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Operating Instruction
nEnglish translation of German original
Authorised electrician
Important safety instructions
These instructions form part of the product and must be carefully read, observed and stored in a place which is freely accessible at all
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KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-
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  • Page 1 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3- RPonly Operating Instruction nEnglish translation of German original Authorised electrician Important safety instructions These instructions form part of the product and must be carefully read, observed and stored in a place which is freely accessible at all...
  • Page 2 | Legal provisions Operating Instruction Legal provisions The information contained in this document is the property of KACO new energy GmbH. Publication, in whole or in part, requires the written permission of KACO new energy GmbH. KACO warranty For current warranty conditions contact your system integrator.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instruction Table of contents Reactive power compensation unit 8.1 Requirements ..........28 Table of contents 9 Configuration and operation........ 29 1 General information ........... 9.1 Initial start-up ..........29 1.1 About this document ........9.2 Controls ............29 1.2 More information ......... 9.3 Quick configuration ........

  • Page 4: General Information

    Storing the documents These instructions and other documents must be stored near the system and be available at all times. – The current version of the operating Instructions can be downloaded from www.kaco-newenergy.com. English translation of German original This document has been produced in several languages. The German-language version is the original version. All other language versions are translations of the original version.

  • Page 5: Identification

    2. Additional action sequence ð Interim result of the action ð End result Identification KACO blueplanet 50.0 TL3 M1 WM OD IIGR You will find the name plate with the following data for service and other require- Part number 1001601 Serial number 50.0TL01XXXXXX...

  • Page 6: Warnings On The Device

    Warnings on the device A warning sticker is affixed to the device. Read the warnings carefully. Do not remove the sticker. If the sticker is missing or is illegible, please contact a KACO representative or distributor. – Article number: 3009476 Fig. 2: Warning sticker...

  • Page 7: Safety

    The device is intended for indoor and outdoor applications and may only be used in countries for which it has been approved or for which it has been released by KACO new energy and the grid operator. Operate the device only with a permanent connection to the public power grid. The country and grid type se- lection must be commensurate with the respective location and grid type.

  • Page 8: Protection Features

    – The device must not receive broadcast commands from the controller of the PV inverter. This device should only receive commands from an external controller/regulator (control system/SCADA)- RPO react- ive power requirements. – For reliable operation, an automatic re-start of the device will take place regularly (on Sunday 12:00 o'clock). Page 8 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 9: Description Of The Device

    The RS485 interface can be used by a connected control system for reactive power specification on RPO devices. USB interface The USB connection of the device is a type A socket. It is located on the communication circuit board. The USB connection is specified to draw 500 mA of current. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 9...

  • Page 10: System Layout

    1 PV generator with inverter 5 Measurement equipment 2 RPO device 6 Medium-voltage transformer 3 Power distribution 7 Grid connection point 4 Control system - centralised/decentralised system for monitoring the system, visualisation, control and regulation Page 10 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 11 Grid Fig. 7: System overview - control via digital IO 1 Data logger 4 Control system - centralised/decentralised system for monitoring the system, visualisation, control and regulation 2 RPO device 5 Measurement equipment 3 AC sub-distribution KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 11...

  • Page 12: Technical Data

    Max. voltage range (up to 100 s) 520V [Ph-Ph] AC overvoltage protection General electrical data Max. efficiency 98.5 % European efficiency 98.1 % Transformer unit Protection class/overvoltage category I / III (AC) Grid monitoring Country-specific Distribution system TN-C-System, TN-C-S-System, TN-S-System, TT-System Page 12 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 13: General Data

    Protection rating (KACO installation loca- IP65 tion) Relative humidity, non-condensing (in op- 100 % eration) Pollution degree inside the enclusure Pollution degree outside the enclusure Item number 1001601 Name on nameplate KACO blueplanet 50.0 TL3 M1 WM OD IIGR KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 13...

  • Page 14: Transportation And Delivery

    Code (s) Shape of the connector Tightening torque External hexagon Spanner size or number Internal hexagon Torx Outer contour Slot Fig. 9: Form pattern Tab. 1: Key and description of tool codes Page 14 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 15: Assembly And Preparation

    – Must be accessible for installation and maintenance – Must be made out of heat-resistant material (up to 90 °C ) – Must be flame resistant – Minimum clearances to be observed during installation: [See figure 13 [} Page 17] KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 15...

  • Page 16: Unpacking The Device

    1. Use only fixing materials that are suitable for the mounting base. The fastening materials supplied are only to be used for masonry and concrete. 2. Only install the device in an upright hanging position. Page 16 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 17: Installing And Securing The Device

    If the device is lifted improperly, it can tilt and result in a fall. 1. Always lift the device vertically using the openings provided. 2. Use a climbing aid for the chosen installation height. 3. › Wear protective gloves and safety shoes when lifting and lowering the device. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 17...
  • Page 18 2 Nm]. ( [See figure 12 [} Page 17]). . NOTE: Alternatively: At this point, the screw described above can be replaced by a special screw as anti-theft protection. ð Device is installed. Proceed with the electrical installation. Page 18 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 19 1. Seal off the screw connections using sealing covers. 2. Prior to installation, check the inner area for condensation and if necessary, allow it to dry sufficiently before installa- tion. 3. Immediately remove any moisture from the housing. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 19...

  • Page 20: Installation

    2 Screws for contact bridge 6. Insert the AC cables through the cable fitting into the connection area. 3 Contact bridge 7. Strip the AC lines [approx. 25 mm]. 4 Earthing bolt ð Make the grid connection. Page 20 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 21 If the type A is used, the insulation threshold must be set to greater than/equal to (≥) 200 kOhm in the “Para- meters” menu [see [See section 9.4.1} Page 35]]. For questions regarding the appropriate type, please contact the installer or our KACO new energy customer service.

  • Page 22: Creating Equipotential Bonding

    1. Make sure that no moisture or dust impacts on the circuit board during installation. Moisture and dust particles must be removed immediately. In doing so, disassembly of the circuit board may be necessary. All interfaces are located on the communication circuit board on the inside of the housing door. Page 22 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 23 3. Lay all the interface cables so that they are not under tension and the housing door has a full range of motion. ð Proceed with the shielding of the cables. Fig. 22: Lay the cables for interfaces 1 Signal cable 2 Threaded stud bolts 3 Cable ties KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 23...
  • Page 24 Recommendation Li2YCYv (twisted pair) black for laying cable outside and in the ground, 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm² Li2YCY (twisted pair) grey for dry and damp indoor spaces, 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm² Page 24 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 25: Sealing The Connection Area

    1. The requirements of protection class IP65 are met by closing the unused cable fittings with blind caps. 2. Close the housing door and lock it with a control cabinet key. ð The device has been mounted and installed. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 25...

  • Page 26: Reading Out The Reactive Power Supply

    Cos-phi - c stands for capacitive - over-excited and the i for inductive - under-excited. System temperature [°C] 39.5 Daily yield in [Wh] 1 byte checksum ž Bus ID 50kH3P End of control characters <CR> Page 26 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 27: Application - Only Reactive Power Supply - Rpo Mode

    Status Inverter PV inverters can supply reactive power – Stop RPO Operation Switch off RPO Inverter Set Q = 0 RPO Operation inactive Inverter Off Fig. 26: Application - only reactive power supply - RPO mode KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 27...

  • Page 28: Commissioning

    1. Connect the grid voltage using the external circuit breakers. 2. Switch on reactive power compensation on the device or by way of command (Modbus/RS485). ð The device begins operation. ð During initial start-up: Follow the instructions of the New Connection Wizard. Page 28 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 29: Configuration And Operation

    Ready for grid operation. The interface switch engages audibly. Reactive power supply Delivered reactive power The green "Operating" LED is lit. value or measured values The green "Reactive power supply" LED is lit. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 29...
  • Page 30 Opening a menu item or a setting F Use the right arrow button and the Enter button. Navigate to the next higher menu level/discard change F Use the left arrow button or the ESC button. Page 30 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 31: Quick Configuration

    1. Press the down Def. total yield Interface RS485 address arrow but- Logging interval ton. Log data backup Display 2. Select the menu Date & time item “Interface” using the right arrow but- ton or enter button. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 31...
  • Page 32 3. Press the right arrow but- ton or the Enter but- ton. Step 2C Modbus TCP Modbus TCP Operation mode Operation mode Control via Modbus F Press the right ar- row button or the Enter button. Page 32 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 33 Nominal grid voltage Deutschland(DE) Grid parameter Australien(AU) buttons at the same Belgien(BE) DC starting volt. time for several Benutzerdef.(UD) SPD monitoring Bulgarien(BG) seconds: Const.volt.reg. Power limitation. 1. The up ar- row button 2. The down arrow but- KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 33...
  • Page 34 Fallback time fall-back time us- ing the right ar- 00300s row button. 2. Set the RPO fall- back time (in sec) to a fixed value. NOTE: Default value: 300 sec. setting range: 3 - 1000000 sec. Page 34 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 35: Menu Structure

    Specific menu entries are required for PV devices and, for this reason, they are depicted in this device even though they have no function. Symbols used Menu level (0,1,2,3) Password-protected menu (password can be re- quested from KACO customer service) Display Submenu Option menu Option box Setting range 9.4.1...
  • Page 36 ð The device writes the data to a connected USB storage device. Settings F Open the menu: Press the Right arrow button or Enter button. Language F Select the required language for the user interface. Page 36 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 37 F Open the menu: Press the Right arrow button or Enter Web server button. Port F Set the port at which the web server can be reached. Remote config F If necessary, activate the remote configuration. On / Off KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 37...
  • Page 38 Parameters. On/Off Country NOTE: This option influences the country-specific operating settings of the device. Please consult KACO service for further information. 1. Enter the four-digit password using the 4-way button. The password is device-specific. 2. Confirm the entry with the Enter button.
  • Page 39 FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IE, IL, IN, IT, JO, JP, KR, NL, PL, PT, RO, TH, TR, TW, DU, ZA } Page 000 Underfreq. shutd. F Set limit value for the slow and fast underfrequency shutdown. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 39...
  • Page 40 On: The digital signal of the Powador-protect must be present at the di- gital input of the device for the device to begin feed-in. Off: The device does not check whether a Powador-protect is integrated into the PV system. Page 40 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 41 If the grid voltage exceeds or drops below the con- On / Off figured values, the device switches off. The minimum switch- off threshold can be set in 1 V increments. F Activate or disable monitoring. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 41...
  • Page 42 F Activate active grid influence by additional reactive power feed-in. Exten. ROCOF 10 min. mean value F Set the voltage via averaging. Overvoltage aver- aging F Set the voltage. Counter / inverter voltage drop Page 42 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 43 F Specify the time for voltage reduction. 0 – 60000000 [ms] Active curve F Select active curve. 1 - 5 NOTE: Up to 5 characteristic curves can be configured inde- pendently and one of them can be activated for regulation each time. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 43...

  • Page 44: Monitoring The Device

    1. Open an Internet browser. 2. In the address field of the internet browser, enter the IP address of the device and open the site. ð The internet browser displays the home screen of the web server. Page 44 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 45: Performing A Firmware Update

    1. Never disconnect the AC power supply for or during a firmware update. 2. Do not remove the USB stick during the firmware update. Preparing a firmware update 1. Download the firmware update file from the KACO web site www.kaco-newenergy.com and store it on your hard disk.

  • Page 46: Access Via Modbus

    Modbus TCP - Operation mode in the menu on the device or on the web interface. 2. If necessary, allow write access. 3. Set up the Port for access. [Default: 502] ð Access via Modbus enabled. Page 46 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 47: Specifications

    5 Tau, or in other words, achieving approx. 99 % of the final value of the PT-1 filter. Subject to the control method selected, there are also other parameters that determine dynamic behaviour as described below. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 47...
  • Page 48 (PT-1) with a time constant of Tau=200ms. The specified reactive power can be configured on the display or by way of communication via the KACO RS485 protocol and MODBUS/SunSpec. If the applicable grid code stipulates that the reactive power should react to the target value slower than the configured Tau=200 ms by way of a defined gradient or settling time, this gradient or settling time must be im- plemented in the system control.

  • Page 49: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Refer to our service and guarantee conditions on our homepage. ü The cleaning intervals must be adapted to match the ambient conditions of the installation location. 1. In sandy environments, we recommend cleaning the heat sinks and fans every quarter. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 49...

  • Page 50: Replacing The Fan

    4. Fit the fastening for the fan safety grille [ T_20 & W_ 7 / 2.5 Nm]. 4 Fastening for fan 5. If required, fit another fan. 5 Base plate ð Switching on the device [See section 8} Page 28]. 6 Connector plug 7 Connection socket Page 50 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 51: Shutting Down For Maintenance / Troubleshooting

    Hardware damage on If the grid fuse trips immediately, the device’s hardware is the device. probably damaged. › Contact KACO Service to test the hardware. › No action. Noise emission from the Particular ambient con- When there are certain ambient conditions, the devices may device.

  • Page 52: Fault Messages

    B = Operator’s responsibility ; E = The indicated work may only be carried out by an authorised electrician. ; K = The in- dicated work may only be carried out by a service employee of KACO new energy GmbH! 11.6...

  • Page 53: Decommissioning And Dismantling

    1. Remove the screw that prevents the device from being lifted off the mount. 2. Use the lateral openings and lift the device off the mount. ð Device removed. Proceed with the packaging process. 12.5 Packaging the device ↻ Device has been uninstalled. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 53...

  • Page 54: Storing The Device

    1. Prior to installation, check the inner area for condensation and if necessary, allow it to dry sufficiently be- fore installation. 2. Store in accordance with the technical data > Environmental data ↻ Device packaged. F Store the device at a dry location, in accordance with the ambient temperature range Environmental data. Page 54 KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...

  • Page 55: Disposal

    Unit: Do not dispose of faulty devices or accessories together with household waste. Ensure that the old devices and any accessories are disposed of in a proper manner. Packaging: Ensure that the transport packaging is disposed of properly. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R Page 55...

  • Page 56: Service And Warranty

    Operating Instruction Service and warranty If you need help solving a technical problem with one of our KACO products, please contact our service hotline. Please have the following information ready so that we can help you quickly and efficiently: – Device name / serial number –...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Unauthorised modifications to the supplied devices and/or any use of the devices that is contrary to their intended use render this Declaration of Conformity null and void. This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of KACO new energy GmbH. KACO blueplanet 50.0TL3-R...
  • Page 58 Operating Instruction blueplanet 50.0TL3-RPO_en...
  • Page 59 Werner-von-Siemens-Allee 1 · 74172 Neckarsulm · Germany · Tel. +49 7132 3818-0 · Fax. +49 7132 3818-703 · info@kaco-newenergy.de · www.kaco-newenergy.de...

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