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System Monitoring
Anemometer
Installation Guide
WindSensor-eng-IUS110910 | 98-0026510 | Version 1.0
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Important Safety Instructions SMA America, LLC
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions for the anemometer, that must be followed during
installation and maintenance.
The anemometer is designed and tested according to international safe ty req uirements, bu t as wi th all
electrical and electronic equipment, certain precautions must be observed when installing and/or
operating the anemometer. To reduce the risk of personal injury and to ensure the safe installation
and operation of the anemometer, you must carefully read and follow all instructions, cautions and
warnings in this installation guide.
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
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
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Other symbols in this document
In addition to the safety and hazard symbols described on the previous pages, the following symbol
is also used in this installation guide:
Information
This symbol accompanies notes that call attention to supplementary information that you
must know and use to ensure optimal operation of the system.
General warnings
General warnings
All electrical installations must be done in accordance with the local and
NationalElectrical Code
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ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code®
CSAC22.1. This document does not and is not intended to replace any local, state,
provincial, federal or national laws, regulation or codes applicable to the installation and
use of the anemometer, including without limitation applicable electrical safety codes. All
installations must conform with the laws, regulations, codes and standards applicable in
the jurisdiction of installation. SMA America, LLC assumes no responsibility for the
compliance or noncompliance with such laws or codes in connection with the installation
of the anemometer.
Before installing or using the anemometer, read all of the instructions, cautions, and
warnings on the anemometer in this installation guide.
Wiring of the anemometer must be made by qualified personnel only.
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SMA America, LLC Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Notes on this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1 Validity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 Target Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.3 Storing the Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.4 Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.1 Appropriate Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1 Scope of Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Cabling Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Selecting the Mounting Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Mounting the Anemometer on a Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Mounting the Anemometer on a Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.3.1 Wall Mounting with Mounting Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.3.2 Wall Mounting with Wall Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5 Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.1 Circuit diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.2 Connecting the Sensor to the Sunny SensorBox . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6 Decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.1 Dismantling the Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2 Disposing of the Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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7 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8 Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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SMA America, LLC Notes on this Guide
1 Notes on this Guide
This installation guide describes how to install and commission the anemometer. Keep this guide in a
convenient place for future reference.
1.1 Validity
This installation guide is valid for the upgrade kit of the anemometer.
1.2 Target Group
This guide is for electrically skilled persons. Electrically skilled persons received training and have
demonstr ated s kills and knowledge in the c onstr uction and operation of this device. Electrically skilled
persons are trained to deal with the dangers and hazards involved in installing electric devices.
1.3 Storing the Documentation
Keep these guides in a convenient place for future reference.
1.4 Nomenclature
In this document, SMA America Production, LLC and SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. are
hereinafter referred to as SMA.
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Safety SMA America, LLC
2 Safety
2.1 Appropriate Usage
The anemometer is a sensor intended to measure horizontal wind force outdoors. The provided
performance data can be processed by the Sunny SensorBox. Use the anemometer exclusively for
purposes indicated in the installation guide and the indicated application range. Use only SMA
original accessories or accessories recommended by SMA. Read the accompanying documentation
for the anemometer and the communication product carefully before connecting the anemometer.
2.2 Safety Instructions
DANGER
Installation of the anemometer at great heights.
Death or serious injuries may result from falling.
• Work on rooftops entails a safety risk and requires special safeguards to be
implemented.
• Only qualified personnel may perform work on rooftops.
WARNING
Danger of falling due to incorrectly laid cables.
• Lay cables so that no one stands on them or trips over them.
CAUTION
Overvoltage due to lightning.
Fire and damage of connected devices possible.
• Integrate the sensor into the existing lightning protection.
NOTICE
Damage to the sensors as a result of incorrect connection to the Sunny Boy Control Plus or
Sunny Central Control.
• Before connecting, read the corresponding installation guide and use the enclosed
circuit diagram when commissioning the Sunny Central Control.
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SMA America, LLC Unpacking
3 Unpacking
3.1 Scope of Delivery
Position Number Description
A 1 Anemometer with 98 ft. (30 m) connection cable
B1Mounting bracket
C2Screws
D2Screw anchors
E2Straps
F2Washers
3.2 Cabling Recommendations
If the pre-configured connection cable is too short, please note the following information when
purchasing a longer cable:
• Cross section: min. 2 x 0.25 mm², min. 2 x AWG 24 Tip: you can also use a 4-conductor cable
(4 x 0.25 mm²).
• External cable diameter: min.
• The maximum cable length may not exceed 98 ft (30 m).
• UV resistant (for outdoor use only)
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1
⁄8in., max. 1⁄4in. (min. 4.5 mm, max. 6 mm)
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3.3 Selecting the Mounting Location
• The mounting location must not be sheltered from the wind or in the lee of objects such as
chimneys or satellite systems.
• The anemometer must be mounted in an upright position; otherwise, water can enter the
anemometer and destroy it.
• If possible, install the anemometer in the center of flat roofs. Installing the anemometer at the
edge of the roof may cause air turbulence that may distort the measuring results.
• Observe the prefabricated cable length of 9
a maximum of 98 ft. (30 m).
3
⁄4ft. (3 m). The cable may be cut or extended to
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4 Mounting
4.1 Safety
DANGER
Installation of the anemometer at great heights.
Death or serious injuries may result from falling.
• Only qualified personnel may perform work on rooftops.
CAUTION
Overvoltage due to lightning.
Fire and damage of connected devices possible.
• Integrate the anemometer into the existing lightning protection.
4.2 Mounting the Anemometer on a Mast
1. Determine the mounting position taking into
consideration the requirements of the mounting
location.
2. Attach the mounting bracket using the enclosed
clamp at the top end of the mast (see ➀ ).
3. Place anemometer with the screws in the wide
recesses of the mounting bracket (see ➁ ) and
rotate the anemometer up to the end of the narrow
recess (see ➂ ).
4. Tighten the screws below the anemometer.
5. Attach ca bles c losel y to the mast us ing ca ble ties or
similar mounting material.
☑ The anemometer is mounted.
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Mounting SMA America, LLC
4.3 Mounting the Anemometer on a Wall
4.3.1 Wall Mounting with Mounting Bracket
If the anemometer is mounted directly on the wall, turbulence may occur, which reduces
the precision of measurements.
We recommend using a wall mounting bracket for wall mounting (see section 4.3.2”Wall
Mounting with Wall Mounting Bracket” (page15)). The wall mounting bracket enlarges
th e di sta nce to t he w all and avo ids tur bul enc e. T he a ccurac y of measurements is increased.
1. Determine the mounting position taking into
consideration the requirements of the mounting
location.
2. Attach the mounting bracket on the lateral end of
the wall using screws and screw anchors (see ➀ ).
3. Place the anemometer including screws into the
wi de r ece sse s of the mou nti ng br ack et ( see ➁) a nd
rotate the anemometer to the end of the narrow
recesses (see ➂ ).
4. Tighten the screws below the anemometer.
5. Lay cables on the wall.
☑ The anemometer is mounted.
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4.3.2 Wall Mounting with Wall Mounting Bracket
SMA order number: Wall mounting bracket
Position Number Description
A1Wall-mounting bracket
B4Hexagon screws
C4Washers
D4Screw anchors
The optional wall mounting bracket is required for wall mounting using the wall mounting bracket.
1. Determine the mounting position taking into
consideration the requirements of the mounting
location.
2. Attach the wall mounting bracket to the wall using
screws, screw anchors and washers.
3. Mounting the anemometer on a mast
(see page .13).
4. Attach cables closely to the wall mounting bracket
using cable ties or similar mounting material.
☑ The anemometer is mounted.
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Electrical Connection SMA America, LLC
5 Electrical Connection
5.1 Circuit diagram
Position Description
A Reed sensor
5.2 Connecting the Sensor to the Sunny SensorBox
1. Open the Sunny SensorBox as described in the Sunny SensorBox Installation Guide.
2. Unscrew the cable gland's lock nut on the top left of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the fillerplugs.
3. Thread the sensor cable through the lock nut and
the cable gland at the top left into the Sunny
SensorBox enclosure.
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4. Connect the sensor to connection "F3: Wind" of the
Sunny SensorBox. The polarity of the cables is userdefined.
5. Tighten the lock nut with 7 in-lbs. (0.8 Nm) to the cable gland.
6. Lay the cable using suitable mounting material.
☑ The anemometer is connected. You can now put the Sunny SensorBox into operation.
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Decommissioning SMA America, LLC
6 Decommissioning
6.1 Dismantling the Sensor
1. Reset the configuration of the sensor in the communication device.
2. Detach the sensor cable from the communication device.
3. Disassemble the sensor depending on the assembly type.
☑ The sensor is disassembled.
6.2 Disposing of the Sensor
At the end of the service life of the sensor, dispose of it in accordance with the disposal regulations
for electronic waste applicable at the installation site at that time. Alternatively, send it back to SMA
with shipping costs paid by sender, and labeled "ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("for disposal").
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SMA America, LLC Technical data
7 Technical data
Mechanical data
Altitude 6 5⁄16in. (160 mm)
Base diameter 2 in. (50 mm)
Cup diameter 5
Weight 10 5⁄8oz. (300 g)
Measured Values
Proportional frequency to wind force 100 Hz at 78 kn. (40 m/s)
Accuracy ± 0.5 %
Measuring range* 78 kn. to 117 kn.
Resolution** 1 5⁄16ft. (0.4 m)
Proportional frequency to wind force 100 Hz at 78 kn. (40 m/s)
* 117 kn. (60 m/s) are also possible briefly
** Wind run
Environmental conditions during operation*
Ambient temperature –13 °F to +140 °F (– 25 °C to + 60 °C)
Mounting location Outdoors
* When free of ice
9
⁄32in. (134 mm)
(0.8 m/s to 40 m/s)
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Contact SMA America, LLC
8 Contact
If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Serviceline. We need the
following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance:
• Sensor model
•Communication device
• Measured values
SMA Solar Technology America, LLC
6020 West Oaks Blvd
Rocklin, CA 95765
Tel. +1 916 625 0870
Tel. +1 877-MY SMA TECH
Tel. +1 877 697 6283 (Toll free, available for USA, Canada and Puerto Rico)
Fax +1 916 625 0871
Service@SMA-America.com
www.SMA-America.com
SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc.
2425 Matheson Blvd E,
8th Floor
Mississauga, ON L4W 5K5,
Canada
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