Siliken se2.8i User manual

Siliken Electronics S.L.  Ronda Isaac Peral y Caballero,14 - Parque Tecnológico  E-469 0 Paterna - Valencia - Spain
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SE2. i - 3. i - 4i - 5i
Date: 05/10/2010
Single-phase power grid-connected inverters
Users manual

SILIKEN appreciates your support for our products.
We recommend that you read this instruction manual carefully in its entirely before handling the Inverter.

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Safety
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  This manual contains important instructions of models SE5i, SE4i, SE .8i & SE2.8i that shall be followed
during installation, application and maintenance of the PV inverter.
Safety Precautions/Safety Notes
Only training-qualified personnel are allowed to perform the electrical installation, wiring, opening and repair of the SE inverters. Even if no
external voltage is present, the SE inverters may still contain high voltage and the risk of electrical shock.
The temperature of the heat sinks outside of the device could exceed 70°C (158°F) in normal operation. There is the risk of burn injury by
inadvertent contact.
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service, installation and repair of this device. Failure
to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and
intended use of the device. The manufacturer assumes no liability for the customers failure to comply with these requirements.
Safety Sym ols
To reduce the risk of injury and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the following safety instructions and warnings are marked
in this manual.
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Warning, risk of electric shock
Presents safety information to
prevent injury or death to users
and/or installers.
Caution (refer to accompanying
documents)
Presents information to prevent damage
to this product.
Earthground symbol

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General Safety Precautions
 Training-qualified personnel are allowed to mount, reconfigure or repair this PV inverter. Also, licensed electricians are allowed to install and
inspect the permanently-wired system.
 Remove all conductive jewelry or personal equipment prior to installation or service of the device, parts, connectors, and/or wirings.
 Ensure there is no grounding path through the human body. Well-insulated guards, e.g. insulated mat or shoes, are necessary when working
the operating device.
 Use safety guard against risks of electrical shock or personal injury by any sudden component failure.
 Follow the instructions manual and all information on cautions or warnings must be adhered to.
 Use proper lifting techniques when handling enclosure, equipment or parts.
 The SE inverter is provided with an equipment-grounding conductor and a DC grounding connection. The grounded conductor may be
ungrounded and energized when ground fault is indicated.
 The list does not contain all measures pertinent to the safe operation of the device. If special problems arise which are not described in
sufficient detail for the purposes of the buyer, contact your specialized dealer or technician.
Safety Installation and Operation
 Installation of the device must be in accordance with the relevant electrical installations stipulated by local distribution network operator (DNO).
Correct grounding, short-circuit and/or overcurrent protection must be provided to ensure operational safety.
 Read all instructions and cautionary remarks in the manual before installation.
 Switch off the circuit breakers before installation. Keep dry when working the inverter.
 It energizes when the PV arrays are exposed to light. Cover the arrays with opaque (dark) material before installation.
 Check both AC and DC connections with a digital voltmeter prior to any installation or removal procedures.
 Attach the outer cover correctly before switching on the circuit breakers.

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 Install the inverter out of direct sunlight.
 Risk of electrical shock may be contained even if no external voltage is present.
 Allow at least 5 minutes for the inverter to discharge completely after disconnecting the AC and DC sources from the inverter.
 The temperature on the external heat sink may be high in normal operation and cause skin burn injury when touched. Pay attention to high
temperature components.
 Prevent the risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the heat sink.
 Allow modification in your electrical system to be carried out only by the training-qualified electricians.
Repair and Maintenance
The SE inverter contains no user serviceable parts, except for the fan and the GFDI fuse. Only personnel trained and authorized by SILIKEN
ELECTRONICS are allowed to carry out internal repair and maintenance of the unit. Please return the device for overhaul if some fault is
caused by parts other than the fan and the fuse described above. For the replacement of the fuse, please refer to the section 5. .
WARNING!
Not to make alterations or use tampering assembly in the inverter without manufacturers authorization unless specified elsewhere
in this Manual. They may result in injury, electric shock, or fire and void the warranty.
Wiring the inverter
 Input/Output Terminals: Use wire size #10 AWG to #6 AWG, 90°C (194°F) Copper Wire.
 Reconfirm all connections and screws have been made correctly and tightened properly.
WARNING!
All electrical installation and the wiring methods shall be done according to the relevant electrical installations stipulated by local
distribution network operator (DNO) and should follow the important safety instructions in this manual.

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Connection of the AC ca le
WARNING!
Reconfirm the circuit breaker connected to the main utility is switched OFF before connecting the power cable from the breaker
to the AC connector.
Connection of the DC ca le
CAUTION!
Identify the different polarity of DC voltage on each PV string and connect respectively to the input terminals marked UNGROUNDED
CONDUCTOR and GROUNDED CONDUCTOR. Make sure the DC voltage that PV arrays generate is equal to or less than
600 VDC in any case.
WARNING!
Route the DC connection cables to the SE inverters away from any possible hazards that could damage the cables.
WARNING!
Hazardous voltage is still present on the device after disconnection of all PV DC inputs. Allow five (5) minutes for the inverter to
discharge the energy stored in capacitors completely.
WARNING!
PV arrays will be energized when exposed to light. Cover the arrays with opaque (dark) materials during installation and wiring.
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Introduction
1.1 General
1.2 Specifications
1. Adjustable Parameter Settings
1.4 Accessories
Installation
2.1 Placement
2.2 Mounting
2. Wiring the Inverter
2. .1 Connection of the AC cable
2. .2 Connection of the DC cable
2. .2.1 Connection of the DC wires for Negative Ground Arrays
2. .2.2 Connection of the DC wires for Positive Ground Arrays
2. . Connection of the communication cable
2.4 Wiring Inverter in Parallel
Operation
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Table of Contents
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.1 Overview
.2 Operation Feature
. LED Indication
.4 LCD Display
.5 Auto Test
.6 Communication
.7 Explanations of Error Messages
Warranty Information
Technical Documentation
5.1 Outline Drawing
5.2 Efficiency
5. De-Rating Operation
5.4 Maintenance
5.4.1 Exchange of the GFDI Fuse
5.4.2 Factory Service
5.4.2.1 Remove the Inverter
5.4.2.2 Re-install the Inverter
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1.1 General
The Siliken Electroncis SE product family is a series of grid-connected photovoltaic inverters which are designed to convert DC power generated
by photovoltaic arrays to AC power that is delivered to the home loads and then fed into the utility grid with any excess power. The SE 2.8i,
SE .8i, SE 4i, and SE 5i are the members of the family for the European market. The overview of the grid-tied solar energy system is shown
in figure 1.1.1. SE inverters utilize state-of-the-art technology, reliability and ease of use and comply with the requirements of VDE0126-1-1,
DK5940, RD166 , RD661 and EN50178 regulation.
The SE inverter is designed to operate automatically once it is installed and commissioned correctly. When the DC input voltage generated
by the photovoltaic array rises above the pre-set threshold value, the embedded controller starts and goes through System Check mode and
then into Monitoring mode until the PV Start Voltage is reached. During this time, the SE inverter will not generate AC power. Once all conditions
necessary for grid connection are satisfied, the SE inverter goes into the Grid/MPP mode and begins feeding the AC power into the grid. When
the input DC voltage falls below the minimum MPP voltage setting, the SE inverter will stop feeding AC power into the grid and return to
monitoring mode. The SE inverter will enter the Grid/MPP mode again should the input DC voltage rise above the PV Start Voltage and all
conditions necessary for grid connection are satisfied.
We appreciated your choice of Siliken Electronics SE inverters for your power conversion devices in your solar power system. This document
contains the information you need for the installation and settings of the SE inverters. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to read this manual
carefully before the SE inverter installation and settings.
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Fig. 1.1.1 Grid Connected Solar System Overview
Photovoltaic Array Utility Grid
SE Inverter
Meter

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Anti-island protection.
Protection against leakage currents.
Protection against reverse polarit .
Protection against short circuits.
Protections
CE Marking.
Electrical Safet Directive EN 50178.
Electromagnetic Compatibilit Directive
EN 61000-6-4: EN 55011
EN 61000-6-2: EN 61000-4-2
EN 61000-4-4
Complies with RD 661/2007, RD 1663/2000, DK 5940 and VDE 0126-1-1.
Standards
Due to our continuous improvement polic , these specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
General characteristics SE2.8i SE3.8i SE4i SE5i
96,4% 96,5%
IP 44
0,5 W
Forced ventilation
LED / LCD
RS232C / RS485
-20ºC a +55ºC (without derating)
Maximum 95%
Optional
Bolted terminal / MC4
Bolted terminal
768 x 454 x 175 mm.
23 Kg. 28 Kg.
95,4% 95,8%95,7% 95,8%
Yield maximum
Yield UE
Level of protection
Own consumption (stand b )
Cooling s stem
Displa
Communications
Dimensions
Weight
Operating temperature
Ambient humidit
Integrated DC disconnector
T pe of DC connection
T pe of AC connection
Convection
768 x 454 x 210 mm.
200-550 V DC
600 V DC
Maximum DC power
MPP Voltage range
Maximum voltage range
Maximum current
Number of MPPTs
Maximum number of Strings
DC Input SE2.8i SE3.8i SE4i SE5i
3,3 kWp 4,8 kWp
15 A 20 A 22 A 25 A
1
3444
4,5 kWp 6 kWp
AC Output SE2.8i SE3.8i SE4i SE5i
230 VAC
50 Hz
<3%
>0,99
Transformer
Single phase
Nominal power
Maximum power
Maximum effective current
Nominal voltage
Nominal frequenc
Harmonic distortion (THD)
Power factor
Galvanic insulation
Number of phases
2,8 kW
2,8 kW
12,2 A
3,8 kW
3,8 kW
16,6 A
4 kW
4 kW
17,4 A
5 kW
5 kW
21,8 A
1.2 Specifications

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1.3 Adjusta le Parameter Settings
This new series of SE inverters have, currently, three models to fulfill the market needs for the countries of Germany, Italy, and Spain. It can
be distinguished by the model names described as followings:
 SE xxE: For Germany
 SE xxE-IT: For Italy
 SE xxE-ES: For Spain
Parameter Germany Italy Spain
Model name
Standard
Over-voltage (VAC)
Under-voltage (VAC)
Over-frequency (Hz)
Under-frequency (Hz)
Over-voltage clearing time (cycle)
Under-voltage clearing time (cycle)
Over-frequency clearing time (cycle)
Under-frequency clearing time (cycle)
Voltage quality monitoring* (VAC)
Voltage quality monitoring time* (s)
Reconnect delay (s)
PV start voltage (VDC)
SE xxE
VDE0126-1-1
260.0
190.0
50.19
47.51
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00
20
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SE xxE-IT
DK5940
262.0
188.0
50.
49.7
4
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257.6
0 (NA)
20
2 5.0
SE xxE-ES
RD166 , RD661
25 .0
196.0
51.0
48.0
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0 (NA)
180
2 5.0
* The period of time for the SE inverter to disconnect from the grid and
enter the Monitoring mode after the detection of the AC voltage that is
higher than the Voltage quality monitoring setting and below the Over-
voltage setting. This function is available only in the models of Germany
type according to the VDE 0126-1-1, Clause 4.2. .

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1.4 Accessories
 Operation Manual 1 pc
 Auto-Test software CD (SE xxE-IT only) 1 pc

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2.1 Placement
1. SE inverters that must be vertically mounted may be located indoors or outdoors,
according to protection class IP44.
2. Leave at least 50 cm (19.67 inches) of free space above and 100 cm ( 9. 7 inches)
below the inverter when installed outdoors. Allow 20 cm (7.87 inches) between
inverters when installing multiple inverters for better ventilation (see figure 2.1.1).
. Mount the inverter on a wall that shall be strong enough to sustain the inverter
with 2 kg (70.5 lb) weight.
4. Avoid mounting the inverter on a location directly exposed to sunlight to maintain
the ambient temperature of the inverter within -25°C and 65°C (-1 °F and 149°F).
Humidity shall be within 0% and 95%.
5. Keep DC wiring as short as possible to minimize power loss.
6. The mounting bracket should be fastened on a concrete or a masonry wall with
the accessory anchors.
WARNING!
Do not expose the inverter to the corrosive liquids and/or gases.
WARNING!
Not to operate the inverter where it exposes to flammable, explosive
environment or around combustibles like trash or unknown materials
that may result in danger. Some parts of the cooling surface can reach
temperatures over 70°C (158°F).
Fig. 2.1.1 Clearances required for SE inverter installation

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2.2 Mounting
The steps listed below describe how to mount the inverter on the wall:
1. After removing the inverter from the carton, the attached mounting bracket must be removed by sliding the bracket down and away from
the inverter as shown in the figure 2.2.1 below.
Fig. 2.2.1 Removal of t e mounting bracket from t e inverter

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2. Use the mounting bracket (figure 2.2.2) as a template to mark the location of the holes to be drilled in the wall. After drilling the holes, the
mounting bracket is then held against the wall and fastened to the wall with anchors as shown in the figure 2.2. . (A minimum of three ( )
screws is required)
Fig. 2.2.2 Inverter mounting bracket Fig. 2.2.3 Fasten t e mounting bracket
(7)/(2.76)
(12)/(4.72)
(19)/(7.48)
unit:cm/inch
(40.5)/(15.94)
(52.5)/(20.67)
(4.4)/(1.7 )
(7)/(2.76)
(12.5)/(4.92)
(18)/(7.08)
(25)/(9.84)
(60)/(2 .62)
unit:cm/inch
( 0)/(11.81)
(100)/( 9. 7)
~(170)/(66.9 )
( 0)/(11.81)
The height of the anchor head <8mm(0. 14 in)

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Fig. 2.2.4 Hook t e Inverter on t e mounting bracket and t en fasten t e screw
. Once the mounting bracket is attached to the wall, the inverter can be located and fastened to the mounting bracket. Slide the inverter over
the mounting bracket flanges and down carefully to lock it in place. Attach the screw through the hole as shown in figure 2.2.4 below, used to
fasten both inverter and the wiring box together to the mounting bracket.
After the inverter is hung correctly on the bracket and secured with the screw, it is then possible to complete wiring for the inverter.

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2.3 Wiring the inverter
The SE inverter is provided with four (4) (three ( ) for SE 2.8i) independent PV strings to be connected in parallel in the wiring box. The wiring
box of the SE inverter offers options in DC cable connection, type DM, DS and S as shown in the figure 2. .1. DM type wiring box has DC/AC
disconnect switch and MC4 connectors built on the box. DS type wiring box has DC/AC disconnect switch built on, but there is no MC4 connectors
for the DC wirings. S type wiring box has neither DC/AC disconnect switch nor MC4 DC connectors built on. Both DS and S types of wiring boxes
have only screw terminals and cable glands for the DC wirings with the wire size in the range of #10 AWG and #6 AWG.
It is necessary to remove the cover of the wiring box before wiring the inverter. If there is a DC/AC disconnect switch built on the wiring box,
then the DC/AC disconnect switch shall be turned to the OFF position first as shown in figure 2. .2. And then remove the screws, two on each
side of the cover; remove the cover of the wiring box as shown in the figure 2. . below.
Fig 2.3.1 Wiring box type

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Fig 2.3.2 Turn t e DC/AC disconnect switc OFF Fig 2.3.3 Remove t e cover of t e wiring box

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In order to prevent from water, dust or any other unwanted foreign body, must stuff up all those unused cable glands (or MC4 connectors)
with sealing pins (or MC4 sealing plugs), parts of accessories, when the wiring work is almost completed. See figure 2. .4.
Fig 2.3.4 Sealing pins (plugs)
Sealing Plug
Sealing Pin

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The following three sections describe the wiring for the AC, DC, and communication ports. The wiring shall be done in the wiring box for the
SE 2.8i, SE .8i, SE 4i, and SE 5i. There is one (1) AC terminal block, a pair of DC terminal blocks and two (2) RJ-45 connectors in the wiring
box as shown in the figure 2. .5. The AC terminal block is used to connect to the utility grid through a circuit breaker and distribution panel
according to national and local requirements. The DC terminal blocks are used to connect up to 4 PV strings in parallel in the wiring box. The
RJ-45 connectors are used for external communication to a remote computer or terminal.
Fig 2.3.5 Wiring box front view
WARNING!
All electrical work shall be implemented in accordance the relevant electrical installations
stipulated by local distribution network operator (DNO) and follow the important safety
instructions in this manual.
WARNING!
Under the DNOs inspection authority a dedicated circuit breaker must be installed at the
connection to the AC mains.
WARNING!
Make sure the suitable connecting cables are used for both the AC and DC wirings. The
cable must be taken into consideration for its ampacity and weatherproof like temperature
fluctuation and UV radiation, etc. Use #10 AWG to #6 AWG, 90°C (194°F) copper wire for
all AC and DC wiring connections to the SE inverter.
WARNING!
PV arrays will be energized when exposed to light. Cover the arrays with opaque (dark)
material during installation and wiring.