Afore HNS3000TL User manual

Installation and Operation Manual
On-Grid PV Inverter
Version: S06018-02
Building 7, No.333 Wanfang Rd, Minhang District, Shanghai, China. 201112

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(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
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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
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
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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
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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 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.

3.Installation
3.1 Package
Unpacking
On receiving the inverter, please check to make sure the packing and all
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
Note: The HNS3600TL-1 is 1 pair of DC plug connector, the
HNS3000-6000TL is 2 pairs.
678
9
10 11 12
MC
STOP!
MC
12 3 4
5
Certificate
Of
Inspection
Warranty
Card
Quick
Installation
Instructions
13
Monitoring
Module
Quick
Installation
Instructions
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
AC Connector
Zero-Injection Connector(Optional）
8
9
10
11
12
13
2
2
1
1/2
1
1
Plastic Expansion Tube
Tapping Screw
Security Screw
DC Connector sets
Monitor Module
Monitoring Module Quick Installation Instructions
Qty Items No. Qty Items

Overview of the Connection Area
The following picture shows 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 Strings
DC Connectors ( − ) For PV Strings
AC Connector
Monitor Module Port
Zero-Injection Port (Optional)
Items
360 mm
358 mm
142 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.
<30°
>0°
Max

Installation
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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.
Step 1
Step 2
300mm
100mm 100mm
500mm
43.25mm 43.25mm
207mm
18.5mm
312mm

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 cable connected in correct polarity with
inverter, otherwise inverter could be damaged.
Step 3
Security screw

Installation
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Step 2
Positive Crimp Contact
Negative Crimp Contact
Step 1
12-15 mm
12-15 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.
210 solar panels should connect from PV side A and B as the Y -shaped, setting
PV model parallel and PV side voltage notexceed 500V one MPPT; other solar
panels we are recommend you though dual MPPT input the cables, also no
exceed 450V
Note:
Please use PV connector crimper
MC
STOP !
MC
Note:
You’ll hear click sound when
the connector assembly is correct
Note:
PV cable suggestion
2
Cross-section
4 mm

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
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Connect AC line, Live line (L), Neutral line (N) and Ground Wire (PE) according to polarity.
Step 3
Step 4
1. Connect AC terminals and waterproof head, tighten
the cap, make sure they clip closely together.
2. Connect AC connector to AC terminal of the inverter.
3. Afeer making sure that it is firmly insered, tighten
the sleeve on the AC connector to the right and hear a
click.

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.
WIFI / Ethernet / GPRS / RS485 communication is applicable to the inverter.
Please refer to "Communication Configuration Instruction" for detailed
instruction.
Install the WIFI / Ethernet / GPRS / RS485 Communication
3.5.3 Communication Connection
Wifi/GPRS

Installation
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Step 1
For single-phase inverter, please follow below pin order
RS485A(Pin 7) to single-phase meter (Pin 24)
RS485B(Pin 8) to single-phase meter (Pin 25)
4.5 Zero-injection Smart Meter (Optional)
Smart meter is an intelligent control equipment which is used for on-grid
inverters. Its main function is to measure the forward and reverse power on
the grid-connected side, and transmit data to the inverter through RS485
communication to ensure that the power of the inverter is less than or equal
to the user's home load, and no current flows into the grid.
Note:
Afore Smart Meter
Afore Smart Meter
5 6 24 25
PIN Assignment
Zero-Injection Port pin assignment
12345678
RJ45 Plug
7
8
1-6
RS485 A ( 24 )
RS485 B ( 25 )
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Operation 14
Step 2
Afore Smart Meter
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
Note:
Please refer to "Zero InjectionSmart Meter Installation andOperation
Manual" for detailed instruction.

Operation
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5.2 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
HNS6000TL
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: 2021-Dd-Mm
Zero Injection
PassWord xxxx
PassWord xxxxFunction Enable

Operation 17
5.3.3 Frequency Range
FL1=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
FH2=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
FH2=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
Main Menu Setting
Zero Injection
Freq Range
Volt Range
ENT ENT
ENT ENT
FL1=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
FL2=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
FL2=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
ENT
ENTENT
PassWord
XXXX
FH1=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
FH1=xxxHz
Time=xxx*20ms
ENT
ENTENT
ENT
Note:
The parameters setting only works after the inverter is restarted.
VL1=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
VH2=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
VH2=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
ENT ENT
VL1=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
VL2=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
VL2=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
ENT
ENTENT
PassWord
XXXX
VH1=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
VH1=XXXV
Time=xxx*20ms
ENT
ENTENT
ENT
UP/DOWN
choose Freq Range
UP/DOWN
choose Setting
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN set protection time
press ENT to confirm
UP/DOWN set level 2
frequency lower limit
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN
choose PassWord: xxxx
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN set level 1
frequency upper limit protection
UP/DOWN set level 2
frequency upper limit protection
UP/DOWN set level 1
frequency lower limit
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN set protection time
press ENT to confirm
UP/DOWN set level 2
voltage lower limit
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN
choose PassWord: xxxx
UP/DOWN
set protection time
UP/DOWN set level 1
voltage upper limit protection
UP/DOWN set level 2
voltage upper limit protection
UP/DOWN set level 1
voltage lower limit

Maintenance&Trouble Shooting
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Trouble-Shooting List
Type of Fault Name Description Recommend Solution
Island Fault
Grid Fault
The public grid is outage
or the grid is disconnected
to the inverter.
• The fault will disappear automatically
when the public grid go back to normal.
• Contact the local distributor or grid
company to adjust the voltage protection
parameters.
10min Over Volt
The 10-minute average
value of the grid voltage
is abnormal and beyond
the protection range.
• Power off, then restart (Ref. Chapter6)
• If fault still occurs continuously and
frequently, please ask help for local
distributors.
Grid Volt Fault
Grid voltage is
abnormal, beyond the
protection range.
• The fault will disappear automatically
when the grid voltage is back to normal.
• If fault still occurs continuously and
frequently, please ask help for local
distributors.
Grid Freq Fault
Grid frequency is
abnormal, beyond the
protection range.
• The fault will disappear automatically
when the grid frequency is back to
normal.
• If fault still occurs continuously and
frequently, please ask help for local
distributors.
Isolation Fault
PV Fault
The impedance between
ground and PV (+) & PV
(-) is too low, beyond the
reasonable range.
• Check whether the battery and wiring
are immersed in water and whether the
insulation layer is damaged, and then
make corrections.
• If the fault occurs continuously and
frequently, please ask help for local
distributors.
PV Volt Low
The DC input voltage
from PV strings is below
the minimum reasonable
value.
• Reconfigure the PV strings by
increasing the number of PV strings to
increase DC input voltage.
• Contact local distributors for
suggestions and solutions.
PV Volt High
The DC input voltage
from PV strings is
exceeding the maximum
reasonable value.
• Reconfigure the PV strings by reducing
the number of PV strings to decrease DC
input voltage.
• Contact local distributors for
suggestions and solutions.
PV2 Over Current PV2 current is too high,
protection is triggered.
PV1 Over Current PV1 current is too high,
protection is triggered. • Power off, then restart (Ref. Chapter6)
• If fault still occurs continuously and
frequently, please ask help for local
distributors.

Operation 16
Afore New Energy
5.3.1 Startup
5.3 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 power switch
Set the protection parameters of inverter
Error Record
Wifi Info
Date & Time
Function Enable
Setting
5.3.2 Voltage Range
Main Menu Setting
Zero Injection
Volt Range
Del Err Record
ENT ENT
UP/DOWN
choose Volt Range
UP/DOWN
choose Setting
Date&Tine
Setting
Normal
Power=xx W
ENT ENT
Date: 2020-Dd-Mm
Time: Hh:Mm:Ss
ENT
UP/DOWN Adjust the time and
press ENT to confirm
UP/DOWN
Selection Date&Time
Meter switchZero Injection