Afore HNS1000TL-1 User manual

Installation and Operation Manual
On-Grid PV Inverter
Version: 03.610100050113/V0.05

1.About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1 Scope of Validity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Target Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.Safety & Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Explanations of Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Mounting Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Installation On-grid PV Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5 Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.1 PV Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.2 Grid Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.3 Communication Connection (WIFI / Ethernet / GPRS / RS485) . . . . .
4.Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.1 Startup Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.Shut Down & Restart the Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1 Shut Down Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Restart the inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.Maintenance&Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Fault Code and Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents

1.About This Manual
1.1 Scope of Validity
1.2 Target Group
1.3 System Diagram
This manual describes the installation, commissioning, operation and
maintenance of the following on-grid PV inverters produced by Afore New
Energy:
This manual is for qualified personnel. The tasks described in this manual must
only be performed by qualified personnel.
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1 HNS1500TL-1 HNS2000TL-1 HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1
Please keep this manual all the time available in case of emergency.
About This Manual
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The typical connection diagram for the entire PV system is on-grid.
Circuit Breaker 1Surge Protective
Device
DCA1+
DCA1-
PE
WIFI / RS485
Cloud server
Portal web Porta Smart-phone
PV Inverter
PVA1
PV Array
Circuit Breaker
N
L
3
AC Grid
Surge Protective
Device

2.Safety & Symbols
2.1 Safety Precautions
1. All work on the inverter must be carried out by qualified electricians.
2. The device may only be operated with PV panels.
3. The PV panels and inverter must be connected to the ground.
4. Do not touch the inverter cover until 5 minutes after disconnecting both DC and
AC power supply.
Safety & Symbols 02
Type
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1
HNS1500TL-1
HNS2000TL-1
HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1
6
9
12
13
15
16
16
20
20
25
Max AC Current [A] Rated current of AC breaker[A]
Circuit Breaker and Surge Protector Recommendation:
Note:
The Inverter can be only connected to low-voltage grid.
(220/230Vac, 50/60Hz).
SPD: Lightning protection system, refer to the following options:
AC side, nominal discharge current 20KA, second grade lightning protection,
protection voltage 2.5KV
DC side, nominal discharge current 20KA, second grade lightning protection,
protection voltage 3.2KV
The wiring distance between the inverter and the distribution box should be at
least 5 meters.

5. Do not touch the inverter enclosure when operating, keep away from materials
that may be affected by high temperatures.
6. Please ensure that the used device and any relevant accessories are disposed
of in accordance with applicable regulations.
7. Afore inverter should be placed upwards and handled with care in delivery. Pay
attention to waterproof. Do not expose the inverter to water, rain, snow or spray.
8. Alternative uses, modifications to the inverter not recommended. The warranty
can become void if the inverter was tampered with or if the installation is not in
accordance with the relevant installation instructions.
Afore inverter strictly comply with relevant safety standards. Please read and
follow all the instructions and cautions during installation, operation and
maintenance.
Safety & Symbols
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2.2 Explanations of Symbols
Do not dispose of this device with the normal domestic waste.
Without transformer
This inverter does not use transformer for the isolation function.
CE mark
The inverter complies with the requirements of the applicable
CE guidelines.
Refer to manual before service.
Danger of electric shock
The inverter contains fatal DC and AC power. All work on the inverter
must be carried out by qualified personnel only.
Beware of hot surface
The inverter’s housing may reach uncomfortably hot 60°C (140°F) under high
power operation. Do not touch the inverter enclosure when operation.
Residual power discharge
Do not open the inverter cover until 5 minutes after disconnection both
DC and AC power supply.
Important notes
Read all instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions,
warnings and precautions may lead to device malfunction or damage.
User
Manual

3.Installation
3.1 Package
Unpacking
On receiving the inverter, please check to make sure the packing and all of the
components are not missing or damaged. Please contact your dealer directly for
supports if there is any damage or missing components.
Package List
Open the package, please check the packing list shown as below.
Installation 04
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Solar Inverter
Certificate Of Inspection
Quick Installation Instructions
Warranty Card
Wall Mounting Bracket
Monitor Module
AC Connector
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
Plastic Expansion Tube
Mounting Bracket Screw
Security Screw
Screwdriver For Security Screw
DC Connector set
Zero-Injection Connector(Optional）
Monitor User Manual
Qty Items No. Qty Items
6
2 3
14
Monitor
User
Manual
4
5
1
8
9
10 11 12 13
MC
STOP!
MC
Certificate
of
inspection
Quick
Installation
Instructions
Warranty
card
7

Overview of the Connection Area
The following figures show the assignment of the individual connection areas
on the bottom of the inverter.
Installation
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3.2 Product Overview
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
DC Switch
DC Connectors ( + ) For PV String
DC Connectors ( − ) For PV String
AC Connector
Monitor Module Port
Zero-Injection Port (Optional)
Items
126
3
4
5
278mm
261mm
118mm

The inverters are designed for indoor and outdoor installation (IP65), to increase
the safety, performance and lifespan of the inverter, please select
the mounting location carefully based on the following rules:
The inverter should be installed on a solid surface, far from flammable or
corrosion materials, where is suitable for inverter’s weight and dimensions.
The ambient temperature should be within -25℃~ 60℃(between -13 °F and
140°F).
The installation of inverter should be protected under shelter. Do not expose the
inverter to direct sunlight, water, rain, snow, spray lightning, etc.
Installation 06
3.3 Mounting Location
The inverter should be installed vertically on the wall, or lean back on plane
with a limited tilted angle. Please refer to below picture.
<30°
>0°
Max

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3.4 Installation On-grid PV Inverter
Leave the enough space around inverter, easy for accessing to the inverter,
connection points and maintenance.
300mm
100mm 100mm
500mm
Step 1
242mm
140mm
36mm 36mm
Step 2

Installation 08
3.5 Electrical Connection
The inverter have one MPPT channel, can be connected with one string of PV
panels. Please make sure below requirements are followed before connecting PV
panels / string to the inverter.
· The open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current of PV string must not exceed
inverter’s range
· The isolation resistance between PV string and ground must exceed 10 kΩ
· The polarity from PV string are correct
· Use the DC plugs in the accessory
· The lightning protector should be equipped between PV string and inverter
· Disconnect all of the PV (DC) switch during wiring
3.5.1 PV Connection
Warning:
The fatal high voltage may on the DC side, please comply with
electric safety when connecting.
Please make sure the correct polarity of the cable connected with
inverter, otherwise inverter could be damaged.
Step 3
Security screw

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Note:
Please use PV connector crimper
Step 2
Positive Crimp Contact
Negative Crimp Contact
to pinch the point of the arrow
Step 1
Note:
PV cable suggestion 2
Cross-section
4 mm
Step 3
12-15 mm
12-15 mm
MC
STOP !
MC
Note:
You’ll hear click sound when
the connector assembly is correct

The on-grid PV inverters work with grid (220/230/240 Vac, 50/60 Hz).
The external AC switch should be installed between inverter and grid to isolate
from grid. Please make sure below requirements are followed before connecting
AC cable to the inverter.
· The AC (grid) voltage must not exceed inverter’s range
· The phase-line from AC distribution box are correctly connected
· Use the AC plugs in the accessory
· The surge protector should be equipped between grid and inverter
· Disconnect the AC (grid) switch during wiring
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3.5.2 Grid Connection
Warning:
The fatal high voltage may on the AC side, please comply with
electric safety when connecting.
Please make sure the right line of AC grid connected with inverter,
otherwise inverter could be damaged.
AC line goes through AC terminal waterproof head and cap
Step 1
Step 2
Note:
AC cable suggestion
7mm
2
Cross-section
4 mm

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Connect AC line, Live line (L), Neutral line (N) and Ground Wire (PE) according to polarity.
Step 3
Connect AC terminals and waterproof head, tighten
the cap, make sure they clip closely together.
Connect AC connector to AC terminal of the inverter.
Ensure firm insertion.
Step 4

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The monitoring module could transmit the data to the cloud server, and display
the data on the PC, tablet and smart-phone.
Wi-Fi / GPRS / RS485 communication is applicable to the inverter . Please refer
to "Communication Configuration Instruction" for detailed instruction.
Install the Wi-Fi / GPRS / RS485 Communication
3.5.3 Communication Connection
Step 1
Step 2
Fasten

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Afore Smart Meter
Install the Zero Injection Smart Meter(optional)
The Smart Meter is used for monitoring the power consumption of home
electricity, the inverter will active export power limit function based on the
monitoring data. Please refer to "Zero injection Smart Meter Instruction" for
detailed instruction.
Step 1
Step 2
Afore Smart Meter
Afore Smart Meter
5 6 24 25 1
2
3-8
PIN Assignment
RS485 A ( PIN 24 )
RS485B ( PIN 25 )
/
Zero-Injection Port pin assignment
12345678
RJ45 Plug

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4.Operation
4.1 Control Panel
1
35
24
UP
DOWN
ESC
ENT
6
POWER FAULTGRID
Note:
Grid
Load
RS485 / WiFi / Ethernet / GPRS
Router
Cloud Server
Weather Sta�on
Afore Smart Meter
PV Inverter
PV Array Energy Meter
IItteemmssNNoo.. IItteemmssNNoo..
1
2
3
4
LCD Display
ESC Touch Button
UP Touch Button
DOWN Touch Button
5
6
FAULT LED Indicator
GRID LED Indicator
ENT Touch Button
POWER LED Indicator
PV Inverter
PV Array
PV Inverter
PV Array
The Inverter could be connected in
parallel with Smart Meter, make sure
the total load power not exceed Smart
Mater’s limitation.

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4.2 Menu Structure
Setting
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxx
Safety
Output P%
Freq Range
Volt Range
Del Err Record
10min OVR
Coefficient
Del Arr Record
Q(Var)Mode
Inverter Info
HNS3000TL-1
Version：M Vxxx
Version：S Vxxx
Version：C Vxxx
S/N（Machine）S6xxxxxxxx
First Level Menu
Second Level Menu
Three Level Menu
Wifi Info
IP(Wifi)192.168.xx.xx
S/N（Wifi）xxxxxx
Error Record
No Error
Date&Time
Time: Hh:Mm:Ss
Date: 2020-Dd-Mm
Zero Injection
PassWord xxxx

Operation 16
4.3.1 Startup Setting
4.3 Setting
Explanation of LCD Display Content
Nouns Explanation
Inverter Info
Display the serial number and firmware version of inverter
Check the error list of inverter including date and time
Display the WIFI serial number and assigned IP address
Set date and time of the inverter
Countercurrent
Set the protection parameters of inverter
Error Record
Wifi Info
Date & Time
Zero Injection
Setting
UP/DOWN
Adjust the time and press ENT to confirm
UP/DOWN
Selection Date&Time
Afore New Energy Normal
Power=xx W
1s Delay
Enter
Enter
Date&Time
Setting
Date: 2020-Dd-Mm
Time: Hh:Mm:Ss

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Before starting up commissioning at site, please make sure below procedures
and requirements are fully meet.
· Mounting location is meet the requirements.
· All of the electrical wiring is firmly connected, including PV wiring, Grid wiring
and Earth wiring.
· The inverter setting has been finished accordingly to local standards or
regulations.
Commissioning Procedures
· Turn on the AC switch between inverter output and the public grid;
· Turn on the DC switch on the inverter;
· Turn on the PV switch of the system.
5.Commissioning
DOWN ENT
UP ESC
POWER FAULTGRID
FAULT
Red LED
Green LED
Green LED
GRID
POWER
LED Indication
Sign Color Explanation
GRID
Green
Green
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Red
FAULT
Inverter is feeding power
Inverter is not feeding power at the moment
Power On
No Power
Fault occurred
No fault
POWER
Power

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The inverter needs maintenance periodically, the following details should be
noticed.
PV connection: check the PV connection twice a year
AC connection: check the AC connection twice a year
Earth connection: check the Earth connection twice a year
Heat sink: clean the heat sink once a year with dry towel
The LCD and LED will report the fault when the error occurs, please follow
thetrouble shooting list to solve the problem.
·Turn off the DC switch on the inverter;
·Turn off the PV switch of the system;
·Turn off the AC switch between inverter output and the public grid.
Follow the procedures below when the inverter needs to be restarted.
·Follow the Shut Down Procedures of Article 6 to shut down inverter;
·Follow the Commissioning Procedures of Article 5 to turn on the inverter.
7.Maintenance&Trouble Shooting
6.Shut Down & Restart the Inverter
6.1 Shut Down Procedures
7.1 Maintenance
7.2 Fault Code and Trouble Shooting
6.2 Restart the inverter
Note:
The inverter will be operable after minimum 5 minutes.