GOODWE HYBRID INVERTER User Manual

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BH SERIES USER MANUAL

HYBRID INVERTER

340-00310-01

TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Operation Modes Introduction ........................................................................................ 01

1.2 Safety & Warning ................................................................................................................ 02

1.3 Product Overview .............................................................................................................. 04

02 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Unacceptable Installations ............................................................................................... 05

2.2 Packing List ......................................................................................................................... 05

2.3 Mounting ............................................................................................................................. 06

2.3.1 Select Mounting Location ....................................................................................... 06

2.3.2 Mounting .................................................................................................................... 07

2.4 Electrical Wiring Connection ............................................................................................ 09

2.4.1 Battery Wiring Connection ...................................................................................... 09

2.4.2 On-Grid & Back-Up Connection ............................................................................. 10

2.4.3 Smart Meter & CT Connection ................................................................................ 13

2.5 DRED / Remote Shutdown Connection .......................................................................... 15

2.6 Earth Fault Alarm Connection .......................................................................................... 16

03 MANUAL OPERATION

3.1 Wi-Fi Configuration ............................................................................................................. 19

3.2 PV Master App ...................................................................................................................... 20

3.3 CEI Auto-Test Function ....................................................................................................... 20

04 OTHERS

4.1 Error Messages ................................................................................................................... 21

4.2 Troubleshootings ............................................................................................................... 23

4.3 Disclaimer ........................................................................................................................... 27

4.4 Technical Parameters ........................................................................................................ 28

4.5 Other Test ............................................................................................................................ 29

4.6 Quick Check List To Avoid Danger ................................................................................... 30

01 INTRODUCTION

GoodWe BH series bidirectional inverter is designed for both indoor and outdoor use, which could
be used with or without existing grid-tied inverter systems to store energy using batteries.

Energy produced from the grid-tied inverters will be used to optimize self-consumption, excess
will be used to charge the battery, anymore could be exported to the grid. Loads will be supported
in priority by grid-tied system, then battery power, if more power is needed, energy will be import­ed from the grid.

Note:
The introduction describes a general behavior of BH system. The
operation mode can be adjusted on PV Master App depending
on the system layout. Below are the general operation modes for

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BH system:

1.2 Safety & Warning

The BH series inverter of Jiangsu GoodWe Power Supply Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter
called as GoodWe) strictly complies with related safety rules for product design and testing.
Please read and follow all the instructions and cautions on the inverter or user manual during
installation, operation or maintenance, as any improper operation might cause personal or
property damage.

Symbols Explantion

Caution!
Failure to observe a warning indicated in this manual may result in injury

Danger of high voltage and electric shock!

Danger of hot surface!

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1.1 Operation Modes Introduction

BH system normally has the following operation modes based on your configuration and layout
conditions.

Mode Ⅰ

Energy from grid-tied inverters optimize loads, excess will

be used to charge the battery, anymore will be exported to

the grid.

Mode Ⅲ

When grid power fails, battery will discharge to support

back-up loads.

Mode Ⅱ

When energy from grid-tied inverters is weak, battery will

discharge to support the load in priority together with the

grid.

Mode Ⅳ

Battery could be charged by grid, and charge time/power

could be set flexibly on PV Master App.

Components of the product can be recycled.

This side up! The package must always be transported, handled and stored in
such a way as the arrows always point upwards.

No more than six (6) identical packages being stacked on each other.

Products should not be disposed as household waste.

Fragile - The package/product should be handled carefully and never be
tipped over or slung.

Refer to the operating instructions.

Keep dry! The package/product must be protected from excessive humidity and
must be stored under cover.

Signals danger due to electric shock and indicates the time to wait (5 minutes)
before it is safe to touch the internal parts of the inverter after it has been

5min

disconnected from it power source

CE Mark

Safety Warning

Any installation and operation on inverter must be performed by qualified electricians, in
compliance with standards, wiring rules or requirements of local grid authorities or companies
(like AS 4777 and AS/NZS 3000 in Australia).

Prohibit to insert or pull the AC and DC terminals when the inverter is running.

Before any wiring connection or electrical operation on inverter, all battery and AC power
must be disconnected from inverter for at least 5 minutes to make sure inverter is totally
isolated to avoid electric shock.

The temperature of inverter surface might exceed 60℃ during working, so please make sure
it is cooled down before touching it, and make sure the inverter is untouchable for children

1.3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FAULT

BLINK1 = OVERLOAD OF BACK-UP

OFF = NO FAULT

OUTPUT / REDUCE LOAD

WiFi

BLINK 1 = WiFi SYSTEM RESETTING

BLINK 2 =

BLINK4 = WIFI SERVER PROBLEM

OFF = WIFI NOT ACTIVE

ON = FAULT HAS OCCURRED

WiFi NOT CONNECT TO ROUTER

BLINK2 =

OFF =

ON = WiFi CONNECTED / ACTIVE

BMS AND METER COMMUNICATION FAIL

COMMUNICATION FAIL

METER COMMUNICATION OK, BMS

COM

BLINK1 =

COMMUNICATION FAIL

METER COMMUNICATION OK, BMS

ENERGY

OFF =

ON = CONSUMING ENERGY FROM GRID / BUYING

BLINK 1 =

BLINK 2 =

ON =

BMS AND METER COMMUNICATION OK

GRID IS NOT CONNECTED OR SYSTEM NOT

OPERATING

SUPPLYING ENERGY TO GRID / ZEROING

SUPPLYING ENERGY TO GRID / ZEROING

GRID

BLINK 1 = BATTERY IS DISCHARGING

BLINK 2 = BATTERY IS LOW / SOC IS LOW

BATTERY

OFF = BACK-UP IS OFF / ON POWER AVAILABLE

ON = BATTERY IS CHARGING

BLINK1 = BATTERY IS DISCHARGING

BLINK2 = BATTERY IS LOW / SOC IS LOW

OFF =

ON = GRID IS ACTIVE AND CONNECTED

BATTERY IS DISCONNECTED / NOT ACTIVE

INDICATOR

BACK-UP

SYSTEM

ON = SYSTEM IS READY

BLINK = SYSTEM IS STARTING UP

OFF = SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING

ON = BACK-UP IS READY / POWER AVAILABLE

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WiFi FAULT

STATUS EXPLANATION

HYBIRD LED INDICATORS

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Do not open inverter cover or change any components without GoodWe's authorization,
otherwise the warranty commitment for the inverter will be invalid.

Usage and operation of the inverter must follow instructions in this user manual, otherwise
the protection design might be useless and warranty for the inverter will be invalid.

Appropriate methods must be adopted to protect inverter from static damage. Any damage
caused by static is not warranted by GoodWe.

The inverter, with built-in RCMU, will exclude possibility of DC residual current to 6mA, thus
in the system an external RCD (type A) can be used(≥30mA).

In Australia, the inverter internal switching does not maintain neutral integrity, which must
be addressed by external connection arrangements like in the system connection diagram
for Australia on page 16.

In Australia, output of Back-Up side in switchbox should be labeled "Main switch UPS
supply", the output of normal load side in switch box should be labeled "main switch invert­er supply".

Battery terminals

Wi-Fi box

To battery

Smart meter communication cable

BMS communication cable

DRED

To Smart Meter

RS485

Reserved

Back-Up Port

Meter

On-Grid port

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Wi-Fi reset

LED label

02 INTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 UNACCEPTABLE INSTALLATIONS

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Back-Up

On-Grid

SMART METER

USB

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Back-Up Back-Up

One meter cannot connect to multi inverters, and different

05

CT cannot connect to a smart fier cable

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Back-Up

On-Grid

On-Grid or back-up side cannot connect to any ac
generator.

Reset

Generator

Smart Meter

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAU LT

RESET

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAU LT

RESET

Back-Up Back-Up

Load

Back-up cannot connect in parallelBack-up cannot connect to grid

Incompatible batter y

Battery

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Battery Battery

One battery bank cannot be connected to multi inverters

Incompatible batter y

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

Battery

RESET

Battery

Inverter battery input cannot connect to incompatible
batteries.

2.3 Mounting

2.3.1 Select Mounting Location

For inverter's protection and convenient maintenance, mounting location for inverter should be
selected carefully based on the following rules:

Any part of this system shouldn't block the switch and breaker to disconnected inverter from DC
and AC power.

Rule 1. Inverter should be installed on a solid surface, where is suitable for inverter's dimensions

and weight.

Rule 2. Inverter installation should stand vertically or lie on a slop by max 15°

Max
15°

Wi-Fi
RESET

SYSTEM

BACK-UP

BATTERY

GRID

ENERGY

COM

WIFI

FAULT

Rule 3. Ambient temperature should be lower than 45°C

(High ambient temperature will cause power derating of inverter)

Rule 4. The installation of inverter should be protected under shelter from direct sunlight or bad

Rule weather like snow, rain, lightning etc.

Keep away from sunlight Keep dry Keep it clear of snow Sun Rain Accmulated snow

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2.2 Packing List

On receiving the BH series inverter, please check to make sure all the components as below are not
missing or broken.

USB

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

Inverter×1

Inverter Smart Meter Positive BAT Plug Negative BAT Plug Back Up AC Plug On Grid AC Plug

PE terminal Expansion bolts User manual Quick Installation Guide

Wall-mounted

Bracket

Rule 5. Inverter should be installed at eye level for convenient maintenance.
Rule 6. Product label on inverter should be clearly visible after installation.
Rule 7. Leave enough space around inverter following the values.

300mm

Upward

200mm 200mm

300mm

---------- 300mm
Downward
Front

------------- 300mm

Both sides

Wi-Fi

SYSTEM BACK-UP BATTERY GRID ENERGY COM WIFI FAULT

RESET

500mm

------ 500mm

-------- 200mm

Inverter cannot be installed near flammable, explosive or strong electro-magnetic
equipment.[1]

2.3.2 MOUNTING

Inverter cannot be installed near flammable, explosive or strong electro-magnetic
equipment.[1]

The inverter is suitable for mounting on concrete or other non-combustible surface only.

Step 3

Ground cable must be connected to ground plate on grid side.

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Step 1

• Please use the mounting bracket as a template to drill 4 holes on right positions (10mm
in diameter,and 80mm in depth)

• Use expansion bolts in accessory box and fix the mounting bracket onto the wall tightly

Note: Bearing capacity of the wall must be higher than 25kg, otherwise may not be able to

keep inverter from dropping.

Wall bracket

195mm

115mm

130mm

self-tapping screws

Expansion pipe

Step 2

Carry the inverter by holding the heating sink on two sides and place the inverter on the
mounting bracket.

Note: Make sure the heat sink on inverter is right joint with mounting bracket.

Wi-Fi
RESET

SYSTEM

BACK-UP

BATTERY

GRID

ENERGY

COM

WIFI

FAULT

Step 4

A lock could be used for anti-theft if it is necessary for individual requirement.

Wi-Fi
RESET

SYSTEM

BACK-UP

BATTERY

GRID

ENERGY

COM

WIFI

FAULT

The lock is not involved in the package,
It can be purchesed by user.

2.4 Electrical Wiring Connection

2.4.1 Battery Wiring Connection

• Please be careful against any electric shock or chemical hazard.

• Make sure there is an external DC breaker (≥40A) connected for battery without build-in DC
breaker.

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Make sure battery breaker is off and battery nominal voltage meet BH specification

Wi-Fi
RESET

SYSTEM

BACK-UP

BATTERY

GRID

ENERGY

COM

WIFI

FAULT

Wi-Fi
RESET

SYSTEM

BACK-UP

BATTERY

GRID

ENERGY

COM

WIFI

FAULT

before connecting battery to inverter and make sure inverter is totally isolated from
AC power.