MYPV ESW AC-THOR 9s User manual

AC•THOR®9s Assembly Instructions, Version 200910 1
Assembly Instructions
AC•THOR®9s
Photovoltaic Power Manager
Australian & New Zealand Distributor
Energy Smart Water Pty Ltd ABN 65 161 756 690
A: 2/11 Dalkeith Drive, Dromana Vic 3936, Australia
W: esw.net.au | P: [phone] | E: [e-mail]

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Contents
1. Operation manual ......................................................................4
2. Intended use ..............................................................................5
3. Scope of supply ..........................................................................7
4. Safety instructions......................................................................8
5. Connections overview................................................................9
6. Mounting..................................................................................10
7. Electrical connection ................................................................12
7.1. Operation on one or two phases ...................................13
7.2. Connecting temperature probes ................................... 13
8. Operation displays ...................................................................14
9. Maintenance ............................................................................14
10. Troubleshooting .......................................................................15
11. Disposal ....................................................................................15
12. Warranty ..................................................................................15
12.1. Warranty – General .......................................................15
12.2. Terms of Warranty.........................................................16
12.3. Warranty Exclusions.......................................................17
12.4. How to make a warranty claim ......................................17
12.5. Purchaser’s Statutory Rights.......................................... 18
13. EU declaration of conformity ...................................................19
14. Technical specifications............................................................20
15. Wiring diagrams .......................................................................22
15.1. AC•THOR®9s - Wiring the control side ..........................22

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Power Meter – connection via router ........................... 22
Power Meter – connection without router ...................23
Power Meter – connection without router via powerline
.......................................................................................24
Control by inverter or battery management .................25
Control by the energy management system .................26
15.2. AC•THOR 9s Wiring applications ...................................27
Operating mode M1: Hot water ≤9 kW ......................... 27
Operating mode M1: Hot water 3x ≤3 kW.....................28
Operating mode M2: Hot water stratification charge ...29
Operating mode M4: Hot water + heat pump...............30
Operating mode M5: Hot water + space heating ..........31
Operating mode M6: space heating ..............................32
16. Installation Details / Product Registration ...............................33

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1. Operation manual
In addition to these assembly instructions, the current version of the
Operating instructions for the device is available at www.my-pv.com.
Wiring diagrams at the end of the document.
The following device key is required for online registration of the
unit. Keep it safe!
Enter device key here

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2. Intended use
The electronic AC•THOR®9s Photovoltaic-Power-Manager (in the following,
AC•THOR®9s for short) is designed for operating resistive loads such as
electric immersion heater elements, electric boilers, electric convectors,
electric heating mats or infrared panels. The unit controls the output voltage
according to external signals (temperatures, Ethernet- and other control
signals) linearly and thus the power output of the connected load.
The AC•THOR®9s is controlled by the my-PV Power Meter or can be
combined with products such as inverters of different manufacturers (the
current list of manufacturers can be seen at https://www.my-
pv.com/en/info/compatible-manufacturers .
The AC•THOR®9s is designed for fixed installations indoors.
Installation in rooms with high levels of humidity must comply with the
relevant regulations.
The ACTHOR has an ambient temperature rating of 0°C -40°C. If installed
outdoors it must be able to function within this temperature range and be
located in a shaded position inside an IP55 rated waterproof cabinet which
allows airflow around the unit. Forced ventilation may need to be
considered. Contact [e-mail] for further advice regarding
installing the unit in an outdoor enclosure.
Any application other than those described above may cause damage.
Furthermore, this may lead to hazards such as a short circuit, fire, electric
shock, etc. The safety instructions and the information on handling in this
manual and in the Operating Instructions must be followed!
The product complies with the statutory, national, and European
requirements. The names of the company and products are trademarks of
my-PV GmbH. All rights reserved.
You will find a comprehensive description of the device’s functions and
settings using the display or via web interface in the Operating Instructions.

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3. Scope of supply
•AC•THOR®9s Electronic Photovoltaic Power Manager
•Wall bracket (on the rear of the unit)
•Assembly set (3 screws 4.2 x 32 mm, 3 wall-plugs 6 mm)
•my-PV digital temperature sensor (cable length 5 m) with 8-pin
plug
•Plug, 5-pin for power supply
•Three plugs, 3-pin for load outputs
•Plug, 3-pin for 16 A switch output (attached to the unit)
•Operator stylus for the display with holder
•Assembly Instructions
•Key-fob AC•THOR
Optional accessories available (not included)
•my-PV Power Meter
•my-PV digital temperature sensor (cable length 5 m) with 8-pin plug

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4. Safety instructions
•Installation must be carried out by a licensed electrician in
accordance with AS/NZS 3000.
•For water heating applications compliance with AS/NZS 3500 is
required.
•Do not open the AC•THOR®9s. The device does not contain any
parts that may be repaired by the user.
•Only pure resistive electric loads such as immersion heater
elements, boilers, convectors, heating mats or infrared panels can
be connected to the AC•THOR®9s.
•The loads connected must be suitable for variable supply voltages
between 0-230 V AC (in no circumstances units with electronic
power supply!).
•All connected devices must be operated with phase and neutral
conductor.
•Never connect 400 V loads without neutral conductor!
Otherwise this may cause damage to the AC•THOR®9s or to the
other loads connected to it.
•Only the supplied plugs must be used for connection to the
AC•THOR®9s.
•Operation of heating systems incorporating electronic thermostats
is not possible.
•For heating water, only heaters with an integral safety temperature
limiter may be connected.
•The AC•THOR®9s is designed for fixed installations indoors.
•Comply with the relevant standards when mounting and
connecting the device.
•The AC•THOR®9s housing may heat up during operation. Only
mount the unit on non-combustible surfaces.
•The AC•THOR®9s is only intended for use in dry rooms indoors.
Otherwise there is a risk of fatal electric shock!
•Installation in rooms with a high level of humidity must comply
with relevant regulations.

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•Do not install the device in an environment contaminated with
ammonia.
•Do not install the device in a dusty environment.
•The ventilation holes of the housing must not be covered.
•Avoid exposure to high temperatures (> 40 °C), low temperatures
(< 0 °C) or direct sunlight during storage and operation.
•The AC•THOR®9s must be connected to a nominal voltage of 3 x
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz. The neutral conductor is necessary!
•Protection of the mains connection for the AC•THOR®9s may not
exceed 16 A per phase (tripping characteristic B or C).
5. Connections overview

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6. Mounting
1. Remove the wall bracket from the rear of the AC•THOR®9s unit. To
do this, slide the lock underneath to the right.
2. Then fix the wall bracket to the wall with three screws. Three
screws and three wall-plugs are supplied. If the screws supplied are
not suitable for the substrate, suitable screw must be obtained.
3. To fix it to the wall bracket, the AC•THOR®9s is suspended in the
wall bracket by the two long slots on top and then fixed in place by
locking it underneath (slide to the left).
4. Check the AC•THOR®9s is securely fixed!

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5. When installing in an electrical cabinet, ensure sufficient cooling,
for example through ventilation slots in the switch cabinet door.
6. A minimum lateral distance of 7cm must be observed.
7. When installing several devices side by side, a minimum distance of
10cm must be maintained
8. Then the electrical connections can be made.
Do not immerse my-PV temperature sensor(s) directly in Water. Use a
thermowell!
For mains leads, use a cable duct of 60 mm depth. The cut-out
measures 130 x 60 mm.

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7. Electrical connection
The AC•THOR®9s is controlled by external signal sources by way of IP
protocol using a standard Ethernet RJ45 cable.
Protection of the mains connection for the AC•THOR®9s may not exceed 16
A per phase (tripping characteristic B or C).
Pay attention to other loads on the line circuit, this may trip the circuit
breaker!
The solar diverter (AC•THOR®9s) circuit shall be protected by a 30 mA Type
AC RCD installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3000.
An isolating switch in accordance with clause 4.8.2.3 AS/NZS 3000:2018 shall
be installed for the water heater.
Where more than one circuit can supply the water heater, a warning sign
shall be installed within the installation switchboard that the solar diverter
circuit originates, and on the water heater.
NOTE: The installation of a solar diverter can introduce an unforeseen
hazard, where if the grid supply to the water heater is isolated at the
switchboard, the diverter may still be able to supply power to the water
heater. The warning sign shall state the following:
WARNING solar diverter
installed.
Isolate all supplies before
working on water heater.
Refer to the wiring diagrams provided in section 15 for further detail.
The PE conductor and the neutral conductor must be connected!
!

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7.1. Operation on one or two phases
The device is also suitable for operation on one or two phases.
In order to guarantee a perfect control function, outputs whose
corresponding phase is not supplied on the input side must not be
connected!
L1 IN → Out1
L2 IN → Out2
L3 IN → Out3
If the mains cable of the unit is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agents.
7.2. Connecting temperature probes
Up to four digital temperature probes (three-core, bus system) can be
connected to the AC•THOR®9s. The terminal positions for the three cores
are shown in the following illustration.
Phase L1 must be connected (power supply).
Do not immerse my-PV temperature sensor(s) directly in water.
Use a thermowell!
!
If more than one probe is used,
the cores can also be connected
exter
nally in parallel.
!

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8. Operation displays
The unit has a touch screen to show operating conditions and for ease of
operation.
Never touch the screen with pointed objects or those having sharp edges!
Use the supplied stylus for programming. The holder for the stylus can be
stuck on to a surface on or close to the unit with the adhesive patch. A
detailed description of the graphic user interface, the operating modes, the
menu guide, and settings are located in the Operating Instructions for the
unit. The current version is available at www.esw.net.au
9. Maintenance
Do not attempt to open the AC•THOR®9s. The device does not contain any
parts that may be repaired by the user. In the event of a fault, please
contact Energy Smart Water on 1800 433 254 or email
[e-mail] .
Never splash water on or in the unit!
When the power supply is off, the surface of the device can be cleaned
either with a damp cloth, using mild glass cleaner or cleaning tissue for
glasses.

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In a polluted environment, the air inlets and outlets should be checked
regularly for cleanliness. If necessary, the device can be cleaned through the
air slots with a vacuum cleaner.
The AC•THOR®9s cannot work at maximum efficiency if the air supply is
inadequate!
10. Troubleshooting
The device does not contain any parts that may be repaired by the user. In
the event of a fault, please contact Energy Smart Water on 1800 433 254 or
email [e-mail].
11. Disposal
Packaging material must be either stored or disposed of as appropriate.
Dispose of the AC•THOR®9s at the end of its service life according to the
statutory regulations.
12. Warranty
12.1. Warranty – General
This warranty is given by Energy Smart Water Pty. Ltd., 2/11 Dalkeith Drive,
Dromana Vic 3936, Australia, ABN 65 161 756 690 for installations in
Australia and New Zealand only.
For details about this warranty contact Energy Smart Water on 1800 433
254 or email techsuppo[email protected]et.au.

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This warranty covers any defects in materials for a period of 2 years from
date of purchase when the product is installed and operated according to
the written installation instructions. Energy Smart Water will repair or
replace the covered product or any part or component that is defective in
materials or workmanship subject to the terms within this document.
A call out fee is chargeable where it is found there is no fault with the
product.
If a subsequent version of this warranty is published, the terms of that
warranty will apply after the date specified in the subsequent version.
12.2. Terms of Warranty
Supplied product must only be installed, commissioned, or serviced by a
licensed electrician in accordance with all electrical standards, municipal
building codes, occupational health, safety & welfare regulations, and other
State or Federal statutory regulations.
Where a failed product is replaced under this warranty, the balance of the
original warranty period will remain effective. The replacement does not
carry a new warranty.
This warranty extends to the original purchaser and subsequent owners, but
only while the product remains at the site of the original installation. The
warranty only extends through the first installation of the product and
terminates if the product is moved or reinstalled.
Replacement of the product may be authorised by Energy Smart Water only.
Energy Smart Water does not authorise any person or company to assume
for it any obligation or liability in connection with the replacement of the
product.
If the product is found to be free of defects in material or workmanship, or
damaged by improper installation, or damaged during return shipping, the
warranty claim for product, parts and labour may be denied.

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Where the product is installed outside the boundaries of a metropolitan
area, the cost of travelling to the installed site shall be the owner’s
responsibility.
12.3. Warranty Exclusions
•Where the product has not been installed and operated in
accordance with the instructions in this manual.
•Where the product is misused, damaged, neglected, abused,
operated outside of instructions in this manual.
•Where the defect is caused by improper installation of a third party
product or defective third party product.
•Where damage is caused by an act of God, fire, lightning, flood,
earthquake, landslide, storm, hail, frost, wind or other severe
adverse weather conditions.
•Where the product is located in a position that does not comply
with the installation instructions or relevant statutory
requirements.
•Where the product is moved or reinstalled at a new location.
•Where the connection, attachment, integration or general
association of other equipment or parts not instructed by this
manual which either directly or indirectly affect the performance or
operation of this equipment.
•Altering, disassembling, attempt to repair or otherwise intervening
in the device or making changes to the device without
authorisation.
•Any damage or injury caused by improper handling or failure to
observe the assembly and operating instructions.
12.4. How to make a warranty claim
To be entitled to make a claim under this warranty you need to be the
owner of the product or have consent from the owner to act on their behalf
and provide proof of purchase. Provide owner’s details, address of the
device, a contact number and date of installation.

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As soon as reasonably practicable you must contact Energy Smart Water on
1800 433 254 or email techsu[email protected]et.au and advise of the fault or
issue. Energy Smart Water will arrange for the product tested and assessed
on-site.
If Energy Smart Water determines that you have a valid warranty claim, the
unit will be repaired or replaced in accordance with this warranty.
12.5. Purchaser’s Statutory Rights
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a
major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
The Energy Smart Water warranty is in addition to any rights and remedies
that you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.

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13. EU declaration of conformity
my-PV GmbH, Teichstraße 43, 4523 Neuzeug, Germany
hereby declares that the products of the product AC•THOR®9s
comply with the following Directives and standards:
EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 60730-1, EN 62233, EN 61000-3-2,
EN 61000-3-3
The company named above holds available for inspection documentation as
proof of fulfilment of the safety objectives and the principal safety
requirements.

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14. Technical specifications
my-PV AC•THOR®9s (Subject to change without notice)
Mains voltage 3 x 230 V, 45-65 Hz
Outputs OUT-1
0 to 230 V pure sine
0 to 3,000 W max.
NOT switchable
OUT-2
0 to 230 V pure sine
0 to 3,000 W max.
or 230 V switched
OUT-3
0 to 230 V pure sine
0 to 3,000 W max.
or 230 V switched
Relay output 1 x UM
20 V AC 100 mA min.
230 V AC 16 A max.
Mains connection 3-phase with neutral conductor
Safeguarding 3 x 16 A tripping characteristic B, C
Load connection Plug contacts for resistive loads
Standby consumption < 2 W
Efficiency > 99 % at rated power
Operating temperature
range
0°C to 40 °C
Permissible RH 0-99 % (non-condensing)
Storage temperature -20°C to 70 °C