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Solectria PVI 50KW to 100KW Installation Manual

1. 30 D COMMIS SIOMNS the VOT Cl a ee a ae een ee ECC M EPRURDE 32 DL Turbine one WY OG OF a aan en 32 D 2 DORA PRENNE 33 SES CUS OTM Cie MAS Oars cin a eee TO 33 6 Inverter Control and Communications in the PVI 50 100 34 D CNN COS ei 36 Bed BUON De teg euo NI RI ET ed en S 37 AMD m 38 D o ACCOSSIDP TRO MENU a datas E edi a ceeKe wee 38 6 4 Navigating the Menu Structure uie r tra erre Ea ERR En okay QE CEXR E PENE VEN e EFE PRAE Fa UTR U S e Esa eds 39 6 5 Displaying Inverter Measurements sise 40 6 6 CONTONE the WAV CI OP sess a ae 42 6 7 Stopping and Starting the Inverter sise 43 QUICKSIOD e SCAU TET 43 6 8 Accessing Password Protected Functions ss 44 6 9 Changing the Inverter PassWord seriinin iaie Ri qug ane a gata Fe ERR Eva LUR c rov Y Ru Rura eI 45 6 10 Changing Voltage and Frequency Trip Settings 46 DOCR 070233 Page 5 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 Il Establishing Ethernet COMMe CEIVIDV eus cette xci tet ute endettement 49 6 12 Setting Up TCP IP NebWOELKIDB iria Eoo Ero IS HE NN Oo Poe opa Een HOC MITIS 50 53 Viewine CurrentXcP TP Setting S niis rco une AR D diam 50 6 14 Manually Configuring Network Settings ss 52 6 15 Automatically Configuring Network Settings ss 55 b I6 Ssttunegfallback IP AGO 655 EE T EO son atu aus edit ont 56 6 17 Enabling SolrenView Web based Monitoring 59 6 18 Viewing and setting the Date Time cc
2. 4 14 1 0 AWG ABO Ground Bar 40 in Ibs Ground Lug om 14 6 AWG 10 n th Ground Lug 6AWG 250kcmil 275 in Ibs See Table 4 6 to determine the DC disconnect switch type by inverter model Table 4 2 DC Ground Conductor Sizes amp Torques 6AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs DOCR 070233 Page 17 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 4 AC Power Connections NOTE Each AC lug is designed for single conductor use only Where multiple lugs per phase are provided each lug is designed for single conductor use only NOTE Note that each inverter power rating is offered with the option of either a fused or unfused AC disconnect switch The installer should refer to the current requirements for the specific inverter power rating AC voltage and disconnect switch type fused unfused to determine the appropriate wire sizes NOTE The phase rotation of the grid connections to the inverter must follow the L1 A L2 B and L3 C clockwise order gt NOTE When a fused AC disconnect switch is not provided overcurrent protection of AC power output cables shall be provided by others according to local state and national code requirements The PVI 50 100KW models come with either a standard AC disconnect switch without fuses or optional fused AC disconnect switch depending on what was ordered The AC Power Wiring connections are made within the inverter s AC disconnect switch as shown below
3. During normal inverter operation the Main Display shows AC Energy Eac and AC Power Pac The display updates every few seconds with new data from the inverter Units are dynamically displayed based on the energy and power levels 6 3 Accessing the Menu From the Main Display press the ENTER button to access the menu RENEWABLES 3 SOLECTRIA Figure 6 5 Main Menu DOCR 070233 Page 38 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 4 Navigating the Menu Structure The Main Menu allows the user to configure monitor and control inverter functions The selected menu option is shown with an arrow on the left Please note that the display only shows two menu options at a time and will scroll to show the other options 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config Fa Meter Info Press the DOWN or UP button to change the selected menu option as indicated by the arrow 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Press the ENTER button to activate the selected function or submenu Hint All menus wrap around Pressing the UP button when the at the top of a menu will select the bottom most menu option Pressing the DOWN button when at the bottom of a menu will select the top most menu option DOCR 070233 Page 39 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 5 Displaying Inverter Measurements 1 From the Main Menu select the
4. For three phase inverters 10kW and higher Solectria Renewables covers parts travel and labor necessary to repair the product and shipment of parts to and from the customer via a Solectria Renewables selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States Canada and Mexico For Alaska Hawaii and all other installation locations Solectria Renewables will supply necessary parts as needed for warranty repairs however travel is not included Contact Solectria Renewables customer service for details on the freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States Canada and Mexico Obtaining Service If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service contact your distributor or dealer installer If you are unable to contact your distributor or dealer installer or the distributor or dealer installer is unable to provide service contact Solectria Renewables directly at the number listed on the website in the customer service section for your product Solectria Renewables may send personnel to a jobsite or contract with an area technician installer or other authorized trained service personnel to service replace components Reimbursement for contracted services Solectria Renewables will submit a purchase order to the designated service personnel before work is performed This purchase order will cover time expected for the required service and most likely an allocation for travel time
5. Note that the AC disconnect switches of PVI 50 100KW inverters are load break rated Fig 4 3 AC Power Connections 200A Fig 4 4 AC Power Connections 400A 200A Unfused AC Disconnect Switch Shown 400A Unfused AC Disconnect Switch Shown DOCR 070233 Page 18 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters AC Cable Entry The AC cable entry location depends on the AC disconnect switch current rating and orientation side facing or forward facing Use the following tables to determine which disconnect switch your inverter uses and then refer to the customer interface drawing DOCR 070190 for AC cable entry locations AC Voltage Drop AC voltage drop should be minimized to avoid nuisance tripping resulting from increased AC voltage seen at the inverter s output terminals as the inverter feeds current into the grid Minimizing AC voltage drop also results in higher system efficiency An AC voltage drop of less than 196 is recommended DOCR 070233 Page 19 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters The table below pertains to the standard AC disconnect switches without fuses It includes requirements for the AC conductor size the number of terminals available proper terminal torque and AC disconnect switch current ratings for all PVI 50 100KW inverter models The PE models use the same AC disconnect switches as the standard models s gan TERMINALS mean
6. PVI 50KW PVI 60KW PVI 75KW Strike Voltage Standard PW 85 KW 4 _ Strike Voltage LV Option PVI 100KW i dud c Tu O lm o c U et 300 325 350 375 400 425 450 475 500 525 550 575 600 625 DC Input Voltage VDC Figure 8 1 AC Output Power vs DC Input Voltage of PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters DOCR 070233 Page 89 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 8 4 Internal Circuit Diagram The basic power flow within the PVI 5OKW 100KW series inverters is shown in the simplified one line diagram below Note that grounding and GFDI circuit is not depicted 75 kVA PVI 50KW 60KW or 112kVA PVI 75KW 85KW 100KW or Fused or Breaker 100kVA PVI 75KW PE 85KW PE 100KW PE DC Subcombiner 208 Delta to 208V 240V 480V or 600V Wye Transformer AC Disconnect Optional Fuses Optional DMGI 460 LC Filter Magnetic Power Stage Contactor Neutral Kit Optional Grounding and DC ground fault protection not shown fully insulated from ground Typical Internal Circuit Diagram 3t SOLEC TRIA Solectria PVI 50KW 60KW 75KW 85KW 100KW Utility Interactive Inverter Lawrence MA 01843 Preliminary A 878 683 8700 msema SNE NIS ser 10 Figure 8 2 Simplified One Line Diagram of PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters DOCR 070233 Page 90 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 9
7. DO NOT TOUCH any equipment including but not limited to the inverter the PV array disconnect switch the PV array combiners the PV panels the PV racking system Immediately contact the installer or another qualified person to locate and repair the source of the ground fault Wait for the inverter to restart Check for grid voltage on all phases Swap two of the phase wire positions at the inverter AC wiring terminals in the AC disconnect switch then restart The inverter will hold the DC voltage at this level until Vmpp increases Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Verify that there is AC voltage on all phases at the inverter and all fuses are intact Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 7 2 Troubleshooting A WARNING These troubleshooting instructions are for use by qualified per
8. Direct returns may be performed according to the Solectria Renewables Return Material Authorization Policy In any warranty claim dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Solectria Renewables DOCR 070233 Page 81 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user or The dated distributor or dealer installer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer OEM status or The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty Solectria Renewables provides technical assistance Monday Friday 8 30am 7pm EST and on call technical support is provided outside normal business hours What does the Solectria Renewables warranty not cover Solectria Renewables Limited Warranties do not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting of the customer s electrical systems These warranties do not apply to and Solectria Renewables will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to a The product if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged fro
9. PVI 5OKW PVI 60KW PVI 7SKW PVI 85KW PVI 100KW INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL 2013 Solectria Renewables LLC C efh US LISTED Intertek DOCR 070233 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters IMPORTANT REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY INFORMATION For warranty to become active this inverter must be registered To activate warranty and register inverter please visit the link below www solectria com registration DOCR 070233 Page 2 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS In this manual inverter or inverters refers to the inverter models PVI 5OKW PVI 60KW PVI 75KW PVI 75KW PE PVI 85KW PVI 85KW PE PVI 100KW and PVI 100KW PE unless one of the specific models is noted This manual contains important instructions that shall be followed during installation and maintenance of the inverter To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the inverter the following safety symbols are used to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety instructions WARNING Use extreme caution when performing this task This indicates a fact or feature very important for the safety of the user and or which can cause serious hardware damage if not applied appropriately NOTE This indicates a feature that is important either for optimal an
10. Clears the Error Counts only All Clears the Error Counts and Error Log DOCR 070233 Page 70 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters List of Logged Events The following events are logged and counted e AC Contact Open e AC Frequency High e AC Frequency Low e AC Islanding e AC Voltage High e AC Voltage Low e Contactor Err e CT Failure e DC GND FAULT e DC Voltage High e Desat Error e DMGI Overtemp e Fan Life Reached e IGBT Overtemp e Lost Freq Lock e MAG Fail e Min Vmpp Reached e MOV Fault e NTC Failure e Open Phase e Power Derated e Power stage failure e PS Wake Fail e VDC Ctrl Fail e Vsense Err List of Displayed Events The following events are frequently encountered or events that only occur during installation e AC Disconnect switch e DC Disconnect switch e PS Config Fail e Reconnecting e Reverse phase amp restart PVI e Wait for grid DOCR 070233 Page 71 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 25 HMI Menu Structure Power Err 8 Rate Weight VAC AC Freq SRV Mode ii m VAC Very Low Reset All AC Current AC Current AC Current FAC Very 7 8 Low DC Voltage FAC High Power Power Dela Reactive Energy Energy Litera RG Meter menu is only present if RS485 meter is detected or the KYZ Temp 1 2 3 Meter is turned on under the Config menu DOCR 070233 Page 72 of 92 Installation and Operat
11. Her aoe co do Een porposai Of pezeucson quality Conio are do cat cede un Cart of hair obigen ics Suis nca Intertek Testing Services NA Imc 545 E Algonquin Road Arlington Heights IL 60005 Telephone amp 00 345 3851 or 847 439 5667 Fax 847 438 7320 UL 1741 Standard for Safety Inverters Converters Controllers and Interconnection System Equipment foer usa with Distributed Energy Resources 2nd Edition issued 2010 01 28 CSA G22 2 107 1 01 Issued 2001 08 01 Ed 3 General Use Power Supplies R2011 IEEE 1547 Issued zZ003 06 12 Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems IEEE 1547 1 Issue 2005 06 09 IEEE Standard Conformance Test Procedures for Equipment interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems Utility Interactive Photo Voltaic PV inverters PVI 50 KW PVI 60 KW PVI 75 KW PVI 82 KW PVI 85 KW PVI 95 KW and PVI 100 KW ATM Issued 5 Apr 2013 ATM for Report 3078439 A01 Page 1 of 1 ED 0E X 15 E kan 10 echt DOCR 070233 Page 92 of 92
12. PVI 100KW 600V 125A 1AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A Table 4 4 AC Power Conductor Sizes amp Torques for Fused AC Disconnect Switches 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A DOCR 070233 Page 21 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Neutral Kit Option A neutral is not required for proper inverter operation hence the inverter is most often connected as a 3 wire system with no connection point for a neutral conductor For the interconnection of the inverter as a 4 wire system a neutral kit option is available As shown in Figure 4 5 the kit includes a factory installed neutral lug inside the AC disconnect switch to connect a neutral conductor When configured with the neutral kit a jumper from the neutral lug to the isolation transformer neutral point is installed at the factory see Simplified One Line Drawing Section 8 4 The neutral kit circuit is fully isolated from ground NOTE When a neutral conductor is connected to the inverter currents may flow on the neutral due to site specific characteristics of the electric service feeding the project site m such as voltage imbalance and voltage harmonics This neutral current may increase the inverter s operating temperature reduce inverter efficiency and shorten the inverter s life If a neutral is connected at the inverter it is the customer s responsibility to determine if the s
13. gateway 1 To enable SolrenView com data monitoring first select Config on the Main Menu and press ENTER J SOLECTRIA oo Meazurementz Set Inverter Inv Events Config Ei Meter Info DOCR 070233 Page 59 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 Next select SRV Mode function on the Config Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES 1 LAH 2 Date Time 34 SRI p 3 Reboot E ES me SEL Mode Kye Reset All 3 The SRV Monitoring function will be displayed Press ENTER to modify the setting Press the DOWN button to change the setting to On 4 Press the ENTER button to accept the setting change 6 18 Viewing and setting the Date Time When the SolrenView web based monitoring service is purchased and functioning it is normally not necessary to set or maintain the time on the inverter The time will automatically be set and adjusted based on the inverter s time zone gt NOTE The date is only editable if SRV Mode is off DOCR 070233 Page 60 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters To view the date and time 1 First select Config on the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config Ei Meter Info 2 Select the Date Time option on the Config Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES LAH Date Time Reboot SEL Mode EN Z R
14. 2 OUtput AC SDecIIICdEIOf Sese dn 2455 4026191013 2709 C13 ads Dee desde der d a dattes eee eee 87 o3 Other SpeciTiICatlOhS LS nn a de te use d nn Tru te uui a ua 88 ou Iptermal Circuit Diag FA odes nite doc aed ae ere a rn iu de ded adeeb dee la ed 90 SADDEPCOICOS ceo da Cem etes ta E teach ie M uM Sp EM MU UMS 91 9 1 Appendix A PVI 50KW 60KW 75KW 85KW 100KW Data Sheet 91 9 2 Appendix B String SIZING TOOL sss ids ees edicta pisa etat Sete eosam ER UE BOUE lacte has 91 9 2 Appendix C COMtACt INTOMMa ION ssec tiat tuus d die tatin 91 9 4 Appendix D Authorized Distributors esee nennen nnne ananas 91 9 5 Appendix E UL1741 IEEE 1547 Authorization Letter to Mark Product 92 DOCR 070233 Page 6 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 1 Introduction The PVI 50 100KW inverter series are commercial three phase grid tied PV inverters designed to be interconnected to the electric utility grid By following this manual the inverter can be installed and operated safely This installation guide is used as a reference for commissioning and as a guideline on how to use the inverter most effectively Feeding power onto the grid involves conversion of the DC voltage from the PV array to grid compatible AC voltage by inverting DC to AC This unit feeds power into a standard three phase commercial industrial institutional or electrical utility facility s el
15. OR EXPENSES WHETHER SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USERS RISK WARNING LIMITATIONS ON USE Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product Specifically please note that Solectria Renewables products are not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Solectria Renewables makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes DOCR 070233 Page 84 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 7 8 Return Material Authorization Policy Please review our Return Merchandise Authorization Policy below Obtaining a required Return Material Authorization Before returning a product directly to Solectria Renewables you must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number and the correct factory Ship To address Products must also be shipped prepaid Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or if they are shipped to the wrong location Information Solectria Renewables needs when you are obtaining service 1 The model names and serial number of your product Preparing the product for shipping 1 Package the unit safely pref
16. Pac XXXX W Min Vmpp reached AC Contact Open 978 683 9700 Vsense Err 978 683 9700 Open Phase 978 683 9700 lt Q e 5 E Jg D goa Pac XXXX W PS Fail Pac XXXX W Lost Freq Lock Pac XXXX W VDC Ctrl Fail DOCR 070233 The internal temperature sensor has failed The internal temperature is exceeding operational limits Internal component sensing fault A ground fault has been detected in the PV array The inverter experienced an abnormal AC voltage condition and is in the 5 minute reconnect wait Grid voltage may not be present The VAC grid connection phasing does not match the inverter s phasing The power point tracking has been reached The AC contactor is open when it is being commanded to be closed An internal failure of the voltage sensing circuit has occurred One of the AC phases is not present at the inverter An internal failure of the power stage An internal failure of the voltage sensing circuit The DC voltage is outside of the regulation specifications Page 74 of 92 PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Turn the DC and AC off restart the inverter The inverter may need to be inspected and serviced by an authorized service provider Turn the DC and AC off let the inverter cool to ambient temperature and restart the inverter Turn the DC and AC off restart the inverter The inverter may need to be inspected and serviced by an authorized service provider
17. Rating OVA AC Disconnect Current Rating 200A or 400A Varies by model see Tables 4 3 amp 4 4 Table 8 2 AC Output Specifications DOCR 070233 Page 87 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters ANSI Factory Default Adjustment Range Device Voltage Limit Clearing Time Voltage Limit Clearing Time Trip Setting Number p u s p u s Undervoltage fast V gt 12 fixed 0 16 Table 8 3 Voltage Trip Settings ANSI Factory Default Adjustment Range Device Frequency Limit Clearing Time Frequency Limit Clearing Time Trip Setting Number Hz s Hz s Underfrequency fast f lt 57 0 f 57 0 fixed Underfrequency slow f 59 3 f 57 0 to 59 8j 0 16 to 300 Overfrequency fast f gt 60 5 f gt 60 5 fixed 0 16 Table 8 4 Frequency Trip Settings 8 3 Other Specifications Operational Ambient Temperature full power 40 to 55 C 40 F to 131 F Storage Temperature 40 to 55 C 40 F to 131 F Automatic Forced Convection Inverter Enclosure Rain Proof per UL1741 Switching Electronics Enclosure IP 62 sealed design Standby Tare Loss 208Vac models 1W 240Vac models 1W 480Vac models 3W 600Vac models 3W EMI Compliance FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A Table 8 5 Other Specifications DOCR 070233 Page 88 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters n MPPT Min LV Option
18. TERMINAL um VOLTAGE Disconnect Switch PER PHASE TORQUE SIZE 208V 400A D O O gt 4 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A PVI 85KW 208V 300kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in Ibs PVI 100KW 208V 350kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in Ibs PVI 5OKW 240V PVI 60KW 240V PVI 75KW 240V 240V D O O gt D O O gt 4 OAWG 750kcmil 500 in lbs 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in Ibs 500kcmil 750kcmil 500 in Ibs 2 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in Ibs PVI 85KW 240V 1 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 3 OAWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A D O O gt PVI 100KW 240V PVI 100KW 600V 1AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A Table 4 3 AC Power Conductor Sizes amp Torques for Standard AC Disconnect Switches PVI 85KW 480V PVI 100KW 480V PVI SOKW 600V PVI 60KW 600V 600V PVI 75KW 600V 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 500 in Ibs 500 in Ibs 500 in Ibs 500 in lbs 500 in Ibs 500 in Ibs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 500 in Ibs 500 in lbs 500 in Ibs 400A 500 in lbs 500 in Ibs 500 in Ibs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs 275 in lbs DOCR 070233 Page 20 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters The table below pertains to the optional AC disconnect switches with fuses It includes requirements for the AC conductor size the number of terminals availa
19. Time not changeable e Fac Low Frequency e Fac Low Frequency Trip Time e Fac Very Low Frequency not changeable e Fac Very Low Frequency Trip Time not changeable e Fac High Frequency not changeable gt NOTE Prior to changing trip settings the password must be entered through the HMI See section 6 9 for details on entering the password DOCR 070233 Page 46 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 1 Tochange trip settings first select Set Inverter on the Main Menu 5 Inv Events 2 Next select VAC Very High function on the Set Inverter submenu 1 Power S5torred 3 SOLECTRIA 2 Inverter ID RENEWABLES S5 Baud Rate 4 WAC Mera High 9 D WAC High Ad 2 vein ign Da VAC Meru Low v WAC Low oe FAC Low a FAC Versu Low 14 FAC High oo 3 The VAC Very High function will be displayed Press ENTER to modify the setting The voltage value will flash indicating that it can be changed Press the DOWN and UP buttons to change the voltage setting lac Hers High s54 U 166 ms 4 Press the ENTER button to accept the voltage setting change 5 Ifthe trip time is adjustable it will flash to indicate that it can be changed Press the DOWN and UP buttons to change the trip time setting 6 Press the ENTER button to accept the trip time setting change 7 Press the DOWN button to step to the next trip setting VAC High DOCR 070233 Page 47
20. does NOT have a master password to reset the unit Enter the inverter password PIN as shown in section 6 9 2 Once the current password has successfully been entered the password can be changed by pressing the ENTER button from the Password screen Second time allows changing the PIN Change PIW 4536 3 Specify each of the four password digits one at a time Press the UP button to increment the digit Press the DOWN button to decrement the digit Press the ENTER button to accept the digit Press the ESCAPE button to cancel password entry When the fourth digit is entered the password entry will be changed 4 The Password screen will be shown again Press ESCAPE twice to return to the Main Menu DOCR 070233 Page 45 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 10 Changing Voltage and Frequency Trip Settings The inverter is designed to operate within certain voltage and frequency ranges as specified by the utility When the inverter senses that the inverter and or grid is outside any of these ranges the inverter ceases exporting power and disconnects from the grid This action is referred to as an inverter trip Inverter trip settings that can be reviewed include e Vac Very High Voltage e Vac Very High Trip Time not changeable e Vac High Voltage e Vac High Voltage Trip Time e Vac Low Voltage e Vac Low Voltage Trip Time e Vac Very Low Voltage e Vac Very Low Voltage Trip
21. key in a safe location in case access to the cabinet is needed A replacement key can be purchased from Solectria Renewables SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRESCRIPTIONS DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES e Tous les travaux d installation lectrique doivent tre ex cut s en conformit aux normes lectriques locales ainsi qu la norme nationale am ricaine et canadienne e Le PVI ne contient aucune pi ce requ rant un entretient effectu par l utilisateur Pour toute maintenance veuillez consulter Solectria Renewables ou un installateur agr e par Solectria Renewables les coordonn es de Solectria Renewables et des installateurs agr es sont indiqu es sur le site web de Solectria Renewables www solectria com e Avant d installer ou d utiliser le PVI veuillez lire toutes instructions et toutes les mises en garde pr sentes dans ce manuel sur le PVI et sur les modules PV e Le raccordement du PVI au r seau lectrique ne doit tre effectu e qu apr s avoir obtenu une entente d interconnexion aupr s de la compagnie locale de distribution lectrique et uniquement par du personnel autoris et qualifi e La surface de tous les capteurs PV doivent tre recouverte enti rement d un mat riel opaque e noir avant de proc der au c blage Les capteurs PV expos s a la lumi re produisent du courant lectrique susceptible de cr er une situation de risque CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS DOCR 070233 Page 4 of 92 Installation and Operation Man
22. of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters d E Power Storred 3 gOLECTRIA 2 Inverter ID RENEWABLES Baud Rate d UAC Vers High Je MAC High Mera Low Lm m LI pie L Low Low FAC Wers Low 1G FAC High aes E IL C 8 Repeat steps 3 6 for each trip setting to be modified DOCR 070233 Page 48 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 11 Establishing Ethernet Connectivity Before SolrenView web based monitoring can function the inverter must be networked to the Internet Customers ordering the SolrenView AIR 3G Router have network connectivity turned on in the factory no additional steps are required inverter disconnect switches must be set to the OFF position and the absence of voltage must be verified by qualified personnel Do not rely on HMI functions to stop the inverter as a reset might cause the inverter to start unexpectedly WARNING Before conducting any maintenance or service on the PV System the To connect the inverter to the network in preparation for using SolrenView web based monitoring 1 Locate the Ethernet port on the back of the SolrenView gateway Power Server 0016 89 8 6 LUOO MOlAUSI OS MMM ON IEU8S Devices Function 5V Wind Wind Dir Gnd Sun Gnd Temp Amb uejs g Buuojuojy eeg awau MJANJA 1 Ethernet port Figure 6 7 Ethernet Connection to the back of the Solr
23. the factory the SolrenView gateway uses DHCP to configure the TCP IP settings If the gateway has been changed to use static IP address the following instructions will explain how to turn on DHCP To configure the SolrenView gateway to use DHCP 1 Select Config from the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config EG Meter Info 2 Select LAN from the Config Menu and press ENTER Se SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES LAH r Date Time Reboot SEU Mode EN Z Reset All DOCR 070233 Page 55 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 3 Select the DHCP function and press ENTER to edit this setting 1 DHCP Mode FOF T 4 Press the DOWN button to turn DHCP Mode On and press ENTER to save this setting Set DHCP Or 5 The DHCP Mode setting will now show On 1 DHCP Mode r 6 16 Setting Fallback IP Address When the SolrenView gateway is set to use DHCP but is unable to acquire an IP address lease it will fallback to using a specified IP address after a few seconds 1 To specify a fallback IP first select Config on the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config EG Meter Info DOCR 070233 Page 56 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 Select LAN from the Config Menu and press ENTER 3 SO
24. 1 AC Disconnect Switch Fuse Specifications DC Input Fuses if equipped WARNING f inverter is equipped with the fused PV sub combiner fuses in DC A disconnect switch must only be replaced with 600VDC rated fuses of the same type Always refer to PV module and combiner fuse ratings and specification before selecting or replacing fuses GFDI fuse A Other Fuses WARNING Only replace GFDI fuse with Bussmann KLM 2 2A 600 VDC rated type and rating See fuse schedule located along inverter enclosure interior right wall WARNING Unless otherwise specified only replace other fuses with fuses of same 4 for complete list of fuse ratings and types DOCR 070233 Page 79 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 7 7 Warranty Policy Solectria Renewables Warranty Coverage Solectria Renewables Limited Warranties are provided by Solectria Renewables LLC Solectria Renewables and cover defects in workmanship and materials Solectria Renewables price for the products is based on inclusion of these limited warranty provisions and disclaimers In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Limited Warranty and any terms and conditions proposed by purchasers of Solectria Renewables products these Limited Warranty provisions shall govern the parties obligations with respect to warranty coverage for defective products Warranty Registration To register the product please enter the
25. Appendices 9 1 Appendix A PVI 50KW 60KW 75KW 85KW 100KW Data Sheet http www solectria com datasheets PVI 50 100KW Datasheet pdf 9 2 Appendix B String Sizing Tool http www solectria com page id 30 9 3 Appendix C Contact Information Solectria Renewables LLC 360 Merrimack Street Building 9 2 floor Lawrence Massachusetts 01843 USA Tel 978 683 9700 Fax 978 683 9702 Sales General Info inverters solectria com Customer Support service solectria com Website www solectria com 9 4 Appendix D Authorized Distributors See website for complete and updated listing www solectria com DOCR 070233 Page 91 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 9 5 Appendix E UL1741 IEEE 1547 Authorization Letter to Mark Product Intertek AUTHORIZATION TO MARK This authorizes the application of the Certification Mark s shown below ta the models described in the Product s Covered section when made in accordance with the conditions set forth in the Cartification Agreement and Listing Report This authorization also applies to multiple list s models identified on the correlation page of the Listing Report This document is the property of Intertek Testing Services and is not transferable The certification markis may be applied only at the locaton of the Party Authorized To Apply Mark Applicant Solectria Renewables LLC Manufacturer Solectria Renewables LLC iiaia 360
26. Conductor Connections Subcombiner with 3 110A 200A Breakers PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections CX Subcombiner with 2 225A 300A Breakers Figure 4 6b DC Power Connection Locations 2 of 2 DOCR 070233 Page 26 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Standard DC Disconnect Switch The table below includes requirements for the DC conductor size the number of terminals available proper terminal torque and DC disconnect switch current ratings for the standard DC disconnect switches provided no subcombiner on the PVI 50 100KW The PE models use the same DC disconnect switches as the standard models NOTE The torque is different for the grounded and ungrounded terminals on the DC disconnect switch INVERTER NO OF Lie tre CURRENT MODEL TERMINALS Tonan Onani RATING GROUNDED UNGROUNDED PVI 50KW PVI 60KW 1 0AWG 300kcmil 275 in lbs 500 in lbs 400A PVI 75KW PVI 85KW 2 1 0AWG 350kcmil 275 in lbs 375 in lbs 600A PVI 100KW Table 4 7 DC Disconnect Switch Conductor Size and Torques Fused DC Subcombiner The table below includes requirements for the DC conductor size the number of terminals available and proper terminal torque for the fused DC subcombiner options on the PVI 50 100KW NOTE The torque is different for the grounded
27. ESCAPE button to cancel entry at any point When the fourth octet is entered the entry will be saved 12 Press the DOWN button to access the Netmask setting Change in the same manner that the Fallback IP was modified DOCR 070233 Page 58 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 17 Enabling SolrenView Web based Monitoring Before SolrenView web based monitoring can function the inverter must be networked to the Internet see sections 6 12 through 6 15 for more details As explained in section 6 data logging is one of the main functions of the SolrenView gateway This option is turned on with the SRV Mode setting Once enabled the SolrenView gateway will periodically update various operational values and send this data to the SolrenView web based monitoring service If SRV Mode is turned on and the gateway is unable to transfer data to the monitoring service then data will accumulate in a queue on the SolrenView gateway This queue is stored in non volatile flash memory After a few weeks the data queue will become full and the oldest data will be lost so it is important to establish Internet connectivity soon after the inverters are commissioned gt NOTE f a third party monitoring service is installed SRV mode should be set to off gt NOTE Enabling SRV Mode when the SolrenView com data monitoring service has not been purchased will result in unnecessary wear and tear on the SolrenView
28. Error first is asserted the event state is shown as On When the Error ceases the event state is shown as Off The second line is the type of the event 4 Press the DOWN buttons to see the next event stored in the log Es 191 15 Uff Lost Fres Lock 2 rell am Off Lost Fres Lock In this example the inverter asserted a Lost Freq Lock error on Jan 01 2013 at 7 10 am and ceased to assert the Lost Freq Lock error on Jan 01 2013 at 7 11 am 5 If no Events are recorded the date and time that the Events were last cleared is displayed Events cleared 1 81 2013 6 Press the ESCAPE button to return to the Inv Events menu Hint Press the UP button from Error log index 1 to see the most recent Error logged DOCR 070233 Page 69 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 24 Clearing Error Counts or the Log 1 Select Inv Events from the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config Ei Meter Info 2 Select Clear from the Inv Events Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Err Counts Err Log Clear Clear The Clear History prompt will be shown Select the type of history to be cleared by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons Press ENTER to clear the history based on one of these settings Press the ESCAPE button to cancel None History is not cleared Err Log Clears the Error Log only Err Counts
29. LECTRIA RENEWABLES LAH Date Time Reboot SEU Mode EN Z Reset All 3 Confirm that the DHCP Mode setting shows On The Fallback IP is only available when DHCP is turned on 1 DHCP Mode n 4 Press the Down button to show the Fallback IP setting 2 Fallback IP 1972 1595 1 11 5 To change the Fallback IP press the ENTER button Set Fallback IF 122 1580 1 11 6 Specify each of the four octet values 0 255 one at a time Press the UP button to increment the octet Press the DOWN button to decrement the octet Press the ENTER button to accept the octet Press the ESCAPE button to cancel entry at any point When the fourth octet is entered the entry will be saved DOCR 070233 Page 57 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 7 Press the DOWN button to show the Gateway IP setting 8 To change the Gateway press the ENTER button 9 When DHCP is on the Gateway can either be autodetected or manually specified 10 To configure the SolrenView gateway to autodetect the gateway from the DHCP server select the Autodetect option in using the HMI Autodetect is the special gateway value of 0 0 0 0 11 To configure the SolrenView gateway to use a manual gateway specify each of the four octet values 0 255 one at a time Press the UP button to increment the octet Press the DOWN button to decrement the octet Press the ENTER button to accept the octet Press the
30. Measurements function and then press the ENTER button 2 The display will show the AC Energy readout SOLECTRIA W RENEWABLES Figure 6 6 Measurements Function 3 Press the DOWN or UP buttons to display different measurement values 4 Press the ESCAPE button to return to the Main Menu DOCR 070233 Page 40 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A AC Energy AC Power AC Voltage AC Frequency AC Current DC Current 41 2 DC Current 3 4 DC Current 45 6 DC Current 47 8 DC Voltage Apparent Power Reactive Power Reactive Power Avail React Energy React Energy Int Temp Sensor 1 Int Temp Sensor 2 Int Temp Sensor 3 PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters The following table summarizes the measurements available Cumulative AC Energy kWh AC Power output W AC Voltage Three phase V AC Frequency Hz AC Current Three phase average A DC Current A 1 2 Only available with SolZone DC Current A 3 4 Only available with SolZone DC Current A 5 6 Only available with SolZone DC Current A 47 8 Only available with SolZone DC Voltage V Apparent AC Power output VA Reactive AC Power output VAr Available Reactive AC Power output Var Cumulative reactive energy generated kVArh Cumulative reactive energy received kVArh Internal temperature Sensor 1 C Internal temperature Sensor 2 C Internal temperature Sensor 3 C gt NOTE Data for measurements
31. Merrimack Street Address 2500 Marrimack Street n Lawrence MA 01843 i Lawrence MA 01843 Country USA Country USA Contact Mr James Worden Contact Mr James Worden Phone 878 683 9700 Phone 978 683 9700 FAX 878 683 9702 FAX 978 683 9702 Email www jarmnesimsolen com Email www jarmesimsolren com Party Authorized To Apply Mark Same as Manufacturer Report Issuing Office Cortland N Y 13045 C nsa ite Rip Control Number 3056249 Authorized by for Thomas J Patterson GCerliicalion Manager Intertek This document supersedes all previous Authorizations to Mark for the nated Report Number Tris Tige eerie m ice DT SU oof barek Clee eed ia pocecichici pureed bo Tus Certification 0 un Lol a intactak acd Ex Chart iriiri a reazorrsibiliy ere Instit ara fini Les Dan era arid condone of the sgeama harak sanama rwr leakbdity ko ary party other Pan bo he Cieni in accordance weit fw agreement foe ey ee epee cr damage cocaina try Hia usa of Loa Buftoruragon Le Hark Cnty Hia Chad ri acdeerizac fo curri coping co dalian of fus Sotsercabon Lo Merk un Eun enhy r s arta e Laa of chutes Daciam mara ra rec to Hus coe bari nui in eg semer an im on Stone ben bo Ber Gry but iar Das o Eta erect narrk For Das als r mctu Rana of a dar uel PES nr GRACE crea fired Se sports in ere bry iclarink bital Farior amp xsenarrurits uri Folle op Services arn for fur purpoaa of wring spores wage ci Uu Casiflicabonn mast is accorder wis rar agree
32. Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 7 Stopping and Starting the Inverter WARNING Before conducting any maintenance or service on the PV System the A inverter disconnect switches must be set to the OFF position and the absence of voltage must be verified by qualified personnel Do not rely on HMI functions to stop the inverter as a reset might cause the inverter to start unexpectedly Quick Stop and Start The Inverter can be temporarily stopped so that it ceases to export power to the grid Hold down the ESCAPE button for two seconds to temporarily stop the inverter if it is running Likewise hold down the ESCAPE button for two seconds to initiate inverter starting if it is stopped Alternatively the inverter can be started and temporarily stopped through the menu 1 From the Main Menu select the Set Inverter function and then press the ENTER button 2 Set Inverter 5 Ine Events 2 The Power Stopped status will be displayed indicating the current status 1 Power Storred Ho 3 Press the ENTER button The display prompt will change to Power Stop and the setting can be modified Press the DOWN button to change the setting to Yes Power Stor Yes 4 Press the ENTER button to accept the setting The inverter will shut down Power Stores SLOPE LAS gt NOTE To start the inverter change the Power Stop setting in step 3 to No instead of Yes DOCR 070233 Page 43 of 92 Install
33. TALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION WAS PERFORMED PROPERLY OR IMPROPERLY Solectria Renewables neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for it any other liability in connection with the repair or replacement of the Product Exclusions of the Policy If your product is a consumer product the applicable law may not permit exclusion of implied warranties To the extent permitted by the applicable law such warranties are limited to the duration of this Limited Warranty Some jurisdictions do not allow any limitations on the duration of an implied warranty or exclusions on implied warranties or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province DOCR 070233 Page 83 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO BY IT IN WRITING SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION PROVIDED BY IT IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT AND b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES DAMAGES COSTS
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35. and ungrounded terminals on the fused DC subcombiner ice NO OF TERMINAL TERMINAL FUSE CURRENT RATING quantity TERMINALS TORQUE TORQUE per Fuse GROUNDED UNGROUNDED 40A 50A 60A 6AWG 2AWG 275 in lbs 45 in lbs 70A 80A 90A 100A 6AWG 1 0AWG 275 in lbs 100 in lbs 110A 125A 150A 175A 200A 2AWG 350kcmil 275 in Ibs 375 in lbs 225A 250A 2AWG 350kcmil 275 in lbs 275 in lbs Table 4 8 Fused DC Subcombiner Conductor Size and Torques DOCR 070233 Page 27 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters DC Breaker Subcombiner The table below includes requirements for the DC conductor size the number of terminals available and proper terminal torque for the fused DC subcombiner options on the PVI 50 100KW breaker subcombiner NO OF TERMINAL TERMINAL BREAKER CURRENT RATING UN eR TORQUE TORQUE P GROUNDED UNGROUNDED Breaker 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A 90A 100A gt NOTE The torque is different for the grounded and ungrounded terminals on the DC 8AWG 1 OAWG 275 in lbs 45 in lbs HE 110A 125A 150A 175A 200A 2AWG 300kcmil 275 in Ibs 275 in lbs 4 0AWG l 350kcmil 275 in lbs 275 in lbs idc 2 0AWG Table 4 9 Fused DC Subcombiner Conductor Size and Torques 4 7 DC Ground Fault Detection and Interruption The inverter is equipped with an automatic DC Ground Fault Detection and Interruption GFDI circuit When a single ground fault exceeding th
36. any service or troubleshooting without prior training Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the inverter please read the entire manual i WARNING SolrenView gateway connections must be made by qualified personnel Power ON Jeueg Server 0046 89 846 UJOO MSIAUOSJ JOS MMM Devices Function 5V Wind Wind Dir 2 D a D Fe U 0 i o s em 3 on lt id D Un J d AJ ITI lt S Temp Amb Gnd emp pd Figure 6 2 SolrenView Gateway Data Monitoring Connectivity Back DOCR 070233 Page 35 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters LED Indicators The LED indicators mounted on the front left of the inverter enclosure just above the LCD screen allow the installer and user to see the current status of the inverter CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL Power SHOCK NORMALLY GROUNDED Ground Fault Q CONDUCTORS MAY BE UNGROUNDED AND ENERGIZED Q WHEN A GROUND Error FAULT IS INDICATED Figure 6 3 LED Indicators at Normal Status The basic LED indicator statuses are as follows The inverter is powered and able to feed the grid GREEN Power O The inverter is unpowered UNLIT A ground fault in the PV array has been detected YELLOW The ground fault must be located and repaired Ground before the inverter will function Fault Mo ground fault has been detected UNLIT 5 The inverter is not providing power because o
37. apacitor bank to discharge before restarting the inverter d DOCR 070233 Page 33 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 Inverter Control and Communications in the PVI 50 100 Every Solectria Renewables commercial inverter includes a SolrenView gateway integrated into the inverter door This device performs multiple functions including control monitoring and data logging From the inverter a user can configure monitor and control the inverter using a human machine interface HMI This HMI consists of the LCD display four buttons and LED indicators for power ground fault and error CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL Power SHOCK NORMALLY GROUNDED Ground Fault Q CONDUCTORS MAY BE UNGROUNDED AND ENERGIZED WHEN A GROUND Error Q FAULT IS INDICATED Figure 6 1 SolrenView Gateway HMI Front DOCR 070233 Page 34 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters The back side of SolrenView gateway which can only be physically accessed when the inverter door is open provides connectivity to data monitoring systems Solectria Renewables own SolrenView com data monitoring system can be interfaced using Ethernet over twisted pair Third party monitoring systems can be connected to the inverter using Modbus RTU protocol RS 485 only To reduce the risk of electric shock you should never attempt to open the inverter DC or AC enclosure doors or perform
38. ation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 8 Accessing Password Protected Functions Certain menu functions can only be accessed after the four digit password or PIN is entered through the HMI interface 1 Select the Set Inverter submenu from the Main Menu Hint This option can quickly be accessed by pressing the UP button from the top of the Set Inverter submenu as the menu wraps around 3 The Password screen will appear 14 Fasssuord HAE 4 Press the ENTER button to begin entering the default password PIN Enter PIH HHHH 5 Specify each of the four PIN digits one at a time Press the UP button to increment the digit Press the DOWN button to decrement the digit Press the ENTER button to accept the digit Press the ESCAPE button to cancel PIN entry at any point When the fourth digit is entered the PIN entry will be evaluated and the Password Correct message will flash if the PIN is verified Password Correct 6 The Password screen will be shown again Press ESCAPE twice to return to the Main Menu DOCR 070233 Page 44 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 9 Changing the Inverter Password The inverter password ensures that unauthorized users are not able to access certain menu functions The default password 0000 should be changed on commissioning Please use a password that you can easily remember Solectria Renewables
39. atus 5 Listen for contactor closing inverter on line 6 Listen for slight 60 Hz hum transformer on line 7 Following the blinking green LED and high frequency switching sound you should see a solid green LED This confirms that the inverter is operating normally The LCD display will show the AC Power PAC and Energy EAC i DOCR 070233 Page 32 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 5 2 Operation The control electronics and DSP will be active as soon as DC PV voltage reaches 245 VDC The inverter will go on line with the utility building 3 phase grid when the DC voltage first exceeds 400 VDC strike voltage Next the inverter will load the array bringing the DC voltage down from 400 VDC Once there is enough PV power to back feed the grid the inverter will produce power according to what is being delivered by the PV array There is a 24 VDC power supply inside the inverter This supply is powered from the PV array and begins operation when the voltage is above 250 VDC 24 volts is required for the display control relays GFDI circuits SolrenView and the SolrenView AIR and Switch options 5 3 Turning Off the Inverter 1 Usethe SolrenView HMI keypad to temporarily disable the power output by pressing and holding the ESCAPE button for two seconds 2 Turn off the inverter s DC disconnect switch Turn off the inverter s AC disconnect switch 4 Waitatleast one minute for the c
40. ble proper terminal torque and AC fuse and disconnect switch current ratings for all PVI 50 100KW inverter models The PE models use the same AC disconnect switches as the standard models AMPERAGE AC de eu OF TERMINALS TERMINAL DISCONNECT VOLTAGE INTEGRATED PER PHASE TORQUE SWITCH SIZE PANIER FUSING PVI 5OKW 208V 175A 2 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 4 OAWG 750kcmil 500 in lbs PVI 60KW 208V 225A 400A 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in Ibs 300kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs PVI 75KW 208V 300A 400A 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs PVI 85KW 208V 300A PVI 100KW 208V 350A 350kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 400A PVI 50KW 240V 150A 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs 500kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 400A PVI 60KW 240V 200A PVI 75KW 240V 225A 208 40 2 2 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs 1 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A PVI 85KW 240V 300A PVI 100KW 240V 300A 3 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A PVI SOKW 480V 110A 4 OAWG 750kcmil 500 in lbs 400A 300kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 400A PVI 60KW 480V 110A 480 PVI 75KW 480V 125A 1 OAWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs 350kcmil 750kcmil 500 in lbs 400A PVI 85KW 480V 150A PVI 100KW 480V 150A 1 0AWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A PVI 50KW 600V 110A PVI 60KW 600V 110A 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 2AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A PVI 75KW 600V 110A PVI 85KW 600V 110A 2AWG 300kcmil 500 in lbs 200A 1AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A 1 0AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 200A
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42. d efficient use or optimal system operation A EXAMPLE This indicates an example DOCR 070233 Page 3 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e All electrical installations shall be performed in accordance with applicable local state and national codes e The inverter contains no user serviceable parts Please contact Solectria Renewables or a Solectria Renewables authorized system installer for maintenance See Appendix C for Solectria Renewables contact information and authorized system installers e Before installing or using the inverter please read all instructions and caution markings in this manual on the inverter as well as on the PV modules e Connection of the inverter to the electric utility grid must be completed after receiving prior approval from the utility company and must only be performed by qualified personnel e PV modules produce dangerous electrical voltage and current when exposed to light and could create hazardous conditions Completely cover the surface of all PV modules with an opaque material before wiring them or do not connect inter module cables PV source circuits and or PV output circuits under load e The inverter enclosure and both disconnect switches must be locked requiring a tool or key for access for protection against risk of injury to persons The enclosure includes a lockable handle and comes with a key Keep the
43. d from the internal isolation transformer neutral point and optional neutral kit DOCR 070233 Page 15 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 2 AC Grounding Connections AC grounding connection locations connection quantity conductor range and terminal torque requirements are shown below AC Ground Bar qb T Ll Pa e T j AC Ground Lug 400A AC Disco Only Fig 4 1a AC Ground Connection 200A Fig 4 1b AC Ground Connection 400A 200A Unfused AC Disconnect Switch Shown 400A Unfused AC Disconnect Switch Shown AC Disconnect AC Ground Max Number of Switch Type Connection Connections Conductor Range Torque 200A 6 AWG 1 0 AWG 40 in lbs 3503 4 AWG 1 0 AWG 40 in Ibs Ground Lug 2 AWG 250 kcmil 275 in lbs See Tables 4 3 amp 4 4 to determine the AC disconnect switch type by inverter model Table 4 1 AC Ground Conductor Sizes amp Torques DOCR 070233 Page 16 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 3 DC Grounding Connections DC grounding connection locations connection quantity conductor range and terminal torque requirements are shown below DC Ground Lug DC Ground Bar Fig 4 2 DC Ground Connection 600A DC Disconnect Switch w DC Breakers Shown DC Disconnect DC Ground Max Number of Switch Type Connection Connections Conductor Range Torque GrundBar
44. d the shroud sides and top only do not remove bottom screws and remove the shroud Without removing the vent use a powerful vacuum and clean entire louver vent screen Method 2 Remove the shroud by removing all Philips Pan Head 2 machine screws around the shroud sides and top and remove the shroud Next remove the remaining bottom screws holding the louver vent onto the inverter Use compressed air from the back insect screen side of the louver vent screen unit to remove all debris Re assemble putting all screws in LOOSELY first and then tighten snug do not over tighten 7 5 Opening Main Enclosure DC Disconnect Switch and AC Disconnect Switch Normally the main enclosure DC or AC disconnect switches will not have to be opened for any reason by the user If opening the unit is necessary follow these guidelines WARNING The inverter DC and AC Disconnect switches should only be opened up by authorized and qualified service personnel WARNING f the inverter is outdoors only open the inverter DC and AC disconnect switches when it is clear and dry outside As with any electrical system do not work on it if there is a potential of an electrical storm WARNING Both DC and AC disconnect switches must be in the off position and wait 60 seconds after the LED indicators are off before opening as electrolytic capacitors on the internal DC bus are discharging during this time gt e e DOCR 070233 Page 77 of 92 Instal
45. e 10 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 2 Inverter Dimensions Refer to the customer interface drawing DOCR 070190 for detailed inverter dimensions 3 Installation WARNING Before installing the inverter read all instructions and caution markings in this manual and on the inverter as well as on the photovoltaic modules WARNING Electrical installation shall be performed in accordance with all local electrical codes the National Electrical Code NEC NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code for Canada CEC WARNING Connecting the inverter to the electric utility grid must only be completed after receiving prior approval from the utility company and installation performed only by qualified personnel licensed electrician s gt EE 3 1 Checking For Shipping Damage The inverter is thoroughly checked and tested rigorously before it is shipped Even though it is bolted onto a rugged oversized pallet for delivery the inverter may have been damaged during shipping by poor handling trucking or transfer station activity Please inspect the inverter thoroughly after it is delivered If any damage is seen immediately notify the shipping company to make a claim If there is any question about potential shipping damage contact Solectria Renewables Photos of the damage will be helpful in documenting potential shipping damage e Do not accept the unit if it is visibly damaged or if you note v
46. e DC disconnect switch will remain energized on the PV A side as long as the PV modules are in daylight The inverter side of the DC disconnect switch will also remain energized after the disconnect switch has been shut off until 60 seconds after the LEDs turn off as the DC bus capacitors in the inverter discharge Figure 4 7 Location of GFDI Fuse DOCR 070233 Page 29 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 8 Lightning and Surge Protection The inverter is designed with certain protections against voltage surges in accordance with IEEE 1547 The DC inputs are equipped with IEC 61643 1 11 Class Il EN 61643 11 Type 2 surge protection devices SPD The SPD helps protect the inverter from surges by creating a temporary low impedance path to ground On the DC input separate surge paths exist from positive 4 to ground and negative to ground Each path is made by a separate insert within the SPD A red indicator flag will mark that an insert requires replacement The SPD s can are installed inside the DC disconnect switch Added protection and proper grounding provisions will help protect against utility surges and surges created by indirect lightning strikes In some instances surge and lightning can damage the equipment Please review the warranty section for details 4 9 Remote Shutdown and Revenue Grade Meter Terminals The PVI 50 100KW provides dedicated terminal blocks for customer connections f
47. e ground fault fuse pickup value is present in the PV array or in the DC wiring to the inverter the DC GDFI fuse will blow and a ground fault will be signaled by means of a yellow LED and a message on the front LCD display PB DC Ground Fault Current Pickup i sid 2 Amps PN Bussmann KLM 2 2A DC 600 VDC rated REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME MAKE MODEL PVI 75KW PVI 85KW PVI 100KW Table 4 10 DC GFDI Specifications WARNING n the event of a ground fault DO NOT TOUCH any equipment including but not limited to the inverter the PV array disconnect switch the PV array A combiners the PV panels the PV racking system Immediately contact the installer or another qualified person to locate and repair the source of the ground fault Be aware that normally grounded conductors and equipment may be energized and may pose a significant shock and or fire hazard DOCR 070233 Page 28 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters WARNING f the GFDI fuse blows upon connection of one or more combined strings a ground fault in the array must be located and eliminated before proceeding The DC A ground fault is eliminated when the GFDI fuse can be replaced and remains intact Failure to obey these instructions may cause the grounded conductor to rise to potentially unsafe voltage levels WARNING Even when the DC disconnect switch is in the off position the ungrounded DC conductor leading up to th
48. ectrical system which is connected to the electrical grid If the PV system and inverter are providing the same amount of electrical power that the facility is using then no power is taken from or fed into the utility grid If the facility is using more power than the PV system is providing then the utility grid provides the balance of power If the facility is using less power than the PV system is generating then the excess is fed into the utility grid Be sure to follow local regulations regarding net metering and interconnection in your local area Note that some utilities need to change their revenue kWh meter for proper net metering measurement and billing Electrical Grid Photovoltaic Array PVI Series Inverter Figure 1 1 Grid Tied Inverter Application DOCR 070233 Page 7 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters AC ONE LCD Display Keypad amp LED Indicators DC disconnect switch Nameplate Cooling Air Intake Figure 1 2 PVI Inverter Front View Communications or SolrenView AIR Exhaust Air Output 2 CN DES x gt 2o w u 3 SES S LE m e o ms z Figure 1 3 PVI Inverter Rear View DOCR 070233 Page 8 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 Site Preparation and Inverter Placement The inverter is comprised of a rainpr
49. eing commanded to be closed 978 683 9700 DOCR 070233 Page 73 of 92 Check string sizing ambient temp fans operating vents are clear AC wire sizing Measure the actual VAC compared to the LCD display VAC If VAC is greater than acceptable limits the inverter will restart when VAC returns to normal range Measure the actual VAC compared to the LCD display VAC If VAC is less than acceptable limits the inverter will restart when VAC returns to normal range If possible measure the frequency or contact local utility provider If AC frequency is above acceptable limits the inverter will restart when frequency returns to normal range If possible measure the frequency or contact local utility provider If AC frequency is below acceptable limits the inverter will restart when frequency returns to normal range Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Turn the DC and AC off restart the inverter The inverter may need to be inspected and serviced by an authorized service provider Turn off the inverter and contact Solectria Renewables The inverter may need to be serviced by an authorized service provider Installation and Operation Manual Rev A NTC Failure 978 683 9700Pac IGBT Overtemp 978 683 9700 Desat Error 978 683 9700 DC GND Fault Reconnecting Pac XXXX W Waiting for grid Reverse phasing amp restart PVI
50. enView gateway 2 Install a CAT5 CAT5e or CAT6 networking cable between the SolrenView gateway and router switch firewall If molded cables cannot be used we suggest using a network cable tester to ensure cable and crimp quality DOCR 070233 Page 49 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters gt NOTE The green link and yellow activity LEDs only light when the SolrenView gateway is powered 6 12 Setting up TCP IP Networking Connection to the Internet and to the SolrenView web based monitoring service requires functioning TCP IP protocol This protocol runs over twisted pair Ethernet wiring and requires certain connections to properly operate See Section 6 11 or details on establishing Ethernet connectivity By default the SolrenView gateway should automatically configure TCP IP address from a network router by using the DHCP protocol In certain cases it may be necessary to override these settings or to manually configure the TCP IP settings gt NOTE The network router must be 10T capable gt NOTE Customers using SolrenView AIR do not need to setup TCP IP as this is done in the factory prior to shipping the inverter 6 13 Viewing Current TCP IP settings 1 Select the Info function on the Main Menu and the press ENTER button 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config EG Meter Info DOCR 070233 Page 50 of 92 Installation and Operati
51. erably using the original box and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the following a The RMA number supplied by Solectria Renewables clearly marked on the outside of the box b A return address to which the unit can be shipped Post office boxes are not acceptable C A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours d A brief description of the problem Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Solectria Renewables customer service representative Returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits Contact information Solectria Renewables LLC 360 Merrimack Street Building 9 Lawrence Massachusetts 01843 USA Tel 978 683 9700 Fax 978 683 9702 Email service solectria com Website www solectria com DOCR 070233 Page 85 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 8 Technical Data See Appendix for links to PVI 50 100KW data sheet and the string sizing tool Input DC from PV array modules allowed for a maximum inverter open circuit voltage OCV of 600V DC in A WARNING NEC 690 7 must be followed to calculate the maximum number o
52. eset All 3 The current date will be displayed If the date can be modified an arrow will appear just before the month Note The date is only editable if SRV Mode is off When SRV Mode is on the date and time is automatically set 1 Date Jan 61 2613 DOCR 070233 Page 61 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 Press the ENTER button to begin changing the date The month will flash indicating that this portion of the date can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the month and the DOWN button to decrement the month Press the ENTER button to accept the month Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu 5 The day will flash indicating that this portion of the date can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the day of the month and the DOWN button to decrement the day of the month Press the ENTER button to accept the day value Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu 6 The year will flash indicating that this portion of the date can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the year and the DOWN button to decrement the year Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu Press the ENTER button to accept the year value and save the date to the SolrenView unit s memory 7 After modifying the date the new date will be shown Press the DOWN button to proceed to the time 8 Press
53. ess ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES LAH F Date Time Reboot SRL Mode EN Z Reset All 3 Select the DHCP function and press ENTER to edit this setting 1 DHCP Mode tn 4 Press the DOWN button to turn DHCP Mode Off and press ENTER to save this setting Set DHCP OFF 5 The DHCP Mode setting will now show Off 1 DHCP Mode sO T 6 Press the DOWN button to access the Static IP setting 2 Static IP 192 163 1 11 7 Press ENTER to modify the Static IP value Set Static IF 122 158 1 11 DOCR 070233 Page 53 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 8 Specify each of the four octet values 0 255 one at a time Press the UP button to increment the octet Press the DOWN button to decrement the octet Press the ENTER button to accept the octet Press the ESCAPE button to cancel entry at any point When the fourth octet is entered the entry will be saved 2 Static IF 192 166 1 11 9 Press the DOWN button to access the Gateway setting Change in the same manner that the Static IP was modified 5 Gateway IF 4 4 4 Ej 10 Press the DOWN button to access the Netmask setting Change in the same manner that the Static IP was modified 4 Hetmazk IF AIT 225 249 kl DOCR 070233 Page 54 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 15 Automatically Configuring Network Settings When shipped from
54. f PV extreme cold temperatures for the installation location The open circuit voltage of PV modules depends on the cell temperature and the solar irradiation The highest open circuit voltage occurs when the PV modules are at the coldest temperature and in bright sun Because the PV modules also have a reduction in voltage at high cell temperatures you must make sure the MPPT voltage of the strings will not drop below the minimum inverter DC input voltage in hot temperature conditions Both the maximum open circuit voltage OCV when at maximum cold temperatures and minimum MPPT voltage when at maximum hot temperatures can be calculated for a PV module using its specification sheet PV module string sizing can then be used to determine how many modules can be used in a string Visit http www solectria com page id 30 to use Solectria Renewables interactive string sizing tool 8 1 Input DC PV Specifications PVI 75KW PVI 85KW PVI100KW D Paw meow Pryor aswe nont Ut Standard Units Operating voltage range 300 600 Input voltage MPPT range 300 550 Low Voltage LV Units Startup Voltage 380V VDC ACER voltage DC voltage measurement accuracy DC current measurement accuracy 2 DOCR 070233 Page 86 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters SolZone option only EE DC Ground Fault Protection Per UL 1741 ADC Maximum backfeed current 0 O 40A 300A fuses avai
55. f an RED error or fault Error Q The inverter is operating normally UNLIT For other LED indications please contact Solectria Renewables Customer Support DOCR 070233 Page 36 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters WARNING f the yellow Ground Fault indicator is lit then normally grounded A conductors may be ungrounded and energized Do not touch the inverter as there is a risk of electrical shock For maintenance please contact Solectria Renewables or an authorized installer by visiting http www solectria com or by calling 1 978 683 9700 6 1 Button Descriptions The SolrenView HMI is controlled by four buttons that are integrated into the inverter door These buttons are operated by momentarily pushing the center of the button The buttons perform the following functions To move up a level from the current menu To cancel changing a data value Hold for two seconds to STOP or START the inverter from the Main Display ESCAPE To scroll up within the individual menu items To increase a data value To scroll down within the individual menu items To decrease a data value To enter into the selected menu To begin to edit a data value To accept a data value DOCR 070233 Page 37 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 2 Main Display 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Fac i281 kWh x Pac 498 kl Figure 6 4 Main Display
56. following information at http www solectria com registration Duration of a Solectria Renewables Warranty Period For three phase inverters PVI 10kW and higher and for the PVI 1800 and PVI 2500 inverters the warranty period is 60 months from the date of purchase of the inverter by the end user or 64 months after the delivery date from Solectria Renewables to the distributor or the dealer installer whichever is shorter If a warranty extension has been purchased the term is defined as an extension beyond 60 months For example if a 5 year extension to 10 years total is purchased the term becomes 120 months from date of purchase For the PVI 3000 to PVI 7500 inverters the warranty period is 120 months from the date of purchase by the end user or 124 months after the delivery date from Solectria Renewables to the distributor or the dealer installer whichever is shorter If Solectria Renewables repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the repair replacement shipment to the customer whichever is greater Solectria Renewables obligation to repair or replace a defective product under this warranty is contingent upon Solectria Renewables receiving full and timely payment for the warranted products and associated shipping charges Solectria Renewables Warranty Coverage is voidable at Solectria Renewables sole option if full payment for p
57. ich disconnect switch your inverter uses and then refer to the customer interface drawing DOCR 070190 for DC cable entry locations The DC Power Wiring connections are made within the inverter s DC disconnect switch enclosure The grounded conductor is bonded to the inverter s internal ground bus through the ground fault detection and interrupt circuit GFDI Grounded conductors should not be bonded to ground at any other point in the system The ungrounded conductors must never be bonded to ground Figures 4 6a and 4 6b on the following pages show the locations of ungrounded and grounded DC power connections for some typical PVI 50 100KW DC disconnect switch and subcombiner options DOCR 070233 Page 24 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connection No Subcombiner Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections Subcombiner with 6 70 100A Fuses Figure 4 6a DC Power Connection Locations 1 of 2 DOCR 070233 Page 25 of 92 PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections Subcombiner with 8 40 60A Fuses Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections Subcombiner with 4 110A 200A Fuses Installation and Operation Manual Rev A Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded Conductor Connections Grounded Conductor Connection Ungrounded
58. inverter off and DC Disconnect Switch open moo e Opening the AC Disconnect Switch Enclosure WARNING AC output wiring leaving the AC Disconnect Switch Enclosure to point of A interconnect may be energized even with inverter off and AC Disconnect switch open 1 Disconnect inverter from AC power at point of interconnection to ensure that live AC is not entering AC disconnect switch 2 Usethe SolrenView HMI keypad to temporarily disable the power output by pressing and holding the ESCAPE button for two seconds Switch off DC disconnect switch Switch off AC disconnect switch Watch until all LED indicators have been off for 60 seconds to allow capacitors to discharge Remove AC disconnect switch cover door retention screws St ws DOCR 070233 Page 78 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 7 6 Fuse replacements AC Fuses if equipped WARNING f inverter is equipped with the fused AC disconnect switch fuses must only be replaced with 600VAC rated fuses of the same type and rating The following table includes current ratings of fuses provided with fused AC disconnect switch option according to inverter power rating and AC output voltage Inverter Model AC Voltage PVI 50KW PVI 60KW PVI 75KW PVI 85KW PVI 100KW PVI 75KW PE PVI 85KW PE PVI 100KW PE 208V 175A 225A 300A 300A 350A 240V 150A 200A 225A 300A 300A 480V 110A 110A 125A 150A 150A 600V 110A 110A 110A 110A 125A Table 7
59. ion Manual Rev A 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters This section provides guidelines for troubleshooting and routine maintenance of your inverter gt WARNING These troubleshooting and maintenance instructions are for use by qualified personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock you should never attempt to open the inverter DC or AC enclosure doors or perform any service or troubleshooting without prior training Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the inverter please read the entire manual be instances where messages are displayed on the LCD screen For ease of diagnostics most messages are displayed as an error message Examples of Error Messages Descriptions and Corrective Actions are found in this section Pac XXXX W Power Derating The inverter is in derating mode Can be caused by high input power high temperature AC line impedance The AC grid voltage is exceeding the high limit Pac XXXX W AC Voltage High The AC grid voltage is less than the Pac XXXX W E low limit AC Voltage Low The AC grid frequency is exceeding Pac XXXX W the high limit AC Freq High The AC grid voltage is less than the low limit Pac XXXX W AC Freq Low The AC contactor or sensing circuit Contactor Fail has failed 978 683 9700 The internal current monitoring has CT Failure failed 978 683 9700 The AC contactor is open when it is Thermal disc b
60. is only available when inverter is operating DOCR 070233 NOTE DC Currents 1 8 are only available if the SolZone sub array monitoring option is installed Page 41 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 6 Controlling the Inverter Many inverter functions can be controlled through the HMI under the Set Inverter menu option The power can be temporarily disabled or curtailed Third party RS 485 Modbus settings can be viewed and modified including inverter id and baud rate Inverter AC voltage and frequency trip settings can be viewed and modified The following table summarizes the control functions Power Disable Temporarily disables the AC output of the inverter Inverter ID Serial port address ID of the inverter Baud Rate Serial port baud rate 19200 or 9600 Vac Very High AC Voltage Critical High Trip Setting Vac High AC Voltage High Trip Settings Vac Low AC Voltage Low Trip Settings Vac Very Low AC Voltage Critical Low Trip Setting Fac Low AC Frequency Low Trip Setting Fac Very Low AC Frequency Critical Low Trip Setting not adjustable Fac High AC Frequency High Trip Setting Not adjustable Limit Power AC Power Curtailment 96 Restart Delay UL Reconnect wait time in minutes seconds Password 4 digit pin code to protect settings gt NOTE Data for many functions is only available when inverter is operating DOCR 070233 Page 42 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual
61. isible damage when signing shipping company receipt e Note damage on shipping papers with the truck driver Report damage immediately to the shipping company e Do not remove the unit from pallet packaging if damage is evident e If it is determined that the unit must be returned a RMA number must be obtained from Solectria Renewables prior to shipping the unit back 3 2 Inverter Lifting A DOCR 070233 Page 11 of 92 WARNING The inverter may tip over if improperly moved potentially causing damage to equipment personal injury or death Do not tilt the pallet or inverter while moving it Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters e Use a forklift or fork attachment or other equipment if lifting from the bottom The forks should be set with a 27 outside spacing so they fit just in between the inverter s 4 x 4 aluminum tube feet Before lifting make sure forks are against the inside edges of both feet e Once off the pallet a pallet jack can also be used to roll the unit on a floor Use a 27 wide jack e Alternatively the inverter can be lifted using the lifting tabs on the top If using this lifting method lift with vertical chains and hooks connected to a proper lifting device Please refer to the customer interface drawing DOCR 070190 for the minimum recommended chain length to prevent damage to the inverter 3 3 Mounting Details A WARNING Do not install the inverter on or over combustib
62. ite will be impacted by neutral currents and to determine if additional overcurrent protection is required to protect the inverter and neutral conductor Neutral Kit Optional Fig 4 5 Neutral Kit 200A Unfused AC Disconnect Switch shown The following table shows the number and size of neutral conductors and the torque specifications for the neutral connection The type of neutral kit installed is determined by the AC disconnect switch Refer to Tables 4 3 and 4 4 to find the AC disconnect switch for your specific PVI 50 100KW model DOCR 070233 Page 22 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters AC NO OF DISCONNECT NEUTRAL EU SWITCH TYPE CONDUCTORS 200A 6AWG 250kcmil 275 in lbs 6AWG 250kcmil 275 in Ibs 400A 1 or 1 0AWG 750kcmil 500 in Ibs 2 1 OAWG 300kcmil See Tables 4 3 amp 4 4 to determine the AC disconnect switch type by inverter model Table 4 5 AC Neutral Conductor Sizes amp Torques 4 5 AC Ground Fault Detection The PVI series of inverters are not equipped with AC ground fault protection When AC ground fault protection is used on the onsite electrical service determine if the ground fault device is listed to be backfed The inverter AC output should be connected on the supply side of the device unless the device is specifically listed for a backfeed application then the inverter may be installed on either the load or supply side of the device Alwa
63. lable 2 8 pole 40A 300A Breakers available 2 8 pole I DO O DC Disconnect Voltage Rating DC Disconnect Current Rating 400A or 600A Varies by model see Table 4 6 A Low Voltage LV Units are not ETL listed contact Solectria for availability Table 8 1 DC Input Specifications 8 2 Output AC Specifications The inverters are designed to feed power into a standard 60Hz three phase AC utility service provided within a facility by a transformer with a rating of not less than the rating of the inverter s connected to it The inverter is designed to work with the range of AC voltages for a three phase service defined by IEEE 1547 2003 and ANSI C84 1 PVI75KW PVI85KW PVI100KW PVISOKW PVIGOKW SKW PE 85KW PE 100KW PE rg Operating AC voltage range 88 110 EN Turn on AC voltage range 92 105 EE Operating frequency Default 59 3 60 5 Hz Continuous Output Power 50 60 75 85 100 KW Continuous Output Current 48VAC 60 72 90 102 120 Arms OVA 58 72 8 96 Arms Maxi Faul de 5 04kA P P 1 41kArms 60 0ms duration and Duration Line to Ground F accuracy ACV accuracy AC e qo O O a accuracy A measurement accuracy Total H ic di ion THD otal Harmonic distortion c 3 full power Power Factor Rated Power Anti islanding protection per UL1741 IEEE1547 CSA22 2 107 1 X AC Disconnect switch Break load rated NEMA 3R AC Disconnect Voltage
64. lation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Opening the Main Enclosure WARNING The enclosure can only be opened when the inverter is off both DC and AC Disconnect switches off and completely locked and tagged out Absence of dangerous voltages must be verified by qualified personnel before performing any service 1 Usethe SolrenView HMI keypad to temporarily disable the power output by pressing and holding the ESCAPE button for two seconds Switch off DC disconnect switch Switch off AC disconnect switch Watch until all LED indicators have been off for 60 seconds to allow capacitors to discharge Open handle on door use key if locked aod Before closing the main enclosure always check for any signs of problems such as corrosion loose parts insect or animal infestation excessive dirt dust or over heated or deformed aged looking parts Opening the DC Disconnect Switch Enclosure A 1 Disconnect inverter from DC power from array to ensure that live DC is not entering DC disconnect switch enclosure 2 Usethe SolrenView HMI keypad to temporarily disable the power output by pressing and holding the ESCAPE button for two seconds Switch off DC disconnect switch Switch off AC disconnect switch Watch until all LED indicators have been off for 60 seconds to allow capacitors to discharge Remove DC disconnect switch cover door retention screws WARNING DC Input wiring from the array may be energized even with
65. le surfaces or materials The inverter includes mounting feet with four holes sized for diameter hardware Refer to the diagram below and the customer interface drawing DOCR 070190 for detailed mounting dimensions It is recommended to use four bolts for the mounting feet Hot dip galvanized grade 5 grade 8 or stainless steel bolts 7 13mm in diameter are acceptable Use a lock washer and flat washer with each bolt Once mounting is completed remove shipping aids from the inverter including packing material under cowl on front door packing material between large power cables and the contactor inside upper portion of the inverter and packing material inside the DC disconnect switch enclosure near the switch mechanism DOCR 070233 Page 12 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Fig 3 3 Mounting Hole Diagram View from top of Inverter DOCR 070233 Page 13 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 DC Connections from the PV Array and AC Connections to the Grid WARNING All electrical installations shall be performed in accordance with applicable local state and national electric codes WARNING Only connect the DC and AC power and grounding wires with the AC and DC disconnect switches off and the circuits isolated from AC power from the grid and DC power from the array WARNING Make sure to connect the inverter and other exposed metal equip
66. logged with the last one logged on Jan 02 2013 at 7 12 am l l Bz lil3 Zx Contactor Fail 1 EIZ am Zx Contactor Fail The data format is index number date time and occurrences on the first line The second line is the type of the event Press the DOWN button to see the next Error Count entry Continuing our example the second most frequent error is Lost Frequency lock which occurred once on Jan 01 2013 at 7 10 am 2 1701 7153 1x Lost Frea Lock Za ral am lx Lost Frea Lock If no Count data is recorded the date and time that the Counts were last cleared is displayed Counters cleared 1 81 2013 Press the ESCAPE button to return to the Inv Events menu DOCR 070233 Page 67 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 23 Displaying Error Logs 1 Select Inv Events from the Main Menu and press ENTER 9 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config Ei Meter Info 2 Select Err Logs from the Inv Events Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Err Counts Err Loa Clear 2 Err Log 5 Clear DOCR 070233 Page 68 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 3 The most recent Error Log entries is displayed at index position 1 1 17601 713 On Lost Frea Lock 1 fel am Un Lost Fres Lock The data format is index number date time and event state on the first line When the
67. m improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b The product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations acts of God or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Solectria Renewables product specifications including high input voltage from generators or lightning strikes c The product if repairs have been made to it other than by Solectria Renewables or its authorized trained service personnel d The product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer e The product if its original identification trademark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed f The product if it has been damaged in shipping unless approved in writing by Solectria Renewables g Anyinstallation and operation beyond the scope covered by relevant safety regulations UL1741 NFPA 70 etc h Third party monitoring equipment i Failure to perform Preventative Maintenance may void the warranty DOCR 070233 Page 82 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters DISCLAIMER SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES PRODUCT AND ARE WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES CONDITIONS GUARANTEES REPRESENTATIONS OBLIGA
68. ment in the system to the grounding electrode system through the installation of the Grounding Electrode Conductor s and Equipment Grounding Conductors before proceeding to connect any DC or AC power wires WARNING Only make AC connections directly to the lugs within the AC disconnect switch and DC connections to the lugs within the DC disconnect switch NOTE All grounding and power wiring terminals are dual rated for Copper and Aluminum Wire When using aluminum wire exercise best industry practices to ensure a reliable connection thoroughly clean the conductor just prior to making the electrical connection and use an oxide inhibitor to prevent the formation of aluminum oxide NOTE Grounding and power wiring terminals are rated to 167 F 75 C NOTE When conduit hubs are used for DC and AC cable entry in an outdoor or wet location rain tight or wet location hubs that comply with the requirements in the Standard For Fittings For Conduit and Outlet Boxes UL514B are to be used sy AC grounding and power connections are made in the AC disconnect switch of the inverter The type of AC disconnect switch provided with the inverter depends on the inverter power rating output voltage and fusing specified by the customer i e fused or unfused DC grounding and power connections are made in the DC disconnect switch of the inverter The type of DC disconnect switch provided with the inverter depends on the inverter power rating and DC
69. o grid sensing o Grid sensing fuses blown 1A AC or as labeled inside the main enclosure Contact Solectria Renewables Do not replace fuses as this represents an abnormal failure e No LED indications when the sun is shining If the grid voltage and DC PV voltage is present and no response from inverter is evident o Verify AC amp DC PV voltages are within proper ranges o Verify fuses in AC amp DC PV disconnect switch are good if equipped with AC fuses and or PV sub combiner If it is determined that the unit or any part of the unit should be shipped to Solectria Renewables for repair or replacement be sure to get an RMA from Solectria Renewables and use the same packing method as when it was shipped to you or request instruction on packing and or packing materials from Solectria Renewables to help insure a safe shipment 7 3 Preventative Maintenance reduce the risk of electric shock you should never attempt to open the inverter DC or AC enclosure doors or perform any service or maintenance without prior training Before attempting to service the inverter please read the entire manual WARNING These maintenance instructions are for use by qualified personnel only To For most installations PM should be performed once every 12 months If the inverter is installed in harsh environments the frequency of some items should be increased Please review the table below Specifics and rear louvers connections connection
70. on Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 Information on the inverter will be displayed including the IP gateway and netmask settings Press the ENTER button to hold the display on the item of interest IF DHCP l 4 4 1H1 Gateway DHCP 3 14 60 48 1 In the above example the IP address gateway and netmask values are being automatically being set through the DHCP service The exact values displayed will depend on the configuration of the network but typically are in one of three ranges 10 0 0 0 10 255 255 255 192 168 0 0 192 168 255 255 172 16 0 0 172 31 255 255 If the network is working on the Ethernet protocol level but the SolrenView is unable to obtain settings through the DHCP service the following will typically be displayed DOCR 070233 Page 51 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters If the network is not working on the Ethernet protocol level such as if the twisted pair Ethernet cable is not plugged in the following will be displayed LHH IF Link riawn 6 14 Manually Configuring Network Settings To manually configure network settings 1 Select Config from the Main Menu and press ENTER e SOLECTRIA NS RENEWABLES l2aazumrementz Set Inverter Inv Events Config Fa Meter Info DOCR 070233 Page 52 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 2 Select LAN from the Config Menu and pr
71. oof industrial enclosure containing electrical and electronic components and AC and DC integrated disconnecting means NOTE f the inverter is mounted outside ensure that the enclosure and disconnect gt switch doors remain closed during the installation process in case of rain or snow Leaving these doors open during installation will void the warranty NOTE t is recommended to store the inverter indoors before installation If the inverter is to be stored outdoors for more than one month before being installed and commissioned care must be taken to avoid condensation inside the unit Removing the protective shipping wrap and placing a small space heater inside the unit minimizes the amount of condensation that can occur during onsite outdoor storage Once operational the inverter will generate its own heat to prevent condensation Criteria for Device Mounting e Because the power electronics are within the rainproof enclosure the inverter can be mounted outdoors e The longest life for the inverter can be achieved by mounting the unit in a clean dry and cool location e For optimal electrical system efficiency use the shortest possible AC and DC cables and use the maximum allowable cable size e Avoid installation in close proximity to people or animals as there is an audible high frequency switching noise e Install the inverter in an accessible location following local electric codes for enclosure and disconnect switch do
72. or clearances and proximity to other equipment e Although the inverter is designed to function at full power continuously in up to 55 C ambient temperature for longest inverter life and performance do not mount the inverter in direct sunlight especially in hot climates If the unit must be mounted in direct sunlight a metal sun shield is recommended It is recommended that the inverter is mounted on the north side of buildings or on the north side of a ground mount PV array CAUTION Be sure to verify load capacity of floor roof or pad and ensure that lifting equipment has adequate lifting capacity to lift the unit DOCR 070233 Page 9 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Inverter Model Weight PVI 50 60KW 1 450 lbs PVI 75 85 100KW 1 875 lbs PVI 75 85 100KW PE 2 070 Ibs Table 2 1 Weight of PVI 50 100 Inverters e Installations in most US jurisdictions are subject to NFPA 70 known commonly by electricians as the National Electric Code NEC The NEC requires that the inverter be connected to a dedicated circuit and no other outlets or devices may be connected to this circuit The NEC also imposes limitations on the size of the inverter and the manner in which it is connected to the utility grid See applicable revision of the NEC for more information It is the installer s responsibility to follow all applicable electric codes 2 1 Clearance Requirements e The ambient temperat
73. or remote shutdown and an RS 485 based revenue grade meter The terminal blocks are found on a separate DIN rail located on the left wall of the inverter as shown below DIN rail with Customer Terminal Blocks Figure 4 7 Location of Customer Connections DOCR 070233 Page 30 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters The terminal blocks are labeled 9 13 and are wired per the picture and table below Remote Shutdown Remote Shutdown remate wee Terminal Block 11 Meter RS485A remmatekir Wesen Terminal Block 12 Meter RS485B PRE Terminal Block 13 Meter RS485 Gnd Table 4 11 Customer Terminal Block Definition Remote Shutdown Wiring The PVI 50 100KW inverters feature a remote shutdown input to allow for advanced remote command and control systems The input required is an isolated 24VDC signal that is wired to the terminal blocks on the left panel of the inverter by the installer Once the signal is activated the inverter will slowly ramp down power and then disconnect from the grid The inverter will not reconnect until the signal is removed Typical Nominal Minimum Maximum Minimum Shutdown Input Input Input Current Terminal Ramp Time Voltage Voltage Voltage Capability Wire Size 24VDC 21 6VDC 26 4VDC 100mADC 26 14AWG Table 4 12 Remote Shutdown Specifications DOCR 070233 Page 31 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inve
74. overcurrent protection specified by the customer i e fuses or breakers amperage and quantity 4 1 Grounding The PVI 50 100KW inverter has grounding connection points in the DC and AC disconnect switches as listed below These points are used for Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC and Equipment Grounding Conductor EGC connections PV systems have EGC and GEC conductor requirements DOCR 070233 Page 14 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters on both the AC and DC points of entry GEC s and EGC s should be sized and installed per the electrical code requirements of the Area Having Jurisdiction e DC Disconnect Switch o Ground Lug For DC GEC connection Depending on the grounding system configuration the DC ground lug may serve as the connection point for combined DC GEC and AC GEC DC GEC AC GEC and AC EGC o Ground Bar For DC EGC connection s e AC Disconnect Switch o Ground Lug 400A AC disconnect switch only For AC GEC in systems with separate DC and AC GEC s o Ground Bar For AC EGC connection s Depending on the grounding system configuration the AC ground bar may also serve as the connection point for the AC GEC The DC and AC grounding connection points are internally bonded within the inverter along with the inverter enclosure disconnect switches and other internal metal components and circuits that require a connection to ground The grounding circuit is isolate
75. roducts and associated shipping charges are not received in full and in a timely manner by Solectria Renewables Please contact Solectria Renewables Customer Service for further details on other products Maintenance Requirements Normal care and preventative maintenance enhances product operation efficiency See the product specific Preventative Maintenance requirements detailed within the PM Manuals for each inverter DOCR 070233 Page 80 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters What will Solectria Renewables do Solectria Renewables will at its sole option repair or replace the defective product free of charge provided that Solectria Renewables is notified of the product defect within the Warranty Period for the product and provided that Solectria Renewables through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by the Limited Warranty Solectria Renewables will at its sole option use new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and or replacements Solectria Renewables reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement of the product All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Solectria Renewables Solectria Renewables will attempt to repair the unit within a reasonable time period No provision will be made for reimbursement of lost energy production
76. round fault problem but the GFDI fuse is not blown then a ground fault in PV array or wiring must be found If the LED indicators show that the GFDI fuse is blown the fault in PV array or wiring must be found and GFDI fuse replaced For fuse replacement see section 4 Power GFDI and Error LED Indicators GFDI fuse must be replaced with identical make model Do not use larger amperage fuse Inverter over heating and power de rating If the power output is lower than normal and there is an LED indication of power de rating due to high temperature check the following Is the ambient air temperature above 130 F 55 C Is the intake front louver grill or output rear or bottom visibly blocked DOCR 070233 Page 75 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Unit overheating power de rating or unit not putting out power e Check the insect screens in the front louver grill on the main enclosure door for clogging from dust pollen and debris The louver grill can be removed with 16 Philips screws holding it on and the insect screen can be cleaned or replaced See Section 7 4 about turning the inverter off before performing this service e Fan not running blocked or slow o Check the fan fuses inside the main enclosure 10A AC o Check the fan relay inside the main enclosure o Check the fan and make sure it spins freely O SeeSection 7 4 about turning the inverter off before performing this service e N
77. rters 5 Commissioning the Inverter Before commissioning ensure that the inverter is properly secured to the mounting structure and that all power and grounding connections are made to ensure that the inverter is ready to power up NOTE Make sure all tools parts etc are removed from the inverter cabinet DC and AC disconnect switches and around the vicinity of the inverter before turning on WARNING Make a final check of all AC and DC power and grounding wiring at the inverter and within the system before turning the inverter on perform a final check of the PV voltage and polarity using a digital volt meter by probing the positive and negative PV connections NOTE Verify clockwise AC phase rotation for L1 L2 L3 using a phase rotation meter ms NOTE With the PV modules connected and inverter disconnect switches still off 5 1 Turning on the Inverter WARNING The inverter may only be turned on by trained and qualified personnel only Before attempting to operate the inverter please read the entire manual 1 Turn on the dedicated three phase interconnection circuit breaker or disconnect switch at the system s point of interconnection Turn on the inverter s AC disconnect switch Turn on the inverter s DC disconnect switch 4 Watch the LED indicators for initialization green and red LEDs on then a slow blinking green LED followed by a faster blinking green LED Watch the LCD display for prompts and system st
78. s Inside climate Once per 12 months Once per 12 months Once per 12 months Once per 24 months conrad SR rene time rene time Outside exposed Once per 6 months Once per 6 months Once per 6 months Once per 12 months Outside harsh Once per 3 months Once per 3 months Once per 6 months Once per 12 months environment Outside Once per 1 month Once per 1 month Once per 6 months Once per 12 months extremely harsh environment DOCR 070233 Page 76 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters A harsh environment is defined as any of the following conditions e Excessive temperature either hot or cold e In a desert area with sand or other debris constantly in contact with the inverter e n an area with excessive pollen or dust e Indoors if located in a manufacturing area with airborne particles e Coastal regions exposed to salt water 7 4 Intake Louver Vent Cleaning WARNING The intake louver vent can be cleaned only when the inverter is off both DC and AC Disconnect switches off and completely locked and tagged out Absence of dangerous voltages must be verified by qualified personnel before performing any service Intake louver vent cleaning is recommended at the intervals specified in Section 7 3 Consider cleaning intake louver vent during the early morning or late evening so little or no energy generation is lost Method 1 Remove the shroud by removing all Philips Pan Head 2 machine screws aroun
79. sets to factors default Clear settings Yes 4 Select the Yes option under Clear settings to reset the SolrenView gateway to factory defaults The Reset Storage screen will appear for a moment 6 21 Inverter Counts and Logs The inverter keeps track of various events and errors through error logging and cumulative counters Error logs are a record of events changes of state with the earliest event shown first There are a total of 30 log entries available and newer entries overwrite older entries Each entry in the log is time stamped in MM DD YY format Error counts display cumulative counters for each supported event error with the highest error count shown first DOCR 070233 Page 65 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 22 Displaying Error Counts 1 Select Inv Events from the Main Menu and press ENTER 9 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config Ei Meter Info 2 Select Err Counts from the Inv Events Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA BLES Err Counts Err Loa Clear 2 Err Log 5 Clear DOCR 070233 Page 66 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 3 The Error Counts are displayed in order of occurrence with the most frequent error 5 6 displayed at index position 1 In this example the most frequent error is Contactor Failure two contactor fail events were
80. sonnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock you should never attempt to open the inverter DC or AC enclosure doors or perform any service or troubleshooting without prior training Before attempting to troubleshoot the inverter please read the entire manual Steps to Perform when PV system not functioning Check inverter LED indicator status and LCD screen for inverter status and error messages Check to ensure that inverter is connected to AC power Check for clockwise phase rotation of AC power connections Check to ensure that DC PV input is connected Verify proper polarity of DC PV positive and negative input pairs Verify PV string Maximum Power Point Voltage at design high temperature and PV string Open Circuit Voltage at design low temperature is compatible with inverter input voltage specifications Contact installer or Solectria Renewables if malfunction persists If contacting Solectria Renewables for assistance please provide 1 2 3 4 Inverter Model Number Part Number Inverter Serial Numbers Short Description of Problem LCD messages when problem started how often problem occurs under what conditions the problem occurs Design Information PV modules string sizing output power short circuit current and open circuit voltage string layout See Appendix for Solectria contact information Some specific problems that can be identified quickly GFDI Problem If the LED indicators show a g
81. the ENTER button to begin changing the time The format is HH MM SS and hours are shown in 24 hour format The hour will flash indicating that this portion of the time can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the hour and the DOWN button to decrement the hour Press the ENTER button to accept the hour value Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu 9 The minute will flash indicating that this portion of the time can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the minute and the DOWN button to decrement the minute Press the ENTER button to accept the minute value Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu 10 The second value will flash indicating that this portion of the time can be changed with the buttons Press the UP button to increment the seconds and the DOWN button to decrement the seconds Press the ESCAPE button to cancel and return to the menu Press the ENTER button to accept the second value and save the time to the SolrenView unit s memory DOCR 070233 Page 62 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 19 Rebooting the SolrenView Gateway If the SolrenView Gateway cannot communicate over the Internet or is not updating inverter data it may need to be rebooted To reboot SolrenView gateway 1 First select Config on the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv E
82. ual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters Table of Contents OCR E t Tc 7 2 Site Preparation and Inverter Placement sise 9 ZI Clesrance BReguit Ne ae a EANET do ee UE Sp h tex De GA ne UR T 10 2 2 Inverter DImPbnslopiSessxireeema mbsiqa quiescens a ae eee teen KU EEUU HU a 11 WIS UN ACLU esci EI I I net UI ad mda E E BIEN MERE REEUE 11 3 1 Checking For Shipping DAITIdBG ussescinssnesdpedssbes o ors eq pozu d I2 OS UmI QUSE HIR I EN i ME dias 11 SMA Aa E a a en SUR 11 2 2 MONO DONS T us mE Speed aU DIEI a en ee 12 4 DC Connections from the PV Array and AC Connections to the Grid eese 14 a1 SIONIS ee On a en 14 4 2 AC Grounding CONNECTION nn koirineen ra E amende merde ED Uo VUE euo Een pM ee ls 16 45 DC Grounding CoODIDTeCEIOPIS a qe ee anses ones ee do ste ate iubent opt M Ub D ei 17 LAC POWER CONNECONS ae a da a a ie ee a EPA MD te 18 A CD ENUY eir E EAEE E E EEEE OEE 19 Neutral Kit OD COM PP RER 22 ASAC Ground Fault Dete ct IDEs ba a MIU CRDI SENI en T 23 LODCPOWET CONSO a en ee ae PUDE 24 bee Eau NET EU A 24 Standard DC Disconnect SWILCIT deos pasci unis ei apo ed ao Sos eden vere su p op caca OP O Rie P eumd 27 Fused DC SUC OU INOT cesterue ed sense scarcte eee ee Ioue II dta Fra tmr 27 DC DreakKer SUC ONDINE sese pe eru Desde ed E dre re ou 28 4 7 DC Ground Fault Detection and Interruption ss 28 4 8 Lightning and Surge Protection sise 30 4 9 Remote Shutdown and Revenue Grade Meter Terminals
83. ure must be between 40 F and 130 F 40 C and 55 C for full power continuous operation The inverter will automatically reduce power or may shut down to protect itself if ambient air temperature at the intake rises above 130 F 55 C e The cooling air exhausts at the rear and bottom of the enclosure Nothing should block the 4 inch clear space under the enclosure between the mounting feet e A minimum distance of 8 inches 200mm must be clear behind the inverter for rear cooling air exhaust 12 inches 300mm is recommended e Aminimum distance of 12 inches 300mm must be clear above the inverter for ventilation e Make sure the AC and DC disconnect switches are accessible during operation and that all doors may be fully opened for maintenance Install the inverter in an accessible location following applicable electrical codes for working clearance requirements and proximity to other equipment e If you are installing the inverter in an electrical closet the air circulation must be sufficient for heat dissipation Provide external ventilation to maintain an ambient condition of less than 130 F 55 C The ambient temperature should be kept as low as possible at all times for optimal inverter operation and life Model Max Heat Loss PVI 50KW 7 000 Btu hr PVI 60KW 8 250 Btu hr PVI 75KW 8 000 Btu hr PVI 85KW 12 000 Btu hr PVI 100KW 14 000 Btu hr Table 2 2 Indoor Cooling Requirements DOCR 070233 Pag
84. vents Config Fa Meter Info 2 Select the Reboot option from the menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES 1 LAH Date Time Reboot SEL Mode EN Z Reset All 3 The Reboot monitor prompt will be shown Press the ENTER button to reboot the SolrenView gateway Reboot monitor Tes DOCR 070233 Page 63 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 6 20 Resetting the SolrenView Gateway to Factory Defaults It may be necessary to reset the SolrenView gateway to factory defaults This does not reset the inverter core nor shutdown the inverter for any period of time gt NOTE Resetting the SolrenView gateway will also clear events revenue grade KYZ counters and SolrenView com data queue Caution should be used with this function to avoid data loss To reset the SolrenView gateway 1 First select Config on the Main Menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES Measurements Set Inverter Inv Events Config EG Meter Info 2 Select the Reset All option from the menu and press ENTER 3 SOLECTRIA RENEWABLES 1 LAN 2 Date Time c E 3 Reboot 35 Reset Hll SPU Mode KE 6 Reset All DOCR 070233 Page 64 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 3 Amessage warning that the SolrenView gateway is about to be set to factory defaults is shown Press the ESCAPE button to cancel the reset This re
85. ys consult the AC ground fault manufacturer for guidance on backfeeding their devices in a Code compliant manner DOCR 070233 Page 23 of 92 Installation and Operation Manual Rev A PVI 50 100KW Series Inverters 4 6 DC Power Connections NOTE The PVI 50 100KW inverter models are designed for negative grounded PV arrays only Contact Solectria Renewables before you install a system with positive grounded PV arrays NOTE The maximum current from the PV array must be below the rating of the DC disconnect switch The DC disconnect switches of the PVI 50 100KW inverters are load break rated The PVI 50 100KW models come with either a standard DC disconnect switch or optional DC subcombiner located inside the DC disconnect switch enclosure The table below indicates the DC disconnect switch current ratings for PVI 50 100KW inverters Inverter Power DC Disconnect DC Disconnect Rating Voltage Rating Current Rating 5OKW 60KW 75KW 600 VDC 400 Amps 85KW 100KW 600 VDC 600 Amps Table 4 6 DC Disconnect Switch Types Optional string subcombiners are offered See Tables 4 8 amp 4 9 and inverter spec sheet link provided in Section 9 1 for more information on DC disconnect switch integrated overcurrent protection options fusing or breakers amperage and quantity DC Cable Entry The DC cable entry location depends on the DC disconnect switch current rating and orientation side facing or forward facing Use Table 4 7 to determine wh

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