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Table of Contents Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter WSTECH is a Wind&Sun Technologies and Siemens Joint Venture. Before starting any work, please read "Original Operating Instructions" and "Function and Interface Description"! APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Table of Contents Table of Contents User Information ..................11 Identification of the Product................12 Scope ......................15 Target Audience ................... 15 General Information ..................16 1.4.1 Related Documents ................16 1.4.2...
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Storage ......................54 Installation ....................55 Protection of Components ................56 Installation Site ..................... 57 4.2.1 Hole Dimension of the APS Carrier ............61 4.2.2 Surfaces ....................64 4.2.3 Centroid (Geometric Centre) ..............64 4.2.4 Centre of Gravity for APS with Cooling Tower ........65 4.2.5 Maximum permissible Wind Speed ............
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Commissioning ..................123 Preparing Commissioning ................125 Starting the Product ..................127 Stopping the Product .................. 127 Operation ....................128 User Interface ..................... 128 Operating Modes ..................128 Resetting VNC Password ................128 Assignment of the Digital Outputs ............... 129 Enable Switch .....................
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Figure 1: APS with 1-2 APUs ..................12 Figure 2: APS with 3-4 APUs ..................12 Figure 3: Product identification of APS series ............. 12 Figure 4: Example of a type plate ................13 Figure 5: Example of an option plate ................14 Figure 6: Schematic structure (APS with 1-2 APUs) ............
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter List of Figures Figure 36: Exterior view front (APS with 1-2 APUs)............. 61 Figure 37: Hole dimension of the APS carrier (APS with 1-2 APUs) ......61 Figure 38: Exterior view front (APS with 3-4 APUs)............. 62 Figure 39: Hole dimension of the APS carrier (APS with 3-4 APUs) ......
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter List of Figures Figure 73: Connection of coded plug connector ............87 Figure 74: Tank cover of water-air heat exchanger ............. 89 Figure 75: Ball valves of cooling system (in position ON) ..........89 Figure 76: Attaching the MV skid to APS ..............
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter List of Figures Figure 110: Danger areas (interior view back) ............129 Figure 111: Torque check screwed heat sink ............145 Figure 112: Tank cover of water-air heat exchanger ..........146...
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter List of Tables List of Tables Table 1: Naming convention ..................19 Table 2: Allocation of schematic structures ..............27 Table 3: Scope of delivery................... 52 Table 4: Separate package for APS ................52 Table 5: Separate package –...
User Information 1 User Information Thank you for purchasing an APS Outdoor Hybrid Inverter. By purchasing this Outdoor Hybrid inverter, you have chosen a high-quality WSTECH product. If you have questions about the application, please contact info@wstech.com. Legal Information All rights reserved. Reproduction, also in extract form, only admissible with approval from manufacturer.
Figure 1 and Figure 2 show the difference of an APS with 1-2 APUs and 3-4 APUs. Figure 1: APS with 1-2 APUs Figure 2: APS with 3-4 APUs The product identification of the APS series is illustrated in Figure 3. Figure 3: Product identification of APS series APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information The type plates (Figure 4) and option plates (Figure 5) of the APS Outdoor Hybrid Inverter (hereinafter referred to as APS or product) are located at the bottom-right of the front side as well as inside of the control unit).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Figure 5: Example of an option plate APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 14 of 213...
• APS Series (hardware version: 120, wiring diagram version: 3XX) The illustrations used in these operating instructions are reduced to the essentials and may differ from the delivered product. The Manufacturer may change these operating instructions and content therein.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information General Information These operating instructions provide detailed information regarding specifications, installation procedures, operation, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, decommissioning, technical data, safety procedures and function settings of the product. The operating instructions and the related documents exist only in electronic form.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information 1.4.2 Symbols Symbol Description DANGER! Indicates a direct danger situation which will lead to death or severe injury. WARNING! Indicates a possible danger situation which can lead to death or severe injury.
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Symbol Description WEEE identification ESD sensitive components Do not step on the marked components. This can damage the components. Escaping of heated air APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information 1.4.3 Terms and Abbreviations Table 1: Naming convention Complete designation Designation in the document Apparent Power Master Controller, PLC of APS APMC Apparent power system Apparent power unit Constant current – constant voltage...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Intended Use The APS is a hybrid inverter that converts the direct current from a DC source into alternating current and feeds it into the grid and vice versa. The product may be used solely in photovoltaic systems, energy storage systems and as STATIC VAR COMPENSTATION (STATCOM).
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Should these original operating instructions get lost or are destroyed, the customer must immediately contact the manufacturer to order, at the customer's sole expense, a new operating instructions. APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Safety Instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to disregarding the instructions for action! Disregarding the safety instructions or performing unauthorized actions may lead to serious injury or death. •...
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information WARNING! Risk of hearing damage due to loud noises of the product! The product generates loud noises during operation. This can cause hearing damage. • Wear hearing protection whenever working on the product.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Safety Sign on the Product DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltage. Risk of electrical shock from not completely discharged capacitors! • Wait minimum 15 minutes after stopping before working on the product.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Safety Sign on the Packaging APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 25 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter User Information Cleaning DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion! There is risk of fire and explosion if inflammable solvents are used. • Use only non-flammable solvents for cleaning.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description 2 Description Functional Description In the standard version, the APS is configured as a solar inverter. As a PV inverter, the product can be used in medium- and large-sized PV fields. Such configuration allows for the connection of several generator strings.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description Functional Extensions The special applications and their required options are listed below. Energy storage and converter (ES) Installed options: • DC pre-charge circuit for each APU • Operating mode CC-CV for each APU...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description Options The following options are available for the APS: • Powerlink (optional Communication Interface) • Network interface (fiber-optic mode) (default: multi-mode): o single-mode • Temperature operating range: o -10 °C … 60 °C (standard) o -25 °C …...
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description The following options are available for two APUs (APU 1-2 and/or APU 3-4): • Insulation monitoring: o Internal o External o Positive grounding o Negative grounding APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description 2.4.1 Option Seismic IEEE 693 NOTICE: Mounting of a cooling tower differs to the standard procedure (Section 4.4). The figures show the stiffening strives and their mounting points in the different Sections.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description For dismounting and mounting the protective covers the next procedure must be performed. Procedure: 1. Loosen the turnbuckle. The turnbuckle is hand-tightened (Figure 11). NOTICE: During mounting ensure the correct order of screw and washer for the screw connection.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description 2.5.2 Interior View If the protective cover is mounted the customer has access to different components and the DC link measurement points (Figure 16, Figure 17). Figure 16: Interior view front with protective cover Figure 17: Interior view back with protective cover Pos.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description NOTICE: The following figures are shown without protective cover. Figure 18: Interior view front Pos. Description APU 3 APU 4 AC switch Surge arrester (-FA211), AC connection, Fuse (-FC216) Auxiliary transformer (-TA100), behind water pump...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description Figure 20: Interior view back Pos. Description APU 1 APU 2 DC filter (not used in STATCOM applications) Surge arrester (-FA110.1), DC connection Fuse holder (not used in STATCOM applications) Surge arrester (-FA210.1), DC connection...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Description Figure 21: Interior view control unit Pos. Description Apparent Power Master Controller (APMC) Miniature circuit breaker (-FC3), Control voltage Power supply unit 24 V (-TB1) Shock indicator Dehumidifier (-E5) Surge arrester (-FA2) Miniature circuit breaker (-F1), Auxiliary supply Temperature sensor (-BT8.1), Ambient temperature (transport position)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3 Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Packaging The packaging of the APS and cooling tower depending on the order. In the following possible packaging variants are described. The safety sign on the packaging must be observed (Section 1.8).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.1.1.1 Cooling Tower Packaging Information Figure 22 shows the arrangement of components on the pallet. Requirements for packaging: • Transportation shall only be carried out on pallets which have been released by WSTECH GmbH.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Figure 23: Cooling tower on the pallet Figure 24: APS with 1-2 APUs on the pallet Figure 25: APS with 3-4 APUs on the pallet APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.1.2 Transport with Wooden Box 3.1.2.1 APS Figure 26 and Figure 27 show the dimensions of the wooden box with pallet. Figure 26: Transport wooden box with pallet (dimensioned) (APS with 1-2 APUs)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Transport of APS without Cooling Tower WARNING! Danger to life due to falling objects! The product can fall or tip over when transported incorrectly, which may cause damage to the product and result in serious injury or death.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.2.1 Centre of Gravity Observe the eccentric centre of gravity during transport. Figure 29: Centre of gravity symbol The centre of gravity is shown in Figure 30 and Figure 31. All dimensions given in millimetre.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.2.2 Transport with Hoisting Gear (APS with 1-2 APUs) NOTICE Damage to the product when using hoisting gear (e.g. forklift)! The product can fall or tip over when transported incorrectly, which may cause damage to the product.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.2.3 Transport with Crane Transport requirements: • To ensure a safe crane transport the included means for transport (lifting straps, steel shafts and, conveyor beams) must be used.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage 3.2.4 Container Loading NOTICE Damage to the product due to incorrectly positioned lashing means! Incorrect lashing leads to damage on the upper sheet metal. In this case, the doors cannot be opened.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Delivery 1. Check the shock indicators for transport damage. The shock indicators are inside the control unit (Figure 21) and on the packaging. They indicate an improper transport.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Table 5: Separate package – cooling tower Required Description Part No. Substitute material material Steel shaft Ø 60 mm x 1600 mm 340820 Cooling fluid hoses with couplings...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Packaging, Transport, Delivery, Storage Storage NOTICE Damage to the product due to incorrect storage! Storage of the product with or without packaging, unassembled and in disconnected condition can lead to ingress of moisture and dirt.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4 Installation NOTICE Damage to the product due to lightning! The product has NO lightning protection system. Absence of a lightning protection system can cause damage. • The risk of lightning damage can be reduced by installing a lightning protection system.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Protection of Components Table 8 shows the devices for protecting the components. Table 8: Protection of components (Section +C1) Item Device Component (in Section) designation Miniature circuit breaker Auxiliary supply (Sections +C3 or +C6)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Installation Site DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion! Unsuitable installation sites can cause fire or explosion, which may cause damage to the product and result in serious injury or death.
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation NOTICE Damage to the product due to improper foundation! An improper foundation can have influence on stability and IP tightness of the product. • The product must be placed on concrete foundation.
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Environmental conditions: • Ambient temperature range: -10 °C … 60 °C (14 °F … 140 °F) o Option heating -25 °C … 60 °C o Option heating and with additional thermal insulation -40 °C … 60 °C •...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 35: Schematic view of the foundation APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 60 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.1 Hole Dimension of the APS Carrier All dimensions given in millimetre. NOTICE: The holes of the MV skid are shown in the customer specific documentation. Figure 36: Exterior view front (APS with 1-2 APUs) Figure 37: Hole dimension of the APS carrier (APS with 1-2 APUs) Pos.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 38: Exterior view front (APS with 3-4 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 62 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 39: Hole dimension of the APS carrier (APS with 3-4 APUs) Pos. Description Power units (+C3; +C6) Control unit (+C1) DC distributions (+C2; +C5) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.2 Surfaces Figure 40: Height and length definition of APS Table 9 shows the surfaces of the APS with 1-2 APUs and 3-4 APUs. Table 9: Surfaces of the APS...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.4 Centre of Gravity for APS with Cooling Tower Figure 43 and Figure 44 show the centre of gravity of the APS with cooling tower. All dimensions given in millimetre.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.6 Cable Entry Areas The customer must perform all cable entries in accordance to IP65 degree of protection. All dimensions given in millimetre. Figure 45: Cable entry areas (APS with 1-2 APUs)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 46: Cable entry areas (APS with 3-4 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 67 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 47: Cable entry areas (APS with 3-4 APUs and MV skid) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 68 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.6.1 Cable Entry of the AC Connection The customer must perform the cable entries of the AC connection without cover or delivered cover in accordance to IP65 degree of protection directly in front of the APS.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.6.2 Cable Entry of the DC Connection Figure 49: Cable entry DC connection (bottom view) Pos. Description Cable entry DC connection (APS with 1-2 APUs) Cable entry DC connection (APS with 3-4 APUs)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.2.7 Safety Areas All dimensions given in millimetre. Figure 50: Safety area (APS with 1-2 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 71 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 51: Safety area (APS with 3-4 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 72 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 52: Safety area (APS with 3-4 APUs and MV skid) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 73 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Obligatory Activities after Transport 4.3.1 Checking the Doors NOTICE Damage to the product due to ingress of moisture and dust! Loosen screw connection of doors and covers, faulty door position, incorrect closing of the doors, damaging of the cabinet as well as its door gaskets and plastic cover profile leads to lower IP code.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation NOTICE: Figure 53 and Figure 54 show only a part of the screw connections. NOTICE: Each door has 5 door hinges. NOTICE: To check and tighten the middle screw of a door hinge, a special tool is required.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.3.1.3 Check Condition of Door Gaskets and Screw Connections Figure 56: Condition of door gaskets Figure 57: Check of screw connections Pos. Description Door gaskets Assembled rod’s grips Wheel support Plastic cover profile NOTICE: It is forbidden to modify or remove the plastic cover profile (Pos.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.3.1.4 Closing the Doors NOTICE: All doors must be closed according to below procedure. Figure 58: Door closing mechanism Pos. Description Closing points NOTICE: Closing doors without pressure 3 points (below, middle and above) may cause damage to the closing mechanism and consequent unsealing the cabinet and failure to meet the cabinet IP.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.3.2 Positioning the Door Switches Required material (not included in scope of delivery): • Screw driver Torx TX 25 Figure 59: Door switch Figure 60: Positioning door switch NOTICE: Each door has a door switch. These must be repositioned after transport.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Cooling Tower NOTICE Damage to the product due to ingress of moisture! Incorrect sealing of the cooling tower leads to leakages. • Surfaces and threaded studs must be clean, dry and free of all traces of grease, oil, moisture and dust.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 61: Service access to wet location (with Figure 62: Service access to dry location (without cover) cover) Figure 63: Cooling tower without top cover (top view) Pos. Description Service access cover (to wet location)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 2. Dismount the service access cover (Figure 61, A). 3. Dismount the service access cover (Figure 62, B). NOTICE: Observe the instructions for processing the assembly paste. 4. Apply the assembly paste on all threaded studs.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 65: Mounting the outer area of the cooling tower (detail view) Pos. Description Hexagon nut Spring lock washer Bonded sealing Figure 66: Mounting the inner area of the cooling tower (detail view) Pos.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.1.1 Applying the Cabinet Sealing NOTICE Damage to the product due to ingress of moisture! Incorrect sealing of the cooling tower leads to leakages. • Ensure that the construction adhesive around the air ducts completely sealed against the cooling tower.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.2 Mounting the Radial Fan NOTICE: For transport the radial fan is mounted inside the cabinet. Table 13: Required material for one radial fan Quantity Description Part No. Delivery 6 pcs.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Procedure: 1. Route the cable through the cable grommet. 2. Bring the radial fan into the correct position (Figure 68). 3. Carefully mount radial fan from the inside (Figure 69), so that the device protrudes out of the cabinet.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.3 Connecting Cooling Tower Required material (not included in scope of delivery): • 50mm Open-jaw spanner Procedure: 1. Check positioning of the sealing rings. NOTICE: The sealing ring is on the cone on both sides of the fluid hoses.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.4 Filling and Draining Cooling System CAUTION! Risk of injury due to spattering cooling fluid! Incorrect installation of cooling fluid hoses leads to leakages. • Avoid skin and eye contact.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.4.1 Filling the Cooling System Figure 74: Tank cover of water-air heat Figure 75: Ball valves of cooling system (in position ON) exchanger Pos. Description Tank cover Ball valve Ball valve Required material: •...
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.4.4.2 Draining the Cooling System Required material (not included in scope of delivery): • Hose (Ø 20 mm) with sealing nipple and cap nut (M18x1.5) • Suitable vessel (each cooling system contains approximately 45 litres) Procedure: 1.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.5.2 Sealing against Water and Dust NOTICE: Use a self-sealing strip to protect the product against water and dirt. The cover sealing must be attached after the MV transformer is mounted.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Electrical Connection DANGER! Danger to life due to electric shock! An incorrect selection and cable routing can cause damage to property and result in death or serious injury. • Selection and installation of electrical equipment, cable and lines must comply to local rules and requirements.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.6.1 Interfaces of the Electrical Connections Figure 78: Interfaces of the electrical connections APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 95 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.6.2 Grounding DANGER! Life hazard due to electric shock! The product must be grounded at the earthing screw to establish a potential equalization. • Provide earth connection before connecting to the AC/DC power.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 80: Sectional view of MV skid and APS cable connection Pos. Description Connection cable 4.6.3 AC Connection NOTICE Dimensioning of the AC cables! The ampacity of the AC terminals depends on the APU current.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Table 15: Ampacity of AC terminals (APS with 1 APU) Pos. AC Connection Divide of APS nominal current L1. APU 1 1 times APU current L2. APU 1 1 times APU current L3.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Required material: • 18 x M12x50 mm hexagon screws • 18 x M12 hexagon nuts • 36 x conical spring washers Procedure: 1. Open doors in Section +C3 or +C6 (Figure 13).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Table 19: AC connection AC Connection Remarks Max. quantity of for APUs AC cable L1. APU 1 + 2 AC terminals for APU 1 and APU 2 L2. APU 1 + 2...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 83: AC connection (APS with 3 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 102 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 84: AC connection (APS with 4 APUs) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 103 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 85: Dimensioning of the AC connection APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 104 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 86 shows the sectional views B-B and C-C. Figure 86: Dimensioning of the AC connection (detail view) APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 105 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.6.4 DC Connection (Versions with 1000 V and 1500 V WARNING! Danger to life due to uneven distribution of the DC power on the APUs! When the complete DC power is connected on one APU the cooper rails can be damaged.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Procedure: 1. Open doors in Sections +C2, +C5 (Figure 14). 2. Dismount the protective covers. 3. Check that all screws of the minus cooper rail and plus copper rail are mechanically secured (Figure 89).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 89: DC connection Pos. Description Cable entry grommet Mounting bar (C-profile 30x15 mm) with cable clamps DC (-) connection Minus copper rail DC (+) connection DC fuse holder (breakout sectional view)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.6.4.1 Dimensions of the Fuse Holders Fuse holder for 1000 V version (All dimensions given in millimetre) Figure 90: 1000 V fuse holder right view Fuse size M10x25 M12x30 Figure 92: 1000 V...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Supply Voltage In the delivery status the APS is supplied via the auxiliary transformer. The supply voltage (optional UPS buffered) feeds the radial fans, cooling tower, control and the option heating.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 95: External supply by the customer APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 112 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.7.1.2 Supply Voltage for Customer Installation Area Customer connection: • Apparent power: 1 kVA • Voltage: 230 V • Maximum current: 4.35 A NOTICE: The customer installation area and its terminals are in the control unit (Section +C1).
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.7.1.3 Buffered Supply Voltage via external UPS NOTICE: UPS buffered supply voltage is possible only if a device is supplied via the terminal (-X11) at the same time. If an external UPS is connected the internal control and the customer installation area are supplied both with buffered voltage.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 97: Buffered supply voltage customer installation area and internal control APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 115 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Data Communication NOTICE Damage to the product due to overvoltage! Overvoltage can be generated by a lightning, by capacitive or inductive interferences of other electric systems. • Ensure that for data communication only a fibre optic cable must be used.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.8.1 Communication Interfaces Procedure: 1. Open doors in Section +C1. 2. Open corresponding cable ducts 3. Route fiber optic cables for data communication through opening and connect to the required port (Figure 99).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.8.1.1 Feedback of the Enable Switch The feedback of the Enable switch can be queried via the terminals (-X6.1-2). Cable requirements: • Connection lines of the feedback, conductor cross-section 1 mm Procedure: 1.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation Figure 100: Connection of MV skid interfaces when monitored by the APS APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 119 of 213...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.9.2 MV Skid not monitored by the APS NOTICE Failure during grid connections due to missing cable bridge and resistor! If the APS used without a MV skid or monitored external, the customer must connect delivered cable bridge and a resistor.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.10 Connection of the Irradiation/Temperature Sensor (optional) The optional Si-12-TC-T irradiance sensor must be connected to the surge arresters as shown in Figure 102. Figure 21 shows the position of the surge arresters.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Installation 4.11 After Installation After installation the following items must be checked: • Leave no waste packaging, waste and tools within the product. • No transportation and installation damage occurred. •...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Commissioning 5 Commissioning DANGER! Life hazard due to electric shock! Missing protective cover in the power unit and DC distribution can cause damage to property or personnel. • Do not touch live parts.
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Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Commissioning NOTICE Damage of measuring device caused due to overvoltage! Performing measurements with the incorrect measuring range can cause damage. • Use only measuring devices with correct measuring range. APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Commissioning Preparing Commissioning Requirements: • Conditions for operation must be fulfilled (Section 12.2). • An initial setup via the user interface is necessary before commissioning. Figure 103: Routing temperature sensor Figure 104: Position temperature sensor...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Commissioning Figure 107: Connecting current transformer plug Figure 108: Properly connected current transformer plug (side view) Pos. Description Profile of the plug Profile of the connector Procedure: 1. Lead the temperature sensor (Figure 21) through the cable entry grommet (Section +C1) (Figure 103).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Commissioning Starting the Product Procedure: 1. See Function and Interface Description. Stopping the Product Procedure: 1. Set operation mode OFF via the user interface (Function and Interface Description). 2. Open doors in Section +C1 (Figure 13).
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Operation 6 Operation User Interface The product has the following user interfaces: • Local visualization per touch display • Remote visualization per VNC access • FTP access Access by an upstream control is provided via: •...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Operation Assignment of the Digital Outputs Table 21 shows the assignment of the Digital Outputs (DO). Table 21: Assignment of DOs Modul Assignment -KF6 APU1/2_test-signal -KF7 APU3/4_test-signal Enable Switch If the Enable switch is switched in position OFF, the AC switches and DC switches are operated automatically in position OFF.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting DANGER! Life hazard due to high voltage! In case of fault, high voltage may still be present on the product. Touching energized parts leads to death or severe injury.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7.1.1 APS Error Codes 3, 4 Corrective action: 1. Check the fluid level (Section 4.4.4). In case of low fluid level, refill the cooling system up to the fluid level.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7.1.7 APS Error Code 24 NOTICE: For monitoring the MV transformer the customer must connect the feedback contact (Section 4.9). Corrective action: 1. Check if the PT100 is connected correctly or is open.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7.1.12 APS Error Codes 50 Corrective action: 1. Check if a HIGH-pulse (+24 V ) is applied at (-KF3) port 14 (DI-07) (Figure 21, Pos. 1). If 0 V is applied, apply a HIGH-pulse (+24 V 7.1.13 APS Error Codes 51...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7.2.1 APS Warning Codes 1, 2 Corrective action: 1. See Section 7.1.1. 7.2.2 APS Warning Code 5 Corrective action: 1. It is recommended to replace all AC surge arrester modules (-FA2) (Figure 21) if the indication shows a red flag.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting Table 25: Extract of APU Error Codes (continued) Code Error Corrective Action DC switch Check DC switch Enable 24V Check enable switch and door switches Driver version L1 Check power stack...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Troubleshooting 7.3.1 APU Error Codes 1-4, 44, 89, 100 Corrective action: 1. Check the fluid level (Section 7.1.1). 2. Start the fan manually via VNC access (Function and Interface Description). 3. Check if the fan is ON.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance 8 Maintenance DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltage! After stopping dangerous voltage is present in the product. Touching live parts can result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance Procedure: 1. Set operation mode to OFF via the user interface (Function and Interface Description). 2. Open doors in Section +C1 (Figure 13). 3. Switch miniature circuit breaker (-F1) in position 0 to disconnect the supply voltage.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance 8.2.3 Visual Inspection of the Interior Area Maintenance Tasks: 1. Open all doors (Figure 13, Figure 14). 2. Check the interior area for dust and water accumulation as well as any vermin.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance 8.2.6 Condition Check of the Cables and Lines Maintenance Tasks: 1. Open all doors (Figure 13, Figure 14). 2. Check all cables and lines for damage. In case of damage, renew the damaged cables and lines.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance 8.2.8.2 Torque Check NOTICE: Torque check is only required for screwed heat sinks. Required material (not included in scope of delivery): • 8 mm Allen key Figure 111: Torque check screwed heat sink Pos.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance 8.2.8.3 Testing of the Cooling Fluid Figure 112: Tank cover of water-air heat exchanger Pos. Description Tank cover NOTICE: The cooling fluid is a mixture with 50 % glycol / 50 % distilled water.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Maintenance Maintenance every 48 Months NOTICE: During each maintenance interval, the following point must be checked. The 12-months maintenance (Section 8.1) must also be performed. Table 29: Maintenance in de-energized condition (every 48 months)
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Decommissioning 9 Decommissioning Procedure: 1. Stop the product (Section 5.3). 2. Switch off the AC/DC power externally and secure it from being switched on again. 3. Ensure that the product is de-energized.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Disposal 10 Disposal The product contains electrical components, metals and liquids. Final and professional disposal of the product must be executed by the customer under the applicable statutory regulations of the country in which the product is used. Please observe the special regulations for electric and electronic equipment in particular.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Customer Service 11 Customer Service If you have questions regarding the product, please contact our customer service. Please have the following information ready so we can help as quickly as possible.
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Appendix 12 Appendix 12.1 Spare Parts List Table 30: Spare parts list for all products Item Section Article description Part no. designation -FA15.1 Surge arrester 2-pole, 24 Vdc 570016 -FA15.2 Surge arrester 2-pole, 12 Vdc...
Original Operating Instructions APS Series – Outdoor Hybrid Inverter Appendix 12.2 Technical Data The following figures are an abstract of the data sheets. APS-Series 120 Operating Instructions v320 EN Page 153 of 213...
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