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General| Model | SH5K |
|---|---|
| Rated Power | 5 kW |
| Max. AC Apparent Power | 5.5 kVA |
| Max. Output Power | 5 kW |
| Number of MPP Trackers | 2 |
| THD | < 3% |
| Max Efficiency | 98.4% |
| Cooling Method | Natural convection |
| Protection Class | IP65 |
| Rated Output Voltage | 230 V |
| Output Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Power Factor | 0.8 leading to 0.8 lagging |
| Operating Temperature Range | -25°C to 60°C |
| Communication | RS485 |
Specifies manual applicability, target audience, usage guidance, and symbols.
Describes system configurations, including on-grid, off-grid, and retrofitting existing PV systems.
Covers safety functions, energy conversion, battery management, and communication options.
Details procedures for unpacking, inspecting the inverter, and lists delivery contents.
Covers safety, location, installation steps, grounding, and meter installation for mounting.
Identifies inverter terminals and internal circuit board connections for electrical wiring.
Details various connection procedures: meter, grid, PV, communication, battery, STB5K, and DO.
Covers pre-commissioning checks, button functions, setup procedure, and result verification.
Describes safety functions, protection mechanisms, and the earth fault alarm system.
Explains energy conversion, power derating, and response modes like Volt-watt.
Details demand response modes and reactive power regulation capabilities.
Covers battery management, discharge, maintenance, and load control functions.
Explains discharge management, maintenance, and the PT1000 temperature sensor for batteries.
Details procedures for unpacking, inspecting, and storing the inverter correctly.
Explains how to identify the inverter via its nameplate and lists package contents.
Details safety, location, environmental factors, and orientation for mounting the inverter.
Provides step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the inverter onto a wall.
Explains the procedure for properly grounding the inverter for electrical safety.
Identifies all connection terminals on the inverter and provides general wiring notes.
Details the connections available on the inverter's internal circuit board.
Provides a step-by-step guide for connecting the SUNGROW energy meter.
Guides on connecting the RS485 cable and setting up communication.
Specifies cable requirements and assembly for connecting to the AC grid.
Details the procedure for installing the AC connector onto the inverter.
Explains the configuration options for the inverter's PV inputs.
Guides on connecting the PV array, including cable specifications.
Details the process of assembling and installing the PV connectors to the DC inputs.
Identifies the available communication ports and terminals on the inverter.
Explains how to set up an Ethernet connection for inverter communication.
Guides on connecting and configuring the Wi-Fi module for wireless communication.
Details the procedure for connecting the power cables to the battery terminals.
Explains the connection of the CAN cable for communication with compatible batteries.
Guides on connecting the RS485 cable for communication with Pylon batteries.
Details the connection of the PT1000 temperature sensor for battery monitoring.
Explains the power cable connections for the STB5K backup box.
Guides on connecting the control and DI cables for the STB5K backup box.
Describes the functions of DO relays for load control and earth fault alarms.
Covers essential pre-commissioning inspections and introduces the inverter's operation buttons.
Details the step-by-step commissioning process and initial settings via the LCD.
Explains how to set grid standards and configure protective parameters.
Covers configuration of zero-export, reactive power, and battery parameters.
Details lead-acid battery parameters and battery usage/off-grid settings.
Explains LCD screen icons and the status descriptions for LED indicators.
Verifies meter installation and checks LCD display for correct energy flow indication.
Verifies LCD readings and checks detailed battery information after initial setup.
Guides on modifying inverter settings, including battery type and system time.
Addresses troubleshooting for LED indicators and general inverter faults based on LCD messages.
Lists common faults related to inverter operation, grid conditions, and internal components.
Covers faults related to PV inputs, system voltage, and over-temperature conditions.
Details faults specific to off-grid operation and fan speed warnings.
Addresses troubleshooting for communication failures, over-current, and system power issues.
Covers troubleshooting for meter communication issues and various battery faults.
Details troubleshooting for battery protection, over-voltage, and over-temperature warnings.
Addresses troubleshooting for battery FET faults, over-current, internal faults, and mismatches.
Explains troubleshooting for low State of Health and various battery warnings.
Describes the scheduled routine maintenance checks for the inverter system.
Provides safety instructions for replacing the button battery within the inverter.
Details the procedure for safely powering off the inverter before commencing decommissioning.
Guides on dismantling the inverter and the procedures for decommissioning Li-ion and lead-acid batteries.
Describes the main LCD screen layout, status icons, and system information.
Explains the meaning of different LCD states and checks for standby mode.
Provides a visual map of the LCD menu hierarchy and navigation paths.
Lists abbreviations, and guides on setting system time and country code.
Details how to set grid standards and configure protective parameters.
Explains how to view fault codes and procedures for starting/stopping the inverter.
Guides on advanced settings for zero-export function and reactive power regulation.
Covers setting reserved capacity, battery usage time, and forced charge functions.
Details configuring load control via Timer, ON/OFF, or Optimized modes.
Guides on setting communication parameters and selecting the battery type.
Details configuring over/under voltage, frequency, and power ramp rate protection parameters.
Covers adding existing system data and testing the earth fault alarm.
Guides on enabling/disabling DRM function and the PT1000 temperature sensor.
Explains how to perform a factory reset to restore default parameters.
Describes user roles and password management for accessing the inverter's webserver.
Introduces the webserver's main interface, status icons, and data export capabilities.
Explains the navigation structure and lists abbreviations used in the webserver interface.
Details compliance with AS/NZS 4777.2 and connecting to a DRED for demand response.
Explains how to view DRM states and the inverter's compliance with AS/NZS 4777.2.
Describes the available reactive power regulation modes: Qt, Q(p).
Details the Q(p) mode for reactive power regulation based on output power.
Details the Q(u) mode for reactive power regulation based on grid voltage.
Explains the Volt-watt response mode for active power adjustment based on grid voltage.
Describes Volt-watt for battery charging and Frq-watt parameters for grid frequency response.
Illustrates the inverter's response to over-frequency conditions in Frq-watt mode.
Illustrates the inverter's response to under-frequency conditions in Frq-watt mode.
Provides detailed technical specifications for the inverter, including PV input, battery, and AC data.
Lists the technical specifications for the STB5K backup box and the SUNGROW energy meter.
Disclaims liability for product misuse and outlines conditions for using Sungrow software.
Provides background information about Sungrow and its contact details for support.
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