supplied by the public grid The energy displayed on the LCD of inverter is for reference only When energy is fed into the public grid the energy meter spins backwards House grid L CAUTION Energy is fe
41. ing standardized emission limit values e g when sensitive equipment is located at the setup location or when the setup location is near radio or television receivers In this case the operator is obliged to take proper action to rectify the situation Possible damage to health as a result of the effects of radiation Do not stay closer than 20 cm to the inverter for any length of time 2 6 Symbols on the inverter Symbol Explanation Electrical voltage Risk of burns Point of connection for grounding protection AG a Operation after 5 minutes Direct Current DC Alternating Current AC CE mark The inverter complies with the requirements of the applicable EC guidelines 3 1 Growatt UE overview Position Product Description 3 Description LCD LED PV input terminals Country setting switch DC switch Rs232 amp DIP switch for RS485 configuration and External communication accessories power RS485 AC output Series Number Warning label Type label The type labels provide a unique identification of the inverter The type of product Device specific characteristics Certificates and approvals The type labels are on the right hand side of the enclosure The Certificate Number is just for SAA Symbol Description Explanation SN pl Tap symbol Indicates display operation see Section 6 lt Green constant Operation 1 Fau
42. ion of your inverter please read through the following information to correct the problem 9 1 Error Messages displayed on LCD An error message will be displayed on the LCD screen when a fault occurs The faults consist of system fault and inverter fault You may be advised to contact Growatt in some situation please provide the following information Information concerning the inverter Serial number e Model number e Error message on LCD e Short description of the problem e Grid voltage e DC input voltage e Can you reproduce the failure If yes how Hasthis problem occurred in the past e What was the ambient condition when the problem occurred Information concerning the PV panels e Manufacturer name and model number of the PV panel Output power of the panel Voc of the panel e Vmpof the panel Imp of the panel Number of panels in each string If itis necessary to replace the unit please ship itin the original box 9 2 System fault System fault system faults are mainly caused by system instead of inverter please check the items as instructed below before replacing inverter Error message Description Suggestion AC V Outrange Utility grid voltage is out 1 Check grid voltage of permissible range 2 Check AC wiring especially the ground wire 3 If the error message still exists despite the grid voltage being within the tolerable range contact Growatt ACF Out
43. ive components f f nie E and treat the terminals carefully m EN m c g x The PV modules should have an IEC61730 Class A rating Y m Please use the same brand male and female PV connectors E Hm y 1 Under any conditions the total circuit current should never exceed the P y us L Information Max Current a 19 Excessive voltages destroy the measuring device x Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to at least L PIG Suc 3 Check the assembled DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them to the inverter 1 Check the connection cables of the PV modules for correct polarity make sure 4 The maximum string currents are varying from different inverter types that the maximum input voltage of the inverter is not exceeded 2 The diagram drawing of DC side is shown as below notice that the connectors are in paired male and female connectors The connectors for PV arrays and inverters are AMPHENOL connectors 4000UE 9A 5000UE 9A 6000UE 10A 23 24 5 In order to seal the inverter all unneeded DC inputs must be closed with sealing plugs Cable requirements Mode Diameter mm Area mm AWG 4000UE 1 63 2 05 2 5 4 14 12 5000UE 1 63 2 05 2 5 4 14 12 6000UE 1 63 2 05 2 5 4 14 12 5 4 4 Grounding AC Grounding The Growatt UE must be connected to the AC grounding conductor of the power distributi
44. lt contactinstaller 86 Inverter state symbol Red constant 2 Standby module FAULT 1 Fans Fault contact installer b a L 2 Software update 3 2 Type label Model Name kkkkkkkkkkkk VDE AR N4105 AS3100 AS4777 C N136 VDE 0126 1 1 IEC 62109 More detail about the type label as the chart below Model Name Max DC voltage Max input current PV voltage range AC Nominal voltage AC grid frequency Nominal AC output power AC normal output current Power factor Environmental Protection Rating Operation Ambient temperature Growatt4000UE 800V 9A 9A 140V 800V 230V 50 60Hz 4000W 5 8A 0 9leading 0 9laging IP65 25 460 C 0 9leading 0 9laging IP65 25 460 C Growatt5000UE Growatt6000UE 800V 800V 9A 9A 10A 10A 140V 800V 140V 800V 230V 230V 50 60Hz 50 60Hz 5000W 6000W 7 8 7A 0 9leading 0 9laging IP65 25 460 C 3 3 Size and weight E lt J m Y u i i EJ S8 UU Y A mm B mm C mm D mm Weight kg 4000 UE 566 433 195 620 30 5000 6000 UE 566 433 195 620 32 5 3 4 Transportation The inverter is thoroughly tested and inspected strictly before delivery Our inverters leave our factory in proper electrical and mechanical condition Special p
45. lue of first double knock enter into next position Knock three times to save the channel Knock four times to exit the setting Input password gt Setting gt intern Wireless gt Zigbee gt channel gt PIN gt is set the PIN of intern Zigbee Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input the PIN Single knock to change value of first double knock enter into next position Knock three times to save the PIN Knock four times to exit the setting Setting Wifi of intern wireless Input password gt Setting gt intern Wireless wifi Knock three times to save RS232 Knock four times to exit the setting Set Bluetooth of intern wireless Input password gt Setting gt intern Wireless gt Bluetooth Knock three times to save RS232 Knock four times to exit the setting Setting inverter time Inverter provides a system clock user must set the system time after installation as the historical statistic data for a period were based on the clock User can set the following time parameters year month day hour minute Input password gt Setting gt 2009 03 27 00 38 is the current time Double knock to go into setting Single knock to change time Konck three times to save time Knock four times to exit setting See Fig 6 3 6 for reference Power 3385 1W 2009 03 27 00 38 Fig 6 3 9 current time 6 4 M3 LCD Display 6 4 1 Graphic display Position BEHUNBBEA A 8888 BA HE
46. nock three times to save way Setting RS233 Input password Setting language RS232 Knock three times to save RS232 Knock four times to exit the setting Setting Zigbee of extern wireless Input password gt Setting language intern Wireless gt Zigbee gt channel gt is set the channel of extern Zigbee Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input the Channel Single knock to change value of first double knock enter into next position Knock three times to save thechannel Knock four times to exit the setting Knock four times to exit the setting Input password gt Setting gt Extern Wireless gt Zigbee gt channel gt PIN gt is set the PIN of extern Zigbee Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input the PIN Single knock to change value of first double knock enter into next position Knock three times to save the PIN Knock four times to exit the setting Setting Wifi of extern wireless Input password gt Setting gt Extern Wireless gt wifi Knock three times to save RS232 Knock four times to exit the setting 38 39 Setting Bluetooth of extern wireless Input password gt Setting gt Extern Wireless gt Bluetooth Knock three times to save RS232 Knock four times to exit the setting Setting Zigbee of Intern wireless Input password gt Setting gt intern Wireless gt Zigbee gt channel gt is set the channel of intern Zigbee Double knock the enclosure lid ready to input the Channel Single knock to change va
47. o Light the backlight State info Thrice knock Inverter info single knock Time double knock if they are not correct please set them refer to 6 3 5setting inverter time or 6 4 3 text line d setting date and time JO Fig6 1 6 2 Operation Modes Normal Mode In this mode the inverter works normally and LED turns green Whenever the DC voltage is higher than 200Vdc inverter converts power to grid e Whenever the DC voltage is lower than 180Vdc the inverter will work in waiting status and attempt to connect the grid In waiting state the inverter consumes just power generated by the PV panel to monitor the internal system Notes The inverter starts up automatically when DC power from the PV panel is sufficient Fault Mode The internal intelligent controller can continuously monitor and adjust the system status If inverter finds any unexpected conditions such as system fault and inverter fault the fault information will be displayed on the LCD In fault mode the LED turns red Notes a Detailed fault information refers to Chapter 9 Trouble shooting b When PV Isolation error occurred in SAA safety standard the buzzer will give an alarm every fifteen seconds Shutdown Mode Inverters automatically stop running during periods of little or no sunlight In shutdown mode the inverters take no power from the grid and panel the LCD and LED turns off Notes I
48. on grid via the ground terminal PE PV Grounding The grounding conductor in the framework of the PV array must be connected to the PV grounding conductor and the DC grounding conductor The cross section of the grounding conductor corresponds to the cross section of the largest conductor in the DC system DC Grounding Conductor A DC grounding conductor may be required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction AHJ Use the terminal block for the PV grounding conductor and DC grounding conductor Ground kit If PV modules of the PV system require POSITIVE or NEGATIVE to connect to GROUND the output of inverter should connect to grid with an isolating transformer The connection method is below Inverter N of transformer should not be connected to PE 5 5 Grid Type 5 5 1 Common grid type Based on the local GRID standards it may select different connection types In the following you will find an overview of the most common type of grid structure Transtarmer House Load Transformer Grid House Load connecioa Transformer House Load Transformer Grid Hause Load connection connection I Transtormer House Load connection 26 If the output of inverter was connected to grid with an isolation i transformer and the inverter display PV Isolation Low error when you start up the inverter please set the parameter Enable Neutral via Information Growatt software
49. property and personal safety gt Theinverter must only be operated with PV generator Do not connect any other source to it 2 Both AC and DC voltage sources are terminated inside the PV Inverter Please disconnect these circuits before servicing gt This unit is designed to feed power to the public power grid utility only Do not connect this unit to an AC source or generator Connecting Inverter to external devices could result in serious damage to your equipment 2 When a photovoltaic panel is exposed to light it generates a DC voltage When connected to this equipment a photovoltaic panel will charge the DC link capacitors gt Energy stored in this equipment s DC link capacitors presents a risk of electric shock Even after the unit is disconnected from the grid and photovoltaic panels high voltages may still exist inside the PV Inverter Do not remove the casing until at least 5 minutes after disconnecting all power sources Although designed to meet all safety requirements some parts and surfaces of Inverter are still hot during operation To reduce the risk of injury do not touch the heat sink at the back of the PV Inverter or nearby surfaces while Inverter is operating 5 2 Selecting the Installation Location This is guidance for installer to choose a suitable installation location to avoid potential damages to device and operators 1 The wall selected to install the inverter must be strong and firm enou
50. range Utility grid frequency out 1 Check AC wiring and grid frequency of permissible range 2 If the error message is displayed despite the grid frequency being within the tolerable range contact Growatt PV Isolation Low Insulation problem 1 Check if panel enclosure ground properly 2 Check if inverter ground properly 3 Check if the DC breaker gets wet 4 Check the impedance of PV amp PV between ground must be more than 800 KQ If the error message is displayed despite the above checking passed contact Growatt Residuall High Leakage current too high 1 Restart invert 2 If error message still exists contact Growatt 60 61 Output High DCI Output current DC offset too high PV Voltage High The DC input voltage Is exceeding the maximum tolerable value Auto Test Failed Auto test didn t pass Over Temperature NTC OPEN or the temperature of heatsink is too high 9 3 Inverter warning Warning code Meanings Warning103 Fail to read EEPROM Warning104 firmware version is not consistent Warning 105 Fail to write EEPROM 1 Restart inverter 2 If error message still exists contact Growatt 1 Disconnect the DC wire immediately 2 Check the voltage of each PV string with multimerter 3 If the voltage of PV strings is lower than 780V contact Growatt Restart inverter repeat Auto Test if problem still exist contact Growatt If the ambient temperatur
51. sure to the sunlight may cause additional internal heating which will cause power derating Fig 5 4 More than one inverter need be installed the dimensions below should considered 2900 Roof m To ty WW t7 TZ WE 7 88 i 1 S c CN SS Tow ey To ty To te C7 8 wr Ground Fig 5 5 19 dme 2300 2800 E unit mm Fig 5 6 5 4 Electrical Connections 5 4 1 Safety DANGER N WARNING Danger to life due to lethal voltages High voltages which may cause electric shocks are present in the conductive parts of the inverter Prior to performing any work on the inverter disconnect the inverter on the AC and DC sides Danger of damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge Take appropriate ESD precautions when replacing and installing the inverter 20 5 4 2 Wiring Output We recommend to connection fuses in series the output side The current of fuse s
52. tribution grid Power Factor Power factor is the ratio of true power or watts to apparent power PV Abbreviation for photovoltaic Wireless communication accessories optional The external wireless communication technology is a radio technology that allows the inverter and other communication products to communicate with each other Safety 2 2 1 Intended Use Growatt UE series inverters are grid tied inverters which convert DC current generated by PV modules into AC current and feed it into the public grid in three phase Growatt UE series inverters are multi string inverters with multi MPP trackers which mean they are able to connect to different PV module arrays Grid tied PV system Overview Input A INVERTER DC Switch AC Breaker Energy Meter Public Grid Input B Fig1 1 The inverter may only be operated with a permanent connection to the public power grid The inverter is not intended for mobile use Any other or additional use is not considered as intended use The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages resulting from unintended use Damage caused by such unintended use 15 at the sole risk of the operator As drawings shown above a complete Grid tied PV system consists of PV modules PV inverters public grid and other components Moreover PV inverters always act as key components When design a PV system contains Growatt UE series inverters or any other Growatt inverters the system designing softw
53. verter time or6 4 3 text line d setting date and time 3 6 The advantage of the Growatt UE inverters The features of UE inverter are below e Dual independent MPP trackers e Integrated DC disconnect switch e Bluetooth RF technology Zigbee Wifi e Wide PV voltage range 140V 800V e The maximum efficiency 15 97 8 e IP65 environmental protection e Easy to install Unpacking 4 Before opening the packing box of Growatt UE please note that whether there are any visible external damages Once open the packing box please check the delivery for completeness and for any visible external damages of the inverter If there are anything damaged or missing please contact your dealer Complete delivery should contain as follows A B C I Item Number Description A 1 Inverter B 1 Mounting frame C 3 Expansion bolt D 1 Shell E 1 Cable gland for AC connection 4 M4 cross recessed countersunk head screws G 3 M6 socket head cap screws H 2 RS 485 PLUG es 2 RJ45 PLUG m 1 Warranty not show in the picture m 1 User manual not show in the picture For type 1 RS485 For type 2 RS485 Though the packaging of Growatt UE is durable please I information treat the packing box gently and avoid dispose the packing box 12 13 5 Installation 5 1 Safety instruction Danger to life due to fire or explosion 2 Despite careful construction electrical devices can cause fires Do not install the inverter on e

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