SOLARMAN App Setup for the Fortress Power Solo 6.5K Inverter
Step-by-step instructions to properly connect, configure, and monitor your Solo 6.5K inverter using the SOLARMAN mobile app.
Getting Started with the SOLARMAN Apps
This page walks you through the required steps to properly set up and connect your Fortress Power Solo 6.5K inverter using the SOLARMAN mobile app. SOLARMAN is a third-party monitoring platform. The instructions below will help ensure your system is configured correctly for monitoring, performance visibility, and long-term reliability.
Download the SOLARMAN Smart App
Download the SOLARMAN Business App
Homeowner / System Owner Setup
Step 1: Install the SOLARMAN App and Create an Account
Download the SOLARMAN Smart Homeowner app on your mobile device or visit www.solarmanpv.com to create your account. Use the link below to follow the recommended setup process and ensure your account is created correctly before moving to the next step.
(Detailed instructions available in the PDF below. Instructional videos are also provided for additional guidance.)
Step 2: Log In and Grant Monitoring Access
Once your account is created, log in using your registered credentials to access the SOLARMAN platform. To ensure proper system support, you should grant authorization to your installer so they can remotely monitor system performance, assist with troubleshooting, and perform firmware updates when needed. Fortress Power also recommends granting authorization to Fortress Power to allow our technical support team to assist with customer care if required.
(Detailed instructions available in the PDF below. An additional video walkthrough is provided for this step.)
Installer Setup
Step 1: Install the SOLARMAN App and Create an Account
Create an installer account using the SOLARMAN Business app by following the instructions in the documents linked below. Once the homeowner adds you as an authorized user, you will be able to access the site, monitor system performance, perform remote diagnostics, and complete firmware updates as needed.
(Detailed instructions available in the PDF below. Instructional videos are also provided for additional guidance.)
Step 2: Commission the System
After receiving authorization from the homeowner, commission the system using the SOLARMAN Business app or directly through the inverter’s LCD interface. Both commissioning methods are supported. Refer to the user manual linked below for detailed procedures and commissioning requirements.
Step 3: Review Default Inverter Settings
The Solo 6.5K inverter ships with a pre-loaded firmware configuration that includes the following default parameters:
- Battery type: Lithium-ion (16 cells) *
- Communication protocol: Fortress Power
- Low voltage cut-off: 20%
- High voltage cut-off: 100%
- Operating mode: Self-consumption (SBU)
If any of these parameters need to be adjusted, refer to the user manual for configuration guidance. Performing a factory reset will restore the inverter to the default settings listed above.
* eVault MAX, eFlex MAX, and eBoost batteries use 16 cells. The eForce battery uses a 15-cell configuration.