Xantrex PV100S-480 - Manual

About This Manual 152315 Rev C v Abbreviations and Acronyms Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com. ANSI American National Standards Institute CCU2 Converter Control Unit 2 CFM Cubic Feet per Minute CW C...

152315 Rev C vii Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARD This manual contains important safety instructions for the PV100S that shall be followed during installation and maintenance procedures. WARNING: Shock Hazard Read and keep this Planning and Installation Manual f...

Safety viii 152315 Rev C General Safety Precautions 1. When installing the PV100S use only components recommended or sold by Xantrex. Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons, and will void the warranty. 2. Do not attempt to operate the PV100S if it has been dr...

Safety x 152315 Rev C Operational Safety Procedures Never work alone when servicing this equipment. A team of two is required until the equipment is properly de-energized, locked-out and tagged, and verified de-energized with a meter.Thoroughly inspect the equipment prior to energizing. Verify that ...

Safety 152315 Rev C xi De-Energize/Isolation Procedure The following procedure should be followed to de-energize the PV100S for maintenance. To isolate the PV100S: 1. Turn the ON / OFF switch to the OFF position. 2. Open the DC interface disconnect switch.3. Open the AC interface disconnect switch.4...

152315 Rev C xiii Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vii 1 Introduction Description of the PV100S - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2System Specifications ...

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152315 Rev C xv Table 1-1 Electrical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4 Table 1-2 Over/Under Voltage and Over/Under Frequency Ranges - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4 Table 1-3 Environmental Specifications - - - - ...

152315 Rev C xvii Figure 1-1 Dimensions (Not to scale) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Figure 1-2 PV100S Operator Interface Components- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7 Figure 1-3 On/Off Switch - - - - - - - -...

1 Introduction Chapter 1, “Introduction” provides information about the features and functions of the PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter.

Introduction 1–2 152315 Rev C Description of the PV100S The PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter is a UL 1741 listed, utility interactive, three-phase power conversion system for grid-connected photovoltaic arrays with a power rating of 100 kW. Designed to be easy to install and operate, th...

Introduction 1–4 152315 Rev C System Specifications The PV100S has been designed for photovoltaic power systems, which operate within the following specifications. Electrical Specifications Table 1-1 provides the AC and DC specifications for the PV100S. Over Voltage, Under Voltage and Frequency Rang...

System Specifications 152315 Rev C 1–5 System Ground Requirements This product is intended to be installed as part of a permanently grounded electrical system per the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70. A copper ground rod must be installed within three feet of the PV100S enclosures and connected t...

Operator Interface Controls 152315 Rev C 1–7 Operator Interface Controls Operator interface controls are located on the front door of the main inverter enclosure. These controls include an ON/OFF Switch, 4-line LCD display and keypad called the Universal Frontpanel Control Unit (UFCU). Additionally ...

Communication Features 152315 Rev C 1–9 AC and DC Disconnect Switches Both AC and DC Interface Enclosures are equipped with lockout hasps for personnel safety. The enclosure doors should not be opened while the PV100S is operating. The switch handles and shafts provide a door interlock for both the ...

Introduction 1–10 152315 Rev C System Status and Fault Reporting Basic system status and all fault conditions rising from within the PV100S are reported to the UFCU. The unit stores the time and details of all faults in non-volatile memory. The 4-line LCD will display a hexadecimal value and a brief...

Communication Methods 152315 Rev C 1–11 Communication Methods The PV100S communicates system status information to the user using the following methods.• The Front Panel Control Unit (UFCU) Display • PC Connection (Direct or Remote) - Xantrex Solar Graphic User Interface (GUI) Software required. Com...

Introduction 1–12 152315 Rev C PC Connection Methods Personal computers can be used to access the system status and programming features of the PV100S. A computer can be connected either directly or remotely. 1. Remote Connect - uses one of the three kits below. • POTS Kit - uses a MultiTech® 56K Mo...

Introduction 1–14 152315 Rev C Ethernet LAN Access The PV100S can be remotely accessed through a local area network. Direct Access Figure 1-10 illustrates the PV100S connected directly to a personal computer. Figure 1-9 Ethernet LAN Access Figure 1-10 Direct Access

2 Planning Chapter 2, “Planning” provides information to help plan the installation of the PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter.

Planning 2–2 152315 Rev C Overview of PV100S Installation Planning Planning for a system requires complete understanding of all the components that are involved to successfully install the PV100S to meet the required national, state, and local codes. Definition A power system (such as the PV100S) is...

PV Planning 152315 Rev C 2–3 Large gauge wire must conform to the minimum bend radius specified in the NEC, Article 373-6B, Ninth Edition. Take care to keep the wire bundles away from any sharp edges which may damage wire insulation over time. All conductors should be made of copper and rated for 90...

Planning 2–4 152315 Rev C Ground Requirements This product is intended to be installed as part of a permanently grounded electrical system per National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70. A copper ground rod must be installed within three feet of the PV100S enclosure. This is the single point earth ground f...

Electrical Diagrams and Schematics 152315 Rev C 2–5 utility-side neutral does not affect the operation of the inverter, however connection of the neutral on the inverter-side does affect the operation and must be left floating or disconnected. Single-phase, grounded loads which may be present betwee...

Planning 2–6 152315 Rev C Layout Options The PV100S is shipped as two separate assemblies and can be arranged as shown in Figure 2-1 or Figure 2-2.The PV100S can be arranged in a number of different system layout options to fit specific site requirements. The AC interface/transformer assembly may be...

Planning 2–8 152315 Rev C Conduit Penetration The following illustrations show the recommended locations for electrical conduit entry into the PV100S enclosures. These drawings are to be used for system planning purposes, such that the shaded areas are representative of the maximum allowable area an...

Conductor and Conduit Sizing 152315 Rev C 2–11 Conductor and Conduit Sizing All wiring methods and materials shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. When sizing conductors and conduits interfacing to the PV100S, both shall be in accordance with the National Electric Co...

Installation 3–2 152315 Rev C Equipment Required The following is a list of required tools and equipment to aid in the installation of the PV100S. This list is not a comprehensive list, but is intended to help identify the minimum recommended tools and equipment used during the installation. • Forkl...

Unloading 152315 Rev C 3–3 Moving the PV100S To move the PV100S while it is still inside the shipping crates: 1. Place the forks of the forklift below the shipping crate at the points specified on the shipping crate. 2. Lift the main inverter and the AC Interface Enclosure and Transformer Enclosure ...

Installation 3–4 152315 Rev C Removing the Pallet and Moving the PV100S To move the PV100S using a forklift: 1. Place the forks of the forklift below the unit at the points specified in Figure 3-2. 2. Lift the PV100S from beneath the respective enclosures. Be sure to use a forklift with a 26" fo...

Mounting and Anchoring the Units 152315 Rev C 3–5 Mounting and Anchoring the Units To mount and anchor the PV100S: 1. Predrill the floor or pad to accept 1/2" diameter masonry anchors or ensure it has pre-installed anchoring bolts that will fit the 5/8" mounting holes. 2. Lift the main inver...

Installation 3–6 152315 Rev C Opening or Closing Access Doors To lock or unlock the front door on the main inverter: 1. Use the 7 mm triangle key provided with the unit. a) Insert the key in the lock and turn counterclockwise to open; clockwise to lock. b) Pull front door open from the right side. F...

Opening or Closing Access Doors 152315 Rev C 3–7 Figure 3-5 AC Interface Access Door Figure 3-6 DC Interface Access Door Door Latches To Open Access Door: 1. Confirm that the AC Disconnect Switch handle is placed in the OFF (Open) position prior to opening the door. 2. Loosen the bolts on door latch...

Conduit Installation 152315 Rev C 3–9 Conduit Installation Given the flexible nature of the system, conduit installation will be dependent upon the final configuration of the system. Procurement and installation of the conduit, therefore, is the responsibility of the installer. Since the layout will...

Installation 3–12 152315 Rev C Wire Gauge and Torque Requirements Table 3-1 provides acceptable wire gauges, bolt sizes, and torque values for AC terminal connections. Table 3-2 provides acceptable wire gauges, bolt sizes, and torque values to be connected to the PV100S DC terminal connections. Grou...

Wiring - General 152315 Rev C 3–13 Chassis Ground The chassis ground is a copper bus bar in the Main Inverter Enclosure and has 3/8-16" bolts for terminating the AC ground. The ground conductor size depends on the size of the main circuit breaker. NEC Table 250.122 (Ninth Edition) requires that ...

Installation 3–14 152315 Rev C inter-tie. The PV100S is a balanced, three-phase, current-sourcing inverter and only operates with the presence of a stable utility voltage. The transformer is also supplied with a neutral connection on the utility interconnect. Connection of this utility-side neutral ...

Wiring - Specific 152315 Rev C 3–17 6. The AC Sense Harness is pre-terminated within the AC interface/transformer assembly and the opposite end is mated with its 9-pin plug to the corresponding 9-pin jack within the Main Inverter Enclosure. See Figure 3-17. 7. Replace the access panels on the front ...

Wiring - Specific 152315 Rev C 3–19 PV Array Connections To make the connections from the PV Array/combiner to DC Interface enclosure: 1. Remove the door clamps and open the door to the DC Interface Enclosure.2. Route the PV Array cables conductors POSitive (PV+), NEGative (PV-), and PV GND through ...

Installation 3–20 152315 Rev C PC Communications Personal computers can be used to access the system status and programming features of the PV100S. A computer can be connected either directly or remotely. 1. Remote Connect - uses one of the three kits below. • POTS Kit - uses a MultiTech® 56K Modem,...

PC Communications 152315 Rev C 3–21 Establishing a POTS Connection To connect a personal computer using the POTS Connection: 1. Ensure the personal computer to be used has a 56K modem installed.2. Open the Communications Enclosure.3. Plug the local phone line into the RJ11 port on the SA2 Surge Arre...

Installation 3–22 152315 Rev C Establishing Wireless Connection To connect a personal computer using the GSM Wireless modem: 1. Ensure the personal computer has the appropriate hardware installed to support this feature. 2. Install the GUI Software following the instructions in the PV100S 100 kW Gri...

PC Communications 152315 Rev C 3–23 Direct Connection The direct connection provides the means to use the features of the GUI by connecting a PC directly to the CCU2. This allows field personnel to monitor and control the inverter from a nearby laptop computer directly connected by a serial cable. T...

4 Verification Chapter 4, “Verification” provides a checklist to ensure the installation of the PV100S is correct and complete.

Verification 4–2 152315 Rev C Verification Procedure Summary The following procedures are intended to verify correct installation and proper wiring of the PV100S. Prior to performing the following verification steps on the PV100S, review all safety requirements and procedures outlined in this manual...

Visual Inspection of Mechanical Connections 152315 Rev C 4–3 Visual Inspection of Mechanical Connections To perform a visual inspection of the PV100S mechanical connections: Visual Inspection of Electrical Connections To perform a visual inspection of the PV100S electrical connections: 1. Ensure tha...

Verification 4–4 152315 Rev C Visual Inspection, Isolation Transformer Wye/Wye To perform a visual inspection of the Isolation Transformer Wye/Wye: Corrective Action Perform after initial inspection (if required): 1. Correct any necessary repairs pertaining to the previous inspection steps.2. Replac...

A Schematics Appendix A contains useful schematics to aid with installation.

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A Abbreviations and Acronyms v Access Doors 3 – 6 Anchoring 2 – 13 Array Grounding 3 – 13 C CCU2 v CFM v Chassis Grounds 3 – 13 Clearance 2 – 2 Communication 2 – 4 Communications 3 – 20 Components 2 – 2 Conductor and Conduit Sizing 2 – 11 Conduit Installation 3 – 9 Conduit Penetration 2 – 8 Conduits...

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