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Installation
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CyperPower On-grid Solar Power Generating System
The CyberPower On-grid Solar Power Generating System is
designed to convert solar electric
(photovoltaic or PV) power into
utility-grade electricity that can be used by the
home or sold to
the local power company.
Installing the On-grid Solar Power Generating System consists of
mounting it to the wall and connecting the DC input to a PV array
and the AC output to the utility. See below figure for a simple
diagram of a typical installation.
In order to operate, the On-grid Solar Power Generating System
must have grid power available and connected. It will not provide
backup power if the AC grid fails.
Installation Options
The On-grid Solar Power Generating System may be installed as a
single On-grid Solar Power Generating System, or in a multiple
On-grid Solar Power Generating System configuration.
For CPSPV3600ETL / CPSPV3000ETL / CPSPV2000ETL, only one PV
array can be connected to the On-grid Solar Power Generating
System.
Single On-grid Solar Power Generating System
Installation
In this configuration, a single On-grid Solar Power Generating
System collects the harvested solar energy and route the power
to the main utility service panel to be used by the loads. Any
surplus power not used by the loads will be directed to the utility
grid.
Multiple On-grid Solar Power Generating System
Installation
If multiple On-grid Solar Power Generating System are used, each
On-grid Solar Power Generating System must be wired to an
independent PV array. In this configuration, each On-grid Solar
Power Generating System collects the harvested solar energy
from a separate PV array and routes the power to the main utility
service panel to be used by the loads. Any surplus power not
used by the loads will be directed to the utility grid.
Planning the Installation
The following issues need to be considered when planning for an
installation using the On-grid Solar Power Generating System. See
the specified sections for more information.
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On-grid Solar Power Generating System Location?
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PV Array Requirements?
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Grounding Requirements?
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Routing the wires?
Ensure that you have obtained all permits required by local
authorities or utilities before commencing installation.
On-grid Solar Power Generating System Location
WARNING! Burn hazard
Do not install in a location where people can
accidentally come
into contact with the On-grid Solar Power Generating System.
High temperatures can be present on the On-grid Solar Power
Generating System, causing a potential burn hazard.
In extreme condition, the On-grid Solar Power Generating System
chassis can reach temperatures over 70
℃
(158
℉
), which can
cause skin burns if accidentally touched. Ensure that the On-grid
Solar Power Generating System is located away from normal
traffic areas.
On-grid Solar Power Generating System failure due to improper
installation will void the On-grid Solar Power Generating System
warranty. Consider the following when determining where to
install the On-grid Solar Power Generating System.
Fire Safety
Do not install anywhere near combustible or flammable
materials.
Indoor/Outdoor
The On-grid Solar Power Generating System uses a Type
IP65-rated enclosure that can be mounted indoors or outdoors.
Orientation
The On-grid Solar Power Generating System must be mounted
vertically on a wall or pole. Do not mount the On-grid Solar
Power Generating System horizontally.
Temperature
Ensure that the On-grid Solar Power Generating System is
mounted in a location where the ambient temperature range is
-20
℃
to +60
℃
. When the temperature is over +40
℃
, the
On-grid Solar Power Generating System may de-rate power.
Ground Clearance
Outdoors, the On-grid Solar Power Generating System requires at
least 50 cm (19.7 inches) of clearance between the bottom of the
unit and the ground.
Indoors, it is recommended that the same clearance between the
bottom of the unit and the floor be used.
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