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SolarEdge SE12.5k

SolarEdge SE12.5k
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Installation Guide
SolarEdge System
Installation Guide
For Europe and APAC
Version 4.1

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

SolarEdge SE12.5k Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output12.5 kW
Rated AC Power12.5 kW
AC Voltage208/240 V
Maximum Efficiency98.3%
Number of MPP Trackers2
Warranty12 years
Max. AC Power12.5 kW
CoolingConvection
CommunicationEthernet, RS485
Operating Temperature Range-25 to +60 °C
ModelSolarEdge SE12.5k

Summary

Handling and Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Warnings

Details critical warnings for safe operation and installation.

Specific Safety Precautions

Electrical Shock Hazard Warning

Alerts users to the risk of electric shock from stored energy.

Grounding and Wiring Safety

Emphasizes proper grounding of the inverter and AC power cable.

Qualified Personnel Warning

States that only qualified personnel should perform repairs or testing.

SafeDC Voltage Compliance

Details SafeDC voltage compliance requirements with IEC60947-3.

Installing Power Optimizers

Safety Precautions for Optimizer Installation

Details safety warnings and cautions specific to power optimizer installation.

Optimizer Installation Guidelines

Optimizer Wiring and Clearance

Optimizer Clearance and Ventilation

Step 1: Mounting Power Optimizers

Optimizer Mounting Location and Brackets

Details determining the mounting location and using brackets.

Step 2: Connecting PV Module to Optimizer

Module Input Connector

Explains how to connect the module's positive output to the optimizer's positive input.

Module Negative Connector

Explains how to connect the module's negative output to the optimizer's negative input.

Step 3: Connecting Optimizers in Strings

String Configuration and Lengths

Discusses constructing parallel strings and string length specifications.

Connecting Optimizers in Series

Details how to connect multiple power optimizers sequentially in a string.

Step 4: Verifying Optimizer Connections

Expected String Voltage

Explains the expected voltage output from connected optimizers.

Measuring String Voltage and Polarity

Guides on measuring string voltage and verifying correct polarity.

Installing the Inverter

Inverter Mounting Procedures

Mounting Surface and Bracket Security

Ensures the mounting surface supports the inverter and bracket securely.

Lifting and Handling Cautions

Reiterates cautions for handling heavy inverters to prevent injury.

Inverter Mounting Location

Recommends mounting location protected from direct sunlight.

Inverter Clearance Requirements

Minimum Clearance Areas

Details minimum clearance requirements for heat dissipation around the inverter.

Clearance for Multiple Inverters

Specifies clearance between multiple inverters installed side-by-side or stacked.

Mounting Bracket Installation

Positioning and Marking Bracket Holes

Guides on positioning the bracket and marking drill hole locations.

Drilling and Bracket Attachment

Instructions for drilling holes and securely attaching the mounting bracket.

Hanging the Inverter on the Bracket

Steps for safely hanging the inverter onto the installed mounting bracket.

Securing the Inverter and DC Safety Unit Bracket

Securing Connection Unit Bracket

Instructions for securing the Connection Unit bracket to the wall.

Attaching Inverter to Bracket

Describes inserting screws to secure the inverter to the bracket.

Connecting AC Grid and DC Strings to Inverter

AC Grid Connection Guidelines

Provides guidelines for connecting the inverter to the AC grid.

Connecting the AC Grid

Three-Phase AC Cable Requirements

Specifies the five-wire cable and maximum wire size for AC connection.

AC Circuit Breaker and Cover Removal

Steps for turning off AC breaker and removing the inverter cover.

AC Terminal Connections

AC Wire Connection Sequence

Specifies the order of connecting AC wires (PE first) and terminals.

Connecting DC Strings to Inverter

DC Input Connection

How to connect DC strings to the inverter's DC+ and DC- connectors.

Residual Current Device (RCD) Selection

Commissioning the Installation

Step 1: Activating the System

Guides on activating the system using the activation card.

System Activation and Configuration

Verifying System Activation Status

How to check the inverter's status after activation, including country settings.

Turning ON DC Safety Unit

Steps for turning on the DC Safety Unit after configuration.

Step 2: Pairing Power Optimizers

Pairing Process Overview

Explains the need for pairing and when to perform it.

Initiating the Pairing Process

Details pressing and holding the LCD Light button to start pairing.

Pairing Completion and System Startup

Pairing Success Message

Shows the message displayed upon successful pairing completion.

Warning During ONOFF Switch Activation

Warns about high DC voltage when the ON/OFF switch is turned ON.

Step 3: Verifying System Activation

Verifying LCD Status Indicators

Guides on verifying LED status and LCD panel readings after activation.

Inverter Configuration via Internal Buttons

Setup Menu Navigation

Configuration Menu Details

Configuration Menu Options Explained

Communication Configuration

Server Communication Setup Details

Server and Communication Options

Specific Communication Configuration

RS232, GPIO, and Power Control

Display and Maintenance Settings

Information Display Details

Status Screens - Operational Mode

Inverter Status Details

Energy Meter and Telemetry Status

Telemetry and ID Status

Communication Status Details

Communication Ports and Status

Fan and Power Control Status

Power Control Parameters

Setting Up Communication

Communication Setup Cautions

Cautions regarding connecting cables and configuring parameters.

Communication Interface Types

Wireless Communication Options

Communication Connectors and Board

Removing the Inverter Cover

Ethernet (LAN) Connection Setup

How to connect the inverter to the monitoring platform via Ethernet.

Ethernet Cable Connection

Connecting Ethernet Cable to Inverter

Step-by-step guide to connect the Ethernet cable through the gland.

Ethernet Cable Wiring and RJ45 Connector

Preparing and Connecting RJ45 Connector

Instructions for crimping and connecting the RJ45 connector to the communication board.

Connecting Inverter to Network and Configuration

Connecting to SwitchRouter

Connecting the RJ45 connector to the Ethernet switch or router.

Configuring LAN Connection

Steps to configure the inverter for LAN connection.

Creating RS485 Bus Connection

RS485 Bus Configuration

Describes creating a bus of connected inverters via RS485.

RS485 Wiring Specifications

Cable type, wire cross-section, max nodes, and distance for RS485.

RS485 Connection Schema and Terminals

RS485 Connection Schema

Shows how inverters are connected in a chain via RS485.

RS485 Terminal Block Wiring

Details inserting wires into G, A, and B pins on the RS485 terminal block.

RS485 Termination and Bus Configuration

RS485 Termination Switch

How to use DIP-switches to terminate the first and last devices in the RS485 chain.

Connecting to Monitoring Platform

Designating a master inverter and connecting it to the monitoring platform.

Configuring RS485 Communication Bus

Steps to configure the RS485 bus, setting master/slave roles.

Verifying RS485 Connection

Setting Master Inverter Configuration

Configuring the inverter as master via LCD menus.

Verifying Master-to-Platform Connection

Checking the master inverter's connection to the monitoring platform.

Verifying Connection to Monitoring Server

Closing Inverter Cover and Powering ON

Steps to close the cover and turn ON AC and DC Safety Unit.

Monitoring Platform Connection Confirmation

Verifying connection success on the inverter LCD panel (S_OK indicator).

Connection Success Indicator

SOK Indicator Meaning

Explains that S_OK indicates a successful connection to the monitoring platform.

Errors and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Communication Errors

Guides on identifying and resolving Ethernet communication errors.

Troubleshooting Ethernet and RS485

Ethernet Error Codes and Solutions

Lists Ethernet error messages and their causes/troubleshooting steps.

RS485 Master Not Found Error

Troubleshooting steps for "Master Not Found" and missing slaves in RS485.

Power Optimizer Troubleshooting

Pairing Failed Troubleshooting

Causes and solutions for pairing failures, including shaded optimizers.

String Voltage Issues

Troubleshooting for zero or low string voltage based on optimizer connection.

String Voltage Troubleshooting

High String Voltage Warning

Warning about high voltage and its impact on safe low voltage operation.

Locating Malfunctioning Optimizers

Steps to disconnect wires, measure optimizer voltage, and locate faults.

Connecting ACDC Strings to DC Safety Unit

DC Safety Unit Components

Lists components of the DC Safety Unit: switch, surge protector, fuses.

Connecting AC Grid to Inverter via DC Safety Unit

DC Safety Unit Power OFF Steps

Steps to turn OFF inverter, AC breaker, and DC Safety Unit.

Opening DC Safety Unit Cover

Instructions for opening the DC Safety Unit cover.

AC Terminal Connections and Grounding

Equipment Grounding Terminal Connection

Connecting the grounding wire to the equipment grounding terminal.

AC Wire Connection to Inverter

Connecting AC wires to inverter terminal blocks according to labels.

DC String Connections to DC Safety Unit

DC Terminals Without Fuses

Connecting DC wires to spring-clamp terminals without fuses.

DC Terminals With Fuses

Fastening screws for DC terminals with fuses.

DC Safety Unit Cover and Cable Sealing

Closing DC Safety Unit Cover

Securing the DC Safety Unit cover with specified torque.

SafeDC Functionality

SafeDC Operation Principle

Explains how DC voltage drops to safe levels when AC is OFF.

SafeDC Disconnection Mechanism

Describes the mechanism operation when ON/OFF switch or AC breaker is turned OFF.

External Fan Replacement Procedure

Replacing and Adding System Components

Replacing an Inverter Procedure

Step-by-step guide for replacing the inverter.

Inverter Replacement Steps

Disconnecting Inverter Wires

Disconnecting AC, DC, and RS485 wires from the inverter.

Removing Inverter from Mounting Bracket

Steps to remove screws and detach the inverter from its mounting bracket.

Replacing the DC Safety Unit

Procedure for removing and installing a new DC Safety Unit.

DC Safety Unit Installation and Connection

Connecting AC Wires and Verifying

Power Optimizer Replacement Procedures

Determining Circuit Breaker Size

Transformer and Circuit Breaker Considerations

Sizing an Inverter Circuit Breaker

Circuit Breaker Criteria Table

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