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SB13_21TL-IA-en-65 | Version 6.5
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  • Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY BOY 1300TL / 1600TL / 2100TL Installation Manual SB13_21TL-IA-en-65 | Version 6.5...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.10 SMA Grid Guard ........
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 6.3 AC Connection ......... 26 6.3.1 Requirements for the AC Connection .
  • Page 5 SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents 11 Decommissioning the Inverter......58 12 Technical Data ........60 13 Accessories .

  • Page 6: Information On This Manual

    Validity This manual is valid for the following device types from firmware version 4.50: • Sunny Boy 1300TL (SB 1300TL-10) • Sunny Boy 1600TL (SB 1600TL-10) • Sunny Boy 2100TL (SB 2100TL) Target Group This document is for skilled persons. Only persons with the appropriate skills are allowed to perform the tasks described in this manual (see Section 2.2 "Qualifications of Skilled Persons", page 8).
  • Page 7 SMA Solar Technology AG 1  Information on this Manual Icons Icon Explanation Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury...

  • Page 8: Safety

    • Do not install the product in potentially explosive atmospheres. For safety reasons, it is not permitted to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product. The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    SMA Solar Technology AG 2  Safety 2.3 Safety Precautions To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the product, read this section carefully and comply with the safety precautions at all times. Danger to life due to high voltages When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter.
  • Page 10 2  Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Damage to the inverter due to moisture and dust intrusion If the inverter is fitted with an ESS and this is not plugged in or not properly plugged in during operation, moisture and dust can penetrate the inverter. If the ESS is not correctly plugged in, the ESS contacts may be subject to wear, or the ESS may detach from the socket.

  • Page 11: Scope Of Delivery

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Scope of Delivery 3 Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any visible damage. Contact your specialist dealer if the delivery is incomplete or damaged. Figure 1: Parts included in the scope of delivery...

  • Page 12: Product Description

    4  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description 4.1 Sunny Boy The Sunny Boy is a transformerless PV inverter, which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid-compliant alternating current and feeds it into the electricity grid.
  • Page 13 SMA Solar Technology AG 4  Product Description Icon Explanation Refer to the documentation. This icon is located next to the yellow LED which indicates a fault or disturbance (see Section 10 "Troubleshooting", page 45). Protective conductor connection You can operate the display by tapping the enclosure lid as follows: •...

  • Page 14: Type Label

    • Device-specific characteristics You will need the information on the type label to use the product safely and for customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must be permanently attached to the product. Symbols on the Type Label...

  • Page 15: Electronic Solar Switch (Ess)

    SMA Solar Technology AG 4  Product Description Icon Explanation Degree of protection: IP65 The product is protected against dust intrusion and water jets from all angles. The product is suitable for outdoor installation. RAL quality mark for solar products The product complies with the requirements of the German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification.

  • Page 16: Display And Leds

    4  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4.4 Display and LEDs The display and the LEDs of the inverter are located on the enclosure lid and indicate the operating state of the inverter. Figure 4: Display and LEDs Item Explanation Two-line LC text display for displaying operating data and messages You can operate the display by tapping the enclosure lid as follows: •...

  • Page 17: Slot For Communication Interface

    4  Product Description 4.5 Slot for Communication Interface The inverter can be fitted with an SMA communication interface (e.g. RS485) or it may have been factory-fitted according to the order. This communication interface will enable the inverter to communicate with specific SMA communication products (for information on supported products, see www.SMA-Solar.com).

  • Page 18: Operating Parameters

    SMA Grid Guard code (for information on how to change parameters, see communication product manual). You can obtain the SMA Grid Guard code from SMA Solar Technology AG (to apply for the SMA Grid Guard code, see certificate "Application for...

  • Page 19: Installation

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Installation 5 Installation 5.1 Requirements for Installation Requirements for the mounting location: Danger to life due to fire or explosions Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials.
  • Page 20 5  Installation SMA Solar Technology AG Dimensions for wall mounting: Figure 5: Dimensions of wall mounting bracket SB13_21TL-IA-en-65 Installation Manual...
  • Page 21 This will prevent a reduction in inverter power as a result of high temperatures (details of temperature derating can be found in the Technical Information "Temperature Derating" at www.SMA-Solar.com). ☐ Observe the recommended clearances to walls as well as to other inverters or objects.
  • Page 22 5  Installation SMA Solar Technology AG Permitted and prohibited mounting positions: ☐ The inverter must be mounted in one of the permitted positions. This will ensure that no moisture can penetrate the inverter. ☐ The inverter should be mounted at eye level. This will ensure that display messages and LED signals can be read without difficulty.

  • Page 23: Mounting The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Installation 5.2 Mounting the Inverter Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery): ☐ 2 screws suitable for the weight of the inverter and the mounting surface ☐ 2 washers suitable for the screws ☐...

  • Page 24: Electrical Connection

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety during Electrical Connection Electric Shock When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage which is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter. Touching the DC conductors or the live components can lead to lethal electric shocks.

  • Page 25: Interior View

    Figure 9: Connection areas in the interior of the inverter Item Description Slot and connection area for SMA communication interface Flat male tab for earthing the cable shield when communication takes place via RS485 Fuse for the Electronic Solar Switch (ESS)**...

  • Page 26: Ac Connection

    AC current, type of cable, type of routing, cable bundling, ambient temperature and maximum specified line losses (for calculation of line losses, see design software "Sunny Design" from software version 2.0 at www.SMA-Solar.com). Switch-disconnector and cable protection: Damage to the inverter through use of screw-type fuses as switch-disconnectors Screw-type fuses (e.g., DIAZED or NEOZED fuses) do not have load disconnection properties and...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Inverter To The Electricity Grid

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6.3.2 Connecting the Inverter to the Electricity Grid Figure 10: Overview of the AC coupling socket Item Description Bush insert Threaded sleeve Sealing ring PG13.5 Clamping cage PG13.5 Pressure screw PG13.5 for cable diameter between 7 mm and 10 mm Cable gland M20x1.5 for cable diameter between 10 mm and 14 mm...
  • Page 28 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6. If the cable diameter is between 7 mm and 10 mm, use sealing ring, clamping cage and pressure screw as follows: – Push the sealing ring into the clamping cage. – Thread the PG13.5 pressure screw and the clamping cage with sealing ring onto the AC cable.
  • Page 29 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 12. When using pressure screw, clamping cage and sealing ring, screw the pressure screw firmly onto the threaded sleeve. In the process, the clamping cage will be pressed into the threaded sleeve and no longer be visible.

  • Page 30: Connecting Additional Earthing

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.3.3 Connecting Additional Earthing You can carry out additional earthing of the inverter enclosure if local requirements stipulate additional earthing or equipotential bonding. This will prevent touch current if the original protective conductor fails.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Pv Array

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection ☐ 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). ☐ If the inverter is not equipped with an Electronic Solar Switch and the regulations in the country of installation require an external DC switch-disconnector, you will need to install an external DC switch-disconnector.
  • Page 32 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Damage to the inverter due to moisture penetration The inverter is only properly sealed when all the unused DC inputs are closed with DC connectors and sealing plugs. • Do not insert the sealing plugs directly into the DC inputs on the inverter.
  • Page 33 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Risk of fire due to tightening of the ESS screw Perfect contact between the ESS and the inverter can only be guaranteed if the ESS plug remains flexible. • Do not tighten the screw in the plug of the ESS.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Fault Indicator Relay

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.5 Connecting the Fault Indicator Relay You can use the fault indicator relay to have inverter errors displayed or reported. Alternatively, you can choose to have fault-free operation displayed or reported. It is possible to connect several inverters to one fault or operation indicator.
  • Page 35 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Figure 12: Fault indicator relay and cable route Item Description Terminals of the fault indicator relay Cable route Enclosure opening with filler plug Requirements ☐ The technical requirements of the fault indicator relay must be complied with (see Section 12 "Technical Data", page 60).
  • Page 36 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Procedure: 1. Ensure that the inverter is disconnected from the power supply (see Section 8). 2. Remove all screws from the enclosure lid and pull the enclosure lid evenly forward and off. 3. Remove the protective conductor (PE) connection from the bottom of the enclosure lid.

  • Page 37: Initial Start-Up

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Initial Start-Up 7 Initial Start-Up 7.1 Procedure Before you can commission the inverter, you must check various settings and make any necessary changes. This section describes the procedure for initial start-up and provides an overview of the steps that must always be performed in the given sequence.

  • Page 38: Changing The Display Language

    ☐ A communication product that is appropriate for the type of communication used must be available. ☐ The responsible network operator must approve changes of grid-relevant parameters. ☐ An SMA Grid Guard code for changing the grid-relevant parameters must be available (to obtain this code, see certificate "Application for SMA Grid Guard-Code" at www.SMA-Solar.com).

  • Page 39: Commissioning The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Initial Start-Up 7.4 Commissioning the Inverter Requirements: ☐ The inverter is correctly mounted. ☐ The miniature circuit-breaker is correctly rated and installed. ☐ All cables are correctly connected. ☐ Unused DC inputs are sealed with appropriate DC connectors and sealing plugs.

  • Page 40: For Italy Only: Starting The Self-Test

    7  Initial Start-Up SMA Solar Technology AG 7.5 For Italy Only: Starting the Self-test The self-test only applies to inverters which are commissioned in Italy. The Italian standard requires that all inverters feeding into the electricity grid perform a self-test in accordance with CEI 0-21.

  • Page 41: Abortion Of The Self-Test

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Initial Start-Up 7.5.1 Abortion of the Self-Test If an unexpected disconnection requirement occurs during the self-test, the self-test is aborted. The same applies if the DC voltage is so low that feed-in cannot be continued.

  • Page 42: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    8  Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Before performing any work on the inverter, disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this section. Always adhere strictly to the given sequence.

  • Page 43: Recommissioning The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Recommissioning the Inverter 9 Recommissioning the Inverter If you have disconnected the inverter from voltage sources (e.g. for configuration purposes) and want to restart it, proceed as follows. Requirements: ☐ The miniature circuit-breaker is correctly rated.
  • Page 44 9  Recommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG Damage to the inverter due to moisture and dust penetration If the ESS is not plugged in or incorrectly plugged in during operation, moisture and dust can penetrate the inverter. If the ESS is not correctly plugged in, the ESS contacts may be subject to wear, or the ESS may detach from the socket.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10  Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting 10.1 LED Signals Description Status Explanation Green LED glowing Operation The specific status message is shown in the display (see Section 10.2.2 "Status Messages", page 46). flashing Conditions for grid connection are not yet fulfilled.

  • Page 46: Display Messages

    10  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 10.2 Display Messages 10.2.1 Measurement Channels Measurement channels are measured values which are shown on the display. The measurement channels can also be read out using a communication product. Measurement Explanation channel E-today Total amount of energy fed in on the current day Status Indicates the current operating state (see Section 10.2.2 "Status Messages",...

  • Page 47: Errors, Disturbances, Warnings

    If the DC voltage is above the maximum input voltage of the inverter, check the PV plant design or contact the installer of the PV array. 6. If this message recurs frequently, disconnect the inverter from voltage sources (see Section 8) and contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual SB13_21TL-IA-en-65...
  • Page 48 SMA Service Line. Bfr-Srr Internal measurement comparison fault or hardware defect. Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently. Check PE PE is not connected. Corrective measures: • Ensure that the AC cable is connected correctly (see Section 6.3.2 "Connecting the Inverter to the Electricity Grid", page 27).
  • Page 49 • Ensure that the mains frequency is within the permissible range. • If the mains frequency is within the permissible range and this message is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. GOOSE Timeout No valid Goose commands have been received for one minute. The GOOSE-GoAppId is incorrectly configured or no data can be transmitted.
  • Page 50 Description and Corrective Measures K1-Close Error during relay test. K1-Open Corrective measures: K2-Open • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently or several times in a row. MSD-dI Internal measurement comparison fault or hardware defect. MSD-Fac Corrective measures: MSD-Vac •...
  • Page 51 (see Section 8) and contact the SMA Service Line. Vinternal The internal hardware monitor has detected an overvoltage condition in the intermediate circuit of the inverter. Corrective measures: • If this message is displayed frequently, contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual SB13_21TL-IA-en-65...

  • Page 52: Cleaning The Inverter

    Internal program run disturbance. Watchdog Srr Corrective measures: • If this message is displayed frequently, contact the SMA Service Line. 10.3 Cleaning the Inverter Risk of burns from hot heat sink During operation, the heat sink at the top of the inverter can reach temperatures of over 70°C.

  • Page 53: Checking The Ess For Wear

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10  Troubleshooting 10.4 Checking the ESS for Wear The ESS is an optional device. Depending on the design of the ESS, you can recognise wear either on the metal tabs or on the plastic casing of the ESS.

  • Page 54: Red Led Permanently On

    • Determine the location of the earth fault via the ratio of the two measured voltages, and eliminate the earth fault. If there is no earth fault present and the message is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. SB13_21TL-IA-en-65...

  • Page 55: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10  Troubleshooting Example: Location of the earth fault The example shows an earth fault between the second and third PV modules. 3. Restart the inverter (see Section 9). 10.5.2 Checking the Function of the Varistors Figure 14: Varistors inside the inverter...
  • Page 56 – Order new varistors and insertion tools (see Section 13 "Accessories", page 65). – If new varistors are available, replace all varistors (see Section 10.5.3). If a conductive connection is present, contact the SMA Service Line. SB13_21TL-IA-en-65 Installation Manual...

  • Page 57: Replacing The Varistors

    SMA Solar Technology AG 10  Troubleshooting 10.5.3 Replacing the Varistors Proceed as follows to replace each varistor. 1. Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources (see Section 8). 2. Remove all screws from the enclosure lid and pull the enclosure lid evenly forward and off.

  • Page 58: Decommissioning The Inverter

    11  Decommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Decommissioning the Inverter Risk of injury when lifting the inverter, or if it is dropped The inverter is heavy (see Section 12 "Technical Data", page 60). There is risk of injury if the inverter is lifted incorrectly or dropped during transport or while being fixed to the wall mounting bracket.
  • Page 59 SMA Solar Technology AG 11  Decommissioning the Inverter 8. If a second protective conductor is connected, release the M6x16 cheese-head screw and remove the protective conductor. Risk of injury when lifting the inverter, or if it is dropped The inverter is heavy (see Section 12 "Technical Data", page 60). There is risk of injury if the inverter is lifted incorrectly or dropped during transport.

  • Page 60: Technical Data

    12  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Technical Data DC Input SB 1300TL-10 SB 1600TL-10 SB 2100TL Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 1,400 W 1,700 W 2,200 W Maximum input voltage 600 V 600 V 600 V...

  • Page 61: General Data

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Technical Data SB 1300TL-10 SB 1600TL-10 SB 2100TL Operating range at AC mains 44 Hz to 55 Hz 44 Hz to 55 Hz 44 Hz to 55 Hz frequency 50 Hz Operating range at AC mains...

  • Page 62: Protective Devices

    RD1699*, NRS 097-2-1**, DIN EN 62109-1, IEC 62109-2*** * To find out about restrictions in certain regions, contact the SMA Service Line. ** This standard stipulates that a special label be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the event of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.

  • Page 63: Electronic Solar Switch

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Technical Data Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC Connection AC connector Display LC text display ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology optional RS485, galvanically isolated optional Speedwire with Webconnect function optional Fault Indicator Relay Maximum AC switching voltage...
  • Page 64 12  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Torques Enclosure lid screws 2.0 Nm Screw for additional earthing 6.0 Nm Cheese-head screw for attaching the enclosure 6.0 Nm to the wall mounting bracket SUNCLIX swivel nut 2.0 Nm RS485 communication connection 1.5 Nm...

  • Page 65: Accessories

    13  Accessories 13 Accessories You will find the appropriate accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, you can order these from SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialist dealer. Designation Brief description SMA order number...

  • Page 66: Contact

    14  Contact SMA Solar Technology AG 14 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 • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 67 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Contact India SMA Solar India Pvt. Ltd. +91 022 61713844 Mumbai Italia SMA Italia S.r.l. +39 02 89347 299 Milano Luxemburg/ Siehe Belgien Luxembourg Voir Belgien (Belgique) Magyarország lásd Česko (Csehország) Nederland zie Belgien (België) Österreich...
  • Page 68 14  Contact SMA Solar Technology AG ‫تارامإلا‬ +971 2 698 5080 SMA Middle East LLC ‫ةيبرعلا‬ ‫يبظ وبأ‬ ‫ةدحتملا‬ Other International SMA Service Line Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE countries (+800 762 7378423) Niestetal SB13_21TL-IA-en-65 Installation Manual...
  • Page 71 Legal Provisions The information contained in this document is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Publishing its content, either partially or in full, requires the written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any internal company copying of the document for the purposes of evaluating the product or its correct implementation is allowed and does not require permission.
  • Page 72 SMA Central & Eastern Europe s.r.o. SMA Middle East LLC www.SMA-Czech.com www.SMA-Me.com SMA France S.A.S. SMA Portugal - Niestetal Services Unipessoal Lda www.SMA-France.com www.SMA-Portugal.com SMA Hellas AE SMA Solar (Thailand) Co., Ltd. www.SMA-Hellas.com www.SMA-Thailand.com SMA Ibérica Tecnología Solar, S.L.U.

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