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Connection system : This “interface” between Utility and PV-Inverter may 
consist  of  electrical  breaker,  fuse  and  connecting  terminals.  To  comply 
with  local  safety  standards  and  codes,  the  connection  system  should  be 
designed and implemented by a qualified technician.

Utility: Referred to as “grid” in this manual, is the way your electric power 
company provides power to your place. Please note that Inverter can only 
connect to low-voltage sysytems (namely,220_230VAC, 50/60Hz).

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There are 3 different modes of operation.

Modes of Operation

3.1Normal mode

In this mode, Inverter works normally. Whenever the supplied power from PV panel is 
sufficient (voltage>150VDC), Inverter converts power to the grid as generated by the 
PV  panel.  If  the  power  is  insufficient,  (voltage<100DC)  Inverter  enters  a  “waiting” 
state. Whilst “waiting” Inverter uses just enough power from the PV panel monitor 
internal system status. In normal mode the LED is green.

3.2

 

Fault mode

The  internal  intelligent  controller  can  continuously  monitor  and  adjust  the  system 
status. If Inverter finds any unexpected conditions such as grid problems or internal 
failure, it will display the information on its LCD and the LED will be red.

3.3

 

Shutdown mode

During  periods  of  little  or  no  sunlight,  Inverter  automatically  stops  running.  In  this 
mode, Inverter does not take any power from the grid. The display and LED’s on the 
front panel do not work.

Notes

Operating  inverter  is  quite  easy.  During  normal  operation,  Inverter  runs 
automatically with DC switch on. However, to achieve maximum conversion 
efficiency of Inverter please read the following information: 

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  Automatic ON-OFF:

With  DC  switch  on,  Inverter  starts  up  automatically  when  DC-power  from  the  PV 
panel is sufficient.

Once the PV - Inverter starts it enters one of the following 3 states:

1.Standby:  The  PV  string  can  only  provide  just  enough  voltage  to  minimum 
requirements of the controller.

2.Waiting:  When  the  PV  string  DC  voltage  is  greater  than  100V,  Inverter  enters  a 
“waiting” state and attempts to connect to the grid.

3.Normal  operation:  When  PV  string  DC  voltage  is  greater  than  150V,  Inverter 
operates in the normal state.

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Summary of Contents for Growatt 1500

Page 1: ...service ginverter com GR UM 001 07 GROWATT NEW ENERGY CO LTD ...

Page 2: ...of this unit first check this manual before contacting your local dealer or representative Instructions inside this manual will help you solve most installation and operation difficulties CONTRNT INSTALLATION 2 1 Installation manual 2 2 Fixed on the wall 2 3 Connect to the grid AC utility 2 4 Connect to PV panel DC input 2 5 Checking 2 6 System diagram MODES OF OPERATION 3 1 Normal mode 3 2 Fault ...

Page 3: ...a DC voltage When connected to this equipment a photovoltaic panel will charge the DC link capacitors Energy stored in this equipment s DC link capacitors presents a risk of electric shock Even after the unit is disconnected from the grid and photovoltaic panels high voltages may still exist inside the PV Inverter Do not remove the casing until at least 10 minutes after disconnecting all power sou...

Page 4: ... ensure it fits on to the bracket Insert safety lock screws to the bottom leg to secure the inverter image 3 Check the secure mounting of the PV Inverter by trying to raise it from the bottom The PV Inverter should remain firmly attached Select the installation location so that the status display can be easily viewed Choose a strong mounting wall to prevent vibrations while inverter is operating 4...

Page 5: ...reat connection terminals carefully D 2 4 Connect to PV panel DC input 2 5 Checking 6 7 2 5 1 Country selecting When the PV panels are connected and their output voltage is greater than 100Vdc but the AC grid is not yet connected inverter will start up automatically If it is the first time to power on the inverter after installation you may need to select a specific country Otherwise the interface...

Page 6: ...ctful please contact Growatt for specific software to clear and reset again When the selection is successful the inverter will reboot automatically 2 5 2 Commissioning After the inverter reboot LCD will produce the following messages in order Ser NO xxx xxxxx FW version Waiting No AC connection the display repeats NO Utility and LED will be red Close the AC breaker or fuse between PV Inverter and ...

Page 7: ...t controller can continuously monitor and adjust the system status If Inverter finds any unexpected conditions such as grid problems or internal failure it will display the information on its LCD and the LED will be red 3 3 Shutdown mode During periods of little or no sunlight Inverter automatically stops running In this mode Inverter does not take any power from the grid The display and LED s on ...

Page 8: ... auto test Update Software The second line of LCD SerNo CYCLE DISPLAY DISPLAY TIME S REMARK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Etoday xx x KWh Eall xxx x KWh Tall xx x h PV xxx xxx B xxx AC xxxV F xx xHz SerNo xxxxxxxxxx Module PX UX MX SX FW version x x x Enable Auto Test Set Language Set LCD Contrast System F XXHz COM address xx 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 The energy today The total energy The total wo...

Page 9: ...he Frequency you need and wait until the display become dark Set contrast Knock to make the display bright knock to COM Address xx double knock to change the Address model knock to set address Inverter Status 4 Inverter is designed to be user friendly therefore the status of the Inverter can be easily understood by reading the information shown on the front panel display All possible messages are ...

Page 10: ...LED on the front panel will be red and the LCD displays the relevant information Please refer to the following for a list of potential problems and their solutions SYSTEM FAULT Ground I Fault Isolation Fault Grid Fault 1 The ground current is too high 2 Unplug the inputs from the PV generator and check the peripheral AC system 3 After the cause is cleared re plug the PV panel and check PV Inverter...

Page 11: ...rent per string Max DC voltage Max DC power PV voltage range MPP voltage range Number of MPP trackers strings per MPP tracker 20A 20A 4200W 580V 100V 580V 250V 500V 1 3 20A 20A 4600W 580V 100V 580V 250V 500V 1 3 20A 20A 5000W 5200W 580V 100V 580V 250V 500V 1 3 Output Data AC connection Efficiency MPPT efficiency Nominal AC output power Max AC power Max output current AC nominal voltage range AC gr...

Page 12: ...s yes yes yes 360 329 132 11 5 KG 360 329 132 11 7 KG 360 329 132 12 2 KG Operating temperature range 25 C 60 C 25 C 60 C 25 C 60 C Continuous full output power temperature range 25 C 50 C 25 C 50 C 25 C 50 C Noise emission typical 25 dB A 25 dB A 25 dB A Sungold 3000 Sungold 5000 20A 20A 5200W 580V 100V 580V 250V 500V 1 3 Single phase 1650W 1650W 8A 230V 207Vac 263Vac 50Hz 60Hz 5Hz 1 3 Single pha...

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