X1 Series User Manual

0.7kw - 2.0kw

Solax Power Network Technology(Zhe jiang) Co,. Ltd.

Copyright Declaration
The copyright of this manual belongs to Solax Power Network Technology(Zhe jiang) Co,. Ltd.
Any corporation or individual should not plagiarize, partitially or fully copy (including
software,etc.), and no reproduction or distribution of it in any form or by any means. All rights
reserved. SolaX Power Network Technology (Zhe jiang) Co.,Ltd. reserves the right of final
interpretation.
614.00397.03
 Contents

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

2 Safety 04
2.1 Appropriate Usage 04
2.2 Important Safety Instructions 06
2.3 PE Connection and Leakage Current 08
2.4 Explanation of Symbols 09
2.5 CE Directives 10

3 Introduction 11
3.1 Basic Features 11
3.2 Terminals of the Inverter 12
3.3 Dimension 13

4 Technical Data 14
4.1 DC Input 14
4.2 AC Output 14
4.3 Efficiency, Safety and Protection 15
4.4 General Data 15

5 Installation 16
5.1 Check for Transport Damage 16
5.2 Packing Lists 16
5.3 Installation Precaution 17
5.4 Installation Steps 18
5.5 Connections of the Inverter 19
5.6 Run the Inverter 29

6 Operation Method 30
6.1 Control Panel 30
6.2 LCD Structure 31
6.3 LCD Operation 32

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 Contents Notes on this Manual

7 Troubleshooting 37 1 Notes on this Manual

7.1 Troubleshooting 37
7.2 Routine Maintenance 40 1.1 Scope of Validity
This manual is an integral part of X1 Series. It describes the assembly, installation,
commissioning, maintenance and failure of the product. Please read it carefully
8 Decommissioning 41 before operating.
8.1 Dismantling the Inverter 41
X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
8.2 Packaging 41
8.3 Storage and Transportation 41 X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)
Note: “0.7” means 0.7kW. ”S” means “single” or one MPPT string.
“D” means with “DC Switch”, ”N” means without “DC Switch”. “L” means with “LCD
display”.

Keep this manual at where is accessible all the time.

1.2 Target Group

This manual is for qualified electricians. The tasks described in this manual only
can be performed by qualified electricians.

1.3 Symbols Used

The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this
document as described below:

DANGER！
“Danger” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

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

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

NOTE！
“Note” provides tips that are valuable for the optimal operation
of your product.

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Safety Safety

2 Safety ► Surge protection devices (SPDs) for PV installation

WARNING
!
2.1 Appropriate Usage Over-voltage protection with surge arresters should be provided
when the PV power system is installed.
The X1 Series are PV inverters which can convert the DC current of the PV The grid connected inverter is fitted with SPDs in both PV
generator into AC current and feed it into the public grid. input side and MAINS side.

Lightning will cause a damage either from a direct strike or from surges due to a
nearby strike.

Induced surges are the most likely cause of lightning damage in majority or
installations, especially in rural areas where electricity is usually provided by long
overhead lines. Surge may be included on both the PV array conduction and the
AC cables leading to the building.
Specialists in lightning protection should be consulted during the end use
application. Using appropriate external lightning protection, the effect of a direct
lightning strike into a building can be mitigated in a controlled way, and the
lightning current can be discharged into the ground.
Installation of SPDs to protect the inverter against mechanical damage and
X1
excessive stress include a surge arrester in case of a building with external
PV array lightning protection system (LPS) when separation distance is kept.
To protect the DC system, surge suppression device (SPD type2) should be fitted
at the inverter end of the DC cabling and at the array located between the inverter
DC distribution box AC distribution box and the PV generator, if the voltage protection level (VP) of the surge arresters is
Surge arrestor greater than 1100V, an additional SPD type 3 required for surge protection
Surge arrestor
Fuse
Fuse for electrical devices.
AC breaker
DC breaker
To protect the AC system, surge suppression devices (SPD type2) should be fitted
at the main incoming point of AC supply (at the consumer’s cutout), located
between the inverter and the meter/distribution system; SPD (test impulse D1) for
signal line according to EN 61632-1.
All DC cables should be installed to provide as short a run as possible, and positive
and negative cables of the string or main DC supply should be bundled together.
Electrical Electric meter, Single-phase Meter Avoid creating loops in the system. This requirement forshort runs and bundling
grid bidirectional Load includes any associated earth bundling conductors.
Spark gap devices are not suitable to be used in DC circuits once conducting,
they won’t stop conducting until the voltage passes through their terminals
typically less than 30 volts.

► Anti-Islanding Effect
Islanding effect is a special phenomenon that grid-connected PV system still
supply power to the nearby grid when the voltage loss is happened in the power
system. It is dangerous for maintenance personnel and the public.
X1 series provide Active Frequency Drift(AFD) to prevent islanding effect.
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2.2 Important Safety Instructions

DANGER! WARNING!
Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter! Do not operate the inverter when the device is running.
All work must be carried out by qualified electrician.
The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with
reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given WARNING!
supervision or instruction. Risk of electric shock!
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Prior to the application, please read this section carefully to ensure correct and
safe application. Please keep the user manual properly.
Use only attachments recommended or sold by SolaX. Otherwise may result in a
CAUTION ! risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to person.
Danger of burn injuries due to hot enclosure parts! Make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not
During operation, the upper lid of the enclosure and the undersized.
enclosure body may become hot. Do not disassemble any parts of inverter which are not mentioned in installation
Only touch the lower enclosure lid during operation. guide. It contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on
obtaining service. Attempting to service the X1 Series inverter yourself may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire and will void your warranty.
CAUTION ! Keep away from flammable, explosive materials to avoid fire disaster.
Possible damage to health as a result of the effects of radiation! The installation place should be away from humid or corrosive substance.
Do not stay closer than 20 cm to inverter for any length of time. Authorized service personnel must use insulated tools when installing or
working with this equipment.
PV modules shall have an IEC 61730 class A rating.
Never touch either the positive or negative pole of PV connecting device. Strictly
NOTE ! prohibit touching both of them at the same time.
Grounding the PV generator! The unit contains capacitors that remain charged to a potentially lethal voltage
Comply with the local requirements for grounding the PV after the MAINS and PV supply has been disconnected.
modules and the PV generator. SolaX recommends connecting Hazardous voltage will present for up to 5 minutes after disconnection from
the generator frame and other electrically conductive surfaces power supply.
in a manner which ensures continuous conduction and ground CAUTION-RISK of electric shock from energy stored in capacitor. Never operate
these in order to have optimal protection of system and persons. on the solar inverter couplers, the MAINS cables, PV cables or the PV generator
when power is applied. After switching off the PV and Mains, always wait for 5
minutes to let the intermediate circuit capacitors discharge before you unplug
DC and MAINS couplers.
WARNING! When accessing the internal circuit of solar inverter, it is very important to wait 5
Ensure input DC voltage ≤Max. DC voltage. Over voltage may minutes before operating the power circuit or demounting the electrolyte
cause permanent damage to inverter or other losses, which will capacitors inside the device. Do not open the device before hand since the
not be included in warranty! capacitors require time to sufficiently discharge!
Measure the voltage between terminals UDC+ and UDC- with a multi-meter
(impedance at least 1Mohm) to ensure that the device is discharged before
beginning work (35VDC) inside the device.
WARNING!
Authorized service personnel must disconnect both AC and DC
power from X1 series before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the X1 series.

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2.3 PE Connection and Leakage Current 2.4 Explanation of Symbols

The inverter incorporates a certified internal Residual Current Device (RCD) in This section gives an explanation of all the symbols shown on the inverter
order to protect against possible electrocution and fire hazard in case of a and on the type label.
malfunction in the cables or the inverter. There are two trip thresholds for the RCD
as required for certification (IEC 62109-2:2011). The default value for eletrocution Symbols on the Inverter
protection is 30mA, and for slow rising current is 300mA.
If an external RCD is required by local regulations, check which type of RCD is Symbol Explanation
required for relevant eletric code. It recommends using a type-A RCD. The
recommended RCD values is 100mA or 300mA unless a lower value is required by When the blue light is on, it indicates the inverter is working normally.
the specific local electric codes. When required by local regulations, the use of an
RCD type B is permitted.
When the red light is on, it indicates an error has occurred.

The device is intended to connect to a PV generator with a capacitance limit of

approx 700nf.
Symbols on the Type Label

Symbol Explanation
WARNING
!
• High leakage current! CE mark.
• Earth connection essential before connecting supply. The inverter complies with the requirements of the applicable
CE guildlines.

Incorrect grounding can cause physical injury, death or equipment malfunction RCM remark.
and increase electromagnetic.
Make sure that grounding conductor is adequately sized as required by safety
regulations. SAA certification.
Do not connect the ground terminals of the unit in series in case of a multiple
installation. This product can cause current with a d.c component, Where a Beware of hot surface.
residual current operated protective (RCD) or monitoring (RCM) device is used for The inverter can become hot during operation. Avoid contact
protection in case of direct or indirect contact, only one RCD or RCM of type B is during operation.
allowed on the supply side of this product. Danger of high voltages.
For United Kingdom Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter!
ØThe installation that connects the equipment to the supply terminals shall comply
with the requirements of BS 7671. Danger.
Electrical installation of PV system shall comply with requirements of BS 7671 and Risk of electric shock!
IEC 60364-7-712.
No protection settings can be altered.
Observe enclosed documentation.
Installer shall ensure that equipment is so installed and operated to maintain at all
times compliance with the requirements of ESQCR22(1)(a).
For Australia and New Zealand The inverter can not be disposed together with the household waste.
Disposal information can be found in the enclosed documentation.
ØElectrical installation and maintenance shall be conducted by licensed electrician
and shall comply with Australia National Wiring Rules.
Do not operate this inverter until it is isolated from mains
and on-site PV generation suppliers.

Danger to life due to high voltage.

There is residual voltage in the inverter which needs 5 min to
discharge.
• Wait 5 min before you open the upper lid or the DC lid.

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Safety Introduction

2.5 CE Directives 3 Introduction

This chapter follows the requirements of the European low voltage directives,
which contains the safety instructions and conditions of acceptability for the 3.1 Basic Features
endues system, which you must follow when installing, operating and servicing the Thanks for your purchasing with SolaX X1 Series inverter. The X1 Series inverter is
unit. If ignored, physical injury or death may follow, or damage may occur to the one of the finest inverters on the market today, incorporating state-of-the-art
unit. Read this instructions before you work on the unit. If you are unable to technology, high reliability, and convenient control features.
understand the dangers, warnings, cautions or instructions, please contact an
authorized service dealer before installing,operating and servicing the unit.
Advanced DSP control technology.
The Grid connected inverter meets the requirement stipulated in Low Voltage Utilize the latest high-efficiency power component.
Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive Optimal MPPT technology.
2014/30/EU. The unit is based on: - One MPP Tracking.
EN 62109-1:2010; EN 62109-2:2011; IEC 62109-1(ed.1); IEC62109-2(ed.1); - Wide MPPT input range.
EN 61000-6-3:2007+A:2011; EN 61000-6-1:2007; EN 61000-6-2:2005. Advanced anti-islanding solutions.
In case of installation in PV system, startup of the unit (i.e. start of designated IP65 protection level.
operation) is prohibited until it is determined that the full system meets the Max. efficiency up to 97.1%. EU efficiency up to 96.5%.
requirements stipulated in EC Directive (2014/35/EU,2014/30/EU, etc.) THD<3%.
Safety &Reliability: transformerless design with software and hardware
The grid connected inverter leave the factory completely connecting device and protection.
ready for connection to the mains and PV supply ,the unit shall be installed in Power factor regulation.
accordance with national wiring regulations. Compliance with safety regulations Friendly HMI.
depends upon installing and configuring system correctly, including using the - LED status indications.
specified wires. The system must be installed only by professional assemblers who - LCD display technical data, Human-machine interaction through press
are familiar with requirements for safety and EMC. The assembler is responsible for key.
ensuring that the end system complies with all the relevant laws in the country - Dry contact communication interface.
where it is to be used. - PC remote control.
- Romote upgrade and upgrade through USB interface.
The individual subassembly of the system shall be interconnected by means of the - Pocket Wi-Fi/LAN/GPRS monitoring.
wiring methods outlined in national/international such as the national electric - Energy conservation.
code (NFPA) No.70 or VDE regulation 0107.

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Introduction Introduction

3.2 Terminals of the Inverter 3.3 Dimension

Ø Dimension
E F G

267 mm 116 mm

328 mm
A B C D

X1
Object Description
A DC Switch (optional)
B DC Connector
C Pocket WiFi/LAN/GPRS
D Ground screw
E USB for Upgrade
F RS 485/ Meter/ DRM
G AC Connector

Ø Weight

X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)

WARNING! Model
Only authorized personnel is allowed to set the connection. X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)

Net Weight 6Kg 6Kg 6Kg 6Kg

Gross Weight 8Kg 8Kg 8Kg 8Kg

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Technical Data Technical Data

4. Technical Data 4.3 Efficiency, Safety and Protection

X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
Model
4.1 DC Input X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)
MPPT efficiency 99.90% 99.90% 99.90% 99.90%
X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
Model Euro efficiency 95.00% 95.50% 96.00% 96.50%
X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)
Max. efficiency 97.10% 97.10% 97.10% 97.10%
Max. DC power [W] 840 1250 1650 2200 Safety & Protection
Max. DC voltage[V] 400 400 400 400 Over/under voltage protection YES
Norminal DC operating voltage[V] 360 360 360 360 DC isolation protection YES
MPPT voltage range [V] 55-380 55-380 55-380 55-380 Monitoring ground fault protection YES
MPPT voltage range@full load [V] 58-350 91-350 125-350 167-350 Grid protection YES
Max. input current [A] 12 12 12 12 DC injection monitoring YES
Max. short circuit current [A] 14 14 14 14 Back feed current monitoring YES
MAX. inverter backfeed current to the
0 0 0 0 Residual current detection
array [A] YES
Start input voltage [V] 60 60 60 60 Anti-islanding protection YES
Start output voltage [V] 70 70 70 70 Over load protection YES
No. of MPP trackers 1 1 1 1 Over heat protection YES
Strings per MPP tracker 1 1 1 1
DC disconnection swtich Optional

4.2 AC Output 4.4 General Data

X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L) Model
Model X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)
X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)

Rated output power [W] 700 1100 1500 2000 Dimension [W/H/D](mm) 267*328*116
Max.apparent AC power [VA] 770 1210 1650 2200 Dimension of packing [W/H/D](mm) 406*328*187
Rated grid voltage and range [V] Net weight [kg] 6 6 6 6
220/230/240;180-280V
Rated AC frequency and range [Hz] Gross weight [kg] 8 8 8 8
50/60; ±5Hz
Nominal AC current [A] 3.04 Installation Wall-mounted
4.78 6.52 8.70
Max. output current [A] 3.3 Operating temperature range[℃] -25~+60 (derating at 45)
5.3 7.2 9.6
Max. output fault current [A] 18 Storage temperature [℃] -25~+60
18 18 18
Max. output overcurrent protection [A] 65 Storage/Operation relative humidity 0%~100%, condensation
65 65 65
Inrush current [A] 75 75 75 75
Altitude [m] ≤2000

L/N/PE Ingress Protection IP65

Output L/N/PE L/N/PE L/N/PE
Total harmonic distortion(THDi) <3% Night-time consumption <1w
<3% <3% <3%
Displacement power factor Cooling Natural
0.8leading-0.8lagging
Noise level <25dB
Inverter topology Transformerless
Pollution degree II
Communication interface RS485/ Wi-Fi(optional) /Meter(optional)/ USB/ DRM
Standard warranty [year] 5years (10 optional)

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5. Installation 5.3 Installation Precaution

X1 Series inverter is designed for outdoor installation (IP 65).
5.1 Check for Transport Damage Make sure the installation site meets the following conditions:
Make sure the inverter is intact during transportation. If there are some visible Not be exposed to glare.
damages, such as cracks, please contact your dealer immediately. Not in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
Not in potential explosive areas.
Not in the cool air directly.
Not near the television antenna or antenna cable.
5.2 Packing Lists Not higher than altitude of about 2000m above sea level.
Open the package and fetch out the product, check the accessories at first. Not in environment of precipitation or humidity(100%) .
The packing list shows as below. Be sure the ventilation is good enough.
The ambient temperature in the range of -25℃ to +60℃.
The slope of the wall should be within ±5°.

The wall hanging the inverter should meet conditions below:

X1 1) Solid brick/concrete, or strength equivalent mounting surface;
Female DC unit×1
2) Inverter must be supported or strengthened if the wall’s strength isn’t
A Male DCBunit×1 C D E enough(such as wooden wall, the wall covered by thick layer of decoration)

X1 Series User Manual

0.7kw - 2.0kw
Please avoide direct sunlight, rain exposure, snow laying up during installing and
operating.
Copyright Declaration
The copyright of this manual belongs to Solax Power Network Technology(Zhe jiang) Co,. Ltd.
Any corporation or individual should not plagiarize, partitially or fully copy (including software,etc.),
and no reproduction or distribution of it in any form or by any means. All rights reserved. SolaX
Power Network Technology (Zhe jiang) Co.,Ltd. reserves the right of final interpretation.

F G H (Optional ) I

X1 Series 0.7KW-2.0KW

J K
Ø Available Space Size
Object Quantity Description
A 1 X1 series inverter
B 2 DC connector 300mm
C 2 DC pin contact(1*positive, 1*negative)
D 2 Expansion tube Table2 Available Space Size
E 2 Expansion screw
1 Position Min.size
F Earth terminal 300mm 300mm
G 1 AC connector Left 300mm
H 1 Pocket WiFi/LAN/GPRS( Optional ) Right 300mm
I 1 Product manual X1
Top 300mm
J 1 Quick installation guide Bottom 300mm
K 1 Warranty card Front 300mm

300mm

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5.4 Installation Steps 5.5 Connections of the Inverter

Ø Preparation 5.5.1 The Main Steps to Connect to the Inverter

Below tools are needed before installation. Ø PV String Connection

The inverter has one-string PV connector. Please select PV modules with excellent
function and reliable quality. Open circuit voltage of module array connected
should be ＜Max.DC (table as follow) input voltage, and operating voltage should
be within the MPPT voltage range.
Installation tools: crimping pliers for binding post , screwdriver, manual
wrench and Φ10 driller.
Table3 Max. DC Voltage Limitation
Ø Step 1: Unscrew the bracket from the back of the inverter. X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
Model
X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)
a) The wall bracket is fixed on the inverter, and the user should remove it Max.DC Voltage 400V
firstly. (Φ10 driller.torque: 0.8±0.1Nm)

Ø Step 2: Screw the wall bracket on the wall DANGER!

Danger to life due to high voltages on DC conductors.
b) Use the wall bracket as a template to mark the position of the 3 holes on When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC
the wall. voltage which is present in the DC conductors. Touching the DC
c) Drill holes with driller, make sure the holes are deep enough (at least conductors can lead to lethal electric shocks.
50mm) for installation, and then tighten the expansion tubes. Cover the PV modules.
d) Install the expansion tubes in the holes, and tighten them. Then install the Do not touch the DC conductors.
wall bracket by using the expansion screws.(Φ10 driller.torque: 0.8±0.1Nm)

WARNING!
Ø Step 3: Match the inverter with wall bracket PV module voltage is very high which belongs to dangerous voltage
range, please comply with the electric safety rules when connecting.
e) Hang the inverter over the bracket, move the inverter close to it, slightly lay
down the inverter, and make sure the 3 mounting bars on the back are fixed
well with the 3 grooves on the bracket.
WARNING!
Please do not make PV positive or negative ground!
Note: Please refer to the details from the Quick Installation Guide.

NOTE!
Please follow the requirements of PV modules as below:
Same type; Same quantity; Identical alignment; Identical tilt.
In order to save cable and reduce the DC loss, we suggest installing
the inverter near PV modules.

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Connection Steps Ø Grid Connection

Below tools are needed before connection.
X1 series inverter are designed for single phase grid. Voltage range is
220/230/240V, frequency is 50/60Hz. Other technical requests should comply
Wire crimper recommended model : with the requirement of the local public grid.
H4TC0001 Table 4 Cable and Micro-breaker recommended
manufacturer:Amphenol
Strpping pliers Wire crimper X1-0.7-S-D (L) X1-1.1-S-D (L) X1-1.5-S-D (L) X1-2.0-S-D (L)
Model
X1-0.7-S-N (L) X1-1.1-S-N (L) X1-1.5-S-N (L) X1-2.0-S-N (L)

L,N cable 2.5-6mm² 2.5-6mm² 2.5-6mm²

Inverter+BMU 2.5-6mm²
a) Turn off the DC switch, then Choose 12 AWG wire to connect the PV module.
PE cable 2.5-6mm² 2.5-6mm² 2.5-6mm² 2.5-6mm²
b) Trip 7mm of insulation from the wire end by using the strpping pliers.
Micro-breaker 10A 10A 10A 16A
trip length 7.0 mm *Copper cable is recommended, if you use aluminum cable, please consult the inverter
12AWG manufacturer.
*The parameters have some differences because of different environment and material. Please
according to the local conditions to choose appropriate cable and micro-breaker.

c) Insert striped wire into pin contact and ensure all conductor strand are captured Micro-breaker should be installed between inverter and grid, any loads
in the pin contact.
should not be connected with inverter directly.

pin contact

X1

d) Crimp pin contact by using the wire crimper.

Crimp these parts

Wire crimper Incorrect Connection between Load and Inverter
Impedance of X1 series Inverter AC connecting dot should be less than 2Ω.
To
( recommended model: H4TC0001, manufacturer: Amphenol) ensure reliable anti-islanding function, PV cable should be used to ensure wire
loss < 1% than normal power. Moreover, length between AC side and grid
connecting dot should be less than 150m. The following chart is the cable length,
e) Separate the DC connector as two parts: the plug and the cable nut.
section area and wire loss.
Then insert the wire with pin contact through the cable nut.

plug cable nut

f ) Insert the wire into plug forcibly, when a "click” is heard or felt the pin contact
assembly is seated correctly. Then tighten the cable nut.

This product has a professional IP65 AC waterproof connector. You have to wire AC
by yourself. Please see the figure below.
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Connection Steps f ) Insert the tripped end of each three wires into the appropriate hole in the
female insert, and then tight each screw (to tight each wire in place).(PH1 cross
a) Check the grid voltage and compare with the permissive voltage range (refer to screwdriver .torque:0.8±0.1Nm)
technical data).

b) Disconnect the circuit-bricker from all the phases and secure against re-
connection.

c) Trip the wires:

- Trip all the wires to 52.5mm and the PE wire to 55mm.
- Use the crimping pliers to trip 6mm of insulation from Al wire ends as below.

g) Screw down the threaded sleeve of the pressure screw.

6mm

h) Screw down the pressure screw.(torque:3±0.3Nm)

d) Separate the AC plug into three parts as below.

- Hold the middle part of the female insert, rotate the back shell to loose it, and
datach it from female inset.
- Remove the cable nut (with rubber insert) from the back shell.
i) Connect the AC plug to the inverter.

e) Slide the cable nut and then back shell onto the cable.

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Ø Earth Connection RS 485/Meter/DRM

Screw the ground screw with allen wrench shown as follow. (φ4
hexagon a. RS 485
wrench.torque:1.5±0.2Nm) RS 485 is one standard communication interface which can transmit the real data
from inverter to PC or other monitoring equipments.

X1

b. Meter(optional)

WARNING! With this single phase meter working together with the X1 series, you can:
Be sure the ground wire must be connected! (1) Monitor the energy to grid and from grid through the whole day.
(2) Achieve the export control function with a higher accuracy.
X1 series inverter

5.5.2 Communication interface

Electrical X1

grid Load
This product has a series of communication interfaces: such as WiFi, RS485/Mete/
DRM and USB for upgrading for human and machine communication. Operating
information like output voltage, current, frequency, faulty information, etc., can be
delivered to PC or other monitoring equipment via these interfaces.
Electric meter
bidirectional SolaX Single Phase Meter

WiFi
This inverter provides a WiFi port which can collect information from inverter Note！
including status, performance and updating information to monitoring website It is necessary to connect meter to inverter otherwise inverter will
via connecting Pocket WiFi( purchase the product from supplier if needed) shutdown with a “Meter fault” alert.
The smart meter must be authorized by Solax, any third party or non-
Connection steps: authorized meter may not match with the inverter.
1. Plug the Pocket WiFi into “WiFi/LAN/GPRS” port at the bottom of inverter.
2. Connect the WiFi with router. Solax will not take the responsibility if the meter is unavailable.
3. Set the station account on the SolaX web. (Please check the Pocket WiFi user
manual for more details) (torque:0.6±0.1Nm)

The PIN definitions of RS 485/Meter interface are as below.

1

PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Meter_A/ Meter_B/
Definition RefGen Com/DRM0 GND_COM E_Stop GND_COM X
485_A 485_B

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Installation Installation

Ø RS 485 Connection Steps: 4 Upgrade

1) Firstly unscrew the screw from the 485 port.(PH1 cross screwdriver User can update the inverter system through the USB flash dirver.
.torque:0.8±0.1Nm)
2) Prepare a communication cable and trip the insulation from it. WARNING!
3) Let the communication cable pass though the waterproof connector, then
Make sure the input voltage is more than 100V (in good illumination
insert it into the connector following the PIN definition rule.
condition), otherwise it may result in failing during updating.
Hand tighten.torque:1.2±0. 1Nm

Ø Upgrade Steps:
1) Please contact our service support to get the update file, and extract it into
your USB flash dirver as the following file path:
4) Crimp the connector with the crimping plier.
5) Insert the cable into the 485 port of the inverter, and tighten the
waterproof connector. “update\ARM\618.00207.00_X1_BOOST3.0_MINI2.0_AIR2.0_ARM_Vx.xx_xxxxxxxx.usb”;
“update\DSP\618.00205.00_X1_BOOST3.0_MINI2.0_AIR2.0_DSP_Vx.xx_xxxxxxxx.usb
”.
Note: Vx.xx is version number, xxxxxxxx is file completion date.

WARNING!
• Make sure the directory is in accordance with above form strictly!
• Do not modify the program file name ! Otherwise it may cause the
inverter not work anymore !
Ø Meter Connection Steps:
Please see the Quick Guide and User Manual for Single Phase Meter Installation for 2) Make sure the DC switch is off and the AC is disconnected with grid.
details.

DRM 3) Insert USB flash drive with update program into the USB port on the bottom of
the inverter. Turn on DC switch or connect the PV connector.
DRM function (for AS4777) is provided to support several demand response
modes by giving control signals as below. The user should short circuit between 1
and 2 and cooperate with external equipment when using it.

DRM shares the terminal block with RS485/Meter communications.

The connection steps of the DRM, user can refer to the above RS485 connections.

Note: Only DRM0 is available now, and other functions are being developed.

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4) Short press up and down key to select the one that you want to update and long 5.6 Run the Inverter
press down key to confirm.
Ø Start inverter after checking all below steps:
a) Check that device is fixed well on the wall.
ARM Cancel Update(ARM) Update(ARM)
b) Make sure all the DC breakers and AC breakers are disconnected.
DSP OK >618.00207.00... ... Updating----25% c) AC cable is connected to grid correctly.
d) All PV panels are connected to inverter correctly, DC connectors which are not
ARM Update(DSP) Update(DSP) used should be sealed by cover.
DSP >618.00205.00... ... e) Turn on the external AC and DC connectors.
Updating----25%
f ) Turn on the DC switch to the “ON”position.

Ø Start the inverter

5) After the upgrade is complete, please remember to turn off the DC switch or a) Inverter will start automatically when PV panels generate enough energy.
disconnect the PV connector, then pull off the USB flash dirver, screw the panel of b) Check the status of LED indication and LCD screen, the LED indication should be
USB port. blue and the LCD screen should display the main interface.
c) If the LED indication is not blue, please check the below:
- All the connections are right.
- All the external disconnect switches are closed.
WARNING! - The DC switch of the inverter is in the “ON” position.
During updating, please don’t turn off the DC switch or disconnect the
PV connector. If failed, please repeat the above operation again.
Ø Below is the three status when operating, which means inverter starting
up successfully.

Waiting: Inverter is waiting to checking when DC input voltage from panels is

greater than 60V (lowest start-up voltage) but less than 70V (lowest operating
voltage).
5 Isolation Fault Alarm
Checking: Inverter will check DC input environment automatically when DC input
The isolation fault alarm installed into the inverter, is the standard voltage from the PV panels exceeds 70V and PV panels have enough energy to
configuration, as required by AS 4777.2 and AS/NZS 5033, it will give an alarm start inverter.
once the isolation impedance of the PV arrays is less than 100KΩ . Normal: Inverter begins to operate normally with blue light on. Meanwhile
feedback energy to grid, LCD displays present output power.

Enter the setting interface to follow the instructions when it is first time to start up.

WARNING!
Power to the unit must be turned on only after installation work has
been completed. All electrical connections must be carried out by
qualified personnel in accordance with legislation in force in the
country concerned.

NOTE !
Please set the inverter if it is the first time to start up.
Above steps are for the regular start of the inverter. If it is the first
time to start up the inverter, you need to setup the inverter.

ENERGY CONTROL
Equipment only to be used for the purpose outlined by SolaX.
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 Operation Method Operation Method

6. Operation Method 6.2 LCD Structure

Please refer to the inverter for the most updated structure
6.1 Control panel *User can also see the U,I & P
1 level 2 level 3 level of the PV. (Usolar,Isolar,Psolar)
Power 0W Enter Enter Ugrid 0.0V Down Igrid 0.0A
Normal >Status Pout 0W *
F 0.00Hz Up
Back
LCD
Up Down Up Down

Pgrid 0W Enter
Enter
>Language >English
Normal Back German
Up Down Up Down
A Enter ↓ Enter >Safety
Today 0.0KWh Enter >Setting Grid **
0 0 0 0
E Normal Back Back
Up Down **Go to next page
X1
Up Down Enter >Today:
Down Total 0.0KWh Enter >Meter Energy 00.0KWh
Back
Normal Up Down
Enter
B C D 1:xxYxxxDxxH
>Error Logs ***Only six latest errors were kept
Back Error1
Up Down ***
>Product SN:
>About
Object Name Description X1xxx
A LCD Screen Display the information of the inverter. Up Down
Back >Machine Type:
B Light in blue: The inverter is in normal status.
Indicator Flash in blue: The inverter is in waiting status. xx-S
LED Up Down
C Light in red: The inverter is in fault status. Back
>Master:
xxx
D Up/ESC button: Move cursor to upside or increase value.
Function Return from current interface or function Up Down
Button Move cursor to downside or decrease value. Back
E Down/Enter button: Confirm and change the parameters. >Manager:
xxx
Up Down
Note: When the inverter is in “Waiting” and “Checking” status, the blue light “B” is Back
flickering; when in “Normal” status, the blue light “B” is always on. >Internal Code:
xxx

Note:
Key Operation Description
˅ Long Press Go to the next menu or confirm to change parameters
Enter/Down Short Press
Look at the next parameter or increase the value
˄ Long Press Return the previous menu or confirm the parameters
Back/Up Short Press Look at the previous parameter or decrease the value
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6.3 LCD Operation Ø LCD Display

• Setting function is used for setting the inverter for Safety, Grid, Power Factor and
• Level 1
so on. a) The first line displays the parameters(Power, Pgrid Today and Total) and the
• Since this function will change the inverter's parameter, the end user with the values.
user password as”0000” has the limited authority to change the setting. We need b) The second line shows the running status.
installer password to do most of the professional setting. Namely, “Power” means the timely output power;
“Pgrid” means the power export to or import from the grid; (Positive
**Previous page value means the energy feeds into grid, negative value means the
Enter energy used from the grid)
>Safety Country
** Grid >AS4777<
“Today” means the power generated within the day.
Back “Normal” means the status of the inverter.
Up Down
Enter Enter • Level 2
>Vac Upper ↓
>Grid 0.0 > 220.0 <
Long press any first-level parameter can enter the sencond-level “Status”
Back Back parameter interface.
Up Down
Enter Enter Enter User can also see other parameters, such as the Language( without password ),
Mode Select >Upper Limit
>Power Factor ↓ Setting ( need password ), Meter energy(including Today, Today Import, Today
>Pf(P)< 0.0
Back Back Back >1.0 < Export, Today Total), Error Logs of the inverter, and About ( the user can watch the
Up Down
Enter information of the inverter).
Mode Select
>P(U) Function
>Enable< • Level 3
Up Down
Back
Long press the sencond-level parameter can enter the corresponding
third-level
Enter Enter parameter interface.
> Proportion ↓
>Power Limit 1.00 a) Status: The user can see the U/I/P parameters of the grid and the PV, such as
> 0.80 <
Back Back
Up Down the Ugrid, Igrid, P and F of the grid, and the Usolar, Isolar and Psolar of the PV.
Enter Enter b) Language: This inverter provides several languages for customer to choose.
>Mode Select >User value:
>Export Control c) Setting: Entering the installer password, the information of the LCD interface
Back
Enable 4000W
Back
Up Down is as the previous page shown.
Enter Enter
>Mode Select Mode Select (1) Safety: The user can set the right safety standard here.
>Earth Detect
Disable >Disable< (2) Grid: Usually end user do not need to set the grid parameters. All default
Back Back
Up Down value have been set before leaving factory according to safety rules.
Enter
>Mode Select
Enter
Mode Select
If need to reset, any changes should according to the requirement of local grid.
>DRM Function
Enable >Enable<
Back Back
Up Down
Enter
↓
>New Password
0000 Parameter Comment
Back
Up Down Normally
Enter Enter
>Reset Reset Vac upper Voltage high protect
>Reset Errorlog
No >No<
Back Back Vac lower Voltage low protect
Up Down
Enter Enter Vac upper slow Voltage high slow protect
>Reset Reset
>Reset Energy Vac lower slow Voltage low slow protect
No >No<
Back Back
Up Down Fac upper Frequency high protect
Enter Enter
>Reset Reset Fac lower Frequency low protect
>Reset Meter
No >No< Fac upper slow Frequency high slow protect
Back Back
Up Down
Fac lower slow Frequency low slow protect
Enter Enter
>Mode Select Mode Select
>Line Impedance Vac 10m avg 10 min voltage high protect
Disable >Disable<
Back Back
Up Down
Enter
>All Test
>Self Test♦ ♦Only for Italy
Back Test Report
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 Operation Method Operation Method

Parameter Comment
Apply toVDE 4105/EN50549_EU. Reactive power control, Reactive standard curve Q= f(V)
T-start
Vac upper 60s
Voltage high protect
H/Lurt Function Disable
Vac upper slow
FreqSetPoint Frequency
Voltage setslow
high point
protect
FreqDropRate Frequency droop rate
Apply to VDE 4105 Q V2s=1.10Vn
Q_3Tau
FreqSetPoint Reactive response
Frequency set pointtime Qmax V1s=1.08Vn=QuVlowRate
V2i=0.90Vn
V2i=0.92Vn=QuVlowRate
V1s V2s

V2i V1i V
(3) Power Factor: ( For specific country if required by the local grid.)
There are 6 modes for selecting: Off , Under-Excited, Over-Excited, PF(p), Q( u ).
All parameters are shown below. -Qmax

Mode Comment
Off -
Under-Excited PF value
Over-Excited PF value →The way to operate the value :
a) Just watch the parameter of the mode by short pressing (Λ) and (V) .
Upper limit
b) If you change other mode by short pressing (Λ) and (V) , you need return the Power Factor
Lower limit interface by long pressing the (V). Then short press (V) to confirm and enter the Upper Limit.
PF(p)
Power Upper This time you can modify the value by long pressing (Λ) ; If you only change the parameter of
Power Lower
the mode(default), you just long press the (Λ) to modify the value.
c) After setting, long press the (V) key to confirm and return the previous directly.
QuVupRate
( EN50549_NL )

→ → →
QuVlowRate ↓
Enter Mode Select Enter >Upper Limit Enter
Q( u ) ( EN50549_NL ) >Power Factor >PF(p)< > 1.0 <
QUrangeV1 ( AS4777.2 ) 0.0
QUrangeV4 ( AS4777.2 )
(4) P(u) Function: The device is suitable for Australia if the “Enable” is chosen.
Fixed Q Power Q Power( for some local grids )

(5) Power limits: User can set the power limit value of the inverter, and the default
For VDE ARN 4105, curve cos φ = f(P) should refer to curve A. default values of
is 1. If you want to change, please refer to the method bellow. (the same operation
setting are as shown in curve A.
to other setting value)
For E 8001, curve cos φ = f(P) should refer to curve B. default values of setting are as
shown in curve B.
cos φ
leading Upper limit
>proportion
1.00 → ↓
>1.80<
0.9/0.95* 0.9
over-excited

inductive

→The way to set value :

a) Long press the key (V) to enter the interface, and long press again to modify .
Power Upper
0.7 0.8 b) Short Press (Λ) or (V) to increase or decrease the value you needed.
1 c) After setting, long press the (V) key to confirm the parameters or you can long press the (Λ)
0.2 0.5 1.0 0.2 0.3
under-excited

p/pEmax f (P)
capactive

Power Lower to confirm and return the previous directly.

0.9/0.95* 0.9
lagging Lower limit
curve A curve B
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 Operation Method Troubleshooting

(6) Export Control: With this function the inverter can control energy exported to
the grid. Whether having this function is based on user’s wishes.
7 Troubleshooting
Choose”Enable”in Mode Select means user must install a meter to monitor energy 7.1 Troubleshooting
exported to the grid. There are user value and factory value. The factory value is
default which can not be charged by user. The user value setting by installer must be This section contains information and procedures for solving possible problems
less than the factory value and within the range of 0KW to 6KW. with X1 series inverters, and provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify
and solve most problems that could occur with the X1 series inverters.
>Mode select
Enable → >User Value
4000W
This section will help you narrow down the source of any problems you may
encounter. Please read the following troubleshooting steps.
Check warnings or fault messages on System Control Panel or Fault codes on the
inverter information panel. If a message is displayed, record it before doing
Choose”Disable” means the function will be shut off. anything further.
Attempt the solution indicated in troubleshooting lists.
(7) Earth Detect: The default is “Disabled”. If turned on, the inverter will occur an
error
● If your inverter's information panel is not displaying a Fault light, check the
(8) DRM Function: User can choose whether using the DRM function or not. following list to make sure that the present state of the installation allows proper
(9) New Password: Installer can set the new password here. operation of the unit.
— Is the inverter located in a clean, dry, adequately ventilated place?
— Have the DC input breakers been opened?
→The way to set password: — Are the cables adequately sized and short enough?
a) Long press the key (V) to enter the interface, and long press again to modify . — Are the input and output connections and wiring in good condition?
b) Short Press (Λ) or (V) to increase or decrease the value you needed. — Are the configurations settings correct for your particular installation?
c) After setting, long press the (V) key to confirm the parameters. — Are the display panel and the communications cable properly
d) Long
(10) Reset press (Λ)
Errorlog: to enter
The user next
can level.
clear the errorlogs by this function. connected and undamaged?

(11) Reset Energy: The user can clear the power energy by this function.
Contact SolaX Customer Service for further assistance. Please be prepared to
(12) Reset Meter : The user can clear the Meter energy by this function. describe details of your system installation and provide model and serial number
of the unit.
(13) Line Impedance: User can choose whether using the Line Impedance
function or not. It can reduce the protection of the false voltage caused by the
high impedance.

(14) Self Test(only for CEI 0-21): User can test operating staus of inverter by
choosing ”All Test”. When testing OK, the inverter will restart again and user can
see the result from the “Test Report”.

(15) About: This interface shows information of the inverter, including product
serial number, machine type, master, slave, manager and internal code.

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 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

AC10Minute overvoltage Fault

AC10M Volt Fault System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
Or seek help from us.

Meter Fault
Meter Fault Check the Meter connection with the inverter.
Or seek help from us.

Earth Fault
Earth Fault Check the connection of the inverter.
Or seek help from us.
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 Troubleshooting Decommissioning

7.2 Routine Maintenance 8 Decommissioning

Inverters do not need any maintenance or correction in most condition, but if the
inverter often loses power due to overheating, this can be the following reason: 8.1 Dismantling the Inverter
● The cooling fins on the rear of house are coverd by dirts. Disconnect the inverter from DC Input and AC output.
Clean the cooling fins with a soft dry cloth or brush if necessary. Wait for 5 minutes for de-energizing.
Only trained and authorized professional personnel who are familiar with the Disconnect communication and optional connection wirings.
requirements of safety was allowed to perform servicing and maintenance work. Remove the inverter from the bracket.
Remove the bracket if necessary.
► Safety checks
Safety checks should be performed at least every 12 months by manufacturer's
qualified person who has adequate training, kownledge, and practical experience
to perform these tests. The data should be recorded in an equipment log. If the WARNING!
device is not functioning properly or fails any of test, the device has to be repaired. Before dismantling the inverter, please be sure to disconnect the DC
For safety check details, refer to this manual, section 2 Safety instruction and EC switch, and then unplug the PV and AC cables, otherwise it will lead
Directives. to an electric shock hazard.

►Maintain periodically
Only qualified person may perform the following works.
During the process of using the inverter, the manage person shall examine and 8.2 Packaging
maintain the machine regularly. The concrete operations are follow.
1) Check that if the cooling fins on the rear of house are covered by dirts, and the If possible, please pack the inverter with the original packaging.
machine should be cleaned and absorbed dust when necessary. If it is no longer available, you can also use an equivalent carton that meets the
This work shall be check time to time. following requirements.
2) Check that if the indicators of the inverter are in normal state, check if the keys of
the inverter are in normal state, check if the display of the inverter is normal. This Suitable for loads more than 30 kg.
check should be performed at least every 6 months. With handle.
3) Check that if the input and output wires are damaged or aged. This check should Can be fully closed.
be performed at least every 6 months.
4) You should get the inverter panels cleaned and their security checked at least
every 6 months.
8.3 Storage and Transportation

Store the inverter in dry place where ambient temperatures are always between
-25 °C - +60 °C. Take care of the inverter during the storage and transportation,
keep less than 4 cartons in one stack.

When the inverter or other related components need to be disposed. Have it

carried out according to local waste handling regulations. Please be sure to
deliver wasted inverters and packing materials to certain site, which can assist
relevant department to dispose and recycle.

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