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SUNNY BOY 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL /
6000TL
SB30-60TL-21-SG-en-11 | Version 1.1
AMERICAN ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Service Manual SUNNY BOY 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL / 6000TL SB30-60TL-21-SG-en-11 | Version 1.1 AMERICAN ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 The information contained in these documents is property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any publication, whether in whole or in part, requires prior written approval by SMA Solar Technology AG. Internal reproduction used solely for the purpose of product evaluation or other proper use is allowed and does not require prior approval.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document ..........Validity ....................4 Target Group..................4 Symbols ....................4 Nomenclature..................5 Safety..................Safety Information................6 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources ......7 Cleaning the Inverter..............

  • Page 4: Information On This Document

    Read and observe all documents supplied with the product. This document is valid for the following device types: • SB 3000TL-21 (Sunny Boy 3000TL) • SB 3600TL-21 (Sunny Boy 3600TL) • SB 4000TL-21 (Sunny Boy 4000TL) •...

  • Page 5: Nomenclature

    SMA Solar Technology AG 1 Information on this Document Symbol Explanation Desired result A problem that might occur Nomenclature Complete designation Designation in this document Sunny Boy Inverter, product Electronic Solar Switch SMA BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology BLUETOOTH Service Manual SB30-60TL-21-SG-en-11...

  • Page 6: Safety

    2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Safety 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.

  • Page 7: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Prior to performing any work on the inverter, always disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this section. Always adhere to the prescribed sequence. Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage •...
  • Page 8 2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge The internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge. • Ground yourself before touching any component. SB30-60TL-21-SG-en-11 Service Manual...

  • Page 9: Cleaning The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Cleaning the Inverter Cleaning the Inverter 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.

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    If an error occurs, the error message and the correspond- ing event number will be shown in the display. The error must be rectified by a qualified person (for troubleshoot- ing, see the service manual at www.SMA-Solar.com). Blue LED glowing BLUETOOTH communication is activated.

  • Page 11: Error Messages

    SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Troubleshooting Display message Cause Upd. language table The inverter is updating the corresponding component. Update completed The inverter has successfully completed the update. Grid param. unchanged The parameters are locked and you cannot change them.
  • Page 12 4 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Event number Display message, cause and corrective measures Grid fault The ten-minute average value of the grid voltage is no longer within the per- missible range. The grid voltage or grid impedance at the connection point is too high.
  • Page 13 SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Troubleshooting Event number Display message, cause and corrective measures Frq. not permitted > Check parameter The power frequency is not within the permissible range. The inverter has dis- connected from the utility grid. Corrective measures: •...
  • Page 14 4 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Event number Display message, cause and corrective measures 3301 to 3303 Unstable operation The ten-minute average value of the grid voltage is no longer within the per- missible range. The grid voltage or grid impedance at the connection point is too high.
  • Page 15 SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Troubleshooting Event number Display message, cause and corrective measures 3501 Insulation failure > Check generator The inverter has detected a ground fault in the PV array. Corrective measures: • Check the PV system for ground faults (see Section 5, page 19).
  • Page 16 It was not possible to set the parameter via the SD memory card. The inverter continues feeding power into the grid. Corrective measures: • Check the parameters for valid values. • Ensure change rights via SMA Grid Guard code. 7106 Update file defect. Update file on the SD memory card is faulty.
  • Page 17 SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Troubleshooting Event number Display message, cause and corrective measures 7201 to 7202 Data stor. not poss.. Internal error. The inverter continues to feed into the utility grid. Corrective measures: • Contact the Service (see Section 11, page 30).
  • Page 18 The cause must be determined by the Service. Corrective measures: • Contact the Service (see Section 11, page 30). 9002 Inst. code invalid The SMA Grid Guard code entered is incorrect. The operating parameters are still protected and cannot be changed. Corrective measures: • Enter the correct SMA Grid Guard code. 9003 Grid param.

  • Page 19: Checking The Pv System For Ground Faults

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Checking the PV System for Ground Faults Checking the PV System for Ground Faults If the inverter displays the event numbers 3501, 3601 or 3701, there could be a ground fault. The electrical insulation from the PV system to ground is defective or insufficient.
  • Page 20 5 Checking the PV System for Ground Faults SMA Solar Technology AG Example: Location of the ground fault The example shows a ground fault between the second and third PV module. 3. If a definite ground fault cannot be measured and the message is still displayed, measure the insulation resistance.
  • Page 21 40 MOhm and for polycrystalline and monocrystalline PV modules approximately 50 MOhm per PV module (for further information on calculating the insulation resistance see the Technical Information "Insulation Resistance (Riso) of Non-Galvanically Isolated PV Systems" at www.SMA-Solar.com). Required devices: ☐ Suitable device for safe disconnection and short-circuiting ☐...

  • Page 22: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    6 Checking the Function of the Varistors SMA Solar Technology AG Checking the Function of the Varistors Figure 2: Varistors inside the inverter Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage If varistors are missing, the inverter is no longer protected against overvoltage.
  • Page 23 Hold the varistor with the labeling pointing forward. If there is no conductive connection, the varistor is defective. SMA Solar Technology AG recommends replacing all varistors immediately. • Order new varistors and insertion tools fromSMA Solar Technology AG.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Varistors

    Replacing the Varistors Proceed as follows to replace each varistor. Procedure: Danger to life due to high voltages • Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources (see Section 2.2, page 7). 2. Loosen the screws on the upper enclosure lid using an Allen key (AF 4) and remove the enclosure lid.

  • Page 25: Recommissioning The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Recommissioning the Inverter Recommissioning the Inverter If you have disconnected the inverter from all voltage sources (e.g. for configuration purposes) and want to recommission it, proceed as follows. Requirements: ☐ The circuit breaker must be correctly rated.
  • Page 26 8 Recommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG • Check the metal mounting tabs inside the ESS for discoloration or damage. If the metal mounting tabs show brown discoloration or are damaged, order a new ESS from SMA Solar Technology AG and have the ESS replaced.

  • Page 27: Decommissioning The Inverter

    AC cable. 3. Press down the locking levers of the connecting terminal plate for the AC cable. 4. If the multi-function relay or the SMA Power Control Module are used, remove the connection cable from the inverter.
  • Page 28 9 Decommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 10. If the inverter is protected against theft, open the padlock and remove it. 11. Remove the inverter by lifting it vertically up and off the wall mounting bracket. 12. If the inverter is to be stored or shipped in packaging, pack the inverter and, if applicable, the ESS.

  • Page 29: 10 Spare Parts

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Spare Parts 10 Spare Parts You will find the spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, these can be ordered from SMA Solar Technology AG or your distributor. Designation Brief description SMA order number Electronic Solar Switch...

  • Page 30: 11 Contact

    11 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Contact If you have technical problems with our products, contact the SMA Service Line. We need the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter device type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 31 Onduleurs : +33 472 09 04 40 Communication : +33 472 09 04 41 Hybrid Energy Solutions Sunny Island : +33 472 09 04 42 Power Plant Solutions Sunny Central : +33 472 09 04 43 India SMA Solar India Pvt. Ltd. +91 22 61713888 Mumbai Italia SMA Italia S.r.l. +39 02 8934-7299 Milano Κύπρος/Kıbrıs Βλέπε Ελλάδα/ Bkz. Ελλάδα (Yunanistan)
  • Page 32 SMA Solar Technology AG SMA Solar (Thailand) Co., Ltd. +66 2 670 6999 대한민국 SMA Technology Korea Co., Ltd. +82-2-520-2666 서울 +971 2 234-6177 SMA Middle East LLC Middle East LLC Other countries International SMA Service Line Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE (+800 762 7378423) Niestetal SB30-60TL-21-SG-en-11 Service Manual...
  • Page 34 SMA Solar Technology www.SMA-Solar.com...

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