Afore Residential HNS Series User manual

Residential HNS series:
HNS 1000/ 1500/ 2000/ 2500/ 3000 / 3600 TL-1
HNS 3000/ 3600/ 4000/ 5000 TL
Installation and Operation Manual
On-Grid PV Inverter
Version：03.610100050113-V0.01

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(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1 HNS1500TL-1 HNS2000TL-1 HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1 HNS3600TL-1
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers)
HNS3000TL HNS3600TL HNS4000TL HNS5000TL
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 generators.
Safety & Symbols 02
Type
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1
HNS1500TL-1
HNS2000TL-1
HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1
HNS3600TL-1
6
9
12
13
15
16
16
16
20
20
25
25
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.
Utility: Referred to as “grid” in this manual, i.e. the media your electric power
company provides power to your place. Please note that Inverter can only be
connected to low-voltage systems (namely, 220/230Vac, 50/60Hz).
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers)
HNS3000TL
HNS3600TL
HNS4000TL
HNS5000TL
15
16
20
23
25
25
32
32

3. The PV generator and inverter must be connected to the ground.
4. Do not touch cover until 3-5 minutes after disconnecting all sources of supply.
5. Please do not touch the surface when the inverter is working, and do not rely
too close to the inverter.
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.
8.Alternative uses, modifications to the inverter not recommended by Afore or the
installation of components not sold by Afore New Energy void the warranty claims.
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 is directly connected with the public grid. All work on the
inverter must be carried out by qualified personnel only.
Beware of hot surface.
The inverter can become hot during operation. Do not contact the
device during operation.
Caution, risk of electric shock
Energy storage timed discharge, time to be indicated adjacent to the
symbol.
Notes, Important.
Non-adherence to these instructions may adversely affect the
operating convenience or functionality of the device.

Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1 HNS1500TL-1 HNS2000TL-1 HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1 HNS3600TL-1
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
User manual
Certificate of inspection
Installation diagram
Warranty card
Wall mounting bracket
GPRS/Wi-Fi Monitoring Module
8
9
10
11
12
13
1
3
3
1
1
1 set
AC connector
Plastic Expansion Tube
Tapping screw
Security screw
Screwdriver for security screw
DC plug connector
Qty Items No. Qty Items
6
2 3 4 5
1
78 9
10 11 12 13
MC
STOP!
MC
User
Manual
Certificate
of
inspection
Installation
diagram
Warranty
card

Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers)
HNS3000TL HNS3600TL HNS4000TL HNS5000TL
Installation
05
62345
1
78 9
10 11
12 13
MC
STOP!
MC
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Solar inverter
User manual
Certificate of inspection
Installation diagram
Warranty card
Notice for installation
Wall mounting bracket
RV5.5-6 terminal
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
3
3
1
1
1/2sets①
4
1
4
Plastic Expansion Tube
Tapping screw
Security screw
Screwdriver for security screw
DC plug connector
Screw
Waterproof Junction Box
Terminal
Qty Items No. Qty Items
14
User
Manual
Certificate
of
inspection
Installation
diagram
Warranty
card
15
Notice For
Installation
16

Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker)
HNS1000TL-1 HNS1500TL-1 HNS2000TL-1 HNS2500TL-1
HNS3000TL-1 HNS3600TL-1
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers)
HNS3000TL HNS3600TL HNS4000TL HNS5000TL
Overview of the Connection Area
The following figures show the assignment of the individual connection areas
on the bottom of the inverter.
Installation 06
3.2 Product Overview
278mm
261mm
118mm
170mm
345mm
460mm

Installation
07
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
DC Switch(optional)
DC connectors ( + ) for the PV strings
DC connectors ( − ) for the PV strings
AC connection
Communication port
RJ 45 Port(DRM)
Items
126
3
4
5
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker):
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers):
3
RJ 45 port WIFI
45
12 6
RJ 45 port

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 from direct
sunlight or bad weather like rain, snow, lightning, etc.
Installation 08
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 figure.
<30°
>0°
Max

Installation
09
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
36mm 36mm
Single-Phase(One MPPT Tracker):
Single-Phase(Two MPPT Trackers):
328.5mm
26mm 26mm35mm

Installation 10
3.5 Electrical Connection
The inverter have one or two-MPPT channels, can be connected with one or
two strings of PV panels. Please make sure below requirements are followed
before connecting PV panels / strings 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 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
Step 3
Security screw
Step 2

Installation
11
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.
Note: Please use PV connector crimper
Step 2
Positive Crimp Contact
Negative Crimp Contact
to pinch the point of the arrow
12-15 mm
12-15 mm
Step 1
Note: PV cable suggestion 2 2
Cross-section Cable Diameter
4 mm 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 12
3.5.2 Grid Connection
MC
STOP !
MC
MC
STOP !
MC
Note: You’ll hear click sound when the connector assembly is correct
Step 3

Installation
13
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 14
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
15
The monitoring module could transmit the data to the cloud server, and display
the data on the PC, tablet and smart-phone.
DRM is provided to support several response modes by giving control signals.
Prepare RJ45 connector and a communication cable .
Assemble the RJ45 connector, Pins are defined as follow.
Connect AC connection and turn on AC breaker, wait till the LED indicators on
Wi-Fi module flashing.
Configure the communication bar, router, account registration, etc. See the WIFI
connection manual for details.
Install the communication stick to the inverter
3.5.3 Communication Connection
1
2
3
4
5
6
7/8
PIN Assignment
DRM5
DRM6
DRM7
DRM8
RefGen
COM/DRM0
/
RJ45 socket pin assignment
Pin Assignments Front View
1 → 8
12345678
RJ45 Socket RJ45 Plug

Operation 16
4.Operation
4.1 Control Panel
1
35
24
UP
DOWN
ESC
ENT
6
POWER FAULTCOM
IItteemmssNNoo..
1
2
3
4
LCD Display
ESC Touch Button
UP Touch Button
DOWN Touch Button
5
6
FAULT LED Indicator
COM LED Indicator
ENT Touch Button
POWER LED Indicator
The HNS series inverter is equipped with an earth fault alarm. When earth fault
occurs, the fault indicator at the front LED screen will light up. And the buzzer of
the inverter will keep ringing until the fault is resolved. (This function is only
available in Australia and New Zealand).
Earth Fault Alarm

Operation
17
4.2 Menu Structure
Main Menu Error Record
System Info
Country：XX
Case_Temp: XXX ℃
ModleTemp: XXX ℃
ScreenTemp: XXX ℃
Rated Power: XX KW
PGaImp: XXX
NGaImp: XXX
PGbImp: XXX
NGbImp: XXX
SET Pass World
ClearRecord
Nub/Total: X/XXX
Err: XXXXX
StartTime: XXXXX
LastTime: XXXXX
Vac.Max: XXX V
Vac.Min: XXX V
Fac.Max: XXX Hz
Fac.Min: XXX Hz
Safety: XXX

Operation 18
Main Menu
Date & Time SET
Date Dd-Mm-2015
Time Hh-Mm-Ss
RS485 Address
Address：xxxxx
Baud rate：xxxx
Active Island ON/OFF
GridPowerCtrl
SN: XX
DSP: XXX
Wifi Info
SN: XX
IP: XXX
SN number
SN: XX
DSP: XXX
HMI: XXX
PQ Mode
Power Factor
KVAr
PQD