Sunways PT 33k User manual

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User Manual
Sunways Solar Inverter
PT 30k, PT 33k
Indoor / Outdoor
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Sunways AG
Photovoltaic Technology
Macairestraße 3 - 5
78467 Konstanz, Germany
Phone: [phone]
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EMail: [email protected]
Internet: www.sunways.de
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reserve the right to make technical changes which serve to improve the unit or increase the safety standard, wi-
thout prior notice.
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Introduction
PT 30k to PT 33k 3
Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Sunways Solar Inverter from PT series! You now have
an innovative, high-quality product with unique features and consistently high
efficiency.
This Solar Inverter is equipped with HERIC®topology and innovative PT circuitry
and enables operation on a large number of solar modules – as accustomed
from Sunways – without the use of a transformer.
This user manual contains instructions for using the PT series. It will help you fa-
miliarise yourself with the functionality of the unit. Information is provided on
safety, installation, commissioning, operation and system monitoring.
Please follow the safety instructions carefully to enhance health and safety at
the operating site of the unit.
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Introduction
4PT 30k to PT 33k
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 Functional description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 Integration into solar system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.4 Module description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.5 Delivery scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2 Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1 General safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Explanation of symbols and warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.3 Basic safety measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.4 Safety concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Mechanical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.2 Electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.3 Installing the communication equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.1 Connecting and disconnecting the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.2 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.2 System monitoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
6.3 Sunways Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
7 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.1 Servicing schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.2 Maintenance interval. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.3 Maintenance tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
A Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
A.1 Installation methods and cable cross-sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
A.2 General liability disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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Product description
PT 30k to PT 33k 7
1 Product description
1.1 Intended use
The Solar Inverter from PT series is the link between your solar generator and
the public power grid. The energy from the connected solar generator is con-
verted to grid-compliant AC current and fed into the grid.
Solar modules which require earthing of the negative or positive terminal can-
not be operated with the Solar Inverter PT 30k to PT 33k. If in doubt, always ask
your module manufacturer about a release!
1.2 Functional description
Conversion from direct to al-
ternating current
The Solar Inverter PT 30k to PT 33k converts the direct current produced by the
solar generator into alternating current. The alternating current is then fed into
the public power grid as a three-phase current.
Operating and display ele-
ments
Various interfaces are available for system configuration and monitoring:
Control panel (LCD display and keyboard) for displaying operating and status
values or for inputting system parameters
Operating LED
Integrated web server for display and configuration via a web browser
Interfaces Bus interface for connecting a Sunways modem, an analog modem, an ISDN
modem or a GSM/GPRS modem
Ethernet interface for connecting a PC or for integration in existing networks
RS485 interface for communication with external data loggers
CAN bus interface for interconnecting several Solar Inverter
S0 pulse output for controlling large displays
Activation of large display in web browser
Alarm relay for realising simple monitoring locally
Interface for connecting an irradiance and temperature sensor
Data logging The Solar Inverter PT 30k to PT 33k offers internal data logging for recording
and saving system data:
5-minute mean values of voltages, currents, output, temperature and irradi-
ance (if sensor is installed)
5-minute, daily, monthly and annual energy yield values
Memory for malfunction messages
Grid monitoring The Solar Inverter PT 30k to PT 33k assumes the task of grid monitoring for the
protection of the unit and persons. In case of abnormal grid conditions, feeding
is immediately interrupted and the inverter disconnects from the grid by trigge-
ring the grid relay.
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Design PT 30k to PT 33k The basic configuration is shown in the block diagram.
The solar generator voltage connected to the inverter input is initially adapted
by the DC actuator and then converted to alternating current by the high-effici-
ency HERIC®inverter. The AC connection is made with 5 wires due to the 3-pha-
se feed and passive grid monitoring.
1.3 Integration into solar system
Solar generator configuration The technical data of the selected solar generator must match the PT 30k to PT
33k specification (see Technical Data). Incorrect dimensioning can lead to reduc-
tions in the yield and to destruction of the unit.
The Sundim design program from Sunways can be used for this purpose. Sun-
ways Sundim can be found on the enclosed CD-ROM or on our website at http:/
/www.sunways.eu/de/.
Be sure to take the following points into account before planning your system:
Watch the celestial alignment of the modules. In Central Europe a maximum
yield is achieved with a module tilt of 30to the horizontal and direct south
orientation of the solar generator
field.
The cell output decreases as the module temperature increases. Install your
solar generator with sufficient ventilation at the rear.
Check your solar generator approx. every three years for soiling. This occurs
especially on the lower edge of the modules and forms a haze that cannot
be washed off even by heavy rain. Yield reduction can be prevented by
cleaning the modules with a wet cloth or a brush.
Avoid shading of individual modules or solar cells in your system. This can
lead to major reductions in yield.
Please note the maintenance intervals of the inverter. See servicing schedule
on enclosed product CD.
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L1
L2
L3
PE
N
L1 L2 L3 PE N
–
+
DC+
DC–
Control and monitoring
DC actuator HERIC®inverter
Solar generator
Network
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Product description
PT 30k to PT 33k 9
Standard components of a so-
lar system
Depending on the recommendations of your PV planning expert, your PV sys-
tem consists of the following components:
1 Solar generator
2 Generator connection box (string
box)
3 Solar Inverter with integrated DC
load break switch
4 Mains fuse, AFI type B and energy
meter
Options
5 Irradiance sensor with integrated
temperature sensor
6 PC for monitoring system
7 Large display
15
6
4
7
DC
AC
2
3
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1.4 Module description
Diagram: IP 42 and IP 54 variants
1 Control panel with LCD display,
operating LED and console
2 Fan guard + filter cartridge
3 Communication interfaces
4 AC connection
5 AC overvoltage protection Cat. II
6 DC overvoltage protection Cat. II
(optional)
7 DC load break switch
8 DC connection
L3 L2 L1 N P E
1
600 478
2
900100
35746 8
2
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PT 30k to PT 33k 11
Diagram: IP 55/Outdoor variant
1 Mounting rail
2 AC overvoltage protection
3 AC connection L3, L2, L1
4 AC connection N
5 AC connection PE
6 DC load break switch
7 Solar generator Minus
8 Solar generator Plus
9 DC overvoltage protection Cat. II
1.5 Delivery scope
The delivery consists of:
Solar Inverter of the PT series
CAN terminating resistor connector (connected)
Ethernet cable, 3 m (CAT 5e, 1:1)
Control cabinet key
Warranty card
Installation Instructions - SETUP
1360
670 540
480
660
600
1 34529
76 8
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CD-ROM, including Sunways Sundim design program, product and service in-
formation
Checking delivery Before shipment our products are checked for proper condition. Despite care-
ful, recyclable packing, transport damage may occur, for which the transport
company is generally responsible.
Please check the Solar Inverter thoroughly on delivery.
Should you discover damage to the packing or the Solar Inverter, please inform
the transport company immediately. Your specialist dealer will be happy to pro-
vide assistance if required. Any damage report must be received by the trans-
port company in writing no later than seven days after receipt of the goods.
Note regarding delivery A "shock watch" is located on the outer packaging and on the inside of the in-
verter.
Removal of the shock indicator inside the unit is prohibited and immediately vo-
ids the guarantee!
Diagram: Shock watch - left: not triggered! Right: triggered!
If the shock watch has been triggered on delivery, please note this on the deli-
very documentation before you take the unit from the forwarding agent (ex-
ample: "Shock watch was triggered on delivery") and report the triggered
shock watch with identification number and Solar Inverter serial number imme-
diately to the technical hotline.
DANGER
Never put the unit into operation as it could be functionally damaged.
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Safety precautions
PT 30k to PT 33k 13
2 Safety precautions
2.1 General safety precautions
Follow the instructions in the
operating manual.
Safe handling and trouble-free operation of the PT 30k to PT 33k inverter requi-
res knowledge of the basic safety precautions.
This user manual contains the most important information for operating the
system safely.
Each person concerned with the installation, commissioning, maintenance and
operation of the inverter must have read and understood the entire user manu-
al and, in particular, the chapter entitled Safety Precautions.
In addition, the rules and regulations for accident prevention applicable for the
operating site/plant must be observed.
Risks associated with handling
the Solar Inverter PT 30k to PT
33k
The Solar Inverter has been built in accordance with the state of the art and the
recognised safety rules and may only be used
for its intended purpose and
in a safe condition.
Improper use may lead to dangers to the life and limb of the user or others, or
can adversely affect the system or other property.
In case of malfunctions which can impair safety, the system must be shut down
immediately and secured against being switched on again. The malfunction
must then be eliminated immediately.
Warranty and liability The Sunways General Terms and Conditions of Sale and Delivery always apply.
Warranty and liability claims for personal injury or damage to property are ex-
cluded if they were caused by one or more of the following:
Improper use of the inverter
Improper installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance
Operation of the inverter with defective and/or non-operational safety and
protective equipment
Failure to observe the information in the user manual regarding installation,
commissioning, operation and maintenance
Unauthorised modifications
Inadequate monitoring of wearing parts
Improper repairs
Emergencies caused by external influence or force majeure
Defective shock indicator
Faulty operation over a time period of at least one week
Operation in an unsuitable environment (see classification of air quality)
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2.2 Explanation of symbols and warnings
The following warnings and symbols are used to help you quickly understand
this manual and safely use the Solar Inverter.
Warnings used in this user ma-
nual
DANGER
This symbol indicates an immediate danger which will result in death, injury or
serious damage if the applicable safety regulations are not followed.
DANGER
Extreme danger from electric shock!
This symbol indicates an immediate danger from electric shock which will result
in death, injury or serious damage if the applicable safety regulations are not
followed.
CAUTION
CAUTION
This symbol indicates an immediate danger which can result in damage if the
applicable safety regulations are not followed.
Symbols used in this user ma-
nual
NOTE
Information
This symbol indicates important information which contributes to a better un-
derstanding of the inverter.
Warnings and symbols on unit The following warnings on the inverter housing indicate hazards. Always obser-
ve the warnings exactly.
This symbol indicates that the user manual must be read and understood before
putting the unit into operation.
Hot surface! The housing can heat up during operation.
Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply and the PV generator before
opening the cover. The unit still carries life-threatening voltage for approx. five
minutes internally and at the connection terminals of the PV generator fol-
lowing disconnection from the PV generator. The energy storage capacitors are
not completely discharged until after this time. You must wait at least five mi-
nutes after disconnecting the unit from the mains supply and from the PV ge-
nerator before opening the unit.
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WARNING
High leakage currents. Be sure to make an earthing connection before connec-
ting the power supply circuit (AC system).
2.3 Basic safety measures
All electrical work on the Solar Inverter must be carried out by a qualified elec-
trician while observing the VDE regulations, national and other regulations.
The protective screen and rear wall may only be removed and maintenance may
only be carried out by persons who are authorised by Sunways.
When circuit breakers are tripped, the cause of the fault must be determined
and eliminated before recommissioning the unit.
Check electrical equipment regularly.
Retighten any loose connections.
Replace damaged lines/cables immediately.
2.4 Safety concept
The following parameters are monitored and displayed continuously and simul-
taneously by the inverter controller:
DC overvoltage
Overvoltage L1, L2, L3
Undervoltage L1, L2, L3
Stand-alone operation
Overfrequency L1, L2, L3
Underfrequency L1, L2, L3
Surge error (brief overvoltage L1, L2, L3)
DC share in AC current L1, L2, L3
AFI residual current increase > 30 mA
AFI residual current > 300 mA
Overtemperature of heat sink, interior, chokes
When a malfunction occurs, feeding is immediately interrupted and the Solar
Inverter disconnects from the grid by triggering the mains contactor.
The potential-free alarm relay switches (except for grid undervoltage L1).
The following protective equipment is also provided:
Warning! High leakage current,
earth connection essential before
connecting supply.
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Grid-side varistors (class III)
These protect the power semiconductors in case of high-energy, short-term
voltage peaks in the grid and dissipate the energy in the choke in case of a
grid disconnection.
Grid-side overvoltage protection (class III)
Protection against atmospheric overvoltages (e.g. caused by remote strikes
during thunderstorms).
Optional grid-side overvoltage protection (class II)
Protection against atmospheric overvoltages (e.g. caused by remote strikes
during thunderstorms).
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Technical data
PT 30k to PT 33k 17
3 Technical data
Model PT 30k PT 33k
Article no. with/without DC overvoltage
protection
with/without DC overvoltage
protection
IP 42 (pre-configured for Germany) SI330P11B / SI330P21B SI333P11B / SI333P21B
IP 54 (pre-configured for Germany) SI330P31B / SI330P41B SI333P31B / SI333P41B
IP 55/ Outdoor (EU device) SI330P20B / SI330P40B SI333P20B / SI333P40B
DC input
Rated DC output 31000 W 34500 W
Maximum DC current 75.0 A
Nominal DC voltage 700 V
MPP voltage range 420 V to 800 V 460 V to 800 V
Maximum DC voltage 1000 V
DC connection 2 terminal blocks 16-35 mm(outdoor: 16-70 mm)
Number of MPP trackers 1
Overvoltage category II (according to DIN VDE 0110 Part1)
Lightning protection level SPD Typ 2 (class 2, VDE 0185-305-4) in variant with DC-OVP
AC output
Rated AC output 30000 W 33333 W
Maximum AC output 30000 W 33333 W
Rated AC current 43.5 A per phase 48.3 A per phase
Maximum AC current 50.0 A per phase 53.0 A per phase
Nominal frequency 50 Hz
Frequency range 47.5 - 51.5 Hz (according to DIN VDE 0126-1-1/A1)
Grid voltage 400 V
AC voltage range -20% to +15% (according to DIN VDE 0126-1-1)
Distortion factor < 4%
Power factor (Cos Phi) 1 or configurable between -0.9 and +0.9
Grid voltage monitoring Three-phase (according to DIN VDE 0126-1-1)
Earth fault protection AFI (AC/DC sensitive) according to DIN VDE 0126-1-1
Insulation, frequency and DC current mo-
nitoring
Integrated according to DIN VDE 0126-1-1
Required phases for grid connection 3 (L1, L2, L3, N, PE)
AC connection 5 terminal blocks 16 to 25 mm(IP 55/outdoor: 16 to 70 mm)
AC overvoltage category III (according to DIN VDE 0110 Part1)
Lightning protection level SPD Typ 2+3 (class 2+3, VDE 0185-305-4)
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Technical data
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Performance data
Stand-by consumption < 4 W
Night-time consumption < 0.1 W
Maximum efficiency 98.0 % 98.0 %
Max. European efficiency 97.6 % 97.6 %
MPP efficiency (static) 99.9 % 99.9 %
Circuit type HERIC®topology, three-phase, transformerless
Other features
DC switch according to IEC 60947-1/3 Integrated
DC overvoltage protection Depending on variant
Grid-connection fuse layout 3 x 63 A (16 mm) / AFI type B
Data interfaces Ethernet, CAN, potential-free signalling relay, S0, modem, RS485
Sensor interfaces Irradiance, temperature
Display LCD dot matrix, backlit, 128 x 64 pixels
System monitoring Automatic alarms via e-mail, Sunways browser, Sunways portal
Power supply unit protected on PCB T2A/250 V
IP rating according to IEC 60529 IP 42 / IP 54 (outdoor: IP 55)
Max. relative humidity 95% / non-condensing
Air quality according to EN 60721-3-4 for mechanical active substances: 3S1-IP 42, 3S2-IP55/Outdoor
for chemical active substances: 4C1-IP42, 4C1-IP55/Outdoor
Climate class 4K4H (in accordance with EN 60721--4)
Maximum height above sea level 1000 m
Cooling Forced cooling by fan (fresh air supplied: approx. 350 m3/ hour)
Ambient temperature -20C to 40°C (to 50°C with derating)
Stiffening plates on the sides for installations in direct sunligt (optionally available,
Art.Nr.SE104M10A)
Overload characteristics Operating point offset
Dimensions (height x width x depth) 100 x 60 x 48 cm (outdoor: 136 x 67 x 54 cm)
Weight approx. 155 kg (outdoor: approx. 170 kg)
Installation type Standing installation
Noise level Approx. 70 dBA (outdoor: approx. 76 dBA)
Standard warranty (option) 5 years (with service contract: up to 20 years)
Certificates CE, DIN VDE 0126-1-1/A1, RD 1663/2000, RD 661/2007, CEI 11-20
v.1, Sezione F Guida Enel, BDEW Medium Voltage Directive and
February 2011 addendum, TR 3 (REV. 21) and TR 8 (Rev. 4)
Model PT 30k PT 33k
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