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SUNNY TRIPOWER
8000TL/10000TL/12000TL/15000TL/17000TL
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STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 | IMEN-STP10-17TL | Version 3.0
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  • Page 1 PV Inverters SUNNY TRIPOWER 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL/15000TL/17000TL Installation Manual STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 | IMEN-STP10-17TL | Version 3.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Manual......7 Validity ..........7 Target Group .
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection ......25 Safety ..........25 Overview of the Connection Area .
  • Page 5 SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Disconnecting the Inverter......70 Safety ..........70 Procedure .
  • Page 6 Technical Data ....... . . 102 13.1 Sunny Tripower 8000TL ......102 13.2 Sunny Tripower 10000TL .

  • Page 7: Information On This Manual

    1.3 Additional Information You will find further information on special topics such as designing a miniature circuit-breaker or the description of the parameters and measured values at www.SMA.de/en. Refer to the user manual provided for detailed information on operating the inverter.

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    Information on this Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1.4 Symbols Used The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document: DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Principle of a PV plant with this Sunny Tripower String connections Sunny Tripower 8000TL, 10000TL and 12000TL The Sunny Tripower 8000TL, 10000TL and 12000TL only have 4 string connections at input A. The Sunny Tripower may only be operated with PV arrays (PV modules and cabling) of protection class II.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    • Do not stay closer than 20 cm from the inverter for any length of time. PV array grounding Comply with the local regulations for grounding the PV modules and the PV array. SMA Solar Technology AG recommends connecting the array frame and other electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction and to ground them in order to ensure maximum protection for property and persons.

  • Page 11: Explanation Of Symbols

    6.3.1 "Conditions for the AC Connection" (page 27). ® QR-Code * for SMA Bonus program You will find information on the SMA bonus program at www.SMA-Bonus.com. * QR-Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. Installation Manual STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030...

  • Page 12: Symbols On The Type Label

    Safety SMA Solar Technology AG 2.3.2 Symbols on the Type Label Symbol Explanation Beware of dangerous electrical voltage The inverter operates at high voltages. All work on the inverter may only be carried out by a trained electrically skilled person. Beware of hot surface The inverter can become hot during operation.
  • Page 13 SMA Solar Technology AG Safety Symbol Explanation Certified safety The inverter complies with the requirements of the Europe Equipment and Product Safety Act. Australian mark of conformity Korean mark of conformity Installation Manual STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030...

  • Page 14: Product Description

    Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Product Description The Sunny Tripower is a multi-string inverter which converts the direct current of a PV array into alternating current. To do this, the Sunny Tripower is equipped with 2 separate MPP trackers which can be connected to the different PV modules.

  • Page 15: Intelligent String Failure Detection

    SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description 3.2 Intelligent String Failure Detection The Sunny Tripower is equipped with a system that recognizes the total failure of individual strings or partial strings (see following figure). With a PV module current of approx. 1 A, monitoring of up to 6 partial strings per string input is possible.

  • Page 16: Electronic String Fuse

    You will find detailed information on the setting parameters of these functions in the Technical Description "Reactive power feeding and grid stability management" in the download area at www.SMA.de/en in the "Technical Description" category of the respective inverter. STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 Installation Manual...

  • Page 17: Unpacking

    SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 4 Unpacking 4.1 Scope of Delivery Check the delivery for completeness and for any visible external damage. Contact your dealer if anything is damaged or missing. Object Quantity Description Sunny Tripower Electronic Solar Switch (ESS) Rear panel (wall mounting bracket)

  • Page 18: Identifying The Inverter

    Object Quantity Description 10/12 Sealing plug Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL: 10 units Sunny Tripower 15000TL/17000TL: 12 units Eye bolt (M5) for securing the Sunny Tripower to the rear panel Cylinder screws (M5x10) for attaching the enclosure to the rear panel Cable gland for AC connection...

  • Page 19: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5 Mounting 5.1 Safety DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials. • Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
  • Page 20 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG max. 15° • Mount vertically or tilted backwards by max. 15°. • The connection area must point downward. • Never mount the device with a forward tilt. • Never install the device with a sideways tilt.

  • Page 21: Mounting The Inverter With Rear Panel

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5.3 Mounting the Inverter with Rear Panel 1. Use the rear panel as a drilling template and mark the positions of the drill holes. Display 2. Mount the rear panel. For this, use 1 upper hole on the right and on the left and the hole in the middle.
  • Page 22 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 3. Hang the inverter in the rear panel in such a way that the enclosure of the inverter lies flush with the rear panel. – For two people to transport the inverter, each person must use the recessed grips underneath and at the same time take a hold of the upper edge of the enclosure lid.
  • Page 23 SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 7. Screw the supplied eye bolt into the hole provided in order to secure the enclosure against removal. Only tighten the eye bolt hand-tight here. 8. In order to secure the enclosure to the rear panel,...
  • Page 24 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Optional Theft Protection To protect the inverter from theft, you can secure it to the rear panel with a padlock. The padlock must meet the following requirements: • Size: A: 6 mm … 8 mm diameter B: 23 mm …...

  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by static discharge. • Ground yourself before touching a component part. 6.2 Overview of the Connection Area...
  • Page 26 Cable entry for grid connection (AC) (M32, 14 mm … 25 mm) DC plug connectors for connecting the strings (input area B) DC plug connectors for connecting the strings (input area A) (for Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL only 4 units) STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 Installation Manual...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Power Distribution Grid (Ac)

    Use "Sunny Design" version 2.0 or higher for the dimensioning of the conductor cross-sectional areas (see "Sunny Design" design program at www.SMA.de/en). The necessary minimum cross-sectional area depends on the cable losses and the output current of the inverter type used.
  • Page 28 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection of a second protective conductor In some installation countries, a second protective conductor is required to prevent a contact current in the event of a malfunction in the original protective conductor. For installation countries falling within the scope of validity of the IEC standard 62109, the following requirements are applicable: •...

  • Page 29: Ac Connection Procedure

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection NOTICE! Damage to the inverter by using screw type fuse elements as a load disconnection unit A screw type fuse element, e.g. DIAZED fuse (Diazed) or D0 system (Neozed), is not a switch-disconnector, and may not be used as a load disconnection unit. A screw type fuse element serves as cable protection only.
  • Page 30 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5. Check that the country setting of the inverter is correct by using the supplement provided with the factory settings. If the inverter is not set to the desired country standard, then adjust the country standard using the rotary switches as described in section 6.5.3 "Setting the Country Standard and Language...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Second Protective Conductor

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 11. Close all terminals of the AC terminal again until they snap into place. 12. Screw the hexagon cap nut of the screw connection tightly to the cable entry. DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter •...

  • Page 32: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    The inverter has 2 input areas, "A" and "B", each with its own MPP tracker. Up to 4 strings (Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL) or 5 strings (Sunny Tripower 15000TL/17000TL) can be connected at input area A. 1 string can be connected at input area B.
  • Page 33 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Use of Y adapters Y adapters may not be visible within close proximity of the inverter or freely accessible. • The DC circuit may not be interrupted by Y adapters. • Observe the procedure for disconnecting the inverter as described in section 8 "Disconnecting the Inverter"...
  • Page 34 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Function of the electronic string fuse The electronic string fuse prevents reverse currents in the PV array. Activation of the electronic string fuse is only possible if the following conditions are met: • At installation, the DC input voltage must be at least 188 V (see section 13 "Technical Data"...

  • Page 35: Assembling The Dc Plug Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.4.2 Assembling the DC Plug Connectors In order to be connected to the inverter, all connection cables of the PV modules must be equipped with the DC plug connectors provided. Assemble the DC plug connectors as described in the following. At the same time ensure that the plug connectors have the correct polarity.
  • Page 36 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 3. Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned: Result Measure ☑ If the stranded wire is visible in the chamber • Proceed to step 4. of the clamping clip, the cable is correctly positioned.

  • Page 37: Opening The Dc Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.4.3 Opening the DC Connectors 1. Unscrew the screw connection. 2. To release the plug, slot a screw driver into the side catch mechanism and lever out. For this purpose, use a screwdriver with a blade width of 3.5 mm.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the PV array, ensure that the AC miniature circuit-breaker is switched off from all 3 phases.
  • Page 39 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 1. Check the connection cables of the PV modules for correct polarity and make sure that the maximum input voltage of the inverter is not exceeded. At an ambient temperature above 10 °C, the open-...
  • Page 40 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Use of external string collection boxes When using string collection boxes, the functionality of the electronic string fuse may be limited. 4. If more than 2 strings are to be connected, check the first DC plug connector to ensure correct polarity and connect to input B.
  • Page 41 Measure The display is not showing There is a fault in the Sunny Tripower. anything after 30 seconds • Contact the SMA Serviceline (see section 15 "Contact" and the Sunny Tripower is (page 133)). not beeping although the DC input voltage is over 188 V.
  • Page 42 It is no longer necessary to wait 30 seconds. Number of Strings - Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL The Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL only have 4 strings at input A! 7. To create the sealing on the inverter, all the DC inputs that are not required have to be closed as follows: –...
  • Page 43 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 8. If the Sunny Tripower does not beep or display an error message, disconnect the Electronic Solar Switch. ☑ The display switches off. ☑ You can now commission the inverter as described in section 7 "Commissioning" (page 61). The following connections and settings are optional.

  • Page 44: Setting The Country Standard And Display Language

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.5 Setting the Country Standard and Display Language The inverter can be configured for various countries. This is carried out via the two rotary switches in the inverter before commissioning or via the configuration of the "CntrySet" or "Set country standard"...
  • Page 45 To block a data set, enter the digit sequence "54321" instead of the password into the SMA Grid Guard Code field. The data set can only be unlocked by entering a personal, 10-digit SMA Grid Guard code which is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 46: Checking The Country Standard

    After commissioning: • Check that the country standard is correct using the display message during (re-)commissioning (see section 7 "Commissioning" (page 61)), • Check that the country standard is correct using the "SMA Grid Guard" measuring channel via a communication device. Display language Once you have set the country standard, you can always set the display language later using rotary switch B.
  • Page 47 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection (A) (B) Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection (DATA I/DATA II+) Retained Unallocated*** Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set Retained Unallocated*** Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set...
  • Page 48 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG (A) (B) Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection (DATA I/DATA II+) C10/11* German Belgium MVtg-Directive/Medium- German Germany Voltage Directive* MVtg-Directive/Medium- English Flexible Voltage Directive* MVtg-Directive/Medium- French France Voltage Directive* MVtg-Directive/Medium- Spanish...
  • Page 49 SD-Card Flexible Special setting: Bluetooth transmission power reduced (in accordance with French standards) Applies to Sunny Tripower 10000TL/12000TL/15000TL/17000TL, is planned for Sunny Tripower 8000TL In planning *** Currently unallocated. The previously configured display language remains set. If the inverter is not set to the installation country, there are several ways of configuring the required country standard: •...

  • Page 50: Extension Of The Deactivation Limits

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.5.2 Extension of the Deactivation Limits The deactivation criteria (voltage, frequency) are specified via country parameters. Sunny Tripower inverters have the additional country data set "MVtgDirective". This expands the deactivation limits of the inverter for voltage and frequency to a maximum / minimum. This country...

  • Page 51: Setting The Country Standard And Language Using Rotary Switches

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.5.3 Setting the Country Standard and Language using Rotary Switches 1. Disconnect the inverter as described in section 8 "Disconnecting the Inverter" (page 70). 2. Set the arrows on both rotary switches (A and B) using a screwdriver to the desired positions (see table in section 6.5.1 "Checking the Country...

  • Page 52: Communication

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.6 Communication 6.6.1 Bluetooth Communication via Bluetooth with a communication device is activated as standard. Networking via Bluetooth with other inverters is deactivated ex works. The following setting options are possible via a rotary switch. Switch position...

  • Page 53: Multi-Function Relay

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.6.2 Multi-function Relay The inverter is equipped with a multi-function relay as standard. This can be activated, for instance, simultaneously with the red error LED beside the display. Other functions are being planned and can be retrofitted later via a firmware update.
  • Page 54 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection plan STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 Installation Manual...
  • Page 55 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Connection Procedure 1. Switch off AC and DC supply voltage. 2. Disconnect the inverter as described in section 8 "Disconnecting the Inverter" (page 70). 3. Loosen the screw of the display and flip the display up until it clicks into place.
  • Page 56 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 7. Insert the cable into the inverter. Seal in screw connection There is a two-part seal in the screw connection. If necessary, the inner seal can be removed to insert a thicker cable. The following guideline values apply: •...

  • Page 57: Communication Module

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 11. Fold down the display and tighten the screw. 12. Re-commission the inverter as described in section 7 "Commissioning" (page 61). 13. Switch on the supply voltage. ☑ The multi-function relay is now operational. 6.6.3 Communication module The inverter can be equipped with a RS485 communication module in order to engage in wire-linked communication with special data acquisition devices (e.g.

  • Page 58: Retrofitting A Surge Arrester Type Ii

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.7 Retrofitting a Surge Arrester Type II The inverter can be equipped ex works with surge arresters, or they can be retrofitted at a later time. The order number for both retrofit kits (1 only for input A, 1 for input A and B) can be found in section 14 "Accessories"...
  • Page 59 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 4. Plug all surge arresters into the slots provided until they lock into place with the side latches. – The surge arrester marked "PE 500" must be mounted in the lowermost slot. – If surge arresters are only required for input A, the two surge arresters must be mounted in the two upper slots.
  • Page 60 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6. Pre-screw all 4 screws of the DC lid and then tighten them (torque: 3.5 Nm). ☑ The surge arresters are now installed and the inverter can be re-commissioned, as described in section 7 "Commissioning" (page 61).

  • Page 61: Commissioning

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7.1 Commissioning the Inverter 1. Check that the device is fixed securely to the wall. (see section 5 "Mounting" (page 19)) 2. Check that the country configuration is correct. (see section 6.5 "Setting the Country Standard and Display Language" (page 44)) 3.
  • Page 62 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 9. Securely plug the Electronic Solar Switch in up to the stop. 10. Switch on the miniature circuit-breaker. 11. If connected, switch on the multi-function relay power supply. Self-test in accordance with ENEL guideline during initial commissioning...

  • Page 63: Display Messages During The Start Phase

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7.2 Display Messages during the Start Phase Illustrated display messages The display messages illustrated in this section serve as examples and can, depending on the country setting, differ from the display messages of your inverter. • Firstly, the firmware version of the internal processors appears in the text lines.

  • Page 64: Self-Test In Accordance With Enel Guideline (Only For Italy)

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 7.3 Self-test in accordance with ENEL guideline (only for Italy) 7.3.1 Starting the Self-Test by Tapping You can start the self-test by tapping on the enclosure lid. The country configuration of the inverter must be set to Italy (Enel-GUIDA) or a reconfigured based on the Enel-GUIDA country data set before the self-test can be carried out.

  • Page 65: Test Sequence

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7.3.2 Test Sequence Note the values which are displayed during the test sequence. These values must be entered into a test report. The test results of the individual tests are displayed three times one after the other.
  • Page 66 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Undervoltage Test The undervoltage test follows the overvoltage test and the inverter issues the adjacent display message for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the voltage limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The voltage limit is increased successively until the shutdown threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the grid.
  • Page 67 SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Maximum Frequency The maximum frequency test follows the undervoltage test and the inverter issues the adjacent display message for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The frequency limit is reduced successively until the shutdown threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the grid.

  • Page 68: Abortion Of The Self-Test

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Minimum Frequency After the maximum frequency test, the minimum frequency test takes place and the inverter shows the adjacent display message for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The frequency limit is increased successively until the shutdown threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the grid.

  • Page 69: Restarting The Self-Test

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7.3.4 Restarting the Self-Test In order to restart the self-test, proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker from all 3 phases and secure against re-connection. 2. If it is connected, disconnect the multi-function relay power supply.

  • Page 70: Disconnecting The Inverter

    Disconnecting the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Disconnecting the Inverter 8.1 Safety DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock. The inverter operates at high voltages and must be disconnected prior to carrying out work on the device.

  • Page 71: Procedure

    SMA Solar Technology AG Disconnecting the Inverter 8.2 Procedure 1. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker from all 3 phases and secure against re-connection. 2. If it is connected, switch off the power supply to the multifunction relay and ensure that the device cannot be unintentionally or accidentally reconnected during technical and maintenance work.
  • Page 72 Disconnecting the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 7. Verify the absence of voltage L1, L2 and L3 with respect to N at the AC terminal with an appropriate meter. The test probe may have a diameter of maximum 2 mm.
  • Page 73 SMA Solar Technology AG Disconnecting the Inverter The Sunny Tripower 8000TL/10000TL/12000TL only have 4 strings at input A! DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock. There is residual voltage in the inverter. The inverter needs 10 minutes to electrically discharge.

  • Page 74: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Maintenance and Cleaning 9.1 Checking Heat Dissipation If the inverter regularly reduces its output due to excessive heat (temperature symbol on the display illuminates), this may be due to one of the following reasons: •...

  • Page 75: Cleaning The Fan On The Underside Of The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 5. Turn the notch of the rotary fastener 90° once again until it lies horizontally. NOTICE! The inverter can be damaged if insects enter. • The ventilation grids must not be removed permanently, because otherwise the device is not protected against the entrance of insects.

  • Page 76: Cleaning The Fan On The Left-Hand Side Of The Inverter

    Maintenance and Cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 7. Unlock and remove the plug. The fan cables are long enough that you can lift the fan far enough out to disconnect the internal plug connector in the inverter. 8. Remove the fan and clean with a soft brush, a paint brush or a cloth and water.
  • Page 77 SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 4. Wait for the fan to stop rotating. 5. Press the latches together to the middle. 6. Remove the fan by pulling it slowly and carefully to the side. 7. Unlock and remove the plug.

  • Page 78: Testing The Fans

    Maintenance and Cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 9.1.4 Testing the Fans Testing the fans To test the fans you will need a special data capture device (e.g. Sunny WebBox) or a PC with appropriate software (e.g. Sunny Explorer) in order to be able to change the parameters of the inverter.

  • Page 79: Checking The Electronic Solar Switch (Ess) For Wear

    SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 9.2 Checking the Electronic Solar Switch (ESS) for Wear Check the Electronic Solar Switch for wear before plugging it in. To do this, check the metal tongues (A) on the inside of the plug for brown discoloration.

  • Page 80: Messages

    (see section 7.3 "Self-test in accordance with ENEL guideline (only for Italy)" (page 64)). < Inst.code valid > The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid. The configured country data set is now unblocked and can be changed. If the configured country data set is protected, the unlocking is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 81: Error Messages

    SMA Solar Technology AG Messages 10.2 Error Messages In the event of an error the relevant display message is shown in the text line of the display. Above the text line the event numbers of the displayed error messages appear. By tapping on the enclosure lid, multi-line messages can be switched further.
  • Page 82 If the grid voltage is continually within the compliance with the power quality of the tolerance range, and this error is still grid. displayed, contact the SMA Serviceline. < Grid fault > • Check the grid connection for strong, short-term frequency variations.
  • Page 83 SMA Solar Technology AG Messages Event no. Cause Corrective measures < Waiting for grid voltage > or • Check AC installation < Installation failure grid connection > • Adjust the connection as described in < Check grid and fuses >...
  • Page 84 Messages SMA Solar Technology AG Event no. Cause Corrective measures < High discharge curr. > • Check the strings for ground faults, as < Check generator > described in section 11.2 "Checking the PV Array for a Ground Fault" The leakage current from the inverter and (page 91).
  • Page 85 7.4 "Activating the Intelligent String Failure Detection" (page 69). 60 - 64 < Self diagnosis > or • Contact the SMA Serviceline (see < Interference device > section 15 "Contact" (page 133)). < Self diagnosis > or • Ensure sufficient ventilation. < Overtemperature >...
  • Page 86 < Param. setting failed > • Check the parameters of the SD card for valid values. • Ensure change rights via SMA Grid Guard Code. < Update file defect. > • Re-format the SD card. • Re-save the files to the SD card.
  • Page 87 SMA Solar Technology AG Messages Event no. Cause Corrective measures < Update main CPU failed > • Contact the SMA Serviceline (see section 15 "Contact" (page 133)). Internal device fault. < Update RS485i module failed > • Re-try update. Internal device fault: however, the inverter •...
  • Page 88 < Do not disconn. ESS > has fallen, as described in section 8 "Disconnecting the Inverter" (page 70). • Contact the SMA Serviceline (see section 15 "Contact" (page 133)). < Connect ESS, do not open cover > • Securely plug the Electronic Solar Switch in up to the stop.
  • Page 89 The SMA Grid Guard Code entered (personal installer password) is not invalid. < Grid param. locked > • Enter a valid SMA Grid Guard Code for changing the country data set. The current country data set is locked. < Changing grid param. not possible >...

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    Sunny Tripower are in a safe (reversed poles or a defective string). state. There is a defect in the 64 or 82 • Contact the SMA Serviceline (see Sunny Tripower section 15 "Contact" (page 133)). STP8-17TL-IA-IEN112030 Installation Manual...

  • Page 91: Checking The Pv Array For A Ground Fault

    SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 11.2 Checking the PV Array for a Ground Fault If the inverter displays event numbers "35", "36" or "37", there is a high probability of a ground fault in the PV array. Check the strings for ground faults as described below: 1.
  • Page 92 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG ☑ A ground fault exists if the measured voltages are stable and the sum of the voltages from the plus pole to the ground potential and from the minus pole to the ground potential of a string are almost the same as the voltage between the plus and minus poles.

  • Page 93: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 11.3 Checking the Function of the Varistors If the inverter displays the event number "74", then one of the varistors is probably defective. Varistors are wear parts. Their functional efficiency diminishes with age or following repeated responses as a result of overvoltages.
  • Page 94 The varistors are specially manufactured for use in the inverter and are not commercially available. You must order replacement varistors directly from SMA Solar Technology AG (see section 14 "Accessories" (page 132)). Only use original varistors only that are sold by SMA Solar Technology AG.
  • Page 95 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting NOTICE! Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage. If varistors are missing, the inverter is no longer protected against overvoltages. • Replacement varistors should be obtained as soon as possible. • Do not operate the inverter without varistors in plants with a high risk of overvoltages.

  • Page 96: Replacing The Surge Arrester Type Ii

    Since the failure of one surge arrester is generally due to factors that affect all surge arresters in a similar way (temperature, age, inductive overvoltages), SMA Solar Technology AG recommends replacing all surge arresters at once. The order numbers for both retrofit kits (one for input A, one for input A and B) can be found in section 14 "Accessories"...
  • Page 97 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 4. Remove all surge arresters from the slots. For this, press together the grooved surfaces on both sides. ☑ If a green strip is visible in the window (A), the surge arrester is in perfect condition.

  • Page 98: Decommissioning

    Decommissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Decommissioning 12.1 Disassembling the Inverter 1. Disconnect the inverter as described in section 8 "Disconnecting the Inverter" (page 70). 2. If connected, remove all communication cables from the inverter. CAUTION! Danger of burn injuries due to hot enclosure parts •...

  • Page 99: Replacing The Enclosure Lid

    SMA Solar Technology (see section 11.4 "Replacing the Surge Arrester Type II" (page 96)). Prior to returning your inverter to SMA Solar Technology AG, you must replace the upper and lower enclosure lids of your inverter with the corresponding transport lid: DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock.
  • Page 100 5. Screw the enclosure lower lid tight. ☑ Your inverter is now ready to be sent back to SMA Solar Technology AG. 6. Now mount the upper enclosure lid of your inverter onto the replacement device in the same manner.

  • Page 101: Packing The Inverter

    Dispose of the inverter at the end of its service life in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste which apply at the installation location at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA Solar Technology AG with shipping paid by sender, and labeled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("FOR DISPOSAL") (contact see section Page 133).

  • Page 102: Technical Data

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13 Technical Data 13.1 Sunny Tripower 8000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 8 200 W Maximum input voltage* 1 000 V MPP voltage range 320 V … 800 V Rated input voltage...
  • Page 103 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data AC Output Rated output power at 230 V, 50 Hz 8 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 8 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3/N/PE, 230 V/400 V AC voltage range* 160 V ... 280 V AC nominal current at 230 V 11.6 A...
  • Page 104 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG General Data Width x height x depth with 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm Electronic Solar Switch Weight 59 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm...
  • Page 105 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Country standards, as of 05/2011* VDE-AR-N4105 VDE-AR-N4105-MP VDE-AR-N4105-HP VDE 0126-1-1 AS4777 C10/11 PPDS GBT19939-2005 UTE C15-712-1 SI 4777 Enel-GUIDA EN 50438 RD1663/2000 RD661/2007 IEC 61727 G83/1-1 G5912 * VDE-AR-N4105, VDE-AR-N4105-MP, VDE-AR-N4105-HP: in planning. C10/11: Only possible if the 3-phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438.
  • Page 106 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Multi-function relay as standard Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit, a minimum of 50 switching operations with a nominal current of 33 A Maximum switching current 33.0 A Maximum switching voltage...
  • Page 107 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 98.1 % European weighted efficiency, η 97.5 % Efficiency profile Efficiency Minimum MPP Rated input Maximum MPP voltage voltage voltage Standardized output power 320 V 600 V 800 V 89.8 % 90.8 %...

  • Page 108: Sunny Tripower 10000Tl

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13.2 Sunny Tripower 10000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 10 200 W Maximum input voltage* 1 000 V MPP voltage range 320 V … 800 V Rated input voltage 600 V...
  • Page 109 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data AC Output Rated output power at 230 V, 50 Hz 10 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 10 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3/N/PE, 230 V/400 V AC voltage range* 160 V ... 280 V AC nominal current at 230 V 14.5 A...
  • Page 110 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG General Data Width x height x depth with 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm Electronic Solar Switch Weight 59 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm...
  • Page 111 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Country standards, as of 05/2011* VDE-AR-N4105 VDE-AR-N4105-MP VDE-AR-N4105-HP VDE 0126-1-1 AS4777 C10/11 PPDS GBT19939-2005 UTE C15-712-1 SI 4777 Enel-GUIDA EN 50438 RD1663/2000 RD661/2007 IEC 61727 G83/1-1 G5912 * VDE-AR-N4105, VDE-AR-N4105-MP, VDE-AR-N4105-HP: in planning. C10/11: Only possible if the 3-phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438.
  • Page 112 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit, a minimum of 50 switching operations with a nominal current of 33 A Maximum switching current 33.0 A Maximum switching voltage 1 000 V Maximum PV power 20 kW...
  • Page 113 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 98.1 % European weighted efficiency, η 97.7 % Efficiency profile Efficiency Minimum MPP Rated input Maximum MPP voltage voltage voltage Standardized output power 320 V 600 V 800 V 91.2 % 92.4 %...

  • Page 114: Sunny Tripower 12000Tl

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13.3 Sunny Tripower 12000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 12 250 W Maximum input voltage* 1 000 V MPP voltage range 380 V … 800 V Rated input voltage 600 V Minimum input voltage...
  • Page 115 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data AC Output Rated output power at 230 V, 50 Hz 12 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 12 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3/N/PE, 230 V/400 V AC voltage range* 160 V ... 280 V AC nominal current at 230 V 17.4 A...
  • Page 116 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG General Data Width x height x depth with Electronic Solar 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm Switch Weight 59 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm...
  • Page 117 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Country standards, as of 05/2011* VDE-AR-N4105 VDE-AR-N4105-MP VDE-AR-N4105-HP VDE 0126-1-1 AS4777 C10/11 PPDS GBT19939-2005 UTE C15-712-1 SI 4777 Enel-GUIDA EN 50438 RD1663/2000 RD661/2007 IEC 61727 G83/1-1 G5912 * VDE-AR-N4105, VDE-AR-N4105-MP, VDE-AR-N4105-HP: in planning. C10/11: Only possible if the 3-phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438.
  • Page 118 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit, a minimum of 50 switching operations with a nominal current of 33 A Maximum switching current 33.0 A Maximum switching voltage 1 000 V Maximum PV power 20 kW...
  • Page 119 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 98.1 % European weighted efficiency, η 97.7 % Efficiency profile Efficiency Minimum MPP Rated input Maximum MPP voltage voltage voltage Standardized output power 380 V 600 V 800 V 92.0 % 93.5 %...

  • Page 120: Sunny Tripower 15000Tl

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13.4 Sunny Tripower 15000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 15 340 W Maximum input voltage* 1 000 V MPP voltage range 360 V … 800 V Rated input voltage 600 V Minimum input voltage...
  • Page 121 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data AC Output Rated output power at 230 V, 50 Hz 15 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 15 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3/N/PE, 230 V/400 V AC voltage range* 160 V ... 280 V AC nominal current at 230 V 21.7 A...
  • Page 122 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG General Data Width x height x depth with Electronic Solar 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm Switch Weight 59 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm...
  • Page 123 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Country standards, as of 05/2011* VDE-AR-N4105 VDE-AR-N4105-MP VDE-AR-N4105-HP VDE 0126-1-1 AS4777 C10/11 PPDS GBT19939-2005 UTE C15-712-1 SI 4777 Enel-GUIDA EN 50438 RD1663/2000 RD661/2007 IEC 61727 G83/1-1 G5912 * VDE-AR-N4105, VDE-AR-N4105-MP, VDE-AR-N4105-HP: in planning. C10/11: Only possible if the 3-phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438.
  • Page 124 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit, a minimum of 50 switching operations with a nominal current of 33 A Maximum switching current 33.0 A Maximum switching voltage 1 000 V Maximum PV power 20 kW...
  • Page 125 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 98.2 % European weighted efficiency, η 97.8 % Efficiency profile Efficiency Minimum MPP Rated input Maximum MPP voltage voltage voltage Standardized output power 360 V 600 V 800 V 93.0 % 94.0 %...

  • Page 126: Sunny Tripower 17000Tl

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13.5 Sunny Tripower 17000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 17 410 W Maximum input voltage* 1 000 V MPP voltage range 400 V … 800 V Rated input voltage 600 V Minimum input voltage...
  • Page 127 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data AC Output Rated output power at 230 V, 50 Hz 17 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 17 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3/N/PE, 230 V/400 V AC voltage range* 160 V ... 280 V AC nominal current at 230 V 24.6 A...
  • Page 128 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG General Data Width x height x depth with Electronic Solar 665 mm x 690 mm x 265 mm Switch Weight 59 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm...
  • Page 129 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Country standards, as of 05/2011* VDE-AR-N4105 VDE-AR-N4105-MP VDE-AR-N4105-HP VDE 0126-1-1 AS4777 C10/11 PPDS GBT19939-2005 UTE C15-712-1 SI 4777 Enel-GUIDA EN 50438 RD1663/2000 RD661/2007 IEC 61727 G83/1-1 G5912 * VDE-AR-N4105, VDE-AR-N4105-MP, VDE-AR-N4105-HP: in planning. C10/11: Only possible if the 3-phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438.
  • Page 130 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Electronic Solar Switch Electrical endurance in the event of a short circuit, a minimum of 50 switching operations with a nominal current of 33 A Maximum switching current 33.0 A Maximum switching voltage 1 000 V Maximum PV power 20 kW...
  • Page 131 SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 98.2 % European weighted efficiency, η 97.8 % Efficiency profile Efficiency Minimum MPP Rated input Maximum MPP voltage voltage voltage Standardized output power 400 V 600 V 800 V 93.6 % 95.0 %...

  • Page 132: Accessories

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and replacement parts for your product in the following overview. If required, you can order these from SMA Solar Technology AG or your dealer. Description Brief description SMA order number...

  • Page 133: Contact

    SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 15 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Serviceline. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter device type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 135 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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