Owner’s Manual
GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration
GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration
Owner’s Manual
About Xantrex
Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.
Trademarks
GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International.
Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.
Notice of Copyright
GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration Owner’s Manual© January 2005 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
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Date and Revision
January 2005 Revision A
Part Number
152602
Contact Information
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1 360 925 5097 |
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Fax: |
1 800 994 7828 |
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1 360 925 5143 |
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customerservice@xantrex.com |
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www.xantrex.com |
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About This Manual
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration.
Scope
The Manual provides safety guidelines, procedures for installing the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, as well as information about configuring the combiner box. It does not provide details about the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter. You need to consult the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter Installation Manual (P/N 152364) and GT100E Grid Tie Inverter Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Manual (P/N 152365) for this information.
Audience
The Manual is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration. Installers should be certified technicians or electricians.
Organization
This Manual is organized into three chapters:
Chapter 1, “Introduction”, Chapter 1 contains a description of the GT100E MS and lists the different operating states available with the GT100E MS Combiner Box.
Chapter 2, “Installation”, Chapter 2 contains procedures on how to mount the GT100E MS and make the cable connections.
Chapter 3, “Configuration”, Chapter 3 describes how to configure the GT100E MS for Master/Slave configuration.
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About This Manual
Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this guide.
WARNING
Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life
CAUTION
Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or other equipment.
Important: These notes describe things which are important for you to know, but not as serious as a caution or warning.
Related Information
You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep this Owner’s Manual for future reference.
1.Before installing and using the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, GT100E Grid Tie Inverter, and all appropriate sections of this manual.
2.Use only attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer. Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
3.To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not operate the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration with damaged or substandard wiring.
4.Do not operate the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration is damaged, see the Warranty section.
5.Do not disassemble the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration. It contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining service. Attempting to service the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected.
6.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter and the GT100E MS Combiner Box before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -v
1 Introduction
GT100E MS Combiner Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Master/Slave Configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Master Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3
Slave Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3
Master/Slave Operation States - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3
Fault Condition - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4
Mis-configuration of Units - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4
2 Installation
Equipment Required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
- 2–2 |
Unpacking the GT100E MS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
- 2–2 |
Mounting Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
- 2–4 |
Cable Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–5 |
Wire Gauge and Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–5 |
Wire Gauge Requirements for the GT100E MS Combiner Box - - - - - - - - - |
2–5 |
Torque Specifications for the GT100E MS Combiner Box - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–5 |
MS100E Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–6 |
Input/Output Access Panels - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–6 |
PV Array and GT100E Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–7 |
GT100E MS Control Power Cable - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–10 |
MS100E Interface Assembly Installation for GT100E #1 Mounting Instructions 2–11
GT100E Unit Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–14 |
3 Configuration
Master/Slave Configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2
Warranty and Product Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WA–1
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Figures
Figure 1-1 |
Configuration Diagram - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
1–4 |
Figure 2-1 |
GT100E MS Componenets - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–3 |
Figure 2-2 |
Wall Mounting Bracket Locations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–4 |
Figure 2-3 |
Input/Output Access Panel Location- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–6 |
Figure 2-4 |
PV Array and GT100E Connections- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–7 |
Figure 2-5 |
PV Array #1 and GT100E #1 Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–8 |
Figure 2-6 |
PV Array #2 and GT100E #2 Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–9 |
Figure 2-7 |
GT100E MS Power Control Cable Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–10 |
Figure 2-8 |
Location of GT100E MS in the GT100E - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–11 |
Figure 2-9 |
GT100E MS Interface Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–12 |
Figure 2-10 |
GT100E MS Interface Assembly Cable Connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
2–13 |
Figure 2-11 |
GT100E MS Control Power and Interface Cable Connection - - - - - - - - - |
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