PV Grid Tie Inverter

Solis 4G Single Phase Inverter

-US version
Installation and Operation Manual
Solis-1P6K-4G-US, Solis-1P7K-4G-US, Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US,
Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US, Solis-1P8K-4G-US, Solis-1P8.6K-4G-US,
Solis-1P9K-4G-US, Solis-1P10K-4G-US

Manufacturer: Ginlong (Ningbo) Technologies Co.,Ltd., Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R.China

US Office: 565 Metro Pl. S. Suite 3214, Dublin OH 43017, USA
Toll-free: 866.438.8408 I Email: [email protected] I [email protected]
Web: www.ginlong.com I www.ginlong-usa.com
Please record the serial number of your inverter and quote this when you contact us.

C 2016, Ningbo Ginlong Technologies Co., Ltd.

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Contents
1. Introduction ……………………………………………… 3
1.1 Product Description ………………………………… 3
1.2 Packaging ………………………………………… 4
2. Safety Instructions ……………………………………… 5
2.1 Safety Symbols …………………………………… 5
2.2 General Safety Instructions ……………………… 5
2.3 Notice For Use ……………………………………… 6
3. Overview ……………………………………………… 7
3.1 Front Panel Display ……………………………… 7
3.2 LED Status Indicator Lights ……………………… 7
3.3 Keypad …………………………………………… 8
3.4 LCD ………………………………………………… 8
4. Installation ……………………………………………… 9
4.1 Select Location for the Inverter ………………… 9
4.2 Mounting the Inverter ………………………………… 11
4.3 Electrical Connections …………………………… 14
4.3.1 Terminal connections ……………………… 14
4.3.2 Connect PV side of inverter ……………… 15
4.3.3 Connect grid side of inverter ……………… 16
4.3.4 Ground connection ………………………… 17
4.3.5 Max. overcurrent protection device (OCPD)… 18
4.3.6 Inverter monitoring connection …………… 18
5. Start & Stop ……………………………………… 20
5.1 Start the Inverter ……………………………… 20
5.2 Stop the Inverter ………………………………… 20
6. Operation ……………………………………………… 21
6.1 Main Menu ………………………………………… 21
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 Contents 1. Introduction
6.2 Information ……………………………………… 21 1.1 Product Description
6.2.1 Lock screen …………………………………… 23 Solis single phase US series inverters can transfer DC power from PV panels into AC
power and feed into grid.
6.3 Settings ……………………………………………… 23 Solis single phase US series inverters contain 8 models which are listed below:
6.3.1 Set Time ……………………………………… 23 Solis-1P6K-4G-US, Solis-1P7K-4G-US, Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US, Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US,
Solis-1P8K-4G-US, Solis-1P8.6K-4G-US, Solis-1P9K-4G-US, Solis-1P10K-4G-US
6.3.2 Set Address …………………………………… 23
6.4 Advanced Info. ……………………………………… 24
6.4.1 Alarm Message ……………………………… 24 LED lights
6.4.2 Running Message …………………………… 25
LCD display
6.4.3 Version ………………………………………… 25
6.4.4 Daily Energy …………………………………… 25 4 buttons

6.4.5 Monthly Energy and Yearly Energy ………… 25

6.4.6 Daily record …………………………………… 26 Water drill hole
6.4.7 Communication Data ………………………… 26 DC Switch
6.5 Advanced Settings ………………………………… 26
6.5.1 Select Standard ……………………………… 26
6.5.2 Grid ON/OFF ………………………………… 28
6.5.3 Clear Energy ……………………………… 28
6.5.4 New Password ………………………………… 28
6.5.5 Power control ……………………………… 28
6.5.6 Calibrate Energy ………………………………… 29
DC input RS 485 AC input
6.6 ARC Fault …………………………………………… 29
Wiring box
7. Maintenance ……………………………………………… 30
Figure 1.1 Front side view Figure 1.2 Bottom side view
8. Troubleshooting ………………………………………… 30
9. Specifications …………………………………………… 33
9.1 Technical data ………………………………………… 33
9.2
9.1 Power Derating
Technical data………………………………………… 37
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1. Introduction 2.Safety Instructions
Improper use may result in potential electric shock hazards or burns. This manual
1.2 Packaging
contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and
When you receive the inverter, ensure that all the parts listed below are included:
maintenance. Please read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for
future reference.

2.1 Safety Symbols

Safety symbols used in this manual, which highlight potential safety risks and important
safety information, are listed as follows:

WARNING:
WARNING symbol indicates important safety instructions, which if not
correctly followed, could result in serious injury or death.
2 3 4
NOTE:
NOTE symbol indicates important safety instructions, which if not correctly
PV Grid Tie Inverter

Solis 4G Single Phase Inverter

followed, could result in some damage or the destruction of the inverter.
-US version
Installation and Operation Manual
Solis-1P6K-4G-US, Solis-1P7K-4G-US, Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US,
Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US, Solis-1P8K-4G-US, Solis-1P8.6K-4G-US,
Solis-1P9K-4G-US, Solis-1P10K-4G-US

CAUTION:
CAUTION, RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK symbol indicates important safety
1 instructions, which if not correctly followed, could result in electric shock.
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CAUTION:
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CAUTION, HOT SURFACE symbol indicates safety instructions, which if not
correctly followed, could result in burns.

2.2 General Safety Instructions

Part # Description Number
1 PV grid tie inverter 1 WARNING:

2 Wall mounting bracket 1 Please don’t connect PV array positive(+) or negative(-) to ground, it could

3 Locking screws 2 cause serious damage to the inverter.

4 Grounding screw 1
WARNING:
5 Manual 1
Electrical installations must be done in accordance with the local and national
electrical safety standards.
Table 1.1 Parts list

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2.Safety Instructions 3. Overview
WARNING: 3.1 Front Panel Display
To reduce the risk of fire, over-current protective devices (OCPD) are
required for circuits connected to the Inverter.
The DC OCPD shall be installed per local requirements. All photovoltaic source
and output circuit conductors shall have disconnects that comply with the NEC
Article 690, Part II. All Solis single phase inverters feature an integrated
DC switch.

CAUTION:
Risk of electric shock. Do not remove cover. There is no user serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified and accredited service technicians.

CAUTION:
The PV array (Solar panels) supplies a DC voltage when they are exposed to
sunlight.

CAUTION: Figure 3.1 Front Panel Display

Risk of electric shock from energy stored in capacitors of the Inverter. Do not
remove cover for 5 minutes after disconnecting all power sources(service technician 3.2 LED Status Indicator Lights
only). Warranty may be voided if the cover is removed without unauthorized .

CAUTION: There are three LED status indicator lights in the front panel of the inverter. Left LED:
The surface temperature of the inverter can reach up to 75℃ (167 F). POWER LED (red) indicates the power status of the inverter. Middle LED: OPERATION
To avoid risk of burns, do not touch the surface of the inverter while it’s operating. LED (green) indicates the operation status. Right LED: ALARM LED (yellow) indicates
Inverter must be installed out of the reach of children. the alarm status. Please see Table 3.1 for details

2.3 Notice For Use Light Status Description

ON The inverter can detect DC power

The inverter has been constructed according to the applicable safety and technical POWER
OFF No DC power or low DC power
guidelines. Use the inverter in installations that meet the following specifications ONLY:
ON The inverter is operating properly.
1.Permanent installation is required.
OPERATION OFF The inverter has stopped to supply power.
2.The electrical installation must meet all the applicable regulations and standards.
FLASHING The inverter is initializing.
3.The inverter must be installed according to the instructions stated in this manual.
ON Alarm or fault condition is detected.
4.The inverter must be installed according to the correct technical specifications.
ALARM OFF The inverter is operating properly.
5.To startup the inverter, the Grid Supply Main Switch (AC) must be switched on, before
the solar panel's DC isolator shall be switched on. To stop the inverter, the Grid Supply Table 3.1 Status Indicator Lights
Main Switch (AC) must be switched off before the solar panel's DC isolator shall be
switched off.
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3.3 Keypad 4.1 Select a Location for the Inverter
There are four keys in the front panel of the Inverter(from left to right): To select a location for the inverter, the following criteria should be considered:
ESC, UP, DOWN and ENTER keys. The keypad is used for: Do not install in small closed spaces where air can not circulate freely. To avoid
overheating, always make sure the flow of air around the inverter is not blocked.
Scrolling through the displayed options (the UP and DOWN keys);
Exposure to direct sunlight will increase the operational temperature of the inverter and
Access to modify the adjustable settings (the ESC and ENTER keys). may cause output power limiting. Ginlong Solis recommends inverter installed to avoid
direct sunlight or raining.
3.4 LCD To avoid over heating ambient air temperature MUST be considered when choosing
the inverter installation location. Ginlong recommends using a sun shade minimizing
The two-line Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is located on the front panel of the Inverter, direct sunlight when the ambient air temperature around the unit exceeds 104°F/40°C.
which shows the following information:

Inverter operation status and data;

Service messages for operator;

Alarm messages and fault indications.

Figure 4.1 Recommended Installation locations

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Install on a wall or strong structure capable of bearing the weight.
4.2 Mounting the Inverter
Install vertically with a maximum incline of +/- 5°.If the mounted inverter is tilted to an
angle greater than the maximum noted, heat dissipation can be inhibited, and may result Dimensions of mounting bracket:
in less than expected output power. 5.16
2. 1 7 2 . 17
When 1 or more inverters are installed in one location, a minimum 12inchs clearance
should be kept between each inverter or other object. The bottom of the inverter should
be 20inchs clearance to the ground.

1.1

1.57
12in

12in
4.92

Figure 4.3 Inverter wall mounting

12in 12in 12in Please see Figure 4.4 and Figure 4.5 for instruction on mounting the inverter to a wall or pillar.
The inverter shall be mounted vertically. The steps to mount the inverter are listed below:

1. According to the figure 4.2, select the mounting height of the bracket and mark the
mounting holes. For brick walls, the position of the holes should be suitable for the
20in

20in

expansion bolts.
Suitable fixing screws

Figure 4.2 Inverter Mounting clearance

Visibility of the LED status indicator lights and the LCD located at the front panel of
Bracket
the inverter should be considered.

Adequate ventilation must be provided if the inverter is to be installed in a confined space.

NOTE:
Nothing should be stored on or placed against the inverter.

Locking screw

Figure 4.4 Inverter wall mounting

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Figure 4.5 Inverter pillar mounting

2.Make sure the bracket is horizontal and the mounting holes (in Figure 4.4 and Figure 4.5)
are marked correctly. Drill the holes into the wall or pillar at your marks.

Figure 4.6 Wall Mount Bracket

3.Use the suitable screws to fix the bracket to the wall.

WARNING: 5. Use M4*9 screws to fix the bottom of the inverter to the mount bracket.
The inverter must be mounted vertically.

4.Lift up the inverter (be careful to avoid body strain), and align the back bracket on the
inverter with the convex section of the mounting bracket. Hang the inverter on the
mounting bracket and make sure the inverter is secure (see Figure 4.6)

Figure 4.7 Fix the inverter

The are two holes at the bottom of bracket, one to fix the inverter, another for the
lock. The diameter of the lock should be less than 0.27in (7mm).

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4.3 Electrical Connections
Before marking wire connections, unscrew the four screws on both sides of the wiring box, Terminal A
then remove the cover
Terminal B
Press on the wiring box cover while loosening the screws. This action will help to
avoid damaging the screw threads.

Figure 4.9 Connection area of inverter

Strip the end of the wire ¾” minimum to 1” maximum. Use a slotted (flat-blade) screwdriver,
insert the screwdriver in Terminal A (top) and insert the wire into Terminal B (bottom) of the
Rapid Termination wiring block. While holding the wire in place, remove the screwdriver
Screwdriver
and the Rapid Termination spring terminal block will fix the wire in place. Use the labels on
the Rapid Termination wiring block to ensure proper polarity.

4.3.2 Connect PV side of inverter

Warning
Before connecting inverter, please make sure the PV array open circuit voltage is
within the limit of the inverter. Otherwise the inverter could be damaged.
Figure 4.8 Bottom side of inverter
DO NOT connect the PV array positive or negative to Ground.
This can cause serious damage to the inverter.
Before making electrical connections, double check to ensure the steps below are strictly
followed:
a. Switch the Grid Supply Main Switch (AC) OFF. The MPPT's cannot be wired in parallel. The inverter will not operate properly

b. Switch the DC Switch OFF. if this is done.

Before connection, please make sure the polarity of the output voltage of PV array
Please see figure 4.6,there are four knockouts in the wiring box. The two knockouts on the
matches the“DC+”and “DC-”symbols.
left (bottom and side) are for the DC conduit entry. The two knockouts on the right (bottom
and side) are for the AC conduit entry. All knockouts in the wiring box can accept trade size
1 inch or 1¼ inch (ID) conduit.. Please use qualified DC cable for PV system.
Cross section
Cable type Recommended
4.3.1 Terminal connections Range value
Industry generic PV cable 4.0~6.0
（model:PV1-F） 4.0（12AWG）
（12~10AWG）

Table 4.1 DC cable size

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Damage to the DC Disconnect due to enlarged knockouts. 4.3.4 Ground connection
Enlarged knockouts enable moisture to penetrate the DC Disconnect which
could damage electronic components in the DC Disconnect. Internal ground connection point
Please see figure 4.10. Both DC and AC ground cable can be connect to ground terminal
Please refer to figure 4.9, The acceptable wire size range is from 12 AWG to 8 AWG, copper
Above DC switch. The acceptable wire size for ground is 12AWG to 4 AWG. The torque is
conductors only; refer to local code for appropriate wire size.
26 in-lbs (3 Nm) .

4.3.3 Connect grid side of inverter

The Ginlong Solis 6-10kW Single Phase inverters can be connected to a 208V or 240V grid.
The default setting is for a 240VAC single phase grid. Since the inverter monitors voltage
between L1 and L2, the Neutral conductor can be connected or not connected when tying the
inverter to a 240V grid. Ground must be connect to the PE terminal.
Figure 4.10 Grounding terminal on heat-sink

Cross section
Cable type Recommended External ground connection point
Range value
An external ground connection is provided at the right side of inverter.
Industry generic 4.0~25.0mm² 10-25mm²
grid cable （12~4AWG） （8-4AWG） Prepare OT terminals: M4. Use proper tooling to crimp the lug to the terminal.
Connect the OT terminal with ground cable to the right side of inverter. The torque is
Table 4.2 Grid cable size
20 in-lbs (2Nm).

L1 L1
STANDARD

N
GRID

L3 L2 L2

208V~ 240V~
3PH-△- 3W SPLIT-PHASE

TERMINAL L1 L2 N L1 L2 N

Connection requiement Yes Yes No Yes Yes Optional

Table 4.3 Grid terminal connection

Figure4.11 Connect the external grounding conductor

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4.3.5 Max. overcurrent protection device (OCPD)

To protect the inverter's AC grid connection conductors, Ginlong Solis recommends installing Smart phone monitoring
breakers that will protect against overcurrent. The following table defines OCPD ratings for
the Ginlong Solis 6-10kW single phase inverters.
GPRS monitoring

Rated Rated output Current for protection

Inverter voltage(V) power (kW) device (A) Internet
Solis-1P6K-4G-US 240V/208V 6/6 40/40 Router Web server
Wi-Fi monitoring
Solis-1P7K-4G-US 240V/208V 7/7 40/40

Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US 240V/208V 7.6/7.6 40/50 PC monitoring

Wi-Fi box
Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US 240V/208V 7.6/7.6 40/50 Wi-Fi monitoring

Solis-1P8K-4G-US 240V/208V 8/7.6 40/50

Figure4.12 Wi-Fi communication function
Solis-1P8.6K-4G-US 240V/208V 8.6/8.2 50/50

Solis-1P9K-4G-US 240V/208V 9/8.6 50/50

Solis-1P10K-4G-US 240V/208V 10/9.5 50/60

Table 4.4 Rating of grid OCPD

4.3.6 Inverter monitoring connection

The inverter can be monitored via Wi-Fi or GPRS. All Ginlong Solis communication
devices are optional (Figure 4.9). For connection instructions, please refer to the Ginlong
Solis Monitoring Device installation manuals.

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5. Start & Stop 6. Operation
During normal operation, the display alternately shows the power and the operation
5.1 Start the Inverter
status with each screen lasting for 10 seconds (see Figure 6.1). Screens can also be
To start up the Inverter, it is important that the following steps are strictly followed: scrolled manually by pressing the UP and DOWN keys. Press the ENTER key to

1. Switch the grid supply main Switch (AC) ON first. access to the Main Menu.

2. Switch the DC switch ON. If the voltage of PV arrays are higher than start up voltage,
the inverter will turn on. The red LED power will light, and the LCD shows the company's Pressing the
ESC key Main Menu
name and the inverter model. calls back the
previous menu.
Information
Ginlong Power 3424W UP/DOWN
Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US 01-01-2014 12:04
Settings
5 sec
Figure 5.1 Company Name and Inverter Model on LCD Manufacturer
UP/DOWN or
Start Model name auto-scroll UP/DOWN
(10 sec)
Advanced Info.
3. When both the DC and the AC sides supply to the inverter, it will be ready to generate
Status: Generating
power. Initially, the inverter will check both its internal parameters and the parameters 01-01-2014 12:04 UP/DOWN

of the AC grid, to ensure that they are within the acceptable limits. At the same time, Pressing the Advanced settings
ENTER key
the green LED will flash and the LCD displays the information of INITIALIZING. gives access to
the main menu.

4. After 30-300 seconds (depending on local requirement), the inverter will start to
generate power. The green LED will be on continually and the LCD displays
Figure 6.1 Operation Overview
GENERATING.

WARNING: 6.1 Main Menu

Do not touch the surface when the inverter is operating. It may be
hot and cause burns. There are four submenus in the Main Menu (see Figure 6.1):
1. Information
2. Settings
5.2 Stop the Inverter 3. Advanced Info.
4. Advanced Settings
To stop the Inverter, the following steps must be strictly followed:
1. Switch the Supply Main Switch (AC) OFF. 6.2 Information
2. Wait 30 seconds. Switch the DC Switch OFF. All the LEDs of the inverter will be off in one
minute. The Solis Single Phase Inverter main menu provides access to operational data and
information. The information is displayed by selecting "Information" from the menu
and then by scrolling up or down.

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Display Duration Description 6.2.1 Lock screen

V_DC1 350.8V V_DC1: Shows input 01 voltage value. Pressing the ESC key returns to the Main Menu. Pressing the ENTER key locks
I_DC1 5.1A 10 sec
I_DC1: Shows input 01 current value. (Figure 6.2(a)) or unlocks (Figure 6.2 (b)) the screen.

V_DC4 350.8V V_DC4: Shows input 02 voltage value.

I_DC4 5.1A 10 sec
I_DC4: Shows input 02 current value.
5.2 Stop the Inverter (a) (b)
V_Grid 230.4V V_Grid: Shows the grid's voltage value
I_Grid 8.1A 10 sec Figure 6.2 Locks and Unlocks the Screen of LCD
I_Grid: Shows the grid's current value.

Status: Generating Status: Shows instant status of the Inverter.

6.3 Settings
Power: 1488W 10 sec
Power: Shows instant output power value.
The following submenus are displayed when the Settings menu is selected:
1.Set Time
Grid Frequency
F_Grid 60.06Hz 10 sec F_Grid: Shows the grid's frequency value.
2.Set Address

Total Energy
10 sec Total generated energy value 6.3.1 Set Time
0258458 kwh
This function allows time and date setting. When this function is selected, the LCD will
This Month: 0123kwh This Month: Total energy generated this month. display a screen as shown in Figure 6.3.
Last Month: 0123kwh 10 sec
Last Month: Total energy generated last month.

Today: 15.1kwh Today: Total energy generated today. NEXT=<ENT> OK=<ESC>

Yesterday: 13.5kwh 10 sec 01-01-2010 16:37
Yesterday: Total energy generated yesterday.
Figure 6.3 Set Time
Inverter SN
00000000000000 10 sec Display series number of the inverter
Press the UP/DOWN keys to set time and data. Press the ENTER key to move from one
digit to the next (from left to right). Press the ESC key to save the settings and return to
M_Power: 0015.1W Information about Wi-Fi connection status
M_Energy: 0013.5kWh 10 sec the previous menu.
Please see 6.2.1 for details.

6.3.2 Set Address

Table 6.1 Information list
This function is used to set the address when muti inverters are connected to single monitor.
The address number can be assigned from “01”to “99”(see Figure 6.4). The default address
number of Solis Single Phase Inverter is “01”.

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YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>
6.4.2 Running Message
Set Address: 01 This function is for maintaince person to get running message such as internal temperature,
Standard NO. etc.
Figure 6.4 Set Address
Screens can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys.
Press the UP/DOWN keys to set the address. Press the ENTER key to save the settings.
Press the ESC key to cancel the change and return to the previous menu.
6.4.3 Version

The screen shows the model version and the software version of the Inverter
6.4 Advanced Info - Technicians Only
(see Figure 6.7).
NOTE: Model: 08
To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. Software Version: D20001
Enter menu “Advanced Info.” and “Advanced settings” （need password）.
Figure 6.7 Model Version and Software Version
Select “Advanced Info.” from the Main Menu. The screen will require the password as below
6.4.4 Daily Energy
YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>
Password:0000 The function is for checking the energy generation for selected day.

Figure 6.5 Enter password YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>

Select: 2015-02-23
The default password is “0010". Please press “down” to move the cursor, press “up” to
select the number. Figure 6.8 Select date for daily energy
After enter the correct password the Main Menu will display a screen and be able to access Press DOWN key to move the cursor to day, month and year, press UP key to change the
to the following information. digit. Press Enter after the date is fixed.
1.Alarm Message 2. Running message 3.Version 4. Daily Energy 5. Monthly Energy
6. Yearly Energy 7. Daily Record 8.Communication Data 2015-02-22: 051.3kWh
2015-02-23: 061.5kWh
The screen can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. Pressing the ENTER
key gives access to a submenu. Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu. Figure 6.9 Daily energy
Press UP/DOWN key to move one date from another.
6.4.1 Alarm Message
The display shows the 100 latest alarm messages (see Figure 6.6). Screens can be scrolled 6.4.5 Monthly Energy and Yearly Energy
manually by pressing the UP/ DOWN keys. Press the ESC key to return to the previous
The two functions are for checking the energy generation for selected month and Year
menu.
YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>
Alarm001: OV-G-V Select: 2015-02 Select: 2015
Time: 27-11 Data: 7171
Figure 6.10 Select month for monthly energy Figure 6.11 Select year for yearly energy
Figure 6.6 Alarm Message
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Press the UP/DOWN keys to select the standard (AS4777, VDE4105, VDE0126, UL-240V-A,
Press DOWN key to move the cursor, press UP key to change the
UL-208V-A, UL-240V, UL-208V, MEX-CFE, G83/2 (for 1-3.6kW models), G59/3 (for 4-5kW
digit. Press Enter after the month/year is fixed.
models), EN50438 DK, EN50438 IE, EN50438 NL and “User-Def” function). Press the
2015-02: 0510kWh 2015: 0017513kWh ENTER key to confirm the setting. Press the ESC key to cancel changes and returns to
2015-01: 0610kWh 2014: 0165879kWh
previous menu.

Figure 6.12 Month energy Figure 6.13 Yearly energy

There are 4 settings for USA and CSA market, UL-240V and UL-208V are the settings for

Press UP/DOWN key to move one date from another. inverter without AFCI module, UL-240V-A and UL-208V-A are the settings for inverter
integrate with AFCI module. The default grid setting is 240V.
6.4.6 Daily record
NOTE:
The screen shows history of changing settings. Only for maintance personel. The default setting is 240V split phase “UL-240V” or “UL-240V-A”, if it’s
different please select 208V single phase “UL-208V” or “UL-208V-A” or
220V split phase “MEX-CFE”. Other standards are for 50Hz grid, please
6.4.7 Communication Data
don’t select.

The screen shows the internal data of the Inverter (see Figure 6.14), which is for service
NOTE:
technicians only. This function is for technicians use only.
01-05: 01 25 E4 9D AA
06-10: C2 B5 E4 9D 55 Selecting the “User-Def” menu will access to the following submenu (see Figure 6.16),

Figure 6.14 Communication Data OV-G-V1: 260V

OV-G-V1-T: 1S

6.5 Advanced Settings - Technicians Only Figure 6.16

NOTE:
NOTE: The " User-Def" function can be only used by the service engineer and
To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. must be allowed by the local energy supplier.
Please follow 6.4 to enter password to access this menu.
Below is the setting range for “User-Def”. Using this function, the limits can be changed
Select Advanced Settings from the Main Menu to access the following options: manually.
1.Select Standard 2.Grid ON/OFF
OV-G-V1: 220---290V OV-G-F1: 50.2-53Hz(60.2-64Hz)
3.Clear Energy 4. New Password 5. Power Control 6.Calibrate Energy
OV-G-V1-T: 0.1---9S OV-G-F1-T: 0.1---9S
OV-G-V2: 220---290V OV-G-F2: 50.2-53Hz(60.2-64Hz)
6.5.1 Selecting Standard
OV-G-V2-T: 0.1---1S OV-G-F2-T: 0.1---9S

This function is used to select the grid's reference standard (see Figure 6.11). UN-G-V1: 90---210V UN-G-F1: 47-49.5Hz(56-59.8Hz)
UN-G-V1-T: 0.1---9S UN-G-F1-T: 0.1---9S
YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC> UN-G-V2: 90---210V UN-G-F2: 47-49Hz(56-59.8Hz)
Standard:UL-240V-A
UN-G-V2-T: 0.1---1S UN-G-F2-T: 0.1---9S
Figure 6.15
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Press the UP/DOWN keys to scroll through items. Press the ENTER key to edit the
highlighted item. Press the UP/DOWN keys again to change the setting. Press the ENTER This function is applicable by maintenance personnel only, wrong operation
key to save the setting. Press the ESC key to cancel changes and returns to the previous will prevent the inverter from reaching maximum power.
menu.
6.5.6 Calibrate Energy
6.5.2 Grid ON/OFF Maintenance or replacement could clear or cause a different value of total energy. Use this
This function is used to start up or stop the power generation of Solis Single Phase function could allow user to revise the value of total energy to the same value as before. If
Inverter (see Figure 6.17). the monitoring website is used the data will be synchronous with this setting automatically.
Grid ON (see Figure 6.19).
Grid OFF
YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>
Figure 6.17 Set Grid ON/OFF Energy:0000000kWh

Screens can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. Press the ENTER key Figure 6.19 Calibrate energy
to save the setting. Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.
Press the DOWN key to move the cursor, Press the UP key to revise the value. Press the
6.5.3 Clear Energy ENTER key to execute the setting. Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.

Clear Energy can reset the history yield of inverter

6.6 Arc fault(for AFCI version)
These two functions are applicable by maintenance personnel only, wrong
Solis Single Phase Inverter can integrate with AFCI module which can detect the arc in DC
operation will prevent the inverter from working properly.
circuit. If arc fault happen, it can only be removed manually.
During start up inverter will check AFCI module. If the check is OK, inverter will start
6.5.4 New Password
normally. If the check is fail, LCD will show below:
This function is used to set the new password for menu “Advanced info.” and “Advanced
AFCI Check Fail
information” (see Figure 6.18). Restart<ESC>
YES=<ENT> NO=<ESC>
Figure 6.20 AFCI check fail
Password: 0000
Press <ESC> for 3 seconds, the inverter will restart. If the fault happen again, please turn
Figure 6.18 Set new password
off inverter to restart. If the fault still happen, please contact us.
Enter the right password before set new password. Press the DOWN key to move the
cursor, Press the UP key to revise the value. Press the ENTER key to execute the setting.
During normal operation, If arc fault happen in DC circuit, the inverter will stop output and
Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.
LCDshow below:
6.5.5 Power control ARC-Fault
Active and reactive power can be set through power setting button. Restart<ESC>

There are 5 item for this sub menu: Figure 6.21 Arc fault
1. Set output power 2. Set Reactive Power 3. Out_P With Restore
Please check DC cables and connections to identify the source of possible arcing. Then
4. Rea_P With Restore 5. Select PF Curve
press <ESC> for 3 seconds, the inverter will restart.
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7. Maintenance 8. Trouble Shooting
7.Maintenance Alarm Message Failure description Solution
Solis Single Phase Inverter does not require any regular maintenance. However, cleaning 1.Check PV input connections
Inverter no power 2.Check DC input voltage
the dust on heat-sink will help the inverter to dissipate the heat and increase its life time. No power
on LCD (single phase >120V, three phase >350V)
The dust can be removed with a soft brush. 3.Check if PV+/- is reversed

1.Check if the connector on main

CAUTION: LCD show initializing board or power board are fixed.
can not start-up
Do not touch the inverter's surface when it is operating. Some parts of the inverter all the time 2.Check if the DSP connector to
power board are fixed.
may be hot and cause burns. Turn off the inverter (refer to Section 5.2) and wait for
a cool-down period before before any maintenance or cleaning operation. 1.Resistant of AC cable is too high.
Change bigger size grid cable
OV-G-V01/02/03/04 Over grid voltage
2.Adjust the protection limit if it’s
The LCD and the LED status indicator lights can be cleaned with a damp cloth if they are too allowed by electrical company.
dirty to be read. UN-G-V01/02 Under grid voltage
OV-G-F01/02 Over grid frequency 1.Use user define function to adjust the
NOTE: protection limit if it’s allowed by
UN-G-F01/02 Under grid frequency electrical company.
Never use any solvents, abrasives or corrosive materials to clean the inverter.
G-IMP High grid impedance
1.Check connections and grid switch.
NO-GRID No grid voltage 2.Check the grid voltage inside inverter
terminal.

8. Troubleshooting
OV-DC01/02/03/04 Over DC voltage 1.Reduce the module number in series
OV-BUS Over DC bus voltage 1.Check inverter inductor connection
UN-BUS01/02 Under DC bus voltage 2.Check driver connection
The inverter is designed in accordance with the most important international grid-tied
GRID-INTF01/02 Grid interference
standards and safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. Before delivering to Over grid current
1.Restart inverter
OV-G-I 2.Change power board
the customer, the inverter has been subjected to several tests to ensure its optimal operation IGBT-OV-I Over IGBT current
and reliability. 1.Restart inverter
DC-INTF DC input overcurrent 2.Identify and remove the string to the fault MPPT
OV-DCA-I 2.Change power board
In case of failure, the LCD screen will display an alarm message. In this case, the inverter
IGFOL-F Grid current tracking fail 1.Restart inverter or contact installer.
may stop feeding into the grid. The failure descriptions and their corresponding alarm
IG-AD Grid current sampling fail
messages are listed in Table 8.1:
1.Check inverter surrounding ventilation.
OV-TEM Over Temperature 2.Check if there’s sunshine direct on
inverter in hot weather.

INI-FAULT Initialization system fault

Comm. failure between main

DSP-B-FAULT 1.Restart inverter or contact installer.
and slave DSP

12Power-FAULT 12V power supply fault

1.Remove all DC input, reconnect and

GROUND-FAULT restart inverter one by one.
Ground fault 2.Identify which string cause the fault and
01/02
check the isolation of the string.

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8. Trouble Shooting
Alarm Message Failure description Solution
9.1 Technical data
Model Solis-1P6K-4G-US Solis-1P7K-4G-US
ILeak-FAULT High Grid leakage current 1.Check AC and DC connection
01/02/03/04 2.Check inverter inside cable connection. Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000
Relay check fault 1.Restart inverter or contact installer. Max voltage (Volts) 600
Relay-FAULT
Startup voltage (Volts) 120
DCinj-FAULT High DC injection current 1.Restart inverter or contact installer.
Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 200-500 233-500
AFCI Check FAULT AFCI module self check fault 1.Restart inverter or contact installer. Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500
ARC-FAULT ARC detected in DC circuit 1.Check if there’s arc in PV connection Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10
and restart inverter. Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6
Number of MPPT 3
Table 8.1 Fault message and description
Inputs per MPPT 1
Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 6000 7000
Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 6000 7000
NOTE: Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208
If the inverter displays any alarm message as listed in Table 8.1; please Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated)
turn off the inverter (refer to Section 5.2 to stop your inverter) and wait for 5 Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 40/40
minutes before restarting it (refer to Section 5.1 to start your inverter). If the Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 28.8 33.7
failure persists, please contact your local distributor or the service center. Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 25 29.2
Please keep ready with you the following information before contacting us. Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging
Grid current THD <1.5%
1. Serial number of Solis Single Phase Inverter;
Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60
2. The distributor/dealer of Solis Single Phase Inverter (if available); Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5
3. Installation date. Peak efficiency 97.8%
CEC weighted efficiency 97.5%
4. The description of problem (i.e. the alarm message displayed on the LCD and the status
MPPT efficiency >99.5%
of the LED status indicator lights. Other readings obtained from the Information submenu
Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes
(refer to Section 6.2) will also be helpful.); Rapid shutdown Optional
5. The PV array configuration (e.g. number of panels, capacity of panels, number of strings Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm

, etc.); Weight(lbs / kg) 43.2lb (19.6kg)

Topology Transformerless
6. Your contact details.
Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉
Enclosure type NEMA 4X
Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA
Cooling concept Natural convection
Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m)
Designed lifetime >20 years
UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547,
Comliance
FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1
Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing
2 knockout for 1" and 11/4 " conduit at bottom,
Conduit connention
side and back
Display LCD, 2×20 Z.
Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional)
Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years)
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 Model Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US Solis-1P7.6K4-4G-US Model Solis-1P8K-4G-US
Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000 Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000
Max voltage (Volts) 600 Max voltage (Volts) 600
Startup voltage (Volts) 120 Startup voltage (Volts) 120
Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 253-500 190-500 Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 200-500
Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500 Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500
Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10 Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10
Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6
Number of MPPT 3 4 Number of MPPT 4
Inputs per MPPT 1 Inputs per MPPT 1
Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 7600 Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 8000
Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 7600 Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 7600
Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208 Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208
Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated) Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated)
Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 40/50 Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 40/50
Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 36.5 Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 36.6
Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 31.7 Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 33.3
Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging
Grid current THD <1.5% Grid current THD <1.5%
Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60 Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60
Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5 Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5
Peak efficiency 97.8% Peak efficiency 97.8%
CEC weighted efficiency 97.5% CEC weighted efficiency 97.5%
MPPT efficiency >99.5% MPPT efficiency >99.5%
Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes
Rapid shutdown Optional Rapid shutdown Optional
Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm
Weight(lbs / kg) 43.2lb (19.6kg) 43.7lb (19.8kg) Weight(lbs / kg) 43.7lb (19.8kg)
Topology Transformerless Topology Transformerless
Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉ Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉
Enclosure type NEMA 4X Enclosure type NEMA 4X
Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA
Cooling concept Natural convection Cooling concept Natural convection
Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m) Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m)
Designed lifetime >20 years Designed lifetime >20 years
UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547, UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547,
Comliance Comliance
FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1 FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1
Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing
2 knockout for 1" and 11/4 " conduit at bottom, 2 knockout for 1" and 11/4 " conduit at bottom,
Conduit connention Conduit connention
side and back side and back
Display LCD, 2×20 Z. Display LCD, 2×20 Z.
Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional) Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional)
Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years) Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years)

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 Model Solis-1P8.6K-4G-US Model Solis-1P9K-4G-US
Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000 Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000
Max voltage (Volts) 600 Max voltage (Volts) 600
Startup voltage (Volts) 120 Startup voltage (Volts) 120
Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 215-500 Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 225-500
Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500 Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500
Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10 Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10
Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6 Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6
Number of MPPT 4 Number of MPPT 4
Inputs per MPPT 1 Inputs per MPPT 1
Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 8600 Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 9000
Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 8200 Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 8600
Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208 Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208
Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated) Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated)
Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 50/50 Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 50/50
Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 39.4 Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 41.3
Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 35.8 Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 37.5
Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging
Grid current THD <1.5% Grid current THD <1.5%
Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60 Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60
Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5 Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5
Peak efficiency 97.8% Peak efficiency 97.8%
CEC weighted efficiency 97.5% CEC weighted efficiency 97.5%
MPPT efficiency >99.5% MPPT efficiency >99.5%
Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes
Rapid shutdown Optional Rapid shutdown Optional
Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm
Weight(lbs / kg) 43.7lb (19.8kg) Weight(lbs / kg) 43.7lb (19.8kg)
Topology Transformerless Topology Transformerless
Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉ Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉
Enclosure type NEMA 4X Enclosure type NEMA 4X
Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA
Cooling concept Natural convection Cooling concept Natural convection
Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m) Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m)
Designed lifetime >20 years Designed lifetime >20 years
UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547, UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547,
Comliance Comliance
FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1 FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1
Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing
2 knockout for 1" and 11/4 " conduit at bottom, 2 knockout for 1" and1/4
1 " conduit at bottom,
Conduit connention Conduit connention
side and back side and back
Display LCD, 2×20 Z. Display LCD, 2×20 Z.
Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional) Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional)
Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years) Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years)

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 Model Solis-1P10K-4G-US 9.2 Power Derating
Max power per MPPT (Watts) 4000
Max voltage (Volts) 600 Power derating due to input voltage change.
Startup voltage (Volts) 120
Full power MPPT voltage range (Volts) 250-500 P/V curve for Solis-1P7.6K-4G-US
Operating MPPT voltage range (Volts) 100-500
Power(W)
Max usable input current per MPPT (Amps) 10
Max short circuit input current (Amps) 15.6
Number of MPPT 4 7600 Full load
Inputs per MPPT 1 under test
condition
Nominal output power 240V grid (Watts) 10000
Nominal output power 208V grid (Watts) 9500
Nominal grid voltage (Volts) 240/208
Operating voltage range (Volts) 183-228(for 208V rated)/211-264(for 240V rated) 3000
Max. overcurrent protection device 240/208V(Amps) 50/60
Max.output current for 208V grid (Amps) 45.9
Max.output current for 240V grid (Amps) 41.7
Output power factor range 0.8leading~0.8lagging
Grid current THD <1.5%
Nominal grid frequency (Hertz) 60
Operating frequency range (Hertz) 59.5-60.5 100 253 500 580 600 Voltage(V)
Peak efficiency 97.8%
CEC weighted efficiency 97.5%
MPPT efficiency >99.5% P/V curve for Solis-1P10K-4G-US
Integrated AFCI(DC arc-fault circuit protection) Yes
Power(W)
Rapid shutdown Optional
Dimensions(inch / cm) 13.1*25.8H*9.8in / 33.3*65.5*24.9 cm
Weight(lbs / kg) 43.7lb (19.8kg) 10000 Full load
Topology Transformerless under test
condition
Ambient operating temperature range -25℃~60℃/-13℉-140℉
Enclosure type NEMA 4X
Noise emission（typical） <30 dBA
Cooling concept 4000
Natural convection
Max. operating altitude without derating 13120ft (4000m)
Designed lifetime >20 years
UL 1741, UL 1998, UL 1699B, IEEE 1547,
Comliance
FCC Part 15 (Class A & B), CAN/CSA C22.2 107.1-1
Operating surroundings humidity 0~100% Condensing
2 knockout for 1" and1/4
1 " conduit at bottom,
Conduit connention
side and back 100 200 500 580 600 Voltage(V)
Display LCD, 2×20 Z.
Comments:
Interface RS 485, WIFI/GPRS (optional) There will be DC over voltage alarm when DC input voltage between 580-
Warranty Terms 10 Years STD (Extendable to 20 Years) 600V. Inverter could be damaged when the input voltage higher than 600V.

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Power derating due to ambient temperature condition (For all 6-10kW models):

P(%)
100%

60%

0 T(℉)
113 140

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