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Operating Manual
SUNNY TRIPOWER 15000TL / 17000TL
STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 | Version 1.0
AMERICAN ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual SUNNY TRIPOWER 15000TL / 17000TL STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 | Version 1.0 AMERICAN ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 The information contained in these documents is property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any publication, whether in whole or in part, requires prior written approval by SMA Solar Technology AG. Internal reproduction used solely for the purpose of product evaluation or other proper use is allowed and does not require prior approval.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document ..........Validity ....................5 Target Group..................5 Additional Information ............... 5 Symbols ....................6 Nomenclature..................6 Safety..................Intended Use ..................7 Safety Information................7 Scope of Delivery..............
  • Page 4 Setting the Active Power Limitation in case of PV System Control Failure ....................41 Reducing the Attenuation of Ripple Control Signals ......42 Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ..........42 Operation .................. 44 LED Signals ..................44 Display Overview................45 Activating and Operating the Display ..........

  • Page 5: Information On This Document

    • Knowledge of the applicable standards and directives • Knowledge of and compliance with this document and all safety information Additional Information Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com: Document title and content Document type Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Replacement of...

  • Page 6: Symbols

    1 Information on this Document SMA Solar Technology AG Document title and content Document type "Integrated Plant Control and Q on De- Technical Information mand 24/7" Detailed explanation of functions and descrip- tion for setting the functions "Webconnect Systems in Sunny Portal" User Manual Registration in Sunny Portal "Firmware Update with SD Card"...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and warranty claims and usually void the operation permit. SMA Solar Technology AG shall not be held liable for any damage caused by such changes.
  • Page 8 2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array 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 9: Scope Of Delivery

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Scope of Delivery Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your distributor if the scope of delivery is incomplete or damaged. Figure 1: Components included in the scope of delivery...
  • Page 10 3 Scope of Delivery SMA Solar Technology AG Position Quantity Designation Cylindrical screw M5 x 20* Conical spring washer M5* * Spare part for the enclosure lid STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 Operating Manual...

  • Page 11: Product Description

    SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description Product Description Sunny Tripower The Sunny Tripower is a transformerless PV inverter with two MPP trackers which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid-compliant three-phase current and feeds it into the utility grid.
  • Page 12 Together with the green LED, this symbol indicates the operating state of the inverter. Observe the documentation Together with the red LED, this symbol indicates an error (for trou- bleshooting, see the service manual at www.SMA-Solar.com). BLUETOOTH Together with the blue LED, the symbol indicates active communication via BLUETOOTH.
  • Page 13 SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description Symbol Explanation Operating principle of the ESS: • If the ESS is plugged in, the DC electric circuit is closed. • If an acoustic signals sounds and the display shows an error message that prohibits removing the ESS, wait until dark. The ESS can only be removed once it is dark.

  • Page 14: Interfaces And Functions

    Sunny Portal system. In large-scale PV power plants, data transmission to the Internet portal Sunny Portal is carried out via the SMA Cluster Controller. You can access your Sunny Portal system from any computer with an Internet connection.
  • Page 15 IEC61850-GOOSE messages. SMA Speedwire/Webconnect can be retrofitted. RS485 interface The inverter can communicate via cables with special SMA communication products via the RS485 interface (information on supported SMA products at www.SMA-Solar.com). The RS485 interface can be retrofitted. Grid Management Services The inverter is equipped with service functions for grid management.
  • Page 16 4 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Electronic string fuse The electronic string fuse protects the PV array against potential reverse currents. The electronic string fuse recognizes DC cables that were connected with reverse polarity or defective PV modules and short-circuits the PV array. In order for the electronic string fuse function to be reliable, the connection of the PV array must be made when there is sufficient irradiation.

  • Page 17: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting Mounting Requirements for Mounting Requirements for the mounting location: Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. • Do not mount the inverter in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases.
  • Page 18 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Dimensions for mounting: Figure 2: Position of the anchoring points Recommended clearances: If you maintain the recommended clearances, adequate heat dissipation will be ensured. Thus, you will prevent power reduction due to excessive temperature.

  • Page 19: Mounting The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting Figure 3: Recommended clearances 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 in such way that display messages and LED signals can be read without difficulty.
  • Page 20 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Risk of injury when lifting the inverter, or if it is dropped The inverter weighs 59 kg. There is risk of injury if the inverter is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or when attaching it to or removing it from the wall mounting bracket.
  • Page 21 SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting 3. If the inverter is to be secured against theft, mark the drill hole for the attachment of the eye bolt. 4. Set the rear panel aside and drill the marked holes. 5. Depending on the support surface, insert the screw anchors into the drill holes for attaching the rear panel.
  • Page 22 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 10. Flip the lower enclosure lid up and remove it. 11. Fasten the inverter to the rear panel. Tighten the two cylindrical screws M5x10 in the threads on the left-hand and right-hand side of the rear panel (torque: 6 Nm ±...

  • Page 23: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Safety during Electrical Connection Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array 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 24: Overview Of The Connection Area

    6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Overview of the Connection Area 6.2.1 View from Below Figure 5: Connection areas and enclosure openings at the bottom of the inverter Position Designation Pin connector for the ESS Cable gland M20x1.5 for the connection cable of the multifunction relay...

  • Page 25: Interior View

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6.2.2 Interior View Figure 6: Connection areas in the interior of the inverter Position Designation DC protective cover Pin connector for connecting the multifunction relay Pin connector for connecting the communication interface for RS485 or...
  • Page 26 ☐ If an external residual-current device is required, install a residual-current device which trips at a residual current of 100 mA or higher (for details on selecting a residual-current device, see the Technical Information "Criteria for Selecting a Residual-Current Device" at www.SMA- Solar.com).

  • Page 27: Connecting The Inverter To The Utility Grid

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Connection of additional grounding In some countries, additional grounding is generally required. In each case, observe the locally applicable regulations. • If additional grounding is required, connect an additional grounding with the same cross- section as the connected grounding conductor to the connecting terminal plate for the AC cable (see Section 6.3.3, page 28).

  • Page 28: Connecting Additional Grounding

    6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Risk of fire if two conductors are connected to one terminal If you connect two conductors to a terminal, a fire can occur due to a bad electrical connection. • Never connect more than one conductor per terminal.

  • Page 29: Dc Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Procedure: 1. Strip the grounding cable insulation. 2. Lead the clamping bracket over the grounding cable. Arrange the grounding cable on the left- hand side. 3. Screw the clamping bracket tight using the M6x16 cylindrical screw and the conical spring washer M6 (torque: 6 Nm).

  • Page 30: Connecting The Pv Array

    1. Ensure that the circuit breaker is switched off from all three line conductors and that it cannot be reconnected. 2. Ensure that there is no ground fault in the PV array (see service manual at www.SMA- Solar.com). 3. Securely plug in the ESS. The ESS must be aligned parallel to and flush with the enclosure. If the ESS is plugged in when connecting the DC connectors, the protective function of the electronic string fuse can be activated.
  • Page 31 SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Risk of fire due to reverse currents not being detected The electronic string fuse monitors the PV array and protects it against dangerous reverse currents which can cause a fire. In order to activate the electronic string fuse, you must observe the following during DC connection: •...
  • Page 32 6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 7. Connect the remaining assembled DC connectors to input A. 8. Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place. STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 Operating Manual...
  • Page 33 SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Damage to the inverter due to moisture ingress The inverter is only properly sealed when all 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 34: Commissioning

    7 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Commissioning Procedure Before you can commission the inverter, you must check various settings and make changes if necessary. This section describes the procedure and gives an overview of the steps, which must always be performed in the prescribed sequence.

  • Page 35: Setting The Netid

    ☑ The inverter will adopt the setting after commissioning. This can take up to five minutes. Setting the NetID By default, the NetID is set to 1 for all SMA inverters and SMA communication products with BLUETOOTH. If your PV system consists of an inverter and a maximum of one further BLUETOOTH device (e.g.
  • Page 36 • If your PV system consists of one inverter and two other BLUETOOTH devices (e.g. computer with BLUETOOTH interface and SMA communication product) or of multiple inverters with BLUETOOTH, you must change the NetID of your PV system. This will enable communication with multiple BLUETOOTH devices.

  • Page 37: Commissioning The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Commissioning 2. To set a new NetID, set the rotary switch C to the determined NetID using a flat-blade screwdriver (blade width: 2.5 mm). 3. To deactivate communication via BLUETOOTH, set the rotary switch C to position 0 using a flat- blade screwdriver (blade width: 2.5 mm).
  • Page 38 • Once the DC input voltage is sufficiently high and the grid connection conditions are met, the inverter will start operation. ✖ The red LED is glowing and an error message and event number appear in the display? • Rectify the error (see the service manual at www.SMA-Solar.com). STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 Operating Manual...

  • Page 39: Configuration

    SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration Configuration Configuration Procedure Once you have commissioned the inverter, you may have to adjust various settings via the rotary switches in the inverter or via a communication product. This section describes the procedure for configuration and gives an overview of the steps you must perform in the prescribed order.

  • Page 40: Changing Operating Parameters

    ☐ The inverter must be registered in the communication product. ☐ The changes to the grid-relevant parameters must be approved by the responsible grid operator. ☐ When changing grid-relevant parameters, the SMA Grid Guard code must be available (see "Application for SMA Grid Guard Code" at www.SMA-Solar.com). Procedure: 1.

  • Page 41: Activating String-Failure Detection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration Activating String-Failure Detection Identical alignment of the PV modules with activated string-failure detection If you would like to activate the string-failure detection, the PV modules of input A and input B must be aligned identically and the input voltage must be at least 188 V. Thus, reversed polarity of the DC connection or a defective string will be recognized by the inverter.

  • Page 42: Reducing The Attenuation Of Ripple Control Signals

    1,100 ator Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak For partially shaded PV modules, you should set the interval at which the inverter is to optimize the MPP of the PV system. The basic procedure for changing operating parameters is explained in another section (see Section 8.3 "Changing Operating Parameters", page 40).
  • Page 43 SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Configuration Procedure: • Select the parameter Cycle time of the OptiTrac Global Peak algorithm or MPPShdw.CycTms and set the required time interval. The ideal time interval is usually six minutes. This value should only be increased if the shading situation changes extremely slowly.

  • Page 44: Operation

    If an error occurs, the error message and the correspond- ing event number will be shown in the display. The error must be rectified by a qualified person (for troubleshoot- ing, see the service manual at www.SMA-Solar.com). Blue LED glowing BLUETOOTH communication is activated.

  • Page 45: Display Overview

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Operation Display Overview The display shows the current operating data of the inverter (e.g. current power, daily energy, total energy) as well as events or errors. Power and energy are displayed as bars in a diagram.
  • Page 46 9 Operation SMA Solar Technology AG Position Symbol Explanation Active BLUETOOTH connection Quality of the BLUETOOTH connection Active connection to a Speedwire network Active connection to Sunny Portal Multifunction relay is active Power limitation due to excessive temperature Active power limitation via PV system control...

  • Page 47: Activating And Operating The Display

    You can operate the display by tapping on the enclosure lid (see Section 9.3, page 47). The displayed error must be rectified on-site by a qualified per- son (for troubleshooting, see service manual at www.SMA-So- lar.com). The displayed error cannot be rectified on-site.

  • Page 48: 10 Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Prior to performing any work on the inverter, always disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this section. Always adhere to the prescribed sequence.
  • Page 49 SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 9. Use an appropriate measuring device to ensure that no voltage is present at the AC connecting terminal plate between L1 and PE, L2 and PE, and L3 and PE. Insert the test probe into each round opening of the terminal.

  • Page 50: 11 Technical Data

    11 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Technical Data DC Input STP 15000TL-10 STP 17000TL-10 Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 15,340 W 17,410 W Maximum input voltage 1,000 V 1,000 V MPP voltage range 360 V to 800 V 400 V to 800 V Rated input voltage 600 V 600 V Minimum input voltage 150 V 150 V...
  • Page 51 SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Technical Data STP 15000TL-10 STP 17000TL-10 Maximum output current 24 A 24.6 A Total harmonic distortion of the output cur- ≤3% ≤2.6% rent with total harmonic distortion of the AC voltage < 2%, and AC power > 50% of the rated power Inrush current <...
  • Page 52 11 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Ground-fault monitoring for STP 17000TL-10 Insulation monitoring: R  > 323.4 kΩ All-pole sensitive residual-current monitoring unit Available Electronic string-current monitoring Available String-failure detection Available General Data Width x height x depth, with Electronic Solar 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm...
  • Page 53 SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Technical Data Grid configurations TN-C, TN-S, TN-C-S, TT (when V < 30 V) N_PE Approvals and national standards, as per AS 4777, BDEW 2008, C10/11:2012, CE, 10/2014* CEI 0-16, CEI 0-21, EN 50438, G59/3, IEC 60068-2, IEC 61727, MEA/PEA, IEC 62109-2, NEN 50438, PPC, PPDS, RD 1699, RD 661/2007, SI4777,...
  • Page 54 11 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG BLUETOOTH As standard RS485, galvanically isolated Optional Speedwire/Webconnect Optional Multifunction Relay Optional SMA Power Control Module Optional Torques Upper enclosure lid screws 6 Nm ± 0.3 Nm Lower enclosure lid screws 2 Nm ± 0.3 Nm Screws for DC protective cover 3.5 Nm...

  • Page 55: 12 Accessories

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Accessories 12 Accessories You will find the accessories for your product in the following overview. If required, these can be ordered from SMA Solar Technology AG or your distributor. Designation Brief description SMA order number RS485 data module...

  • Page 56: 13 Contact

    13 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG 13 Contact If you have technical problems with our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We need the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter device type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 57 Sunny Boy, Sunny Mini Central, Sunny Tripower: +33 472 09 04 40 Lyon Monitoring Systems: +33 472 09 04 41 Sunny Island : +33 472 09 04 42 Sunny Central : +33 472 09 04 43 India SMA Solar India Pvt. Ltd. +91 22 61713888 Mumbai Italia SMA Italia S.r.l. +39 02 8934-7299 Milano Κύπρος/Kıbrıs Βλέπε Ελλάδα/ Bkz. Ελλάδα (Yunanistan)
  • Page 58 13 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG +971 2 234-6177 SMA Middle East LLC Middle East LLC Other countries International SMA Service Line Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE (+800 762 7378423) Niestetal STP15-17TL-10-BE-en-10 Operating Manual...

  • Page 59: 14 Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    SMA Solar Technology AG confirms herewith that the inverters described in this document are in compliance with the fundamental requirements and other relevant provisions of the above- mentioned directives. The entire EC Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.SMA- Solar.com. Operating Manual...
  • Page 60 SMA Solar Technology www.SMA-Solar.com...

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