PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic InverterPV100S-208 PV100S-480Planning and Installation Manual
Safetyviii 152315 Rev CGeneral Safety Precautions1. When installing the PV100S use only components recommended or sold by Xantrex. Doing otherwise may
Safety152315 Rev C ixterminals must use a crimp-on type ring terminal or compression-type lug. The terminals are one bolt per pole. See Figure 3-14 on
Safetyx 152315 Rev COperational Safety ProceduresNever work alone when servicing this equipment. A team of two is required until the equipment is prop
Safety152315 Rev C xiDe-Energize/Isolation ProcedureThe following procedure should be followed to de-energize the PV100S for maintenance.To isolate th
152315 Rev C xiiiImportant Safety Instructions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -vii1IntroductionDes
Contentsxiv 152315 Rev C3InstallationEquipment Required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
152315 Rev C xvTable 1-1 Electrical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4Table 1-
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Figuresxviii 152315 Rev CFigure 3-18 AC Terminal Connections from the Utility- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–18Figure 3
1IntroductionChapter 1, “Introduction” provides information about the features and functions of the PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter.
Introduction1–2 152315 Rev CDescription of the PV100SThe PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter is a UL 1741 listed, utility interactive, three
Description of the PV100S152315 Rev C 1–3Figure 1-1Dimensions (Not to scale)WARNING:This is a class A product.In a domestic environment thisproduct m
Introduction1–4 152315 Rev CSystem SpecificationsThe PV100S has been designed for photovoltaic power systems, which operate within the following speci
System Specifications152315 Rev C 1–5System Ground RequirementsThis product is intended to be installed as part of a permanently grounded electrical s
Introduction1–6 152315 Rev CEnvironmental SpecificationsThe following environmental specifications are the same for both models of the PV100S 100 kW G
Operator Interface Controls152315 Rev C 1–7Operator Interface ControlsOperator interface controls are located on the front door of the main inverter e
Introduction1–8 152315 Rev COn/Off SwitchThe PV100S incorporates a maintained position ON/OFF switch located on the front door of the main enclosure.
Communication Features152315 Rev C 1–9AC and DC Disconnect SwitchesBoth AC and DC Interface Enclosures are equipped with lockout hasps for personnel s
PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic InverterPlanning and Installation Manual
Introduction1–10 152315 Rev CSystem Status and Fault ReportingBasic system status and all fault conditions rising from within the PV100S are reported
Communication Methods152315 Rev C 1–11Communication MethodsThe PV100S communicates system status information to the user using the following methods.•
Introduction1–12 152315 Rev CPC Connection MethodsPersonal computers can be used to access the system status and programming features of the PV100S. A
Communication Methods152315 Rev C 1–13POTS AccessFigure 1-7 illustrates the PV100S connected remotely to a personal computer.Wireless AccessFigure 1-8
Introduction1–14 152315 Rev CEthernet LAN AccessThe PV100S can be remotely accessed through a local area network. Direct AccessFigure 1-10 illustrates
2PlanningChapter 2, “Planning” provides information to help plan the installation of the PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter.
Planning2–2 152315 Rev COverview of PV100S InstallationPlanning Planning for a system requires complete understanding of all the components that are i
PV Planning152315 Rev C 2–3Large gauge wire must conform to the minimum bend radius specified in the NEC, Article 373-6B, Ninth Edition. Take care to
Planning2–4 152315 Rev CGround RequirementsThis product is intended to be installed as part of a permanently grounded electrical system per National E
Electrical Diagrams and Schematics152315 Rev C 2–5utility-side neutral does not affect the operation of the inverter, however connection of the neutra
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Planning2–6 152315 Rev CLayout OptionsThe PV100S is shipped as two separate assemblies and can be arranged as shown in Figure 2-1 or Figure 2-2.The PV
Layout Options152315 Rev C 2–7Figure 2-2PV100S Layout Option BTransformerEnclosureACInterfaceEnclosureDC InterfaceEnclosureInverterEnclosureCommunicat
Planning2–8 152315 Rev CConduit PenetrationThe following illustrations show the recommended locations for electrical conduit entry into the PV100S enc
Conduit Penetration152315 Rev C 2–9Figure 2-4Inductor Enclosure Conduit Entry, Left SideFigure 2-5Transformer Enclosure Conduit Entry, Right Side6&quo
Planning2–10 152315 Rev CFigure 2-6AC Interface Enclosure Conduit Entry, Left SideFigure 2-7DC Interface Enclosure, Bottom SideFigure 2-8Communication
Conductor and Conduit Sizing152315 Rev C 2–11Conductor and Conduit SizingAll wiring methods and materials shall be in accordance with the National Ele
Planning2–12 152315 Rev CStep 3. Size the cable.This example assumes that the conduit length is less than 24 inches. NEC Table 310.16 (Ninth Edition)
Anchoring the PV100S152315 Rev C 2–13Anchoring the PV100SThe PV100S is designed to be installed in either an indoor or outdoor location. It must be pl
Planning2–14 152315 Rev CThe floor or pad should either be pre-drilled to accept masonry anchors or have pre-installed anchoring bolts.Figure 2-10AC I
3InstallationChapter 3, “Installation” describes the procedures needed to install the PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter. This section incl
152315 Rev C iiiAbout This ManualPurposeThe purpose of this Planning and Installation Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for planning an
Installation3–2 152315 Rev CEquipment RequiredThe following is a list of required tools and equipment to aid in the installation of the PV100S. This l
Unloading152315 Rev C 3–3Moving the PV100STo move the PV100S while it is still inside the shipping crates:1. Place the forks of the forklift below the
Installation3–4 152315 Rev CRemoving the Pallet and Moving the PV100STo move the PV100S using a forklift:1. Place the forks of the forklift below the
Mounting and Anchoring the Units152315 Rev C 3–5Mounting and Anchoring the UnitsTo mount and anchor the PV100S:1. Predrill the floor or pad to accept
Installation3–6 152315 Rev COpening or Closing Access DoorsTo lock or unlock the front door on the main inverter:1. Use the 7 mm triangle key provided
Opening or Closing Access Doors152315 Rev C 3–7Figure 3-5AC Interface Access DoorFigure 3-6DC Interface Access DoorDoor LatchesTo Open Access Door:1.
Installation3–8 152315 Rev CFigure 3-7Transformer Access PanelsFigure 3-8Inductor Access PanelsTransformer Access PanelTo Remove the Access Panel: Loo
Conduit Installation152315 Rev C 3–9Conduit InstallationGiven the flexible nature of the system, conduit installation will be dependent upon the final
Installation3–10 152315 Rev CWiring - GeneralAll wiring methods and materials shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. W
Wiring - General152315 Rev C 3–11Overcurrent ProtectionAC overcurrent protection for the Utility Interconnect (Grid-tie) must be provided by the insta
About This Manualiv 152315 Rev CConventions UsedThe following conventions are used in this guide.This Manual contains information for two models of th
Installation3–12 152315 Rev CWire Gauge and Torque RequirementsTable 3-1 provides acceptable wire gauges, bolt sizes, and torque values for AC termina
Wiring - General152315 Rev C 3–13Chassis Ground The chassis ground is a copper bus bar in the Main Inverter Enclosure and has 3/8-16" bolts for t
Installation3–14 152315 Rev Cinter-tie. The PV100S is a balanced, three-phase, current-sourcing inverter and only operates with the presence of a stab
Wiring - Specific152315 Rev C 3–153. In addition to the power conductors, route the AC Sense Harness assembly (Xantrex P/N 1-152403-01) between the ma
Installation3–16 152315 Rev C5. Connect the AC power conductors in the Main Inverter Enclosure at TB4-A (A phase), TB4-B (B phase), and TB4-C (C phase
Wiring - Specific152315 Rev C 3–176. The AC Sense Harness is pre-terminated within the AC interface/transformer assembly and the opposite end is mated
Installation3–18 152315 Rev C4. Connect the neutral conductor at TB6. Connect the ground conductor at TB2. Terminations for the neutral and ground con
Wiring - Specific152315 Rev C 3–19PV Array ConnectionsTo make the connections from the PV Array/combiner to DC Interface enclosure:1. Remove the door
Installation3–20 152315 Rev CPC CommunicationsPersonal computers can be used to access the system status and programming features of the PV100S. A com
PC Communications152315 Rev C 3–21Establishing a POTS ConnectionTo connect a personal computer using the POTS Connection:1. Ensure the personal comput
About This Manual152315 Rev C vAbbreviations and AcronymsRelated InformationYou can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its
Installation3–22 152315 Rev CEstablishing Wireless ConnectionTo connect a personal computer using the GSM Wireless modem:1. Ensure the personal comput
PC Communications152315 Rev C 3–23Direct Connection The direct connection provides the means to use the features of the GUI by connecting a PC directl
Installation3–24 152315 Rev CFigure 3-22Direct Connect Installation5DB25-to-DB25 Gender Changer AdapterDB25/DB9 Serial CableRE232/FO Converter3
4VerificationChapter 4, “Verification” provides a checklist to ensure the installation of the PV100S is correct and complete.
Verification4–2 152315 Rev CVerification Procedure SummaryThe following procedures are intended to verify correct installation and proper wiring of th
Visual Inspection of Mechanical Connections152315 Rev C 4–3Visual Inspection of Mechanical ConnectionsTo perform a visual inspection of the PV100S mec
Verification4–4 152315 Rev CVisual Inspection, Isolation Transformer Wye/WyeTo perform a visual inspection of the Isolation Transformer Wye/Wye:Correc
ASchematicsAppendix A contains useful schematics to aid with installation.
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Appendix A Schematics152315 Rev C A-3Figure A-1Electrical Diagram (sample)
Schematics Appendix AA-4 152315 Rev CFigure A-2PV100S-480 Schematic for Main Power Distribution (152316 E1)
Appendix A Schematics152315 Rev C A-5Figure A-3PV100S-480 Schematic for Control Power Distribution (152316 E2)
Schematics Appendix AA-6 152315 Rev CFigure A-4PV100S-480 Schematic for Converter Control Unit (152316 E3)
Appendix A Schematics152315 Rev C A-7Figure A-5PV100S-208 Schematic Main Power Distribution (152376 C1)
Schematics Appendix AA-8 152315 Rev CFigure A-6PV100S-208 Schematic for Control Power Distribution (152376 C2)
Appendix A Schematics152315 Rev C A-9Figure A-7PV100S-208 Schematic for Converter Control Unit (152376 C3)
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AAbbreviations and Acronyms vAccess Doors 3 – 6Anchoring 2 – 13Array Grounding 3 – 13CCCU2 vCFM vChassis Grounds 3 – 13Clearance 2 – 2Communication 2
IndexIX–2 152315 Rev CRRemoving the Pallet 3 – 4SSafety viiTTorque and Wire Gauge Specifications 3 – 12UUFCU vUnloading 3 – 2Unpacking 3 – 3Utility Si
152315 Rev C viiImportant Safety InstructionsSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARDThis manual contains important safety instructions for the PV100S
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