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  • Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY BOY 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL Installation Manual SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-20 | IMEN-SBXTL-21 | Version 2.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.8 Slot for Multi-Function Interface ......22 3.9 SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ....... 22 3.10 Grid Management.
  • Page 4 8.1 Changing the Plant Time and Plant Password ....61 8.2 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak ... . . 61...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents Sb30-50Tl-21-Ia-En-20

    14.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL ........
  • Page 6 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-20 Installation Manual...

  • Page 7: Information On This Manual

    1  Information on this Manual 1 Information on this Manual 1.1 Validity This manual applies to the following device types: • Sunny Boy 3000TL (SB 3000TL-21) • Sunny Boy 3600TL (SB 3600TL-21) • Sunny Boy 4000TL (SB 4000TL-21) • Sunny Boy 5000TL (SB 5000TL-21) 1.2 Target Group...

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    This symbol indicates the result of an action. Nomenclature The following nomenclature is used in this manual: Complete designation Designation in this manual Sunny Boy 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL Inverter Electronic Solar Switch ® SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology...
  • Page 9 SMA Solar Technology AG 1  Information on this Manual Abbreviations Abbreviation Designation Explanation Alternating Current ‒ Direct Current ‒ European Community ‒ Light-Emitting Diode ‒ Maximum Power Point ‒ NetID Network Identification Identification number for SMA Bluetooth network Mean Sea Level ‒...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Alternative uses, modifications to the Sunny Boy or the installation of component parts not expressly recommended or sold by SMA Solar Technology AG are not permitted. Persons with limited physical or mental abilities may only work on the Sunny Boy after due instruction and under constant supervision.

  • Page 11: Qualification Of Skilled Persons

    SMA Solar Technology AG 2  Safety Only use the Sunny Boy in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation. Any other use may result in personal injury or property damage. • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials.

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    Comply with local regulations for the earthing of the modules and the PV array. SMA Solar Technology AG recommends connecting the array frame and other electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction, and earthing them in order to ensure maximum protection for property and persons.

  • Page 13: Product Description

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description 3 Product Description 3.1 Sunny Boy The Sunny Boy is a PV inverter, which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid-compliant alternating current and feeds it into the electricity grid.

  • Page 14: Symbols On The Inverter

    This symbol defines the function of the blue LED. It indicates that communication via Bluetooth is activated. ® QR Code For information on the SMA Bonus Program, see SMA Bonus Program www.SMA-Bonus.com. Danger Observe the connection requirements for a second protective conductor (see Section 6.3.1 "Conditions for the AC Connection", page 33).

  • Page 15: Type Label

    Inverter serial number The information on the type label is intended to help you use the inverter safely and receive targeted customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must remain permanently attached to the inverter. Installation Manual...

  • Page 16: Symbols On The Type Label

    3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Symbols on the Type Label Symbol Description Explanation Danger to life due to high The product operates at high voltages. All voltages work on the product must be carried out by skilled persons only.

  • Page 17: Display

    SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description Symbol Description Explanation Certified safety The product is VDE-tested and complies with the requirements of the German Equipment and Product Safety Act. C-Tick The product complies with the requirements of the applicable Australian EMC standards.
  • Page 18 3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Item Description Explanation Output voltage/output The display alternately shows the output voltage and current the output current of the inverter. Inverter event number Event number of a device disturbance Input voltage/input current The display alternately shows the input voltage and the input current at one input of the inverter.
  • Page 19 SMA Solar Technology AG 3  Product Description Symbol Designation Explanation Temperature symbol The power of the inverter is limited due to excessive temperature. Power limitation The external active power limitation via plant control is active PV array This symbol represents a PV array with strings connected to two inputs on the inverter.

  • Page 20: Electronic Solar Switch

    3  Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 3.5 Electronic Solar Switch The ESS is a DC switch-disconnector. The ESS prevents the formation of electric arcs when the DC connector is pulled. Item Description Explanation Plug ‒ Safety precautions • Never operate the inverter without the lower enclosure sticker lid in place.

  • Page 21: Bluetooth

    The communication interface can either be retrofitted or installed ex works if specified in the corresponding order. You can only set the operating parameters of the inverter via SMA communication products. You can configure the country data set of the inverter via the two rotary switches in the inverter only prior to commissioning or within the first ten feed-in hours.

  • Page 22: Slot For Multi-Function Interface

    SMA OptiTrac ensures that the operating point of the inverter always coincides exactly with the MPP. In addition, with the aid of SMA OptiTrac Global Peak, the inverter can detect the presence of several maximum power points in the available operating range, such as may occur particularly with partially shaded PV strings.

  • Page 23: Grid Management

    SMA Grid Guard code (for information on how to change parameters, see communication product manual). You can obtain the SMA Grid Guard code from SMA Solar Technology AG (to apply for the SMA Grid Guard code, see certificate "Application...

  • Page 24: Unpacking

    4  Unpacking SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Unpacking 4.1 Scope of delivery Check the delivery for completeness and any visible external damage. Contact your specialist dealer if anything is damaged or missing. Object Quantity Description Sunny Boy Wall mounting bracket...

  • Page 25: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting 5 Mounting 5.1 Safety Danger to life due to fire or explosions • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials. • Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Mounting Location

    5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 5.2 Selecting the Mounting Location Take the following requirements into consideration when selecting the mounting location: • The mounting method and location must be suitable for the weight and size of the inverter (see Section 14 "Technical Data", page 92).
  • Page 27 SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting • Observe the recommended clearances to walls, other inverters or objects as depicted in the diagram to ensure adequate heat dissipation and to give you sufficient room to pull the ESS out. 1 0 0...

  • Page 28: Mounting The Inverter

    5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 5.3 Mounting the Inverter Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery): – 3 screws (diameter: at least 6 mm) – 3 wall plugs – 3 washers (external diameter: at least 18 mm) 1.
  • Page 29 SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Mounting 2. Drill the holes. 3. Attach the wall mounting bracket using appropriate screws (diameter min. 6 mm) and washers (outer diameter min. 18 mm). 4. Transport the inverter using the recessed grips on the sides.
  • Page 30 5  Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Optional Anti-Theft Protection To protect the inverter from theft, you can lock it to the wall mounting bracket using a padlock. The padlock must meet the following requirements: – Size: A: 6 mm … 8 mm diameter B: 23 mm …...

  • Page 31: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge. • Earth yourself before touching any components. 6.2 Overview of the Connection Area The following figure shows the inverter connection area with the lower enclosure lid open.
  • Page 32 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Item Description DC plug connectors for connecting the strings (input area A) Socket for connecting the ESS DC connectors for connecting the strings (input area B) Slot for connecting the multifunction interface (optional)

  • Page 33: Connection To The Electricity Mains (Ac)

    AC current, type of cable, type of routing, cable bundling, ambient temperature and maximum specified line losses (for calculation of line losses, see design software "Sunny Design" with software version 2.0 or higher at www.SMA-Solar.com). Cable requirements...
  • Page 34 Technical Data (see Section 14). You will find detailed information and examples for dimensioning of miniature circuit-breakers in the technical information "Miniature Circuit Breaker" at www.SMA-Solar.com. Danger to life due to fire When more than 1 inverter is connected in parallel to the same miniature circuit-breaker, the protective function of the miniature circuit-breaker is no longer guaranteed.
  • Page 35 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Danger to life due to fire When a generator (inverter) and a load are connected to the same miniature circuit-breaker, the protective function of the miniature circuit-breaker is no longer guaranteed. The currents from the inverter and the electricity grid can accumulate to form overcurrents which are not detected by the miniature circuit-breaker.

  • Page 36: Connecting The Inverter To The Electricity Mains (Ac)

    1. Make sure that the mains voltage is within the permissible voltage range. The exact operating range of the inverter is specified in the operating parameters. You will find this document in the download area at www.SMA-Solar.com in the "Technical Description" category of the given inverter.
  • Page 37 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6. For ease of connection, loosen the display screw until the display can be flipped up. 7. Flip the display up until it clicks into place. 8. Undo the swivel nut of the AC cable gland and remove the filler-plug from the cable gland.
  • Page 38 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Risk of fire when connecting two conductors to a single terminal If two conductors are connected to one terminal, this may result in a poor electrical contact which could pose a risk of overheating or fire.

  • Page 39: Additional Earthing Of The Enclosure

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6.3.3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure If required in the country of installation, you can use the earth terminal on the enclosure to connect a second protective conductor or as equipotential bonding. 1. Release screw (A) and conical spring washer (B) half-way.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) 6.4.1 Conditions for DC Connection The inverter has two input areas "A" and "B", each with its own MPP tracker. Two strings can be connected to each of the two input areas.

  • Page 41: Assembling The Dc Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection No mixed connections at input areas For instance, if the plus pole of a string is connected at input area A and the minus pole of the string at input area B, this comprises a mixed connection.
  • Page 42 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Procedure 1. Lead the stripped cable all the way into the DC connector. 2. Press the clamping bracket down until it audibly snaps into place. 3. Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned:...

  • Page 43: Disassembling The Dc Plug Connector

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 4. Push the swivel nut up to the thread and tighten (torque: 2 Nm). 6.4.3 Disassembling the DC Plug Connector 1. Unscrew the swivel nut. 2. To release the DC connector: Insert a 3.5 mm screwdriver into the snap slot on the side and lever it open.

  • Page 44: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the PV array, make sure that the miniature circuit-breaker is disconnected and cannot be reconnected.
  • Page 45 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 3. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. For information on how to release the DC connector (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources", page 63).
  • Page 46 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG – Insert the DC connectors with sealing plugs into the corresponding DC inputs on the inverter. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. 5. Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place.
  • Page 47 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Damage to the ESS • Plug the handle firmly onto the jack of the ESS. • The handle must be flush with the enclosure. • Make sure that the ESS is securely attached to the inverter.

  • Page 48: Setting The Country Standard And Display Language

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.5 Setting the Country Standard and Display Language The inverter can be configured for various countries. This can be done prior to commissioning via 2 rotary switches on the display or after commissioning by configuring the "CntrySet" or "Set country standard"...
  • Page 49 To lock a data set, enter the digit sequence "54321" instead of the password in the SMA Grid Guard code field. The data set can only be unlocked by entering a personal, 10-digit SMA Grid Guard code which is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 50: Checking The Country Standard

    • Check whether the country standard is correct by tapping the display twice and viewing the display messages of the start-up phase again. • Check that the country standard is correct using the "SMA grid guard" measuring channel via a communication product.
  • Page 51 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection retained Czech dependent on dependent on parameter set parameter set retained Korean dependent on dependent on parameter set parameter set retained Portuguese dependent on...
  • Page 52 6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection EN50438 English various EU countries EN50438 French various EU countries EN50438 Italian various EU countries EN50438 Spanish various EU countries EN50438 Greek various EU...
  • Page 53 SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection Customer Czech flexible Off-Grid 60 Hz English flexible Off-Grid 60 Hz German flexible Off-Grid 60 Hz French flexible Off-Grid 60 Hz Spanish flexible Off-Grid 60 Hz...

  • Page 54: Setting The Country Standard And Language Using The Rotary Switches

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.5.2 Setting the Country Standard and Language using the Rotary Switches 1. Disconnect the inverter from voltage sources and open it (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources", page 63). Danger to life due to high voltages in the event of electricity grid failure If you set the inverter to stand-alone grid operation "Off-Grid 50 Hz"/"Off-Grid 60 Hz", you are not...

  • Page 55: Communication

    SMA Solar Technology AG 6  Electrical Connection 6.6 Communication 6.6.1 Interface for Wireline Communication If you have ordered an inverter with an interface for wireline communication, the inverter will be delivered with the interface ready installed. A further option is to retrofit an interface for wireline communication at a later date (see Section 15 "Accessories", page 112).

  • Page 56: Setting The Bluetooth Netid

    6  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.6.2 Setting the Bluetooth NetID Communication with a communication product via Bluetooth is activated by default. Networking with other inverters via Bluetooth is deactivated by default. The following configuration settings are possible via a rotary switch (switch C):...

  • Page 57: Commissioning

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7.1 Commissioning the Inverter 1. The following conditions must be fulfilled before commissioning: – Correct mounting (see Section 5) – Correct country setting (see Section 6.5.1) – AC cable is correctly connected (electricity grid) –...

  • Page 58: Display Messages During The Start-Up Phase

    7  Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 7.2 Display Messages during the Start-up Phase Illustrated display messages The display messages illustrated in this section serve as examples and, depending on the country setting, may differ from the actual display messages on your inverter.

  • Page 59: Self-Test (Applies To Italy Only)

    SMA Solar Technology AG 7  Commissioning 7.3 Self-test (Applies to Italy Only) The self-test is only valid for inverters configured to the country data set CEI0-21 Int/CEI 0-21 Intern and commissioned in Italy. The Italian standard requires that all inverters feeding into the electricity grid perform a self-test in accordance with CEI 0-21.

  • Page 60: Abortion Of The Self-Test

    7  Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Example: Display messages for overvoltage test • Name of the test: Autotest (59.S1) 240.00V • Disconnection value: Valore di soglia con 230.00V • Normative value: Va. taratura 253.00V • Disconnection time: Tempo die intervento 0.2 s •...

  • Page 61: Configuration

    2. Change the plant time (see Sunny Explorer help). 8.2 Activating and Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak With partially shaded PV modules, you should activate SMA OptiTrac Global Peak and set the time interval for the inverter to optimise the MPP of the PV plant.

  • Page 62: Opening And Closing

    9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Opening and Closing 9.1 Safety Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Before opening the inverter, observe the following: • Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against reconnection.

  • Page 63: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 9.2 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 1. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against reconnection. 2. If a multi-function relay is connected, disconnect its supply voltage and ensure that it cannot be reconnected.
  • Page 64 9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 6. Release and disconnect all DC connectors. To do this, insert a flat-blade screwdriver (blade width: 3.5 mm) into one of the side slots and pull the DC connectors straight out. Do NOT PULL ON THE CABLE.
  • Page 65 SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 10. Loosen the screw on the display and flip the display up until it clicks into place. 11. Verify the absence of voltage in the multi-function relay against PE at all terminals. The maximum N L PE diameter of the test probe is 2 mm.

  • Page 66: Closing The Inverter

    9  Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 9.3 Closing the Inverter 1. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them to the inverter. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into place. To release the DC connectors (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources",...
  • Page 67 SMA Solar Technology AG 9  Opening and Closing 5. Check the ESS for wear (see Section 10.3 "Checking the Electronic Solar Switch for Wear", page 69). The ESS can be damaged if it is not connected correctly. • Plug the ESS in securely.

  • Page 68: Maintenance And Cleaning

    10  Maintenance and Cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Maintenance and Cleaning 10.1 Cleaning the Inverter Damage to the display by use of cleaning agents • If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure lid, the display and the LEDs using clean water and a cloth only.

  • Page 69: Checking The Electronic Solar Switch For Wear

    1. Replace the ESS handle before attaching it burned out. again. Order the new ESS handle through the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113). 2. After replacing the ESS, restart the inverter (see Section 7 "Commissioning", page 57).

  • Page 70: Slot For Sd Card

    The SD card is used to import files if you need to perform a firmware update after consulting the SMA Service Line. SMA Solar Technology AG will send you a file with the firmware update by e-mail or on an SD card, or will make the file available in the download area at www.SMA-Solar.com.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting 12 Troubleshooting 12.1 LED Signals kVAr kVArh MVArh Item Description Status Explanation Green LED Operation Flashing Grid connection conditions are not yet met. Red LED Fault Bluetooth communication is activated. Blue LED Flashing The inverter has been identified via Sunny Explorer by setting the "Find device"...

  • Page 72: Event Messages

    CEI 0-21 (see Section 7.3 "Self-test (Applies to Italy Only)", page 59). Inst. code valid The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid. The configured country data set is now unlocked and can be changed. If it is a Grid Guard-protected country data set, the unlocking is valid for a maximum of 10 feed-in hours.

  • Page 73: Error Messages

    If the mains voltage is within the tolerance range, yet this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-20...
  • Page 74 If the mains voltage is within the tolerance range, yet this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. System The 10-minute-average mains voltage is no longer within the disturbance permissible range.
  • Page 75 SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures System 401 ... The inverter is no longer in grid-parallel operation and has disturbance stopped feed-in for safety reasons. Corrective measures: • Check the grid connection for strong, short-term frequency variations.
  • Page 76 12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures Waiting for grid There is no mains voltage at the AC output of the inverter. voltage Corrective measures: Grid failure • Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
  • Page 77 SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures DC overvoltage 3401 ... The DC input voltage connected to the inverter is too high. The 3402 inverter interrupts feed-in operation. Disconnect Corrective measures: generator • Disconnect the inverter from the PV array immediately (see Section 9.2 "Disconnecting the...
  • Page 78 Self diagnosis 6001 ... Internal device fault. The inverter interrupts feed-in operation. 6438 Corrective measures: Interference device • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113) Self diagnosis 6501 ... The inverter interrupts feed-in operation due to interior 6502 overheating.
  • Page 79 A fault has occurred in the internal communication of the 6702 inverter. The inverter continues feeding into the electricity grid. Corrective measures: If this event occurs frequently: • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113) Self diagnosis 6801 ... Inverter input A is defective.
  • Page 80 Internal device fault, the inverter continues feeding into the module failed electricity grid. Corrective measures: Update Bluetooth 7307 failed • Re-try update. Update language 7311 • If this error occurs again, contact the SMA Service Line table failed (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113). SB30-50TL-21-IA-en-20 Installation Manual...
  • Page 81 7703 grid. Interference Corrective measures: device • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113) 8001 Derating occurred The power supplied by the inverter has been reduced to below nominal power for more than 10 minutes due to overheating.
  • Page 82 • Enter a valid SMA Grid Guard code. Grid param. 9003 The current country data set is locked. locked Corrective measures: • Enter a valid SMA Grid Guard code for changing the country data set. Changing grid 9005 This error can have the following causes: param. not •...

  • Page 83: Dc Current After Ac-Side Disconnection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting 12.4 DC Current after AC-side Disconnection In spite of the AC side having been disconnected, a current is still detectable in the DC cables with a current clamp. This is not an error but normal behaviour of the inverter when in operation.
  • Page 84 12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Result Measure ☑ You have detected an earth • The installer (electrically skilled person) of the fault. PV array must remedy the earth fault in the affected string before you reconnect the string to the inverter. You can determine the location of the earth fault using the illustration below.

  • Page 85: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    SMA Solar Technology AG 12  Troubleshooting 12.6 Checking the Function of the Varistors If the inverter displays the event number "7401", then one of the varistors is probably defective. Varistors are wear parts. Their functional efficiency diminishes with age or following repeated responses as a result of overvoltages.
  • Page 86 4. Remove all varistors. If you have not received an insertion tool for operating the terminals with your replacement varistors, contact SMA Solar Technology AG. 5. Use a multimeter to check each varistor for a conductive connection between terminals 2 and 3.
  • Page 87 Measure ☑ There is a conductive connection. The varistor is functional. There must be a different error in the inverter. • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 16 "Contact", page 113) ☑ There is no conductive The respective varistor is defective and must be connection.
  • Page 88 12  Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 8. Close and earth the inverter: – Place one conical spring washer over each screw. The grooved side of the conical spring washer must face the screw head. – Attach the upper enclosure lid to the enclosure and tighten the centre lower screw halfway.

  • Page 89: Decommissioning

    In the event of a fault, your inverter may need to be replaced. If this is the case, you will receive a replacement device fitted with an upper and lower transport lid. Prior to returning your inverter to SMA Solar Technology AG, you must replace the upper and lower enclosure lids of your inverter with the corresponding transport lids: 1.
  • Page 90 13  Decommissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 3. Pull the upper enclosure lid forwards to remove it. 4. Remove the two transport lids from the replacement device in the same manner. 5. Close and earth the replacement device: – Place one conical spring washer over each screw.

  • Page 91: Packing The Inverter

    8. Commission the replacement device (see Section 7 "Commissioning", page 57). 9. Now mount the two transport lids of the replacement device onto the defective inverter. ☑ You can now send the defective inverter back to SMA Solar Technology AG. 13.3 Packing the Inverter •...

  • Page 92: Technical Data

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 14 Technical Data 14.1 Sunny Boy 3000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 3,200 W Maximum input voltage* 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V … 500 V Rated input voltage...
  • Page 93 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data AC Output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 3,000 W Maximum apparent AC power 3,000 VA Rated grid voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range* 180 V ...

  • Page 94: Protective Devices

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Protective Devices DC reverse polarity protection short-circuit diode Input-side disconnection device Electronic Solar Switch DC overvoltage protection thermally monitored varistors AC short-circuit current capability current control Grid monitoring SMA Grid Guard 3 Maximum permissible fuse protection...
  • Page 95 EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special sticker be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.

  • Page 96: Earthing Systems

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC connection spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth as standard RS485, galvanically isolated optional Webconnect Data Module optional Multi-function relay optional Fan retrofit kit optional...

  • Page 97: Sunny Boy 3600Tl

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users 250 events Event messages for installers 250 events Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 97.0% European weighted efficiency, η...
  • Page 98 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG AC Output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 3,680 W Maximum apparent AC power 3,680 VA Rated grid voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range* 180 V ...
  • Page 99 EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special sticker be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 100 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Climatic conditions in accordance with IEC 60721-3-4, Installation Type C, Class 4K4H Extended temperature range − 25°C ... +60°C Extended humidity range 0% … 100% Extended air pressure range 79.5 kPa … 106 kPa...

  • Page 101: Data Storage Capacity

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Torques Upper enclosure lid screws 6.0 Nm Lower enclosure lid screws 2.0 Nm Additional earth terminal 6.0 Nm SUNCLIX swivel nut 2.0 Nm RS485 interface fastening screw 1.5 Nm Multi-function relay fastening screw 1.5 Nm...

  • Page 102: Sunny Boy 4000Tl

    14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 14.3 Sunny Boy 4000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 4,200 W Maximum input voltage* 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V … 500 V Rated input voltage 400 V...
  • Page 103 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data AC Output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 4,000 W Maximum apparent AC power 4,000 VA Rated grid voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range* 180 V ...
  • Page 104 EN 50438: Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special sticker be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 105 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Climatic conditions in accordance with IEC 60721-3-4, Installation Type C, Class 4K4H Extended temperature range − 25°C ... +60°C Extended humidity range 0% … 100% Extended air pressure range 79.5 kPa … 106 kPa...
  • Page 106 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Torques Upper enclosure lid screws 6.0 Nm Lower enclosure lid screws 2.0 Nm Additional earth terminal 6.0 Nm SUNCLIX swivel nut 2.0 Nm RS485 interface fastening screw 1.5 Nm Multi-function relay fastening screw 1.5 Nm...

  • Page 107: Sunny Boy 5000Tl

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data 14.4 Sunny Boy 5000TL DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 5,200 W Maximum input voltage* 750 V MPP voltage range 175 V … 500 V Rated input voltage 400 V...
  • Page 108 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG AC Output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 4,600 W Maximum apparent AC power* 5,000 VA Rated grid voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range** 180 V ...
  • Page 109 EN 50438: Does not apply to all country-standard deviations of EN 50438. RD 1669 and RD 661/2007: contact the SMA Service Line for restrictions in specific regions. NRS 97-1-2: This standard stipulates that a special sticker be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC-side disconnection of the inverter in the case of grid failure (for more details, see NRS 97-1-2, Sec.
  • Page 110 14  Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Climatic conditions in accordance with IEC 60721-3-4, Installation Type C, Class 4K4H Extended temperature range − 25°C ... +60°C Extended humidity range 0% … 100% Extended air pressure range 79.5 kPa … 106 kPa...
  • Page 111 SMA Solar Technology AG 14  Technical Data Torques Upper enclosure lid screws 6.0 Nm Lower enclosure lid screws 2.0 Nm Additional earth terminal 6.0 Nm SUNCLIX swivel nut 2.0 Nm RS485 interface fastening screw 1.5 Nm Multi-function relay fastening screw 1.5 Nm...

  • Page 112: Accessories

    SMA Solar Technology AG 15 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, you can order them from SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialised dealer. Description Brief description...

  • Page 113: Contact

    SMA Solar Technology AG 16  Contact 16 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We need the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 115 Legal Provisions The information contained in this document is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Publishing its content, either partially or in full, requires the written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any internal company copying of the document for the purposes of evaluating the product or its correct implementation is allowed and does not require permission.
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