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- Page 1 AMPERE TOWER PRO S TOWER PRO M INSTALLER MANUAL IM_TW_PRO_S_M_ 001_EN ERSION...
- Page 2 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN AMPERE POWER ENERGY S.L. Polígono Industrial Campo Aníbal Av. del Progrés 13. 46530 Puzol Valencia, SPAIN Tel: +34 961 42 44 89 email: support@ampere-energy.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 1. INFORMATION ABOUT THE MANUAL ......................5 1.1 S ............................5 COPE OF APPLICATION 1.2 I ............................5 NTENDED AUDIENCE 1.3 N ..............................5 OMENCLATURE 2. HAZARDS AND SAFETY ..........................6 2.1 E... - Page 4 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 5.6 P ......................... 38 HOTOVOLTAIC MODULE CONNECTION 5.7 P ........................40 LACEMENT OF BATTERY MODULES 5.8 C ........................41 ONNECTING THE BATTERY MODULES 5.8.1 Accesses and ports of the battery modules................ 42 5.8.2...
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Page 5: Information About The Manual
IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 1. INFORMATION ABOUT THE MANUAL 1.1 Scope of application This manual is to be used for the installation of all versions of the AMPERE Tower Pro S and AMPERE Tower Pro M. 1.2 Intended audience This manual is intended for installers who have been authorised by the company AMPERE POWER ENERGY S.L., so that they have full details on how to install an AMPERE Tower Pro S or an AMPERE... -
Page 6: Hazards And Safety
2. HAZARDS AND SAFETY 2.1 Explanation of symbols. Indicates an instruction which, if not followed, may cause death or injury. Indicates a useful tip for using the AMPERE Tower Pro. Warning about general hazards or important information. Warning about an electrical hazard. -
Page 7: Safety Conditions
• CEI 11-27 in Italy. • DIN VDE 0105-100 and DIN VDE 1000-10 in Germany. • UTE C18-510 in France. AMPERE is not responsible for any damage caused by improper use of the equipment. AMPERE DOES NOT AUTHORISE ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EQUIPMENT. -
Page 8: Potential Hazards For People
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 2.2.2 Potential hazards for people Electric shock. The system may still be charged after disconnecting the renewable energy sources and/or mains supply. Explosion. There is a very small risk of explosion in very specific cases of malfunction. -
Page 9: Description Of The Equipment
In AMPERE Tower Pro M 0.3 PV and AMPERE Tower Pro M 0.5 PV no battery will be included, with the option to include one or two afterwards. -
Page 10: List Of Components
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN The system has an output to power an auxiliary Backup supply for critical loads in the event of a power outage, provided that photovoltaic power is available or there is a charge in the battery. - Page 11 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 2 x Battery module* (44 kg/battery) * 0 x Battery module in Tower M PRO 0.3 PV and Tower M PRO 0.5 PV 1 x Battery module in Tower M PRO 6.3 (PV) and Tower M PRO 6.5 PV...
- Page 12 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN • Internal cables included and pre-installed in the AMPERE Tower Pro: CABLE REFERENCE IMAGE Molex 2-way Trip coil signal connector cable cable (MCOIL)
- Page 13 RJ45 – RJ50 Battery (BWU - above communication and BCO - cable below) The RJ50 connector will be shipped later when a battery module is purchased for the AMPERE Tower PRO M 0.3 PV and Tower PRO M 0.5 PV.
- Page 14 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN AWG6 cable Inverter - Battery power (MBAT+, MBAT-, cables SBAT+, SBAT-)
- Page 15 This is the communication cable between the Master and Slave batteries. The cable SCO will be sent back in the case of the AMPERE Tower Pro M when an additional battery module is purchased for Tower Pro M 6.3 (PV) and Tower Pro M 6.5 PV, or when two battery...
- Page 16 Fixing of Battery *In AMPERE Tower PRO M, the units marked with the symbol (*) will be halved (in Tower PRO M 6.3 (PV) and Tower PRO M 6.5 PV) as there will be one less battery module. In case of purchasing another module later, the remaining screws will be included in the shipment.
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Page 17: Cables (Not Included) Necessary For Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.3 Cables (not included) necessary for installation: These cables are not supplied with the system, the installer must provide them. • Meter communications cable (EMT1): use the exact cable detailed below. This cable is connected between the energy meter and the Tower PRO system. -
Page 18: Wiring Diagrams
The internal wiring diagram is detailed below, with details of the different types of installations for each photovoltaic system and number of phases. 3.4.1 Internal wiring diagram: *In AMPERE Tower PRO M, the diagram will be the same without the Slave battery module. - Page 19 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN BT: 3 or 6 kWh battery, depending on the model. Responsible for storing the energy. INV: bidirectional hybrid inverter. It carries out the conversion between DC current (battery and photovoltaic installation) and AC current (mains supply and backup). It also manages the flow of energy between the different components.
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Page 20: Integrated Single-Phase Wiring Diagram With Pv Connection
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.2 Integrated single-phase wiring diagram with PV connection:... -
Page 21: Integrated Single-Phase Wiring Diagram With Own Pv Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.3 Integrated single-phase wiring diagram with own PV installation:... -
Page 22: Integrated Single-Phase Wiring Diagram With No Pv Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.4 Integrated single-phase wiring diagram with no PV installation:... -
Page 23: Integrated Three-Phase Wiring Diagram With Pv Connection
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.5 Integrated three-phase wiring diagram with PV connection:... -
Page 24: Integrated Three-Phase Wiring Diagram With Own Pv Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.6 Integrated three-phase wiring diagram with own PV installation:... -
Page 25: Integrated Three-Phase Wiring Diagram With No Pv Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.4.7 Integrated three-phase wiring diagram with no PV installation:... -
Page 26: Breaking Capacity Of The Tower Pro System's Protection Elements
Tower PRO M 6.5 PV * Maximum breaking capacity recommended for the Backup output. IMPORTANT NOTE: The maximum available power on the backup output of an Ampere product is 3kW as maximum when the integrated inverter is the 3kW version. The Tower PRO S 12.5 PV or Tower PRO M 6.5 PV models, which integrate the 5kW inverter, can... -
Page 27: Table Of Characteristics Ampere Tower Pro S
*** PV input not available in non-PV versions. External fuses and surge protections for PV plant are recommended, but not included. NOTE: PV version available for Tower PRO S 12.3. Denomination: Tower PRO S 12.3 PV DISCLAIMER: Dimensions and weight are subject to change without notice for product improvement. -
Page 28: Table Of Characteristics Ampere Tower Pro M
EMS with AMPi® software Energy meter Single-phase bidirectional Energy Meter included (45ARMS - wire 6mm2). RS-485 MODBUS Warranty 10 years (According to current Ampere warranty available at www.ampere-energy.com) TOWER PRO M Battery Module TOWER PRO M 0.3 PV TOWER PRO M 0.5 PV TOWER PRO M 6.3 (PV) -
Page 29: Elements And Connection Ports Of The Tower Pro
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 3.7 Elements and connection ports of the Tower PRO Description PV switch* Access to the battery circuit breaker PV cable bushing Energy Meter port Ethernet port USB port (WiFi antenna) Digital output cable gland... -
Page 30: Labelling
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 3.8 Labelling The image below is the label with all of the Tower PRO’s characteristics. Model, capacity, rated power and with/without PV input Auxiliary supply Mains supply parameters parameters Capacity in Ah/kWh... -
Page 31: Preliminary Steps
4.1 Installation environment This is a stationary device to be installed indoors. Below we have detailed the areas where it is recommended to install the AMPERE Tower PRO in the home: ▪ Avoid direct sunlight: high temperatures reduce the performance and life of the battery, so it is recommended to install the system somewhere away from direct sunlight. -
Page 32: Structural Conditions
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 4.3 Structural conditions The weight of the system ranges from 150kg to 155kg, depending on the model. Installation of this product requires a solid wall that is capable of preventing the purchased system from overturning. The point load that has to be supported by the wall is 30 kg, with a minimum distance of 40 cm between points. -
Page 33: Installation
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 5. INSTALLATION You must closely follow the order and instructions of this installation manual. Generally, unless specifically instructed otherwise, you should not disconnect any cable that is already connected and no cable should be left disconnected. -
Page 34: Safety Equipment
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN ▪ Hammer with a rubber head. ▪ Molex 638190900 crimp tool (solar connector). ▪ 8P 808-376H crimp tool (RJ45 connector for energy meter). 5.2 Safety equipment ▪ Safety boots. ▪... -
Page 35: Fixing The Wall Mounting
CoC (Certificate of Conformity). * Only on AMPERE Tower PRO S. On AMPERE Tower PRO M it will be shipped if an additional battery module is installed: Tower PRO M 6.3 (PV) or Tower PRO 6.5 PV, or when both battery modules are purchased: Tower PRO M 0.3 PV or Tower PRO 0.5 PV... -
Page 36: Connectionto The Ac Mains
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN The wall mounting is mounted using 6 attachment points. Follow these steps: Take the wall mounting to the wall where the system is being installed. Mark the system’s 6 drilling points. - Page 37 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN EARTH CONNECTION POINT MAIN SUPPLY AUXILLIARY SUPPLY The procedure will be as follows: the upper cable gland, located at the bottom, is responsible for connecting the external part with the terminals of the auxiliary supply. The cable gland below will be...
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Page 38: Photovoltaic Module Connection
It is extremely important that these connections are made properly. You must take into account the polarity of the photovoltaic plant’s connections and connect them accordingly to the AMPERE Tower PRO. Prior to connection, the photovoltaic installation must be properly connected, with the positive and negative cables routed to the unit. - Page 39 1. Remove the caps from the AMPERE Tower PRO’s solar connectors. 2. Remove the bushing at the bottom of the system. 3. Connect the photovoltaic installation’s solar connectors to the AMPERE Tower PRO with the correct polarity. The cables leading from the system’s input to the solar connectors go inside the conduits on the left.
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Page 40: Placement Of Battery Modules
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 5.7 Placement of battery modules Handle the battery modules with care! The battery is placed horizontally on the brackets, with the handles on its left. The Master battery module is placed on the upper bracket and the Slave battery module, in the case of the Tower PRO, is placed on the lower bracket. -
Page 41: Connecting The Battery Modules
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN Follow these steps to install it: 1. For the AMPERE Tower PRO S, support the Slave battery on the lower bracket with the handles to the left and the power connector facing upwards. -
Page 42: Accesses And Ports Of The Battery Modules
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN When the batteries have been properly installed and fastened, either Tower PRO S or Tower PRO M with two battery modules, connect them. The connection is made between the electronics module and the battery and between both batteries (Master and Slave). -
Page 43: Wiring Of The Battery Modules
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 5.8.2 Wiring of the battery modules. The electronics module is composed of a bidirectional hybrid inverter and an EMS. This module is already installed on the wall mounting, with the cables that connect to the batteries coming out of it. - Page 44 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN The communications cable between both batteries is NOT pre-installed in the system. It is an RJ50-RJ50 that is transported with the auxiliary elements and its reference is SCO (see 3.2).
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Page 45: Installation Of The Energy Meter
The energy meter is installed on the main switchboard, so it measures all energy consumed and generated in the installation, as indicated in the above diagrams. In the AMPERE Tower PRO system, the connection is made at the bottom of the device using an RJ45 bushing connector. - Page 46 The energy meter model varies depending on the wiring cross-section in the head-end, whether there is a photovoltaic installation with an inverter that is not part of the Ampere product and whether the property has a single-phase or three-phase installation.
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Page 47: Connecting To The Internet
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 5.10 Connecting to the Internet Connecting the system to the Internet is essential for the proper operation and monitoring of the device. This connection is necessary to: • Optimise the system’s performance: access to weather forecasts and variable energy prices. -
Page 48: Starting Up The System
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 6. STARTING UP THE SYSTEM 6.1 System inspection You should pay special attention to the following points: • All of the wall mounting’s stud screws are fully tightened. • The battery module is properly secured. - Page 49 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN To check that the system is working correctly, you must pay attention to a set of LEDs on the batteries. Working correctly: Master - the LED with the highest charge percentage is flashing and the first green is steady.
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Page 50: Start-Up
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 6.3 Start-up Once it has been verified that all communications are correct, close the cover so that the system can be started up safely. Hang the cover with the two safety screws. -
Page 51: Fitting The Filter
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN The installation is conducted in the following manner: 1. Fit the outer cover (casing) and check that the spring fasteners on each corner click shut. 2. Put 2 M4x20 countersunk screws with a size 3 Allen key in the upper and lower central part. -
Page 52: Shutting Down The System
7. SHUTTING DOWN THE SYSTEM It is advisable to keep the AMPERE Tower PRO connected to the mains and the PV installation in order to maintain the battery charge in an optimal state, even when the system’s user is not present. - Page 53 AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN 5. Disconnect the battery circuit breaker by lowering the switch. The switch has 3 positions: ON, OFF and TRIP. The thermal magnetic circuit breaker may trip as a safety measure (intermediate TRIP position).
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Page 54: Configuration
Router and to the female connector of the AMPERE Tower PRO. The USB flash drive provided by AMPERE (or another similar in type) will have to be used to configure the system. You should turn on the computer and plug the USB flash drive provided by AMPERE into one of the USB ports. -
Page 55: Configuration Of The Ampere Device And Wireless Internet Connection
AMPERE device’s USB port. Wait for a few seconds and the AMPERE Tower PRO will automatically read the configuration file. The LED light will turn off, indicating that the system is being restarted with the new configuration. You can now remove the USB flash drive inserted into the AMPERE device. -
Page 56: Maintenance
4. Shake the filter and gently run your hand over it to remove any impurities. 5. Reinstall the filter by following the instructions in section 6.5. The outlet filter has a useful life of 7/8 years. Contact AMPERE Energy’s technical service if you need to replace the component while the system is under warranty. -
Page 57: Condition Of The Cables And Terminals
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN Maintenance must be performed with this manual in front of you, ensuring that you understand every step that is described. 9.3.1 Condition of the cables and terminals You should check the cables and terminals both inside and outside the casing. You must assess the following points: •... -
Page 58: Warranty
IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN 10. WARRANTY This warranty is covered by AMPERE Energy provided that all installation and servicing instructions described in this manual are strictly followed. Failing to follow the installation procedures will automatically void the warranty and seriously endanger the installer and the user. Read the warranty... -
Page 59: Annex I: Recommended Energy Meters
To carry out the power wiring, the line coming from the electrical network is connected to terminal 1 (downstream of the general protections - differential and magneto-thermal - of the installation) and the output line to terminal 2, where the AMPERE equipment is also connected. Repeat the process with the neutral. - Page 60 The screen of the MODBUS RS485 communication cable should only be connected at the end that is connected to the Ampere Tower PRO system, using the connector supplied. The screen of the cable must never be connected to the earth at the end connected to the Energy Meter.
- Page 61 (see 3.3), placing an RJ45 connector at each end of the cable (using the one supplied on the end that connects to the AMPERE system), with the pinout (parallel) shown in the image, to connect it to the METER input located at the bottom of the device, and the other end to the energy meter.
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Page 62: Single-Phase Option With Carlo Gavazzi Em111
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN Single-Phase Option with Carlo Gavazzi EM111 SI NO SE INDICA LO CONTRARIO: ACABADO: REBARBAR Y LAS COTAS SE EXPRESAN EN MM ROMPER ARISTAS NO CAMBIE LA ESCALA REVISIÓN ACABADO SUPERFICIAL:... - Page 63 The screen of the MODBUS RS485 communication cable should only be connected at the end that is connected to the Ampere Tower PRO system, using the connector supplied. The screen of the cable must never be connected to the earth at the end connected to...
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Page 64: Single-Phase Option With Carlo Gavazzi Em271
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN Single-Phase Option with Carlo Gavazzi EM271 The device has a sticker with the text "1F" to demonstrate that it is configured with the single-phase option. To wire the power cables, the line and the neutral are connected to terminals 16 and 15 of the... - Page 65 TO MALFUNCTION. The current transformer 1 must be connected to the Line 1 (the same line as the AMPERE device). During the configuration of the system (see 8.2) this field has to be filled. For the communication lines, a sufficiently long RS485-Modbus cable must be used, placing a Phoenix...
- Page 66 The screen of the MODBUS RS485 communication cable should only be connected at the end that is connected to the Ampere Tower PRO system, using the connector supplied. The screen of the cable must never be connected to the earth at the end connected to...
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Page 67: Annex Ii: Energy Meter For External Pv Installations
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO_S_M_v001_EN ANNEX II: ENERGY METER FOR EXTERNAL PV INSTALLATIONS In case the installation has an external PV system (Retro-Fit) and the end user wants to monitor its PV generation, there are two options: Connect another single-phase Energy meter (ET112 or EM111). -
Page 68: Carlo Gavazzi Em271 Three-Phase Energy Meter
AMPERE TOWER PRO S / TOWER PRO M IM_TW_PRO _S_M_v001_EN Carlo Gavazzi EM271 three-phase energy meter. When measuring one-phase of the installation plus external PV, connect current transformer 2 of the hub 1 with the external PV inverter. When measuring three-phases of the installation plus external PV: connect current transformer 1 of...
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