OutBack Power GSLC175-AC-120, GSLC175-AC-240 Quick Start Manual

Components

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IMPORTANT:

Not intended for use with

life support equipment.

Optional OutBack Components

System Display MATE3

Radian System Products

Major Components

GSLC175-AC-120/240

PV and Grid-Tied

Inverter

GS Load Center

GSLC175-AC-120/240

Inverter/Charger GS8048

FLEXnet DC Monitor (FN-DC)

Communications

Manager

HUB10.3
HUB10
HUB4

Battery Bank

Vented Battery Enclosure

MATE3
System

Display and

Controller

GS8048 Inverter/Charger

GS Load Center

(GSLC)

MATE3 uses FW-MB3 mounting bracket
MATE3 requires revision 002.015.xxx or higher

AC Sources

Utility Grid (required)
AC Generator (optional)

Main Electrical Panel
Electrical Distribution Subpanel

(Protected Load Panel)

Battery Bank

Photovoltaic (PV) Array

Customer-Supplied Components

Grid-Tied Inverter, 120/240 Vac

Includes Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS)

De-energize/Shutdown Procedures

Functional Test Points

Battery Voltage Test Points

AC OUT Voltage Test Points

(Terminal bus bar = TBB)

1a 1b 1c 1d

3a 3b 2c

2a 2b 2c

Grid-Tie Inverter Test Points

2a

2b

2c

1

2

1

1b

1c 1d

3a

3b

To de-energize or shut down the AC-coupled system:

1. Turn off (open) the AC circuit breakers.

2. Turn off (open) the DC circuit breakers for the battery.
Wait 5 minutes for the inverter to internally discharge itself.

3. Verify 0 Vdc on the first DC bus of the inverter by placing the voltmeter leads
on and .

4. Verify 0 Vdc on the second DC bus by placing the voltmeter leads on

and .

5. Ve rify 0 Vac on the AC output circuit breakers by placing the voltmeter leads
on and . Repeat this step for and .

6. Verify 0 Vac on the grid-tied inverter terminals and (with neutral
terminal ) .

1

2

1b

WARNING: Lethal Voltage

Review the system configuration to identify all possible
sources of energy. Ensure ALL sources of power are
disconnected before performing any installation or
maintenance on this equipment. Confirm that the
terminals are de-energized using a validated voltmeter
(rated for a minimum 1000 Vac and 1000 Vdc) to verify
the de-energized condition.

WARNING: Lethal Voltage

The numbered steps will remove power from the
inverters. However, sources of energy may still be
present inside the GSLC and other locations. To
ensure absolute safety, disconnect ALL power
connections at the source.

WARNING: Burn Hazard

Internal parts can become hot during
operation. Do not remove the cover
during operation or touch any internal
parts. Be sure to allow them
sufficient time to cool down before
attempting to perform any product
maintenance.

1c

1b 1d

2a 2c 2b 2c

3a 3b

2c

AC-Coupled Application

5. Secure the inverter to the surface using a minimum
of 1 wall screw (or other appropriate hardware).

6. Follow the instructions for installing the GS Load Center.

7. Follow the instructions for installing the bracket for the MATE3.

8. Follow appropriate instructions for installing the PV array and grid-tied
inverter (if not already present).

Wire Sizes & Torque

Control Wiring Terminal Block:

The 12V AUX and RELAY AUX terminals are used to
control the devices which disconnect the grid-tied
inverter (the ROCB and the relays). These devices can
also automatically start a generator if one is present.

Mounting

WARNING: Fire/Explosion Hazard

Do not place combustible or flammable materials within 12 feet (3.7 m) of the equipment. This unit employs mechanical
relays and is not ignition-protected. Fumes or spills from flammable materials could be ignited by sparks.

WARNING: Personal Injury

Use safe lifting techniques and standard safety equipment when working with this equipment.

IMPORTANT:

Clearance and access requirements may vary by location. Maintaining a 36” (91.4 cm) clear space in front of the system for
access is recommended. Consult local electric code to confirm clearance and access requirements for the specific location.

Radian Dimensions (includes MATE3):

29.1" (85 cm) tall X 23.9" (60.6 cm) wide

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Torque Requirements

Circuit Breaker Stud

Torque

In-lb Nm

M8 20 2.3

¼ - 20 35 4.0

5/16 - 18 50 5.6

3/8 - 16 225 25.4

AC Wire Sizes and Torque Values

It is recommended that conductors be #6 AWG

THHN copper, or larger, rated to 75°C

(minimum) unless local code requires otherwise.

AWG In-lb

#14 - 10 20

#8 25

#6 - 4 35

#3 35
#2 40
#1 50

1/0 50

mm

2

2.5 – 6
10

16 – 25

35
35
50
70

Nm

2.3

2.8

4.0

4.0

4.5

5.6

5.6

Wire Size Torque

Radian Mounting:

1. Ensure the mounting surface is strong enough to handle 3 times the total weight of
all the components. Add a piece of plywood if necessary to strengthen the surface.

2. Attach the wall bracket to the surface centering the mounting holes on the sides
with the wall studs. Use all 6 mounting screws to secure the bracket.

3. Lift the inverter so that the inverter bracket is above the wall bracket.

4. Lower the inverter into place so that the inverter bracket slips into the wall bracket.

1

3

4

6

GSLC175-AC-120/240

N
E
U

L1 L2
GRID

L1 L2
GEN

N
E
U

N
E
U

L1 L2

OUT

RELAY
AUX

+ ­12V
AUX

Switch
INV

Remote

Battery
Temp

Minimum DC Cable based on the

DC Circuit Breaker

Torque

In-lb Nm

50 5.6
225 25.4
225 25.4

DC

Circuit

Breaker

Cable Size

125 1/0 (70 mm2)
175 2/0 (70 mm2)
250 4/0 (120 mm2)

35 4.080 #4 AWG (25 mm2)

35 4.060 #6 AWG (16 mm2)

MATE3

GS8048

GSLC

1

2 2

3

4

5

7

8

8

9

6

ON/OFF

INV

9

Plywood

(Optional)

Wall Board

Wall

Bracket

Wall Stud

Side View

Inverter
Bracket

16" (40.6 cm)

Plywood (Optional)

Wall Board

Wall Stud

Wall Bracket

Wall Stud

1

2

2

3

4

5

5

6

7
8

8

1011121314

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

Radian Series

Inverter/Charger

MATE3

Mounting

Bracket

MATE3

GS Load Center

7

Shunt

Bolt 3/8"

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

Battery
Negative (–)
Lug

Negative Battery Cable
Connections

DC Plates

3/8 - 16 225 25.4Upper holes (+) 60 6.8
3/8 - 16 225 25.4Lower holes (+) 225 25.4
3/8 - 16 225 25.4Shunt Bolts (–) 60 6.8

Lower holes (+) 50 5.6

CAUTION: Equipment Damage

When connecting cables from the inverter to the battery
terminals, ensure the proper polarity is observed.
Connecting the cables incorrectly can damage or
destroy the equipment and void the product warranty.

!

PV and Grid-Tied

Inverter

Battery
Negative (–)
Lug

AC Circuit Breakers

1
2
3
4

DC Terminals - Inverter

AC Terminals - Inverter

5

DC Circuit Breakers

6
7

8

Mechanical Interlock
(Bypass)

9

10

Communication Ports
Auxiliary Terminals

11
12
13
14
15

AC OUT Bus Bar L1

16
17
18
19

AC OUT Bus Bar L2
GRID IN Bus Bar L1
GRID IN Bus Bar L2
GEN IN Bus Bar L1
GEN IN Bus Bar L2
AC Neutral
Ground

20

DC Positive (+) Plate
DC Negative (–) Bus Bar

Remote Operated
Circuit Breaker (ROCB)

Grid-Tied Inverter
Bus Bar L1

Relays

21

Grid-Tied Inverter
Bus Bar L2

Bolt 3/8"

DC Positive (+)

Plate

Battery
Positive (+)
Lug

Flat Washer

Positive Battery Cable
Connections

Nut

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

18