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This user manual provides important instructions for DELTA grid-tie transformerless solar inverter. The product is designed, tested, verified, and certified according to international safety requirements, certifications, and standards but precautions must be observed when installing and operating the product.
Safety 1.2.2 Symbols This section describes the definition of the symbols in this manual. In order to prevent both personal injury and property damage, and to ensure long-term operation of the product, please read this section carefully and follow all the safety instructions while you use the product. DANGER! - This warning indicates an immediate hazard which will lead to death or serious injury.
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Safety INFORMATION - An exclamation mark enclosed in a double circle indicates additional important information is contained in the following section and the user should follow the instructions to prevent any hazards. DANGER : ELECTRICAL HAZARD!! - This warning indicates an immediate electrical hazard that unheeded can lead to death or serious injury.
The user manual is valid for the following device types: • M30A_231 This user manual must be followed during installation, operation, and maintenance. DELTA reserves the right to make modifications to the content and technical data in this user manual without prior notice.
④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ Figure 2-1: Components Table 2-1: Packing list M30A_231 Object Description Delta Solar Inverter 1 pc Solar inverter Wall mounting bracket 1 pc Mounting Bracket (Material: Aluminum/Thickness: 3mm) Important instructions for solar inverter. User Manual 1 pc Safety instructions should be followed during installation and maintenance.
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Introduction ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ Figure 2-2: Overview Table 2-2: Overview description Component Component Component Toggle Latch DC Switch SUB_1G module port (option) M50 cable gland for AC output Wi-Fi Antenna port (option) 1.1" cable gland for RS-485 DC input (H4) x 8 strings DC Covers...
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Introduction Figure 2-3 below, shows the certification and rating label. Table 2-3 defines the symbol markings on this label. Figure 2-3: Rating label Table 2-3: Rating label explanation Symbol Definition Danger to life through electric shock Potentially fatal voltage is applied to the inverter during operation. This voltage persists even 60 seconds after disconnection of the power supply.
Installation 3 Installation CAUTION ! - High temperature may result in derated power output, the unit should not be installed in direct sunlight. - Risk of injury when lifting the inverter or if it is dropped. WARNING ! - Do not install the unit near or on flammable surfaces. - Please mount the unit tightly on a solid / smooth surface.
Installation 3.1 Unboxing & Review The unpacking procedure is shown as Figure 3-1. The position of hook attachment for crane transporting is shown as Figure 3-2. Figure 3-1: Steps to unpacke the inverter...
Installation 3.2 Vertical wall mount Refer to Figures 3-4 to Figure 3-8. 1. Ensure the surface to which the unit is to be mounted is sufficiently strong enough to carry the weight of inverter. 2. Orient the wall bracket (Figure 3-4) horizontally (perpendicular to the floor). 3.
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Installation unit: mm Figure 3-4: Mounting bracket dimensions * Screw: M6 Required position of at least 8 screws for mounting bracket * Screw: M5 Figure 3-5 : Positions of mounting screws...
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Installation * Screw torque: 1 N • m Figure 3-6: Remove DC covers to expand DC inputs >200mm >200mm >300mm >300mm >300mm >500mm * >500mm * * Make sure it is high enough to have sufficient space for wiring. Figure 3-7: Separation distance of plural inverters Figure 3-8: Permitted and prohibited mounting positions...
Installation 3.3 Electrical Installation for AC Wiring DANGER : ELECTRICAL HAZARD!! - To avoid shock hazard during wiring, ensure any live grid connections are removed from the inverter. WARNING ! - Code compliance is the installer's responsibility. CAUTION : INVERTER AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR ! - Installation for AC plug must meet the local electrical code.
Installation 3.3.1 AC Grid Types and Connections ATTENTION The default AC Grid connection is 3Ø-3W. It can also connect 3Ø-4W with Neutral (N). The inverter will operate from the following grid connections without need of an external transformer: TNC system TNC-S system 230/400V 230/400V...
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Installation Follow the steps below to strip the wires before assembling the AC plug: • Strip the outer jacket from the cable for 70mm. • Strip 22 ± 2mm of insulation from all wires ends. 70 mm (MAX) 22±2 mm Conductor cross-section: Cu: 13.3 mm²...
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Installation For Cu AC wires: AC cables should be flexible unarmored multi-strand and with suitable ampacity. For Al AC wires: To make sure good conductivity, bi-metal sleeves must be used in conjunction with aluminum wires. (Shown as Figure 3-10) Figure 3-10 : Bi-metal sleeves NOTICE Extreme temperature rise at the clamping point If the contact resistance between the aluminum conductor and clamping point is too...
Installation 3.3.4 AC Wiring 1. The packing has two parts of AC Plug, please assemble it with recommended torque, and then rotate the plug to release part A & B. (Figure 3-11) 2. Insert the cable into Part A (AC gland), and fix the internal wires (tighten by Φ2.5mm wrench with 2.5 N ・...
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Installation Part B 13.3~25 mm² (6~4 AWG) * tighten torque: 2.5 N • m For 3P4W Power system : For 3P3W Power system : There are 5 wires that include There are 4 wires that include (L1、L2、L3、N) + PE (L1、L2、L3) + PE Figure 3-13 : AC wiring Figure 3-14 : Rotate the AC plug to fit...
Installation 3.4 Electrical Installation for DC Wiring DANGER : ELECTRICAL HAZARD!! - PV arrays convert sunlight into electric power with high DC voltage and high DC current which can cause dangerous electrical shock! - Use opaque material to cover the PV arrays before wiring or cabling. - Ensure the correct polarities are connected when DC cabling is applied.
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The polarities of DC wiring are divided into positive and negative, layout of the connectors is shown as Figure 3-16. ATTENTION - According to the regulations, when each group of DC input is configured as 3 strings, the external fuse is required. Please contact Delta dealers. MDFU-10-66-20-H4...
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Installation Figure 3-16: Location of H4 connectors to connect array wiring (DC) * Screw torque: 1 N • m Figure 3-17: Remove DC covers to expand DC inputs...
Installation 3.5 Equipment Grounding To ground the inverter, please crimp the grounding wire to ring terminal lug and fix it on the grounding point shown as Figure 3-18. * Screw: M5 Figure 3-18: Mount the equipment grounding...
Installation 3.6 Communication Module Connections The communication module of M30A_231 is shown in Figure 3-19. It provides VCC(12V), RS-485, dry contact, EPO, and digital input terminals for various applications, and it can be extended to ability to use Wi-Fi and Sub_1G. V1 x1 &...
Installation 3.6.1 Accessing the Communication Module The communication module consists of an assembly with a PCB and a plastic carrier. It is located in slot through the bottom of the chassis. It can be accessed from the chassis bottom outside. The carrier is fixed to the chassis by two self-retaining screws.
Installation 3.6.2 RS-485 Connection The pin definition for the RS-485 terminal block is shown in Table 3-3. - Pins 1 and 2 provide a 12VDC bus for use with accessories. (If use of the 12VDC bus is necessary, please set switch 1 to the ON position.) - Pins 3 and 5 are both connected to the DATA+ input.
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Installation Terminal Resistor 120Ω(1/2W) DATA+ to DATA- RS485/USB RS485/RS232 Figure 3-21: Multiinverter connection illustration Table 3-4: Bus Termination switch settings Switch 1 Terminal Resistor ON Terminal Resistor OFF...
Installation 3.6.3 EPO Function & Digital Input The communication Module has an emergency power off function (EPO). Users can customize EPO function in APP or Delta Solar System (DSS). COMM. card V1 K0 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 Figure 3-20: EPO and digital input function terminal block Once enabled, the EPO function can be used to turn off the inverter through the relayless contacts connected to terminals [V1 &...
Installation 3.6.4 Dry Contact Connection M30A_231 provides 2 sets of dry contacts, which can be used to control external devices according to the operating status of the inverter. The terminal block for this function is shown in Figure 3-23. The terminals marked in the figure identify the dry contact connection.
Installation 3.6.5 Wi-Fi The communication module supports the inverter to communicate with devices (such as smartphones, tablets, etc.) via Wi-Fi (base WPA2-PSK). User can restart the function through the APP or DSS. There is an antenna for Wi-Fi in the package (item 8,Table 2-1), which must be mounted on the plastic carrier as the procedure below.
Installation 3.6.6 SUB_1G (option) The SUB_1G module consists of an assembly with a PCB, a plastic case, a signal cable, and an antenna. It should be installed on the right side of the chassis. 1. Secure the plastic case on the chassis with 2 M4 screws by following torque. 2.
Installation 3.7 On-Site Insulation Test If on-site insulation testing is required, make sure: 1. The DC switch is in the “OFF” position. 2. Place one probe in any DC connectors shown in Figure 3-26 and the other on the ground. DC Switch DC connectors Figure 3-26: Precautions for on-site insulation test...
Commissioning 4 Commissioning CAUTION : HOT SURFACES, DO NOT TOUCH! - Use care to avoid hot surfaces when operating the product! - Do not perform any task until the unit cools down or wear appropriate personal protective equipment. 4.1 LED Signals M30A_231 with 3 LEDs can visually display the status of the inverter, as shown in Figure 4-1.
Commissioning 4.2 Auto ID Commission The Auto ID function can set all inverter IDs at once by DSS (Delta Solar System) or DeltaSolar APP. - DSS Connect the inverter through RS-485 or Wi-Fi with computer. - APP Connect the inverter through Wi-Fi with mobile device.
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Commissioning 4.2.2 Scan inverter ① Click “Auto ID ”. ② Enter numbers of inverters. ③ Click “Scan Inverters”. ① ② ③ Figure 4-3: Steps of scanning inverters...
Commissioning 4.2.3 Set ID ① The serial number of the successfully scanned device will be displayed, the default ID can be changed. ② After ID setting is completed, click “Set ID”. ② ① Figure 4-4: Steps of ID setting...
Commissioning 4.2.4 Set Country ① Click to select the country of inverter. (For compliance with AS/NZS 4777.2:2020, please select from Region Australia A/B/C and NZ.) ② Click “Set Country”. ① ② Figure 4-5: Steps of country setting...
Commissioning 4.3 Delta Function Setting Delta offers two setting tools: DSS (Delta Solar System Software) and APP (DeltaSolar) Function Active power control Q(U) control (volt-var control) P-F control (watt-frequecy control) Q by night(Q setting 24/7) P(U) control (volt-watt control) Anti-PID Fixed cosφ...
5 Maintenance Regular maintenance can ensure that the inverter maintains great performance. DELTA recommends that the unit should be inspected at least every 6 months. The maintenance frequency should be adjustable, depending on the sit environment, different seasons and weather effects.
Maintenance Figure 5-2: To secure door by hexagon driver 5.1.2 Close Door ATTENTION - Due to corrosion of live parts, excessive moisture or dust in the inverter may cause accidental damage. Ensuring that the inner of the inverter is clean free from unreasonable pollution is important for long service operating systems.
Maintenance 5.2 Replacement of Surge Protection Devices (SPD) M30A_231 has Surge Protection Devices (SPD) for AC and DC wiring, which is located behind the protective cover and can be replaced if damaged. AC SPD DC SPD Figure 5-3: Location of AC and DC SPD board AC SPD DC SPD Figure 5-4: AC and DC SPD module...
Maintenance 5.2.1 Replace AC SPD 1. Turn off the AC and DC power, and wait until the LED indicators turns off. 2. Follow Section 5.1.1 to open the door. 3. Loosen the screw and remove protective cover. 4. Loosen 3 screws, remove wires and disconnect signal cable to take off AC SPD. 5.
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Maintenance * Screw torque: 0.8 N•m Figure 5-6: Remove wirings as connectors of AC SPD...
Maintenance 5.2.2 Replace DC SPD 1. Turn off the AC and DC power, and wait until the LED indicators turns off. 2. Follow Section 5.1.1 to open the door. 3. Slide open the protective cover. 4. Loosen 3 screws, remove wires and disconnect signal cable to take off DC SPD. 5.
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Maintenance FRONT * Screw torque: 0.8 N•m BACK Figure 5-8: Remove wirings as connectors of DC SPD...
Maintenance 5.3 Replacement of Internal Fan 1. Turn off the AC and DC power, and wait until the LED indicators turns off. 2. Follow Section 5.1.1 to open the door. 3. Disconnect the cable on the DC SPD board. 4. Loosen the screws and lift the fan cabinet. 5.
Maintenance 5.4 De-Commissioning If it is necessary to remove the inverter from active operation for maintenance or replacement, please follow the instructions below. DANGER : ELECTRICAL HAZARD!! To avoid serious injury, please follow the procedure below. CAUTION : HOT SURFACES, DO NOT TOUCH ! - Please be careful of hot surfaces if the inverter is just shutting down.
Error Message and Trouble Shooting 6 Error Message and Trouble Shooting While Delta Electronics endeavors to build electronic products with high reliability standards, there may still be situations where the inverter may not operate properly. In this case, please follow the instructions in the “Troubleshooting Guide”...
Error Message and Trouble Shooting 6.2 Fault Codes (Inverter Fault) Table 6-2A: Fault Codes (inverter fault) & Messages Message Description Action DC Injection Contact customer service for Utility waveform is abnormal technical support (F01,F02,F03,F04) Temperature The internal ambient temperature Check the installation ambient and High is over limit environment...
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Error Message and Trouble Shooting Table 6-2B: Fault Codes (inverter fault) & Messages Message Description Action DSP COMM Fault The internal communication Check the connection interface RS-485 (F23) connection is disconnected Ground Cur. 1. Check the insulation of Solar inputs Insulation problem of PV array High 2.
Error Message and Trouble Shooting Table 6-2C: Fault Codes (inverter fault) & Messages Message Description Action DC Current High DC current over range Restart inverter by DC switches (F60,F61,F70,F71) 1. Check the connection between external Ext COMM. Fault The external communication unit and COMM 2.
Technical Information 7 Technical Information Table 7-1A: Specifications Model M30A_231 DC Input Occasionally Max. Voltage 1100 V * Operating Voltage Range 200 - 1000 V MPP Voltage Range @ AC400V 480 - 900 V Start Voltage > 250 V Nominal DC Voltage 600 V Max.
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Technical Information Table 7-1B: Specifications Model M30A_231 Efficiency Peak Efficiency 98.6 % 98.2 % Euro Efficiency Information Communication Port RS-485 / SUB_1G (optional) / Wi-Fi (optional) Regulation IEC 62109-1/-2 IEC 62920 CNS 15426-1/-2 CNS 15382 VDE-AR-N 4105 VDE-AR-N 4110 EN/IEC 61000-6-1/-2 EN/IEC 61000-6-3/-4 General Data Operating Temp.
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Technical Information Efficiency Output voltage at 230Vac / 400Vac Efficiency(%) Pn=30kW 100% 480V 600V 800V 100% Output Power (%) Figure 7-1: Efficiency Curve...
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Technical Information Power Derating Curve with Ambient Temprature Output voltage at 230Vac / 400Vac PF=1 P/Pn(%) Pn=30kW 110% 100% 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 480V 50 % 600V 800V 900V 40 % 30 % 20 % Ambient Temperature (°C) Figure 7-2: Power Derating Curve with Ambient Temprature (PF=1)
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Technical Information Power Derating Curve with Ambient Temprature Output voltage at 230Vac / 400Vac PF=0.9 P/Pn(%) Pn=30kW 110% 100% 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 480V 50 % 600V 800V 900V 40 % 30 % 20 % Ambient Temperature (°C) Figure 7-3: Power Derating Curve with Ambient Temprature (PF=0.9)
Appendix Appendix: Assembly Note ① ② ③ ④ Appendix-1: Assembly Note-1 Location Screw torque Wi-Fi module cover 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N• m) Communication cover 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N• m) DC covers 10.2 kgf-cm (1N•m) SUB_1G case 10.2 kgf-cm (1N•m)
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Appendix ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ H4CFC4D-MS H4CMC4D-MS Appendix-2: Assembly Note-2 Location Screw torque Conductor cross-section Internal fan 2 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N•m) Internal fan 2 cover 6.0 kgf-cm (0.6N•m) Internal fan 1 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N•m) Internal fan 1 cover 6.0 kgf-cm (0.6N•m) H4 wire 12/10 AWG (4/6mm²)
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Appendix ① ① ② ② ⑤ ④ ③ ③ ④ Appendix-3: Assembly Note-3 NO Location Screw torque Conductor cross-section AC SPD cover 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N•m) AC SPD board 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N•m) DC SPD board 8.0 kgf-cm (0.8N•m) Communication port 20 AWG (0.5mm²) 6 AWG (13.3 mm ²...
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產品介紹 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ 圖 2-2 : 外觀 表 2-2 : 外觀介紹 Component Component Component Toggle Latch DC Switch SUB_1G module port (option) M50 cable gland for AC output Wi-Fi Antenna port (option) 1.1" cable gland for RS-485 DC input (H4) x 8 strings DC Covers...
試運行 4.2 自動ID設定 透過以下兩種軟體可以使用自動ID設定功能,一次設定所有變流器ID - DSS (Delta Solar System) 變流器可透過RS485接線或是Wi-Fi連接至電腦,使用DSS進行設定。 - DeltaSolar APP 變流器透過Wi-Fi連接行動裝置(智慧型手機、平板等),使用APP進行設定。 4.2.1 DSS連接 ① 選取欲設定的機種 ② 點擊 “RS485“ ③ 選取通訊端 (程式自動偵測) ④ 點擊 ② ① ④ ③ 圖 4-2 : DSS連接...
試運行 4.3 Delta功能設定 Delta 提供兩種機器設定方式 : DSS (Delta Solar System Software) 與 APP(MyDeltasSolar) 功能列表 Active power control Q(U) control (volt-var control) P-F control (watt-frequecy control) Q by night(Q setting 24/7) P(U) control (volt-watt control) Anti-PID Fixed cosφ Dry contact Fixed Q(%)
維護 5.2 更換雷擊保護裝置 (SPD) M30A_231在交流與直流端皆具有可更換的雷擊保護裝置,並以防護蓋遮蔽。 AC SPD DC SPD 圖 5-3 : 交流與直流側雷擊保護裝置位置 交流側 直流側 圖 5-4 : 交流與直流側的雷擊保護裝置 當APP或DSS出現故障訊息「W18- AC Surge」 或 「W17- DC Surge」時, 請 遵循以下步驟更換雷擊保護裝置。...
技術資料 7 技術資料 表 7-1A: 規格 Model M30A_231 直流輸入 1100 V * 最大輸入電壓 工作電壓範圍 200 - 1000 V @ AC400V 480 - 900 V MPP 電壓範圍 > 250 V 啟動電壓 600 V 輸入電壓 最大輸入電流 Each MPPT: 30 A, Total: 72 A 最大輸入功率...
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