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About the SunPower Solar Inverter

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Front Panel Features

Wiring/Disconnect Box

The wiring/disconnect box is standard for all North American models of the 
inverter. The wiring/disconnect box provides a location for making AC, DC and 
ground connections. It also contains the DC/AC (PV array/utility) disconnect 
switch. When used with the inverter, the DC/AC disconnect switch is 600V AC 
and DC rated and is identified on the outside by an illustration showing the open 
and closed switch positions. The switch is lockable, and meets NEC Section 690 
requirements as a means of disconnect.

WARNING: Shock hazard

The 600 volt DC/AC disconnect in the wiring/disconnect box meets NEC Article 690. It is 
a non-serviceable component and shall remain in place. Separating the inverter and 
wiring/disconnect box, or removing the wiring/disconnect box cover can expose 
energized conductors. PV input circuits in the wiring box ahead of the switch remain 
energized even when the switch is in the “off” position—hazardous voltage will still be 
present on the DC input (PV) terminals under the clear plastic insulation barrier inside the 
wiring/disconnect box.

Figure 1-2

Front Panel Features

LED Indicators 

DC/AC Disconnect Switch

Mounting Slots

Heat Sink

LCD

Wiring/Disconnect Box

Summary of Contents for SPR-2800 Series

Page 1: ...SunPower Solar Inverter Owner s Manual SPR 2800x SPR 3300x SPR 4000x SPR 5000x...

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Page 3: ...SunPower Solar Inverter Owner s Manual...

Page 4: ...TY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL...

Page 5: ...manual is intended for anyone who needs to operate a SunPower Inverter Organization This manual is organized into 6 chapters and an appendix Chapter 1 contains information about the features and funct...

Page 6: ...rtant These notes describe things which are important for you to know but not as serious as a caution or warning CEC California Energy Commission CSA Canadian Standards Association GFDI Ground Fault D...

Page 7: ...unPower Corporation at www sunpowercorp com Ground In this guide Important information warnings or cautions On the product Important information warnings or cautions with further explanation in the pr...

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Page 9: ...r It contains no user serviceable parts See warranty for instructions on obtaining service Attempting to service the inverter yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void th...

Page 10: ...t installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installat...

Page 11: ...and Knockout Locations 2 5 Installing the Mounting Bracket 2 6 Mounting the Inverter on the Bracket 2 8 3 Wiring the Inverter Grounding Requirements 3 1 Ground Fault Fuse 3 3 Wiring Requirements 3 4...

Page 12: ...peration Mode 5 4 Offline Mode 5 6 Fault Mode 5 8 Special Screens 5 10 Custom Screens 5 10 Status Indicator Lights 5 11 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Factors Affecting Inverter Performance 6 1 PV...

Page 13: ...Contents 975 0335 01 01 xi User Display A 11 Display Accuracy A 11 Mechanical Specifications A 11 Regulatory Approvals A 12 Information About Your System A 13 Index IX 1...

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Page 15: ...alling the inverter consists of mounting it to the wall and connecting the DC input to a PV array and the AC output to the utility See Figure 1 1 for a simple diagram of a typical installation In orde...

Page 16: ...h frequency solid state design of the inverter is extremely efficient See Appendix A Specifications for the efficiency ratings of each model Expandable Multiple inverters may be networked together for...

Page 17: ...meets NEC Section 690 requirements as a means of disconnect WARNING Shock hazard The 600 volt DC AC disconnect in the wiring disconnect box meets NEC Article 690 It is a non serviceable component and...

Page 18: ...itch can also serve as a lockable isolating device Important In North America and other locations the wiring disconnect box is an electrical code requirement Regulatory approval is based on the wiring...

Page 19: ...be wired to an independent PV array Communications between inverters can be enabled by installing network cabling to the inverter RJ 45 ports See Connecting Network Cable Between Multiple Inverters o...

Page 20: ...ed according to the minimum clearances specified on page 2 7 Orientation The inverter must be mounted vertically on a wall or pole Do not mount the inverter horizontally If mounting the inverter indoo...

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