ABB TRIO-TM-60.0-US-480 User manual

Quick installation guide
TRIO-TM-60.0-US-480
ABB solar inverters
1.
Labels and symbols
Inverter models and components
3.
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Packing list
4.
Choice of installation location
2.
Assembly instructions
5.
Before starting installation, download the product manual from www.abb.
com/solarinverters. Choose the correct country, string inverters, three phase,
choose the product and proceed to the “download” section.
Read and follow all safety and installation instructions to avoid disabling any
safety features or making the warranty invalid.
The inverter model must be chosen by a specialized technician who has a good knowledge of the installation conditions, the devices that will be installed
externally to the inverter, and whether it will eventually be integrated into an existing system.
The 60kW TRIO module is the same for all inverters, however different AC and DC wiring boxes will have been ordered depending on the site design:
- DC wiring box models: DCWB-1; DCWB-2; DCWB-3.
- AC wiring box models: ACWB Standard; ACWB-A; ACWB-B;
The mounting bracket is sold separately and is available for vertical (model name: WALL MOUNTING BRACKET;TRIO-50/60-US) or horizontal mounting
(model name: HORIZONTAL MOUNTING BRACKET;TRIO50/60-US)
Main components
01
Mounting bracket
28
Stabilization fork
02
DC wiring box
29
Conducting springs
03
Power module
30
Key lock
04
Quick disconnect connector cover
32
Ground brackets
05
AC wiring box
33
WiFi antenna connector
06
Handles (sold separately)
34
Signal conduit opening for 3/4” (Pg21 size)
07
Metal locking fork
35
AFD reset button
08
Front cover
36
AC disconnect switch
09
Communication and control board
37
Ground bracket attachment points
10
Positive (+) side string fuses
39
2” AC conduit opening
11
Ground cable attachment points (GEC)
40
EGCterminal block
12
AC lter board
50
Ground cable
13
DC input terminal block
51
Cooling section
14
DC disconnect switch
52
WiFi antenna
15
DC surge protection device
53
Signal conduit opening for 1/2” (PG13.5 size)
17
AC output terminal block
55
parallel MPPT connection points
18
AC surge protection device
56
input connectors MPPT1
19
2” DC conduit opening
57
input connectors MPPT2
20
Protective Earth (PE) connection point
58
input connectors MPPT3
21
Anti-condensation valve
59
external ethernet connector (RJ45)
22
Negative (-) side string fuses
60
Signal cable gland (PG21 size)
23
Quick disconnect connectors
61
EGC cable gland (PG21 size)
24
Spacers for vertical installation
62
External ground cable attachment points
26
Heatsink
63
EGC conduit opening for 3/4” (PG21 size)
27
Rear pins attached to inverter back side
64
Plastic protection
Components included in all DC wiring box models Quantity
Congurable relay connectors 2
Control and communications signal connectors 2
M6 hex nut to clamp ground cables to the wiring
boxes (one for DCWB and one for ACWB) 2
M6x16 hex screw (For GEC on ACWB) 1
Serrated lock M6 washer for securing the ground
terminal to the ACWB 6
Wireless antenna 1
Keys for the front cover of AC and DC wiring boxes 4
Inadditiontowhatisexplainedinthisguide, the safetyand installationinformationprovided in the installationmanualmustbe read and followed.
Thetechnicaldocumentationandtheinterfaceandmanagementsoftwareforthe productare availableat the website.
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Quick installation guide (QIG) 1
Bar for parallel input channels conguration + M5x12
screws equipped with cut and at washer.
Not available on DCWB-1 (single input channel model)
1 + 3
Components included with DCWB-3 model only Quantity
Two-hole gasket for signal cable glands
34
PG 21 + cap 3
Airtight connector for ethernet cable connection 2
1B
1C
1D
1A
1E
2B
2C
2D
2A
2E
3B
3C
3D
3A
3E
+IN-IN
EGC
ATTENTION
UTILISEZSEULEMENTCÂBLESENCUIVREOUALUMINIUM75 °C OU90 °C. Consultez le
manueld'instructionspourlatailledeslsapproprié(AWG)etpour couples de serrage
àappliquerauxbornesdecâblage.
CAUTION
USE75°COR90°CCOPPERORALUMINIUMWIREONLY.Refertotheinstructionmanualfor
suitablewiresize(AWG)andfortighteningtorquetobeappliedtothewiringterminals.
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Vertical mount
1. The bracket
01
is supplied in two separate parts, assemble them using the four
M5x14 countersunk screws. (FIG. 1)
2. Position the bracket
01
perfectly level on the wall and use it as a drilling tem-
plate. Insert the 2 cage nuts into the their seats
B
on the bracket. (FIG. 1)
3. It is the installer’s responsibility to choose an appropriate number and distri-
bution of attachment points. The choice must be based on the type of wall,
frame or other support, the type of anchors to be used, and their ability to
support 4 times the inverter’s weight (4 x 260 lbs=1040 lbs for all models).
Attach the bracket to the wall with at least 10 attachment srews. Depend-
ing on the type of anchor chosen, drill the required 10 holes
A
to mount
the bracket. Put at least four screws in the upper side and at least four in
the lower side, with the remainder (up to 20 total) in either location. (FIG. 1)
4. Attach the bracket to the wall or frame (FIG. 1)
5. Install spacers
24
in the two lower rear attachment pins
27
of the conver-
sion module. This will prevent backwards tilt when the conversion module
is hung on the bracket. (FIG. 2)
6. Lift the power module up to the bracket using the (optional) handles
06
or the
(optional) M12 eyebolts, or another appropriate lifting device. (FIG. 2)
7. Side the heads of two upper rear attachment pins
27
into the slots on
the bracket and conrm that the alignement slots on the bracket are
aligned with the line on the sides of the conversion module; this indicates
that they have been correctly positioned.(FIG. 2)
8. Remove handle or eye bolts (if used)
9. Remove the quick disconnect connector covers as follows :
- Pull the metal locking fork outwards
A
(FIG. 3)
- Pull off the quick disconnect cover
B
(FIG. 3)
- Save both parts. They will be needed in a later step.
10. Set the wiring box disconnect switches to “0”.
11. Unscrew the 8 screws holding the front covers
08
of the DCWB
02
and
AC wiring box
05
in place.
12. Open the key locks and remove the covers of each wiring box. (FIG. 4)
13. Install spacers
24
in the lower rear attachment pin
27
of each wiring box. This
will prevent backwards tilt when the wiring box is hung on the bracket. (FIG. 4)
14. Remove the quick disconnect connector covers from both wiring boxes
(See step 9 of this procedure) (FIG. 4). Caps should be kept in the
special slot within each wiring box. Proceed as follows:
-
A
couple a power module connector cover (green in the gure) with
one from a wiring box (in blue in the gure).
-
B
Slip the plastic locking fork
41
, which was used to secure the wiring
box cover, over the two covers. Be sure the fork is plastic, not metal.
-
C
Keep the parts available in a safe place.They could be used during
maintenance operation.
- Repeat the same operation for the other wiring box. (FIG. 5)
01
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
01
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
FIG 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -- KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE!
The installer must read this document in its entirety before installing or commissioning this equipment.
For more detailed information regarding proper installation and use of this product, refer to the product manual located at www.abb.com/solarinverters. The
labels on the inverter carry the markings, main technical data and identication of the equipment and manufacturer. The technical data shown in this quick
installation guide does not replace that shown on the labels attached to the equipment.
Symbols used in the guide and on the products
These are nationally recognized test laboratory marks
showing certication to UL 1741 and CSA-C22 No. 107.1-01 øPhase
Hazardous voltage Direct and alternating currents, respectively
General warning - Important safety information + - Positive and negative of the input voltage (DC)
Hot surfaces
10
Stored energy discharge time
System earth conductor (main grounding protective
earth, PE) and Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) Consult product manual
Bonding Conductor
- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Components included in the mounting bracket kit
Quantity
(vertical kit)
Quantity
(horizontal kit)
Bracket
01
for vertical wall mounting 1 0
Bracket
01
for horizontal mounting 0 1
countersunk M5 x 14 hex screws for
assembling the attachment bracket 4 10
M6x16 hex screw (4 for ground
brackets and 2 for caged nuts) 6 6
Stabilization forks to attach the
conversion module to the wiring box 2 2
M6 cage nuts 2 2
M6 hex nut to clamp ground cables to
the conversion module 2 2
Back spacers
24
for wall alignment
(vertical installation) 4 0
Ground cables for wiring box/power
module connection 2 2
Ground brackets
32
for wiring box-
power module connection 2 2
M6 at washer (4 for ground
brackets and 2 for cage nuts) 6 6
Serrated lock M6 washer for ground
connection bracket 8 8
Conducting springs 6 6
27
27
24
A
B
27
04
27
24
02
27
41
41
08
23
04
08
A
B
C
D
D
DC Wiring box
AC Wiring box
41
FIG 3
FIG 5
FIG 2
FIG 4
27
24
27
06
07
07
03
37
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05
14
30
08
30
01
02
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36
28
08
Wiring Box DC
DCWB-1
Wiring Box AC
ACWB standard
Wiring Box DC
Right side view
Wiring Box AC
Right side view
Wiring Box DC
DCWB-2
Wiring Box AC
ACWB-A
Wiring Box DC
DCWB-3
Wiring Box AC
ACWB-B
6”
20”
12” 6”
16” 8”
NO NO
NO
NO
NO
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
75° MAX
15° MAX
6”
20”
12” 6”
16” 8”
NO NO
NO
NO
NO
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
75° MAX
15° MAX
6”
20”
12” 6”
16” 8”
NO NO
NO
NO
NO
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
75° MAX
15° MAX
Vertical installation bracket
Installation site and position
- Consult technical data to conrm the environmental specications will be met
- Installation of the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight is acceptable.
- Do not install in closed spaces where air does not freely circulate.
- Always ensure that the ow of air around the inverter is not blocked, so as to prevent overheating.
- Do not install the equipment near ammable substances (minimum distance: 10 ft).
- Do not install the equipment on wooden walls or other ammable substances.
- Do not install in inhabited rooms or where the prolonged presence of people or animals is expected, because of the
inverter’s acustic noise level during operation. The sounds level is heavily inuenced by its location (for example, the
surface around the inverter, the environment, etc.) and grid quality.
- Install on a wall or strong structure capable of bearing weight
- Install vertically or horizontally (i.e. with the inverter on its back), with a maximum inclination as indicated in the gure
- Maintain minimum clearance from objects blocking air circulation and spacing between inverter as indicated in
the gures
- Ensure sufcient working area in front of the inverter for wiring box access
- If possible, install at eye-level so that the LEDs can be easily seen
- Install at a height that takes account of the weight of the equipment
- Position multiple inverters side-by-side, maintaining minimum clearances (measured from the outermost edge of
the inverter)
- Multiple inverters can also be placed in a staggered arrangement. Minimum clearances for staggered
arrangements include width of inverter plus additional allowances for inverters arranged above or below
- All installatioins over 6500’ (2,000 meters) must be assessed by ABB Technical Sales to determine the proper
datasheet derating
- The inverter can be commissioned and monitored using the wireless communication channel. The WLAN board
of the inverter uses radio waves to transmit and receive data, it is therefore important to nd a new position for
the router considering the different materials which the radio signal will have to pass through:
Material Relative signal reduction
Open eld 0% (strength of approximately 50 meters)
Wood / Glass From 0 to 10%
Stone / Plywood From 10 to 40%
Reinforced concrete From 60 to 90%
Metal Up to 100 %
Do not block access to the external AC and DC disconnects.
Please refer to the warranty terms and conditions and avoid voiding the warranty with improper
installation.
6”
20”
12” 6”
16” 8”
NO NO
NO
NO
NO
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
75° MAX
15° MAX
Horizontal installation bracket
6”
20”
12” 6”
16” 8”
NO NO
NO
NO
NO
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK
75° MAX
15° MAX
BCM.V2Z01.0

11.
Arc fault detection
TRIO-TM-60.0-US-480-Quick Installation Guide EN-RevA
EFFECTIVE 2018-02-06
© Copyright 2018 ABB. All rights reserved.
Specications are subject to change without notice.
6.
Output connection (AC)
Assembly instructions (continue)
Contact us
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Conrm the PV array’s input polarity is correct.
Conrm the PV array has no ground leakage current.
The DC disconnect switch disconnects the DC current from the PV panels in the “OFF” position. The inverter will stop producing power,
but DOES NOT disconnect the AC from the grid. To prevent electrocution hazards, all the connection operations must be carried out with
the external AC disconnect switch (grid side) of the inverter open and locked out.
The transformerless design of the inverter requires that the PV array to be oating with respect to ground per NEC 690.35.
Per NEC 690.35, wires from the PV array must be UL-listed, 1000V minimum rating, 90°C minimum temperature rating.
The inverter equipped with DCWB-2 and DCWB-3 versions have three input channels (thus beneting from three trackers for MPPT maximum power point tracking)
which work independently of one another, which can be paralleled by leveraging a single MPPT.
The independent conguration of the input channels (MPPT) is set at the factory. This means that the parallel bar (supplied) is not be installed on the parallel MPPT
connection points
55
, and that the software setting “Independent channel mode” is performed on the inverter.
If is necessary to put the 3 input channels in parallel, the parallel bar (supplied) must be installed on the parallel MPPT
connection points
55
, and that the software setting “parallel channel mode” should be performed on the inverter; this
setting can be done by different way:
1. During the commissioning wizard phase (STEP 4)
2. In the dedicated section of the internal webserver “Setup section > Setup DC side > Input mode”
To install the parallel bar follow the procedure below:
- Place the parallel bar (supplied) on the connection points
- Install the 3 screws with washers supplied (torque 4Nm / 3.0 ft-lb)
The PV array equipment ground wire(s) must be connected to the equipment ground terminal
block (labelled “EGC”) in the DCWB.
DCWB-1 model: EGC terminal block accept 3 wires 4AWG to 0AWG (copper or aluminum).
Torque to 14Nm (10.3 ft-lb).
DCWB-2 and DCWB-3 model: EGC terminal block accept 6 wires 6AWG to 4AWG
(copper). Torque to 14Nm (10.3 ft-lb).
+IN-IN
EGC
ATTENTION
UTILISEZSEULEMENTCÂBLESEN CUIVRE OU ALUMINIUM 75 °C OU 90 °C.Consultez le
manueld'instructionspourla tailledes ls approprié (AWG)et pour couplesde serrage
àappliquerauxbornesdecâblage.
CAUTION
USE75°COR90°CCOPPERORALUMINIUMWIREONLY.Refertotheinstructionmanualfor
suitablewiresize(AWG)andfortighteningtorquetobeapplied tothewiringterminals.
13
DCWB-1
DCWB-1 model:
In this model of DCWB the PV array is connected to the inverter through the DC input terminal block
13
by
inserting the cable into the DC conduit openings
16 19
.
- Conrm the DC cables are 4AWG - 3/0AWG, copper or aluminum.
- Run the DC cable through the conduit openings
- Connect PV array to the the DC input terminal block
13
(+ and -).
- Torque screws to 14 N-m (10.3 ft-lb).
- When nished, go back and conrm the polarity is correct for each
string.
- Give each wire a pull test to conrm the connection is secure.
DCWB-2 model:
-2 models have fuse holders for each individual string conductor. 15 string inputs are available.
DCWB-2 model have fuse holders for each individual string conductor pair.
Fuses are sized for single-string currents only. Strings may be not paralleled in the PV array.
- Conrm the DC cables are 12 AWG to 3 AWG.
- Conrm that strings are not paralleled in the PV array.
- Conrm that the string fuse size is below 20A
- Insert the DC conductors through the opening.
- Connect each string to the appropriate fuse holders (+ and -) following site wiring diagrams. The input fuse holder are
divided into 3 groups (one group for each input channel) consisting of 5 pairs of quick t connectors
Positive fuse 1 (+) is the top left. Negative fuse 1 (-) is the top right.
- Torque screws to 3.4Nm (30 in-lb).
- When nished, go back and conrm the polarity is correct for each string.
- Give each wire a pull test to conrm the connection is secure.
- Conduit must be attached using liquid tight ttings to maintain Type 4 enclosure integrity.
DCWB-3 model:
-3 models have fuse holders for each individual string conductor. 15 string inputs are available.
DCWB-3 model have string fuses for each individual string conductor pair.
Fuses are sized for single-string currents only. Strings may be not paralleled in the PV array.
- Conrm the DC cables are 12 AWG to 3 AWG.
- Conrm that strings are not paralleled in the PV array.
- Conrm that the string fuse size is below 20A
- Install the quick t connectors on the string cables.
Depending on the model of the connector of the inverter, it is necessary to use the same model and the
respective counterpart. Refer to the document “String inverter – Product Manual appendix” available
at www.abb.com/solarinverters to know the brand and the model of the quick t connector.
Using corresponding parts that are not compliant with the quick t connector models on the inverter
could cause serious damage to the unit and void of the warranty.
- Connect each string to the quick t connectors located on the bottom of the DCWB, following site wiring diagrams.
The input connectors are divided into 3 groups (one group for each input channel) consisting of 5 pairs of quick t connectors
- When nished, go back and conrm the polarity is correct for each string.
- Give each wire a pull test to conrm the connection is secure.
- Conduit must be attached using liquid tight ttings to maintain Type 4 enclosure integrity.
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37
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23
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37
32
37
33
08
29
15. Attach the two green/yellow ground wires to the attachment points
11
on each wiring box with the M6 lock washer and the M6 nut which
are shipped with the inverter (torque to 11Nm or 8ft-lb). Let the loose
end of the cable hang downwards. (FIG. 6)
16. Attach the two ground brackets
32
to the attachment points
37
on each
wiring box with the M6 at washer, M6 lock washer and the M6 hex screw
which are shipped with the inverter. Let the screws loose and not tightened.
The bracket is not symmetrical. When you install it in the attachment point
37
, make sure that the side with 2 holes is facing downwards. (FIG. 6)
17. Insert the rear studs
27
on top of rst wiring box into the bracket
slots. Then do the same with the other wiring box. This way, the
wiring boxes will be somewhat detached from the power module,
so that they won't interfere with the quick disconnects
23
. (FIG. 7)
18. Attach the wiring box ground cable to the converter module with
the following hardware stackup: lock washer, ground cable, lock
washer and hex nut (torque to 11Nm or 8ft-lb). (FIG. 7)
19. Attach the power module to the wiring boxes one at a time by sliding
them horizontally onto the bracket
01
and make sure that the quick
disconnect
23
are correctly inserted. (FIG. 7)
20. Once coupling has been completed, the metal locking fork
07
must be
installed into the appropriate seats on the quick disconnects
23
. This
way, the wiring boxes get mounted to the power module.
21. Insert the stabilization fork
28
into the guides and block the screw on
the caged nuts previously mounted on the bracket.
22. Attach the ground brackets
32
in the mounting points
37
on the lower
side of the conversion module with the M6 at washer, M6 lock washer
and the M6 hex screw which are shipped with the inverter (torque to
11Nm or 8ft-lb). (FIG. 8)
23. Torque the two screws (one for each wiring box) on the 2 ground brack-
ets
32
(torque to 11Nm or 8ft-lb) . (FIG. 8)
24. Remove the plug and install the conduit on the bottom side of the
ACWB and DCWB (-1 and -2 models). (FIG. 9)
Use FMC (Flexible Metal Conduit) for the nal two to three feet con-
necting to the inverter so that the inverter can be installed easily.
All conduits must be attached using liquid-tight ttings to maintain UL
50 NEMA Type 4X enclosure integrity.
The input connection on DCWB-3 is made on the external quick-
t connectors and conduits are not present.
25. Run the AC, DC and low voltage cables through the opening(s).Only in
the DCWB-3 the input connection is made on the external connectors.
26. Remove the protective cover from the support of the wireless an-
tenna located on the left side of the DCWB. Install the wireless
antenna by screwing it into the specic connector. (FIG. 10)
27. When wiring is complete, close the key locks and attach the front
covers
08
to the two wiring boxes (8 screws each).
28. Install the 6 conducting springs
29
between the power module cover
03
and the wiring box covers, in the unpainted areas. (FIG. 11)
FIG 7
FIG 9
FIG 11
FIG 6
FIG 8
FIG 10
To prevent electrocution hazards, open and lock out the external AC disconnect switch before connecting the AC conductors, and any
time the AC wiring box cover is to be removed. Proper PPE is required.
Caution! Connect the ground before starting the grid connections.
AC output overcurrent protection is not provided with the inverter; it is the responsibility of the end user to provide overcurrent
protection for the AC output circuit. To reduce the risk of re, connect only to a circuit provided with an overcurrent protection in
accordance with the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70). The inverter must be connected only to a dedicated branch circuit provided with the maximum
branch overcurrent protection device (OCPD); the maximum acceptable current rating is 100 Amps.
Keep the resistance of the wires to a minimum between the OCPD and the AC terminals, to ensure the correct work of the protective devices.
Size conductors per NEC Article 310 -- use 90°C wire only; conductors must be sized according to operating temperature range and
continuous current ratings. The AC grid wiring is connected through the inverter wiring box.
AC output wire must be UL listed wire rated minimum 600V.
The inverter can be connected to the grid through a three-wire or a four-wire connection.
Standard and ACWB- A models:
- AC conductors (4AWG to 3/0AWG, copper or aluminum, torque to 20Nm / 14.7 ft-lb) will be connected to a terminal block
17
inside the AC wiring box.
ACWB-B model:
- AC conductors (8AWG to 1/0AWG, copper, torque to 6Nm / 53in-lb) will connect to the AC disconnect switch
36
inside the AC wiring box. The AC disconnect
switch is designed for copper wire. If aluminum wire is used, terminate the aluminum wire with a bi-metallic terminal.
AC cable installation:
- Run the AC cables through the opening(s).
- Connect the ground cable to the protective earth (PE) connection point
20
.
- Connect the grid conductors to the AC output terminal block
17
in the Standard / -A models or directly to the disconnect switch
36
in the -B wiring box.
- Give each wire a pull test to conrm the connection is secure.
- Set the switch on the AC lter board, based on the grid connection conguration: choose 3WIRES for WYE connection w/o N wire (L1+L2+L3+GND)
or 4WIRES for WYE connection with N wire (L1+L2+L3+Neutral+GND).
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7.
Input connection (DC)
For DCWB-1 model the Arc Fault Circuit Protection required by NFPA 70 Article 690.11 must be provided in the combiner box feeding the inverter.
For DCWB-2 and DCWB-3 models only, the AFD performs a self-test when the system is started.
- If the self-test results are OK, the inverter will continue to AC grid connection.
- If a potential problem on the AFD board is detected, the self test will result in error E053.
Refer to the product manual (downloadable as described on the cover page) for troubleshooting suggestions.
During normal operation the input current is continually measured and analyzed.
- If a DC arc fault is detected during operation, the inverter is disconnects from AC grid and generates an E050 error code (readable through internal Webserver).
- Press and hold the AFD reset button on the left side of the DC wiring box for 3 seconds. This will clear the E050 error and restart the self test.
- If self-test results are OK, the inverter will reconnect to the AC grid; if the DC arc fault is still present, the self-test will result in error E053. Refer to the product manual
online for solutions. The AFD self-test can be manually started anytime using the following procedure:
1. Turn off the inverter (switching off both DC and AC switches),
2. Turn on both the DC and AC switches and wait for self-test result.
If the AFD trips frequently, it means arcs are occurring. Turn the inverter OFF and request service to do complete check of the system wiring, including all connections
and junction boxes, to locate the problem.
The inverter can also be installed horizontally using the horizontal installation bracket. Horizontal installation instructions are described in the product manual
available at www.abb.com/solarinverters (select appropriate country location on website).
12.
Grid support functions and
Voltage & Frequency trip limits
The inverter is equipped with advanced grid support functionality that is useful to support reactive loads and also assist in reliable operation of the utility grid in the presence
of a large number of distributed energy generation sources. The grid support functions that are equipped on this inverter are described in the following sections.
The internal Webserver can be used to adjust grid parameters. A Wi-Fi connection to the inverter is required to modify settings using the internal Webserver.
This QIG provides an overview of the available grid support functions. For complete details, refer to the product manual at www.abb.com/solarinverters.
1. Voltage ride-through
This inverter provides parameters to respond to undervoltage and overvoltage events. The inverter is designed to operate normally within the specied operating range. If
voltage excursions occur, the inverter is designed to continue operating normally or cease to export power for a specied delay. Beyond this programmed delay, the inverter
disconnects from the grid in the event of an abnormal voltage condition.
2. Frequency ride-through
This inverter provides parameters to respond to underfrequency and overfrequency events. If frequency excursions occur, the inverter is designed to continue operating
normally for a specied delay. Beyond this programmed delay, the inverter disconnects from the grid in the event of an abnormal voltage condition.
3. Reactive power control
The inverter provides several modes of operation for reactive power control and are described below:
- Disable: This is the default setting. Under this setting, the inverter exports with a power factor of 1.0.
- Fixed power factor control (Cosɸ set): In this mode, the operator can set the output power factor to a xed value. When enabled, a new value will be set in the inverter.
- Q Fixed (Q Set): Sets the reactive power to a xed value. When enabled, a new value will be set in the inverter.
- Power factor as function of output power (Watt/Cosφ Settings: Cosφ(P)): In this mode, the inverter reduces the power factor (cos-phi) as a function of the output
power at a given operating point. The 4 points of the default curve, where you can set the % of Pmax values and related cos-phi, can be modied using the internal
Webserver. When enabled, the curve will be set in the inverter.
- Dynamic Volt/VAR control (Volt/VAr Settings: Q(V)): Under this mode, the level of reactive power exported by the inverter is a function of the operating grid voltage,
also known as a Volt/VAR curve. The 4 points of the default curve, where you can set the % of Vnom values and related % of Smax, can be modied using the internal
Webserver. When enabled, the curve will be set in the inverter.
4. Active Power Control
This inverter offers several modes for active power reduction.
- Active Power Curtailment: Sets a new value of active power as % of Pmax. When enabled, a new value will be set in the inverter.
- CEI Average VGrid Derating (only italian grid standard): Sets, after a specic threshold, an active power derating based on the average of Vac on 10 minutes as per
CEI-021 italian grid standard.
- Volt/Watt settings: P(V). Under this mode, the level of active power exported by the inverter is a function of the operating grid voltage, also known as a Volt/Watt curve.
The 4 points of the default curve, where you can set the % of Vnom values and related % of Pmax, can be modied using the internal Webserver. When enabled, the
curve will be set in the inverter.
- Frequency/Watt function (Frequency Control: P(f)): In this mode, the inverter limits the active power as a function of the grid frequency.
5. Ramp control
The inverter is designed to control the rate at which output power is increased, either at startup, or after a temporary low power condition on the PV array (such as fast
shading). The following ramp controls are provided on this inverter.
- Normal ramp: The normal ramp denes the maximum rate at which the inverter can increase the output power under normal operation. The normal ramp control limits
the uctuations in the output power in order to prevent instabilities on the utility grid.
- Soft start: The soft-start ramp denes the maximum rate at which the inverter can increase the output power when the inverter is rst starting up. This startup may occur
on a daily basis or when the inverter restarts after an abnormal grid event has ended.
This inverter has been factory programmed to automatically disconnect from the utility distribution system in compliance with UL 1741 and IEEE 1547-2003
specications. Default voltage and frequency trip limit and trip time settings to comply with these standards are shown in table below. The internal Webserver
can be used to adjust Voltage and Frequency Trip Limit and Trip Time Parameters according to Grid requirements of installation country.
Condition Utility source Max. time (sec) at 60Hz before cessation of
current
Voltage (V) Frequency (Hz)
A < 0.50 Vnom (Fixed) Rated (60Hz) 0.16 (default)(Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 50s)
B 0.50 Vnom ≤ V < 0.88 Vnom (Adjustable) Rated (60Hz) 2 (Default)(Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 100 sec)
C1.10 Vnom < V < 1.2 Vnom (Adjustable) Rated (60Hz) 1 (Default)(Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 100 sec)
D1.2 Vnom ≤ V(Fixed) Rated (60Hz) 0.16 (Adj. 0.001 to 0.16s)
E Rated f > 60.5Hz (Default)(Adj. 60.1 to 66.0 Hz) 0.16 (Default) (Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 1000 sec)
F Rated f < 59.3 Hz (Default)(Adj. 50.0 to 59.9 Hz) 0.16 (Default) (Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 1000 sec)
G Rated f << 57.0 Hz (Default)(Adj. 50.0 to 59.9 Hz) 0.16 (Default) (Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 1000 sec)
H Rated f >> 63.0 Hz (Default)(Adj. 60.1 to 66.0 Hz) 0.16 (Default) (Adj. Set Points 0.16 to 1000 sec)
Reconnection 300s (Default) (Adjustable 20s to 1000s)
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9.
Comm. and Control Signal
8.
Instruments
10.
Commissioning
See the manual for details on the connections and functions available on the communication and control board.
The table shows the main components and connections available on the communication and control
board
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. Each connection cable reaches the communication board through service cable glands
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Board
Screen-
Printing
Reference Description
A5 a04 SD CARD housing
J5 - J6 a09 Connection to the multifunction relay (ALARM and AUX)
J7 a11 RS485 serial connection; 5V auxiliary, remote ON/OFF
S6 a12 Switch for setting the termination resistance of the RS485 line (1)
S5 a13 Switch for setting the termination resistance of the RS485 line (2)
J9 - J10 a14 Connection of the RS485 line (1) on RJ45 connector
J8 a15 RS485 communication board slot (1)
J11 - J12 a16 Connection of the RS485 line (2) on RJ45 connector
J16 a17 RS485 communication board slot (2)
S7 a18 Switch for setting the inverter to normal or service mode
J22 a19 Inverter data memory card slot
X5 a20 Battery housing
J1 a22 Grounding Kit housing (optional)
Description of the LEDs located on the Power Module cover:
POWER LED
GREEN On, if the inverter operates correctly. Flashes in the network control phase or if the sunlight
is not enough.
ALARM LED YELLOW The inverter has detected a fault.
For inverters with a display, the error/warning message appears on the display.
GFI LED RED Ground fault of the PV array, DC side.
For inverters with a display, the error message appears on the display.
Refer to the product manual for a description of error/warning codes.
Before starting the inverter commissioning procedure, ensure that all the checks indicated in the previous sections of this Quick Installation
Guide have been correctly performed and also that the front covers
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have been correctly re-installed!
The inverter can be commissioned and congured from a wireless device, such as a Smartphone, a tablet or a laptop. The commissioning procedure is as follows:
1. Put the DC disconnect switch of the inverter
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or any external DC switch in the “ON” position; if the voltage supplied to one of the input channels is greater
than the minimum power-up voltage, the inverter will turn on. The inverter is powered ONLY by the voltage supplied by the PV array; the presence of
grid voltage alone IS NOT SUFFICIENT to allow the inverter to power up.
2. Enable the wireless functionality on the device you are using for the commissioning of the inverter (tablet, Smartphone or PC) and connect the device to
the access point created by the inverter. The list of available networks will show a network named ABB-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX, where “X” is an hexadecimal
number of the MAC Address (the MAC Address is indicated on the “wireless identication label” on the side of the inverter).
3. When prompted, type the "product key" (including the dashes. Example: 1234-1234-1234-1234) as the network password to access the inverter's access
point. The product key is printed on the “wireless identication label”on the side of the inverter.
4. Open your Internet browser and enter the default IP Address to access the Conguration Wizard page: 192.168.117.1 (this address will always be active and
usable to access, at any time and in any mode of operation of the inverter, the internal Web server).
5. This will start the Conguration Wizard, which runs of a number of conguration steps. During these steps, you will prompted to enter the appropriate
information in each relevant eld (the language for the Conguration Wizard can be changed on the upper status bar). During the procedure you will be
prompted for the following information:
- STEP 1 - Set the Admin/User access credentials (at least 8 characters for the password). Username and password are CASE SENSITIVE.
- STEP 2 (OPTIONAL) - Enter the required information (IP Address selection mode, SSID, and password) to connect the inverter to the wireless network
in (Note: This step can be skipped if you do not want to connect the inverter to a router or if the inverter is connected to the router via ethernet connection).
Once the connection between the inverter and wireless home network is established, a new message will be displayed showing the IP Address assigned by
router to the inverter for ensuring access to the internal Web server. TAKE NOTE OF THE LINKS (refer to the product manual for further information on the
internal Web server features).
- STEP 3 - Set the Date, Time and Time Zone (the inverter will display these input elds when available).
- STEP 4 - Set the inverter country standard and Input channel conguration.
By clicking “FINISH” the wizard completes the conguration procedure (after the settings are conrmed, the inverter restarts).
From the moment the grid standard is selected, there will be 24 hours available to make any changes to the grid standard; after this, the
"Country Select” feature is blocked and you can make further changes only by resetting the remaining-time timer. To select a new grid
standard, you must reset the remaining time, by logging in to the internal web server with Admin Plus rights. Admin Plus access is done via
a unlocked Token calculated at https://registration.abbsolarinverters.com.
Any inverters installed, or commissioned, in California after September 8, 2017 must be set to the Rule 21 country code
USA (RULE21) - Three Phase/60Hz.
6. Put the external AC disconnect switch downstream of the inverter to the “ON” position. Once the AC and DC disconnect switches are closed and the
Conguration Wizard has completed the conguration procedure, the inverter starts the grid connection sequence; the inverter measures the grid voltage and
the ground insulation resistance of the PV eld, and performs other automatic checks. During the preliminary checks in parallel with the grid, the "Power" LED
is ashing, while the other LEDs are off. If the sunlight is not sufcient to ensure connection to the grid, the inverter will repeat the connection procedure until
all grid connection parameters fall within the expected value range.
If the outcome of the preliminary checks is positive, the inverter will connect to the grid and start exporting power. The “Power” LED remains solid on, while the
“Alarm” and “GFI” LEDs are off.
For more information about the conguration and use of the internal Web server, refer to the product manual.
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