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  • Page 1 SUNSYS – B10 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 2: Before You Start

    The recipient of this document is granted only the personal right of use for the application indicated by SOCOMEC. Any reproduction, modification or distribution of this document, in part or in its entirety, or by any means is expressly prohibited without the express consent written Socomec.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................4 MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY ..................... 5 . GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...................... 7 INTALLATION INSTRUCTION ....................... 12 OPERATION OF PV INVERTER ..................... 22 INVERTER OPERATING STATUS ....................35 COMUNICATIONS ..........................43 TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................44 PREVENTIVE MANTENANCE ....................... 48 SPECIFICATION ..........................

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ’ ’ HANDLING OF INVERTER PUBLIC UTILITY ONLY Hot Surfaces: 1.1. Maintenance and Technical Support PV inverter CAUTION : 1.2. Unpacking and Installation: – –...

  • Page 5: Manufacturer's Warranty

    WARRANTY ON PRODUCTS IN THE SERIES Sunsys pro Sicon S.r.l., part of the group that deals with Socomec, control and security of electricity grids in low voltage, with registered office in Silas 1/3 - Z I. Scovizze, Isola Vicentina 36033 Vicenza (VI), warrants its products in the series Sunsys pro are new and meet both the specifications and such regulations as applicable.
  • Page 6 Exclusions from Warranty The guarantee referred to in this writing is excluded in case of product defects and / or components are made and / or arising from: accidental damage. negligent use, improper or inadequate product or component (limited use out of tolerance: temperature, humidity, poor ventilation).

  • Page 7: General Description

    3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION PV System Diagram A Grid-tied PV System is mainly composed of 5 parts: PV panel or PV array, DC Junction Unit, the PV inverter, AC Junction Unit (connection Interface) and a connection to the Public Utility. The typical connection diagram of the PV system is shown in the following figure. 2.1.
  • Page 8 2.1.1. SUNSYS – B10 dimensions The dimensions are expressed in millimeters. 3.2.2. Identification On the left side of SUNSYS-B10 Grid-tied PV inverter shows the rating label of the Inverter. The rating label states the Type, Brand Name, Model Name, Specifications, and the Serial Number of the Inverter.
  • Page 9 3.2.3. SUNSYS – B10 specific components The descriptions of the major parts of SUNSYS-B10 Grid-tied PV Inverter are indicated below: Part Name Description (1) DC-Input Terminals Each input pair consists of positive and negative terminal (2) Cooling Fan External cooling fan for the inverter (3) Optional Communication Slot Optional communication slot .
  • Page 10 3.3. Introduction of Graphic Data Logger To show the information of Inverter, there is a graphic Data Logger in the unit. This Data Logger can show various information of the Inverter such as operational status and warning message, its button allow user to operate for display control or system characteristic setting 3.3.1.
  • Page 11 4. FEATURES OF SUNSYS-B10 This Inverter mainly has following features:  Lead-free, RoHS GP2 compliant Max conversion efficiency ≧ 97.7%  Euro efficiency ≧ 97%   IP65 enclosure  128x64 graphic display  3-phase 4 wire, 230/400V  Compact design ...

  • Page 12: Intallation Instruction

    5. INTALLATION INSTRUCTION 5.1. Inside the Package After opening the package, please check the contents of the box. It contains the following items: 1. N°1 Photovoltaic Inverter; 2. N°1 User’s Manual; 3. N°6 Screw (M4 x 30L) with relative Nylon Drive Anchor; 4.
  • Page 13 Please be sure the installation rules listed below are followed. Select a wall or solid vertical surface that can support the PV inverter in the long run. PV inverter requires adequate cooling space. Allow at least 30cm space above and 90cm space below the Inverter.
  • Page 14 location when the hanging irons installed on the PV inverter as illustrated: *Notes: Proper lifting tool must be used for the lifting, please beware. C. Mount the Inverter onto the bracket as illustrated:...
  • Page 15 D. Check and ensure the device is properly fixed to the bracket in the proper direction.
  • Page 16 5.3. Connecting AC Output Cable Connect PV inverter to the AC Junction Unit with AC output wires and ground wire as shown in the following steps: Do not use cables where losses will exceed 1% L1(phase1), L2(phase 2), L3(phase3), N(neutron), PE(hearth ground): wires gauge 4/6 mm PE(hearth ground): wires gauge 10mm Remove the rubber plug from inside of the AC connector socket Insert all AC wires through AC cover kit in following order before cramped with insulated...
  • Page 17 Fix the AC output cover back with a screwdriver. Twist the connector cable gland to lock the bushing and cable together firmly. Check the installation condition again.  Do not install the PV inverter on a slanted surface  Check Inverter are securely hooked on bracket at both of upper and lower sides.
  • Page 18 5.4. Connecting of the PV Modules For connecting DC input of one single Inverter, connected strings must consist of modules of the same type. Do not share the DC input connection with other Inverter. The number, orientation, and tilt of panels may differ for different application.
  • Page 19 How to Disconnect MC4 DC connectors The following pictures illustrates how to disconnect MC4 DC connector by using a connector extractor as below figure shown, the connector extractor shall be found in accessories box shipped along with package of Inverter. Insert the tool through the connector in either way to cramp its clips.
  • Page 20 5.5. Switch grid connection The AC power switch is an interface between the PV inverter and the public network. The value of this switch (recommended 32 A,400V, 4 poles), must be designed by a qualified technician in order to meet the local safety regulations. Is also recommended the use of a differential switch type A / AC value of>...
  • Page 21 5.6. Post installation checklist Before connecting the PV modules to make sure that the polarity of the DC terminals of each link is correct. The incorrect connection may damage this equipment permanently High voltages exist when PV-Panel is exposed to sufficient irradiation. Exposed terminals of PV-Panel are under tension, and can cause electric shock.

  • Page 22: Operation Of Pv Inverter

    DC input and AC output. This operation is very delicate, since due to problems of yield, it is possible to run only once. in case of error, you must contact Socomec service center. At first time them,...
  • Page 23 After that choose the grid type: Low voltage: the delivery of the energy of the system is in low voltage Medium voltage: delivery of the energy of the system is in medium voltage Grid Type Grid Type Green backlight <Low Voltage> <Medium Voltage >...
  • Page 24 Regulation Parameter FH D BACK : 50.10Hz FL D BACK : 49.90Hz Freq L1 : Disable Green backlight Power Reduction:2.4% Power VS Freq : Enable Reconnection T : 300s At the bottom of the page, if the parameter are all ok, select “YES” and press “OK” key for 5s to accept. 6.2.
  • Page 25 6.3. Check list for installation There are 4 modes of operation. For each mode, there is a corresponding color and text to indicate the status. Normal In this mode, Inverter continuously converts energy from solar generator to grid (utility). The corresponding color of LCD is green in this case.
  • Page 26 Three Operating States:  Standby: During normal operation, the PV inverter is in “Standby” state when the open circuit voltage is between 200V to 250V. Pac:0W Vdc:220/210V Vac:219.4/219.3/219.3V Green backlight Temperature:26.8°C Status:Standby 21.04.12 15:01  Waiting : Between 251V and 349V at DC side, the Inverter is in “Waiting” state. In the meantime, the Inverter keeps checking both DC and AC conditions and waiting for connection.
  • Page 27 6.4. Using the LCD Display and Data Logger 6.4.1. Operation Keys on the data logger: On the data logger, there are 5 keys used to change and operate. Generally, the functions of keys are defined as followings. → “ ” : View the lower layer (1st to 2nd) or move the cursor right ←...
  • Page 28 6.4.2. LCD screens Startup After the Inverter starts up, the LCD shows the name of regulatory for wich it was setting and data logger firmware version. The frame lasts for 3 seconds and changes to text information below. Green backlight Text display The display shows four measurements and one status.
  • Page 29 Daily graph ↓ By pressing the “ ” key in the text display, screen on LCD is transformed to daily graph as below. The graph indicates the AC power trend of a specified date. Further explanations are stated below: Time-axis (x-axis): On the frame, the longest period is 12 hours. The number represents the hour. The first recorded data of a day is plotted on the first point of left side.
  • Page 30 Error history ↓ By pressing “ ” again on the “Weekly Display”, the LCD changes to “Error History” as shown below. The LCD displays the last two recorded error events. Error History E001:No Utility @ 19.04.12 15:49 Vaule=N/A E002:Grid Volt. Fault @ 21.04.12 12:34 Vaule=230,260,240 →...
  • Page 31 Regulation parameter ↓ By pressing “ ” again on the “System Information”, the LCD changes to “Regulation Parameter” as shown below. The LCD displays all the inverter parameters that have been stetted at initial setup. → By pressing “ ” is possible to scroll all the parameters. Regulation Parameter VH L1 : 276.0V 0.50s VL L1 : 184.0V 1.00s...
  • Page 32 Reactive Power Mode Const. PF Const. Q Curve PF (P) Curve Q (U) Once entered into the reactive power managing menu is possible to: Reactive Power Mode: by pressing “OK” is possible to enable one of the four management arrangement of reactive power, or disable it.
  • Page 33 Power Factor Curve With Power Percent V lock-in: 241.4V V lock-out:230.0V Node 1: 20% +1.00pf Node 2: 40% +1.00pf Node 3: 50% +1.00pf Node 1: 100% -0.90pf ↓ ↑ Select the desired value by pressing “ ” o “ ” and confirm each value pressing “OK”. The item in the “Power Factor Curve”...
  • Page 34 Active power function ↓ From the screen “Reactive Power Function”, by pressing “ ” again switches to “Active Power Func.”. In this screen are only show if it is enable, and the value of a possible limitation of active power. Active Power Func.

  • Page 35: Inverter Operating Status

    7. INVERTER OPERATING STATUS This Inverter is designed to be user-friendly; the status of the Inverter can be easily understood by reading the information shown on the front panel display or through remote monitoring. All possible messages are listed in the following table.

  • Page 43: Comunications

    8. COMUNICATIONS 8.1. USB (on Inverter) The PV inverter is equipped with a versatile communications interface, a USB port at underside of the device, which allows user to use to monitor the real-time status of multiple Inverters. Firmware upgrade is also conducted via this interface. Connecting laptop PC to Inverter via USB type-A to type-B adapter cable.

  • Page 44: Trouble Shooting

    9. TROUBLE SHOOTING PV inverter requires very little maintenance. When unexpected situation occurs, please refer to the following table for quick troubleshooting before contacting your local service. The following table lists common fault messages and ways to cope with the fault or error. 9.1.
  • Page 45 Fault Proposed Actions for Proposed Actions for Fault definition Possible Causes Message End-user Professionals Grid measured 1. The detected AC Disconnect and Disconnect and data is beyond the voltage is reconnect the AC grid to reconnect the AC grid specification beyond/under the see if inverter can be to see if inverter can be...
  • Page 46 Fault Proposed Actions for Proposed Actions for Fault definition Possible Causes Message End-user Professionals The readings of 2 1. Software problem 1. Open all DC connections of 1. Open all DC connections microprocessors 2. Circuits inside Inverter of Inverter are inconsistent Inverter are 2.
  • Page 47 Fault Proposed Actions for Proposed Actions for Fault definition Possible Causes Message End-user Professionals DC voltage of DC DC Input voltage BUS that inside that feed to DC BUS Inverter is higher is too high 1. Do the same actions as left High DC than expectation column again...

  • Page 48: Preventive Mantenance

    10. PREVENTIVE MANTENANCE Although PV inverter requires very little maintenance, the following inspections at regularly would help to ensure PV Inverter operation with optimal performance. 10.1. Visual Inspection Check the Inverter and cables for any signs of external damage. Contact your installer immediately if you find any defects.
  • Page 49 10.3. Cleaning and Swapping Cooling Fan Module Ask your installer to clean fans if dust or debris accumulated. Exchange procedures of fan module for the SUNSYS-B10 model: Disconnect the AC power and the DC power of PV inverter. Unfasten all the screws of fan module as figure indicated below: Take off the fan module by disconnect its cable adapter as figure indicated below: Clean fan with damp cloth or soft brush tenderly if needed.
  • Page 50 If fan module is damaged or malfunctioned permanently, please make a replacement by a new fan module. Assemble the fan module in the reverse order of above procedures. Check Inverter resumes normal operation after restart.

  • Page 51: Specification

    11. SPECIFICATION 11.1. Electrical Specification Model SUNSYS-B10 Input (DC) Nominal DC voltage 720 V Max. PV open voltage 1000V System start-up voltage 260V Initial feeding voltage 350 V Shutdown voltage Typical 200V Working voltage range 250 ~ 1000V MPPT Full rating voltage range 350 ~ 850 V MPPT efficiency >...
  • Page 52 Model SUNSYS-B10 Phase shift (cosψ ) at nominal >0.99 output power (±0.8 on demand) (adjustable) Efficiency ≧ Max. conversion efficiency 98.0% ≧ European efficiency 97.2% General Data Topology Transformerless Power consumption: ≦ 20W / ≦ 1W standby / night Protection degree Outdoor / Chassis: IP65 / Fan: IP55 Heat dissipation Force air cooling, variable fan speed according to temperature on heatsink...
  • Page 53 Model SUNSYS-B10 IEC 62109-1: 2010, EN 62109-1: 2010 Regular Safety IEC 62109-2: 2011, EN 62109-2: 2011 EN 61000-6-2: 2005 EN 61000-6-3: 2007/A1: 2011 EN 60947-1 DC Switch (Optional) EN 60947-3 LVD: 2006/95/EC EMC: 2004/108/EC 11.2. Load Graphs Load graphs are the typical efficiency charts that related to V and P is and the output power within the operation range can be determined by the different level of input voltage as power curve...

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