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CanadianSolar CSI-25K-T220GL03-E Installation And Operation Manual

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CSI GRID-TIED PV INVERTER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
CSI-50K-T400GL03-E | CSI-60K-T400GL03-E
CSI-25K-T220GL03-E | C SI-30K-T220GL03-E
Version 1.0, Release Date: 12,2021
CSI Solar Co., Ltd.
199 Lushan Road, SND, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China, 215129
www.csisolar.com

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  • Page 1 F +1 519 837 2550 CSI-50K-T400GL03-E | CSI-60K-T400GL03-E Sales Inquiries Email: info@csisolar.com Customer Support Email: service.ca@csisolar.com CSI-25K-T220GL03-E | C SI-30K-T220GL03-E Europe, Middle East & Africa Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH LandsbergerStraße 94, 80339 Munich, Germany P +49 (0) 89 519 968 90 F +49 (0) 89 519 968 911 Sales Inquiries Email: sales.emea@csisolar.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 1. Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7.2 Information ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.1 Product Description ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7.2.1 Lock screen …………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.2 Unpacking and storage ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 7.3 Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.3 Storage ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7.3.1 Set Time …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. Safety instructions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7.3.2 Set Address …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.1 Safety symbols ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    When you receive the inverter, please ensure that all the parts listed below are included: into alternating current(AC) power that can satisfy local loads as well as feed the power distribution grid. This manual covers the three phase inverter model listed below: CSI-50K-T400GL03-E, CSI-60K-T400GL03-E, CSI-25K-T220GL03-E, CSI-30K-T220GL03-E LED lights LCD display Back plate x1...

  • Page 4: Storage

    1. Introduction 2. Safety Instructions 1.3 Storage If the inverter is not to be installed immediately, storage instructions and environmental Improper use may result in electric shock hazards or burns. This product manual contains conditions are below: important instructions that are required to be followed during installation and maintenance. Please read these instructions carefully before use and keep them in an easily locatable place Use the original box to repackage the inverter, seal with adhesive tape with the for future reference.

  • Page 5: Notice For Use

    2. Safety Instructions 3. Installation 3.1 Environmental considerations 3.1.1 Select a location for the inverter CAUTION When selecting a location for the inverter, consider the following: Risk of electric shock from energy stored in the inverter's capacitors. Do not remove cover until five (5) minutes after disconnecting all sources WARNING: Risk of fire of supply have passed, and this can only be done by a service technician.

  • Page 6: Other Environmental Considerations

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.1.1.1 Examples of correct and incorrect installations 3.1.2.3 Avoiding direct sunlight Installation of the inverter in a location exposed to direct sunlight should to be avoided. Direct exposure to sunlight could cause: ● Power output limitation (with a resulting decreased energy production by the system). ●...

  • Page 7: Mounting The Inverter

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.3.1 Wall mounting Refer to figure 3.6 and figure 3.7 Inverter shall be mounted vertically. The steps to mount the inverter are listed below. 1. Refer to Figure 3.6, drill holes for expansion bolt(M10*90) based on the hole diameter of bracket using a precision drill keeping the drill perpendicular to the wall.

  • Page 8: Rack Mounting

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.3.2 Rack mounting The steps to mounted to the rack are listed below: 3. Install mounting plate 1. Select a location for the inverter 1) Remove the bracket and fasteners from the packaging. Mark the position for hole, drilling according to the hole positions of the bracket.

  • Page 9: Electrical Connections

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4 Electrical Connections 3) Align the mounting plate with the holes, Insert the hexagon bolt (M10X40)through the Inverter design uses PV style quick-connect terminal. The top cover needn't be opened mounting plate into the hole. Secure the bracket to the metal frame firmly. during DC electrical connection.

  • Page 10: Grounding

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4.1 Grounding 4) Insert the stripped wire into the OT terminal crimping area and use the hydraulic To effectively protect the inverter, two grounding methods must be performed. Connect the AC grounding cable (Please refer to section 3.4.3) clamp to crimp the terminal to the wire (see Figure 3.16).

  • Page 11: Connect Pv Side Of Inverter

    3. Installation 3. Installation 3.4.2 Connect PV side of inverter WARNING Before connecting the inverter, make sure the PV array open circuit voltage is within the limit of the inverter. Otherwise, the inverter could be damaged. WARNING DO NOT connect the PV array positive or PV array negative cable to ground. This can cause serious damage to the inverter! Figure 3.23 Connect the DC Figure 3.22 Multimeter measurement...

  • Page 12: Connect Grid Side Of Inverter

    DC CSI-60K-T400GL03-E 220/380,230/400 91.2/86.6 conductor! Only connect the DC cables from the PV module to the inverter as described in this manual. CSI-25K-T220GL03-E 65.6 CSI-30K-T220GL03-E 78.7 CAUTION POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO THE INVERTER DUE TO OVERVOLTAGE Table 3.2 Rating of grid OCPD...
  • Page 13 3. Installation 3. Installation 3) Leave the AC breaker disconnected to ensure it does not close unexpectedly. 4) Remove the 4 screws on the inverter junction box and remove the junction box cover. Cable specification Copper-cored cable 5) Insert the cable through the nut, sheath, and AC terminal cover. Connect the cable to the Traverse cross Range 10~70...
  • Page 14 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring There are 2 communication ports on the inverter. Connect Steps: One is a 4-Pin COM port and the other is a 16-Pin COM port. 1. Lead the main cable through the locking nut and the sleeve. The 4-Pin COM port is used to connect Canadian Solar datalogging sticks 2.

  • Page 15: Inverter Monitoring Connection

    4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4.1.2 Monitoring for multiple inverters 2. Use the unlock tool to insert into the groove on the sleeve and pull the sleeve to disconnect When multiple inverters need to run daisy chain communication together, Pin3/4 and Pin6/7 from the connector.

  • Page 16: Drm Connection/ Logic Interface Connection

    4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4.1.3 Power Line Communication (PLC) Option 4.2 DRM Connection/ Logic Interface Connection PLC communication is an optional function of this inverter series. For inverters ordered with The AS/NZS 4777.2:2015 requires inverters to support demand response modes (DRM). PLC function, a PLC STA module will be integrated inside the inverter which will generate Canadian Solar Australian version inverters fully comply with the DRM requirements in PLC signals onto the AC cables.

  • Page 17: Meter Connection

    4. Comm. & Monitoring 4. Comm. & Monitoring 4.3 Meter Connection The inverter can work with a three phase smart meter to achieve Export Power Management function and/or 24hour consumption monitoring function. Pin 1&2 on the 16-Pin Connector The Pin 1 and Pin 2 of the 16-Pin COM port are used for Meter RS485 communication. INV L1 Grid L1 INV L2...

  • Page 18: Commissioning

    4. Comm. & Monitoring 5. Commissioning 5.1 Selecting the appropriate grid standard 5.1.1 Verifying grid standard for country of installation Pin 1&2 on the 16-Pin Connector Canadian Solar inverters are used worldwide and feature preset standards for operating on any grid. Although the grid standard is set at the factory, it is essential the grid standard be INV L1 Grid L1 verified for the country of installation before commissioning.

  • Page 19: Setting A Custom Grid Standard

    5. Commissioning 5. Commissioning 5.4 Preliminary checks 3). Use the UP/DOWN keys to highlight the SELECT STANDARD option. Press enter to WARNING select. High Voltage. AC and DC measurements should be made only by qualified personnel. Select Standard Grid ON/OFF 5.4.1 DC Connections Figure 5.3 Verify DC connections.

  • Page 20: Ac Configuration

    5. Commissioning 6. Start and Shutdown 5.4.3.2.1 Detection of leakage to ground 6.1 Start-up procedure Canadian Solar inverters are transformer-less and do not have an array connection to ground. To start-up the inverter, it is mandatory that the steps below are followed in the exact order Any measurement of a fixed voltage between ground and either the positive or negative string outlined.

  • Page 21: Normal Operation

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation Display Duration Description In normal operation, LCD screen alternatively shows inverter power and operation status (see Figure 7.1). The screen can be scrolled manually by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. V_DC01: 0000.0A I_DC01: +000.0A V_DC: Shows input DC voltage. Pressing the ENTER key gives access to Main Menu.

  • Page 22: Lock Screen

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.2.1 Lock Screen 7.4 Advanced Info - Technicians Only Pressing the ESC key returns to the Main Menu. Pressing the ENTER key locks NOTE: (Figure 7.2(a)) or unlocks (Figure 7.2 (b)) the screen. To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. Enter menu “Advanced Info.”...

  • Page 23: Version

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.4.3 Version 7.4.6 Yearly Energy The screen shows the model version of the inverter. And the screen will show the The function is for checking the energy generation for selected year. software ver by pressing the UP and DOWN at the same time.(see Figure 7.7). YES=<ENT>...

  • Page 24: Advanced Settings - Technicians Only

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5 Advanced Settings - Technicians Only NOTE: OV-G-V1: 220---374V OV-G-F1: 50.1-65Hz To access to this area is for fully qualified and accredited technicians only. OV-G-V1-T: 0.01---300S OV-G-F1-T: 0.01---300S Please follow 7.4 to enter password to access this menu. OV-G-V2: 220---374V OV-G-F2: 50.1-65Hz OV-G-V2-T: 0.01---300S...

  • Page 25: Clear Energy

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.2.2 24H Switch 7.5.5 Power Control This function controls the 24H hours consumption function enable or disable. Active and reactive power can be set through power setting button. There are 4 item for this sub menu: 1.

  • Page 26: Std Mode Settings

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.8 STD Mode Settings 7.5.10 HMI Update Selecting “STD Mode. Settings” displays the sub-menu shown below: 1. Working Mode Set 2.Power Rate Limit This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. 3.Freq Derate Set 4.10mins Voltage Set Selecting “Updater”...
  • Page 27 7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.11.2 Backflow Power The setting is used to define the allowed export power into the grid. The setting range is between 00000W to 29900W. Please refer to below instructions for different user scenarios. Scenario 1. Only Function 1 is required ->Set Backflow Power Step 1: Refer to Section 4.3 to connect the smart meter on the grid side or load side.

  • Page 28: External Epm Set

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.11.4 Backflow Work Mode This submenu is used for set backflow work mode: 01, 02. “01” is the default mode. Mode “02”, As shown in the figure 7.31 the per phase limiting mode, the inverter only generate the power that equals to one of three-phase load power that is the lowest load power of a certain phase.

  • Page 29: Fan Test

    7. Normal operation 7. Normal operation 7.5.14 FAN Test 7.5.17 I/V Curve This function is used to scan the I/V characteristic curves of each PV strings. This section is applicable to maintenance personnel only. Set I/V Curve I/V Curve Scan Selecting “Fan Test”...

  • Page 30: Afci Function

    7. Normal operation 8. Maintenance 7.6 AFCI function Canadian Solar inverters have the built-in AFCI function which can detect the arc fault on Canadian Solar Three Phase Inverter does not require any regular maintenance. However, the DC circuit and shut down the inverter to prevent a fire disaster. cleaning the dust on heat-sink will help the inverter to dissipate the heat and increase its life time.

  • Page 31: Fan Maintenance

    8. Maintenance 9. Troubleshooting The inverter is designed in accordance with the most important international grid-tied standards and safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. Before delivering to WARNING : the customer, the inverter has been subjected to several tests to ensure its optimal operation The PID function is automatic.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    9. Troubleshooting 9. Troubleshooting Alarm Message Failure description Solution NOTE Initialization system fault INI-FAULT If the inverter displays any alarm message as listed in Table 9.1, please Comm. failure between main turn off the inverter (refer to Section 6.2 to stop your inverter) and wait for 15 DSP-B-FAULT 1.Restart inverter or contact installer.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model CSI-50K-T400GL03-E Model CSI-60K-T400GL03-E Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000 180...1000 Max.
  • Page 34 10. Specifications 10. Specifications Model CSI-25K-T220GL03-E Model CSI-30K-T220GL03-E Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Max. DC input voltage (Volts) 1100 Rated DC voltage (Volts) Rated DC voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) Start-up voltage (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) MPPT voltage range (Volts) 180...1000...
  • Page 35 PROJECT NAME LOCATION NUMBER INSTALLATION AND 3 PHASE STRING INVERTERS (SERIES) COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Warning: This checklist is not a replacement for the user manual. Please read the user manual prior to inverter site selection and installation. Step Content Details Values / Notes Conclusion Installation Ensure installation site meets environmental and...
  • Page 36 PROJECT NAME LOCATION NUMBER INSTALLATION AND 3 PHASE STRING INVERTERS (SERIES) COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Warning: This checklist is not a replacement for the user manual. Please read the user manual prior to inverter site selection and installation. Step Content Details Values / Notes Conclusion Communication cable (if function...
  • Page 37 PROJECT NAME LOCATION NUMBER INSTALLATION AND 3 PHASE STRING INVERTERS (SERIES) COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Warning: This checklist is not a replacement for the user manual. Please read the user manual prior to inverter site selection and installation. Step Content Details Values / Notes Conclusion After 60-300 seconds (depending on local requirement), the inverter will start to generate power.
  • Page 38 PROJECT NAME LOCATION NUMBER INSTALLATION AND 3 PHASE STRING INVERTERS (SERIES) COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Warning: This checklist is not a replacement for the user manual. Please read the user manual prior to inverter site selection and installation. System Owner: Address / Location: Note site typical arrangements and variances Inverter model: Inverter firmware revision: DSP:...
  • Page 39 PROJECT NAME LOCATION NUMBER INSTALLATION AND 3 PHASE STRING INVERTERS (SERIES) COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST Warning: This checklist is not a replacement for the user manual. Please read the user manual prior to inverter site selection and installation. Inverter serial numbers: INSTALLER´S NAME COMPANY INSTALLER´S SIGNATURE DATE...

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