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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

  • B
    Brittany ArroyoSep 23, 2025
    How to unfreeze the color touchscreen on my sol-ark 5K Inverter?
    • V
      Victoria MooreSep 23, 2025
      To unfreeze the color touchscreen on your Sol-Ark Inverter, press and hold the escape button for 7-10 seconds.
  • C
    Carlos HarringtonAug 23, 2025
    What to do if my sol-ark 5K system is beeping?
    • C
      Carol SantosAug 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.
  • B
    burtonannaAug 25, 2025
    What to do if the alarm light is on in my sol-ark 5K?
    • C
      Cristian LambAug 25, 2025
      If the Alarm Light is illuminated on your Sol-Ark Inverter, check the system alarms menu to determine which alarm has been triggered.
  • K
    Kelly MyersAug 27, 2025
    Why does my sol-ark 5K system connect to the grid and quickly disconnect?
    • J
      Jeanne HumphreyAug 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.
  • N
    Nichole HarrisAug 27, 2025
    How to troubleshoot sol-ark 5K panels not producing power?
    • J
      Joseph RichardAug 27, 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.
  • A
    Amanda WattsSep 18, 2025
    Why is my sol-ark Inverter generator setup reading 0Hz?
    • C
      Christine MccoySep 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.
  • A
    Amanda HughesSep 15, 2025
    What happens if batteries were connected backwards to my sol-ark 5K Inverter?
    • M
      Michelle RodriguezSep 15, 2025
      If batteries were connected backwards to your Sol-Ark Inverter, the battery breaker will trip, which can cause damage!
  • K
    Kathy PettySep 16, 2025
    Why is the batt % meter not reaching 100% on my sol-ark 5K Inverter?
    • A
      Amy PowellSep 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
    scottdiazSep 6, 2025
    Why is auto gen-start not working on my sol-ark 5K Inverter?
    • P
      pjonesSep 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.
  • D
    David Miller IISep 4, 2025
    Why are my sol-ark Inverter panels not producing much power?
    • M
      Manuel ThompsonSep 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

Disclaimer

Component Guide

Component Identification

Lists all included components for the system, such as sensors, cables, and mounting hardware.

Component Distance Guide

Decide Backup Circuits

Mount Transfer Switch or Backup Panel

Install Grid Breaker

Mount Sol-Ark 5 K

Connect Batteries

Solar Panel Installation

Generator Connection

Sensor and Accessory Placement

Testing and Powering Up

Basic System Setup

Programming Battery Settings

Battery Charging Information

Explains the 4-stage MPPT battery charging algorithm for efficient and safe charging.

Grid Setup Configuration

Smart Load Configuration

Details on using the Gen input for high power loads like water heaters or pumps.

Grid Setup Details

Further options like Grid Sell, Time of Use, Sell Control, and grid connection parameters.

Remote Monitoring Setup

Start System Monitoring

Emergency Stop Diagram

Rapid Shutdown Hardware Diagram

Sol-Ark 5 K Specifications

Off-Grid Installation Tips

Grid-Tie; No Battery Install Tips

System Interface Overview

Indicator LEDs

Explains the status lights on the inverter for DC, AC, Normal, and Alarm conditions.

Selecting Power Mode

Choosing operational modes like Grid Sell, Limited To Home, and Off-Grid.

Backup Generator Setup

Limiter Sensor Automatic Setup

System Interface Navigation

Screen Views and Menus

Covers graphical views, system setup menus, alarms, and detailed voltage views.

Troubleshooting Guide

Operational Issues

Addresses common problems with LCD, panels, generator, battery, and grid connections.

Sol-Ark 5 K Error Codes

Lists specific fault codes, their common causes, and recommended remedies.

Common Battery Application Notes

Wire Gauge Guide

Compatibility Reference Guide

Rapid Shutdown Compatibility

Lists compatible rapid shutdown devices and module level options.

MODBUS;RJ45 Application Note

Details communication protocols, pinouts, and settings for MODBUS and CANBUS.

Sol-Ark 5 K Torque Values Application Note

Install Operational Verification Checklist

Limited Warranty Information

sol-ark 5K Specifications

General IconGeneral
Max DC Input Voltage500V
Frequency60 Hz
Continuous Power Output5000W
Battery Voltage48V
AC Output Voltage120V/240V
MPPT Range120V-450V
Max PV Input6500W
CertificationsUL1741, FCC Part 15 Class B

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