Afore HNS3000TL User manual

Installation and Operation Manual
On-Grid PV Inverter

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2 Parameter 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents
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(Two MPPT Trackers)
HNS3000TL HNS3600TL HNS4000TL HNS5000TL
HNS6000TL
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS3600TL-1
Please keep this manual all the time available in case of emergency.
About This Manual
01
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
PVA1
PV Array
Circuit Breaker
N
L
3
AC Grid
Surge Protective
Device
Circuit Breaker 1Surge Protective
Device
DCA1+
DCA1-
PVA1
PV Array
PV Inverter

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 Max AC Current [A] Rated current of AC breaker[A]
Circuit Breaker and Surge Protector Recommendation:
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.
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers)
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS3000TL
HNS3600TL
HNS4000TL
HNS5000TL
HNS6000TL
HNS3600TL-1 18 25
15
16
20
23
28
25
25
32
32
40
Note:
The Inverter can be only connected to low-voltage grid.
(220/230Vac, 50/60Hz).

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
03
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 60C (140F)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
8
9
10
11
12
13
3
3
1
1
1/2
1
Plastic Expansion Tube
Mounting Bracket Screw
Security Screw
Screwdriver for Security Screw
DC Connector sets
Zero-Injection Connector(Optional）
Qty Items No. Qty Items
6
2 3 4
5
1
7
8 9
10 11 12 13
MC
STOP!
MC
Certificate
Of
Inspection
Quick
Installation
Instructions
Warranty
Card
Monitor Module
AC connector
Note: The HNS3600TL-1 is 1 pair of DC plug connector, the
HNS3000-6000TL is 2 pairs.

Overview of the Connection Area
The following figures show the assignment of the individual connection areas
on the bottom of the inverter.
Installation
05
3.2 Product Overview
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
DC Switch
DC Connectors ( + ) For PV Strings
DC Connectors ( − ) For PV Strings
AC Connector
Monitor Module Port
Zero-Injection Port (Optional)
Items
344 mm
297 mm
166 mm
12
3
4
56

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.
>0°
<30°
Max

Installation
07
3.4 Installation On-grid PV Inverter
Leave the enough space around inverter, easy for accessing to the inverter,
connection points and maintenance.
Step 1
Step 2
328.5mm
26mm 26mm35mm
300mm
100mm 100mm
500mm

Installation 08
3.5 Electrical Connection
The inverter is equipped with 2 MPPT channels, each of which contains a PV
string input. For best results, please ensure that each MPPT channel is
connected to a PV string separately. Otherwise, the inverter will activate voltage
or automatic current protection.
·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 strings are correct
·Use the DC plugs in the accessory
·The lightning protector should be equipped between PV strings 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

Installation
09
Step 2
Positive Crimp Contact
Negative Crimp Contact
Step 1
12-15 mm
12-15 mm
2
Cross-section
4 mm
Step 3
Note：
It is strongly recommended to connect by two strings of
panels for models of two MPPT channels, e.g. HNS3000-6000TL
Note:
PV cable suggestion
Note:
Please use PV connector crimper
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
Installation 10
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

Installation
11
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

Installation 12
Step 1
Step 2
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
Fasten

Afore Smart Meter
Installation
13
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

Operation 14
4.Operation
4.1 Control Panel
1
35
24
UP
DOWN
ESC
ENT
6
POWER FAULTGRID
Note:
The Inverter could be connected in parallel with Smart Meter,
make sure the total load power not exceed Smart Mater’s limitation.
Grid
Load
RS485 / WiFi / Ethernet / GPRS
Router
Cloud Server
Weather Sta�on
Afore Smart Meter
PV Inverter
PV Array Energy Meter
PV Inverter
PV Array
PV Inverter
PV Array
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

Operation
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4.2 Menu Structure
Inverter Info
HNS3000TL-2
Uersion：M xxxx
Version：S xxxx
Version：S xxxx
S/N（Machine）Sxxxxxxxxx
First Level Menu
Second Level Menu
Wifi Info
IP (Wifi) 192.168.xx.xx
S/N（Wifi）xxxxxxxxxx
Error Record
No Error
Date Time
Time: H:M:S
Date: Year-month-day
Set
PassWord xxxx
Upstream
PassWord xxxx

Operation
16
4.3.1 Startup Setting
4.3 Setting
Explanation of LCD Display Content
UP/DOWN
Switch countries
UP/DOWN
Adjust the time
Afore New Energy Please Choose
Your Country
1s Delay
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Please Set
Day & Time
Date Dd-Mm-2015
Time Hh-Mm-Ss
Waiting Xx
Power: XXW
CY China
Set Eng1G83
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
Upstream
SET

Operation 17
4.3.2 Parameter Setting
UP/DOWN
UP/DOWN
Main Menu SET
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Input Password
Para Adj:
Para: XXX
Power Off and
Restart Inverter
Finish
Para View:
Max VoLtage: XXX
Min VoLtage: XXX
Max FrEquency: XXX
Min FrEquency: XXX
Safety: XXX
Note:
The inverter need to be restarted to finish parameter setting.

Commissioning
18
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
POWER
GRID
LED Indication
Sign Color Explanation
GRID
GreenOn
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Green
Red
FAULT
Inverter is feeding power
Inverter is not feeding power at the moment
Power On
No Power
Fault occurred
No fault
POWER
Power