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- Page 1 Installation / User Manual Models BPE600 & BPE1300 Photovoltaic Grid-connected Microinverter Rev 1.3 © All Rights Reserved...
- Page 2 Table of Contents Installation/User Manual...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions This manual contains important instructions for the proper installation and maintenance of the Photovoltaic Grid-connected Inverter (Microinverter). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and ensure safe installation and operation of the Microinverter, the followingsymbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety considerations. Specifications are subject to change without notice - please ensure you are using the most recent update found at the manufacturer website. - Page 4 Important Safety Instructions Radio Interference Statement CE EMC Compliance：The equipment complies with CE EMC, which is designed to protect against harmful interference in residential installations. The equipment could emit radio frequencies which might cause harmful interference with radio communications, if the following installation instructions are not adhered to.
- Page 5 Important Safety Instructions Symbol Definitions Trademark. Caution, risk of electric shock. Caution, hot surface. Symbol indicating electrical and electronics device disposal according to Directive 2002/96/EC. Indicates that the device, accessories and the packaging must not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste. Waste electrical equipment should be collected and disposed separately.
- Page 6 Microinverter System Introduction The microinverter is used in utility-interactive grid-tied applications, comprised of three key elements: Microinverter Data Monitoring Unit (DMU) & Radio Transmission Unit (RTU) Energy Monitor and Analysis (EMA) web-based monitoring and analysis system Microinverter BPE 600 Microinverter BPE1300...
- Page 7 Microinverter System Introduction Microinverter System Introduction This integrated system improves safety, maximizes solar energy harvest, and increases system reliability. It also simplifies solar system design, installation, maintenance, and management. Microinverters maximize PV energy production Each PV module has individual Maximum Peak Power Tracking (MPPT) controls, which ensures that the maximum power is transmitted to the utility grid regardless of the performance of the other PV modules in the array.
- Page 8 Max. # Model Module Connector AC grid PV Module Per branch Number 8 for 25A BPE600 50/60Hz,127/240V 60, 72 Cell MC-4 Type or Customize breaker 4 for 25A MC-4 Type or Customize BPE1300 50/60Hz,240V 60, 72 Cell breaker Installation/User Manual...
- Page 9 Microinverter System Introduction Microinverter System Installation Setting up microinverters for a PV system is simple. Each microinverter easily mounts on the PV racking, directly beneath the PV module(s). Low voltage DC wires connect from the PV module directly to the microinverter, eliminating the risks associated with high DC voltage. Installation MUST comply with local regulations and technical rules.
- Page 10 Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Step 1 - Install the AC branch circuit junction box a) Install an appropriate junction box at a suitable location on the PV racking system (typically at the end of a branch of modules). b) Connect the open wire end of the AC cable into the junction box using an appropriate gland or strain relief fitting.
- Page 11 Installation Procedures Installation Procedures WARNING: Prior to installing any of the microinverters, verify that the utility voltage at the point of common connection matches the voltage rating on the microinverter label. WARNING: Do not place the inverters (including DC and AC connectors) where they can be exposed to the sun, rain or snow.
- Page 12 Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Step 4 - Install a AC cable protective end cap at the end of AC cable Step 5 - Connect Microinverters to the PV Modules NOTE: When the DC cables are plugging in, the microinverter LED should immediately blink red once, followed by three short green blinks.
- Page 13 Microinverter system operating instructions Microinverter PV System Operation: 1. Turn ON the AC circuit breaker on each microinverter AC branch circuit. 2. Turn ON the main utility-grid AC circuit breaker. Your system will start producing power after a one-minute waiting time. 3.
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Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Qualified personnel should use the following troubleshooting steps if the PV system is inoperative: Status Indications and Error Reporting Start up LED One minute after DC power is first applied to the microinverter, one short red blink indicates a successful microinverter startup sequence. - Page 15 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting an Inoperative Microinverter There are two malfunction possibilties: a) The microinverter itself may be experiencing problems. b) The microinverter is working, but it is having trouble communicating with the DMU. The items below refer to microinverter issues, which exclude communication issues (addressed in the DMU installation and user manual).
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Page 16: Replace A Microinverter
Replace a Microinverter Follow the procedure to replace a failed microinverter: a) Disconnect the microinverter from the PV module, in the order shown below: i) Disconnect the AC by turning off the branch circuit breaker. ii) Disconnect the AC connector of the microinverter. iii) Cover the module with an opaque casing. -
Page 17: Technical Data
Technical Data WARNING: Be sure to verify that the voltage and current specifications of your PV module match with those of the Microinverter. Please refer to the datasheet or user manual. WARNING: You must match the DC operating voltage range of the PV module with the allowable input voltage range of the Microinverter. - Page 18 BPE600 Microinverter Datasheet Model BPE600-127V BPE600-240V Input Data (DC) MPPT Voltage Range 25V-55V Operation Voltage Range 20V-55V Maximum Input Voltage Startup Voltage 10.4A x 2 Maximum Input Current Maximum DC Short Circuit Current Output Data (AC) Maximum Output Power 600W...
- Page 19 BPE1300 Microinverter Datasheet Model BPE1300-240V Input Data (DC) MPPT Voltage Range 25V-55V Operation Voltage Range 20V-55V Maximum Input Voltage Startup Voltage 10.4A x4 Maximum Input Current Maximum DC Short Circuit Current Output Data (AC) Maximum Output Power 1300 W Nominal Output Voltage 240V 5.416A Nominal Output Current...
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Page 20: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram Sample Wiring Diagram Three Phase Installation/User Manual... - Page 21 Sample Wiring Diagram Single Phase Installation/User Manual...
- Page 22 Sample Wiring Diagram Three Phase Installation/User Manual...
- Page 23 Sample Wiring Diagram Single Phase Installation/User Manual...
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Will the micro inverter BPE 1300 work with out having a DMU or RTU
No, the Badger Power Electronics BPE600 microinverter requires a DMU (Data Management Unit) for setup and communication. The DMU is necessary for reporting to the Energy Monitor and Analysis (EMA) system, displaying performance, and managing system functions.
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