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WB33-38-IA-IEN120940 | IME-WB3800 | Version 4.0
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  • Page 1 Wind Power Inverter WINDY BOY 3300 / 3800 Installation Manual WB33-38-IA-IEN120940 | IME-WB3800 | Version 4.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Manual......7 Validity ..........7 Target Audience .
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG Connection to the Electricity Grid (AC)....23 5.3.1 Conditions for AC Connection ........23 5.3.2...
  • Page 5 Windy Boy 3300 ........

  • Page 6: Wb33-38-Ia-Ien120940

    Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG Accessories ........76 Contact .

  • Page 7: Information On This Manual

    You will find further information on special topics, such as the design of a miniature circuit-breaker or the description of the operating parameters, in the download area at www.SMA.de/en. Please refer to the user manual provided for detailed information on operating the inverter.

  • Page 8: Symbols Used

    Information on this Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1.4 Symbols Used The following types of safety precautions and general information are used in this manual: DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Moreover, make sure that appropriate protective measures are in place to ensure that the maximum permissible input voltage is not exceeded. SMA Solar Technology AG offers you the necessary components, such as the Windy Boy Protection Box (overvoltage protection for wind power inverters including the rectifier).

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    • Do not touch the inverter enclosure during operation. Problems while performing the described activities If you have problems while performing any of the activities described in this manual, please contact SMA Solar Technology AG (see Section 13 "Contact" (page 77)). WB33-38-IA-IEN120940 Installation Manual...

  • Page 11: Explanation Of Symbols

    Messages During the Start-up Phase" (page 40)). ® QR-Code ** for SMA bonus programme You will find information on the SMA bonus programme at www.SMA-Bonus.com. * This function is valid as of firmware version 4.00. ** QR-Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.

  • Page 12: Symbols On The Type Label

    Safety SMA Solar Technology AG 2.3.2 Symbols on the Type Label Symbol Explanation Beware of dangerous electrical voltage. The inverter operates at high voltages. All work on the inverter must be carried out by a trained electrically skilled person only. Beware of hot surface.

  • Page 13: Unpacking

    SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 3 Unpacking 3.1 Scope of Delivery Check the delivery for completeness and for any visible external damage. Contact your dealer if anything is damaged or missing. Object Quantity Description Inverter Wall mounting bracket Ventilation grid (1 x left, 1 x right)

  • Page 14: Identifying The Inverter

    Unpacking SMA Solar Technology AG 3.2 Identifying the Inverter You can identify the inverter be means of the type label. The type label is located on the right-hand side of the enclosure. On the type label you will find the type (Type / Model) and the serial number (Serial No.) of the inverter.

  • Page 15: Assembly

    SMA Solar Technology AG Assembly 4 Assembly 4.1 Safety DANGER! Danger to life due to fire or explosion 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 16: Selecting The Mounting Location

    Assembly SMA Solar Technology AG 4.2 Selecting the Mounting Location Observe the following conditions for mounting: • The mounting method and location must be suitable for the weight and size of the inverter. • Mount on a solid surface. • The mounting location must be clear and safely accessible at all times without the use of additional aids such as scaffolding or lifting platforms.
  • Page 17 SMA Solar Technology AG Assembly • Observe minimum clearances to walls, other inverters or objects as shown in the diagram in order to guarantee adequate heat dissipation. Multiple inverters installed in areas with high ambient temperatures If necessary, increase the spacing between the individual inverters. In addition, make sure there is an adequate fresh-air supply to ensure sufficient cooling of the inverters.

  • Page 18: Mounting The Inverter Using The Wall Mounting Bracket

    Assembly SMA Solar Technology AG 4.3 Mounting the Inverter using the Wall Mounting Bracket CAUTION! Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the inverter. • Bear in mind that the inverter weighs approx. 38 kg 1. Use the wall mounting bracket as a drilling template and mark the positions of the drill holes.
  • Page 19 SMA Solar Technology AG Assembly 3. Attach the wall mounting bracket to the wall using suitable screws and washers. 4. Hook the inverter by its top mounting plates into the wall mounting bracket with both attachments of the wall bracket passing through the cutouts on the inverter.
  • Page 20 Assembly SMA Solar Technology AG 6. Secure the inverter in position by screwing the supplied M6 contact screw into the underside of the enclosure. Use the contact washer provided with the toothing facing towards the enclosure. Tighten the screw with a torque of approx. 5 Nm.

  • Page 21: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5 Electrical Connection 5.1 Safety NOTICE! Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge. • Earth yourself before touching a component. 5.2 Overview of the Connection Area 5.2.1 Exterior View...

  • Page 22: Interior View

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.2.2 Interior view The following figure shows the various components and connection areas of the open inverter. Object Description Slot and connection area for communication Jumper slot for fan test Flat male tab for earthing the cable shield with cable-bound communication...

  • Page 23: Connection To The Electricity Grid (Ac)

    Always comply with the connection requirements of your network operator. Cable sizing Use Sunny Design Version 2.0 or higher for sizing the conductor cross-sections (see Sunny Design program at www.SMA.de/en). The maximum cable lengths as a function of conductor cross-section are shown in the following table. Cable cross-section...
  • Page 24 Section 11 "Technical Data" (page 69). Detailed information and examples on the design of miniature circuit-breakers are available in the Technical Information "Miniature circuit-breakers" to be found in the download area of SMA Solar Technology AG at www.SMA.de/en. DANGER! Danger to life by fire.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Inverter To The Electricity Grid (Ac)

    1. Check that the line voltage is within the permissible voltage range. The exact operating range of the inverter is specified in the operating parameters. The relevant document can be found in the download area at www.SMA.de/en, in the "Technical Description" category of the respective inverter.
  • Page 26 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5. Pass the threaded sleeve (C) with the sealing ring over the AC cable. 6. Bend the AC cable The bending radius must be at least four times the cable diameter. 7. Shorten the cable.
  • Page 27 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 14. Screw the pressure screw (E) tightly onto the threaded sleeve (C). The pressure screw acts as a seal and to relieve strain. ☑ The AC connection socket is now assembled. 15. Close the bush insert with the protective cap provided if the inverter is not to be connected immediately.

  • Page 28: Connecting Additional Earthing

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.3.3 Connecting Additional Earthing If a second protective conductor, additional earthing or equipotential bonding is required, you can also earth the inverter on the enclosure. Overview of additional earthing Object Description Metal bracket on the bottom of the inverter enclosure...

  • Page 29: Setting The Display Language

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.4 Setting the Display Language You can set the display language using the rotary switches on the underside of the display assembly inside the inverter. For inverters configured to the Italian country standard DK 5940, different switch positions apply. You can see the standard to which the inverter was set upon delivery on the type label and on the included supplementary sheet with the default settings.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Small Wind Turbine System (Dc)

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.5 Connecting the Small Wind Turbine System (DC) 5.5.1 Conditions for DC connection • The connection cables of the small wind turbine system must be fitted with connectors. The DC connectors for the DC connection are included in the delivery.

  • Page 31: Assembling The Dc Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.5.2 Assembling the DC Connectors For connection to the inverter, all connection cables of the small wind turbine system must be fitted with the supplied DC connectors. Assemble the DC connectors as follows. Ensure the connectors have the correct polarity.
  • Page 32 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 3. Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned: Result What to do ☑ If the stranded wire is visible in the chamber • Proceed to step 4. of the clamping bracket, the cable is correctly positioned.

  • Page 33: Opening Dc Connectors

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.5.3 Opening DC Connectors 1. Unscrew the cable gland. 2. Release the DC connector. To do so, insert a screwdriver (blade width: 3.5 mm) into the lateral catch and lever it open. 3. Carefully pull the DC connector apart.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Small Wind Turbine System (Dc)

    Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.5.4 Connecting the Small Wind Turbine System (DC) DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter • Before connecting the small wind turbine system, ensure that it is not running. 1. Connect the assembled DC connectors to the inverter.
  • Page 35 SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection NOTICE! Risk of damage to the inverter by moisture penetration The inverter is only properly sealed when all the unused DC inputs are closed with DC plug connectors and sealing plugs: • DO NOT insert the sealing plugs DIRECTLY into the DC inputs on the inverter.

  • Page 36: Communication

    The inverter's active power can be limited or the displacement power factor cos φ can be set externally using the Power Reducer Box by SMA Solar Technology AG. You will find detailed information on active power limitation and on setting the displacement power factor cos φ in the technical description "Operating Parameters"...

  • Page 37: Setting To Stand-Alone Grid Operation

    SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.7.2 Setting to Stand-alone Grid Operation To operate the inverter in an stand-alone system with Sunny Island, you must set the inverter via the "Default" parameter to stand-alone grid operation ("OFF-Grid"). There are several ways of setting the inverter to stand-alone grid operation: •...

  • Page 38: Polynomial Curve

    • KI-Wind-Reg • T-Stop A description of the operating parameters is available in the download area at www.SMA.de/en in the category "Technical Description" of the respective inverter. The inverter regulates its output power according to the generator voltage. The following diagram shows the function of a typical polynomial curve in a WB 3300 / WB 3300-11 / WB 3800 / WB 3800-11.

  • Page 39: Commissioning

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 6 Commissioning 6.1 Commissioning the Inverter 1. Check the following requirements before commissioning: – Correct mounting and connection of the inverter. – Appropriately sized miniature circuit-breaker. – Correct earthing of the small wind turbine system in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer.

  • Page 40: Display Messages During The Start-Up Phase

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 6.2 Display Messages During the Start-up Phase • After commissioning, the inverter displays the SB xxx device type in the start-up phase. WRxxx Sunny Boy xxx WRxx • After 5 seconds or a further tap on the enclosure lid, the inverter displays the firmware version of the internal processors.

  • Page 41: Self-Test In Accordance With Dk 5940, Ed

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 6.3 Self-Test in Accordance with DK 5940, Ed. 2.2 (Applies to Italy Only) 6.3.1 Starting the Self-Test by Tapping You can start the check of the disconnection times by tapping on the enclosure lid. The prerequisite for this is that the inverter country setting has been set to Italy (IT/DK5940) or "trimmed". Proceed as follows for checking the disconnection times: 1.

  • Page 42: Completion Of The Self-Test

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 6.3.2 Completion of the Self-test Note the values which are displayed during the self-test. These values must be entered in a test report. The test results of the individual tests are displayed three times in succession. Each display message appears for 10 seconds.
  • Page 43 SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Undervoltage test After the overvoltage test, the inverter performs the undervoltage test. During the test sequence, the current calibration value of the voltage limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The voltage is increased step by step until the disconnection threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the electricity grid.

  • Page 44: Maximum Frequency

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Maximum frequency In the third step, the inverter tests the maximum frequency. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The frequency is reduced step by step until the disconnection threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the electricity grid.
  • Page 45 SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Minimum frequency Finally, the inverter tests the minimum frequency. During the test sequence, the frequency limit applied is shown in the display of the inverter. The frequency is increased step by step until the disconnection threshold is reached and the inverter disconnects from the electricity grid.

  • Page 46: Operating States Of The Inverter

    Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 6.4 Operating States of the Inverter Start-Up Procedure Providing that the inverter is supplied with sufficient voltage and power, the three LEDs on the inverter light up simultaneously, indicating that the start-up process is ongoing. As soon as the DC input voltage reaches the value configured for the parameter "Vpv-Start", the inverter triggers several self-tests, measuring procedures and synchronization with the electricity grid.

  • Page 47: Opening And Closing

    SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 7 Opening and Closing 7.1 Safety DANGER! Electric shock due to high voltages in the inverter. This can result in death or serious burns. Before opening the inverter, observe the following: • Ensure that no voltage is present on the AC side.

  • Page 48: Opening The Inverter

    Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 7.2 Opening the Inverter 1. Stop the small wind turbine system and secure against restarting. 2. Disconnect the miniature circuit-breaker and secure against accidental or inadvertent reconnection. 3. Use a current probe to make sure that no current is present in the DC cables.
  • Page 49 SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 7. Check whether all LEDs and the display have gone out. DANGER! Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter The capacitors in the inverter take 15 minutes to discharge. • Wait 15 minutes before opening the inverter.

  • Page 50: Closing The Inverter

    Opening and Closing SMA Solar Technology AG 7.3 Closing the Inverter 1. Attach the enclosure lid using the 4 screws and the conical spring washers with the toothing facing toward the enclosure lid. The screws must be tightened with approximately 6 Nm torque to ensure that the enclosure is sealed and the lid properly earthed.
  • Page 51 SMA Solar Technology AG Opening and Closing 5. Connect the AC plug. 6. Switch on the miniature circuit-breaker. 7. Check whether the inverter display and LEDs indicate a normal operating state (see Section 6 "Commissioning" (page 39)). ☑ The inverter is now closed and in operation.

  • Page 52: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Maintenance and cleaning 8.1 Cleaning the Inverter NOTICE! Damage to the display by use of cleaning agents • If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure lid, the display and the LEDs with clear water and a cloth only.

  • Page 53: Checking The Fans

    • Plug the provided jumper into the system control board. Setting Parameters 1. Request an installer password from the SMA Service Line (contact see page 77). 2. Set the "Fan Test" parameter to "1" in the installer mode. 3. Check the air-flow of the fan.
  • Page 54 Maintenance and cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG Plugging the Jumper The inverter recognizes the jumper only after a system restart (i.e. all LEDs must have gone out prior to restart). 1. Open the inverter as described in Section 7.2 "Opening the Inverter" (page 48).

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Ventilation Grids

    SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and cleaning 8.2.3 Cleaning the Ventilation Grids There are ventilation grids on each side of the inverter. The inverter takes cooling air in from underneath via the fan and blows it out again through the ventilation grids on the upper left side. To ensure adequate heat dissipation of the inverter, you only need to clean the left ventilation grid.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Do not try to carry out any repairs other than those described here. Instead, use SMA Solar Technology AG's 24-hour replacement service (the inverter will be ready for dispatch at the freight forwarder within 24 hours) and repair service.

  • Page 57: Error Messages

    – If the line voltage is permanently within the tolerance range and this error message is still displayed, contact the SMA Service Line. Bfr-Srr Internal measurement comparison fault or hardware defect. • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently. Installation Manual WB33-38-IA-IEN120940...
  • Page 58 EEPROM data is defective, the inverter has switched off because the loss of data has disabled important functions of the inverter. • Contact the SMA Service Line. EeRestore One of the duplicate records in the EEPROM is defective and has been restored without loss of data.
  • Page 59 Message Description / Remedial Action K1-Close Error during relay test. K1-Open • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently or several times in a row. MSD-Zac Internal measurement comparison fault or hardware defect. MSD-Vac • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently.
  • Page 60 System (DC)" (page 34). If the message is repeated, disconnect the inverter again and contact the SMA Service Line. Watchdog Internal disturbance of the program sequence. Watchdog Srr • Contact the SMA Service Line if this disturbance occurs frequently. WB33-38-IA-IEN120940 Installation Manual...
  • Page 61 • Check the grid impedance and the AC connection on the inverter. Use a cable with an adequate cross-section (= low impedance). Observe the relevant advice in Section 5.3 "Connection to the Electricity Grid (AC)" (page 23). • If this fault recurs, please contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual WB33-38-IA-IEN120940...

  • Page 62: Red Led Is Permanently On

    Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 9.3 Red LED is Permanently On If the red LED is permanently on during operation, this points either to an earth fault in the system or at least one of the overvoltage protection varistors being defective.
  • Page 63 SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 3. 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 plug connectors out. Take care NOT TO PULL ON THE CABLE.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG Result What to do The measured resistance is very small • Have the installer of the small wind (< 10 Ω ). turbine system eliminate the earth fault before reconnecting the system to the ☑ There is an earth fault in the small wind inverter.

  • Page 65: Checking The Function Of The Varistors

    B and C. Result What to do There is a conductive connection. There is presumably a different error in the inverter. 1. Close the inverter as described in Section 7.3 "Closing the Inverter" (page 50). 2. Contact the SMA Service Line. Installation Manual WB33-38-IA-IEN120940...
  • Page 66 The varistors are specially manufactured for use in the inverter and are not commercially available. You must order replacement varistors directly from SMA Solar Technology AG (see Section 13 "Contact" (page 77)). • For the replacement of the varistors, proceed to step 3.

  • Page 67: Decommissioning

    SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning 10 Decommissioning 10.1 Dismantling the Inverter 1. Open the enclosure lid as described in Section 7.2 "Opening the Inverter" (page 48). 2. Remove all cables from the inverter. 3. Close the inverter with the 4 screws and the corresponding conical spring washers.

  • Page 68: 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 site at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA Solar Technology AG with shipping paid by sender, and labelled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("For Disposal") (see Section 13 "Contact" (page 77)).

  • Page 69: Technical Data

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 11 Technical Data 11.1 DC/AC 11.1.1 Windy Boy 3300 DC input Turbine control Polynomial Curve Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 3 820 W Recommended generator power at 3 100 W 2 500 full-load hours per year...
  • Page 70 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG AC output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 3 300 W Maximum apparent AC power 3 600 VA Rated line voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range 180 V …...

  • Page 71: Windy Boy 3800

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 11.1.2 Windy Boy 3800 DC input Turbine control Polynomial Curve Maximum DC power at cos φ = 1 4 040 W Recommended generator power at 3 600 W 2 500 full-load hours per year Recommended generator power at...
  • Page 72 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG AC output Rated power at 230 V, 50 Hz 3 800 W Maximum apparent AC power 3 800 VA Rated line voltage 230 V AC nominal voltage 220 V / 230 V / 240 V AC voltage range 180 V …...

  • Page 73: General Data

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 11.2 General data Width x height x depth 450 mm x 350 mm x 236 mm Weight 38 kg Length x width x height of packaging 580 mm x 470 mm x 390 mm Transport weight 43.7 kg...

  • Page 74: Licences

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 11.4 Licences Country standard, as per 12/2011 VDE0126-1-1 ✓ ‒ ✓ ✓ ‒ ✓ VDE-AR-N 4105 ‒ ‒ ✓ ‒ ‒ ✓ VDE0126-1-1 / UTE C15-712-1 ‒ ‒ ✓ ‒ ‒ ✓ UTE C15-712-1 / EDF SEI req.

  • Page 75: Torques

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 11.7 Torques Enclosure lid screws 6.0 Nm Additional earthing screw 6.0 Nm Cheese-head screw for attaching enclosure to 6.0 Nm wall mounting bracket SUNCLIX swivel nut 2.0 Nm RS485 communication connection 1.5 Nm 11.8 Distribution systems...
  • Page 76 SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Accessories You will find the accessories and spare parts corresponding to your specific inverter in the following overview. If required, you can order these from SMA Solar Technology AG or your dealer. Designation Brief description SMA order number...
  • Page 77 SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 13 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 type • Inverter serial number •...
  • Page 79 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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