Siemens TPS3 12 - Manuals

Page 5 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 The Siemens Microinverter System The Siemens Microinverter System is the world’s most technologically advanced inverter system for use in utility-interactive applications. This manual details the safe installation and operation of the Si...

Page 6 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 How the Microinverter Works The Siemens Microinverter maximizes energy production from your photovoltaic (PV) array. Each Siemens Microinverter is individually connected to one PV module in your array. This unique configuration means tha...

Page 7 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Siemens Microinverter Installation Follow the instructions in this section to install Siemens SMIINV215R60XX Microinverters. DANGER Hazardous voltage. W ill cause death or serious injury. Turn off Power before working on this equipment. ...

Page 8 Copyri Parts and Tools Required In addition to the SMIINV215R60XXhardware, you will need the following items. Siemens equipment: • Trunk and Drop cabling, as needed • NOTE : Order the correct Trunk and Drop Cable type. Installers must order cable for either split phase 240 VAC, typical for re...

Page 9 Copyri Installation Procedure Installing the Siemens Microinverter System involves several key steps. Each step listed below is detailed in the following pages. Step 1 – Measure V Step 2 – Install the AC Step 3 – Position the Step 4 – Attach the Microinverters to the Racking Step 5 – Dress th...

Page 10 Copyri Step 2 – Install the AC Branch Circuit Junction Box DANGER Hazardous voltage. W ill cause death or serious injury. working on this equipment.an AC branch circuit as listed on page microinverter AC branch cir DANGER Hazardous voltage. W ill cause death or serious injury. working on thi...

Page 11 Copyri Step 3 – Position the Trunk and Drop Cabling The cabling is a continuous length of 12 AWG, oumicroinverter placed each PV module width. The microinverters plug directly into the cable, and the cable is terminated into the junction box that feeds electricity back to the systemdisconnec...

Page 12 Copyri Step 4 – Attach the Microinverters to the Racking a. Mark the approximate centers of each PV module on the racking system. b. Evaluate the location of the microinverter with respect to the PV module junction box or any other obstructions. c. Ensure both that the micrnot interfere with...

Page 13 Copyri Step 5 – Dress the Trunk a. Attach the Trunkmay use tie wraps. The cable clips are designed so that the drop cable from the microinverter can also be dressed into the clip underneath NOTE : There are two through mounting, but are used to disconnect the connector. clear and accessible....

Page 14 Copyri Step 6 – Connect the Microinverters a. Remove the temporary shipping cap from the Trunk and Drop Cable and connect the inverter. There are two latching mechanisms within the connectors. Listen for connectors engage. Ensure that mechanisms have engaged. b. Repeat for all microinverters...

Page 15 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Step 7 – Terminate the unused end of the Trunk and Drop Cable You must terminate the far end of the Trunk and Drop cable. a. Remove 60mm (2.5 inches) of the outer jacket of the cable end. b. Take the screw-on gland portion of the cable ...

Page 16 Copyri Step 8 – Connect the Cable to Junction Box(es) a. Connect Trunk strain relief fitting. The trunk and drop cable requires a strain relief connector with an opening of 1.3 cm (0.5 inches) in diameter. b. Connect the TRUNK AND DROPinto additional junction boxes as needed to transition to...

Page 17 Copyri Step 9 – Ground the System If you are not using WEEB grounding washers to ground the microinverter chassis as described in step 4, follow the step below. Each accommodate a 6-8 AWG conductor. NOTE : The AC output neutral is not bonded to ground inside a. Route a continuous GEC through...

Page 18 Copyri Step 10 – Complete the The Siemens Installation Map is a diagrammatic representation of the physical location of each microinverter in your PV installation. The virtual array in Enlightecreate. Use the blank map in the Appendix to record microinverter placement for the system, or prov...

Page 19 Copyri Step 12 – Build the Virtual Array When the system is energized and all microinverters are detected by the Envoy CommunicationGateway, you can create the virtual array in Enlighten from the the virtual array is built, Enlighten displays a graphic representation of the PV system. It als...

Page 20 Copyri Commissioning and Operation WARNING: Be aware that only qualified personnel must connect the Microinverter to the electrical utility grid. WARNING: Ensure that all AC and DC wiring is correct. Ensure that none of the AC and DC wires are pinched or damaged. Ensure that all junction box...

Page 21 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Troubleshooting Adhere to all the safety measures described throughout this manual. Qualified personnel can use the following troubleshooting steps if the PV system does not operate correctly. WARNING: Do not attempt to repair the Sieme...

Page 22 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Troubleshooting an Inoperable Microinverter WARNING : Be aware that only qualified personnel should troubleshoot the PV array or the Siemens Microinverter. DANGER Hazardous voltage. W ill cause death or serious injury. Turn off Power be...

Page 23 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Disconnecting a Microinverter from the PV Module To ensure the microinverter is not disconnected from the PV modules under load, adhere to the following disconnection steps in the order shown: 1. Disconnect the AC by opening the branch ...

Page 24 Copyri Installing a Replacement Microinverter 1. With the silver side of the microinverter facing up and the black side facing down, attach the replacement microinverter to the recommended by your module racking vendor. 2. If you are using grounding washers (e.g., W EEB) to ground the chassi...

Page 25 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Technical Data Technical Considerations The Siemens SMIINV215R60XX Microinverters are designed to operate with most 60-cell PV modules. Be sure to verify the voltage and current specifications of your PV module match those of the microi...

Page 26 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Technical Specifications Siemens SMIINV215R60XX Microinverter Operating Parameters Topic Unit Min Typical Max DC Operating Parameters MPPT voltage range V 22 29 36 Operating Range V 16 36 Maximum DC input voltage V 45 Minimum / Maximum ...

Page 28 Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. 141-00015, Rev 01 Appendix Limited Warranty Siemens Industry Inc. (" Siemens ") has developed a highly reliable Microinverter that is designed to withstand normal operating conditions when used for its originally intended purpose in compliance wi...

Page 30 Copyri Siemens Installation Map Copyright 2011 Siemens Industry, Inc. Installation Map 141-00015, Rev 01