ILUMEN PIDBOX Installation Manual
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Summary of Contents for ILUMEN PIDBOX
- Page 1 ILUMEN PID SOLUTION ILUMEN PIDBOX Utility INSTALLATION MANUAL Ilumen PIDbox utility – Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Scope of delivery ............................... 5 Product description ..............................5 Mounting ..................................6 Mounting location requirements ......................6 Mounting the Ilumen PIDbox utility using the mounting holes ..........6 Electrical connections ............................. 7 Earth connection ............................. 7 Solar array and inverter connections ..................... 8 Connection Diagrams ............................ - Page 3 Ilumen Disposing of the PIDbox utility....................... 13 Troubleshooting ..............................14 10.1 Faults................................. 14 10.2 No good PID regeneration ........................14 10.3 Resetting the PIDbox utility ........................14 10.4 Repairing the PIDbox utility ........................15 Contact .................................. 15 Technical data ..............................16...
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Page 4: Information On This Manual
2.1 A PPROPRIATE USAGE The Ilumen PIDbox utility applies a voltage to PV modules in reference to earth. The device may only be switched on when the installation is executed as described in this manual. Before installing the Ilumen PIDbox utility, ensure that the permitted operating range of each component is maintained at all times. -
Page 5: Qualifications Of Skilled Persons
The Ilumen PIDbox utility is placed between the inverter and the solar array strings. The power of the strings goes through the PIDbox utility, entering on one side “PV in” and leaving on the other “Inv. out”. This means the Ilumen PIDbox utility is placed in series between the PV panels and the inverter. -
Page 6: Mounting
Do not place the Ilumen PIDbox utility in a dusty environment. The ambient temperature must be between -10 and 35°C. Normally the PIDbox utility is installed right next the inverter or close to the DC- combiner box. -
Page 7: Electrical Connections
LECTRICAL CONNECTIONS When installing the Ilumen PIDbox utility, the DC side of the PV plant must be switched off. After the installation is done, you can switch the DC switch back on. Also switch on the circuit breaker manually when needed inside the PIDbox utility. -
Page 8: Solar Array And Inverter Connections
PIDbox utility. Make sure this is never exceeded. Make sure the PV arrays are connected to the “PV in A” and “PV in B” side of the Ilumen PIDbox utility, NEVER to the “INV out A” or “INV out B” side. Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0... -
Page 9: Connection Diagrams
IAGRAMS Several solutions are possible. Here you find the most common possible connections. 6.3.1 O MPPT, 1 CIRCUIT BREAKER NVERTER 6.3.2 T MPPT, 1 CIRCUIT BREAKERS NVERTER 6.3.3 T MPPT, 2 CIRCUIT BREAKERS NVERTER Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0... -
Page 10: Schematics
Ilumen 6.4 S CHEMATICS Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0... -
Page 11: Commissioning
Do a final check whether everything is properly mounted and connected (see chapter 5 and 6 for details): The PV frames are all connected to the same earth as the earth pin of the Ilumen PIDbox utility The PV and inverter DC cables are correctly connected ... -
Page 12: Manually Activate Dc-Circuit Breakers
“charged” appear in the window. Press the “I” button again. This should only be done after all DC-connections are made. ‘I’-button lever Make sure all connections are made properly before activating the DC-circuit breaker manually. Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0... -
Page 13: Installation Summary
1) Take the necessary safety precautions (DC switch of the inverter off). 2) Mount the Ilumen PIDbox utility correctly to a wall using the mounting holes. 3) Connect the Ilumen PIDbox utility earth bar to the frames of the PV modules and check the interconnections between the PV casings. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
ESETTING THE BOX UTILITY The PIDbox utility can simply be reset by switching off the AC-power. Wait 20 seconds and switch the AC-power back on. If resetting does not help fixing your problem, please consult chapter 10.1 of this manual. -
Page 15: Repairing The Pidbox Utility
Ilumen 10.4 R EPAIRING THE BOX UTILITY Do not try to repair the PIDbox utility by yourself without contacting iLumen. The warranty will be void. Always contact iLumen technical service if your PIDbox utility is broken. 11 C ONTACT Ilumen bvba... -
Page 16: Technical Data
IP65 – outdoor use (specify when ordering) Configuration Maximum one MPPT per DC-input None of the connected solar module poles may become grounded Communication Optional GPRS Various Warranty Up to 20 years Certificates www.ilumen.be Registration before use www.myilumen.be Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0... - Page 17 Ilumen Installation Manual Ilumen PIDbox Utility v1.0...
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