User Manual

KH/KA SERIES

In order to prevent improper operation before use, please carefully read this manual.
 Table of Contents
1. Notes on This Manual ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Scope of Validity ....................................................................................................................1
1.2 Target Group ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Symbols Used ........................................................................................................................1
2. Safety .............................................................................................................................................2
2.1 Appropriate Usage ................................................................................................................ 2
2.2 PE Connection and Leakage Current .................................................................................... 3
2.3 Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) for PV Installation .............................................................4
3. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1 Basic Features ....................................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 5
3.3 Terminals of inverter .............................................................................................................6
4. Technical Data ..............................................................................................................................7
4.1 PV Input (For KH Only) ..........................................................................................................7
4.2 Battery ...................................................................................................................................7
4.3 AC Output/Input ................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 EPS Output ............................................................................................................................ 8
4.5 Efficiency, Protection, Power consumption and Standard ................................................... 8
4.6 General Data ......................................................................................................................... 9
5. Installation ...................................................................................................................................10
5.1 Check for Physical Damage .................................................................................................10
5.2 Packing List ..........................................................................................................................10
5.3 Mounting ............................................................................................................................ 11
6. Electrical Connection ................................................................................................................ 14
6.1 PV Connection (For KH Only) ..............................................................................................14
6.2 Battery Connection .............................................................................................................16
6.3 AC Connection .................................................................................................................... 17
6.4 Earth Connection ................................................................................................................ 20
6.5 Electrical Connection .......................................................................................................... 21
6.6 EPS Connection (Non-parallel State) .................................................................................. 31
6.7 System Connection Diagrams ............................................................................................. 33
7. Firmware Upgrading ..................................................................................................................34
8. Operation .................................................................................................................................... 35
8.1 Control Panel .......................................................................................................................35
8.2 Function Tree ...................................................................................................................... 36
9. Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 37
9.1 Alarm List ............................................................................................................................ 37
9.2 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance .......................................................................43
10. Decommissioning .................................................................................................................... 44
10.1 Dismantling the Inverter ...................................................................................................44
10.2 Packaging .......................................................................................................................... 44
10.3 Storage and Transportation .............................................................................................. 44
1. Notes on This Manual
1.1 Scope of Validity
This manual describes the assembly, installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of
the following model(s) of Fox ESS products:
KH7, KH8, KH9, KH10, KH10.5
KA7, KA8, KA9, KA10, KA10.5
Note: Please keep this manual where it will be accessible at all times.

1.2 Target Group

This manual is for qualified electricians. The tasks described in this manual only can be performed by
qualified electricians.

1.3 Symbols Used

The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described
below:
Danger!
“Danger” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

Warning!
“Warning” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

Caution!
“Caution” indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.

Note!
“Note” provides important tips and guidance.

This section explains the symbols shown on the inverter and on the type label:

Symbols Explanation

Symbol Explanation CE mark. The inverter complies with the requirements of the
applicable CE guidelines.

This mark indicates compound UK product safety certification requirements.

Beware of hot surface. The inverter can become hot during operation. Avoid contact
during operation.

Danger of high voltages.

Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter!

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 Danger.
Risk of electric shock!

Danger to life due to high voltage.

There is residual voltage in the inverter which needs 5 min to discharge.
Wait 5 min before you open the upper lid or the DC lid.

Read the manual.

Product should not be disposed as household waste.

PE conductor terminal.

2. Safety
2.1 Appropriate Usage
KH/KA series inverters are designed and tested in accordance with international safety requirements.
However, certain safety precautions must be taken when installing and operating this inverter. The
installer must read and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings in this installation manual.
- All operations including transport, installation, start-up and maintenance, must be carried out by
qualified, trained personnel.
- The electrical installation & maintenance of the inverter shall be conducted by a licensed
electrician and shall comply with local wiring rules and regulations.
- Before installation, check the unit to ensure it is free of any transport or handling damage, which
could affect insulation integrity or safety clearances. Choose the installation location carefully
and adhere to specified cooling requirements. Unauthorized removal of necessary protections,
improper use, incorrect installation and operation may lead to serious safety and shock hazards
or equipment damage.
- Before connecting the inverter to the power distribution grid, contact the local power distribution
grid company to get appropriate approvals. This connection must be made only by qualified
technical personnel.
- Do not install the equipment in adverse environmental conditions such as in close proximity to
flammable or explosive substances; in a corrosive or desert environment; where there is
exposure to extreme high or low temperatures; or where humidity is high.
- Do not use the equipment when the safety devices do not work or are disabled.
- Use personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection during the installation.
- Inform the manufacturer about non-standard installation conditions.
- Do not use the equipment if any operating anomalies are found. Avoid temporary repairs.
- All repairs should be carried out using only approved spare parts, which must be installed in
accordance with their intended use and by a licensed contractor or authorized Fox ESS service
representative.

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 - Liabilities arising from commercial components are delegated to their respective manufacturers.
- Any time the inverter has been disconnected from the public network, please be extremely
cautious as some components can retain charge sufficient to create a shock hazard. Prior to
touching any part of the inverter please ensure surfaces and equipment are under touch safe
temperatures and voltage potentials before proceeding.

2.2 PE Connection and Leakage Current

PV System Residual Current Factors
- In every PV installation, several elements contribute to the current leakage to protective earth (PE).
these elements can be divided into two main types.
- Capacitive discharge current - Discharge current is generated mainly by the parasitic capacitance of
the PV modules to PE. The module type, the environmental conditions (rain, humidity) and even the
distance of the modules from the roof can effect the discharge current. Other factors that may
contribute to the parasitic capacitance are the inverter’s internal capacitance to PE and external
protection elements such as lighting protection.
- During operation, the DC bus is connected to the alternating current grid via the inverter. Thus, a
portion of the alternating voltage amplitude arrives at the DC bus. The fluctuating voltage constantly
changes the charge state of the parasitic PV capacitor (i.e capacitance to PE). This is associated
with a displacement current, which is proportional to the capacitance and the applied voltage
amplitude.
- Residual current - if there is a fault, such as defective insulation, where an energized cable comes
into contact with a grounded person, an additional current flows, known as a residual current.
Residual Current Device (RCD)
- All Fox ESS inverters incorporate a certified internal RCD (Residual Current Device) to protect
against possible electrocution in case of a malfunction of the PV array, cables or inverter (DC). The
RCD in the Fox ESS inverter can detect leakage on the DC side. There are 2 trip thresholds for the
RCD as required by the DIN VDE 0126-1-1 standard. A low threshold is used to protect against
rapid changes in leakage typical of direct contact by people. A higher threshold is used for slowly
rising leakage currents, to limit the current in grounding conductors for the safety. The default value
for higher speed personal protection is 30mA, and 300mA per unit for lower speed fire safety.
Installation and Selection of an External RCD device
- An external RCD is required in some countries. The installer must check which type of RCD is
required by the specific local electric codes. Installation of an RCD must always be conducted in
accordance with local codes and standards. Fox ESS recommends the use of a type-A RCD.
Unless a lower value is required by the specific local electric codes, Fox ESS suggests an RCD
value between 100mA and 300mA.
- In installations where the local electric code requires an RCD with a lower leakage setting, the
discharge current might result in nuisance tripping of the external RCD. The following steps are
recommended to avoid nuisance tripping of the external RCD:
1. Selecting the appropriate RCD is important for correct operation of the installation. An RCD with a
rating of 30mA may actually trip at a leakage as 15mA (according to IEC 61008). High quality RCDs will
typically trip at a value closer to their rating.
2. Configure the trip current of the inverter’ internal RCD to a lower value than the trip current of the
external RCD. The internal RCD will trip if the current is higher than the allowed current, but because the
internal inverter RCD automatically resets when the residual currents are low it saves the manual reset.

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2.3 Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) for PV Installation
WARNING!
Over-voltage protection with surge arresters should be provided when the PV power system is installed.
The grid connected inverter is not fitted with SPDs in both PV input side and mains side.
Lightning will cause damage either from a direct strike or from surges due to a nearby strike.

Induced surges are the most likely cause of lightning damage in majority or installations, especially in
rural areas where electricity is usually provided by long overhead lines. Surges may impact on both the
PV array conduction and the AC cables leading to the building. Specialists in lightning protection should
be consulted during the end use application. Using appropriate external lightning protection, the effect of
a direct lightning strike into a building can be mitigated in a controlled way, and the lightning current can
be discharged into the ground.

Installation of SPDs to protect the inverter against mechanical damage and excessive stress include a
surge arrester in case of a building with external lightning protection system (LPS) when separation
distance is kept. To protect the DC system, surge suppression device (SPD type2) should be fitted at the
inverter end of the DC cabling and at the array located between the inverter and the PV generator, if the
voltage protection level (VP) of the surge arresters is greater than 1100V, an additional SPD type 3 is
required for surge protection for electrical devices.
To protect the AC system, surge suppression devices (SPD type2) should be fitted at the main incoming
point of AC supply (at the consumer’s cutout), located between the inverter and the meter/distribution
system; SPD (test impulse D1) for signal line according to EN 61632-1. All DC cables should be installed
to provide as short a run as possible, and positive and negative cables of the string or main DC supply
should be bundled together.
Avoiding the creation of loops in the system. This requirement for short runs and bundling includes any
associated earth bundling conductors. Spark gap devices are not suitable to be used in DC circuits once
conducting; they won’t stop conducting until the voltage across their terminals is typically below 30 volts.

3. Introduction
3.1 Basic Features
KH/KA series are high-quality inverters which can convert solar energy to AC energy and store energy
into battery. The inverter can be used to optimize self-consumption, store in the battery for future use or
feed-in to public grid. Work mode depends on PV energy and user’s preference.

• System advantages:
- Advanced DSP control technology.
- Utilizes the latest high-efficiency power component.
- Advanced anti-islanding solutions.
- IP65 protection level.
- Max. Efficiency up to 97.8%. EU efficiency up to 97.4%. THD<3%.
- Safety & Reliability: Transformerless design with software and hardware protection.
- Export limitation (CT/Meter/DRM0/ESTOP).
- Power factor regulation. Friendly HMI.

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- LED status indications.
- LCD display technical data, human-machine interaction through four touch keys.
- PC remote control.

• Work modes:
Work modes Description
Priority: load>battery>grid
Self-use The energy produced by the PV system is used to optimize
(with PV Power) self-consumption. The excess energy is used to charge the batteries,
then exported to gird.
Self-use When no PV supplied, battery will discharge for local loads firstly, and
(without PV Power) grid will supply power when the battery capacity is not enough.

Priority: load>grid>battery
In the case of the external generator, the power generated will be used
Feed in priority
to supply the local loads firstly, then export to the public grid. The
redundant power will charge the battery.
When the grid is off, system will supply emergency power from PV or
EPS mode
battery to supply the home loads (Battery is necessary in EPS mode).

Note：Charging time is when the battery is charged within the set time range. The setting of charging time
can be used in the above three modes.

3.2 Dimensions

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3.3 Terminals of inverter

Item Description Item Description

A PV1 (For KH Only） I PARALLEL 1
B PV2 (For KH Only） J EPS
C PV3 (For KH Only） K GRID
PV4
D L PARALLEL 2
(For KH 9-10.5 Only）
E Battery Connector M DRM
F BMS N Meter/CT/RS485
DC Switch
G WiFi / 4G /USB O
(For KH Only）
H Waterproof Lock Valve P Grounding Screw
Note: Only authorized personnel are permitted to set the connection.

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4. Technical Data
4.1 PV Input (For KH Only)
Model KH7 KH8 KH9 KH10 KH10.5
PV
Max. recommended DC power [W] 10500 12000 13500 15000 15000
Max. DC voltage [V] 600 600 600 600 600
Nominal DC operating voltage [V] 360 360 360 360 360

Max. input current [A] 16/16/16* 16/16/16/16

Max. short circuit current [A] 20/20/20 20/20/20/20
MPPT voltage range [V] 80-500 80-500 80-500 80-500 80-500
Start-up voltage [V] 75 75 75 75 75
No. of MPP trackers 3 3 4 4 4
Strings per MPP tracker 1 1 1 1 1
Max. inverter backfeed current to
0
the array

DC disconnection switch Optional

Note: * represents the maximum generating power of each pv string is limited to 3300 watts.

4.2 Battery

KH7 KH8 KH9 KH10 KH10.5

Battery
KA7 KA8 KA9 KA10 KA10.5

Battery Type Li-lon

Battery voltage range [V] 85-480
Recommended battery voltage [V] 300VDC
Max. Charge/ discharge current [A] 50
Communication interfaces CAN/RS485
Reverse connect protection YES

4.3 AC Output/Input
KH7 KH8 KH9 KH10 KH10.5
Model
KA7 KA8 KA9 KA10 KA10.5
AC OUTPUT
Nominal AC power [VA] 7000 8000 9000 10000 10500
Max. apparent AC power [VA] 7700 8800 9900 10500 10500
Rated grid voltage
220/230/240 (180 to 270)
(AC voltage range) [V]
Rated grid frequency [Hz] 50 / 60, ±5
Nominal AC current [A] 30.4 34.8 39.1 43.5 45.7
Max. AC current [A] 33.5 38.3 43.0 45.7 47.7
Inrush current [A] 9.6A@50us

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Max. output fault current [A] 130A@10us
Max. output over-current protection
91.4
[A]
Displacement power factor 0.8 leading to 0.8 lagging
Total harmonic distortion(THDi,
<3%
rated power)
AC INPUT
Max. AC power [VA] 14000 16000 18000 18000 18000
Rated grid voltage
220/230/240 (180 to 270)
(AC voltage range) [V]
Rated grid frequency [Hz] 50 / 60, ±5

Max. AC current [A] 60.9 69.6 78.3 78.3 78.3

4.4 EPS Output

KH7 KH8 KH9 KH10 KH10.5

Model
KA7 KA8 KA9 KA10 KA10.5

EPS OUTPUT (WITH BATTERY)

Max. apparent AC Power [VA] 7000 8000 9000 10000 10500
EPS rated voltage[V] 220/230/240
EPS rated frequency[Hz] 50/60
Max. EPS current [A] 31.8 36.4 40.9 45.5 47.7
EPS peak power [W] 10000, 60s 12000,60s
Switch time [s] <20ms
Total harmonic distortion (THDv,
<2%
linear Load)
Parallel operation Yes @max10PCS

4.5 Efficiency, Protection, Power consumption and Standard

KH7 KH8 KH9 KH10 KH10.5
Model
KA7 KA8 KA9 KA10 KA10.5
EFFICIENCY
MPPT efficiency 99.90% 99.90% 99.90% 99.90% 99.90%
Euro-efficiency 97.40% 97.40% 97.40% 97.40% 97.40%
Max. Efficiency 97.80% 97.80% 97.80% 97.80% 97.80%
Max. Battery charge efficiency(PV to
98.50% 98.50% 98.50% 98.50% 98.50%
BAT)(@full load)
Max. Battery charge/discharge
97.00% 97.00% 97.00% 97.00% 97.00%
efficiency (BAT to AC)(@full load)
PROTECTION
PV reverse polarity protection YES
Battery reverse protection YES
Anti-islanding protection YES
Output short protection YES

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Leakage current protection YES
Insulation Resistor Detection YES
Over-current protection
YES
/Over-temperature protection
Over voltage category III(AC side),II(DC side)
AC/DC surge protection Type II/Type II
AFCI protection optional
POWER CONSUMPATION
Standby consumption [W] (Idle) <15
STANDARD
Safety IEC62109-1/IEC62109-2/IEC62477-1
EMC EN 61000-6-1 / EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-3
Certification G99 /AS4777.2 / EN50549-1/ CEI 0-21 /NRS 097-2-1 and so on

4.6 General Data

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Dimensions (W*H*D) [mm] 450*527*208mm
Net weight/gross weight [kg] 29/33.5(KH), 26.4/30.9(KA)
Cooling concept Natural
Topology Non-isolated
Communication Meter (optional), WIFI,4G (optional), DRM, USB,CT,RS485
LCD display Backlight 16*4 character
ENVIRONMENT LIMIT
Installation wall-mounted
Ingress protection IP65 (for outdoor use)
Inverter operating temperature
-25…... +60 (derating at +45°C)
range [°C]
Storage/Operation relative humidity 0%-95% (without condensation)
Altitude [m] <2000
Protective class I
Storage temperature [°C] -40…… +70
ldle mode YES
Button Capacitive touch sensor *4
Buzzer 1, inside (EPS & Earth fault)

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 5. Installation
5.1 Check for Physical Damage
Make sure the inverter is intact during transportation. If there is any visible damage, such as cracks,
please contact your dealer immediately.
5.2 Packing List
Open the package and take out the product, please check the accessories first. The packing list shown
as below.

A B C D

E F G H

I J K L M

N O P Q
Object Quantity Description Object Quantity Description
A 1 Inverter J 1 WiFi/LAN/4G (Optional)
B 1 Bracket K 1 Meter (Optional)
PV connectors (Only for KH)
C 6/8 (3*positive, 3*negative) (KH 7-8) L 1 CT extension connector
(4*positive, 4*negative) (KH 9-10.5)
PV pin contacts (Only for KH)
D 6/8 (3*positive, 3*negative) (KH 7-8) M 3 Hexagonal screws
(4*positive, 4*negative) (KH 9-10.5)
Battery connectors
E 2 AC connectors (1*EPS, 1*GRID) N 2
(1*positive, 1*negative)
Expansion tubes & Battery pin contacts
F 6 O 2
Expansion screws (1*positive, 1*negative)

G 1 Earth terminal P 1 CT (with 10m cable)

H 1 Communication connector Q 1 RJ45

I 1 Quick installation guide

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5.3 Mounting
• Installation Precaution
Make sure the installation site meets the following conditions:
- Not in direct sunlight.
- Not in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
- Not in potential explosive areas.
- Not in the cool air directly.
- Not near the television antenna or antenna cable.
- Not higher than altitude of about 2000m above sea level.
- Not in environment of precipitation or humidity (> 95%).
- Under good ventilation condition.
- The ambient temperature in the range of -25°C to +60°C.
- The slope of the wall should be within +5*.
- The wall hanging the inverter should meet conditions below:
A. Solid brick/concrete, or strength equivalent mounting surface;
B. Inverter must be supported or strengthened if the wall's strength isn't enough (such as wooden wall,
the wall covered by thick layer of decoration).
Please avoid direct sunlight, rain exposure, snow laying up during installation and operation.

• Space Requirement

Position Min Distance

Left 500mm

Right 500mm

Top 500mm

Bottom 500mm

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• Mounting Steps
Tools required for installation:
- Manual wrench;
- Electric drill (drill bit set 8mm);
- Crimping pliers;
- Stripping pliers;
- Screwdriver.

1. Fix the bracket on the wall

- Choose the place you want to install the inverter. Place the bracket on the wall and mark the
position of the 6 holes from bracket.

- Drill holes with electric drill, make sure the holes are at least 50mm deep and 8mm wide, and then
tighten the expansion tubes.

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- Insert the expansion tubes into the holes and tighten them. Install the bracket with the expansion
screws.

2. Match the inverter with wall bracket

- Mount the inverter to the bracket. Secure the inverter with the M5 screw and washer.

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6. Electrical Connection
6.1 PV Connection (For KH Only)
Step 1: PV String Connection
KH series inverters can be connected with 4-strings of PV modules. Please select suitable PV modules
with high reliability and quality. Open circuit voltage of module array connected should be less than 600V,
and operating voltage should be within the MPPT voltage range.

Note!
Please choose a suitable external DC switch if the inverter does not have a built-in DC switch.

Warning!
PV module voltage is very high and within a dangerous voltage range, please comply with the
electric safety rules when connecting.

Warning!
Please do not make PV positive or negative to ground!

Note!
PV modules: Please ensure they are the same type, have the same output and specifications,
are aligned identically, and are tilted to the same angle. In order to save cable and reduce DC
loss, we recommend installing the inverter as near to the PV modules as possible.

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Step 2: PV Wiring
• Turn off the DC switch.
• Choose 12 AWG wire to connect the PV module.
• Trim 6mm of insulation from the wire end.

• Separate the DC connector (PV) as below.

Plug Pin contact cable nut

• Insert striped cable into pin contact and ensure all conductor strands are captured in the pin contact.
• Crimp pin contact by using a crimping plier. Put the pin contact with striped cable into the
corresponding crimping pliers and crimp the contact.

• Insert pin contact through the cable nut to assemble into back of the male or female plug. When you
feel or hear a “click” the pin contact assembly is seated correctly.

• Unlock the DC connector

- Use the specified wrench tool.
- When separating the DC + connector, push the tool down from the top.
- When separating the DC - connector, push the tool down from the bottom.
- Separate the connectors by hand.

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6.2 Battery Connection
• Choose 8 AWG wire to connect the battery.
• Trim 6mm of insulation from the wire end.

• Separate the DC connector (battery) as below.

Plug Pin contact cable nut

• Insert striped cable into pin contact and ensure all conductor strands are captured in the pin contact.
• Crimp pin contact by using a crimping plier. Put the pin contact with striped cable into the
corresponding crimping pliers and crimp the contact.

• Insert pin contact through the cable nut to assemble into back of the male or female plug. When you
feel or hear a “click” the pin contact assembly is seated correctly.

• Unlock the DC connector

- Use the specified wrench tool.
- When separating the DC + connector, push the tool down from the top.
- When separating the DC - connector, push the tool down from the bottom.
- Separate the connectors by hand.

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6.3 AC Connection
Step 1: AC String Connection

KH/KA series inverters are designed for single-phase grid. Per voltage range is 220/230/240V; frequency
is 50/60Hz. Other technical requests should comply with the requirement of the local public grid.

Power (kW) 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 10.5

Cable (ON-GRID) 13.0mm² 13.0mm² 13.0mm² 13.0mm² 13.0mm²
Cable (EPS) 8.0mm² 8.0mm² 8.0mm² 8.0mm² 8.0mm²
Micro-Breaker 100A 100A 100A 100A 100A

WARNING!
If you don’t use the EPS function or use on-grid power to charge the battery, the wiring
conduct core section can use 8-10mm². At the same time, you can choose 63A Micro-
Breaker.
A micro-breaker for max output over-current protection device shall be installed between
inverter and grid, and the current of the protection device is referred to the table above,
any load SHOULD NOT be connected with the inverter directly.

Step 2: AC Wiring

• Check the grid voltage and compare with the permitted voltage range (refer to technical data).
• Disconnect the circuit-breaker from all the phases and secure against re-connection.
• Trim the wires:
- Trim all the wires to 52.5mm and the PE wire to 55mm.
- Use the crimping pliers to trim 12mm of insulation from all wire ends as below.

L: Brown/Red Wire
N: Blue/Black Wire
PE: Yellow & Green Wire

Note: Please refer to local cable type and color for actual installation.

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A. GRID Wiring

• Separate the ON-GRID plug into three parts as below.

- Hold middle part of the female insert, rotate the back shell to loosen it, detach it from female inset.
- Remove the cable nut (with rubber insert) from the back shell.

• Slide the cable nut and then the back shell onto the cable.Install the cable into the plug terminal and
lock the screw, torque is (3.0+/-0.3 N.m).

• Push the threaded sleeve into the socket, tighten up the cap on the terminal.

• Push the threaded sleeve to connection terminal until both are locked tightly on the energy station.

• Remove the ON-GRID connector: Press the bayonet out of the slot with a small screwdriver or the
unlock tool and pull it out, or unscrew the threaded sleeve, then pull it out.

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B. EPS Wiring
• Set the parts on the cable one by one

• Wire crimping cord end terminal can be inserted into the housing quickly according to the sign ,
torque 0.7 +/- 0.1N·m.

• The housing is inserted into socket，then the unlock key is inserted into socket

• Insert Seal and Clamp Finger into socket ,then tighten the nut , torque 8+/-2N·m.

• Push the threaded sleeve to connection terminal until both are locked tightly on the inverter.

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6.4 Earth Connection
Trim 6mm of insulation from the wire end.

• Insert striped cable into earth terminal and ensure all conductor strands are captured in the earth
terminal.
• Crimp earth terminal by using a crimping plier. Put the earth terminal with striped cable into the
corresponding crimping pliers and crimp the contact.

Use the crimping pliers to press the ground cable into the ground terminal, screw the ground screw with
screwdriver as shown below:

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 6.5 Electrical Connection

A. Communication Device Installation (Optional)

KH/KA series inverters are available with multiple communication options such as WiFi, LAN, 4G, RS485
and Meter with an external device.
Operating information like output voltage, current, frequency, fault information, etc., can be monitored
locally or remotely via these interfaces.

• WiFi/LAN (Optional)/4G (Optional)

The inverter has an interface for WiFi/LAN/4G devices that allow this device to collect information from
inverter; including inverter working status, performance etc., and update that information to monitoring
platform (the WiFi/LAN/4G device is available to purchase from your local supplier).

Connection steps:
1. Plug the WiFi/LAN/4G device into “WiFi/LAN/4G” port at the bottom of the inverter.
2. For WiFi device: Connect the WiFi with the local router, and complete the WiFi configuration (please
refer to the WiFi product manual for more details).
3. Set-up the site account on the Fox ESS monitoring platform (please refer to the monitoring user
manual for more details).

• Meter/CT/RS485
The inverter has integrated export limitation functionality. To use this function, a power meter or a
CT must be installed. The PIN definitions of Meter/CT/485 interface are as below.

PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Definition Meter485A Meter485B 485B 485A CT2+ CT2- CT1- CT1+

Note:
• CT1: For KH/KA.
CT2: Grid tied inverter (if have).
• Compatible Meter type: DDSU666 (CHINT), SDM230 (EASTRON).
• CT

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This inverter has an integrated export management function. To enable this function, a power meter or
CT must be installed. The CT should be clamped on the main live line of the grid side. The arrow on the
CT should be pointing towards the grid. The white cable connects to CT+, and the black cable connects
to CT-.

Meter/CT setting:
Short press the touch key to switch display or make the number+1. Long press the touch key to confirm
your setting.
Settings Feature Parm Meter/CT

If there is another generator in the home, CT2 can be used to record the power generated by the
generator and transmit the data to the website for monitoring.

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 Note!
For a precise reading and control of power, a meter can be used instead of a CT. If
the CT is fitted in the wrong orientation, anti-backflow function will fail.

• RS485

RS485 is a standard communication interface which can transmit the real time data from inverter
to PC or other monitoring devices.

• Meter (optional)

The inverter has integrated export limitation functionality. To use this function, a power meter or a
CT must be installed. For Meter installation, please install it on the grid side.
Export limitation setting:

Settings On-Grid Parm Export Control xxxxxW

The electricity meter is connected as follows:

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Wiring diagram for solution Meter1+CT2:

Caution: Please do the wiring strictly according to the diagram below, do not exchange Meter1
and Meter2 location in following dual-meter wiring solution, or may lead to unpredictable
malfunction in data-recording. You can discern Meter1 or Meter2 from the package of the Meter.
Default Modbus address for Meter1 is 1, default Modbus address for Meter2 is 2.

Wiring diagram for solution Meter1+Meter2：

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 • BMS
Communication interface between inverter and battery is RS485 or CAN with a Rj45 connector.

PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Definition GND GND BMS-485B BMS-CANL BMS-CANH BMS-CANH BMS-CANL BMS-485A

Connection steps:
Step 1: Prepare a standard network cable and cable connector, then insert the network cable through the
cable connector.

Step 2: Crimp the cable with a Rj45 plug which is inside of the cable connector.

Step 3: Insert the cable connector into BMS port at the bottom of inverter and screw it tightly.

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• DRM

DRM0 setting

Settings Feature Parm DRM0 Enable/Disable

DRM is provided to support several demand response modes by emitting control signals as below.
Mode Requirement
DRM0 Operate the disconnection device.
DRM1 Do not consume power.
DRM2 Do not consume at more than 50% of rated power.
DRM3 Do not consume at more than 75% of rated power and source reactive power if capable.
DRM4 Increase power consumption (subject to constraints from other active DRMs).
DRM5 Do not generate power.
DRM6 Do not generate at more than 50% of rated power.
DRM7 Do not generate at more than 75% of rated power and sink reactive power if capable.
DRM8 Increase power generation (subject to constraints from other active DRMs).
Note: Currently only supports DRM0 function, other functions are under development.

DRM PIN Definition

PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Definition DRM1 DRM2 DRM3 DRM4 +3.3V DRM0 GND GND

Model Socket asserted by shorting pins Function

DRM0 5 6 Operate the disconnection device.
Connection steps:
Step 1: Screw this plate off from inverter.

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Step 2: Prepare a standard network cable and cable connector, then insert the network cable through the
cable connector.

Step 3: Insert the cable connector into PARALLEL 1/PARALLEL 2/DRM port at the bottom of inverter and
screw it tightly. Then insert other side of the network cable into PC or other device.

Note:
 Isolation Fault
This inverter complies with IEC 62109-2 clause 13.9 for earth fault alarm monitoring. If an Earth Fault
Alarm occurs, the fault code isolation fault will be displayed on the inverter screen and the RED LED
indicator will light up.
 Reactive Power Regulation for Voltage Variation (Volt-VAr Mode)
Details of how to enable this mode are contained in the “Advanced Configuration Guide”, which can be
accessed at our website at https://www.foxess.com.
 Power Derating for Voltage Variation (Volt-Watt Mode)
Details of how to enable this mode are contained in the “Advanced Configuration Guide”, which can be
accessed at our website at https://www.foxess.com.

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• On-Grid Parallel Connection/Off-Grid Parallel Connection

KH/KA series Inverter provides the parallel connection function which should make ten inverters
maximumly connected in one system when the grid is on. In this system, KH/KA series energy storage
machines support the most parallel applications to achieve the purpose of capacity expansion. The
following is an example of the wiring method of three parallel machines, using RJ45 network cable to
connect the Parallel port of three machines hand in hand by setting the Parallel parameter.Number
represents the number of parallel machines, for example, three machines in parallel can be written "3".
Address represents the CAN address of each machine, any three non-repeating values between 1 and
249 can be set.Only one meter needs to be connected in this system and communicate with the "Master
inverter", and all other slaver inverters communicate with "Master inverter" by CAN communication-
parallel connection.
Note: If multiple parallel machines are far apart and the network cable between Parallel port is too long,
you can put the terminal resistor in by dialing in the code and just set the first and last two devices to dial
in.
Parallel 1/2 are the ports used in parallel. The system diagram is as follows:

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 PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Parallel 1 E_STOP GND_COM / Parallel_CANH Parallel_CANL / GND_COM

Parallel 2 E_STOP GND_COM / Parallel_CANH Parallel_CANL / GND_COM

Note: Please confirm the software version, some software does not support the parallel function, you can
contact our service department.

 Wiring Operation and LCD Setting

Note: Please use the inverter that has the same firmware version for parallel connection to avoid
compatible issue.
Step1: Connect all inverters’ communication together by connecting network cables between CAN ports.
- Use standard CAT 7 network cables for CAN-CAN connection and CAT 5 cable for CAN-Meter
connection.
- Insert one side of CAT 7 cable into the first inverter's CAN port and the other side into the next inverter’s
CAN port.
- Insert one side of CAT 5 cable into the Meter port of meter, and the other side into the CAN 1 port the
first inverter or the CAN 2 port of the last inverter.

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Step2: Set the DIP switch (No need to set all inverter's DIP switch).
- Find the inverter with meter cable plugged.
- Push the white DIP switch to "ON" position (from down to up) by a suitable tweezers.

Step3: Find the inverter connected with the meter, then enter setting page of the inverter LCD display,
then click parallel. Set Address first and then set Number. The range of Address is 1-249 and the range of
Number is 2-8. address sets the id of the parallel machine, with a different value for each machine.
Number sets the number of parallel machines, with the same value for each machine.

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 How to exit from parallel system
If one inverter wants to exit from this parallel system, please follow the steps below:
if address is set to 250 and number is set to 8, the parallel mode is exited and the stand-alone mode is
entered.

6.6 EPS Connection (Non-parallel State)

A. EPS Wiring

Note：
1.When the grid power is off, ensure that the EPS load power is lower than the inverter's maximum output
power.

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B. Common loads description
Under EPS mode, if need to connect the inductive load on EPS port, please ensure that the
instantaneous power of the load at startup is lower than the maximum power of the EPS mode. Below
table shows some conventional and reasonable loads for you reference. Please refer to your loads’

*Unipolar load is not supported.

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6.7 System Connection Diagrams

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7. Firmware Upgrading
User can upgrade inverter's firmware via a U-disk.

• Safety check
Please ensure the inverter is steadily powered on.
Inverter must keep the battery on through whole procedure of upgrading. Please prepare a PC and make
sure the size of U-disk is under 32G, and the format is fat 16 or fat 32.
Caution!
Please DO NOT apply USB3.0 U-disk on inverter USB port, the inverter USB port only
support for USB2.0 U-disk.

• Upgrading steps:
Step 1: Please contact our service support to get the update files, and extract it into your U-disk as follow:
update/master/ K10_Master_Vx.xx.bin
update/slave/ K10_Slave_V.xx.bin
update/manager/ K10_Manager_Vx.xx.bin
Note: vx.xx is version number.
Warning: Make sure the directory is in accordance with above form strictly! Do not modify the program file
name, or it may cause the inverter not work anymore!
Step 2: Unscrew the waterproof lid and insert U-disk into the "USB" port at the bottom of the inverter.

Step 3: The LCD will show the selection menu. Then press up and down to select the one that you want
to upgrade and press "OK" to confirm to upgrade.
Step 4: After the upgrade is finished, pull out the U-disk. Screw the waterproof lid.

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8. Operation
8.1 Control Panel

Object Name Function

A LCD screen Display the information of the inverter.
B Red: The inverter is in fault mode.
C Indicator LED Blue: The inverter is normally connected to the battery.
D Green: The inverter is in normal state.
E Up button: Move cursor to upside or increase value.
F Down button: Move cursor to downside or decrease value.
Function button
G OK button: Confirm the selection.
H Return button: Return the previous operation.

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8.2 Function Tree
 Single machine operation mode

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9. Maintenance
This section contains information and procedures for solving possible problems with the Fox ESS
inverters and provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify and solve most problems that can occur.

9.1 Alarm List

Fault Code Solution

Grid is lost.
Grid Lost Fault • System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Grid voltage out of range.

Grid Volt Fault • System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Grid frequency out of range.

Grid Freq Fault • System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid voltage is out of range for the last 10 Minutes.

10min Volt Fault • System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Output current high detected by software.

SW Inv Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

DC component is out of limit in output current.

DCI Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Output current high detected by hardware.

HW Inv Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Bus voltage out of range detected by software.

SW Bus Vol Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Battery voltage fault.

Bat Volt Fault • Check if the battery input voltage is within the normal range.
• Or seek help from us.

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 Battery current high detected by software.
SW Bat Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The isolation is failed.

• Please check if the insulation of electric wires is damaged.
Iso Fault
• Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek for help from us.
The residual current is high.
• Please check if the insulation of electric wires is damaged.
Res Cur Fault
• Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek for help from us.

PV voltage out of range.

Pv Volt Fault • Please check the output voltage of PV panels.
• Or seek for help from us.

PV input current high detected by software.

SW Pv Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The inverter temperature is high.

• Please check if the environment temperature.
Temp Fault
• Wait for a while to check if back to normal.
• Or seek for help from us.
The ground connection is failed.
• Check the voltage of neutral and PE.
Ground Fault • Check AC wiring.
• Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Over load in on grid mode.

Over Load Fault • Please check if the load power exceeds the limit.
• Or seek for help from us.

Over load in off grid mode.

Eps Over Load • Please check if the eps load power exceeds the limit.
• Or seek for help from us.

The battery power is low.

Bat Power Low • Wait the battery to be recharged.
• Or seek for help from us.

Bus voltage out of range detected by hardware.

HW Bus Vol Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

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 PV input current high detected by hardware.
HW Pv Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Battery current high detected by hardware.

HW Bat Cur Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The communication between master and manager is fail.

SCI Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The communication between master and slave is fail.

MDSP SPI Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The master sample detection circuit is failed.

MDSP Smpl Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

Residual current detection device is failed.

Res Cur HW Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The inverter eeprom is fault.

Inv EEPROM Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The PV connection is reversed.

PvCon Dir Fault • Check if the positive pole and negative pole of PV are correctly connected.
• Or seek help from us.

The battery relay keeps open.

Bat Relay Open • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The battery relay keeps close.

Bat Relay Short
• Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
Circuit
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The battery buck circuit mosfet is fail.

Bat Buck Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The battery boost circuit mosfet is fail.

Bat Boost Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

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 The eps relay is failed.
Eps Relay Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The battery connection is reversed.

BatCon Dir Fault • Check if the positive pole and negative pole of battery are correctly connected.
• Or seek help from us.

The grid relay keeps open.

Main Relay Open • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid relay S1 keep close.

S1 Close Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid relay S2 keep close.

S2 Close Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid relay M1 keep close.

M1 Close Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid relay M2 keep close.

M2 Close Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid voltage sample value between master and slave is not consistent.
GridV Cons Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The grid frequency sample value between master and slave is not consistent.
GridF Cons Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The dci sample value between master and slave is not consistent.
Dci Cons Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The residual current sample value between master and slave is not consistent.
Rc Cons Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.
The communication between master and slave is fail.
RDSP SPI Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

The slave sample detection circuit is failed.

RDSP Smpl Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.

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 The manager eeprom is fault.
ARM EEPROM Fault • Disconnect PV, grid and battery, then reconnect.
• Or seek help from us, if not go back to normal state.
The communication between meter and Inverter is interrupted.
Meter Lost Fault • Check if the communication cable between meter and Inverter is correctly and
well connected.

The communication between BMS and Inverter is interrupted.

BMS Lost • Check if the communication cable between BMS and Inverter is correctly and
well connected.

The communication between BMS and Inverter is interrupted.

Bms Ext Fault • Check if the communication cable between BMS and Inverter is correctly and
well connected.
DIP switch at the wrong position;
The communication between battery packs is interrupted.
Bms Int Fault • Move the DIP switch to the correct position;
• Check if the communication cable between battery packs is correctly and well
connected.

Battery over voltage.

Bms Volt High
• Please contact our service department.

Battery under voltage.

Bms Volt Low
• Please contact our service department.

Battery charge over current.

Bms ChgCur High
• Please contact our service department.

Battery discharge over current.

Bms DchgCur High
• Please contact our service department.

Battery over temperature.

Bms Temp High
• Please contact our service department.

Battery under temperature.

Bms Temp Low
• Please contact our service department.

The capacities of cells are different.

BmsCellImbalance
• Please contact our service department.

Battery hardware under protection.

Bms HW Protect
• Please contact our service department.

Bms hardware circuit fault.

BmsCircuit Fault
• Please contact our service department.

Battery insulation fault.

Bms Insul Fault
• Please contact our service department.

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 Battery voltage sensor fault.
BmsVoltsSen Fault
• Please contact our service department.

Battery temperature sensor fault.

BmsTempSen Fault
• Please contact our service department.

Battery current sensor fault.

BmsCurSen Fault
• Please contact our service department.

Battery relay fault.

Bms Relay Fault
• Please contact our service department.

The capacity of battery packs is different.

Bms Type Unmatch
• Please contact our service department.

The software between slaves are different.

Bms Ver Unmatch
• Please contact our service department.

The cell manufacture is different.

Bms Mfg Unmatch
• Please contact our service department.

The slave software and hardware are not match.

Bms SwHw Unmatch
• Please contact our service department.

The software between Master and Slave are not match.

Bms M&S Unmatch
• Please contact our service department.

No action for charging request.

Bms ChgReq NoAck
• Please contact our service department.

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9.2 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
a. Please check the fault message on the System Control Panel or the fault code on the inverter
information panel. If a message is displayed, record it before doing anything further.
b. Attempt the solution indicated in table above.
c. If your inverter information panel is not displaying a fault light, check the following to make sure that
the current state of the installation allows for proper operation of the unit:
(1) Is the inverter located in a clean, dry, adequately ventilated place?
(2) Have the DC input breakers opened?
(3) Are the cables adequately sized?
(4) Are the input and output connections and wiring in good condition?
(5) Are the configurations settings correct for your particular installation?
(6) Are the display panel and the communications cable properly connected and
undamaged?

Contact Fox ESS Customer Service for further assistance. Please be prepared to describe details of your
system installation and provide the model and serial number of the unit.
• Safety check
A safety check should be performed at least every 12 months by a qualified technician who has adequate
training, knowledge and practical experience to perform these tests. The data should be recorded in an
equipment log. If the device is not functioning properly or fails any of the tests, the device has to be
repaired. For safety check details, refer to section 2 of this manual.

• Maintenance checking list

During the process of using the inverter, the responsible person shall examine and maintain the machine
regularly. The required actions are as follows.
- Check that if the cooling fins at the rear of the inverters are collecting dust/dirt, and the machine
should be cleaned when necessary. This work should be conducted periodically.
- Check that if the indicators of the inverter are in normal state, check if the display of the inverter is
normal. These checks should be performed at least every 6 months.
- Check if the input and output wires are damaged or aged. This check should be performed at least
every 6 months.
- Get the inverter panels cleaned and their security checked at least every 6 months.

Note: Only qualified individuals may perform the following works.

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10. Decommissioning
10.1 Dismantling the Inverter
- Disconnect the inverter from DC Input and AC output. Wait for 5 minutes for the inverter to fully
de-energize.
- Disconnect communication and optional connection wirings. Remove the inverter from the bracket.
- Remove the bracket if necessary.

10.2 Packaging
If possible, please pack the inverter with the original packaging. If it is no longer available, you can also
use an equivalent box that meets the following requirements.
- Suitable for loads more than 30 kg.
- Contains a handle.
- Can be fully closed.

10.3 Storage and Transportation

Store the inverter in dry place where ambient temperatures are always between -40°C - + 70°C.Take
care of the inverter during the storage and transportation; keep less than 4 cartons in one stack. When
the inverter or other related components need to be disposed of, please ensure it is carried out according
to local waste handling regulations. Please be sure to deliver any inverter that needs to be disposed from
sites that are appropriate for the disposal in accordance with local regulations.

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