This manual describes the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the Smart Load. 1.1 Validity This manual applies to firmware version FwVer 2.03 and higher. You can access the firmware version of the Smart Load 6000 (SL 6000) using a communication connection. 1.2 Target Group This manual is intended for the installer and the user.
SMA Solar Technology AG Notes on this Manual 1.4 Symbols Used The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described below: DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
230 V or 3 x 230 V. The frequency can be 50 Hz or 60 Hz. Observe the limits specified by the manufacturer. The Smart Load is only suitable for original SMA accessories or accessories recommended by SMA. Appropriate usage also includes observing all the documentation.
SMA Solar Technology AG Safety 2.2 General Safety Instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the Smart Load. • All work on the Smart Load must be carried out by a qualified electrician. CAUTION! Danger of burn injuries due to hot housing parts.
SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 3 Unpacking 3.1 Packing List Object Number Description Smart Load wall mounting bracket technical Description EC Declaration of Conformity silicone tube large bridging strips (for AC and resistor connections) small bridging strips (for choke connection)
SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 3.2 Checking for Transport Damage Before installing, make sure that all parts are included in the delivery. • Carefully check the packaging and the Smart Load for any signs of damage. If something is missing or the Smart Load has been damaged during transport, contact your dealer immediately.
SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 4 Mounting 4.1 Dimensions and Weight 215 mm 325 mm 435 mm 14 kg 4.2 Selecting the Mounting Location DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion. Despite careful construction, a fire can occur with electrical devices.
SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 4.2.1 Ambient Conditions • The mounting location must be accessible at all times. • An ambient temperature between -25 °C and +50 °C ensures optimum operation. • Do not expose the device to direct sunlight.
SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 4.2.3 Position • Install at eye level to allow operating modes to be read at all times. • Vertical installation or tilted backwards by max. 45 °. 45° • Never install the device with a forward tilt.
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SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting Tighten the Smart Load using the provided M6 screw on the underside of the housing. The screw secures the Smart Load against being raised. Screw Ensure that the Smart Load is securely in place. SL6000-TEN081820...
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5 Electrical Connection NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges can damage the Smart Load. • Ground yourself before touching a component inside the Smart Load. Touching the inside of the Smart Load's housing. 5.1 Overview of the Connection Area...
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Object Description connection terminals for external specified power output connection terminal for operational interruptor Screw terminals for connection of the communication cable jumper slot for communication interface port floating input for operation display jumper slot for switching the grid frequency...
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.2 Connecting the Stand-alone Grid System The Smart Load can be installed in single or three-phase, AC-coupled stand-alone grids whose nominal voltage is 230 V or 3 x 230 V having a frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection AC connection terminal DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the Smart Load. • Only start the stand-alone grid system after all work has been completed. SL6000-TEN081820 Technical Description...
The load resistor must be suitable for 230 V DC voltage. • Only use resistors that are suitable for pulsed DC voltages. Load resistors with a power consumption of 6 kW can be purchased from SMA. If... Then... Three-phase operation...
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection NOTICE! A short circuit will irreparably damage the Smart Load. • Always connect three load resistors, with a power consumption of 2 kW each, for a 3-phase AC connection. Connection procedure for three load resistors Unscrew the M25 metric-thread cable screw connection's lock nut (A) and slide it over the load resistor cable.
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Connection procedure for one load resistor Unscrew the M25 metric-thread cable screw connection's lock nut (A) and slide it over the load resistor cable. Remove the dummy plug from the cable screw connection. Pull the load resistor cable through the cable screw connection into the inside of the Smart Load.
5.4 Communication 5.4.1 RS232 and RS485 SMA communication devices use RS232 and RS485 communication interfaces. In addition, a PC equipped with suitable software can be connected to the Smart Load. See the communication device documentation for a detailed wiring diagram.
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the Smart Load. • Only start the stand-alone grid system after all work has been completed. Technical Description SL6000-TEN081820...
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.4.2 Operation Display You can connect an external load (e.g. energy saving lamp) to the Smart Load. It displays whether the Smart Load is operating (green LED illuminates) and whether power is being output (green LED flashes).
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.5 Additional Connections 5.5.1 Operational Interruption You can switch the Smart Load on and off using an external contact. NOTICE! High voltages and currents will irreparably damage the Smart Load Observe the maximum voltage and current of the contact: •...
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.5.2 External Specified Power Output You can set the level of the power to be regulated using an external DC source. The control range is 1 V - 9 V. • 1 V = 0 % power output •...
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SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Loosen the lock nut of the PG screw fitting (B) and slide it over the cable of the voltage source. Remove the dummy plug from the cable screw connection. Thread the cable of the voltage source through the cable screw connection and connect the cables to the connection terminal "X90"...
SMA Solar Technology AG Switching the Grid Frequency 6 Switching the Grid Frequency In order to operate the Smart Load in Sunny Island systems with a 60 Hz grid, the jumper must be disconnected from jumper slot "ENS 2" and be connected to slot "ENS 1".
SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7 Commissioning Check the following requirements before commissioning: • Secure fit on wall mounting bracket • Correct connection of the AC cable (grid) • Connection of DC cable (load resistor, any additional connections) is complete •...
SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 8 Opening and Closing 8.1 Opening the Smart Load NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges can damage the Smart Load. • Ground yourself before touching a component inside the Smart Load. touching the inside of the Smart Load's housing.
SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 9 Maintenance and Cleaning 9.1 Cleaning the Cooling Fins It is only necessary to clean the cooling fins if the Smart Load's heat dissipation is restricted by dirt. • Clean the cooling fins using a suitable brush.
SMA Solar Technology AG Parameter List 10 Parameter List 10.1 Adjustable Parameters No. Parameter Range Default value Unit Description ErrWtTms 600 - 3600 seconds error criterion: length of time for which the system remains in error status. EvtWtTms 10 - 300...
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SMA Solar Technology AG Parameter List No. Parameter Range Default value Unit Description ChrPwrPosMin 0 - 10000 watt P/f defined curve - minimum output power ChrPwrPosMax 0 - 10000 6000 watt P/f defined curve - maximum output power PWMMan 0 - 100...
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SMA Solar Technology AG Parameter List No. Parameter Range Default value Unit Description ChrPwrPosLoVt 0 - 10000 watt P/U analog curve P at point ChrPwrPosLoHi 0 - 10000 6000 watt P/U analog curve P at point ChrVtgPosLo 5 - 100...
SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting 11.1 LEDs Green LED Red LED Yellow LED Meaning Remedy device off Commission the Smart Load as described in section 7 "Commissioning" (Page 29). is illuminated is illuminated is illuminated initialization is illuminated -...
Dispose of the Smart Load at the end of its service life in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste which apply at the installation site at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA with shipping paid by sender, and labeled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("for disposal"). SL6000-TEN081820...
SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 13 Technical Data SL 6000 AC Input Nominal input voltage 230 V (1-phase) / 3 x 230 V with N conductor (3-phase) System frequency 45 ... 55 Hz, 55 ... 65 Hz Input voltage range 3 x 180 ...
SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 14 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Technical Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Serial number of the Smart Load •...
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The use of supplied software produced by SMA Solar Technology AG is subject to the following conditions: • SMA Solar Technology AG rejects any liability for direct or indirect damages arising from the use of software developed by SMA Solar Technology AG. This also applies to the provision or non-provision of support activities.
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