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Growatt 5000 ES without solar panels or battery?

gabvalentin

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I started the process of having a solar system. The only thing that arrived so far is the Growatt 5000 ES inverter. I don't have the solar panels or the battery yet. This inverter can work without battery.
My question is, can I go ahead and connect the AC input to my grid and the AC output to my existing consumer box that is running a 2KWH inflatable hot tub? Basically, can I have it working without solar panels for now and check that the inverter is OK?

Thanks!
 
I don't own a 5000ES so take my advice for what it is worth. Your operation manual should be your guide.

My thinking is since it has to run without solar power at night (thus no input) it likely will not hurt it to only hookup the AC in. If it turns on at all it will run in AC bypass and you will not be testing the inverter.
 
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