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- Page 1 (888) 244-2979 The PowerStore Inc. Accessories for PV Inverters SMA CONNECTION UNIT 600-US / 1000-US Installation Manual 12621 E FM 917 Suite A Alvarado, Tx 76009 CU600-1000US-IA-en-10 | IMEN-CU-US | Version 1.0...
- Page 2 The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 12621 E FM 917 Suite A Alvarado, Tx 76009...
- Page 3 All such warranties are expressly disclaimed. Neither SMA America, LLC nor its distributors or dealers nor SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. nor its distributors or dealers shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages under any circumstances.
- Page 4 A warning describes a hazard to equipment or personnel. It calls attention to a procedure or practice, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the SMA equipment and/or other equipment connected to the SMA equipment or personal injury. Symbol...
- Page 5 SMA America, LLC IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Warnings on this product The following symbols are used as product markings with the following meanings. Symbol Description Warning regarding dangerous voltage The product works with high voltages. All work on the product must only be performed as described in the documentation of the product.
- Page 6 The product contains no user-serviceable parts. For all repair and maintenance, always return the unit to an authorized SMA Service Center. Before installing or using the product, read all of the instructions, cautions, and warnings in this manual.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
6.2.1 Enclosure Openings ........27 6.2.2 Interior View of the Connection Unit 600-US....28 6.2.3 Interior View Connection Unit 1000-US . - Page 8 Table of Contents SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 7 Commissioning ........40 7.1 Inserting the String Fuses .
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Page 9: Information On This Document
(see Section 2.2 "Skills of Qualified Persons", page 11). Additional Information Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com: Document title Document type Sunny Tripower 12000TL-US / 15000TL-US / 20000TL-US /... -
Page 10: Safety
® requirements contained in Section690.35 of the National Electrical Code , ANSI/NFPA 70. The Connection Unit must only be used with the following transformerless SMA inverters: • SB 6000TLUS-12 / 7000TLUS-12 / 8000TLUS-12 / 9000TLUS-12 / 10000TLUS-12 / 11000TLUS-12 • STP 12000TL-US-10 / 15000TL-US-10 / 20000TL-US-10 / 24000TL-US-10 For safety reasons, it is forbidden to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly recommended for this product or distributed by SMA. -
Page 11: Skills Of Qualified Persons
SMA America, LLC 2 Safety The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. • Read and observe the documentation. • Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference. 2.2 Skills of Qualified Persons The tasks described in this document must be performed by qualified persons only. -
Page 12: Safety Precautions
2 Safety SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 2.3 Safety Precautions This section contains safety precautions that must be observed at all times when working on or with the product. To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the product, read this section carefully and follow all safety precautions at all times. -
Page 13: Scope Of Delivery
SMA America, LLC 3 Scope of Delivery The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 3 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. -
Page 14: Product Description
4 Product Description SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 4 Product Description 4.1 Connection Unit The Connection Unit is a String-Combiner to which up to eight strings can be connected. Figure 3: Design of the Connection Unit Item... -
Page 15: Type Label
• Device-specific characteristics You will require the information on the type label to use the Connection Unit safely and when seeking customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must be permanently attached to the Connection Unit. Symbols on the Type Label... -
Page 16: Dc Switch-Disconnector
4 Product Description SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 4.3 DC Switch-Disconnector The Connection Unit is equipped with a DC switch-disconnector. The DC switch-disconnector enables disconnection of the inverter from the PV array. The disconnection takes place at all poles. -
Page 17: Reverse Polarity Detection
1.56 x 6.9 = 10.76 The nearest standard size for string fuses would be a 12 A fuse. 4.5 Reverse Polarity Detection The SMA Connection Unit 1000-US is equipped with reverse polarity detection. Figure 5: Reverse polarity detection in the SMA Connection Unit 1000-US... -
Page 18: Mounting
5 Mounting SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5 Mounting 5.1 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 Connection Unit in areas where flammable gases may occur. - Page 19 SMA America, LLC 5 Mounting The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Dimensions for mounting: Figure 6: Dimensions of the mounting points 12621 E FM 917 Suite A Alvarado, Tx 76009 Installation Manual CU600-1000US-IA-en-10...
- Page 20 5 Mounting SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Information on mounting the Connection Unit below a Sunny Tripower • You can mount the Connection Unit directly below the Sunny Tripower. The output openings of the Connection Unit must be exactly below the openings for the DC connection of the Sunny Tripower.
- Page 21 SMA America, LLC 5 Mounting The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Recommended clearances: ☐ Observe recommended clearances to the walls or other objects. Thus, you can read the following data from the type label at all times. ☐ The clearances to the front must be chosen in such a way that the DC switch-disconnector is accessible at all times.
- Page 22 5 Mounting SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Permitted mounting positions: ☐ The Connection Unit must be mounted in a permitted position. That prevents moisture from entering the Connection Unit. Figure 8: Permitted and prohibited mounting positions 12621 E FM 917 Suite A Alvarado, Tx 76009...
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Page 23: Mounting The Connection Unit On A Wall
SMA America, LLC 5 Mounting The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5.2 Mounting the Connection Unit on a Wall Damage to the Connection Unit due to moisture and dust intrusion Dust or moisture intrusion can damage the Connection Unit. • Only mount the Connection Unit with its lid closed and with inserted filler plugs. - Page 24 5 Mounting SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 7. Insert screws with washers through the oblong holes of the Connection Unit into the drill holes. 8. Tighten the screws. Ensure that no screws are loose. 9. Ensure that the Connection Unit is firmly positioned.
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Page 25: Mounting The Connection Unit To A Post
SMA America, LLC 5 Mounting The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5.3 Mounting the Connection Unit to a Post Damage to the Connection Unit due to moisture and dust intrusion Dust or moisture intrusion can damage the Connection Unit. • Only mount the Connection Unit with its lid closed and with inserted filler plugs. -
Page 26: Electrical Connection
6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety during Electrical Connection Danger to life due to high voltages in the Connection Unit High voltages that can cause fatal electric shocks when touched are present in the live components of the Connection Unit. -
Page 27: Overview Of The Connection Area
SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Electrical installations All electrical installations must be made in accordance with the local electrical standards and ® ®. the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1. -
Page 28: Interior View Of The Connection Unit 600-Us
SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.2.2 Interior View of the Connection Unit 600-US Figure 10: Components and connection areas in the interior of the Connection Unit 600-US Item Designation Shaft of the DC switch-disconnector Terminals for connecting the DC output cables (INPUT B) -
Page 29: Interior View Connection Unit 1000-Us
SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.2.3 Interior View Connection Unit 1000-US Figure 11: Components and connection areas in the interior of the Connection Unit 1000-US Item Designation Shaft of the DC switch-disconnector Terminals for connecting the DC output cables (INPUT B) -
Page 30: Connecting Conduits To The Connection Unit
6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.3 Connecting Conduits to the Connection Unit Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery): ☐ Conduits made out of metal that match the openings of the Connection Unit ☐... -
Page 31: Connecting The Grounding Conductor
SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Risk of injury when pressing out the filler plugs • To connect the conduits to the input openings of the Connection Unit, gently press out one filler plug for each conduit from the inside with a blunt object (e.g screwdriver handle). - Page 32 6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Requirements: ☐ All conduits must be correctly connected to the Connection Unit (see Section 6.3). ☐ The DC switch-disconnector must be turned OFF and the lid of the Connection Unit must be dismantled.
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Page 33: Connecting The Pv Array To The Connection Unit 600-Us
6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.5 Connecting the PV Array to the Connection Unit 600-US Cable requirements: ☐ The DC cables of the PV array must be designed in accordance with the installation requirements applicable on site and for temperatures of +194°F (+90°C). - Page 34 6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5. Check the positive DC cables for correct polarity and insert them all the way into the square opening with the plus sign (+) on the bottom of the fuse holder.
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Page 35: Connecting The Pv Array To The Connection Unit 1000-Us
SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.6 Connecting the PV Array to the Connection Unit 1000-US Cable requirements: ☐ The DC cables of the PV array must be designed in accordance with the installation requirements applicable on site and for temperatures of +194°F (+90°C). -
Page 36: Operating The Reverse Polarity Detection
6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 4. Strip the insulation of all cables by ⁄ in. (10 mm). 5. Check the positive DC cables for correct polarity and connect them to the terminals with the plus sign (+). - Page 37 SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 Procedure: 1. Establish the DC voltage supply. 2. Press the button for reverse polarity detection once. ☑ The middle LED glows green for a few seconds. All DC cables are correctly connected. How long the LED glows depends on the level of the applied DC voltage.
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Page 38: Connecting The Dc Output Cable For The Inverter To The Connection Unit
6 Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 6.8 Connecting the DC Output Cable for the Inverter to the Connection Unit Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery): ☐ Two cables for connecting the Connection Unit to the inverter. - Page 39 SMA America, LLC 6 Electrical Connection The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5. Connect a cable to the screw terminal with the plus sign for connecting the Connection Unit to the inverter 6. Tighten the screw terminals with a screwdriver (blade width: 6 mm) (torque 51 in-lb. (5.8 Nm)).
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Page 40: Commissioning
Requirements: ☐ Only UL-listed string fuses according to UL 2579 are permitted. ☐ 600 V string fuses must be inserted for the Connection Unit 600-US. ☐ 1,000 V string fuses must be inserted for the Connection Unit 1000-US. ☐ The fuse size must be 10 mm x 38 mm (midget format). - Page 41 SMA America, LLC 7 Commissioning The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 4. Open all safety levers needed all the way. 5. Insert 1 string fuse into each fuse holder. 6. Close all safety levers all the way. ☑ The safety levers audibly click into place.
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Page 42: Commissioning The Connection Unit
7 Commissioning SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 7.2 Commissioning the Connection Unit The Connection Unit is part of the PV system. All parts of the PV system must be mounted and set up prior to commissioning the Connection Unit. -
Page 43: Disconnecting The Connection Unit From Voltage Sources
SMA America, LLC 8 Disconnecting the Connection Unit from Voltage Sources The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 8 Disconnecting the Connection Unit from Voltage Sources Danger to life due to electric shock • Make sure that all devices (e.g. inverter) connected to the Connection Unit are switched off and protected against reconnection (see manual of the respective device). -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
The LEDs are part of the reverse polarity detection of the Connection Unit 1000-US and signalize if a string has been connected correctly or with the wrong polarity. Figure 13: LED signals of the reverse polarity detection for the SMA Connection Unit 1000-US Item... -
Page 45: Replacing The String Fuses
Requirements: ☐ Only UL-listed string fuses according to UL 2579 are permitted. ☐ 600 V string fuses must be inserted for the Connection Unit 600-US. ☐ 1,000 V string fuses must be inserted for the Connection Unit 1000-US. ☐ The fuse size must be 10 mm x 38 mm (midget format). - Page 46 9 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 5. Remove blown or defective string fuses from the fuse holders. 6. Insert one new string fuse into each fuse holder. 7. Close all safety levers all the way. ☑ The safety levers audibly click into place.
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Page 47: Decommissioning
SMA America, LLC 10 Decommissioning The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 10 Decommissioning 10.1 Disassembling the Connection Unit 1. Disconnect the PV system from voltage sources (see inverter installation manual). 2. Remove all cables from the Connection Unit: • Disconnect the Connection Unit from voltage sources (see Section 8). -
Page 48: Technical Data
11 Technical Data SMA America, LLC The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 11 Technical Data DC Input CU 600-US-10 CU 1000-US-10 Maximum number of incoming strings Strings for INPUT A Strings for INPUT B Maximum input voltage 600 V 1,000 V... - Page 49 SMA America, LLC 11 Technical Data The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 General Data Width x height x depth ⁄ in. x 15 11⁄16 in. x 5 11⁄32 in. (466 mm x 398 mm x 136 mm) Weight 22 lb. (10 kg) Length x width x height of packaging ⁄...
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Page 50: Accessories
The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 12 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, these can be ordered from SMA or your specialty retailer. Designation Brief Description SMA order number... -
Page 51: Contact
The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 13 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Device type of the Connection Unit •... - Page 52 The PowerStore Inc. (888) 244-2979 SMA Solar Technology brought to you by The PowerStore Inc. www.thepowerstore.com SMA America, LLC www.SMA-America.com 12621 E FM 917 Suite A Alvarado, Tx 76009...
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