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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Preface Identification General Safety Advice 3.1 Safety advice for photovoltaic modules of type Solar Frontier SF170-S 3.2 Safety advice for the inverter SF-WR Proper Usage Scope of Delivery About this Manual 6.1 Contents 6.2 Target group 6.3 Markings 6.3.1 Symbols... - Page 4 11.3 Maintenance inverter SF-WR 12. Accessories 13. Transport and Storage 14. Disposal 14.1 Disposal of Solar Frontier SF170-S photovoltaic modules 14.2 Disposal of Solar Frontier inverter SF-WR 14.3 Disposal of DC-cabling 15. Technical Data, Data Sheets and Certificates 15.1 Solar Frontier SF170-S photovoltaic module 15.1.1 Technical data...
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Page 5: Preface
1. Preface Thank you for choosing a SolarSet with CIS photovoltaic modules from Solar Frontier. Solar Frontier (SF) offers the highest standards in creating electrical power from solar energy, and in customer service. This manual contains important information with regards to the installation, operation, maintenance, cabling and use of the SolarSet, and the safety instructions involved. -
Page 6: General Safety Advice
Solar Frontier strongly advises you to follow the instructions below in order to avoid bodily injury, damage to property and/or death. SolarSets sold by Solar Frontier GmbH may only be installed by authorized professionals (see 6.2). As soon as it becomes evident that safe operation is no longer possible (e.g. -
Page 7: Proper Usage
• If one of the following components is damaged, immediately take the device out of operation and disconnect it from the mains grid and solar modules. - Device (not functioning, visible damage, smoke, etc.) - Cables - Solar modules • The system must not be switched on again until: - The device has been repaired by a dealer or the manufacturer. -
Page 8: Scope Of Delivery
5. Scope of Delivery The Solar Frontier SolarSet comprises the following components. The number of components required can be determined using the list below based on the type of SolarSet you have: Photovoltaic module Solar Frontier SF170-S Solar Frontier inverter SF-WR (incl. Inverter, Mounting plate and AC-plug) -
Page 9: About This Manual
6. About this Manual 6.1 Contents This manual contains all the necessary information that an installer or professional requires to install the SolarSet and put it into opera- tion. Please note the instructions provided by component manufacturers (e.g. AC-cable, substructures). 6.2 Target group The target group for this manual are professionals and installers, unless otherwise stated. -
Page 10: Abbreviations
Newtonmeter Electrical power Pascal Photovoltaic SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage Solar Frontier Standard Test Conditions Voltage et al and others Open circuit voltage Voltage im Maximum Power Point Voltage of the generator at the DC-connection (photovoltaic voltage) etc. -
Page 11: Composition Of The Solar Frontier Solarsets
7. Composition of the Solar Frontier SolarSets Solar Frontier currently offers ten different Solarsets with nominal power outputs from 2.0 kW to 8.2 kW. The SolarSets consist of Solar Frontier modules, Solar Frontier inverter(s), the necessary connecting cables, DC-cable and plugs and sockets. -
Page 12: Installation
8.2.2 Module handling instructions • Do not disassemble or modify SF modules. This may result in an electric shock, fire or other accidents. Solar Frontier cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by unauthorized disassembling, modification or misuse of SF modules. -
Page 13: Module Mounting Instructions
• Ensure that your mounting support structure is designed to withstand the SF module design snow and wind loads applicable for the chosen site. Solar Frontier will not be responsible if the SF modules are damaged due to the durability of the mounting support structure. - Page 14 Mounting with Outer Holes Each module will require four M8 (or 5/16 in) bolts with washers, lock washers and nuts. Tighten the screws with an adequate torque value. UL: Recommended tightening torque is 15 Nm (132.8 lb in) minimum. 174 mm ±1 mm 909 mm Landscape (horizontal) Portrait (vertical)
- Page 15 Mounting with clamps Four or more corrosion-proof aluminum clamps should be used to fasten SF modules to the support structure. Center-line of the clamps shall be secured within the indicated clamping zone (256 mm +/- 75 mm) from the corners of the longer side of the module frame using stainless-steel M8 bolts with a minimum length of 20 mm.
- Page 16 10 mm support rail 10 mm 10 mm 10 mm Module to rail overlap, Module to rail overlap, End clamp Middle clamp End clamp Middle clamp min 10 mm min 10 mm For alternative mounting methods, please consult Solar Frontier.
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Page 17: Electrical Installation Photovoltaic Generator
8.3.2 Cabling Solar Frontier places great value on delivering as many components as possible pre-assembled in order to help avoid sources of error. Since roof and PV installation has its own specialities, it may be necessary to adapt certain cables on site to fit them best (e.g.: connec- tions cables to the inverter shall be cut and assembles on site, and/or extension cable will be necessary to wire around interrupted strings on the roof of obstacles exist such as chimneys). - Page 18 See Figures 12 and 13: Figure 12 Figure 13 Crimping the twisted contacts Push the stripped end of the cable into the crimp sleeve as shown in Figure 14 Make sure that all wires are inside the crimp sleeve. The wires must be visible in the small opening.
- Page 19 Assembling the plugs and sockets To assemble the plugs and socket the respective cover should be pushed over the contact until a clear click is heard or felt. The click shows that the contact is in the right position in the plug/socket. Contacts cannot be released when they have been positioned. See Figures 21 to 24: The covering cap is to be tightened with 2.6 to 2.9 Nm.
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Page 20: Procedures For Electric Cabling
8.3.3 Procedures for electric cabling The electrical cabling of Solar Frontier SolarSets has to be done as described in Chapter 7, Table 2. Take care that the exact number of modules in series are connected in accordance with Table 2, and that the respective number of parallel strings is adhered to. -
Page 21: Electrical Wiring
Earth by connecting from to earth. Grounding (IEC) Grounding with washer (UL) Edelstahl-Schraube Rolling Thread Screw stainless-steel bolt Grounding Cable Lock Washer stainless-steel cupped washer Crimping Terminal PV module frame stainless-steel star washer stainless-steel nut Use M4 bolt (torque value 1.5 Nm) or standard gauge size M6 bolt (torque value 1.0 Nm). Tighten the bolts or screw with an adequate torque value. - Page 22 Schematic structure of standard module cabling The standard module cabling is applicable for modules mounted in portrait and landscape direction. Modules connected in series make up a string. The string cabling can be done as shown in Figure 31 and Figure 32. The strings are picked up with the delivered connecting cables one on each side and led to a mutual collection point.
- Page 23 Schematic structure of cross cabling Those modules connected in series make up a string. The string cabling should be done as shown in Figure 35: Cross cabling is used only for a portrait installation of the modules, whereby modules are alternately cross connected in series to optimize the use of the cable length.
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Page 24: Installation Inverter Sf-Wr
8.4 Installation Inverter SF-WR 8.4.1 Safety measures during installation Observe the following safety notes when performing the work described in section Installation. Danger Risk of electrocution! • Only technical professionals may perform the work described in section Installation. • Always disconnect all DC- and AC-cables as follows before starting work on the inverter: 1. -
Page 25: Mounting The Inverter
8.4.2 Mounting the inverter Fastening the mounting plate Screw the mounting plate to the mounting surface using 4 screws: • Use screws (and dowels etc.) appropriate for the weight of the inverter. • The mounting plate must lie flat on the mounting surface and the metal strips at the sides must point forwards (Figure 37). -
Page 26: Preparing The Ac-Connection
8.4.3 Preparing the AC-connection Line circuit breaker Information on the required line circuit breaker and the cables to be used between the inverter and the line circuit breaker is provided in chapter 15.3. Residual current circuit breaker If the local installation regulations require the installation of an external residual current circuit breaker, then a Type A residual current circuit breaker as per IEC 62109-1, § 7.3.8. -
Page 27: Preparing The Dc-Connections
Connection cable between N and PE with the connection point inside the AC-plug External conductor L1 External conductor L2 Connection cable between N and PE with the connection point inside the junction box Casing of the AC-plug Junction box 100 - 127 V 100 - 127 V 8.4.4 Preparing the DC-connections Danger... -
Page 28: Connecting The Inverter And Switching On The Ac-Power
8.4.5 Connecting the inverter and switching on the AC-power Danger Risk of electrocution! Observe the warning notes 8.4.1. 1. Push the Amphenol Helios H4 opposing connector of the DC-cable firmly into the DC-connection of the inverter until it audibly clicks into place. 2. - Page 29 Operation Starting initial commissioning √ The check list for initial commissioning is displayed. • The default display language is English. • The Language entry is selected. • The check boxes are not selected. NOTICES • When a check list item is called up the corresponding check box is automatically selected.
- Page 30 Date 1. Press SET. The date flashes. 2. Press to change the day 3. Press SET. The change is adopted. 4. Press . The month is selected. 5. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the month. 6. Press . The year is selected. 7.
- Page 31 Number of nodes 1. Press SET. The value flashes. 2. Press to change the number of nodes. 3. Press SET. The value is adopted. 4. Press ESC. The check list is shown. Node n 1. Press to select a parameter for the node. Notice P % cannot be changed at the first and last nodes (000 %,100 %).
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Page 32: Switching On The Dc-Supply
8.4.7 Switching on the DC-supply Set the DC-circuit breaker on the inverter to position I (Figure42). After testing via the internal MSD (approx. 2 minutes), the power fed into the grid can be shown on the display (assuming that sunlight is present). 8.4.8 De-installing the inverter Danger Risk of electrocution! -
Page 33: Structure And Function Of The Inverter Sf-Wr
9. Structure and Function of the Inverter SF-WR 9.1 Casing Hood Display (monochrome, 128 x 64 Pixel) Type plate, warning notices Operating buttons: ESC, , SET (from left to right) 1x AC-connection 2x RJ45-sockets (RS485 bus) 1x Minus DC-connection (−) for solar modules (Multi-Contact DC-socket MC4, contact proof ) 1x RJ45 socket (Ethernet) 1x Plus DC connection (+) for solar modules... -
Page 34: Display
9.3 Display 9.3.1 General information For information shown in the display ( in Figure 45) the following generally applies: • Symbol : the inverter is processing large amounts of data and is not able to process any user input at this times. The resulting waiting time is indicated by the animated sun symbol. -
Page 35: Contact Information
Graphical Yield (day, month, year) Daily, monthly, and annual yields can be displayed in a graph. Period for a single yield value (here: day yield). y-axis: - Yield in kWh - With an extra M: yield in MWh - The scaling changes depending on the maximum value x-axis: time in hours / days/ months/ years. -
Page 36: Settings
9.3.3 Settings The control elements shown on the display, which are used for performing settings in the inverter, are described below using illustrative examples: Numerical settings Designation of the numerical setting. Value to be set; the selected value to be set is highlighted in black. - Page 37 Acoustic Alarm An acoustic alarm sounds (approx. 4,5kHz) when an event mes- sage is displayed. • Sounds twice: Warning • Sounds three times: Error The acoustic alarm is switched of with the factory default settings. Backlighting • off • automatic: switches on for 30 seconds when a button is pushed.
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Page 38: Service Menu
9.3.4 Service menu The following section describes the service menu items. Some items have password protection. You can also obtain the password from our technical support; see chapter 17. Notice Risk of reduced yields. Inverter and grid parameters can be changed in the service menu. The service menu may only be used by professional personnel who can ensure that the changes do not contravene the applicable regulations and standards. - Page 39 Voltage limits (peak values) The following voltage limits can be changed: • Upper voltage disconnection value • Lower voltage disconnection value (Figure left) The disconnection value relates to the peak value of the voltage. Frequency limits The following frequency limits can be changed: •...
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Page 40: Cooling
Technical details • Each characteristic curve is defined by 2 to 8 nodes. • A node is defined by the output power of the inverter (x-axis) and the associated phase shift (y-axis). • The phase shift can be set over a range of 0.95 (overexcitati- on) through 1.00 (no phase shift) to 0.95 (under excitation) •... - Page 41 Displayed data • Voltage and current of the solar generator • Power and current fed into the grid • Voltage and frequency of the power grid • Energy yields on a daily, monthly and annual basis • Error conditions, notes Logged data (EEPROM) •...
- Page 42 RS485-Bus The inverter communicates with other devices via an RS485 bus. The following applies: • The inverter has two RS485 interfaces (RJ45 sockets) on the lower side of the casing. • The beginning and end of the RS485 bus must be terminated; see P. 43. •...
- Page 43 • Use the pin assignment according to the table below if the alternative data connection cable isconnected to the RJ45 socket of the first inverter and to the connector of the data logger. Device Inverter Solar -Log WEB'log Signal Connection RJ45 Terminal strip RJ12...
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Page 44: Operation
9.6 Operation 9.6.1 Overview of operating functions and SET are illustrated. For the sake of clarity, only the operating buttons Status display Main menu Submenus Operation Yield Output power (energy fed into Daily yield grid) Overview of operating functions Remuneration Current day (amount of Daily yield... -
Page 45: General Operating Functions
9.6.2 General operating functions • Hidden content is shown using the buttons. • Repeated button presses: If need to be pressed repeatedly, you can alternatively hold these buttons pressed for a long time. The rate of repetition increases the longer the button is held. •... - Page 46 Editing selection lists containing check boxes √ A selection list with check boxes is displayed. 1. Press to select a check box. 2. Press SET. The state of the check box changes from on to off and vice-versa (preset check boxes cannot be changed). 3.
- Page 47 Calling up the service menu and editing the values 1. Select the Service menu item. 2. Press SET. The fig. shown at the left appears. 3. Press simultaneously for 3 s. The service menu is displayed. 4. Press to select a menu item. 5.
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Page 48: Self Test (Mandatory In Italy)
9.7 Self test The self test is mandatory for operation of inverters in Italy. Function The prerequisites for performing the self test are as follows: • The country Italy was selected during initial commissioning. • The level of solar irradiation is high enough to ensure that the inverter can feed the grid. During the self test, the inverter checks its switch-off behaviour with regard to too high / too low grid voltage and frequency (5 test phases, duration of approx. - Page 49 Operation Notice If Self test failed is displayed then repeat the self test as soon as possible so that the inverter can resume feeding. 7. Press several times until the message Self test passed is displayed. 8. Press SET to confirm the result of the self test. The status display appears.
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Page 50: Troubleshooting
9.8 Troubleshooting Faults are indicated by event messages as described below. The display flashes red. Table 6 contains notes on troubleshooting and fault correction. Structure Event messages have the following information: Symbol for the type of event message Date/time when the event occurred ACTIVE: The cause of the event message is still present or date/time when the cause of the event message was corrected. - Page 51 Event Message Description Type Grid Frequency The grid frequency at the inverter is less than the minimum permissible value. Due to legal requirements, the inverter switches automatically off while the error state is too low present. Contact your installer if this error occurs frequently. Grid Frequency The grid frequency at the inverter is greater than the maximum permissible value.
- Page 52 V voltage too high The input voltage at the inverter is greater than the maximum permissible value. Switch off the DC-circuit breaker at the inverter and contact your installer. PV current too high The input current at the inverter exceeds the permissible value. The inverter limits the current to the permissible value.
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Page 53: Registration And Warranty
10. Registration and warranty The standard product- and output warranty for this photovoltaic system (system warranty) runs for 5 years. It is possible to extend the system warranty to 7 years, by registering the SolarSet with Solar Frontier at www.solar-frontier.eu. -
Page 54: Accessories
For health and safety reasons, SF modules should not be disposed of with household garbage, and must be dealt with in accordance with local codes and regulations. Solar Frontier is a member of PV Cycle, marking its commitment to the environment and public safety. PV Cycle’s initiatives can be found at: http://www.pvcycle.org/ 14.2 Disposal of Solar Frontier inverter SF-WR... -
Page 55: Technical Data, Data Sheets And Certificates
25 °C, air mass 1.5. Isc and Voc are ±10 % tolerance of STC rated values. Module output may rise due to the Light Soaking Effect. Subject to simulator measurement uncertainty (using best-in-class AAA solar simulator and applying Solar Frontier preconditioning requirements): +10 % / -5 %. - Page 56 Module performance at low irradiance Efficiency reduction of maximum output from an irradiance of 1,000 W/m to 200 W/m at 25 °C is typically 2.0 %. The standard deviation for the reduction in efficiency is 1.9 %. Thermal characteristics NOCT 47 °C Temperature-coefficient Isc α...
- Page 57 Module drawing 1,257 ±2 1,257 ±2 1,257 ±2 431.5 ±5 13.5 ±5 454.5 454.5 372.5 ±1 372.5 ±1 431.5 ±5 ø 13.5 Grounding ø ø ±5 Mounting holes Mounting holes 454.5 454.5 13.7 ±1 372.5 372.5 ±1 ø Grounding ø ø...
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Page 58: Certificates For Solar Frontier Sf170-S
15.1.2 Certificates for Solar Frontier SF170-S Solar Frontier’s CIS thin-film modules are not only tested under extreme conditions, such as heat, cold and high stress tests, in our own research center, the Atsugi Research Center (ARC). Independent institutions, such as TÜV or Atlas 25+, confirm the long-term yield capabilities of our modules on the basis of accelerated aging tests. -
Page 59: Inverter
15.2 Inverter 15.2.1 Technical data inverter SF-WR-3000 SF-WR-3600 SF-WR-4200 DC-input side (PV generator connection) Number of DC-inputs Maximum start voltage 845 V 845 V 845 V Maximum input voltage 845 V 845 V 845 V Minimum input voltage for grid-feeding 350 V 350 V 350 V... - Page 60 SF-WR-3000 SF-WR-3600 SF-WR-4200 Efficiency values (at 5 %, 10 %, 20 %, 25 %, 30 %, 94,6%, 96,7%, 97,7%, 95,2%, 97,0%, 97,8%, 95,7%, 97,0%, 98,0%, 97,9%, 98,0%, 98,2%, 98,0%, 98,1%, 98,0%, 98,1%, 98,2%, 97,9%, 50 %, 75 %, 100 % of the rated power) 97,9%, 97,6% 97,8%, 97,5% 97,6%, 97,2% at maximum MPP voltage Efficiency reduction in case of a rise in ambient...
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Page 61: Technical Data Ac-Cable And Line Circuit Breakers
Note The requirements for the country-specific grid parameters may change at short notice. Contact the technical support of Solar Frontier if the parameters specified in Tab. 13 no longer correspond to the legally prescribed requirements in your country. See section 17. - Page 62 Voltage disconnection Voltage disconnection Frequency disconnection values (peak values) value ø (average value) values Country upper lower upper lower upper lower Name Display United Kingdom 4400 United Kingdom 15.0 0.50 −20 0.50 −13 −2.5 Switzerland 4100 Suisse 15.0 0.20 −20 0.20 600.0 –...
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Page 63: Eu - Declaration Of Conformity Inverter Sf-Wr
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Page 65: Plugs And Sockets
15.6 Plugs and Sockets 15.6.1 Product information plugs and sockets Features • UL, TÜV and CSA approved • Fully intermateable with industry standard • Meets all new NEC 2008 requirements • Quick and easy secure snap lock mating • Simple unlocking tool meets NEC requirements •... -
Page 66: Tüv Certificate Plugs And Sockets
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Page 67: Product Information Dc-Cable
DC-Cable 15.6.3 Product information DC-cable Features • UV-, ozone-, acid-, alkali- and weather-resistance • Flame-retardant, halogen-free • Good abrasion resistance, robust • Short-circuit-proof up to 200°C/5s, thanks to double insula- tion • Highly flexible for high mechanical stress • RoHS and REACH-conformant •... -
Page 68: Eu Declaration Of Conformity Dc-Cable
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Page 69: Tüv Certificate Dc-Cable
15.6.5 TÜV certificate DC-cable... -
Page 70: Exclusion Of Liability
16. Exclusion of Liability This manual is the proprietary information of Solar Frontier Europe GmbH (SF). Solar Frontier´s limited warranty will be voided if the ins- tructions here within are not strictly observed. Solar Frontier will not assume any liability for personal injuries and damage to property arising from improper use, wrong assembly, operation and maintenance of SolarSets. -
Page 71: Notes
18. Notes Inverter Type Serial number Installation company Company Contact Street City Telephone number E-Mail... -
Page 72: Appendices
19. Appendices 19.1 Installation SF-WR 150 mm ≥ 260 mm ≥ 160 mm 742.643 | Z0... -
Page 73: Ac-Plug Sf-Wr
Wieland Electric GmbH gesis gesis RST 20i2/20i3 Brennerstraße 10-14 19.2 AC-plug SF-WR Hotline: 96052 Bamberg Gebrauchsanleitung für Tel.: +49 (951) 9324-996 Tel. +49 (951) 9324-0 Steckverbinder 2-,3-polig Fax: +49 (951) 9326-996 Fax +49 (951) 9324-198 Email: BIT.TS@wieland-electric.com Internet: www.wieland-electric.com Stand/Updated: 10/2009 Instructions for use for Internet: www.gesis.com... - Page 74 Verschließen ACHTUNG / CAUTION Die Steckverbinder sind nicht zur Stromunterbrechung geeignet. Closing Trennen oder stecken Sie die Verbindung niemals unter Last! Verschraubung: The connectors are not for current interrupting. Never connect or Anzugsmoment disconnect under load! typ. 4+1 Nm Screw connection: Leiterdemontage Tightening torque Unlocking...
- Page 75 Gehäuseeinbau mit M25-Durchführung HINWEISE / NOTES Die Installationssteckverbinder RST 20i2…- i3… sind nach RL 94/9/EG (ATEX Housing installation with M25 feedthrough 95) An-hang I Geräte der Gerätegruppe II Kategorie 3G die nach RL 99/92/EG (ATEX 137) in der Zone 2 sowie den Gasgruppen IIA, IIB und IIC, die durch brenn- bare Stoffe im Bereich der Temperaturklassen T1 bis T6 explosionsgefährdet sind, 11,7 0,2 mm eingesetzt werden dürfen.
- Page 76 Japan Al Khobar Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Tel: +49 89 92 86 142 0 Tel. +39 080 89 66 984 Tel: +81 3 5531 5626 Tel: +966 3882 0260 Tel: +1 408 916 4150 www.solar-frontier.eu © Solar Frontier Europe GmbH...
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