Grid Tie PV-5000T-U User manual

GRID-TIE PV INVERTERS
PV-5000T-U & PV-8000T-U & PV-10000T-U & PV-15000T-U & PV-20000T-U
Installation & Operation Manual

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1. Safety Precautions
Before beginning your journey, please read the following safety instructions
carefully.
Danger!
High voltage inside inverter can cause Electric shock, even
when inverter is not operating. Wait for at least 30 minutes
before opening the enclosure.
PV Modules ONLY!
Designed for PV and solar power conversion only; do not use
for other DC sources or conversion purposes.
Qualified Personnel ONLY!
Only Qualified technicians shall install or service unit(s) in
accordance with local wiring regulations.
Hot Surface
Metallic parts of enclosure may be hot during operation.
Recycle
Do not throw this electronic device in a trash dumpster when
being disposed of. To minimize pollution of environment,
please consult your local service provider.

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2. Contact Information
PrimeVOLT Co., Ltd.
TEL: [phone]
FAX:[phone]
ADD: 11F., No.211, Nanyang St., Xizhi Dist.,
New Taipei City 221, TAIWAN
http://www.primevolt.com

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3. Warranty Information
Warranty or liability will be void if damage caused by, but not limited to the
following:
1. Unauthorized opening of unit
2. Installation faults such as improper environment, wiring and
applications
3. Working conditions beyond specified
4. Improper operation of unit
5. Violation of safety instructions in this manual
6. Damage during transportation
7. Any internal modifications
8. Replacing or installation of unauthorized software
9. Unforeseen calamity or force majeure

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Table of Contents
1. Safety Precautions...........................................................................1
Danger!..........................................................................................................................................................................1
PV Modules ONLY!...............................................................................................................................................1
Qualified Personnel ONLY!..........................................................................................................................1
Hot Surface.................................................................................................................................................................1
Recycle............................................................................................................................................................................1
2. Contact Information .......................................................................2
3. Warranty Information ....................................................................3
4. PV System........................................................................................7
5. Product Overview............................................................................8
5.1 PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U..........................................................8
5.2 PV-15000T-U…………………………………………………………………….………………………..9
5.3 PV-20000T-U……………………………………………………..………………………..……………10
5.4 Product Labels………………………………………………………..…………………….………….11
6. Installation.....................................................................................12
6.1 Unpacking PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U………………….……………...12
6.2 Unpacking PV-15000T-U……………………………………….………………………………...13
6.3.1 Unpacking PV-20000T-U………………………………………….……………………………14
6.3.2 Unpacking PV-20000T-U (E-Display)……………….…………………………………….15
6.4 Assembly Chart (PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U/PV-PV15000T-U)….…...16
6.5 Assembly Chart (PV-20000T-U)………………………………………………………………..17
6.6 Choosing Proper Installation Site……………………………………………………………..17
6.7 Mounting Properly…………………………………………………………………………………..19
6.7.1 Orientation.........................................................................................................................................................19
6.7.2 Keeping Clearance..........................................................................................................................................19
6.8 Mounting Procedure…………………………………………………………………………..…..20
6.8.1 Dimensions of Bracket (PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U/PV-PV15000T-U) ..20
6.8.2 Assembling Bracket .......................................................................................................................................20
6.8.3 Mounting Bracket...........................................................................................................................................21
6.8.4 Attaching Inverter..........................................................................................................................................21
6.8.5 Checking..............................................................................................................................................................21
6.8.6 Dimensions of Bracket (PV-20000T-U)................................................................................................22
6.8.7 Mounting Bracket...........................................................................................................................................22
6.8.8 Attaching Inverter..........................................................................................................................................23
6.8.9 Checking..............................................................................................................................................................23
6.9 Wire Connections…………………………………………………………………………………..24
6.9.1 Opening Front Cover .....................................................................................................................................24
6.9.2 Overview of Connection Area....................................................................................................................24
6.9.2.1 PV-5000U-T/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U........................................................................................24
6.9.2.2 PV-15000T-U/PV-20000T-U..................................................................................................................25
6.9.2.3 PV-15000T-U/PV-20000T-U (E-Display) ........................................................................................26
Note on AC Circuit Breakers .................................................................................................................................26
6.9.3 AC Wiring............................................................................................................................................................27
Note on Wire Selection............................................................................................................................................29
6.9.4 Ripple Control Receiver (RCR) and RS485 Connections...............................................................29
6.9.5 RJ45 Connection ..............................................................................................................................................30
6.9.6 Connecting GFCI Buzzer (Optional).......................................................................................................30
Place the Buzzer Where You Can Hear............................................................................................................30

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6.9.7 Closing the Front Cover................................................................................................................................31
6.9.8 Applicable PV Modules.................................................................................................................................31
6.9.9 DC (PV) Wiring.................................................................................................................................................31
Danger of Electric Shock!.......................................................................................................................................33
Polarity & Voltage Check........................................................................................................................................33
Multiple PV Connections for PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U/PV-15000T-U/ PV-20000T-U........33
6.9.10 Unplugging PV...............................................................................................................................................33
Be Sure to SWITCH OFF PV ...................................................................................................................................34
6.10 Ready to Start……………………………………………………………….…..…………………34
6.10.1 Checklist............................................................................................................................................................34
6.10.2 Changing Grid Connection and Operation Parameters.............................................................35
6.10.3 Start-up Procedure of Inverter..............................................................................................................36
7. Operation………………………………………………………………………………37
7.1 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………….37
7.1.1 LCD.........................................................................................................................................................................37
7.1.2 Icons on LCD......................................................................................................................................................37
7.1.3 Touch Pad...........................................................................................................................................................38
7.1.4 Icons on Touch Pad........................................................................................................................................38
7.2 Setting Clock………………………………………………………………………………………….38
Incorrect Clock Settings? ………………………………………………………………………………………………….39
Keeping the Clock Settings.....................................................................................................................................39
Self-calibration of Clock..........................................................................................................................................40
7.3 Status LED..............................................................................................................................................................40
7.4 Frames…………………………………………………………………………...……………………..41
7.4.1 Operation Chart...............................................................................................................................................41
7.4.2 Home Screen & Daily Frame......................................................................................................................42
7.4.3 Monthly Frame.................................................................................................................................................42
7.4.4 Daily Error Frame ..........................................................................................................................................43
7.4.5 Operation Frame.............................................................................................................................................43
7.4.6 Error Frame.......................................................................................................................................................44
Note on “KEEP PV OFF”...........................................................................................................................................45
Ground Fault Alarm..................................................................................................................................................45
7.5 Network and Internet…………………………………………………………………………….46
7.5.1 Accessing Inverter via LAN (Local Area Network).........................................................................46
7.5.2 Accessing Inverter via Internet ................................................................................................................46
7.6 Using USB………………………………………………………………………………………………47
7.6.1 Plugging in USB Stick....................................................................................................................................47
7.6.2 Downloading Inverter Data.......................................................................................................................47
Data Format.................................................................................................................................................................47
Note on Firmware Upgrade ..................................................................................................................................47
7.6.3 Firmware Upgrade.........................................................................................................................................48
7.6.4 Setting PF and 70% Power Limit ............................................................................................................48
7.6.5 Capacity of Memory.......................................................................................................................................48
Back Up Inverter Data Periodically...................................................................................................................48
7.7 Browsing Inverter Web Page…………………………………………………………………48
7.7.1 Basics ....................................................................................................................................................................48
7.7.2 Overview..............................................................................................................................................................49
7.7.3 Settings.................................................................................................................................................................50
Some Items May Not Be Changed.......................................................................................................................51
7.7.4 RCR Information ...............................................................................................................................................51
RCR Cannot Be Set via Web...................................................................................................................................52

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8. RS485..………………………………………………………………………………….53
8.1 About RS485……………………………….………………………………………..……………..53
8.2 Connecting RS485……………………….………………………..……………………………..53
8.2.1 RS485 Segments...............................................................................................................................................53
8.2.2 RS485 Segments PV-20000T-U ( E-Display ).........................................................................................54
8.2.3 Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................................................................54
8.2.4 Address Setup....................................................................................................................................................54
8.2.5 Setting the Terminal Resistor .....................................................................................................................55
Attention!.......................................................................................................................................................................55
9. Connecting to Ripple Control Receiver (RCR)………………………..56
9.1 Connections with Single Inverter…………………………………………….……...57
9.2 Connections with Multiple Inverters………………………………………..……...57
10. E-Series (Optional)………………………………………….…………………………………58
10.1 LED Panel Only (Solution A) ..........................................................................................................................58
10.2.1 Stand-by Mode...............................................................................................................................................59
10.2.2 Countdown Mode .........................................................................................................................................60
10.2.3 Regular Mode .................................................................................................................................................60
10.2.4 Error Messages...............................................................................................................................................62
10.3 LED Panel + LCM Panel (Solution C)…………………………………………………...64
10.3.1 Welcome Mode ............................................................................................................................................64
10.3.2 Regular Mode ...............................................................................................................................................64
10.3.3 Error Mode.......................................................................................................................................................66
10.3.4 Last ERROR Information Frame ..............................................................................................................68
11. Maintenance………….…………………………………………………………….69
11.1 Replacing Fans………….……………………………………………..………………………..70
Be sure to SWITCH off PV and AC.......................................................................................................................70
11.1.1 Replacing Internal Fan..............................................................................................................................70
11.1.2 Replacing External Fan.............................................................................................................................70
12. Troubleshooting…….……….…………………………………………………….71
13. Specifications…………….………………………………………………………….72
13.1 PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U ……………………………………………..72
13.2 PV-15000T-U……………………………………………………………………………………….74
13.3 PV-20000T-U……………………………………………………………………………………….76
13.4 PV-20000T-U(E-Display)…..………………………………………………………………….78
14. Addendum……………………..……………………………………………………..80
14.1 Efficiency Charts……..………………………………………………………………………….80
14.1.1 PV-5000T-U.....................................................................................................................................................80
14.1.2 PV-8000T-U.....................................................................................................................................................80
14.1.3 PV-10000T-U .................................................................................................................................................81
14.1.4 PV-15000T-U.................................................................................................................................................81
14.1.5 PV-20000T-U..................................................................................................................................................82

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4. PV System
A typical PV system contains:
1. PV Generator: Receive sunlight and generate DC power
2. PV Inverter with DC Switch: Converts DC power by PV panels to AC
output power for public grid
3. Switchboard: Links between PV inverter and public grid
4. Public Grid: Provides utility for homes

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5. Product Overview
5.1 PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U
Note: Only 1 DC input for model PV-5000T-U
DC (PV) Input(s)
Display LCD
Touch Pad
Front Cover
AC Cable Gland
Status LED
DC Switch
Unit: mm
External Cooling Fan

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5.2 PV-15000T-U
DC (PV) Inputs
Display LCD
Touch Pad
Front Cover
AC Cable Gland
Status LED
DC Switch
Unit: mm
External Cooling Fan

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5.3 PV-20000T-U
DC (PV) Inputs
Display LCD
Front Cover
AC Cable Gland
Status LED
DC Switch
Unit: mm
External Cooling Fan
Touch Pad

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5.4 Product Labels

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6. Installation
6.1 Unpacking PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U
Item
Description
A
Inverter
B
Mounting Bracket Assembly
C
User Manual
D
M4 Flat Screws X 8, used for bracket
E
Plastic Anchor & Screws × 3. Used to fix bracket on
wall
F
Rubber Sealing for Ethernet, RS485, RCR and
buzzer wires. M25 × 1, M20 x 2
G
Clip-on EMI core for Ethernet cable
H
Insulated core end terminals (2.5 mm2) x 5
I
Insulated core end terminals (4.0 mm2) x 5
J
Buzzer for GFCI (Optional)
K
Extending wire for Buzzer (Optional)
L
2 pairs of anchors and screws for fixing buzzer
(Optional)

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6.2 Unpacking PV-15000T-U

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6.3.1 Unpacking PV-20000T-U

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6.3.2 Unpacking PV-20000T-U (E-Display)

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6.4 Assembly Chart (PV-5000T-U/PV-8000T-U/PV-10000T-U/PV-PV15000T-U)

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6.5 Assembly Chart (PV-20000T-U)

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6.6 Choosing Proper Installation Site
Avoid exposing the inverter in direct sunlight or to rain.
Mounting
Surface
Concrete
OK
Metal
OK
Stone
OK
Wood
Not
Recommended
Direct Sunlight
Direct Rain
Visible Level

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6.7 Mounting Properly
6.7.1 Orientation
6.7.2 Keeping Clearance
Mount the inverter vertically; tilt or horizontal mounting shall be avoided.