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REFUstore 50K ... 100K

Battery Inverter

Product | REFUstore 50K...100K

Document No./Issue | 982064/03
Issue Date | 2020-11
Languages | English
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Contents

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1 About this Manual ...................................... 5 3.5 Requirements for the Infrastructure ............. 12
1.1 Scope of this Manual .........................................5 4 Installation ............................................... 13
1.2 Target Group of this Manual .............................5 4.1 General Warnings........................................... 13
1.3 Presentation of Information ..............................5 4.2 System and Site Requirements ...................... 14

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1.3.1 Symbols ..................................................................... 6 4.3 Auxiliary Means and Tools.............................. 15
1.3.2 Warnings in this Manual............................................ 6 4.4 Unpacking the ConnectionBox ....................... 15
2 Safety and Responsibility........................... 7 4.5 Mounting the ConnectionBox ......................... 15
2.1 Safety Guidelines...............................................7 4.5.1 Mounting the ConnectionBox Vertically.................. 15
2.2 Rules for Safe Installation and Operation.........7 4.5.2 Mounting the ConnectionBox Horizontally ............. 16
2.3 Symbols and Warnings on the Product.............8 4.5.3 Mounting the ConnectionBox on a Pole .................. 16
2.4 Designated Use..................................................8 4.6 Connect DC and AC Cables............................. 16
2.5 Requirements for Electricians ..........................9 4.7 Communication Connections ......................... 17
2.6 General Safety Instructions...............................9 4.8 Connect RS485/LAN ....................................... 18
2.7 Five Safety Rules When Working on 4.9 RJ45 Connector Cabling ................................. 20
Electrical Systems.............................................9 4.10 Setting up the Communication....................... 20
3 Technical Description .............................. 10 4.10.1 RS485 Network ........................................................ 20
4.10.2 Ethernet Network .................................................... 21
3.1 Components of the ConnectionBox.................10
4.10.3 Ethernet Direct Connection..................................... 21
3.2 Device Size and Distances...............................10
4.11 Connect Remote Off Signal (DRM 0) .............. 21
3.3 Dimensions ......................................................11
4.12 Testing Electrical Safety................................. 23
3.4 Communication and Network Management ...11

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4.13 Unpacking the PowerUnit ...............................23 8.6 Efficiency......................................................... 41
4.14 Hooking in the PowerUnit ...............................24 9 Maintenance............................................. 42
4.15 Connecting AC, DC and PEN ...........................25 9.1 General Warnings........................................... 42
4.16 Closing and Fixing the PowerUnit...................26 9.2 Replacement................................................... 43
5 Commissioning ........................................ 26 9.2.1 Replacing the PowerUnit Fans................................ 43
5.1 Before Startup .................................................26 9.2.2 Replacing the ConnectionBox Fan .......................... 43
5.2 Startup .............................................................27 9.2.3 Replacing the Sealing Gasket of the
5.3 Configuring Inverters with the ConnectionBox......................................................... 44
Mobile App REFUset........................................28 9.3 Periodicity of Maintenance ............................. 44
5.4 Configuring Inverters with the 10 Disposal.................................................... 45
REFUset PC Software......................................29 11 Troubleshooting ....................................... 46
6 Operation and Control ............................. 30 11.1 Error List......................................................... 46
7 Technical Data ......................................... 32
7.1 PowerUnit ........................................................32
7.2 ConnectionBox.................................................35
7.3 External DC Precharge (only 420P0xx.020) ....36
8 Single Line Diagrams .............................. 37
8.1 REFUstore without DC-Precharging...............37
8.2 REFUstore with DC-Precharging....................38
8.3 REFUstore 50K...100K with ConnectionBox ...39
8.4 System .............................................................40
8.5 Temperature Derating.....................................41

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1 About this Manual 1.2 Target Group of this Manual

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This manual is intended for installers, operators,
1.1 Scope of this Manual service technicians and plant operators.
This manual contains basic information, to assem-
This manual applies to the following products:
ble the product safely and properly, to transport, to put
∘ REFUstore 50K...100K Battery Inverter
into operation and to operate.
∘ REFUstore 50K...100K ConnectionBox
▷ Read this manual completely and in particular the

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chapter "Safety and Responsibility", before you
work with the product.

1.3 Presentation of Information

To enable you to handle your product safely and qui-
ckly with these instructions, uniform warnings, sym-
bols, designations and abbreviations are used.

Fig. 1: Power rating depending on AC voltage

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1.3.1 Symbols 1.3.2 Warnings in this Manual

The following symbols indicate instructions which Warnings in this manual indicate an action where
are intended to make the instructions easier to unders- there is a risk of personal injury or property damage.
tand. Always observe the measures described to avert the
Tab. 1: Symbols/signs danger.
The warnings in this manual are presented in a box
Symbol Meaning
that contains the following information:
Useful information on the optimal and most eco-
nomical use of the product. SIGNAL WORD/WARNING CATEGORY
✅ Prerequisite for an action that must be comple- Type and source of danger
ted/executed beforehand. Consequences of ignoring the warnings.
▷ Single action step that is to be executed. ▸ Measures required to avoid the danger.

▸ Sub-step of an action step that is to be executed.

⟇ Alternative action that can also be executed. Par-
tially conditioned by other prerequisites.
1. Numbered action instruction that is to be execu-
2. ted in the order listed.
3.
➪ Result of the action instruction.
... > ... Menu sequence in a software that is to be clicked
one after the other.

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DANGER
2 Safety and Responsibility

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Leads directly to death or serious personal injury if igno-
red. The product has been manufactured in accordance
▸ Follow the warnings to avoid death or serious injury! with the generally accepted state of the art. Neverthe-
less, there is a risk of personal injury and property
WARNING
damage if you do not observe this chapter and the war-

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May result in death or serious personal injury if ignored. nings in this manual.
▸ Follow the warnings to avoid serious injuries!
▷ Read this manual thoroughly and completely before
CAUTION using the product.
May cause minor personal injury if ignored.
▸ Follow the warnings to avoid injury! 2.1 Safety Guidelines
NOTICE Installation, commissioning, and operation of this
Can lead to property damage if ignored. unit must be carried out by (electrically) qualified per-
▸ Follow the warnings to avoid damage or destruction of sonnel.
the product! ▷ Read all technical information and safety instructi-
ons before installing and using the product.

2.2 Rules for Safe Installation and Operation

∘ Do not attempt to install or operate this equipment
without proper training.
∘ Ground the product properly.

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∘ Connect all cables properly. 1 General warning 7 Unlock before main-
∘ Before switching on, check the AC and DC voltages 2 Warning of electrical voltage tenance or repair
and polarity. Observe the information on the data 3 Warning of hot surface 8 Discharge time of
sheet or type plate. 4 Follow the instructions before 2 minutes
∘ Take appropriate precautions to protect against use 9 Warning of a de-
electrostatic discharge (ESD). 5 Ground before use vice's susceptibility
∘ Always be careful around this equipment. 6 Warning of electrical voltage on to electrostatic di-
AC and DC side. All strings on scharge
∘ Never remove the PowerUnit (inverter) cover.
the DC side are live
∘ To ensure safe operation, carry out all work profes-
sionally, including transport, storage, assembly, in-
2.4 Designated Use
stallation and operation.
The REFUstore 50K...100K is a battery inverter for
2.3 Symbols and Warnings on the Product charging or discharging a battery system.
The REFUstore 50K...100K is used to convert alterna-
1 2 3 4 5 ting current (AC) into direct current (DC) or to convert
direct current (DC) into alternating current (AC) con-
nected to a low voltage or medium voltage grid.
The REFUstore 50K...100K complies with protection
class IP65 (ConnectionBox: IP54) and can be used
3 Discharge
indoors and outdoors.
time
2 min. The REFUstore 50K...100K is only intended for use
6 7 8 9 with the corresponding REFUstore 50K...100K
Fig. 2: Symbols on the product ConnectionBox.

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2.5 Requirements for Electricians ▷ Persons installing, operating or maintaining pro-
ducts must not be under the influence of drugs or

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The activities described in this manual require basic
medication.
knowledge of the electrical system, the associated
▷ Use only accessories and spare parts approved by
technical terms and the relevant technical rules. To
REFU Elektronik GmbH in order to exclude a perso-
ensure safe use, these activities may therefore only be
nal hazard due to unsuitable spare parts.
carried out by an appropriate specialist or a trained
▷ Observe the technical data and ambient conditions

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person under the supervision of a specialist.
specified in the manual.
A skilled person is a person who, on the basis of his
▷ Do not put the product into operation until it has
professional training, his knowledge and experience as
been determined that it complies with country-spe-
well as his knowledge of the relevant regulations, can
cific rules, regulations, safety regulations/certifica-
assess the work assigned to him, recognize possible
tes and application regulations.
dangers and take suitable safety measures.

2.7 Five Safety Rules When Working on Elect-

2.6 General Safety Instructions
rical Systems
▷ Observe the valid regulations for accident preven-
Disconnect electrical systems (lock and tag) accor-
tion and environmental protection.
ding to the five safety rules:
▷ Observe the safety regulations and regulations of
▷ Unlock and disconnect completely.
the country in which the product is used.
▷ Secure against re-connection.
▷ Only use products in technically perfect condition.
▷ Check that there is no voltage (DC and AC).
▷ Observe all notes on the product.
▷ Carry out earthing and short-circuiting.
▷ Provide protection against adjacent live parts.

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3 Technical Description 3.2 Device Size and Distances

3.1 Components of the ConnectionBox

Recess to 400 mm
(16 in)
attach the
hydraulic rod
200 mm
AC (8 in) 200 mm
(8 in)
cables
DC cables clamp
clamp

Fan

Communica-
tion cable Device
gland holder
AC cable 400 mm
DC cable
gland (16 in)
glands

Fig. 3: Components of the ConnectionBox

Fig. 4: Installation site: distances/free space

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The inverter can be installed vertical or horizontal. If 3.3 Dimensions
the inverter is installed horizontally outdoors, mount

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the inverter at an angle of 10°.
407 mm
116 163 mm 321 mm

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692 mm
650 mm
593 mm
115 mm (5 in) 116
min. 10° 484 mm
407 mm

400 mm 300 mm Fig. 6: Dimensions PowerUnit with ConnectionBox

(16 in) (12 in)

3.4 Communication and Network Management

Fig. 5: Vertical and horizontal installation (10° outdoors)
1 Low or medium voltage grid 5 Energy management
2 Power meter system
3 Energy flow direction sensor 6 Battery (or batteries)
4 Battery inverter (or inverters) 7 Battery management
system (or systems)

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3.5 Requirements for the Infrastructure
AC
DC Additional required at low voltage at medium vol-
1 Communication equipment network tage network
DC load break switch necessary necessary
AC load break switch necessary necessary
2
Central grid protecti- necessary necessary
on device with section
switch
3 (VDE-AR-N 4105,
VDE-AR-N 4110)

4 4 ... LV-/MV-Transformer not necessary necessary

The following points are to be considered when

planning the infrastructure:
5 ∘ The REFUstore 50K...100K can feed into the low-volta-
ge grid and the medium-voltage grid.
6 6 ... ∘ The power supply line must be equipped with an ap-
propriate AC disconnecting device.
∘ The battery system includes its own monitoring
(battery management system) and a circuit breaker
7 7 ... with load switching capacity.
Fig. 7: Communication in parallel operation ∘ The REFUstore 50K...100K is not equipped with inter-

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nal potential isolation. 4 Installation
∘ If connected with the medium-voltage-grid, it must

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be operated with electrically isolating transfor-
mers.
4.1 General Warnings
∘ The transfomer must be selected according to the
specific site of use and the relevant regulations DANGER
must be taken into account: Hazardous substances High voltage

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ordinance, ordinance on installations for handling Danger to life due to electric shock.
The product operates at high voltages:
substances hazardous to water, chemicals prohibi-
▸ All work on the product must be carried out
tion ordinance, technical instructions for noise pro- by electrically qualified persons only.
tection, and regional building regulations. ▸ If the inverter is tilted forward on rainy or
snowy days or the connection box is opened,
Specification of medium voltage transformer take suitable protective measures to prevent
Mains transformer according to EN 50588-1 water from entering the connection box. If it
Switching group Dyn5 or Dyn11 is not possible to take protective measures,
do not tilt the inverter forward or open the
connection box.

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4.2 System and Site Requirements
DANGER
High voltage
✅ Take into account the minimum distances around
Danger to life due to high voltages that can the inverter.
cause lethal electric shocks are present in the ✅ Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can cause an
live components of the inverter. internal temperature rise, leading to power dera-
▸ Always disconnect the inverter from voltage ting of the device. It is recommended to install a
sources before performing any work on it.
sunshade to mitigate the thermal impact of irradia-
▸ Observe a waiting time of 2 minutes.
tion.
DANGER ✅ Install a 200 A fuse as a short-circuit protection ele-
High voltage ment between the battery system and the battery
Danger to life due live parts can remain energi- inverter.
zed after isolation. ✅ If the optional function "DC precharging" is not avai-
▸ Disconnect electrical systems according to
lable, install an external precharge unit and a DC
the 5 safety rules (see chapter 2.7).
switch.
✅ Install the ConnectionBoxes so that the built-in
CAUTION safety switches are freely accessible.

Hot surfaces
Risk of burns due to hot surfaces.
The product can get hot during operation.
▸ Avoid contact during operation.
▸ Allow the product to cool down sufficiently
before carrying out any work.

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4.3 Auxiliary Means and Tools 4.5.1 Mounting the ConnectionBox Vertically

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∘ Wrench 13 mm ✅ Local requirements or legal regulations for battery
∘ Wrench 16 mm systems were considered in the planning.
∘ Wrench 18 mm 1. Mark the drill holes according to the following dra-
∘ Slotted screwdriver 10 mm wing.
∘ Lockout-tagout kit 407 mm
∘

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Voltage tester (16 in)

∘ Spirit level

4.4 Unpacking the ConnectionBox

650 mm
(25.6 in)
▷ Open the packaging and remove the ConnectionBox
with the help of two people.

4.5 Mounting the ConnectionBox 4x M10

There are three possibilities for mounting the Con- Fig. 8: Mounting dimensions
nectionBox. Pole mounting with two suitable pole
clamps, wall mounting, or horizontal mounting with an 2. Drill the holes and insert anchors.
angle of 10° (or greater). 3. Screw screws with a minimum diameter of 8 mm
The fixing material is not included in the scope of deliv- into the upper plugs at a distance of 8 mm from the
ery. mounting surface.

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4. Hook the ConnectionBox into the two upper screws 5. Lift the ConnectionBox with two persons at the bot-
and press it against the wall. tom and hook it into the two lower screws.
5. Screw the lower screws into the dowels. 6. Screw on the lower screws with counter nuts by
6. Tighten all screws. hand.
7. Tighten all screws.
4.5.2 Mounting the ConnectionBox Horizontally
4.5.3 Mounting the ConnectionBox on a Pole
✅ Local requirements or legal regulations for battery
systems were considered in the planning. ✅ Local requirements or legal regulations for battery
1. Mount the mounting rails as shown in Figure 8. systems were considered in the planning.
Ensure that the ConnectionBox has an angle of at ✅ Two mounting bridges, round steel clamps or
least 10°. mounting rails each permissible for the weight are
a) Maintain a distance of at least 300 mm from the provided for the mast mounting.
floor in the connection area (see Figure 5). ▷ Fixing takes place according to the procedure
b)To obtain a 10° angle, the distance from the top of described in the previous chapters.
the ConnectionBox to the floor is 415 mm.
2. Insert screws with a minimum diameter of 8 mm 4.6 Connect DC and AC Cables
into the mounting rails.
Tab. 2: Stud connection
3. Lift the ConnectionBox with two people and hook it
Type DC terminal AC terminal
into the two upper screws.
Cable type Single wires Cable bundle
4. Screw on the two upper screws with counter nuts by
Cable lugs DIN 46234 and 2 pole 3 pole
hand. DIN 46235 35 … 185 mm² 35 … 120 mm²

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Tab. 2: Stud connection 4. Connect DC and AC cables to the terminals.
Size for lug connection M12 M10

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Tightening torque 14 … 31 Nm 10 … 20 Nm 4.7 Communication Connections
Cable gland M50 M63 The REFUstore 50K...100K is equipped with RS485 and
Cable gland diameter 27 ... 35 mm 34 ... 45 mm Ethernet communication ports for an easy integration
Stud size for potential M8 into monitoring and control systems.
equalization

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The RS485 and Ethernet (100BaseT) is mapped on
Minimum cross section for 6 mm²
the potential equalization the same RJ45 connectors (RS485/LAN 1...2), located
at the lower right corner of the inverter’s back side.
1. Prepare the cables, grounding cables, and lay it to
The inverters can be connected in daisy chain, using
the connection area.
a single Ethernet cable CAT 5e (or better) between
2. Insert the AC and DC cables individually through the
each inverter.
cable glands.
3. Connect the potential equalization with the M8
Ethernet
grounding bolt with a tightening torque of 20 Nm.
∘ 2 Ethernet ports integrated for Ethernet daisy chai-
ning.
DC+ DC-
L1 L2 L3 ∘ Distance of 100 m between each inverter.
∘ When inverter not started, it will pass through the
ethernet communication.
∘ Standard RJ45 plugs and standard crimping tools
can be used.
Fig. 9: Potential equalization ∘ RJ45 plug is IP65 save even without cable connec-

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tion. 4.8 Connect RS485/LAN
∘ Supports line, ring, and star Ethernet topologies.
a
L1 PEN L1 PEN L1 PEN

RS485 / Modbus RT
L2 DC- L2 DC- L2 DC-
L3 DC+ L3 DC+ L3 DC+

∘ RJ45 ports can be used for RS485 communication.

PowerUnit #1 PowerUnit #2 PowerUnit n
Digital Input / DRM 0 Digital Input / DRM 0 Digital Input / DRM 0

∘ Daisy-chain for long distance networks or 3rd party

RS485 / LAN 1 RS485 / LAN 1 RS485 / LAN 1
RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1
datalogger & controls (superordinate EMS control)
∘ Automatically switches between TCP/IP (Ethernet)
and Modbus (RS458) communication. RJ45 RJ45 RJ45

∘ Several communication speed available, up to Cable CAT 5e Cable CAT 5e

Switch

115 000 bps.

∘ Communication parameters can be easily set b
L1 PEN

through REFUset application.

L1 PEN L1 PEN L1 PEN
L2 DC- L2 DC- L2 DC- L2 DC-
L3 DC+ L3 DC+ L3 DC+ L3 DC+

∘ Supports RS485 bus (line) topologies.

PowerUnit #1 PowerUnit #2 PowerUnit #3 PowerUnit n
Digital Input / DRM 0 Digital Input / DRM 0 Digital Input / DRM 0 Digital Input / DRM 0
RS485 / LAN 1 RS485 / LAN 1 RS485 / LAN 1 RS485 / LAN 1
RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1

RS485 / LAN 2
RS485 / LAN 1
RJ45

Switch

Fig. 10: Wiring of communication cables

(a. less than 100 m and b. over 100 m)

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✅ The cables are fed through the cable gland at the Notes:
bottom of ConnectionBox, and then connected to ∘ The maximum length for the Ethernet bus is 100 m

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the PowerUnits interfaces: between each two inverters.
∘ The maximum total length for the RS485 bus is typi-
cally up to 1000 m.
∘ You can connect up to 25 inverters for RS485, and up
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NOTICE

Fig. 11: Connection area: communication cable gland ▸ Only connect the communication cable to the assigned
two RJ45 ports with labels “RS485/LAN 1” and “RS485/
LAN 2”. The RJ45 port with label “Digital Input” carries
1. Unscrew the cable gland. 24 VDC. Connecting any communication cable to this
2. Thread the screw head of the cable gland into the port can damage the inverters and connected equip-
communication cable. ment.
3. Push the communication cable through the rubber ▸ For RS485 masters (data-loggers, park controllers etc.),
only connect the four RS485 Signals to this equipment.
seal until there is sufficient cable to the connectors.
▸ It is recommended to protect communication lines
4. Connect the communication cables. Make sure that
against lightning’s and overvoltage by the means of ex-
the cables are not mounted on tension. ternal Surge Protection devices.
5. Screw the cable gland tight by hand.
6. Seal unused openings of the cable gland with the
supplied plugs.

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4.9 RJ45 Connector Cabling 4.10 Setting up the Communication

4.10.1RS485 Network
12345678

12345678

✅ Assign a unique RS485 ID for each inverter in the

chain using REFUset app between 1 and 31.
Factory default ID is 0.
Tab. 4: Protocol types
No. Protocol type
1 REFU USS protocol (preset)
2 (not used)

Fig. 12: Pin assignment on RJ45 plug 3 Meteocontrol USS

4 Modbus RTU Sunspec (address 0 cannot be used –
address 0 is automatically set to address 1)
Tab. 3: Pin assignment
5 Multimode USS/Modbus RTU Sunspec
Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (Standard Setting)
Ethernet TX+ TX- RX+ RX- (in Multimode, you cannot use USS address 0 and 2)
RS485 Data+ Data- Ref+ Ref-
Tab. 5: RS485 interface settings
Parameter Value
Baud rate 57600 (preset and recommended)
Parity even
Handshake no

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Tab. 5: RS485 interface settings 4.10.3Ethernet Direct Connection
Data bits 8

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✅ In order to use REFUset, all inverter can be reached
Stop bits 1
on its permanent fall-back IP address of
169.254.130.30, irrespectively of your PC IP configu-
4.10.2 Ethernet Network
ration.
✅ DHCP is activated by default, so each inverter will

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receive the configuration automatically from the 4.11 Connect Remote Off Signal (DRM 0)
switch or gateway.
The power output of the inverter can be enabled or
✅ If you change the mode to manual, you have to
disabled using the remote shutdown signal (external
assign an unique IP address, net mask, standard
24 V voltage signal). Normally, the remote shutdown
gateway and optionally the DNS server during the
signal is supplied by a mains protection relay that pro-
REFUset commissioning wizard.
tects the grid voltage and -frequency is monitored
✅ Before changed network settings become active,
independently from the inverter. The connection for the
you need to restart the inverter.
remote off signal is located on the adapter board at ter-
Tab. 6: IP standard settings
minal X5.
Parameter Value
IP Address 192.168.130.30
Standard gateway 192.168.1.1
Net mask 255.255.0.0
DNS Server 0.0.0.0

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Tab. 7: Pin assignment X5
Pin Function
1 Control signal output 0 V = power lock
2 Control signal input 24 V = power release

3 Ground output
4 Ground input

Fig. 13: Connection terminal (X5) on the adapter board Tab. 8: Conductor types and cross-sections
Type Cross-section
Grid Protection Conductor cross section solid 0.2 … 1.5 mm2
L1 PEN L1 PEN Power
L2 DC- L2 DC- Relay
Conductor cross section flexible 0.2 … 1.5 mm2
L3 DC+ L3 DC+

PowerUnit #1 PowerUnit n
Digital Input / DRM 0
RS485 / LAN 1
Digital Input / DRM 0
RS485 / LAN 1 Conductor cross section flexible, 0.25 … 0.75 mm2
with ferrule
RS485 / LAN 2 RS485 / LAN 2 24 V 0 V

1234 1234 Shield Conductor cross section US 24 … 16 AWG

X5 X5

Shield Shield 1. Strip the cable by 8 mm before connecting.

2. Connect the cable to the push-in terminal
Fig. 14: Wiring and pin assignment for the remote off signal (tool-less, or screw driver 0.4 x 2.5).

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▸ The Digital Inputs draws approx. 7 mA. Use a Power
supply which can supply sufficient current, depending
on the number of inverters connected in parallel.
▸ The standard switch off time is 50 ms. It can be configu-
red to another value.
▸ Configure the function with REFUset PC or REFUset

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mobile app.

4.12 Testing Electrical Safety

▷ For commissioning, check the ConnectionBox and
its connections according to IEC 62446-1.

4.13 Unpacking the PowerUnit

▷ With two persons pull out the PowerUnit by the
handles. Make sure that the connection area is not
damaged and that the PowerUnit stands stable on
the inverter clamps.
Fig. 15: Unpacking the PowerUnit
⟇ If applicable, carefully cut the packaging completely
with a cutter knife. Please note that this means that
the packaging can no longer be reused.

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4.14 Hooking in the PowerUnit 3. One person should hold the PowerUnit in place
while the 2nd person should hook the hydraulic rod
Ensure following conditions prior to hooking in the
into the slot in the ConnectionBox as seen in
PowerUnit:
figure 17.
✅ Ambient conditions are dry.
✅ Protective cover of the ConnectionBox is removed.
✅ Unpack the PowerUnit carefully and inspect contact
connections on the rear side for any damages.
1. Lift the PowerUnit with the help of 2 people with one
hand on the handle and one hand on top of the inver-
ter.
2. Carefully insert the PowerUnit into the device hol-
der of the ConnectionBox as seen in figure 16. Fig. 17: Hooking hydraulic rod in the recess of the Connec-
tionBox when mounted vertically

Fig. 16: Hooking PowerUnit onto ConnectionBox

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4.15 Connecting AC, DC and PEN

English
L1 PEN
L2 DC-
L3 DC+

Deutsch
Fig. 18: Brace the hydraulic rod in the recess of the
Digital Input/DRM 0
ConnectionBox when mounted horizontally RS485/LAN 1
RS485/LAN 2
➪ Further assembly can be continued by one person.
Fig. 19: Connection area of the inverter: L1–3, PEN, DC-/+,
Digital Input and RS485/LAN 1–2

✅ The electrical systems is disconnected according to

the 5 safety rules.
✅ DC switch is turned off.
✅ AC switch is turned off.

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▷ Press the plug latching and insert the plug into the 4.16 Closing and Fixing the PowerUnit
connector socks, until it makes a clicking noise.
1. Carefully press the PowerUnit in its intended place
a) Start with the connecting of protective earth (PEN,
and hold it. Make sure that the cables are not pin-
green/yellow). ched or damaged when closing.
b)Connect the AC and DC lines according to their 2. Tighten the M8 screws hand-tight.
markings (DC-, DC+, L1, L2, and L3) to the 3. Tighten all four M8 bolts crosswise with a tightening
ConnectionBox. torque of 20 Nm.

2
5 Commissioning

1 5.1 Before Startup

✅ The first commissioning is based on the locally
applicable installation regulations.
▷ Check the polarity of each battery string connected.
Fig. 20: Cable connector
▷ Check the maximum voltage of each battery string
connected.
c) Connect the Ethernet cable of the ConnectionBox
▷ Check the AC voltage.
adapter board (X6) to the digital input of the
PowerUnit (Digital Input/DRM 0).
d)Make sure that the plugs are engaged.

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NOTICE

English
Property damage
▸ Before the DC side is switched on, inverters of device BATTERY FAULT
type 420P0xx.020 must be pre-charged. The recommen-
ded precharge resistor can be found in the technical
data (see page 32).

Deutsch
GRID CLEAR

5.2 Startup Fig. 21: Display panel

▷ Switch on the AC circuit breaker, if applicable.
▷ Switch on the DC circuit breaker, if applicable. Tab. 9: Indicator and keys of the display panel
Indicator/Key Description
When activated, the inverter completes the follo- BATTERY indicator (DC)
wing steps. On: DC voltage sufficient; ready for feeding
Fast flashing: DC power not sufficient
BATTERY
1. Internal tests (i.e. relais test).
Slow flashing: DC voltage is too high or too
2. Check the connection conditions for the AC grid and low
the battery (DC) voltage. Off: No DC voltage
3. REFUstore 50K...100K starts operation. GRID indicator (AC)
On: AC grid is ok
GRID
Fast flashing: Inverter is in the activation
state
Slow flashing: AC grid check in progress
Off: AC grid not connected

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Tab. 9: Indicator and keys of the display panel Tab. 9: Indicator and keys of the display panel
Indicator/Key Description Indicator/Key Description
Bluetooth key Initialization Right and left indicators flash alternately
On: Connected state during startup.
Slow flashing: Ready for Connection State The FAULT indicator is permanently off, the
Fast flashing: Connecting “No Grid Code GRID and BATTERY indicators flash alter-
Off: No connection selected“ nately.
FAULT indicator
On: Inverter in error state and not feeding 5.3 Configuring Inverters with the Mobile App
FAULT
in
REFUset
Flashing: User-off mode
Off: No error With the mobile app REFUset for iOS or Android
CLEAR key platforms, all necessary settings can be made.
▸ To acknowledge an error, press the key
CLEAR At the first start-up of the inverter, REFUset will
briefly (less than 5 seconds).
▸ Press and hold the key for more than
show the initial inverter setup screen for these set-
5 seconds to enable or disable user tings:
clearance (test mode). When the mode ∘ Country of installation
is active, the Clear key and Fault indi- ∘ Grid code (if more than one for the selected country)
cator flash rapidly at the same time. ∘ Nominal Grid voltage
Update state The FAULT indicator is permanently on, the
GRID and BATTERY indicators flash alter-
Optional settings:
nately.
∘ Permanent Power limitation
∘ Remote Stop Signal

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∘ Network settings RS485 ➪ PowerUnit is paired automatically and shown in the
∘ Network settings Ethernet REFUset app. Bluetooth button illuminates blue.

English
REFUset also offers more functionality like error 5.4 Configuring Inverters with the REFUset PC
log file, performance data diagrams and extended set- Software
tings. With the PC software REFUset, firmware updates

Deutsch
NOTICE can be carried out and country-specific inverter para-
meters can be set. The connection between PC and
▸ For certain settings, you need a personal password,
which is provided from REFU Elektronik GmbH on re- inverter can be established via Ethernet or USB (via a
quest. USB-RS485 converter).

Functions
✅ REFUset is installed on your mobile device.
∘ Firmware update
REFUset is available on the Apple's App Store for
∘ Export of inverter data
iOS devices and on Google‘s Play app for Android
∘ Feed-in conditions voltage and frequency
devices.
∘ Ramp starting time in the event of a grid error
✅ GPS and Bluetooth is active and permissions set for
∘ Average voltage monitoring
the App
∘ Phase conductor voltage monitoring
1. Switch on the AC circuit breaker, if applicable.
∘ Frequency-dependent power reduction
2. Turn on your mobile Bluetooth and GPS mode.
∘ Actual voltage monitoring (rapid disconnection)
3. Start the REFUset app on your mobile device.
∘ Actual frequency monitoring
4. Press the Bluetooth button on the PowerUnit‘s dis-
∘ Reactive power (cos φ)
play panel.

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∘ Power-up time In the 421Pxx0.010 product variant, in contrast, the
∘ K factor (fault ride through) 24 V supply is additionally provided via the AC mains.
REFUset can be downloaded from www.refu.com. When the booting is completed, the inverter is in stand-
by mode. In order to start charging or discharging of
the battery, the operation mode has to be set: start,
6 Operation and Control stop, enter standby, exit standby.

Each REFUstore 50K...100K inverter must be connec- ▷ Set the operationg state with PCSSetOperation.
ted to a separate Battery rack. The external Energy
FAULT
Management System (EMS) is communicating with (St=7) 2

each Battery rack’s Master BMS and with each inverter 4 1

OFF STANDBY STARTING STARTED MPPT (St=4)
independently. Additionally, the EMS can control an
PRECHARGE
(St=1) (St=8) (St=3) (St=9) THROTTLED (St=5)
1
external AC circuit breaker and other components in
(only for 421P100)

3
the system. There is no direct connection between the 3

REFUstore 50K...100K inverter and the BMS, therefore, 3

the EMS system is the overall control master unit of the Fig. 22: REFUstore State Machine
system.
The inverter uses Modbus commands according to Green fields is operation sta- Green numbers indicate the
the SunSpec/MESA standard. tus which can be used by the “PCSSetOperation” register.
external control.
With the 420P0xx.020 product variant, the 24 V sup-
ply of the control board is provided only via the DC sup-
ply. A minimum DC voltage of 280 VDC is required for
this purpose.

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For details, please refer to the seperate available Tab. 11: Inverter Status (St) (read only)
document “Operation and Control of REFUstore

English
Sunspec Model No. 103, Offset: 38
50K...100K”. ID Value Description
In order to control the charging / discharging state OFF 1 The inverter is in operation, the IGBTs
set the required value in the field WMaxLimPct. + are locked/no power enabled, and the
values indicate discharging and - values charging. relays are open. (other conditions: Initi-
alizing, Update, NoCountry selected)
Values are to be entered as a percentage of the full

Deutsch
STARTING 3 The inverter is connecting to the grid.
power. After entering the percentage set the parame-
MPPT 4 The inverter is operating with maximum
ter WMaxLim_Ena to 1 to enable.
power. The IGBTs are active and the AC
Tab. 10: PCSSetOperation; relays are closed.
Sunspec Model No. 64800, Offset: 7 THROTTLED 5 The inverter is in operation with an acti-
REFU Parameter No. 991 ve derating function. The IGBTs are ac-
ID Value Description tive and the AC relays are closed.
Default State 0 No Command FAULT 7 The inverter is in fault state. The IGBTs
are locked and the AC relays are open.
START 1 Start the PCS
STANDBY 8 The inverter is initialised but not
STOP 2 Stop the PCS connected to the AC grid. The IGBTs are
ENTER STANDBY 3 Enter Standby Mode locked and the AC relays are open.
EXIT STANDBY 4 Exit Standby Mode STARTED 9 The inverter is connected to the AC grid.
The IGBTs are locked and the AC relays
are closed.

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7 Technical Data

7.1 PowerUnit
Tab. 12: Technical data REFUstore 50K...100K
DC DATA REFUstore 88K, 100K REFUstore 50K
Operation mode 100 kVA @ 88 kVA @ 83 kVA @ 50 kVA @ 50 kVA @ 2nd life
480 VAC 400 VAC 380 VAC 400 VAC 380 VAC application
Article no. 420P088.020 420P050.020
Article no. (with integrated DC precharge ) 421P100.010 421P050.010
Maximum voltage DC 1 000 V
Nominal voltage DC 750 V 620 V 600 V 620 V 600 V Udc + 50
DC voltage range at nominal power 700–900 V 585–900 V 555–900 V 585–900 V 555–900 V 1.46 x Uac
DC start-up open circuit voltage (charging) 700 V 585 V 555 V 585 V 555 V 1.46 x Uac
Max. operational current DC 153 A 153 A 153 A 153 A 87 A 153 A
DC connection PowerUnit-to-ConnectionBox 1 plus, 1 minus: Connector with button activated coupling
AC DATA
Apparent power 100 kVA 88 kVA 83,3 kVA 50 kVA 50 kVA 0.222 x Uac
Rated voltage 3-phase, Uac 480 V 400 V 380 V 400 V 380 V 180–400 V
Voltage range AC 180 … 528 V
AC grid connection / grid types 3-phases, PE / TT, TN-C, TN-C-S, TN-S
Nominal power factor / range 1 / 0.3i … 0.3c

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DC DATA REFUstore 88K, 100K REFUstore 50K

English
Rated frequency 50, 60 Hz
Frequency range 45 – 65 Hz
Maximum AC current, Imax 128 A
Maximum AC short circuit current 64 A rms (3 period average)

Deutsch
Inrush current (peak / duration) 25 A / 0.5 ms
Maximum THD <3%
Maximum efficiency 98.4 % 98.4 % 98.3 % 98.4 % 98.4 % 96.8 %
Maximum admissible external AC fuse 160 A, gG, Un = 500 V
Maximum permissible DC fuse 200 A, gRUn = 1 000 V
Peak current, Ip / initial short circuit current, 128 A / 325 A
Ik“ according to IEC 60690-0
AC connection PowerUnit-to-ConnectionBox Connector with button activated coupling
AMBIENT CONDITIONS
Cooling Smart active cooling
Max. temperature for nominal power 45 °C
Ambient temperature -25 … +60 °C
Relative air humidity 0 … 100 %
Maximum elevation, above sea level 3 000 m
Noise level < 70 dBA
Environment classification (IEC 60721-3-4) 4K4H

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Tab. 12: Technical data REFUstore 50K...100K
DC DATA REFUstore 88K, 100K REFUstore 50K
Type of protection PowerUnit (IEC 60529) IP65
Installation type indoor, cabinet, outdoor, vertical / horizontal / pole mounting
PROTECTION FUNCTIONS
Grid monitoring voltage, frequency, passive and active anti-islanding, DC injection
Grid separation gate block / redundant grid relays
Residual current monitoring (RCD) Type 2
Compatibility external RCD Type A / Type B
Protection class (IEC 62109) 1
Overvoltage category (IEC 60664-1) DC: II / AC: III
DC precharge 420P0xx.020: no (external required) / 421Pxx0.010: yes (integrated)
GENERAL DATA
Topology transformerless
DC pole grounding not allowed
Status display / keys 4 LED's (DC status, AC status, Fault, Bluetooth®) / 2 keys (Connect, Clear)
Interfaces 2 × Ethernet daisy-chain / 2 × RS485, Bluetooth® BLE, 1 x remote off signal
Communication Protocols Sunspec (Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU), USS (Ethernet, RS485)
Dimensions PowerUnit W x H x D 673 × 626 × 321 mm
Weight PowerUnit 69 kg
CERTIFICATES All certificates are available at www.refu.com

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Tab. 12: Technical data REFUstore 50K...100K
DC DATA REFUstore 88K, 100K REFUstore 50K

English
EU Directive 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU
Product IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2, IEC 62116, IEC 61727, IEC 62477-1, IEC 61439-2,
ETSI EN 300 328 V.2.1.1
EMC IEC 61000-6-2, IEC 61000-6-4
Environment IEC 60068-2-1, -2-2, -2-30, -2-78, -2-14, -2-6, -2-27, -3-2, -2-75, IEC 60529,

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IEC 60034-9
Grid Codes DIN VDE V 0126-1-1, VDE-AR-N 4105:2018-11, VDE-AR-N 4110:2018-11,
TOR D4, Önorm E 8001-4-712, UTE C15-712-1, EN 50438

7.2 ConnectionBox
Tab. 13: Technical Data ConnectionBox
TYPE CBBS 88K (1000V-BR)
Art. No. 940P300.0000
Max. DC voltage 1 000 V
Max. DC current 155 A
DC switch no
DC connection (+ / - ) ring terminal block 50 … 240 mm2
Rated AC voltage 180 to 400 V
Max. AC current 128 A
AC connection L1, L2, L3, PEN L1–L3: M12, PEN: M8, bolt terminals 50 … 150 mm2

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Tab. 13: Technical Data ConnectionBox
Protection class (IEC 60529) IP54
Dimensions W × H × D 750 × 692 × 166 mm
Weight 25 kg

7.3 External DC Precharge (only 420P0xx.020)

Tab. 14: Technical Data external DC precharge for 420P0xx.020
Input capacity of the inverter 630 µF
Minimum total precharge resistance 400 Ω
Recommended resistance per pole 200 Ω
Starting current @ 750 V DC 1.875 A
Duration of the precharging 1.26 s

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Fig. 23:Single line diagram REFUstore 88K (420P088.020) and REFUstore 50K (420P050.020)

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8.2 REFUstore with DC-Precharging

DC precharge circuit

AC grid connection
DC Connection

AC grid relais
DC EMC filter

AC EMC filter
AC residual
AC mains

detection
Inverter

current
chokes
DC + L1
RCD L2
DC - L3
3 PEN

PowerUnit fans

Control panel
Control card

Digital RS485/ RS485/

input LAN 1 LAN 2
Fig. 24:Single line diagram REFUstore 100K (421P100.010) and REFUstore 50K (421P050.010)

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8.3 REFUstore 50K...100K with ConnectionBox

English
CONNECTION BOX POWER UNIT CONNECTION BOX

CONNECTION
INVERTER
PE

Deutsch
DC
PEN FILTER
SWITCH
CHOKE

AC TERMINALS
PE
DC - DC - DC -
L1 L1 L1
DC + DC + DC + L2 L2 L2
L3 L3 L3
X6 Digital Input/DRM 0
X5 3
RS485/LAN 1 AC
FAN SWITCH
RS485/LAN 2

DC SPD
PE

OPTIONAL

Fig. 25:Single line diagram REFUstore 50K...100K with ConnectionBox

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8.4 System

Monitoring Portal

Energy Management
System (EMS)

External precharge

(421P100.000 only)
Energy Meter

precharge circuit
DC Switch / MCB

circuit (optional)

Integrated DC

AC grid relais
Master
DC Fuse

BMS

DC +

Grid Connection
L1
L2
DC - L3

3
PEN

AC SPD
DC SPD

Battery Cabinet (ESS) REFUstore 50K...100K Battery Inverter (ESS PCS)

Fig. 26:Single line diagram Battery System with REFUstore 50K...100K

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8.5 Temperature Derating 8.6 Efficiency

English
100 kVA 99 %

90 kVA 98 %

80 kVA 97 %
Maximum AC Power

70 kVA 96 %

60 kVA 95 %

Efficiency

Deutsch
50 kVA 94 %

40 kVA 93 %

30 kVA 92 %

20 kVA 91 %

10 kVA 90 %

0 kVA 89 %
40 °C 45 °C 50 °C 55 °C 60 °C
88 %
(104 °F) (113 °F) (122 °F) (131 °F) (140 °F)
0% 20 % 40 % 60 % 80 % 100 %
Ambient temperature
620 VDC Discharge
AC power 620 VDC Charge
DC Voltage [V] 620 V 750 V 880 V 880 VDC Discharge 880 VDC Charge

Fig. 27: Temperature derating curves Fig. 28: Efficiency curves

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9 Maintenance DANGER
High voltage
The maintenance intervals are manufacturer's Danger to life due to high voltages that can
recommendations, which may have to be shortened due to cause lethal electric shocks are present in the
extreme environmental conditions. live components of the PowerUnit.
▸ Always disconnect the PowerUnit from vol-
9.1 General Warnings tage sources before performing any work on
it.
DANGER ▸ Observe a waiting time of 2 minutes.

High voltage DANGER

Danger to life due to electric shock. High voltage
The product operates at high voltages: Danger to life due live parts can remain energi-
▸ All work on the product must be carried out zed after isolation.
by electrically qualified persons only. ▸ Disconnect electrical systems according to
▸ If the PowerUnit is tilted forward on rainy or the 5 safety rules (see chapter 2.7).
snowy days or the connection box is opened,
take suitable protective measures to prevent
water from entering the connection box. If it CAUTION
is not possible to take protective measures, Hot surfaces
do not tilt the PowerUnit forward or open the Risk of burns due to hot surfaces.
connection box. The product can get hot during operation.
▸ Avoid contact during operation.
▸ Allow the product to cool down sufficiently
before carrying out any work.

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9.2 Replacement tion of the ConnectionBox when the last screw is
loosened.

English
9.2.1 Replacing the PowerUnit Fans 2. Slowly pull the PowerUnit into the opposite direc-
The fan can be easy replaced without opening the tion. Make sure that the hydraulic rod is hooked in
PowerUnit. the ConnectionBox.
✅ Electrical systems are disconnected according to 3. Lift the PowerUnit with the help of 2 people with one
hand on the handle and one hand on top of the inver-

Deutsch
the 5 safety rules.
1. Loosen the 2 screws of the fan plate. ter.
2. Remove the fan plate from the PowerUnit. 4. Place the PowerUnit carefully on a dry and clean
3. Remove the plug connectors. surface.
4. Connect the new fan plate to the PowerUnit using 5. Remove the four expanding rivets of the Connecti-
the connectors. onBox fan with suitable tools.
5. Tighten the 2 new fan plate screws crosswise with a 6. Pinch off both cable ties on the ConnectionBox rear
tightening torque of 0.6 Nm. wall.
6. Check fans for function. 7. Remove the plug connector to the adapter board
and remove the defective fan.
9.2.2 Replacing the ConnectionBox Fan 8. Mount the new ConnectionBox fan with four new
expanding rivets (4 x 9 mm). Pay attention to the
✅ Electrical systems are disconnected according to orientation of the power supply cable.
the 5 safety rules. 9. Use two cable ties to secure the supply, Ethernet
1. Loosen the 4 PowerUnit fixing screws. Make sure and sensor cables to the rear of the ConnectionBox.
that the PowerUnit is pressed slightly in the direc-

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10.Plug the supply cable of the ConnectionBox fan into tion of the ConnectionBox when the last screw is
the adapter board. loosened.
11.Lift the PowerUnit with the help of 2 people with one 2. Slowly pull the PowerUnit into the opposite direc-
hand on the handle and one hand on top of the inver- tion. Make sure that the hydraulic rod is hooked in
ter. the ConnectionBox.
12.Carefully insert the PowerUnit into the device hol- 3. Replace the sealing gasket with a new one.
der of the ConnectionBox. 4. Carefully press the PowerUnit in its intended place
13.Check fan for function. and hold it. Make sure that the cables are not pin-
14.Carefully press the PowerUnit in its intended place ched or damaged when closing.
and hold it. Make sure that the cables are not pin- 5. Tighten the M8 screws hand-tight.
ched or damaged when closing. 6. Tighten all four M8 bolts crosswise with a tightening
15.Tighten the M8 screws hand-tight. torque of 20 Nm.
16.Tighten all four M8 bolts crosswise with a tightening
torque of 20 Nm. 9.3 Periodicity of Maintenance

9.2.3 Replacing the Sealing Gasket of the Connec- Activities to be performed Interval
tionBox Cleaning or replacement of the air outlet plate. 12 months*
✅ Electrical systems are disconnected according to Visual inspection of the heat sink and if neces- 12 months*
sary cleaning (after air outlet plate has been
the 5 safety rules.
dismantled).
1. Loosen the 4 PowerUnit fixing screws. Make sure
Checking the interior of the ConnectionBox for 5 years*
that the PowerUnit is pressed slightly in the direc- dust deposits, dirt, moisture and water ingress
from the outside.

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Activities to be performed Interval Activities to be performed Interval

English
Checking the PowerUnit fans for function and 12 months Documenting the operating environment and 12 months
operating noise. the device with a camera.
Checking the ConnectionBox fan for function 12 months Visual inspection of the operating conditions. 12 months*
and operating noise. Check minimum distance (2 m) to surrounding
Checking the surge protection device (AC and 12 months shrubs, hedges etc.
DC side) and the external fuses for damage. Replacing the device fans, if fans are indicated 8 years*

Deutsch
Checking the strength of the clamping connec- 12 months as defect.
tions of the power cables and re-tighten if * Shorter maintenance intervals may be required (depending on location and
necessary. Pay attention to discoloration/ ambient conditions)
changes on the insulation and terminals. Re-
place damaged or corroded cable connections
or contact elements. 10 Disposal
Function test of the insulation monitoring. 12 months
Checking AC and DC voltages. 12 months
Dispose of the packaging and replaced parts accor-
Checking starting behavior. 12 months ding to the rules applicable in the country where the
Checking the display panel or LEDs for functi- 12 months product is installed. Do not dispose the REFUstore
on.
50K...100K in normal domestic waste. The REFUstore
For the P421Pxx0.010 series: Test of the micro- 12 months
50K...100K conforms to RoHS.
fuses of the 24 V supply voltage. Open the DC
switch and check the display panel function. ▷ REFU Elektronik GmbH takes the product back
Checking warning notices (stickers) and if 12 months completely. Please contact the REFU Service team.
necessary replace the stickers

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11 Troubleshooting

11.1 Error List

Error Code Message Description Instructions

Isolation Error An insulation fault was detected during the ▸Check measured value and limit value in RE-
self-test before grid connection. FUset.
▸Check the installation of the inverter.
11005 ▸Check PE connection.
▸Check for faulty cables (e.g. damaged insula-
tion).
▸Check the electrical system installation.
Safety Relay Broken The self-test of the safety relays could not be ▸Open and close the DC switch.
70004 ▸If this error occurs more than once, contact
completed successfully.
REFU Service.
Relay Test Bad The self-test of the safety relays detected a
70005
Comm1 communication problem.
Relay Test Bad
70006
Comm2
Relay Test Bad
70007
Comm3
Relay Test Bad
70008
Comm4

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Error Code Message Description Instructions

English
Grid overvoltage At least one grid phase exceeds the configu- ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
90006 red overvoltage limit value for the configured FUset and a True-RMS meter.
duration. ▸Check the configured voltage limit and the con-
figured nominal voltage.
Grid undervoltage At least one grid phase falls below the confi-
90007 gured undervoltage limit value for the confi-
gured duration.

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Overfrequency The grid frequency exceeds the configured li- ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
90008 FUset and a True-RMS meter.
mit value for the configured duration.
▸Check the configured frequency limit and the
Underfrequency The grid frequency falls below the configured
90009 configured nominal frequency.
limit value for the configured duration.
DC link 1 The device has disconnected from the grid ▸If this error occurs more than once, contact
9000B due to an imbalance in the internal DC volta- REFU Service.
ge and is switched on again briefly.
DC link 6 The device has disconnected from the grid ▸Check the DC voltage of the electrical system.
due to a DC overvoltage in the input of the in- The voltage must be below 1 000 VDC for con-
90011 verter. As soon as the measured open-circuit nection. The maximum DC open circuit voltage
voltage is below the permitted limit value, the must not exceed 1 100 VDC.
device switches on again automatically.
RCD Fail The all-current sensitive residual current ▸Check measured value or limit value in REFUset.
measurement has measured a relative or ab- ▸Check the installation of the inverter.
solute exceedance of the set limit value. ▸Check PE connection.
90013
▸Check for faulty cables (e.g. damaged insula-
tion).
▸Check the electrical system installation.

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90020 Initialisation C1 The system initialization has not been com- ▸Update the device if a new firmware version ex-
pleted successfully. ists.
90021 Initialisation C0 ▸If the error persists, please contact REFU Ser-
vice.
SR parameter error The device parameterization was not loaded
90024
during system initialization.
Update Start Operation of the inverter has been interrup- ▸Wait until the update process is complete.
ted to perform a firmware update. The device
90028
restarts automatically after a successful up-
date.
Update fault An error occurred repeatedly during the ▸Download the correct firmware package again
firmware update. from the manufacturer's website and restart the
90029 update.
▸If the error persists, please contact REFU Ser-
vice.
Keep Alive Internal communication is disrupted. The de- ▸If the error persists, please contact REFU Ser-
9002A vice.
vice is restarted automatically.
Update End The firmware update was successfully com- For information only.
9002B
pleted.

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English
AntiIslandRocof An island network was identified using the ▸Check the grid connection and measure the volt-
ROCOF method. The device disconnects from ages with a True RMS meter.
9002D
the grid and restarts automatically after 30 s
under normal grid conditions.
AntiIsland Active An island network was detected using the ac-
tive method. The device disconnects from the
9002E

Deutsch
grid and restarts automatically after 30 s un-
der normal grid conditions.
FFS is read-only The internal data storage is not possible due ▸Please contact REFU Service.
9002F
to a flash error.
DC share too high The measured DC-Part in AC current exceed
90030
the defined limit.
ETH link lost The Ethernet connection was interrupted. ▸Check all Ethernet cables in the system (on the
90031 inverter, router, switch, etc.) for correct connec-
tion and damage.
Restart A notice that the system is restarted. ▸If these instructions occur more frequently in
90032
daily operation, please contact REFU Service.
DC share too high The measured DC component in the AC cur- ▸Please contact REFU Service.
90034 rent is above the configured limit value. The
device restarts automatically.
AC condition The AC switch-on condition has not yet been ▸Wait until the network is stable.
90050
fulfilled (mains frequency, AC voltage).
DC condition The DC switch-on condition not yet fulfilled ▸Wait until the DC voltage is sufficient.
90051
(DC voltage).

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User lock active The user lock is active. ▸Deactivate the user lock by pressing the "Clear"
90052
(PowerUnit) key for at least 5 s.
Overvoltage 2 The mean grid voltage is above the configu- ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
90054 red limit value of the voltage mean value mo- FUset and a True-RMS meter.
nitoring. ▸Check the configured voltage average and the
configured nominal voltage.
Grid overvoltage The phase phase voltage exceeds the confi- ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
90055
gured limit value for the configured duration. FUset and a True-RMS meter.
▸Check the configured voltage limit and the con-
Grid undervoltage The phase phase voltage falls below the con- figured nominal voltage.
90056 figured limit value for the configured durati-
on.
90057 Watchdog C0 The internal firmware protection function has ▸Please contact REFU Service.
been triggered.
90058 Watchdog C1

LT Firmware The LT/safety processor firmware is defecti- ▸Download the correct firmware package again
ve. from the manufacturer's website and restart the
90059 update.
▸If the error persists, please contact REFU Ser-
vice.
90061 Update fault – No action necessary.

Fault ride through Indication of instabilities in the network,

90062 which must be passed through according to
different country regulations.
90071 DFLASH Fixed –

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English
DFLASH Reset The device has lost important configuration ▸Please contact REFU Service.
90072
parameters.
90073 Test Info – No action necessary.

90074 Test Noti –

90075 Test Temp Noti –

Deutsch
HW VPos feeding The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Check DC voltage for permissible range.
90082 permissible overvoltage in the positive DC
link.
HW VNeg feeding The hardware protection has detected an im-
90083 permissible overvoltage in the negative DC
link.
HW PowNok feeding The hardware protection has detected a pro- ▸Open and close the DC switch.
90084 ▸If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
blem in the power supply of the switches.
Service.
HW DcUnsy feeding The hardware protection has detected an im-
90085
permissible asymmetry in the DC link.
HW driver feeding The hardware protection has detected a pro-
90086
blem in the circuit breaker driver.
90087 HW overcurrent L1 The hardware protection has detected an im-
permissible overcurrent in L1, L2, or L3.
90088 HW overcurrent L2

90089 HW overcurrent L3

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IGBT overtempera- The temperature of the IGBT's exceeds the ▸Do not run the inverter at full load at high ambi-
9008A ent temperatures.
ture permissible limit value.
Air overtemperature The temperature of the interior exceeds the
9008B
permissible limit value.
HW error feeding The hardware protection has detected a ge- ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
9008C Service.
neral error.
HeartBeat Protection An internal communication problem has
9008D been identified. This leads to grid disconnec-
tion of the device and subsequent restart.
ComTimeout Error An internal communication problem has
9008E been identified. This leads to grid disconnec-
tion of the device and subsequent restart.
ComTimeout Run- An internal communication problem has
9008F ning been identified. This leads to grid disconnec-
tion of the device and subsequent restart.
ComTimeout Para- An internal communication problem has ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
90090 mInit been identified. This leads to grid disconnec- Service.
tion of the device and subsequent restart.
HeartBeat Safety An internal communication problem has
90091 been identified. This leads to grid disconnec-
tion of the device and subsequent restart.

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English
Under Freq Safety The grid frequency falls below the configured ▸Measure the frequency of all three phases with
90092 REFUset and a True RMS meter
limit value for the configured time.
▸Check the configured frequency limit and the
Over Freq Safety The grid frequency exceeds the configured li-
90093 configured nominal frequency.
mit value for the configured time.
Under Volt Safety The grid voltage falls below the configured li- ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
90094 FUset and a True RMS meter
mit value for the configured time.

Deutsch
▸Check the configured voltage limit and the con-
Over Volt Safety The grid voltage exceeds the configured limit
90095 figured nominal voltage.
value for the configured time.
90096 Safety Test Noti – No action necessary.

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90097 Safety general There is a problem with the safety processor. ▸Please contact REFU Service.

90098 Safey unknown

90099 Safety APP NOK

9009A Watchdog safety

9009B Safety not running

9009C Safety unknown state

9009D SafetyParamInit NOK

9009E Safety APP start NOK

Safety APP reset

9009F
NOK
900A0 Safety Error timeout

900A1 Safety UpdateSpecial

SMS island detected An island network was detected using the ▸Measure the voltage of all three phases with RE-
SMS method. The device disconnects from FUset and a True-RMS meter
900A2
the grid and restarts automatically after 30 s ▸Check the configured voltage limit and the con-
under normal grid conditions. figured nominal voltage.

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English
900A3 SafetyRelay 1 broken The safety relay L1 is jammed. ▸Please contact REFU Service.

900A4 SafetyRelay 2 broken The safety relay L2 is jammed.

900A5 SafetyRelay 3 broken The safety relay L3 is jammed.

900A6 MainRelay 1 broken The safety relay L1 is jammed.

Deutsch
900A7 MainRelay 2 broken The safety relay L2 is jammed.

900A8 MainRelay 3 broken The safety relay L3 is jammed.

External FAN NOK The external fans do not work. The device au- ▸Replace the external fans according to the man-
900AA tomatically limits its power to keep the tem- ual.
perature of the device within a safe range.
Internal FAN NOK The internal fan does not work. The device ▸Please contact REFU Service.
automatically limits its power to keep the
900AB
temperature of the device within a safe ran-
ge.
900AC Systemstart info – No action necessary.

Phase defect The actual current value deviates from the ▸Please contact REFU Service.
A017D
set current value.
HW error activation General hardware shutdown by the inverter ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
A017E during the activation phase. This error should Service.
be corrected automatically.

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HW VPos activation The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Check DC voltage for permissible range.
A017F permissible overvoltage in the positive DC
link during the activation phase.
HW VNeg activation The hardware protection has detected an im-
A0180 permissible overvoltage in the negative DC
link during the activation phase.
HW PowNok activati- The hardware protection has detected a pro- ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
A0181 on blem with the circuit-breakers during the ac- Service.
tivation phase.
HW DcUnsy activati- The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Open and close the DC switch.
A0182 on permissible asymmetry in the DC link during ▸If this error occurs more than once, contact
the activation phase. REFU Service.

HW driver activation The hardware protection has detected a pro-

A0183 blem in the circuit breaker driver during the
activation phase.
A0184 HW I L1 activation The hardware protection has detected an im-
permissible overcurrent in L1, L2, or L3 du-
A0185 HW I L2 activation ring the activation phase.
A0186 HW I L3 activation

HW error PreActiv The hardware protection has detected a ge- ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
A0187 Service.
neral error before the activation phase.

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English
HW VPos PreActiv The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Check DC voltage for permissible range.
A0188 permissible overvoltage in the positive DC
link before the activation phase.
HW VNeg PreActiv The hardware protection has detected an im-
A0189 permissible overvoltage in the negative DC
link before the activation phase.

Deutsch
HW PowNok PreActiv The hardware protection has detected a pro- ▸ If error occurs more than once, contact REFU
A018A blem with the circuit-breakers before the ac- Service.
tivation phase.
HW DcUnsy PreActiv The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Open and close the DC switch.
A018B permissible asymmetry in the DC link before ▸If this error occurs more than once, contact
the activation phase. REFU Service.

HW driver PreActiv The hardware protection has detected a pro-

A018C blem in the circuit breaker driver before the
activation phase.
A018D HW I L1 PreActiv The hardware protection has detected an im- ▸Open and close the DC switch.
permissible overcurrent in L1, L2, or L3 befo- ▸If this error occurs more than once, contact
A018E HW I L2 PreActiv re the activation phase. REFU Service.

A018F HW I L3 PreActiv

A0190 Duty NOK – No action necessary.

RCD Selftest NOK The self-test of the all-current sensitive resi- ▸Please contact REFU Service.
A0191
dual current monitoring failed.

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Error Code Message Description Instructions
DCPrecharge under DC input voltage is too low for the precharge ▸Check connections.
A0192 ▸Open DC switch.
U process.
DCPrecharge NOK Temporary failure: The DC precharge is in- ▸Open and close AC and DC switches.
A0193 ▸If the error still occurs, contact REFU Service.
complete.
DCPrecharge Temporary failure: The DC precharge is in- ▸ Contact REFU Service.
A0194
warning complete.
DCPrecharge fault A hardware defect could be present. ▸Open the AC and DC switches to disconnect the
A0195 unit from power supply.
▸If the error still occurs, contact REFU Service.
DC voltage too high The unit was shut down after the DC input ▸Measure DC voltage.
voltage exceeded the unit's rated voltage. ▸Set the DC voltage value indicated on the type la-
A0196
bel.
▸Acknowledge the error.
DC Overvoltage DC overvoltage occurred. ▸Measure DC voltage.
A0197 ▸Set the DC voltage value indicated on the type la-
bel.
A0198 DC asymmetry DC voltage unbalanced. No action necessary.

DC voltage jump An unacceptable DC voltage peak has occur- No action necessary.

A0199 red. The unit is in a safe mode for a short time
to prevent damage to property.
DC part timeout Timeout in DC part component monitoring No action necessary.
A019A
occurred. ▸If the error still occurs, contact REFU Service.

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