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Fronius Primo 208-240 Operating Instructions Manual

Fronius Primo 208-240 Operating Instructions Manual

Inverter for grid-connected photovoltaic systems
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Fronius Primo 208-240:
Symbol Explanations and
Choosing the Location
Notes on Installation and
Connection
42,0426,0197,EA 014-29052017
Solar Energy
Operating Instructions
Inverter for grid-connected photo-
voltaic systems

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  • Page 1 / Perfect Charging / Perfect Welding / Solar Energy Operating Instructions Fronius Primo 208-240: Symbol Explanations and Inverter for grid-connected photo- voltaic systems Choosing the Location Notes on Installation and Connection 42,0426,0197,EA 014-29052017...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Symbol Explanations – Installation Position ..................Choosing the Location ..........................Intended Use............................Selecting a Location – General Information for Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2 ..........Selecting a Location – General Information for Fronius Primo 10.0–15.0 ..........Installation information ..........................Auswahl von Dübel und Schrauben......................

  • Page 5: Symbol Explanations

    In order to keep inverter heating as low as possible, the inverter should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Ideally, the inverter should be installed in a protected location, e.g., near the solar modules or under an over- hanging roof. Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT! The inverter must not be installed or operated above an altitude of 13,123 ft. (4000 m). > 13123 ft. > 4000 m Fronius Primo 10.0–15.0 max. 11811 ft. Altitude above sea level: up to 11,811 ft (3600 m) 3600 m IMPORTANT! The inverter must not be installed or operated above an altitude of 11,811 ft.

  • Page 7: Symbol Explanations - Installation Position

    Symbol Explana- tions – Installa- tion Position The inverter is suitable for vertical installation on a vertical wall or pillar. The inverter is suitable for horizontal installation. The inverter is suitable for installation on an inclined surface. Do not install the inverter on an inclined surface with the connection sockets facing upwards.
  • Page 8 Do not install the inverter so that it is overhanging with the connection sockets facing downwards. Do not install the inverter on the ceiling.

  • Page 9: Choosing The Location

    Fronius installation of components that are not expressly recommended or sold by Fronius. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage resulting from improper use.

  • Page 10: Selecting A Location - General Information For Fronius Primo 10.0-15.0

    Selecting a Loca- Please note the following criteria when choosing a location for the inverter: tion – General In- formation for Only install on a solid surface Fronius Primo Max. ambient temperatures: 10.0–15.0 -40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C) Relative humidity: 0–100%...

  • Page 11: Installation Information

    Installation information Auswahl von Dü- IMPORTANT! Je nach Untergrund ist unterschiedliches Befestigungsmaterial für die Mon- bel und Schrau- tage der Montagehalterung erforderlich. Das Befestigungsmaterial ist daher nicht im Lieferumfang des Wechselrichters enthalten. Der Monteur ist für die richtige Auswahl des Befestigungsmaterials selbst verantwortlich.

  • Page 12: Installing The Inverter On A Mast

    Installing the In- For installation of the inverter on a mast or verter on a Mast beam, Fronius recommends using the "Po- le clamp" (order no. SZ 2584.000) mast Fronius Primo 208-240 mounting kit from Rittal GmbH. Installation Help The kit can be used to mount the inverter on round or rectangular masts with the follo- wing diameters: from 40 to 190 mm...

  • Page 13: Notes On The Knockouts

    The wall bracket contains several knockouts of different sizes. When knocked out, the openings are used for the inputs of various wires. 1/2 in. for data communication cable (DATCOM) for Fronius Primo 3.8-8.2: 3/4 in. for AC and DC cables for Fronius 10.0-15.0: 3/4 in.
  • Page 14 When drilling out the knockouts at the back, place the wall bracket on an even surface with the back upwards so that shavings and pieces of metal can fall out of the wall bracket. Attach appropriate conduits to all knocked/drilled out knockouts. In the event of installation outside, only use watertight conduits and conduit fittings.

  • Page 15: Suitable Grids

    Suitable Grids Suitable Grids Inverters can be operated on the following grids: 208 V Delta - Corner Grounded, without neutral conductor 208 V Delta: 120 V WYE, with neutral conductor 220 V Delta - Corner Grounded, without neutral conductor 220 V Delta: 127 V WYE, with neutral conductor 240 V Delta - Corner Grounded, without neutral conductor 240 V: 120 V WYE, with neutral conductor 240 V: 120 V split phase, with neutral conductor...

  • Page 16: Notes On Connection Area

    Cables with the following design can be connected to the AC and DC terminals of the in- verter: Cu / Al Copper or aluminum: round, solid Copper: round, stranded, up to conductor class 4 Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2 Fronius Primo 10.0–15.0 Cable cross-sections: Cable cross-sections: Cu : min. AWG 14 - max. AWG 2...
  • Page 17 After removing the oxide layer of the cable end, rub in a neutral grease, e.g., acid-free and alkali-free Vaseline. Then immediately connect it to the terminal. Repeat the steps above whenever the cable is disconnected and then reconnected.

  • Page 18: Notes On Grid Connection

    NOTE! Loop the AC cables when connecting them to the AC terminals: Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2: min. 4 in. (102 mm) Fronius Primo 10.0–15.0: in accordance with NEC IMPORTANT! The ground conductor GND of the AC cable must be laid so that it is discon- nected last.

  • Page 19: Maximum Ac Fuse Protection

    100 mA is generally sufficient in this case. Nevertheless, false alarms can be trig- gered for the type A residual current circuit breaker in individual cases and de- pending on local conditions. For this reason, Fronius recommends that you use a residual current circuit breaker suitable for a frequency converter. Additional exter-...

  • Page 20: Notes On Dc Connection

    Note the temperature coefficients in the solar module data sheet. More exact data for sizing the solar modules can be obtained using calculation tools such as the Fronius Configuration Tool (available at http://www.solarweb.com). See NEC table 690.7 for the appropriate code-related voltage adjustment factor for crystalline silicon modules, or use the manufacturer’s specified voltage coefficient.
  • Page 21 Connecting 2–4 strings in Multi MPP Tracker mode: Connect the strings separately to the two PV 1 MPP Tracker inputs (DC+1/DC+2). The PV 2 DC- terminals can be used as desired, sin- ce they are connected internally. Set MPP TRACKER 2 to "ON" when star- ting for the first time (also possible in the ba- sic menu subsequently).

  • Page 22: Multi Mpp Tracker Inverter - Fronius Primo 10.0-15.0

    If only one string is used for connection to the inverter, connection DC+1 (pin 2) and WHEN ONLY ONE STRING IS USED DC+2 (pin 1) must be bridged. The cable cross-section of the DC connec- max. 36 A to PV 1 ting line and bridging wire must be the sa- a single me.

  • Page 23: Notes On Laying Data Communication Cables

    Ca- option card slots. bles In this case Fronius provides an appropriate dummy cover as an accessory: 42,0405,2020 ... for Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2 42,0405,2094 ... for Fronius Primo 10.0–15.0 IMPORTANT! If data communication cables are wired into the inverter, observe the follow-...

  • Page 24: Notes On Clipping The Inverter Into The Wall Bracket

    Notes on Clipping the Inverter into the Wall Bracket Clipping the In- The side areas of the housing cover are de- verter onto the signed to function as carrying grips and/or Wall Bracket handles. NOTE! The inverter is fitted with a lock for safety reasons, which al- Lock lows the inverter to be pivoted in...

  • Page 25: Notes On Anti-Theft Device

    Notes on Anti-theft device Anti-Theft Device Fronius Primo 3.8–8.2 only An optional anti-theft device is included in the scope of delivery. If required, the anti-theft device is installed before the inverter is screwed to the wall brack- To ensure that the fixing screws cannot fall out in the inverter's data communications area, these are fitted with a screw release.
  • Page 26 max 0.28 in. (7 mm) Fit the padlock to the anti-theft device...

  • Page 27: Notes On Software Updates

    Notes on Software Updates Notes on Soft- Insert the USB stick in the inverter data ware Updates communication area Access the Setup menu Select the "USB" menu item Select "Update Software" Install the update...

  • Page 28: Usb Stick As A Data Logger And For Updating Inverter Software

    Only delete all files together (sys, fld, csv). DALO.fld log file: Log file for reading out data in Fronius Solar.access. You can find additional information on the Fronius Solar.access Software in the "DAT- COM Detail" operating instructions at http://www.fronius.com DATA.csv log file: A log file for reading out data in a spreadsheet program (e.g., Microsoft®...

  • Page 29: Data Quantity And Memory Capacity

    Inverter no. Inverter type (DATCOM code) Logging interval in seconds Energy in watt-seconds with reference to the logging interval Inductive reactive power Capacitive reactive power Averages over the logging interval (AC voltage, AC current, DC voltage, DC cur- rent) Additional information Data Quantity and One USB stick with a memory capacity of 1 GB, for example, can record logging data at a Memory Capacity...

  • Page 30: Suitable Usb Sticks

    FAT16 FAT32 Fronius recommends that the USB stick only be used for recording logging data or for up- dating the inverter software. USB sticks should not contain any other data. USB symbol on the inverter display, e.g., in the "NOW" display mode:...

  • Page 31: Removing The Usb Stick

    Removing the Safety information for removing a USB stick USB Stick IMPORTANT! To prevent a loss of data, the connected USB stick should only be Do not disconnect removed under the following conditions: USB-Stick via the SETUP and "Safely remove USB / hardware"...

  • Page 32: Notes On Maintenance

    Notes on Maintenance Maintenance NOTE! For horizontal installation positions and when installing outside: check once per year that all screws are secured tightly. Maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by authorised personnel. Cleaning The inverter and the display can be cleaned with a damp cloth if necessary. Do not use any cleaning agents, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the inverter.

  • Page 33: Serial Number Sticker For Customer Use

    57 x 20 mm 67 x 20 mm Fronius Inverter Installation The customer can attach these stickers themselves in a clearly visible place, e.g. on the front of the inverter or on the operating instructions.
  • Page 36 Fronius International GmbH Fronius USA LLC Solar Electronics Division 4600 Wels, Froniusplatz 1, Austria 6797 Fronius Drive, Portage, IN 46368 E-Mail: pv-sales@fronius.com E-Mail: pv-us@fronius.com http://www.fronius.com http://www.fronius-usa.com Under http://www.fronius.com/addresses you will find all addresses of our sales branches and partner firms!

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