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- Page 1 Installation Manual SMA RS485 MODULE MD.485-US-40 (PC-485.BG1) ENGLISH MD485-US-40-IA-en-11 | Version 1.1...
- Page 2 SMA Solar Technology AG Legal Provisions The information contained in these documents is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, be it electronic, mechanical, photographic, magnetic or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document..........Validity ........................Target Group......................Levels of warning messages ..................Symbols in the Document ..................Typographies in the document .................. Designation in the document ..................Additional Information .................... -
Page 4: Information On This Document
SMA Solar Technology AG Information on this Document Validity This document is valid for: • SMA RS485 (MD.485-US-40) with assembly designation "PC-485.BG1" from hardware version A1 Target Group The tasks described in this document must only be performed by qualified persons. Qualified persons must have the following skills: •... -
Page 5: Typographies In The Document
SMA Solar Technology AG 1 Information on this Document Symbol Explanation A problem that might occur ✖ Example Typographies in the document Typography Example bold • Messages • Connect the insulated conductors to the terminals • Terminals X703:1 to X703:6. -
Page 6: Safety
Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written permission of SMA. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and warranty claims and in most cases terminate the operating license. SMA shall not be held liable for any damage caused by such changes. -
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with the product. The product has been designed and tested in accordance with international safety requirements. As with all electrical or electronical devices, there are residual risks despite careful construction. - Page 8 2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical installations (for North America) All installations must conform with the laws, regulations, codes and standards applicable in the ® jurisdiction of installation (e.g. National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian ® Electrical Code CSA-C22.1.).
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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: Product Overview
4 Product Overview SMA Solar Technology AG Product Overview SMA RS485 Module The SMA RS485 Module enables SMA inverters to establish wired RS485 communication. Design of the Module Figure 2: Design of the module Position Explanation Opening for the fastening screw... - Page 11 SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Overview You will require the information on the type label to use the product safely and when seeking customer support from Service (see Section 10 "Contact", page 21). Installation Manual MD485-US-40-IA-en-11...
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Page 12: Mounting
Designation Communication assembly Module slot M1* Module slot M2 * Production resources SMA recommends using module slot M1 for the module. Installing the Module NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to moisture ingress during electrical installation • Never open the inverter when it is raining or snowing, or the humidity is over 95%. - Page 13 SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting Procedure: DANGER 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.
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Page 14: Connection
6 Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection Preparing the Connection Cable Depending on whether the module is located at the end or in the middle of the communication bus, prepare one or two connection cables as described in the following. -
Page 15: Inserting The Cables
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Connection Inserting the Cables Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery): ☐ Connection cable (see Section 6.1, page 14) Procedure: 1. Make sure that the inverter has been disconnected and is secured against reconnection (see the inverter manual). - Page 16 3. Push the levers of the terminals 2, 5 and 7 of a terminal block upwards. 4. Connect the insulated conductors to the terminals 2, 5 and 7 and note the insulated conductor colors (see Installation Instructions "RS485 Cabling Plan" at www.SMA-Solar.com). 5. Close the levers of the terminals.
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Page 17: Decommissioning
SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Decommissioning Decommissioning Removing the Module NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to moisture ingress during electrical installation • Never open the inverter when it is raining or snowing, or the humidity is over 95%. • For attaching the conduits to the enclosure, only use UL-listed rain-tight conduit fittings for wet locations. -
Page 18: Packing The Product For Shipment
7 Decommissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Packing the Product for Shipment • Pack the product for shipping. Use the original packaging or packaging that is suitable for the weight and size of the product. Disposing of the Product • Dispose of the product in accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic waste. -
Page 19: Technical Data
SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Technical Data Technical Data General Data Mounting location In the inverter Voltage supply Via the inverter Mechanical Data Width x height x depth 60 mm x 105 mm x 33 mm (2.4 in x 4.1 in x 1.3 in) Ambient Conditions for Storage/Transport Ambient temperature -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) -
Page 20: Compliance Information
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by SMA Solar Technology AG may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. MD485-US-40-IA-en-11... -
Page 21: 10 Contact
SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Contact 10 Contact If you have technical problems with our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. The following data is required in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverters: – Serial number – Firmware version –... - Page 22 www.SMA-Solar.com...
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