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  • Page 1 Installation and Safety Manual TSM_Trinasmart_Installation and Safety Manual_2012_RevB...
  • Page 2 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart simple steps: Confi gure the System Before Going to the Site Install the Management Unit and Gateway Install the Optimizers and verify system...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart Table of Contents Read This First / Safety Instructions ............................4 Product Description .................................5 Identifying Parts of the Module Optimizer System .......................8 Configuring the System Before Going to the Site ......................9 Installing the Management Unit and Gateway ......................15 Verifying the System ................................17...
  • Page 4 • To avoid risk of electrical shock or fire, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the product. • Remove all metallic jewelry prior to installing the Trinasmart Module Optimizer to reduce the risk of contacting live circuitry. Do not attempt to install in inclement weather.

  • Page 5: Product Description

    The Trinasmart solution also delivers module-level data for operational management and performance monitoring. In well-designed large-scale systems, Trinasmart Optimizer systems will return up to 8% incremental power output, while in residential or commercial systems with partial shading, the system can return up to 20% additional energy throughout the life of the system.
  • Page 6 PV-Safe function is enabled. Trina Solar cannot guarantee complete deactivation of the array when the PV-Safe button is pressed. Trinasmart PV-Safe must be tested as part of the installation process, and should be routinely re-tested on an annual basis.
  • Page 7 MC4 type connectors (1 male, 1 female per string) Permanent marker or label maker. Determine whether a wired Ethernet connection will be available near the inverter, where the Trinasmart Management Unit will be placed. If not, order the MMU-ESWIFI from our partner Tigo Energy for embedded WiFi support.
  • Page 8 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart IDENTIFYING PARTS OF THE TRINASMART OPTIMIZER SYSTEM Trinasmart Module Optimizer (MM-ES) Management Unit (MMU) and Gateway cable Gateway...

  • Page 9: Configuring The System Before Going To The Site

    “login”. From the next page, click on the link that says, “New Installer? Sign Up. ” A new page will appear where a new Trinasmart account can be created. Fill in all the fields, and press “Submit” to confirm. An e-mail will be sent to the e-mail address entered.

  • Page 10: Installing The Management Unit And Gateway

    Gateway Installation A Gateway is provided with the system kit to create the communications link to the Trinasmart Optimizers. Install the Gateway onto the module frame in the top left corner by pushing the compression clips on the bracket onto the module metal frame and tightening the set-screw at a torque rating of 15-20 in lbs.
  • Page 11 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart facing down. To connect the RS-485 cable to the Gateway, start by opening the cover of the Gateway. Keep the cover in a clean, safe Management Unit Connection place to prevent dirt from getting on the seal.
  • Page 12 If additional sensors are required for the project for measuring light intensity, back-panel temperature, string current or voltage, these accessories may be ordered with the Trinasmart System at the time of purchase. The sensor accessories are powered RS-485 devices and are connected through the same RS-485 cable that connects the Gateway.
  • Page 13 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart Sub Array 1 Sub Array 2 Gateway Gateway Position the Gateway at the center of the Position the Gateway at the center of the module cluster and attach to the upper left-hand corner of a PV module frame.
  • Page 14 ® AC Disconnect Label - contains the PV-Safe logo and states “WARNING This PV system is equipped with the Trinasmart Optimizer solution. To de- energize the DC wiring, activate the PV-Safe feature on the Management Unit prior to opening the AC breaker. ” Place this label in a visible location on the front surface of the AC Disconnect (typically found adjacent to the main circuit breaker panel).

  • Page 15: Verifying The System

    Optimizer to the extension cabling which connects to the string combiner or directly to the inverter. Locate the negative lead (has a blue sleeve). Connect the blue (-) output of the “A1” Trinasmart Module Optimizer to the red (+) output wire of the next Module Optimizer (“A2”).
  • Page 16 Locate the MMU display to aid in placement of the Gateway. If the Gateway is placed in a location that is not ideal for stable communication with the Trinasmart Optimizers, two messages will appear on the MMU display. The first will say “Panel Not Comm. ” and will provide a count of how many Optimizers out of the total in the array are not communicating with the Gateway (e.g.
  • Page 17 • Please ensure safety precautions are always observed in order to avoid contact with solar wiring regardless of the state of PV-Safe. Trina Solar cannot guarantee that modules are fully deactivated. NOTE: This step should be performed at the installation and annually thereafter to ensure that the PV-Safe function is in good working order.
  • Page 18 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart APPENDIX A Trinasmart Management Unit Menu COMMAND DESCRIPTION 1. Status 1. Panels Real-time status of each of the connected panels in the system. Signal All configured solar panels are shown in a list, with signal strength displayed for each.
  • Page 19 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart APPENDIX B: INSTALLING CAT 5 CABLE BETWEEN THE MMU AND GATEWAY If four-conductor twisted-pair cable is not available, then the MMU-Gateway connection can be wired with Cat 5 Ethernet wire. The data feed (leads A and B on the MMU and Gateway terminal blocks) must be connected to the same twisted pair.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that specified in the operating instructions. ” WARNING Troubleshooting the PV array or the Trinasmart Module Optimizers should be completed only by qualified personnel. Do not disconnect PV connectors under load. WARNING The Module Optimizers contain no user-serviceable parts.
  • Page 21 Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart Troubleshooting the Network Connection To the Trinasmart Management Unit To verify the integrity of the MMU network connection, start by lifting the protective cover on the MMU and press the “MENU” button – then press “ENTER”. Use the down arrow to select “3. Network”– then press “ENTER”. Scroll to “3.2. Test” –...
  • Page 22 Troubleshooting modules which are not seen by the Trinasmart Management Unit. If the Trinasmart MaxiManager Software in the “Summary” view shows the module as powered off, when it is expected to be active: 1. Check that the physical connections between the PV module and the Module Optimizer are complete and secure.
  • Page 23 (outside the US) +1.408.364.0150 CONFORMANCE CERTIFICATION – SAFETY The Trinasmart Module Optimizer and Management Unit comply with the appropriate sections of the following International Standards to maintain the CE conformity mark: • IEC EN60950 Standard for Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use.

  • Page 24: Technical Specifications

    Installation and Safety Manual Trinasmart TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Mechanical Data Solar Cells Multicrystalline 156 × 156mm (6 inches) Cell Orientation 60 cells (6 × 10) Module Dimension 1650 × 992 × 40mm (64.95 × 39.05 × 1.57 inches) Weight 19.5kg (43.0 lb) Glass High transparancy solar glass 3.2mm (0.13 inches)
  • Page 25 Trina Solar (Italy) Srl f + 86 519 8517 6021 Malaysia Via Santa Maria Valle 3 e sales@trinasolar.com Trina Solar (Malaysia) SDN. BHD. 20123 Milan Plot 201, Lebuhraya Kampung Jawa Shanghai T + 39 02 0068 1521 Bayan Lepas fTZ, Phase 3, 11900...