Kostal PIKO 36 EPC User manual

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Operating manual
PIKO 36 EPC

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79108 Freiburg i. Br.
Germany
Phone [phone] - 100
Fax [phone] - 111
www.kostal-solar-electric.com
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liability or warranty for their free usage. The illustrations
and texts have been compiled with great care. However,
the possibility of errors cannot be ruled out. The
compilation is made without any guarantee.
General note on gender equality
KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH is aware of the importance
of language with regard to the equality of women and
men and always makes an eort to reflect this in the
documentation. Nevertheless, for the sake of readability
we are unable to use non-gender-specific terms
throughout and use the masculine form instead.
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Software version as of FW: 05.55
User Interface (UI) as of: 06.30
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1. General information 6
1.1 Proper use ................................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 EU declarations of conformity ................................................................................................... 10
1.3 About this manual .................................................................................................................... 11
1.4 Notes in this manual ................................................................................................................. 13
1.5 Symbols used .......................................................................................................................... 17
1.6 Labels on the inverter ............................................................................................................... 18
2. Device and system description 19
2.1 The photovoltaic system ........................................................................................................... 20
2.2 Inverter components ................................................................................................................ 21
3. Installation 29
3.1 Transport and storage .............................................................................................................. 30
3.2 Scope of delivery ...................................................................................................................... 31
3.3 Installation ................................................................................................................................ 32
3.4 Electrical connection ................................................................................................................ 35
3.5 Central system protection ......................................................................................................... 38
3.6 Installing overvoltage protection (optional) ................................................................................. 40
3.7 Connection of solar module ...................................................................................................... 44
3.8 Connection of communication components ............................................................................. 48
3.9 Initial commissioning ................................................................................................................ 52
4. Operation and operating the device 54
4.1 Switching on the inverter .......................................................................................................... 55
4.2 Switching o the inverter .......................................................................................................... 56
4.3 De-energising the inverter ......................................................................................................... 57
4.4 Control panel ............................................................................................................................ 58
4.5 Operational status (display) ....................................................................................................... 61
4.6 Operational status (LEDs) ......................................................................................................... 62
4.7 The menu structure of the inverter ............................................................................................ 63
4.8 The service menu ..................................................................................................................... 67
4.9 The energy management system in the inverter ........................................................................ 68
4.10 Event codes ............................................................................................................................. 69
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5. Webserver 76
5.1 The Webserver ......................................................................................................................... 77
5.2 Using the Webserver ................................................................................................................ 78
5.3 Connecting the inverter and computer ...................................................................................... 79
5.4 Calling up Webserver ............................................................................................................... 80
5.5 Disconnecting the inverter from the computer .......................................................................... 81
5.6 Menu structure in Webserver .................................................................................................... 82
5.7 Webserver main menu .............................................................................................................. 84
5.8 Webserver submenus ............................................................................................................... 85
6. System monitoring 93
6.1 Creating connection between computer and inverter ................................................................ 94
6.2 The log data ............................................................................................................................. 97
6.3 Retrieving, saving and graphically depicting log data .............................................................. 100
7. Active power control 103
7.1 Why active power control? ..................................................................................................... 104
7.2 Limitation of the PV feed-in capacity ....................................................................................... 105
7.3 Active power control with a ripple control receiver .................................................................. 106
7.4 Installing the ripple control receiver ......................................................................................... 107
8. Maintenance 110
8.1 Maintenance and service ........................................................................................................ 111
8.2 Fan cleaning ........................................................................................................................... 112
8.3 Update software (communication board) ................................................................................ 116
8.4 Update software (inverter firmware) ........................................................................................ 118
8.5 Update software (country settings) ......................................................................................... 120
8.6 Replacing optional overvoltage protection .............................................................................. 122
9. Technical data 126
9.1 Technical data ........................................................................................................................ 127
9.2 Block diagram ........................................................................................................................ 132
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10. Accessories 133
10.1 Additional accessories ............................................................................................................ 134
11. Appendix 137
11.1 Type plate ............................................................................................................................... 138
11.2 Warranty and service .............................................................................................................. 139
11.3 Handover to the operator ....................................................................................................... 140
11.4 Disassembly and disposal ...................................................................................................... 141
Index 142
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1. General information
1.1 Proper use .................................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 EU declarations of conformity ................................................................................................... 10
1.3 About this manual ..................................................................................................................... 11
1.4 Notes in this manual ................................................................................................................. 13
1.5 Symbols used ........................................................................................................................... 17
1.6 Labels on the inverter ............................................................................................................... 18
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Thank you for choosing a PIKO inverter from KOSTAL
Solar Electric GmbH! We hope you enjoy consistently
high energy yields with the PIKO inverter and your
photovoltaic system.
If you have any technical questions, please call our
service hotline:
n Germany and other countries
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[phone] - 222
n Switzerland
[phone]
n France, Belgium, Luxembourg
[phone]
n Greece
[phone]
n Italy
[phone]
n Spain, Portugal
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[phone]
n Turkey 3
[phone]
1Language: German, English
2Language: Spanish, English
3Language: English, Turkish
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1.1 Proper use
The PIKO inverter converts direct current into alternating
current. This can be used as follows:
n For self-consumption
n For feed-in into the public grid
The device may only be used in grid-connected photo-
voltaic systems within the permissible power range and
under the permissible ambient conditions. The device is
not intended for mobile use.
Inappropriate use may lead to injury or even death for
the user or third parties. Material damage to the device
and other equipment can also occur. The inverter may
therefore only be used for its intended purpose.
All components fitted on the inverter or in the PV system
must satisfy the standards and guidelines that apply in
the country of installation.
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Exclusion of liability
Any use that diers from that described in Ch. 1.1 or
goes beyond the stated intended purpose, is considered
inappropriate. The manufacturer accepts no liability for
any damage resulting from this. Modifications to the
inverter are prohibited. The inverter may only be used
if it is safe to operate and is in a technically perfect
condition. Any instance of misuse will result in the
termination of the warranty, guarantee and general
liability of the manufacturer.
Only a qualified electrician may open the device.
The inverter must be installed by a trained electrician
(according to DIN VDE 1000-10 or BGV A3 accident
prevention regulations) who is responsible for observing
the applicable standards and regulations.
Work that could aect the electrical power system of
the relevant energy supply company at the site of the
solar power feed-in, may only be carried out by qualified
electricians expressly authorised (licensed) by the energy
supply company. This includes changes to the factory-
preset parameters. The installer must always observe the
regulations of the energy supply company.
Factory settings may only be changed by qualified
electrical installers or persons with at least comparable
or higher technical qualifications, e.g. foremen,
technicians or engineers. When doing so, all
requirements are to be observed.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
The inverter may only be installed,
maintained and repaired by a
trained and qualified electrician.
The electrician is responsible
for ensuring that the applicable
standards and regulations are
observed and implemented. Work
that could aect the electrical
power system of the relevant
energy supply company at the site
of the solar power feed-in, may
only be carried out by qualified
electricians expressly authorised
(licensed) by the energy supply
company.
This includes changes to the
factory-preset parameters.
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1.2 EU declarations of conformity
KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH hereby declares that the inverter described in this document complies
with the basic requirements and other relevant conditions of the directives listed below.
n Directive 2014/30/EU
(on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC))
n Directive 2014/35/EU
(on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the
market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits – in short: Low Voltage
Directive)
n Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS)
to limit the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
You will find a detailed EU Declaration of Conformity at:
www.kostal-solar-electric.com/Download/Zertifikate
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1.3 About this manual
Carefully read this manual in full.
It contains important information on the installation and
operation of the inverter. Pay particular attention to the
instructions regarding safe usage. KOSTAL Solar Electric
GmbH assumes no liability for damages arising from the
non-observance of this manual.
This manual is an integral part of the product. It applies
exclusively to the PIKO inverters from KOSTAL Solar
Electric GmbH. Keep this manual and give it to the new
owner should you pass it onto a new operator.
The installer and the operator must have unrestricted
access to these instructions at all times. The installer
must be familiar with this manual and follow all
instructions.
The most recent version of the operating manual for
yourproduct is available in the download area at
www.kostal-solar-electric.com.
Target group
This manual is intended for trained and qualified electrical
technicians who install, maintain and repair the inverters.
The inverters described in this manual dier from
one another in terms of particular technical details.
Information and handling instructions that only apply to
certain device types, are to be identified accordingly.
Information concerning your safety or that of the unit is
specifically noted.
TIP
Print both sides on one sheet of
paper when printing out this operating
manual.
This saves paper and the document
remains easy to read.
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Navigation through the document
In order to enable navigation through this document, it
contains clickable areas.
One of these is the navigation bar in the header of each
page. Here you can go to the overview pages of the
individual chapters in one click.
The table of contents can also be used in this way: From
the index at the beginning of each chapter you can go to
the indicated sub-chapter in one click.
Fig. 1: Navigation through the document
1 Calling up the main table of contents
2 Navigation bar
3 Tables of contents
You can navigate to the referenced points in the
document within the instruction text using the
cross-references.
Ch. 1
Fig. 1, It. 2
Fig. 2: Examples of cross-references
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1.4 Notes in this manual
Fig. 3: Safety instructions in this manual
1 Reference icon within the instruction text
2 Warning
3 Information note
4 Other notes
Notes have been incorporated into the instruction
text. Adierentiation is made in this manual between
warnings and information notes. All notes are identified
inthe text line with an icon.
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Warnings
The warnings refer to life-threatening dangers. Serious
injuries may occur which result in death.
Each warning consists of the following elements:
Fig. 4: Structure of the warnings
1 Warning symbol
2 Signal word
3 Type of danger
4 Corrective actions
Warning symbols
Danger
Danger due to electrical shock and discharge
Danger due to electromagnetic fields
Danger due to burns
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Signal words
Signal words are used to identify the severity of the
danger.
DANGER
Indicates a direct hazard with a high level of risk, which,
when it is not avoided, may result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazard with a moderate level of risk, which,
when it is not avoided, may result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk, which, when
it is not avoided, may result in minor or slight injury or
property damage.
Information notes
Information notes contain important instructions for the
installation and problem-free operation of the inverter.
These must be followed at all times. The information
notes also point out that failure to observe can result in
damage to property or financial damages.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
The inverter may only be installed,
operated, maintained and repaired
by trained and qualified sta.
Fig. 5: Example of an information note
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Symbols within the information notes
Important information
Damage to property possible
Other notes
They contain additional information or tips.
INFO
This is additional information.
Fig. 6: Example of an information note
Symbols within the additional notes
Information or tip
Enlarged view
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1.5 Symbols used
Symbol Meaning
1., 2., 3. ... Sequential steps in a handling instruction
PEect of a handling instruction
HFinal result of a handling instruction
ÆCross-reference to other places in the document
or to other documents
nList
Tab. 1: Symbols and icons used
Abbreviations used
Abbreviation Explanation
Tab. Table
Fig. Figure
It. Item
Ch. Chapter
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1.6 Labels on the inverter
Fig. 7: Labels on the inverter – Figure example
Signs and labels are applied to the housing of the
inverter. These signs and labels may not be altered or
removed.
Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation
Danger due to electrical shock and
discharge Additional earth connection
5 min
Danger due to electrical shock and
discharge. Wait five minutes (discharge
timeof the capacitors) after shut-down
Observe and read operating manual
5 min
Danger due to burns
Device may not be disposed of with
household waste.
Observe the local application disposal
requirements
Danger notice
CE marking
The product satisfies the applicable EU
requirements
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2. Device and system description
2.1 The photovoltaic system ........................................................................................................... 20
2.2 Inverter components ................................................................................................................. 21
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Device and system description
2.1 The photovoltaic system
Fig. 8: Photovoltaic system
1 PV string (2-6 optional)
2 Inverter
3 Further inverters with PV strings
4 Distributor
5 Public grid
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