Kaco Powador 30.0 TL3 M/X User manual

Operating Instructions
English translation of
German original
Powador
. TL M/XL | . TL M/XL
. TL M/XL | . TL M/XL
. TL M/XL | . TL Park
. TL M/XL | . TL Park
These instructions form part of the product and must be observed. They must also be stored in a place which is freely
accessible at all times.

The copyright for these operating instructions is held solely by KACO new energy GmbH.

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Operating Instructions
Contents
 General information .................................
. About this document............................................
. Layout of Instructions...........................................
. Target group.............................................................
 Safety ......................................................... 
. Proper use.................................................................
. Protection features ................................................
. Additional information.........................................
 Description ................................................ 
. Mode of Operation ................................................ 
. Diagram ..................................................................... 
 Technical Data ......................................... 
. Electrical data ........................................................ 
. Mechanical data.....................................................
. Identication...........................................................
 Transportation and Delivery...................
. Scope of delivery...................................................
. Transportation........................................................
 Mounting ..................................................
. Unpacking............................................................... 
. Install and secure .................................................
. Fitting the housing (.-. TL)..................
. Securing the unit ................................................. 
 Electrical connection .............................. 
. Opening the unit.................................................. 
. Lay the electrical lines ........................................
. Cable and fuse requirements........................... 
. Connection to the power grid.........................
. Connecting the interfaces.................................
. Sealing the connection area ............................
. Switching on the device ....................................
 Conguration and Operation................. 
. Controls....................................................................
. Initial start-up ........................................................
. Menu structure......................................................
. Monitor inverter....................................................
. Performing the software update....................
 Maintenance/Troubleshooting ..............
. Visual inspection.................................................. 
. Cleaning the housing ........................................ 
. Shutting down for maintenance and
troubleshooting....................................................
. Disconnecting connections..............................
. Faults........................................................................ 
. "Fault" messages on the display/LED............
 Service...................................................... 
 Shutdown/Disassembly.......................... 
. Switching o the unit.........................................
. Uninstalling the device ......................................
. Disassembling the unit ......................................
. Packaging the unit...............................................
. Storing the unit.....................................................
 Disposal ................................................... 
 Appendix .................................................
. EU Declaration of Conformity..........................

General information
Page  Operating Instructions for Powador .-. TL_EN
ENEN  General information
. About this document
WARNING
Improper handling of the device can be hazardous
›You must read and understand the operating instructions so that you can
install and use the device safely!
.. Other applicable documents
During installation, observe all assembly and installation instructions for components and other parts of the system.
These instructions also apply to the equipment, related components and other parts of the system. Some of the
documents which are required for the registration and approval of your photovoltaic (PV) system are included with
the operating instructions.
.. Storing the documents
These instructions and other documents must be stored near the system and be available at all times. The content
of these instructions is revised on a regular basis and updated if necessary. You can download the current version of
the operating instructions at www.kaco-newenergy.com.
.. English translation of German original
These operating instructions have been produced in several languages. The German-language version of the
operating instructions is the original version. All other language versions are translations of the original operating
instructions.
. Layout of Instructions
.. Symbols used
General hazard Risk of re or explosion
High voltage Risk of burns
Authorised electrician Only authorised electricians are permitted to carry out tasks indicated with this
symbol!
.. Safety warnings symbols guide
DANGER
High risk
Failure to observe this warning will lead directly to serious bodily injury or death.
WARNING
Potential risk
Failure to observe this warning may lead to serious bodily injury or death.
CAUTION
Low-risk hazard
Failure to observe this warning will lead to minor or moderate bodily injury.

Safety
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CAUTION
Risk of damage to property
Failure to observe this warning will lead to property damage.
.. Additional information symbols
NOTE
Useful information and notes
EN Country-specic function
Functions restricted to one or more countries are labelled with country codes in accordance with
ISO-.
.. Instructions symbols guide
Instructions
ඣPrerequisite(s) before carrying out the following step(s) (optional)
. Carry out step.
. (Additional steps, if applicable)
» Result of the step(s) (optional)
. Target group
All activities described in the document may only be carried out by specially trained personnel with the following
qualications:
• Knowledge about how an inverter functions and operates
• Training in the handling of hazards and risks during the installation and operation of electrical devices and sys-
tems
• Education concerning the installation and startup of electrical units and systems
• Knowledge of applicable standards and directives
• Knowledge and adherence to this document with all safety notices.
 Safety
DANGER
Lethal voltages are still present in the terminals and cables of the inverter even after the
inverter has been switched o and disconnected.
Severe injuries or death will occur when touching the cables and terminals in the inverter.
Only appropriately qualied and authorised electricians may open, install or maintain the inverter.
›Keep the inverter closed when the unit is in operation.
›Do not touch the cables or terminals when switching the unit on and o.
›Do not make any modications to the inverter.
The electrician is responsible for observing all existing standards and regulations.
• Keep unauthorised persons away from the inverter and PV system.
• In particular, be sure to observe the standard IEC---: "Requirements for special installations or loca-
tions – solar photovoltaic (PV) power supply systems".
• Ensure operational safety by providing proper grounding, conductor dimensioning and appropriate protection
against short circuiting.