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Installation and Operation Manual for CPS AC-PLC KIT-800V/US CHINT POWER SYSTEMS AMERICA CO., LTD. Rev 1.1 Apr. 14, 2022 Doc. No.: 9.0020.0629A0...
Markings and meanings on the device ............5 Safety precautions of operating the AC-PLC KIT .......... 6 General Introduction................ 8 Overview of AC-PLC KIT-800V/US ..............8 Appearance and dimension ................9 Features of AC-PLC KIT ................10 Nameplate ....................10 Storage requirements ..................
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Table of Contents 5.1.2 Commissioning steps ................25 Regular Maintenance .................. 25 Troubleshooting ................26 Power-on faults ................... 26 Communication faults .................. 26 Data collection failures ................27 Technical Data ................28 Limited Warranty ................30 Warranty period ................... 30 Contact Information ...............
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Please read this user manual carefully before the installation and operation of this AC- PLC KIT. CPS reserves the right to refuse warranty claims for equipment damage if users fail to install the equipment according to the instructions in this manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS EARTH GROUND! This symbol marks the location of grounding terminal, which must be securely connected to the earth through the PE (protective earth) cable to ensure operational safety. RoHS SYMBOL In accordance with 2011/65/EU regulations, the product imposes restrictions on the use of specific hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All the wiring and operation must conform to the related local standard requirements of the device. IMPORTANT! The device nameplate contains important information of the device, such as model, serial number and detailed parameters. If there is any problem or malfunction of the device during operation, please contact our after-sales center and provide the serial number.
General Introduction General Introduction Overview of AC-PLC KIT-800V/US The AC-PLC KIT is widely applied in residential electricity information collection, photovoltaic, smart home, industrial control and other fields. The Grid-tied PV system is generally made up of PV modules, string PV inverters, AC-PLC system, etc.
General Introduction Appearance and dimension Figure 2-2 Product Dimensions Figure 2-3 Product Appearance Item No. Component Name Marks Main enclosure Main body Fixing bracket Install enclosure to wall or bracket Lock (with keys) Lock the enclosure Table 2-1 Component Name 9 / 32...
Safe and reliable NEMA 4X rated enclosures for exterior mounting Enclosure made of DC51D+ZM180 with high corrosion resistance Compatibility Compatible with CPS 250/275kW inverters Capability with CPS O&M platform Powerful protection performance Equipped with high-current, high-breaking and high-voltage AC fuse It is also possible to lock with keys to protect from accidentally turning ...
The relative humidity of the storage space shall be kept between 5% and 95%. Schematic Diagram and Circuit Design The basic electrical schematic diagram of CPS AC-PLC KIT-800V/US is shown in Figure 2-5 below. Figure 2-5 schematic diagram of CPS AC-PLC KIT-800V/US The transformer low voltage side inputs shall be connected to the fuses in the AC-PLC Kit.
Unpacking for Inspection Check the product for any obvious damage or if the items in the delivery list are complete before performing installation. Contact CPS immediately if any problem is found. The delivery list of the AC-PLC KIT is below:...
Mechanical Installation 3.2.2 Installation requirements Make sure the device is not electrically connected or energized before installing. Never install, use or maintain the device in lightning, rain, snow, wind and other severe weather. Do not wear conductive objects such as watches, bracelets, rings, and necklaces when installing, operating, or maintaining the device.
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Mechanical Installation Figure 3-1 Position one fixed bracket Mark mounting holes on the mounting bracket according to the distance of the fixing brackets of the enclosure. Figure 3-2 Distance of the fixing brackets of the enclosure 14 / 32...
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Mechanical Installation Drill four holes with a Ф10mm drill at the marked position as shown below. Figure 3-3 Drill holes at the marked position Lift the AC-PLC KIT to make it aligned with above mentioned drilled holes and fasten four fixing bracket (2) of the enclosure into the drilled holes of the mounting bracket (3) with four M8x25 screws (1) and M8 flange nuts included in the accessory bag.
Electrical Connection Electrical Connection WARNING! Be careful of high AC voltage. Check all the input and output cables or terminals to ensure there is no voltage before electrical connection to avoid electric shock. CAUTION! Connect the cables following strictly the polarities marked on the device to avoid short circuit hazards.
Electrical Connection NOTICE! The stoppers reserved in items 1-5 are designed with a protection class of IP65. They will be delivered with the AC-PLC product. Engineers shall unplug corresponding stoppers before connecting cables according to the project demands. Reserve unused stoppers in their original positions to maintain the ...
AC-DC Power HDR-30-12 AC Receptacle VGF15 125V Fuse HC101D 1000V 30A HC10aR16UO 16A Intelligent gateway FlexOM 4G KIT CPS US. PLC module PLC-M/800Vac 12Vdc Communication terminal 303901 Ground copper bar Table 4-2 Main components in enclosure 4.2.1 Appearance of PLC module The appearance of the PLC-M and PLC-S modules are exactly the same except for the label.
Electrical Connection 4.2.2 Indicator description Icon indicator name Color Function Power indicator Green Flashes after power-on, flashing interval is 1s, and flashing time is 100ms. Communication Flashes after networking completed, the interval is 1s, and the indicator flashing mode is alternately on and off. RS485 port Green...
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Electrical Connection Figure 4-4 open the front door Now you can connect cables according to the following wiring illustrations. WARNING! Before wiring, ensure that upstream AC switches are all disconnected. Figure 4-5 Wiring illustrations 20 / 32...
Electrical Connection 4.4.1 Copper bar grounding Unplug the “ ” waterproof stopper at the bottom of the device. Connect the grounding cable led from outside to the grounding copper bar through the “ ” waterproof terminal. Strip the cable jacket with a wire stripper. Secure the cable to the GND terminal, and secure it with a fastening torque of 2±0.2 N·m.
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Electrical Connection Figure 4-6 Sleeves and fastening heads All the electrical cables and communication cables shall be jointed and sealed properly according to the following requirements to ensure performance and water tightness (all figures are only for reference). The cable must be vertical to prevent excessive cable stress. Figure 4-7 Cable must be vertical 22 / 32...
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Electrical Connection After the cable passes through the fastening head, fireproof putties shall be applied to seal the joint tightly to prevent water vapor from entering. Figure 4-8 Apply fireproof putties After tightening the fastening head, watertight sealants shall be applied on its inner surface and outer surface to avoid loosening or prevent water from entering.
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Electrical Connection Before and after tightening the fastening head, check carefully to ensure the watertight cushion is in good condition, i.e. its surface is uniform and unbroken. Figure 4-10 Check watertight cushion After completing all the wiring steps, close the front cover and then lock it according to the reverse order described above in turning ON steps.
Commissioning and Maintenance Commissioning and Maintenance CAUTION! The AC-PLC KIT can only be put into service after the installation and inspection is completed. Commissioning 5.1.1 Inspection before Commissioning All cables are connected correctly and firmly. The phase sequence of all cables is correct. ...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Power-on faults If the power indicator does not flash after the module is powered on, it means that the module is powered on abnormally. The following are typical manifestations and handling methods of power-on faults: Module Test methods Causes Measures Check if the DC output...
Troubleshooting PLC-S module Contact the supplier to PLC-S failure replace the PLC-S module Table 6-2 Troubleshooting of communication faults Data collection failures TX light and RX light in the AC-PLC system will flash functionally during the data collection process. RX light flashes when the PLC-M module receives the data collection command from the data collector;...
Technical Data Technical Data Parameters Values Model CPS AC-PLC KIT--800V/US DAS Equipment CPS Flex Gateway Ethernet (Standard) AC-PLC communication module Standard Electrical Parameter AC Input 800/600/480Vac, 50/60Hz AC Output 110Vac, 50/60Hz DC Output 12 Vdc Mechanical Parameter Dimensions (H x W x D) 13.8x13.8x5.9in.
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Technical Data Third-party data logger AUX port, Isolated 3 Pin RS485 FlexOM service Internet, Primary MQTT Third-party server Internet, HTTPS or Secondary MQTT SCADA client Ethernet port, Modbus/TCP RS485 port External installation, RS485+DC Input, 5 Pole 3.5 mm Pitch EDG AUX port RS485, 3 Pole, A+ / B- / G Ethernet port...
The warranty policy of this device is specified in a contract; otherwise, the standard CPS Accessories warranty period is 2 years. For service, Chint Power Systems America will provide local support. For Warranty terms, please refer to the CPS America standard warranty policy in place at time of purchase. 30 / 32...
Contact Information Contact Information Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding CPS AC-PLC KIT. We look forward to providing industry-leading service for you. CHINT POWER SYSTEMS AMERICA CO., LTD. Address: 1380 Presidential Drive, Suite 100, Richardson Texas 75081...
Figure 2-3 Product Appearance ................9 Figure 2-4 Nameplate ..................10 Figure 2-5 schematic diagram of CPS AC-PLC KIT-800V/US ......11 Figure 3-1 Position one fixed bracket ..............14 Figure 3-2 Distance of the fixing brackets of the enclosure ........ 14 Figure 3-3 Drill holes at the marked position ............
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