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SMA SUNNY BOY 2500TL Single Tracker Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 PV Inverter SUNNY BOY 2500TL Single Tracker SUNNY BOY 3000TL Single Tracker Installation Manual SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110 | IMEN-SBTLST-21 | Version 1.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document..... . . 7 Validity ..........7 Target Audience .

  • Page 4: Setting The Country Standard And Display Language

    Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection ......30 Safety ..........30 Overview of the Connection Area .
  • Page 5 SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Opening and Closing......61 Safety ..........61 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 13.3 Protective Devices ........95 13.4...

  • Page 7: Information On This Document

    This document is for skilled workers. Only skilled workers are allowed to perform the tasks set forth in this document (see Section 2.2 "Qualification of Skilled Persons" (page 11)). 1.3 Additional Information Additional information is available at www.SMA.de/en. Title Document type Miniature Circuit-breaker...

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    Information on this Document SMA Solar Technology AG 1.4 Symbols Used The following types of safety precautions and general information appear in this document: DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 9 SMA Solar Technology AG Information on this Document 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 Protective Earth Protective conductor Photovoltaics...

  • Page 10: Safety

    For safety reasons, it is not permitted to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product. Only use the Sunny Boy in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation.

  • Page 11: Qualification Of Skilled Persons

    SMA Solar Technology AG Safety The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. • Read and adhere to the documentation. • Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference. 2.2 Qualification of Skilled Persons The tasks described in this document are intended for skilled persons only. Skilled persons must have the following qualifications: •...

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    Safety SMA Solar Technology AG 2.3 Safety Precautions DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter. High voltages that can result in electric shocks are present in the conductive components of the inverter. • Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect the inverter on the AC and DC sides (see Section 8.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources"...
  • Page 13 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 14: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of Delivery SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Scope of Delivery Check the delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your dealer if the delivery is incomplete or you find any damage. Object Quantity Description Sunny Boy Wall mounting bracket...

  • Page 15: Product Description

    SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description 4 Product Description 4.1 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. Position Designation Type label...

  • Page 16: Symbols On The Inverter

    This symbol defines the function of the blue LED. The blue LED indicates that communication via Bluetooth is activated. ® QR-Code * for SMA For information on the SMA bonus programme, bonus programme see www.SMA-Bonus.com. NOTICE, danger! Observe the connection requirements for the second protective conductor in Section 6.3.1 "Conditions for the AC Connection"...

  • Page 17: Type Label

    Model Device type The information on the type label is intended to help you use the inverter safely and receive better customer support from the SMA Service Line. The type label must be permanently attached to the inverter. Installation Manual...

  • Page 18: Symbols On The Type Label

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

  • Page 19: Display

    SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description Symbol Designation Explanation Australian mark of The inverter complies with the requirements of the conformity applicable Australian guidelines. 4.4 Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter (e.g. status, power, input voltage) as well as faults and disturbances.
  • Page 20 Bluetooth NetID, the set country standard and the display language. Telephone receiver Device disturbance present. Contact the SMA Service Line. Spanner Signifies a disturbance that can be resolved on-site. Bluetooth Bluetooth communication is enabled.
  • Page 21 SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description Symbol Designation Explanation Inverter ‒ Grid relay If the grid relay is closed, the inverter feeds power into the grid. If the grid relay is open, the inverter is disconnected from the electricity grid.

  • Page 22: Electronic Solar Switch

    Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4.5 Electronic Solar Switch The ESS is an optional DC load disconnect unit. The ESS prevents electric arcs from forming when you remove the DC connector. Position Designation Explanation Plug ‒ Safety precautions • Never operate the inverter without the lower enclosure sticker lid in place.

  • Page 23: Communication

    The inverter is equipped with a Bluetooth interface as standard. A multi-function relay and an additional communication interface (e.g. RS485) can be retrofitted. The inverter can communicate with special SMA communication products (e.g. data logger, software) or other inverters via the communication interfaces. You can only adjust the inverter's operating parameters using SMA communication products.

  • Page 24: Grid Management

    "Measured Values, Operating Parameters and Event Messages" and "Parameter Settings ‒ SUNNY BOY 2500TL / 3000TL Single Tracker SUNNY BOY 3000TL / 3600TL / 4000TL / 5000TL" at www.SMA.de/en in the "Technical Description" category for the respective inverter. 4.9 Varistors Varistors are voltage-dependent resistors that protect the inverter against overvoltage. The inverter is equipped with 2 thermally monitored varistors.

  • Page 25: Mounting

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5 Mounting 5.1 Safety DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosions. Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires. • Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials. • Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
  • Page 26 This prevents a reduction in inverter power as a result of high temperatures (details on temperature derating can be found in the Technical Information "Temperature Derating" at www.SMA.de/en). A fan is available as an accessory for connection to the inverter (see Section 14 "Accessories" (page 98)). SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110...

  • Page 27: Mounting The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5.3 Mounting the Inverter Supplementary 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. Use the wall mounting bracket as a drilling template and mark the positions of the drill holes.
  • Page 28 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 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. Carry the inverter using the recessed grips on the sides.
  • Page 29 SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting Optional Theft Protection To protect the inverter from theft, you can lock it to the wall mounting bracket with a padlock. The padlock must meet the following requirements: – Size: A: 6 mm … 8 mm diameter B: 23 mm …...

  • Page 30: Electrical Connection

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety NOTICE! 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's connection area with the lower enclosure lid open.
  • Page 31 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Position Description Enclosure opening for connecting the optional multi-function relay or additional fan kit or optional communication via RS485 Switch for temporarily changing the display language to English (for service purposes) Rotary switch for configuring Bluetooth communication...

  • Page 32: Connection To The Electricity Grid (Ac)

    100 mA or more. Further information on the use of a residual-current protective device can be found in the Technical Information "Criteria for Selecting an RCD" at www.SMA.de/en. Cable design Use Sunny Design version 2.0 or higher to dimension the conductor cross-section (see "Sunny Design"...
  • Page 33 For the maximum permissible fuse protection, see Section 13 "Technical Data" (page 92). For detailed information and examples of miniature circuit-breaker design, see the Technical Information "Miniature Circuit-Breaker" at www.SMA.de/en. DANGER! Danger to life due to fire.
  • Page 34 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG DANGER! 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 current from the inverter and the electricity grid can accumulate to overcurrents which are not detected by the miniature circuit-breaker.

  • Page 35: Connecting The Inverter To The Electricity Grid (Ac)

    1. Make sure that the line voltage lies within the permissible voltage range. The exact operating range of the inverter is specified in the operating parameters. The corresponding documents are available in the download area at www.SMA.de/en, in the "Technical Description" category of the respective inverter.
  • Page 36 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 7. For easy connection, loosen the display screw until the display can be raised. 8. Flip up the display until it clicks into place. 9. Undo the swivel nut of the AC cable gland and remove the filler-plug from the cable gland.
  • Page 37 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection NOTICE! Risk of fire when connecting 2 conductors to a single terminal If 2 conductors are connected to one terminal, a poor electrical contact can result in overheating or a risk of fire. • Never connect more than one conductor per terminal.

  • Page 38: Additional Earthing Of The Enclosure

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.3.3 Additional Earthing of the Enclosure If required in the installation country, you can use the earth terminal on the enclosure to connect a second protective conductor or as equipotential bonding. 1. Undo screw (A) half way. Use an Allen key (width across flats 4) for this.

  • Page 39: Assembling The Dc Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.4.2 Assembling the DC Connectors Prior to inverter connection, all PV display module connection cables must be equipped with the DC connectors supplied. Assemble the DC connectors as follows. Ensure the connectors have the correct polarity. The DC connectors are marked with the symbols "+"...
  • Page 40 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Result Measure ☑ If the stranded wire is not visible in the • Release the clamping bracket. To do so, chamber, the cable is not correctly insert a 3.5 mm screwdriver into the positioned.

  • Page 41: Opening The Dc Connector

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6.4.3 Opening the DC 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. 3. Carefully pull the DC connector apart.

  • Page 42: Connecting The Pv Array (Dc)

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4.4 Connecting the PV Array (DC) DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the PV array, switch off the miniature circuit-breaker and make sure that it cannot be reconnected.
  • Page 43 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 3. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into position. For details on how to release the DC connectors, see Section 8.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources"...
  • Page 44 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 position. 5. Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place.
  • Page 45 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 7. If an ESS is used, check it for wear as described in Section 9.3 "Checking the Electronic Solar Switch for Wear" (page 68) and reattach it firmly. NOTICE! ESS damage. If it is not connected correctly, the ESS can be damaged.

  • Page 46: Setting The Country Standard And Display Language

    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 47 To lock a data set, enter the digit sequence "54321" instead of the password into 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 48: Checking The Country Standard

    • Check whether the country standard is correct by tapping the display twice and viewing the display messages of the startup phase again. • Check that the country standard is correct using the "SMA grid guard" measuring channel via a communication product.
  • Page 49 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection (A) (B) Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection Retained Korean Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set Retained Portuguese Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set Retained Dutch Dependent on...
  • Page 50 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG (A) (B) Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection EN50438* Greek Various EU countries EN50438* Czech Various EU countries EN50438* Portuguese Various EU countries EN50438* Bulgarian Various EU countries EN50438* Polish Various...

  • Page 51: Setting The Country Standard And Language Using The Rotary Switch

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection (A) (B) Country data set Display language Grid Guard Country protection Off-Grid 50 Hz* Italian Flexible Off-Grid 50 Hz* Greek Flexible Off-Grid 50 Hz* Czech Flexible Setting in accordance with VDE-AR-N-4105 for PV plants ≤ 3.68 kVA (Germany) Setting in accordance with VDE-AR-N-4105 for PV plants >...

  • Page 52: Communication

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 2. Set the arrows on both rotary switches (A and B) to the required positions using a screwdriver (see table in Section 6.5.1 "Checking the Country Standard" (page 48)). To do this, use a screwdriver with a blade width of 2.5 mm.

  • Page 53: Setting The Bluetooth Netid

    The description of the installation and the electrical connection can be found in the installation manual of the multi-function relay. You can find detailed information on the configuration of the multi-function relay in the Technical Description "Multi-functional relay and OptiTrac Global Peak" at www.SMA.de/en. Installation Manual SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110...

  • Page 54: Commissioning

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Commissioning 7.1 Commissioning the Inverter 1. The following conditions must be fulfilled before commissioning: – Correct mounting (see Section 5.3) – Correct country setting (see Section 6.5.1). – AC cable is correctly connected (electricity grid) – Protective conductor is correctly connected (see Section 6.3.3) –...

  • Page 55: Display Messages During The Start Phase

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7.2 Display Messages during the Start Phase Illustrated display messages The display messages illustrated in this section serve as examples and depending on the country setting, may differ from the display messages of your inverter. • Firstly, the firmware version of the internal FW PACK XXXX HP XXXX processors appears in the text line.

  • Page 56: Self-Test In Accordance With Enel Guideline (Only For Italy)

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 7.3 Self-test in Accordance with ENEL Guideline (Only for Italy) 7.3.1 Starting the Self-Test You can start the self-test by tapping on the lower enclosure lid. The country setting of the inverter must be set to Italy (Enel-GUIDA) or a reconfiguration based on the Enel-GUIDA country data set before the self-test has been carried out.

  • Page 57: Test Sequence

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7.3.2 Test Sequence Note the values which are displayed during the test sequence. These values must be entered into a test report. The test results of the individual tests are displayed 3 times one after the other. During the test sequence, the inverter will not react to tapping.
  • Page 58 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Undervoltage Test The undervoltage test follows the overvoltage test and the inverter shows the adjacent display message for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the voltage limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The voltage limit is...

  • Page 59: Maximum Frequency

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Maximum Frequency The maximum frequency test follows the undervoltage test and the inverter shows the adjacent display message for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The frequency limit is...

  • Page 60: Aborting The Self-Test

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Minimum Frequency After the maximum frequency test, the minimum frequency test takes place and the inverter shows the display message on the right for 5 seconds. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter.

  • Page 61: Opening And Closing

    SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 8 Opening and Closing 8.1 Safety DANGER! 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 accidental or inadvertent re-connection.

  • Page 62: Disconnecting The Inverter From Voltage Sources

    Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 8.2 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 1. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against accidental or inadvertent re-connection. 2. If a multi-function relay is connected, disconnect its supply voltage and ensure that the device cannot be unintentionally or inadvertently reconnected.
  • Page 63 SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 7. 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 while doing this.
  • Page 64 Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 11. Loosen the screw on the display and flip the display up until it clicks into place. 12. Verify the absence of voltage in the multi-function relay to the protective conductor at all terminals.

  • Page 65: Closing The Inverter

    SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 8.3 Closing the Inverter 1. Check the DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them to the inverter. ☑ The DC connectors click audibly into position. For details on how to release the DC connectors, see Section 8.2 "Disconnecting the Inverter from...
  • Page 66 Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 5. If an external DC switch-disconnector is used, disconnect it. 6. If an ESS is used, check it for wear (see Section 9.3 "Checking the Electronic Solar Switch for Wear" (page 68)), and attach it firmly.

  • Page 67: Maintenance And Cleaning

    SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 9 Maintenance and Cleaning 9.1 Cleaning the Inverter If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure lid, the display and the LEDs with clear water and a cloth only. 9.2 Checking Heat Dissipation If the inverter regularly reduces its output due to excessive heat (temperature symbol on the display illuminates), this may be for one of the following reasons: •...

  • Page 68: Checking The Electronic Solar Switch For Wear

    1. Replace the ESS handle before attaching it again. burned out. Order the new ESS handle through the SMA Service Line (see Section 15 "Contact" (page 99)). 2. After replacing the ESS, commission the inverter again (see Section 7 "Commissioning"...

  • Page 69: Slot For Sd Card

    Slot for SD Card 10 Slot for SD Card The SD card is used to read in files, for instance, if after consulting the SMA Service Line you need to perform a firmware update. 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.de/en.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Troubleshooting 11.1 LED Signals kVAr kVArh MVArh Position Designation Status Explanation Green LED Glowing Operation Flashing Grid connection conditions are not yet met. Red LED Glowing Error Blue LED Glowing Bluetooth communication is activated. Flashing The inverter has been identified via Sunny Explorer by setting the "Find device"...

  • Page 71: Event Messages

    Enel-GUIDA (see Section 7.3 "Self-test in Accordance with ENEL Guideline (Only for Italy)" (page 56)). 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 72: Error Messages

    If the line voltage is within the tolerance range, yet this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110 Installation Manual...
  • Page 73 If the line voltage is continually within the tolerance range, and this error is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110...
  • Page 74 If there are repeated frequent fluctuations and this error occurs as a result, ask your network operator if it would be acceptable to change the operating parameters. Discuss the proposed parameters with the SMA Service Line. Grid fault The power frequency is not within the permissible range. The inverter disconnects from the electricity grid for safety reasons.
  • Page 75 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting Event no. Message Cause and corrective measures Waiting for grid There is no line voltage at the inverter's AC output. voltage Corrective measures: Grid failure • Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. Check fuse •...
  • Page 76 PV array. • If the voltage is within the permissible input voltage range, the inverter may be defective. Contact the SMA Service Line. Insulation resist. 3501 The inverter has detected an earth fault in the PV array and does not connect to the electricity grid for safety reasons.
  • Page 77 Self diagnosis Internal device fault. The inverter interrupts the feed-in operation. 6438 Interference device Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 15 "Contact" (page 99)). 6501 - Self diagnosis The inverter interrupts the feed-in operation due to excessive 6502 internal temperature.
  • Page 78 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 15 "Contact" (page 99)). 6801 - Self diagnosis Inverter input A is defective.
  • Page 79 Data stor. not poss. Internal device fault, the inverter continues feeding into the 7201 - 7202 electricity grid. Corrective measures: • If this fault occurs often, contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 15 "Contact" (page 99)). Update main CPU 7303 Internal device fault. The inverter continues feeding into the failed electricity grid.
  • Page 80 7703 grid. Interference device Corrective measures: • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 15 "Contact" (page 99)). 8001 Derating occurred The power supplied by the inverter has fallen below the nominal power due to excessive temperature for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 81 Cause and corrective measures Grid param. locked The current country data set is locked. 9003 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.

  • Page 82: Dc Current After Ac-Side Disconnection

    Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 11.4 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 83 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting ☑ An earth fault exists if the measured voltages are stable and the sum of the voltages from the positive terminal to the earth potential and from the negative terminal to the earth potential of a string is approximately equal to the voltage between the positive and negative terminals.

  • Page 84: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 11.6 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 85 4. Remove all varistors. If you do not receive 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 86 Measure ☑ There is a conductive connection. The varistor is functional. There is a different error in the inverter. • Contact the SMA Service Line (see Section 15 "Contact" (page 99)). ☑ There is no conductive The respective varistor is defective and must be replaced.
  • Page 87 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 8. Close and earth the inverter: – Attach one conical spring washer on each screw. Here, the grooved side of the conical spring washer must point to the screw head. – Attach the upper enclosure lid to the enclosure and tighten the centre lower screw halfway.

  • Page 88: 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 89 SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning 2. Undo the screws of the upper enclosure lid. Use an Allen key (width across flats 4) for this. 3. Pull the upper enclosure lid forwards to remove it. 4. Remove the two transport lids from the replacement device in the same manner.
  • Page 90 8. Commission the replacement device (see Section 7 "Commissioning" (page 54)). 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. SB25_30TLST_21-IA-IEN121110 Installation Manual...

  • Page 91: Packing The Inverter

    Dispose of the inverter at the end of its service life in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste which apply at the installation location at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA Solar Technology AG with shipping paid by sender, and labelled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG"...

  • Page 92: Technical Data

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13 Technical Data 13.1 DC/AC 13.1.1 Sunny Boy 2500TL Single Tracker DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 2 650 W Maximum input voltage* 750 V MPP voltage range 180 V … 500 V...

  • Page 93: Sunny Boy 3000Tl Single Tracker

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Connection phases Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664-1 * Depending on country setting Efficiency Maximum efficiency, η 97.0% European weighted efficiency, η 95.8% 13.1.2 Sunny Boy 3000TL Single Tracker DC Input Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1...

  • Page 94: General Data

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Operating range at AC power frequency 50 Hz 45 Hz … 55 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 60 Hz 55 Hz … 65 Hz Displacement power factor, adjustable … 0.8 overexcited underexcited...

  • Page 95: Protective Devices

    * C10/11 (05/2009): Only possible when the phase voltage is 230 V. 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. Installation Manual...

  • Page 96: Climatic Conditions

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13.5 Climatic Conditions According to 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 According to IEC 60721-3-2, transport type E, class 2K3 Temperature range −...

  • Page 97: Earthing Systems

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 13.9 Earthing Systems TN-C Suitable TN-S Suitable TN-C-S Suitable TT, if U < 15 V Suitable N_PE 13.10 Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users 250 events...

  • Page 98: Accessories

    SMA Solar Technology AG 14 Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview. If required, you can order them at SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialised dealer. Designation Brief description SMA order number...

  • Page 99: Contact

    SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 15 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, please 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 •...
  • Page 103 Legal Restrictions 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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