Crown Micro NOVA 8.2K
Crown Micro NOVA 8.2K
Crown Micro NOVA 8.2K
8.2KW
Hybrid Inverter
Version: 1.3
Table of Contents
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................ 1
Scope ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Features ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
Basic System Architecture ............................................................................................................................... 2
Product Overview............................................................................................................................................. 3
Unpacking and Inspection ............................................................................................................................... 4
Preparation ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
Mounting the Unit ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Battery Connection .......................................................................................................................................... 5
AC Input/Output Connection ............................................................................................................................ 6
PV Connection ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Final Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 10
Communication Connection ........................................................................................................................... 10
Dry Contact Signal ......................................................................................................................................... 11
OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 12
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 45
Clearance and Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 45
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 47
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Purpose
This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of this unit. Please read
this manual carefully before installations and operations. Keep this manual for future reference.
Scope
This manual provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep
this manual for future reference.
1. Before using the unit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries and all
appropriate sections of this manual.
2. CAUTION – To reduce risk of injury, charge only deep-cycle lead acid type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
3. Do not disassemble the unit. Take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required.
Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
4. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect all wirings before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off the unit will not reduce this risk.
5. CAUTION – Only qualified personnel can install this device with battery.
6. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
7. For optimum operation of this inverter/charger, please follow required spec to select appropriate cable
size. It’s very important to correctly operate this inverter/charger.
8. Be very cautious when working with metal tools on or around batteries. A potential risk exists to drop
a tool to spark or short circuit batteries or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
9. Please strictly follow installation procedure when you want to disconnect AC or DC terminals. Please
refer to INSTALLATION section of this manual for the details.
10. Fuses are provided as over-current protection for the battery supply.
11. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -This inverter/charger should be connected to a permanent grounded
wiring system. Be sure to comply with local requirements and regulation to install this inverter.
12. NEVER cause AC output and DC input short circuited. Do NOT connect to the mains when DC input
short circuits.
13. Warning!! Only qualified service persons are able to service this device. If errors still persist after
following troubleshooting table, please send this inverter/charger back to local dealer or service
center for maintenance.
14. WARNING: Because this inverter is non-isolated, only three types of PV modules are acceptable:
single crystalline, poly crystalline with class A-rated and CIGS modules. To avoid any malfunction, do
not connect any PV modules with possible current leakage to the inverter. For example, grounded PV
modules will cause current leakage to the inverter. When using CIGS modules, please be sure NO
grounding.
15. CAUTION: It’s required to use PV junction box with surge protection. Otherwise, it will cause
damage on inverter when lightning occurs on PV modules.
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INTRODUCTION
This is a multi-function inverter, combining functions of inverter, solar charger and battery charger to offer
uninterruptible power support in a single package. The comprehensive LCD display offers user-configurable
and easy-accessible button operations such as battery charging current, AC or solar charging priority, and
acceptable input voltage based on different applications.
Features
Pure sine wave inverter
Customizable status LED ring with RGB lights
Touchable button with 5” colored LCD
Built-in Wi-Fi for mobile monitoring (APP is required)
Supports USB On-the-Go function
Built-in anti-dusk kit
Reserved communication ports for BMS (RS485, CAN-BUS, RS232)
Configurable input voltage ranges for home appliances and personal computers via LCD control panel
Configurable output usage timer and prioritization
Configurable charger source priority via LCD control panel
Configurable battery charging current based on applications via LCD control panel
Compatible to utility mains or generator power
This inverter can power various appliances in home or office environment, including motor-type appliances
such as tube light, fan, refrigerator and air conditioners.
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Product Overview
1. RGB LED ring (refer to LCD Setting section for the details)
2. LCD display
3. Touchable function keys
4. Power switch
5. PV connectors
6. AC input connectors
7. AC output connectors (Load connection)
8. Battery connectors
9. Current sharing port
10. Parallel communication port
11. Dry contact
12. USB port as USB communication port and USB function port
13. RS-232 communication port
14. BMS communication port: CAN, RS-485 or RS-232
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INSTALLATION
Preparation
Before connecting all wirings, please take off bottom cover by removing five screws. When removing the
bottom cover, be carefully to remove three cables as shown below.
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Install the unit by screwing four screws. It’s recommended to use M4 or M5 screws.
Battery Connection
CAUTION: For safety operation and regulation compliance, it’s requested to install a separate DC over-current
protector or disconnect device between battery and inverter. It may not be requested to have a disconnect
device in some applications, however, it’s still requested to have over-current protection installed. Please refer
to typical amperage in below table as required fuse or breaker size.
Ring terminal:
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WARNING: Shock Hazard
Installation must be performed with care due to high battery voltage in series.
CAUTION!! Do not place anything between the flat part of the inverter terminal and the ring
terminal. Otherwise, overheating may occur.
CAUTION!! Do not apply anti-oxidant substance on the terminals before terminals are connected
tightly.
CAUTION!! Before making the final DC connection or closing DC breaker/disconnector, be sure
positive (+) must be connected to positive (+) and negative (-) must be connected to negative
(-).
AC Input/Output Connection
CAUTION!! Before connecting to AC input power source, please install a separate AC breaker between
inverter and AC input power source. This will ensure the inverter can be securely disconnected during
maintenance and fully protected from over current of AC input.
CAUTION!! There are two terminal blocks with “IN” and “OUT” markings. Please do NOT mis-connect input
and output connectors.
WARNING! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use appropriate cable for AC
input connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper recommended cable size as below.
Suggested cable requirement for AC wires
Model Gauge Torque Value
8.2KW 8 AWG 1.4~ 1.6Nm
2. Remove insulation sleeve 10mm for six conductors. And shorten phase L and neutral conductor N 3 mm.
3. Fix two cable glands into input and output sides.
4. Insert AC input wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten the terminal screws.
Be sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first.
→Ground (yellow-green)
L→LINE (brown or black)
N→Neutral (blue)
WARNING:
Be sure that AC power source is disconnected before attempting to hardwire it to the unit.
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1. This inverter is equipped with dual-output. There are four terminals (L1/N1, L2/N2) available on output
port. It’s to set up through LCD program or monitoring software to turn on and off the second output.
Refer to “LCD setting” section for the details.
Before making wiring of second output, please remove knockout and install the cable gland first.
Insert AC output wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten terminal screws. Be
sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first.
→Ground (yellow-green)
L1→LINE (brown or black)
N1→Neutral (blue)
L2→LINE (brown or black)
N2→Neutral (blue)
CAUTION: Important
Be sure to connect AC wires with correct polarity. If L and N wires are connected reversely, it may cause
utility short-circuited when these inverters are worked in parallel operation.
CAUTION: Appliances such as air conditioner requires at least 2~3 minutes to restart because it’s required
to have enough time to balance refrigerant gas inside of circuits. If a power shortage occurs and recovers
in a short time, it will cause damage to your connected appliances. To prevent this kind of damage, please
check manufacturer of air conditioner if it’s equipped with time-delay function before installation. Otherwise,
this inverter/charger will be trigger overload fault and cut off output to protect your appliance but sometimes
it still causes internal damage to the air conditioner.
PV Connection
CAUTION: Before connecting to PV modules, please install separately DC circuit breakers between inverter
and PV modules.
NOTE1: Please use 600VDC/30A circuit breaker.
NOTE2: The overvoltage category of the PV input is II.
Please follow the steps below to implement PV module connection:
WARNING: Because this inverter is non-isolated, only three types of PV modules are acceptable: single
crystalline and poly crystalline with class A-rated and CIGS modules.
To avoid any malfunction, do not connect any PV modules with possible current leakage to the inverter. For
example, grounded PV modules will cause current leakage to the inverter. When using CIGS modules, please
be sure NO grounding.
CAUTION: It’s required to use PV junction box with surge protection. Otherwise, it will cause damage on
inverter when lightning occurs on PV modules.
Step 1: Check the input voltage of PV array modules. This system is applied with two strings of PV array.
Please make sure that the maximum current load of each PV input connector is 18A.
CAUTION: Exceeding the maximum input voltage can destroy the unit!! Check the system before wire connection.
Step 2: Disconnect the circuit breaker and switch off the DC switch.
Step 3: Assemble provided PV connectors with PV modules by the following steps.
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Components for PV connectors and Tools:
Female connector housing
Female terminal
Male terminal
Insert striped cable into female terminal and crimp female terminal as shown below.
Insert striped cable into male terminal and crimp male terminal as shown below.
Then, use spanner to screw pressure dome tightly to female connector and male connector as shown below.
Step 4: Check correct polarity of connection cable from PV modules and PV input connectors. Then, connect
positive pole (+) of connection cable to positive pole (+) of PV input connector. Connect negative pole (-) of
connection cable to negative pole (-) of PV input connector.
WARNING! For safety and efficiency, it's very important to use appropriate cables for PV module connection.
To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper cable size as recommended below.
Conductor cross-section (mm2) AWG no.
4~6 10~12
CAUTION: Never directly touch the terminals of inverter. It might cause lethal electric shock.
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Recommended Panel Configuration
When selecting proper PV modules, please be sure to consider the following parameters:
1. Open circuit Voltage (Voc) of PV modules not to exceed maximum PV array open circuit voltage of the
inverter.
2. Open circuit Voltage (Voc) of PV modules should be higher than the start-up voltage.
INVERTER MODEL 8.2KW
Max. PV Array Power 10000W
Max. PV Array Open Circuit Voltage 500Vdc
PV Array MPPT Voltage Range 90Vdc~450Vdc
Start-up Voltage (Voc) 80Vdc
Take the 555Wp PV module as an example. After considering above two parameters, the recommended module
configurations are listed in the table below.
Solar Panel Spec. SOLAR INPUT 1 SOLAR INPUT 2
(reference) Q'ty of Total Input
Min in series: 3pcs, per input
- 555Wp panels Power
- Imp: 17.32A Max. in series: 10pcs, per input
- Voc: 38.46Vdc 3pcs in series x 3pcs 1665W
- Isc: 18.33A x 3pcs in series 3pcs 1665W
- Cells: 110 7pcs in series x 7pcs 3885W
x 7pcs in series 7pcs 3885W
10pcs in series
x 10pcs 5550W
(for 11KW MODEL )
10pcs in series
x 10pcs 5550W
(for 11KW MODEL )
7pcs in series 7pcs in series 14pcs 7770W
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9pcs in series 9pcs in series 18pcs 9990W
Final Assembly
After connecting all wirings, re-connect three cables and then put bottom cover back by screwing five screws
as shown below.
Communication Connection
Follow below chart to connect all communication wiring.
RS-232 communication
to PC
USB communication to
PC
BMS communication
Serial Connection
Please use the supplied serial cable to connect between the inverter and your PC. Install the monitoring software
from the bundled CD and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your installation. For detailed software
operation, refer to the software user manual on the bundled CD.
Wi-Fi Connection
This unit is equipped with a Wi-Fi transmitter. Wi-Fi transmitter can enable wireless communication between
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off-grid inverters and monitoring platform. Users can access and control the monitored inverter with
downloaded APP. You may find “Crown Monitor” app from the Apple® Store or Google® Play Store. All data
loggers and parameters are saved in iCloud. For quick installation and operation, please refer to Appendix III -
The Wi-Fi Operation Guide for details.
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OPERATION
Power ON/OFF
Once the unit has been properly installed and the batteries are connected well, simply press On/Off switch
(located on the display panel) to turn on the unit.
LCD display
Power switch
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LCD Display Icons
Battery Information
Indicates battery level by 0-24%, 25-49%, 50-74% and 75-100% in battery
mode and charging status in line mode.
When battery is charging, it will present battery charging status.
Status Battery voltage LCD Display
<2V/cell 4 bars will flash in turns.
The right bar will be on and the other three bars will
2 ~ 2.083V/cell
flash in turns.
C.C. mode The right two bars will be on and the other two bars will
2.083 ~ 2.167V/cell
C.V. mode flash in turns.
The right three bars will be on and the left bar will
> 2.167 V/cell
flash.
Floating mode. Batteries are fully charged. 4 bars will be on.
In battery mode, it will present battery capacity.
Load Percentage Battery Voltage LCD Display
< 1.85V/cell
1.85V/cell ~ 1.933V/cell
Load >50%
1.933V/cell ~ 2.017V/cell
> 2.017V/cell
< 1.892V/cell
1.892V/cell ~ 1.975V/cell
Load < 50%
1.975V/cell ~ 2.058V/cell
> 2.058V/cell
Load Information
Indicates overload.
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Charger Source Priority Setting Display
Indicates setting program 16 “Charger source priority” is selected as
“Solar first”.
Indicates setting program 16 “Charger source priority” is selected as
“Solar and Utility”.
Indicates setting program 16 “Charger source priority” is selected as
“Solar only”.
Output source priority setting display
Indicate the output voltage, load in VA, and load in Watt and output
frequency.
The ICON flashing indicates the unit with AC output and setting
programs 60, 61 or 62 different from default setting.
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Indicates Wi-Fi transmission is working.
LCD Setting
General Setting
After pressing and holding “ ” button for 3 seconds, the unit will enter the Setup Mode. Press “ ” or “ ”
button to select setting programs. Press “ ” button to confirm you selection or “ ” button to exit.
Setting Programs:
Program Description Selectable option
Escape
Solar first
Solar energy provides power to the
loads as first priority.
If solar energy is not sufficient to
power all connected loads, Utility
Output source priority:
energy will supply power to the
01 To configure load power
loads at the same time.
source priority
Solar energy provides power to
the loads as first priority.
SBU priority If solar energy is not sufficient to
power all connected loads, battery
energy will supply power to the
loads at the same time.
Utility provides power to the loads
only when battery voltage drops
to either low-level warning
voltage or the setting point in
program 12.
Maximum charging current: 60A (default)
To configure total charging
current for solar and utility Setting range is from 10A to
02 chargers. 150A. Increment of each click is
(Max. charging current = 10A.
utility charging current +
solar charging current)
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Appliances (default) If selected, acceptable AC input
voltage range will be within 90-
280VAC.
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LIb-protocol compatible Select “ LIb” if using Lithium
battery battery compatible to Lib protocol.
If selected, programs of 02, 26,
27 and 29 will be automatically
set up. No need for further
setting.
05 Battery type
3rd party Lithium battery Select “LIC” if using Lithium
battery not listed above. If
selected, programs of 02, 26, 27
and 29 will be automatically set
up. No need for further setting.
Please contact the battery
supplier for installation procedure.
Restart disable (default) Restart enable
09 Output frequency
10 Output voltage
240V
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Maximum utility charging
current 30A (default)
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Solar and Utility (default) Solar energy and utility will
charge battery at the same time.
Charger source priority: Only Solar Solar energy will be the only
16 To configure charger charger source no matter utility is
source priority available or not.
18 Alarm control
20 Backlight control
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Alarm on (default) Alarm off
Overload bypass:
When enabled, the unit
23 will transfer to line mode
if overload occurs in
battery mode.
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When the inverter is operated in 3-phase application, set up
inverter to be operated in specific phase.
L1 phase: L2 phase:
AC output mode
*This setting is only
28 available when the
inverter is in standby
mode (Switch off). L3 phase:
30 Battery equalization
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60min (default) Setting range is from 5min to
900min. Increment of each click
is 5min.
33 Battery equalized time
Equalization activated
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immediately
If equalization function is enabled in program 30, this program can
be set up. If “Enable” is selected in this program, it’s to activate
battery equalization immediately and LCD main page will show
“ ”. If “Disable” is selected, it will cancel equalization function
until next activated equalization time arrives based on program 35
setting. At this time, “ ” will not be shown in LCD main page.
Not reset(Default) Reset
Solar feeds to the grid disable Solar feeds to the grid enable
(default)
Solar energy feeds to the
grid
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(It’s requested to enter
password)
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Disable (Default) If selected, battery discharge
protection is disabled.
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Enable (default) Disable
3 minutes 5 minutes
30 minutes 60 minutes
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For day setting, the range is
from 1 to 31.
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High
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Load percentage. LED lighting portion will be changed
by load percentage.
If “Solid on” is selected in #94, LED
ring will light up with background
color setting in #96.
If “Power wheel” is selected in #94,
LED ring will light up in 4 levels.
If “cycling” or “chasing” is selected
in #94, LED ring will light up in 12
Data Presentation of data levels.
color Energy source(Grid-PV-
*Energy source (Grid-PV- Battery) If selected, the LED color will be
Battery) and battery background color setting in #96 in
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charge/discharge status AC mode. If PV power is active, the
only available when RGB LED color will be data color setting
LED effects is set to Solid in #97. If the remaining status occur,
on. the LED color will be set in #98.
Battery charge/discharge
status
If selected, the LED color will be
background color setting in #96 in
battery charging status. The LED
color will be data color setting in
#97 in battery discharging status.
Pink Orange
Yellow Green
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Purple Other: If selected, the background
color is set by RGB via software.
Pink Orange
Yellow Green
Pink Orange
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Blue Sky blue (Default)
99
29
Solar first Sloar and utility
100
Only solar
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Press “ ” button to select “Yes” to export data log. “YES”
will disappear after this action is complete. Then, press “ ”
button to return to main screen.
Or press “ ” button to select “No” to return to main
screen.
If no button is pressed for 1 minute, it will automatically return to main screen.
Error message:
Error Code Messages
No USB disk is detected.
If any error occurs, error code will only show 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, it will automatically return to
display screen.
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LCD Display
The LCD display information will be switched in turn by pressing the “ ” or “ ” button. The selectable
information is switched as the following table in order.
Selectable information LCD display
Input Voltage=230V, Input frequency=50Hz
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Battery voltage=53.9V, Floating charging voltage=54.0V,
Charging current=1A
Default
Display
Screen
Output voltage=230V, Output frequency=50Hz
L1 output voltage/output
frequency, load in VA, load in
Watt, L2 output voltage/output Load in VA=2.4kVA, Output frequency=50Hz
frequency switch every 5 second
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Load in Watt=2.4kW, Output frequency=50Hz
L1 output voltage/output
frequency, load in VA, load in
Watt, L2 output voltage/output
frequency switch every 5 second
Default
Display
Screen 2nd output is off.
L2 output voltage=0, L2 output frequency=0 Hz
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Real date Dec 14, 2020.
Default
Display Real date.
Screen
Real time.
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PV energy generation this year =88.8kWh.
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Load output energy this year =88.8kWh.
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Wi-Fi version 00088.88.
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Operating Mode Description
Operation mode Description LCD display
Charging by utility and PV energy.
Charging by utility.
Standby mode
Note:
*Standby mode: The No output is supplied
inverter is not turned on by the unit but it still
yet but at this time, the can charge batteries.
inverter can charge battery
without AC output. Charging by PV energy.
No charging.
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Operation mode Description LCD display
Grid is available.
Fault mode
PV power is available.
Note:
*Fault mode: Errors are
No charging at all no
caused by inside circuit
matter if grid or PV
error or external reasons
power is available.
such as over temperature,
output short circuited and
so on.
No charging.
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Operation mode Description LCD display
If “SUB” (solar first) is selected as output source
priority and solar energy is not sufficient to provide the
load, solar energy and the utility will provide the loads
and charge the battery at the same time.
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Operation mode Description LCD display
PV energy will supply power to the loads and charge
battery at the same time. No utility is available.
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Faults Reference Code
Fault Code Fault Event Icon on
02 Over temperature
10 PV over current
11 PV over voltage
51 Over current
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Warning Indicator
Warning
Warning Event Audible Alarm Icon flashing
Code
Beep three times every
01 Fan is locked when inverter is on.
second
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CLEARANCE AND MAINTENANCE FOR ANTI-DUST KIT
Overview
Every inverter is already installed with anti-dusk kit from factory. This kit keeps dusk from your inverter and
increases product reliability in harsh environment.
Step 2: Then, dustproof case can be removed and take out air filter foam as shown in below chart.
Step 3: Clean air filter foam and dustproof case. After clearance, re-assemble the dust-kit back to the inverter.
NOTICE: The anti-dust kit should be cleaned from dust every one month.
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BATTERY EQUALIZATION
Equalization function is added into charge controller. It reverses the buildup of negative chemical effects like
stratification, a condition where acid concentration is greater at the bottom of the battery than at the top.
Equalization also helps to remove sulfate crystals that might have built up on the plates. If left unchecked, this
condition, called sulfation, will reduce the overall capacity of the battery. Therefore, it’s recommended to
equalize battery periodically.
When to Equalize
In float stage, when the setting equalization interval (battery equalization cycle) is arrived, or equalization is
active immediately, the controller will start to enter Equalize stage.
However, in Equalize stage, when battery equalized time is expired and battery voltage doesn’t rise to battery
equalization voltage point, the charge controller will extend the battery equalized time until battery voltage
achieves battery equalization voltage. If battery voltage is still lower than battery equalization voltage when
battery equalized timeout setting is over, the charge controller will stop equalization and return to float stage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1 Line Mode Specifications
MODEL 8.2KW
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Table 2 Inverter Mode Specifications
MODEL 8.2KW
THDV <5% for linear load,<10% for non-linear load @ nominal voltage
DC Offset ≦100mV
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Table 3 Charge Mode Specifications
Utility Charging Mode
MODEL 8.2KW
Charging Current (UPS)
150A
@ Nominal Input Voltage
Flooded
58.4Vdc
Bulk Charging Battery
Voltage AGM / Gel
56.4Vdc
Battery
Floating Charging Voltage 54Vdc
Overcharge Protection 63Vdc
Charging Algorithm 3-Step
2.43Vdc (2.35Vdc)
Voltage
2.25Vdc
100%
Charging Curve
50%
Current
Time
Bulk Absorption Maintenance
(Constant Current) (Constant Voltage) (Floating)
Solar Input
MODEL 8.2KW
Rated Power 10000W
Max. PV Array Open Circuit
500Vdc
Voltage
PV Array MPPT Voltage Range 90Vdc~450Vdc
Max. Input Current 18A x 2
Start-up Voltage 80V +/- 5Vdc
PV Current
18A
Power Limitation 9A
MPPT temperature
75° 85°
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Table 4 General Specifications
MODEL 8.2KW
Safety Certification CE
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to 50°C
Storage temperature -15°C~ 60°C
Humidity 5% to 95% Relative Humidity (Non-condensing)
Dimension
147.4x 432.5 x 553.6
(D*W*H), mm
Net Weight, kg 18.4
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem LCD/LED/Buzzer Explanation / Possible cause What to do
Unit shuts down LCD/LEDs and buzzer
automatically will be active for 3 The battery voltage is too low 1. Re-charge battery.
during startup seconds and then (<1.91V/Cell) 2. Replace battery.
process. complete off.
1. The battery voltage is far too 1. Check if batteries and the
No response after low. (<1.4V/Cell) wiring are connected well.
No indication.
power on. 2. Battery polarity is connected 2. Re-charge battery.
reversed. 3. Replace battery.
Input voltage is
Check if AC breaker is tripped
displayed as 0 on the
Input protector is tripped and AC wiring is connected
LCD and green LED
well.
is flashing.
1. Check if AC wires are too
Mains exist but the
thin and/or too long.
unit works in
Green LED is Insufficient quality of AC power. 2. Check if generator (if
battery mode.
flashing. (Shore or Generator) applied) is working well or if
input voltage range setting is
correct. (UPSAppliance)
Green LED is Set “Solar First” as the priority of Change output source
flashing. output source. priority to Utility first.
When the unit is
turned on, internal LCD display and Check if battery wires are
Battery is disconnected.
relay is switched on LEDs are flashing connected well.
and off repeatedly.
Reduce the connected load
Overload error. The inverter is
Fault code 07 by switching off some
overload 110% and time is up.
equipment.
Check if wiring is connected
Fault code 05 Output short circuited. well and remove abnormal
load.
Check whether the air flow of
Internal temperature of inverter the unit is blocked or
Fault code 02
component is over 100°C. whether the ambient
temperature is too high.
Battery is over-charged. Return to repair center.
Fault code 03 Check if spec and quantity of
Buzzer beeps The battery voltage is too high. batteries are meet
continuously and requirements.
red LED is on. Fault code 01 Fan fault Replace the fan.
Output abnormal (Inverter 1. Reduce the connected
Fault code 06/58 voltage below than 190Vac or is load.
higher than 260Vac) 2. Return to repair center
Fault code
Internal components failed. Return to repair center.
08/09/53/57
Fault code 51 Over current or surge.
Restart the unit, if the error
Fault code 52 Bus voltage is too low. happens again, please return
to repair center.
Fault code 55 Output voltage is unbalanced.
If the battery is connected
Battery is not connected well or
Fault code 56 well, please return to repair
fuse is burnt.
center.
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Appendix I: Parallel function
1. Introduction
This inverter can be used in parallel with two different operation modes.
1. Parallel operation in single phase is with up to 6 units. The supported maximum output power is
49.2KW/49.2KVA.
2. Maximum six units work together to support three-phase equipment. Maximum four units support one
phase.
NOTE: For proper air circulation to dissipate heat, allow a clearance of approx. 20 cm to the side and approx.
50 cm above and below the unit. Be sure to install each unit in the same level.
3. Wiring Connection
WARNING: It’s REQUIRED to connect battery for parallel operation.
The cable size of each inverter is shown as below:
Recommended battery cable and terminal size for each inverter:
Ring Terminal Ring terminal:
Torque
Model Wire Size Cable mm2 Dimensions
value
D (mm) L (mm)
8.2KW 1*2/0AWG 67.4 8.4 47 5 Nm
WARNING: Be sure the length of all battery cables is the same. Otherwise, there
will be voltage difference between inverter and battery to cause parallel inverters
not working.
Recommended AC input and output cable size for each inverter:
Model AWG no. Torque
8.2KW 8 AWG 1.4~ 1.6 Nm
You need to connect the cables of each inverter together. Take the battery cables for example: You need to
use a connector or bus-bar as a joint to connect the battery cables together, and then connect to the battery
terminal. The cable size used from joint to battery should be X times cable size in the tables above. “X”
indicates the number of inverters connected in parallel.
Regarding AC input and output, please also follow the same principle.
CAUTION!! Please install the breaker at the battery and AC input side. This will ensure the inverter can be
securely disconnected during maintenance and fully protected from over current of battery or AC input.
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Recommended breaker specification of battery for each inverter:
Model 1 unit*
8.2KW 250A/70VDC
*If you want to use only one breaker at the battery side for the whole system, the rating of the breaker
should be X times current of 1 unit. “X” indicates the number of inverters connected in parallel.
Recommended breaker specification of AC input with single phase:
Model 2 units 3 units 4 units 5 units 6 units
8.2KW 120A/230VAC 180A/230VAC 240A/230VAC 300A/230VAC 360A/230VAC
Note 1: Also, you can use 60A breaker with only 1 unit and install one breaker at its AC input in each
inverter.
Note 2: Regarding three-phase system, you can use 4-pole breaker directly and the rating of the breaker
should be compatible with the phase current limitation from the phase with maximum units
Recommended battery capacity
Inverter parallel numbers 2 3 4 5 6
Battery Capacity 200AH 400AH 400AH 600AH 600AH
WARNING! Be sure that all inverters will share the same battery bank. Otherwise, the inverters will transfer
to fault mode.
Communication Connection
1 2
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Three inverters in parallel:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
1 2 3
Communication Connection
1 2 3 4
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Five inverters in parallel:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
1 2 3 4 5
Communication Connection
1 2 3 4 5 6
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4-2. Support 3-phase equipment
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4 5 6
Four inverters in one phase and one inverter for the other two phases:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4 5 6
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Three inverters in one phase, two inverters in second phase and one inverter for the third phase:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4 5 6
Three inverters in one phase and only one inverter for the remaining two phases:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4 5
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Two inverters in two phases and only one inverter for the remaining phase:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4 5
Two inverters in one phase and only one inverter for the remaining phases:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3 4
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One inverter in each phase:
Power Connection
Communication Connection
P1 P2 P3
1 2 3
WARNING: Do not connect the current sharing cable between the inverters which are in different phases.
Otherwise, it may damage the inverters.
5. PV Connection
Please refer to user manual of single unit for PV Connection.
CAUTION: Each inverter should connect to PV modules separately.
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6. LCD Setting and Display
Setting Program:
Program Description Selectable option
Single
80 CAN fault
81 Host loss
82 Synchronization loss
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Code Reference:
HS Master unit
SL Slave unit
7. Commissioning
Step 2: Turn on each unit and set “PAL” in LCD setting program 28 of each unit. And then shut down all
units.
NOET: It’s necessary to turn off switch when setting LCD program. Otherwise, the setting cannot be
programmed.
Step 4: Switch on all AC breakers of Line wires in AC input. It’s better to have all inverters connect to utility at
the same time. If not, it will display fault 82 in following-order inverters. However, these inverters will
automatically restart. If detecting AC connection, they will work normally.
LCD display in Master unit LCD display in Slave unit
Step 5: If there is no more fault alarm, the parallel system is completely installed.
Step 6: Please switch on all breakers of Line wires in load side. This system will start to provide power to the
load.
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Support three-phase equipment
Step 1: Check the following requirements before commissioning:
Correct wire connection
Ensure all breakers in Line wires of load side are open and each Neutral wires of each unit are
connected together.
Step 2: Turn on all units and configure LCD program 28 as P1, P2 and P3 sequentially. And then shut down
all units.
NOET: It’s necessary to turn off switch when setting LCD program. Otherwise, the setting cannot be
programmed.
Step 3: Turn on all units sequentially.
LCD display in L1-phase unit LCD display in L2-phase unit LCD display in L3-phase unit
Step 4: Switch on all AC breakers of Line wires in AC input. If AC connection is detected and three phases are
matched with unit setting, they will work normally. Otherwise, the AC icon will flash and they will not
work in line mode.
LCD display in L1-phase unit LCD display in L2-phase unit LCD display in L3-phase unit
Step 5: If there is no more fault alarm, the system to support 3-phase equipment is completely installed.
Step 6: Please switch on all breakers of Line wires in load side. This system will start to provide power to the
load.
Note 1: To avoid overload occurring, before turning on breakers in load side, it’s better to have whole system
in operation first.
Note 2: Transfer time for this operation exists. Power interruption may happen to critical devices, which
cannot bear transfer time.
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8. Trouble shooting
Situation
Fault Fault Event Solution
Code Description
1. Restart the inverter.
2. Check if L/N cables are not connected reversely in all inverters.
3. For parallel system in single phase, make sure the sharing are
Current feedback into
connected in all inverters.
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For supporting three-phase system, make sure the sharing cables are
detected.
connected in the inverters in the same phase, and disconnected in
the inverters in different phases.
4. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
1. Update all inverter firmware to the same version.
2. Check the version of each inverter via LCD setting and make sure the
The firmware version
CPU versions are same. If not, please contact your instraller to
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provide the firmware to update.
the same.
3. After updating, if the problem still remains, please contact your
installer.
The output current of
1. Check if sharing cables are connected well and restart the inverter.
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2. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
different.
80 CAN data loss
1. Check if communication cables are connected well and restart the
81 Host data loss
inverter.
Synchronization data
82 2. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
loss
1. Make sure all inverters share same groups of batteries together.
2. Remove all loads and disconnect AC input and PV input. Then, check
The battery voltage of battery voltage of all inverters. If the values from all inverters are
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the same. same material type. Otherwise, please contact your installer to
provide SOP to calibrate battery voltage of each inverter.
3. If the problem still remains, please contact your installer.
1. Check the utility wiring conncetion and restart the inverter.
AC input voltage and 2. Make sure utility starts up at same time. If there are breakers
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detected different. can be turned on AC input at same time.
3. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
1. Restart the inverter.
2. Remove some excessive loads and re-check load information from
AC output current
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unbalance
and output cables are in the same length and material type.
3. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
1. Switch off the inverter and check LCD setting #28.
2. For parallel system in single phase, make sure no 3P1, 3P2 or 3P3 is
AC output mode set on #28.
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setting is different. For upporting three-phase system, make sure no “PAL” is set on
#28.
3. If the problem remains, please contact your installer.
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Appendix II: BMS Communication Installation
1. Introduction
If connecting to lithium battery, it is recommended to purchase a custom-made RJ45 communication cable.
Please check with your dealer or integrator for details.
This custom-made RJ45 communication cable delivers information and signal between lithium battery and the
inverter. These information are listed below:
Re-configure charging voltage, charging current and battery discharge cut-off voltage according to the
lithium battery parameters.
Have the inverter start or stop charging according to the status of lithium battery.
ID switch
ID switch
ID Switch indicates the unique ID code for each battery module. It's required to assign a unique ID to each
battery module for normal operation. We can set up the ID code for each battery module by rotating the PIN
number on the ID switch. From number 0 to 9, the number can be random; no particular order. Maximum 10
battery modules can be operated in parallel.
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PYLONTECH
①Dip Switch: There are 4 Dip Switches that sets different baud rate and battery group address. If switch
position is turned to the “OFF” position, it means “0”. If switch position is turned to the “ON” position, it means
“1”.
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4. Installation and Operation
LIO-4810-150A/ESS LIO-I 4810
After ID no. is assigned for each battery module, please set up LCD panel in inverter and install the wiring
connection as following steps.
Step 1: Use supplied RJ11 signal cable to connect into the extension port ( P1 or P2 ).
Step 2: Use supplied RJ45 cable (from battery module package) to connect inverter and Lithium battery.
* For multiple battery connection, please check battery manual for the details.
Step 3: Turn the breaker switch “ON". Now, the battery module is ready for DC output.
Step 4: Press Power on/off button on battery module for 5 secs, the battery module will start up.
*If the manual button cannot be approached, just simply turn on the inverter module. The battery module will
be automatically turned on.
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Step 5: Turn on the inverter.
If communication between the inverter and battery is successful, the battery icon on LCD display will
flash. Generally speaking, it will take longer than 1 minute to establish communication.
PYLONTECH
After configuration, please install LCD panel with inverter and Lithium battery with the following steps.
Step 1. Use custom-made RJ45 cable to connect inverter and Lithium battery.
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Step 2. Switch on Lithium battery.
Step 3. Press more than three seconds to start Lithium battery, power output ready.
If communication between the inverter and battery is successful, the battery icon on LCD display will
flash. Generally speaking, it will take longer than 1 minute to establish communication.
Active Function
This function is to activate lithium battery automatically while commissioning. After battery wiring and
commissioning is successfully, if battery is not detected, the inverter will automatically activate battery if the
inverter is powered on.
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4. LCD Display Information
Press “ ” or “ ” button to switch LCD display information. It will show battery pack and battery group
number before “Main CPU version checking” as shown below.
Selectable information LCD display
Battery pack numbers & Battery Battery pack numbers = 3, battery group numbers = 1
group numbers
5. Code Reference
Related information code will be displayed on LCD screen. Please check inverter LCD screen for the operation.
Code Description
If battery status is not allowed to charge and discharge after the communication
between the inverter and battery is successful, it will show code 60 to stop
charging and discharging battery.
Communication lost (only available when the battery type is not setting as “AGM”,
“Flooded” or “User-Defined”.)
After battery is connected, communication signal is not detected for 3
minutes, buzzer will beep. After 10 minutes, inverter will stop charging and
discharging to lithium battery.
Communication lost occurs after the inverter and battery is connected
successfully, buzzer beeps immediately.
Internal communication failure in batteries.
If battery status is not allowed to charge after the communication between the
inverter and battery is successful, it will show code 69 to stop charging battery.
If battery status must to be charged after the communication between the inverter
and battery is successful, it will show code 70 to charge battery.
If battery status is not allowed to discharge after the communication between the
inverter and battery is successful, it will show code 71 to stop discharging battery.
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Appendix III: The Wi-Fi Operation Guide
1. Introduction
Wi-Fi module can enable wireless communication between off-grid inverters and monitoring platform.
Users have complete and remote monitoring and controlling experience for inverters when combining Wi-
Fi module with Crown Monitor App, available for both iOS and Android based device. All data loggers and
parameters are saved in iCloud.
The major functions of this APP:
Delivers device status during normal operation.
Allows to configure device setting after installation.
Notifies users when a warning or alarm occurs.
Allows users to query inverter history data.
User may Download "Crown Monitor " app from Apple Store or Google Play Store.
After the installation, please tap the shortcut icon to access this APP on your mobile screen. In the
Home screen of App, tap "Register" to access "User Registration" page. Fill in your phone number then
Crown Monitor App send OTP (One time password) to your Number. Verify your phone number by entering
OTP.
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Then Registration window will pop up. Fill in all your Relevant Information and Tap "Register" icon to continue
to other settings.
How to Connect?
1. Enter the phone system Settings WLAN
2. Select the Same Wi-Fi Module PN to connect
3. After the connection is successful, return to the App for network configuration
Go to "WLAN Settings" of phone and select connected Wi-Fi name. The connected Wi-Fi name is the same to
your Wi-Fi Module PN number and enter default password "12345678".
Then Return to “Crown Monitor App” and tap button, when Wi-Fi module is connected
successfully.
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Step 3: Wi-Fi Network Settings:
Tap STA SET to select your local Wi-Fi Router name SSID (to access the Internet) and enter password.
Step 4:
Tap "APPLY" to complete the Wi-Fi configuration between the Wi-Fi module and the Internet.
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Step 5: Login Successful
After Successful Login, User can access "Dashboard" page to Monitor currently Running devices.
User can Monitor overall situation and Energy information for Current power and Today power as below diagram.
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