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1. S03 poo poa poo aen Figure 13 Rotary switch C positions Position Explanation 0 Bluetooth communication is deactivated 1 Communication Bluetooth with another Bluetooth device 2 to F NetID for communication via Bluetooth with multiple Bluetooth devices 50 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Initial Start Up Procedure 1 Danger to life due to high voltages Ensure that the inverter is disconnected from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 2 To configure a new set rotary switch C to the determined NetID using a flat blade screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm 8 19 3 To deactivate communication via Bluetooth set rotary switch C to the position 0 using a flat blade screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm This protects your plant from unauthorised access The inverter will adopt the setting after commissioning This can take up to five minutes Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 5 7 Initial StartUp SMA Solar Technology AG 7 4 Commissioning the Inverter for the First Time
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3. 55 8 4 Changing the Plant Time and Plant Password 55 8 5 Registering the Inverter in Sunny 56 8 6 Setting the Tripping Threshold of the Residual Current 56 8 7 Setting the Operating Mode of the Multi Function Relay 57 8 8 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak 58 4 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents 8 9 Changing Operating 58 9 Disconnecting the Inverter 0 esee eere eere eene 59 10 Recommissioning the Inverter eres serere eere eene 61 IH Troubleshooting 63 beo UA 63 Eveni MESSAGES scene cett 63 Eror Messages uite edited 64 11 5 Checking the PV Plant for Earth 11 6 Checking the Function of the 73 11 7 Replacing the 74 68 75 LES sCHeCkino the ONS 77 12 Decommissioning the Inverter eese eere e eere eee 78 Technical n EE ea ea ib tet Cb eis 81 px
4. 31 6 2 Overview of the Connection 32 6 2 View from Below ete b 32 O22 33 34 6 3 1 Requirements for AC 34 6 3 2 Connecting the Inverter to the Electricity 35 6 3 3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure 37 o e ecd 38 6 4 1 Requirements for the DC 38 64 2 Connecting tine PY Anay xot 38 6 5 Connecting the Multi Function 40 6 5 1 Connection Options for the Multi Function Relay 40 6 5 2 Connecting to the Multi Function 44 7 Siar 46 A E 2 5 RERUM UU TT 46 7 2 Adjusting Country Data 46 Za rr 50 7 4 Commissioning the Inverter for the First Time 52 8 Conlig ralloia ee ta Gua te nece dde i E EE 53 53 8 2 Changing the Display 54 8 3 Connecting the Inverter to the Network
5. Installation Manual SUNNY TRIPOWER 5000TL 6000TL 7000 8000TL 9000TL STP5 9TLIA en 12 Version 1 2 ENGLISH Legal Provisions SMA Solar Technology AG The information contained in these documents is property of SMA Solar Technology AG Any publication whether in whole or in part requires prior written approval by SMA Solar Technology AG Internal reproduction used solely for the purpose of product evaluation or other proper use is allowed and does not require prior approval SMA Factory Warranty The current warranty regulations are included with your device You can download the version on the Internet at www SMA Solar com or obtain a printed version from the regular distribution channels Trademark All trademarks are recognised even if not explicitly identified as such A lack of identification does not mean that a product or symbol is not trademarked The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of these marks by SMA Solar Technology AG is under licence QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED SMA Solar Technology AG Sonnenallee 1 34266 Niestetal Germany Tel 49 561 9522 0 Fax 49 561 9522 100 www SMA de E mail info SMA de 2004 to 2013 SMA Solar Technology AG All rights reserved 2 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents 2 Safety 2 2 2 2 3 3 Scope of De
6. 1 m ERE ud EE CREDENS Figure 4 Dimensions of the wall mounting bracket and dimensions of the holes for the optional anti theft device in the inverter enclosure 26 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Recommended clearances 5 Mounting Provided that the recommended clearances are observed adequate heat dissipation will be ensured This prevents a reduction in inverter power as a result of high temperatures details on temperature derating can be found in the Technical Information Temperature Derating at www SMA Solar com Observe the recommended clearances to walls as well as to other inverters or objects O If multiple inverters are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures increase the clearances between the inverters and ensure sufficient fresh air supply n lt lt lt lt 1 460 1 120 mm Figure 5 Recommended clearances Installation Manual DII 300 mm 288 M at ee ee 9 STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 27 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Permitted and Prohibited Mounting Positions The inverter must be mounted one of the permitted positions This will ensure that no moisture can penetrate the inverter The inverter should be mounted at eye level Thus the display messages and LED signals can be read without d
7. Depending on configured country data set 82 STP5 9TLIA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Efficiency STP 5000TL 20 STP 6000TL 20 Maximum efficiency nmax 98 98 European efficiency ney 97 1 97 4 13 1 2 Sunny Tripower 8000TL 9000TL DC Input STP 8000TL 20 Maximum DC power at cos 8 200 W Maximum input voltage 1 000 V MPP voltage range 330 V to 800 V Rated input voltage 580 V Minimum input voltage 150 V Initial input voltage 188 V Maximum input current input A 15 Maximum input current input 10A Maximum input current per string input A 15A Maximum input current per string input Maximum short circuit current input A 22 5A Maximum short circuit current input B 15 Number of independent MPP inputs 2 Strings per MPP input 2 Maximum permitted current allowed through one DC connector AC Output STP 8000TL 20 Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz 8 000 W Maximum apparent AC power at cos o 1 8 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3 N PE 230 V 400 V AC voltage range 160 V to 280 V Nominal AC current at 220 V 11 6A Installation Manual 13 Technical Data STP 7000 20 9876 97 576 STP 900011 20 9 225 W 1 000 V 370 V to 800 V 580 V 150 V 188 V 15 10A 15 10A 22 5 15A 2 2 STP 9000 20 9 000 9 000 3 N PE 230 V 400 V 160 V to 280 V 13 1 A STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 83 13 Technical Data Nominal AC current at 230 V Nominal AC c
8. 46 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Initial Start Up Procedure 1 Danger to life due to high voltages Ensure that the inverter is disconnected from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 2 Set the rotary switches and B to the required position using a flatblade screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm The inverter will adopt the setting after commissioning This can take up to five minutes Rotary Switch Positions Rotary switch A Rotary switch _ Country data set Display language 0 0 default setting default setting 1 0 VDEO1 26 1 1 German 2 VDE AR NA4105 German 4 105 German 6 VDE AR N4105 HP German 1 8 VDEO126 1 1 French 1 9 VDEO126 1 1 UTE French 2 0 VDEO126 1 1 Italian 2 8 54777 3 English 3 2 0 21 external Italian 4 0 RD1699 Spanish 4 1 RD1663 661 A Spanish 4 8 Greek 4 9 English 5 8 G83 1 1 English p G59 2 English 6 0 EN50438 German 6 1 EN50438 English 6 2 EN50438 French Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 47 7 Initial Start Up Rotary switch A FIL YPINININININININIENINEN amp 48 Rotary switch NI RI O NO STP5 9TLIA en 12 Country data set EN50438 EN50438 EN50438 EN50438 EN50438 EN50438 EN50438 NEN EN50438 EN50438 CZ EN50438 CZ EN50438 CZ PPDS P
9. EN M E Rd EE 81 13 1 1 Sunny 5000TL 60001 7000 81 13 1 2 Sunny 80007 9000 83 13 2 General 84 3 9 Protecive 86 Chmale 86 86 E 87 13 7 Multirin tion Relays aceti dea piedi ito ies 97 13 8 Electronic Solar 87 13 9 Data Storage dpdelly iet toe 87 TA PACCESS ONES TER 88 Bs CONOC cato a indes dre ta due mS A 89 Installation Manual STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 5 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 6 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1 Information on this Document 1 Information on this Document Validity This document is valid for the following device types from firmware version 2 51 e STP 50001 20 Sunny 50007 STP 6000 20 Sunny Tripower 6000TL STP 70007120 Sunny 7OOOTL STP 8000TL 20 Sunny Tripower 8000TL STP 9000TL 20 Sunny Tripower 9OOOTL Target Group This document is intended for skilled persons Only persons with the appropriate skills are allowed to perform the tasks described in this manual see section 2 2 Qualifications of Skilled Persons page 9 Additional Information Links to additional in
10. 11 4 Cleaning the Inverter NOTICE Damage to the display due to the use of cleaning agents If the inverter is dirty clean the enclosure lid the display and the LEDs using only clean water and a cloth 11 5 Checking the PV Plant for Earth Faults If the inverter displays the event numbers 3501 3601 or 3701 there could be an earth fault The electrical insulation between the PV plant and earth is defective or insufficient WARNING Danger to life due to electric shock In the event of an earth fault high voltages can be present Only touch the insulation of the PV array cables Do not touch any parts of the sub structure or frame of the PV array Do not connect PV strings with earth faults to the inverter NOTICE Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to at least 1 000 V Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 7 11 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Proceed as follows to check each string in the PV plant for earth faults Procedure 1 Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 2 Measure the voltages Measure the voltages between the positive pole and the earth potential PE Measure the voltages between the negative pole and the earth potential protective conductor Measure the voltages between the positive and negat
11. Sunny Tripower 5 5 9 12 Inverter product Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety 2 Safety 21 Appropriate Usage The Sunny Tripower is a transformerless PV inverter with two MPP trackers which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid compliant three phase current and feeds it into the electricity grid The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use The product must only be operated with PV arrays of protection class in accordance with IEC 61730 application class A The PV modules must be suitable for use with this product PV modules with a high capacity to earth must only be used if their coupling capacity does not exceed 1 25 yF for information on how to calculate the coupling capacity see Technical Information Capacitive Leakage Currents at www SMA Solar com All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges at all times Use this product only in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation and with the locally applicable standards and directives Any other use can result in personal injury or property damage The product may only be used in countries for which it is approved or released by SMA Solar Technology AG and the network operator Do not mount the product on flammable construction materials Do not mount the product in areas where highly flammable materials are stored Do not install the product in po
12. The operating parameters of the inverter are set to certain values by default You can change the operating parameters using a communication product to optimise the operation properties of the inverter for a description of the operating parameters see Technical Description Measured Values and Parameters at www SMA Solar com Requirements Depending on the type of communication a computer with a Bluetooth or Ethernet interface must be available A communication product that is appropriate for the type of communication used must be available The inverter must be registered in the communication product The changes to the grid relevant operating parameters must be approved by the responsible network operator 1 To change grid relevant parameters the SMA Grid Guard code must be available see Certificate Application for SMA Grid Guard Code at www SMA Solar com Procedure 1 Access the user interface of the communication product or software and log in as an installer 2 If necessary enter SMA Grid Guard code 3 Select and set the required parameter 4 Save the setting 58 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Disconnecting the Inverter 9 Disconnecting the Inverter Always disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources before performing any work on it as described in this section Proceed according to the required sequence to do so NOTICE Destruction of the meas
13. Figure 9 Operation message Error message L or 2 or N Lor 2 or N Miniature circuit breaker 1 A Fault in the inverter Inverter in operation i Inverter in operation If necessa KA Light on T Light on connection 2422 56 i to earth Trouble free Error F operation B Circuit diagram with multiple inverters for connection to an operation indicator and circuit diagram for connection to a fault indicator example Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 41 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Controlling Loads or Charging Batteries in a Power Dependent Way via the Multi Function Relay The multi function relay can control loads or charge batteries in a power dependent way To enable this function you need to connect a contactor K1 to the multi function relay The contactor switches the operating current for the load on or off If you want batteries to be charged depending on the available power the contactor activates or deactivates the charging of the batteries Miniature circuit breaker Figure 10 Circuit diagram for connection to control load for power dependent charging of batteries 42 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Reporting the Switching Status of the Grid Relay The multi function relay
14. Miniature Circuit Breaker at www SMA Solar com 1 In plants with multiple inverters protect each inverter with a separate three phase miniature circuit breaker Make sure to observe the maximum permissible fuse protection see section 13 Technical Data 81 That prevents residual voltage being present at the corresponding cable after disconnection 1 Loads installed between the inverter and the miniature circuit breaker must be fused separately Residual current monitoring unit If an external residual current device is required install a residual current device which trips at a residual current of 100 mA or higher for details on selecting a residual current device see Technical Information Criteria for Selecting a Residual Current Device at www SMA Solar com Ifa residual current device with a tripping threshold of 30 mA is required and used the parameter RCD adjustment must be set to 30 mA after initial start up see section 8 6 page 56 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Overvoltage category The inverter can be deployed in grids of installation category IIl or lower as defined in IEC 60664 1 This means that the inverter can be permanently connected at the grid connection point in a building In installations involving long outdoor cable routes additional measures must be taken so that the overvoltage category is reduced from IV to III see T
15. Remove the swivel nut from the cable gland and remove the filler plug Remove the one hole cable support sleeve from the cable gland and insert the cable into the one hole cable support sleeve Press the one hole cable support sleeve with the cable into the cable gland and lead the cable into the inverter Screw the swivel nut onto the cable gland 5 Remove the protective cover of the multi function relay 6 Depending on the operating mode connect the cable to the connecting terminal plate for the connection to the multi function relay in accordance with the circuit diagram 7 Danger to life due to live cables If during inverter operation an insulated wire L1 L2 or L3 becomes detached from the AC terminal there is the risk that the cables of the multifunction relay become live Touching the cables can cause fatal electric shock Reattach the protective cover to the multi function relay This isolates the AC connection area in the inverter from other terminals 8 Tighten the swivel nut of the cable gland Commission the inverter see section 7 page 46 Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 45 7 Initial StartUp SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Initial Start Up 7 1 Procedure Before you commission the inverter you must check various settings and make changes if necessary This section describes the procedure for initial start up and gives an overview of the steps you must always perform in the pr
16. When commissioning the inverter for the first time proceed as follows Requirements The inverter must be correctly mounted The miniature circuit breaker must be correctly rated All cables must be correctly connected 1 Unused DC inputs must be sealed using the corresponding DC connectors and sealing plugs The country data set must be adjusted correctly for the country or the purpose The inverter must be closed 0 The protective cover must be correctly mounted The ESS must be securely plugged in Procedure 1 Switch on the miniature circuit breakers of all three phase conductors 2 Ifa multi function relay is used switch on the load supply voltage The start up phase begins V The green LED is glowing and the display alternates automatically between the firmware version the serial number or designation of the inverter the NetID the IP address the subnet mask the configured country data set and the display language X 15 green LED flashing Possible cause of the error the DC input voltage is still too low or the inverter is monitoring the electricity grid e Once the DC input voltage is sufficiently high and the grid connection conditions are met the inverter will start operation X The red LED is glowing and an error message and event number appear in the display e Correct the error see section 11 Troubleshooting page 63 3 Configure the inverter see section 8 page 53 52 STP5 9TL I
17. page 81 Climatic conditions must be met see section 13 Technical Data page 81 The ambient temperature should be below 40 C to ensure the optimal operation of the inverter If the output power is reduced the inverter can also be operated at higher ambient temperatures without risk The mounting location should be freely and safely accessible at all times without the necessity for any auxiliary equipment such as scaffolding or lifting platforms Non fulfilment of these criteria may restrict servicing L The installation site should not be exposed to direct solar irradiation Direct solar irradiation can cause the inverter to overheat As a result the inverter reduces its power output Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 25 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Dimensions for wall mounting 217 217 a A N l l l IE El es me p O z ee N T X y CN E l i 25 mm 1 Q9mm IET ON CERES a 1 ile meee 1 58 mm 134
18. 11 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Carefully remove the fan guard Clean the fan guard with a soft brush a paint brush a cloth or compressed air 4 Check whether the fan is soiled If the fan is soiled remove the fan e Use screwdriver to push the two locking tabs at the right hand edge of the fan guard to the right and remove them from the retainer Carefully remove the fan guard Push the locking tabs of the fan towards the middle of the fan Remove the fan slowly from the inverter Unlock and remove the fan plug 5 NOTICE Damage to the fan due to compressed air Clean the fan with a soft brush a paint brush or a damp cloth 6 Insert the plug of the fan into the socket until it clicks into place 7 Insert the fan into the inverter until the fan audibly clicks into place 8 Push the fan guard into the retainer until it audibly clicks into place 9 Recommission the inverter see section 10 page 61 10 Check the fan to ensure that it is functioning see section 11 9 page 77 76 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting 11 9 Checking the Fans You can check the function of the fans by setting an operating parameter Requirements A communication product that is appropriate for the type of communication used must be available The inverter must be in oper
19. Line Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting Event number Display message Cause and corrective measures 301 System incident The ten minute average mains voltage is no longer within the permissible range The mains voltage or grid impedance at the termination point is too high The inverter disconnects from the electricity grid to comply with the power quality Corrective measures Check that the mains voltage at the termination point of the inverter is permanently in the permissible range If the mains voltage is outside the permissible range due to local grid conditions contact the network operator Ask the network operator whether the voltage can be adapted at the feed in point or if it would be acceptable to change the monitored operating limits If the mains voltage is permanently in the permissible range and this message is still displayed contact SMA Service Line 401 to 404 System incident The inverter is no longer in grid parallel operation The inverter has stopped feeding into the electricity grid Corrective measures Check the grid connection for significant short term frequency fluctuations 501 System incident The mains frequency is not within the permissible range The inverter has disconnected from the electricity grid Corrective measures As far as possible check the mains frequency and observe how often major fluctuations occur If fluctuations occur freq
20. SMA products see www SMA Solar com If you would like to communicate via Bluetooth you can protect the inverter with a plant password for the user and a plant password for the installer All inverters are delivered with a standard plant password for the user 0000 and a standard plant password for the installer 1111 To protect the plant from unauthorised access you must change the plant passwords using an appropriate communication product for information on changing the plant password refer to the manual or the help of the communication product If you do not want to communicate via Bluetooth deactivate Bluetooth communication see section 7 3 Setting the NetID page 50 20 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description 4 6 Speedwire Webconnect As standard the inverter is equipped with Speedwire Webconnect Speedwire is a type of communication based on Ethernet You can connect the inverter to your network via Speedwire Webconnect allows for data exchange between the inverter and Sunny Portal Sunny Portal is an Internet portal which allows you to monitor plants and visualise and present plant data In order to establish a connection to Sunny Portal the inverter must be connected to a router with Internet connection and integrated into your network To allow data to be exchanged between the inverter and Sunny Portal you must register the inverter in Sunny Portal see the user manual of
21. Webconnect plants in Sunny Portal at www SMA Solar com To do so you will need the access data identification key PIC and registration ID RID which you can find on the additional label or on the supplementary sheet with information on SMA Speedwire Webconnect After registration you can monitor your plant in Sunny Portal 4 7 Slot for 485 Data Module B SMA Power Control Module The inverter can be retrofitted with the 485 Data Module Type B or SMA Power Control Module or installed ex works if ordered accordingly 485 Data Module Type B The 485 Data Module Type B is a communication interface which enables wired communication with RS485 for information on installation and wiring see installation manual of the 485 Data Module B and RS485 Cabling Plan at www SMA Solar com With the 485 Data Module Type B the inverter can communicate with special communication products for information on supported products see www SMA Solar com Depending on the type of communication the operating parameters and messages are displayed differently on the communication products If you want to use the 485 Data Module Type B at the same time as the multi function relay in the inverter you must ensure that no more than 30 V DC or 25 V AC are connected to the multi function relay Example How the country data set parameter is displayed For communication via RS485 parameter CntrySet For communication via Bluetooth or Speed
22. inside of each ventilation grid links left for the left hand side and rechts right for the right hand side 10 If the holes for attaching the safety screw are pre drilled secure the inverter with at least one safety screw through the pre drilled hole 11 Ensure that the inverter is securely attached 30 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 61 Safety during Electrical Connection A DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages When exposed to sunlight the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter Touching the DC conductors or the live components can lead to lethal electric shocks Do not touch the DC conductors Do not touch any live components of the inverter Priorto performing any work on the inverter disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this document see section 9 page 59 NOTICE Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Touching electronic components can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge Earth yourself before touching any components Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 31 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 2 Overview of the Connection Area 6 2 1 View from Below Figure 7 Connection areas and enclosure openings at the bottom of the inv
23. spring washers are pushed into the enclosure lid This ensures that the enclosure lid is earthed 36 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6 3 3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure You can additionally earth the inverter enclosure if a second earthing or equipotential bonding is required locally This prevents touch current if the original protective conductor fails Cable requirement 1 Earthing cable cross section 16 mm at maximum Procedure 1 Strip the earthing cable insulation 2 Lead the clamping bracket over the earthing cable Position the protective conductor on the i left hand side _ t 3 Screw clamping bracket tight using the 1 6 cheese head screw and a conical spring washer torque 6 Nm The teeth of the conical spring washer must face the clamping bracket Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 37 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 4 DC Connection 6 4 1 Requirements for the DC Connection Requirements for the PV modules per input All PV modules must be of the same type The same number of series connected PV modules must be connected to all strings 1 All PV modules must be aligned identically 1 All PV modules must have the same tilt angle O The maximum input current per string must be maintained and must not exceed the through fault current of the DC connectors see section
24. the protective cover using two screws and an Allen key AF 5 Securely plug in the ESS 6 5 Connecting the Multi Function Relay 6 5 1 Connection Options for the Multi Function Relay You can choose between three connection options Using the multi function relay as fault or operation signalling contact Controlling loads or charging batteries via the multi function relay Reporting the switching status of the grid relay Using the Multi Function Relay as Fault Signalling Contact You can make use of the multi function relay as a fault signalling contact and have an error of the inverter either displayed or reported Alternatively you can choose to have uninterrupted operation displayed or reported It is possible to connect several inverters to one fault or operation indicator To enable this function the multi function relays of all inverters must be connected i Error message required by standard In some countries signalling of errors is required by standards e g IEC 62109 2 In order to meet the requirements of IEC 62109 2 a display device signalling an error must be connected to multi function relay or the inverter must be registered in Sunny Portal where the fault alert must be activated for information on fault alert via Sunny Portal see Sunny Portal user manual at www SMA Solar com 40 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Miniature circuit breaker
25. the wall which could be damaged when drilling holes 2 Align the wall mounting bracket horizontally on the wall and use it to mark the position of the drill holes Use at least one hole on the left hand side and one on the right hand side of the wall mounting bracket 3 Set the wall mounting bracket aside and drill the marked holes Depending on the foundation insert wall plugs into the drill holes if necessary 5 Secure the wall mounting bracket horizontally using screws and washers Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 29 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 6 If the inverter is to be secured against theft mark the drill hole for the attachment of the safety screw Hook the inverter into the wall mounting bracket Mark the drill hole on the left hand or right hand side If you want to secure the inverter with two safety screws mark one drill hole on the left and one on the right hand side Remove the inverter by lifting it up vertically and out of the wall mounting bracket Drill the hole or holes to attach the safety screw and insert the wall plug s 7 Hook inverter into the wall mounting bracket Secure the inverter to the wall mounting bracket on both sides using the M6x8 screws provided and an Allen key AF 5 Only tighten the screws hand tight 9 Close the recessed grips with the ventilation grids Ensure the assignment is correct The correct assignment is marked on the
26. 13 Technical Data page 81 The thresholds for the input voltage and the input current of the inverter must be observed see section 13 Technical Data page 81 On coldest day based on statistical records the open circuit voltage of the PV array must never exceed the maximum input voltage of the inverter O The positive connection cables of the PV modules must be fitted with the positive DC connectors for information on assembling DC connectors see the DC connector installation manual The negative connection cables of the PV modules must be fitted with the negative DC connectors for information on assembling DC connectors see the DC connector installation manual i Use of Y adaptors for parallel connection of strings The Y adaptors must not be used to interrupt the DC electric circuit Do not use the Y adaptors in the immediate vicinity of the inverter The adaptors must not be visible or freely accessible In order to interrupt the DC electric circuit disconnect the inverter see section 9 page 59 6 4 2 Connecting the PV Array NOTICE Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage If the open circuit voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of the inverter inverter can be destroyed by overvoltage If the open circuit voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of the inverter do not connect any PV strings to the inverter and check the design of
27. 5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 13 6 Torques Enclosure lid screws Protective cover screws Additional earth terminal Cheese head screw for attaching the enclosure to the wall mounting bracket SUNCLIX swivel nut 13 7 Multi Function Relay Maximum AC switching voltage Maximum DC switching voltage Maximum AC switching current Maximum DC switching current Minimum electrical endurance when the maximum switching voltage and maximum switching current are complied with Corresponds to 20 years with 12 switching operations per day 13 8 Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit with a nominal current of 30 A Maximum switching current Maximum switching voltage Maximum power Degree of protection when plugged in Degree of protection when removed Fuses for Electronic Solar Switch 13 9 Data Storage Capacity Energy yields in the course of the day Daily yields Event messages for users Event messages for installers Installation Manual 13 Technical Data 6 0 Nm 0 5 Nm 2 0 Nm 6 0 Nm 6 0 Nm 2 0 Nm 240 V 30V 100 000 switching cycles At least 50 switching processes 30 A 1 000 V 9 kW IP65 IP65 2 x 1 000 V fast soldered non replaceable 63 days 30 years 250 events 250 events STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 87 14 Accessories SMA Solar Technology AG 14 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and
28. A en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration 8 1 Procedure 8 Configuration Once you have commissioned the inverter you may have to adjust various settings via the rotary switches in the inverter or via a communication product This section describes the procedure for configuration and gives an overview of the steps you must perform in the prescribed order Procedure 1 If the display language is not set correctly adjust the settings 2 If you want to integrate the inverter Speedwire network connect the inverter to the network 3 Detect the inverter with a communication product A Change the plant time and plant password If a residual current device with a tripping threshold of 30 mA is required and used you must set the tripping threshold of the residual current device 6 If you use the multi function relay ensure that the operating mode is set correctly and adjust further settings for the operating mode if necessary 7 Activate and set SMA OptiTrac Global Peak for partially shaded PV modules Installation Manual see Section 8 2 page 54 8 3 page 55 Manual of the communication product at www SMA Solar com 8 4 page 55 8 6 page 56 8 7 page 57 8 8 page 58 STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 53 8 Configuration SMA Solar Technology AG 8 2 Changing the Display Language If the language for the country data set is not the language you want to use you can change the disp
29. PDS PPDS C10 11 2012 C10 11 2012 C10 11 2012 C10 11 2012 514777 2 IEC61727 MEA IEC61727 PEA Other standard Other standard Other standard Other standard Other standard Other standard Other standard Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz SMA Solar Technology AG Display language Italian Spanish Greek Czech Portuguese Bulgarian Polish Dutch Czech English German Czech English German French English German Dutch English English English English German French Spanish Italian Greek Czech English German French Spanish Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Rotary switch A Rotary switch B 4 an 2 3 4 9 6 Country data set Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 60 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Island mode 50 Hz Setting in accordance with VDE AR N 4105 for plants lt 3 86 kVA Germany Setting in accordance with VDE AR N 4105 for plants from 3 86 kVA to 13 8 kVA Germany Setting in accordance with VDE AR N 4105 for plants lt 13 8 kVA Germany 7 Initial Start Up Display language Italian Greek Czech English English German Spanish Italian Greek Czech Setting in accordance with CEI 0 21 for plants with external grid and plant protection gt 6 kW Italy Installation Manual STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 49 7 Ini
30. TP5 9TLIA en 1 2 81 13 Technical Data AC Output Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz Maximum apparent AC power at cos Rated grid voltage AC voltage range Nominal AC current at 220 V Nominal AC current at 230 V Nominal AC current at 240 V Maximum output current Total harmonic factor of the output current with total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 and AC power gt 50 of the rated power Maximum output current in the event of an error Rated mains frequency AC mains frequency Operating range at AC mains frequency 50 Hz Operating range at AC mains frequency 60 Hz Displacement power factor cos o adjustable Feed in phases Connection phases Overvoltage category in accordance with IEC 60664 1 0 8 underexcited to 1 SMA Solar Technology AG STP 5000TL 20 STP 6000TL 20 STP 7000 20 5 000 W 6 000 W 7 000 5 000 6 000 7 000 3 N PE 3 N PE 3 N PE 230 V 400 V 230 V 400 V 230 V 400 V 160 V to 280 V 160 V to 280 V 160 V to 280 V 7 8 7 10 2 7 3 8 7 10 2 6 9 8 33 A 10 14 7 3 8 7 10 2 lt 3 lt 3 lt 3 12 15 17 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 45 5 Hz to 54 5 Hz 45 5 Hz to 54 5 Hz 45 5 Hz to 54 5 Hz 55 5 Hz to 64 5 Hz 55 5 Hz to 64 5 Hz 55 5 Hz to 64 5 Hz O 8 underexcited to 1 to 0 8 overexcited 0 8 underexcited to 1 to 0 8 overexcited to 0 8 overexcited 3 3 3 3 3 3
31. a router with an Internet connection and must be integrated in your network If the router does not support DHCP or if DHCP is deactivated you can use the SMA Connection Assist to integrate the inverter into the network see www SMA Solar com The Internet address registration ID RID and identification key PIC for registration in Sunny Portal must be available see the additional label on the inverter or the supplementary sheet with information on SMA Speedwire Webconnect Procedure Register the inverter in Sunny Portal see the user manual of Webconnect plants in Sunny Portal 8 6 Setting the Tripping Threshold of the Residual Current Device If a residual current device with a tripping threshold of 30 mA is required and used you must set the parameter RCD adjustment to 30 mA for further information see Technical Information Capacitive Leakage Currents at www SMA Solar com The basic procedure for changing operating parameters is explained in another section see section 8 9 page 58 Select the parameter RCD adjustment and set it to 30 mA 56 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration 8 7 Setting the Operating Mode of the Multi Function Relay By default the multi function relay is set to activate a fault indicator when an error occurs If you use the multifunction relay for a different purpose you must change the operating mode and make further adjustments to the operati
32. ation Procedure I 7 4 Access the user interface of the communication product and log in as an installer Select the parameter Fan test or FanTst and set to On Save the setting Check whether air is coming out of the ventilation grids and whether the fans are making any unusual noises If there is no air coming out of the ventilation grids or the fans are making unusual noises then presumably the fans were not installed properly Check the installation of the fans If the fans were installed correctly contact the SMA Service Line Select the parameter Fan test or FanTst and set to Off Save the setting Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 77 12 Decommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Decommissioning the Inverter A CAUTION Risk of injury when lifting the inverter or if it is dropped The inverter is heavy see section 13 Technical Data page 81 If it is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or attached to the wall mounting bracket there is a risk of injury Transport the inverter horizontally with several persons With one hand each grasp the recessed grips on the top and on the bottom or use a steel rod diameter 30 mm at maximum 1 gw Nei Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 Remove the AC cable from the inverter If an Ethernet cable is connected for Speedwire communicat
33. can trigger a signal to the network operator as soon as the inverter connects to the electricity grid To enable this function the multi function relays of all inverters must be connected in parallel Inverter 1 Grid relay closed ENG Inverter 2 Grid relay open __ ______ __ e e Inverter n Grid relay open 1 H DOG a Signal to E network operator O gt gt Figure 11 Circuit diagram for reporting the switching status of the grid relay example Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 43 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 5 2 Connecting to the Multi Function Relay OU OO wa Figure 12 Connecting terminal plate for the connection to the multi function relay Requirement The technical requirements of the multifunction relay must be met see section 13 Technical Data page 81 Cable requirements The cable must be double ins
34. diagnosis Input B defective Sensor fault fan permanently on Varistor defective Self diagnosis Interference device 11 Troubleshooting Cause and corrective measures The inverter has switched off due to excessive temperatures Corrective measures Clean the fans see section 11 8 page 75 Ensure that the inverter has sufficient ventilation The inverter has switched off due to excessive temperatures Corrective measures Clean the fans see section 11 8 page 75 Ensure that the inverter has sufficient ventilation The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line At least one of the thermally monitored varistors is defective Corrective measures Check the function of the varistors see section 11 6 page 73 The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 69 11 Troubleshooting Event number 8001 8101 to 8104 8801 to 8803 9002 9003 Display message Derating occurred Comm disturbed No display Inst code i
35. echnical Information Overvoltage Protection at www SMA Solar com Protective conductor monitoring The inverter is equipped with a protective conductor monitoring device This protective conductor monitoring device detects when there is no protective conductor connected and disconnects the inverter from the electricity grid if this is the case i Connection of an additional protective conductor In some countries an additional earthing is required In each case observe the locally applicable regulations If an additional earthing is required earth the inverter see section 6 3 3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure page 37 The conductor cross section must correspond to the cross section of the original protective conductor This prevents touch current if the original protective conductor fails 6 3 2 Connecting the Inverter to the Electricity Grid Requirements The connection requirements of the network operator must be met The mains voltage must be in the permissible range The exact operating range of the inverter is specified in the operating parameters see Technical Description Measured Values and Parameters at www SMA Solar com Procedure 1 Disconnect the miniature circuit breaker from all three phase conductors and secure against reconnection 2 Loosen all screws and conical spring washers of the enclosure lid using an Allen key AF 5 and remove the enclosure lid Remove the adhesive tape from t
36. er Minimum On power for MFR battery bank or Mlt BatCha Pwr and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the power threshold from which the battery is to be charged Select the parameter Minimum time before reconnection of MFR battery bank or Mlt BatCha Tmm and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the minimum time which must elapse after charging the battery before the battery can be charged again Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 57 8 Configuration SMA Solar Technology AG 8 8 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak For partially shaded PV modules you should activate SMA OptiTrac Global Peak and set the interval at which the inverter optimises the MPP of the PV plant The basic procedure for changing operating parameters is explained in another section see section 8 9 page 58 Procedure 1 Select the parameter OptiTrac Global Peak switched on or MPPShdw IsOn and set to On 2 Select the parameter Cycle time of the OptiTrac Global Peak algorithm or MPPShdw CycTms and set the desired time interval The ideal time interval is usually six minutes The value should only be increased if the shading situation changes extremely slowly The inverter optimises the MPP of the PV plant in the predetermined time interval 8 9 Changing Operating Parameters This section describes the basic procedure for changing operating parameters Change operating parameters always as described in this section
37. er of an error present on the inverter Grid relay If the grid relay is closed the inverter is feeding into the electricity grid If the grid relay is open the inverter is disconnected from the electricity grid Inverter Input voltage or input current of a phase conductor Event number of an error on the PV array side Text line to display event and error messages PV array STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 19 4 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Position Symbol Explanation Q Diagram with the power curve of the last 16 feed in hours energy yields of the last 16 days n order to switch between the displays tap once on the enclosure lid You can operate the display by tapping the enclosure lid NS eA Tapping once to activate the backlight to scroll to the next text line to switch between the power graphs of the last 16 feed in hours and the energy yields of the last 16 days Tapping twice the display alternates automatically between the firmware version the serial number of the inverter the NetID the IP address the subnet mask the configured country data set and the display language 4 The displayed error must be rectified on site by a skilled person The displayed error cannot be rectified on site Contact the SMA Service Line 4 5 Bluetooth As standard the inverter is equipped with a Bluetooth interface which allows for communication with Bluetooth devices for information on supported
38. erter Position Designation Positive DC connectors input A for positive DC cables Positive DC connectors input B for positive DC cables Socket for connecting the ESS Socket with filler plug for the network connection Cable gland M25 with filler plug for the data cables Enclosure opening for the AC cable Negative DC connectors input A for negative DC cables Ilo i mioci io ovo Negative DC connectors input B for negative DC cables 32 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6 2 2 Interior View D Figure 8 Connection areas in the interior of the inverter Position Designation A Connecting terminal plate for the AC cable B Multifunction relay with protective cover Slot fo
39. erter has detected a residual current due to Check generator 3801 to 3802 DC overcurrent temporary PV array earthing Corrective measures Check the PV plant for earth faults see section 11 5 page 71 Overcurrent at the DC input The inverter briefly Check generator 3901 to 3902 Waiting for DC start interrupts feed in Corrective measures e f this message is displayed frequently ensure that the PV array has been correctly rated and wired The conditions for the feed in to the electricity grid conditions Start cond not met 6001 to 6438 Self diagnosis have not been met Corrective measures Wait for more irradiation e f this message is displayed frequently in the morning increase the limiting voltage to start the feed in To do so change the parameter Critical voltage to start feed in If this message is displayed frequently with medium irradiation ensure that the PV array is correctly rated The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Interference device Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line 68 STP5 9TLIA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Event number 6501 to 6509 6511 6603 to 6604 6801 to 6802 6901 to 6902 7001 to 7002 7401 7701 to 7703 Installation Manual Display message Self diagnosis Overtemperature Overtemperature Self diagnosis Overload Self diagnosis Input A defective Self
40. ery bank BatCha The multifunction relay controls the charging of the batteries depending on the power range of the PV plant Fan control FanCtl The multifunction relay controls an external fan depending on the temperature of the inverter Switching status grid relay The local network operator may require that a signal is transmitted as GriSwCpy soon as the inverter connects to the electricity grid The multi function relay simulates the switching status of the grid relay and trips a signal to the network operator 4 10 All Pole Sensitive Residual Current Monitoring Unit The inverter is equipped with an all pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit with an integrated differential current sensor The all pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit detects alternating and direct differential currents The integrated differential current sensor detects the current difference between the neutral conductor and the number of phase conductors for single phase and three phase inverters If the current difference increases suddenly the inverter disconnects from the electricity grid If an external residual current device is required or planned you must install a residual current device which trips at a residual current of 100 mA or higher That ensures that the inverter does not disconnect from the electricity grid due to leakage currents which are a normal phenomenon during operation If the locally applicable installation regulations
41. escribed order Procedure see Section 1 Check which country data set the inverter is set to Supplementary sheet with the default settings type label or display 2 If the country data set is not set correctly for your country or 7 2 page 46 your purpose adjust to the required country data set and corresponding display language 3 If the inverter is to communicate with multiple Bluetooth 7 3 page 50 devices or if Bluetooth is not to be used as the type of communication adjust the NetID 4 Commission the inverter for the first time 7 4 page 52 7 2 Adjusting the Country Data Set A display language is assigned to every country data set Set the country data set with the corresponding display language appropriate for your country or purpose If the display language does not match the required language you can change it after commissioning see section 8 2 page 54 i The country data set must be set correctly If you select a country data set which is not valid for your country and purpose it can cause a disturbance in the plant and lead to problems with the network operator When selecting the country data set you must always observe the locally applicable standards and directives as well as the properties of the plant e g plant size grid connection point e If you are not sure which country data set is valid for your country or purpose contact your network operator and ask which country data set should be configured
42. fed into the electricity grid SMA OptiTrac Global Peak is deactivated by default and should be activated and set via a communication product for partially shaded PV modules see section 8 8 page 58 4 13 SMA Grid Guard SMA Grid Guard acts as an automatic disconnection device between a grid parallel generator e g a PV plant or small wind turbine system and the electricity grid SMA Grid Guard is also a grid monitoring concept which detects errors by permanently monitoring grid impedance mains voltage and mains frequency For example SMA Grid Guard detects when a stand alone grid is formed and disconnects the inverter from the electricity grid immediately In some countries the connection conditions require a device which protects grid relevant operating parameters against unpermitted changes SMA Grid Guard performs this function Some country data sets are automatically protected after the first ten feed in hours The protected country data sets can only be changed via a communication product by entering a personal access code the SMA Grid Guard code after ten feed in hours for information on changing parameters see the manual for the communication product You will receive the SMA Grid Guard code from SMA Solar Technology AG to apply for the SMA Grid Guard code see the certificate Application for SMA Grid Guard Code at www SMA Solar com 4 14 Varistors Varistors are voltage dependent resistors that protect the inverter again
43. formation can be found at www SMA Solar com Document title Document type Insulation Resistance of Non Galvanically Isolated PV Plants Technical information Criteria for Selecting a Residual Current Device Technical information Miniature Circuit Breaker Technical information Module Technology Technical information SMA Bluetooth SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology in Practice Technical information SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology Technical description Temperature Derating Technical information Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 7 1 Information on this Document Symbols Symbol DANGER WARNING CAUTION NOTICE 1 M Nomenclature Complete designation SMA Solar Technology AG Explanation Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in property damage Information that is important for a specific topic or goal but is not safety relevant Indicates an essential requirement for achieving a specific goal Desired result A problem that might occur Designation in this document Torque Torque Electronic Solar Switch ESS PV plant Plant SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology Bluetooth
44. h is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter Touching the DC conductors or the live components can lead to lethal electric shocks Do not touch the DC conductors Do not touch any live components of the inverter e Prior to performing any work on the inverter disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this document see section 9 page 59 DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock Touching an unearthed PV module or an array frame can cause a fatal electric shock Connect and earth the PV modules array frame and electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction Observe the applicable local regulations WARNING Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts Some parts of the enclosure can get hot during operation During operation touch the inverter on the enclosure lid only NOTICE Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Touching electronic components can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge Earth yourself before touching any components 10 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Scope of Delivery 3 Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage Contact your specialist dealer if the delivery is incomplete or damaged e G H L M N O P Com
45. h varistor according to the following procedure Procedure 1 Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources and open the enclosure lid see section 9 page 59 2 Use a measuring device to measure whether there is a conductive connection between the upper and the middle connection wire If there is no conductive connection the varistor is defective SMA Solar Technology AG recommends replacing all varistors immediately Order new varistors and insertion tools see section 14 Accessories page 88 e If new varistors are available replace all varistors see section 11 7 page 74 If there is no conductive connection contact SMA Service Line Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 73 11 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 11 7 Replacing the Varistors Proceed as follows to replace each varistor 1 Wi Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources and open the enclosure lid see section 9 page 59 2 Insert the insertion tool into the contacts of the connecting terminal plate Remove the varistor from the connecting terminal plate 4 Insert the new varistor into the connecting terminal plate The labels of the varistor must face to the right in the inside of the inverter 5 Remove the insertion tool from the contacts of the connecting terminal plate 6 Recommis
46. he enclosure opening for the AC cable Attach the M32x1 5 cable gland to the enclosure opening for the AC cable using a counter nut Strip the AC cable jacket Shorten L1 L2 L3 and N by 5 mm each Strip 18 mm of the insulation from each of L1 12 13 N and the protective conductor po X Ue Route the AC cable into the inverter through the cable gland If necessary slightly loosen the swivel nut of the cable gland 9 Push the safety levers of the AC connecting terminal plate right up to the stop Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 do 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 10 A CAUTION Risk of fire when connecting two conductors to a terminal When connecting two conductors to a terminal a fire might occur due to a bad electrical connection Never connect more than one conductor per terminal 11 Connect PE N L1 L2 and L3 according to the labelling to the connecting terminal plate for the AC cable and push the safety levers down The direction of the rotating magnetic field of L1 L2 and L3 is not relevant 12 Tighten the swivel nut of the cable gland 13 Close the inverter and earth the enclosure lid Attach one conical spring washer to each screw The grooved side of the conical spring washer must point to the screw head Secure the enclosure lid in the sequence 1 to 6 torque 6 Nm 0 5 using an Allen key AF 5 V The teeth of the conical
47. ice Line The inverter has detected an error in the AC cabling or the potential difference between N and the protective conductor in the building installation is above 50 V The inverter cannot connect to the electricity grid Corrective measures e Ensure that the AC connection at the inverter is correct see section 6 3 2 page 35 Ensure that there is no potential difference between N and the protective conductor in the building installation Ensure that the country data set has been configured correctly Check the positions of the rotary switches and B or select and check the parameter for the country data set Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Event number 1501 3302 to 3303 3401 to 3402 3501 Installation Manual Display message Reconnection fault grid Unstable operation DC overvoltage Disconnect generator Insulation resist Check generator 11 Troubleshooting Cause and corrective measures The changed country data set or the value of an operating parameter you have set does not correspond to the local requirements The inverter cannot connect to the electricity grid Corrective measures Ensure that the country data set has been configured correctly Check the positions of the rotary switches A and B or select and check the parameter for the country data set There is not enough power at the DC input of the inverter for stable operation The inverter cannot con
48. ifficulty Figure 6 Permitted and prohibited mounting positions 28 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting 5 2 Mounting the Inverter Additionally required mounting material not included in the scope of delivery LI Atleast two screws which are suitable for the weight of the inverter and the surface At least two washers that are suitable for the screws If necessary two wall plugs suitable for the foundation If the inverter is to be secured against theft at least one safety screw one wall plug suitable for the safety screw CAUTION Risk of injury when lifting the inverter or if it is dropped The inverter is heavy see section 13 Technical Data page 81 If it is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or attached to the wall mounting bracket there is a risk of injury Transport the inverter horizontally with several persons With one hand each grasp the recessed grips on the top and on the bottom or use a steel rod diameter 30 mm at maximum Damage to the ESS socket from dirt and foreign bodies Lowering the inverter onto an uneven building ground can allow dirt or foreign bodies e g stones to enter the socket and damage the contacts That prevents the ESS from functioning correctly Always lower the inverter on an even building ground Procedure 1 Ensure that no lines are laid in
49. ion remove the cable from the inverter 4 If the multifunction relay the SMA Power Control Module or the 485 Data Module Type B are used remove the connection cable from the inverter 5 Close the inverter Attach one conical spring washer to each screw The grooved side of the conical spring washer must point to the screw head Le 22 eg 78 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Decommissioning the Inverter Secure the enclosure lid in the sequence 1 to 6 torque 6 Nm 0 5 Nm using an Allen key AF 5 6 second protective conductor is connected loosen the M x16 cheese head screw and remove the screw conical spring washer clamping bracket and protective conductor 7 Remove the ventilation grids laterally Loosen the screws on both sides between the inverter and the wall mounting bracket using an Allen key AF 5 9 If the inverter is protected against theft loosen the safety screws 10 Remove the inverter by lifting it up vertically and out of the wall mounting bracket Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 79 12 Decommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 11 NOTICE Damage to the ESS socket from dirt and foreign bodies Lowering the inverter onto an uneven building ground can allow dirt or foreign bodies e g stones to enter the socket and damage the contacts That prevents the ESS from functioning cor
50. ive pole IF the following results are present at the same time there is an earth fault in the PV plant All measured voltages are stable The sum of the two voltages against the earth potential is approximately equal to the voltage between the positive and negative poles Determine the location of the earth fault via the ratio of the two measured voltages Eliminate the earth fault If there is no earth fault and the message is still displayed contact the SMA Service Line Example Location of the earth fault The example shows an earth fault between the second and third PV module V 200 V V 300 V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 3 Recommission the inverter see section 10 Recommissioning the Inverter page 61 72 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting 11 6 Checking the Function of the Varistors If the inverter displays event number 7401 one of the varistors is probably defective NOTICE Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage If varistors are missing the inverter is no longer protected against overvoltage Do not operate the inverter without varistors in plants with a high risk of overvoltages Do not recommission the inverter until the defective varistors have been replaced NOTICE Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to 1 000 V Check the function of eac
51. lay language as follows 1 Wei Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources and open the enclosure lid see section 9 page 59 2 Set rotary switch A to using a flatblade screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm This ensures that the data country set remains unchanged 3 Set the rotary switch B to the required language using a flat blade screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm Position Display language 0 default setting 1 English 2 3 French 4 Spanish 5 Italian 6 Greek 7 Czech 8 Korean z Portuguese A Dutch B Slovenian C Bulgarian D Polish 4 Recommission the inverter see section 10 page 61 The inverter adopts the settings after commissioning This can take up to five minutes 54 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration 8 3 Connecting the Inverter to the Network Additionally required material not included in the scope of delivery 1 One mating plug for RJ45 socket in accordance with IEC 61076 3 106 model 4 with push pull lock SMA recommends the plug sets STX RJ45 Telegartner or IE PS VOAP RJA5 FH from Weidm ller O 1 network cable Cable requirements Type of cable 100BaseTx 5 with 5 or S STP shielding SMA recommends the cable type SMA COMCAB OUT xxx for outdoors and the cable type SMA COMCAB IN xxx for indoors The cables are available in the lengths
52. livery 4 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 4 8 4 9 4 10 4 11 4 12 4 13 4 14 1 Information on this Document eere serene eee eene Abpiopridie deii o d Cea er Qualifications of Skilled Sate aara aAa Label and Additional Electronic Solar Switch 5 BIS Co et arena BN STO Ota Slot for 485 Data Module or SMA Power Control Operating Multi Function d NU All Pole Sensitive Residual Current Monitoring Gud Manage meni sareren SMA OptiTrac Global SMA OA atout t Mele TUE 5 Mounting 5 5 2 Installation Manual Requirements for Mounting eese Mounting the Inverter suede orte tt sese teas STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 Table of Contents Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connector E rea Ursi 31 61 Safety during Electrical
53. ments of the German Equipment and Product Safety Act C Tick The product complies with the requirements of the applicable Australian EMC standards Additional Label for Registration in Sunny Portal To the right of the type label there is an additional label with information for registration in Sunny Portal nternet address of the plant setup assistant Identification key PIC Registration ID RID 16 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description 4 3 Electronic Solar Switch ESS The ESS and the DC connectors form a DC load disconnect unit The Bluetooth antenna is integrated in the ESS When plugged in the ESS forms a conductive path between the PV array and the inverter Removing the ESS interrupts the DC electric circuit and removing all DC connectors disconnects the PV array completely from the inverter Labels on the ESS Label Explanation oe 0 Operating principle of ESS 71 e ESS is plugged in DC electric circuit is closed EN 501 To interrupt the DC electric circuit you must perform the following steps in order 4 Remove the ESS Remove the protective cover 5 Unlock and remove all DC connectors Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter observe waiting ull time of five minutes High voltages that can cause fatal electric shocks are present in the live components of the inverter Disconnect the inve
54. n Danger to life due to high voltages The product operates at high voltages All work on the product must be carried out by skilled persons only Risk of burns from hot surfaces The product can get hot during operation Avoid contact during operation Allow the product to cool down sufficiently before carrying out any work Wear personal protective equipment such as safety gloves Observe the documentation Observe all documentation that is supplied with the product Direct current The product does not have a transformer Three phase current with neutral conductor WEEE designation Do not dispose of the product together with the household waste but in accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic waste CE marking The product complies with the requirements of the applicable EU directives 5 5 9 12 15 4 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Symbol Explanation Device class ID The product is equipped with a wireless component and complies with device class 2 IP65 Degree of protection IP65 The product is protected against dust intrusion and water jets from any angle The product is suitable for outdoor installation RAL quality mark for solar products The product complies with the requirements of the German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification Solar Certified safety The product is VDE tested and complies with the require
55. n key AF 5 Securely plug in the ESS ot e Switch on the miniature circuit breakers of all three phase conductors Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 61 10 Recommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 7 62 If a multi function relay is used switch on the load supply voltage The start up phase begins The green LED is glowing and the display alternates automatically between the firmware version the serial number or designation of the inverter the NetID the IP address the subnet mask the configured country data set and the display language Is the green LED flashing Possible cause of the error the DC input voltage is still too low or the inverter is monitoring the electricity grid Once the DC input voltage is sufficiently high and the grid connection conditions are met the inverter will start operation The red LED is glowing and an error message and event number appear in the display Correct the error see section 11 Troubleshooting page 63 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting 11 1 LED Signals The LEDs indicate the operating state of the inverter LED Status Green LED Glowing Flashing Red LED Glowing Blue LED Glowing Explanation Feed in operation If an event occurs during feed in operation the event message is shown in the display see section 11 2 page 63 Grid connection co
56. nditions are not met Errors The display shows an error message and an event number see section 11 3 page 64 Bluetooth communication is active 11 2 Event Messages Display message Update file OK Grid param locked Update communication Update main CPU Update Bluetooth Upd language table Update completed Grid param unchanged Inst code valid Self test Installation Manual Cause The update file found is valid The operating parameters have been blocked and cannot be changed The inverter is updating the communication component The inverter is updating the inverter component The inverter is updating the Bluetooth component The inverter is updating the language table The inverter has successfully completed the update The selected rotary switch position is not assigned or the grid parameters cannot be changed The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid Protected operating parameters have now been unblocked and you can adjust the parameters The parameters are automatically locked again after ten feed in hours The self test is being carried out STP5 9TLIA en 1 2 63 11 Troubleshooting 11 3 Error Messages Event number 101 to 103 202 to 203 64 System incident System incident STP5 9TLIA en 12 Display message SMA Solar Technology AG Cause and corrective measures The mains voltage or grid impedance at the termination point of the inverter is too high The inverter has di
57. nect to the electricity grid Corrective measures Ensure that the PV array is designed correctly Overvoltage at DC input The inverter may be destroyed Corrective measures Immediately disconnect the inverter from voltage sources see section 9 page 59 Check the DC voltage to ensure it is below the maximum input voltage of the inverter If the DC voltage is below the maximum input voltage of the inverter connect the DC connectors to the inverter again e f the DC voltage is above the maximum input voltage of the inverter ensure that the PV array has been correctly rated or contact the PV array installer e fthis message is repeated frequently contact the SMA Service Line The inverter has detected an earth fault in the PV array Corrective measures Check the PV plant for earth faults see section 11 5 page 71 STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 67 11 Troubleshooting Event number Display message 3601 High discharge curr SMA Solar Technology AG Cause and corrective measures The leakage current from the inverter and the PV array Check generator 3701 Resid curr too high is too high There is an earth fault a residual current or a malfunction The inverter interrupts feed in operation immediately after exceeding a limiting value and then automatically re connects to the electricity grid Corrective measures Check the PV plant for earth faults see section 11 5 page 71 The inv
58. ng mode The basic procedure for changing operating parameters is explained in another section see section 8 9 page 58 1 Select the parameter Operating mode of multifunction relay or and set the desired operating mode see section 4 9 page 22 2 Once you have set the operating mode Self consumption or SelfCsmp you can configure other settings Select the parameter Minimum On power for MFR self consumption or Mlt MinOnPwr and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the power threshold from which a load is to be activated Select the parameter Minimum power On time MFR self consumption or Mlt MinOnPwrTmm and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the minimum time for which the power must have exceeded the minimum switch on power threshold in order to trip activation of the load Select the parameter Minimum On time for MER self consumption or Mlt MinOnTmm and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the minimum time for which the load remains activated 3 If you have set the operating mode Control via communication select the parameter Status of MFR with control via communication or Mlt ComCtl Sw and set the desired value By doing this you are setting the status at which the multifunction relay is controlled via a communication product 4 f you have set the operating mode Battery bank or BatCha make further settings Select the paramet
59. nual STP5 9TL IA en 12 13 A Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Symbols on the Inverter Symbol T 3 AN Explanation Inverter This symbol is located next to the green LED which indicates feed in operation of the inverter Observe the documentation This symbol is located next to the red LED which indicates a fault or disturbance see section 11 Troubleshooting page 63 Bluetooth This symbol is located next to the blue LED which indicates an active Bluetooth communication Danger This symbol indicates that the inverter must be additionally earthed if a second protective conductor or equipotential bonding is required locally see section 6 3 3 page 37 QR Code Links to additional information on the inverter can be found at www SMA Solar com STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description 4 2 Type Label and Additional Label The type label uniquely identifies the inverter The type label is located on the right hand side of the enclosure You will find the following information on the type label Device type Model Serial number Serial No Date of manufacture e Device specific characteristics You will need the information on the type label to use the product safely and for questions to the SMA Service Line The type label must be permanently attached to the product Symbols on the Type Label Symbol Installation Manual Explanatio
60. nual STP5 9TL IA en 12 59 9 Disconnecting the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Ensure that there is no voltage between any terminal of the multi function relay and PE of the AC 12 60 connecting terminal plate Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter The internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge Earth yourself before touching any components STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Recommissioning the Inverter 10 Recommissioning the Inverter If you have disconnected the inverter from all voltage sources e g for configuration purposes and want to recommission it proceed as follows Requirements The miniature circuit breaker must be correctly rated The inverter must be correctly mounted Procedure 1 Close the inverter and earth the enclosure lid Attach one conical spring washer to each screw The grooved side of the conical spring washer must point to the screw head Secure the enclosure lid in the sequence 1 to 6 torque 6 Nm 0 5 using an Allen key AF 5 V The teeth of the conical spring washers are pushed into the enclosure lid This ensures that the enclosure lid is earthed Connect the DC connectors to the inverter Seal all unused DC inputs using the DC connectors with sealing plugs Secure the protective cover using two screws and an Alle
61. nvalid Grid param locked 70 STP5 9TLIA en 12 SMA Solar Technology AG Cause and corrective measures The inverter has reduced its power output for more than ten minutes due to excessive temperature Corrective measures e f this message is displayed frequently clean the fans see section 11 8 page 75 e Ensure that the inverter has sufficient ventilation The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line Corrective measures Contact the SMA Service Line This error message can have three causes but the inverter continues to feed into the electricity grid The ambient temperature is lower than 25 C The display switched off for reasons of protection The inverter cannot identify the display type No display is connected to the inverter or the connection is defective Corrective measures If the display switched off due to the ambient temperature being too low wait until the ambient temperature is over 25 C e f the ambient temperature is above 25 C contact the SMA Service Line The SMA Grid Guard code entered is not correct The operating parameters are still protected and cannot be changed Corrective measures Enter the correct Grid Guard code The operating parameters are now locked You cannot change the parameters Corrective measures Unlock the parameters with the SMA Grid Guard code Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting
62. outside the enclosure Pollution degree inside the enclosure Operating temperature range Maximum permissible value for relative humidity non condensing Maximum operating altitude above MSL Typical noise emission Power loss in night mode Maximum data volume per inverter with Speedwire Webconnect Additional data volume for use of the Sunny Portal live interface Topology Cooling concept Fan connection Degree of protection for electronics in accordance with IEC 60529 Protection class in accordance with IEC 62103 Grid configurations Approvals and national standards as per 04 201 3 13 Technical Data Outdoors 9 2 225 Ci1o 60 C 100 3 000 m lt AO dB A 1 W 550 MB month 600 kB hour Transformerless SMA OptiCool Designed for safe disconnection in accordance with DIN EN 50178 1998 04 IP65 TN C TN S TN C S IT TT lt 30 V 54777 CE 0 21 gt 6 kWp C10 11 2012 DIN EN 62109 1 50438 G59 2 G83 1 1 IEC 61727 MEA IEC 61727 PEA IEC 62109 2 NEN EN 50438 NRS 97 2 1 PPC PPDS RD 661 2007 RD 1699 2011 514777 SI 4777 2 VDEO126 1 1 UTE C15 712 1 VDE ARN 4105 C10 11 2012 only possible if the three phase line to line voltage is 400 V EN 50438 does not apply for all national appendices of EN 50438 IEC 62109 2 This standard requires that either multi function relay in the inverter is used as fault indicator or that the inverter is connected
63. ponents Position Quantity Designation A 1 Inverter B 2 Ventilation grid 1 Wall mounting bracket D 1 Electronic Solar Switch E Protective cover F 4 Negative DC connector G 4 Positive DC connector H 6 Sealing plug 1 M32x1 5 cable gland K Counter nut L 1 Clamping bracket M 2 Conical spring washer Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 11 3 Scope of Delivery SMA Solar Technology AG Position Quantity Designation N 2 6 1 6 cheese head screw O 2 M6x8 cheese head screw Installation manual user manual document set with declarations and certificates supplementary sheet with default settings supplementary sheet with information on SMA Speedwire Webconnect installation manual of the DC connectors One spare part for the enclosure lid included 12 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description 4 Product Description 41 Sunny Tripower The Sunny Tripower is a transformerless PV inverter with two MPP trackers which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid compliant three phase current and feeds it into the electricity grid Figure 2 Design of the Sunny Tripower Position Designation A Ventilation grid B Additional label Type label D Electronic Solar Switch E Protective cover F LEDs G Display H Enclosure lid Screws and conical spring washers of the enclosure lid Installation Ma
64. r 485 Data Module Type or SMA Power Control Module D Varistors Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 33 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 3 Connection 6 3 1 Requirements for the AC Connection Cable requirements External diameter of the cable must correspond to the clamping range of the cable gland 12 mm to 21 mm Recommended conductor cross section for stiff or flexible cables with or without bootlace ferrule 1 5 mm to 6 mm Conductor cross section at maximum 10 mm O Stripping length of the insulated wires 18 mm The cable must be dimensioned in accordance with any local and national guidelines on cable dimensions which specify requirements for the minimum conductor cross section Examples of factors influencing cable dimensioning are nominal AC current type of cable routing method cable bundling ambient temperature and maximum desired line losses for calculation of line losses see design software Sunny Design from software version 2 0 www SMA Solar com Switch disconnector and cable protection NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to the use of screw type fuses as switch disconnectors Screw type fuses e g DIAZED fuse or NEOZED fuse are not switch disconnectors Do not use screw type fuses as switch disconnectors Use a switch disconnector or miniature circuit breaker as a load disconnection unit for information and design examples see Technical Information
65. rectly Always lower the inverter on an even building ground 12 If the inverter is to be stored or shipped in a package pack the inverter the protective cover and the ESS Use the original packaging or packaging that is suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter 13 Dispose of the inverter in accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic waste 80 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 13 Technical Data 13 1 DC AC 13 1 1 Sunny 5000TL 6000TL 70001 DC Input Maximum DC power at cos Maximum input voltage MPP voltage range Rated input voltage Minimum input voltage Initial input voltage Maximum input current input A Maximum input current input B Maximum input current per string input A Maximum input current per string input B Maximum short circuit current input A Maximum short circuit current input A Number of independent MPP inputs Strings per MPP input STP 5000 20 5 100 W 1 000 V 245 V to 800 V 580 V 150 V 188 V 11A 10 11A 10A 22 5 15A 2 Maximum permitted current allowed through one DC connector Installation Manual STP 6000TL 20 6 125 W 1 000 V 295 V to 800 V 580 V 150 V 188 V 11A 10A 11A 10A 22 5 15A 13 Technical Data STP 7000 20 7 175 1 000 V 290 V to 800 V 580 V 150 V 188 V 15 10A 15A 10A 22 5 A 15A S
66. require the use of a residual current device that trips at a lower residual current e g 30 mA normal leakage currents can cause false tripping 4 11 Grid Management The inverter is equipped with grid management functions Depending on the requirements of the network operator you can activate and configure the functions e g provision of reactive power active power limitation via operating parameters for information on the functions and operating parameters see Technical Description Measured Values and Parameters at www SMA Solar com Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 23 4 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4 12 SMA OptiTrac Global Peak SMA OptiTrac Global Peak is a development of the MPP tracking SMA OptiTrac MPP tracking is a feature that determines the highest usable power in the PV plant at any given time The power generated by the PV plant depends on the level of solar irradiation and the temperature of the PV modules As a result the optimal operating point for the maximum power MPP changes constantly throughout the day SMA OptiTrac allows the operating point of the inverter to follow the MPP precisely at all times SMA OptiTrac Global Peak also means that the inverter can detect the presence of multiple maximum power points in the available operating range as can occur in partially shaded PV strings in particular The available power of the partially shaded PV strings can therefore be almost completely
67. rter from all voltage sources before performing any work on it see section 9 Disconnecting the Inverter page 59 Operating the inverter without a protective cover is prohibited Always operate the inverter with a protective cover Nicht ohne Blende betreiben Do not operate without cover Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 17 A Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4 4 Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter e g current power daily energy total energy as well as events or errors Power and energy are displayed as bars in the diagram A Power Li Figure 3 Display design example Position Symbol Explanation A Current power B Energy on the current day Total amount of energy fed 18 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Position D Installation Manual Symbol 9 4 Product Description Explanation Active Bluetooth connection Quality of the Bluetooth connection Active connection to a Speedwire network Active connection to Sunny Portal Multi function relay is active Power limitation due to excessive temperature Active power limitation via plant control Phase conductor the displayed values are assigned to Electricity grid Event number of an error on the electricity grid side Output voltage or output current of a phase conductor Event numb
68. sconnected from the electricity grid Corrective measures Check that the mains voltage at the termination point of the inverter is permanently in the permissible range If the mains voltage is outside the permissible range due to local grid conditions contact the network operator Ask the network operator whether the voltage can be adapted at the feed in point or if it would be acceptable to change the monitored operating limits If the mains voltage is permanently in the permissible range and this message is still displayed contact the SMA Service Line The electricity grid has been disconnected the AC cable is damaged or the mains voltage at the termination point of the inverter is too low The inverter has disconnected from the electricity grid Corrective measures Ensure that the miniature circuit breaker is switched on Ensure that the AC cable is not damaged Ensure that the AC cable is correctly connected Check that the mains voltage at the termination point of the inverter is permanently in the permissible range IF the mains voltage is outside the permissible range due to local grid conditions contact the network operator Ask the network operator whether the voltage can be adapted at the feed in point or if it would be acceptable to change the monitored operating limits If the mains voltage is permanently in the permissible range and this message is still displayed contact SMA Service
69. sion the inverter see section 10 page 61 74 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting 11 8 Clean the fan Procedure Cleaning the ventilation grids Cleaning the fans Cleaning the Ventilation Grids Proceed as follows to clean each ventilation grid 1 Remove the ventilation grid laterally 2 NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to foreign bodies Do not remove the ventilation grid permanently otherwise foreign bodies could penetrate the enclosure 3 Clean the ventilation grid with a soft brush a paint brush or compressed air Close the recessed grips with the ventilation grids Ensure the assignment is correct The correct assignment is marked on the inside of each ventilation grid links left for the left hand side and rechts right for the righthand side Cleaning the Fans Proceed as follows to clean each fan 1 Danger to life due to high voltages Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 Wait for the fans to stop rotating 3 Check whether the fan guard is dusty or heavily soiled If the fan guard is dusty clean the fan guard with a vacuum cleaner If the fan guard is heavily soiled remove the fan guard and clean it Usea screwdriver to push the two locking tabs at the right hand edge of the fan guard to the right and remove them from the retainer Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 75
70. spare parts for your product in the following overview If required these can be ordered from SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialist dealer Designation Brief description SMA order number Electronic Solar Switch ESS as spare part ESS HANDLE Insertion tool for replacing Insertion tool for varistors SB TVWZ varistors Ventilation grid Ventilation grid set A5 7202 right and left as spare part SUNCLIX DC connector Field plug for conductor SUNCLIX FC6 SET cross sections of 2 5 mm to 6 mm SMA Power Control Module Multi function interface for PWCBRD 10 implementing grid management RS485 interface 5485 interface for establishing A85BRD 10 wired connection When ordering a new ESS always indicate the device type and serial number of the inverter 88 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 15 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products contact the SMA Service Line We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance Inverter device type e Inverter serial number e Firmware version of the inverter 15 Contact Special country specific settings of the inverter if applicable Type and number of the PV modules connected Installation location and installation altitude of the inverter Three digit or four digit event number and display message Optional equipment e g communication products Use of the multi f
71. st overvoltage The inverter is equipped with thermally monitored varistors Varistors can become worn and lose their protective function with age or repeated strain as a result of overvoltage The inverter detects if one of the varistors is defective and indicates an error see section 11 Troubleshooting page 63 The varistors are specially manufactured for use in the inverter and are not commercially available You must order new varistors directly from SMA Solar Technology AG 24 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting 5 Mounting 51 Requirements for Mounting Requirements for the mounting location WARNING Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction electrical devices can cause fires Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored Do not mount the inverter in a potentially explosive atmosphere Do not mount inverter on pillar The mounting location must be inaccessible to children A solid foundation must be available for mounting e g concrete or masonry When mounted on plasterboard or similar materials the inverter will develop audible vibrations during operation which could be perceived as annoying O The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter section 13 Technical Data
72. tentially explosive atmospheres For safety reasons it is forbidden to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product Read and observe the documentation Keep the documentation a convenient place for future reference 2 2 Qualifications of Skilled Persons The work described in this document must be performed by skilled persons only Skilled persons must have the following qualifications Knowledge of how an inverter works and is operated Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using electrical devices and plants Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and plants Knowledge of the applicable standards and directives Knowledge of and adherence to this document and all safety precautions Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 9 2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG 2 3 Safety Precautions This section contains safety precautions that must be observed at all times when working on or with the product To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long term operation of the product read this section carefully and comply with the safety precautions at all times DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages When exposed to sunlight the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage whic
73. the PV plant l Disconnect the miniature circuit breaker from all three phase conductors and secure against reconnection 2 If the ESS is plugged in remove the ESS 38 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection If the protective cover is mounted loosen the two screws of the protective cover using an Allen key AF 5 and remove the protective cover Check the PV strings for earth faults see section 11 5 page 71 Connect the assembled DC connectors to the inverter V The DC connectors click audibly into place NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to moisture penetration The inverter is only properly sealed when all the unused DC inputs are closed with DC connectors and sealing plugs Do not insert the sealing plugs directly into the DC inputs on the inverter For unused DC connectors push down the clamping bracket and push the swivel nut up to the thread Insert the sealing plug into the DC connector Tighten the DC connector torque 2 Nm gt Insert the DC connectors with sealing plugs the corresponding DC inputs on the inverter The DC connectors click audibly into place Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 39 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place 8 If the multi function relay is not used attach the protective cover and plug in the ESS Secure
74. tial Start Up SMA Solar Technology AG 7 3 Setting the NetID By default the NetID is set to for all SMA inverters and SMA communication products with Bluetooth If your plant consists of one inverter and no more than one other Bluetooth device e g computer with Bluetooth or SMA communication product you can leave the NetID set to 1 You must change the in the following cases f your plant consists of one inverter and two other Bluetooth devices e g computer with Bluetooth interface and SMA communication product or multiple inverters with Bluetooth you must change the NetID of your plant That enables communication with multiple Bluetooth devices If there is another plant with Bluetooth within 500 m of your plant you must change the NetID of your plant This will help to separate both plants from each other e f you do not want to communicate using Bluetooth deactivate communication via Bluetooth on your inverter This protects your plant from unauthorised access All Bluetooth devices in one plant must have the same NetlD Before commissioning you can set a new NellD in the inverter by using rotary switch C The setting is adopted after commissioning This can take up to five minutes 3 Jg leiee lo 0000 2
75. to Sunny Portal and that the fault alert is activated in Sunny Portal NRS 97 2 1 This standard requires a separate label attached to the AC distribution board which indicates the AC side disconnection of the inverter in case of a grid failure for further details see NRS 97 2 1 Sect 4 2 7 1 and 4 2 7 2 Installation Manual STP5 9TLIA en 12 85 13 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13 3 Protective Devices DC reverse polarity protection Short circuit diode Input side disconnection device Electronic Solar Switch SUNCLIX DC connector DC overvoltage protection Thermally monitored varistors AC short circuit current capability Current control Grid monitoring SMA Grid Guard 4 Maximum permissible fuse protection 32 Earth fault monitoring Insulation monitoring Riso gt 385 Q All pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit Available 13 4 Climatic Conditions In Accordance with IEC 60721 3 4 Installation Type C Class 4K4H Extended temperature range 25 C to 60 C Extended humidity range 0 to 100 Extended air pressure range 79 5 kPa to 106 kPa In Accordance with IEC 60721 3 4 Transport Type E Class 2K3 Temperature range 25 1 70 13 5 Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC connection Spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth Standard Speedwire Webconnect interface Standard Multi function relay Standard SMA Power Control Module Optional RS485 interface Optional 86 STP
76. uently and this message is displayed often contact the network operator and ask whether they approve a change of the inverter s operating parameters If the network operator approves discuss any changes to the operating parameters with the SMA Service Line Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 65 11 Troubleshooting Event number 601 701 1302 Display message System incident Frq not permitted Check parameter Waiting for grid voltage Installation failure grid connection Check grid and fuses 66 STP5 9TLIA en 12 SMA Solar Technology AG Cause and corrective measures The inverter has detected an excessively high proportion of direct current in the mains current Corrective measures Check the grid connection for direct current e f this message is displayed frequently contact the network operator and check whether it is possible to raise the threshold for monitoring on the inverter The mains frequency is not within the permissible range The inverter has disconnected from the electricity grid Corrective measures As far as possible check the mains frequency and observe how often major fluctuations occur If fluctuations occur frequently and this message is displayed often contact the network operator and ask whether they approve a change of the inverter s operating parameters If the network operator approves discuss any changes to the operating parameters with the SMA Serv
77. ulated External diameter 5 mm to 12 mm Conductor cross section 0 08 mm to 2 5 mm The cable type and cable laying method must be appropriate for the application and location NOTICE Destruction of the multi function relay as a result of excessive contact load Observe the maximum switching voltage and maximum switching current see section 13 7 Multi Function Relay page 87 When connecting the multi function relay to the electricity grid fuse the multifunction relay with a separate miniature circuit breaker i Operating the multi function relay and 485 Data Module Type B or SMA Power Control Module in parallel IF you want to operate the multi function relay and the 485 Data Module Type B or the SMA Power Control Module in parallel no more than 30 V DC or 25 V AC must be connected to the multi function relay 44 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Procedure 1 When connecting to the electricity grid fuse the multi function relay with a separate miniature circuit breaker 2 Danger to life due to high voltages Ensure that the inverter is disconnected from all voltage sources see section 9 page 59 3 Prepare the cable as follows Strip the cable jacket by a maximum of 15 mm Strip 8 mm of the insulated wires at maximum 4 Prepare the cable gland M25 for the connection to the multifunction relay as follows
78. unction relay Australia Belgien Belgique Belgi Cesko Danemark Germany Espana Installation Manual SMA Australia Pty Ltd Sydney SMA Benelux bvba sprl Mecheln SMA Central amp Eastern Europe s r o Praha See Germany SMA Solar Technology AG Niestetal SMA Ib rica Tecnolog a Solar S L U Barcelona Toll free for Australia 1800 SMA AUS 1800 762 287 International 61 2 9491 4200 32 15 286 730 420 235 010 A17 Medium Power Solutions Inverters 49 561 952271499 Communication 49 561 95222499 SMS with R ckruf to 49 176 888 222 44 Hybrid Energy Solutions Sunny Island 49 561 9522399 Power Plant Solutions Sunny Central and system technology 49 561 9522299 34 900 14 22 22 STP5 9TL IA en 1 2 89 15 Contact France India Italy Luxemburg Luxembourg Magyarorsz g Nederland Austria Polska Portugal Rom nia Switzerland Slovensko South Africa United Kingdom Edad 90 SMA France S A S lyon SMA Solar India Pvt Ltd Mumbai SMA Italia S r l Milano See Belgium Voir Belgien Belgique l sd Cesko Csehorsz g zie Belgien Belgi See Germany Patrz Cesko Czechy SMA Solar Technology Portugal Unipessoal Lda Lisboa Vezi esko Cehia See Germany viz esko SMA Solar Technology South Africa Pty Ltd Centurion Pretoria SMA Solar UK Ltd Milton Keynes SMA Hellas AE AOnva
79. uring device due to overvoltage Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to 1 000 V O Disconnect the miniature circuit breaker from all three phase conductors and secure against reconnection Remove the ESS Loosen two screws of the protective cover using an Allen key AF 5 and remove the protective cover Use a current clamp to ensure that no current is present in the DC cables Unlock and remove all DC connectors To do so insert a slotted screwdriver or an angled screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into one of the side slots and pull the DC connectors straight out Do not pull on the cable 7 7 DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages The capacitors in the inverter take five minutes to discharge Wait five minutes before opening the enclosure lid Ensure that no voltage is present at the DC inputs of the inverter Loosen all screws of the enclosure lid using an Allen key AF 5 and remove the enclosure lid Ensure that no voltage is present between L1 and N L2 and N and L3 and N on the AC connecting terminal plate one after another using a suitable measuring device To do so insert a test probe in each round opening of the terminal Use an appropriate measuring device to ensure that there is no voltage at the AC connecting terminal plate between 11 and PE 12 and PE and L3 and PE To do so insert a test probe in each round opening of the terminal Installation Ma
80. urrent at 240 V Maximum output current Total harmonic factor of the output current with total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 and AC power gt 50 of the rated power Inrush current Maximum output current in the event of an error Rated mains frequency AC mains frequency Operating range at AC mains frequency 50 Hz Operating range at AC mains frequency 60 Hz Displacement power factor cos adjustable Feed in phases Connection phases Overvoltage category in accordance with IEC 60664 1 Depending on the configured country data set Efficiency Maximum efficiency Nmax European efficiency 13 2 General Data Width x height x depth with Electronic Solar Switch Weight Length x width x height of the packaging Transport weight Climatic category in accordance with IEC 60721 3 4 84 STP5 9TLIA en 12 STP 8000TL 20 11 6A 11 1 11 6 lt 3 20A 50 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 45 5 Hz to 54 5 Hz 55 5 Hz to 64 5 Hz 0 8 underexcited to 1 to 0 8 overexcited 3 3 STP 8000TL 20 98 97 6 SMA Solar Technology AG STP 9000 20 13 1 12 5 A 13 1 A lt 3 22 A 50 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 45 5 Hz to 54 5 Hz 55 5 Hz to 64 5 Hz 0 8 underexcited to 1 to 0 8 overexcited 3 3 STP 900011 20 98 97 6 470 mm x 730 mm x 240 mm 37 kg 798 mm x 598 mm x 398 mm 40 kg AKAH Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Environmental category Pollution degree
81. wire Webconnect parameter Set country standard Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 2 A Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG SMA Power Control Module The SMA Power Control Module enables the inverter to perform grid management functions you will find installation and configuration instructions in the installation manual of the SMA Power Control Module at www SMA Solar com If you want to use the SMA Power Control Module at the same time as the multifunction relay in the inverter you must ensure that no more than 30 V DC or 25 V AC are connected to the multi function relay 4 8 Operating Parameters Various operating parameters control the functionality of the inverter All operating parameters of the inverter except the country data set can only be adjusted using an SMA communication product see section 8 9 page 58 You can adjust the country data set before commissioning or in the first ten feed in hours via two rotary switches in the inverter see section 7 2 page 46 4 9 Multi Function Relay As standard the inverter is equipped with a multi function relay which you can use for various purposes The multi function relay is intended for several operating modes which you can select individually There is a different connection procedure depending on which operating mode you select see section 6 5 1 Connection Options for the Multi Function Relay page 40 The operating mode of the multi function relay is set b
82. xxx 100 m 200 m 500 m 1 000 m Cross section at least 2 x 2 x 0 22 mm or at least 2 x 2 AWG 24 Maximum cable length 50 m UV resistant for outdoor use 000 Type of plug RJ45 Procedure 1 Connect one end of the network cable to the mating plug see documentation of mating plug J 2 Remove the filler plug from the socket for connecting the inverter to the network M 3 Connectthe end of the network cable with the mating plug to the inverter To do this insert the mating plug firmly into the socket on the inverter 4 Connect the other end of the network cable directly to the PC or router or connect it to another node You can only connect the inverter to the other nodes via star topology 8 4 Changing the Plant Time and Plant Password To protect the inverter against unauthorised access and administer the plant correctly change the standard plant password and the plant time with a communication product for further information refer to the manual or help of the communication product Change the standard plant password This protects your plant from unauthorised access Change the plant time Installation Manual STP5 9TL IA en 12 55 8 Configuration SMA Solar Technology AG 8 5 Registering the Inverter in Sunny Portal If you want to use the Webconnect function and monitor your plant in Sunny Portal you must register your inverter in Sunny Portal Requirements The inverter must be connected to
83. y default to Fault indication or Fltlnd If you choose a different operating mode you must use a communication product to set the operating mode of the multi function relay after commissioning and you may have to make further adjustments for the operating mode see section 8 7 Setting the Operating Mode of the Multi Function Relay page 57 i Error message required by standard In some countries signalling of errors is required by standards e g 62109 2 In order to meet the requirements of IEC 62109 2 a display device signalling an error must be connected to the multi function relay or the inverter must be registered in Sunny Portal where the fault alert must be activated for information on fault alert via Sunny Portal see Sunny Portal user manual at www SMA Solar com 22 STP5 9TL IA en 12 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description Operating Modes of the Multi Function Relay Operating mode of Description multi function relay Mlt OpMode Fault indication Fltlnd The multi function relay controls a display device which depending on the type of connection either reports an error or the undisturbed operation of the inverter SelfCsmp The multifunction relay switches the loads on or off depending on the power range of the PV plant Control via communication multi function relay switches the loads and off via a ComCtl communication product Batt

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