5.
Grid (Utility) Connection
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5-3. Connecting to the Generator
Step 1: Check the generator voltage and frequency with a voltmeter. It should be the
same as
“VAC” value on the product label.
Step 2: Turn off the circuit breaker.
Step 3:
Remove insulation sleeve 10 mm from all
three conductors.
Shorten phase and neutral
conductors to 3 mm. Refer to chart 1.
Step 4: Connect wires according to polarities
indicated on terminal block. Be sure to connect PE protective conductor (
)
first.
L
→
LINE (brown or black)
→
Ground (yellow-green)
N
→
Neutral (blue)
Step 5: Make sure the wires are securely connected.
The tightening torque is 0.8 N.m.
Note:
For safe operation, use one more wires with ring terminal to connect earth.
Refer to Chart 3.
Chart 3
Recommended wire and terminal size:
Wire Size
Ring Terminal
Torque value
Cable mm2
Dimensions
D (mm)
L (mm)
7 AWG
10
4.3
21.8
1.2 to 2 Nm
CAUTION:
To prevent risk of electric shock, ensure the ground wire is properly
earthed before operating this hybrid inverter, regardless if grid is connected or not.
Chart 2
Ring terminal:
L
N
Chart 1
