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SMA Sunny Mini Central 9000TL Installation Manual

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SUNNY MINI CENTRAL 9000TL / 10000TL / 11000TL
Installation Guide
SMC9-11TL-IEN083620 | IME-SMCTL_9_10_11 | Version 2.0
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  • Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY MINI CENTRAL 9000TL / 10000TL / 11000TL Installation Guide SMC9-11TL-IEN083620 | IME-SMCTL_9_10_11 | Version 2.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Notes on this manual......7 Area of validity .
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG PV Generator (DC) Connection ......28 Power Balancer Connection ......31 5.5.1...
  • Page 5 SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Decommissioning ....... . 61 10.1...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG SMC9-11TL-IEN083620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Notes On This Manual

    Notes on this manual 1 Notes on this manual 1.1 Area of validity This installation guide describes the installation and commissioning of SMA Mini Central 9000TL (SMC 9000TL-10), 10000TL (SMC 10000TL-10) and 11000TL (SMC 11000TL-10) type inverters. 1.2 Target group Only qualified electricians may install and commission Sunny Mini Central units.

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    Notes on this manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1.5 Symbols Used The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document: DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 9: Security

    When designing the PV system, ensure that the values comply with the permitted operating range of all components at all times. The free design program "Sunny Design" (www.SMA.de/SunnyDesign) will assist you. The manufacturer of the PV modules must have approved the modules for use with this Sunny Mini Central unit.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Grounding the PV generator Comply with the local requirements for grounding the modules and the PV generator. SMA Solar Technology recommends connecting the generator frame and other electricity conducting surfaces such that there is continuous conduction and to connect them to the ground in order to reach maximum protection for property and persons.

  • Page 11: Unpacking

    SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 3 Unpacking 3.1 Delivery Scope Object Quantity Description Sunny Mini Central wall mounting bracket installation guide user manual set of documents with explanations and certificates Inverter accessories bag Communication accessories bag (optional), for packing list see separate communication manual...

  • Page 12: Check For Transport Damage

    Unpacking SMA Solar Technology AG 3.2 Check for Transport Damage Check the Sunny Mini Central for visible external damage, such as cracks in the housing or display. Please contact your dealer if you find any damage. 3.3 Identifying the Sunny Mini Central You can identify the Sunny Mini Central using the type label.

  • Page 13: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 4 Mounting 4.1 Selection of the Mounting Location DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion! Despite careful construction, a fire can occur with electrical devices. • Do not mount the Sunny Mini Central on flammable construction materials.

  • Page 14: Ambient Conditions

    Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 4.1.2 Ambient Conditions • The mounting location and mounting method must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the Sunny Mini Central. • Mounting on a solid surface. • The mounting location must be accessible at all times.

  • Page 15: Position

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 4.1.4 Position • Vertical installation or tilted backwards by max. 15°. • Never install the unit with a forward tilt. • Do not install horizontally. • Install at eye level to allow operating modes to be read at all times.

  • Page 16: Mounting Instructions

    Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 4.2 Mounting Instructions 1. Mark the position of the drill holes using the wall mounting bracket and drill the holes. In doing so, use two to four of the six holes in the middle. Holes for optional...
  • Page 17 SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting CAUTION! Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the Sunny Mini Central! The Sunny Mini Central weighs approximately 35 kg • Attach the wall mounting bracket with the corresponding mounting material (depending on the surface).
  • Page 18 The handle covers prevent dirt and insects from entering the device and if necessary, can be reordered from SMA Solar Technology (SMA order number: 45-7202, contact: see Page 65). Optional Anti-theft Protection To protect the Sunny Mini Central against theft, the rear face can be secured to the wall at the bottom using two single-use bolts.

  • Page 19: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5 Electrical Connection NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges can damage the Sunny Mini Central! Internal components of the Sunny Mini Central can be irreparably damaged by static discharge. • Ground yourself before you touch a component. 5.1 Overview of the Connection Area 5.1.1 View from Below...

  • Page 20: View From Inside

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.1.2 View from Inside The following diagram gives a schematic overview of the various components and connection points inside the Sunny Mini Central with the cover removed. SMC9-11TL-IEN083620 Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection A Jumper for communication (Page 43) B Display (Page 45) C Jumper for fan testing (Page 55) D Operating status LEDs (Page 48) Connection terminals for mains cable (AC) (Page 24) Screwing device for shield clamp for communication cable (Page 43)

  • Page 22: Connection To The Public Grid (Ac)

    The cable cross-section should be sized using the "Sunny Design" design program (www.SMA.de/SunnyDesign) so that output losses do not exceed 1 % at nominal power. The maximum cable lengths for each cable cross section are shown in the following table.

  • Page 23: Cable Requirements

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Load Disconnection Unit The maximal permissible rating is located in the technical data (see Page 62). DANGER! Danger to life due to fire! When a generator (Sunny Mini Central) and a consumer are connected to the same line circuit breaker, the protective function of the line circuit breaker is no longer guaranteed.
  • Page 24 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5. Insert the AC screw clamp into the cable opening from the outside and tighten it along with the nut from the inside. 6. Pull cable through. 7. Connect L, N and the protective earth (PE) to the terminal blocks in accordance with the labels.

  • Page 25: Additional Grounding Of The Housing

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Additional Grounding of the Housing If a second protective earth connection is required in the installation country (e.g. Switzerland), you can also ground the Sunny Mini Central with an additional protective earth on the connection terminal of the housing.

  • Page 26: Installing The String Fuses

    The Sunny Mini Central is equipped with factory-installed jumpers. The inputs are thus unprotected. If necessary, the jumpers can be replaced with special string fuses (thermal fuses). SMA Solar Technology offers at the moment the following add-on kits: • 5 x 8 A •...

  • Page 27: Installation Procedure

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Installation Procedure 1. Open the Sunny Mini Central as described in section 7.1 „Opening the Sunny Mini Central“ (48). 2. Remove all fuse extractors (slot see section 5.1.2 „View from Inside“ (20)). 3. Remove jumpers from the fuse extractors.

  • Page 28: Pv Generator (Dc) Connection

    • The connecting wires of the PV modules must be equipped with plug connectors to allow the ten DC plug connectors of the Sunny Mini Central to be connected to it. A pre-assembled set for connecting the free cable ends from a string is available as an accessory from SMA Solar Technology: Connection Set Order Code...
  • Page 29 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Connection Procedure DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the Sunny Mini Central! • Before connecting the PV generators, ensure that the line circuit breaker is switched off. 1. Remove the Electronic Solar Switch by pulling it downwards and slightly towards the wall.
  • Page 30 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 4. Connect the DC plug connectors. 5. Close unused input sockets with the sealing caps included in the packing list. 6. Check the Electronic Solar Switch for wear as described in section 8.2  and insert it until it audibly clicks into place.

  • Page 31: Power Balancer Connection

    The connections for the Power Balancer are galvanically isolated from the rest of the Sunny Mini Central circuit. Cable for the connection of the Power Balancer connector system The cable for the connection is not provided as standard, but rather must be ordered separately from SMA Solar Technology (order number: PBL-YCABLE-10). Installation Guide SMC9-11TL-IEN083620...

  • Page 32: Configuration

    The Power Balancer is deactivated at the factory using the "PowerBalancer" parameter (parameter setting = off) and can only be activated and configured using an SMA communication component. You will find options available for this in the Sunny Mini Central user manual or on the SMA Solar Technology website www.SMA.de.
  • Page 33 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection • PhaseGuard If one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals indicates a grid voltage fault and stops feeding in, the other two inverters also disconnect from the grid automatically. If one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals indicates a device fault and stops feeding in, the other two inverters are not affected and continue to feed in at full power.
  • Page 34 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG • PowerGuard If one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals indicates a grid voltage fault or device fault and stops feeding in, the other two inverters automatically limit their power to 5 kVA over a 10 minute average.
  • Page 35 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection • FaultGuard If one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals indicates a grid voltage fault and stops feeding in, the other two inverters also disconnect from the grid immediately. If one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals indicates a device fault and stops feeding in, the other two inverters also disconnect from the grid 5 minutes later.

  • Page 36: Cabling

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.5.2 Cabling The cabling of a group of three Sunny Mini Centrals is carried out according to the following diagram: Connecting Sunny Mini Centrals without a Power Balancer connector system When connecting Sunny Mini Centrals with a Power Balancer but without the Power Balancer connector system, you require for these Sunny Mini Centrals a special add-on kit (order number: PBL-SMC-10-NR).
  • Page 37 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 2. Plug the Power Balancer cable on the socket. The markers (1 to 3) must form a line, as illustrated on the right. 3. Tighten the cable screw connection with a half turn. The cable is firmly connected. The Power Balancer can now be activated via a communication device.
  • Page 38 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Extending the Cable If you must bridge large spans between two Sunny Mini Centrals, you can extend the Power Balancer cable. Use an "LiYCY" cable for this with the illustrated layout: Twisted cable pair 1 (1 x 2 x 0.25 mm²)

  • Page 39: Functionality Test

    Power Balancer and contact SMA Solar Technology if necessary. 3. Switch off the line circuit breaker for one of the three Sunny Mini Centrals. 4. The Sunny Mini Central with a deactivated line...

  • Page 40: Slot For Communication Interfaces

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.6 Slot for Communication Interfaces The communication interface is used for communication with special data acquisition devices or a PC with corresponding software. See the communication interface documentation for a detailed wiring diagram. This section describes how to install the communication interface in the Sunny Mini Central.
  • Page 41 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection A Interface slot B Screw terminals for connection of the communication wires C Jumper slot D Cable route (gray surface) Cable openings in the base of the Sunny Mini Central Screwing device for the shield clamp...

  • Page 42: Commissioning

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Commissioning Check the following requirements before commissioning: • correct connection of the AC (grid) cable • full connection of the DC cables (PV strings) • unused DC plug connectors on the underside of the housing are sealed with protective caps •...

  • Page 43: Display

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 6.1 Display Working Mode After fault-free grid connection of the Sunny Mini Central, it takes approximately one minute until the following display messages are shown alternately. The display messages shown before only have the purpose of indicating the initialization of the Sunny Mini Central and the process of controlling whether the power supply requirements are fulfilled.

  • Page 44: Setting The Display Language

    • Lower than 700 V: Reconnect the Sunny Mini Central to the PV generator as described in section 5.4 „PV Generator (DC) Connection“ (28). If the message occurs again, disconnect the Sunny Mini Central again and contact SMA Solar Technology (see section 12 „Contact“ (65)).

  • Page 45: Led Display

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 6.2 LED Display Overview Green Yellow Status Glows continuously is not glowing is not glowing OK (feeding operation) glows continuously is not glowing disturbance glows continuously OK (initialization) Blinks quickly is not glowing is not glowing...
  • Page 46 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Failure or Fault If the Sunny Mini Central detects a failure or fault, this is indicated through a blink code of the yellow and, where applicable, the red LEDs. For example, if the yellow LED glows for 5 seconds immediately after connection, then goes out for 3 seconds and then flashes briefly twice, there is a grid fault.
  • Page 47 Reconnect the Sunny Mini Central to the PV generator as described in section 5.4 „PV Generator (DC) Connection“ (28). If the message occurs again, disconnect the Sunny Mini Central again and contact SMA Solar Technology (see section 12 „Contact“ (65)). Installation Guide...

  • Page 48: Opening And Closing

    Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Opening and Closing NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges can damage the Sunny Mini Central! Internal components of the Sunny Mini Central can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge. • Ground yourself before you touch a component.
  • Page 49 SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the Sunny Mini Central! The capacitors in the Sunny Mini Central require five minutes to discharge. • Wait five minutes before opening the Sunny Mini Central.

  • Page 50: Closing The Sunny Mini Central

    Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 7.2 Closing the Sunny Mini Central 1. Secure the cover with six screws and the corresponding washers. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown on the right to a torque of 6 Nm. The toothing of the washers must face toward the cover.
  • Page 51 SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing NOTICE! Damage to the Electronic Solar Switch! If inserted incorrectly, the Electronic Solar Switch can be damaged by high voltages. • Press the handle firmly into place on the socket of the Electronic Solar Switch until it audibly engages.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Maintenance SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Maintenance 8.1 Checking Heat Dissipation 8.1.1 Cleaning the Fans If the fan guards are only covered in loose dust, they can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner. If you do not achieve satisfactory results with a vacuum cleaner, dismantle the fan for cleaning.

  • Page 53: Checking The Fans

    Sunny Mini Central accessories kit). Setting the Parameter 1. Request the installer password on the SMA Service Line (contact: see Page 65). 2. Set the "Fan Test" parameter to "1" in the installer mode. 3. Check the fans air-flow.

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Handle Covers

    Maintenance SMA Solar Technology AG 4. Check the fans air-flow. The Sunny Mini Central sucks air in from underneath and then blows it back out on the upper sides. Listen for any unusual noise, which could indicate incorrect installation or that the fans are faulty.

  • Page 55: Inspection Of The Electronic Solar Switch (Ess)

    SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance 8.2 Inspection of the Electronic Solar Switch (ESS) Check the Electronic Solar Switch for wear before you attach it. To do this, check the metal tongues on the inside of the plug for brown discoloration. Metal tongues If the metal tongues are brown or completely burned out (see figure below), then the Electronic Solar Switch can no longer reliably disconnect the DC side.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Please do not attempt any other repairs than those described here, but instead use the 24-hour replacement service (the Sunny Mini Central is made ready for shipping within 24 hours and then given to a shipping company) and the SMA Solar Technology repair service. 9.1 The Red LED is Continuously Illuminated (Ground Fault) The Sunny Mini Central has detected a ground fault in the PV generator.

  • Page 57: The Red Led Is Flashing

    SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting The approximate position of the ground fault can be determined from the ratio of the measured voltages between plus against ground potential and minus against ground potential. For example: The ground fault is between the second and third module in this case.
  • Page 58 • Close the Sunny Mini Central as described in section 7.2 „Closing the Sunny Mini Central“ (50). • Discuss further steps with the SMA Technical Service Line. There is no conducting connection: The respective varistor is not working and must be replaced.

  • Page 59: Replacing The String Fuses ()

    The Sunny Mini Central can be damaged if the string fuses burn out! When using commercially available fuses, it cannot be ensured that they will function correctly and in case of a fault, the fuses may burn out. • Only use add-on kits provided by SMA Solar Technology. Installation Guide SMC9-11TL-IEN083620...
  • Page 60 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Equip all slots with a string fuse To ensure that the fuse monitoring function is working properly, all five slots must be equipped with the appropriate fuses at all times. This also applies if fewer strings are connected! 5.

  • Page 61: Decommissioning

    Dispose of the Sunny Mini Central at the end of its service life in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic scrap which apply at the installation site at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA Solar Technology with shipping paid by sender, and labeled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("for disposal") (contact: see Page 65).

  • Page 62: Technical Data

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Technical Data 9000TL-10 10000TL-10 10000TL-10 PV Generator Connection Data Max. input voltage 700 V PV 0 (based on -10 °C cell temperature) Input voltage 333 V ... 500 V DC Input voltage, MPP range Max.
  • Page 63 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 9000TL-10 10000TL-10 10000TL-10 General data EC Declaration of Conformity enclosed set of documents, download area www.SMA.de Dimensions (W x H x D) approx. 468 mm x 613 mm x 242 mm Weight approx. 35 kg...

  • Page 64: Efficiency Curve

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 9000TL-10 10000TL-10 10000TL-10 Protective function AC side Short-circuit tolerance Current control All-pole disconnection unit on grid side Automatic disconnection device (SMA grid guard 2.1) Efficiency η Max. efficiency 98 % η CEC rebate efficiency...

  • Page 65: Contact

    SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 12 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • inverter type • series number of the Sunny Mini Central •...
  • Page 66 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG SMC9-11TL-IEN083620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: Exclusion Of Liability

    The use of supplied software produced by SMA Solar Technology AG is subject to the following conditions: • SMA Solar Technology AG rejects any liability for direct or indirect damages arising from the use of software developed by SMA Solar Technology AG. This also applies to the provision or non-provision of support activities.
  • Page 68 SMA Solar Technology AG www.SMA.de Sonnenallee 1 34266 Niestetal, Germany Tel.: +49 561 9522 4000 Fax: +49 561 9522 4040 E-Mail: Vertrieb@SMA.de Freecall: 0800 SUNNYBOY Freecall: 0800 78669269...

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