Software Licenses • It is prohibited to use data contained in firmware or software developed by SUNGROW, in part or in full, for commercial purposes by any means. • It is prohibited to perform reverse engineering, cracking, or any other operations that...
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• Read through this manual carefully and have a good understanding of the relevant safety instructions; • Be familiar with applicable local standards and relevant safety regulations on electrical systems. How to Use This Manual Read through this manual carefully before using the product, and keep it properly in an easy-to-reach place.
All work should be carried out considering the actual situation on the site. • SUNGROW shall not be held liable for damages caused by violation of safe operation requirements, general safety standards, and safety instructions in this manual.
1 Safety Instructions User Manual General Safety Instructions Compliance with Laws and Regulations All work, including transport, storage, installation, operation, use, and mainte- nance, should be done in compliance with the local laws, regulations, standards, and specifications. Personnel Requirements Persons who perform operations on the device must meet the following requirements: •...
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User Manual 1 Safety Instructions Wear specialized personal protective equipment during the process of operation, such as protective clothing, insulated shoes, goggles, safety helmets, and safety gloves. Personnel except for those who perform operations on the device should stay away from the device. Tools Requirements •...
1 Safety Instructions User Manual When installing the device, ensure the foundation is solid and stable and has a load-bearing capacity up to the requirements of the device. Do not perform any operation on the product (including but not limited to, handling, installing, powering on, and maintaining the product, performing electrical connec- tion, and working at heights) in harsh weather conditions, such as thunder and lightning, rain, snow, and Level 6 or stronger winds.
• Check if the safety signs, warning labels, and the nameplate on the product are all legible. In case of any problem with the above-mentioned inspection items, contact SUNGROW in time. Installation Safety During installation, do not perform any operation on the device when it is powered on.
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1 Safety Instructions User Manual Pre-installation • Upon receiving the product, be sure to inspect it for damages. Contact SUN- GROW or the transport company immediately in case of anything abnormal. • Be sure to have a good understanding of the safety instructions in this manual before performing any operation on the product.
User Manual 1 Safety Instructions Electrical Safety Improper wiring may result in personal injuries. Operators responsible for electrical wiring must read through the safety instructions carefully before proceeding with this work. Before carrying out electrical connection: • Make sure the product is not damaged; otherwise, it may lead to danger. •...
1 Safety Instructions User Manual • Electrical connection must be performed by qualified personnel. • All work related to wiring must be conducted in compliance with the applicable local laws and regulations of the country/region. • Please observe the warning signs on the device, and perform operations by strictly following the corresponding safety instructions.
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Power off the device before proceeding with maintenance. • Repair of the device can only be performed by SUNGROW's service team or qualified personnel. • Users are forbidden from performing repair and maintenance or replacing mod- ules by themselves.
• To minimize the risk of electric shocks, do not perform maintenance operations that are not specified in this manual. If needed, please contact SUNGROW for maintenance and repair services. Otherwise, damages caused therefrom will not be covered by the warranty.
Built-in PLC communication, communication and management of string inverters without cable routing Safe and reliable • Equipped with electrical isolation and SPD protection, steady and reliable communication • Ingress of protection IP65, long-term reliable outdoor operation Dimensions The external dimensions of COM100A are shown in the following figure.
Mechanical Installation Installation Notices Before installing the device, read through the “General Safety Instructions” first and ensure the requirements listed therein, as well as requirements mentioned in "Installation Safety", are all met. During installation, do not perform any operation on the device when it is powered on.
SUNGROW. Location Requirements • With the ingress of protection IP65, COM100A can be installed both indoors and outdoors (more commonly). • Ambient temperature: -25℃ to +60℃; and ambient humidity: ≤ 95%. Excessive moisture can damage internal components.
Tilting or falling of the device due to inappropriate processing can cause personal injury! 3.4.1 Wall Mounting The installation dimensions of mounting ears on the back of COM100A are shown in the following figure. step 1 Mark the hole locations on the installation wall according to the foregoing installation dimensions and drill holes on the marked locations according to bolt specifications.
1 Construct the foundation according to the exterior dimensions of COM100A. step 2 Pre-embed the foundation bolts in the four foundation corners, where the bolts are of M10. step 3 Secure the mounting holes on bottom of COM100A to the foundation, where the fastening torque is 37±3N.m.
The installation steps are as follows: step 1 Fasten the mounting ears of COM100A onto the brackets by using the matching screw combinations, as shown in the figure below. step 2 Fix the brackets and the clamps by using the nuts.
Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Notices Before performing electrical connection, read through the “General Safety Instructions” first and ensure the requirements listed therein, as well as requirements mentioned in "Electrical Safety", are all met. Before carrying out electrical connection: • Make sure the product is not damaged; otherwise, it may lead to danger. •...
User Manual 4 Electrical Connection Waterproof Terminal Description Description Mark Waterproof terminals for optical Optical fiber ports fibers Grounding waterproof terminal Waterproof terminals for RS485 RS485 communication cables Waterproof terminal for PLC Input AC 400V/480V/540V/800V communication cables Waterproof terminal for AC 220V Input AC220V power cables Note: The voltage level indicated by D* is for reference only.
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4 Electrical Connection User Manual Internal components may differ as per selected product module. For details, refer to the actually received product. Recommended Cable Description Source Specification 2 x (0.75~1.5) mm Beyond the scope of RS485 communication outdoor ultraviolet delivery terminal protection STP PLC1 terminal...
1 Open the cabinet. Unlock the door with the specific key, as shown in the following figure. step 2 Open the upstream input switch of COM100A, and turn the power switch inside COM100A to the "OFF" position to ensure COM100A is voltage-free.
On site, connect both grounding terminals reliably. Preparation before Installation • Prepare the grounding cable. • Strip the cable and crimp the OT terminal. 4.5.1.1 Cooper Bar Grounding Position Description The grounding copper bar is located inside COM100A, as shown in the figure below.
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Wiring Steps step 1 Unscrew the waterproof terminal “ ” at the bottom of COM100A. step 2 Connect the yellow-green grounding cable led from outside to the grounding copper bar inside COM100A through the internal waterproof terminal “ ”. Definition Remark It has been installed on the copper bar before delivery.
- - End 4.5.1.2 PE Point Grounding Position Description The external PE point of COM100A is shown by A in the figure below. Wiring Steps Anchor the prepared OT terminal to the grounding hole with M6 x 14 bolt assembly, where the fastening torque is 7.5±0.5N·m.
Wiring Steps step 1 Unscrew the "RS485" waterproof terminal at the bottom of COM100A. step 2 Connect the RS485 cable led from outside to the communication terminal inside COM100A through the "RS485" communication terminal. step 3 Strip the cable jacket with a wire stripper.
1 Unscrew the waterproof terminal "Optical fiber ports", and lead the optical fibre through the terminal. step 2 Splice the optical fibre inside the splice box. For details, contact SUNGROW. step 3 Screw the waterproof terminal "Optical fiber ports". - - End 4.5.4 AC 220V Connection...
User Manual 4 Electrical Connection step 5 Screw the waterproof terminal "Input AC220V". - - End 4.5.5 PLC Port Connection Wiring Diagram COM100 can be connected to double-split transformer or double-winding transformer, as shown in the figures below. figure 4-1 Connection to double-winding transformer...
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4 Electrical Connection User Manual figure 4-2 Connection to double-split transformer Preparation before Installation Before wiring, ensure that upstream AC switches and circuit breakers inside COM100 are all disconnected. Installation Steps step 1 Unscrew the waterproof terminal "Input AC 400V/480V/540V/800V" at the bottom of COM100, and lead external AC cable through the terminal.
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User Manual 4 Electrical Connection step 4 Connect the cable to corresponding terminal. figure 4-3 Three-phase three-wire connection...
4 Electrical Connection User Manual figure 4-4 Three-phase four-wire connection step 5 Check the cable for correct connection, and then secure it with screw, where the fastening torque is 5.5N·m. - - End The parameters of the transformer side circuit breaker need to be selected in combination with the short-circuit current of the transformer.
Commissioning Steps Description Item Connect the input-side circuit breaker of the PLC inside COM100A. Connect the control switch of 220V power supply. Check whether the switch and 24V switch-mode power supply operate normally. Observe running indicators of Logger3000. If the PWR indicator keeps steady on,...
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Description Item Connect PC to the Ethernet port of the switch inside COM100A by using a network cable. IP of the Ethernet port is 13.13.13.13 by default. Set IP of the PC, which should be in the same network segment as that of the ETH2 port of the Logger3000.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance Notices Before maintenance, read through the “General Safety Instructions” first and ensure the re- quirements listed therein, as well as requirements mentioned in "Maintenance Safety", are all met. Risk of personal injury or device damage due to improper maintenance! •...
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D8 flickers green. If not, PLC are abnormal. the modules are abnormal. If the fault persists, please contact 5. Other causes SUNGROW. 1. There are repeated 1. Check whether there are device addresses in repeated device addresses. According to the the PV array.
• The customer shall give SUNGROW a reasonable period to repair the faulty device. Exclusion of Liability In the following circumstances, SUNGROW has the right to refuse to honor the quality guarantee: • The free warranty period for the whole machine/components has expired.
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User Manual 8 Appendix B: General Information • Serial number of the device • Fault code/name • Brief description of the problem For detailed contact information, please visit: https://en.sungrowpower.com/contactUS...
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