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PHONO SOLAR AC Module

Installation & User‟s Guide

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Page 1: ...d This Document may not be copied photocopied reproduced translated or converted to any electronic or machine readable form in whole or in part without prior written approval of PHONO SOLAR Product Sp...

Page 2: ...direct incidental or consequential damages under any circumstances No oral or written information or communications given by PHONO SOLAR or its employees or agents shall alter the scope of this discla...

Page 3: ...ath or serious injury and or damage to equipment and property CAUTION Indicates a potentially dangerous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury May also be used to alert against unsafe p...

Page 4: ...the units The ground wire at the service entry should be 14 AWG copper or larger or sized as appropriate within your local jurisdiction electrical code If uncertain check with your local code enforcem...

Page 5: ...a home computer or laptop PC See the HelioSentry User s Manual for additional information NEED TO KNOW TERMS AC Alternating current DC Direct Current PV Photovoltaic AC Module DC to AC inverter circui...

Page 6: ...40 C to 70 C Output power temperature derating and maximum full power operating ambient temperature 212 watts out 50 C Derated by the PV above 50 C CEC and Peak Inverter Efficiency 94 5 CEC 95 8 peak...

Page 7: ...ers IEEE 1547 and 1547 1 Safety Standard for Utility Interactive Inverters IEEE 929 Recommended Practice for Utility Interface of Photovoltaic PV Systems IEEE 519 Harmonic Standard Surge ANSI C62 41 B...

Page 8: ...ONOSOLAR DC MODULE SPECIFICATION Cells Mono crystal Si 156mm x 156mm square Number of cells 6x10 pieces in series Typical application 20V DC Maximum voltage 600V DC Size 1640 L x992 W x50 H mm Weight...

Page 9: ...S Cable 0 90m wire 4mm2 Diode s amount 6 pieces Junction Box IP 65 rated ELECTRICAL TYPICAL VALUES1 2 Model Rated Power PMPP Toleran ce Rated Current IMPP Rated Voltage VMPP Short Circuit Current Isc...

Page 10: ...DC solar panels AC modules eliminate most of the issues associated with ordinary DC string inverter systems AC modules are much easier to install Lower cost to install Far less prone to shading and ot...

Page 11: ...r package and the contents for signs of damage If there is shipping damage contact the carrier and return the unit to the factory Record the 15 digit PV Module ID number indicated on the front of the...

Page 12: ...The installer would need to perform a calculation to determine the number of inverters versus the total cable length The AC Module may be mounted in any orientation See Figure 2 The location selected...

Page 13: ...made of durable corrosion and UV resistant material 1 Mounting With Bolts The frame of each module has 8 mounting holes 14mm 9mm used to secure the modules to supporting structure The module must be a...

Page 14: ...block the air flow path NOTE Minimum clearance distances must be observed if your AC Module inverter system is to operate at maximum rated output in hot weather NOTE Any mounting location that restri...

Page 15: ...structions as specified and in the order presented CAUTION Ensure AC conductors have no voltage present Open all AC circuit breakers and verify zero volts are present before proceeding NOTE Use only t...

Page 16: ...s own AC 20 ampere disconnect breaker NOTE The combined output power of multiple inverters may not exceed the service rating of the circuits to which the inverters are connected Consult ANSI NFPA 70 T...

Page 17: ...utral The GREEN insulated conductor is protective earth ground The neutral conductor must be bonded to earth ground at your service entry See Figure 4 Secure the Home Run cable from the last AC Module...

Page 18: ...ength is adequate to reach all modules and the HelioSentry 2 Attach the AC quick connectors to the home run wire See steps1 10 below Space the connections evenly across the modules 3 Secure the home r...

Page 19: ...CABLE STEP 1 Loosen the screws from the connector STEP 2 Separate upper and lower sections of connector CAUTION Failure to secure the Home Run cable as required could cause fraying of the insulation o...

Page 20: ...Copyright 2011 PHONO SOLAR Page 20 of 29 STEP 3 Inspect silicone gasket STEP 4 Reseat silicon gaskets back into both sections of connector STEP 5 Verify AC wire to connector orientation...

Page 21: ...onnector onto AC wire STEP 7 Align upper and lower halves of connector Before securing connector verify alignment by observing to ensure connector teeth penetrate the outer jacket Visually verify the...

Page 22: ...n when tightening like a car tire Tighten screws snugly and uniformly Do not over tighten STEP 9 Verify the screws are tightened correctly by inspecting both sides of connector Upper and lower sides o...

Page 23: ...one end of connector CORRECT No gaps between upper and lower sections of connector STEP 10 Verify all connectors are have the same orientation connector pigtails are facing the same way WARNING FAILU...

Page 24: ...SOLAR Page 24 of 29 DAMAGE TO THE HELIOSENTRY DATA MONITOR This completes the installation of your AC Module s The system is now ready for the commissioning steps Figure 4 is a representative wiring d...

Page 25: ...rod Electrical codes typically require this to be a one piece agency approved compression connector Agency approved means Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories such as ETL UL TUV and others The g...

Page 26: ...n one PV rack ground lug Insert the remaining end of the ground wire in the other lug Tighten both ground lug compression screws to 12 inch lbs Repeat the above steps for subsequent PV rack mounts NOT...

Page 27: ...t at least 5 minutes Power production will commence five minutes after connection is established to the utility grid provided there is sufficient power available from the photovoltaic modules This fiv...

Page 28: ...st be performed by qualified service personnel only CAUTION Some of the components inside the AC Module will store a high voltage charge for several minutes after DC and AC power is removed Take all n...

Page 29: ...enclosure Torque to 10 inch pounds DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 12 Reinstall the PV module onto the rack 13 Verify that all hardware is tight per the installation instructions 14 Restore AC power to the AC Modu...