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WIRING DIAGRAMS 

15 

PVI-4.2-TL-OUTD INVERTER SYSTEMS 

 
 

 

 
 

Number of 

Modules 

Number 

of 

Strings 

Modules 

per 

String 

HSL60P6-PB-1-250 Modules 

REC255PE Modules 

System Power 

Rating (W) * 

I

sc 

(A)* 

V

oc 

(V)* 

System Power 

Rating (W) * 

I

sc 

(A)* 

V

oc 

(V)* 

5

 

1

 

5

 

1250

 

8.79

 

188.5

 

1275

 

8.95

 

188.0

 

1500 

8.79 

226.2 

1530 

8.95 

225.6 

1750 

8.79 

263.9 

1785 

8.95 

263.2 

2000 

8.79 

301.6 

2040 

8.95 

300.8 

2250 

8.79 

339.3 

2295 

8.95 

338.4 

10 

10 

2500 

8.79 

377.0 

2550 

8.95 

376.0 

11 

11 

2750 

8.79 

414.7 

2805 

8.95 

413.6 

12 

12 

3000 

8.79 

452.4 

3060 

8.95 

451.2 

13 

13 

3250 

8.79 

490.1 

3315 

8.95 

488.8 

15 

5 + 10 

6 + 9 
7 + 8 

3750 

8.79 

Refer to

 string

 volt

ages

 

liste

d ab

ove

 

3825 

8.95 

Refer to

 string

 volt

ages

 

liste

d ab

ove

 

16 

5 + 11 
6 + 10 

7 + 9 
8 + 8 

4000 

8.79 

4080 

8.95 

17 

5 + 12 
6 + 11 
7 + 10 

8 + 9 

4250 

8.79 

4335 

8.95 

18 

5 + 13 
6 + 12 
7 + 11 
8 + 10 

9 + 9 

4500 

8.79 

4590 

8.95 

 
* Values measured at standard test conditions (STC) defined as: irradiance of 1000 W/m

2

,

 

Spectrum AM 1.5 

and  cell  temperature  25ºC.  Variations  from  STC  values  will  affect  actual  I

sc

  and  V

oc

  and  should  be  allowed 

for. 
 
For earthing arrangement and wiring diagram refer to “Earthing Arrangements – All Systems” on page 18. 
 

 

Summary of Contents for HSL60P6-PB-1-250

Page 1: ...Solahart PV Systems must be installed and serviced by a suitably qualified person Please leave this guide with the PV system owner Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions Single Phase PV Systems ...

Page 2: ...he installation guide supplied with the PV inverter Caution Only qualified and accredited personnel should perform work on PV systems such as design installation commissioning maintenance and repairs Be sure to follow the safety instructions for all system components It is also important to observe relevant local codes and regulations for health and safety and accident prevention Only Solahart par...

Page 3: ...res 5 Electrical Safety 5 Periodic Maintenance 6 Wiring Diagrams 8 Installation Overview 19 Installation Procedure 21 Installation Planning 22 Installation Racking 27 Installation Wiring 34 Installation Rooftop Isolator 36 Installation PV Modules 37 Installation Inverter 42 Installation Labelling 46 Installation Commissioning 48 Engineering Certification 53 Solahart PV System Warranty Australia On...

Page 4: ...ply is available from the grid Your Solahart PV System cannot provide a backup electricity supply to your home appliances if the mains supply is interrupted If the energy generated by the PV System is not sufficient to meet domestic demands the energy necessary to ensure the standard operation of the connected devices is drawn from the grid If the energy generated exceeds that required by property...

Page 5: ...1800 638 011 or your nearest Solahart dealer ELECTRICAL SAFETY SAFETY REQUIREMENTS The voltages and currents produced by a single module or modules connected in series voltages are added together or in parallel currents are added together can be dangerous Note Only qualified personnel should perform work on photovoltaic systems UNIQUE HAZARDS OF DC ELECTRICITY PV modules generate DC electricity as...

Page 6: ... and communication has been maintained Monthly If you are unable to log in or your system is not operating correctly contact your Solahart dealer Visual inspection of PV system components from ground level to check for Quarterly Accumulation of debris around components Gently remove debris from components that are safely accessible from ground level Shading of the array Trim trees if required Visi...

Page 7: ...nnections are tight secure and free of corrosion Cables are not damaged in any way Earthing of the modules and module rails is satisfactory Electrical characteristics are within specification The AC and DC isolator circuit breakers function correctly ...

Page 8: ... 1020 8 95 150 4 5 1 5 1250 8 79 188 5 1275 8 95 188 0 6 1 6 1500 8 79 226 2 1530 8 95 225 6 7 1 7 1750 8 79 263 9 1785 8 95 263 2 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spectrum AM 1 5 and cell temperature 25ºC Variations from STC values will affect actual Isc and Voc and should be allowed for For earthing arrangement and wiring diagram refer to Earthin...

Page 9: ...g W Isc A Voc V 6 1 6 1500 8 79 226 2 1530 8 95 225 6 7 1 7 1750 8 79 263 9 1785 8 95 263 2 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spectrum AM 1 5 and cell temperature 25ºC Variations from STC values will affect actual Isc and Voc and should be allowed for For earthing arrangement and wiring diagram refer to Earthing Arrangements All Systems on page 18 ...

Page 10: ...8 79 263 9 1785 8 95 263 2 8 1 8 2000 8 79 301 6 2040 8 95 300 8 9 1 9 2250 8 79 339 3 2295 8 95 338 4 10 1 10 2500 8 79 377 0 2550 8 95 376 0 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spectrum AM 1 5 and cell temperature 25ºC Variations from STC values will affect actual Isc and Voc and should be allowed for For earthing arrangement and wiring diagram refe...

Page 11: ... 2250 8 79 339 3 2295 8 95 338 4 10 1 10 2500 8 79 377 0 2550 8 95 376 0 11 1 11 2750 8 79 414 7 2805 8 95 413 6 12 1 12 3000 8 79 452 4 3060 8 95 451 2 13 1 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spectrum AM 1 5 and cell temperature 25ºC Variations from STC values will affect actual Isc and Voc and should be allowed fo...

Page 12: ...5 8 95 413 6 12 1 12 3000 8 79 452 4 3060 8 95 451 2 13 1 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 14 1 14 3500 8 79 527 8 3570 8 95 526 4 10 2 5 5 2500 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 2550 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 11 2 5 6 2750 8 79 2805 8 95 12 2 5 7 6 6 3000 8 79 3060 8 95 13 2 5 8 6 7 3250 8 79 3315 8 95 14 2 5 9 6 8 7 7 3500 8 79 3570 8 95 Values measured at standard te...

Page 13: ...8 79 414 7 2805 8 95 413 6 12 1 12 3000 8 79 452 4 3060 8 95 451 2 13 1 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 14 1 14 3500 8 79 527 8 3570 8 95 526 4 12 2 6 6 3000 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 3060 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 13 2 6 7 3250 8 79 3315 8 95 14 2 6 8 7 7 3500 8 79 3570 8 95 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spe...

Page 14: ...11 2750 8 79 414 7 2805 8 95 413 6 12 1 12 3000 8 79 452 4 3060 8 95 451 2 15 2 6 9 7 8 3750 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 3825 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 16 2 6 10 7 9 8 8 4000 8 79 4080 8 95 17 2 6 11 7 10 8 9 4250 8 79 4335 8 95 18 2 6 12 7 11 8 10 9 9 4500 8 79 4590 8 95 Values measured at standard test conditions STC defined as irradiance of 1000 W m2 Spectrum AM ...

Page 15: ... 79 414 7 2805 8 95 413 6 12 1 12 3000 8 79 452 4 3060 8 95 451 2 13 1 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 15 2 5 10 6 9 7 8 3750 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 3825 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 16 2 5 11 6 10 7 9 8 8 4000 8 79 4080 8 95 17 2 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 4250 8 79 4335 8 95 18 2 5 13 6 12 7 11 8 10 9 9 4500 8 79 4590 8 95 Values measured at standard test conditions ...

Page 16: ... 8 95 451 2 13 1 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 14 1 14 3500 8 79 527 8 3570 8 95 526 4 18 2 5 13 6 12 7 11 8 10 9 9 4500 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 4590 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 19 2 5 14 6 13 7 12 8 11 9 10 4750 8 79 4845 8 95 20 2 6 14 7 13 8 12 9 11 10 10 5000 8 79 5100 8 95 21 2 7 14 8 13 9 12 10 11 5250 8 79 5355 8 95 22 2 8 14 9 13 10 12 11 11 5500 8 79...

Page 17: ... 13 3250 8 79 490 1 3315 8 95 488 8 14 1 14 3500 8 79 527 8 3570 8 95 526 4 18 2 6 12 7 11 8 10 9 9 4500 8 79 Refer to string voltages listed above 4590 8 95 Refer to string voltages listed above 19 2 6 13 7 12 8 11 9 10 4750 8 79 4845 8 95 20 2 6 14 7 13 8 12 9 11 10 10 5000 8 79 5100 8 95 21 2 7 14 8 13 9 12 10 11 5250 8 79 5355 8 95 22 2 8 14 9 13 10 12 11 11 5500 8 79 5610 8 95 Values measured...

Page 18: ... Earthing on page 38 for more information Warning Do not drill holes in the modules as this will void product warranty The racking may be earthed by means of a rooftop isolator bracket Refer to Installation Rooftop Isolator on page 36 for details Where it is necessary to make an earthing connection to a rail that does not have a rooftop isolator bracket fitted a rail splice piece will provide a su...

Page 19: ...ended that the system is shielded with an opaque cover during installation maintenance or repair work INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITIES The installer is solely responsible for Observing and conforming to all relevant Australian Standards all relevant Clean Energy Council Accreditation guidelines and all applicable laws ordinances regulations codes of practice and local or national building codes includin...

Page 20: ... be mounted over a fire retardant roof covering rated for the application ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Solahart s limited warranty is based upon modules being installed in accordance with the following conditions Modules are not suitable for installation in potentially hazardous locations Modules should not be installed in locations close to fire or combustible materials where there is potential for extr...

Page 21: ...Roof Type d Roof Area e Building Height f Array Orientation 3 Install the Racking Rail and Rail Supports Refer to Installation Racking on page 27 4 Install the remainder of the roof top components as follows a Rooftop Isolator Refer to Installation Rooftop Isolator on page 36 b PV Modules Refer Installation PV Modules on page 36 c Rooftop Wiring Refer to Installation Wiring on page 34 5 Install th...

Page 22: ...port is available Length of networking cable required from inverter to networking port Wi Fi access including SSID and password PV system owner s network administrator permission and assistance to adjust firewall network address translation NAT and port forwarding settings PV MODULE ORIENTATION AND INCLINATION To maximize system output install modules at optimum orientation and inclination tilt an...

Page 23: ...tings including racking weighs approximately 25 kg LATITUDE OF SOME AUSTRALIAN CITIES Adelaide 35 S Cairns 17 S Hobart 42 S Port Hedland 20 S Alice Springs 24 S Canberra 35 S Mildura 34 S Rockhampton 24 S Brisbane 27 S Darwin 12 S Melbourne 38 S Sydney 34 S Broken Hill 31 S Geraldton 28 S Perth 32 S Townsville 19 S WIND REGION Use the wind region diagram shown below to determine the wind region of...

Page 24: ...nstalled and select the appropriate rail support Rail support systems are available as follows Roof Type Roof Pitch Rail Support Category Rail Support Name Options Standard tile 10 30º Tile roof interface Tile interface Portrait Tile interface Landscape Low profile tile Flat tile interface Slate Slate interface Metal 10 30º Metal roof interface Metal roof interface Metal Corrugated 10 º or Latitud...

Page 25: ...ed in portrait as per diagram For tilt leg systems row spacing must prevent shading of one row by another and needs to be calculated on an individual site basis taking into account orientation roof pitch and module inclination All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated Number of modules per row REC255PE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Number of rows H 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1...

Page 26: ...ed in portrait as per diagram For tilt leg systems row spacing must prevent shading of one row by another and needs to be calculated on an individual site basis taking into account orientation roof pitch and module inclination All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated Number of modules per row HSL60P6 PB 1 250 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Number of rows H 1636 1636 1636 1636 1636 1636 1636 1636 163...

Page 27: ... a Rail splices c Z modules with Allen head bolt Front rail leg foot d Adjustable tilt leg e Wood Screws M6x90 Overview of components for 30º fixed tilt legs Rail a Rail splice c Z modules with Allen head bolts Front rail leg foot d Fixed tilt leg e Wood Screws M6x90 Note Screws must be fit for purpose e g screws used in metal purlins must be suitable for metal structures and have a TPI threads pe...

Page 28: ...1250 1759 Metal Roof with Steel Battens 670 555 949 786 893 1265 Tilt Legs PV Module Angle 15 927 768 944 782 1235 1257 Tilt Legs PV Module Angle 30 679 562 1078 892 904 1435 Wind Region C Terrain Category 2 3 Roof Area Edge Zone Centre Zone Edge Zone Centre Zone Roof Height m 5 10 5 10 5 10 5 10 Tile Roof Timber Rafters only 525 450 700 575 650 850 Metal Roof with Timber Battens 582 526 825 745 9...

Page 29: ...mm apart for HSL60P6 PB 1 250 modules RAIL OVERHANG Rail end overhang must be no greater than 50 of rail support spacing For example if rail support spacing is 1200 mm rail end overhang can be up to 600 mm In this case two rail support brackets can support a rail up to 2400 mm in length 1200 mm between brackets and 600 mm of overhang at each end Note Drawings not to scale Rail Spacing 833 1249 mm ...

Page 30: ...lel with rafters If necessary pack underneath tile roof interfaces with timber Incorrect Correct 4 Warning Do not use tile roof interfaces as a climbing support as extreme loading of this point could cause damage to the tile below 5 For thin tiles such as slate shingles proceed directly to step 6 For thick tiles such as grooved tiles if necessary use an angle grinder to chase a recess or remove ra...

Page 31: ...4 1 Determine and mark position of the metal roof interfaces according to your plans Pre drill through roof cladding on top of crest at planned locations Place the supplied rubber gasket under the metal roof interface and ensure that a weatherproof seal is made between the interface and the roof cladding 2 Fix the metal roof interface to the timber batten or rafter using the M6 x 90 mm screw suppl...

Page 32: ... to ensure that the fastening screws tightly fix the sealing gaskets without damaging roof cladding Adjustable tilt leg foot 30º fixed tilt leg foot 3 Adjustable tilt legs only Insert feet U brackets into front feet and loosely fasten Allen head bolt and nut to allow for later adjustment Allen head bolt and Z module on top of U bracket is utilised to attach rails in next step 4 For adjustable tilt...

Page 33: ...urns of Z module Allen head bolt The rail can then be freely moved along Z modules 3 Adjust the vertical and horizontal position of the rail by taking advantage of the long hole in the tile and metal roof interfaces and the still loose connection of the rail Z modules 4 Align all rail ends For adjustable tilt legs align the rail tilt orientation use a string line if necessary Tighten all previousl...

Page 34: ...t and or voltage than that reported under STC When designing a system allow for increased output of a module as a result of conditions different to STC in accordance with the Clean Energy Council s Grid Connected Solar PV System Design Guidelines for Accredited Installers and AS NZS 5033 Ensure cables are fixed to the mounting structure and are not in contact with the roof or rear surface of modul...

Page 35: ...ised type however for uniformity they should be wired as shown in the DC isolator wiring diagram below Warning DC isolator terminal screws must be tightened by hand only Do not use power tools DC isolator wiring diagram Once wired the DC isolator should be left in the open position until system commissioning ...

Page 36: ...osure to prevent water ingress in adverse weather conditions If water and or condensation can form in the isolator enclosure provision must be made for its harmless escape through suitably located drainage points in accordance with AS NZS 3000 Clause 3 3 2 3 Conduit entering the isolator enclosure must have a drainage hole installed at the lowest point to facilitate the escape of any moisture Note...

Page 37: ... top of each other HSL60P6 PB 1 250 modules only Keep all electrical contacts clean and dry Store modules in a dry and properly ventilated room Do not use sharp or pointed objects to mark module surface or module anodising Never apply paints adhesives or detergents to the rear laminate of the modules Never attempt to disassemble modules modify or adapt the modules or labels in any way as this will...

Page 38: ...mplete the circuit by connecting the two string halves together by connecting the positive and negative cables of the two modules left previously disconnected in step 5 Note Modules may be connected in a different order provided that all modules in a string are connected in series Note The Rooftop DC Isolator should still be in the OFF position at the completion of this stage of the installation I...

Page 39: ...s i e short edge horizontal modules must be installed so that the module junction box is located towards the top edge of the module Module cables must be installed so that any water will run away from the junction box Each corner of the module frame has small drainage holes to allow water caused by rain or snow melt to exit the frame easily and to minimize damage caused by freezing and thawing Ple...

Page 40: ...e module and are at least 25 mm from the rail ends For end clamps with earthing plates ensure the frame of the module is located on top of the protrusions of the earthing plate Tighten end clamp bolts to 21 Nm 4 Place a mid clamp with Z module and Allen head bolt in each rail and slide into position Ensure that the mid clamp is tight against the module For mid clamps with earthing plates ensure th...

Page 41: ... the rail ends In positions where earthing plates are required ensure the frame of module is located on top of the protrusions of the earthing plate Tighten end clamp bolts to 21 Nm 8 Repeat the steps 3 7 for each row of modules Mid clamps may be temporarily placed between rows to ensure 18 mm uniform spacing between rows Module installation is now complete ...

Page 42: ...nsformer permitting the functional earthing of PV arrays The default factory setting negative pole to ground is the preferred grounding configuration to maintain maximum performance and should remain unaltered unless otherwise instructed by regulators or electricity network operators Incorrect configuration may cause damage to the system and photovoltaic panels Sealing plugs provided with the inve...

Page 43: ...n accordance with AS NZS 5033 For common PVC PVC cable types operating at 75 C on a 230 V single phase circuit the following table provides for a voltage variation of less than 1 Inverter Model Conductor cross section 2 5 mm2 4 0 mm2 6 0 mm2 10 0 mm2 16 0 mm2 Maximum cable length m SB 1 5 1 VL 40 18 3 29 3 N A N A N A SB1600TL 10 18 3 N A N A N A N A UNO 2 0 I OUTD Refer Power One ABB Quick Instal...

Page 44: ...ory installed in SB 1 5 1 VL 40 SB 2 5 1 VL 40 SB 3000TL 21 SB 4000TL 21 SB 5000 TL 21 and STP 5000TL 20 inverters with installation instructions for the Webconnect also provided with the inverters The Webconnect is a cable based type of communication based on the Ethernet standard The Webconnect enables the inverter to exchange data with SMA Sunny Portal which facilitates data monitoring and faul...

Page 45: ... WIFI logger card as per supplied instructions 2 Commission the PV system as outlined in the Solahart Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions 3 Commission the WIFI logger card as per supplied instructions An internet connected and WIFI enabled laptop tablet or smartphone is required 4 During the commissioning procedure you will be asked to insert Aurora Vision access credentials Please enter t...

Page 46: ... connected to a distribution board additional labels must also be placed on the main switchboard and all intermediate distribution boards The following table details labels that are supplied in Solahart PV Systems Label Colour Location White text on red background Prominent position on main switchboard White text on red background Main switch White text on red background Solar main switch if inver...

Page 47: ...t on red background Main switchboard and all intermediate distribution boards where inverter is directly connected to a distribution board OR Black and white Prominent position adjacent to the inverter Black text on yellow background Added below the shutdown sign Solahart PV Operating Procedure Black text on yellow background Prominent position adjacent to the inverter ...

Page 48: ...ments should be made under stable irradiance conditions close to solar noon if possible Where multiple strings are installed this test procedure must be repeated for each string The voltage measurement obtained should be the number of modules in the string multiplied by the Voc of one module i e for a string with 9 X REC255PE modules String Voc 9 X 35 3 V DC 318 V DC 1 Ensure that the Inverter AC ...

Page 49: ...e OFF position 9 Reconnect string positive and negative DC plug connectors to inverter 10 Repeat for each string SOLAR ISOLATION DEVICE S TEST INVERTER DC ISOLATOR S This test is performed to ensure the Inverter DC Isolator s are isolating the string s from the inverter when in the OFF position 1 Ensure that the Inverter AC Isolator s is in the OFF position 2 Switch all string DC Isolators to the ...

Page 50: ...ve up to 600 VDC present 8 Activate insulation tester The resistance measured must be greater than or equal to 1 MΩ 9 Switch the Inverter DC Isolator to the OFF position 10 Connect insulation tester leads between the disconnected negative string plug and earth Ensure test leads are firmly fixed in position 11 Switch the Inverter DC Isolator to the ON position Warning The positive and negative stri...

Page 51: ...ingle string configurations with less than 7 modules the start voltage for the connected zone input IN1 or IN2 must be adjusted in order for the system to function correctly and efficiently The start voltage of the unused zone input may be left set to the factory preset voltage For dual string configurations and any string with less than 7 modules the start voltage for the connected zone input IN1...

Page 52: ...r the number of modules in each string according to the following table Indicative String Vmp NOCT Number of modules in string 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 HSL60P6 PB 1 250 modules 110 138 166 193 221 248 276 304 331 359 386 REC255PE modules 114 143 171 200 228 257 285 314 342 371 399 Values measured at normal operating cell temperature NOCT defined as irradiance of 800 W m2 Spectrum AM 1 5 wind spe...

Page 53: ...53 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION ...

Page 54: ...ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION 54 ...

Page 55: ...ventative maintenance and advice on the operation of the PV System You can contact Solahart on 1800 638 011 to arrange a service call or to find out details about this warranty PART A MODULES Warranty coverage for the Module Subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty Solahart warrants that the Modules 1 Are free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of HSL60P6 PB ...

Page 56: ...rrants that the racking system supplied with the PV System shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of installation This Warranty shall be void if installation of the racking system is not performed in accordance with the Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions or if the racking system has been modified repaired or reworked in a manner n...

Page 57: ...e PV System and any insufficient framing if the PV System is a frameless module 9 insufficient ventilation of the device 10 failure to observe the applicable safety regulations or any factor identified in the Solahart Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions PV Systems 11 Ignoring safety warnings and instructions contained in all documents relevant to the PV System If your claim relates to a fa...

Page 58: ... the consent of the owner to act on their behalf 2 Contact your Solahart dealer without undue delay after detection of the defect and in any event within the applicable warranty period p You are not entitled to make a claim under this warranty if your PV System 1 Does not have its original serial numbers and type plate or numbers are illegible or 2 Is not installed in Australia Warranty Claim Proc...

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Page 60: ...ed Office 1 Alan Street PO Box 6 Rydalmere New South Wales 2116 Australia For SERVICE Telephone 1800 638 011 or your nearest Solahart Dealer For Sales Telephone 1300 769 475 or your nearest Solahart Dealer www solahart com au Revision Date 2015 August 120018D ...

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