Connecting The Pv Array - SMA 5000TL Operating Manual

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☐ The same number of series-connected PV modules must be connected to each string.
☐ The maximum input current per string must be maintained and must not exceed the through-
fault current of the DC connectors (see Section 11 "Technical Data", page 59).
☐ The thresholds for the input voltage and the input current of the inverter must be adhered to
(see Section 11 "Technical Data", page 59).
☐ The positive connection cables of the PV modules must be fitted with the positive DC
connectors (for information on assembling DC connectors, see the DC connector installation
manual).
☐ The negative connection cables of the PV modules must be fitted with the negative DC
connectors (for information on assembling DC connectors, see the DC connector installation
manual).
Use of Y adapters for parallel connection of strings
The Y adapters must not be used to interrupt the DC circuit.
• Do not use the Y adapters in the immediate vicinity of the inverter. The adapters must not
be visible or freely accessible.
• In order to interrupt the DC circuit, always disconnect the inverter as described in this
document (see Section 10, page 57).
6.5.2

Connecting the PV Array

Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage
If the open-circuit voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of the inverter,
the inverter can be destroyed due to overvoltage.
• If the open-circuit voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of the
inverter, do not connect any strings to the inverter and check the design of the PV system.
Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage
• Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range of 1000 V or higher.
Procedure:
1. Ensure that the circuit breaker is switched off from all three line conductors and that it cannot
be reconnected.
2. If the ESS is plugged in, remove the ESS.
3. If the protective cover is mounted, loosen the two screws of the protective cover using an Allen
key (AF 5) and remove the protective cover.
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