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- Page 1 Technical Information PIKO MP plus 1.5-1 - 4.6-2...
- Page 2 Legal notice KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH Hanferstraße 6 79108 Freiburg i. Br. Germany Phone +49 (0)761 477 44 - 100 Fax +49 (0)761 477 44 - 111 www.kostal-solar-electric.com Proper use The inverter converts direct current into alternating current. This can be used as follows:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Special connection features (only Italy) .............. 21 Installing the inverter ............... 22 Safety instructions for installation ............... 22 Mounting the inverter ..................24 5.2.1 Attaching the mounting plate ................24 5.2.2 Fixing the inverter to the mounting plate ............. 24 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 4 Displaying yields ....................37 8.4.2 Generator characteristic curve ................37 8.4.3 Event log ......................38 8.4.4 Information ......................38 8.4.5 Self-test (only Italy) ..................... 39 8.4.6 Settings ....................... 40 8.4.7 Service ........................ 43 Web portal ................45 © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 5 Cleaning ......................53 Disposal ..................54 Technical data ................54 13.1 PIKO MP plus 1.5-1, 2.0-1, 2.5-1, 3.0-1 and 3.6-1..........54 13.2 PIKO MP plus 3.0-2, 3.6-2 and 4.6-2 ..............57 Table of countries ..............59 Warranty terms and further information ......... 59 Contact info and service ............
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Page 6: General Information
General information Thank you for choosing an inverter from KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH! We wish you consistently good energy yields with the inverter and your photovoltaic system. If you have any technical questions, please call our service hotline: Germany and other countries ... -
Page 7: General Information
Data sheets, country tables, and certificates are available in the download area of the KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH homepage. Monitoring portal The KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal monitoring portal of KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH offers online monitoring of the PV system at no charge: www.kostal-solar-portal.com... -
Page 8: Scope Of Delivery
Scope of delivery Inverter DC plug (one pair per DC connection) Mounting plate Sealing cap (3 units) AC plug Installation and operating instructions Labelling Type plate Safety marks © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 9: Type Plate
Degree of protection Technical data of the DC input Item number and product name EU Declaration of Conformity The products described in this document comply with the applicable European directives. Find the certificates on our website: www.kostal-solar-electric.com/download. Abbreviations Abbreviation Description Alternating Current... -
Page 10: Safety
• Disconnect inverter from both voltage sources (power grid and PV generator) prior to any work on the inverter. • Always carry out the measures described in this document in the specified sequence. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 11: Designated Use
• Persons that due to their knowledge and experience are able to evaluate the following tasks and recognise possible hazards: - Mounting electrical equipment - Assembling and connecting data cables - Assembling and connecting power supply cables © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 12: Labels And Symbols
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may lead to death or serious injuries. NOTE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may lead to damage to property and/or the environment. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 13: Safety Symbols On The Device
Display (monochrome, 128 x 64 pixels) 2 x DC inputs) Operating buttons: X, , , , (from left to DC disconnector (interrupts the plus and right) minus inputs simultaneously) RJ45 sockets (LAN, COM1, COM2) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 14: Operating Buttons
- Decreases the setting values by 1 step Browses in menu structure Press longer Triggers a repetition of the command. The repetition rate (≥ 1 second) increases when pressing for a longer period © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 15: Display
The backlight of the display is switched on by pressing any button. The operating states of the inverter are shown as follows: Display Meaning The inverter is processing large data volumes. It is not possible to enter user data Backlight flashing red Fault with event message © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 16: Cooling
(in the case of PIKO MP plus x.x-2: two connections) For data analysis purposes, the inverter can provide a wide range of data via the RS485 and LAN interfaces (e.g. data logger). The RS485 bus also allows the connection to other inverters. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 17: Data Display
Network (TCP/IP) Via the "LAN" connection, the device can send yield data and event messages to the server of a solar portal. The KOSTAL (PIKO) solar portal (www.kostal-solar-portal) allows the graphical representation of the yield data. In "Settings" > "Network", the operator can enter the network parameters in further sub- menu masks (refer to section 8.4.6). -
Page 18: Connecting Further Master Devices
"COM1" and "COM2" connections: - PIKO 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.6, 4.2 MP - PIKO MP plus 1.5-1, 2.0-1, 2.5-1, 3.0-1, 3.0-2, 3.6-1, 3.6-2, 4.6-2 Follow the instructions on addressing, termination, and approved data cables in the operating instructions of these devices. -
Page 19: Alternative Rs485 Data Connecting Cable
Data B Contact Ground NOTE Contact 1 of the RJ12 socket supplies 24 V DC! The RS485 input of the inverter may be damaged. Never connect the alternative data connecting cable to contact 1. ► © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 20: Rs485 Termination
Modbus RTU data connecting cable NOTE Voltage may cause property damage. Only have specialists manufacture the alternative data connecting cable. ► Use a RJ45 standard cable or a CAT5 patch cable as data connecting cable. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 21: Special Connection Features (Only Italy)
For external fas shutdown, lines 3 and 8 of COM1 or COM2 are connected (e.g. with an external relay). The following applies: • Relay closes: Inverters connected to the bus disconnect from the grid. • Relay opens: Inverters connected to the bus connect to the grid in normal operation. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 22: Installing The Inverter
Only have specialists carry out any installation work. ► Only connect the cables to the inverter when it is requested by the instruc- ► tions. Only connect SELV circuits to the RJ45 socket. ► © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 23 • Observe the connection ratings specified on the type plate. • Do not connect the DC cables to ground potential. The DC inputs and the AC output are nor galvanically isolated from each other. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
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Page 24: Mounting The Inverter
(3). When the detent audibly click into place, the device can no longer be lifted. Preparing AC connection DANGER Voltage There is a risk of death by electrocution. Follow the safety instructions and warning notices in section 5.1. ► © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 25: Selecting Ac Cable
If the local installation specifications prescribe the installation of an external residual current circuit breaker, install a residual current circuit breaker. In accordance with IEC 62109-1, a type A residual current circuit breaker is adequate. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 26: Assembling The Ac Plug
The structure of 100 V to 127 V grid voltages differs from that of 220 V to 240 V grid volt- ages as it is not a 1-phase but a 2 or 3-phase grid. AC plug housing L1 connection (outer conductor) PE connection L2 connection (outer conductor) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 27: Preparing Dc Connection
Follow the instructions on connecting in the instructions of the DC plug. ► Connect DC plug to the DC cable as described in the instructions of the DC plug (refer to annex). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 28: Preparing Data Connecting Cable
The display shows the start page of initial commissioning. Performing initial commissioning Any further actions required for the installation of the inverter cannot be carried out before the initial commissioning has been performed. The initial commissioning is comprehensibly described in chapter 6. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 29: Setting The Feed-In Management
The inverter can only communicate with the energy meters that have been preprogrammed. Call the "Metertype" menu by pressing " ". Using " ", select a meter type from the list of preprogrammed energy meters. Exit the menu with "X". © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 30: Switching Dc On
(for a comprehensive descrip- tion of the function of the operating buttons, refer to sec- tion 4.2). Setting the display language The default display language is English. Select and confirm the desired language. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 31: Setting The Date And Time
The country can only be set once. In case of an incorrect input or change of country: Please contact KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH (ask for password). In the "Del. country settin" menu, delete the set country (password-protected setting). -
Page 32: Setting The Mode
"P %" cannot be changed for the first and the last node (000 %, 100 %). 6.4.3 Displaying the reactive power characteristic curve The characteristic curve previously entered is displayed. Return to the checklist with "X". © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 33: Finishing The Initial Commissioning
Voltage can be present at the DC-connection for up to 10 minutes after switching off the DC circuit breaker. There is a risk of death by electrocution. Wait 10 minutes after switching off the DC disconnector. ► © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 34: Disconnecting Ac Plug From Inverter
Hold inverter by the edge (1) with both hands and lift it off upwards. The locating pins (4) must separate from the retaining tabs of the mounting plate. Remove inverter from mounting plate. Unscrew the fastening screws of the mounting plate. Remove mounting plate. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 35: Operation
From this status display you can go to all other menus. For reasons of clarity, only the "" and " " operating buttons are depicted in the menu structure. The individual functions of the operating buttons are described in section 4.2. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 36: Navigating The Menu Structure
In the event of too little solar radiation, the display does not show any measured value (e.g. at night). All other menus of the status display are similar in structure and are therefore not men- tioned separately. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 37: Main Menu
8.4.2 Generator characteristic curve The "Gener. ch. Curve" menu displays the PV generator characteristic curve graphically. Y axis: power in kW Vertex = MPP X axis: input voltage in V © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 38: Event Log
10.4. 8.4.4 Information The "Information" menu item contains the following submenu items: • "Contact info": data for establishing contact with KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH • "System info" with: - Product name - Serial number of the inverter... -
Page 39: Self-Test (Only Italy)
If the self-test could not be run successfully, the inverter does no longer feed Repeat self-test as soon as possible. ► The results of the self-test stored in the inverter can be shown on the display in "Information" > "Self-test". © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 40: Settings
• "Mode": energy meter can be switched on or off • "Dyn. feedin control": parameters for feed-in can be set. • "Configuration": energy meters can be defined more precisely with the "Meter type" and "Meter position" submenus © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 41 Measured value is always displayed (it is not possible to switch it off) Can be reset to zero via "Settings" > "Reset max. vals.". RS485 address The address of the RS485 connection can be entered. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 42 - "Retransmission": renewed transmission of existing data - "Connection test": test of the internet connection Alarm Acoustic signals for event messages can be switched on or off (factory setting = switched off): • 2 sounds: warnings • 3 sounds: errors © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
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Page 43: Service
Deleting the country setting The selected country setting can be deleted. This task is password-protected (contact to KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH is required). The inverter restarts and displays the guided initial commissioning again. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 44 "Power reduction" symbol and "Reason: user default". Fixed voltage Using the inverter for fixed voltage operation is not considered an intended use. If, never- theless, the inverter shall be used for fixed voltage operation, consultation with KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH is required. NOTE The PV generator must be suitable for feeding in a fixed voltage.
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Page 45: Web Portal
Deactivate data transmission in "Settings" > "Network". ► With the monitoring portal KOSTAL (PIKO) Solar Portal, permanently free of charge, online monitoring of PV generators is easy and comfortable. Registration of the operator and the system in the KOSTAL (PIKO) solar portal is possible at: www.kostal-solar-portal.com... -
Page 46: Fault Elimination
Operator guidance in the KOSTAL (PIKO) solar portal is easy and allows intuitive naviga- tion. After registering and connecting the TCP/IP interface LAN to a PC, the portal displays data (e.g. yield data and performance of the connected PV generator). -
Page 47: Alerting Behaviour
Description Type A setting has failed, e.g. during initial Data transfer failed commissioning, because it has not been transmitted correctly. - Perform the setting again. - If this error persists, inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 48 - Inform the installation personnel. Boost converter not The connection of the internal components is disrupted. The inverter does not feed into the connected grid. - Inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 49 - Inform the installation personnel. Country parameters invalid The inverter cannot feed into the grid because it does not have valid parameters. - Inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 50 - If the error occurs repeatedly, inform the installation personnel. The inverter has detected a defective grid Grid relay defective relay and does not feed into the grid. - Inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 51 Grid voltage too low below the permissible value. The inverter is switched off automatically due to legal requirements as long as this error condition is present. - If the error occurs repeatedly, inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 52 After a firmware update the various software versions in the inverter do no longer match. - Perform the firmware update again with a valid update file. - If the error occurs repeatedly, inform the installation personnel. © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
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Page 53: Maintenance And Care
DANGER Voltage. There is a risk of death by electrocution. Only clean device with a slightly moist cloth. ► Light soiling: Clean surface of the inverter with a slightly moist cloth (use clear water). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 54: Disposal
Remove any residues of the cleaning agent. Disposal Do not dispose of the inverter with household waste. ► Return the inverter to KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH customer service with ► the note: "For disposal". The device packaging consists of recyclable materials. - Page 55 96.60 % 96.30 % 96.30 % MPP efficiency > 99.7 % (static), > 99 % (dynamic) Internal consumption < 20 W Power derating (power 50 °C (T 45 °C reduction) at full power from © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
- Page 56 RS-485 (1 x RJ45 socket: connection to Meteocontrol WEB’log or Solar-Log™), Ethernet interface (1 x RJ45), interfaces Modbus RTU (1 x RJ45 socket: connection to energy meter) Integrated DC Yes, conform to DIN VDE 0100-712 disconnector © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
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Page 57: Piko Mp Plus 3.0-2, 3.6-2 And 4.6-2
3680 W 4600 W Maximum apparent power 3000 VA 3680 VA 4600 VA Nominal power 3000 W 3680 W 4600 W Nominal frequency 50 Hz and 60 Hz Grid frequency 45 Hz to 65 Hz © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 58 Indoors, outdoors (degree of soiling 3) Climate category i.a.w. 4K4H IEC 60721-3-4 Ambient temperature -25 °C to +60 °C Storage temperature -30 °C to +80 °C Relative humidity 0 % to 100 %, non-condensing Noise emission (typical) 31 dB(A) © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH...
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Page 59: Table Of Countries
Due to legal requirements, the country.specific values may change at short notice. Any information on the current grid parameters of the countries of use are available in the download area of the KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH homepage. Warranty terms and further information... -
Page 60: Contact Info And Service
Luxembourg Greece +30 2310 477 555 service-solar-el@kostal.com Italy +39 011 97 82 420 service-solar-it@kostal.com Spain, Portugal +34 961 824 927 service-solar-es@kostal.com Turkey +90 212 803 06 26 service-solar-tr@kostal.com China +86 21 5957 0077-7999 service-solar-cn@kostal.com © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... -
Page 61: Annex
The manufacturer documents for the AC and DC plugs are added to this PDF file as an- nexes. To open the manufacturer documents: double-click on the respective manufacturer docu- ments in the annex window (paper clip icon). © 2018 KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH... - Page 63 79108 Freiburg i. Br. Deutschland Telefon: +49 761 47744 - 100 Fax: +49 761 47744 - 111 KOSTAL Solar Electric Ibérica S.L. Edificio abm Ronda Narciso Monturiol y Estarriol, 3 Torre B, despachos 2 y 3 Parque Tecnológico de Valencia 46980 Valencia España...