APS YC500 User Manual
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1. Branch 7 MC A T Cust ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 4 APS Microinverter System Installation A PV system using APS Microinverters is simple to install Each Microinverter easily mounts on the PV racking directly beneath each PV module Low voltage DC wires connect from the PV module directly to the Microinverter eliminating the risk of high DC voltage Installation shall comply with local regulations and technical rules Special Statement An AC device should not be used to protect the dedicated circuit to the APS microinverter even though it is an outside circuit None of the small GFCI devices 5ma 30 ma are designed for back feeding and will be damaged if back feed In a similar manner AC AFCls have not been evaluated for back feeding and may be damaged if back feed with the output of a PV inverter WARNING Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local electrical codes WARNING Be aware that only qualified professionals should install and or replace APS Microinverters WARNING Before installing or using an APS Microinverter please read all instructions and warnings in the technical documents and on the APS Microinverter system itself as well as on the PV array WARNING Be aware that installation of this equipment includes the risk of electric shock WARNING Do not touch any live parts in the system including the PV array2. 5 gt 9 lt 3 gt D O n 3 2 CAL x D Sala J g 9 Y 0 t 9 en 5 219 E cale 5 Overvoltage Category Features amp Compliance amp Design lifetime Life monitoring via EMA software Grid Connection Compliance EN50438 EN 62109 1 EN 62109 2 EN61000 6 1 EN61000 6 2 EN61000 6 3 EN61000 6 4 Programmable through ECU to meet customer need The specifications are subject to change without notice ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 10 Wiring Diagram 10 1 Sample Wiring Diagram Single Phase tt YOLIANNOD OV N3dO JHL NO Q3TIVISNI HONV 43g CHER NOILO3NNOO 1 x 6 em LINQYID 8 ddd 004834 1014 84 1 1 1 141 1 1 1 1 152 EN 111111 CL 414 283 042 062 YALNOY GNVEGVOUd oL LINN no 1 JONVYO VOOSDA SdV ANNOYD NI1349 1 1 3 341 9 gt rn 20 I 22 Z 2 e cr O e IT z m IMD 2 e r P ad g G R 0 5 23 44 60555 gt lt rm 2 2 m 0 64 2 gt U E 220 25226 23 00 my Mn Em gt Co CHSC 2 42575
3. APSmicroinverter com 0 4 Qualified personnel can use the following troubleshooting steps if the PV system does not operate correctly 6 Troubleshooting Status Indications and Error Reporting Startup LED When DC power is first applied to the microinverter e Three short green blinks when DC power is first applied to the microinverter indicate a successful microinverter startup Operation LED Flashing Slow Green 10s gap Producing power and communicating with ECU Flashing Fast Green 2s gap Producing power and not communicating with ECU Flashing Red Not producing power GFDI Error A solid red LED indicates the microinverter has detected a ground fault GFDI error in the PV system Unless the GFDI error has been cleared the LED will remain red and the ECU will keep reporting the fault After the ground fault error is fixed follow the instructions in the ECU Installation and Operation Manual to clear this GFDI error reporting Other Faults All other faults are reported to the ECU Refer to the ECU Installation and Operation Manual for a list of additional faults and troubleshooting procedures WARNING Be aware that only qualified personnel should troubleshoot the APS microinverter WARNING Never disconnect the DC wire connectors under load Ensure that no current is flowing in the DC wires prior to disconnecting An opaque covering may be used to cover the module prior to disconnecting the m
4. Z I ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com ACBRANCH END CABLE BROWN L BLUE NEUTRAL YELLOW GREEN GROUND Version 2 1 AC JUNCTION BOX ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS TO BROADBAND ROUTER APSmicroinverter com AAA QODOOUQD THREE PHASE ENERGY COMMUNICATION UNIT DISTRIBUTION PANEL THREE PHASE D ac sh 2 DISTRIBUTION PANEL VA 5 a EE 00 11111111 Q E gt z 5 APS YC500A I gt BRANCH END CAP INSTALLED ON THE UP TO 7 YC500 PER ORANGE L1 20 AMP CIRCUIT ES OPEN AC CONNECTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT 4 12 PURPLE L3 BRANCH CIRCUIT WHITE NEUTRAL ETHERNET CONNECTION GREEN GROUND D St 5 WA N b APS e APS Microinverter amp Energy Communication Unit Warranty Card The APS Installation Map is a diagram of the physical location of each microinverter in your PV installation Each APS microinverter has a removable serial number label located on the mounting plate Peel the label and affix it to the respective location on the APS installation map TI Ta 20 L APS microinverter please mail this warranty registration card to emasupport altenergy power com 23 Version 2 1
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6. EMC and is authorized to energize ground and tag equipment systems and circuits in accordance with established safety procedures The inverter and endues system may only be commissioned and operated by qualified personnel 5 5 Safety Instructions Only qualified professionals should install and or replace APS Microinverters Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local electrical codes e Before installing or using the APS Microinverter please read all instructions and cautionary markings in the technical documents on the APS Microinverter system and the solar array e Be aware that the body of the APS Microinverter is the heat sink can reach temperature of 80 C To reduce risk of burns do not touch the body of the Microinverter Do NOT disconnect the PV module from the APS Microinverter without first disconnecting the AC power e Do NOT attempt to repair the APS Microinverter If it fails contact APS Customer Support to obtain an RMA number and start the replacement process Damaging or opening the APS Microinverter will void the warranty e Caution The external protective earthing conductor is connected to the inverter protective earthing terminal through AC connector When connecting connect the AC connector first to ensure the inverter earthing then do the DC connections When disconnecting disconnect the AC by opening the branch circuit breaker first but maintain th
7. Microlnverter amp Energy Communication Unit Warranty Card The APS Installation Map is a diagram of the physical location of each microinverter in your PV installation Each APS microinverter has a removable serial number label located on the mounting plate Peel the label and affix it to the respective location on the APS installation map 10 21 Installation Map Template To register your APS microinverter please mail this warranty registration card to emasupport altenergy power com Figure2 Schematic diagram of The warranty cards NOTE 1 The layout of the inverters serial numbers on the warranty card is only suitable for general arrangement 2 Step 1 5 can change sequence for convenience of installation 3 Warranty is located in Appendix last page of this manual Step 6 Placing a Warning Notice A warning notice shall be placed in such a position that any person gaining access to live parts will be warned in advance of the need to isolate those live parts from all points of supply Special attention should be paid that the power supply measuring circuits sense lines and other parts may not be isolated from the network when the switch of the interface protection is open As a minimum warning labels shall be placed e On the switchboard DNO panel and consumer unit that has the micro generator connected to it e On all switchboards in between the consumer unit and the micro generator itself On o
8. last Microinverter in the AC branch circuit ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com WARNING Do NOT exceed the maximum number of Microinverters in an AC branch circuit as displayed on the unit label NOTE Please contact with ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM Inc for the purchase of AC extended cables when microinverters which are installed space far and AC cable is not long enough Step 4 Connecting APS Microinverters to the PV Module Connect panels and microinverters according to the demand 2 Ff rm GL LA H 7 The inverter YC250 s DC input positive pole connect to earthed enclosure inside the enclosure inverter YC500 s DC input negative pole connect to earthed enclosure inside the enclosure WARNING Ensure that all AC and DC wiring is correct Ensure that none of the AC and DC wires are pinched or damaged Ensure that all junction boxes are properly closed NOTE About A and B Sides corresponding the location of modules EMA registration show acquiesce in this installation if there are different connection methods please email the detail installation drawings to us to register or the A B Sides corresponding component location will not correspond to the EMA position ALTENE
9. of the PV module must not exceed the specified maximum input voltage of the APS microinverter ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 6 APS YC250A I EU YC250 EU Technical Specification Type Input Data DC 180 310W 22 45VDC 26 45VDC 16 52VDC 55VDC MPPT Voltage Range Operation Voltage Range NJ NJ lt Startup Voltage 10 5A 0 2 0 0 D X gt lt x U O 3 3 3 m 3 cic S 3 3 3 3 D ME 5 8 2 5 D D D gt ji 0 IO lt lt O 09 x D lt lo 5 e E 09 g D nN c c D E D 5 5 ct un J 0 5 D I UT gt Output Data TI TI lt SO Piss 0 cio 125519 2 lo lo gt lt D R v 0 x o E e 5 1512 2 01215 5 2 3 5 lt 91 0 ct D lal 5 e O ga 2 D O D njo no 5 6 st o Ole 59 o lt s 09 nln 5 0 D 5 D D 20 eo 2 lt 0 5 3 O 20 5 20 Io D 5 10 s Iis D et iya D 5 D D 250W 1 08A 230VAC 184 253VAC 149 278VAC 50Hz 48 51 27 45 1 54 9Hz gt 0 99 lt 3 14 per Branch Power Factor Total Harmonic Distortion Efficiency Max Inverter E
10. A web based monitoring and analysis system E i Meter 5 M x Distribution Box a Pi Neutral on Ground Internet EMA This integrated system improves safety maximizes solar energy harvest increases system reliability and simplifies solar system design installation maintenance and management The APS Microinverters maximize energy production from photovoltaic PV arrays Each PV module has individual Maximum Peak Power Tracking MPPT controls which ensures that the maximum power is exported to the utility grid regardless of the performance of the other PV modules in the array When PV modules in the array are affected by shading soiling orientation or mismatch the APS Microinverter ensures top performance from the array by maximizing the performance of each module within the array The APS Microinverter system is more reliable than centralized or string inverters The distributed Microinverter system ensures that no single point of system failure exists across the PV system APS Microinverters are designed to operate at full power at ambient temperatures of up to 65 C The inverter housing is designed for outdoor installation and complies with the 65 environmental enclosure rating ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 systems using APS Microinverters are very simple to install You install individual modules in an
11. APS Grid connected Microinverter Installation and User Manual For Europe 5 APS ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC rights reserved Contact Information ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM Inc 1 Yatai Road Jiaxing PR China 314050 Phone 86 21 68889199 Fax 86 21 33928752 www APSmicroinverter com ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com Table of Contents Important 5 NO ood EG beliuu dis Qui Eia do eo Re 3 Symbols replace words on the equipment on a display or in manuals 3 27 11 18 AS M MUN dU ME 4 Radio Interrerence MOI aene IUE 4 2 APS Microinverter System Introduction 0 1 1 2 nnne 5 3 APS Microinverter series 1 44 1 4 4 nennen 7 4 APS Microinverter System Installation 1 8 Additional Installation Components from 2 0 1 enne nnns 8 Required Parts and Tools froM VOUS na nana conne Lacan onda 8 IVS CAN 218 0188 PrOCSOUFI BS NIME EMT OUS 9 Step 1 Installing the AC Branch Circuit Junction BOX 9 Step 2 Attaching the APS Microinverters to the Racking t
12. RGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com b 4 APS e Step 5 Completing the APS Installation Map You need to fill in APS Warranty Cards which provide system information and installation map Feel free to provide your own layout if a larger or more intricate installation map is required d Each APS Microinverter has removable serial number labels Once the inverters are installed please peel the lables off and affix them on the warranty card fill in A B in each of the labels below Cas Figure2 according the layout on the roof Cas Figure1 The warranty cards be obtained from the appendix of this manual or APS website www APSmicroinverter com b Fill the warranty cards and email to APS at emasupport altenergy power com c APS will setup the EMA account and email you information and then you can use the EMA website to view detailed performance of your PV system You can learn more information on energy monitoring and analysis system from APS website www APSmicroinverter com o6 21 1 11 1 1 1 1 LLLI Bloat eet peser epe Ere Microinverter serial numbers 101123458044 101123458045 101123458054 Figure1 APS Microinverter installation schematic arrangement ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 0 4 APS
13. ductors L BROWN N BLUE PE YELLOW GREEN d Connect the AC branch circuit junction box to the point of utility interconnection ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 0 4 Step 2 Attaching the APS Microinverters to the Racking or the PV Module Frame e Umro e a Markthe location of the Microinverter on the rack with respect to the PV module junction box or any other obstructions b Mount one Microinverter at each of these locations using hardware recommended by your module racking vendor WARNING Prior to installing any of the microinverters verify that the utility voltage at the point of common connection matches the voltage rating on microinverter label WARNING Do not mount the Microinverter in a location that allows exposure to direct sunlight Allow a minimum of 1 5 centimeters between the top of the roof and the bottom of the Microinverter Step 3 Connecting the APS Microinverter AC Cables a Checkthe Microinverter rating label for the maximum allowable number of Microinverters on each AC branch circuit b Plug the AC female connector of the first Microinverter into the male connector of the next Microinverter and so on to form a continuous AC branch circuit c Install a protective end cap on the open AC connector of the
14. e protective earthing conductor in the branch circuit breaker connect to the inverter then disconnect the DC inputs any circumstance do not connect DC input when AC connector is unplugged Radio interference statement CE EMC Compliance The equipment can comply with CE EMC which are designed to protect against harmful interference in a residential installation The equipment could radiate radio frequency energy and this might cause harmful interference to radio communications if not following the instructions when installing and using the equipment But there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception the following measures might resolve the issues A Relocate the receiving antenna and keep it well away from the equipment B Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technical for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user s authority to operate the equipment ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 2 APS Microinverter System Introduction The APS Microinverter is an inverter system for use in utility interactive applications comprised of three key elements e Altenergy Power Systems Microinverter e Altenergy Power Systems Energy Communication Unit ECU e Altenergy Power Systems Energy Monitor and Analysis EM
15. fficiency 95 5 With HF Transformer Mechanical Data 40 C to 65 C 40 C to 85 C 40 C to 85 C 160mm X 150mm X 29mm 1 5kg 12AWG IP65 Natural Convection Operating Ambient Temperature Operating Internal Temperature Storage Temperature Range Dimensions W x H x D Weight AC BUS Waterproof Level Cooling For Wet Locations D 0 95 All data at this technical Specifications has been tested under lt 2000m OVC Il for PV input circuit OVC III for mains circuit Wet Locations Classification Z D D 5 15 3 lt 3 gt 516 ct 99 et c 20 lt D ao 2 o 0 gt gt als ee un 4 ct O gt z W Overvoltage Category Features amp Compliance Communication Power Line Design lifetime 25 yrs Life monitoring via EMA software EN50438 Monitoring Grid Connection Compliance Version 2 1 62109 1 EN 62109 2 61000 6 1 61000 6 2 Safety Compliance 61000 6 3 61000 6 4 Programmable through ECU to meet customer need The specifications are subject to change without notice YC500 EU Technical Specification Type YC500A I EU for 2 independent MPPT Input Data DC 180 310W 22 45VDC 26 45VDC 16 52VDC 55VDC 22 10 5AX2 15A Operation Voltage Range tartup Voltage 10121512 oim 0 3 D gt lt 3 3 3 cic S elis 5 5 7 o D ojojo
16. g symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety instructions WARNING This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may cause a serious hardware failure or personnel danger if not applied appropriately Use extreme caution when performing this task NOTE This indicates information that is important for optimized Microinverter operation Follow these instructions closely Caution risk of electric shock Caution hot surface Symbol for the marking of electrical and electronics devices according to Directive 2002 96 Indicates that the device accessories and the packaging must not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste and must be collected separately at the end of the usage Please follow Local Ordinances or Regulations for disposal or contact an authorized representative of the manufacturer for information concerning the decommissioning of equipment CE mark is attached to the solar inverter to verify that the unit follows the provisions of the European Low Voltage and EMC Directives Refer to the operating instructions Person adequately advised or supervised by an electrically skilled person to enable him or her to perceive risks and to avoid hazards which electricity can create For the purpose of the safety information of this manual a qualified Qualified person is someone who is familiar with requirements for safety personnel refrigeration system and
17. he PV Module Frame 10 Step 3 Connecting the APS Microinverter AC Cables 10 Step 4 Connecting APS Microinverters to the PV Module 11 Step 5 Completing the APS Installation Map ins 12 Step 6 Placing a Warning NOtiCE 13 5 APS microinverter system operating 5 14 Poule NOUN arrn E ns E EE A E E EN EAEE EER 15 Status Indications and Error Reporting cccccecccescccsseccesececsscecencesenceeeueceeececenceseneeteeseeeceeeneens 15 OPE MON LED 15 15 Oer PAS c a 15 FM a S NERO 16 9 16 9 mmm 17 a ed 21 10 1 Sample Wiring Diagram Single Phase ss 21 10 2 Sample Wiring Phase cite tra 22 ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com b4 APs 1 Important Safety Information This manual contains important instructions that must be followed during installation and maintenance of the APS Photovoltaic Grid connected Microinverter To reduce the risk of electrical shock and ensure the safe installation and operation of the APS Microinverter the followin
18. n the Section 8 Technical Data of this manual 7 Ifthe problem persists please call APS Energy customer support WARNING Do not attempt to repair the APS microinverter If troubleshooting methods fail please return the microinverter to your distributor for replacement 7 Maintenance No need to Maintenance 8 Replace a microinverter Follow the procedure to replace a failed APS microinverter 1 Disconnecting the APS microinverter from the PV Module inthe order shown below 1 Disconnect the AC by opening the branch circuit breaker 2 Cover the module with an opaque cover 3 Disconnect the first AC connector in the branch circuit 4 Disconnect the PV module DC wire connectors from the microinverter 5 Remove the microinverter from the PV array racking 2 Install a replacement microinverter to the rack 3 Connect the AC cable of the replacement microinverter and the neighboring microinverters to complete the branch circuit connections 4 Close the branch circuit breaker and verify operation of the replacement microinverter ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 9 Technical Data WARNING Be sure to verify the voltage and current specifications of your PV module match with those of the microinverter WARNING You must match the DC operating voltage range of the PV module with the allowable input voltage range of the APS microinverter WARNING The maximum open circuit voltage
19. odule WARNING Always disconnect AC power before disconnecting the PV module wires from the APS microinverter The AC connector of the first microinverter in a branch circuit is suitable as a disconnecting means once the AC branch circuit breaker in the load center has been opened WARNING The APS microinverter is powered by PV module DC power Make sure you disconnect and reconnect the DC connections to watch for the three short LED flashes gt eee ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 Troubleshooting non operating APS microinverter To troubleshoot a non operating APS microinverter follow the steps below in order 1 Verify the utility voltage and frequency are within ranges shown in the in section 8 Technical Data of this manual 2 Check the connection to the utility grid Verify utility power is present at the inverter in question by removing AC then DC power Never disconnect the DC wires while the microinverter is producing power Re connect the DC module connectors and watch for three short LED flashes 3 Check the AC branch circuit interconnection between all the microinverters Verify each inverter is energized by the utility grid as described in the previous step 4 Make sure that any AC breaker are functioning properly and are closed 5 Check the DC connections between the microinverter and the PV module 6 Verify the PV module DC voltage is within the allowable range shown i
20. r in the micro generator itself e At all points of isolation for the micro generator Do not work on this equipment until it is isolated from both mains and on site generation supplies Isolate on site generator __ connector Isolate mains supply at AC connector ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 5 APS microinverter system operating instructions To operate the APS microinverter PV system 1 Turn ON the AC circuit breaker on each microinverter AC branch circuit 2 Turn ON the main utility grid AC circuit breaker Your system will start producing power after a two minute waiting time NOTE Once DC power is applied the Status LED of each microinverter will blink green three times to indicate normal start up operation NOTE Once AC power is applied about current and 25VA W power for each microinverter may be measured with a meter This Current and Power are Reactive inverters ARE NOT operating After an over 60s waiting time the inverters will start operation 3 The APS microinverters will start to send performance data over the power line to the ECU The time required for all the microinverters in the system to report to the ECU will vary with the number of microinverters in the system You can verify proper operation of the APS microinverters via the ECU See the ECU Installation and Operation Manual for more information ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS
21. when the system has been connected to the electrical grid NOTE Strongly recommend to install Surge protection Devices in the dedicated meter box Additional Installation Components from APS Protective branch end cap sold separately 1 per branch AC branch end cable sold separately 1 per branch Required Parts and Tools from you In addition to your PV array and its associated hardware you will need the following items e AC connection junction box e Mounting hardware suitable for module racking e Sockets and wrenches for mounting hardware e Continuous grounding conductor and grounding washers e A Phillips screwdriver A torque wrench APSmicroinverter com ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS b4 APS Installation Procedures circuit until you have completed all of the installation procedures as described in the WARNING Do connect APS Microinverters to the utility grid or energize the following sections For bracket installation after the completion of system installation rendering as follows Go to distribution Step 1 Installing the AC Branch Circuit Junction Box a Install an appropriate junction box at a suitable location on the PV racking system typically at the end of a branch of modules b Connect the open wire end of the AC branch end cable into the junction box using an appropriate gland or strain relief fitting c Wire the con
22. y combination of module quantity orientation type and power rate The Ground wire PE of the AC cable is connected to the chassis inside of the Microinverter eliminating the installation of grounding wire The APS Microinverter system provides smart system performance monitoring and analysis The APS Energy Communication Unit ECU is installed by simply plugging it into any wall outlet and providing an Ethernet or Wi Fi connection to a broadband router or modem After installing the ECU the full network of APS Microinverters automatically reports to the APS Energy Monitor and Analysis EMA web server The EMA software displays performance trends informs you of abnormal events and controls system shutdown when it is needed ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM INC APS APSmicroinverter com 5 5 3 APS Microinverter series Introduction The APS series Microinverters connect with the single phase grid and can also use multiple APS Microinverters in the form of single phase grid to achieve three phase grid and operate with most 60 72 cell solar modules For more information please see the section 9 Technical Date of this manual or sign in APS website to obtain a solar panel list which can match with APS Microinverters www APSmicroinverter com Model Max AC grid PV Module Module Connector Number Per branch 14 per MC 4 Type or Customize 7 per MC 4 Type or Customize 14 MC AT Customize YC2501 50 2 230 60 72
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