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Chapter 1: Introducing the SolarEdge Power Harvesting System
Installation Procedure
The following is the procedure for installing and setting up a new SolarEdge site. Many of these also apply to modification of an existing site.
1. Connecting Power Optimizers in Strings, page 21
2. Recording power optimizer serial numbers (optional), page 49
3. Mounting the inverter, 28
4. Connecting the strings and the AC to the Safety Switch, 33.
5. Commissioning and activating the installation, page 43
6. Connecting the inverter to the SolarEdge monitoring portal, page 49
7. Configuring the inverter, page 50
Installation Equipment List
Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge system. The following is a recommendation of the equipment needed for installation:
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Allen screwdriver for 5mm screw type for the inverter cover and Safety Switch cover
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Allen screwdriver for 5mm screw type for the inverter side screw
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Allen screwdriver for M6/M8 screw types
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Standard flat-head screwdrivers set
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Cordless drill or screwdriver and bits suitable for the surface on which the inverter will be installed and for opening the Safety Switch knockouts
Suitable hardware for attaching the inverter mounting bracket to the surface to which it will be connected
1/4" or 5/16” stainless bolts, nuts, and washers for attaching the power optimizer to the racking
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Wire cutters
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Wire strippers
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Voltmeter
For installing the communication options, you may also need the following:
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For Ethernet:
o CAT5/6 twisted pair Ethernet cable with RJ45 connector.
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If using a CAT5/6 cable spool: RJ45 plug and RJ45 crimper
SolarEdge-Installation Guide MAN-01-00002-4.0
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