Xantrex Technology GT100E User Manual

GT100E MS
Combiner Box
for Master/Slave
Configuration

Owner’s Manual

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

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC.
(“XANTREX”)

(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF
ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER
DOCUMENTATION.

(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER
DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF
THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE
ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision

January 2005 Revision A

Part Number

152602

Contact Information

Telephone: [phone] (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5097 (direct)

Fax: [phone] (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5143 (direct)
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.xantrex.com

About This Manual

Purpose

The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanat ion s an d
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 In stallation 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:

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

These notes describe things which are important for you to know,

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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, G T100E Grid T ie 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
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

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -v

3

Configuration

Master/Slave Configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2

Warranty and Product Information

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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -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 - - - - - - - - - 2–14

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