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YASKAWA Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R Installation And Operation Manual

YASKAWA Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Commercial 1000VDC String Inverter Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R Installation and Operation Guide Model: PVI 25TL-480-R...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Important Safety Instructions ............................4 Hazard Symbols ............................... 4 Symbols on Labels ..............................5 General Safety Messages ............................6 Status Panel ................................8 Overview ..................................9 Intended Use ................................9 Inverter Features ..............................10 Inverter Protections ..............................
  • Page 3 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Maintenance and Decommissioning of Inverters ......................84 Product Maintenance ............................84 Uninstall the Inverter ............................89 Accessories ..................................89 Roof Racking and Shade Cover Kit (OPT-ROOFKIT-PVI-25TL) ................90 Technical Data ................................93 Datasheet ................................93 Measurement Tolerances .............................

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 1. Important Safety Instructions Hazard Symbols DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 5: Symbols On Labels

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Symbols on Labels Table 1-1 Explanation of Symbols on Labels SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DC Signal AC Signal Equipment Ground Phase Refer to Operating Instructions Caution: Risk of Electric Shock Do not remove cover until 5 minutes after disconnecting all supply sources...

  • Page 6: General Safety Messages

    Heavy Lifting Hazard: Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R inverters weigh ~22 kg (48.5 lbs). The wire-box weighs ~6 kg (13.2 lbs). Ensure the mounting bracket is properly installed prior to hanging the inverter and wire-box on the bracket. A team of two is recommended to lift and place the inverter and wire-box into position.
  • Page 7 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions for model: PVI 25TL-480-R DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 7 of 101...

  • Page 8: Status Panel

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Status Panel The Status Panel consists of four LED icons that provide useful information to the user regarding the current state of the inverter. The Status Panel is shown in Figure 1-1 and the icon symbols are defined in Table 1-2.

  • Page 9: Overview

    PV modules, DC power distribution equipment, a PV inverter, and AC power distribution equipment. The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R converts solar power (DC) to 480VAC power suitable for use in buildings and back feeding onto the electrical grid. This inverter is a grid following inverter, which means it synchronizes the output voltage with the grid, as well as synchronizes the output current to the same frequency and phase as the AC grid.

  • Page 10: Inverter Features

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Inverter Features CONVERSION TECHNOLOGY 3 - Level HIGH EFFICIENCY Max 98.5%, CEC 98% GRID ADAPTABILITY Supports multiple grid trip setpoints Pre-set grid setpoints: IEEE 1547, CA Rule 21, ISO-NE Adjustable reactive power Adjustable power factor (PF) ±0.8...

  • Page 11: Communication Overview

    Communication Overview The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R utilizes an advanced communication platform that can be accessed over Wi-Fi using a smart device via the FOMlink wireless antenna device. This provides the user with a single point of access to all inverters within a network, without needing to travel the site to interact with individual inverters.
  • Page 12 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 13.1in(333.0mm) 3.3in(85.0mm) 12.1in(308.0mm) 2.4in(60.0mm) 11.1in(283.0mm) 1.4in (35.0mm) 4.4in (111.0mm) DC INPUT COMM. PORT LINKIT AC OUTPUT  For more details please see the user manual. WARNING: High touch current . VENT Earth connection essential before connecting supply.

  • Page 13: Schematic Diagram And Circuit Design

    Schematic Diagram and Circuit Design The basic electrical schematic diagram of SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R inverters is shown in Figure 2-4. The input from PV source circuits passes through surge protection circuitry, DC EMI wave filters, and independent DC-DC boost circuitry to achieve maximum-power-point tracking and boost the voltages to a common DC bus.

  • Page 14: Unpacking

    Figure 2-5 Example Power Head Labels for SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL Unpacking The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R inverter ships in one box. Prior to installation, be sure to store the packaged inverter(s) out of the elements. The inverter enclosures are not NEMA Type 4X rated until fully installed. Storage temperatures are -40°F to +158°F (-40°C to +70°C).
  • Page 15 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 2-6 Shipment Box Contents DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 15 of 101...

  • Page 16: Installation

    FOMlink Wi-Fi Module For access to HMI Installation Before attempting to install the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R read Section 3 in its entirety. WARNING Read These Instructions: Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in personal injury or death. Read this section in its entirety before attempting to install a SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R.
  • Page 17 PV array. If the inverter is mounted outdoors without operating power for an extended period of time, Yaskawa Solectria Solar recommends that the inverter power head be inspected for water condensation before any DC or AC power is applied to the inverter.

  • Page 18: Installation Sequence Overview

    3.2.1 Inverter Environment The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R is equipped with a NEMA Type 4X rated, Polyester Powder-Coated Aluminum enclosure suitable for outdoor installation in many different climates. Select the mounting location appropriately taking into consideration, snow, wind, rain, direct sun, pests, vegetation growth, and any other local environmental conditions. To increase its life span, it is recommended that the inverter be installed out of direct sunlight;...
  • Page 19 Inverter Mounting Angle and Orientation The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R is designed to accommodate mounting angles between vertical and 75° from vertical. If tilted at 75° from vertical (15° from horizontal) in an outdoor environment, the Shade Cover accessory is required. See Section 8.1.2 for more details.
  • Page 20 3. Do not mount the inverter leaning forward. 4. Do not mount the inverter at an angle lower than 15° from horizontal. 3.2.3 Inverter Dimensions The dimensions of the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R are shown in Figure 3-2. Figure 3-2 Inverter Dimensions 3.2.4 Inverter Spacing It is important to allow ample spacing for ventilation, wire management, and service.
  • Page 21 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-3 Inverter Minimum Spacing and Clearance Area DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 21 of 101...
  • Page 22 Acceptable surfaces include U-channel metal racking (such as Unistrut), concrete, and other non-flammable surfaces. The total installed weight of the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R with wiring box is 61.7 lbs (28 kg). It is the responsibility of the installer to perform a structural analysis of the intended mounting surface.
  • Page 23 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-4 Mounting Bracket - Hole Locations DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 23 of 101...
  • Page 24 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 3.2.6 Mechanical Installation, Method Table 3-1 Tools Required TOOL DESCRIPTION NO. 2 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER Torque value of 1.6 Nm (14.2 in-lbs) NO. 10 WRENCH Torque value of 4 Nm (35.4 in-lbs) NO. 3 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER Torque value of 4 Nm (35.4 in-lbs)
  • Page 25 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-6 Mount the Power Head to the Bracket 3.2.6.3 Install the Wire-Box NOTICE! It is not advisable to leave the Wire-Box Installed without the Power Head: If it is absolutely necessary to have the Wire-Box installed without the Power Head, keep the bulkhead connector cover on or reinstall the bulkhead connector cover.
  • Page 26 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Save the bulkhead connector cover and screws and attach the cover to the left side of the wire-box after the wire-box is attached to the inverter enclosure. Covers may be required in the future if an inverter or wire-box is to be removed during servicing.
  • Page 27 3.2.6.7 Anti-Theft Padlock (Optional) The Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-480-R inverter provides the option to install an anti-theft padlock (not included) when the installation is complete. The anti-theft padlock is used to prevent the inverter from being stolen when the equipment is installed outdoors.

  • Page 28: Wire-Box

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-11 Location of Anti-Theft Padlock Hole The anti-theft padlock shackle should meet the requirements of the dimensions shown in Figure 3-12. Figure 3-12 Acceptable Dimensions for Anti-Theft Padlock Wire-Box 13.1in(333.0mm) 3.3in(85.0mm) 12.1in(308.0mm) 2.4in(60.0mm)

  • Page 29: Electrical Installation Dc

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R ② Knock-outs for AC output, (2) 1-1/2 inch Trade Size ③ Knock-out for communication, (4) 3/4 inch Trade Size ④ FOMlink Dongle port ⑤ Vent ⑥ External ground connection point (M6) Figure 3-14 Internal Connection Points within the Wire-Box ⑦...
  • Page 30 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R NOTICE! DC Overload: Exceeding the recommended DC to AC ratio may damage the inverter and will void the warranty. Size strings according to information in this section and all applicable electrical codes. DC/AC Ratio and Current Limits: Both DC to AC ratio and I limits must be observed.
  • Page 31 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-16 Matched (Left) and Mismatched (Right) String Sizes within a Zone or Inverter 3.4.3 DC Connection Specifications The voltage rating of the DC conductors must meet or exceed 1000VDC and be rated at no less than 90°C (194°F). All electrical conductors must meet the requirements of the NEC and local electrical codes.
  • Page 32 DC input conductor (i.e. NEC 2014 or earlier), additional fusing shall be installed for the conductors connected to the negative (-) DC input terminal of the Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R inverters. The voltage rating of the fuse must be at least 1000V .
  • Page 33 The use of the wire ferrules is not mandatory and shall not void the product warranty if not used. (The ferrules are not provided by Yaskawa Solectria Solar.) 3.4.6...
  • Page 34 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Use Correct Fuses: Make sure to size the fuses according to NEC requirements. 3.4.6.1 Remove Wire-Box Cover Prior to installation, confirm the Wire-Box to be used is the Wire-Box as shown in Figure 3-18below.

  • Page 35: Electrical Installation Ac

    This section includes important information regarding the AC grid connection, wiring requirements, and installation instructions. INFO ✔ String Sizing Tool: Yaskawa Solectria Solar offers a String Sizing Tool to help customers design their PV string sizing at https://www.solectria.com/support/string-sizing-tool/ DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020)
  • Page 36 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 3.5.1 Transformer Configurations CAUTION Improper Transformer Configuration: Inverter will not run and may have hazardous current. Connect transformer in specified configurations only (see Figure 3-20). NOTICE! 480 VAC, 60Hz, Grid Grounded Wye ONLY: The inverter is only rated for 480 VAC, 60Hz, 3-Phase grounded Wye.
  • Page 37 Neutral to Ground Jumper: Do not use a jumper between neutral and ground if the neutral conductor is connected. Using a jumper with the neutral conductor connected may result in damage and void the warranty. 3.5.3 AC Conductor Specifications Yaskawa Solectria requires the use of conductors rated at a minimum of 90°C. DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 37 of 101...
  • Page 38 Use of Aluminum Conductors The AC terminals in the SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R are dual rated by UL for use with copper and aluminum conductors. When using aluminum conductors it is important to prepare the conductors properly to prevent oxidation and overheating.
  • Page 39 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 3.5.5 Electrical Installation AC, Method DANGER Electric Shock Hazard: Components with hazardous voltage and energy will electrocute operator. Operator shall avoid touching live components with hazardous voltage and energy. Verify the absence of voltage using an appropriately rated multimeter.
  • Page 40 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R DC INPUT  For more details please see the user manual. WARNING: High touch current . Earth connection essential before connecting supply. Figure 3-22 AC Output and Ground Cable Connection NOTICE! Neutral to Ground Jumper: Do not use a jumper between ground and Neutral if the Neutral conductor is connected.

  • Page 41: Communication Installation

    AHJ. Communication Installation The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R inverters support industry standard Modbus RS-485 communications. Its interface can be accessed over Wi-Fi using a smart device. The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R is compatible with the Solectria’s web-based monitoring platform (SolrenView) through the optional Ethernet Network Card.
  • Page 42 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-26 Communication Board in the Wire-Box ① RS485 (Reserved) ② Power port (2pin connector) 1. GND 2. +12V ③ RS485 port (6pin connector) 1. 485_A 2. 485_B 3. 485_GND 4. 485_A 5. 485_B 6.
  • Page 43 Customers are strongly encouraged to provide internet to the Ethernet Network Card in order for it to be used for remote diagnostic purposes. Once connected, Yaskawa Solectria Solar can remotely check inverter parameters (currents, voltages, parameter settings, etc.) and alarm messages. Yaskawa Solectria Solar can also use this device to remotely update firmware on all the inverters connected to it.
  • Page 44 90 degree angle. 3.6.5 Monitoring Compatibility The SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R is compatible with SolrenView and third-party Data Acquisition Systems (DAS). When using SolrenView monitoring the Ethernet Network Card is necessary. If connecting with third party monitoring providers, RS-485 connections must be used.
  • Page 45 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 3-29 RS-485 Network Connection If there are multiple inverters in the RS-485 network, the selector switch S201 of the last inverter in the daisy-chain should be in ON position, to have the 120Ω terminal resistor enabled. The selector switch S201 of all other inverters should be in the OFF position to disable the terminal resistor.
  • Page 46 RS-485 daisy chain. The Inverter Modbus IDs are configurable from 1 to 128.  Yaskawa Solectria Solar recommends limiting the RS-485 daisy chain to a maximum length of 3000 ft. (914m).  Care must be taken when daisy chaining the inverters, utilizing a shielded twisted pair cable such as Belden 9841 or Southwire 58165802.

  • Page 47: Resealing The Wiring Box

    4.1.1 App Download  Download the “Yaskawa Connect Pro” App in the Apple or Google Play Store. This app provides the human- machine interface (HMI) into the PVI 25TL-480-R inverter and is supported on iOS 9.0+ and Android 4.1+. 4.1.2 Mechanical Installation ...

  • Page 48: Startup Steps

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R  Test the polarity of DC inputs and confirm they are proper.  Make sure the open circuit voltage of input strings is less than 1000VDC. Startup Steps WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Installer may come into contact with components that have hazardous voltage and energy potential.
  • Page 49 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R connect it to the access point created by the FOMlink dongle. Choose the Wi-Fi Network named “CPLK- XXXXXXX”, where XXXXXX is the serial number (SN) found on the side of the FOMlink Dongle Module.
  • Page 50 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 4-4 RS-485 Submenu Screens e. Inverter Clock: Set the system clock. Change Password: Change current password. When the device screen shows the normal operation status Figure 4-5 and the “POWER” light on the LED panel is illuminated, this means that the grid connection and power generation are successful.

  • Page 51: App Interface

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 4-6 Fault Information Interface 5. App Interface Overview Choose APP function Setup the product Activate a site Manage my site Wifi Setting Main menu Running Data Settings History Turn ON/OFF Month Year...
  • Page 52 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R  History  Turn ON/OFF Figure 5-2 Sub-menu buttons on bottom of Main Menu screen 5.2.1 Running Data In the Running Data sub-menu you can view the power generation by Day, Month, or Year as shown in Figure 5-3.
  • Page 53 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 5-4 Inverter Parameters Sub-menu 5.2.2.2 Read/Write Register In the Read/Write Register section it is possible to access the following sub-menus:  Protect  ActivePowerDerating  ReactivePowerDerating   LVRT/HVRT  Others ...
  • Page 54 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 5.2.2.2.1 Protect This interface is used to display and set the Protect parameters of the AC grid voltage, frequency and recovery, etc as shown below in Figure 5-6: Figure 5-6 Protect Submenu Parameters...
  • Page 55 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Grid Low Voltage Protection Setup range (lower Setup range (lower Parameter name Description limit, default & upper limit, default & upper limit) IEEE1547-2018 limit) Rule21 GridVoltMin1 Threshold value of Level 1 Min. grid voltage {30%, 70%, 100%} {30%, 88%, 100%} Threshold value of Level 1 Min.
  • Page 56 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Grid Over Frequency Protection Setup range (lower Setup range (lower limit, limit, default & Parameter name Description default & upper limit) upper limit) Rule21 IEEE1547-2018 Protection threshold value of Level 1 Max. grid GridF.Max1...
  • Page 57 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R FRcovT(S) Recovery time of grid frequency protection {0, 300, 655} {0, 300, 655} The upper limit grid voltage of moving average {100%, 110%, VoltMax {100%, 110%, 135%} filter 135%} The trip time of the upper limit grid voltage of...
  • Page 58 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Power Present 0.0%~100.0% Settable Grid voltage GridV.Max1 100.00%~135.00% Settable Figure 5-8 Over-Voltage Derating Curve Power Present 0.0%~100.0% Settable Grid Frequency GridF.Max1 60.00~72.00Hz Settable Figure 5-9 Over-Frequency Derating Curve DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 58 of 101...
  • Page 59 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Table 5-2 Active Power Derating Setup Ranges with Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit for IEEE 1547-2018 and CA Rule 21 SETUP RANGE SETUP RANGE (LOWER LIMIT, PARAMETER (LOWER LIMIT, DESCRIPTION DEFAULT & UPPER NAME DEFAULT &...
  • Page 60 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 5-10 ReactivePowerDerating Parameter Screens  PF Set - Use this mode to set a static PF value. Note: Change the reactive power by adjusting the PowerFactor.  PF(P) Curve – Use this mode to follow the default or user-specified PF curve.
  • Page 61 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R (PFCurveP1,PFCurvePF1) Inductive (P%) Capacitive (PFCurveP2,PFCurvePF2) Figure 5-11 PF(P) Curve Mode Curve Q(%) (QuCurveU2i,QuCurveQ2i) Inductive (QuCurveU1, QuCurveQ1) (QuCurveU1i, U(V) QuCurveQ1i) Capacitive (QuCurveU2,QuCurveQ2) Figure 5-12 Q(U) Curve Mode Curve DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 61 of 101...
  • Page 62 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Table 5-3 Reactive Power Derating Grid Parameters SETUP RANGE SETUP RANGE (LOWER LIMIT, PARAMETER (LOWER LIMIT, DEFAULT & UPPER DESCRIPTION NAME DEFAULT & UPPER LIMIT) IEEE1547- LIMIT) RULE21 2018 PFSetValue {-1,-0.8},{1},{0.8,1} {-1,-0.8},{-0.95},{0.8,1} Local Power Factor Setting...
  • Page 63 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 5-13 LVRT / HVRT Parameters → Through Trip Time/S 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Figure 5-14 LVRT Curve DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 63 of 101...
  • Page 64 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 1.25 Through 1.15 5，6,7,8 Trip 1.05 Time/S 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Figure 5-15 HVRT Curve Table 5-4 LVRT Parameter List with Setup Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit...
  • Page 65 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R {0, 10.5, 655} {0, 10.5, 655} Threshold value of Low {0%, 70%, 100%} {0%, 70%, 100%} LVRTVoltPara (5,6) voltage ride through (fifth or {0%, 70%, 100%} {0%, 70%, 100%} sixth point) {0, 10.5, 655} {0, 10.5, 655}...
  • Page 66 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Table 5-5 HVRT Parameters with Setup Range of Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit HVRT SETUP RANGE SETUP RANGE (LOWER LIMIT, PARAMETER (LOWER LIMIT, DESCRIPTION DEFAULT & UPPER NAME DEFAULT & UPPER LIMIT) IEEE1547-...
  • Page 67 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R eighth point) 5.2.2.2.5 Others The Others submenu is for miscellaneous parameters that do not fit in a specific category. Figure 5-16 Others Submenu Parameters DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 67 of 101...
  • Page 68 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Table 5-6 Others Submenu Parameters Setup Ranges with Lower Limit, Default, and Upper Limit Settings SETUP RANGE SETUP RANGE (LOWER LIMIT, PARAMETER (LOWER LIMIT, DESCRIPTION DEFAULT & UPPER NAME DEFAULT & UPPER LIMIT) IEEE1547-...
  • Page 69 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R GFCIStaticT GFCI static protection time {0,0.2,655} {0,0.2,655} GFCIDynProFactor GFCI dynamic protection factor {0%,100%,200%} {0%,100%,200%} DCIProtection1 maximun DCI value1 {0.1%,0.5%,5%} {0.1%,0.5%,5%} DCIProtectionT1 Trip time 1 of DCI value {0,10,120} {0,10,120} DCIProtection2 maximun DCI value2...
  • Page 70 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Table 5-7 Enable / Disable Parameters with Lower Limit, Default and Upper Limit Settings (IEEE 1547-2018 and Rule 21) Setup range Setup range (lower limit, (lower limit, Parameter name Description default & upper default &...
  • Page 71 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 2: Local control. (Association register address=0x250E.0x2708) MPPT scan enable/disable control 0: Disable {Disable, Disable, {Disable, Disable, MPPTScanEn 1: Enable Enable} Enable} (Association register address=0x2519) Arc detection enable/disable control 0: Disable {Disable, Enable, {Disable, Enable,...
  • Page 72 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R function Enable} Enable} Disable or Enable the grid protect {Disable,Enable, {Disable,Enable, Gridxx1,2ProEn function and please refer to 5.4.2.3 Enable} Enable} setting the grid protect parameters Disable or Enable the grid protect {Disable, Enable,...
  • Page 73 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 3：Reserved 4：Reserved 5：Reserved DCI protection1 enable/disable control {Disable,Enable, {Disable,Enable, DCIProtection1En 0: Disable Enable} Enable} 1: Enable DCI protection2 enable/disable control {Disable,Disable, {Disable,Disable, DCIProtection2En 0: Disable Enable} Enable} 1: Enable Unbalance rate of grid voltage...
  • Page 74 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R The AC SPD test enables settings {Disable,Disable, {Disable,Disable, ACSPDDetectEnSet 0: Disable Enable} Enable} 1: Enable Operating overvoltage detection enables setting {Disable,Disable, {Disable,Disable, OperationOverVolEn 0: Disable Enable} Enable} 1: Enable 5.2.2.2.7 Commands In the Read/Write Register section it is possible to access the following sub-menus: ...
  • Page 75 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 5.2.3 Fault Recording The Fault Recording Menu can store up to 128 fault records. 5.2.4 History There are 2 submenus in the History menu:  Alarm  Running Status They are accessed by selecting the History button and then toggling between the two menus as show in Figure 5-18.

  • Page 76: Fault Shutdown And Troubleshooting

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 5-18 History Submenu 5.2.5 Turn On / Off Manual Turn ON/OFF: Manual Power ON/OFF is required after regulation setting or manual (fault) shut-down. Select the submenu “Turn ON/OFF”.  Turn ON: Click “Turn ON” and “OK” to start the inverter, the inverter will start up and operate normally if the start- up conditions are met.

  • Page 77: Fault And Troubleshooting

    / under-voltage, grid over-frequency / under-frequency, high ambient temperature or internal malfunction of the machine. The fault information will be displayed on the Yaskawa Connect Pro APP interface. The Fault Recording Menu can store up to 128 fault records.
  • Page 78 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R  If a fire has escaped the inverter enclosure – notify 911 immediately.  Turn OFF the AC feed breaker as soon as possible/safe.  If safe but conditions are deteriorating, consider: o Using the fire extinguisher.
  • Page 79 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 1.Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm will be eliminated automatically; 2.Check for foreign objects on fan blades; 3.Switch off 3-phase work power supply and then reboot the system; 4.Contact after-sales service personnel Recommended solutions: 1.Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm will be eliminated...
  • Page 80 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R (Bus over voltage) 1. Restart inverter by cycling both AC and DC switches. Wait for one minute between OFF and ON for all energy to discharge. 2. If inverter cannot clear fault, replace inverter Recommended solutions: 1.
  • Page 81 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 6.Contact after-sales service personnel Recommended solutions: Protect0180 1. If the inverter can start up, then recalibrate. (The sampling 2. If the inverter always report this alarm and cannot start up, offset of DCI) then replace inverter.
  • Page 82 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R (Mini MCU Fault) 1. Restart inverter by recycle both AC and DC switches. Wait for 1 minute between OFF and ON for all energy to discharge. 2. If inverter cannot clear fault, replace inverter...
  • Page 83 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 2. Run Arc Fault Test from Settings Menu. 3. If Alarm re-occurs, replace arc board or wire-box Recommended solutions: 1. Check logic connector to Arc board to be secure. Arcboard Err 2. Run Arc Fault Test from Settings Menu.

  • Page 84: Maintenance And Decommissioning Of Inverters

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Recommended solutions: Fault0060 1. Restart inverter by recycle both AC and DC switches. Wait for 1 minute between OFF and ON for all energy to discharge. (CPLD Fault) 2. If inverter cannot clear fault, replace Control Board or inverter...
  • Page 85 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R If the internal temperature of the inverter is too high or abnormal noise is heard, assuming the air vent is not blocked and is clean, it may be necessary to replace the external fans. Please refer to Figure 7-1 for replacing the cooling fans.
  • Page 86 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 7-2 Unlock the Padlock  Use a No. 3 Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the 2 screws on both sides of the inverter. DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 86 of 101...
  • Page 87 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 7-3 Remove the Screws on Both Sides  Use a No. 10 Hex wrench to remove the 4 screws between the inverter and the wire-box. Lift the inverter enclosure and disconnect from the wire-box.
  • Page 88 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 7-4 Disconnect the Main Housing from the Wire-Box DANGER Electric Shock Hazard: Please make sure to follow this procedure in order to avoid inverter failure or possible electrical shock that could result in death.

  • Page 89: Uninstall The Inverter

    Step 2 of Section 7.2 Uninstall the Inverter, these homerun conductors may be energized. Uninstall the inverter by reversing the installation steps found in section 3.2. 8. Accessories The Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-480-R inverters have several optional accessories that allow the inverter to support a wide range of real-world applications. DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020)

  • Page 90: Roof Racking And Shade Cover Kit (Opt-Roofkit-Pvi-25Tl)

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Roof Racking and Shade Cover Kit (OPT-ROOFKIT-PVI-25TL) A complete Shade Cover and Roof Mounting Legs Kit ships with the components show in Figure 8-1 Components of OPT- ROOFKIT-PVI-25TL and described in Table 8-1. The legs are to be mounted onto horizontal strut or roofing blocks not provided in the kit.
  • Page 91 Figure 8-3 Different Customer-Provided Horizontal Roofing Struts Used to Mount the Roof Mounting Legs 8.1.2 Shade Cover NOTICE! Inverters at 75° or lower: If the Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-480-R is to be mounted at any angle lower than 75° from horizontal, a shade cover is required. DOCR-071030-A (11/17/2020) Page 91 of 101...
  • Page 92 Third party field testing at PVEL showed up to 15% reduction in operating temperatures of inverters with shade covers installed in direct sunlight. If the Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-480-R is to be mounted at any angle lower than 75° from horizontal, a shade cover is required.

  • Page 93: Technical Data

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Figure 8-4 Shade Cover as Installed on PVI 25TL-480-R Inverter 9. Technical Data Datasheet Model Name PVI 25TL-480-R DC Input Max. PV Power 37.5kW (22kW per MPPT) Max. DC Input Voltage 1000V Operating DC Input Voltage Range...
  • Page 94 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R AC Output Rated AC Output Power 25kW Max. AC Apparent Power 25kVA Rated Output Voltage 480V Output Voltage Range 422-528V Grid Connection Type 3Φ/PE/N (Physical Neutral optional) Max. AC Output Current @480V 30.5A...
  • Page 95 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R Non-Operating No low temp minimum to +158°F / +70°C maximum Temperature Range Operating Humidity 0-100% Operating Altitude 13,123.4ft / 4000m (derating from 9842.5ft / 3000m) Audible Noise <60dBA @ 1m and 25°C Emission...

  • Page 96: Measurement Tolerances

    ±5% for real-time measurements with output power below 20% nominal power  ±3% for real-time measurements with output power above 20% nominal power  ±4% for all statistical data Yaskawa Solectria Solar PVI 25TL-480-R inverter tolerances are specified below:  Voltage tolerances: ±1% ...
  • Page 97 9.3.1 DC Voltage Derating Graph While the Solectria PVI 25TL-480-R inverter has the ability to operate from 200-950 V (Operating Voltage Range), it will only be able to output full rated power (25kW) from 560-850Vdc (Maximum Power Voltage Range). It is recommended to design the PV array so that the source circuits will have a V that lies within the Maximum Power Voltage Range.
  • Page 98 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 9.3.2 High Temperature Derating Graph When the ambient temperature is higher than 113℉ (45℃), the inverter output power (Pn) will begin to de-rate, as shown in Figure 9-2. Pin/Pn 100% -3%/℃ Tamb(℃) Figure 9-2 PVI 25TL-480-R Derating Curve with High Temperature...
  • Page 99 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 9.3.3 Altitude Derating Graph When the altitude is higher than 8202.1ft (2500m), the rated output power (Pn) of the inverter will decrease, as shown in Figure 9-3. Pin/Pn 100% -30%/km 2500 3000 Altitude(m)
  • Page 100 Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 9.3.4 Grid Voltage Derating Graph When the grid voltage is within 100% to ~110% (V to ~1.1*V ) of the Rated Output Voltage, the inverter output power (Pn) may reach 100%. When the grid voltage is lower than the Rated Output Voltage, the inverter will limit the AC Output Current and the output power (Pn) will begin to de-rate, as shown in Figure 9-4.

  • Page 101: Appendix

    Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA PVI 25TL-480-R 10. Appendix Warranty and RMA Instructions 10.1 For all warranty information, please visit: http://solectria.com/support/documentation/warranty-information/grid-tied-inverter-warranty-letter/ Datasheet 10.2 For the most up to date official datasheet, please visit www.solectria.com. 2.1 Contact Information Telephone 978.683.9700 978.683.9702 Sales Support inverters@solectria.com...

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