SMA SUNNY BOY 6000TL?US User Manual
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- Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY BOY 6000TL‑US ⁄ 7000TL‑US ⁄ 8000TL‑US ⁄ 9000TL‑US ⁄ 10000TL‑US ⁄ 11000TL‑US User Manual SB6-11TLUS-BA-eng-BUS121211 | TBUS-SB6-11TLUS | Version 1.1...
- Page 3 All such warranties are expressly disclaimed. Neither SMA America, LLC nor its distributors or dealers nor SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. nor its distributors or dealers shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages under any circumstances.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
A warning describes a hazard to equipment or personnel. It calls attention to a procedure or practice, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the SMA equipment and/or other equipment connected to the SMA equipment or personal injury. Symbol... - Page 5 SMA America, LLC Important Safety Instructions Markings on this product The following symbols are used as product markings with the following meanings. Symbol Description Beware of dangerous voltage The product works with high voltages. All work on the product must only be performed as described in the documentation of the product.
- Page 6 All installations must conform with the laws, regulations, codes and standards applicable in the jurisdiction of installation. SMA assumes no responsibility for the compliance or noncompliance with such laws or codes in connection with the installation of the product.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
SMA America, LLC Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document..... . . 9 Safety ......... 11 Intended Use. - Page 8 Table of Contents SMA America, LLC Compliance Information ......38 Contact ........39...
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Page 9: Information On This Document
• SB 9000TLUS-12 • SB 10000TLUS-10 • SB 10000TLUS-12 • SB 11000TLUS-12 Target Group This document is intended for end users. Additional Information Additional information is available at www.SMA-America.com. Typography Typography Usage Example: "light" • Display messages • The inverter switches to "Balanced"... - Page 10 SMA America, LLC Nomenclature The following nomenclature is used in this document: Complete designation Designation in this document SMA America, LLC SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. Sunny Boy Inverter/Sunny Boy 6000TL-US ⁄ 7000TL-US ⁄ 8000TL-US ⁄ 9000TL-US ⁄ 10000TL-US ⁄ 11000TL-US Abbreviations...
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Page 11: Safety
SMA America, LLC 2 Safety Safety 2.1 Intended Use The Sunny Boy is a PV inverter which converts the direct current of the PV array to alternating current and feeds it into the power distribution grid. Figure 1: Principle of a PV plant with Sunny Boy... -
Page 12: Safety Precautions
SMA America, LLC For safety reasons, it is forbidden to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly recommended for this product or distributed by SMA. The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. • Read and adhere to the documentation. -
Page 13: Product Description
SMA America, LLC 3 Product Description Product Description 3.1 Sunny Boy The Sunny Boy is a PV inverter which converts the direct current of the PV array to alternating current and feeds it into the power distribution grid. Figure 2: Sunny Boy design... -
Page 14: Symbols On The Inverter
3 Product Description SMA America, LLC Symbols on the inverter Symbol Description Explanation Tap symbol Indicates display operation (see Section 4). Green LED Indicates the operating state of the inverter (see Section 5.1). Red LED Indicates the status of the ground fault monitoring (see Section 5.1). -
Page 15: Type Labels
Inverter serial number Device-specific characteristics ‒ You require the information on the type label to use the inverter safely and for customer support at the SMA Service Line. The type label must be permanently affixed to the inverter. User Manual SB6-11TLUS-BA-eng-BUS121211... -
Page 16: Type Labels Of The Dc Disconnect
3 Product Description SMA America, LLC 3.2.2 Type Labels of the DC Disconnect The type labels provide a unique identification of the DC Disconnect. The type labels are on the right-hand side of the enclosure. Figure 4: Layout of the DC Disconnect type label... -
Page 17: Symbols On The Type Labels
DC Disconnect serial number You require the information on the type labels to use the DC Disconnect safely and for customer support at the SMA Service Line. The type labels must be permanently affixed to the DC Disconnect. Symbols on the type labels... -
Page 18: Dc Disconnect
3 Product Description SMA America, LLC 3.3 DC Disconnect The DC Disconnect safely disconnects the PV array from the inverter. Figure 6: DC Disconnect design Position Description Rotary switch Cover The DC Disconnect forms a conductive path between the PV array and the inverter. Actuating the DC Disconnect interrupts the flow of current and the DC cabling can be safely disconnected from the inverter. -
Page 19: Communication
The inverter can be fitted with a Piggy-Back to enable cable-based communication with special data capture devices or a PC with the relevant software (for information about supported communication products for communication via Piggy-Back, see www.SMA-America.com). 3.5 Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) ®,... -
Page 20: Operating The Display
4 Operating the Display SMA America, LLC Operating the Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter (e.g. status, power, input voltage) and errors or disturbances. The displayed operating data is updated every five seconds. The backlight shuts off automatically after two minutes. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 5.1 LED Signals The LEDs display the operating state of the inverter and indicate the messages in the display via various blink codes. Figure 7: Position of the LEDs Position Description Status Explanation Green LED Glowing Operation Indicates normal operation of the inverter. - Page 22 5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Position Description Status Explanation Goes out briefly Derating once per second At temperatures above +113°F (+45°C), the inverter continues to operate but reduces the power so as to protect the internal components from overheating. Corrective measures: •...
- Page 23 SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting Position Description Status Explanation Yellow LED Glowing Control system fault The inverter is no longer feeding into the power distribution grid. Corrective measures: • Contact installer. Blinking AFCI self-test The inverter is performing an AFCI self-test.
- Page 24 5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Position Description Status Explanation Glows for 5 s, High leakage current goes out for 3 s, The leakage current from the inverter and the blinks 6 times PV array is too high. Corrective measures: • Contact installer.
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Page 25: Measurement Channels
SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting 5.2 Measurement Channels The measured values of the inverter are shown on the display in the measurement channels. In addition, you can read out a variety of measurement channels and messages from the inverter using special communication devices (e.g. Sunny WebBox) or a PC with the relevant software (e.g. -
Page 26: Display Messages
The inverter has disconnected from the power distribution grid or is limiting its power to a defined value over a 10-minute average. The inverter is part of a three-phase system with two further inverters and is equipped with the SMA Power Balancer to prevent the formation of unbalanced loads. Derating... -
Page 27: Error Messages
SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting 5.3.2 Error Messages In the event of an error, the relevant messages are shown on the display and the backlight is activated. Each error message is displayed for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds, the display scrolls through the regular operation messages. - Page 28 5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Message Cause and corrective measures Derating The inverter reduces the output power due to high internal temperatures. Corrective measures: • Ensure that the inverter has sufficient ventilation. • Ensure that air can emerge from the fan guards. If no air is emerging from the fan guards, clean the fan guards (see Section 6.4).
- Page 29 SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause and corrective measures Error AFCI The inverter has detected an electric arc in the PV system. The inverter disconnects from the power distribution grid. As soon as the error is remedied , the inverter performs an AFCI test. If the AFCI test is unsuccessful, the inverter keeps restarting the AFCI test until it has been carried out successfully.
- Page 30 5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Message Cause and corrective measures IGBTs The inverter has detected a disturbance in the power electronics. The inverter disconnects from the power distribution grid. As soon as the error has been remedied, the inverter tries to feed into the power distribution grid again.
- Page 31 SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause and corrective measures REL_INV_OPEN A grid relay does not open. The inverter checks the relays connecting it to the power distribution grid before feeding power into the grid. REL_GRID_OPEN If the grid relays do not function properly, the inverter cannot connect to the power distrubution grid.
- Page 32 5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC Message Cause and corrective measures SD-Imax The inverter has detected an overcurrent on the AC side. The inverter disconnects from the power distribution grid. As soon as the error has been remedied, the inverter tries to feed into the power distribution grid again.
- Page 33 SMA America, LLC 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause and corrective measures VacL1-Bfr The DC input voltage is too high or too low on the indicated branch. VacL2-Bfr, The inverter disconnects from the power distribution grid. As soon as the error has been remedied, the inverter tries to feed into the power VacL1-Srr distribution grid again.
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Page 34: Resetting "Error Afci
5 Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC 5.3.3 Resetting "Error AFCI" If the yellow LED is permanently glowing and the message "Error AFCI" is displayed, an electric arc has been detected in the PV system. The AFCI has been tripped and operation of the inverter is permanently inhibited. -
Page 35: Cleaning And Care
SMA America, LLC 6 Cleaning and Care Cleaning and Care 6.1 Checking the Inverter • Ask the installer to check for correct inverter operation at regular intervals. • Check whether there is any externally visible damage to the inverter. If there is any externally visible damage to the inverter, contact the installer. -
Page 36: Cleaning The Inverter
6 Cleaning and Care SMA America, LLC 6.3 Cleaning the Inverter • If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure lid, the display, and the LEDs using only clean water and a cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents (e.g. solvents or abrasives). -
Page 37: Cleaning The Ventilation Grids
SMA America, LLC 6 Cleaning and Care 6.5 Cleaning the Ventilation Grids The ventilation grids must be clean for optimum heat dissipation of the device. Clean the ventilation grids regularly according to the following procedure. 1. Remove the ventilation grids sideways. -
Page 38: Compliance Information
• 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. The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SMA America, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. IC Compliance This device complies with Industry of Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). - Page 39 SMA America, LLC 8 Contact Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter device type • Inverter serial number •...
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