MPP Solar 6000 Grid PV, Grid tied 6000 Installation And Operation Manual

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Inverter
Installation and Operation Manual
Version 1.0
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Contents
Read this User Manual before you start ............................................................. 3
1. Safety Instructions ............................................................................................. 4
2. Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 5
3. Overview ............................................................................................................. 6
3.1. Introducing the Grid PV System ........................................................ 6
3.2. Introducing the Grid PV System ........................................................ 7
3.3. Front Panel LEDs .............................................................................. 8
4. Features.............................................................................................................. 9
5. Installtion .......................................................................................................... 10
5.1. Inside
Inverter Package
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5.2. Mounting your
Inverter
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5.3. Connecting the AC-Output Cable .................................................... 16
5.4. Connecting the PV-Panel ................................................................ 19
5.5. Connecting to the connection unit ................................................... 20
5.6. Installation checklist......................................................................... 20
6. Operation the Inverter ................................ ................................ ....... 22
6.1. Auto-power ...................................................................................... 22
6.2. Operating Modes ............................................................................. 22
6.3. Using the LCD Display .................................................................... 24
6.4. Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) ........................................ 28
6.5. LCD Display Messages ................................................................... 29
7. Communication Interface ............................................................................... 32
7.1. RS232 .............................................................................................. 32
7.2. Optional Communications Interface ................................................ 32
8. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 33
9. Specifications ................................ ................................................................ ... 35
10. Compliance of Standards ............................................................................. 36
11. Load Graph and Efficiency Graph .............................................................. 37
Appendix I: VDE Certification ............................................................................ 38
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Read this User Manual before you start
Congratulations on purchasing
6000
Grid PV
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Inverter from MPP SOLAR (referred to in this manual as “PV-Inverter, or simply the “device”). This PV-Inverter is a highly reliable product due to its innovative design and perfect quality control. The device is dedicated to high-demand, grid-linked PV systems.
This manual contains important information regarding installation and safe operation of this unit. Be sure to read this manual carefully before using your PV-Inverter.
If you encounter any difficulties during installation or operation, please refer to this manual before contacting your local dealer or representative. To obtain the latest manual and product information, please visit our web site:
http://www.mppsolar.com
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1. Safety Instructions
1. Risk of Electric Shock: Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) sources are terminated in this device. To prevent risk of electric shock during maintenance or installation please ensure that all AC and DC terminals are disconnected.
2. Handling your PV-Inverter: The PV-Inverter should only be handled by qualified service personnel. When the PV-panel is exposed to sunlight and connected to the device, it generates a DC voltage charging the DC link capacitors. After disconnecting the PV-Inverter from the power supply and PV-panel, electrical charge can still reside in the DC link capacitors. Qualified personnel should allow at least 60 minutes after disconnecting, before handling the device.
3. Public Utility only: The PV-Inverter is designed to feed AC power directly to the public utility power grid. Do not connect the AC-output of this device to any private AC equipment.
4. Beware of Hot Surfaces: Although designed to meet international safety standards, the PV- Inverter can become hot during operation. Do not touch the heat-sink or peripheral surfaces during or shortly after operation.
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2. Limited Warranty
The 6000 PV-Inverter comes with a 5 year warranty. An optional extended warranty may be available by special request before delivery. This warranty covers all defects due to design, manufacturing and components. This warranty does not cover damages resulting from:
Improper transportation and delivery Improper installation Unauthorized modification, testing or repairing Usage beyond that described in this manual Application beyond the scope of safety standards such as VDE,
UL etc.
Acts of nature, such as lightening, fire, storm etc.
Repairs and/or replacement of parts or the device are made at the manufacturers discretion. Defective parts or malfunction discovered during installation should be presented in a written report for confirmation before applying for replacement or repair. The damage report must be issued within 5 working days after receiving the PV-Inverter. MPP SOLAR is not responsible for damages beyond the scope of this warranty.
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3. Overview
3.1. Introducing the Grid PV System
The Grid PV System is mainly composed of 4 parts: the PV-panels, the PV-Inverter, the AC-Connection Unit (the connection Interface) and a connection to the Public Utility. When a PV-panel is exposed to sunlight and connected to an inverter, it generates DC power. The PV-Inverter converts DC to AC and feeds in to the Public Utility via the AC-Connection unit.
AC-Conne
ction Unit
Inverter
Feeding AC power to Public Utility only
Grid (Public Utility)
AC Output
PV-Panel
DC-Input
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3.2. Introducing the Grid PV System
6000 Inverter
(1) Connection Panel: The connection panel contains DC and AC
terminals, and communication ports as detailed below. (2) Heat-sink: Part to dissipate heat produced by the inverter (3) 3 pairs of DC-input terminals: Each input pair consists of positive
and negative terminals. Refer to Installation Section for set-up
information. (4) AC-Output: Delivering AC to the Public Utility. (5) Optional Communication Slot and Cover: An optional port to
extend the communication interface, for example connecting an
RS485 card. The port is protected by a water-proof cover. (6) RS232 Port: Interface allows communication with computer with
RS232 serial port. (7) LCD Display: Device to display inverter operation status.
(1) Connection
Panel
(2) Heat-sink
(3) 3-pairs of DC inputs
(4) AC Output
(5) Optional Communication
Port and Cover
(6) RS232 Connector
(7) Front LCD Display
Panel
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3.3. Front Panel LEDs
There are 2 LEDs on Grid tied 6000, one is green and the other is red. Normally, only the green LED will turn on during operation.
Their indicated status are explained as follows: Power on (green LED): It lights when Inverter
is running. The only
condition it will be dark is no power provided to
inverter. In
this case, Inverter
is in shutdown mode. Fault (red LED): Once the LED lights, it means inverter is in fault or failure condition. To see the conditions, please refer to section 8:
LCD (Liquid
Crystal Display)
Function Key
Power-on LED
Fault LED
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4. Features
Very high conversion efficiency (>96%)  3 MPP (Maximum Power Point) trackers, independent or parallel
operation
IP65 compliant for outdoor application  Embedded LCD, displaying status and system information  Fanless design, quiet operation  Stylish design  Compact and unobtrusive  High reliability  Easy installation  Maintenance free  Standard RS232, optional RS485 and others  Embedded ENS, complying with VDE 0126  Internal GFCI (Ground Fault Current Interrupter)
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5. Installation
5.1. Inside Grid tied 6000 Package
The following items are included with your Inverter 6000 Package: (1) Inverter 6000 PV-Inverter (2) Installation and Operation Manual (3) 4 Mounting Screws and 4 Snap Bushings (4) 2 Safety-lock screws (5) 3-hole Rubber Bushing (6) Mounting Bracket
5.2. Mounting your Inverter 6000
Suggestions before mounting
To obtain optimal results from your PV-Inverter, please
consider the following guidelines before installing the device:
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Check the ambient temperature of installation is within specified range
-20 ~ +55C.
The AC grid voltage is between 196 and 253VAC, 50/60Hz. Electric utility company has approved the grid connection. Qualified personnel are performing the installation. Adequate convection space surrounds the inverter. Inverter is being installed away from explosive vapors.
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No flammable items are to be near the inverter.
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1. Choose a dry place, out of direct sunlight with ambient temperature between 0 and 40°C.
2. Select a wall or solid, vertical surface which is strong enough to support the inverter.
3. The PV-Inverter requires adequate cooling space for heat dispersal. Reserve at least 20 cm above and below the inverter.
Minimum space 20 cm
Minimum space 20 cm
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