sol-ark 5K - User Manual

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
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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

Brand	sol-ark
Model	5K
Category	Inverter
Language	English