SMA 5000TL,8000TL,10000TL,9000TL,12000TL,6000TL,7000TL Operating Manual

Operating Manual

SUNNY TRIPOWER
5000TL/6000TL/7000TL/8000TL/9000TL/
10000TL/12000TL

STP5-12TL-20-BE-en-15 | Version 1.5ENGLISH

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Table of Contents

1 Information on this Document................................................. 6

1.1 Validity ............................................................................................... 6

1.2 Target Group ..................................................................................... 6

1.3 Additional Information....................................................................... 6

1.4 Symbols.............................................................................................. 7

1.5 Nomenclature.................................................................................... 8

2 Safety ........................................................................................ 9

2.1 Intended Use...................................................................................... 9

2.2 Safety Information ............................................................................. 9

3 Scope of Delivery ..................................................................... 12

4 Product Description .................................................................. 14

4.1 Sunny Tripower.................................................................................. 14

4.2 Interfaces and Functions.................................................................... 17

5 Mounting................................................................................... 20

5.1 Requirements for Mounting............................................................... 20

5.2 Mounting the Inverter........................................................................ 23

6 Electrical Connection ................................................................ 26

6.1 Safety during Electrical Connection ................................................. 26

6.2 Overview of the Connection Area.................................................... 27

6.2.1 View from Below............................................................................ 27

6.2.2 Interior View................................................................................... 28

6.3 AC Connection .................................................................................. 29

6.3.1 Requirements for the AC Connection ........................................... 29

6.3.2 Connecting the Inverter to the Utility Grid ................................... 30

6.3.3 Connecting Additional Grounding ............................................... 31

6.4 Connecting the Multifunction Relay.................................................. 32

6.4.1 Procedure for connecting the multifunction relay ........................ 32

6.4.2 Operating Modes of the Multifunction Relay .............................. 32

6.4.3 Connection Options ...................................................................... 32

6.4.4 Connection to the Multifunction Relay ......................................... 37

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6.5 DC Connection .................................................................................. 38

6.5.1 Requirements for the DC Connection ........................................... 38

6.5.2 Connecting the PV Array............................................................... 39

7 Commissioning ......................................................................... 42

7.1 Commissioning Procedure................................................................. 42

7.2 Configuring the Country Data Set.................................................... 42

7.3 Setting the NetID ............................................................................... 43

7.4 Commissioning the Inverter............................................................... 45

8 Configuration............................................................................ 47

8.1 Configuration Procedure................................................................... 47

8.2 Changing the Display Language...................................................... 47

8.3 Connecting the Inverter to the Network........................................... 48

8.4 Integrating the Inverter into the Network ......................................... 49

8.5 Changing Operating Parameters ..................................................... 49

8.6 Configuring the Modbus Function.................................................... 50

8.7 Setting the Tripping Threshold of the Residual-Current Device....... 51

8.8 Changing the Operating Mode of the Multifunction Relay............ 51

8.9 Setting SMA OptiTrac Global Peak................................................. 52

9 Operation ................................................................................. 53

9.1 LED Signals ........................................................................................ 53

9.2 Display Overview.............................................................................. 53

9.3 Activating and Operating the Display ............................................. 55

9.4 Calling Up Display Messages of the Start-Up Phase...................... 56

10 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources ................. 57

11 Technical Data .......................................................................... 59

11.1 DC/AC............................................................................................... 59

11.1.1 Sunny Tripower 5000TL / 6000TL / 7000TL............................. 59

11.1.2 Sunny Tripower 8000TL / 9000TL / 10000TL .......................... 61

11.1.3 Sunny Tripower 12000TL ............................................................. 63

11.2 General Data..................................................................................... 64

11.3 Protective Devices.............................................................................. 66

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11.4 Climatic Conditions............................................................................ 66

11.5 Equipment .......................................................................................... 67

11.6 Torques............................................................................................... 67

11.7 Multifunction Relay............................................................................ 67

11.8 Electronic Solar Switch...................................................................... 68

11.9 Data Storage Capacity..................................................................... 68

12 Accessories ............................................................................... 69

13 Contact ...................................................................................... 70

14 EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................. 73

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1 Information on this Document

1.1 Validity

This document is valid for the following device types from firmware version 2.56.03.R:

• STP 5000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 5000TL)

• STP 6000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 6000TL)

• STP 7000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 7000TL)

• STP 8000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 8000TL)

• STP 9000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 9000TL)

• STP 10000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 10000TL)

• STP 12000TL-20 (Sunny Tripower 12000TL)

1.2 Target Group

This document is intended for qualified persons and end users. Only qualified persons are allowed
to perform the activities marked in this document with a warning symbol and the caption
"Qualifiedperson". Tasks that do not require any particular qualification are not marked and can
also be performed by end users. Qualified persons must have the following skills:

• Knowledge of how an inverter works and is operated

• Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using
electrical devices and installations

• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and installations

• Knowledge of the applicable standards and directives

• Knowledge of and compliance with this document and all safety information

1.3 Additional Information

Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com:

Document title and content Document type

Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Replacement of Varistors and De­commissioning

Service Manual

"Application for SMAGridGuard Code" Form
"Overview of the Rotary Switch Settings"

Overview of the rotary switch settings for configuring the coun­try data set and display language

Technical Information

"Efficiency and Derating"
Efficiency and Derating Behavior of the SunnyBoy,

SunnyTripower and SunnyMiniCentral Inverters

Technical Information

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Document title and content Document type

"Insulation Resistance (Riso) of Non-Galvanically Isolated PV
Systems"

Information on Insulation Resistance of Non-Galvanically Iso­lated PV Systems

Technical Information

"Criteria for Selecting a Residual-Current Device"
Criteria for Selecting a Residual-Current Device

Technical Information

"Circuit Breaker"
Dimensioning and Selection of a Suitable AC Circuit Breaker

for Inverters under PV-Specific Influences

Technical Information

"SMABluetooth®WirelessTechnology in Practice"
SMA BLUETOOTH range and safety

Technical Information

"SMABluetooth®WirelessTechnology"
Basics for planning a PV system with SMA BLUETOOTH

Technical Description

"SMAModbus® Interface"
Information on the commissioning and configuration of the

SMA Modbus interface

Technical Information

"SMA Modbus® Interface"
List with the product specific SMA Modbus registers

Technical Information

"SunSpec® Modbus® Interface"
Information on the commissioning and configuration of the Sun-

Spec Modbus interface

Technical Information

"SunSpec® Modbus® Interface"
List with the product specific SunSpec Modbus registers

Technical Information

"Temperature Derating" Technical Information
"Webconnect Systems in SunnyPortal"

Registration in SunnyPortal and setting or changing operating
parameters of the inverter

User Manual

"Parameters and Measured Values"
Overview of All Inverter Operating Parameters and Their Con-

figuration Options

Technical Information

1.4 Symbols

Symbol Explanation

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury

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Symbol Explanation

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in death or serious injury

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury

Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can re­sult in property damage

Sections describing activities to be performed by
qualified persons only

Information that is important for a specific topic or
goal, but is not safety-relevant

Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal

Desired result

A problem that might occur

1.5 Nomenclature

Complete designation Designation in this document

SunnyTripower Inverter, product
ElectronicSolarSwitch ESS

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2 Safety

2.1 Intended Use

The SunnyTripower is a transformerless PV inverter, with 2 MPPtrackers, that converts the direct
current of the PV array to grid-compliant, three-phase current and feeds it into the utility grid.

The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The product must only be operated with PV arrays of protection class II in accordance with

IEC61730, application class A. The PV modules must be compatible with this product.
The product is not equipped with a transformer and therefore has no galvanic isolation. The

product must not be operated with PV modules whose outputs are grounded. This can cause the
product to be destroyed. The product may be operated with PV modules whose frame is grounded.

PV modules with a high capacity to ground must only be used if their coupling capacity does not
exceed 1.25 μF (for information on how to calculate the coupling capacity, see the Technical
Information "Leading Leakage Currents" at www.SMA-Solar.com).

All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges at all times.
The product must only be used in countries for which it is approved or released by SMA Solar

Technology AG and the grid operator.
The product is also approved for the Australian market and may be used in Australia. If DRM

support is specified, the inverter may only be used in conjunction with a Demand Response
Enabling Device (DRED). This ensures that the inverter implements the commands from the grid
operator for active power limitation at all times. The inverter and the Demand Response Enabling
Device (DRED) must be connected in the same network and the inverter Modbus interface must be
activated and the TCP server set.

Use this product only in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed documentation
and with the locally applicable standards and directives. Any other application may cause
personal injury or property damage.

Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written
permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and
warranty claims and in most cases terminate the operating license. SMA Solar Technology AG
shall not be held liable for any damage caused by such changes.

Any use of the product other than that described in the Intended Use section does not qualify as the
intended use.

The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. Keep the documentation in a
convenient place for future reference and observe all instructions contained therein.

The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.

2.2 Safety Information

This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with
the product.

To prevent personal injury and property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the product,
read this section carefully and observe all safety information at all times.

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Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array

When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage, which is present in the
DC conductors and the live components of the inverter. Touching the DC conductors or the live
components can lead to lethal electric shocks. If you disconnect the DC connectors from the
inverter under load, an electric arc may occur leading to electric shock and burns.

• Do not touch non-insulated cable ends.

• Do not touch the DC conductors.

• Do not touch any live components of the inverter.

• Have the inverter mounted, installed and commissioned only by qualified persons with the
appropriate skills.

• If an error occurs, have it rectified by qualified persons only.

• Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect it from all voltage sources as
described in this document.

Danger to life due to electric shock

Touching an ungrounded PV module or array frame can cause a lethal electric shock.

• Connect and ground the PV modules, array frame and electrically conductive surfaces so
that there is continuous conduction. Observe the applicable local regulations.

Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts

Some parts of the enclosure can get hot during operation.

• During operation, do not touch any parts other than the enclosure lid of the inverter.

Damage to the seal of the enclosure lid in sub-zero conditions

If you open the enclosure lid in sub-zero conditions, the sealing of the enclosure lid can be
damaged. This can lead to moisture entering the inverter.

• Do not open the inverter at ambient temperatures lower than -5°C.

• If a layer of ice has formed on the seal of the enclosure lid in sub-zero conditions, remove it
prior to opening the inverter (e.g. by melting the ice with warm air). Observe the applicable
safety regulations.

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Damage to the display or the type label due to the use of cleaning agents

• If the inverter is dirty, clean the enclosure, the enclosure lid, the type label, the display and
the LEDs with a damp cloth and clear water only.

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3 Scope of Delivery

Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your
distributor if the scope of delivery is incomplete or damaged.

Figure 1: Components included in the scope of delivery

Position Quantity Designation

A 1 Inverter
B 2 Ventilation grid
C 1 Wall mounting bracket
D 1 ElectronicSolarSwitch
E 1 Protective cover
F 4 Negative DC connector
G 4 Positive DC connector
H 8 Sealing plug
I 1 Cable gland M32x1.5
K 1 Counter nut
L 1 Clamping bracket
M 2 Conical spring washer*
N 2 Cylindrical screw M6x16*

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Position Quantity Designation

O 2 Cylindrical screw M6x8
P 1 Operating manual, supplementary sheet with default set-

tings, supplementary sheet with information on
SMASpeedwire/Webconnect, installation manual of the
DC connectors

* One spare part for the enclosure lid included

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4 Product Description

4.1 SunnyTripower

The SunnyTripower is a transformerless PV inverter, with 2 MPPtrackers, that converts the direct
current of the PV array to grid-compliant, three-phase current and feeds it into the utility grid.

Figure 2: Design of the SunnyTripower

Position Designation

A Ventilation grid
B Additional label with details for registration in SunnyPortal:

• Internet address of the PV System Setup Assistant

• Identification key (PIC)

• Registration ID (RID)

C Type label

The type label uniquely identifies the inverter. You will require the information
on the type label to use the product safely and when seeking customer sup­port from the SMAServiceLine. You will find the following information on the
type label:

• Device type (Model)

• Serial number (SerialNo.)

• Date of manufacture

• Device-specific characteristics

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Position Designation

D ElectronicSolarSwitch (ESS)

The ESS and the DC connectors together form a DC load-break switch. When
plugged in, the ESS forms a conductive path between the PV array and the in­verter. Removing the ESS interrupts the DC electric circuit and removing all DC
connectors disconnects the PV array completely from the inverter.

If the inverter is equipped with BLUETOOTH, the BLUETOOTH antenna is inte-

grated in the ESS.
E Protective cover
F LEDs

The LEDs indicate the operating state of the inverter (see Section9.1 "LED Sig-

nals", page53).
G Display

The display shows the current operating data and events or errors (see Sec-

tion9.2 "Display Overview", page53).
H Enclosure lid
I Screws and conical spring washers of the enclosure lid

Symbols on the inverter, the ESS and the type label

Symbol Explanation

Inverter
Together with the green LED, this symbol indicates the operating state of

the inverter.
Observe the documentation

Together with the red LED, this symbol indicates an error (for trou­bleshooting, see the service manual at www.SMA-Solar.com).

BLUETOOTH
Together with the blue LED, this symbol indicates active BLUETOOTH

communication (only in inverters equipped as standard with BLUE­TOOTH).

Danger
This symbol indicates that the inverter must be additionally grounded if

additional grounding or equipotential bonding is required at the installa­tion site (see Section6.3.3 "Connecting Additional Grounding",
page31).

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Symbol Explanation

Operating principle of the ESS:

• If the ESS is plugged in, the DC electric circuit is closed.

• To interrupt the DC electric circuit, you must perform the following
steps in the given order:

– Remove the ESS.

– Remove the protective cover.

– Unlock and remove all DC connectors.

Operating the inverter without a protective cover is prohibited. Always
operate the inverter with a protective cover in place.

Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter; observe a waiting time
of five minutes

High voltages that can cause lethal electric shocks are present in the live
components of the inverter. Prior to performing any work on the inverter,
disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this document (see
Section10, page57).

Danger to life due to electric shock
The product operates at high voltages. All work on the product must be

carried out by qualified persons only.

Risk of burns due to hot surfaces
The product can get hot during operation. Avoid contact during opera-

tion. Allow the product to cool down sufficiently before carrying out any
work.

Observe the documentation
Observe all documentation supplied with the product.

Direct current

The product does not have a transformer.

Three-phase alternating current with neutral conductor

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Symbol Explanation

WEEE designation
Do not dispose of the product together with the household waste but in

accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic
waste.

CE marking
The product complies with the requirements of the applicable EU direc-

tives.
Device class ID (printed only if the inverter is equipped with BLUE-

TOOTH)
The product is equipped with a wireless component and complies with

device class2.
Degree of protectionIP65

The product is protected against dust intrusion and water jets from any
angle.

The product is suitable for outdoor installation.

Certified safety
The product is VDE-tested and complies with the requirements of the Ger-

man Equipment and Product Safety Act.

RCM (Regulatory Compliance Mark)
The product complies with the requirements of the applicable Australian

standards.

4.2 Interfaces and Functions

The inverter can be equipped or retrofitted with the following interfaces and functions:

BLUETOOTH

All inverters manufactured after a certain date include BLUETOOTH as standard equipment. Via
BLUETOOTH, the inverter can communicate with various BLUETOOTH devices (for information on
supported SMA products, see www.SMA-Solar.com).

SMASpeedwire/Webconnect

The inverter is equipped with SMA Speedwire/Webconnect as standard. SMA Speedwire/
Webconnect is a type of communication based on the Ethernet standard. This enables inverter­optimized 10/100Mbit data transmission between Speedwire devices in PV systems and the
software Sunny Explorer. The Webconnect function enables direct data transmission between the
inverters of a small-scale system and the Internet portal SunnyPortal without any additional

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communication device and for a maximum of 4 inverters per SunnyPortal system. In large-scale PV
power plants, data transmission to the Internet portal SunnyPortal is carried out via the
SMAClusterController. You can access your SunnyPortal system from any computer with an
Internet connection.

Webconnect enables - for PV systems operated in Italy - the connection or disconnection of the
inverter to or from the utility grid and the specifying of the frequency limits to be used via
IEC61850-GOOSE messages.

Modbus

The inverter is equipped with a Modbus interface. The Modbus interface is deactivated by default
and must be configured as needed.

The Modbus interface of the supported SMA devices is designed for industrial use and has the
following tasks:

• Remote query of measured values

• Remote setting of operating parameters

• Setpoint specifications for system control

RS485 interface or SMA Power Control Module

The inverter can communicate via cables with special SMA communication products via the RS485
interface (information on supported SMAproducts at www.SMA-Solar.com).

The SMAPowerControlModule enables the inverter to implement grid management services and
is equipped with an additional multifunction relay (for information on installation and configuration,
see the installation manual of the SMAPowerControlModule).

The RS485 interface and the SMAPowerControlModule can be retrofitted and may not be
operated in parallel.

If you want to operate the RS485 interface or the SMAPowerControlModule in parallel with the
multifunction relay in the inverter, you must ensure that a voltage of no more than 30VDC or
25VAC is connected to the multifunction relay.

Grid Management Services

The inverter is equipped with service functions for grid management.
Depending on the requirements of the grid operator, you can activate and configure the functions

(e.g. active power limitation) via operating parameters.

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Multifunction Relay

The inverter is equipped with a multifunction relay as standard. The multifunction relay is an
interface that can be configured for the operating mode used by a particular system.

Error message required by standard

In some countries, signaling of errors is required by standards, e.g. IEC62109-2. In order to
meet the standard requirement, take one of the following measures:

• Operate the multifunction relay in the operating mode Fault indication or FltInd and
connect a display unit to the multifunction relay that signals an error or the undisturbed
operation of the inverter.

• Activate the error alarm in SunnyPortal (for information on receiving error alarms via
SunnyPortal, see the SunnyPortal user manual at www.SunnyPortal.com). This requires
the inverter to be registered in SunnyPortal.

SMAOptiTracGlobalPeak

SMAOptiTracGlobalPeak is an advancement of SMAOptiTrac and allows the operating point of
the inverter to follow the optimal operating point of the PV array (MPP) precisely at all times. In
addition, with the aid of SMAOptiTracGlobalPeak, the inverter detects several maximum power
points in the available operating range, such as may occur particularly with partially shaded
strings. SMA OptiTrac Global Peak is enabled by default.

All-pole sensitive residual-current monitoring unit

The all-pole sensitive residual-current monitoring unit detects alternating and direct differential
currents. In single-phase and three-phase inverters, the integrated differential current sensor detects
the current difference between the neutral conductor and the line conductor(s). If the current
difference increases suddenly, the inverter disconnects from the utility grid.

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5 Mounting

5.1 Requirements for Mounting

Requirements for the mounting location:

Danger to life due to fire or explosion

Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires.

• Do not mount the product in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases.

• Do not mount the product in potentially explosive atmospheres.

☐ Do not mount the inverter on a pillar.
☐ The mounting location must be inaccessible to children.
☐ A solid support surface must be available for mounting, e.g. concrete or masonry. When

mounted on drywall or similar materials, the inverter emits audible vibrations during operation
which could be perceived as annoying.

☐ The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter (see

Section11 "Technical Data", page59).

☐ The mounting location must not be exposed to direct solar irradiation. Direct solar irradiation

can result in the premature aging of the exterior plastic parts of the inverter and direct solar
irradiation can cause the inverter to overheat. When becoming too hot, the inverter reduces
its power output to avoid overheating.

☐ The mounting location should be freely and safely accessible at all times without the need for

any auxiliary equipment (such as scaffolding or lifting platforms). Non-fulfillment of these

criteria may restrict servicing.
☐ To ensure optimum operation, the ambient temperature should be between -25°C and 40°C.
☐ Climatic conditions must be met (see Section11 "Technical Data", page59).

Permitted and prohibited mounting positions:

☐ The inverter must only be mounted in one of the permitted positions. This will ensure that no

moisture can penetrate the inverter.
☐ The inverter should be mounted in such way that display messages and LED signals can be

read without difficulty.

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Figure 3: Permitted and prohibited mounting positions

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Dimensions for mounting:

Ø 9 (4x)

2558

475

620

20

87

35

217217

594

507

Ø 11

12

134

11 x 20 (5x)

25 58134

Figure 4: Position of the anchoring points (dimensions in mm (in))

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Recommended clearances:

If you maintain the recommended clearances, adequate heat dissipation will be ensured. Thus, you
will prevent power reduction due to excessive temperature.

☐ Maintain the recommended clearances to walls as well as to other inverters or objects.
☐ If multiple inverters are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures, increase the

clearances between the inverters and ensure sufficient fresh-air supply.

300

~

2300

340

1120

50

1540

300

340

1120

300300

Figure 5: Recommended clearances (dimensions in mm (in))

5.2 Mounting the Inverter

Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery):

☐ At least two screws that are suitable for the support surface and the weight of the inverter
☐ At least two washers that are suitable for the screws
☐ If necessary, two screw anchors suitable for the support surface and the screws
☐ To protect the inverter against theft: At least one security screw and, if necessary, a suitable

screw anchor

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