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  • Page 1 PowerRouter installation and operatingmanual Solar 5kW - 3.7kW - 3kW English...
  • Page 3 Installation and operating manual PowerRouter type PR50S - PR37S - PR30S N.V. Nederlandsche Apparatenfabriek “Nedap” The Netherlands Manual part-number 5277337 revision A.01, November 1 2010...
  • Page 4 Safety Information This manual contains instructions for the PowerRouter, that should be followed during installation, operation and maintenance of the unit. The PowerRouter is designed and tested according to international safety requirements, but, as with all electrical and electronic equipment, certain precautions must be observed when installing and/or operating the PowerRouter.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information ..................iv Foreword ......................vi 1 Introduction ....................7 2 Safety ......................8 3 Transportation and storage ................9 4 Unpacking and inspection ................10 5 Mounting ....................11 5.1 Choosing a mounting location ..............11 5.2 Dimensions and recommended clearances ........... .13 5.3 Mounting procedure .................

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Nedap N.V. has carefully assembled the content in this manual. The contents of this manual are not legally binding. Nedap N.V. is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage of any kind arising from or related to the use of this manual as a whole or parts within.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Some of the features included are: • On-grid and Off-grid • Route power as defined by the user • LCD Display + LED indicators for criti- • Compatible with all NEDAP PowerRouter cal functions products • Temperature regulated fan cooling •...

  • Page 8: Safety

    2 Safety This chapter is intended for installers Anti-Islanding protection The PowerRouter has build-in anti-islanding protection functionality. Check your country regulation for using the correct anti-islanding setting. During a power failure, your solar installation will switch off. During this event, the PowerRouter unit will disconnect from the grid and will continue supplying your loads.

  • Page 9: Transportation And Storage

    3 Transportation and storage This chapter is intended for installers and transports Figure 2 Transportation box Transportation notes: • Use box upright as marked • Stack boxes 3 high maximum • Weight of box with PowerRouter: approx. 18kg • Box size (W x H x D): 650 x 615 x 236 mm •...

  • Page 10: Unpacking And Inspection

    If it becomes necessary to return the PowerRouter, please use the original packaging in which it was delivered. PowerRouter box content: 1 PowerRouter PR50S part no. 9560688 1 PowerRouter PR50S with PV-switch part no. 9560947 1 PowerRouter PR37S part no. 9560874 1 PowerRouter PR37S with PV-switch part no.

  • Page 11: Mounting

    5 Mounting This chapter is intended for installers This section provides guidelines to help you select the best mounting location, suggestions to ensure optimum performance, cautions and warnings that you should follow in order to avoid injury and/or equipment damage, plus step-by-step instructions for mounting a PowerRouter unit.
  • Page 12 Danger to life due to fire or explosion. There is always a certain risk with electric devices that a fire may occur, danger even though the greatest attention has been paid to precluding this during development. Do not install the PowerRouter: •...

  • Page 13: Dimensions And Recommended Clearances

    PowerRouter. Bracket holes (2 x) Mounting holes (2 x) Figure 5 External Dimensions of the PowerRouter (in mm) Use the drill template for drilling the bracket and mounting holes (Nedap part- number 5555426) min. 300 mm min. 300 mm...

  • Page 14: Mounting Procedure

    5.3 Mounting procedure The PowerRouter is shipped with a wall-mounting bracket that is suitable for use on most walls. The bracket has 2 holes. Make sure that the wall you choose to mount the PowerRouter on is sturdy enough to support its weight (15.5 kg) over a long period of time and that the wall is plumb.

  • Page 15: Wiring

    6 Wiring This chapter is intended for installers This section provides step-by-step procedures and other information required for wir- ing the PowerRouter to the PV array and the utility grid. To complete the installation in a safe and efficient manner follow the steps in the order that they appear. Read all of the instructions, cautions, and warnings on the PowerRouter, the PV array and this installation guide before connecting or operating the PowerRouter.
  • Page 16 Bypass switch Bypass switches are crucial components with which the PowerRouter supports critical load situations. (The PowerRouter acts as an UPS system) The bypass switch allows you to switch off the PowerRouter for maintenance, without cutting power to the load. When the switch is activated, the mains supply is redirected away from the PowerRouter, and directly to the load.

  • Page 17: Wiring Ac Connections

    6.1 Wiring AC Connections This section describes the AC connections of the PowerRouter to the utility grid and the load. breaker box Figure 10 AC connection schematic Connect the wires that carry the AC voltage from the PowerRouter to the utility grid in the order described in this procedure.
  • Page 18 Connecting the wires to the PowerRouter terminal blocks. Use 2.5 mm² wires minimal. 1. Turn OFF the main breaker in the main utility breaker box. 2. Connect the AC Grid/Utility ground wire to the AC Grid/Utility terminal labeled 3. Connect the AC Grid/Utility L wire to the AC Grid/Utility terminal labeled L 4.

  • Page 19: Wiring Solar Connections

    6.2 Wiring Solar connections This section describes the connection of the solar panels to the PowerRouter. Figure 12 Solar connection scheme. Internal PV-switch is only available in the PR50S with part no. 9560947, PR37S with part no. 9561145 and PR30SBwith part no. 9561188 Connecting the PV string connectors to the PV terminals.
  • Page 20 Figure 14 do not connect 1 string to both PV terminals simultaneous The PowerRouter models are provided with 2 independant inputs, there for not connect 1 PV-string on both PV terminals simultaneously warning All electrical installations must be done in accordance with all local electrical regulations.
  • Page 21 Connect the wires that carry the DC voltage from the PV array to the PowerRouter in the order described in the previous procedure. danger Deviating from this procedure could expose you to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury and/or death. PV arrays are energized when exposed to light.

  • Page 22: Wiring Communication Connection

    This is normally a standard setting of the network. It can be tested by connecting a PC to this connection and trying to surf on the internet. Do not use proxy’s. Please contact Nedap help desk on how to deal with a proxy.

  • Page 23: Wiring Optional Connections

    6.4 Wiring optional connections This section describes the connection of the PowerRouter to the optional connections. CAN bus connection: for future use The CAN bus is not intended for looping to other PowerRouter units. CAN connector Figure 18 CAN bus port AC Grid/Utility Line Out Figure 19 location of the relay...

  • Page 24: Commissioning

    7 Commissioning This chapter is intended for installers This section describes the commissioning of the PowerRouter before operating. Commissioning steps: 1. Switch utility grid to the PowerRouter In the case of a bypass switch see figure 20 otherwise see figure 21. 2.

  • Page 25: Operation

    8 Operation This chapter is intended for installers and users This section describes the operation of the PowerRouter unit. Figure 22 PowerRouter user panel (display and buttons) 8.1 Getting started When the PowerRouter is off, set the main switch to ON. Figure 23 User panel , ON/OFF main switch Switching the PowerRouter On or Off Power ON:...

  • Page 26: Displays And Messages

    8.2 Displays and Messages Description of the buttons and display Display: The display consist of 4 rows and 20 characters. It displays user messages, settings and errors. Led indicators: • Operational: PowerRouter is operational. • Charging: Not applicable • Grid: Grid is available / connected.

  • Page 27: Display Menu

    8.3 Display menu This section describes the display menu structure and the information that is displayed. Figure 25 PowerRouter display Menu Function Main menu: Select a menu Historical data Time menu Date menu Display menu Error menu System menu Language menu Historical data: Energy delivered to grid today Energy delivered to grid yesterday...
  • Page 28 Language menu: Language can be set here Set to English To select this language menu, in the Set to Nederlands main menu hold ‘YES’ for 1 second. Set to Deutsch Then select a language: English, Dutch or German. Navigation buttons The display is accompanied by 4 buttons with the following functionality: •...
  • Page 29 Main Menu The main menu is entered by pressing a button when the default display is shown: +--------------------+ |=====Main Menu======| |>Historical data <| | Time Menu | Date Menu +--------------------+ | Display Menu | Error Menu | System Menu +--------------------+ Keys: •...
  • Page 30 Time Menu Time menu, default: +--------------------+ |=====Time Menu======| |>00:00 <| +--------------------+ Keys: • Yes Edit hour. • No Return to main menu. Time menu, edit hour: +--------------------+ |=====Time Menu======| |>00<00 +--------------------+ Keys: • Up, Down Change hours. • Yes Edit minutes. •...
  • Page 31 Date Menu Date menu, default: +--------------------+ |=====Date Menu======| |>0000-Mmm-00 <| +--------------------+ Keys: • Yes Edit year • No Return to main menu Date menu, edit year: +--------------------+ |=====Date Menu======| |>0000<Mmm-00 +--------------------+ Keys: • Up, Down Change years. • Yes Edit months. •...
  • Page 32 Display Menu Display menu: +--------------------+ |====Display Menu====| |>Default Items <| | Backlight Mode | Line 1 Menu +--------------------+ | Line 2 Menu | Line 3 Menu | Line 4 Menu +--------------------+ Keys: • Up, Down Select another line. • Yes On Default Items: select default items (local power, grid power, solar power and battery capacity) and return to the default display On Backlight mode menu: Enter Backlight menu...
  • Page 33 Line 1, 2, 3, 4 menu: +--------------------+ |=====Line 1 Menu====| |>Time <| | Date | Weekday +--------------------+ | Solar Power | Local AC Pwr | Grid Power | Batt. St./Auton. | To grid yesterday | To grid today | To grid last week | To grid this week +--------------------+ Keys:...
  • Page 34 System Menu System menu: +--------------------+ |====System Menu=====| |>System Reset <| +--------------------+ Keys: • Up, Down (no effect) • Yes Select system reset menu. • No Return to main menu. System reset menu: +--------------------+ |====System Reset====| |>No <| | Yes +--------------------+ Keys: •...
  • Page 35 Error Screen Error screen: +--------------------+ |=======Error========| W005-H +--------------------+ The error screen only appears for soft and hard errors. A soft error may be replaced by an hard error, but not the other way around. It disappears on any of the following events: •...

  • Page 36: Malfunctions And Errors

    9 Malfunctions and errors This chapter is intended for installers and users This section give information in case of a malfunction or errors of the PowerRouter. The PowerRouter will indicate the malfunction on the unit at a glance. Both by the LED indicators (see figure 24) and the display (figure 25).
  • Page 37 Soft error A soft error is a problem that prevents the module from functioning, e.g. a high tem- perature. The error needs to be cleared before the module can continue. The module might do this in full autonomy, for example when the temperature has dropped to an acceptable level.

  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    10 Cleaning and maintenance This section is intended for installers and users This section describes the cleaning and maintenance of the PowerRouter unit. The PowerRouter is designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Every 12 months (once per year) clean the housing and check that there is no airflow obstruction.

  • Page 39: De-Commissioning

    11 De-commissioning This chapter is intended for installers This section describes the de-commissioning procedure of the PowerRouter unit. The PowerRouter must be de-commissioned for repair or disposal. Shutting down procedure: 1. Switch the On/Off switch to OFF 2. Disconnect DC- and AC-lines using breaker-switches, switches or disconnects. 3.

  • Page 40: Disposal

    12 Disposal This chapter is intended for installers and users This section give some information about disposal of the PowerRouter unit. Dispose of the PowerRouter unit according to the Management of Electrical and Elec- tronic Equipment Decree and Regulations when it comes to its end of life or for other reasons.

  • Page 41: Appendix A Warranty

    Our quality control program ensures that each PowerRouter unit is manufactured to exact specifications and is thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. The Nedap factory warranty period is 5 years as from the purchase date of the PowerRouter unit. The warranty conditions are based on the European EU directive no. 99/44/EG. The legal rights are applied for unimpeded.

  • Page 42: Appendix B Setup Of The Powerrouter Using The Usb Connection

    • Download the installation software tool from the PowerRouter web site • Go to www.powerrouter.com and login with your login name and password. • The login name and password will be provided by Nedap. Figure 28 Connect a pc to the PowerRouter using a USB cable...

  • Page 43: Appendix C Troubleshooting

    Appendix C Troubleshooting Our quality control program ensures that each PowerRouter unit is manufactured to exact specifications and is thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. If you en- counter difficulty with the operation of your unit, please follow the steps below in an effort to correct the problem.

  • Page 44: Appendix D Error Codes

    Appendix D Error codes Code Module Type Error cause User recommended action S002-S SOLAR SOFT Over temp Solar Check ambient temperature of PowerRouter. Check for ob- structions in the air flow chan- nel. S004-S SOLAR SOFT Solar panel volt- Check solar panel configuration age too high and wiring.
  • Page 45 Code Module Type Error cause User recommended action D025-S DCAC SOFT DC current in- Contact your dealer if this fault jection exceeds occurs frequently limits D027-H DCAC HARD DC bus too high Contact your dealer if this fault during cold start occurs frequently D028-H DCAC...

  • Page 46: Appendix E Web Application

    Appendix E Web application www.myPowerRouter.com Interact with your PowerRouter through the www.myPowerRouter.com web portal. All PowerRouters can be connected to the Internet in order to monitor and control their performance. Users can easily manage their own PowerRouter from a computer or mobile device, via the web portal.

  • Page 47: Appendix F Technical Specifications

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Nedap could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Figure 32 Rating label of the PowerRouter (example)
  • Page 48 AC / ENERGy MANAGER MODULE PR50S PR37S PR30S AC Input Range 180 - 254 Vac 45 - 55 Hz * Output Voltage in UPS / Inverter / Grid mode 230 VAC ±2% true sine wave <5% THD Frequency 50 Hz ±0.2% C (P nom) 5000 VA 3700 VA...
  • Page 49 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Range (full power) - 10 C to 50 C (derating from 40 Storage Temperature - 40 C to 70 Humidity maximum 95% non condensing Regular Approvals and Standards Safety EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29, EN 60950-1, EN 62040-1, EN 62109-1 Emission EN 55014-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3...

  • Page 50: Appendix G Install Sheets

    Appendix G Install sheets Drill template PR50S Refer to installation manual Nedap part-number 5277337 for details minimum 300 mm free area minimum 300 mm free area mounting drill hole mounting drill hole maximum ø5.5 mm maximum ø5.5 mm Mounting bracket...

  • Page 51: Appendix H Pv-Ms Tool

    Appendix H PV-MS tool In order to prevent damage on the PV connector during disconnection of the PV from the PowerRouter, it is advisable to use the pv-ms tool to open the PV con- nector locking device.. Figure 35 Disconnect the PV connector from the PowerRouter with pv-ms tool. PV disconnection procedure 1.

  • Page 52: Glossary

    Glossary Alternating Current The CE marking (also known as CE mark) is a mandatory conformity mark on many products placed on the single market in the European Economic Area (EEA). The CE marking certifies that a product has met EU consumer safety, health or environmental requirements. CE stands for Conformité...
  • Page 53 Symbol of a pv system Symbol of a utility grid Symbol of a load Symbol of a battery Symbol of a generator Symbol of a computer...

  • Page 54: Index

    Index AC 17 Interference 47 AC Grid/Utility 18 Internet 22, 46 AC Line Out 18 IP21 11 Anti-Islanding protection 8 Label 11 Backlight menu 32 Language menu 34 Box content 10 LCD 52 Box size 9 LED 26, 43 Bracket hole 13 Legend 33 Breaker box 17 Load 17, 53...
  • Page 55 System Menu 34 Time menu 30 Transportation 9 UPS 52 USB 42 Usb connection 22 USB port 22 Utility grid 17, 53 Vibration 11 Wall-mounting bracket 10 Webportal 46 WEEE Directive 40 Www.myPowerRouter.com 46 Www.powerrouter.com 7...

  • Page 56: Notes

    Notes...
  • Page 63 the PowerRouter you’re in charge E welcome@PowerRouter.com www.PowerRouter.com...
  • Page 64 your installer the PowerRouter you’re in charge Manual part no.: 5277337,A.01...

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