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  • Page 1 ABB solar inverters Product manual PVS-175-TL (175 kW)
  • Page 2 ABB and its affiliates are not liable for damages and/or losses re- lated to such security breaches, any unauthorized access, interference, intrusion, leakage and/or theft of data or information.
  • Page 3 3 - Characteristics 4 - Lifting and transport 5 - Installation 6 - Instruments 7 - Operation 8 - Maintenance 9 - Attachments PVS-175-TL-Product manual EN-Rev A (M000045AG) EFFECTIVE 13/12/2018 © Copyright 2018 ABB. All Rights Reserved. - 3 -...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    able of Contents afety and accident prevention ....................... 8 Safety information and instructions ....................8 Symbols and signs ..........................9 Installation and maintenance safety ....................11 General safety information ....................11 Environmental conditions and risks ..................11 Electrical and thermal safety ....................12 Residual risks ............................13 Table of residual risks ......................13 ntroduction and general information .....................
  • Page 5 Communication connection diagrams ....................38 Communication interface ......................38 Ethernet bus connection .......................38 Topographic diagram of the equipment ................40 Safety devices ............................42 Anti-Islanding ........................42 Ground fault of the photovoltaic panels ................42 Overvoltage surge arresters (-SX/SX2 models only) ............42 Other safeguards ........................42 ifting and transport ........................43 General conditions ..........................43 Transport and handling .......................43 Lifting .............................43...
  • Page 6 Measurement tolerance ......................95 peration ............................96 General conditions ..........................96 Commissioning .............................97 Commissioning via ABB Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP ........98 Commissioning Via Web UI - Wireless connection ............100 Power, Alarm, GFI LEDs behaviour ....................108 WLAN/LAN LED behaviour ........................110 Description of the Web User Interface ..................... 111 Access to the Web User Interface ..................
  • Page 7 Verification of ground leakage ......................179 Behaviour of a system without leakage ................179 Behaviour of a system with leakage ...................180 Measuring the isolation resistance of the PV generator..............181 Storage and dismantling ........................182 Storage of the equipment or prolonged stop ..............182 Dismantling, decommissioning and disposal ..............182 ttachments ...........................

  • Page 8: Afety And Accident Prevention

    The operators must read and comply with the technical information and instruction provided in the manual and in the attached documentation. ABB accepts no liability for failure to comply with the instructions for correct installation and cannot be held responsible for the upstream or downstream equipment.

  • Page 9: Symbols And Signs

    1 - Safety and accident prevention ymbols and signs In the manual and/or in some cases on the equipment, the danger or hazard zones are indicated with signs, labels, symbols or icons. Symbol Description It is mandatory to consult the manual or original document, which must be available for future use and must not be damaged in any way.
  • Page 10 1 - Safety and accident prevention Symbol Description Risk of electric shock. The discharge time of the stored energy (repre- sented in the figure by the letters XX), is provided on the identification label. Direct Current Alternate current With isolation transformer Without isolation transformer Positive pole of the input voltage (DC) Negative pole of the input voltage (DC)

  • Page 11: Installation And Maintenance Safety

    1 - Safety and accident prevention nstallation and maintenance safety eneral safety information Do not proceed with installation if the integrity of the equipment is compromised. Do not use the equipment if you find any operating anomalies. Avoid temporary repairs. All repairs should be carried out using only genuine spare parts, which must be installed in accordance with their intended use.

  • Page 12: Electrical And Thermal Safety

    Do not perform insulation or voltage withstand tests on the inverter. ABB inverters must be earthed via the connection points marked with the protective earth symbol and using a cable with an appropriate conductor cross-section for the maximum ground fault current that the generating system might experience.

  • Page 13: Residual Risks

    1 - Safety and accident prevention esidual risks Despite the warnings and safety systems, there are still some residual risks that cannot be eliminated. These risks are listed in the following table with some suggestions to prevent them. able of residual risks RISK ANALYSIS AND DESCRIPTION SUGGESTED REMEDY Noise pollution due to installation in unsuitable environments or where...

  • Page 14: I Ntroduction And General Information

    ABB declares that the equipment complies with the provisions of law currently in force in the country of installation and has issued the corresponding declaration of conformity.

  • Page 15: Scope And Target Audience

    2 - Introduction and general information cope and target audience urpose and document structure This operating and maintenance manual is a useful guide that will enable you to work safely and carry out the operations necessary for keeping the equipment in good working order. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protections and the cer- tifications provided by the equipment may be impaired with the consequent loss of warranty.

  • Page 16: Application Area, General Conditions

    2 - Introduction and general information pplication area, general conditions ABB shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever that may result from incorrect or careless operations. You may not use the equipment for a use that does not conform to that provided for in the field of use.

  • Page 17: Haracteristics

    Characteristics eneral conditions A description of the equipment characteristics is provided to identify its main components and specify the technical terminology used in the ma- nual. This chapter contains information about the models, details of the equipment, characteristics and technical data, overall dimensions and equipment identification.

  • Page 18: Identification Of The Equipment And Manufacturer

    3 - Characteristics dentification of the equipment and manufacturer The technical data provided in this manual does not substitute the data supplied on the labels affixed to the equipment. The labels affixed to the equipment must NOT be removed, damaged, stained, hidden, etc., for any reason whatsoever.
  • Page 19 The officially required information is located on the regulatory label. The identification label is an accessory label which shows the information necessary for the identification and cha- racterisation of the inverter by ABB. In case you need to communicate with ABB about the inverter, the information from identification label are mandatory.

  • Page 20: Models And Range Of Equipment

    3 - Characteristics odels and range of equipment The choice of the inverter model must be made by a qualified technician who knows about the installation conditions, the devices that will be installed outside the inverter and possible integration with an existing system. “Wiring box”...

  • Page 21: List Of Main Reference Components

    3 - Characteristics ist of main reference components Power module Protective earth cable gland AC overvoltage surge arresters Wiring box Service cable glands Interface signal connector (male) Mounting bracket Rear pins for bracket assembly AC interface power connector (male) Handles Cover support brackets Protective earth point (int.) Cover quarter cam locks...

  • Page 22: Communication Board

    3 - Characteristics ommunication board Alarm terminal block ABB RS485 service Ethernet Ethernet connector 1 (RJ45) connector (RJ45) (service only) . RS485 ABB service 120Ohm Remote ON/OFF terminal block USB connector termination res. (service only) DRM0 activation switch RS485 line terminal block SD card slot RS485 line 120Ohm termination res.

  • Page 23: Characteristics And Technical Data

    3 - Characteristics haracteristics and technical data Table: Technical Data PVS-175-TL Input Absolute maximum input voltage (Vmax,abs) 1500 Vdc Input start-up voltage (Vstart) 750 V (650 - 1000 V) Input operating interval (Vdcmin...Vdcmax) 600 - 1500V Rated input voltage (Vdcr) 1100 Vdc Input nominal power(Pdcr) 188000 W @ 30°C - 177000 W @ 40°C...
  • Page 24 Commissioning tool Web User Interface, Mobile APP Remote monitoring services Aurora Vision® monitoring portal Advanced features Embedded logging, direct telemetry data transferring to ABB cloud Environmental Ambient temperature range -25...+60°C /-13...140°F with derating above 40°C / 104 °F Storage temperature -40°C...+85°C / -40°F...185°F...

  • Page 25: Tightening Torques

    3 - Characteristics ightening torques To maintain the IP65 protection of the system and for optimal installation, the following tightening torques must be used: Tightening torques 5 Nm Single core AC cable gland 5 Nm Single core PE cable gland 18 Nm Multi core AC cable gland 5 Nm...

  • Page 26: Overall Dimensions

    3 - Characteristics verall dimensions The overall dimensions (not including the mounting bracket ) are ex- pressed in millimetres. 1060 1086 ounting bracket. The dimensions of the wall mounting bracket are expressed in millime- tres. The diameter of holes in the bracket are 9mm. 1041 366.5 281.5...

  • Page 27: Efficiency Curves

    3 - Characteristics fficiency curves The equipment was designed considering current energy conservation standards, to avoid waste and unnecessary leakage. Graphs of the efficiency curves of all models of inverter described in this manual are shown below. The efficiency curves are linked to technical parameters that are continually being developed and improved and should therefore be considered approximate.

  • Page 28: Power Limitation (Power Derating)

    3 - Characteristics ower limitation (Power derating) In order to allow inverter operation in safe thermal and electrical condi- tions, the unit automatically reduces the value of the power fed into the grid. Power limiting may occur due to: • Adverse environmental conditions (thermal derating) •...

  • Page 29: Power Reduction Due To The Input Voltage

    3 - Characteristics ower reduction due to the input voltage The reduction of the power supplied where the DC input voltage values are too high or too low is adjusted automatically. Output power Vs Input voltage @ 30°C PVS-175 Vin (V) Power reduction behaviour shown in the previous graph is guaranteed only in case of balan- ced input channels.

  • Page 30: P- Q Capability

    3 - Characteristics - Q Capability P-Q capability may be reduced to match the specific grid code require- ments applicable in your country. The following represents the maximum P-Q capability of the unit under the specified operating conditions. Test conditions @ 40°C amb. Ambient temperature 40 °C Rated output voltage (Un)
  • Page 31 3 - Characteristics Test conditions @ 30°C amb. Ambient temperature 30 °C Rated output voltage (Un) 800 Vac Active power (Pn) 185 kW Nominal apparent power (Sn) 175 kVA Rated reactive power (Qn) 175 kVAR Cosphi -0 ... 1 ... 0 + Capability with grid voltage 1.0xUn Capability P-Q...

  • Page 32: Characteristics Of A Photovoltaic Generator

    3 - Characteristics haracteristics of a photovoltaic generator A PV electric system consists of an assembly of photovoltaic modules that transform solar radiation into DC electrical energy and can be made up of: Strings: number of PV modules connected in series Array: group of strings connected in parallel trings and arrays The string technology was developed to significantly reduce the instal-...

  • Page 33: Description Of The Equipment

    (via a photovoltaic field, also called PV generator); in order to use it, it is transformed into “AC” alternate current. This conversion, known as inver- sion from DC to AC, is done in an efficient way by the ABB inverters, with- out using any rotary elements, rather only via static electronic systems.

  • Page 34: Mutual Connection Of Multiple Inverters

    A configuration program that can help to correctly size the photovoltaic system is available on the ABB website (http://stringsizer.abb.com). When configuring DC input and during the installation it’s needed to follow one basic rule to avoid possible output power derating: All MPPTs shall be populated connecting at least one string.

  • Page 35: Functionality And Components Of The Equipment

    • One RS485 line acting as master or slave • Modbus TPC/RTU Sunspec compliant • Support to ABB accessories directly connected to the inverter via RS485 • Remote monitoring and firmware update via Aurora Vision® (logger free) Improved commissioning and maintenance...
  • Page 36 Please contact the ABB tecnichal support for getting your own plant portfolio manager account (mainly for installers and plant administrators). Please get your Plant Viewer and Plant Viewer for Mobile by accessing the website www.auroravision.net and click on “Register with Plant Viewer”...
  • Page 37 Sunspec standard. Please contact the ABB technical support or get access to Sunspec alliance website for further information on Modbus Sunspec products.

  • Page 38: Communication Connection Diagrams

    (logging capability are already integrated into the inverter by default). Aurora Vision Plant Management platform is the ABB cloud solution allowing customer to remotely monitor and manage its own solar plants. Please refer to http://new.abb.com/power-...
  • Page 39 3 - Characteristics In order to improve the communication services and allow reaching of all the inverters in the chain also in presence of fault it is recommended to create a ring shape layout by connecting both the first and the last in- verters of the chain to the local Ethernet switch (as shown in the picture) Ethernet connection Customer router...

  • Page 40: Topographic Diagram Of The Equipment

    3 - Characteristics opographic diagram of the equipment The diagram summarises the internal structure of the inverter. The internal circuitry is with double stage conversion and therefore con- sists of: - DC/DC input converter (booster) - DC/AC output inverter The DC-DC converter and the DC-AC inverter both work at a high switching frequency and are therefore small and relatively light related to output power.
  • Page 41 3 - Characteristics - 41 -...

  • Page 42: Safety Devices

    3 - Characteristics afety devices nti-Islanding In the event of a local grid outage by the electricity company, or when the equipment is switched off for maintenance operations, the inverter must be physically disconnected to ensure the protection of the people working on the grid, in accordance with the relevant national laws and regulations.

  • Page 43: Ifting And Transport

    During handling, do not make any sudden or fast movements that can create dangerous swinging. ifting ABB usually stores and protects individual components by suitable means to make their transport and subsequent handling easier, but as a rule, it is necessary to utilize the experience of specialized staff in change of loading and unloading the components.

  • Page 44: Storage

    4 - Lifting and transport torage If the package with the power module part is stored correctly, it can withstand a maximum load of 2 stacked units (power module+wiring box+bracket). Wiring Bracket Power Module Wiring Bracket Power Module DO NOT stack with equipment or products other than those indicated. Accessory components are in separate packages and can be piled separately eight of the modules of the equipment Table: Weights...

  • Page 45: Types Of Lifting

    4 - Lifting and transport ypes of lifting Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the equipment! must be lifted using the 4 The power module and the wiring box handles or alternatively using suitable lifting equipment. In case of manual lifting the number of required operators necessary to lift the equipment must be in accordance to local regulations relating lifting limits per operator.
  • Page 46 4 - Lifting and transport It is required to use one of the following lifting methods to move the equipment during installation or maintenance phases: Manual lifting (handles) Ropes lifting (eyebolts) Always consider the center of gravity of the enclosures while lifting. Center of gravity (wiring box) Center of gravity (power module) PVS-175...
  • Page 47 4 - Lifting and transport In case of manual lifting it’s suggested to use a support plan (e.g. a table) to place the equipment during the lifiting operation, to allow the change of hands position. - 47 -...

  • Page 48: List Of Components Supplied

    4 - Lifting and transport ist of components supplied The following list shows the supplied components required to correctly install and connect the inverter. Components available in the kit supplied with the wiring box Connector for connection of the configurable relay aux relay (pre-installed on communication board Connector for connecting the Remote ON/OFF...

  • Page 49: Kit Of Recommended Spare Parts

    4 - Lifting and transport it of recommended spare parts A list of spare parts that are compatible with the inverter available is given below: Code Description Quantity Kit of handles Gasket protective covers (temporary installation) PVS-175 INSTALLATION PV quick fit connector sconnection tool IP65 protection covers pro- tection covers for wiring box...

  • Page 50: Installation

    Installation eneral conditions The device is intended to be installed in a suitable plant for its use and its purpose. All the installation instruction described in this chapter must be followed considering the plant structure where the device is intended to be installed. Its performance therefore depends on the correctness of the installation.

  • Page 51: Installation Site And Position

    5 - Installation nstallation site and position Please refer to the warranty terms and conditions to evaluate any possible warranty exclu- sions due to improper installation. General recommendation on installation position • Consult the technical data to check the required environmental condi- tions (protection rating, temperature, humidity, altitude, etc.).
  • Page 52 5 - Installation Distances • Hardware and software maintenance on device entails removing the front cover. Check that the correct installation safety distances are observed in order to allow routine check and maintenance operations. • Provide sufficient working space in front of the inverter that allows to open the front cover and to make connections on the wiring box 50cm...
  • Page 53 5 - Installation - Possible flooding or damage during grass cutting. It changes the bottom (B) required free space: If the inverter is installed in a place where there are risks of flooding or there is need to cut the grass growing underneath the unit, the bottom (B) minimum recommended free space is 50 cm;...

  • Page 54: Wireless Signal Environmental Checks

    5 - Installation ireless signal environmental checks The inverter can be commissioned and monitored using the wireless communication channel. The WLAN board of the inverter uses radio waves to transmit and receive data, it is therefore important to assess this factor in order to have optimal installation. •...

  • Page 55: Installations Above 2000 Metres

    5 - Installation nstallations above 2000 metres On account of the rarefaction of the air (at high altitudes), particular conditions may occur that should be considered when choosing the place of installation: • Less efficient cooling and therefore a greater likelihood of the device going into derating because of high internal temperatures.

  • Page 56: Installations Of Ip65 Protection Covers For Wiring Box Openings (Long Term Installation)

    5 - Installation nstallations of IP65 protection covers for wiring box openings (long term installation) Never leave the power module or the wiring box disassembled on the field. In case is necessary to install the wiring box only, a IP65 protection covers for wiring box openings (long term installation) kit is available as accessory options.

  • Page 57: Mounting With A Support Bracket

    5 - Installation ounting with a support bracket Bracket assembly • Assembly the two side bracket pieces together with the central bracket, by sliding it as shown in the picture and paying attention to the orientation of the pieces (refer to arrow and “UP” mar- kings on the brackets): side bra- ckets arrow have to be turned downwards, central bracket have...
  • Page 58 5 - Installation • Use the two M8 screws with flat and spring washers (supplied) to fix the pieces of the bracket to- gether. • Position the bracket per- fectly level on the support and use it as drilling template. Consider the overall dimensions of the power module and the...
  • Page 59 5 - Installation • It is the installer’s responsibility to Wall/Floor mounting choose an appropriate number minimum fixing points and distribution of attachment points. The choice must be ba- sed on the type of support (wall, frame or other support), the type of anchors to be used, and their ability to support 4 times the in- verter’s weight (4x153Kg=612Kg...
  • Page 60 5 - Installation Assembly the Inverter to the bracket Handling and installa- tion operations shall be performed only by using the special tools and accessories provi- ded with “PVS-175 In- stallation Kit” that have to be ordered separa- tely. The use of these equipment are man- datory to safely install the inverter.
  • Page 61 5 - Installation • Lift the power module to the bracket and over the wiring box , using the handles or the M12 eyebolts. Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the equipment. Always consider the center of gravity of the enclosu- res while lifting.
  • Page 62 5 - Installation • Fasten all of the four side closu- res (latches) as shown it the pictures. Risk of injury due to the high strengt of latches . Use the proper protection gloves. - 62 -...
  • Page 63 5 - Installation Opening the cover • Using the key tool provided with the installation kit content in the wiring box package, open the three cover quarter cam locks following the proper ways as shown in the related silkscreens on the cover. •...
  • Page 64 5 - Installation Final fastening operations In order to reach the four junction screws and complete the power module and wiring box mating, the DC surge arrester plate have to be opened as follow: • Remove the three M5 screws from the DC surge arrester plate •...
  • Page 65 5 - Installation • Tighteen the four hexagonal junction screws with a tightening torque of 12 Nm. • Close the DC surge arrester plate using the three M5 screws pre- viously removed. • Tighteen the two side screws (supplied) with a tightening torque of 5 Nm, to avoid the tilting of the bottom part of the inverter.
  • Page 66 5 - Installation Connection of the interface connectors Last operation before proceeding with the wiring and connections of AC and DC sources is to connect the five interface connectors that allow the power and communication connection between the power module and the wiring box Connection of the AC interface power connector: •...
  • Page 67 5 - Installation Connection of the signal interface connectors: • Connect the signal interface connector (male) with the related sig- nal interface connector (female) (push the connector until you hear a locking “click”). Click Click Connection of the logic interface connectors: •...

  • Page 68: Routing The Cable To The Inverter

    5 - Installation outing the cable to the inverter The cable routing have to be done in order to avoid water dripping to the AC panel cable glands , DC input quick fit connectors or to service cable glands PVS-175 Expecially when coming from the top, the cables must be routed in order to create a loop: in this way the...

  • Page 69: Grid Output Connection (Ac Side)

    “Installation of IP65 protection covers for wiring box openings (long term installation)” for further information about the installation procedures. haracteristics and sizing of the protective grounding cable ABB inverters must be earthed via the connection points marked with the protective earth symbol and using a cable with an appropriate conductor cross-section for the maximum ground fault current that the generating system might experience.

  • Page 70: Characteristics And Sizing Of The Ac Cable

    5 - Installation haracteristics and sizing of the AC cable The cross-section of the AC line conductor cables must be sized in order to prevent unwanted disconnections of the inverter from the grid due to high impedance of the line that connects the inverter to the power supply; If the impedance is too high it causes an increase in the AC voltage which, on reaching the limit set by the standards in the country of installation, causes the inverter to switch off.

  • Page 71: Selection Of Differential Protection Downstream Of The Inverter

    2.0 A In accordance with article 712.413.1.1.1.2 of Section 712 of IEC Standard 64-8/7, we hereby declare that, because of their construction, ABB inverters do not inject ground fault direct currents. In the case of systems which consist of several inverters connected to a single switch with differential protection it is recommended that a device is installed which allows the adjustment of the tripping value and the tripping time.

  • Page 72: Ac Output Cables Connection

    5 - Installation C output cables connection Before carrying out any operation, check that any external AC switch downstream to the inverter (grid side) are in OFF position and check for voltage absence on the AC conductors! Routing of the AC cables inside the inverter must be carried out from the right side of the inverter.
  • Page 73 5 - Installation Depending on the ground connection method (internal or external ) follow the procedures described below: Internal ground connection • Pass the protective earth cable trought the proper cable gland on the AC panel. • Fix the protective earth cable lug to the protection earth connection point (int.) using the washers and bolt pre-installed on the M10 stud, as shown in the following...
  • Page 74 5 - Installation • Pass the AC cables trought the cable glands on the AC panel. • Fix the R, S and T cable lugs to the AC connection busbars , paying attention to the correspondence of the phases with the labels, using the washers and the M10 nuts pre-installed on the busbar as shown in the following diagram:...

  • Page 75: Operations Preliminary To The Connection Of The Pv Generator

    5 - Installation perations preliminary to the connection of the PV generator In order to safely perform the preliminary operations before the connection to the PV gene- rator, the connection of the ground protection cable to the wiring box is mandatory. hecking of leakage to ground of the photovoltaic generator Measure the voltage present between positive and negative pole of each string with respect to ground.

  • Page 76: Input Connection To Pv Generator (Dc Side)

    5 - Installation nput connection to PV generator (DC side) After having carried out preliminary checks and therefore having verified that there are no problems in the photovoltaic system, you may connect the inputs to the inverter. Comply with the maximum input current relating to the quick-fit connectors as indicated in the technical data.
  • Page 77 5 - Installation Connect all the strings required by the system, always checking the seal of the connectors. Make sure to connect at least one string per MPPTs to prevent unbalancing between input channels. If any string inputs is not required check that protective caps are installed to the relative unused connectors.

  • Page 78: Installation Procedure For Quick-Fit Connectors

    The model of connectors installed on your inverter must be matched by the same model of the respective corresponding parts to be used (check the corresponding part on the manufacturer's website or with ABB). Using mating parts that are not compliant with the quick fit connector models on the inverter could cause serious damage to the unit and lead to invalidation of the warranty.
  • Page 79 5 - Installation - Insert the crimped terminal contact into the insulator body of the con- nector, until you hear the click indicating that the terminal is engaged inside the connector. Click - Firmly tighten the cable gland using the relevant tool to finish the ope- ration.

  • Page 80: Quick Fit Connector Disconnection

    5 - Installation uick fit connector disconnection CAUTION: Risk of electric shock! Do not disconnect PV connectors while under load! Refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the neces- sary steps to safely disconnect the connectors! In order to disconnect the PV connectors it is necessary to use the discon- nection tool provided with the “PVS-175 Installation Kit”.

  • Page 81: Communication And Control Board

    Code Reference Description of the communication and control board Connection to the multifunction relay (ALARM terminal block) RS485 ABB service 120Ohm termination resistance selector switch (ABB service only) DRM0 activation switch RS485 line 120Ohm termination resistance selector switch ABB RS485 service Ethernet connector (RJ45) (ABB service only)

  • Page 82: Connections To The Communication And Control Board

    5 - Installation onnections to the communication and control board The communication and control signals are connected to the communication and control board inside the wiring box or directly to the connectors on the external of the inverter. In particular, on the right side of the wiring box , there are four M25 cable glands that can...
  • Page 83 5 - Installation To connect the signal and communication wirings, the communication and control board have to be extracted by removing the two M5 screws, as shown in the picture below: After the connections has been made, re-insert the communication and control board in the own board tray and fasten the two M5 screws previosly removed.

  • Page 84: Ethernet Connection

    5 - Installation thernet connection The ethernet connection allows a direct data transfer to the ABB server for monitoring purpose. When the inverter will be powered on, network parameters are automatically set and the inverter start the transmission of telemetry data to the Aurora Vision CLOUD platform.
  • Page 85 For further information on the Ethernet connection refer to the Local Area Network standard IEEE802.3 Please refer to Aurora Vision documents available on ABB website for further information how to get an Aurora Vision account for remotely monitoring and managing the installed solar assets.

  • Page 86: Serial Communication Connection (Rs485 - Slave Mode)

    5 - Installation erial communication connection (RS485 - Slave mode) Please note that automatic settings of network parameters at turning on, embedded logging capability, automatic logger-free transferring of data to Aurora Vision Cloud and remote firmware update are provided over TCP/IP (Ethernet and/or Wi-fi) bus only. The use of the inverters over the RS485 line is recommended in case of monitoring and controlling by using third party RS485 control systems.
  • Page 87 5 - Installation For long distance connections is preferable using a shielded twisted pair cable with characteristic impedance of Z0=120 Ohm like the one shown on the following table: Signal Symbol SHIELD Positive data 485+ 485+ 485- Negative data 485- SHIELD Reference 485+...
  • Page 88 5 - Installation Connect all the units of the RS485 chain in accordance with the daisy- chain model observing the correspondence between the signals, and activate the termination resistance of the communication line in the final element of the chain by switching the switch in the ON position.
  • Page 89 RS485 RJ45 connector for ABB Service operation The inverter has an second RS485 communication lines working as Slave to be used by ABB Service personnel only. This communication port has is configured for communicating over proprietary communication protocol called “Aurora”.

  • Page 90: Serial Communication Connection (Rs485 - Master Mode)

    (like weather station): in this case data from accessories will be logged and transferred to the cloud by inverter itself (master mode). This allow to use the inverter as logger also for ABB accessories. To know how to connect the accessories to the RS485 terminal block refer to accessory product manual or contact ABB customer support.

  • Page 91: Remote Control Connection

    5 - Installation emote control connection The connection and disconnection of the inverter to and from the grid can be controlled through an external control. The function must be enabled in the relevant menu of the Web User Interface. If the remote control function is disabled, the switching on of the inverter is dictated by the presence of the normal parameters which allow the inverter to connect to the grid.

  • Page 92: Configurable Relay Connection (Alarm And Aux)

    5 - Installation onfigurable Relay connection (ALARM and AUX) The inverter is equipped with 2 multifunction relays with configurable activation. It can be connected with normally open contact (being connected between the N.O. terminal and the common contact C) and with normally closed contact (being connected between the N.C.

  • Page 93: Instruments

    We, therefore, advise that you carefully read this manual. If you are not sure about any information in this manual, please ask ABB Service for more detailed information. Do not use the equipment if: - you do not have suitable qualifications to work on this equipment or similar products;...

  • Page 94: Description Of The Led Function

    LED will continue to blink until the sunlight is sufficient for activation. ALARM Indicates that the inverter has detected an anomaly. This type of problem is highlighted in the Web User Interface and ABB Installer for Solar Inverters APP. PVS-175 The “GFI”...

  • Page 95: User Interface

    1. ABB Installer for Solar Inverters • Mobile APP improving multiple inverter commissioning and system settings with ABB Installer for Solar Inverters APP. • Compatible with Android devices. • Updating of the inverter firmware. 2. Embedded Web User Interface •...

  • Page 96: Peration

    Operation eneral conditions Before checking the operation of the equipment, it is necessary to have a thorough knowledge of the Instruments chapter 6 and the functions that have been enabled in the installation process. The equipment operates automatically without the aid of an operator; the operating state should be controlled through the equipment’s instrumentation.

  • Page 97: Commissioning

    A switch-off of the system during this process could cause serious damage to the inverter. Commissioning could be carried out in two different ways: • Via ABB Installer for Solar Inverters APP Recommended mobile APP for commissioning a single inverter as well as a multi-inverter solar plant.

  • Page 98: Commissioning Via Abb Installer For Solar Inverters Mobile App

    • Perform the installation wizard steps enabling the transfering the set- tings to all the claimed inverters. For more details about the procedure for commissioning with the ABB Installer for Solar In- verters APP refer to dedicated documentation on the ABB solar website.
  • Page 99 7 - Operation After the commissioning via ABB Installer for Solar Inverters APP is com- pleted, the inverter changes the behaviour of the “Power” and “Alarm” LEDs , in relation of the input voltage value: Input voltage LED Status Description...

  • Page 100: Commissioning Via Web Ui - Wireless Connection

    Note that it’s required to digit also the dash “-” characters of the Product Key in the password field. In case of need, product key can be recovered by Aurora Vision Cloud of by calling ABB tech- nical support. - 100 -...
  • Page 101 7 - Operation COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE - WIRELESS CONNECTED • Open an internet browser (recommended browser: Chrome ver- sions from v.55, Firefox versions from v.50) and enter the pre- set IP address 192.168.117.1 to access the Web User Interface. Web User interface has easy commissioning wizard to commission the inverter.
  • Page 102 Domain Name System (DNS) service shall be available and activated. The Host Name associated to each ABB inverter is structured as indicated below: ABB-logger ID.LOCAL where: logger ID stands for the MAC address indicated on the “Communication identification lable”...
  • Page 103 7 - Operation The parameters related to the customer wireless network (set on the router) that must be known and set during this step are: - IP Settings: DHCP or Static. If you select the DHCP function (default setup) the rou- ter will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the inverter whenever it tries to connect to the user network.
  • Page 104 7 - Operation Once the inverter is connected to the customer wireless network, a new message will confirm that the connection is acquired. The message provides the IP Address assigned by the home wireless network router to the inverter that can be used each time you want to access the Web User Interfa- ce, with the inverter connected to the home wireless net- work.
  • Page 105 7 - Operation STEP 3 - Date, Time and Time zone Set the Date, Time and Time zone (The inverter will propo- se these fields when available). When it’s not possible for the inverter to detect the time protocol, these fields have to be manually entered. Click on “Next”...
  • Page 106 7 - Operation STEP 4 - Inverter country standard and Input configuration - Country standard: selection of grid standard: Set the grid standard of the country in which the inverter is installed. After the grid standard is set you have 24 hours to make any changes to the grid standard value;...
  • Page 107 (instructions for registering on the website and updating the firmware are given in this manual).

  • Page 108: Power, Alarm, Gfi Leds Behaviour

    7 - Operation ower, Alarm, GFI LEDs behaviour The following table shows all the possible activation combinations of “Power” “Alarm” and “GFI” LEDs on the LED panel according to the operating status of the inverter. All possible LED activation combinations are shown in the following ta- ble.
  • Page 109 Pre-commissioning phase (first start-up of inverter) The commissioning of the inverter must be completed through the Installation wizard steps (Web User Interface) or using the ABB Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP Initial configuration failure The inverter is in locked state due to a failure in the initial configuration of the equipment,...

  • Page 110: Wlan/Lan Led Behaviour

    7 - Operation LAN/LAN LED behaviour The following table shows all the possible status of “WLAN/LAN” LED on the LED panel according to the operating status of the wireless or ethernet communication lines. Description Communication status of the wireless or ethernet communication lines: OFF: Wireless not configured or/and ethernet cable not connected.

  • Page 111: Description Of The Web User Interface

    If the “Host Name” was lost, it could be obtained writing this url: http://ABB-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX.local replacing the “X” with the hex digits of the MAC address of the inverter (it can be found on the “Communication Identification label” placed on the side of the inverter or applied during the commissioning phase to the plant documentation).
  • Page 112 Note that it’s required to digit also the dash “-” characters of the Product Key in the password field. In case of need, product key can be recovered by Aurora Vision Cloud of by calling ABB tech- nical support. • Open an internet browser (reccomended browser: Chrome versions from v.55, Firefox versions from v.50) and enter the pre-set IP address...
  • Page 113 7 - Operation Login page After you have connected the device to the inverter and you access to the login page, login with the username and password created during the commissioning phase. User and password are CASE SENSITIVE. If the Password is lost click on “Forgot your password?” to obtain the access to the Web User Interface (and it will be possible to change the password) by entering the PRODUCT KEY (printed on the “Communication Identification label”...

  • Page 114: Web User Interface Menu Structure

    7 - Operation eb User Interface menu structure The following screenshots are related from a laptop visualization, may differ from smartphone or tablet visualization. The Web User Interface is divided in six main sections, available on the left sidebar: MAIN: Main section of Web User Interface dedicated to viewing the summary information related the status and the production information of the inverter and photovoltaic plant.

  • Page 115: Main Section

    7 - Operation AIN section In the MAIN section it’s possible to access the following sub-menus: • Dashboard • Status Summary Dashboard In the Dashboard sub-menu you can view the main information related the status and the production information of the inverter and photovoltaic plant and alarm/warning active events.

  • Page 116: Settings Section

    7 - Operation ETTINGS section In the SETTINGS section it’s possible to access the following sub-menus: - INVERTER PARAMETERS: • AC output Rating (Only visible with Admin Plus privileges) • AC Settings (Only visible with Admin Plus privileges) • Active Power Control (Only visible with Admin Plus privileges) •...
  • Page 117 Change the activation voltage only if really necessary and to set it to the correct value: the photovoltaic generator sizing tool available on the ABB website will indicate whether Vstart needs to be changed and what value have to be set.
  • Page 118 7 - Operation Frequency Control: P(f) (Only visible and editable with Admin Plus privileges) In the Frequency Control: P(f) sub-menu you can config settings related to the active power derating as function of grid frequency. Do not change these parameters if not requested by the grid operator. Ramp Control (Only visible and editable with Admin Plus privileges) In the Ramp Control sub-menu you can config the parameter related...
  • Page 119 7 - Operation DIGITAL OUTPUTS: In the Digital Outputs menu it’s possible to set the activation status of the two configurable relays related to “ALARM” and “AUX” terminal block (refer to “Configurable Relay connection (ALARM and AUX)” chapter to know how to connect to these terminal block) and to configure customised alarm conditions.
  • Page 120 7 - Operation 3. Alarm Configurable - no-latch The relay is activated (status: switched) whenever an error (code Exxx) INVERTER RUN or a warning (code Wxxx) is among those selected from the list in the N.C. dedicated submenu Alarm Config. The contact returns to its resting po- Relay State: Idle N.O.
  • Page 121 7 - Operation 5. Alarm ALL - latch The relay is activated (status: switched) whenever an error (code Exxx) INVERTER RUN or a warning (code Wxxx) is present (see the table below). The contact N.C. returns to its resting position when the inverter returns to its normal Relay State: Idle N.O.

  • Page 122: Inverter Log Section

    7 - Operation NVERTER LOG Section In the INVERTER LOG Section it’s possible to view the Alarm and Warning events list that it can be custom filtered by type or by entering a matching word. Clicking on any event to view its details. - 122 -...

  • Page 123: User Section

    7 - Operation SER section In the USER section it’s possible to logout from Web User Interface and return to the login page, or to access the following sub-menus: • Edit Email and Password • Admin Plus • User Management Edit Email and Password In the Edit Email and Password sub-menu you can change the e-mail and password related to the user which is used to login to the Web User Interface:...

  • Page 124: Connectivity Section

    7 - Operation ONNECTIVITY section In the CONNECTIVITY section it’s possible to access the following sub- menus: • LAN • WLAN • RS485 • Debug Settings • Modbus In the LAN sub-menu it’s possible to view the status and change the daisy chain configuration of the two ethernet ports of the inverter.
  • Page 125 / photovoltaic system, using the direct access to the embedded Web User Interface Wireless connection - “ACCESS POINT MODE” COMMUNICATION Direct Access SSID: ABB-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX (XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX= Inverter MAC address) IP given by inverter DHCP server IP given by inverter...
  • Page 126 7 - Operation In case of connection to channel 2 (“Station Mode”), it will be required to enter the wireless network parameters (set on the router) and follow the subsequent procedure: - IP Selection Mode: DHCP or Static: By selecting the DHCP function (default setup) the router will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the inverter whenever it tries to connect to the user network.
  • Page 127 7 - Operation Once the inverter is associated with a wireless network, the user must switch the tablet/smartphone/PC to the same wireless network which the inverter is connected. Once the tablet/smartphone/PC device is switched to the local wireless network a new message will confirm that the connection is acquired.
  • Page 128 - “Modbus ABB Server”: ABB proprietary Modbus RTU communication protocol enabling monitoring and controlling of the inverter by ABB as well as third party systems (SLAVE operating mode). Please refer to the ABB web site or customer support for getting protocol’s register map.
  • Page 129 7 - Operation Modbus In the Modbus sub-menu it’s possible to enable and set parameters related to external monitoring and control systems over ethernet/wireless channels (“TCP/IP” section) or over RS485 communication line (“RTU” section). TCP/IP In the TCP / IP (WLAN / LAN) section there are different settings based on the type of external device connected to the inverter.
  • Page 130 Select one of the following Operating Modes: Modbus ABB Server, Modbus SunSpec, Device Acquisition. • Modubus ABB Server: Select “Edit RS485”, select protocol type as “Modbus ABB Server”. Configure Node Address, Baud Rate, Parity. Please note that this will delete the previous configuration.

  • Page 131: Service Tools Section

    In remote mode, the firmware will update automatically, searching the last available firmware on ABB servers, by clicking the “CHECK” button. At the end of the verification process the available release will be notified on the bottom part of the section Click on “UPDATE”...
  • Page 132 By updating in local mode, the firmware have to be selected and uploaded from local folder of the devices used to access to the web server. The latest firmware version is available from the download area of the website www.abb.com/solarinverters or from https://registration. abbsolarinverters.com Click on “FW SELECT” and select the firmware package previously downloaded.
  • Page 133 7 - Operation Country Standard By accessing to the Country Standard sub-menu you can modify the grid standard within 24 hours while the inverter is operating. After the grid standard is set you have 24 hours to make any changes to the grid standard value;...
  • Page 134 7 - Operation Date and Time In the Date and Time sub-menu it’s possible to sets the date, time and time zone. The inverter will propose these fields when the time protocol is available). When it’s not possible for the inverter to detect the time protocol, these fields have to be manually entered.
  • Page 135 7 - Operation Reset Manufacturing (Only visible and editable with Admin Plus privileges) In the Reset Manufacturing sub-menu it’s possible to factory reset the settings related to country standard and related to communication parameters: • Reset Country Std and Restore Default: Reset country standard and restore communication parameters to default.

  • Page 136: Information Section

    7 - Operation NFORMATION Section In the INFORMATION Section it’s possible to view the general information about the embedded Web User Interface. it’s possible to access the following sub-menus: • Product Info • Privacy Policy • Provider Information/Impressum • Acknowledgments •...

  • Page 137: Aintenance

    Maintenance eneral conditions Routine and periodic maintenance operations must only be carried out by specialized staff with knowledge of how to perform these tasks. Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access”...

  • Page 138: Inverter Total De-Energization And Safe Access

    8 - Maintenance nverter total de-energization and safe access The purpose of this chapter is to provide instructions for de-energize the PVS-175-TL inverters in order to allow access to active parts inside the inverter. The procedure describes the steps to perform a total isolation and thus includes operations on devices that are located outside the inverter.

  • Page 139: Clothing And Protection Of Personnel

    8 - Maintenance lothing and protection of personnel The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are required to perform any intervention on the inverter: • Dielectric helmet EN397 – EN50365 (1000Vac-1500Vdc) with visor EN166 grade 8. • Insulating composite gloves class 0 EN60903 (1000Vac-1500Vdc) resistant to electric arc class 2 (7kA) EN61482-1-2 in combination with protective overglove in leather EN420 –...

  • Page 140: Inverter Total De-Energization And Safe Access Procedure

    8 - Maintenance nverter total de-energization and safe access procedure - 140 -...
  • Page 141 8 - Maintenance When the device has just been switched off, it may have hot parts as a result of overheating of the heated surfaces (e.g.: transformers, accumulators, coils, etc.) so be careful where you touch. Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, follow this procedure for safely isolate the inverter.
  • Page 142 8 - Maintenance 4. Operations on External AC switches The diagram below represents a possible arrangement of the PV plant. Depending on the design choices made by the developer of the plant some of the devices could not be present. Identify the external AC switch(es) in the plant with the support of the plant manager.
  • Page 143 8 - Maintenance 5. Operations on External DC switches (if present) Note: In case of absence of External DC disconnect device skip this step. The diagram below represents a possible arrangement of the PV plant. Depending on the design choices made by the developer of the plant some of the devices could not be present.
  • Page 144 8 - Maintenance 6. Operations on internal AC disconnect Switch (if present) Note: This operation can be done only in case of wiring box SX2 or -S2 model. The wiring box SX or -S model doesn’t include the AC switch •...
  • Page 145 8 - Maintenance 7. Operations on Internal DC disconnect switches • Open all the internal DC switches (1, 2 and 3, blue in the below picture). PVS-175-TL (Unit under service) PWRMOD OPEN LOTO LV/MW Internal DC Internal AC Transformer WBOX Switches Switch OPEN...
  • Page 146 8 - Maintenance The below picture represents the expected status of the switches in the plant after the switching operations have been completed. PVS-175-TL (Unit under service) PWRMOD OPEN LOTO LV/MW Internal DC Internal AC Transformer WBOX Switches Switch OPEN OPEN+LOTO OPEN+LOTO LOTO...
  • Page 147 8 - Maintenance 8. Remove the DC quick fit connectors from wiring box • Using the current clamp check the absence of current on DC side, measurement each positive and negative DC input string cables (check the correct setting of the current sensor). •...
  • Page 148 8 - Maintenance 10. Voltage absence test on DC side (wiring box) Before to approach the below operations all the steps from1 to 9 included must be successfully completed. • Access to the wiring box by opening the front wiring box cover •...
  • Page 149 8 - Maintenance For each one of the input channels, the measurement must be performed between: positive to ground, negative to ground, positive to negative. Check sequence: Check sequence: Check sequence: Positive to ground (PE) Negative to ground (PE) Positive to negative First point Second point First point Second point First point Second point...
  • Page 150 8 - Maintenance 11. Voltage absence test on AC side (wiring box) • Remove the AC protective shield over the AC connection busbar • Visually inspect the components to identify the presence of any overheating, signs of electric arcs, failure of the insulating devices, loosen connections or cables not connected.
  • Page 151 8 - Maintenance 12. Voltage absence test on AC capacitor (wiring box) • Check there is no voltage on the AC capacitor’s terminals, measuring between the all points, as indicated in table below Check sequence First point Second point 1° check 2°...
  • Page 152 8 - Maintenance 13. Voltage absence test on bulk capacitors (Power Module) Before to approach the below operations all the steps from 1 to 12 included must be successfully completed. • Access to the power module box by opening the front cover. •...
  • Page 153 8 - Maintenance 14. Voltage absence test on mid bulk point (Power Module) • Check the absence of voltage on the DC inputs using the voltage detector. The voltage absence test on mid bulk point inside the power must be carried out on the bulk capacitor board, shown in the picture below.
  • Page 154 8 - Maintenance 15. Check list to be filled prior the access to the inverter • Purpose of the checklist is to verify that all the operations mentioned in the procedure have been carried out. The checklist below must be attached to the intervention report. CHECK STATUS √...

  • Page 155: Routine Maintenance

    • Clean the equipment; verify, in particular, clean the side and top arrays of the cooling fan assembly and the heat sink. For a complete maintenance procedure ask for “Preventive Maintenance -Life Cycle” to ABB costumer service. - 155 -...

  • Page 156: Troubleshooting

    8 - Maintenance roubleshooting Operations on the inverter to identify and address any faults may only be performed by the installer or by qualified personnel. eb User Interface and wireless communication troubleshooting The following table gives a list of main and most common errors or problems relating to the wireless communication between inverter and user devices.
  • Page 157 An incorrect dynamic IP address is being Access the Web User Interface using the “Host Name” that could be obtained writing this url http://ABB-XX-XX-XX-XX- used to access the Web User Interface XX-XX.local replacing the “X” with the hex digits of the MAC...

  • Page 158: Alarm Messages Of The Inverter

    8 - Maintenance larm Messages of the Inverter In order to understand and resolve warning (Wxxx) or error (Exxx) signals that appear in the Event or Dashboard section of the Web User Interface follow the table given in the following paragraph. The equipment can notify errors/warnings in the Event or Dashboard section of the Web User Interface only if the input voltage is greater than the Vdcmin voltage (POWER Led flashing or lit;...
  • Page 159 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Check the grid voltage on the inverter. - Should it be absent, check for absence of grid voltage on the supply point. - If, on the other hand, the voltage tends to rise (when the Parameters of grid voltage outside range: inverter is connected) there is high line or grid impedance.
  • Page 160 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Clock Fail: - W013 The alarm occurs when there is a difference of • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked externally. - Clock Fail more than 1 minute in the time shown on the Web - If the alarm repeats persistently, contact customer...
  • Page 161 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status - W049 * • The variation in the inverter's grid standard is done directly Variation of the grid standard - Global-Settings by the customer/installer and is not an error. The information is Variation of the inverter's grid standard;...
  • Page 162 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Low “Bulk” voltage (DC-DC circuit): - If the error signal occurs sporadically, it may be due to The alarm can be caused by causes external to causes external to the inverter (limited irradiation and so - E010 the inverter: a reduced input voltage on the inverter...
  • Page 163 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Failure of the test on the relay of the “Booster” (DC-DC circuit): Before connecting to the grid, the inverter carries • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked externally. - E020 out some internal tests.
  • Page 164 8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Grid frequency outside of range: - E028 Error in the internal measurement of the grid • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked externally. - Internal error frequency (imposed by regulations) to have a - If the problem persists (once the inverter has been switched...

  • Page 165: Power Limitation Messages

    8 - Maintenance - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Error during the automatic check of the string • Section the inverter and check the polarity of the string(s) voltages (only in models with the “fuse-control” which the inverter has recorded as inverted.

  • Page 166: Registration On "Registration" Website And Calculation Of Security Token (Admin Plus)

    8 - Maintenance egistration on “Registration” website and calculation of security token (Admin Plus) In order to obtain the security token needed to obtain the “Admin Plus” privileges in the web user interface, it is necessary to go through the following stages: Stage 1 - Collection of information relating to the inverter.
  • Page 167 8 - Maintenance Stage 3 - Request for the security token - Go online and access https://registration.abbsolarinverters.com - Insert the Username (corresponding to the email used during registration) and the Password obtained at the end of Stage 2 - Access the section dedicated to requesting the security token - Choose the inverter model from the drop-down list and insert Serial Number and Week of Production of the inverter which were obtained previously (Stage 1)
  • Page 168 8 - Maintenance - Click on icon to request the security token. Should there be an error in inputting data, the fields containing the error will be highlighted in red. If, on the other hand, the data are correct, the passwords will be shown in a new window and at the same time sent to the email address used for registration.

  • Page 169: Procedure For Dismantling The Equipment

    8 - Maintenance rocedure for dismantling the equipment The dismantling operations must be carried out with the equipment disconnected from any voltage sources. Refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter. Never open the power module or wiring box in the case of rain, snow or a level of...
  • Page 170 8 - Maintenance • Slide the gasket protective covers between power module and wiring enclosures. • Remove the power module following the indications for the mounting procedure in the “Mounting with a support bracket - Assembly the Inverter to the bracket” chapter in the reverse order and the indication for lifting methods in “Type of lifting”...

  • Page 171: Replacing Fan Section (External)

    8 - Maintenance eplacing fan section (external) Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.
  • Page 172 8 - Maintenance Procedure for replacing the top fan sections: 1. Perform the “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” procedure before operate on the inverter. 2. Remove the 2 screws (STEP A). 4. Pull out the fan section (STEP B). 5.

  • Page 173: Replacing Fan Section (Internal)

    8 - Maintenance eplacing fan section (internal) Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 174: Replacing The Dc Surge Arrester Cartridge (-Sx/Sx2 Models Only)

    8 - Maintenance eplacing the DC surge arrester cartridge (-SX/SX2 models only) Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 175: Replacing The Ac Surge Arrester Cartridge (-Sx/Sx2 Models Only)

    8 - Maintenance eplacing the AC surge arrester cartridge (-SX/SX2 models only) Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 176: Replacement Of The Memory Board

    8 - Maintenance eplacement of the MEMORY board Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter. Replacing the MEMORY board is carried out on the wiring box may be necessary in the following circumstances: Inverter log Statistic (e.g.

  • Page 177: Replacement Of The Comm Rs485 Board

    8 - Maintenance eplacement of the COMM RS485 board Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter. Replacing the COMM RS485 board is carried out on the wiring box and may be necessary in the following circumstances: 1.

  • Page 178: Replacement Of The Buffer Battery

    8 - Maintenance eplacement of the buffer battery Some inverter parts may be subject to voltages that could be hazardous for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” chapter on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter. Replacing the buffer battery is carried out on the wiring box may be necessary in the following circumstances:...

  • Page 179: Verification Of Ground Leakage

    8 - Maintenance erification of ground leakage In the presence of anomalies or report of ground fault (where provided), there may be a ground leakage from the PV generator (DC side). To check this, measure the voltage between the positive pole and ground and between the negative pole (of the PV generator) and ground using a voltmeter whose input accepts a voltage sufficient for the dimensions of the photovoltaic generator.

  • Page 180: Behaviour Of A System With Leakage

    8 - Maintenance ehaviour of a system with leakage If the voltage measured between one of the two poles and ground does not tend to 0V and stabilizes on a value, there is a ground leakage from the PV generator. Example: When the measurement is made between positive pole and ground, a voltage of 200V is measured.

  • Page 181: Measuring The Isolation Resistance Of The Pv Generator

    8 - Maintenance easuring the isolation resistance of the PV generator. The operator must always use the personal protective equipment (PPE) required by the laws of the country of destination and whatever is provided by their employer. To measure the isolation resistance of the PV generator compared to ground , the two poles of the PV generator must be short-circuited (using a suitable sized switch).

  • Page 182: Storage And Dismantling

    ABB is not responsible for any loss of the equipment, or part of it, which does not take place on the basis of the regulations and laws in force in the country of installation.

  • Page 183: Ttachments

    TCP connections. Direction Service/Port Protocol Description For local debugging by ABB service personnel, the inverter ssh/22 utilizes encrypted SSH. To allow service personnel local ac- cess to the inverter. The inverter must be able to resolve domain names, to en-...

  • Page 184: Network Hosts

    Hosts The inverter will connect to the following hosts. Some servers owned by ABB, and others are customer or ISP servers. Servers listed as ow- ned by “Customer IT/ISP” must be configured in the inverter using either DHCP or as static network information.

  • Page 185: Further Information

    For more information on ABB solar products and services, visit www.abb.com/solarinverters - 185 -...

  • Page 186: Contact Us

    www.abb.com/solarinverters...

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