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June 2020

Solar Stik

, Inc.

SYSTEM SETUP AND OPERATION GUDIE FOR THE 1 kW HYBRID POWER SYSTEM (HPS)

PRELIMINARY DRAFT

EVO-1224

AC Output:

Inverting

120.0V

<0.10 A

60.00Hz

EVO-1224

AC output:

PF =

Inverting

<12W

<12VA

0.000

EVO-1224

AC Input

Inverting

120.0V

<0.10A

60.00Hz

EVO-1224

AC Input

PF =

Inverting

<12W

<12VA

0.000

EVO-1224

Battery:

External

Inverting

24.0 V

0.0 A

EVO-1224

Battery

Heat sink

Transformer

Inverting

25.C C

EVO-1224

EVO Ver: X.XX

RC Ver: X.XX

2019 / 04 /21 15:00

Inverting

ID= 1

Operation Mode Screens

EVO-1224

0-Bulk Stage

Batt:

24.00V:

External:

Charging

20.0A

0.0A

EVO-1224

0- Bulk Stage

Grid:

120VA

PF= 1.00

Charging

1200W

EVO-1224

0-Bulk Stage

ACout:

120V

60.00HZ

Charging

10.00A

EVO-1224

0-Bulk Stage

ACout:

1200VA

PF: 1.00

Charging

1200W

EVO-1224

Battery

Heat sink

Transformer

Charging

25.0 C

EVO-1224

EVO Ver: X.XX

RC Ver: X.XX

2019 / 04 /21 15:00

Charging

ID= 1

EVO-1224

0-Bulk Stage

ACin

120 V:

60.00 Hz

Charging

10.0A

Inverting

Charging

The read-only parameters available for viewing when the PRO-Verter is in Power Save, Inverting
or Charging Mode are shown. These are the most frequently encountered modes for a PRO-Verter
operating in this System.

Power Save

EVO-1224

AC output

Power Save

0.0V

<0.10A

60.0Hz

EVO-1224

EVO Ver: X.XX

RC Ver: X.XX

2019 / 04 /21 15:00

Charging

ID= 1

EVO-1224

AC output:

PF=

Power Save

<12W

<12VA

0.000

EVO-1224

AC Input:

Power Save

120.0V

<0.10A

60.0Hz

EVO-1224

AC Input:

PF=

Power Save

<12W

<12VA

0.000

EVO-1224

Battery:

External:

Power Save

12.00V

0.10A

0.0A

EVO-1224

Battery

Heat sink

Transformer

Power Save

25.0 C

Summary of Contents for PRO-Verter S 2000 AGS

Page 1: ...20 Solar Stik Inc PRELIMINARY DRAFT SYSTEM SETUP AND OPERATION GUIDE FOR THE 1kW HYBRID POWER SYSTEM HPS Version 1 0 Updated 20200611 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A Approved for public release distribution is unlimited ...

Page 2: ...ions 12 Load Support automatic functions 12 UPS automatic functions 12 Selecting a Generator Grid AC Source 13 The Hybrid Model 13 The Load Support Model 13 The Peak Power Delivery Model 13 Energy Storage Requirements for Operation 14 DC Voltage Master Metric 14 PRO Verter Circuits and Functions 15 Load Prioritization 16 Real time Load Management 16 Pass through Power and the Internal AC Transfer ...

Page 3: ...r 36 Defender 1 kW and Ranger 2 kW MPGs 36 d Connect PV Array s to PRO Verter 37 e Secure the Array to the Ground 38 f Connect PRO Verter to 120 VAC Loads 39 g Set PRO Verter 24 hour clock TIME SETTING 40 h How to Set GRID MAX CURRENT equal to connected generator or grid output current 41 i Starting the MPG with PRO Verter 42 Operating the PRO Verter User Interface 43 PRO Verter Status and Alarm L...

Page 4: ...ults 60 Measuring PV Array Voltages 61 Procedure to Measure PV Array Voc with a Multimeter 61 PRO Verter Fault Messages and Troubleshooting Guides 62 MAINTENANCE SECURITY AND TRANSPORT 24VDC PRO Verter S 2000 PMCS 66 PRO Verter Filter Removal and Cleaning or Replacement 66 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PMCS 68 In storage PMCS for 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 68 Solar Venture 300W PV Arr...

Page 5: ...7 Figure 19 PV array to PRO Verter connection 37 Figure 21 Ground securing sandbag placement 38 Figure 22 PRO Verter AC power output port 39 Figure 23 Generator type and control switches Generator Status LED blinking pattern 42 Figure 24 Location of items to check before starting MPG 42 Figure 25 PRO Verter user interface power and navigation buttons 43 Figure 26 PRO Verter S 2000 user interface 4...

Page 6: ...50 Table 6 Parameters for Grid Generator Input Low Voltage Level 51 Table 7 Parameters for Grid Generator Input High Voltage Level 51 Table 8 Power Saving Alarm Remote Switch Multi function Relay etc 52 Table 9 Local Time Clock Setting 52 Table 10 Instructions to Remove SD Card from PRO Verter User Interface 52 Table 11 Fault Messages Symptoms and Troubleshooting 62 Table 12 24VDC PRO Verter S 200...

Page 7: ...nsure uninterrupted power to the loads The battery or energy storage module ESM becomes the foundation of the HPS and the architecture is opened to allow multiple technologies to operate in concert Generator Load Fuel Low efficiency Traditional Power System High efficiency HPS PRO Verter Generator Load Battery Fuel The HPS Flexible Open Architecture The System is comprised of modular components th...

Page 8: ...r liquids Close and latch and or lock the cases when the components are unattended Exercise caution when handling or operating the System Live power may be present Safety Information Labels Your safety and the safety of others is very important Many important safety messages have been provided in this manual and directly on the System components Always read and obey all safety messages This is the...

Page 9: ...as data processing centers labs and telecommunication rooms Using the Fire Extinguisher When using the extinguisher on a fire remember PASS Pull the pin Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire from a safe distance Squeeze the operating lever to discharge the fire extinguishing agent Sweep the nozzle or hose from side to side until the fire is out Move forward or around the fire as the fire ...

Page 10: ...n breaker panel of the grid power Any generator connected to the System must have a neutral to ground bond Grounding a PRO Verter PRO Verter Grounding Lug Figure 1 PRO Verter grounding lug Electric Shock Hazard WARNING Standing water around the electrical equipment and or intrusion of water into the System components can increase the risk of electrical shock DON T LET THIS BE YOU HIGH VOLTAGE Syst...

Page 11: ... During operation the case should be placed upright especially during inclement weather Lid should be open only to access operator controls and closed at all other times Impact Equipment should not be dropped onto hard surfaces at a height greater than one 1 foot when transporting or during operation Dust Foreign Object Intrusion Air intake filters should be cleaned once per month or more frequent...

Page 12: ... of multiple power sources such as renewable power generation Load Support automatic functions Operating conditions The Surge Load AC requirement is MORE than the Generator Grid AC output but less than the Inverter AC output rating In the Load Support model the Load Support model allows the use of a smaller generator based on total loads operating over 24 hour period rather than a larger generator...

Page 13: ...er Fluctuations in voltage or frequency during operation may have an adverse affect on PRO Verter functions See Troubleshooting AC Problems Many factors should be considered when selecting a generator for use with a PRO Verter including Auto start stop capability Physical size Weight Fuel consumption AC output rating If a particular generator is desired based on the application then one of the fol...

Page 14: ...al operating decisions battery bus DC voltage The Inter Connect Circuit communicates VOLTAGE Voltage is the one value that triggers all of the events in the PRO Verter If it can t read the battery voltage it can t perform its critical role Make sure all system configuration diagrams are followed and that setup is complete before attempting to operate the PRO Verter DC Voltage is the safest and mos...

Page 15: ...ies PHOTOVOLTAIC Optimizes and regulates DC power from PV panels to charge batteries Support Circuits DC Voltage Battery Monitor circuit AGS Automatic Generator Start Stop circuit Recovery Circuits AC powered System recovery overdischarged batteries PV mediated System recovery overdischarged batteries Both the primary and the support circuit functions of the PRO Verter are managed by native progra...

Page 16: ...Verter is being used with other external DC power sources i e Photovoltaic Wind vehicular fuel cells etc all incoming power will be directed prioritized to the load reducing DC flowing from the batteries prolonging battery operation time and the reducing need for AC from a grid utility or generator source If a PRO Verter is being used with a fuel driven generator the AGS circuit can be used to con...

Page 17: ...fer switch is simple it maximizes the efficiency of the system while keeping constant power to the load If the PRO Verter is controlling a generator the transfer switch allows it to maximize the load on the generator for optimal engine operation and it also ensures that the all of the fuel i e energy consumed in the generator engine is utilized for direct load support and or to charge a connected ...

Page 18: ...epted the AC transfer relay closes passing AC power to the load and then charge function begins The PRO Verter is equipped with a logic controlled multi stage battery charger It actively monitors battery voltage and SOC using this information to control the amount of power used to charge the batteries in real time Voltage and current are independently controlled so that maximum charge current is a...

Page 19: ...so the output voltage of the Inverter is synchronized with Grid Generator through Phase Locked Loop PLL This synchronization process takes few seconds Once synchronization is completed the load is transferred instantly within 1 ms to Grid Generator at Zero Crossing of the voltage waveform for seamless transfer and for better protection of Transfer Relay contacts PV Charging Management Charging the...

Page 20: ...soft start allows the output voltage to ramp up gradually from around 48 VAC to 120 VAC in about 200 ms This dampens the high inrush current and concomitant voltage drop of inductive loads like motors This results in less mechanical stress wear and tear and increased lifetime of the PRO Verter and the loads Cooling Fan Operation The PRO Verter contains two 2 variable speed internal cooling fans th...

Page 21: ...harger to cool down Historical Data and Fault Tracking The PRO Verter tracks and provides data in both real time and historical format for both the AC and DC circuits which will aid in troubleshooting issues or verifying system performance The PRO Verter logs operating data and tracks faults on an SD card optional inserted into the User Interface Information regarding these functions are found in ...

Page 22: ...laced throughout the circuit It ensures the potential for a reverse polarity connection within the circuit is minimized If a problem occurs in a leg of the Inter Connect Circuit the affected leg will disconnect from the primary network leaving the other circuits functioning If a major failure occurs in the circuit then the entire network will shut down for System and Operator protection Operate wi...

Page 23: ...se to release Can be repaired or modified in the field Figure 4 Linear Inter Connect Plug Polarized 200 A maximum current 24 VDC connection only Mechanically locks into place Rotate knob clockwise to lock counterclockwise to release Can be repaired or modified in the field Inter Connect Cables for use with the Li Expander Pak 1300 have two types of plugs straight and angled The straight plug conne...

Page 24: ...0100 1 NOVATIO DEFENDER 1 KW WITH E START MOD 13 1000267 2 24VDC INTERCONNECT CABLE 5 20 0104025 1 24VDC PRO VERTER S 2000 120 EAG1 13 1000277 1 AC POWER CABLE 10 5 15P TO 5 15R 13 1000130 1 24VDC Inter Connect Strip 7 19 1000012 1 SOLAR VENTURE 300W KIT INCLUDES CABLE CASE 13 1000288 1 GENERATOR COMMUNICATION CABLE 1KW 2KW 10 13 1000032 2 24VDC INTERCONNECT CABLE 5 LINEAR ...

Page 25: ... the system 24 VDC bus Inter Connect network Stacking Locks Provide stability and alignment for stacked Expander Paks Tech Port Contact Solar Stik Technical Support for information Figure 5 External features of the Expander Pak Inter Connect Port Tech Port Stacking Locks x4 Top Top Bottom Stacking Locks External Features 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Description ...

Page 26: ...ne 2020 Solar Stik Inc 26 SYSTEM SETUP AND OPERATION GUDIE FOR THE 1 kW HYBRID POWER SYSTEM HPS PRELIMINARY DRAFT 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Data Plate D Plate Figure 6 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 D Plate ...

Page 27: ...enture 300W Kit Description Kit Components Solar Venture 300W PV Array 1 Hard transport case 2 4 section foldable PV array 3 Ground securing mesh large and small 4 Support frame 5 Sandbags 12 ea 6 Solar Cable Part 16 0800102 Figure 7 Solar Venture 300W PV Array components in transport case top and unpacked bottom 6 3 5 4 2 1 ...

Page 28: ... Description Connector Voltage Amps A 24 VDC Expander Pak Only Inter Connect Port Deltran 224 0061 BK 24 VDC 200 B GEN COMM Port Amphenol HA100001 02 36 C SOLAR ONLY Port Cannon Bayonet Receptacle CB2 22 2SC 30 100 VDC each charger 4 4 14 6 each charger Description Connector Voltage Amps A Exhaust Vent A PRO Verter Connection Ports and Vents C C A Figure 9 PRO Verter rear side B ...

Page 29: ... SYSTEM HPS PRELIMINARY DRAFT Description Connector Voltage Amps A 120 VAC GRID Input NEMA 5 15P 125 15 B Air Intake Vent Cover A Figure 10 PRO Verter left side B B Description Connector Voltage Amps A 120 VAC Output NEMA 5 20R 125 VAC 20 B Air Exhaust A B Figure 11 PRO Verter right side ...

Page 30: ...ter to a 120 VAC power source Press and hold the System Recovery button Turn on the PRO verter user interface Continue pressing the System Recovery button until the user interface reports Charging Generator Type Selection Switch Choose RANGER DEFENDER if the PRO Verter is connected to either of these gensets Choose OTHER if connected to other gensets e g MEP 802A or MEP 831A that have been equippe...

Page 31: ...component failure these will protect the system and operator The green LED over each breaker will be lit if the circuit is active and the breaker is not tripped The 15 A PV input breakers are push pull The circuit for each will be active when the breaker is pushed down Cooling Fan 1A Breaker The internal cooling fans are audible when functioning Push to reset the breaker if the AC Input or AC Outp...

Page 32: ...s from providers other than Solar Stik Custom cables may be required and can be provided by Solar Stik to establish connections with non Solar Stik components The balance of ALL System components that comprise an HPS must be maintained when substituting non Solar Stik components into a System Specification requirements for connected components are listed on Solar Stik component Faceplates PRO Vert...

Page 33: ...irect ground placement of any power management or energy storage component is generally not recommended but possible if no other option is available If it is necessary preventative measures for water and dust should be taken Consult the Maintenance Instructions section of this manual for additional details and component specific preventive maintenance checks and service PMCS 1 Minimize Potential f...

Page 34: ...n 2 After inserting the plug into the socket Figure 15B twist the knob to lock the connection Note The red wire cover denotes the positive terminal and green or black denotes the negative terminal A B The 24VDC Expander Pak 1300 normal operating voltage ranges from 21 0 VDC to 29 0 VDC Prior to operating the Expander Pak for the first time charge it fully Recharge it with connection to a PRO Verte...

Page 35: ... port on the left hand side of the PRO Verter S 2000 A custom cable may be required depending on the grid power outlet b Connect PRO Verter to AC Power Source Figure 16 PRO Verter s to AC power input connections Compatible Generator Options The PRO Verter S 2000 can remotely start stop the 1 kW and 2 kW man portable generators MPGs Figure 17 Figure 17 Compatible generator options Ranger 2 kW MPG D...

Page 36: ...Defender 1 kW and Ranger 2 kW MPGs Use a Generator Communication Cable 1kW and 2kW 10 to connect the Gen Comm port on the front of the PRO Verter to the communication port on the generator Figure 18 Defender 1 kW and Ranger 2 kW Gen Comm Cable connections Gen Comm Port Generator type Selection Switch PRO Verter S 2000 Defender 1 kW MPG Ranger 2 kW MPG ...

Page 37: ...an be connected to the PRO Verter as long as the power specifications for the arrays do not exceed the specifications listed on the Faceplate System PV arrays General Rules and Requirements Connect the PV array s Solar Cable to the PRO Verter Solar Only port s on the front of the PRO Verter For a detailed description of assembling the Array see the Operator Manual For The Solar Venture 300W Photov...

Page 38: ...perly secure the PV array s to the surface with sandbags could result in PV array damage injury or death in high winds Wind damage can render arrays nonfunctional or significantly reduce their functional life expectancy PV arrays must be properly secured to the ground even in low wind environments Note Before the arrays are secured to the ground be observant and take care to ensure the support fra...

Page 39: ...M HPS PRELIMINARY DRAFT f Connect PRO Verter to 120 VAC Loads Connect 120 VAC loads to the PRO Verter AC output on the left side of the PRO Verter Connect loads of no more than 20 A Turn off load power switches to prevent power draw during System setup Figure 22 PRO Verter AC power output port ...

Page 40: ...STOP SD CARD Select Group TIME SETTING Select Group OTHER FUNCTION Select Group INPUT HIGH LIMIT Select Group INPUT LOW LIMIT Select Group INPUT SETTING EVO 1224 AC output Standby 120 0V 0 1 A 60 00Hz Select Group TIME SETTING Enter the time 2019 11 11 00 00 Home Screen 1 Press ENTER button 2 Press DOWN button to arrive at TIME SETTING press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN buttons to change value of the di...

Page 41: ...will be reduced or not be able to support loads that fall within the rated performance of the PRO Verter Consult table on the PRO Verter S 2000 I Plate for recommendations on setting the AC INPUT when connected to a Ranger Defender MPG Select Group CHARGE CURVE Select Group INPUT SETTING EVO 1224 AC output Standby 120 0V 0 1 A 60 00Hz Select Parameter INPUT SETTING DEFAULT FREQ 0 60Hz Select Param...

Page 42: ...ec Generator Cranking Qualifying AC irregular 1 per sec 1 Prior to generator operation check the following items a Fuel and oil levels b Engine switch ON c Eco throttle switch OFF d Fuel tank vent cap lever ON e Choke lever OPEN 2 Toggle Generator Type switch to required position 3 Toggle Generator Control switch to ON Alarm sounds 10 s 4 Generator cranks 2 min max Five 5 attempts before fault 5 G...

Page 43: ...een in various menu maps Down Move from upper to lower menu screen in various menu maps Enter right arrow Select write a particular value or option Access programmable settings Status LED Blue LED indicator for indicating operating status Fault LED Red LED indicator for indicating fault conditions SD Card Slot This slot supports an SD memory card up to 16GB FAT16 32 The SD card is used for data lo...

Page 44: ...er On Off button is pressed for 5 sec On On Normal charging Flash 1 time sec Off Equalization charging Flash 2 times sec Off Inverting discharging alarm beep 3 sec default off On Off Low battery alarm alarm beep 1 sec On Flash 1 sec Power saving Flash 1 time 3 sec Off Standby Flash 1 time 5 sec Off Fault Off On Table 1 User Interface LED Indicators The Status LED indicates the operating status of ...

Page 45: ...energy stored in the batteries The AC power input source is the back up power source to support AC loads Chrg Only 1 Under ONLINE MODE only Option 2 Charger Only Provides charging and pass through when the AC input is available The PRO Verter inverter is inactive when AC input is not available PRO Verter Operating Modes Table 2 Operating Modes Descriptions When the PRO Verter is operating normally...

Page 46: ...arging 10 00A EVO 1224 0 Bulk Stage ACout 1200VA PF 1 00 Charging 1200W EVO 1224 Battery Heat sink Transformer Charging 25 0 C 25 0 C 25 0 C EVO 1224 EVO Ver X XX RC Ver X XX 2019 04 21 15 00 Charging ID 1 EVO 1224 0 Bulk Stage ACin 120 V 60 00 Hz Charging 10 0A Inverting Charging The read only parameters available for viewing when the PRO Verter is in Power Save Inverting or Charging Mode are sho...

Page 47: ...ciated value can be changed Pressing the BACK key will exit to the previous level There is a 30 second time out for setting parameters after 30 seconds the setting mode will be cancelled and the display will revert to the operating mode screen associated with current operation Navigating Select Group and Select Parameter Menu Maps Select Group CHARGE CURVE Select Group STOP SD CARD Select Group TI...

Page 48: ... INPUT LOW LIMIT Parameters for grid generator input low voltage level Group 4 INPUT HIGH LIMIT Parameters for grid generator input high voltage level Group 5 OTHER FUNCTION Power Saving Alarm Remote Switch Multi function Relay etc Group 6 TIME SETTING Local time clock setting Group 7 STOP SD CARD Shown only when SD card is inserted To stop SD card and to remove the SD card Parameter Groups PRO Ve...

Page 49: ...ge set point for this period of time before the inverter shuts off LV CUT OFF TIME 3600 sec This timer shuts off everything including the charger The load on the inverter will already be cut off during this time EQUALIZE 4STAGES 0 NO Equalize disabled with LiFePO4 batteries ONLINE MODE 0 Option 1 Default Offline 0 Normal AC input priority Off Line 1 On Line Inverter priority 2 Charger Only Chargin...

Page 50: ...Stable AC input SYNC GEN 0 Fine Sets syncing algorithm for AC input 0 Stable AC Input 1 not Stable AC Input INPUT OC PROTECT 0 INVMODE If the AC input current is 1 A more than the programmed value of Grid Max Current Gen Max Current for more than 5 sec the PRO Verter will switch over to Inverting mode to ensure that AC power to the load is maintained If the load reduces to 1 A less than the progra...

Page 51: ... which the low AC input voltage Cut Off 3 is allowed Input Low Limit Programmable Settings Table 6 Parameters for Grid Generator Input Low Voltage Level GROUP 4 INPUT HIGH LIMIT Parameter Setting Value Description RESET VOLTAGE 125 0 V This is the reset voltage at which the PRO Verter will revert to Charging mode after it has switched over to Inverting mode due to input voltage falling to Cut Off ...

Page 52: ...hile in Inverting mode DEFAULT RESET 0 NO This is to reset all of the parameters to the factory values The factory values are not the program values set by Solar Stik DATA LOG TIME 2 10 sec A real time clock inside the user interface records timing The time interval between recordings is programmable Events and Errors are recorded as soon as they are sensed PARAMETER SAVE 0 NO Save all parameters ...

Page 53: ...FUNCTION Select Parameter OTHER FUNCTION POWER SAVING 0 Disable ENTER key DOWN key x 4 ENTER key DOWN key x 10 Password key in 0000 Select Parameter OTHER FUNCTION PARAMETER SAVE 0 No Saved file end ENTER key Select Parameter OTHER FUNCTION PARAMETER SAVE 1 Yes Select Parameter OTHER FUNCTION PARAMETER SAVE 0 No ENTER key DOWN key Press ENTER key hold for 3 to 4 seconds and release Select Paramete...

Page 54: ...ser interface s internal real time clock Available options for Data Log Time are 0 Disable 1 1 sec default 2 10 sec 3 30 sec 4 60 sec 5 5 min 6 10 min Events and Error Codes are recorded as soon as they are sensed The following 25 data fields include System electrical parameters events and error codes Data Log Files Viewing Data Log Files Using Excel The Data Log files are written as text files tx...

Page 55: ...al to the programmed value of Data Log Time Note Event Error Codes will be logged as soon as they occur Follow procedure given below to open Data Log Files in Excel Start Excel Click File Microsoft Office Button on the top left hand corner Click Open from the drop down menu Navigate to the directory where the Log files downloaded from the SD card are located Click on File Types selection button at...

Page 56: ...STEM SETUP AND OPERATION GUDIE FOR THE 1 kW HYBRID POWER SYSTEM HPS PRELIMINARY DRAFT Text Import Wizard Step 2 will appear Choose Semicolon and click Finish button Text Import Wizard Step 1 will be shown Choose Delimited file type ...

Page 57: ...enerator The rate of energy consumption may also vary The graphs below provide idealized theoretical estimates of how the System will perform under various scenarios at different loads These graphs should not be viewed as an indication of exact System performance Generator only The first case demonstrates the 1 kW generator duty cycle in the HPS as a function of a series of continuous loads This c...

Page 58: ...ing only the 300 W PV array as a power source and assuming five 5 hours of sun daily In this scenario the System will run indefinitely when supporting loads loads of less than 63 W Load W Hours of Runtime Figure 28 System runtime at various loads with PV power only 21 7 14 5 10 9 8 7 7 2 6 2 5 4 4 8 4 3 0 4 8 12 16 20 24 50 W 100 W 150 W 200 W 250 W 300 W 350 W 400 W 450 W 500 W Hours of Runtime L...

Page 59: ...ry likewise The graph below illustrates how generator duty cycle decreases at various continuous loads as the power from PV increases 6 12 16 21 25 28 31 34 37 39 0 6 12 16 21 25 28 31 34 37 0 5 10 15 20 24 27 30 33 36 0 3 9 14 19 23 26 30 33 36 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 Generator Duty Cycle vs Load 300 W PV Generator Duty Cycle no PV Duty Cycle 300 kW PV 4...

Page 60: ...m will begin charging batteries within two 2 minutes 2 Connect an active PV array exposed to sun to PRO Verter Turn on PRO Verter user interface Use either an active generator grid 120 VAC source or continuous PV to charge the batteries TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 1 Toggle Generator Control switch from ON or AUTO to OFF 2 Correct condition that caused fault Likely causes are listed a Fuel and oil l...

Page 61: ...f a PV array voltage measurement indicates that a PV array is either not functioning or is performing very poorly Figure 30 Measuring PV array open circuit voltage Voc 30 Solar Cable The rated Voc for the array is 65 V A C B Measuring PV Array Voltages Voltage open circuit Voc is unregulated PV array voltage and measured directly from the leads of an array when not connected to a load such as a ch...

Page 62: ... and the alarm in PRO Verter will now beep steady If the Battery low voltage fault condition is not reset within the LV Cut Off Time the PRO Verter will shut down completely after the LV Cut Off Time LCD screen LED Alarm will be off has expired If the batteries are being charged by the PV array and the battery voltage recovers to the set Reset Voltage before LV Cut Off Time time expires while in B...

Page 63: ...rent to the load is 1A more than the set threshold of GRID MAX CURRENT GEN MAX CURRENT for 5 seconds current is sampled every 33 3 μs There will be no AC output because the Transfer Relay will be de energized charging will be stopped and PWM drive to the Inverter Section will be switched OFF The Blue LED marked Status will be switched OFF and the Red LED marked Fault will be steady ON The alarm in...

Page 64: ...ned off and will require manual reset by powering off waiting for 1 minute and then powering on again Note If there is short circuit condition in Charging mode i e when AC input is available short circuit condition on the output side will trip the AC input breaker The load will be transferred to the inverter and the inverter will then see short circuit condition and will shut down as described abo...

Page 65: ...g properly there is no blockage of air suction and discharge vents adequate cool replacement air is available and the ambient temperature is within the limits Reduce the load and Bulk Current The fault will be cleared when the heat sink has cooled down to 40 C SD card unusable Data logging will not start Check that the format is FAT16 FAT32 Check that the capacity is less than 16 GB Reformat the c...

Page 66: ...ith water and dry the filter Reinstall 3 If the filter is damaged or cannot be cleaned replace If the filter cannot be cleaned is too damaged to function properly and a replacement is not immediately available the unit is partially mission capable Replace the filter as soon as possible to restore the unit to fully mission capable 1Clean or replace more frequently when the System is operating in du...

Page 67: ...n it by rinsing it with water to remove the particulate matter and dry it Replace the filter if it is crushed rotted or cracked as illustrated in the left column of Figure 33 Spare filters may be stored behind the PRO Verter I Plate 3 Reinstall the clean dry filter or install the new filter Secure the vent shroud with the four 4 fasteners Figure 33 Replacing PRO Verter filter left cleaning a PRO V...

Page 68: ...nspected Interval at 91 140 ºF 33 60 ºC Storage Temp Interval at 77 90 ºF 25 32 ºC Storage Temp Procedures Non mission Capable 1 Visual inspection of 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 M1 Q2 1 Inspect case for visible damage and missing items 2 Clean excessive dust or dirt accumulation from the exterior and ports 3 Close all unused port covers If the case is broken or split or if the port is damaged conta...

Page 69: ... sandbags are full and situated properly 3 Ensure that none of the sandbags is positioned in a way that places stress on any part of the PV array If any aspect of the ground securing components is damaged or missing to the point the PV array cannot be secured to the ground the PV array is NMC Contact Solar Stik to repair or replace the PV array An unsecured PV array can become a wind driven projec...

Page 70: ...f the case flank the latches on the front of the case A lock similar to the one shown in Figure 35is recommended not all locks are compatible Case Latch Figure 34 Steel reinforced padlock holes Figure 35 Lock securing Case Steel reinforced Holes Human Transport of Components There are no transport restrictions for these components which are safe for all modes of transportation including land sea a...

Page 71: ... transport case has wheels and handles to facilitate rolling transport and one 1 or two 2 person carry The transport is weight 45 6 lb 20 7 kg or 53 1 lb 24 1 kg with 30 ft Solar Cable The 1 kW MPG has a dry weight of 39 1 lbs 17 7 kg has a handle on top and can be carried by a single person The 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 weighs 34 lb 15 42 kg and can be carried by a single person Please see the O...

Page 72: ... of such Products the Products shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship and shall conform to the contractual specifications or to specification sheet of the Product This warranty does not cover defects or failure caused by improper handling storage maintenance or repair or by any modification misconnection abuse abnormal use of such Products inter alia overloading or overcharging or...

Page 73: ...port of small scale renewable energy power generation systems with detailed explanation of system components Advanced configuration options with hands on deployment of actual systems will enhance student understanding Solar Stik New Equipment Training on site teaches Hybrid System configuration options with hands on deployment of actual systems to enhance student understanding Solar Stik Training ...

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