SMA 15000TL User manual

OperatingManual
SUNNYTRIPOWER15000TL/ 17000TL
STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 | Version 1.0 AMERICAN ENGLISH

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Table of Contents
1 Information on this Document ................................................. 5
1.1 Validity................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Target Group...................................................................................... 5
1.3 Additional Information....................................................................... 5
1.4 Symbols .............................................................................................. 6
1.5 Nomenclature..................................................................................... 6
2 Safety......................................................................................... 7
2.1 Intended Use ...................................................................................... 7
2.2 Safety Information.............................................................................. 7
3 Scope of Delivery...................................................................... 9
4 Product Description................................................................... 11
4.1 Sunny Tripower .................................................................................. 11
4.2 Interfaces and Functions .................................................................... 14
5 Mounting ................................................................................... 17
5.1 Requirements for Mounting ............................................................... 17
5.2 Mounting the Inverter......................................................................... 19
6 Electrical Connection................................................................. 23
6.1 Safety during Electrical Connection.................................................. 23
6.2 Overview of the Connection Area .................................................... 24
6.2.1 View from Below............................................................................ 24
6.2.2 Interior View ................................................................................... 25
6.3 AC Connection................................................................................... 25
6.3.1 Requirements for the AC Connection............................................ 25
6.3.2 Connecting the Inverter to the Utility Grid.................................... 27
6.3.3 Connecting Additional Grounding ............................................... 28
6.4 DC Connection................................................................................... 29
6.4.1 Requirements for the DC Connection............................................ 29
6.4.2 Connecting the PV Array............................................................... 30
7 Commissioning.......................................................................... 34
7.1 Commissioning Procedure ................................................................. 34
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7.2 Configuring the Country Data Set..................................................... 34
7.3 Setting the NetID................................................................................ 35
7.4 Commissioning the Inverter................................................................ 37
8 Configuration ............................................................................ 39
8.1 Configuration Procedure.................................................................... 39
8.2 Changing the Display Language ...................................................... 39
8.3 Changing Operating Parameters...................................................... 40
8.4 Activating String-Failure Detection .................................................... 41
8.5 Setting the Active Power Limitation in case of PV System Control
Failure ................................................................................................. 41
8.6 Reducing the Attenuation of Ripple Control Signals........................ 42
8.7 Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ................................................. 42
9 Operation.................................................................................. 44
9.1 LED Signals......................................................................................... 44
9.2 Display Overview............................................................................... 45
9.3 Activating and Operating the Display.............................................. 47
9.4 Calling Up Display Messages of the Start-Up Phase ...................... 47
10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources.................. 48
11 Technical Data........................................................................... 50
12 Accessories ................................................................................ 55
13 Contact....................................................................................... 56
14 EC Declaration of Conformity .................................................. 59
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1 Information on this Document
1.1 Validity
This document is valid for the following device types:
• STP 15000TL-10 (Sunny Tripower 15000TL)
• STP 17000TL-10 (Sunny Tripower 17000TL)
1.2 Target Group
This document is intended for qualified persons and end users. Only qualified persons are allowed
to perform the activities marked in this document with a warning symbol and the caption
"Qualifiedperson". Tasks that do not require any particular qualification are not marked and can
also be performed by end users. Qualified persons must have the following skills:
• Knowledge of how an inverter works and is operated
• Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using
electrical devices and installations
• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and installations
• Knowledge of the applicable standards and directives
• Knowledge of and compliance with this document and all safety information
1.3 Additional Information
Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com:
Document title and content Document type
Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Replacement of
Varistors and Decommissioning
Service Manual
"Overview of the Rotary Switch Settings"
Overview of the rotary switch settings for config-
uring the country data set and display language
Technical Information
"Efficiency and Derating"
Efficiency and Derating Behavior of the Sun-
nyBoy, SunnyTripower and SunnyMiniCentral
Inverters
Technical Information
"Criteria for Selecting a Residual-Current Device" Technical Information
"Circuit Breaker"
Dimensioning and Selection of a Suitable AC
Circuit Breaker for Inverters under PV-Specific In-
fluences
Technical Information
"Insulation Resistance (Riso) of Non-Galvanically
Isolated PV Systems"
Technical Information
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Document title and content Document type
"IntegratedPlantControl and QonDe-
mand24/7"
Detailed explanation of functions and descrip-
tion for setting the functions
Technical Information
"Webconnect Systems in SunnyPortal"
Registration in SunnyPortal
User Manual
"Firmware Update with SD Card" Technical Description
"Parameter list"
Overview of All Inverter Operating Parameters
and Their Configuration Options
Technical Information
1.4 Symbols
Symbol Explanation
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in death or serious injury
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can re-
sult in property damage
Sections describing activities to be performed by
qualified persons only
Information that is important for a specific topic or
goal, but is not safety-relevant
Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal
Desired result
A problem that might occur
1.5 Nomenclature
Complete designation Designation in this document
SunnyTripower Inverter, product
ElectronicSolarSwitch ESS
SMA BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology BLUETOOTH
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The SunnyTripower is a transformerless PV inverter with two MPP trackers which converts the direct
current of the PV array to grid-compliant three-phase current and feeds it into the utility grid.
The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The product must only be operated with PV arrays of protection class II in accordance with
IEC61730, application class A. The PV modules must be compatible with this product.
PV modules with a high capacity to ground must only be used if their coupling capacity does not
exceed 2.55 μF (for information on how to calculate the coupling capacity, see the Technical
Information "Leading Leakage Currents" at www.SMA-Solar.com).
All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges at all times.
The product must only be used in countries for which it is approved or released by
SMASolarTechnologyAG and the grid operator.
Use this product only in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation
and with the locally applicable standards and directives. Any other application may cause
personal injury or property damage.
Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written
permission of SMASolarTechnologyAG. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and
warranty claims and usually void the operation permit. SMASolarTechnologyAG shall not be
held liable for any damage caused by such changes.
Any use of the product other than that described in the Intended Use section does not qualify as
appropriate.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. Keep the documentation in a
convenient place for future reference and observe all instructions contained therein.
The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.
2.2 Safety Information
This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with
the product.
To prevent personal injury and property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the product,
read this section carefully and observe all safety information at all times.
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Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array
When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the
DC conductors and the live components of the inverter. Touching the DC conductors or the live
components can lead to lethal electric shocks. If you disconnect the DC connectors from the
inverter under load, an electric arc may occur leading to electric shock and burns.
• Do not touch uninsulated cable ends.
• Do not touch the DC conductors.
• Do not touch any live components of the inverter.
• Have the inverter mounted, installed and commissioned only by qualified persons with the
appropriate skills.
• If an error occurs, have it rectified by qualified persons only.
• Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect it from all voltage sources as
described in this document (see Section10 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage
Sources", page48).
Danger to life due to electric shock
Touching an ungrounded PV module or array frame can cause a fatal electric shock.
• Connect and ground the PV modules, array frame and electrically conductive surfaces so
that there is continuous conduction. Observe the applicable local regulations.
Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts
Some parts of the enclosure can get hot during operation.
• Do not touch any parts other than the lower enclosure lid of the inverter during operation.
Damage to the seal of the enclosure lids in subfreezing conditions
If you open the upper and lower enclosure lids in subfreezing conditions, the seals on the
enclosure lids can be damaged. This can lead to moisture entering the inverter.
• Do not open the inverter at ambient temperatures lower than -5°C.
• If a layer of ice has formed on the seal of the lid in subfreezing conditions, remove it prior to
opening the enclosure lids of the inverter (e.g. by melting the ice with warm air). Observe the
applicable safety regulations.
Damage to the display or the type label due to the use of cleaning agents
• If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure, the enclosure lid, the type label, the display and
the LEDs with a damp cloth only.
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3 Scope of Delivery
Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your
distributor if the scope of delivery is incomplete or damaged.
Figure 1: Components included in the scope of delivery
Position Quantity Designation
A 1 Inverter
B 1 ElectronicSolarSwitch (ESS)
C 1 Rear panel
D 1 Operating manual, document set with declarations and
certificates, supplementary sheet with default settings, in-
stallation manual of the DC connectors
E 12 Negative DC connector
F 12 Positive DC connector
G 12 Sealing plug
H 1 Eye bolt M8
I 2 Cylindrical screw M5x10
K 1 AC cable gland
L 1 Counter nut
M 1 Clamping bracket
N 1 Cylindrical screw M6x16
O 1 Conical spring washer M6
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Position Quantity Designation
P 2 Cylindrical screw M5x20*
Q 2 Conical spring washer M5*
* Spare part for the enclosure lid
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