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Important Safety Instructions SMA America, LLC

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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This manual contains important instructions for the DisconnectUnit for Sunny Central 250U/500U/ 500HE-US and Sunny Central CP, that must be followed during installation and maintenance of the pv inverter.

The DisconnectUnit for Sunny Central 250U/500U/500HE-US and Sunny Central CP is designed and tested according to international safety requirements, but as with all electrical and electronic equipment, certain precautions must be observed when installing and/or operating the Disconnect Unit for DisconnectUnit for Sunny Central 250U/500U/500HE-US and Sunny Central CP. To reduce the risk of personal injury and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the Disconnect Unit for SunnyCentral 250U/500U/500HE-US and Sunny Central CP, you must carefully read and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings in this technical description.

Warnings in this document

A warning describes a hazard to equipment or personnel. It calls attention to a procedure or practice, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the SMA equipment and/or other equipment connected to the SMA equipment or personal injury.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

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SMA America, LLC Important Safety Instructions

1 Information on this Manual

Validity

This manual applies to the Disconnect Unit of the following device types:

• Sunny Central 250U

• Sunny Central 500U

• Sunny Central 500HE-US

• Sunny Central 500HE-CA

• Sunny Central CP

Target Group

This manual is intended for skilled workers. Only qualified personnel are allowed to perform the tasks set forth in this manual.

Definition of the Target Group

Skilled workers have been trained and briefed adequately and have the capability and knowledge to install and operate the equipment. Skilled workers are trained to deal with the dangers and hazards involved in transporting and assembling the equipment.

Additional Information

Keep all manuals for the Disconnect Unit and for the installed components together with the system documentation. All documents must be available at all times. The documents listed below are included in the scope of delivery for your Disconnect Unit.

The following information is contained in these documents:

Information Document Type

Setup and installation of the Disconnect Unit Installation Guide

Unpacking, transporting and preparing the Disconnect Unit Unpacking manual

Disconnect Unit circuit diagram Circuit diagrams

Additional information is available at www.SMA-America.com.

Nomenclature

In this document, the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central 250U/500U/500HE-US/CA and Sunny Central CP are hereinafter referred to as the Disconnect Unit.

In this document, SMA America Production, LLC, and SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. are hereinafter referred to as SMA.

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Scope of Supply SMA America, LLC

2Scope of Supply

The Disconnect Unit is supplied in a box. This box contains the Disconnect Unit, the lid for the Disconnect Unit and an accessories kit.

Ch eck the sco pe o f su ppl y fo r comple ten ess and for any ext ern al d ama ge. Ple ase con tac t yo ur d eal er if the scope of supply is not complete or you find any damage.

The scope of supply is listed in this chapter.

Accessories Kit

The accessories kit is packed in a box. The box is called Accessories.

Supplied Components

Number Description

1 TX screwdriver T25

1 TX screwdriver T30

1 Warning sticker SC-US positive/negative grounding

1 Disconnect Unit Sunny Central US Installation Guide

1 Circuit diagram for DU-SC-US, EN

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SMA America, LLC Storage

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3Storage

Damage to property caused by penetrating moisture!

Damage to electrical component parts caused by penetrating moisture.

• The Disconnect Unit must be closed during storage.

• Storage for six months or more permissible in dry locations only.

• Do not store the Disconnect Unit in the transport packaging for longer than six months.

Damage to property caused by improper storage!

Improper storage conditions may damage the Disconnect Unit.

• The foundation must be suitable for the weight of the Disconnect Unit of 1 477 lbs. (685 kg). The foundation may only deviate from a level of 0.25 %.

• Only store the Disconnect Unit at temperatures between − 40 °F ... +140 °F ( − 40 °C ... +60 °C).

Ensure function in the case of longer storage times

If the Disconnect Unit is stored for longer than one year, check the functionality of the Disconnect Unit every 12 months. Move all switches to the "ON" position and the "OFF" position ten times. This guarantees the function of the switches.

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Transport Packaging SMA America, LLC

4 Transport Packaging

4.1 Transport Packaging and Center of Gravity

The front and back walls of the transport packaging are marked with a symbol for the center of gravity. The center of gravity of the transport packaging is not in the middle. The symbol for the center of gravity shows the position of the centre of gravity.

Figure1:Center of gravity indication

Center of Gravity of the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central 250U/500U

All dimensions for the center of gravity indication relate to the bottom left corner of the back wall.

Horizontal (B) 3 5⁄16 ft. (1 013 mm) Vertical (A) 3 3⁄ Depth (C) 1

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ft. (971 mm)

⁄8 ft. (570 mm)

SMA America, LLC Transport Packaging

Center of Gravity of the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central CP/500HE-US without AC Switch:

All dimensions for the center of gravity indication relate to the bottom left corner of the back wall.

Horizontal (B) 3 Vertical (A) 3

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ft. (1 010 mm)

⁄4 ft. (1 151 mm)

Depth (C) 1 5⁄8 ft. (494 mm)

Center of Gravity of the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central CP/500HE-US with AC Switch:

All dimensions for the center of gravity indication relate to the bottom left corner of the back wall.

Horizontal (B) 3 23⁄ Vertical (A) 3 43⁄ Depth (C) 1 ft. 9

ft. (1 023 mm)

ft. (1 119mm)

⁄2 in. (544 mm)

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Transport Packaging SMA America, LLC

4.2 Symbols on the Transport Packaging

The following symbols are applied to the transport packaging:

Symbol Explanation

Transport the transport packaging with this side up.

The contents of the transport packaging are fragile.

Do not use sharp tools when opening the transport packaging.

Do not place anything on top of the transport packaging.

Center of gravity of the transport packaging.

4.3 Technical Data for the Transport Packaging

Technical Data for the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central 250U/500U

Weight (approximate) 1 150 lbs. (522 kg) Width x height x depth 6 ft. x 6

Technical Data for the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central CP/500HE-US

Weight (approximate) 1 510 lbs. (685 kg) Width x height x depth 6 ft. x 7 in. x 3 ft. 4 in. x 8

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⁄2 ft. x 3 ft. 8 21⁄64 in. (1 829 mm x 1 981 mm x 1 130 mm)

⁄64in. (1 829 mm x 2 235 mm x 1 130 mm)

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5 Transporting the Packaged Disconnect Unit

You can transport the packaged Disconnect Unit using a forklift truck.

Danger of crushing caused by tipping package!

If insufficiently secured, the package can fall off the pallet.

• Only transport the package as described in this manual.

• Take note of the centre of gravity marking on the transport packaging.

• Means of transport must be designed for the weight of the package.

• Do not tip package over during transport.

• Transport the package only if sufficiently secured.

• Keep a safe distance from the package at all times during transport.

1. Drive forklift truck under the transport packaging at the center of gravity marking.

2. Secure the package against tipping, for example using lashing straps.

3. Raise the package slightly.

4. Transport the package.

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6 Unpacking the Disconnect Unit

6.1 Removing the Film

The Disconnect Unit is packed using a protective film. This film is affixed to the pallet. Remove this film as described in this section.

Damage to property caused by sharp objects!

When cutting through the film with a sharp object you could damage the enclosure of the Disconnect Unit.

• Only cut through the film close to the pallet.

• Observe the correct distance from the enclosure.

1. Cut through film close to the pallet.

2. Pull film off the Disconnect Unit upward.

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6.2 Removing the Lashing Straps

The Disconnect Unit box is secured to the pallet using lashing straps to prevent tipping during transport.

Risk of being cut by rebounding lashing straps!

The lashing straps are under tension and spring back when removed.

• Wear personal protective equipment.

• Keep a safe distance from the lashing straps.

1. Cut through lashing straps with a knife.

2. Remove the lashing straps.

Danger of crushing caused by tipping package!

If insufficiently secured, the package can fall off the pallet.

• Take note of the centre of gravity marking on the transport packaging.

• All means of transport used must be designed for the weight of the package of 1 510 lbs. (685 kg).

• Do not tip package over during transport.

• Do not transport the package unless sufficiently secured.

• Keep a safe distance from the package at all times during transport.

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6.3 Removing the Clamping Bands

The individual box components of the Disconnect Unit are affixed with clamping bands.

Risk of being cut by rebounding clamping bands!

The clamping bands are under tension and spring back when removed.

• Wear personal protective equipment.

• Keep a safe distance from the clamping bands.

1. Cut through clamping bands with a knife.

2. Remove the clamping bands.

6.4 Removing the Box Components

1. Remove lid of box.

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2. Remove wooden frame and squared timber.

3. Open the clamping fastener by pulling the strap on the left-hand side.

4. Remove clamping fastener from box.

5. Remove walls of the box.

– Remove front wall of the box.

– Remove back wall of the box.

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6. Remove boxes from the side. The lid and the accessories kit are found in the lower box. The upper box is packaging material.

7. Remove the box cover.

8. Unpack lid.

9. Remove accessories kit.

10. Open accessories kit.

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7.1 Transporting the Disconnect Unit Using a Crane

Danger of crushing if raised or hovering Disconnect Unit tips over, falls or swings!

If the Disconnect Unit is raised and transported without due care or too quickly it may tip over or fall.

• Transport the Disconnect Unit as close to the ground as possible at all times.

• Use all suspension points for transportation.

• Avoid making fast and jerky movements with the crane.

• Keep a safe distance from the Disconnect Unit at all times during transport.

• All means of transport used must be designed for the weight of the Disconnect Unit of 1 510 lbs. (685 kg).

11. Position the crane hook with crane cables in the center above the Disconnect Unit.

12. Connect the load hook of the crane cables to all four crane eyes of the Disconnect Unit.

13. Raise the crane hook slowly until the crane cables are tensed.

14. Ensure that all crane cables and load hooks are attached correctly.

15. Raise the Disconnect Unit slightly.

16. Transport the Disconnect Unit to the installation site.

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7.2 Transporting the Disconnect Unit Using a Forklift Truck

Removing the Kick Plates of the Disconnect Unit

Unscrew the kick plates to transport the Disconnect Unit using a forklift truck.

There are two kick plates at the front and two kick plates at the back of the Disconnect Unit.

1. Remove all eight screws of the two front kick plates.

2. Remove both front kick plates.

3. Remove all eight screws of the two rear kick plates.

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4. Remove both rear kick plates.

Transporting the Disconnect Unit

Danger of crushing caused by tipping of the Disconnect Unit!

If insufficiently secured, the Disconnect Unit can tip over.

• Only transport the Disconnect Unit as described in this manual.

• Observe the center of gravity of the Disconnect Unit.

• All means of transport used must be designed for the weight of the Disconnect Unit of 1 510 lbs. (685 kg).

• Do not tip Disconnect Unit over during transport.

• Transport the Disconnect Unit only if sufficiently secured.

• Keep a safe distance from the Disconnect Unit at all times during transport.

1. Drive the forklift truck under t he D isc onn ect Unit at the front or back.

2. Secure Disconnect Unit against tipping, for example using lashing straps.

3. Raise the Disconnect Unit slightly.

4. Transport the Disconnect Unit to the installation site.

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Install the Kick Plates of the Disconnect Unit

After transporting the Disconnect Unit, replace the kick plates.

1. Align both front kick plates to the Disconnect Unit and place all eight screws in the holes.

2. Tighten all eight screws of the two front kick plates with a torque of 44 in-lbs. (5 Nm).

3. Align both re ar kic k plat es to the Disconnect Unit and place all eight screws in the holes.

4. Tighten all eight screws of the two rear kick plates with a torque of 44 in-lbs. (5 Nm).

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8 Preparing the Disconnect Unit for Installation

8.1 Opening the Disconnect Unit

Note the grounding strap on the front plate

At the bottom left corner of the front plate, a grounding strap is fitted and connected to the Disconnect Unit. Do not damage the grounding strap when opening the Disconnect Unit.

Danger of crushing caused by heavy front plate!

When removing the front plate, there is a danger of crushing between the Disconnect Unit and the front plate.

• Note the weight of the front plate of 110 lbs. (50 kg).

• Move the front plate of the Disconnect Unit with at least two persons.

• Ensure that one person is holding the front plate of the enclosure at all times when the other person is working on it.

• Wear personal protective equipment.

1. Turn all switches of the Disconnect Unit to the right into the "On" position. Push or pull the switches hard to move them.

2. Release the three screws on the handles on the lefthand side of the front plate.

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3. Tu rn al l sw itc hes on t he D isc onn ect Uni t to t he l eft int o the "Off" position. Push or pull the switches hard to move them.

4. Release all screws with the exception of the screws in the four corners of the front plate.

5. Hold the front plate of the Disconnect Unit and release the last four screws.

6. Pull the bottom edge of the front plate of the enclosure approximately 6 in. (150 mm) to the front.

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7. Pull the front plate of the enclosure upwards and unhook.

8. Pull the front plate forwards by around 8 in. (200 mm) and hold with two hands.

9. Unscrew grounding strap at the bottom left corner of the front plate.

10. Remove front plate.

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8.2 Mounting the Lid

Danger of crushing between the lid and the Disconnect Unit!

• Note the weight of the lid of 37.5 lbs. (17 kg).

• Install the lid of the Disconnect Unit with at least two persons.

• Make sure that one person always hold the lid while the other person performs work at it.

Screws for Installing the Lid

Screws to affix the lid are found in a bag attached to the lid. Remove the bag and unpack the screws before affixing the lid.

Note the grounding strap on the lid

A grounding strap is installed on the lid. The free end is affixed to the lid. Remove the adhesive strips before installing the lid. Connect the grounding strip to the Disconnect Unit as described below.

1. Clean lid.

2. Lay the lid on the Disconnect Unit, slightly to one side.

3. Screw grounding strap to the Disconnect Unit with contact washer, washer, split lock washer and nut with a torque of 71 in-lbs. (8 Nm).

4. Push the lid forwards from the back beneath the straps.

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5. Align the lid flush with the sides and back of the Disconnect Unit. Holes in the front of the lid must be positioned to fit over the threads of the Disconnect Unit.

6. Install the lid on the Disconnect Unit using the screws provided.

7. Tighten screws with a torque of 18 in-lbs. (2 Nm).

8.3 Closing the Disconnect Unit

Fully Installing the Disconnect Unit

If you are fully installing the Disconnect Unit in accordance with the Installation Guide, you will save time because the Disconnect Unit is already open. If the installation takes place later or at a different location, close the Disconnect Unit as described in this chapter.

Note before closing the Disconnect Unit

• The handles on the front plate of the enclosure must be put into the "Off" position so that the shafts can be engaged.

• The two hooks for the front plate of the enclosure must be correctly positioned. The two hooks are moveable and must be arranged 11 (300 mm … 400 mm) from the sides.

⁄4in. … 1 ft. 33⁄4in.

Figure2:Position of the hooks for connecting the front plate.

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Danger of crushing caused by heavy front plate!

• Note the weight of the front plate 110 lbs. (50 kg).

• Move the front plate of the Disconnect Unit with at least two persons.

• Ensure that one person is holding the front plate of the enclosure at all times when the other person is working on it.

1. Screw the grounding strap in the bottom left corner of the Disconnect Unit to the front plate of the enclosure. Tighten screw with a torque of 71 in-lbs. (8 Nm).

2. Tip the front plate over with two persons so that the upper edge is pointing towards the Disconnect Unit. Hook the front plate of the enclosure onto the two hooks on the front of the Disconnect Unit.

3. Press the lower edge of the front plate of the enclosure onto the Disconnect Unit.

4. For each of the switch handles on the front of the front plate: Shake the handles gently a few times so that the switch shaft engages with the handle.

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5. Fit the front plate of the enclosure to the Disconnect Unit with four screws and four sealing washers at its four corners. Tighten the screws so that they are handtight (the front plate of the enclosure can still be moved).

6. 11 accessible holes are left without screws on the front plate. The three holes behind the left handles are not reachable yet. Insert one screw with sealing washer in each of the 11 holes. Fasten the screws hand-tight.

7. Ensure that the front plate of the enclosure is aligned at the edg es o f th e Di sco nne ct U nit . Ti ght en all screws with a torque of 44 in-lbs. (5 Nm).

8. Ensure that all switches are functioning correctly. Switch all switches into the "On" position and then back into the "Off" position.

The switches function properly if there is no clearance of the shafts and the switches make a clear switching noise. Readjust if necessary.

9. When all switches are functioning correctly: Switch all switches into the "On" position and insert three screws with sealing washers into the holes on the handles on the left-hand side. Tighten screws with a torque of 44 in-lbs. (5 Nm).

10. Switch all switches into the "Off" position.

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11. For the Disconnect Unit for Sunny Central 500HEUS/CA/CP: Make sure that the grounding strap at the clamp of the AC switch is correctly connected to the flap and that it is not jammed between enclosure and flap. Close the flap after check.

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SMA DU-SC-US User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 Information on this Manual

2Scope of Supply

3Storage

4 Transport Packaging

4.1 Transport Packaging and Center of Gravity

4.2 Symbols on the Transport Packaging

4.3 Technical Data for the Transport Packaging

5 Transporting the Packaged Disconnect Unit

6 Unpacking the Disconnect Unit

6.1 Removing the Film

6.2 Removing the Lashing Straps

6.3 Removing the Clamping Bands

6.4 Removing the Box Components

7 Transporting the Disconnect Unit Without Packaging

7.1 Transporting the Disconnect Unit Using a Crane

7.2 Transporting the Disconnect Unit Using a Forklift Truck

8 Preparing the Disconnect Unit for Installation

8.1 Opening the Disconnect Unit

8.2 Mounting the Lid

8.3 Closing the Disconnect Unit

9Contact