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  • Page 1 Operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 2 – in whole or in part – without prior written permission. Software version as of FW: 05.08 User Interface (UI) as of: 05.30 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The energy management system in the inverter ................ 75 4.10 Faults ............................76 Web server The web server ........................84 Using the web server ........................ 85 The pages of the web server ....................88 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 4 Appendix 12.1 Type plate ..........................154 12.2 Warranty and service ......................155 12.3 Handover to the operator ....................... 156 12.4 Disassembly and disposal ...................... 157 Index 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 5: General Information

    EU declarations of conformity ..................... 9 About this manual ........................13 Notes in this manual ......................... 15 Symbols used ........................... 19 Labels on the inverter ....................... 20 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 6 Language: English, Turkish +33 16138 4117 Greece +30 2310 477 555 Italy +39 011 97 82 420 Spain, Portugal +34 961 824 927 Turkey +30 2310 477 555 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 7: Proper Use

    Material dam- age to the device and other equipment can also occur. The inverter may therefore only be used for its intended purpose. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 8 When doing so, all requirements are to be observed. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 9: Eu Declarations Of Conformity

    (Vicepresident R&D) This declaration certifies compatibility with the guidelines named, but does not contain any assurance of properties. Observe the safety instructions in the enclosed product documentation! 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 10 (Vicepresident R&D) This declaration certifies compatibility with the guidelines named, but does not contain any assurance of properties. Observe the safety instructions in the enclosed product documentation! 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 11 (Vicepresident R&D) This declaration certifies compatibility with the guidelines named, but does not contain any assurance of properties. Observe the safety instructions in the enclosed product documentation! 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 12 (Vicepresident R&D) This declaration certifies compatibility with the guidelines named, but does not contain any assurance of properties. Observe the safety instructions in the enclosed product documentation! 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 13: About This Manual

    Information concerning your safety or that of the unit is highlighted especially. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 14 You can navigate to the referenced points in the document within the instruction text using the cross-references. Ch. 1 Fig. 1, It. 2 Fig. 2: Examples of cross-references 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 15: Notes In This Manual

    Notes have been incorporated into the instruction text. A differentiation is made in these instructions between warnings and information notes. All notes are identified in the text line with an icon. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 16 Signal word Type of danger Corrective actions Warning symbols Danger Danger due to electrical shock and discharge Danger due to electromagnetic fields Danger due to burns 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT INFORMATION The inverter may only be installed, operated, maintained and repaired by trained and qualified staff. Fig. 5: Example of an information note 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 18 They contain additional information or tips. INFO This is additional information. Fig. 6: Example of an information note Symbols within the additional notes Information or tip Enlarged representation 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 19: Symbols Used

    Cross-reference to other places in the document Æ or to other documents List Tab. 1: Symbols and icons used Abbreviations used Abbreviation Explanation Tab. Table Fig. Figure Item Chapter 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 20: Labels On The Inverter

    (discharge time of the capacitors) after 5 min shut-down Danger due to burns 5 min Danger notice Additional earth connection Observe and read operating manual 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 21: Device And System Description

    Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 02 2. Device and system description The photovoltaic system ......................22 Inverter components ......................... 24 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 22: The Photovoltaic System

    Line circuit breaker inverter PV yield counter (optional) Line circuit breaker for building Feed-in procurement meter Public grid Line circuit breaker for energy consumers Energy consumers 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 23 PV yield counter (optional) Line circuit breaker inverter Line circuit breaker for building Feed-in procurement meter Public grid PIKO BA Sensor (optional accessories) Line circuit breaker consumer Energy consumers 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 24: Inverter Components

    Display DC switch Housing Plug connector or cable openings to connect the solar modules Wall mount Cable openings for optional communication Opening for the mains cable 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 25 Plug connector or cable openings to connect the solar modules Fan grill (without fan) Wall mount Cable openings for optional communication Opening for the mains cable 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 26 Display DC switch Housing Plug connector or cable openings to connect the solar modules Wall mount Cable openings for optional communication Opening for the mains cable 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 27 Display DC switch Housing Plug connector or cable openings to connect the solar modules Wall mount Cable openings for optional communication Opening for the mains cable 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 28 Display DC switch Housing Plug connector or cable openings to connect the solar modules Wall mount Cable openings for optional communication Opening for the mains cable 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 29 Device and system description DC switch on the inverter Fig. 15: DC switch ON Fig. 16: DC switch OFF 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 30 Interior view of the inverter Fig. 17: PIKO inverter 3.0 (interior view) Communication board Expansion module (e.g. GSM modem, optional) Ethernet connections (RJ45) Cable tray with fastening openings AC terminal 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 31 Communication board Expansion module (e.g. GSM modem, optional) Ethernet connections (RJ45) Cable tray with fastening openings AC terminal Terminal for sensor lines of PIKO BA Sensor 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 32 Communication board Expansion module (e.g. GSM modem, optional) Ethernet connections (RJ45) Cable tray with fastening openings AC terminal Terminal for sensor lines of PIKO BA Sensor 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 33 Fig. 20: PIKO inverters 10 - 12 (interior view) Communication board Expansion module (e.g. GSM modem, optional) Ethernet connections (RJ45) Cable tray with fastening openings AC terminal Terminal for sensor cables PIKO BA Sensor 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 34 Communication board Expansion module (e.g. GSM modem, optional) Ethernet connections (RJ45) Cable tray with fastening openings AC terminal Terminal for sensor lines of PIKO BA Sensor 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 35 The communication board is the communications centre of the inverter. The connections for communication, the display and the control buttons are found on the com- munication board. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 36 LEDs for displaying the operational status Control buttons Adjustments can be made and data retrieved via the control panel. Event messages are shown on the display. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 37 “Settings” menu “AC” menu Current AC power Fed-in daily yield Operational status display Fig. 25: Main menu: 3-phase “DC” menu “Settings” menu “Self-consumption” menu “AC” menu 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 38 Saving interval Saving time 5 minutes Max. 130 days 15 minutes Max. 400 days 60 minutes Max. 1500 days Tab. 3: Saving intervals of data logger 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 39: Installation

    Scope of delivery ........................41 Installation ..........................43 Electrical connection ......................... 46 Connection of solar module ...................... 49 Connection of communication components ................53 Initial commissioning ......................... 57 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 40: Transport And Storage

    Fig. 26: Recessed grips inverter Recessed grips have been integrated to the left and right for better transport of the inverter. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 41: Scope Of Delivery

    1 x Short Manual 1 x Safety Notes 1 x CD with operating manual 1 x sealing cap (3-pin or 5-pin) for sealing the AC terminal 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 42 Plug seals for screw attachment of AC cable with a max. diameter of 14.5 mm Plug seals for the screw connection of the network cable DC plug connector (each DC input: 1× plug, 1× socket) 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 43: Installation

    4 % and 100 % (condensing). Protect the inverter against dust, contam- ination and ammonia gases. Rooms and areas containing livestock are not permit- ted as installation locations. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 44 Install inverters in such a way that people are not disturbed by operation noises. A sufficient safety distance from flamma- ble materials and explosion hazard areas in the vicinity must be ensured. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 45 PIKO 15 - 20 100 (3.9) 200 (7.9) 76 (2.99) 46 (1.8) 2 (0.1) Tab. 4: Distances for wall mounting Fig. 29: Wall installation of several inverters 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 46: Electrical Connection

    (RCM) are used, only type B RCDs or RCMs are permitted on the AC side. Refer to the manufacturer's declaration on our website for exceptions. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 47 PE terminal with the screw provided. Fig. 31: Connect mains cable to the inverter AC terminal Mains cable Sealing ring Union nut Additional protective conductor terminal for PIKO 3.0 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 48 3 Nm (M6). Install line circuit breaker to secure Fig. 33, Pos. 1 against overcurrent. Fig. 33: Country-specific PE connection The AC connection is connected. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 49: Connection Of Solar Module

    Even brief exceeding of the voltage can cause damage to the device. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 50 In the case of the PIKO 3.0 and 4.2, parallel connection of solar mod- Fig. 35: Bridges for parallel connection ules is not possible. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 51 RISK OF DEATH DUE TO ELECTRI- CAL SHOCK AND DISCHARGE! De-energise the inverter. The PV generators/cables may be Ch. 4.3 live as soon as they are exposed to light. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 52 Plug the sockets and plugs of the DC cables onto the inverter. Fig. 37 Keep the plug seals from the plug connectors. The DC side is connected. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 53: Connection Of Communication Components

    The communication board is covered by a protective film over the S0/AL Out terminal. This can be lifted up for installation. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 54 Click “Accept”. ation. Ch. 8.3 The “Self-consumption control” function is activated. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 55 Aln3 and Aln4 for the connection of external data loggers, displays are inactive. and additional inverters. A ripple control receiver can nonetheless be connected. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 56 (Ethernet 10BaseT, for data retrieval. 10/100 MBit/s), an Ethernet cable of category 6 (Cat 6, FTP) with a max. length of 100 m is to be used. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 57: Initial Commissioning

    INFO The screensaver appears on the display and displays The start-up of the inverter during the device type. initial commissioning can take up to 10 minutes. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 58 Information on the various modes: display. Ch. 11.2 Select and confirm the desired country / standard / directive. The second “Country setting” menu appears on the display. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 59 It is no longer possible to change the country setting once it has been The inverter is in operation and can now be used. Initial confirmed. commissioning is completed. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 60: Operation And Operating The Device

    The menu structure of the inverter .................... 69 The service menu ........................74 The energy management system in the inverter ................ 75 4.10 Faults ............................76 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 61: Switching On The Inverter

    When no key has been pressed for The inverter is in operation. several minutes, the screensaver with the image of the inverter appears automatically on the display. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 62: Switching Off The Inverter

    Ch. 4.3. Turn the DC switch on the inverter to OFF. Fig. 16 When external DC voltage separators are present, switch off the DC strings consecutively. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 63: De-Energise The Inverter

    Allow the device to cool down. Ensure that all connections are de-energised. The inverter is de-energised. Work on the inverter or on the feed cables can now be carried out. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 64: Control Panel

    When no key has been pressed for adjusted on the display. several minutes, the screensaver with the image of the inverter appears automatically on the display. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 65 Values entered in the menu must be saved in advance, as these will not otherwise be adopted. Confirm: Values are adopted or the selected func- tion confirmed with this function. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 66 (the character << appears in the text field). The characters can now be deleted by pressing the "ENTER" key. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 67: Operational Status (Display)

    An event is present. Remedial meas- Event code xxxx ures can be found in the "Faults" chap- Ch. 4.10 Tab. 5: Operational notifications on the display of the inverter 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 68: Operational Status (Leds)

    No LED is lit: The device is ready for operation, but the input voltage is too low Ch. 10.1. OR: The device is switched off. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 69: The Menu Structure Of The Inverter

    Fig. 48: Main menu structure on the display DC menu Settings menu Self-consumption menu AC menu The menus* are listed individually on the following pages. Deviations due to software versions (UI status) possible. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 70 φ Daily yield (diagram) Monthly yield (diagram) Annual yield (diagram) Total yield (diagram) DC inputs depending upon the device type Phases depending upon the device type 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 71 Degree of autonomy: Shows self-consumption in relation to building consumption. States the percentage of energy con- sumed in the building that is covered by PV energy. Values are only shown in the battery inverter. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 72 Data export Event messages³ Immediate distribution Device information SW/HW version Serial number Country setting Functional test Fan test Service menu Service code Factory setting Country settings 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 73 Following entry of a code, additional menu items for configuring the inverter appear. The code can be requested for installers from the Service team. Only visible once the service code has been entered. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 74: The Service Menu

    Country setting Reset the country setting. Once the reset is complete, the inverter reports back with the country setting. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 75: The Energy Management System In The Inverter

    The generated PV energy is primarily used for consum- ers (such as light, washing machine or television). The remaining generated PV energy is fed into the grid and remunerated. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 76: Faults

    The type of fault can be determined on the basis of the message in the display “Event code: xxxx” and the fol- lowing table. In the case of messages not listed in the table, please contact Service. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 77 Support 3025 Generator fault Overvoltage on Please check the generator PV generator installation/configuration 3026 Generator fault Overcurrent at the Please check the generator PV generator installation/configuration 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 78 Internal system fault No action necessary. Support fault 3059 System fault Internal system fault Country setting may be incorrect. Contact support. 3060 Parameterization Faulty parameterization Contact support. fault 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 79 Internal system fault Contact support. 3091-3092 System fault Fan not correctly connected Check fan plug connections 3093-3094 Parameterization Incorrect parameterization fault Contact support. 3095 Calibration fault Incorrect calibration 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 80 Grid fault Grid voltage too low Please check the installation 4220-4221 Grid fault Voltage mean value of the last Please check the installation 10 minutes too high 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 81 Internal system fault Support 4476 Information Weak PV supply No action necessary. Support 4800 System fault Internal system fault Support 4801 System fault Insulation fault Support 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 82 Tab. 6: Event codes If the error occurs several times/permanently, please contact Support. Legend for the “Event codes” table LEDs flashing LEDs lit up LEDs off 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 83: Web Server

    Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 5 5. Web server The web server ......................... 84 Using the web server ........................ 85 The pages of the web server ..................... 88 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 84: The Web Server

    Self-consumption / Display showing present battery data and battery building consumption. Page 91 Settings Inverter configuration Page 92 Tab. 7: Overview of the web server pages 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 85: Using The Web Server

    LAN” must be deactivated. You can reach the “LAN settings” via the system control : System control >> Internet options >> Tab: “Connections” >> LAN settings. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 86 This may be no longer than 15 characters and may not contain special char- acters like + - * /... (For example: http://SWR_5). 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 87 The inverter is once again in operation. Leave the Ethernet cable connected to the inverter. This makes it possible to easily carry out further queries or setting configurations on the inverter. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 88: The Pages Of The Web Server

    Link area: Links to web server pages “History”, “Info page”, “Self-consumption / battery” and “Settings”. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 89 The various options depend upon the browser. The option "Save target cessed. as ..." is only available with the "Inter- net Explorer" browser. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 90 If, for example, an external energy meter is con- nected at the S0 input, its function can be checked via the displayed number of energy impulses. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 91 Phase x: Shows the energy consumption by phase (1, 2 or 3) that is currently being consumed from the battery, PV modules and grid. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 92 WRIP address: Subnet mask: External router (must be located within the same subnet) Router IP address: DNS server address: Fig. 54: Web server page “Settings” (Part 1) 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 93 Public line: Only required when using an analogue modem (optional accessory) and an analogue tele- phone system. GSM-PIN: PIN for the GSM modem SIM card. New log-inpassword: Change of password. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 94 Data export portal: Display of the active portal. Removal of the “check” deactivates sending to the solar portal. “Accept” button: Saves and accepts all changes. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 95: System Monitoring

    Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 6 6. System monitoring Create connection between computer and inverter ..............96 The log data ..........................99 Retrieve, save and graphically represent log data ..............102 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 96: Create Connection Between Computer And Inverter

    Connect inverter and computer directly Variant 2 Page 97 Connect inverter and computer by way of a switch/ Variant 3 Page 98 Connect inverter over DSL 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 97 Fig. 57: Connect inverter and computer by way of a switch/hub Inverter Ethernet cable Switch/hub Computer (for configuration or data retrieval) 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 98 A DHCP server can be, for example, a DSL router. A DHCP server (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a service that administers and distributes the IP addresses and the network configuration in a network. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 99: The Log Data

    Determine and analyse malfunctions Download and graphically represent yield data Fig. 59: Example screen “The log file” File header Physical variables Entries in the log file 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 100 Time Time in seconds [sec] since the inverter was put into operation Temperature in Celsius [°C] Without function Tab. 9: Physical variables in the log file 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 101 Insulation resistance in kohm when switching to AC grid Event POR event, "power on reset": renewed start-up of communication after a loss of AC voltage. Tab. 10: Log data 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 102: Retrieve, Save And Graphically Represent Log Data

    Graphic representation of performance data Worldwide online access to the portal E-mail notification of malfunctions Data export (e.g. Excel file) Long-term storing of log data 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 103 Enter the portal code of the solar portal in the “Code:” field. The portal code can also be assigned via the web server. The portal code for the PIKO Solar Portal (www.piko-solar-portal.de) is P3421. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 104 X in front of “Data export”). The name of the solar portal is shown. The data export to the solar portal is being executed. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 105: Active Power Control

    Limitation of the PV feed-in capacity ..................107 Activate the power control function with a ripple control receiver ..........108 Install the ripple control receiver ....................109 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 106: Why Active Power Control

    When selecting active power control, power check to determine which of the two possibilities offers the better energy Active power control with a ripple control receiver yield. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 107: Limitation Of The Pv Feed-In Capacity

    The power fed into the grid thereby remains limited to a maximum of 70%. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 108: Activate The Power Control Function With A Ripple Control Receiver

    100 % 60 % 30 % Fig. 61: Active power control with a ripple control receiver Ripple control receiver Control electronics of the inverter 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 109: Install The Ripple Control Receiver

    Fig. 62: Configuration of the ripple control receiver with several inverters (Ethernet networking) Master inverter Additional inverters (slaves) Ethernet or RS485 cable 5-conductor connection Ripple control receiver Energy supply company 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 110 Fig. 62 100% Fig. 63: Connection of ripple control receiver Terminal analogue interface (10-pin) Ripple control receiver Cable The ripple control receiver is connected. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 111 S and the serial number of the Click on the “Accept” button. inverter on the type plate (example: http://S12345FD323456) The active power control for the ripple control receiver is active. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 112: Self-Consumption

    Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 8 8. Self-consumption Self-consumption overview ..................... 113 Electrical connection for self-consumption ................114 Set up self-consumption control in the web server ..............115 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 113: Self-Consumption Overview

    Control signal External load relay Jumper switch Consumer device All inverters are designed in such a way that the gener- ated current can be used for self-consumption. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 114: Electrical Connection For Self-Consumption

    250 V (AC or DC) installed between inverters and devices. No consumers may be Tab. 11: Technical data for switch output S0/AL-Out connected directly to the inverter! 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 115: Set Up Self-Consumption Control In The Web Server

    The following commands are required in the web server on the “Settings” page: Switch output function Self-consumption function 1 or function 2 Delay in the event of power loss / fault 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 116 In the “Function switch output” menu item, select the function “Self-consumption control” or “Dynamic self-consumption control”. Select function 1 Fig. 67 or 2 Fig. 68. Enter values for the function. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 117 This is the minimum power (in watts) that must be produced before the consumer is switched on. You can enter any value from 1 watt to 999,000 watts. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 118 TA: Activation Dashed area: Self-consumption active The number TA (number / day) indicates how often self-consumption is activated each day. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 119 You can enter any value from 1 watt to 999,000 watts. P2: Deactivation time limit The consumer is switched off when the power generated falls below this value. Dashed area: Self-consumption active 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 120 P1: Power limit T1: Delay time in the event of power loss / fault Tx: Fault, power loss or failure of the inverter Dashed area: Self-consumption active 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 121: Maintenance

    Maintenance and service ......................122 Fan cleaning ........................... 123 Update software (inverter) ....................... 127 Update software (communication board) ................. 128 Update software (country settings) ..................129 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 122: Maintenance And Service

    (see ‘Exclusion of warranty’ in failure of the system. our Service and warranty conditions). 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 123: Fan Cleaning

    Fig. 70: Fan disassembly overview Fan cable Fan grill Fastening straps PIKO inputs – – Tab. 13: Number of fans and DC inputs according to the inverter type 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 124 Fig. 72 Fig. 72: Loosen fastening straps Completely remove the fan unit from the housing. To do this, disconnect the plug of the fan cable. Fig. 73 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 125 Fig. 74 Fig. 74: Disassembly of the fan grill Clean fan and housing opening with a soft brush. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 126 Reconnect the fan cable and insert the fan into the housing. When switching on for the first time, check whether the air from the fan is drawn inwards. Start up the inverter. Ch. 4.1 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 127: Update Software (Inverter)

    Following a successful update, the To this purpose, call up the following menu item: inverter automatically returns to feed- Settings > Device information > SW/HW version. in mode. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 128: Update Software (Communication Board)

    Check the time on the inverter and correct this if necessary. To this purpose, call up the following menu item: Settings > Basic settings > Date/time. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 129: Update Software (Country Settings)

    If the update was unsuccessful, carry it supply, wait five minutes for the out again or contact the Service team. capacitors to discharge. The update has been carried out. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 130: Technical Data

    Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 10 10. Technical data 10.1 Technical data ......................... 132 10.2 Block diagram ........................139 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 131 Short-circuit current (peak / RMS) 26.4/16.9 9.5/6.7 12.5/8.8 15.8/11.2 17.7 / 12.5 25/ 16.6 27.4 / 16.7 42 /28.5 41.3 /29.0 51 /36.5 Number of feed-in phases 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 132 B40, C40 Compatibility with external residual current protection RCD type B, RCM type B devices Tightening torque of PE connection, outer Tightening torque of cover screws 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 133 Connection technology on output side - spring-loaded terminal strip Interfaces Ethernet RJ45 RS485 S0-Bus Analogue inputs PIKO BA Sensor Interface – PIKO BA Sensor Rated current, primary – Rated current, secondary – 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 134 (max. 30 A). This could result in damage to the device. If the DC string input current is higher than the maximum plug load (see manufacturer’s information), both DC inputs should be used. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 135: Block Diagram

    1-phase or 3-phase AC output (phases dependent upon the type) Power supply unit Inverter bridge PV string (number dependent upon the type) Electronic DC switch DC switch 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 136 Navibutton Verlinkung Kapitel 11 11. Accessories 11.1 Installing the GSM modem ...................... 141 11.2 Installation of PIKO BA Sensor ....................145 11.3 Additional accessories ......................151 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 137 (e.g. via a mobile phone). The necessary access data are APN (Access Point Name), user name and password. INFO The data can be set up with the "GSM-Link" tool. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 138 SIM card in the corresponding fields of the GSM area. Click on the “Write new settings!” button. The inverter is set. The modem can now be installed. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 139 Accessories Installing the GSM modem 4.2-20 Fig. 77: Installing the GSM modem SIM card GSM modem Radio antenna Plug for radio antenna 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 140: Accessories

    Fig. 78: Modem status on web server “Info page”. tion is OK. Start the web server and call up the “Info page” page. Check modem status. The GSM modem has been checked. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 141: Installing The Gsm Modem

    In combination with the inverter, the sensor can carry out dynamic self-consumption regulation, and thus optimally distribute the generated energy. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 142 Line circuit breaker for energy consumers PIKO BA Sensor Line circuit breaker for building Feed-in procurement meter Public grid PV meter (as of PV systems with >10 kWp total output) 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 143 PIKO BA Sensor. L1.k L1.l L2.k L2.l L3.k L3.l Fig. 80: Sensor terminal Install the cover and screw it tight (5 Nm). Switch on the inverter Ch. 4.1 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 144 Mode 1: hardware this may differ and not all Current sensor position for measuring building positions may always be available. consumption The PIKO BA Sensor is connected. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 145: Installation Of Piko Ba Sensor

    Line circuit breaker for energy consumers PIKO BA Sensor PIKO inverter with sensor connection Line circuit breaker for PIKO inverter Line circuit breaker for building Feed-in procurement meter Public grid 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 146 It must be ensured that the assign- ment of the phases of the AC termi- nal (L1, L2, L3) of the additional inverter harmonise with the phases of the PIKO BA Sensor. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 147: Additional Accessories

    The portal code for the PIKO Solar Portal (www.piko-so- lar-portal.de) is P3421. You can find additional information about this product on www.kostal-solar-electric.com our website under the category Products / Monitoring. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 148 (e.g. PIKO Solar Portal). You can find additional information about this product on our website www.kostal-solar-electric.com under the category Products / Monitoring. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 149 12. Appendix 12.1 Type plate ..........................154 12.2 Warranty and service ......................155 12.3 Handover to the operator ......................156 12.4 Disassembly and disposal ....................... 157 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 150: Type Plate

    You will find the device type and the most Date of last update important technical data listed on the type plate. (only for service devices) Removable warranty label 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 151: Warranty And Service

    Language: English, Turkish +33 16138 4117 Greece +30 2310 477 555 Italy +39 011 97 82 420 Spain, Portugal +34 961 824 927 Turkey +30 2310 477 555 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 152: Handover To The Operator

    Safety when handling the device Appropriate procedure when checking and servicing the unit Meaning of the LEDs and the display messages Contact person in the event of a fault 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 153: Appendix

    The inverter may not be disposed of with household waste. 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 154 Ethernet cable ........................86, 87, 110, 111, 116 Event messages ............................36, 73 Factory setting ..............................74 Faults ..............................75, 76, 101 Firmware ................................154 Function of the inverter ............................50 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 155 Parallel connection ............................... 50 Parallel Connection ..........................42, 132, 137 Password ..............................87, 93 Proper use ................................7 Proxy server ................................ 85 PV generator ........................... 77, 78, 80, 134 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...
  • Page 156 Warnings ................................16 Warranty ..............................8, 49, 155 Web server ............38, 54, 84, 85, 87, 90, 93, 96, 97, 98, 111, 115, 116, 142, 144 03 / 2015 | DOC01361707 | KOSTAL operating manual PIKO inverter 3.0 - 20...

  • Page 157: Disassembly And Disposal

    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...

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