Plug-In Solar Adjustable Ground Mount Kit Installation Instructions

Plug-In Solar Adjustable Ground Mount Kit Installation Instructions

The Adjustable Ground Mount Kit is designed to securely mount your solar panels to the ground. The adjustable arms allow you to optimize the angle of your panels for maximum sunlight exposure and efficiency. The kit is easy to install and comes with all necessary hardware. It's a great option for homes with limited roof space or for those who prefer ground-mounted solar systems.

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These installation instructions contain important information on safety matters and the installation of the Plug-In Solar kit. Please read this guide carefully to ensure safe installation and operation.

*Installations are undertaken at the customer’s own risk. This Installation manual is to be used as a guide only, and your discretion must be used when installing the Plug-In Solar kit. You MUST follow the IET Wiring Regulations and consult a professional if you are in any doubt. Plug-In Solar takes no responsibility for incorrect installation of our kits.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Tool Requirements

Component Guide

Safety Instructions

Step by Step Plug-In Solar Installation Guide

Adjustable Ground Mount Installation

Micro-Inverter Installation

Wiring The Solar To The Existing Mains Circuit

Isolation/Isolator Requirements

Placing Warning Labels

Inspecting, Testing and Commissioning

Inspecting and Testing your Plug-In Solar Installation

Commissioning your Plug-In Solar Installation

Completing your Warranty Card

Appendix

Appendix 1. Plug-In Solar Connection Unit – Wiring Diagram 19

Appendix 2. Example G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Form 20

Appendix 3. Example Electrical Schematic Diagram

Appendix 4. Troubleshooting APS Dual Micro-Inverters

Appendix 5. Troubleshooting Renesola Single Micro-Inverters

Appendix 6. APS Warranty Card

Appendix 7. Renesola Warranty Card

Appendix 8. Ground Mount Warranty Document

Appendix 9. APS G83/2 SSEG Test Report Certificate

Appendix 10. Renesola G83/2 SSEG Test Report Certificate

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TOOL REQUIREMENTS

8mm Socket Tool Voltage Tester

6mm Hex (Allen) Key Wire Strippers

13mm Spanner Flathead Screwdriver

Drill with S8 Masonry

Bit

Phillips Screwdriver

COMPONENT GUIDE

The number of components you receive will depend on the type of kit you have purchased.

Please unpack all your items, and check you have all the correct components.

Solar Panel

Adjustable Ground Mount System

Micro Inverter (Single or Dual Input)

Mains (Grid Extension) Cable

End Cap

Plug-In Solar Connection Unit

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The installation of a Plug-In Solar kit shall be carried out by a competent person with sufficient skills and training, as provided by this manual, to apply safe methods of work, in compliance with G83/2 Engineering Recommendations.

The installation of a Plug-In Solar kit will be carried out to no lower a standard than that required in the Manufacturer’s installation instructions, as provided here.

No parameter relating to the electrical connection and subject to type verification certification will be modified unless previously agreed in writing between the DNO and the

Customer.

All electrical installations shall be performed in accordance with local electrical codes.

All appropriate health and safety regulations must be observed and required safety precautions taken.

Before installation or use of Micro-Inverters, please carefully read all instructions and cautionary markings in the technical documents and on the Micro-Inverters themselves.

Be aware that the body of the Micro-Inverter is the heat sink and can reach a temperature of

80°C. To reduce risk of burns, do not touch the body of the Micro-Inverter.

DO NOT disconnect the PV module from the Micro-Inverter without first disconnecting the

AC power. In no circumstances, connect a DC input when an AC connector is unplugged.

DO NOT attempt to repair a Micro-Inverter. If it fails, contact APS or Renesola Customer

Support to obtain an RMA number and start the replacement process. Damaging or opening a

Micro-Inverter will void the warranty.

CAUTION! The external protective earthing conductor is connected to the micro-inverter protective earthing terminal via an AC connector. When connecting; connect the AC connectors first to ensure the micro-inverter earthing then undertake the DC connections.

When disconnecting: disconnect the AC by opening the branch circuit breaker. Whilst maintaining the protective earthing conductor in the branch circuit breaker, connect to the micro-inverter, then disconnect the DC inputs.

You MUST follow the IET Wiring Regulations at all times and consult a professional if you are in any doubt.

WARNINGS

Never disconnect the DC wire connectors under load. Ensure that no current is flowing in the

DC wires prior to disconnecting. An opaque covering may be used to cover the module prior to disconnecting the module.

Always disconnect AC power before disconnecting the PV module wires from the Micro-

Inverter. The AC connector of the first Micro-Inverter in a branch circuit is suitable, as a disconnecting means, once the AC branch circuit breaker in the load center has been opened.

The Micro-Inverter is powered by PV module DC power. Make sure you disconnect and reconnect the DC connections to watch for the three short flashes.

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ADJUSTABLE GROUND MOUNT SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Important Notes before the installation of Adjustable Ground Mounts

1. The size of the mounting system (number of mounting triangles) should be specifically calculated for each individual project, following the specified structural engineering standards and regulations.

2. A prerequisite for proper application is a solid mounting base that can accommodate the occurring forces (weight, wind and snow loads). ………………………………………

3. You MUST ballast your mounting system, especially in high wind areas. This can be done with sandbags or similar (not supplied). For additional fixings to secure your grounds mounts to concrete/metal or other material please contact us.

4. The installation instructions of the solar panel manufacturers must be adhered to.

5. When installing this product please observe the appropriate health and safety regulations and take required safety precautions.

Plug-In Solar takes no responsibility for the method by which you choose to install your mounting system. This is a guide only. Please consult a roofing expert if you are in any doubt on how to safely and correctly install your system.

Adjustable Ground Mount System Components

Adjustable Mounts Solar Panel Clamps SFS Screws Bolts

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Adjustable Ground Mount Installation

1. Open a mounting triangle, and pull adjustable arm upwards. You can choose the angle at which you install the panels for the best possible efficiency, by adjusting the support arm.

You will need your 13mm Spanner at this stage.

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2. Secure the Solar Panels to the Ground Mount system (using the nuts, bolts and SFS screws provided). You will need your Hex key, Spanner and a drill with a masonry bit at this stage.

3. Continue this process until you have installed all the solar panels. Ensure all screws and clamps are sufficiently tightened.

4. Remember to ballast your ground mount system accordingly.

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MICRO-INVERTER INSTALLATION

1. Attach Micro-Inverters to Solar Panel Frames, using nuts and bolts provided. You will need your Hex key and Spanner. Ensure the bolts are tightened securely.

Single Micro-Inverters Dual Micro-Inverters

NOTE: If you are unable to bolt the inverter to the solar panel frame, use the SFS (self drilling) screws provided to affix the Micro-Inverter to the upper arm of the Ground Mount

Kit. See image below for guidance.

Each Micro-Inverter has serial number labels affixed. Once the micro-inverters are installed, please peel one label off each micro-inverter and stick them to the warranty card (please refer to the ‘Completing Your Warranty Card’ section of this installation manual for more information).

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2. Connect Micro Inverters to Solar Panels (PV Modules)

Connect each Solar Panel to the Micro-Inverter DC cables to feed PV power into the Micro inverter, following the polarity direction marked on each Micro inverter. Ensure a click is heard as connectors engage.

WARNING: Ensure that all AC and DC wiring is correct. Ensure that none of the AC and DC wires are pinched or damaged. Ensure that all connections are properly closed.

Single Micro-Inverters Dual Micro-Inverters

Dual Micro-Inverters

3. Connect Micro Inverters to each other.

Connect adjacent Micro Inverters to each other using inbuilt AC interconnection cables to form a continuous AC branch circuit. Ensure a click is heard as connectors engage. For APS Micro-Inverters, twist to lock. Make sure any unused Micro Inverter AC connector is covered with an end cap.

WARNIING: Do NOT exceed the maximum number of Micro-Inverters in an AC branch circuit, as displayed on the unit label.

Single Micro-Inverters

4. Install a protective end cap on the open AC connector of the last Micro-Inverter in the AC branch circuit.

Single Micro-Inverters Dual Micro-Inverters

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5. Connect the AC mains cable to the last Micro-Inverter.

Connect the AC Mains cable to the last Micro-Inverter in the string. Ensure a click is heard as connectors engage. For APS Micro-Inverters, twist to engage.

Single Micro-Inverters Dual Micro-Inverters

NOTE: If you need to extend the length of AC Cable, please be sure to use the correct cable wire size (AWG) depending on distance of the last Micro-Inverter to the connection point and the number of Micro-Inverters in the branch, as shown in the table below. Please be aware, the longer the cable run, the greater the power loss.

Follow the instructions outlined below to connect the APS Mains cable to your extension cable, using a connection box, or similar (supplied upon request).

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WIRING THE SOLAR TO THE EXISITING MAINS CIRCUIT

1. Wire the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit to the mains circuit, and wire in your Solar Mains Cable.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION – FOR YOUR PROTECTION

Before installation please read these instructions carefully and use the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit in accordance with these safety wiring instructions.

In older houses, you may find a variety of old fuse boxes where the mains supply comes in. You may also have wiring and fittings of an older style. These may not be up to the standard required today. If this is the case, have it all checked and tested by a professional electrician BEFORE carrying out any work on it. Some old installations may now be dangerous.

Electricity is dangerous. Always disconnect from mains supply before any inspection or repair to equipment. Safety must always be given top priority. Do not allow children to tamper with electrical devices.

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE IET WIRING REGULATIONS.

You must NOT install the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit in the following locations as set out by Part P:

(a) within a room containing a bath or shower, the space surrounding a bath tap or shower head, where the space extends —

(i) vertically from the finished floor level to —

(aa) a height of 2.25 metres; or

(bb) the position of the shower head where it is attached to a wall or ceiling at a point higher than 2.25 metres from that level; and

(ii) horizontally —

(aa) where there is a bath tub or shower tray, from the edge of the bathtub or shower tray to a distance of 0.6 metres; or

(bb) where there is no bath tub or shower tray, from the centre point of the shower head where it is attached to the wall or ceiling to a distance of 1.2 metres; or

(b) a room containing a swimming pool or sauna heater.

As an additional precaution, wear rubber-soled shoes. This will provide a measure of insulation between you and the ground!

IF YOU ARE NOT ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN ABOUT ANY ASPECT OF ELECTRICAL WORK, SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

1.1. Switch off the power and remove the fuse for the relevant circuit before carrying out any work, or inspecting, either it, or the appliances connected to it. Never inspect, or carry out work on, any part of the system with the power on. Make sure that power cannot be inadvertently restored by someone else.

1.2. Use a voltage tester to check the power to the wires or connections are off before touching them.

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1.3. Once the power is disconnected, wire the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit using the following instructions.

Wire Identification (if in doubt consult a qualified electrician)

EARTH – Green and Yellow Sleeving

LIVE – Red or Brown

NEUTRAL – Blue or Black a) If using the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit to replace an old socket (or similar), note the cable connections and wire up the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit the same way as the replaced item, with earthing as stated in these instructions. b) Route the cable through the appropriate entry point of the mounting box (this is usually at the rear). c) Cables should be prepared so sufficient conductor length reaches the terminals. Strip the ends of the individual conductors so that an adequate length enters the terminals. d) Carefully arrange the wiring to lie along the edges of the product or box, keeping the central area clear. e) Wire the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit using the following diagram (a larger version can be found in Appendix 1): f) When connecting the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit ensure that only the bare end of the wire enters the terminal, and no bare wires are visible. Always tighten the terminal screws, but don’t over tighten. An earth connection should always be made between the mounting box earth terminal and the fused connection unit terminal. If the earth wire is bare, it must be sleeved with appropriate green/yellow sleeving. g) If you are in any doubt about connecting this product consult a qualified electrician.

1.4. Wiring insulation tests should be completed to avoid misleading instrument readings and possible internal damage to the unit. Check your work thoroughly before restoring power to the circuit. If you are not certain, seek professional advice.

1.5. Once power has been restored, your Plug-In Solar kit will be feeding FREE electricity into your mains circuit.

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ISOLATION/ISOLATOR REQUIREMENTS

Under G83/2 requirements, it must be possible to isolate a Plug-In Solar kit from the from the

DNO’s Distribution System. This is the function of the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit.

The Plug-In Solar Connection Unit, is a double pole Switched Fused Connection Unit, that adheres to British Standard BS1363-4, and offers on load isolation from the grid.

G83/2 regulations also state that the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit is lockable in the OFF position only. This ensures isolation under maintenance. The Fuse carrier of the Plug-In Solar

Connection Unit can be locked open (the OFF position), as per the image below, in order to meet this requirement (padlock not provided).

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PLACING WARNING LABELS

When installing a Plug-In Solar kit you must place labelling at the Plug-In Solar Connection

Unit, Existing Consumer Unit and at all points of isolation between the Plug-In Solar

Connection Unit and the Solar Panels within your premises. This is to indicate the presence of a Small Scale Embedded Generation installation (SSEG). The labelling should fixed in place to ensure that it remains legible and secure for the lifetime of the installation. The following labels must be used and have been provided with your Plug-In Solar kit.

Dual supply labelling should be placed at the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit between the PV system and Existing

Consumer Unit to indicate the presence of on-site generation and indicating the position of the main A.C switch disconnector.

An APS/Renesola Inverter should be labelled stating "Inverter - isolate A.C. and D.C. before carrying out work".

An AC isolator Label should be placed next to the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit and all other AC switches/disconnects (if applicable). ON and OFF positions should be clearly labelled.

To ensure the Fire and Rescue Service are aware that Solar is installed on the roof the following sign shall also be fitted next to the existing consumer unit in the building. You do not need this label for Ground Mount systems.

In addition to this safety labelling, you must also display an electrical schematic diagram next to the existing consumer unit in the property. You will have been provided with an electrical schematic diagram relevant to your kit, but can see an example in Appendix 2. Please note the diagram in Appendix 2 is non-prescriptive and is for illustrative purposes only.

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INSPECTING AND TESTING YOUR PLUG-IN SOLAR INSTALLATION

As part of the G83/2 on-site commissioning tests you shall carry out a functional check of the loss of mains protection, for example by removing the supply to the Plug-In Solar kit during operation and checking that the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit operates to disconnect the

Plug-In Solar Kit from the DNO’s Distribution System.

In the UK the installation of a Plug-In Solar Kit is considered non-notifiable electrical work under Part P of the Building Regulations 2013, as it is an alteration to an existing installation

(the mains grid).

“Regulation 12(6A) sets out electrical installation work that is notifiable. All other electrical installation work is not notifiable – namely additions and alterations to existing installations outside special locations, and replacements, repairs and maintenance anywhere.”

Installation of a non-notifiable Plug-In Solar kit should still be designed, installed, inspected, tested and certificated in accordance with BS 7671.

For more information on how to do this, you can find a copy of Part P building regulations here: http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/br/BR_PDF_AD_P_2013.pdf

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COMMISSIONING YOUR PLUG-IN SOLAR INSTALLATION

Once you have installed, inspected and tested your Plug-In Solar kit, it is a requirement that you complete and return a G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Form to your

District Network Operator (DNO) within 28 days.

Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) own and operate the distribution network of towers and cables that bring electricity from the national transmission network to homes and businesses. They don’t sell electricity to consumers; this is done by the electricity suppliers.

Informing the DNO of your installation allows them to manage the grid more effectively.

There are 9 different DNO’s across the UK, so you must make sure you submit your form to the correct DNO in your area. You can find your DNO by entering your postcode using this website: https://www.ssepd.co.uk/Whoismynetworkoperator/

Once you have identified your DNO you must download a G83/2 SSEG Installation

Commissioning Confirmation Form from their website (or request that they e-mail one to you).

Completing G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Form

An example G83/2 Commissioning Confirmation Form can be found in Appendix 1 of this

Installation Manual. Please note G83/2 forms differ between DNO’s, this is an example only.

The G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Form is relatively self-explanatory, however there are a number of sections that you must complete correctly:

SSEG Installation Address Details Section

SSEG Details Section

A Meter Point Administration Number, also

(MPAN), is a 21-digit reference used in the

UK to uniquely identify electricity supply points. You must correctly fill in your own

MPAN in this section of the form.

Your MPAN can be found on your electricity bill and often looks like the image on the left.

SSEG Installer Details Section

Within the SSEG Details section of the form, fill in the details of your installation.

The capacity will be the size of the Plug-In

Solar kit you purchased, i.e. 1kW. The

Primary Energy Source must always be filled as ‘Solar PV’. If you have any existing

SSEG’s (e.g. wind/solar) you must also declare these here.

As Plug-In Solar kits are DIY, self installed solar systems you should complete this section as the installer. In the

Accreditation/Qualification section you should fill this in as ‘N/A (Self-Installed)’, unless you have an appropriate accreditation. This section of the form also needs to be signed.

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Along with the completed G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Form, you must also supply the DNO with the following:

1. An electrical schematic diagram for your installation (A relevant electrical schematic diagram will be provided with your Plug-In Solar Kit). An example can be seen in Appendix 2.

2. A copy of the G83/2 SSEG Test Report Certificate for the Micro-Inverters (These can be found in Appendix 7 for APS Dual Micro-Inverters / Appendix 8 for Renesola Single Micro-Inverters)

3. A photograph of your existing electricity meter (be sure to include the make and model of the meter)

Email/Fax/Post the information above to your DNO using the contact supplied on the

Commissioning Form. Do not send it to Plug-In Solar; we cannot apply to the DNO on your behalf.

When the DNO has received your form and it has been processed, you will get a confirmation email/letter to say it has been accepted.

Notifying the DNO of changes to a Plug-In Solar kit

If during the lifetime of the Plug-In Solar kit it is necessary to replace a major component of the Plug-In Solar kit, it is only necessary to notify the DNO if the operating characteristics of the Plug-In Solar kit or the Plug-In Solar Connection Unit have been altered when compared against the unit that was originally commissioned.

Notifying the DNO of the decommissioning of a Plug-In Solar kit

In the event that a Plug-In Solar kit is to be decommissioned and will no longer operate as a source of electrical energy in parallel with the DNO’s Distribution System, you must notify the

DNO by completing a G83/2 SSEG Decommissioning Confirmation Form. Please contact your

DNO for a copy of this form.

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COMPLETING YOUR WARRANTY CARD

In order to fulfill the requirements of the manufacturers, you must complete Warranty Cards for the Micro-Inverters, which provide system information and installation maps to APS and

Renesola respectively. These can be found in Appendices 7 and 8.

The Solar Panels and Mounting system also have individual warranties, which will be provided with your Plug-In Solar kit.

Each Micro-Inverter has serial number labels affixed. Once the inverters are installed, please peel one of the labels off each Micro-Inverter and affix them to the warranty card.

Fill in the warranty card with each of the labels according to the layout on the roof/ground.

For APS Micro-Inverters, fill the warranty card and email to APS at [email protected]

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For Renesola Micro-Inverters, complete the warranty card and email to Renesola at [email protected]

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If you have a purchased an online monitoring system, please refer to the User Manual provided with this guide for detailed instructions on how to install it correctly, and use these installation maps to set it up.

APS Micro-Inverters

Renesola Micro-Inverters

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APPENDIX 1. PLUG-IN SOLAR CONNECTION UNIT – WIRING DIAGRAM

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE IET WIRING REGULATIONS.

IF YOU ARE NOT ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN ABOUT ANY ASPECT OF ELECTRICAL WORK, SEEK

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

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APPENDIX 2. EXAMPLE G83/2 SSEG INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING CONFIRMATION FORM

Please note, G83/2 SSEG Installation Commissioning Confirmation Forms differ between

DNO’s and this may not look like the form you receive. This is non-prescriptive and is for illustrative purposes only.

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APPENDIX 3. EXAMPLE ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

This is non-prescriptive and is for illustrative purposes only.

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APPENDIX 4. TROUBLESHOOTING APS DUAL MICRO-INVERTERS

Status Indications and Error Reporting

Startup LED

When DC power is first applied to the Micro-Inverter: Three short green blinks indicate a successful Micro-Inverter startup.

Operation LED

Flashing Slow Green (10s gap) - Producing power and communicating with ECU

Flashing Fast Green (2s gap) – Producing power and not communicating with ECU

Flashing Red – Not producing power

GFDI Error

A solid red LED indicates the Micro-Inverter has detected a ground fault (GFDI) error in the PV system. Unless the GFDI error has been cleared, the LED will remain red and the ECU will keep reporting the fault.

After the ground fault error is fixed, follow the instructions in the ECU Installation and

Operation Manual to clear this GFDI error reporting.

Non-Operating Micro-Inverters

1. To troubleshoot a non-operating APS Micro-Inverter, follow the steps below in order:

2. Check the connection to the utility grid. Verify utility power is present at the inverter in question by removing AC, then DC power. Never disconnect the DC wires while the

Micro-Inverter is producing power. Re-connect the DC module connectors and watch for three short green LED flashes.

3. Check the AC branch circuit interconnection between all the Micro-Inverters. Verify each micro-inverter is energised by the utility grid as described in the previous step.

4. Make sure that any AC breakers are functioning properly and are closed.

5. Check the DC connections between the Micro-Inverter and the PV module.

6. If the problem persists, please contact APS Energy customer support on 0031-10-2582670 or email [email protected]. DO NOT attempt to repair the APS Micro-Inverter. If troubleshooting methods fail, please return the Micro-Inverter to your distributor for replacement.

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APPENDIX 5. TROUBLESHOOTING RENESOLA SINGLE MICRO-INVERTERS

Status Indications and Error Reporting

LED Colour: Red

The Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B is powered on when sufficient DC voltage from the module is applied. The status LED will start flashing after sufficient DC power is applied as an indication that the Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B is live.

Status: Standby

The LED light is on for 2 seconds, and off for 2 seconds.

Status: Producing Power

The LED light is on for 1 second, and off for 1 second.

The LED light is on for 0.5 second, and off for 0.5 second.

Status: Producing Power and Communication with MRG

The LED light is on for 0.5 second, and off for 0.5 seconds

Error report: AC or DC fault

The LED light is on for 4 seconds, and off for 4 seconds.

Error report: GFDI fault

The LED light stays on.

Non-Operating Micro-Inverters

To troubleshoot an inoperable Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B, follow the steps in the order shown:

1. Check the connection to the utility grid. Verify that the voltage and frequency are within the allowable ranges shown in the label of the Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B.

2. Verify utility power is present at the Micro-Inverter in question by removing AC, the DC power. Never disconnect the DC wires while the Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B is producing power. Re-connect the DC module connectors, and then watch for the LED blinks.

3. Check the AC branch circuit interconnection between all the Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B’s.

Verify that each Micro-Inverter is energised by the utility grid as described in the previous step.

4. Make sure that any AC disconnects are functioning properly and closed.

5. Verify the PV module DC voltage is within the allowable range shown in the label of the

Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B.

6. Check the DC connections between the Replus-250/ Replus-250A/B and the PV Module.

7. If the problem persists, please contact ReneSola customer support on +44 (0)207 340 8681

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APS Microinverter &Energy Communication Unit

Warranty Card

The APS Installation Map is a diagram of the physical location of each microinverter in your PV installation. Each APS microinverter has a removable serial number label located on the mounting plate. Peel the label and affix it to the respective location on the APS installation map.

Installation Map Template

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To register your APS microinverter, please mail this warranty registration card to: [email protected]

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INFORMATION

Functional Warranty TRIC Racking Systems

Material and Workmanship

Wagner & Co guarantees functionality and durability of the TRIC racking system components as well as that they are free of material and production faults, provided they were installed, used and maintained according to the prescribed conditions and instructions.

Wagner & Co grants this warranty for a period of ten years after the date of sale to a retailer or installer.

No damages occurred during transportation, storage and operation.

Any warranty entitlements granted will not extend the overall guarantee period of 10 years. Replaced parts or products will become property of Wagner & Co.

Entitlements

The value of potential warranty entitlements is limited to the net purchase price of the products.

In a warranty case Wagner & Co will decide on either replacing or repairing the faulty product or reimbursing the purchase price.

There are no additional liabilities or warranty entitlements.

In particular Wagner & Co is not liable for:

Warranty Claim

For any potential warranty claim you immediately have to contact the retailer or installer where you obtained the racking systems. The retailer/installer will explain the required further steps.

You have to make your warranty claim in writing and send it in together with a proof of purchase and a description of the fault.

Otherwise our current general business conditions apply.

Costs of new installations and extensions,

Appraisal and testing costs,

Packaging and shipping costs as well as

Foregone profits

Cölbe, Germany, February 2012

All liability is excluded for damage caused by severe weather or force majeur.

Limitations and Conditions

Potential warranty entitlements are limited to the prescribed period of this guarantee. In order to secure potential warranty entitlements the following conditions apply:

The mounting racks were thoroughly installed observing the installation manuals, layout plans and structural calculations.

For the design and installation of the system the codes, regulations and technical standards applicable at the time of the installation have been observed.

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Wagner & Co · Zimmermannstraße 12 · D-35091 Cölbe ·

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(06421) 80 07-0 · Fax 80 07-22 · www.wagner-solar.com

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Key Features

  • Adjustable mounting angle
  • Easy to install
  • Secure and durable
  • Suitable for ground-mounted solar systems

Frequently Answers and Questions

What is the maximum panel size the kit can support?
The maximum panel size the kit can support will depend on the specific model of the kit. You can find this information in the product specifications or by contacting the manufacturer.
What type of surface can the kit be installed on?
The kit can be installed on a variety of surfaces, including concrete, gravel, and grass. You will need to ensure the surface is level and stable before installation.
Does the kit come with ballasts?
The kit does not come with ballasts. You will need to purchase ballasts separately to ensure the kit is securely anchored to the ground, especially in high wind areas.
How do I adjust the mounting angle?
The mounting angle can be adjusted by loosening the screws on the adjustable arms. You can then move the arms to your desired angle and tighten the screws.

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