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  • Page 1 ABB solar inverters Product manual PVS300 string inverters...

  • Page 2: List Of Related Manuals

    PVS300 manuals Code (English) PVS300 string inverters user’s guide 3AUA0000100680 Option manuals and guides PVS-APK-F control unit wall mounting kit for PVS300 3AUA0000108440 string inverters installation guide PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless 3AUA0000100644 communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation...
  • Page 3 Product manual PVS300 string inverters Table of contents 1. Safety 4. Mechanical installation 5. Electrical installation 7. Start-up  2013 ABB Oy. All Rights Reserved. 3AUA0000096321 Rev B EFFECTIVE: 2013-03-14...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PVS300 block diagram ........
  • Page 6 6 Table of contents RJ45 data connector X6 ..........33 Additional PE terminal .

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    The operating modes of the PVS300 string inverter ....... .
  • Page 8 8 Table of contents 10. Maintenance What this chapter contains ........... 95 General about maintenance .
  • Page 9 Table of contents 9 Further information...
  • Page 10 10 Table of contents...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Safety 11 Safety What this chapter contains This chapter presents the safety instructions which you must follow when installing, operating and servicing the inverter. Read these safety instructions carefully before working with the product. Failure to observe these instructions can result in physical injury or death, and may also damage the product or associated equipment.
  • Page 12 12 Safety The following warning label is attached to the secondary cover of the inverter. The following warning label is attached on the right side of the inverter.

  • Page 13: Intended Use

    Electrical safety WARNING! Ignoring the following instructions can cause physical injury or death, or damage to the equipment. Only qualified electricians are allowed to install and connect the PVS300 inverter! Electrical safety rules for electricians • Comply with all relevant electrical safety regulations of the installation country or region.

  • Page 14: Grounding Safety (Pe)

    14 Safety Isolating the inverter from external power sources Isolating the inverter from external power sources Turn off the main disconnector and circuit breaker(s) at the AC distribution board. Turn the DC switch on the front of the inverter to the OFF position. The DC switch does not completely isolate the DC input connectors from the solar array.

  • Page 15: Safe Start-Up And Operation

    • Never ground the DC+ or DC- live conductors. Notes: • PVS300 is a transformerless inverter; the DC side and AC grid are not galvanically separated. Therefore the inverter must not be used with solar modules which require DC+ or DC- conductor grounding.

  • Page 16: General Safety

    16 Safety  General safety WARNING! Ignoring the following instructions can cause physical injury or death, or damage to the equipment. Before turning on the inverter and putting it into service: • Take care of any permits and approvals required by local authorities. •...

  • Page 17: Introduction To The Manual

    Applicability The manual is applicable to PVS300 inverters only. Target audience This manual is intended for people who plan the installation, install, commission, use and service the inverter.

  • Page 18: Related Documents

    18 Introduction to the manual Planning the installation describes the steps which must be completed prior to actual installation. Mechanical installation describes the mechanical installation. Electrical installation describes the electrical installation. Installation checklist contains a list for final checking of the installation. Start-up describes the start-up procedure, configuration of remote monitoring and 3- phase system monitoring.

  • Page 19: Quick Installation And Start-Up Flowchart

    PVS-APK-F control unit wall mounting kit for and fastening components. PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000108440 [English]) PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000100644 [English]) SREA-50 Remote monitoring adapter product manual (3AUA0000098875 [English])
  • Page 20 Accessory manuals (if applicable): PVS-APK-F control unit wall mounting kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000108440 [English]) PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000100644 [English]) SREA-50 Remote monitoring adapter product manual (3AUA0000098875 [English])

  • Page 21: Terms And Abbreviations

    Introduction to the manual 21 Terms and abbreviations Term/abbreviation Explanation Alternating current. Cable lug A connector which is crimped onto the end of cable. Also known as a crimp connector or cable anchor. Circuit breaker Automatic switch which will trip to OFF and protect the load circuit in the event of short circuit and overcurrent situations.
  • Page 22 22 Introduction to the manual Term/abbreviation Explanation Solar array Group of parallel-connected solar strings. Solar array junction box Device that connects outputs of multiple solar source circuits (strings) into a combined output circuit or circuits. Solar cell Solar cell or photovoltaic cell is an electronic device that converts solar energy into direct current electricity by the photovoltaic effect.

  • Page 23: Operation Basics And Hardware Description

    PVS300 is suitable for small and medium-size photovoltaic (PV) systems. PVS300 is designed for installation in air-cooled outdoor rated enclosures. Installation is performed with the help of a mounting plate. The DC and AC cable connections at the inverter are made with quick connectors.
  • Page 24 24 Operation basics and hardware description 1. As the sun rises, the inverter wakes up when there is enough daylight for the solar modules to generate DC voltage in excess of the minimum inverter operating limit. 2. After waking up, the inverter verifies the status of the power line and then switches to the normal operating mode.

  • Page 25: Layout Drawing

    Operation basics and hardware description 25 Layout drawing No. Description No. Description Front cover Inlet conduits for control cables, 3 pcs Control area: display, LEDs, keypad Cooling fan and holder DC switch handle 0=Off, 1=On DC connectors Main enclosure AC and PE connection points Type designation label Bottom cover, interlocking Control unit...

  • Page 26: Single Line Diagrams Of The System

    The figure below shows the single-phase system configuration. 1/N/PE AC 230 V 50 Hz PVS300 Description Solar module/panel String (array) of solar modules/panels DC input (up to 4 parallel strings) String inverter PVS300 AC output, single phase AC distribution board...

  • Page 27: Block Diagram Of Three-Phase Photovoltaic (Pv) System

    Description Solar module/panel String (array) of solar modules/panels DC input (up to 4 parallel strings) String inverter PVS300 AC output, three phases AC distribution board Inverter to inverter communication link (I2I) enabling three-phase grid monitoring Note: Depending on the local grid code requirements, the circuit breaker at the AC distribution board can be either a single 3 pole circuit breaker or three identical single pole circuit breakers.

  • Page 28: Pvs300 Block Diagram

    28 Operation basics and hardware description PVS300 block diagram Component Description DC terminals Connection of DC cabling from solar arrays Main board Integrated circuit board onto which the main circuit components are attached String fuses Short circuit protection for string circuits...

  • Page 29: Features

    Maximum power point tracking. Inverter software function that automatically operates the solar generator, array, string or module at its maximum power point. PVS300-TL inverters have one MPPT. Residual current detection In accordance with VDE0126-1-1; the inverter has a DC and AC sensitive residual current monitoring unit (RCMU) which measures and sums the currents of L and N conductors.

  • Page 30: User Interface And Communication Features

    3- phase monitoring function. Three phase configuration With help of I2I link, three PVS300 inverters can be connected to and monitoring three separate phases to form a photovoltaic (PV) system which has three phase AC grid connection and monitoring.

  • Page 31: Type Designation Label

    You find the type designation on the type designation label attached to the inverter. The first digits from the left express the basic configuration, for example PVS300-TL-3300W-2. The final digits are reserved for optional selections. The type designation selections are described below.

  • Page 32: Optional Accessories

    PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000108440 [English]).  I2I link terminal X3 X3 is the connection point for the RS-485 transmission line between three PVS300 inverters.  Embedded fieldbus terminal X4 X4 is the connection point for the daisy-chained RS-485 transmission line with one master and multiple slaves.

  • Page 33: Nut Inserts For Clamp Connections

    RJ45 (8p8c) connector is used for connecting the control unit or wireless communication (part of PVS-APK-M) kit to the inverter’s control board. For more details, see PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000100644 [English]).  Additional PE terminal Use this terminal according to your local electrical installation guidelines and electrical installation section of this manual.
  • Page 34 34 Operation basics and hardware description...

  • Page 35: Planning The Installation

    Planning the installation 35 Planning the installation What this chapter contains This chapter instructs in planning the mechanical and electrical installation. Selecting the location for the inverter WARNING! Do not install the inverter in a location where: • corrosive, explosive or flammable materials are used or stored •...
  • Page 36 36 Planning the installation The installation location The installation location must be accessible in must be out of reach of emergencies and for children, pets and pests. maintenance. During operation, the When choosing the inverter can produce a installation place, ensure slight noise or vibration that all labels on the which could disturb...

  • Page 37: Selecting The Power Cables

    The table below shows the maximum cable length depending on the size of the phase conductor and the nominal output power. Conductor Maximum recommended AC cabling length per nominal output power of (Cu) cross PVS300 section 3300 W 4000 W 4600 W...

  • Page 38: Recommended Ac Output Power Cable Types

    38 Planning the installation  Recommended AC output power cable types The power cable types that can be used for the inverter AC output are shown below. Shielded cable with line and neutral conductors and a concentric PE conductor as shield. The shield must meet the PE conductor cross section requirements, see General rules on page 37.

  • Page 39: Selecting The Control Cables

     Recommended relay cable type Cable type with a braided metallic screen (for example, Lapp Kabel ÖLFLEX or equivalent) has been tested and approved by ABB.  Recommended cable type for Modbus over EIA/RS-485 Shielded twisted pair cable (STP), impedance 100...150 ohm with 120 ohm ®...

  • Page 40: Recommended Cable Type For Remote Control Unit And I2I Interfaces Over Eia/Rs-485

    PVS300 inverters are connected to Modbus or I2I over an EIA/RS485 transmission line. When wiring a daisy-chain network to PVS300 terminals it is recommended to use suitable crimped end-sleeves (diameter max. 2 mm) to join wires together for reliable terminal connection.

  • Page 41: Tools Needed During Installation

    Planning the installation 41 Tools needed during installation Depending on the system size, selected mounting location and materials used, mechanical and electrical installers could need the following equipment and tools:  General tools • Personal safety equipment such as gloves, helmet, goggles, ear plugs, safety harness etc.

  • Page 42: Checking Solar Array And Inverter Compatibility

    42 Planning the installation Checking solar array and inverter compatibility Check that: • Solar modules and DC cables used in the system are Protection Class II certified (double insulated). • Solar modules used in the system do not require grounding of DC+ or DC- terminals.

  • Page 43: Protecting The Solar Array And Dc Input Cables From Short-Circuits

     Neutral grounded TN and TT type grids In neutral grounded TN and TT type grids, the voltage seen by any PVS300 inverter is the line-to-neutral voltage. The allowed line-to-neutral RMS voltages are 208, 220, 230 and 240 V. The following connection diagrams show three PVS300 solar inverters connected to TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S and TT grids.
  • Page 44 44 Planning the installation The following table shows the common line-to-neutral and line-to-line voltages in TN and TT type grids. Line-to-neutral voltage (V Line-to-line voltage (V Connection diagram for neutral grounded TN-S type grid Earth Connection diagram for neutral grounded TN-C type grid Earth...

  • Page 45: Corner Grounded Tn And Tt Type Grids

    PVS300 inverter is the line-to-line or line-to-earth voltage. The allowed line-to-line RMS voltages are 208, 220, 230 and 240 V. Note: In corner grounded TN or TT type grids, the PVS300 inverter may generate an increased amount of leakage current to earth, potentially causing nuisance trips of any external residual current device (RCD).
  • Page 46 46 Planning the installation automatically from the grid if a residual current > 300 mA or quick rise > 30 mA is detected. Connection diagram for corner grounded TN type grid 230 V Earth Connection diagram for corner grounded TT type grid 230 V Earth Earth...

  • Page 47: Split Phase Tn And Tt Type Grids

     Split phase TN and TT type grids The following diagrams show three PVS300 solar inverters connected to split phase TN and TT grids. In a split phase TN or TT type grid, the voltage seen by each PVS300 inverter is the line-to-line voltage. The allowed line-to-line RMS voltages are 208, 220, 230 and 240 V.
  • Page 48 48 Planning the installation...

  • Page 49: Mechanical Installation

    Mechanical installation 49 Mechanical installation What this chapter contains This chapter describes how to check the installation location and inverter delivery, the installation tools required and the mechanical installation procedure for the inverter. WARNING! Ignoring the following instructions can cause physical injury or death, or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 50 4. Avoid removing items from the sales package until you are ready to install them. 5. Read the documentation and keep it available at the installation site. 6. Store the PVS300 user’s guide near the inverter so that it will be readily available for users to refer to it.

  • Page 51: Removing And Replacing The Front Cover And Bottom Cover

    Mechanical installation 51 Removing and replacing the front cover and bottom cover The front and bottom covers can only be removed and replaced when the DC switch (1) is set to the OFF position. It is not possible to turn the DC switch, or operate the inverter, when either of the covers is removed.

  • Page 52: Removing And Replacing The Bottom Cover

    52 Mechanical installation  Removing and replacing the bottom cover To remove the bottom cover, turn the DC switch (1) to the OFF position and then gently pull the bottom cover (4) downwards. To replace the bottom cover, ensure that the DC switch is in the OFF position and gently push the over upwards.

  • Page 53: Installing The Mounting Plate Onto The Supporting Structure

    Mechanical installation 53 Installing the mounting plate onto the supporting structure See section Dimension drawing on page for details of dimensions, weights and free space requirements. Description Cantilever support for inverter hanging Pilot securing point,  6.5 mm Wall securing points, 3pcs,  6.5 mm Slot for antitheft padlock Securing point to inverter Bottom hook for inverter support...

  • Page 54: Installation Sequence

    54 Mechanical installation Mounting dimensions Clearances inches 16.2 7.87 9.41 5.63 11.3 2.40 3.43 1.85 7.13 19.7  Installation sequence Note: Ensure that dust from drilling will not enter the inverter during the installation. Note: When a self-carrying wall surface, such as a brick wall, is not available:...
  • Page 55 Mechanical installation 55 • If stud work can be located behind the wall surface and the mounting plate holes can be aligned with it, the mounting plate can be fastened to the stud work. • If suitable stud work cannot be located, a strong supporting structure (for example, stud work, boards, railings) must be prepared on the wall surface.

  • Page 56: Installing The Inverter Onto The Mounting Plate

    56 Mechanical installation Installing the inverter onto the mounting plate  Installation sequence 1. Remove the bottom cover from the inverter. See Removing and replacing the front cover and bottom cover on page 51. 2. With the top of the inverter tilted slightly towards you, lift it up so that the bottom hook of the mounting plate goes into slot on the back of the inverter 3.

  • Page 57: Electrical Installation

    Note: The installation must always be designed and made according to applicable local laws and regulations. ABB does not assume any liability whatsoever for any installation which breaches the local laws and/or other regulations. Furthermore, if the recommendations given by ABB are not followed, the inverter may experience problems that the warranty does not cover.

  • Page 58: Routing The Cables

    58 Electrical installation Routing the cables  General rules Ideally, the input, output and control cables should be installed on separate trays. If control cables must cross over power cables, arrange them at an angle as near to 90 degrees as possible. Try to ensure that control cables and power cables (AC and DC) are kept at least 20 cm (8 inches) apart.

  • Page 59: Inverter

    Electrical installation 59 fault message is generated and grid connection is prevented. The inverter is also equipped with overvoltage protection devices on both the DC and AC sides.  Inverter The inverter has been tested for insulation between the main circuit and the chassis (1500 V rms 50 Hz for 1 second) at the factory.

  • Page 60: Connection Diagram

    60 Electrical installation Connection diagram Description Description Relay output terminal (optional) RJ45 data type 8P8C plug Remote control unit terminal RJ45 data type 8P8C jack I2I link terminal AC cable connector RS-485 embedded fieldbus interface Additional PE terminal* Clamp connections for cable shields 10 Input DC + and - connectors * Required if the conductivity of the primary PE conductor is insufficient.

  • Page 61: Connecting The Power Cables

    Electrical installation 61 Connecting the power cables See section Selecting the power cables on page 37.  Connection area layout Description Negative DC inputs, female panel receptacles, 4 in parallel Positive DC inputs, male panel receptacles, 4 in parallel Feed through rubber grommets for control cables, 3 pieces. AC cable connector for Line, Neutral and Protective Earth conductors Place for additional PE cable and cable lug, M6 thread...

  • Page 62: Dc Cabling Connection Procedure

    62 Electrical installation  DC cabling connection procedure Description Turn OFF the DC switch on the inverter front panel and isolate the inverter from all possible power sources. See Isolating the inverter from external power sources on page The manufacturer’s type codes for required MC4 cable connectors: PV-KBT4 PV-KST4 Used for...
  • Page 63 Electrical installation 63 Description Use connector type PV-KBT4 for the DC+ connection and connector type PV-KST4 for the DC- connection. Check that the cables are of the right type and diameter. Check that the conductor diameter corresponds to the internal diameter of the metal contact.
  • Page 64 64 Electrical installation Description Pull lightly to check that the contact has properly engaged. Insert the test pin with the corresponding side into the socket or plug. If the contact is properly assembled, the white marking on the test pin must still be visible.

  • Page 65: Ac Cabling Connection Procedure

    Electrical installation 65  AC cabling connection procedure Description Isolate the inverter from all possible power sources. See Isolating the inverter from external power sources on page 14. Insert AC cable through AC connector body and multilayer rubber grommet. Discard unused parts of the rubber grommet.

  • Page 66: Connecting The Control Cables

    X3 spring terminal, RS-485 I2I interface for communication purposes between 3 inverters in 3~ system. X4 spring terminal, RS-485 embedded fieldbus interface. X5 connector, for ABB Fieldbus adapters (not in use). X6 RJ45 data type 8P8C plug connector, RS-485 Interface for local installation of Control Unit or optional wireless transceiver.
  • Page 67 Electrical installation 67 Note: Grounding the cable shield: • Do not connect the cable shield to the isolated functional ground of terminals X2, X3 or X4. • Connect the cable shield with the provided clamp connectors to the grounded nut insert [item 9].

  • Page 68: Output Relay, Terminal X1

    68 Electrical installation  Output relay, terminal X1 Name Description X1:1 RO_COM Relay output, common X1:2 RO_NC Relay output, normally closed X1:3 RO_NO Relay output, normally open  Control unit remote installation, terminal X2 Name Description X2:1 Data + Inverter RS-485 transmit data X2:2 Data - Inverter RS-485 receive data...
  • Page 69 2(-) For further information about remotely installing the control unit, see PVS-APK-F control unit wall mounting kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000108440 [English]) PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000100644...

  • Page 70: Inverter To Inverter Link, Terminal X3 (I2I)

    70 Electrical installation  Inverter to inverter link, terminal X3 (I2I) Name Description X3:1 Data + Inverter RS-485 transmit data X3:2 Data - Inverter RS-485 receive data X3:3 GND_A Functional ground, isolated Inverter 1 Grounded nut insert 1(+) 2(-) Inverter 2 1(+) 2(-) Inverter 3...

  • Page 71: Embedded Fieldbus Interface, Terminal X4

    Electrical installation 71  Embedded fieldbus interface, terminal X4 Name Description X4:1 Data + Inverter RS-485 transmit data X4:2 Data - Inverter RS-485 receive data X4:3 GND_A Functional ground, isolated  Embedded fieldbus interface, termination resistor switch Switch Name Description S1:1 BIAS_ENA Not used, default OFF...

  • Page 72: Connection Procedure

    72 Electrical installation  Connection procedure 1. Remove the front and bottom covers. See Removing and replacing the front cover and bottom cover on page 51. 2. If necessary, fit DC connectors to the ends of the cables coming from the solar strings.

  • Page 73: Installation Checklist

    Go through the checklist with another person. Follow the instructions given in chapter Safety on page before you work on the inverter. Site owner and contact details: Installation company and address: Site address: Installers’ names and contact details: Installed inverter types: PVS300-TL-3300W-2 QTY:____pcs. PVS300-TL-4000W-2 QTY:___pcs. PVS300-TL-4600W-2 QTY:____pcs. PVS300-TL-6000W-2 QTY:___pcs. PVS300-TL-8000W-2 QTY:____pcs.
  • Page 74 There are no tools, foreign objects or dust from drilling outside or inside of the inverter. The type labels or the inverters are intact and visible for the user. The PVS300 user’s guide is situated at the inverter where users can find it. Electrical installation (see...
  • Page 75 Installation checklist 75 Electrical installation (see Electrical installation on page 57) The external line circuit breakers are adequately sized. See AC Output data and grid requirements on page 114. The AC distribution board is installed, wired and inspected correctly and according to local regulations.
  • Page 76 76 Installation checklist...

  • Page 77: Start-Up

    Start-up 77 Start-up What this chapter contains This chapter describes the start-up procedure of the inverter. WARNING! Only qualified electricians are allowed to perform installation, cabling or testing work on the inverter! The safety instructions in chapter Safety on page must be followed during the installation and start-up procedure.
  • Page 78 78 Start-up First start-up Switch ON the AC line circuit breaker at the AC distribution board. The control board and graphical display wakes The boot screen appears with a counterclockwise rotating arrow. After 10 seconds, the splash screen appears for a few seconds. Select the user language with the Up or Down Arrow keys.
  • Page 79 Start-up 79 First start-up First start assistance appears automatically to the screen if the inverter has been powered up for the first time after factory tests. First start assistance also appears automatically if the unit has been powered up but the first start-up settings have not been confirmed by the user.
  • Page 80 Navigate Back with the left softkey if corrections are required. Press the right softkey to confirm installation country. Note: After confirmation only authorized ABB service partners can make modifications to Installation Country. The inverter shall update internal settings and it shall be ready for automatic operation.
  • Page 81 57. Also see PVS-APK-F control unit wall mounting kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000108440 [English]) PVS-APK-M control unit table stand and wireless communication kit for PVS300 string inverters installation guide (3AUA0000100644 [English]). Setting up I2I interface for 3-phase system configuration Set I2I node addresses so that they are different for each unit.
  • Page 82 82 Start-up Setting up the embedded fieldbus interface for remote monitoring The node addresses need to match the slave addresses with which the monitoring system communicates. - > Communication - > Embedded Fieldbus, set the following parameters: From Menu 58.01 Protocol enable. 0=none, 1=Modbus RTU. 58.03 Node address.

  • Page 83: Operation

    Operation 83 Operation What this chapter contains This chapter describes the operating modes, operation of the control unit, the information shown by LEDs and the graphical display. The inverter user interface The control unit sits behind the front panel. Normally, the inverter is controlled using the buttons on the front panel which activate the corresponding buttons on the control unit.
  • Page 84 84 Operation Front cover on Front cover off Description Graphical display Left softkey Right softkey Status LED, dual color green or red Up/Down/Left/Right arrow keys Help key USB connector and lid (for use by service only) The inverter’s main user interface is a control unit, featuring buttons, LEDs and an LCD graphical display.

  • Page 85: The Operating Modes Of The Pvs300 String Inverter

    Operation 85 The operating modes of the PVS300 string inverter Operating status Example graphical display Description Sleep This is a low power consumption mode in which only essential electronics use power. The inverter enters sleep mode when the DC input voltage is below a...

  • Page 86: Control Buttons

    86 Operation Operating status Example graphical display Description Warning The inverter has temporarily entered the limited operation mode. Normal operation will resume automatically if the cause of the warning is temporary, for example if there’s a temporary power outage of the AC grid.

  • Page 87: Editing Parameters

    Operation 87 • The left softkey is used to select items shown on the bottom left of the display. This key is usually used for stepping backwards, for example to select cancel, exit, no and back. If held down, the left softkey exits each menu and nested view in turn, finally returning to the Output View.

  • Page 88: Led On Control Unit

    88 Operation LED Description and behavior Operational status, red or green, OFF, ON or flashing. Danger of electric shock, red symbol, steady ON if inverter has diagnosed an active ground fault.  LED on control unit LED Description and behavior Bi-colour LED illuminates red or green.

  • Page 89: Led Status Indications

    Operation 89  LED status indications Control board LEDs Status Control unit bi-colour LED Dual colour LED Red fault LED Going to sleep Fault ON Red ON Red (fault can ON only if there is be reset) an active ground fault Flashing Red (requires DC and...

  • Page 90: Common Display Zones

    90 Operation  Common display zones Status bar Includes the heading of the current view, the date and the status icon (sun). Not shown in special screens. Content area Different for each view. It displays the actual subject matter of the current view, be it a menu, a parameter, a help page etc.

  • Page 91: Start Up Assistant

    Note: The installation country is permanent once the setting has been confirmed. If you need to change the installation country, contact your ABB partner for advice. If necessary, these parameters, except for installation country, can be adjusted later. Start-up on page for the setting procedure.

  • Page 92: Menu

    The Sun display shows the current state of the unit and the output power in graphical format. See The operating modes of the PVS300 string inverter on page for examples. Use the up arrow to access the sun display.
  • Page 93 Operation 93 By default, the display backlight is ON when the inverter is in operating mode. When the inverter is in sleep mode, the control unit and display switch OFF completely. The control unit wakes up and the backlight illuminates if the keypad is activated. If the keypad is not used for a preset time when the inverter is in operating mode, the Sun display shall appear automatically.

  • Page 94: Special Screens

    94 Operation Note: The local regulations in Italy require that the self test is performed successfully during commissioning. If the self test is unsuccessful in Italy, the inverter shall not connect to the grid. For more guidance on the self test function, please see Further information on page 129.

  • Page 95: Maintenance

    Only a limited number of parts can be replaced. Replacement fans can be delivered quickly through your installation company or local ABB service. In the event of severe damage, the whole inverter will usually need to be replaced. In case of severe inverter damage or an unidentified fault, please contact your installation company or local ABB service.

  • Page 96: Requirements For Maintenance Personnel

    Maintenance procedures and intervals The table below lists the routine maintenance intervals recommended by ABB. The maintenance intervals are suggested for a typical inverter, in a typical location for a typical operating duration. Maintenance intervals should be reduced if, for example, the inverter is located in a relatively harsh environment (non-standard installations or installations continuously operating under extreme environmental conditions).

  • Page 97: Replacing Fans

    Maintenance 97  Replacing fans Replacing the cooling fan Turn off the main disconnector and circuit breaker(s) at the AC distribution board. Turn the DC switch (1) on the front of the inverter to the OFF position. If applicable, turn off disconnecting switches and circuit breakers between the inverter and solar array(s).

  • Page 98: Available Spare Part Kits

    10 Turn the DC switch on the front of the inverter to the ON position. Available spare part kits ABB material code Material type Material description 3AUA0000090483 FAN KIT PVS300 Cooling fan spare part kit 3AUA0000090484 FAN KIT PVS300 Stirring fan spare part kit 3AUA0000098927...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 99 Troubleshooting What this chapter contains This chapter explains how to replace inverter components. It also presents the possible malfunction indications and symptoms along with the corrective actions. Replacing string fuses 1. Switch OFF the DC switch on the inverter. 2.

  • Page 100: Replacing The Surge Protection Device

    100 Troubleshooting 11. Push the fuse holders back into position. 12. Repeat steps 7 to 11 for all string inputs in use. 13. Reconnect all DC cables to the corresponding inputs on the inverter. 14. Replace the front and bottom covers. See section Removing and replacing the front cover and bottom cover on page 51.

  • Page 101: Replacing The Inverter

    Troubleshooting 101 Replacing the inverter If the inverter needs to be replaced, follow the decommissioning and installation procedures. There is no need to transfer components from the old product to the new one. If the inverter is returned and replaced under warranty, there is no need to return the fuses or surge protection cartridges.

  • Page 102: Fault Messages And Their Corrective Actions

    102 Troubleshooting  Fault messages and their corrective actions Fault Fault message Causes of fault and corrective actions message description ID code Overcurrent The inverter has performed an overcurrent trip and has disconnected from the grid. Possible causes for an overcurrent peak are an AC side short-circuit, sudden AC side disturbance or inverter malfunction.
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting 103 Fault Fault message Causes of fault and corrective actions message description ID code Ground Current The inverter’s RCMU has diagnosed leakage current to ground during the inverter’s power feeding operation and has disconnected itself from the electrical grid. Leakage current can be the result of human, animal or another object’s contact between (faulty) cabling or electrical device and ground.
  • Page 104 104 Troubleshooting Fault Fault message Causes of fault and corrective actions message description ID code Redundant IGND The inverter has diagnosed an internal measurements redundancy fault. Power down the inverter. Restart the inverter. If the inverter returns to the same fault state, power down the inverter and contact your system supplier.
  • Page 105 Troubleshooting 105 Fault Fault message Causes of fault and corrective actions message description ID code The inverter has performed a control board temperature trip and overtemperature has disconnected from the grid. The inverter’s control board temperature has risen above the trip limit despite the output current reduction function.
  • Page 106 106 Troubleshooting Fault Fault message Causes of fault and corrective actions message description ID code MCU connection The inverter has diagnosed an internal communication error. Power down the inverter. Restart the inverter. If the inverter returns to the same fault state, power down the inverter and contact your system supplier.

  • Page 107: Warning Messages

    Troubleshooting 107 Warning messages Warning Warning Cause of warning and inverter’s behavior Maintenance or message message service person description actions ID code 1000 DC String A DC string fuse has failed. If there are Maintenance or fuse blown several inputs connected and some of them service person should have good fuses;...
  • Page 108 108 Troubleshooting Warning Warning Cause of warning and inverter’s behavior Maintenance or message message service person description actions ID code 1006 External fan The inverter’s software has calculated that To minimize output run time the cooling fan has reached the end of its life. power losses and service downtime in The calculation considers the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 109 2995 Remote 3-phase monitoring: One of the inverters User should check the PVS300 connected to the AC grid phases is faulty and serial number of the faulted has disconnected from the grid. The faulty inverter and...
  • Page 110 110 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 111: Decommissioning

    Decommissioning 111 Decommissioning What this chapter contains This chapter explains how to remove the inverter from service and recycle it at the end of its lifetime. Removing the inverter from service 1. Switch OFF the DC switch on the front panel of inverter. 2.

  • Page 112: Recycling

    Do not dispose of inverter with normal waste. At the end of its operational lifetime, return the inverter to any recycling facility which receives and handles electronic goods. Alternatively, the product can be returned to ABB. Please contact your local ABB representative for shipping details.

  • Page 113: Technical Data

    Technical data What this chapter contains This chapter presents the technical data for the inverter. DC Input data and solar array requirements Inverter type PVS300-TL- 3300W-2 4000W-2 4600W-2 6000W-2 8000W-2 Nominal solar array power 3400 W 4200 W 4800 W...

  • Page 114: Ac Output Data And Grid Requirements

    114 Technical data Inverter type PVS300-TL- 3300W-2 4000W-2 4600W-2 6000W-2 8000W-2 Surge protection device type (SPD) ABB, OVR PV 40 1000 P TS or Phoenix Contact, Type VAL-MS 1000DC/2+V-FM-UD Solar string fault current protection Solar string fuse, 10x38mm, 1000 VDC...

  • Page 115: Environmental Data And Requirements

    Technical data 115 Inverter type PVS300-TL- 3300W-2 4000W-2 4600W-2 6000W-2 8000W-2 Recommended tripping curve type of Type B external circuit breaker Minimum / (maximum) allowed 20 A / 25 A / 25 A / 32 A / 50 A /...

  • Page 116: Mechanical Data

    Ethernet and GSM modem connectivity Programmable relay output 2A, 30Vdc/250Vac, electrically isolated Normally open or normally closed. Source: 3AXD00000596478, 3AXD10000027043 Performance data The PVS300 inverters efficiency testing is performed by applying standard EN 50530, Overall efficiency of grid connected photovoltaic inverter.

  • Page 117: Mppt Adjustment Efficiency

    Technical data 117  MPPT adjustment efficiency Power range of P nominal Static MPPT adjustment efficiency for PVS300 series <20% 99.7% >20% 99.9%  Conversion efficiency PVS300-TL-3300W-2, conversion efficiency 335V 480 V 720 V Maximum 97,0 % Euro-eta (Medium Irradiation)
  • Page 118 118 Technical data PVS300-TL-4600W-2, conversion efficiency 335V 480 V 720 V Maximum 97,0 % Euro-eta (Medium Irradiation) 96,4 % CEC (High Irradiation) 96,8 % Output power [%] PVS300-TL-6000W-2, conversion efficiency 335V 480 V 720 V 97,0 % Maximum 96,6 %...

  • Page 119: Product Compliance

    CEC (High Irradiation) 96,7 % Output power [%] Source: 3AXD10000024873, 3AXD10000023280 Product compliance Inverter type PVS300-TL- 3300W-2 4000W-2 4600W-2 6000W-2 8000W-2 Safety and EMC CE and C-Tick conformity according to LVD 2006/95/EC, EMCD 2004/108/EC, EN62109-1, EN62109-2, EN61000-6-2 and EN61000-6-3 Certifications and approvals...
  • Page 120 120 Technical data...

  • Page 121: Dimension Drawing

    Dimension drawing 121 Dimension drawing What this chapter contains This chapter presents the external dimensions of the inverter and also shows the clearance dimensions to ensure that the inverter is properly ventilated. Inverter dimensions 3AUA0000094904...
  • Page 122 122 Dimension drawing 3AUA0000094904...

  • Page 123: Required Clearances For Cooling

    Dimension drawing 123 Required clearances for cooling...
  • Page 124 124 Dimension drawing...

  • Page 125: Navigation Map

    Navigation map 125 Navigation map What this chapter contains This chapter presents the navigation map in conjunction with instructions for how to read it. How to read the navigation map The top row of the navigation map shows the start-up sequence, from left to right, which is followed when the inverter is started up for the very first time.

  • Page 126: The Navigation Map

    126 Navigation map The navigation map...
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  • Page 128 128 Navigation map...

  • Page 129: Further Information

    Further information For more information on ABB products and services for solar applications, navigate www.abb.com/solar.
  • Page 130 Contact us www.abb.com/solar...

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