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SMA Sunny Boy 3000TL Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 PV Inverters SUNNY BOY 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL Installation Manual SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-21 | IMEN-SBXTL-21 | Version 2.1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.9 Operating parameters ........21 3.10 SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ....... 22 3.11 Grid Management.
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting......... . . 25 5.1 Safety.
  • Page 5 8.1 Changing the Plant Time and Plant Password ....62 8.2 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ... . . 62 9 Opening and Closing.
  • Page 6 14.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL ........

  • Page 7: Information On This Manual

    This manual is intended for skilled persons. Only qualified personnel with the appropriate skills are allowed to perform the tasks set forth in this manual (see Section 2.2 "Qualification of Skilled Persons", page 10). 1.3 Additional Information Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com: Document title Document type Miniature Circuit-Breaker...

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    This symbol indicates the result of an action. Nomenclature The following nomenclature is used in this manual: Complete designation Short form in this manual Sunny Boy 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL Inverter, product Electronic Solar Switch ® SMA Bluetooth...

  • Page 9: Safety

    Alternative uses, modifications to the Sunny Boy or the installation of component parts not expressly recommended or sold by SMA Solar Technology AG are not permitted. Persons with limited physical or mental abilities may only work on the Sunny Boy after due instruction and under constant supervision.

  • Page 10: Qualification Of Skilled Persons

    2  Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Only use the Sunny Boy in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation. Any other use may result in personal injury or property damage. • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials.
  • Page 11 Comply with local regulations for the earthing of the modules and the PV array. SMA Solar Technology AG recommends connecting the array frame and other electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction, and earthing them in order to ensure maximum protection for property and persons.

  • Page 12: Product Description

    3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Product Description 3.1 Sunny Boy The Sunny Boy is a PV inverter, which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid-compliant alternating current and feeds it into the electricity grid.

  • Page 13: Symbols On The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description 3.2 Symbols on the Inverter Symbol Description Explanation Inverter This symbol defines the function of the green LED. It indicates the operating state of the inverter. Observe the This symbol defines the function of the red LED.

  • Page 14: Type Label

    • Device-specific characteristics The information on the type label is intended to help you use the inverter safely and receive targeted customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must remain permanently attached to the inverter. Symbols on the Type Label...
  • Page 15 SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description Symbol Description Explanation WEEE designation Do not dispose of the product with household waste, but only in accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic waste. CE marking The product complies with the requirements of the applicable EU directives.

  • Page 16: Display

    3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 3.4 Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter (e.g. status, power, input voltage) as well as faults and disturbances. kVAr kVArh MVArh t/hday Item Description Explanation Power Displays the current power...
  • Page 17 Bluetooth NetID, the configured country standard and the display language. Telephone receiver Device disturbance present. Contact the SMA Service Line. Spanner Disturbance which can be resolved on-site. Bluetooth Bluetooth communication is enabled. Bluetooth connection Bluetooth connection to other devices is active.
  • Page 18 3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Symbol Designation Explanation PV array This symbol represents a PV array with strings connected to two inputs on the inverter. The left half of the symbol stands for input A and the right half for input B.

  • Page 19: Electronic Solar Switch

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description 3.5 Electronic Solar Switch The ESS is an optional DC load disconnect unit. The ESS prevents the formation of electric arcs when the DC connectors are removed. Item Description Explanation Plug ‒ Safety precautions •...

  • Page 20: Bluetooth

    The inverter is equipped with a Bluetooth interface as standard and can consequently communicate with other Bluetooth devices (for information on supported SMA products, see www.SMA-Solar.com). If you wish to communicate via Bluetooth, you can protect the inverter with one plant password for the user and one plant password for the installer.

  • Page 21: Slot For Multi-Function Interface

    The fan retrofit kit is used for additional inverter cooling at high ambient temperatures and also has a multi-function relay (for information on installation and configuration, see the fan retrofit kit installation manual). The fan retrofit kit and the SMA Power Control Module cannot be operated in parallel. 3.9 Operating parameters Various operating parameters control the functionality of the inverter.

  • Page 22: Sma Optitrac Global Peak

    SMA OptiTrac ensures that the operating point of the inverter always coincides exactly with the MPP. In addition, with the aid of SMA OptiTrac Global Peak, the inverter can detect the presence of several maximum power points in the available operating range, such as may occur particularly with partially shaded PV strings.

  • Page 23: Sma Grid Guard

    SMA Grid Guard code (for information on how to change parameters, see communication product manual). You can obtain the SMA Grid Guard code from SMA Solar Technology AG (to apply for the SMA Grid Guard code, see certificate "Application for...

  • Page 24: Unpacking

    4  Unpacking SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Unpacking 4.1 Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any visible external damage. Contact your specialist dealer if anything is damaged or missing. Object Quantity Description Sunny Boy* Wall mounting bracket...

  • Page 25: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting 5 Mounting 5.1 Safety Danger to life due to fire or explosions • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials. • Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Mounting Location

    5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 5.2 Selecting the Mounting Location Take the following requirements into consideration when selecting the mounting location: • The mounting method and location must be suitable for the weight and size of the inverter (see Section 14 "Technical Data", page 93).
  • Page 27 SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting • Observe the recommended clearances to walls, other inverters or objects as depicted in the diagram to ensure adequate heat dissipation and to give you sufficient room to remove the ESS, if necessary. 1 0 0...

  • Page 28: Mounting The Inverter

    5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 5.3 Mounting the Inverter Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery): – 3 screws (diameter: at least 6 mm) – 3 wall plugs – 3 washers (external diameter: at least 18 mm) 1.
  • Page 29 SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting 2. Drill the holes. 3. Attach the wall mounting bracket using appropriate screws (diameter min. 6 mm) and washers (outer diameter min. 18 mm). 4. Transport the inverter using the recessed grips on the sides.
  • Page 30 5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Optional Anti-Theft Protection To protect the inverter from theft, you can lock it to the wall mounting bracket using a padlock. The padlock must meet the following requirements: – Size: A: 6 mm to 8 mm diameter...

  • Page 31: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge. • Earth yourself before touching any components. 6.2 Overview of the Connection Area The following figure shows the inverter connection area with the lower enclosure lid open.
  • Page 32 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Item Description Cable gland (12 mm to 21 mm) for routing the AC cable Enclosure opening for connecting the multifunction relay or the fan retrofit kit or the communication interface Switch for temporarily changing the display language to English...

  • Page 33: Connection To The Electricity Mains (Ac)

    In installations involving long cable routes outdoors, additional overvoltage-reducing measures must be taken so that the overvoltage category is reduced from IV to III (for further information, see the Technical Information "Overvoltage Protection" at www.SMA-Solar.com). Cable dimensioning The cable must be dimensioned in accordance with any local and national directives on cable dimensions which specify requirements for the minimum conductor cross-section.
  • Page 34 This would apply, for instance, if there is no neutral conductor and you intend to install the inverter between two line conductors. If you are uncertain about this, ask your network operator or SMA Solar Technology AG to advise.
  • Page 35 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Danger to life due to fire When more than 1 inverter is connected in parallel to the same miniature circuit-breaker, the protective function of the miniature circuit-breaker is no longer guaranteed. This could result in a cable fire or destruction of the inverter.

  • Page 36: Connecting The Inverter To The Electricity Mains (Ac)

    1. Make sure that the mains voltage is within the permissible voltage range. The exact operating range of the inverter is specified in the operating parameters. You will find this document in the download area at www.SMA-Solar.com in the "Technical Description" category of the given inverter.
  • Page 37 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 7. For ease of connection, loosen the display screw until the display can be flipped up. 8. Flip the display up until it clicks into place. 9. Undo the swivel nut of the AC cable gland and remove the filler-plug from the cable gland.
  • Page 38 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 11. Raise all 3 terminals of the AC terminal as far as they will go. Risk of fire when connecting two conductors to a single terminal If two conductors are connected to one terminal, this may result in a poor electrical contact which could pose a risk of overheating or fire.

  • Page 39: Additional Earthing Of The Enclosure

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6.3.3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure If required in the country of installation, you can use the earth terminal on the enclosure to connect a second protective conductor or as equipotential bonding. 1. Release screw (A) and conical spring washer (B) half-way.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) 6.4.1 Conditions for DC Connection The inverter has two input areas "A" and "B", each with its own MPP tracker. Two strings can be connected to each of the two input areas.
  • Page 41 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection No mixed connections at input areas For instance, if the positive pole of a string is connected at input area A and the negative pole of the string at input area B, this comprises a mixed connection.

  • Page 42: Assembling The Dc Connectors

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4.2 Assembling the DC Connectors All PV display module connection cables must be equipped with the DC connectors supplied before connecting them to the inverter. Assemble the DC connectors as described below. Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
  • Page 43 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 3. Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned: Result Measure ☑ If the stranded wires are visible in the • Proceed to Step 4. chamber of the clamping bracket, the cable is correctly positioned.

  • Page 44: Disassembling The Dc Connector

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4.3 Disassembling the DC Connector 1. Unscrew the swivel nut. 2. To release the DC connector: Insert a 3.5 mm screwdriver into the snap slot on the side and lever it open. 3. Carefully pull the DC connector apart.

  • Page 45: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6.4.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the PV array, make sure that the miniature circuit-breaker is disconnected and cannot be reconnected.
  • Page 46 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 3. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. For information on how to release the DC connector (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources", page 64).
  • Page 47 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection – Insert the DC connectors with sealing plugs into the corresponding DC inputs on the inverter. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. 5. Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place.

  • Page 48: Setting The Country Standard And Display Language

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Damage to the ESS • Plug the handle firmly onto the jack of the ESS. • The handle must be flush with the enclosure. • Make sure that the ESS is securely attached to the inverter.
  • Page 49 To lock a data set, enter the digit sequence "54321" instead of the password in the SMA Grid Guard code field. The data set can only be unlocked by entering a personal, 10-digit SMA Grid Guard code which is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 50: Checking The Country Standard

    • Check whether the country standard is correct by tapping the display twice and viewing the display messages of the start-up phase again. • Check that the country standard is correct using the "SMA grid guard" measuring channel via a communication product.
  • Page 51 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection retained French dependent on dependent on parameter set parameter set retained Spanish dependent on dependent on parameter set parameter set retained Italian dependent on...
  • Page 52 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection RD1663/661-A Spanish Spain Greek Greece English Greece G83/1-1 English England G59/2 English England EN50438 German various EU countries EN50438 English various EU countries EN50438...
  • Page 53 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection C10/11/2012 German Belgium C10/11/2012 Dutch Belgium Customer English flexible Customer German flexible Customer French flexible Customer Spanish flexible Customer Italian flexible Customer Greek flexible...

  • Page 54: Setting The Country Standard And Language Using The Rotary Switches

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG If the inverter is not set to the country of installation, there are several ways of configuring the required country standard: • Setting via the two rotary switches (see Section 6.5.2 "Setting the Country Standard and Language using the Rotary Switches", page 54).

  • Page 55: Communication

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Temporarily setting the display language to English In addition, it is possible to use a switch to set the display language to English temporarily, e.g. for service purposes. The inverter's parameter settings are not changed in the process.

  • Page 56: Setting The Bluetooth Netid

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.6.2 Setting the Bluetooth NetID Communication with a communication product via Bluetooth is activated by default. Networking with other inverters via Bluetooth is deactivated by default. The following configuration settings are possible via a rotary switch (switch C):...

  • Page 57: Commissioning

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7.1 Commissioning the Inverter 1. The following conditions must be fulfilled before commissioning: – Correct mounting (see Section 5) – Correct country setting (see Section 6.5.1) – AC cable is correctly connected (electricity grid) –...

  • Page 58: Display Messages During The Start-Up Phase

    7  Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 7.2 Display Messages during the Start-up Phase Illustrated display messages The display messages illustrated in this section serve as examples and, depending on the country setting, may differ from the actual display messages on your inverter.

  • Page 59: Only For Italy: Self-Test In Accordance With Cei 0-21 For Pv Plants ≤ 6 Kw

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Commissioning 7.3 Only for Italy: Self-Test in Accordance with CEI 0-21 for PV Plants ≤ 6 kW 7.3.1 Starting the Self-Test The self-test only applies to inverters that are configured with the country data set CEI0-21 Int / CEI 0-21 intern.

  • Page 60: Abortion Of The Self-Test

    7  Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 2. Tap on the display within 20 seconds and enter the test results into the test report as they appear. ☑ The self-test starts. ☑ The inverter displays the results of the individual tests for overvoltage, undervoltage, maximum frequency and minimum frequency.

  • Page 61: Deactivating Protective Conductor Monitoring

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Commissioning 7.4 Deactivating Protective Conductor Monitoring If the inverter is to be installed in an IT system or other earthing system for which it is advisable to deactivate the protective conductor monitoring, deactivate it by means of a communication product as described in this section (for information on the setting of operating parameters, see respective communication product manual).

  • Page 62: Sb30-50Tl-21-Ia

    2. Change the plant time (see Sunny Explorer help). 8.2 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak With partially shaded PV modules, you should activate SMA OptiTrac Global Peak and set the time interval for the inverter to optimise the MPP of the PV plant.

  • Page 63: Opening And Closing

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 9 Opening and Closing 9.1 Safety Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Before opening the inverter, observe the following: • Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against reconnection.

  • Page 64: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 9.2 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 1. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against reconnection. 2. If a multi-function relay is connected, disconnect its supply voltage and ensure that it cannot be reconnected.
  • Page 65 SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 7. Release and disconnect all DC connectors. To do this, insert a flat-blade screwdriver (blade width: 3.5 mm) into one of the side slots and pull the DC connectors straight out. Do NOT PULL ON THE CABLE.
  • Page 66 9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 11. Loosen the screw on the display and flip the display up until it clicks into place. 12. Verify the absence of voltage in the multi-function relay against PE at all terminals. The maximum N L PE diameter of the test probe is 2 mm.

  • Page 67: Closing The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 9.3 Closing the Inverter 1. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them to the inverter. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. To release the DC connectors (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources",...
  • Page 68 9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 5. If an external DC switch-disconnector is in use, disconnect it. 6. If an ESS is used, check it for wear (see Section 10.3 "Checking the Electronic Solar Switch for Wear", page 70). The ESS can be damaged if it is not connected correctly.

  • Page 69: Maintenance And Cleaning

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10  Maintenance and Cleaning 10 Maintenance and Cleaning 10.1 Cleaning the Inverter Damage to the display due to the use of cleaning agents • If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure lid, the display and the LEDs using clean water and a cloth only.

  • Page 70: Checking The Electronic Solar Switch For Wear

    1. Replace the ESS handle before attaching it burned out. again. Order the new ESS handle through the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). 2. After replacing the ESS, restart the inverter (see Section 7 "Commissioning", page 57).

  • Page 71: Slot For Sd Card

    The SD card is used to import files if you need to perform a firmware update after consulting the SMA Service Line. SMA Solar Technology AG will send you a file with the firmware update by e-mail or on an SD card, or will make the file available in the download area at www.SMA-Solar.com.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Troubleshooting 12.1 LED Signals kVAr kVArh MVArh Item Description Status Explanation Green LED Operation Flashing Grid connection conditions are not yet met. Red LED Errors Bluetooth communication is activated. Blue LED Flashing The inverter has been identified via Sunny Explorer by setting the "Find device"...

  • Page 73: Event Messages

    Accordance with CEI 0-21 for PV Plants ≤ 6 kW", page 59). Inst. code valid The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid. The configured country data set is now unlocked and can be changed. If it is a Grid Guard-protected country data set, the unlocking is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 74: Error Messages

    If the mains voltage is within the tolerance range, yet this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-21 Installation Manual...
  • Page 75 If the mains voltage is within the tolerance range, yet this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. System The 10-minute-average mains voltage is no longer within the disturbance permissible range.
  • Page 76 12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures 401 to System The inverter is no longer in grid-parallel operation and has disturbance stopped feed-in for safety reasons. Corrective measures: • Check the grid connection for strong, short-term frequency variations.
  • Page 77 SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures Waiting for grid There is no mains voltage at the AC output of the inverter. voltage Corrective measures: Grid failure • Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
  • Page 78 12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures 3401 to DC overvoltage The DC input voltage connected to the inverter is too high. The 3402 inverter interrupts feed-in operation. Disconnect Corrective measures: generator • Disconnect the inverter from the PV array immediately (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the...
  • Page 79 6001 to Self diagnosis Internal device fault. The inverter interrupts feed-in operation. 6438 Corrective measures: Interference device • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). 6501 to Self diagnosis The inverter interrupts feed-in operation due to interior 6502 overheating.
  • Page 80 A fault has occurred in the internal communication of the 6702 inverter. The inverter continues feeding into the electricity grid. Corrective measures: If this event occurs frequently: • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). 6801 to Self diagnosis Inverter input A is defective.
  • Page 81 Internal device fault, the inverter continues feeding into the module failed electricity grid. Corrective measures: 7307 Update Bluetooth failed • Re-try update. 7311 Update language • If this error occurs again, contact the SMA Service Line table failed (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). Installation Manual SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-21...
  • Page 82 7703 grid. Interference Corrective measures: device • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). 8001 Derating occurred The power supplied by the inverter has been reduced to below nominal power for more than 10 minutes due to overheating.
  • Page 83 • Enter a valid SMA Grid Guard code. 9003 Grid param. The current country data set is locked. locked Corrective measures: • Enter a valid SMA Grid Guard code for changing the country data set. 9005 Changing grid This error can have the following causes: param. not •...

  • Page 84: Dc Current After Ac-Side Disconnection

    12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 12.4 DC Current after AC-side Disconnection In spite of the AC side having been disconnected, a current is still detectable in the DC cables with a current clamp. This is not an error but normal behaviour of the inverter when in operation.
  • Page 85 SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting ☑ An earth fault is present if the measured voltages are stable and the sum of the voltages of the positive pole against earth potential and the negative pole against earth potential of a string is approximately equal to the voltage between the positive and negative poles.

  • Page 86: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 12.6 Checking the Function of the Varistors If the inverter displays the event number "7401", then one of the varistors is probably defective. Varistors are wear parts. Their functional efficiency diminishes with age or following repeated responses as a result of overvoltages.
  • Page 87 4. Remove all varistors. If you have not received an insertion tool for operating the terminals with your replacement varistors, contact SMA Solar Technology AG. 5. Use a multimeter to check each varistor for a conductive connection between terminals 2 and 3.
  • Page 88 Measure ☑ There is a conductive connection. The varistor is functional. There must be a different error in the inverter. • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 114). ☑ There is no conductive The respective varistor is defective and must be connection.
  • Page 89 SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting 8. Close and earth the inverter: – Place one conical spring washer over each screw. The grooved side of the conical spring washer must face the screw head. – Attach the upper enclosure lid to the enclosure and tighten the centre lower screw halfway.

  • Page 90: Decommissioning

    In the event of a fault, your inverter may need to be replaced. If this is the case, you will receive a replacement device fitted with an upper and lower transport lid. Prior to returning your inverter to SMA Solar Technology AG, you must replace the upper and lower enclosure lids of your inverter with the corresponding transport lids: 1.
  • Page 91 SMA Solar Technology AG 13  Decommissioning 3. Pull the upper enclosure lid forwards to remove it. 4. Remove the two transport lids from the replacement device in the same manner. 5. Close and earth the replacement device: – Place one conical spring washer over each screw.

  • Page 92: Packing The Inverter

    8. Commission the replacement device (see Section 7 "Commissioning", page 57). 9. Now mount the two transport lids of the replacement device onto the defective inverter. ☑ You can now send the defective inverter back to SMA Solar Technology AG. 13.3 Packing the Inverter •...

  • Page 93: Technical Data

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data 14 Technical Data 14.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 3,200 W Maximum input voltage 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V to 500 V Rated input voltage...

  • Page 94: Protective Devices

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Operating range at AC mains frequency 60 Hz 55 Hz to 65 Hz Displacement power factor, adjustable to 1 to 0.8 overexited underexited Feed-in phases Connection phases Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664-1...
  • Page 95 Sunny Portal with the fault alarm via e-mail activated. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special label be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 96 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC connection spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth as standard RS485, galvanically isolated optional Speedwire/Webconnect Data Module optional Multi-function relay optional Fan retrofit kit Optional...

  • Page 97: Data Storage Capacity

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Grid Configuration TN-C suitable TN-S suitable TN-C-S suitable TT, if U < 15 V suitable N_PE Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users...

  • Page 98: Sunny Boy 3600Tl

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 14.2 Sunny Boy 3600TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 3,880 W Maximum input voltage 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V to 500 V Rated input voltage 400 V...
  • Page 99 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Feed-in phases Connection phases Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664-1 * Depending on country setting Protective Devices DC reverse-polarity protection Short-circuit diode Input-side disconnection device* Electronic Solar Switch DC overvoltage protection Thermally monitored varistors...
  • Page 100 Sunny Portal with the fault alarm via e-mail activated. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: Contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special label be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 101 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC connection Spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth as standard RS485, galvanically isolated Optional Speedwire/Webconnect Data Module Optional Multi-function relay Optional Fan retrofit kit Optional...
  • Page 102 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Grid Configuration TN-C suitable TN-S suitable TN-C-S suitable TT, if V < 15 V suitable N_PE Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users...

  • Page 103: Sunny Boy 4000Tl

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data 14.3 Sunny Boy 4000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 4,200 W Maximum input voltage 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V to 500 V Rated input voltage 400 V...
  • Page 104 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Feed-in phases Connection line conductors Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664-1 * Depending on country setting Protective Devices DC reverse-polarity protection Short-circuit diode Input-side disconnection device* Electronic Solar Switch DC overvoltage protection Thermally monitored varistors...
  • Page 105 Sunny Portal with the fault alarm via e-mail activated. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: Contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special label be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 106 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC Connection Spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth as standard RS485, galvanically isolated Optional Speedwire/Webconnect Data Module Optional Multi-function relay Optional Fan retrofit kit Optional...
  • Page 107 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Grid Configuration TN-C suitable TN-S suitable TN-C-S suitable TT, if V < 15 V suitable N_PE Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users...

  • Page 108: Sunny Boy 5000Tl

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 14.4 Sunny Boy 5000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 5,200 W Maximum input voltage 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V to 500 V Rated input voltage 400 V...
  • Page 109 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Feed-in phases Connection line conductors Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664-1 * at country configuration VDE-AR-N-4105: 4,600 VA ** depending on country configuration Protective Devices DC reverse-polarity protection Short-circuit diode Input-side disconnection device*...
  • Page 110 Sunny Portal with the fault alarm via e-mail activated. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: Contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special label be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 111 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC Connection Spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth as standard RS485, galvanically isolated Optional Speedwire/Webconnect Data Module Optional Multi-function relay Optional Fan retrofit kit Optional...
  • Page 112 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Grid Configuration TN-C suitable TN-S suitable TN-C-S suitable TT, if U < 15 V suitable N_PE Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users...

  • Page 113: Accessories

    SMA Solar Technology AG 15  Accessories 15 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, you can order them from SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialised dealer. Description Brief description...

  • Page 114: Contact

    16  Contact SMA Solar Technology AG 16 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We will need the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter type •...
  • Page 115 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 61713844 Mumbai Italia SMA Italia S.r.l. +39 02 89347 299 Milano...
  • Page 116 SMA Japan K.K. +81 3 3451 9530 ‫اﻹﻣﺎرات‬ +971 2 698-5080 SMA Middle East LLC ‫ﺔ‬ ‫اﻟﻌﺮﺑﻴ‬ ‫أﺑ ﻮ ﻇ ﺒﻲ‬ ‫اﻟﻤﺘﺤ ﺪة‬ Other International SMA Service Line Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE countries (+800 762 7378423) Niestetal SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-21 Installation Manual...
  • Page 119 Legal Provisions The information contained in this document is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Publishing its content, either partially or in full, requires the written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any internal company copying of the document for the purposes of evaluating the product or its correct implementation is allowed and does not require permission.
  • Page 120 SMA Central & Eastern Europe s.r.o. SMA Middle East LLC www.SMA-Czech.com www.SMA-Me.com SMA France S.A.S. SMA Portugal - Niestetal Services Unipessoal Lda www.SMA-France.com www.SMA-Portugal.com SMA Hellas AE SMA Solar (Thailand) Co., Ltd. www.SMA-Hellas.com www.SMA-Thailand.com SMA Ibérica Tecnología Solar, S.L.U.

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