SolarEdge Power Optimizer User Manual

Chapter 3: Power Optimizer Installation
SolarEdge Power Optimizers Installation Guide – MAN-01-00112-1.2
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Planning Connection to non-SolarEdge inverters (with or
without Safety & Monitoring Interface)
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Refer to the inverter manual and modules datasheets.
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Use the non-SolarEdge inverter design rules, referring to the PV modules as installed without
optimization.
WARNING!
Designing
strings that are not according to the inverter design rules may result in permanent
damage to the inverter.
Figure 2: Power optimizers connected in series to a non-SolarEdge inverter via Safety &
Monitoring Interface
Figure 3: Power optimizers connected in series directly to a non-SolarEdge inverter
Installation Equipment List
Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge power optimizer. The following is a
recommendation of the equipment to be used:
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Drilling machine and bits suitable for the surface on which the optimizer will be installed
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1/4’’ or 5/16” screws, springs and washers for attaching the power optimizer to the racking
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Screwdriver
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Voltmeter
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When installing a non- SolarEdge inverter without SMI – SolarEdge Key

SolarEdge Power Optimizer Specifications

General

Brand	SolarEdge
Model	Power Optimizer
Category	Inverter
Language	English