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sol-ark 5K-48-ST - User Manual

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April 21, 2021 1
OUTDOOR SOL-ARK 5K INSTALL GUIDE & OWNER’S MANUAL 1-53
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
DISCLAIMER 2
COMPONENT GUIDE 3
SYSTEM PLACEMENT 4
TRANSFER SWITCH 5
MOUNTING 6
DIMENSIONS 7
BATTERY WIRING 8
SOLAR PANEL WIRING 9-10
BACKUP GAS GENERATOR SETUP & SENSOR PLACEMENT 11
TESTING 12
BATTERY SETTINGS AND WIFI SETUP 13-21
EMP SUPPRESSOR INSTALLATION 22
RAPID SHUTDOWN DIAGRAMS 22-23
SPECIFICATIONS 24
OFF GRID TIPS & GRID TIE / NO BATT TIPS 25
POWERING ON THE SYSTEM / INDICATOR LEDS 26
SELECTING POWER MODES / SENSORS 26-27
BATTERY SETTING & LIMITER SENSOR AUTO-SETUP 28
SCREENS (GUI MAP PAGE 35) 29-35
BATTERY CHARGE/DISCHARGE REFERENCE 36
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / ERROR CODES 37-39
COMMON BATTERY APPLICATION NOTE 39-40
WIRE GAUGE GUIDE 41
COMPATIBILITY REFERENCE + MODBUS/RS485 PIN OUT AND REGISTERS 42-43
TORQUE VALUES 43
SYSTEM WIRE DIAGRAMS 44-46
INSTALL TESTING CHECKLIST 47
WARRANTY 48
CONTACT US
PHONE 1-972-575-8875 X2
EMAIL SUPPORT@SOL-ARK.COM
WEBSITE WWW.SOL-ARK.COM
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Questions and Answers

  • G
    Gabriella SandovalSep 23, 2025
    How to unfreeze the color touchscreen on my sol-ark Inverter?
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      Sandra MaxwellSep 23, 2025
      To unfreeze the color touchscreen on your Sol-Ark Inverter, press and hold the escape button for 7-10 seconds.
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    Lisa LevineAug 23, 2025
    What to do if my sol-ark 5K-48-ST Inverter system is beeping?
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      Timothy GouldAug 23, 2025
      If your Sol-Ark Inverter system is beeping, check the system alarms menu to identify the triggered alarm. Many alarms will self-reset. Alternatively, if you are not using a battery, ensure you've selected 'no battery' and disabled 'activate batt' in the Battery menu.
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    Leslie KellyAug 25, 2025
    What to do if the alarm light is on in my sol-ark 5K-48-ST?
    • S
      sphelpsAug 26, 2025
      If the Alarm Light is illuminated on your Sol-Ark Inverter, check the system alarms menu to determine which alarm has been triggered.
  • T
    Tiffany GarciaAug 26, 2025
    Why does my sol-ark Inverter system connect to the grid and quickly disconnect?
    • H
      hwillisAug 27, 2025
      If your Sol-Ark Inverter system connects to the grid and then quickly disconnects, verify that your Neutral wire is properly connected using a DMM (it should read 0Vac referenced to GND). Also, confirm that your Frequency is set to 60Hz and the inverter is receiving 120V on L1 & L2 to Neutral. If overloading, ensure the 120/240V grid input and load output wires are not swapped. For 120/208V systems, the L1 and L2 lines are phase-specific, so you may need to swap Grid L1 and L2 for 208V applications.
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    Jeffrey WoodsAug 27, 2025
    How to troubleshoot sol-ark 5K-48-ST panels not producing power?
    • D
      Dr. Sandy ClarkAug 28, 2025
      If the panels connected to your Sol-Ark Inverter are not producing power, check that all solar panel connections are wired properly and that the PV disconnect is turned on. Also, ensure that the PV input voltage is not greater than 425V. If the system indicates PV=0V, verify the PV polarity.
  • J
    jhillSep 18, 2025
    Why is my sol-ark 5K-48-ST Inverter generator setup reading 0Hz?
    • B
      barrerajamieSep 18, 2025
      If the Generator setup is reading 0Hz on your Sol-Ark Inverter, select “General Standard” instead of UL1741. Then widen the voltage range to 53Hz-65Hz.
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    ricky61Sep 15, 2025
    What happens if batteries were connected backwards to my sol-ark 5K-48-ST Inverter?
    • T
      Travis HansonSep 15, 2025
      If batteries were connected backwards to your Sol-Ark Inverter, the battery breaker will trip, which can cause damage!
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    nkellySep 16, 2025
    Why is the batt % meter not reaching 100% on my sol-ark Inverter?
    • B
      Brittany JohnsonSep 16, 2025
      If The Batt % meter is not reaching 100% on your Sol-Ark Inverter, the system needs to go through a small discharge/charge cycle to first calibrate the battery.
  • S
    Shawn RobinsonSep 6, 2025
    Why is auto gen-start not working on my sol-ark 5K-48-ST Inverter?
    • X
      xmorenoSep 6, 2025
      If the Auto Gen-Start feature is not working on your Sol-Ark Inverter, first ensure that your generator is compatible with Auto Start. Then, verify that the Auto Gen Start wire is connected properly to both the Sol-Ark 5K and the generator.
  • E
    Eugene MoralesSep 3, 2025
    Why are my sol-ark Inverter panels not producing much power?
    • J
      Jaime BarrettSep 4, 2025
      If your Sol-Ark Inverter panels are not producing much power, ensure the PV wire strip length is 5/8”. Your batteries may be charged, so you can test Grid Sell to verify.

Summary

Sol-Ark 5 K System Overview

Component Identification

Identifies and describes all components included in the Sol-Ark 5K kit.

System Installation and Wiring

System Placement and Mounting

Guidelines for system placement, clearances, and mounting instructions.

Wiring and Connections

Instructions for wiring transfer switches, batteries, solar panels, and generators.

Battery, Solar, and Generator Wiring

Procedures for connecting batteries, solar panels, and generators to the system.

System Wire Diagrams

Visual diagrams illustrating various system wiring configurations.

System Configuration and Operation

System Testing and Startup

Pre-power-up checks and the procedure for starting the Sol-Ark system.

Battery Settings Configuration

Configuring battery capacity, type, and charging parameters for optimal performance.

Remote Monitoring Setup

Steps for setting up Ethernet or Wi-Fi for remote monitoring and app configuration.

System Operation Modes

Understanding and selecting power modes like Grid Sell, Limited Home, and Smart Load.

Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guidance on resolving common problems like no LCD power, panel issues, and alarms.

Sol-Ark 5 K Error Codes

List of error codes, their causes, and remedies for system faults.

Installation Verification Checklist

Checklist to ensure proper installation and functionality before warranty registration.

Limited Warranty Information

Details on the ten-year limited warranty, terms, and return policy.

sol-ark 5K-48-ST Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandsol-ark
Model5K-48-ST
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

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