NEP BDM-600 Series Installation And Operation Manual
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Summary of Contents for NEP BDM-600 Series
- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual BDM-600x Microinverter (BDM-300x2 CEC Listing) Modified 05/18/2023 by JMB...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
5.3 Installer Registration---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 5.4 Homeowner Registration---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 5.5 Pre-Commissioning Setup--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 5.6 Create a Site on NEP Website-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16 5.7 Verify and Map Site----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17 5.8 Commission the Gateway and Confirm Site Setup-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17 5.9 Grant Homeowner Access to Module View (Optional)---------------------------------------------------------------------------18 6. - Page 3 7.4 Installing a Replacement BDM-600x-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20 8. Data Sheets------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21 9. WARRANTY AND PRODUCTION INFORMATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 What does this warranty cover and how long does it last?-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 What will NEP do?------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22 How do you get service?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22 What does this warranty not cover?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23 Disclaimer Product----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23...
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Page 4: Company Profile
180W to 2000W, and industry leading Rapid Shutdown Devices (RSD). Our field deployment results have demonstrated the high efficiency and reliability of NEP solar inverters. At NEP, we are committed to developing Clean, Reliable, Affordable, and Efficient products for our customers worldwide. -
Page 5: Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Prefix We hope that our products will meet your needs for renewable energy. We highly value your feedback regarding our products and would greatly appreciate any comments you may have. Thank you for your business, and please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. 1.2 Standards Compliance The --------------- complies with the NEC 2014 and NEC 2017 article 690.12, and CEC 2015 section 64-218. -
Page 6: Safety Instruction
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTION WARNING: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION. ANY DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT DUE TO NOT FOLLOWING THIS MANUAL IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTEE. ALL THE INSTALLATION SHOULD BE DONE BY CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT NOTHING INSIDE THE PRODUCT SHOULD BE MODIFIED, ASIDE FROM THE CABLE CONNECTORS. -
Page 7: Fcc Compliance
3. FCC COMPLIANCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 8: Installation
● Because the NEP Limited Warranty does not cover "acts of God" such as lightning strikes, and given that these strikes can occur anywhere, it is recommended to install surge protection as part of any solar installation. Any... -
Page 9: Installation Procedure
4.4 Installation Procedure WARNING: : DO NOT CONNECT BDM-600x TO THE UTILITY GRID OR ENERGIZE THE AC CIRCUIT(S) UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL OF THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES AS DESCRIBED IN THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS. Installing the BDM-600x Micro inverter System involves several key steps: ●... -
Page 10: Install The Ac Branch Circuit Junction Box
4. 5 Install the AC Branch Circuit Junction Box ● Measure service entrance conductors to confirm AC service at the site. Acceptable ranges are shown in the table below: BDM-600x-240A & BDM-600x-208A (North America) BDM-600x-AU (Australia and New Zealand) BDM-600x-EU (Europe) ●... -
Page 11: Attach Bdm-600X To The Racking
Attach BDM-600x to the Racking ● Mark the approximate center points between your modules as a mark for where to mount your microinverters. WARNING: ALLOW A MINIMUM OF 2.75 INCHES BETWEEN THE TOP OF THE ROOF AND THE BOTTOM OF BDM-600x. WE ALSO RECOMMEND THAT YOU ALLOW .50 INCHES BETWEEN THE BACK OF THE PV MODULE AND THE TOP OF BDM-600x. -
Page 12: Ground The System
WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF BDM-600x IN AN AC BRANCH CIRCUIT, AS DISPLAYED ON THE UNIT-RATING LABEL. For 12AWG trunk cable, EACH BDM-600x AC BRANCH CIRCUIT MUST BE SOURCED FROM A DEDICATED BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTED BY A 20A MAXIMUM BREAKER. WARNING: MAKE SURE PROTECTIVE END CAPS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON ALL UNUSED AC CONNECTORS. -
Page 13: Commissioning
5. Commissioning WARNING: CONNECT BDM-600x TO THE ELECTRICAL UTILITY GRID ONLY AFTER RECEIVING PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE UTILITY COMPANY. WARNING: BE AWARE THAT ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL CAN CONNECT BDM-600x TO THE ELECTRICAL UTILITY GRID. WARNING: ENSURE THAT ALL AC AND DC WIRING IS CORRECT. ENSURE THAT NONE OF THE AC AND DC WIRES IS PINCHED OR DAMAGED. -
Page 14: B Using Usb Barcode Scanner
● NEP offers a barcode scanner that can simplify the process of inputting serial numbers. To use the scanner, plug it into the gateway's USB port and navigate to the COM ID screen as in section 6.1.A. Scan the barcode of the desired module into the Inverter1 cell, and repeat until all serial numbers have been input. -
Page 15: Installer Registration
We recommend providing as much detail as possible to help us better understand your needs. ● Once you have registered, please contact NEP Support via email at support@northernep.com or by calling (888) 598-9901 to have your account upgraded to an installer account. This will allow you to access additional features and resources to help you better manage your NEP products. -
Page 16: Create A Site On Nep Website
5.6 Create a Site on NEP Website ● Access your installer account on the NEP website at https://user.nepviewer.com/pv_manager/login.php using your registered email and log in to your account. Then, click on the "Add Site" button to create a new site. -
Page 17: Verify And Map Site
5.7 Verify and Map Site ● Once you have confirmed the creation of the site on the NEP website, navigate to your dashboard where you should be able to see it. ● Click on the site to access its information and then click on "Open Viewer." The site's production data should now be visible on the first page. -
Page 18: Operating Instructions
6. Operating Instructions When DC voltage from the module is applied, the BDM-600x is powered on automatically. Once sufficient DC power is applied, the status LED will begin to flash, indicating that the BDM-600x is live. 6.1 Status: Standby ● The LED light will turn on for 2 seconds and then turn off for 2 seconds. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
7. TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE BDM-600x; IT CONTAINS NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS. IF TROUBLESHOOTING METHODS FAIL, PLEASE RETURN THE BDM-600x/400 TO YOUR DISTRIBUTOR FOR MAINTENANCE. WARNING: NEVER DISCONNECT THE DC WIRE CONNECTORS UNDER LOAD. ENSURE THAT NO CURRENT IS FLOWING IN THE DC WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTING. -
Page 20: Disconnecting A Bdm-600X From The Pv Module
7.3 Disconnecting a BDM-600x from the PV Module To safely disconnect the BDM-600x from the PV modules, follow these steps in order: ● Turn off the AC power by opening the branch circuit breaker. ● Disconnect the first AC connector in the branch circuit. ●... -
Page 21: Data Sheets
8. Data Sheets Modified 05/18/2023 by JMB... -
Page 22: Warranty And Production Information
9. WARRANTY AND PRODUCTION INFORMATION Modified 05/18/2023 by JMB...
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