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- Page 1 A PV disconnect solution for DC-DC Optimizers and Solar + Storage Devices Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual for use with all variants of the AID product. Alencon Systems – Passionate About Power COPYRIGHT © 2020 ALENCON LLC, INC. | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Page 2: Disclaimer
Readers are cautioned, however, that Alencon LLC reserves the right to make changes without notice and shall not be responsible for any damages, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, caused by reliance on the material presented, including, but not limited to, omissions, typographical errors, arithmetical errors or listing errors in the content material. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Contents Disclaimer ............................1 1 Table of Figures ..........................3 2 General Information .......................... 4 2.1 Purpose ............................4 2.2 Product Warranty ........................4 2.3 Warnings, Cautions and Notes ....................5 2.4 Packing List ..........................6 2.5 Ordering Information ........................ -
Page 4: Table Of Figures
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual A.3 Environmental hazards ......................18 A.3.1 Danger to life due to blocked escape routes ..............18 A.3.2 Damage to the equipment caused by dust or moisture penetration ........18 A.3.3 Danger to life due to electric shock when the equipment is unlocked ........ 19 Appendix B –... -
Page 5: General Information
• Maintain the product, if necessary 2.2 Product Warranty Alencon Systems warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. Extended warrantees of an additional five (5), ten (10) and twenty (20) years are also available for purchase. -
Page 6: Warnings, Cautions And Notes
Because of Alencon Systems’ high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our warranty service. If an Alencon Systems product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and freight. -
Page 7: Packing List
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 2.4 Packing List The AID is assembled and tested at the ALENCON factory. Before installation, please ensure the following items have been shipped: • Commensurate # of AID units specified for your project. -
Page 8: Technical Specifications
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 2.6 Technical Specifications Device AID 1000 AID 1500 Max Voltage 1000 VDC 1500 VDC Number of Inputs Number of Outputs Max Current Per Input/Device 30A/120A 13A/52A Weather Rating IP65 Fusing Optional – 10A, 15A, 20A, 30A... -
Page 9: Important Safety Instructions
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 3 Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS– This manual contains important instructions for use with the AID that shall be followed during installation and maintenance of these devices. Installation of this equipment must be performed by an authorized electrician in accordance with the local and NEC ANSI/NFPA 70 and OSHA requirements. -
Page 10: Introduction
4 Introduction 4.1 Product Overview The Alencon Isolated Disconnect (AID) is the ideal companion to your outdoor deployment of Alencon’s SPOT or BOSS products. The AID provides a convenient, load break DC-disconnect on the input of the SPOT and/or BOSS. For the BOSS, it can be used on the output as well. -
Page 11: Fusing
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 4.3 Fusing AID can include fusing on the positive leads of PV input as desired. Fuse rating should be specified in accordance with local jurisdictions and all relevant electrical codes. The fuse and... -
Page 12: Installation
Ensure the switch is in the OFF (OPEN) position before beginning the install process. 5.1 Mounting Procedure – Separate Mounting Bracket 1. AID is shipped already mounted on the Alencon Bracket (see Figure 6). 2. Lift the AID so that the mounting plate lines up with and hooks into the Unistrut (see Figure 7). -
Page 13: Mounting Procedure - Spot/Boss Side Mounted
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 7: AID M IGURE OUNTED ON TRUT HANNELS 5.2 Mounting Procedure – SPOT/BOSS Side Mounted 1. The AID has 4 mounting ‘legs’ that can pivot from each corner of the enclosure where they are attached (see Figure 8). - Page 14 Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 9: SPOT D IGURE EVICE OUNTING ROOVES IGHLIGHTED 10: SPOT IGURE WITH OUNTED 13 | P a g e...
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Page 15: Connecting To Input And Output
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 5.3 Connecting to Input and Output 1. Connect PV Strings to appropriate PV IN Amphenol H4 connectors on the bottom of the AID (see Figure 11). 11: B AID, I IGURE OTTOM IEW OF... -
Page 16: Servicing And Maintenance
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 6 Servicing and Maintenance 6.1 Opening and Closing AID for Service To perform service and troubleshooting on the AID, it is often necessary to open the device. After which, it should be properly closed and sealed to maintain weather rating. See the component parts labeled in Figure 13. -
Page 17: General Maintenance
7. Close the AID enclosure, see section 6.1.2 8. AID can be turned ON again 6.2.1 Additional Maintenance: If AID still does not operate as expected, please contact Alencon Systems technical support for assistance with troubleshooting (see Appendix C). 16 |... -
Page 18: Appendix A - Safety Precautions
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Appendix A - Safety Precautions A.1 Degree of Danger Symbols Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal injury! Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing data. -
Page 19: Electric Shock Caused By Ground Fault
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual A.2.2 Electric shock caused by ground fault If a ground fault occurs, plant sections that are supposedly grounded may in fact be live. Failure to adhere to the safety messages may lead to severe or lethal injuries due to electric shock. -
Page 20: Danger To Life Due To Electric Shock When The Equipment Is Unlocked
Alencon SPOT: Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual A.3.3 Danger to life due to electric shock when the equipment is unlocked Unlocked equipment can be opened by unauthorized persons. This means that unauthorized persons have access to components on which lethal voltages are present. To avoid danger from unlocked equipment: •... -
Page 21: Appendix C - Technical Support And Assistance
Container with (1) to (4) SPOT’s and Junction Box Appendix C – Technical Support and Assistance Visit the Alencon Systems web site at www.alenconsystems.com where you can find the latest information about the product. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Alencon Systems’...
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