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Mounting the Inverter

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Mounting the Inverter

Overview

General installation
steps

There are four main steps in the installation of the GT Inverter:

Mounting the GT Inverter and installing accessories (this chapter)

Making the DC connections from the PV array to the GT Inverter
(“Connecting the DC Wiring” on page 3–4)

Making the AC connections from the GT Inverter to the main utility service
panel (“Connecting the AC Wiring” on page 3–7)

Grounding the PV array (see your PV equipment documentation).

Figure 2-6 summarizes these four steps.

WARNING: Fire, Shock and Energy Hazards

Before installing the GT Inverter, read all instructions and cautionary markings located in
this manual, on the PV array, and on the main service panel.

Figure 2-6

Installation Overview

Utility Grid

PV Panels

Xantrex GT Inverter

Main Utility

Service Panel

Utility
Meter

600 Vdc

Open

Circuit

Maximum

Primary Earth/

Ground

Gr id Tie Inv erter

Содержание GT3.0

Страница 1: ...Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter Owner s Manual GT3 0 ...

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Страница 4: ...ners and are used herein for identification purposes only Notice of Copyright Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter Owner s Manual September 2004 Xantrex International All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHE...

Страница 5: ...ns of the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter Chapter 2 Installation provides information about planning for and installing the GT Inverter It contains information to help you plan wire routes AC and DC connections and find a suitable location for installation It also discusses requirements for grounding the GT Inverter and your PVarray Chapter 3 Wiring the Inverter provides procedures for making DC a...

Страница 6: ...ese notes describe things which are important for you to know but not as serious as a caution or warning AC Alternating Current CSA Canadian Standards Association DC Direct Current GT Grid Tie GUI Graphical User Interface LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MPPT Maximum Power Point Tracking PC Personal Computer PV Photovoltaic PVGFP PV Ground Fault Protection PWM Pulse Width Modula...

Страница 7: ... to Photovoltaic PV System Design and Installation California Energy Commission CEC publication 500 01 020 June 2001 available at www energy ca gov California Interconnection Guidebook a Guide to Interconnecting Customer owned Electric Generation Equipment to the Electric Utility Distribution System using California s Electric Rule 21 California Energy Commission CEC publication 500 03 083 Septemb...

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Страница 9: ...shock make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized Do not operate the GT Inverter with damaged or substandard wiring 6 Do not operate the GT Inverter if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way If the GT Inverter is damaged see the Warranty section 7 Do not disassemble the GT Inverter It contains no user serviceable parts See ...

Страница 10: ... has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interferen...

Страница 11: ...disconnect for the home or business may be used as well Have someone watch the front panel of the inverter Within 2 seconds of switching the breaker the green light on the front of the inverter must go out The display will respond with an AC Fault display indicating that the AC is out of the operating range Re energize the breaker to the inverter The unit will respond by beginning its countdown Th...

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Страница 13: ...del Configurations 1 8 2 Installation Installation Options 2 2 Single Inverter Installation 2 2 Multiple Inverter Installations 2 2 Planning the Installation 2 2 Inverter Location 2 4 PV Array Requirements 2 5 Grounding Requirements 2 8 Routing the Wires 2 11 Preparing for the Installation 2 13 Wiring 2 13 Circuit Breakers and Disconnect Switch 2 13 Other Materials Needed 2 14 Equipment Needed 2 1...

Страница 14: ...e PV Array DC Voltage 4 2 Checking the AC Utility Voltage 4 2 Replacing the Wiring Box Cover 4 3 Starting up the GT Inverter 4 4 5 Monitoring the Inverter Monitoring the Front Panel Display 5 2 Front Panel Display Screens and What They Mean 5 3 Startup Mode 5 3 Normal Operation Mode 5 3 Offline Mode 5 5 Fault Mode 5 6 Special Screens 5 8 Custom Screens 5 9 Status Indicator Lights 5 9 6 Maintenance...

Страница 15: ... settings A 3 Efficiency A 4 Environmental Specifications A 5 User Display A 5 Mechanical Specifications A 5 Accessories A 6 Warranty and Return Information Warranty WA 1 Disclaimer WA 2 Return Material Authorization Policy WA 3 Return Procedure WA 3 Out of Warranty Service WA 3 Information About Your System WA 4 Index ...

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Страница 17: ...the Inverter on the Mounting Bracket 2 22 Figure 2 12 Attaching the fan assembly 2 24 Figure 2 13 Location of Fan Connector 2 25 Figure 3 1 Removing the Wiring Box Cover 3 2 Figure 3 2 AC and DC Terminal Block Location in the Wiring Box 3 3 Figure 3 3 AC DC Disconnect Switch Positions 3 4 Figure 3 4 DC Connections for Grounded PV Array 3 6 Figure 3 5 AC Connections from GT Inverter to Utility Serv...

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Страница 19: ...Table 5 3 Normal Operation Screens for All GT Inverter Units 5 4 Table 5 4 Additional Normal Operation Screens for Each GT Inverter Unit in a Multiple Unit System 5 5 Table 5 5 Offline Mode Default Display 5 5 Table 5 6 Offline Mode Screens for All GT Inverter Units 5 6 Table 5 7 Additional Offline Mode Screens for Each GT Inverter Unit in a Multiple Unit System 5 6 Table 5 8 Fault Message Screens...

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Страница 21: ... Solar Inverter The topics in this chapter are organized as follows About the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter Standard Features on page 1 3 Safety and Standards on page 1 5 Removable Components Wiring Box standard on North American models on page 1 6 Optional Heat Sink Cover and Fan on page 1 7 Model Configurations ...

Страница 22: ... 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 order to operate the GT Inverter must have grid power available and connected It will not provide backup power if the AC grid fails Figure 1 1 Basic System Overview UtilityGrid Photovoltaic PV Panels PV Array Xantrex GT Inverter MainUtility Service Panel...

Страница 23: ... future system growth Communications protocol The GT Inverter uses the Xanbus Communications protocol enabling it to communicate with other units connected in parallel within the system For more information see Xanbus Network Technology on page 3 12 Standard Features The GT Inverter has the following standard features Sealed inverter section with multiple wiring options to facilitate a variety of ...

Страница 24: ...s GT Fan Kit Xantrex part 864 0201 includes Heat sink cover Fan assembly Figure 1 2 Main Features of the GT Inverter LED Indicator Lights AC DC Disconnect Switch Mounting Slots Heat Sink LCD Wiring Box Xantrex GT3 0 Inverter Optional Heat Sink cover ...

Страница 25: ... U S Canadian and international safety operating standards and code requirements UL 1741 Standard for Inverters Converters and Controllers for Use in Independent Power Systems CSA C22 2 No 107 1 01 General Use Power Supplies Figure 1 3 shows the location of the safety label and the data label with model serial and part number information Figure 1 3 Safety and Data Label Locations Safety Label Loca...

Страница 26: ...ing AC DC and ground connections It also contains the combined AC DC Utility PV array Disconnect Switch The GT Inverter unit may be easily removed from the wiring box in the event that the inverter requires servicing Important In North America and other locations the wiring box is an electrical code requirement It must be attached during operation Check with your local authorities before removing ...

Страница 27: ...he heat sink cover shades the heat sink from direct sunlight and provides a pathway to funnel the forced air from the fans over the heat sink to optimize cooling WARNING Burn hazard In extreme conditions the GT Inverter chassis can reach temperatures over 70 C 158 F which can cause skin burns if accidentally touched Ensure that the GT Inverter is located away from normal traffic areas See Figure 1...

Страница 28: ...t Voltage 208 Vac 60 Hz North America 3 phase 230 Vac 50 Hz Europe 3 phase 240 Vac 60 Hz North America See Figure 1 3 on page 1 5 for data label location Table 1 1 shows the different model configurations available Installation and wiring instructions are provided in Chapter 2 Installation and Chapter 3 Wiring the Inverter Table 1 1 GT Inverter Models Model Number Output Power x x Output Voltage c...

Страница 29: ...ion for installation It also discusses requirements for grounding the GT Inverter and your PVarray Procedures are provided for installing the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter The topics in this chapter are organized as follows Installation Options on page 2 2 Planning the Installation on page 2 2 Preparing for the Installation on page 2 13 Mounting the Inverter on page 2 15 Installing Accessories o...

Страница 30: ...on each inverter 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 injected into the utility grid Communications between inverters is optional but can be enabled by installing communications cabling to the inverter RJ45 ports See Connect the Communications Cable...

Страница 31: ...GT Inverter Surpluspower routed toUtility Grid Grid T ie Inverter DC converted to AC MainUtility Service Panel PhotovoltaicPanels Multiple PV Arrays Xantrex GT Inverters GT Inverter 2 PV Array 1 GT Inverter 1 PV Array 2 DC converted to AC Harvested solar energy Harvested solarenergy UtilityGrid Utility Meter Loads Surpluspower routed toUtility Grid Power routed toloads Grid Tie Inverter Grid Tie I...

Страница 32: ...door installations should be located away from lawn sprinklers and other sources of spray Orientation The GT Inverter must be mounted vertically on a wall or pole Do not mount the GT Inverter horizontally Temperature Ensure that the GT Inverter is mounted in a location where the ambient temperature range is 25 to 65 C 13 to 149 F At extreme hot or cold temperatures the front panel LCD may not func...

Страница 33: ...he installation an external disconnect may be required if the inverter is installed in a location not easily accessible to utility or fire personnel Consult local authorities for additional information Integral roofing products should be properly rated Installation recommendations All electrical terminations should be fully tightened secured and strain relieved as appropriate All mounting equipmen...

Страница 34: ...l window are shown in Table 2 1 Maximum PV Power The solar array should be sized such that its maximum power output does not exceed the limits of the MPPT operational window 195 to 550 Vdc See Guidelines for Matching PV Array Size to Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter Input Under no conditions should the array voltage exceed 600 VOC open circuit voltage Table 2 1 MPPT Operational Window Voltage Effec...

Страница 35: ...25 C 77 F Panel voltage increases in cold temperatures the panel manufacturer should be able to provide a coefficient of voltage increase per degree The NEC also has required temperature voltage deratings that must be used these can be found in Table 690 7 of the 2002 NEC handbook You need to determine the coldest temperatures expected on the site and size the array strings accordingly The array s...

Страница 36: ...ar This ground bar must also be connected to the main utility breaker panel ground bar and to the house grounding rod according to NEC requirements see Figure 2 2 The size for the conductor is usually based on the size of the largest conductor in the DC system Long Distance Grounding If the PV array is more than 30 m 100 feet from the inverter then there must also be a direct connection from the a...

Страница 37: ... 01 2 9 Figure 2 2 Basic Grounding Overview G Primary Earth Ground Neutral to Ground Bond L1 L2 NEUTRAL GROUND Main Utility Service Panel AC DC Disconnect Switch Xantrex GT Inverter Wiring Box G PV Array PV String 1 G G PV String 2 GND bar ...

Страница 38: ...OUND Main Utility Service Panel G G G PV Array PV String 1 G Xantrex GT Inverter Wiring Box G PV String 2 Distance 30 m 100 ft When the distance between the PV Array and the GT Inverter is greater than 30 m 100 ft the array should have its own earth ground which should be connected to the Primary Earth Ground by a buried wire Check your local codes for grounding requirements buried wire ...

Страница 39: ...tion methods should conform to applicable electrical and building codes For installations in the United States the National Electrical Code NEC and local codes apply For installations in Canada the Canadian Electrical Code CEC and local codes apply For all installations local utilities may have additional requirements Figure 2 4 Grounding With Extra Lightning Protection Overview Primary Earth Grou...

Страница 40: ...nverter AC terminals and the main utility service panel Pre plan these routes carefully before installing the components Planning DC Wire Routing DC connections include all the wires and connectors between your PV array and the DC terminals of the GT Inverter Pre plan these routes carefully before installing the components Figure 2 5 Knockout Locations on Bottom of Wiring Box WARNING Shock hazard ...

Страница 41: ...mmended wire stripping length Strip all wires 9 mm 3 8 inch Acceptable wire sizes The AC and DC terminal blocks in the GT Inverter accept wire sizes from 14 AWG to 6 AWG Wiring should be sized such that the maximum voltage drop at full power from the PV array to the inverter is 2 or less Circuit Breakers and Disconnect Switch The following circuit breakers disconnect switch and fuse are required f...

Страница 42: ...Inverter Other Materials Needed Mounting support material such as plywood or poles Conduit for wire runs and appropriate fittings bushings Wood screws and anchors for screws depending on mounting surface Equipment Needed Wire cutters wire crimpers wire strippers Assorted screwdrivers drill etc Level Digital Voltmeter Frequency counter optional for troubleshooting WARNING Shock hazard The 600 volt ...

Страница 43: ...m the GT Inverter to the main utility service panel Connecting the AC Wiring on page 3 7 4 Grounding the PV array see your PV equipment documentation Figure 2 6 summarizes these four steps WARNING Fire Shock and Energy Hazards Before installing the GT Inverter read all instructions and cautionary markings located in this manual on the PV array and on the main service panel Figure 2 6 Installation ...

Страница 44: ...locations on the wiring box are shown in Figure 2 7 Four 2 cm or 2 5 cm 3 4 inch or 1 inch knockouts are provided on the back and bottom of the unit to accommodate wiring two on the bottom of the wiring box on either side of the AC DC Disconnect Switch two on the back of the wiring box Four 2 cm 3 4 inch conduit holes on the sides of the wiring box are filled with plastic plugs which can be remove...

Страница 45: ...r and wiring box The inverter can be separated from the wiring box and removed from the bracket leaving the wiring box in place Figure 2 7 Dimensions of GT Inverter and Knockout Locations 40 3 cm 15 9 55 0 cm 21 6 69 6 cm 27 4 72 5 cm 28 5 14 6 cm 5 7 5 8 cm 2 278 2 cm 3 4 conduit holes with threaded caps on both sides Wiring Box Side view Front view Front Panel Heat Sink Cover Flange and Mounting...

Страница 46: ...Mounting flanges Rectangular slots 25 8 mm 30 mm 5 16 1 3 16 25 3 cm 10 58 7 cm 23 1 Table 2 2 Inverter Clearance Requirements Location Minimum Clearance Above 30 cm 12 inches Below Inverter Bracket Outdoors 100 cm 39 inches 110 cm 43 inches Indoors the same clearances are recommended but not required The inverter extends below the bracket by approximately 10 cm 4 inches In front Sufficient room t...

Страница 47: ...l studs If mounting to exterior siding using a wall stud for support the plywood backing will not be needed Use at least two lag screws to secure the unit to the supporting material Ensure the screws enter the stud at least 4 cm 1 5 inches to adequately support the weight of the unit See Mounting on Wallboard Siding or Concrete on page 2 21 Mounting to concrete surface If mounting the unit on a co...

Страница 48: ...rtically to the poles or rails Figure 2 9 Be sure to use at least two bolts to secure the mounting bracket to the support Position the lower edge of the bracket a minimum of 110 cm 43 inches above the floor or ground 3 If using a single vertical pole ensure that the inverter is secure and unable to rotate around the pole Figure 2 9 Examples of Mounting on a Pole or Rails Ground Floor Ground Floor ...

Страница 49: ... screws and anchors are needed for concrete installations or wallboard installations where no wall studs are available for support For multiple inverters mounted in parallel the brackets should be mounted 30 cm 12 inches apart Inverters mounted less than 30 cm 12 inches apart may not achieve full rated power 5 Remove the bracket and drill the holes using an appropriately sized drill bit Drill appr...

Страница 50: ...te the mounting slots in the flange below the wiring box and mark the location on the wall for securing screws 3 Remove the inverter and drill pilot holes in the wallboard or siding for the securing screws 4 Reinstall the GT Inverter on the bracket and secure the bottom of the unit with appropriate screws or anchors and tighten Figure 2 11 Proper Placement of the Inverter on the Mounting Bracket S...

Страница 51: ...nstalled together Neither accessory should be installed without the other Installing the Fan Assembly The fan assembly see Figure 1 5 on page 1 7 is optional for the GT Inverter Installing the fan assembly involves two main steps 1 Attaching the fan assembly to the inverter 2 Connecting the fan wires WARNING Shock hazard If the inverter is already installed and operational turn OFF the breaker swi...

Страница 52: ...the front panel of the inverter two screws on each side immediately below the heat sink see Figure 2 12 2 Place the fan bracket with screw holes overlapping the screw holes on the inverter The fans should be facing up on the upper side of the fan bracket 3 Replace the four panhead screws and washers removed in step 1 Figure 2 12 Attaching the fan assembly ...

Страница 53: ...on the underside of the front panel 3 Plug the wire leads from the fan assembly into the pin connectors on the DC circuit board The pins are located to the left of the LCD below the ground fault protection fuse 4 Replace the front panel cover using the screws removed in step 2 with the wire leads passing through the notch at the top of the cover ensuring that the wires are not pinched 5 Replace th...

Страница 54: ...rter heat sink It should snap into place 3 Push the cover so that it curves outward away from the inverter and insert the right side flange into the groove on the right side of the inverter heat sink It should snap into place To remove the heat sink cover from the inverter 1 Press the right side of the heat sink cover inward i e toward the left side and simultaneously lift it upwards to pull it ou...

Страница 55: ...ounding the GT Inverter and the PV array Instructions for wiring inverters in parallel are also provided The topics in this chapter are organized as follows Accessing the Wiring Terminals on page 3 2 Connecting the DC Wiring on page 3 4 Connecting the AC Wiring on page 3 7 Connecting Inverters in Parallel on page 3 10 ...

Страница 56: ...onnections are made at the wiring terminals shown in Figure 3 2 Insulating barrier The clear plastic insulating barrier inside the wiring box is a permanent component It is intended to separate the high voltage AC and DC wiring from any communications cabling and to prevent wiring from coming into contact with the wiring box cover When wiring the unit it is necessary to pull the cover back to acce...

Страница 57: ...iring Terminals 975 0131 01 01 3 3 Figure 3 2 AC and DC Terminal Block Location in the Wiring Box DC Terminals for connecting PV arrays AC Terminals for connecting to main utility service panel AC DC Disconnect Switch ...

Страница 58: ...ck hazard Whenever a PV array is exposed to sunlight a shock hazard exists at the output wires or exposed terminals Ensure that the AC DC Disconnect Switch is set to OFF before commencing any wiring See Figure 3 3 WARNING Shock hazard The 600 volt AC DC disconnect in the wiring box meets NEC Article 690 It is a non serviceable component and shall remain in place Removal can expose energized conduc...

Страница 59: ... proper location and tighten the screw 6 Connect the NEGATIVE wire from the 1 PV string to the PV1 terminal Double check that the wire is in the proper location and tighten the screw 7 Repeat for the 2 PV string if there is one Double check that the wires are in the proper locations and tighten the screws a Connect the POSITIVE wire from the 2 PV string to the PV2 terminal b Connect the NEGATIVE w...

Страница 60: ...or Grounded PV Array Important Depending upon installation and local codes fusing and or a combiner box may be required This fusing is to be provided by the installer PV Array PV String 1 PV String 2 AC DC Disconnect Switch Xantrex GT Inverter Wiring Box G G GND bar G ...

Страница 61: ...ne only by a qualified installer or electrician WARNING Shock hazard Before wiring the GT Inverter ensure the main breaker in the primary utility breaker box is switched OFF Switch this breaker ON only after all wiring is completed as instructed in the procedures Important In the United States the National Electrical Code NEC requires the inverter to be connected to a dedicated circuit and no othe...

Страница 62: ...he main utility service panel and ensure that the breakers are set to OFF 3 Connect the ground wire green or bare copper from the ground bar in the main utility service panel to the GND bar in the wiring box 4 Connect the L1 HOT wire black from the double pole breaker installed in the main utility service panel to the L1 GRID terminal in the wiring box 5 Connect the L2 HOT wire red from the double...

Страница 63: ...tions from GT Inverter to Utility Service Panel L1 L2 NEUTRAL GROUND Utility Grid Utility Meter L2 L1 L1 L2 Neutral Neutral to Ground Bond Primary Earth Ground L1 L2 Neutral G Xantrex GT Inverter Wiring Box Main Utility Service Panel AC DC Disconnect Switch GND bar ...

Страница 64: ...nduit from the PV strings to the GT Inverter wiring boxes through appropriate knockout holes Metal conduit is highly recommended 2 Remove the wiring box cover see page 3 2 3 Route the wires from the PV string s through the conduit and into the wiring box 4 Connect the DC Ground from each PV array to the GND bar in the wiring box 5 Follow the instructions on page 3 4 for connecting POSITIVE and NEG...

Страница 65: ...Connecting Inverters in Parallel 975 0131 01 01 3 11 Figure 3 6 Parallel GT Inverter DC and AC Wiring ...

Страница 66: ...Without communications wiring each inverter in a system will only display information pertinent to the unit and its associated PV array Xanbus Network Technology GT Inverters use Xanbus technology to communicate with other inverters in parallel Communications wiring between inverters is laid out in a daisy chain pattern each device on the network linked together with separate lengths of cable as s...

Страница 67: ... on the network GT Inverter Xanbus Ports Two RJ45 ports are provided in the GT Inverter accessible from the wiring box See Figure 3 9 for the location of these ports Figure 3 8 Male Network Terminator Figure 3 9 Xanbus RJ45 Ports in the GT Inverter Wiring Box RJ11 ports not used RJ45 Xanbus ports RS 232 port used to connect a PC to use the GUI See Custom Screens on page 5 9 Male network terminator...

Страница 68: ...equirements The network cable uses modular RJ45 connectors as shown in Figure 3 10 The connector is suitable for cost sensitive applications and is easily installed The RJ45 connector should be a modular plug 8 position 8 contact for round stranded unshielded cable CAUTION Equipment damage Do not use crossover cable in a Xanbus system Table 3 2 T568A Standard Wiring Pin Number Conductor Name CAT 5...

Страница 69: ...s Allow for some slack in the cable tension Keep the alignment of wire pairs inside the sheath as straight as possible Allow separation between data and power cables data cables should only cross a power cable at right angles Do not staple the cable with metal cable staples Use the appropriate hardware fasteners to avoid damage to the cable Table 3 3 Network Components and Part Numbers Network Com...

Страница 70: ...unication cable runs horizontally along the flat bottomed channel formed when the insulation barrier is in place The cable should run on top of the insulation barrier and out the side conduit hole avoiding any contact with the AC and DC wiring 5 Connect the communication cable to any RJ45 port in Inverter 2 6 For more than two inverters in parallel continue connecting cable as described above 7 In...

Страница 71: ... GND bar AC DC Disconnect Switch Xantrex GT Inverter 1 Wiring Box GND bar AC DC Disconnect Switch Xantrex GT Inverter 2 Wiring Box PV Array 2 G G Male Terminator MaleTerminator L2 L1 G L2 L1 G To Utility Service Panel See Figure 3 6 on page 3 11 for details of wiring connections Communications cable in separate conduit from AC and DC wiring ...

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Страница 73: ... the Inverter contains information on starting up the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter and performing a Functional Test The topics in this chapter are organized as follows Startup Procedure on page 4 2 Replacing the Wiring Box Cover on page 4 3 ...

Страница 74: ...gh to produce the required output voltage 2 Measure the PV array open circuit DC voltage across the DC positive and negative terminals This voltage must be greater than 150 volts DC to energize the electronics Checking the AC Utility Voltage To check the AC utility voltage 1 Switch on the main and inverter breakers in the main electrical service panel 2 Using an AC voltmeter measure the AC open ci...

Страница 75: ...r are aligned with the corresponding holes in the bottom of the inverter not the wiring box 3 Replace the two screws removed when the cover was removed see Installing the Fan Assembly on page 2 23 and tighten securely To replace the wiring box cover 1 Place the cover in position on the wiring box being careful not to pinch any wires in the wiring box 2 Ensure that the two screw holes in the bottom...

Страница 76: ... 1 2 Check the GT Inverter LCD The startup screens see Table 5 1 on page 5 3 should appear for five seconds each and then the Reconnecting in sss seconds special screen see Table 5 10 on page 5 8 will appear until the five minute five second default value protection timer countdown is completed Figure 4 1 AC DC Disconnect Switch Positions AC DC Disconnect Switch ...

Страница 77: ...ins information for understanding the LCD screens and the LED indicators The topics in this chapter are organized as follows Monitoring the Front Panel Display on page 5 2 Front Panel Display Screens and What They Mean on page 5 3 Status Indicator Lights on page 5 9 ...

Страница 78: ...s offline or there is fault condition When the GT Inverter is offline e g at night or a fault condition has been detected the LCD shows a message screen to indicate that state The specific fault condition will be identified See Table 5 5 Offline Mode Default Display on page 5 5 and Table 5 8 Fault Message Screens on page 5 7 Viewing more information Additional screens of information about the perf...

Страница 79: ...tion Mode The LCD on the GT Inverter is refreshed every two seconds so all readings are current to within two seconds There is a default display available at all times and a series of additional screens that can be displayed by tapping the Xantrex logo near the LCD to change the display Normal Operation default display After the protection timer has completed its countdown and during normal operat...

Страница 80: ...ystems no matter how many units are installed If you continue to tap the unit then the LCD continues to cycle through all of the available normal operation screens Each screen is displayed for a maximum of 30 seconds If you do not tap again during that time period then the LCD backlight turns off and the display reverts to the default system message screen Table 5 2 Normal Operation Default Screen...

Страница 81: ...fline Mode Offline default display At night and when no power is being produced by the PV array offline mode the GT Inverter displays the screen shown in Table 5 5 Offline messages for all systems Additional message screens can be viewed when the system is offline by tapping the Xantrex logo near the LCD Each additional tap displays the next screen in the order shown in Table 5 6 In a multiple uni...

Страница 82: ...e next screen refresh i e within 2 seconds The GT Inverter fault message screens are shown in Table 5 8 Table 5 6 Offline Mode Screens for All GT Inverter Units Tap Display In a multiple unit system with communications cables properly installed the system values displayed are for the entire system Time online is for the local inverter Description 1st time Inverter Offline LCD back light turns on f...

Страница 83: ...rotection timer will begin its countdown and you will see the Reconnecting in sss seconds and Inverter Offline special screens see Table 5 10 flashing alternately until the countdown is complete Frequency Fault 0 0Hz When the actual Frequency is over or under the allowable range as specified in Output on page A 2 This is a utility fault it will clear itself when the frequency comes within the spec...

Страница 84: ...le 5 8 LCD backlight turns on for better readability 2nd time System 0W Today 2 500kWh Energy being produced by the system now Cumulative energy produced by the system today 3rd time System Lifetime 305kWh Lifetime energy produced by the GT Inverter system 4th time Time Online Today hh mm ss Length of time inverter was online today in hours hh minutes mm and seconds ss 5th time Array Readings 350 ...

Страница 85: ...ts LEDs located below the front panel LCD Figure 5 2 These LEDs indicate the inverter s current status Table 5 11 and assist in troubleshooting the performance of the unit Only one indicator light will be lit at any time System 3500W Today 15 56kWh The in these two screens see Table 5 2 and Table 5 4 indicates that the unit is derating its output power because the inverter heat sink temperature is...

Страница 86: ...cted Check for any fault messages on the display see Table 5 8 and refer also to Table 6 1 Troubleshooting the GT Inverter on page 6 8 to resolve the fault condition Figure 5 2 Location of Status Indicator Lights Table 5 11 Status Indicator LEDs LED on Means Green LED Red LED ...

Страница 87: ... for the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter It also provides information about troubleshooting the unit The topics in this chapter are organized as follows Factors Affecting GT Inverter Performance on page 6 2 Performing General Maintenance on page 6 3 Replacing Parts on page 6 3 Identifying Error Fault Conditions and Solutions on page 6 8 ...

Страница 88: ...ngle of the sun The angle of the sun in relation to the PV array surface the array orientation can dramatically affect the PV array output The array energy output will vary depending on the time of day and time of year as the sun s angle in relation to the array changes Sunlight output decreases as the sun approaches the horizons such as in winter in North America due to the greater atmospheric ai...

Страница 89: ... PV array during the cool part of the day whenever it is visibly dirty 3 Periodically inspect the system to make sure that all wiring and supports are securely in place 4 On a sunny day near noon on March 21 and September 21 of each year review the output of the system and compare with previous year s reading Maintain a log of system performance readings so that you can recognize when system perfo...

Страница 90: ...on page 2 23 and page 4 3 WARNING Shock and fire hazard Fuses should only be replaced by qualified service personnel For continued protection against risk of fire replace only with same type and ratings of fuse WARNING Shock hazard After disconnecting both AC and DC power from the GT Inverter wait five minutes before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to th...

Страница 91: ...ox breaks the ground path between PV NEGATIVE and earth ground When the wires between the inverter and wiring box are disconnected and exposed both PV leads are floating at the array open circuit voltage If there is leakage current from the POSITIVE PV lead to ground at the array touching the NEGATIVE PV lead could cause a life threatening shock even with the disconnect switch turned off Ungrounde...

Страница 92: ...ire nut 4 Disconnect the remaining AC DC and communications wires between the inverter and the wiring box inside the inverter Cap all disconnected AC and DC wires with wire nuts 5 Inside the inverter remove the four nuts attaching the wiring box to the inverter 6 Lift the inverter off the mounting bracket leaving the wiring box in place i WARNING Shock hazard The inverter should only be removed fr...

Страница 93: ...ect the inverter and the wiring box Secure all nuts tightly 4 Remove the wire nut from the PV NEGATIVE wire and reconnect it to the terminal block inside the inverter 5 Uncap the remaining DC and AC wires and reconnect them to the terminal block inside the inverter 6 Replace the front panel and wiring box covers described on page 2 23 and page 4 3 7 Turn ON the breaker switches in the main utility...

Страница 94: ...ent sunlight The display reads Inverter Offline The Vdc reading is 0 AC DC Disconnect Switch is off or utilty service panel AC or DC breakers are switched off No AC grid or DC array voltage is present Turn on AC DC Disconnect Switch and breakers in the sequence described in Startup Procedure on page 4 2 Check source of the AC voltage Ensure that the inverter AC DC Disconnect Switch is set ON Check...

Страница 95: ...n about the electrical and environmental specifications of the Xantrex Grid Tie Solar Inverter The topics in this appendix are organized as follows Electrical Specifications on page A 2 Environmental Specifications on page A 5 Mechanical Specifications on page A 5 ...

Страница 96: ...output power over rated temp range 2500 W AC 2500 W AC Maximum utility backfeed current 20 A 20 A Nominal output voltage 240 V 230 V Operating range utility voltage default Requires Utility permission and qualified service personnel to change settings 211 to 264 Vac 202 to 253 Vac Nominal output frequency 60 Hz 50 Hz Operating range utility frequency default 59 3 to 60 5 Hz 47 1 to 50 9 Hz Maximum...

Страница 97: ...Temperature Once the heat sink on the inverter reaches a maximum temperature limit the GT Inverter reduces its energy output to ensure maximum component ratings are not exceeded Setting Default Values Adjustment Range Accuracy 208 Vac 60 Hz 240 Vac 60 Hz 230 Vac 50 Hz From To AC Low Voltage 186 Vac 214 Vac 205 Vac 180 Vac 269 Vac 3 Vac AC High Voltage 225 Vac 261 Vac 250 Vac AC Low Frequency 59 4 ...

Страница 98: ...ficiency 94 6 Efficiency at 75 of nominal output power rating 94 5 Euro efficiency 93 3 Nighttime tare loss 1 W Figure A 2 Typical Efficiency TYPICAL EFFICIENCY at 195VDC 240VAC 25C 50 60 70 80 90 100 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 Output Power W Efficiency ...

Страница 99: ...95 non condensing Type alphanumeric liquid crystal Size 2 lines by 16 characters Backlight yes Instantaneous Power 30 W 1 of reading Voltage 1 of rating 1 of reading Current 1 of rating 1 of reading System Lifetime energy 5 Outdoor enclosure NEMA 3R Rainproof Inverter dimensions H W D 72 5 40 3 14 6 cm 28 5 15 9 5 7 inches Shipping dimensions H W D 86 6 51 8 26 2 cm 34 20 4 10 3 inches Inverter we...

Страница 100: ...131 01 01 Accessories GT Fan Kit includes fan assembly and heat sink cover Part number 864 0201 Fan control Thermal activates when the internal surface of the heat sink reaches 60 C 140 F Fan power consumption operating 3 84 W ...

Страница 101: ... of Xantrex Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get ser...

Страница 102: ...ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSSES COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY ECON...

Страница 103: ...er where you can be reached during work hours A brief description of the problem 3 Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a ...

Страница 104: ...__ Description of fault messages and or indicators on front panel __________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Description of problem __________________________________ _________________________________________________________________...

Страница 105: ...s 6 8 F fan kit 1 7 2 23 A 6 fault conditions and solutions 6 8 FCC information to the user viii features and options 1 3 front panel display 1 3 5 2 fault messages 5 6 normal operation messages 5 3 offline mode messages 5 5 reading messages 5 3 special messages 5 8 startup messages 5 3 fuse location of ground fault protection 6 5 fuses and circuit breakers 2 13 G general maintenance 6 3 ground cl...

Страница 106: ...embling the unit 4 3 startup procedure 4 2 P parallel configuration 1 3 3 10 AC wiring 3 10 communication between inverters 3 12 communications wiring 3 16 DC wiring 3 10 photovoltaic PV power 1 2 power derating A 5 preparing for installation 2 13 proof of purchase WA 4 purchase date WA 4 PV arrays angle of the sun 6 2 checking DC voltage 4 2 effect of shade on performance 6 2 factory ratings 6 2 ...

Страница 107: ...W warranty out of warranty service WA 3 terms and conditions WA 1 weight A 5 wire stripping length recommended 2 13 wiring AC connection planning 2 12 acceptable wire sizes A 5 conduit planning 2 12 DC connection planning 2 12 information 2 13 knockouts for 2 12 main utility service panel to Xantrex GT Inverter 3 8 preparation for 2 13 PV array to Xantrex GT Inverter 3 5 routing wires 2 11 torquin...

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