Protect PV - Solar Inverters User Manual AEG Power Solutions GmbH Revision: 01 Date: 2011-05-25 User Manual 8000038784_00_BAL_en
Contents Contents 1. Introduction 2 Introduction 2 Operation Mode Definition 2 2. Display 4 Display 4 View 5 View 2 5 Status 6 Production Log 8 Setup 10 3. Web Server Quick Guide 12 Introduction 12 Supported Characters 12 Access and Initial Setup 12 Setup Wizard 13 Operation 17 Web Server Structure 17 Plant, Group and Inverter Views 19 Additional Information 20 4. Troubleshooting 21 Troubleshooting 21 5.
1. Introduction 1 1. Introduction 1.1. Introduction This manual provides information on functionality and maintenance of the Protect PV solar inverter. Illustration 1.1: Protect PV 10 kW, Protect PV 12.5 kW, Protect PV 15 kW CE marking - This certifies the conformity of the equipment with the regulations which apply in accordance with the directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. The Protect PV inverter series comprises: Protect PV Protect PV easy 1.2.
1. Introduction On grid (Green LED on) The inverter is connected to the grid and energises the grid. The inverter disconnects if: It detects abnormal grid conditions (depending on country settings), if an internal event occurs or if no PV power is available (no power is supplied to the grid for 10 minutes). It then goes into connecting mode or off grid mode.
2. Display 2. Display 2 2.1. Display Note: Due to the advanced functionalities of the inverter, it may take up to 10 seconds before the display becomes available after power up. The integrated display on the inverter front gives the user access to all information about the PV system and the inverter. The display has two modes: Normal Power saving The display is in use After 10 min. of no display activity the back light of the display turns off to save power.
2. Display 2.1.1. View Menu Structure - View Parameter Mode: On grid Prod. today: 12345 kWh Output Power: 12345 W [ --- utilization bar --- ] Description Displays present inverter mode. See operation mode definitions Energy production today in kWh. Value from inverter or S0 energy-meter Current output power in Watt Shows level of inverter utilisation as % of max. utilisation 2 Table 2.1: View 2.1.2.
2. Display 2.1.3. Status Menu Structure - Status Display Functions [-] Ambient Conditions Irradiance: 1400W/m2 PV module temp: 100 oC Ambient temp: 20 oC Irr. sensor temp: 20 oC [-] Photovoltaic [-] Present values [-] PV input 1 Voltage: 1000V Current: 15.
2. Display Menu Structure - Status - Continued Display Functions [-] Inverter [-] Country: Germany [-] Internal Conditions Power module 1: 100 oC PCB1 (AUX): 100 oC [-] Serial no. and SW ver. [-] Inverter Prod- and serial number: A0010000201 011900H2304 Software version: MAC address: ...
2. Display 2.1.4.
2. Display Menu Structure - Production Log - Continued Display Functions Description [-] Time stamps Installed: 31-12-07 Date of first grid connection Power down: 21:00:00 When the inverter was last connected to grid Prod. initiated: 06:00:00 When the inverter first connected to grid today [-] De-rating Period of time the inverter has limited power production in total, shown in Total de-rate: 0 h hours Pwr level adjust: 0 h Due to Power level adjustment Freq. stabiliza.
2. Display 2.1.5. Setup Menu Structure - Setup Display Functions [-] External Alarm Stop Alarm Test Alarm 2 Description Only applicable if external alarm is connected Stop alarm Includes testing red LED on front Amount of time the alarm is active in seconds. If value is set to 0, alarm time-out is disabled and the alarm will be active until the failure that has triggered the alarm is corrected or the alarm has been stopped. See above.
2. Display Menu Structure - Setup - Continued Display Functions GPRS connection setup SIM PIN code: 0000 Access point name: name User name: user Password: password Roaming: Disabled [-] Data warehouse service Upload channel: LAN Upload time (h:m): 14:55 Start log upload D.W FTP server address: www.inverterdata.com D.W server port: 65535 FTP mode: Active D.W. server user name: User D.W server password Password [-] Autotest Status: Off Ugrid: 234 V Utest: 234 V Fgrid: 50.03 Hz Ftest: 50.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3. Web Server Quick Guide 3.1. Introduction 3 These instructions describe the Protect PV Web Server, which facilitates remote access to the inverter. Refer to the download area at www.aegps.com/solarinverters for the newest instructions. 3.2.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3 Illustration 3.1: Product Label 6. The Web Server logon dialog opens. 7. Type 'admin' in the user and password fields, and click [Log in]. 8. At initial logon the inverter runs a setup wizard. Ensure pop-ups are enabled before the wizard starts. 3.3.2. Setup Wizard Step 1 of 7: Master setting To set up a master inverter, click on [Set this inverter as master]. • A scan runs to identify inverters in the network.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3 Illustration 3.3: Step 2 of 7: Display Language To change the language setting later, refer to Setup, Setup Details. Step 3 of 7: Time and date Enter • time in 24-hour format • date • time zone Accuracy is important, because date and time are used for logging purposes. Adjustment for daylight savings is automatic. Illustration 3.4: Step 3 of 7: Time and Date To change these settings later, refer to Setup, Inverter details, Set Date and Time.
3. Web Server Quick Guide Incorrect setting can have serious consequences for production efficiency. 3 Illustration 3.5: Step 4 of 7: Installed Power To change the installed power, refer to Setup, Calibration, PV Array. Step 5 of 7: Country setting Select the country setting to match the installation. To meet medium voltage grid requirements select a country option ending in MV. • The default setting is [undefined]. Select the country setting again, to confirm. • The setting is activated immediately.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3 Illustration 3.6: Step 5 of 7: Country Setting Note: If the initial and confirmation settings are different, • country selection is cancelled • the wizard recommences step 5 If initial and confirmation settings match, but are incorrect, contact service. To change the country setting later, refer to Setup, Setup Details.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3 Illustration 3.7: Step 6 of 7: Replication Step 7 of 7: Inverter startup The inverter will start automatically when the installation sequence is complete (see the Protect PV Installation Manual), and solar radiation is sufficient. The startup sequence, including self-test, takes a few minutes. Illustration 3.8: Step 7 of 7: Inverter startup To change the setup later, access the inverter via the integrated web interface or the display, at inverter level.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3 Illustration 3.9: Overview 1. 2. 3. Plant name: Displays the current plant name: • Click on the plant name to display the plant view. • Change the plant name at [Setup → Plant details]. Group menu: Displays groups of inverters: • Inverters join group 1 by default • Click on a group name to display the group view, and a list of inverters in the group. • Change the group name via [Setup → Inverter details] in the inverter view.
3. Web Server Quick Guide • Contact: Opens a pop-up window which displays AEG PS contact information. • Logout: Opens the log in / log out dialog box. • Security level: Displays the current security level as explained in the section Security Levels. 3 Note: The content of the main menu changes depending on which view is currently selected: the plant, a group of inverters or an individual inverter. The active view is indicated by text in red. 3.4.2.
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4. Troubleshooting 4. Troubleshooting 4.1. Troubleshooting Only trained and authorised personnel familiar with electrical systems and safety issues may work on inverters and electrical installations. 4 Should the inverter not supply energy as expected, go through the checklist before calling service. 1. Check that the grid is properly connected to the inverter and that the mains switch is not switched off. 2. Check that there is sufficient solar radiation to generate power. UPV >250 V 3.
5. Maintenance 5. Maintenance 5.1. Maintenance Normally, the inverter needs no maintenance or calibration. Ensure the heatsink at the rear of the inverter is not covered. 5 Clean the contacts of the PV load switch once per year. Perform cleaning by cycling the switch to on and off positions ten times.The PV load switch is located at the base of the inverter. 5.1.1. Cleaning the Cabinet Clean the inverter cabinet using pressurised air, a soft cloth or a brush. 5.1.2.
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