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1. Position Description Status Explanation A Green LED glowing Operation flashing Grid connection conditions are not yet met B Red LED glowing Error Blue LED glowing Bluetooth communication is activated flashing The inverter has been identified via Sunny Explorer by setting the Find device parameter 66 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 10 2 Event Messages Messages During an update the relevant display message is shown in the text line of the display Message lt Inst code valid gt Description The SMA Grid Guard code entered is valid The configured country data setis now unlocked and can be changed If the configured country data set is protected the unlocking is valid for a maximum of 10 feed in hours lt No new update on the SD card gt There is no update file relevant for this inverter on the SD card or the available update has already been carried out lt Grid parameter unchanged gt The selected switch setting is not programmed or there is no country data set available on the SD card lt Parameters set successfully gt All parameters of the SD card e g country data set have been successfully adopted lt Reading SD Card gt The inverter is currently reading the SD card lt Set parameter gt The inverter sets the parameters of the SD card lt Update completed gt T
2. 4 3 DC switch disconnector The DC switch disconnector is optional If you have ordered the inverter with DC switch disconnector it will be pre installed in the inverter on delivery Using the DC switch disconnector you can manually close or interrupt the electric circuit between the PV array and the inverter The DC switch disconnector enables safe disconnection of the inverter from the PV array The disconnection takes place at all poles 4 4 Communication The inverter is equipped with a Bluetooth interface as standard A multifunction relay and an additional communication interface e g RS485 can be retrofitted The inverter can communicate with special SMA communication products e g data logger software or other inverters via the communication interfaces for information on supported communication products see www SMA de en You can only set the inverter s parameters using SMA communication products If you communicate via Bluetooth you can protect the inverter with a plant password for the user and a plant password for the installer All inverters are delivered with the same factory installed plant passwords You must change plant passwords using a communication product in order to protect the PV plant from unauthorised access If you do not communicate via Bluetooth deactivate the Bluetooth communication see Section 6 6 1 Bluetooth page 50 This protects your PV plant from unauthorised access e Variou
3. M The inverter is now protected against theft 26 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection 6 1 Safety J N NOTICE Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge Earth yourself before touching any components 6 2 Overview of the Connection Area A B C D Object Description DC lid Plug for connecting the optional multi function relay Plug for connecting the optional RS485 communication module Terminal for grid connection Switch for changing the display language to English for service purposes Rotary switch for setting the Bluetooth NetID Screw for releasing and raising the display Rotary switch for setting the country data set and the display language Slot for SD card for service purposes only Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 27 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG F Object Description A Jack for the handle of the DC switch disconnector B Enclosure opening M20 for the optional multif
4. Attach conical spring washer on the screw Here the grooved side of the conical spring washer must point to the screw head Tighten the screw torque 6 0 Nm V The teeth of the conical spring washer are pushed into the clamping bracket The conductive earthing cable is conductively connected to the enclosure Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 33 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 4 Connecting the PV Array DC 6 4 1 Conditions for DC Connection The inverter has 2 input areas A and B each with its own reverse current protection In total up to strings can be connected 1 34 Requirements for the PV modules of the connected strings Same type Same quantity of PV modules connected in series Identical alignment Identical tilt The connecting cables of the PV modules must be equipped with connectors The DC connectors for DC connection are included in the scope of delivery Use of Y adaptors Y adaptors must not be visible or freely accessible in close proximity to the inverter The DC electric circuit must not be interrupted by Y adaptors Observe the procedure for disconnecting the inverter as described in Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection Ift
5. Mount vertically or tilted backwards by max 15 The connection area must point downwards Never mount the device with a forward tilt Never mount the device with a sideways tilt Do not mount horizontally Mount the inverter at eye level Given the weight of the device this will facilitate disassembling if service work is necessary The ambient temperature should be below 40 C to ensure optimum operation Do not expose the inverter to direct solar irradiation as this can cause overheating and lead to power reduction In living areas do not mount the unit on plasterboard walls or similar in order to avoid audible vibrations When in operation the inverter emits noise which may be perceived as annoying in living areas Observe the recommended clearances to the walls as well as to other inverters or other objects as shown in the diagram This ensures adequate heat dissipation and sufficient room to operate the optional DC switch disconnector f multiple inverters are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures increase the clearances between the inverters and ensure an adequate fresh air supply This prevents a reduction in inverter power as a result of high temperatures details on temperature derating can be found in the Technical Information Temperature Derating at www SMA de en 22 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5 3 Mounti
6. AC Output Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz 15 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 15 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3 N PE 230 V 400 V AC voltage range 160 V 280 V Nominal AC current at 230 V 21 7A Maximum output current 24 0A Maximum short circuit current 50 Total harmonic factor of the output current with lt 2 6 total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 AC power gt 0 5 rated power Maximum residual output current 96 mA Rated power frequency 50 Hz AC power frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 50 Hz 44 Hz 55 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 60 Hz 54 Hz 65 Hz Displacement power factor adjustable 0 8 0 8 overexcited underexcited Feed in phases Connection phases Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 85 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664 1 III Depending on country setting Efficiency Maximum efficiency Nmax 98 5 European weighted efficiency ney 98 3 13 1 2 Sunny Tripower 15000TL High Efficiency DC Input Maximum DC power at cos 1 15 200 W Maximum input voltage 1 000 V MPP voltage range at 230 V AC 580 V 800 V Rated input voltage 580 V Minimum input voltage at 230 V AC 570 V Start input voltage 620 V Maximum input current 36A Maximum input current per string 36A Number of independent MPP inputs 1 Strings per MPP inp
7. PV Inverter SUNNY TRIPOWER 15000TL Economic Excellence SUNNY TRIPOWER 15000TL High Efficiency SUNNY TRIPOWER 20000TL Economic Excellence SUNNY TRIPOWER 20000TL High Efficiency Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN1 22222 IMEN STP2OTLHE Version 2 2 Cn SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 1 2 3 2 3 3 1 3 2 4 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 5 5 1 5 2 5 3 Information on this 7 A RR 7 Target Group e 7 Additional Information 7 Symbols Uli 8 Satefy sess seven one d alc t 9 Intended Lee osorno 9 Safety Precauti ns s u u ier dure eal da SES 10 Explanation of Symbols 11 Symbols o th lnverter ueteres hos da 11 Symbols on the Typerlabel so uu ns paid 11 Unpacking AE eae S 13 Seopevol Delivery a i ie dd aed 13 Identifying the Inverter 14 Product Description 15 Sunny Tripower o vywsrw oa ee aoe VER 15 Disp ay Mua Rd 16 DC 18 Communicqotion 18 Multi Function 19 Feed In Mo
8. N Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage If varistors are missing or defective the inverter is no longer protected against overvoltages Replacement varistors should be obtained as soon as possible n PV plants with a high risk of overvoltages never operate the inverter without varistors Check the varistors as described below l Disconnectthe inverter see Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock There is residual voltage in the inverter The inverter takes 20 minutes to discharge Wait 20 minutes before you open the upper enclosure lid or the DC lid CAUTION N Risk of burns due to hot components inside the inverter Wait until the components inside the inverter have cooled down 2 Loosen the screws of the upper enclosure lid For this purpose use an Allen key AF 4 3 Pull the enclosure lid forwards to remove it Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 77 Troubleshooting 4 Remove all varistors If you have not received an insertion tool for operating the terminals with your replacement varistors contact SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Use a multimeter to check all the varistors to see if there is a conductive connection between connectors 2 and 3 SMA Solar Technology AG Result M There
9. Outdoor The inverter 15 suitable for outdoor installation G TEZEICHEN Solar RAL quality mark for solar products The inverter complies with the requirements of the German Institute for Quality Assurance and Labelling Device class label The inverter is equipped with a wireless component that complies with the harmonised standards Certified safety The inverter complies with the requirements of the European Equipment and Product Safety Act Australian mark of conformity Korean mark of conformity Chinese mark of conformity STP2OTLHE IAIEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Unpacking 3 Unpacking 3 1 Scope of Delivery Check the delivery for completeness and for any visible external damage Contact your specialist dealer if the delivery is incomplete or you find any damage A B g se M N O R Object Quantity Description A 1 Sunny Tripower B 1 Handle of the DC switch disconnector 1 Back panel D 1 Installation manual including user manual document set with explanations and certificates supplementary sheet with the default settings Negative DC connector Positive DC connector 2 Sealing plugs Eye bolt M8 for securing the inverter to the back panel Cheese head screw M5x10 for attaching the enclosure to the back panel Cable gland for AC connection Counter nut
10. 4 2 Display The display shows the current operating data of the inverter e g status power input voltage as well as faults and disturbances SMA Solar Technology AG Position Description Explanation A Power Displays the current power B Day Displays the daily energy Total Displays the total amount of energy fed in until now D Active functions The symbols indicate which communication or power regulation functions are enabled E Phase assignment The phase assignment states the line conductor for which output current or output voltage 15 currently being displayed F Electricity grid event number Event number of a disturbance in the electricity grid G Output voltage output The display alternately shows the output voltage and current the output current of the line conductor The display automatically switches between the 3 connected line conductors H Inverter event number Event number of a device disturbance Input voltage input current The display alternately shows the input voltage and the input current of the inverter K PV array event number Event number of a disturbance in the PV array L Text line The text line shows event messages STP2OTLHE IAIEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description Position Description M Power and yield curve Explanation The diagram shows the changes in power ove
11. lt Waiting for grid voltage gt or Check AC installation Installation failure grid connection gt Adiust the connection as described Check grid and fuses gt Section 6 3 Connection to the The inverter has detected an error in the Electricity Grid AC page 29 AC cabling and cannot connect to the Check that the country setting is correct electricity grid The reason for this could I be an incorrect country setting the rotary switch see Section i 6 5 1 Checking the Country Data Set page 44 Via communication setting the parameter CntrySet or Set country standard 1501 lt Reconnection fault grid gt Check that the country setting is correct The measured voltage or frequency is Via the rotary switch see Section too high or too low for connection to the 6 5 1 Checking the Country Data electricity grid Set page 44 Possibly a changed country data set or Via communication setting the changed parameters do not correspond parameter CntrySet or Set to the local requirements for connecting country standard to the electricity grid Check whether the voltage and frequency of the electricity grid are within the limits of the configured country data set If individual parameters within a country data set have been changed re select the original country data set for the installation country 3301 lt Unstable operation gt Wait for more irradiation 3303 There is
12. 13 N PE PE to the AC terminal in accordance with the labelling To do this the PE insulated conductor must be 5 mm longer than the L and N insulated conductors LandN must not be swapped The direction of rotation of L1 L2 and L3 is not relevant CAUTION Danger of crushing when terminals snap shut The terminals close by snapping down fast and hard Press the terminals down with your thumb do not grip on either side of the terminal Keep fingers away from the terminals 32 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 11 Close all terminals of the AC terminal again until they snap into place H 12 Tighten the swivel nut firmly to the cable gland DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Do not switch on the miniature circuit breaker until the PV array has been connected and the inverter is securely closed 6 3 3 Connecting the Second Protective Conductor IF the installation requires the earth terminal can be used to connect a second protective conductor or as equipotential bonding 1 Take the clamping bracket cheese head screw M and conical spring washer 6 out of the accessory kit 2 Insert the stripped earthing cable D under the clamping bracket C maximum conductor cross section 16 mm V gt gt 0410 CUR AA 3 Fasten terminal
13. 58 DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the event of electricity grid failure If you set the inverter to Off Grid50 Island mode 50 Hz or Off Grid60 Island mode 60 Hz you may not operate the inverter on the electricity grid but only on the stand alone grid because the inverter does not then satisfy any country specific standards or directives If there is an electricity grid failure this prevents danger of backfeed If the inverter is set to Off Grid50 Island mode 50 Hz or Off Grid60 Island mode 60 Hz never operate the inverter directly on the electricity grid 2 Set the rotary switches A and B with a screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm to the desired position see table in Section 6 5 1 Checking the Country Data Set page 44 E Temporarily setting the display language 1 to English set the display language to English push the left switch 1 up until it locks into place Use an object with a small tip e g a ballpoint pen to do this To reset the display language back to the original language push the left switch 1 down until it locks into place Use an object with a small tip e g a ballpoint pen to do this 3 Commission the inverter see Section 7 Commissioning page 55 Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 49 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 6 Communication 6 6 1 Bluetooth Communication via Bluetooth with a communication product is ac
14. 6 4 EN50438 Spanish Yes 6 5 EN50438 Greek Yes 6 EN50438 Czech Yes 6 Z 50438 Portuguese Yes 6 8 EN50438 Bulgarian Yes 6 9 EN50438 Polish Yes 7 4 PPDS Czech Yes Czech Republic 7 5 PPDS English Yes Czech Republic 7 PPDS German Yes Czech Republic 7 8 10 11 French Yes Belgium Z 9 10 11 English Yes Belgium 7 10 11 German Yes Belgium A O MVtg Directive German Yes Germany A 1 MVtgDirective English Yes Flexible 2 MVtgbDirective French Yes France 3 MVtg Directive Spanish Yes Spain A 4 MVtg Directive Czech Yes Czech Republic A 5 4777 English Yes Israel B O MVtg Directive int German Yes Germany B 1 MVitg Directive int English Yes Flexible B 2 MVtgDirective int French Yes France B 3 MVtgDirective int Spanish Yes Spain B 4 MVtgDirective int Czech Yes Czech Republic B 8 1EC61727 MEA English No Thailand B IEC61727 PEA English No Thailand C O Customer English No Flexible C l Customer German No Flexible 2 Customer French No Flexible 46 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection A B Country data set Display language SMA Grid Guard Country protection C 3 Customer Spanish No Flexible C 4 Customer Italian No Flexible C 5 Customer Greek No Flexible C Customer Czech No Flexibl
15. Conditions According to IEC 60721 3 4 installation type C class Extended temperature range 25 C 60 C Extended humidity range 0 100 Extended air pressure range 79 5 kPa 106 kPa According to IEC 60721 3 4 transport type E class 2K3 Temperature range 25 C 70 C 13 6 Features DC connection SUNCLIX DC connector AC Connection spring clamp terminal Display LC graphic display Bluetooth standard RS485 galvanically isolated optional Multifunction relay optional 13 7 Torque Upper enclosure lid screws 6 0 Nm Lower enclosure lid screws 2 0 Nm Screws in the handle of the DC switch 2 0 Nm disconnector Additional earth terminal 6 0 Nm Cheese head screws 5 10 for securing the 6 0 Nm enclosure to the back panel SUNCLIX swivel nut 2 0 Nm RS485 communication connection 1 5 Nm Multifunction relay fastening screw 1 5 Nm optional 13 8 Distribution systems TN C system suitable TN S system suitable TN C S system suitable TT system suitable Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 91 92 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 13 9 Data Storage Capacity Daily energy yield performance 63 days Daily yields 30 years Event messages for users 250 events Event messages for installers 250 events STP2OTLHE IAIEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA So
16. Installation Manual 2 1 22222 47 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 5 2 Extension of the Deactivation Limits The deactivation criteria voltage frequency are specified via country parameters The inverters have the additional country data set MVtgDirective Medium Voltage Directive Germany This parameter expands the deactivation limits of the inverter for voltage and frequency to a maximum minimum This country setting may only be selected if the plant or the inverter is operated with external three phase decoupling protection which will automatically disconnect the inverter from the electricity grid if non permissible voltage and frequency values occur Device protection is still guaranteed DANGER Electric shock due to missing external decoupling protection If you set the country data set MVtgDirective Medium Voltage Directive Germany you may only operate the inverter with external 3 phase decoupling protection Without external three phase decoupling protection the inverter will not disconnect from the electricity grid when the standard requirement is exceeded Install external 3 phase decoupling protection 48 STP2OTLHE A IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 5 3 Setting the country data set and language using rotary switches 1 Disconnect the inverter see Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page
17. case a change to parameters is not locked automatically after 10 feed in hours but has to be locked manually To manually lock the parameters set the SMA Grid Guard Code to 54321 Further information on parameter settings 1 For detailed information on making adjustments and changing parameters see the corresponding user manual for your communication product The last change executed via rotary switch or communication product is always verified and activated if applicable Consequently the switch position may not necessarily show the actual country configuration Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 43 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 5 1 Checking the Country Data Set Make sure that the inverter is set to the installation country Before commissioning Check that the country data set of the inverter is correct by using the supplementary sheet provided and comparing this to the default settings of the inverter After commissioning Check that the country data set is correct using the display message during re commissioning see Section 7 Commissioning page 55 Check that the country data set is correct by tapping the display twice and viewing the display messages of the startup phase again or Check that the country data set is correct using the SMA grid guard measurement channel via an SMA communication product A Display language Once you have configured the country da
18. category as per IEC 60664 1 Depending on country setting Efficiency Maximum efficiency Nmax 99 0 European weighted efficiency 98 7 13 2 General Data Width x height x depth with handle of DC switch disconnector 665 mm x 680 mm x 265 mm Weight 45 kg Length x width x height of packaging 780 mm x 380 mm x 790 mm Transport weight 53 kg Climatic category according to IEC 60721 3 4 Operating temperature range 25 C 60 C Maximum permissible value for relative humidity non 100 condensing Maximum operating altitude above Mean Sea Level 3 000 m Noise emission typical lt 40 dB A Power loss in night operation lt 1W Topology Transformerless Cooling concept OptiCool temperature controlled fan Fan connection Designed for safe disconnection in accordance with DIN EN 62109 1 Protection rating according to IEC 60529 IP65 Protection class according to IEC 62103 Strain relief category of the cable glands according to A EN 50262 optional Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 89 Technical Data 13 3 Protective Devices SMA Solar Technology AG DC reverse polarity protection Short circuit diode Protection against module reverse currents Diode Input side load disconnect unit DC switch disconnector Utilisation category of the DC switch disconnector DC 21B DC ove
19. connectors see Section 12 1 Dismantling the Inverter page 81 4 In order to seal the inverter all unneeded DC inputs must be closed with DC connectors and sealing plugs e Sealing plugs Do not insert the sealing plugs directly into the DC inputs on the inverter Forunused DC plug connectors push down the clamping bracket and push the swivel nut up to the thread Insert the sealing plug into the DC connector Fasten the DC connector torque 2 0 Nm 40 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology Electrical Connection Insert the DC connectors with sealing plugs into the corresponding DC inputs on the inverter M The DC connectors click audibly into position 5 Ensure that all DC connectors are securely in place M You can now commission the inverter as described in Section 7 Commissioning page 55 The following connections and settings are optional Installation Manual STP2OTLHEIA IEN 122222 41 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 5 Setting the Country Data Set and Display Language The inverter can be configured for various countries This can be done prior to commissioning via 2 rotary switches on the display or after commissioning by configuring the CntrySet or Set country standard parameter using a communication product e g Sunny WebBox or Sunny Explorer For devices ordered without any speci
20. ees 66 Event Messages 67 Etre testas oa Tutus ii be 68 Troubleshooting 75 Checking the PV Array for Earth Faults 75 Checking the Function of the Varistors 77 81 Dismantling the 81 Replacing the Enclosure lid 82 Packing the Inverler 84 Storing the 84 Disposing of the 84 Technical Data ere RE 85 os ee eee oie fis oe NE 85 SUNNY TRIPOWER 150001 Economic Excellence 85 Sunny Tripower 15000TL High 86 Sunny Tripower 20000TL Economic 87 Sunny Tripower 20000TL High 88 General DLL rte 89 Protective Devices ke HORS 90 RO 90 Climatic 91 A Yau 91 Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 5 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG RBZ o eS tai tat fte Od pst 91 1388 Distribution sysfems ____ _ 91 13 9 Data Storage Copocily 9
21. for cable gland at AC connection Clamping bracket 6 for additional earthing Cheese head screw M for earth terminal Conical spring washer 6 for earth terminal o Cheese head screws M5x20 for upper enclosure lid replacement Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 13 Unpacking SMA Solar Technology AG Object Quantity Description Q 2 Conical spring washers M5 for upper enclosure lid replacement R 1 Jumper cable for deactivating the reverse current protection optional 3 2 Identifying the Inverter You can identify the inverter by the type label The type label is located on the right hand side of the enclosure The serial number Serial No and the type Type Model of the inverter as well as device specific characteristics are specified on the type label 14 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description 4 Product Description 4 1 Sunny Tripower The Sunny Tripower is a PV inverter which converts the direct current ofthe PV array to grid compliant alternating current and performs three phase feed in into the electricity grid Position Description A Type label B Ventilation grid LEDs D Display E DC switch disconnector F Lower enclosure lid G Upper enclosure lid optional Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 15 Product Description
22. included in the regular scope of delivery You can only set the operating parameters of the inverter via SMA communication products You can set the country data set of the inverter via the two rotary switches in the inverter only prior to commissioning or within the first ten operating hours Display of parameters 1 Depending on the type of communication RS485 or Bluetooth the parameters and messages are displayed differently on the communication products Example of how the country data set parameter is displayed For communication with RS485 CntrySet parameter f you are using Bluetooth parameter Set country standard Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 51 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 7 Activating and Deactivating the Reverse Current Protection at Input Area A The reverse current protection is activated upon delivery If you are using both input areas the reverse current protection must be activated at both input areas If you are using only input area A you can deactivate the reverse current protection at input area A which will slightly increase the inverter efficiency The reverse current protection at input area B cannot be deactivated The procedure for deactivating and reactivating the reverse current protection at input area A is described below Requirements for deactivating the reverse current protection Input area B must not be used The reverse curren
23. not enough power at the DC f this event recurs at medium input of the inverter for stable operation irradiation check the PV plant design This may be caused by snow on the PV and correct the circuitry of the PV array modules 70 STP2OTLHE A IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Messages lt Check generator gt The inverter has detected a residual current through brief earthing of the PV array Event no Display message and cause Corrective measures 3401 lt DC overvoltage gt Immediately disconnect the lt Disconnect generator gt inverter from the PV array as The DC input voltage connected to the described in Section 8 inverter is too high Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 The inverter may otherwise be destroyed Check the DC voltage of the strings for adherence to the maximum input voltage of the inverter before reconnecting the inverter to the PV array 3501 lt Insulation resist gt Check the strings for earth faults as lt Check generator gt described in Section 11 1 Checking The inverter has detected an earth fault in the PV Array for Earth Faults the PV array page 75 installer of the PV array must remedy the earth faults before you re connect the affected string 3601 lt High discharge curr gt Check the strings for earth faults as lt Check generator gt described in Section 11 1 Checking The leakage
24. work can be carried out 60 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 9 Maintenance and Cleaning 9 1 Cleaning the Inverter If the inverter is dirty clean the enclosure lid the display and the LEDs with clear water and a cloth only 9 2 Checking Heat Dissipation If the inverter regularly reduces its power due to excessive heat temperature symbol on the display illuminates this may be due to one of the following reasons The ventilation grids on the sides are clogged with dirt Clean the ventilation grids as described in the following One of the fans is clogged The inverter has 2 integrated fans for cooling One of these is located at the bottom of the inverter next to the connection area and the other on the lefthand side of the enclosure under the ventilation grid If the fan enclosure is just covered in loose dust you can clean it with a vacuum cleaner If you do not achieve satisfactory results with a vacuum cleaner you can dismantle the fan for cleaning as described in the following sections 9 2 1 Cleaning the Ventilation Grids The inverter takes cooling air in from underneath on the left side and blows it out again through the ventilation grids at the top Clean the ventilation grids if they are dirty NOTICE Risk of damage to the inverter through intrusion of insects The ventilation grids must not be removed permanently because o
25. 00TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 no longer fulfil the requirements of the EMC Directive Directive on the electromagnetic compatibility of a device and will forfeit their operating licence Contact the SMA Service Line if one or more EMC seals is missing 7 Prescrew the upper enclosure lid of your inverter to the replacement device with the 6 enclosure lid screws and corresponding conical spring washers and then tighten them in the sequence shown on the right torque 6 0 Nm For this purpose use an Allen key AF 4 The toothing of the conical spring washers must point towards the enclosure lid The scope of delivery of the inverter includes a spare screw and conical spring washer DANGER Danger to life due to live enclosure lid The earthing of the upper enclosure lid is ensured by the toothed conical spring washers Forall screws attach the conical spring washers with the toothing facing towards the enclosure lid Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 83 SMA Solar Technology Decommissioning Screw the lower enclosure lid of your inverter onto the replacement device 9 Now attach the two transport lids of the replacement device to your inverter in the same manner Your inverter is now ready to be sent back to SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Mount and connect the replacement device see Section 5 3 Mounting the Inverter page 23 and Section 6 Electrical Connection page 27 12 3 Packing
26. 2 14 Accessories Lovan 93 15 Contact uis oy Oe EH oO CORRI GR HES 94 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Information on this Manual 1 Information on this Manual 1 1 Validity This manual describes the procedure for mounting installation commissioning maintenance and troubleshooting of the following SMA inverters Sunny Tripower 15000TL Economic Excellence STP 15000TLEE 10 Sunny Tripower 15000TL High Efficiency STP 15000TLHE 10 Sunny Tripower 20000TL Economic Excellence STP 20000TLEE 10 Sunny Tripower 20000TL High Efficiency STP 20000TLHE 10 Store this manual where it will be accessible at all times 1 2 Target Group This manual is for the use of electrically skilled persons The tasks described in this manual may performed by electrically skilled persons only 1 3 Additional Information You will find further information on special topics such as designing a miniature circuit breaker or the description of the parameters and measured values at www SMA de en Refer to the user manual provided for detailed information on how to operate the inverter Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 7 Information on this Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1 4 Symbols Used The following types of safety precautions and general information appear in this document 1 DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or
27. 8 2 13 1 4 Sunny Tripower 20000TL High Efficiency DC Input Maximum DC power at cos 1 20 300 W Maximum input voltage 1 000 V MPP voltage range at 230 V AC 580 V 800 V Rated input voltage 580 V Minimum input voltage at 230 V AC 570 V Start input voltage 620 V Maximum input current 36A Maximum input current per string 36A Number of independent MPP inputs 1 Strings per MPP input 6 The maximum open circuit voltage which can occur at cell temperature 10 must not exceed the maximum input voltage AC Output Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz 20 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 20 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3 N PE 230 V 400 V AC voltage range 160 V 280 V Nominal AC current at 230 V 29 A Maximum output current 29 A Maximum short circuit current 50 Total harmonic factor of the output current with lt 2 6 total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 AC power gt 0 5 rated power Maximum residual output current 96 mA 88 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Rated power frequency 50 Hz AC power frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 50 Hz 44 Hz 55 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 60 Hz 54 Hz 65 Hz Displacement power factor adjustable 0 8 0 8 overexcited underexcited Feed in phases 3 Connection phases 3 Overvoltage
28. Line SMA de 94 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Legal Restrictions The information contained in this document is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG Publishing its content either partially or in full requires the written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG Any internal company copying of the document for the purposes of evaluating the product or its correct implementation is allowed and does not require permission SMA Factory Warranty The current warranty conditions come enclosed with your device These are also available online at www SMA Solar com and can be downloaded and are available on paper from the usual sales channels if required Trademarks All trademarks are recognized even if these are not marked separately Missing designations do not mean that a product or brand is not a registered trademark The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by SMA Solar Technology AG is under licence QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED SMA Solar Technology AG Sonnenallee 1 34266 Niestetal Germany Tel 49 561 9522 0 Fax 49 561 9522 100 www SMA de E Mail info SMA de 2004 to 2012 SMA Solar Technology AG All rights reserved Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 95 SMA Solar Technology SMA Solar Technology AG www SMA de SMA America LLC www SMA America com SMA Technol
29. Section 15 to the grid Contact page 94 7311 Update language table failed gt Retry update An internal device fault that does not If this fault occurs again contact the prevent the inverter from feeding power SMA Service Line see Section 15 to the grid Contact page 94 7401 lt Varistor defective gt Check the varistors as described in At least one of the thermally monitored Section 1 2 Checking the Function of varistors is defective the Varistors page 77 7702 lt Self diagnosis gt or Contact the SMA Service Line 7703 lt Interference device gt see Section 15 Contact page 94 8001 lt Derating occurred gt If this event occurs frequently The power supplied by the inverter has been reduced to below the nominal power for more than 10 minutes due to excessive temperature Ensure sufficient ventilation Check heat dissipation as described in Section 9 2 Checking Heat Dissipation page 61 Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 73 Messages SMA Solar Technology AG Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 8801 The display is blank The inverter Wait until the temperature has risen 8803 continues feeding into the electricity grid above 25 C This error have the following causes Contact the SMA Service Line ambient temperature is so low see Section 15 Contact page 94 that the display disconnec
30. ameter file not found or defective gt the parameter file into the SD card drive PARASET directory 72 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Messages Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 7105 lt Param setting failed gt Check the parameters of the SD card for valid values Ensure change rights via SMA Grid Guard code 7106 lt Update file defect gt Reformat the SD card Resave the files to the SD card 7110 lt No update file found gt Copy the update file into the SD card drive UPDATE directory 7201 lt Data stor not poss gt Ifthis fault occurs often contact the 7202 An internal device fault that does not SMA Service Line see Section 15 prevent the inverter from feeding power Contact page 94 to the grid 7303 lt Update main CPU failed gt Contact the SMA Service Line Internal device fault see Section 15 Contact page 94 7305 lt Update RS4851 module failed gt Retry update An internal device fault that does not If this fault occurs again contact the prevent the inverter from feeding power SMA Service Line see Section 15 to the grid Contact page 94 7307 Update Bluetooth failed gt Retry update An internal device fault that does not Ifthis fault occurs again contact the prevent the inverter from feeding power SMA Service Line see
31. and disconnect all DC connectors To do this insert a flat blade screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into one of the side slots and pull the DC connectors straight out Do NOT PULL ON THE CABLE All DC connectors are now disconnected from the inverter The inverter is entirely disconnected from the PV array 7j 3 If connected remove all communication cables from the inverter CAUTION Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts Wait 30 minutes for the enclosure to cool down before disassembling 4 Screw off all projecting cable glands 5 If necessary open the anti theft lock 6 Remove the inverter from the back panel and remove the back panel from the mounting surface Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 81 Decommissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 12 2 Replacing the Enclosure Lid In the event of a fault your inverter may need to be replaced If this is the case you will receive a replacement device fitted with transport lids DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock During operation there are high voltages in the inverter Do not operate the inverter without the upper and lower enclosure lid during operation Remove jumper cable l 1 If you have deactivated the reverse current protection ot input area by means of the jumper cable you must remove the jumper cable before sending the inverter back to SMA Solar Technology AG Pr
32. current from the inverter and the PV Array for Earth Faults the PV array is too high page 75 This can be caused by a sudden earth The installer of the PV array must fault a residual current or a device remedy the earth faults before you malfunction re connect the affected string The inverter interrupts feed in operation immediately after exceeding a limiting value and then automatically re connects to the electricity grid 3701 lt Resid curr too high gt Check the strings for earth faults as described in Section 11 1 Checking the PV Array for Earth Faults page 75 The installer of the PV array must remedy the earth faults before you re connect the affected string Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 71 Messages SMA Solar Technology AG Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 3801 lt DC overcurrent gt If this event occurs frequently lt Check generator gt Check the design and the circuitry of On the DC side of the inverter an the PV array overcurrent has been detected and the inverter has briefly interrupted feed in 3901 lt Waiting for DC start conditions gt Wait for more irradiation 3902 lt Start cond not met gt If necessary increase the voltage limit The input power or input voltage of the for the start of feed in if the event occurs PV modules is insufficient for feeding into frequently in the morning paramete
33. d input voltage 580 V Minimum input voltage at 230 V AC 570 V Start input voltage 620 V Maximum input current 36A Maximum input current per string 36A Number of independent MPP inputs 1 Strings per MPP input 6 The maximum open circuit voltage which can occur at temperature 10 must not exceed the maximum input voltage AC Output Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz 20 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 20 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3 N PE 230 V 400 V AC voltage range 160 V 280 V Nominal AC current at 230 V 29 A Maximum output current 29 A Maximum short circuit current 50 Total harmonic factor of the output current with lt 2 6 total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 AC power gt 0 5 rated power Maximum residual output current 96 mA Rated power frequency 50 Hz AC power frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 87 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Operating range at AC power frequency 50 Hz 44 Hz 55 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 60 Hz 54 Hz 65 Hz Displacement power factor adjustable 0 8 overexcited 0 8 underexcited Feed in phases 3 Connection phases 3 Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664 1 Il Depending on country setting Efficiency Maximum efficiency Nmax 98 5 European weighted efficiency 9
34. e D 0 OftGrid60 English No Flexible D 1 Off Grid60 Flexible D 2 OffGrid60 French No Flexible 3 OfFGrid 0 Spanish No Flexible D 4 OffGrid60 Italian No Flexible D 5 OffGrid60 Greek No Flexible D 6 OffGrid60 Czech No Flexible E 0 OftGrid50 English No Flexible E 1 OffGrid50 German No Flexible E 2 OffGrid50 French No Flexible 3 OffGrid50 Spanish No Flexible E 4 OffGrid50 Italian No Flexible E 5 OffGrid50 Greek No Flexible E 6 OffGrid50 Czech No Flexible 0 SD Card SD Card No Flexible a Setting in accordance with VDE AR N 4105 for PV plants gt 13 8 kVA Germany b Special setting Bluetooth transmission power reduced in accordance with French standards c Setting according to 0 21 for PV plants with external grid and plant protection gt 6 kVA Italy Planned If the inverter is not set to the installation country there are several ways of configuring the required country data set Setting via 2 rotary switches as described in Section 6 5 3 Setting the country data set and language using rotary switches page 49 Alternatively you can conduct the settings via the CntrySet or Set country standard parameters with a communication product once you have commissioned the inverter If you require adjusted parameter settings for your installation site you can change these with the help of a communication product
35. e cannot be reconnected 3 If an integrated or external DC switch disconnector is connected switch it off Wait until the LEDs display and if applicable fault indicator have gone out 5 If a DC switch disconnector is installed pull the handle out For this purpose use an Allen key F 3 58 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 6 Loosen all six captive screws of the enclosure lid 7 lift and remove the enclosure lid from below 8 Ensure that L1 L2 and L3 are disconnected from voltage sources to N For this purpose use a test probe with a maximum diameter of 2 mm Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 59 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Ensure that L1 L2 and L3 are disconnected from voltage sources to PE 10 Ifa multifunction relay is installed in the inverter ensure that it is disconnected from all voltage sources as follows Release the screw of the display and flip the display up until it clicks into place Ensure that all terminals of the multifunction relay are disconnected from voltage sources to PE DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock There is residual voltage in the inverter Wait 20 minutes before opening the upper enclosure lid Do not open the DC lid The inverter is now dead and
36. e power frequency The power frequency is not within the and observe how often major permissible range The inverter deviations occur disconnects from the electricity grid for If there are frequent fluctuations and this error safety reasons occurs as a result ask your network operator if it would be acceptable to change the operating parameters Discuss the proposed parameters with the SMA Service Line 601 lt Grid fault gt Check the grid connection for direct The internal monitoring function of the inverter has detected an excessively high proportion of direct current in the line current current Ifthis event occurs often check with the network operator whether it is possible to raise the limiting value for monitoring 701 lt Frequency not permitted gt lt Check parameter gt The power frequency is outside the permissible range The inverter disconnects from the electricity grid for safety reasons As far as possible check the power frequency and observe how often major fluctuations occur If there are frequent fluctuations and this error occurs as a result ask your network operator if it would be acceptable to change the operating parameters Discuss the proposed parameters with the SMA Service Line Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 69 Messages SMA Solar Technology AG Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 1302
37. fied country of installation the default country setting 15 VDE AR N4 105 HP and the display language is set to German Both rotary switches are set to O upon delivery If you have ordered the inverter with specific country settings they will have already been preset at the factory via a communication product In this case you will not be able to recognise the current setting by the switch position If changes are made via the rotary switches or via a communication product the default grid parameters are overwritten They cannot be restored and must be re entered via a communication product The display language can be changed at any time using the rotary switches independent of the grid parameters This means that the default grid parameters remain unchanged but the display messages are shown in the set language Changes will be accepted immediately after switching the miniature circuitbreaker on If an unprogrammed switch setting is selected the inverter displays an error message The last valid setting is retained 42 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection SMA Grid Guard Protected Country Data Sets In some countries the local connection conditions demand a mechanism which prevents the parameters for the feed in from being changed Therefore certain country data sets are protected against unau
38. he enclosure against removal Only tighten the eye bolt hand tight 8 In order to secure the enclosure to the back panel fasten the underside of the enclosure with the two M5x10 cheese head screws supplied torque 6 0 9 Check to ensure that the inverter is securely in place M The inverter is now securely mounted to the wall If the inverter is not to be connected immediately re attach the lower enclosure lid Dock the lower enclosure lid at an angle and attach The captive screws must protrude Prescrew all six screws and then tighten them in the sequence shown on the right torque 2 0 Nm Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 25 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG Optional Anti Theft Protection To protect the inverter from theft you can secure it to the back panel with a padlock The padlock must meet the following requirements AD Size A 6 8 mm diameter B B 23 29 mm gt n C 23 mm 28 mm D 39 mm 50 mm D L E 13 mm 18 mm Stainless lt D gt Hardened shackle Secured lock cylinder v Storage of the key 1 Keep the key in a safe place in case it is needed for service purposes 1 Put the shackle of the padlock through the eye of the previously mounted eye bolt and close the padlock
39. he fan through use of compressed air Do not use compressed air to clean the fan This could damage the fan 9 After cleaning reassemble everything in reverse order 10 Checkthe function of the fans as described in Section 9 2 4 Checking the Fans page 65 9 2 4 Checking the Fans Checking the fans 1 To test the fans you will need a special data capture device e g Sunny WebBox a PC with appropriate software e g Sunny Explorer in order to change the parameters of the inverter You will also need the installer password to access the installer mode 1 Enter the installer password 2 Set the parameters CoolSys FanTst or Fan test to On in the installer mode Check the air flow in both fans The inverter takes cooling air in from underneath on the left side and blows it out again through the ventilation grids at the top Listen for any unusual noise which could indicate incorrect installation or a fault in the fans 4 After the test set the parameter CoolSys FanTst or Fan test back to the Off position M The fan test is now complete Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 65 Messages SMA Solar Technology AG 10 Messages No display messages if no DC voltage present Measurements and the display of messages are only possible when there is sufficient DC voltage green LED flashes or glows 10 1 LED Signals Position of the LEDs
40. he inverter has successfully completed the update lt Update Bluetooth gt The inverter is updating the Bluetooth component lt Update display gt The inverter is updating the display lt Update main CPU gt The inverter is updating the inverter component lt Update communication gt The inverter is updating the communication component lt Update 4851 module gt The inverter is updating the RS485 communication interface lt Update language table gt The inverter is updating the language table lt Update file OK gt The update file found is valid Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 67 Messages 10 3 Error Messages SMA Solar Technology AG The text line on the display shows the relevant display messages whenever an error occurs The event numbers for the displayed error messages will appear in the text line By tapping on the enclosure lid you can scroll through multi line messages If the error exists over a long period of time the red LED lights up and the multi function relay is activated In addition depending on the severity of the disturbance the spanner or telephone receiver symbol on the display will light up Spanner signifies a disturbance which can be remedied on site see table below elephone receiver signifies device failure Teleph gnifies d fail Contact the SMA Service Line The li
41. he inverter is not equipped with a DC switch disconnector but this is mandatory in the country of installation install an external DC switch disconnector The following limit values at the DC input of the inverter must not be exceeded Maximum input voltage Maximum input current 1 000 V DC 36 A DC No mixed connections between input areas 1 For instance if the positive pole of a string is connected at input area and the negative pole of the same string is connected at input area this is called a mixed connection Only connect strings at 1 input area and never mix the input areas A and Otherwise the inverter no longer fulfills the requirements of the EMC Directive Directive on the electromagnetic compatibility of a device and forfeits its operation licence Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 35 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 4 2 Assembling the DC Connectors For connection to the inverter all connection cables of the PV modules must be equipped with the DC connectors provided To assemble the DC connectors proceed as follows Ensure the connectors have the correct polarity The DC connectors have the symbols and Cable requirements Use a PV1 F cable Procedure 1 Lead the stripped cable all the way into the plug 2 Press the clamping bracket down The clamping bracket snaps audibly into place 36 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Ins
42. internal plugs in the inverter 8 Remove the fan and clean it with a soft brush a paint brush or a cloth and water AN NOTICE o Damage to the fan through use of compressed air Do not use compressed air to clean the fan This could damage the fan 9 After cleaning reassemble everything in reverse order 10 Check the function of the fan as described in Section 9 2 4 Checking the Fans page 65 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 63 Installation Manual Maintenance and Cleaning SMA Solar Technology AG 9 2 3 Cleaning the Fan on the Left hand Side of the Inverter Enclosure 1 Disconnect the inverter as described in Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 2 Turn the rotary fastener of the ventilation grid in the direction of the arrow until the notch is in a vertical position 3 Remove the ventilation grid 4 Wait for the fan to stop rotating 5 Press the latches together towards the middle 6 Remove the fan by pulling it slowly and carefully out sideways 64 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning 7 Release and remove the plug The fan cables are long enough to let you lift the fan out sufficiently to disconnect the internal plugs in the inverter 8 Remove the fan and clean it with a soft brush a paint brush or a cloth and water NOTICE o N y Damage to t
43. inverter High voltages which may cause electric shocks are present in the conductive parts of the inverter Prior to performing any work on the inverter disconnect the inverter on the AC and DC sides see Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 CAUTION N Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts During operation the upper enclosure lid and the enclosure body may become hot Only touch the lower enclosure lid during operation PV array earthing Comply with the local regulations for earthing the modules and the PV array SMA Solar Technology AG recommends connecting the array frame and other electrically conductive surfaces so that there is continuous conduction and earthing them in order to ensure maximum protection for property and persons 10 STP2OTLHE A IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Safety 2 3 Explanation of Symbols 2 3 1 Symbols on the Inverter Symbol Explanation Operation display Indicates the operating state of the inverter A disturbance has occurred Read section 11 Troubleshooting page 75 to the disturbance SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology Shows the status of Bluetooth communication Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter N ge There is residual voltage the inverter The inverter takes 20 minutes to E discharge Wait 20 min
44. inverter is connected in parallel to the same miniature circuit breaker the protective function of the miniature circuitbreaker is no longer guaranteed It can result in a cable fire or destruction of the inverter Never connect multiple inverters to the same miniature circuit breaker Observe the maximum permissible fuse protection of the inverter when selecting the miniature circuitbreaker DANGER Danger to life due to fire When a generator inverter and a load are connected to the same miniature circuit breaker the protective function of the miniature circuitbreaker is no longer guaranteed The current from the inverter and the electricity grid can accumulate to overcurrents which are not detected by the miniature circuit breaker Never connect loads between the inverter and the miniature circuit breaker without fuse protection Always protect loads separately NOTICE o N Damage to the inverter caused by use of screw type fuses as load disconnect i units A screw type fuse e g DIAZED fuse or NEOZED fuse is not a switch disconnector and thus may not be used as a load disconnection unit A screw type fuse only acts as cable protection If the inverter is disconnected under load using a screw type fuse the inverter may be damaged Use only a switch disconnector or a miniature circuit breaker as a load disconnection unit 30 STP2O0TLHE AMEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Sola
45. ior to returning your inverter to SMA Solar Technology AG you must replace the upper and lower enclosure lids of your inverter with the corresponding transport lids DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock After disconnecting the inverter there is residual voltage in the inverter The inverter takes 20 minutes to discharge Wait 20 minutes before you open the upper enclosure lid or the DC lid 1 Disassemble the inverter as described in Section 12 1 Dismantling the Inverter page 81 2 Loosen the screws of the upper enclosure lid For this purpose use an Allen key AF 4 3 Pull the upper enclosure lid forwards to remove it Remove the two transport lids from the replacement device in the same manner 5 If in place remove the jumper cable for deactivating the reverse current protection and install it in the replacement device see 6 7 Activating and Deactivating the Reverse Current Protection at Input Area A page 52 82 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning 6 For STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 Make sure that all 4 EMC seals are present in the upper enclosure lid and that they are correctly positioned The metal braiding of the EMC seals must point outwards seals 1 EMC seals are only installed in inverters of type STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 Without EMC seals the STP 150
46. ircuitbreaker is of the correct size 2 Dock the lower enclosure lid at an angle and attach The captive screws must protrude 3 Pre screw all six screws and then tighten them in the sequence shown on the right torque 2 0 Nm For this purpose use an Allen key AF 3 4 If an external DC switch disconnector is installed switch it off Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 55 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 5 If the inverter is equipped with an integrated DC switch disconnector plug the handle in and switch it on Set handle of the DC switch disconnector to position so that the captive screws are visible in the handle Align the handle of the DC switch disconnector in such a way that the sharp side of the handle points to the left Insert the handle of the DC switch disconnector in the socket on the bottom of the inverter To do this the switch position must be visible from the front Secure the handle of the DC switch uy disconnector with the 2 captive screws torque 2 Nm For this purpose use an Allen key AF 3 Switch on the DC switch disconnector 6 Switch on the miniature circuit breaker M Green LED is lit commissioning was successful or M Green LED flashes if irradiation is insufficient grid connection conditions have not yet been reached Wait for sufficient irradiation or V Red LED is lit a disturbance has occurred Eliminate the e
47. is a conductive connection Measure The varistor is functional Presumably there is a different error in the inverter Proceed to step 8 Contact the SMA Service Line see Section 15 Contact page 94 There is no conductive connection The respective varistor is defective and must be replaced Varistor failure is due to influences which affect all varistors similarly temperature age induced overvoltages SMA Solar Technology AG recommends replacing all varistors The varistors are specially manufactured for use in the inverter and are not commercially available You must order replacement varistors directly from SMA Solar Technology AG see Section 14 Accessories page 93 Only use original varistors that are sold by SMA Solar Technology AG Toreplace the varistors proceed to step 78 STP2O0TLHEAHEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 6 Insert an insertion tool into the openings of the terminal contacts 7 Insert new varistors into the slots as shown in the drawing at right Here the labelling must point to the front i e towards the insertion tool 8 For STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 Make sure that all 4 EMC seals are present in the upper enclosure lid and that they are correctly positioned The metal braiding of the EMC seals must point outwards EMC seals 1 EMC seals are only installed in inver
48. lar Technology AG 14 Accessories Accessories You will find the corresponding accessories and spare parts for your product in the following overview If required you can order these from SMA Solar Technology AG or your specialist dealer retrofitting in PV inverters Description Brief description SMA order number Replacement varistors Set of thermally monitored STP TV9 varistors 3 units RS485 retrofit kit RS485 interface DM 485CB 10 Multifunction relay Multifunction relay for MFRO1 10 Ventilation grid 1 ventilation grid as spare part 45 10899080 SUNCLIX DC plug connector Field plug for conductor cross sections of 2 5 mm 6 mm SUNCLIX FC6 SET Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 93 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG 15 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products contact the SMA Service Line We need the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance Inverter device type Inverter serial number Type and number of the PV modules connected A digit event number or display message of the inverter Installation location Optional equipment e g communication products Confirmation of whether or not a multifunction relay is used SMA Solar Technology AG Sonnenallee 1 34266 Niestetal Germany www SMA de SMA Service Line Inverters 49 561 9522 1499 Communication 49 561 9522 2499 Fax 49 561 9522 4699 E Mail Service
49. n Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting 11 1 Checking the PV Array for Earth Faults If the inverter displays event numbers 3501 3601 or 3701 there is a high probability of an earth fault in the PV array Check the strings for earth faults as described below l Disconnectthe inverter as described in Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 DANGER Danger to life due to live PV array Only touch the cables of the PV array by their insulation Do not connect strings with earth faults to the inverter NOTICE o N Excessive voltages can destroy the measuring device Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to at least 1 000 V 2 Measure the voltages between the plus pole of each string and the earth potential PE 3 Measure the voltages between the minus pole of each string and the earth potential PE 4 Measure the voltages between the plus and minus poles of each string Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 75 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG An earth fault is present if the measured voltages are stable and the sum of the voltages of the plus pole against earth potential and the minus pole against earth potential of a string is approximately equal to the voltage between the plus and minus poles Result You have detected an earth fault Measure installer of
50. ncing cable dimensioning are nominal AC current type of cable routing method cable bundling ambient temperature and maximum desired line losses for calculation of line losses see design software Sunny Design from software version 2 0 at www SMA de en Connection of a second protective conductor In some installation countries a second protective conductor is required to prevent a touch current in the event of a malfunction in the original protective conductor For installation countries falling within the scope of validity of the IEC standard 62109 the following requirements are applicable Installation of the protective conductor on AC terminal with a conductor cross section of at least 10 mm Cu or Installation of a second protective conductor on the earth terminal with the same cross section as the original protective conductor on the AC terminal see Section 6 3 3 Connecting the Second Protective Conductor page 33 In each case observe the applicable regulations for the site Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 29 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Load disconnection unit You must install a separate 3 phase miniature circuit breaker for each inverter in order to ensure that the inverter can be securely disconnected under load The maximum permissible fuse protection can be found in Section 13 Technical Data page 85 DANGER Danger to life due to fire When more than one
51. ne voltage has fallen below the permissible range This error can have the following causes Electricity grid disconnected AC cable damaged line voltage at the termination point of the inverter is too low The inverter disconnects from the electricity grid for safety reasons Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 101 lt Grid fault gt Check the line voltage and grid 103 The line voltage has exceeded the connection on the inverter permissible range This error can have If the line voltage is outside the permissible the following causes range due to local grid conditions ask your line voltage at the termination network operator if the voltage can be point of the inverter is too high adjusted at the feed in point or if it would be acceptable to change the monitored The grid impedance at the operating limits termination point of the inverter is too high IF the line voltage is within the tolerance range yet this error is still displayed contact The inverter disconnects from the NY EMT MM the SMA Service Line electricity grid for safety reasons 202 lt Grid fault gt Check the triggering of the miniature 203 circuit breaker Check the line voltage and grid connection on the inverter If the line voltage is outside the permissible range due to local grid conditions ask your network operator if the voltage can be adjusted a
52. ng the Inverter 1 Use the back panel as a drilling template and mark the positions of the drill holes 637 6 mm I 20 mm 7 203 2 8 in n 203 2 mm 8 in 440 6 mm 85 mm 228 6 mm 9 in 228 6 mm 9 in 425 mm 260 mm 260 mm 618 8 mm L 1 O E 647 7 mm 2 Mount the back panel For this use 1 upper hole on the right and on the left and the hole in the middle STP2O0TLHE IA IEN 122222 23 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology Mounting 3 Hang the inverter in the back panel in such a way that the enclosure of the inverter lies flush with the back panel Fortwo people to transport the inverter use the recessed grips at the bottom and at the same time hold the upper edge of the enclosure lid For transport by crane you can attach 2 ring bolts to the top of the inverter see A M10 diameter 10 mm To do this remove the filler plugs and screw in the ring bolts as far as they will go 4 If necessary remove the ring bolts after transport and re attach the filler plugs 5 Loosen all 6 captive screws of the lower enclosure lid 6 lift and remove the lower enclosure lid from below 24 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting Z Screw the supplied eye bolt into the drill hole provided in order to secure t
53. nogement 19 Reverse Current Protection 20 MOUNTING ces it A T 21 O O 21 Selecting the Mounting Locotion 21 Mounting the 23 Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 3 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 3 1 6 3 2 6 3 3 6 4 6 4 1 6 4 2 6 4 3 6 4 4 6 5 6 5 1 6 5 2 6 5 3 6 6 6 6 1 6 6 2 6 6 3 6 7 7 1 7 2 9 1 9 2 Electrical Connection 27 SGlely Ne Se qo ded diei ati dues 27 Overview of the Connection Area 27 Connection to the Electricity Grid 29 Conditions for AC Connection 29 AC Connection Procedure 31 Connecting the Second Protective 33 Connecting the PV Array 34 Conditions for DC Connection 34 Assembling the DC 55 36 Opening the DC Connector porer oa cee 38 Connecting the PV Array DC 39 Setting the Country Data Set and Display Language 42 Checking the Country Data 44 Extension of the Deactivation 48 Setting the cou
54. not be reconnected i NOTICE N Destruction of the inverter due to overvoltage If the voltage of the PV modules exceeds the maximum input voltage of the inverter it can be destroyed by the overvoltage This will void all warranty claims Do not connect strings to the inverter that have an open circuit voltage greater than the maximum input voltage of the inverter Check the plant design I NOTICE Excessive voltages can destroy the measuring device Only use measuring devices with a DC input voltage range up to ot least 1 000 V 1 Check the connection cables of the PV modules for correct polarity and make sure that the maximum input voltage of the inverter is not exceeded At an ambient temperature over 10 the open e 1 circuit voltage of the PV modules should not exceed Ta 90 of the maximum input voltage of the inverter If this is not the case review the plant design and the PV module circuitry Otherwise the maximum inverter input voltage may be exceeded at low ambient temperatures 2 Check the strings for earth faults as described in Section 11 1 Checking the PV Array for Earth Faults page 75 Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 39 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Check the assembled DC connectors for correct polarity and connect them to the inverter M The DC connectors click audibly into position To release the DC
55. nting 5 1 Safety DANGER Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction electrical devices can cause fires Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction materials Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored Do not mount the inverter in a potentially explosive atmosphere CAUTION AN Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the inverter approx 53 Take the weight of the inverter into account for transport Selecta suitable mounting location and mounting surface When mounting the back panel use fastening material suitable for the mounting surface Two people are needed to mount the inverter CAUTION N Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts Mount the inverter in such a way that it cannot be touched inadvertently 5 2 Selecting the Mounting Location Consider the following requirements when selecting the mounting location The mounting method and location must be suitable for the weight and size of the inverter see Section 13 Technical Data page 85 Mount on a solid surface The mounting location must at all times be clear and safely accessible without the use of additional aids such as scaffolding or lifting platforms Non fulfillment of these criteria may restrict execution of service assignments Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 21 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG
56. ntry data set and language using rotary switches 49 50 ri Les terea taa 50 Multi Function 51 Communication Interface 51 Activating and Deactivating the Reverse Current Protection at Input Area A 52 COMMISSIONING eee n 55 Commissioning the 55 Display Messages during the Start Phase 57 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources 58 Maintenance and 61 Cleaning the 1 61 Checking Heat Dissipotion 61 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents 9 2 1 9 2 2 9 2 3 9 2 4 10 10 1 10 2 10 3 11 11 1 11 2 12 12 1 12 2 12 3 12 4 12 5 13 13 1 13 1 1 13 1 2 13 1 3 13 1 4 13 2 13 3 13 4 13 5 13 6 Cleaning the Ventilation Grids 61 Cleaning the Fan on the Bottom of the 62 Cleaning the Fan on the Left hand Side of the Inverter Enclosure 64 Checkingithe Fans uuu Bennet Pea Ya 65 Messages uiam eos Eae c oae E ee a ds 66 LED SIS octo ru Ev eS aw VM vq F
57. ogy Australia Pty Ltd www SMA Australia com au SMA Benelux SPRL www SMA Benelux com SMA Beijing Commercial Co Ltd www SMA China com SMA Czech Republic s r o www SMA Czech com SMA France S A S www SMA France com SMA Hellas AE www SMA Hellas com SMA Ib rica Tecnolog a Solar S L www SMA lberica com SMA Italia S r l www SMA ltalia com SMA Technology Korea Co Ltd www SMA Korea com
58. operation a leakage current flows from the cells to earth the size of which depends on the manner in which the PV modules are installed e g foil on metal roof and on the weather rain snow This normal leakage current may not exceed 50 mA due to the fact that the inverter would otherwise automatically disconnect from the electricity grid as a protective measure For further information on this subject see the Technical Information Capacitive Discharge Currents at www SMA de en When designing the PV plant ensure that the values comply with the permitted operating range of all components at all times The free design program Sunny Design from version 2 0 www SMA de en SunnyDesign will assist you in this The manufacturer of the PV modules must have approved the PV modules for use with this Sunny Tripower You must also ensure that all measures recommended by the module manufacturer for long term maintenance of the module properties are taken see also Technical Information Module Technology at www SMA de en Do not use the Sunny Tripower for purposes other than those described here Alternative uses modifications to the Sunny Tripower or the installation of components not expressly recommended or sold by SMA Solar Technology AG void the warranty claims and operation permission Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 9 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG 2 2 Safety Precautions DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the
59. ountry protection O 8 Retained Korean Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O 9 Retained Portuguese Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O JA Retained Dutch Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O B Retained Slovenian Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O C Retained Bulgarian Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O D Retained Polish Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set 1 0 VDEOI26 1 1 German Yes Germany Switzerland 1 6 VDEAR N4105 HP German Yes Germany 1 18 VDEO126 1 1 French Yes Switzerland France 1 9 VDE0126 1 1 UTE French Yes France 2 0 VDEO126 1 1 Italian Yes Switzerland 2 8 AS4777 3 English No Australia 2 CEI0 21 Ex Italian Yes Italy 4 0 RD1663 A Spanish Yes Spain 4 l RD1663 661 A Spanish Yes Spain 4 8 Greek No Greece 4 9 PPC English No Greece 5 l 502 2009 English South Korea 5 2 KEMCO 502 2009 Korean No South Korea 5 59 2 English No England Installation Manual STP20TLHE IA IEN 122222 45 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG A B Country data set Display language SMA Grid Guard Country protection 6 0 EN50438 German Yes Various EU 6 1 EN50438 English Yes countries 6 2 EN50438 French Yes 6 3 EN50438 Italian Yes
60. quirements of the EMC Directive Directive on the electromagnetic compatibility of a device and forfeit their operating licence Contact the SMA Service Line if one or more EMC seals is missing 6 Prescrew all screws and the corresponding conical spring washers for the upper enclosure lid and then tighten them in the sequence shown on the right torque 6 0 Nm The toothing of the conical spring washers must point towards the enclosure lid The scope of delivery of the inverter includes a spare screw and conical spring washer Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 53 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG DANGER Danger to life due to live enclosure lid The earthing of the upper enclosure lid is ensured by the toothed conical spring washers Forall 6 screws attach the conical spring washers with the toothing facing towards the enclosure lid 54 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7 Commissioning 7 1 Commissioning the Inverter 1 The following conditions must be fulfilled before commissioning Correct mounting see Section 5 Correct country setting see Section 6 5 AC cable correctly connected see Section 6 3 DC cable correctly connected PV strings see Section 6 4 Unused DC inputs are closed using the corresponding DC plug connectors and sealing plugs see Section 6 4 4 All enclosure openings are closed The miniature c
61. r the electricity grid setting via communication If this event recurs at medium irradiation check the PV plant design and correct the circuitry of the PV array 6001 lt Self diagnosis gt or Contact the SMA Service Line 6438 lt Interference device gt see Section 15 Contact page 94 6501 lt Self diagnosis gt or Ensure sufficient ventilation 6511 lt Overtemperature gt Check heat dissipation as described in The inverter switches off due to excessive Section 9 2 Checking Heat temperature Dissipation page 61 6603 lt Self diagnosis gt or Contact the SMA Service Line 6604 lt Overload gt see Section 15 Contact page 94 6701 lt Comm disturbed gt If this event occurs frequently 6702 A fault has occurred in the internal Contact the SMA Service Line communication of the inverter However see Section 15 Contact page 94 the inverter continues feeding into the grid 6801 lt Self diagnosis gt or Contact the SMA Service Line 6802 lt Input A defective gt see Section 15 Contact page 94 7001 lt Sensor fault fan permanently on gt Contact the SMA Service Line 7002 see Section 15 Contact page 94 7008 lt Disturbance sensor display Contact the SMA Service Line temperature gt see Section 15 Contact page 94 7101 lt SD card defective gt Re format the SD card Resave the files to the SD card 7102 lt Par
62. r Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 3 2 AC Connection Procedure 1 Check the line voltage and compare it with the permissible voltage range see Section 13 Technical Data page 85 2 Disconnect the miniature circuitbreaker from all three line conductors and secure against reconnection 3 Loosen all 6 captive screws of the lower enclosure lid 4 Lift and remove the lower enclosure lid from below Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 31 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5 Check that the country setting of the inverter is correct by using the supplementary sheet provided with the default settings If the inverter is not set to the desired country data set adjust the country data set using the rotary switches as described in Section 6 5 Setting the Country Data Set and Display Language page 42 6 Remove the adhesive tape from the AC enclosure opening 7 Insert the AC cable gland from the outside into the enclosure opening and tighten it from the inside with the counter nut 8 Pull the cable through 9 Raise all 5 terminals of the AC terminal as far as they will go N NOTICE 7 o b Risk of fire when connecting 2 conductors If 2 conductors are connected to one terminal a poor electrical contact can result in overheating or a risk of fire Never connect more than one conductor per terminal 10 Connect 1 L2 L3 N and the protective conductor L1 L2
63. r possible event messages which may be displayed in the text line and their meaning Showing display messages again If you want to view the display messages of the start phase again whilst in normal operation double tap the display Installation Manual STP2OTLHEIA IEN 122222 57 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Death due to electric shock The inverter operates at high voltages and must be disconnected prior to carrying out any work on the device In addition ifthe DC connectors are pulled out without first switching off the DC switch disconnector a dangerous electric arc can occur Disconnect the inverter as described in this section CAUTION Risk of burns due to hot DC lid During operation the DC lid on the left hand side of the connection area can become hot care not to touch the DC lid when working in the connection area NOTICE N Electrostatic discharge can damage the inverter Internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge Earth yourself before touching any components 1 Disconnect the miniature circuit breaker from all three line conductors and secure against reconnection 2 If a multifunction relay is connected disconnect its supply voltage and ensure that the devic
64. r the last 16 feed in hours or the energy yields over the last 16 days Tap the display once to switch between views Symbols on the Display Symbol Designation gt Top symbol 2 Z Explanation You can operate the display by tapping it Single tap the backlight switches on or the display scrolls one message further Double tap the display shows successively the firmware version the serial number or designation of the inverter the Bluetooth NetID the configured country data set and display language Telephone receiver Device disturbance present Contact the SMA Service Line Spanner Signifies a disturbance that can be resolved on site Bluetooth Bluetooth communication is enabled Bluetooth connection Bluetooth connection to other devices is active Multifunction relay The multi function relay is active Temperature symbol The power of the inverter is limited due to excessive temperature Power limitation The external active power limitation via the Power Reducer Box is active PV array Inverter Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 17 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG Symbol Designation Explanation Grid relay When the grid relay is closed the inverter feeds into A the grid When the grid relay is open the inverter is disconnected from the electricity grid Electricity grid
65. re these functions depending on the requirements set by the network operator You can find detailed information on setting the parameters of these functions in the Technical Description Measured Values and Parameters at www SMA de en in the Technical Description category for the respective inverter Installation Manual STP2OTLHEIA IEN 122222 19 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG 4 7 Reverse Current Protection Every input area of the inverter is equipped with diode as reverse current protection reverse current between the input areas is therefore not possible If only input area A is used and the reverse current resistance of the PV modules is complied with the reverse current protection at input area A can be bypassed see Section 6 7 Activating and Deactivating the Reverse Current Protection at Input Area A page 52 Bypassing the reverse current protection slightly increases the inverter efficiency The reverse current protection at input area B cannot be deactivated Input range A String ring Al Reverse current protection String 2 A2 A Bypass String 3 j A3 MPPT Input range B String 1 B1 String 2 B2 p Reverse current protection String 3 B3 20 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Mounting 5 Mou
66. rror see Section 11 Troubleshooting page 75 Z f a multi function relay is connected switch on the supply voltage 8 Forcommunication via Bluetooth make the following settings Change the plant time see the manual of the communication product Change the passwords see the manual of the communication product 56 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 7 2 Display Messages during the Start Phase Illustrated display messages 1 The display messages illustrated in this section serve as examples and depending on the country setting may differ from the display messages on your inverter Firstly the firmware version of the internal FACE processors appears in the text line After an interval of 5 seconds or after tapping on E the enclosure lid the serial number or designation of the inverter and the NetID for communication via Bluetooth will appear The designation of the inverter can be changed with a communication product After another 5 seconds or by tapping the lid again the selected country data set will appear e g VDE AR N4105 HP After a further 5 seconds or after a further tap the configured language is displayed example Sprache Deutsch Language German During normal operation the text line of the display will subsequently be clear See Section 10 Messages page 66 fo
67. rvoltage protection Thermally monitored varistors AC short circuit current capability Current control Grid monitoring SMA Grid Guard 4 Maximum permissible fuse protection 50 0A Earth fault monitoring Insulation monitoring Riso gt 200 k Q All pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit available optional 13 4 Licences Country standards STP as of 06 12 15000TLEE 10 VDE AR N4105 Y STP 15000TLHE 10 Y 5 20000TLEE 10 Y STP 20000TLHE 10 Y VDE 0126 1 1 54777 10 11 PPDS UTE C15 712 1 PPC EN50438 RD1699 2000 RD661 2007 IEC 61727 G59 2 444 444 lt NSIS 444444 lt lt lt lt lt CEI 0 21 lt 14 4444 lt 4 4 lt lt lt lt NRS 97 2 1 Y lt BDEW 2008 lt Y lt 14 44444 lt 4 4 lt lt lt lt lt C 10 11 Only possible if the 3 phase nominal voltage of the phase conductor is 400 V EN 50438 Does not apply to all country standard deviations of EN 50438 NRS 97 2 1 This standard stipulates that a special sticker be attached to the AC distribution to draw attention to the AC side disconnection of the inverter in case of grid failure for more details see NRS 97 2 1 Sec 4 2 7 1 and 4 2 7 2 90 STP2OTLHE IAIEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 13 5 Climatic
68. s parameter displays Depending on the type of communication RS485 or Bluetooth the parameters and messages are displayed differently on the communication products Example parameter display for testing the fan f you are using RS485 parameter CoolSys FanTst f you are using Bluetooth parameter Fan test 18 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Product Description 4 5 Multi Function Relay The inverter may be equipped with a multifunction relay The multifunction relay is an interface for error messages or for controlling loads Disturbances can be transmitted to a disturbance sensor For this purpose the multi function relay switches the disturbance sensor on and off The multi function relay can control a load via a contactor For this purpose the inverter determines when the load is switched on and off depending on the operating parameters and measured values You can configure the multi function relay for various operating modes see Technical Description Multi Function Relay and OptiTrac Global Peak available at www SMA de en 4 6 Feed In Management The Sunny Tripower is capable of utilising reactive power and can feed reactive power into the grid via the setting of a default value for the displacement power factor cos Additionally this inverter is also equipped with advanced feed in management functions e g power limitation and dynamic grid support You can enable and configu
69. serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury N NOTICE E NOTICE indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in property damage e Information An Information block provides valuable hints for the efficient installation and operation of your product rc M This symbol indicates the result of an action 8 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Safety 2 Safety 2 1 Intended Use The Sunny Tripower is a PV inverter which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid compliant alternating current and performs three phase feed in into the electricity grid Principle of a PV plant with this Sunny Tripower Inverter PV Modules Distribution Electricity grid The Sunny Tripower is suitable for indoor and outdoor use The Sunny Tripower may only be operated with PV arrays PV modules and cabling of protection class Il Do not connect any energy sources other than PV modules to the Sunny Tripower e Capacitive Discharge Currents 1 PV modules with large capacities relative to earth such as thin film PV modules with cells on a metallic substrate may only be used if their coupling capacity does not exceed 500 nF During feed in
70. settings will only accepted upon commissioning the inverter 50 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 6 2 Multi Function Interface The inverter is equipped with a slot for multi function interfaces This slot is designed to connect a simple multi function relay or an SMA Power Control Module The interface can either be retrofitted installed at the factory according to a specific order or included in the regular scope of delivery Multi Function Relay You can configure the multifunction relay for various operating modes The multifunction relay is used for example to switch fault indicators on or off for information on installation and configuration see installation manual of the multi function relay SMA Power Control Module The SMA Power Control Module enables the inverter to implement grid management services and is equipped with an additional multifunction relay for information on installation and configuration see installation manual of the SMA Power Control Module 6 6 3 Communication Interface The inverter can optionally be fitted with an extra communication interface e g RS485 This communication interface enables the inverter to communicate with special SMA communication products or other inverters for information on supported products see www SMA de en The interface can either be retrofitted installed at the factory according to a specific order or
71. t resistance of the PV modules must be complied with Procedure 1 When the inverter is in operation disconnect the inverter see Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 2 Loosen the screws of the upper enclosure lid For this purpose use an Allen key AF 4 3 Pull the upper enclosure lid forwards to remove it Jumper cable 1 Use only the supplied jumper cable to deactivate the reverse current protection 4 Deactivating or activating the reverse current protection at input area deactivate the reverse current protection insert both ends of the jumper cable into the yellow terminals as far as they will go Do not kink the cable 52 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection activate the reverse current protection remove both ends of the jumper cable from the yellow terminals consecutively To do so insert a screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into the rectangular opening on the terminal and remove the cable end 5 For STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 Make sure that all 4 EMC seals are present in the upper enclosure lid and that they are correctly positioned The metal braiding of the EMC seals must point outwards seals 1 EMC seals are only installed in inverters of type STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 Without EMC seals the STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 no longer fulfil the re
72. t the feed in point or if it would be acceptable to change the monitored operating limits If the line voltage is within the tolerance range yet this error is still displayed contact the SMA Service Line 68 STP2OTLHE A IEN 1 22222 Installation SMA Solar Technology AG Messages Event Display message and cause Corrective measures 301 lt Grid fault gt Check the line voltage at the The 10 minute average line voltage is no termination point of the inverter longer within the permissible range If due to local grid conditions the line This can be caused by one of the voltage exceeds the configured limiting following value ask the network operator whether the EY voltage can be adjusted at the feed in point Seine tine lesa termination hether it would be acceptable to modify point of the inverter is too high the limiting value for power quality The grid impedance at the __ monitoring If the line voltage is continually within too high tolerance range and this error is still The inverter disconnects from the grid to displayed contact the SMA Service Line maintain power quality 401 lt Grid fault gt Check the grid connection for strong 404 The inverter is no longer in grid parallel shorHerm frequency variations operation and has stopped feed in for safety reasons 501 lt Grid fault gt If possible check th
73. ta set you can always set the display language later using rotary switch B However you have to then set rotary switch A to O in order to keep the country data set The settings of each country data set are specified in the operating parameters The parameters can be read out using a communication product The description of the operating parameters is available at www SMA de en in the category Technical Description of the respective inverter A B Country data set Display language SMA Grid Guard Country protection O O Default settings Default settings Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O Retained English Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O 2 Retained German Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O 3 Retained French Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O 4 Retained Spanish Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O 5 Retained Italian Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O Retained Greek Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set O Z Retained Czech Dependent on Dependent on parameter set parameter set 44 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manua SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection A B Country data set Display language SMA Grid Guard C
74. tallation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 3 Ensure that the cable is correctly positioned Electrical Connection Result If the stranded wire is visible in the chamber of the clamping bracket the cable is correctly positioned Measure Proceed to Step 4 If the stranded wire is not visible in the chamber the cable is not correctly positioned Loosening the clamping bracket insert a screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into the clamping bracket and lever it out Remove the cable and go back to step 1 4 Push the swivel nut up to the thread and tighten torque 2 0 Nm Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 37 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 6 4 3 Opening the DC Connector 1 Unscrew the swivel nut 2 Unlocking the DC connector insert a screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into the snap slot on the side and lever it out 3 Carefully pull the DC connector apart 4 Loosening the clamping bracket insert a screwdriver blade width 3 5 mm into the clamping bracket and lever it out 5 Remove the cable 38 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 4 4 Connecting the PV Array DC DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter Before connecting the PV array ensure that AC miniature circuit breaker is disconnected from all 3 line conductors and that it can
75. ters of type STP 1 5000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 0 y typ Without EMC seals the STP 15000TLHE 10 STP 20000TLHE 10 no longer fulfil the requirements of the EMC Directive Directive on the electromagnetic compatibility of a device and forfeit their operating licence Contact the SMA Service Line if one or more EMC seals is missing Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 79 Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Prescrew all screws and the corresponding conical spring washers for the upper enclosure lid and then tighten them in the sequence shown on the right torque 6 0 Nm The toothing of the conical spring washers must point towards the enclosure lid The scope of delivery of the inverter includes a spare screw and conical spring washer DANGER Danger to life due to live enclosure lid The earthing of the upper enclosure lid is ensured by the toothed conical spring washers For all 6 screws attach the conical spring washers with the toothing facing towards the enclosure lid 10 Restart the inverter as described in Section 7 Commissioning page 55 M The varistors have now been replaced and the inverter is back in operation 80 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning 12 Decommissioning 12 1 Dismantling the Inverter 1 Disconnect the inverter as described in Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 2 Release
76. the Inverter If the original packaging is available the inverter should be packed in its original packaging and be secured with tension straps Ifthe original packaging is not available use a cardboard box suitable for the weight and size of the inverter 12 4 Storing the Inverter Store the inverter in a dry place where ambient temperatures are always between 25 C and 60 C 12 5 Disposing of the inverter Dispose of the inverter at the end of its service life in accordance with the current locally applicable disposal regulations for electronic waste Alternatively send it back to SMA Solar Technology AG with shipping paid by sender and labelled ZUR ENTSORGUNG FOR DISPOSAL contact see Page 94 84 STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 13 Technical Data 13 1 DC AC Technical Data 13 1 1 SUNNY TRIPOWER 15000TL Economic Excellence DC Input Maximum DC power at cos 1 15 260 W Maximum input voltage 1 000 V MPP voltage range at 230 V AC 580 V 800 V Rated input voltage 580 V Minimum input voltage at 230 V AC 570 V Start input voltage 620 V Maximum input current 36A Maximum input current per string 36A Number of independent MPP inputs 1 Strings per MPP input 6 The maximum open circuit voltage which can occur at cell temperature 10 must not exceed the maximum input voltage
77. the PV array must remedy the earth fault in the affected string You can determine the location of the earth fault as described below Do not reconnect the faulty string Restart the inverter as described in Section 7 Commissioning page 55 M You have not detected any earth fault It is likely that one of the thermally monitored varistors is defective Check the varistors as described in Section 11 2 Checking the Function of the Varistors page 77 Location of the earth fault The approximate position of the earth fault can be determined from the ratio of the measured voltages between plus against earth potential and minus against earth potential Example V 200 V Se F sss 100 V 100 V 2 V 300 V 100 V gt 100 V 100 Y In this case the earth fault is between the 2nd and 3rd PV modules V The earth fault check is now complete 76 STP2OTLHE IAIEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Troubleshooting 11 2 Checking the Function of the Varistors If the inverter displays event number 7401 one of the varistors is probably defective Varistors are wear parts Their functional efficiency diminishes with age or following repeated responses as a result of overvoltages It is therefore possible that one of the thermally monitored varistors has lost its protective function
78. therwise the device will not be protected against the intrusion of insects 1 Turn the rotary fastener of the ventilation grid in the direction of the arrow until the notch is in a vertical position Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 61 Maintenance and Cleaning 2 Remove the ventilation grid 3 Clean the ventilation grid with a soft brush a paint brush or compressed air 4 Reattach the ventilation grid to the inverter 5 Turnthe notch of the rotary fastener 90 back to a horizontal position SMA Solar Technology AG 9 2 2 Cleaning the Fan on the Bottom of the Inverter l Disconnect the inverter as described in Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 2 Wait for the fan to stop rotating Cleaning the fan guards 3 To dismantle the fan guard Press both latches on the right edge of the fan guard to the right using a screwdriver and release from the retainer Carefully remove the fan guard 4 Cleanthe fan guard with a soft brush a paint brush a cloth or compressed oir 62 STP2O0TLHE AEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the fans 5 Press the latches together towards the middle 6 Remove the fan by pulling it slowly and carefully downwards 7 Release and remove the plug The fan cables are long enough to let you lift the fan out sufficiently to disconnect the
79. thorised changes They can only be unlocked with a personal access code the SMA Grid Guard code SMA Grid Guard protected country data sets are automatically blocked for 10 feed in hours after commissioning or after the last alteration If the country data set is changed after these 10 feed in hours the inverter does not accept the changes and displays the error message Grid param locked If however a later change to the country data set only relates to a change of the display language via the rotary switches in the inverter this change is immediately applied It is also possible to configure country data sets parameter CntrySet or Set country standard and to lock or unlock these manually via a communication product To block a data set enter the digit sequence 54321 instead of the password into the SMA Grid Guard code field The data set can only be unlocked by entering a personal 10 digit SMA Grid Guard code which is valid for a maximum of 10 feed in hours The application form for the personal access code is available at www SMA de en in the Certificate category of the respective inverter The language can be configured without a password regardless of the country data set Changing parameters in SMA Grid Guard protected country data sets 1 If the parameters within protected country data sets are changed these are no longer protected and instead of the standard ADJ or Special setting is displayed In this
80. tivated as standard Networking with other inverters via Bluetooth is deactivated by default The following setting options are possible via a rotary switch Switch position Setting NetID 0 Bluetooth communication is deactivated 1 Communication via Bluetooth with communication product possible no networking with other inverters default settings 2E Networking via Bluetooth with other inverters is activated If you do not communicate using Bluetooth deactivate the Bluetooth communication on your inverter This protects your PV plant from unauthorised access In order to restrict communication via Bluetooth between the inverters of your PV plant and those of neighbouring systems you can assign an individual NetlD to the inverters of your PV plant switch position 2 F However this is only necessary if neighbouring plants are located within a radius of 500 m So that all inverters in your PV plant are detected by your communication product all inverters must have the same NetID 1 Determine a free NetID using Sunny Explorer see Sunny Explorer user manual 2 Disconnect the inverter see Section 8 Disconnecting the Inverter from Voltage Sources page 58 3 Set the arrow the righthand rotary switch C to the required position using a screwdriver blade width 2 5 mm 4 Commission the inverter see Section 7 Commissioning page 55 Acceptance of settings e 1 The Bluetooth
81. ts to protect itself The inverter cannot identify the display type No display is connected or the connection is defective 9002 lt Inst code invalid gt nter a valid SMA Grid Guard code The SMA Grid Guard code entered personal installer password is not valid 9003 Grid param locked gt nter a valid SMA Grid Guard code The current country data set is locked for changing the country data set 9005 lt Changing grid param not possible Make sure that there is sufficient DC lt Ensure DC supply gt voltage available green LED is DC voltage at the DC input is not glowing or flashing sufficient to run the main CPU Check the setting of the rotary switches The selected rotary switch setting see Section 5 4 2 for the language settings is not Enter the SMA Grid Guard code programmed parameters to be changed are protected 9007 lt Abort self test gt Check AC installation There is either an error in the AC installation or the set voltage and frequency limits do not comply with the requirements of the Italian electricity grids Adjust the connection as described in Section 6 3 Connection to the Electricity Grid page 29 Check for correct country settings as described in Section 6 5 Setting the Country Data Set and Display Language page 42 The self test is only required for installations in Italy 74 STP2OTLHE AIEN 122222 Installatio
82. unction relay Enclosure opening M32 for the optional communication via RS485 D Additional enclosure opening M20 E Enclosure opening M32 for the AC connection F DC connectors for connecting the strings optional 28 STP2OTLHEIA IEN 1 22222 Installation Manual SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 6 3 Connection to the Electricity Grid 6 3 1 Conditions for the AC Connection You must comply with the connection requirements of your network operator Residual current protective device The inverter is equipped with an integrated all pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit The inverter can automatically differentiate between residual currents and normal leading leakage currents If the network operator stipulates a residual current protective device you must use a residual current protective device that triggers in the event of a residual current of 100 mA or more Further information on the use of a residual current protective device can be found in the Technical Information Criteria for selecting an RCD at www SMA de en Cable requirements External diameter 1 4 25 mm Conductor cross section max 16 mm with bootlace ferrule max 10 mm2 Stripping length 12 mm The cable must be dimensioned in accordance with the local and national regulations for the dimensioning of cables The requirements for the minimum conductor cross section derive from these regulations Examples of factors influe
83. ut 6 The maximum open circuit voltage which can occur at a cell temperature 10 must not exceed the maximum input voltage AC Output Rated power at 230 V 50 Hz 15 000 W Maximum apparent AC power 15 000 VA Rated grid voltage 3 N PE 230 V 400 V AC voltage range 160 V 280 V Nominal AC current at 230 V 21 7A Maximum output current 24 0A Maximum short circuit current 50 Total harmonic factor of the output current with lt 2 6 total harmonic factor of the AC voltage lt 2 AC power gt 0 5 rated power Maximum residual output current 96 mA Rated power frequency 50 Hz AC power frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 50 Hz 44 55 Hz Operating range at AC power frequency 60 Hz 54 Hz 65 Hz 86 STP2OTLHE IA 1EN 122222 Installation SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data Displacement power factor adjustable 0 8 0 8 overexcited underexcited Feed in phases 3 Connection phases 3 Overvoltage category as per IEC 60664 1 Il Depending on country setting Efficiency Maximum efficiency nmax 99 0 European weighted efficiency 98 7 13 1 3 Sunny Tripower 20000TL Economic Excellence DC Input Maximum DC power at cos 1 20 450 W Maximum input voltage 1 000 V MPP voltage range at 230 V AC 580 V 800 V Rate
84. utes before you open the upper enclosure lid or the DC lid NOTICE danger Observe the connection requirements for the second protective conductor in Section 6 3 1 Conditions for the AC Connection page 29 QR Code for SMA bonus programme You will find information on the SMA bonus programme at www SMA Bonus com QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED 2 3 2 Symbols on the Type Label Symbol Explanation Beware of dangerous voltage A The inverter operates at high voltages All work on the inverter must be carried out by skilled persons only Beware of hot surface The inverter can become hot during operation Avoid contact during operation Observe all documentation accompanying the inverter Installation Manual STP2OTLHE IA IEN 122222 11 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG Symbol Explanation The inverter must not be disposed of together with household waste For more information on disposal see Section 12 5 Disposing of the inverter page 84 CE marking The inverter complies with the requirements of the applicable EC directives DE OX The inverter does not have a transformer DC Direct current DC AC Three phase alternating current AC with neutral conductor IP54 Protection rating IP54 The inverter is protected against dust deposits in the interior and against splashes of water from all angles

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