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SUNNY BOY 3.0-US / 3.8-US / 5.0-US / 6.0-US / 7.0-US / 7.7-US SB3.0-1SP-US-41 / SB3.8-1SP-US-41 / SB5.0-1SP-US-41 / SB6.0-1SP-US-41 / SB7.0-1SP-US-41 / SB7.7-1SP-US-41 S U N N Y B eManual Installation Manual Instrucciones de instalación ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS Instructions d’installation...
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Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG DC Connection......................46 6.6.1 Requirements for the DC Connection ............ 46 6.6.2 Connecting the PV Array................ 48 Commissioning ................. 51 Commissioning Procedure ..................51 Commissioning the Inverter..................51 Establishing a connection to the user interface ............53 7.3.1...
PDF format and as eManual at www.SMA-Solar.com. You will find the QR code that links to the eManual on the title page of this document. You can also call up the eManual via the user interface of the product.
[Button] • Button or key to be selected or • Select [Enter]. pressed [Key] Designation in the document Complete designation Designation in this document Sunny Boy Inverter, product Additional Information For more information, please go to www.SMA-Solar.com. SBxx-1SP-US-41-IA-xx-10 Installation Manual...
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"PUBLIC CYBER SECURITY - Guidelines for a Secure PV System Technical information Communication" "Efficiency and Derating" Technical Information Efficiency and derating behavior of the SMA inverters "Grid Support Utility Interactive Inverters" Technical Information Information about how to activate and to set the grid supporting fea- tures according to UL 1741 SA "Parameters and Measured Values"...
Any other application may cause personal injury or property damage. Alterations to the SMA products, e.g., changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and warranty claims and in most cases terminate the operating license.
SMA Solar Technology AG assumes no responsibility for the compliance or non- compliance with such laws or codes in connection with the installation of the product.
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In this state, switching operations can cause a fire or explosion. Death or lethal injuries due to fire or flying debris can result. • In case of error, only carry out corrective measures specified by SMA Solar Technology AG (for corrective measures see section "troubleshooting" in the detailed manual. If no corrective measures are specified, do not perform any actions on the product.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety CAUTION Risk of injury due to weight of product Injuries may result if the product is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or when attaching it to or removing it from the wall mounting bracket.
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2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG NOTICE Destruction of the measuring device due to overvoltage • Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range of 600 V or higher. Electrical installations (for North America) All installations must conform with the laws, regulations, codes and standards applicable in the ®...
SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Scope of Delivery Scope of Delivery SU N N Y BO Figure 1 : Components included in the scope of delivery Position Quantity Designation Inverter Hexagon socket cap head screw M5 x 60 (not required) Installation manual, production test report, supplementary sheet with...
4 Product Overview SMA Solar Technology AG Product Overview Product Description S U N N Y B N Y B S U N Figure 2 : Design of the inverter Position Designation Power Unit Enclosure lid of the Power Unit...
SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Overview Position Designation Additional type label The additional type label must remain permanently attached to the prod- uct. You will find the following information on the additional type label: • Device type (Model) • Inverter serial number (Serial number device or S/N device) •...
SMA Speedwire The product is equipped with SMA Speedwire as standard. SMA Speedwire is a type of communication based on the Ethernet standard. SMA Speedwire is designed for a data transfer rate of 100 Mbps and enables optimum communication between Speedwire devices within systems.
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SMA RS485 Module The inverter can be retrofitted with the SMA RS485 Module. By installing the SMA RS485 Module, the inverter is able to communicate with the energy meter of the SMA Revenue Grade Meter Kit. Class 1 wiring methods are to be used for field wiring connection to the terminals of the communication interface.
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The SMA Cellular LTE Modem Kit transmits up to four times a day a limited amount of data to Sunny Portal. The standard term of the mobile data plan for the SMA Cellular LTE Modem Kit is five years.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Overview A complete PV Rapid Shutdown System consists of the inverter, PV array disconnect switches, and a Rapid Shutdown initiation device. The Rapid Shutdown initiation device serves to initiate a rapid shutdown. The PV Rapid Shutdown System must limit the DC conductors to < 30 V within 30 seconds.
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If the available accessory communication set for TS4-R module technology components (SMA Rooftop Communication Kit) is installed in the inverter, the secure power supply operation is no longer available. The Rooftop Communication Kit supports the Rapid Shutdown function. The AC circuit breaker in the system is simultaneously the Rapid Shutdown Initiator.
SMA Smart Connected SMA Smart Connected is the free monitoring of the inverter via the SMA Sunny Portal. Thanks to SMA Smart Connected, the PV system operator and qualified person will be informed automatically and proactively about inverter events that occur.
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4 Product Overview SMA Solar Technology AG LED signal Explanation The green LED is pulsing Feed-in operation The inverter is equipped with a dynamic power display via the green LED. Depending on the power, the green LED pulses fast or slow. If necessary, you can switch off the dynamic power display via the green LED.
☐ When using the SMA Cellular LTE Modem Kit, the installation site should not be located in the basement. The data transmission during basement installation can be restricted due to an insufficient connection quality.
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5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Sunny Boy 3.0-US / 3.8-US / 5.0-US / 6.0-US SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY Sunny Boy 7.0-US / 7.7-US SUNNY BOY SUNNY BOY...
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To guarantee optimal operation and adequate heat dissipation for the inverter as well as a good connection quality when using the SMA Cellular LTE Modem Kit, the following requirements for clearances should be observed. This will prevent the inverter power output from being reduced due to excessive temperatures.
5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG ® Prescribed clearances in accordance with the National Electrical Code ® Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 ® ® Under certain conditions, the National Electrical Code or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 specify greater clearances.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Mounting Procedure: CAUTION Risk of injury due to damaged cables There may be power cables or other supply lines (e.g. gas or water) routed in the wall. • Ensure that no lines are laid in the wall which could be damaged when drilling holes.
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5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 9. Secure the Conection Unit horizontally using screws and washers. 10. Check whether the Connection Unit is firmly positioned. 11. Plug the Power Unit into the Connection Unit. Make sure that the screw holes on the left and right sides of the Power Unit are directly over those of the...
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Overview of the Connection Area 6.1.1 View from Below Figure 7 : Enclosure openings at the bottom of the inverter Position Designation Enclosure opening for DC connection (for 21 mm (0.75 in) trade size...
ANT. slot for connecting the Antenna Extension Kit (optional) AC-out slot for the AC connection SPS slot for connecting the secure power supply outlet Installation location for accessories (optional) approved by SMA Solar Technology AG Equipment grounding terminal for the equipment grounding conductor of...
ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1. ☐ Conductor type: copper wire ☐ Maximum permissible temperature at SB3.0-1SP-US-41, SB3.8-1SP-US-41, SB5.0-1SP-US-41 and SB6.0-1SP-US-41: 75°C (+167°F) ☐ The conductors must be made of solid wire, stranded wire or fine stranded wire. When using fine stranded wire, bootlace ferrules must be used.
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6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Load-break switch an cable protection: ☐ In PV systems with multiple inverters, protect each inverter with its own overcurrent protective device. Observe the maximum permissible fuse protection (see Section 10 "Technical Data", page 65). This will prevent residual voltage from being present at the corresponding conductor after disconnection.
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6.2.2 Connecting the Inverter to the Utility Grid Requirements: ☐ All electrical installations must be carried out in accordance with the local standards and the ® ® National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1.
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6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection of conductors of finely stranded wire To connect conductors made of finely stranded wire, each terminal point must be opened. • First insert the connector into the terminal point all the way to the lock (round opening).
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Connecting the Network Cables DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock in case of overvoltages and if surge protection is missing Overvoltages (e. g. in the event of a flash of lightning) can be further conducted into the building and to other connected devices in the same network via the network cables or other data cables if there is no surge protection.
6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5. Lead one end of each network cable from the conduit into the inverter. 6. Put the network plug of each cable into one of the FCC ID: SVF-KP20 IC: 9440A-KP20 network sockets of the communication assembly.
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Operating mode of multi- Description function relay (Mlt.Op- Mode) Fan control (FanCtl) The multifunction relay controls an external fan, depending on the temperature of the inverter. Switching status grid re- The local grid operator may require that a signal is transmitted as soon as the inverter connects to the utility grid.
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6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Using the Multifunction Relay as a Fault Indicator Contact You can use the multifunction relay as a fault indicator contact and have an error or smooth operation of the inverter displayed or signaled via a suitable display device. You can connect multiple inverters to one fault indicator or operation indicator, as needed.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Controlling loads via the multifunction relay or charging batteries depending on the power production of the PV system The multifunction relay can control loads or charge batteries power-dependently. To enable this function, you must connect a contactor (K1) to the multifunction relay. The contactor (K1) switches the operating current for the load on or off.
6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Reporting the switching status of the grid relay The multifunction relay can trip a signal to the grid operator as soon as the inverter connects to the utility grid. To enable this function, the multifunction relays of all inverters must be connected in parallel.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Requirements: ☐ The technical requirements of the multifunction relay must be met (see Section 10 "Technical Data", page 65). ☐ All electrical installations must be carried out in accordance with the local standards and the ®...
CSA C22.1. Residual-current device: ☐ SMA Solar Technology AG recommends to install a residual-current device (type A) between the inverter's output for secure power supply and the outlet for secure power supply operation, which trips at a residual current of 30 mA. Observe all locally applicable standards and directives when doing so.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Procedure: DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages • Ensure that the inverter is disconnected from all voltage sources (see Section 8, page 61). 2. Remove the sealing plug from the enclosure opening for connecting the outlet for secure power supply operation.
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6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection of conductors of finely stranded wire To connect conductors made of finely stranded wire, each terminal point must be opened. • First insert the connector into the terminal point all the way to the lock (round opening).
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Connect the switch for secure power supply operation Requirements for the conductors: ☐ Conductor cross-section: 0.2 mm² to 2.5 mm² (24 AWG to 14 AWG) ☐ The conductor type and wiring method must be appropriate for the application and location.
6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG DC Connection 6.6.1 Requirements for the DC Connection Connection options: One string each can be connected to each DC input of the inverter during normal operation. The DC inputs A and B can however be operated in parallel, and thus up to three strings can be connected to inverters with two DC inputs and up to four strings to inverters with three DC inputs.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection Sunny Boy 3.0-US / 3.8-US Sunny Boy 5.0-US / 6.0-US / 7.0-US / 7.7-US DC-in DC-in DC-in AC-out DC-in AC-out ANT. ANT. FCC ID: SVF-KP20 FCC ID: SVF-KP20 IC: 9440A-KP20 IC: 9440A-KP20 DISPLAY DISPLAY Max.
6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.6.2 Connecting the PV Array NOTICE Damage to the inverter due to ground fault on DC side during operation Due to the transformerless topology of the product, the occurance of ground faults on DC side during operation can lead to irreparable damage.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection • Guide the equipment grounding conductor between the washer and clamping bracket and tighten the screw (TX 25) (torque: 6 Nm ± 0.3 Nm (53.10 in-lb ± 2.65 in-lb)). Here, the equipment grounding conductor must have contact with an inner edge of the clamping bracket.
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6 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Connection of conductors of finely stranded wire To connect conductors made of finely stranded wire, each terminal point must be opened. • First insert the connector into the terminal point all the way to the lock (round opening).
Select the inverter configuration option. Please note that see section 7.5, page 58 the SMA Grid Guard code for changing the grid-relevant parameters must be available after completion of the first ten feed-in hours or installation assistant (see "Application for the SMA Grid Guard code" available at www.SMA- Solar.com).
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LED will light up continuously or it will pulse. 8. If the red LED lights up, an error has occurred. Rectify the error (for information regarding troubleshooting see the user manual under www.SMA-Solar.com). SBxx-1SP-US-41-IA-xx-10 Installation Manual...
☐ The respective latest version of one of the following web browsers must be installed: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari. ☐ The SMA Grid Guard code of the Installer must be available for the changing of grid-relevant settings after completion of the first ten feed-in hours or installation assistant (see "Application for SMA Grid Guard Code"...
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2. If your end device does not have a WPS function: • Search for WLAN networks with your end device. • Select the SSID of the inverter SMA[serial number] in the list with the found WLAN networks. • Enter the inverter WLAN password. Within the first ten feed-in hours and prior to completing the configuration by means of the installation assistant, you must use the standard WLAN password SMA12345.
☐ The respective latest version of one of the following web browsers must be installed: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari. ☐ The SMA Grid Guard code of the Installer must be available for the changing of grid-relevant settings after completion of the first ten feed-in hours or installation assistant (see "Application for SMA Grid Guard Code"...
☐ The respective latest version of one of the following web browsers must be installed: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari. ☐ The SMA Grid Guard code of the Installer must be available for the changing of grid-relevant settings after completion of the first ten feed-in hours or installation assistant (see "Application for SMA Grid Guard Code"...
After the IP address has been confirmed by pressing the enter key, a message might appear indicating that the connection to the user interface of the inverter is not secure. SMA Solar Technology AG guarantees that calling up the user interface is secure. • Continue loading the user interface.
On the Configuring the Inverter page, different configuration options are available to choose from. Select one of the options and proceed for the selected option as described below. SMA Solar Technology AG recommends carrying out the configuration with the installation assistant. This way, you ensure that all relevant parameters are set for optimal inverter operation.
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SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Commissioning • Configuration with the installation assistant (recommended) • Manual configuration Accepting the settings Saving the made settings is indicated by an hourglass symbol on the user interface. If the DC voltage is sufficient, the data is transferred directly to the inverter and accepted. If the DC voltage is too low (e. g.
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7 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Position Designation Description User information Information about the current configuration step and the setting options of the configuration step. Configuration field You can make settings in this field. Procedure: 1. Select the configuration option Configuration with Installation Assistant.
SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources Prior to performing any work on the inverter, always disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this section. Always adhere to the prescribed sequence.
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8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA Solar Technology AG 6. Unscrew all six screws of the enclosure lid of the Connection Unit and remove the enclosure lid carefully towards the front (TX25). When doing so, note that the LED assembly in the enclosure lid and the communication assembly in the inverter are connected via a ribbon cable.
SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Decommissioning the Inverter Decommissioning the Inverter To decommission the inverter completely upon completion of its service life, proceed as described in this Section. CAUTION Risk of injury due to weight of product Injuries may result if the product is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or when attaching it to or removing it from the wall mounting bracket.
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9 Decommissioning the Inverter SMA Solar Technology AG 13. Unscrew all the screws that are attached to the Connection Unit. 14. Remove the Connection Unit. 15. Connect the Connection Unit to the Power Unit. Make sure that the screw holes on the left and right sides of the Power Unit are directly over those of the Connection Unit;...
SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Technical Data 10 Technical Data 10.1 DC/AC 10.1.1 Sunny Boy 3.0-US / 3.8-US / 5.0-US DC input SB3.0-1SP-US-41 SB3.8-1SP-US-41 SB5.0-1SP-US-41 Maximum PV array 4800 Wp 6080 Wp 8000 Wp power Maximum input voltage 600 V 600 V 600 V MPP voltage range 100 V to 550 V...
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10 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG SB3.0-1SP-US-41 SB3.8-1SP-US-41 SB5.0-1SP-US-41 AC voltage range at 211 V to 264 V 211 V to 264 V 211 V to 264 V 240 V Nominal AC current at 14.4 A 16 A 24 A 208 V Nominal AC current at 12.5 A 15.8 A...
SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Technical Data Efficiency SB3.0-1SP-US-41 SB3.8-1SP-US-41 SB5.0-1SP-US-41 Maximum efficiency at 97.2 % 97.2 % 97.2 % 208 V, η CEC efficiency at 208 96 % 96.5 % 96.5 % V, η Maximum efficiency at 97.6 % 97.5 % 97.5 % 240 V, η CEC efficiency at 240 96.5 %...
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10 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG SB6.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.7-1SP-US-41 Maximum apparent 5200 VA 6650 VA 6650 VA AC power at 208 V Maximum apparent 6000 VA 7000 VA 7680 VA AC power at 240 V Rated grid voltage 208 V / 240 V 208 V / 240 V...
SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Technical Data SB6.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.7-1SP-US-41 Range of the displace- overexcited overexcited overexcited ment power factor (ad- underexcited underexcited underexcited justable) Feed-in phases Phase connection Overvoltage category in accordance with UL 1741 Efficiency SB6.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.0-1SP-US-41 SB7.7-1SP-US-41 Maximum efficiency at 97.2 %...
10 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 10.4 Triggering Thresholds and Tripping Time Rated power fre- Triggering threshold Triggering frequency Tripping time quency 60 Hz > 60.5 Hz 60.45 Hz to 60.55 Hz max. 0.1602 s < 57 Hz to 59.8 Hz 56.95 Hz to 59.85 Hz...
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Maximum permissible value for relative humid- 95 % ity, non-condensing Maximum operating altitude above mean sea 3000 m (9843 ft) level (MSL) Typical noise emission for SB3.0-1SP-US-41 / 39 dB(A) SB3.8-1SP-US-41 / SB5.0-1SP-US-41 / SB6.0-1SP-US-41 Typical noise emission for SB7.0-1SP-US-41 / 45 dB(A) SB7.7-1SP-US-41 Power loss in night mode <5 W...
Short-circuit diode AC short-circuit current capability Current control Grid monitoring SMA Grid Guard 4.0 Maximum overcurrent protection 50 A Ground fault monitoring SB3.0-1SP-US-41 Insulation monitoring: R > 600 kΩ Ground fault monitoring SB3.8-1SP-US-41 Insulation monitoring: R > 600 kΩ Ground fault monitoring SB5.0-1SP-US-41 Insulation monitoring: R > 600 kΩ...
SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Technical Data 0.3 Nm (2.65 in-lb) Screws for AC-out terminal block for AC con- nection Screws for DC-in terminal block for DC connec- 0.3 Nm (2.65 in-lb) tion 10.9 Data Storage Capacity Energy yields in the course of the day 63 days...
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by SMA Solar Technology AG may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. IC Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Contact 12 Contact If you have technical problems with our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. The following data is required in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Device type • Serial number •...
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