ABB PVI-3.8/4.6-I-OUTD Quick Installation Manual

ABB Solar inverters
Quick Installation Guide
PVI-3.8/4.6-I-OUTD
EN
In addition to what is explained below, the safety and installation information provided in the
installation manual must be read and followed. The technical documentation and the interface
and management software for the product are available at the website.
The device must be used in the manner described in the manual. If this is not the case the
safety devices guaranteed by the inverter might be ineffective.
3.
Available components
Bracket for wall mounting
Bolts and screws for wall mounting
M6x10 screw
D.18 Washer
L-key, TORX TX20
M20 Cable gland
M32 Cable gland
Two-hole gasket for M20 signal cable
glands and cap TGM58
4.
Transport and handling
Transport of the equipment, especially by road, must be carried out with by suitable ways and means for protecting the
components from violent shocks, humidity, vibration, etc.
Lifting
The means used for lifting must be suitable to bear the weight of the equipment.
Unpacking and checking
The components of the packaging must be disposed on in accordance with the regulations in force in the country of
installation.
When you open the package, check that the equipment is undamaged and make sure all the components are present.
If you find any defects or damage, stop unpacking and consult the carrier, and also promptly inform the Service ABB.
Equipment weight
Model
PVI-3.8-I-OUTD PVI-4.6-I-OUTD
PVI-4.6-I-OUTD-S PVI-4.6-I-OUTD-S
5.
Environmental checks
- Consult the technical data to check the environmental parameters to be observed
- Installation of the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight must be avoided as it may cause:
1. power limitation phenomena in the inverter (with a resulting decreased energy production by the system)
2. premature wear of the electrical/electromechanical components
3. premature wear of the mechanical components (gaskets) and of the user interface (display)
- Do not install in small closed rooms where air cannot circulate freely
- To avoid overheating, always make sure the flow of air around the inverter is not blocked
- Do not install in places where gases or flammable substances may be present
- Do not install in rooms where people live or where the prolonged presence of people or animals is
expected, because of the noise (about 50dB(A) at 1 m) that the inverter makes during operation
Installations above 2000 metres
On account of the rarefaction of the air (at high altitudes), particular conditions may occur:
- Less efficient cooling and therefore a greater likelihood of the device going into derating because of
high internal temperatures
- Reduction in the dielectric resistance of the air that, in the presence of high operating voltages (DC
input), can create electric arcs (discharges) that can reach the point of damaging the inverter
All installations at altitudes of over 2000 metres must be assessed case by case with the ABB
Service department.
Quantity Available components
1
Jumpers for configuration of the
parallel input channels
3 + 3
Connector for connecting the confi-
1
gurable relay
4
Connector for the connection of the
communication and control signals
1
Male quick fit connectors
1
Female quick fit connectors
1
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Technical documentations
1 + 1
technical The In addition to what is explained
documentation in this and the interface the guide, safety
management and and software installation information for the provided
product are in the available installation at the manual
website. mus t be read followed. and
Mass weight
24 Kg
1.
The labels on the inverter have the Agency marking, main technical data and identification of the equipment and manufacturer
www.abb.com/solar
SOLAR INVERTER
V 520 V
dc max
V 90 - 520 V
dc MPP
V 160 - 470 V
dc, Full Power
I 2 x 12.5 A
dc max
I 2 x 22 A
sc max
IP65
-25 to +60 °C
-13 to +140 °F
The labels attached to the equipment must NOT be removed, damaged, dirtied, hidden,etc...
If the service password is requested, the field to be used is the serial number -SN: YYWWSSSSSS-
In the manual and/or in some cases on the equipment, the danger or hazard zones are indicated with signs, labels, symbols or icons.
Always refer to instruction
manual
Protection rating of
IP65
equipment
Positive pole and negative
pole of the input voltage
(DC)
2.
The models of inverter to which this guide refers are available in 2 power ratings: 3.8 kW and 4.6 kW.
Two types are available for each model: Standard or with DC disconnect switch (Version -S).
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POW
ER
ALA
RM
GFI
U N O
05 06 07
Main components
01 Bracket 06
Locking screw
02 07
Heat sink
03 08
Stand-by Button
04 09
Front cover
05 10
Quantity
2
2
15
cm
2
10cm 10cm
4
20
cm
4
6.
Wall/Pole mounting
1
During installation, do not place the inverter with its front facing towards the ground.
- Position the bracket so that it is perfectly level on the wall and use it as a boring template.
01
- Make the 3 holes required, using a drill with a 10 mm diameter bit. The depth of the holes should
be about 70 mm. On the bracket
support the inverter if installed on stable, robust supports.
- Secure the bracket to the wall
it (Step 1). Check the stability of the bracket and if necessary use all the fixing points (5) there are
on the bracket
- Hook the inverter to the bracket spring corresponding with the insertion point in the bracket on the
back of the inverter (Step 2).
- Proceed to anchor the inverter to the bracket
lower side (Step 3).
- Unscrew the 4 screws and open the front cover
- Once the connections have been made, close the cover by tightening the 4 screws on the front to a
minimum tightening torque of 1.5 Nm.
7.
POWE R
ALAR
M
GFI
All versions of the inverter are equipped with two input channels (therefore with double maximum power point tracker MPPT) independent of each other, which
ESC
UP
DOWN
ENTER
can however be connected in parallel using a single MPPT.
U N O
Configuration of independent channels (default configuration)
This configuration involves the use of the two input channels (MPPT) in independent
mode. This means that the jumpers between the two channels (positive and negati-
ve) of the DC input terminal block
on the main board must be set to "IND". N.B.: Independent channel configuration
can only be used in the event that the negative input pole is grounded (Negative
Grounding).
Configuration of parallel-connected channels
This configuration uses the two input channels (MPPT) connected in parallel. This
means that the jumpers between the two channels (positive and negative) of the
DC input terminal block 17
board must be set to "PAR".
8.
The configuration of the grounding of the inputs must be done before any connections or testing takes place. No pole of the array can have
earthing connection points located outside the inverter. Incorrect configuration may cause damage to the system and photovoltaic panels!
For the correct operation of some types of photovoltaic panels it may be necessary to ground one of the two input poles (positive or negative), or to have both
of the input poles floating in regards to ground potential. In order to achieve this, it is possible to vary the Grounding configuration by connecting the wiring
for connector (negative grounding) to connector
09
Positive or floating grounding must NOT be used in the case of INDEPENDENT input channel configuration.
10
09 11
Negative input pole grounding
DIN V VDE 0126-1-1
DIN V VDE 0126-1-1
PROTECTIVE CLASS: I
PROTECTIVE CLASS: I
Made in Italy
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MODEL: MODEL:
PVI-3.8- I-OUTD SOLAR INVERTER PVI-4.6- I-OUTD
V 230 V 1Ø V 520 V V
acr dc max acr
f 50 Hz V 90 - 520 V f
r dc MPP r
P φ 3800 W @ 50°C amb. V 180 - 470 V P φ
acr (cos = 1) dc, Full Power acr (cos
P φ 3800W @ 45°C amb. I 2 x 14 A P φ
acr (cos = ±0.9) dc max acr (cos
I 18.2 A(*) I 2 x 22 A I
ac max sc max ac max
(*): 16 A for G83/1 UK Version
IP65
-25 to +60 °C
5minutes
-13 to +140 °F
General warning - Important
Hazardous voltage
safety information
With isolation
Temperature range
transformer
Always use safety clothing
Point of connection for
and/or personal safety
grounding protection
devices
01
04
ESC
UP
DOW N
ENT ER
02
08
LED Panel 11 Positive Grounding Connector
Display Grid standard rotary selectors
12
Keyboard Channel configuration switch
13
Negative Grounding Connector Internal battery
14
Grounding configuration wiring RS485 line termination switch
15
Installation position
- Install on a wall or strong structure capable of bearing the weight of the equipment
- Install in safe, easy to reach places
- If possible, install at eye-level so that the display and status LEDs can be seen easily
- Install at a height that considers the heaviness of the equipment
- Install vertically with a maximum inclination of +/- 5°
- Choose a place with enough space around the unit to permit easy installation and
removal of the object from the mounting surfaces; comply with the indicated minimum
distances
- For a multiple installation, position the inverters side by side; if the space available does
not allow this arrangement, position the inverters in a staggered arrangement as shown
in the figure so that heat dissipation is not affected by other inverters
Final installation of the inverter must not compromise access to any disconnection
devices that may be located externally.
Please refer to the warranty terms and conditions available on the website and
evaluate any possible exclusion due to improper installation.
there are 5 holes with which to secure it: just 3 are enough to
01
or to the pole with the no. 3 10 mm wall plugs supplied with
B A
by tightening the locking screw located on the
01 02
in order to make all the necessary connections.
05
13
must not be installed and the switch located
17 13
13
must be installed and the switch 13 located on the main
(positive grounding), or inserting the wiring into the support provided (floating configuration).
11
10
11
09
Positive input pole grounding
PVI-X.X-I-OUTD-X
Made in Italy
P/N:PPPPPPPPPPP
SN:YYWWSSSSSS WK:WWYY
WO:XXXXXXX
230 V 1Ø
50 Hz
SO:SXXXXXXXX Q1
4600 W @ 50°C amb.
= 1)
4600W @ 45°C amb.
= ±0.9)
22.5 A(*)
Inverter model
01
Inverter Part Number
02
Inverter Serial Number
03
5minutes
Week/Year of manufacture
04
Hot surfaces
Direct and alternating
currents, respectively
Time need to discharge
stored energy
5
09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
22 23 24 25
09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25
16 RJ45 Connectors 21 DC Disconnect switch
DC Input terminal block Input connectors (MPPT1)
17 22
AC Output terminal block Input connectors (MPPT2)
18 23
Alarm terminal block AC cable gland
19 24
Signal terminal block Service cable glands
20 25
1
2
B
A
POWER ALARM
GFI
ESC UP
DOWN ENTER
UNO
3
17
10
09 11
"Floating" grounding
01
02
04
03
10