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SMA Sunny Boy 3000TL-US Installation Manual

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SUNNY BOY
3000TL-US / 4000TL-US / 5000TL-US
Installation Manual
SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-12 | Version 1.2
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  • Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY BOY 3000TL-US / 4000TL-US / 5000TL-US Installation Manual SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-12 | Version 1.2...
  • Page 3 All such warranties are expressly disclaimed. Neither SMA America, LLC nor its distributors or dealers nor SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. nor its distributors or dealers shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages under any circumstances.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    A warning describes a hazard to equipment or personnel. It calls attention to a procedure or practice, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the SMA equipment and/or other equipment connected to the SMA equipment or personal injury. Symbol...
  • Page 5 SMA America, LLC   Warnings on this Product The following symbols are used as product markings with the following meanings. Symbol Description Warning regarding dangerous voltage The product works with high voltages. All work on the product must only be performed as described in the documentation of the product.
  • Page 6 The product contains no user-serviceable parts. For all repair and maintenance, always return the unit to an authorized SMA Service Center. Before installing or using the product, read all of the instructions, cautions, and warnings in this manual.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    4.11 Varistors ..........24 4.12 SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ....... 24 5 Mounting.
  • Page 8 8.1 Changing the Country Data Set Using a Communication Product . . 52 8.2 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ... . . 52 9 Display and LEDs ........53 9.1 Switching On the Display .
  • Page 9 13.1.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL-US ........77...

  • Page 10: Information On This Document

    This document is for qualified persons. Only persons with the appropriate skills are allowed to perform the tasks described in this document (see Section 2.2 "Skills of Qualified Persons", page 12). Additional Information Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com. Document title Document type...

  • Page 11: Safety

    PV modules with a high capacity to ground may only be used if their coupling capacity does not exceed 1,400 nF (for information on how to calculate the coupling capacity, see Technical Information "Capacitive Leakage Currents" at www.SMA-Solar.com). All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges at all times.

  • Page 12: Skills Of Qualified Persons

    2  Safety SMA America, LLC 2.2 Skills of Qualified Persons The tasks described in this document may only be performed by qualified persons. The qualified person must have the following skills: • Knowledge of how an inverter works and is operated •...
  • Page 13 SMA America, LLC 2  Safety Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge Touching electronic components can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge. • Ground yourself before touching any components. Observe local regulations All electrical installations must comply with the electrical standards applicable on-site and the ®...

  • Page 14: Scope Of Delivery

    3  Scope of Delivery SMA America, LLC 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...

  • Page 15: Product Description

    SMA America, LLC 4  Product Description 4 Product Description 4.1 Sunny Boy The Sunny Boy is a transformerless PV inverter which converts the direct current of a PV array into grid-compliant alternating current and feeds it into the utility grid.

  • Page 16: Symbols On The Inverter

    4  Product Description SMA America, LLC The Sunny Boy is a multi-string inverter that has two input areas, A and B, each with its own MPP tracker. This continually determines the maximum power point and controls the voltage on the PV modules accordingly.

  • Page 17: Dc Disconnect

    SMA America, LLC 4  Product Description 4.2 DC Disconnect The DC Disconnect is a DC load-break switch which safely disconnects the PV array from the inverter. Figure 3: DC Disconnect design Item Description Bracket for grounding the DC Disconnect enclosure Rubber grommet for the enclosure opening...

  • Page 18: Type Labels

    Device-specific characteristics ‒ The information on the type label is required for both safe operation of the inverter and for customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must remain permanently affixed to the inverter. SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-12 Installation Manual...

  • Page 19: Dc Disconnect

    DC Disconnect serial number You will require the information on the type label to use the DC Disconnect safely and when seeking customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must remain permanently affixed to the DC Disconnect.

  • Page 20: Symbols On The Type Labels

    4  Product Description SMA America, LLC 4.3.3 Symbols on the Type Labels Symbol Description Explanation Danger to life due to high The product operates at high voltages. voltages All work on the inverter may only be carried out by qualified persons.

  • Page 21: Display

    SMA America, LLC 4  Product Description 4.4 Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter (e.g. current power, daily energy, total energy) as well as events or error messages. The power and energy are displayed as bars in the diagram.
  • Page 22 You can operate the display by tapping it (see Section 9 "Display and LEDs", page 53). Telephone receiver Indicates a fault that cannot be corrected on site • Contact the SMA Service Line Wrench Indicates a fault that can be corrected on site by a qualified person ®...

  • Page 23: Zigbee

    4.6 Communication Interface The inverter can be fitted with a communication interface (e.g. RS485 or Speedwire with Webconnect function). This communication interface enables the inverter to communicate with SMA communication products or other inverters (for information on supported products, see www.SMA-Solar.com).

  • Page 24: Fan Retrofit Kit

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

  • Page 25: Mounting

    SMA America, LLC 5  Mounting 5 Mounting 5.1 Selecting the Mounting Location Requirements for the mounting location: Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. • Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
  • Page 26 5  Mounting SMA America, LLC Dimensions for mounting: Figure 7: Wall mounting bracket dimensions SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-12 Installation Manual...
  • Page 27 SMA America, LLC 5  Mounting Recommended Clearances Figure 8: Recommended clearances • To ensure optimal operation, maintain recommended clearances to walls, other inverters or objects. This will prevent the inverter from reducing its power due to high temperatures. • If the inverter is mounted outdoors, the clearance between the DC Disconnect and the floor must be 3 ft.

  • Page 28: Mounting The Wall Mounting Bracket

    5  Mounting SMA America, LLC Observe the permitted mounting position: Figure 9: Permitted and prohibited mounting positions • Mount the inverter in a permitted mounting position with the display at eye level. This ensures that there can be no ingress of moisture into the inverter and that you can read display messages and LED signals without any difficulty.
  • Page 29 SMA America, LLC 5  Mounting 2. Align the wall mounting bracket horizontally at the mounting location. Danger to life due to electric shock or explosion if you drill into supply lines There may be gas pipes or electric cables behind the mounting points which could be damaged when drilling the holes for the wall mounting bracket.

  • Page 30: Mounting The Inverter And Dc Disconnect

    5  Mounting SMA America, LLC 5.3 Mounting the Inverter and DC Disconnect Risk of injury when lifting the inverter, or if it is dropped The inverter is heavy (see Section 13 "Technical Data", page 77). Risk of injury exists due to incorrect lifting and due to the inverter falling during transport or when hanging in the wall mounting bracket.
  • Page 31 SMA America, LLC 5  Mounting 6. Place the DC Disconnect into the retainer from the Position the DC Disconnect front. 7. Attach the DC Disconnect to the ground connection Position the DC Disconnect on the inverter using the grounding bracket. Use the...

  • Page 32: Attaching The Anti-Theft Device

    5  Mounting SMA America, LLC 5.4 Attaching the Anti-Theft Device You can protect the inverter from theft by installing a padlock. The padlock secures the inverter to the wall mounting bracket. The padlock must meet the following requirements: ☐ The material should be rust-proof.

  • Page 33: Electrical Connection

    SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety during Electrical Connection Danger to life from electric shock due to high voltages High voltages are present in the DC cables and later during operation in the conductive components of the inverter.

  • Page 34: Overview Of The Connection Area

    6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC 6.2 Overview of the Connection Area 6.2.1 Connection Area of the Inverter Figure 11: Connection area inside the inverter Item Description Explanation DC cable For the connection of the inverter and DC Disconnect Pin connector...

  • Page 35: Connection Area Of The Dc Disconnect

    SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection Item Description Explanation Enclosure opening For the cable gland used to insert the connection cable for the fan retrofit kit* Rotary switches For setting the language and country standard Slot For SD card Retainer...

  • Page 36: Ac Connection

    6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC 6.3 AC Connection 6.3.1 Conditions for the AC Connection Cable requirements: ☐ Conductor cross-section L1, L2 and N: 12 AWG to 6 AWG (3.3 mm² to 13.3 mm²) ☐ Conductor cross-section equipment grounding conductor: 6 AWG (13.3 mm²) ☐...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Inverter To The Utility Grid

    SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 6.3.2 Connecting the Inverter to the Utility Grid Requirements: ☐ The country data set and the display language must be correctly set (see Section 7.1 "Making Settings via the Rotary Switches", page 47). ☐ The connection requirements of the grid operator must be met.
  • Page 38 6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC • Lead the conductors fully into the terminals. Danger of crushing when safety levers snap shut The safety levers close by snapping down fast and hard. • Only press the safety levers on the terminals down with your thumb.

  • Page 39: Dc Connection

    SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 13. If the display is raised, lower the display and tighten the display screw by hand. If present, do not kink ® the adjacent Zigbee antenna cable. 6.4 DC Connection 6.4.1 Safety during DC Connection Danger to life due to high voltages on DC conductors Risk of death or serious injury due to electric shock from touching a DC conductor.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Pv Array

    6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC ☐ For an optimum yield all PV modules of one input area should be mounted with the same inclination and azimuth orientation. Cable requirements: ☐ Solid or stranded wire of copper with no more than 19 single wires ☐...
  • Page 41 SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 5. Loosen the screw on the lower side of the DC Disconnect using an Allen key (AF 4) and remove the lid of the DC Disconnect. 6. Snap out the required number of knockouts on the...
  • Page 42 6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC 12. Insert the equipment grounding conductor of the PV array into the grounding terminal in the DC Disconnect and tighten the terminals using a flat-blade screwdriver (blade width: 5 mm) (torque: 15 in-lb (1.7 Nm)).

  • Page 43: Connecting The Secure Power Supply Module

    SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 20. Push the DC Disconnect lid diagonally under the upper edge of the enclosure and press the lid down. The lid must be flush with the enclosure edge. 21. Tighten the lid of the DC Disconnect using an Allen...
  • Page 44 6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery): ☐ Outlet for secure power supply operation ☐ Switch to activate the emergency power outlet that is designed for at least 120 V (AC) and 10 A ☐...
  • Page 45 SMA America, LLC 6  Electrical Connection 3. Remove the filler plugs from the enclosure opening in the inverter. 4. Install the conduit with conduit fitting in the enclosure opening. 5. Feed the cable through the conduit to the terminals on the SPS module.

  • Page 46: Connecting The Zigbee ® Antenna

    6  Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC 11. Connect the insulated conductors that are connected to the black terminals of the SPS module to the switch. 12. Attach the supplied warning label to the emergency power outlet. 13. Label the switch using the supplied label. Label the closed switch position with "ON"...

  • Page 47: Commissioning

    SMA America, LLC 7  Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7.1 Making Settings via the Rotary Switches 7.1.1 Overview of the Rotary Switches The inverter can be configured for different countries and for use in backup and off-grid systems via two rotary switches. The rotary switches can also be used to change the display language.
  • Page 48 7  Commissioning SMA America, LLC Possible Settings of the Rotary Switches Here, you will find a list of possible rotary switch positions and which country data sets and display languages are represented by each position. Each country data set contains various operating parameters, which can be individually set according to each country data set.

  • Page 49: Changing The Country Data Set And The Display Language

    * The country data set is automatically blocked after ten feed-in hours. Then you can only change the country data set by entering the personal access code you received from SMA on a communication device. 7.1.2 Changing the Country Data Set and the Display Language If the default country data set of the inverter does not apply to your country, you must change the country data set and the display language.

  • Page 50: Changing The Display Language

    7  Commissioning SMA America, LLC 7.1.3 Changing the Display Language You can change the display language independent of the country data set. This ensures that the country data set remains unchanged. Hint: If you simply remove the jumper, the display language automatically changes to English.

  • Page 51: Commissioning The Inverter

    SMA America, LLC 7  Commissioning 7.2 Commissioning the Inverter Requirements: ☐ AC overcurrent protection and AC disconnecting unit must be correctly designed. ☐ The inverter must be correctly mounted and closed. ☐ The DC Disconnect must be correctly mounted and closed.

  • Page 52: Configuration

    4. Save setting. 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 in which the inverter will optimize the MPP of the PV system.

  • Page 53: Display And Leds

    SMA America, LLC 9  Display and LEDs 9 Display and LEDs 9.1 Switching On the Display By tapping on the enclosure lid once you can operate the display as follows: • Switch on the display • Switch through the text line display •...

  • Page 54: Led Signals

    9  Display and LEDs SMA America, LLC 9.3 LED Signals The LEDs indicate the operating state of the inverter. Status Explanation Green is glowing Operation If an event occurs, the event message is shown in the display (see Section 11.1).

  • Page 55: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    SMA America, LLC 10  Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death or serious injury due to electric shock. • Only open the inverter in the order described here.
  • Page 56 10  Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA America, LLC 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 components. 7. Ensure that no voltage is present on the AC connecting terminal plate using a suitable measuring device.

  • Page 57: Disconnecting The Dc Disconnect From Voltage Sources

    SMA America, LLC 10  Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources • Ensure that no voltage is present between L2 and the equipment grounding conductor. 10.1 Disconnecting the DC Disconnect from Voltage Sources 1. Turn the rotary switch of the DC Disconnect to Off.
  • Page 58 10  Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA America, LLC Danger to life due to electric shock when touching the DC conductors and DC terminals High voltages are present in the DC cables and DC terminals. • Before performing any tasks, wait five minutes until the residual voltage has been drained.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    The inverter is operating in grid parallel operation with adjusted grid monitoring. Grid guard code valid The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid. Protected parameters have now been unblocked and you can adjust the parameters. The parameters will be automatically locked again after 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 60: Error Messages

    If the line voltage is permanently in the permissible range and this message is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. 202 to 205 Grid fault The utility grid has been disconnected, the AC cable is damaged or the line voltage at the connection point of the inverter is too low.
  • Page 61 If the line voltage is permanently in the permissible range and this message is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. 401 to 404 Grid fault The inverter is no longer in grid-parallel operation.
  • Page 62 If the grid operator approves, discuss any changes to the operating parameters with the SMA Service Line. Waiting for grid There is no line voltage at the AC output of the voltage inverter.
  • Page 63 • If the DC voltage is above the maximum system voltage of the inverter, ensure that the PV array has been correctly rated or contact the PV array installer. • If this message is repeated frequently, contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-12...
  • Page 64 11  Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Event number Display message Cause and corrective measures 3501 Insulation resist. The inverter has detected a ground fault in the PV array. Check generator Corrective measures: • Check the PV system for ground faults (see Section 11.4).
  • Page 65 6001 to 6009 Self diagnosis The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line. Interference device Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line. 6101 to 6112 Self diagnosis The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line. Interference device Corrective measures: •...
  • Page 66 Self diagnosis The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line. Overload Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line. 6701 to 6702 Comm. disturbed A fault has occurred in the internal communication of the inverter. The inverter continues feeding power into the grid.
  • Page 67 Parameters cannot be set via the SD 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. The update file is defective. The update failed.
  • Page 68 11  Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Event number Display message Cause and corrective measures 7305 Update RS485I Internal device fault, the inverter continues module failed feeding power into the grid. Corrective measures: • Re-try update. • If this error occurs again, contact the SMA Service Line.
  • Page 69 Self diagnosis The cause must be determined by the SMA Service Line. Interference device Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line. 8001 Derating occurred The inverter has reduced its power output for more than ten minutes due to excessive temperature.
  • Page 70 (‒25°C). • If the ambient temperature is above ‒13°F (‒25°C), contact the SMA Service Line. 9002 Grid guard code The SMA Grid Guard code entered is incorrect. invalid The parameters are still protected and cannot be changed. Corrective measures: • Enter the correct SMA Grid Guard code.

  • Page 71: Cleaning The Inverter

    • Check the settings of the rotary switches (see Section 7.1.2 "Changing the Country Data Set and the Display Language", page 49). • Enter the SMA Grid Guard code. • Ensure sufficient DC voltage (green LED lights up or flashes). 11.3 Cleaning the Inverter Damage to the display due to the use of cleaning agents •...
  • Page 72 11  Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Proceed as follows to check each string in the PV system for ground faults. 1. Disconnect the inverter from any voltage sources (see Section 10). 2. Measure voltages: • Measure the voltages between the positive terminal and the ground potential.

  • Page 73: Replacing Dc Varistors

    PV system is not equipped with additional overvoltage protection. In such cases, SMA recommends replacing DC varistors with new ones after an operating period of 10 years in order to ensure that the functionality of the DC varistors remains at a constant level.
  • Page 74 11  Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC 5. Ensure that the wires of the varistors are secure in the terminal. 6. Remove the insertion tool from the contacts of the connecting terminal plate. 7. Push the DC Disconnect lid diagonally under the upper edge of the enclosure and press the lid down.

  • Page 75: Decommissioning

    SMA America, LLC 12  Decommissioning 12 Decommissioning 12.1 Disassembling the Inverter 1. Disconnect the inverter from any voltage sources (see Section 10). 2. Disconnect the DC Disconnect from voltage sources (see Section 10.1). 3. Remove the AC output cable from the inverter.

  • Page 76: Packing The Inverter

    12  Decommissioning SMA America, LLC 13. Unscrew all conduits and conduit fittings. 14. Tighten the lid of the DC Disconnect using an Allen key (AF 4) and the corresponding screw and conical spring washer (torque : 44 in-lb. (5 Nm)).

  • Page 77: Technical Data

    SMA America, LLC 13  Technical Data 13 Technical Data 13.1 DC/AC 13.1.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL-US DC Input Maximum DC operating power 3,200 W Maximum system voltage 600 V Rated MPP tracking voltage range 175 to 480 V Rated operating voltage...

  • Page 78: Sunny Boy 4000Tl-Us

    13  Technical Data SMA America, LLC Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 97.1% CEC efficiency, η at 208 V AC nominal 96.5% CEC efficiency, η at 240 V AC nominal 96.9% 13.1.2 Sunny Boy 4000TL-US DC Input Maximum DC operating power 4,200 W...

  • Page 79: Sunny Boy 5000Tl-Us

    SMA America, LLC 13  Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 97.2% CEC efficiency, η at 208 V AC nominal 96.6% CEC efficiency, η at 240 V AC nominal 97.0% 13.1.3 Sunny Boy 5000TL-US DC Input Maximum DC operating power 5,300 W...

  • Page 80: Protective Devices

    Input-side disconnection device DC Disconnect DC overvoltage protection Varistors AC short-circuit current capability Current control Grid monitoring SMA Grid Guard X Ground-fault monitoring Insulation monitoring: R ≥ 600 kΩ All-pole sensitive residual-current monitoring unit Present DC arc-fault circuit interrupter DC AFCI 13.3 General Data...

  • Page 81: Dc Disconnect

    SMA America, LLC 13  Technical Data Noise emission, typical ≤ 25 dB(A) Power loss in night mode < 1 W Topology Transformerless Cooling concept Convection Fan connection designed for safe disconnection in accordance with DIN EN 50178:1998-04 (until 2013 replaced by DIN EN 62109-1)

  • Page 82: Features

    13  Technical Data SMA America, LLC 13.6 Features DC connection Screw terminal AC connection Spring-cage terminal Display LC graphic display ® Zigbee optional* RS485, galvanically isolated optional Speedwire with Webconnect function optional Fan retrofit kit optional SPS module optional* * only with a corresponding order, no retrofitting possible 13.7 Torques...

  • Page 83: Accessories

    SMA America, LLC 14  Accessories 14 Accessories You will find relevant accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, these can be ordered from SMA or your distributor. Description Brief description SMA order number DC replacement varistors Set with 4 varistors incl.

  • Page 84: Compliance Information

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SMA America, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. IC Compliance This device complies with Industry of Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s) and contains Model XBee Radio, IC: 9440A-SCOM31.

  • Page 85: Contact

    SMA America, LLC 16  Contact 16 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Service Line. We need the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter device type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 88 SMA Solar Technology www.SMA-Solar.com SMA America, LLC www.SMA-America.com...

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