Installation/User Manual
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1. Peak efficiency CEC Weighted Efficiency Nominal MPPT efficiency MECHANICAL DATA Operating Ambient temperature range Operating Internal temperature range Storage Temperature Range Dimensions W x H x D inches Dimensions W x H x D mm AC Bus Cable Weight Enclosure rating Cooling Natural FEATURES Communication Integrated Ground Fault Protection GFP Emissions amp Immunity EMC Compliance Safety Class Compliance Grid Connection Compliance Warranty Up to 310W 4 Module Configuration Up to 360W 3 Module Configuration 16255 6OV 14 8A x 4 22V 277 480V 208V 900W 900W 277V 480V 208V 1 08Ax3 2 50Ax3 277VX3 120Vx3 60Hz 59 3 60 5Hz 60Hz 59 3 60 5Hz gt 0 99 gt 0 99 lt 3 lt 3 11 for 15Ax3 Breaker 11 for 15Ax3 Breaker 95 94 5 3997 4O F to 149 F 40 C to 165 40 F to 185 F 40 C to 85 C AOF tO res F 402C to 35 C 10 2 X 9 5 X 1 4 259mm X 242mm X 36mm 14AWG 8 4lbs 3 8kg NEMA 4X Convection ZigBee wireless The DC circuit meets the requirements for ungrounded PV arrays in NEC690 35 No additional ground is required Ground fault protection GFP is integrated into microinverter FCC Part15 ANSI C63 4 ICES 003 UL1741xCSA C22 2 No 1071 01 lEEE1527 10 years standard extendable to 25 years Programmable per customer and utility requirements All settings UL approved Specifications subject to change without notice please ensure you a2. successfully generating DC power The start up sequence does NOT reoccur as additional modules are connected to the same microinverter BE OPERATING LED Flashing Slow Green 10 sec gap Producing power and communicating with ECU Flashing Fast Green 2 sec gap Producing power and not communicating with ECU Flashing Red Not producing power BE Other Faults All other faults are reported to the ECU Refer to the ECU Installation and Operation Manual for a list of additional faults and troubleshooting procedures WARNING Only qualified personnel should troubleshoot the APS microinverter WARNING Never disconnect the DC wire connectors under load Ensure that no current is flowing in the DC wires prior to disconnecting An opaque covering may be used to cover the module prior to disconnecting the module WARNING Always disconnect AC power before disconnecting the PV module wires from the APS microinverter The AC connector of the first microinverter in a branch circuit is suitable as a disconnecting means once the AC branch circuit breaker in the load center has been opened APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 16 WARNING The APS microinverter is powered by PV module DC power Make sure you disconnect and reconnect the DC connections to watch for the three short LED flashes indicating start up Troubleshooting a non operating APS microinverter To troubleshoot a non operating APS microinverter follo
3. the ECU Manual for installation and operation instructions APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 5 APS Three phase Microinverter YC1000 3 The APS YC1000 3 480 microinverters connect with the three phase grid and operate with most 60 and 72 cell PV modules For more information please see the Technical Data page p xx of this manual MODEL NUMBER AC GRID PV MODULE MODULE CONNECTOR YC1000 3 480 277V 480V 60 72 Cell MC 4 Type YC1000 3 208 208V 60 72 Cell MC 4 Type Maximum number of inverters per branch 11 for 15A X 3 Breaker The following diagram shows the APS YC1000 3 microinverter schematic DC to DC DC to AC EEEE i Bu SIEF aaa ae PV Panels oa DC to DC DC to AC gt HH 3 qt TTT PV Panels HH AC Three phase H AN Idd a DC to DC DC to AC PE HFA PV Panels BAT 1 Control Signal Control Signal Optical Isolation PV Panels Data Collectio FPGA Control Chip rid Data Collection Figure 2 APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual APS Microinverter System Installation A PV system using APS Microinverters is simple to install Each Microinverter easily mounts on the PV racking directly beneath the PV module s Low voltage DC wires connect from the PV module directly to the Microinverter eliminating the risk of high DC voltage Installation MUST comply with local regulations and technical rules WARNING Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local electri
4. Installation User Manual APS YC1000 3 Photovoltaic 3 Phase Grid connected Microinverter Version 1 1 2 15 APS America 1015 Hostmark St Ste 104 Poulsbo WA 98370 TEL 206 855 5100 EMAIL info apsamerica com WEB www APSamerica com MICROINVERTER 4 APS All Rights Reserved TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS mn 1 Radio interference statement 3 APS YC1000 3 System Introduction 4 APS Three phase Microinverter YCTOOO0 3 00 ccccccccccsssecssscesssssssecsssecsssvecsseecsseess 6 APS Microinverter System Installation 7 Additional Installation components from APS nr 8 Required Parts and TOOIS nn 8 Installation Procedures nn 9 Step 1 Install the AC Branch Circuit Junction BOX nn 9 Step 2 Attach the APS Microinverters to the Racking 10 Step 3 Attach the Zigbee Antenna to the Microinverter occo 11 Step 4 Connect the APS Microinverter AC Cables to the AC Bus Cable 11 Step 5 Install a Protective End Cap at the end of the AC BUS Cable een 12 Step 6 Connect the APS Microinverters to the PV Modules 13 APS Microinverter System Operating Instructions ooccc 15 DOS OO ee 16 Status Indications and Error Reporting 16 Troubleshooting a non operating APS Microinverter 17 Replace a Microinverter 18 CO a ee OnOn Oe eee ESTO 19 DA RE ENOTES UEC te nnn tratant 20 Wiring Diagra ici sere eee ecards ee cere ee 22 APS YC1000 3 480 Installation User Manual I
5. Over current protection for the AC output circuit needs to be provided in the end installation A disconnect switch needs to be provided for the AC output circuit may be required by local code or jurisdiction APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 8 APS microinverters are designed to only operate when they can sense power coming from the grid Even if they are plugged into the PV array they will not turn themselves on until they can read power from the grid WARNING Do NOT connect APS microinverters to the utility grid or energize the AC circuit until you have completed all of the installation procedures as described in the following sections NOTE It is best to plug in the ECU and verify Internet connectivity early in the installation process if you are going to be installing an ECU to monitor the system This allows the ECU software to update itself with the latest firmware EE Step 1 Install the AC Branch Circuit Junction Box Figure 3 A Install an appropriate junction box at a suitable location on the PV racking system typically at the end of a branch of modules B Connect the open wire end of the AC bus cable into the junction box using an appropriate gland or strain relief fitting C Wire the conductors L1 RED L2 BLACK L3 ORANGE N WHITE PE GREEN D Connect the AC branch circuit junction box to the point of utility interconnection APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 9 BE Step 2 Atta
6. ation maintenance and management APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual APS microinverters maximize energy production Each PV module is operating at the maximum peak power point which ensures that the maximum power is exported to the utility grid The APS microinverter ensures top performance from the array by maximizing the performance of the module within the array when PV modules in the array are affected by shading More reliable than centralized or string inverters The distributed microinverter system ensures that no single point of system failure exists across the PV system APS microinverters are designed to operate at full power at ambient temperatures of up to 65 C 149 F The inverter housing is designed for outdoor installation and complies with the NEMA 4X environmental enclosure rating Simple to install You can install individual PV modules in any combination of module quantity orientation type and power rating Smart system performance monitoring and analysis The APS Energy Communication Unit ECU is installed by simply plugging it into any wall outlet and providing it with an Ethernet or Wi Fi connection to a broadband router After installing the ECU the full network of APS microinverters automatically reports to the APS Energy Monitor and Analysis EMA web server The EMA software displays performance trends informs you of abnormal events and controls system shutdown when it is needed Reference
7. cal codes NOTE An AC GFCI device should not be used to protect the dedicated circuit to the APS microinverter even though it is an outside circuit None of the small GFCI devices 5mA 30 mA are designed for back feeding and will be damaged if back fed In a similar manner AC AFCIs have not been evaluated for back feeding and may be damaged if back fed with the output of a PV inverter WARNING Be aware that only qualified professionals should install and or replace APS microinverters WARNING Before installing or using an APS microinverter please read all instructions and warnings in the technical documents and on the APS microinverter system itself as well as on the PV array WARNING Be aware that installation of this equipment includes the risk of electric shock WARNING Do not touch any live parts in the system including the PV array when the system has been connected to the electrical grid NOTE We strongly recommend that you install surge protection devices in the dedicated meter box EEE P APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual Additional Installation components from APS Protective end cap sold separately Sealing caps sold separately Required Parts and Tools AC connection junction box s Mounting hardware suitable for module racking Sockets and wrenches for mounting hardware Phillips screwdriver Torque wrench NOTE The AC output is bonded to ground The neutral is not
8. ch the APS Microinverters to the Racking Figure 5 A Mark the location of the microinverter on the rack with respect to the PV module junction box or any other obstructions B Mount one microinverter at each of these locations using hardware recommended by your module racking vendor WARNING Prior to installing any of the microinverters verify that the utility voltage at the point of common connection matches the voltage rating on microinverter label WARNING Do not mount the microinverter in a location that allows exposure to direct sunlight Allow a minimum of 1 5 cm between the top of the roof and the bottom of the microinverter for proper ventilation APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 10 BE Step 3 Attach the Zigbee Antenna to the Microinverter Figure 6 BE Step 4 Connect the APS Microinverter AC Cables to the AC Bus Cable Figure 7 NOTE Cover all unused T connectors on the AC BUS Cable with Sealing Caps to protect the T connectors APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 11 Figure 8 BE Step 5 Install a Protective End Cap at the end of the AC Bus Cable A Wire stripping B Insert the cable end into the gasket clamp 1 N mi Figure 9 TNT Nut Gaske Clamp Seal Body C Insert five wires into the five cable clamps D Rotate the nut until the latching mechanism meets the base Figure 10 amp 11 APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 12 BEE St
9. cuit breaker on each microinverter branch circuit 2 Turn ON the main utility grid AC circuit breaker Your system will start producing power after a five minute safety delay period NOTE The status LED for on each microinverter will blink green three 3 times to indicate normal operation once DC power is applied It is important to understand that this start up sequence occurs once the first module is connected to the microinvert and is successfully generating DC power The start up sequence does NOT reoccur as additional modules are connected to the same microinverter 3 The APS microinverters will start to send performance data to the ECU The time required for all the microinverters in the system to report to the ECU will vary depending on the number and configuration of microinverters in the system You can verify proper operation of the APS Microinverters via the ECU See the ECU Installation and Operation Manual for more information APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 15 Troubleshooting Qualified personnel can use the following troubleshooting steps if the PV system does not operate correctly Status Indications and Error Reporting BE START UP LED Three 3 short green blinks when DC power is first applied to the microinverter indicates a successful microinverter start up It is important to understand that this start up sequence occurs once the first module is connected to the microinvert and is
10. ep 6 Connect the APS Microinverters to the PV Modules Place the PV modules into position on the racking and connect the DC input cables to the microinverters based on optimum layout configuration up to four PV modules per microinverter Figure 12 amp 13 WARNING Double check to make sure all of the AC and DC wiring has been correctly installed Ensure that none of the AC and or DC wires are pinched or damaged Make sure that all of the junction boxes are properly closed BE Step 7 Complete the APS Installation Map Fill in the APS Warranty Cards which provide system information and the installation map Feel free to provide your own layout if a larger or more intricate installation map is required The layout map provided is designed to accommodate labels in vertical or horizontal orientation to meet all the field PV connections 1 Each APS microinverter has removable serial number labels Peel a label off and affix it to the respective location on the APS instal lation map 2 Fill out the warranty cards and email to APS at support aspamerica com 3 Register the system using your Installer Account on the APS EMA APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 13 You can then use the EMA website to view detailed performance of the PV system Figure 14 APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 14 APS Microinverter System Operating Instructions To operate the APS microinverter PV system 1 Turn ON the AC c r
11. ll IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions to follow during installation and maintenance of the APS YC1000 3 480 Photovoltaic Grid connected Inverter microinverter To reduce the risk of electrical shock and ensure the safe installation and operation of the APS microinverter the following symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety instructions WARNING This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may cause a serious hardware failure or personnel danger if not applied appropriately Use extreme caution when performing this task WARNING SYMBOL NOTE This indicates information that is important for optimized microinverter operation Follow these instructions closely NOTE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS _ v Do NOT disconnect the PV module from the APS Microinverter without first disconnecting the AC power v Only qualified professionals should install and or replace APS microinverters Y Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local electrical codes v Before installing or using the APS microinverter please read all instructions and cautionary markings in the technical documents and on the APS microinverter system and the PV array VY Be aware that the body of the APS microinverter is the heat sink and can reach high temperatures To reduce risk of burns do not touch the body of the
12. microinverter v Do NOT attempt to repair the APS microinverter If it fails contact APS Customer Support 206 855 5100 to obtain an RMA number and start the replacement process Damaging or opening the APS microinverter voids the warranty v Do NOT expose the connections to directed pressurized liquid pressure washer etc APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 1 v Do NOT expose the connections to continuous immersion v Do NOT over tension the AC connector tension due to pulling or bending the cable near the connector v Use only provided authorized connectors and cables Y Do NOT allow contamination into the connectors v Use an authorized terminator to seal the end of the AC Bus Cable Using another sealing method voids the warranty v To reduce the risk of fire connect only to a circuit provided with 25 amperes maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection in accordance with the National Electrical Code NEC ANSI NFPA 70 Y Both AC and DC voltage source are terminated inside this equipment Each circuit must be individually disconnected before servicing v DC voltage is supplied to this equipment when the photovoltaic array is exposed to light v This Utility Interactive Inverter contains active anti islanding protection IEEE1547 and is tested per FCC IC APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 2 Radio Interference Statement RADIO INTERFERENCE STATEMENT FCC Compliance The equipment can comply
13. pening the branch circuit breaker b Cover the module with an opaque cover c Disconnect the first AC connector in the branch circuit d Disconnect the PV module DC wire connectors from the microinverter e Remove the microinverter from the PV array racking 2 Install a replacement microinverter to the rack 3 Connect the AC cable of the replacement microinverter and the neighboring microinverters to complete the branch circuit connections 4 Close the branch circuit breaker and verify operation of the replacement microinverter APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 18 TECHNICAL DATA WARNING Be sure to verify the voltage and current specifications of your PV module match with those of the microinverter WARNING You must match the DC operating voltage range of the PV module with the allowable input voltage range of the APS f microinverter WARNING The maximum open circuit voltage of the PV module must not exceed the specified maximum input voltage of the APS microinverter APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 19 APS YC1000 3 Microinverter Datasheet INPUT DATA DC Recommended PV Module Power Range STC MPPT Voltage Range Maximum Input Voltage Maximum Input Current Startup Voltage OUTPUT DATA AC Maximum Output Power 3 Phase Grid Type Nominal Output Current Nominal Output Voltage Nominal Output Frequency Power Factor Total Harmonic Distortion Maximum Units per Branch EFFICIENCY
14. re using the most recent update found at www APSamerica com 2 9 15 All Rights Reserved APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 20 APS YC1000 3 Microinverter Datasheet cont Note 1 Utility Interconnection Voltage and Frequency Trip Limits and Trip Times Voltage and frequency limits for utility Interaction Maximum time sec cycles at 60 Hza Condition Voltage V Frequency Hz before cessation of current to the simulated utility lt 0 50 Vnor 80ms 80ms 0 50 Vnor lt V lt 0 88 Vnor 200ms 200ms 1 20 Vnor lt V 80ms 80ms f gt 60 5 160ms 160ms f lt 59 3 160ms 160ms 1 10 Vnor lt V lt 1 20 Vnor 200ms 200ms APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 21 Wiring Diagram IR EB SSRs IMM ESERERGE IRR BREE ID SEAGER RES IB BERBER HRERBHE oer eee Senne lt a SPR PR ERE JHL NO G3TIVLSNI dv ONJ HONVYS Jv SNS IV JO ON3 LINN NOLLVOINNIWNINOD AOY3N3 Il SEIEREN W Figure 15 HH z HU x TANVd NOLNSIYLSIG D 22 v ED LINDYID AWY SL APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 22
15. w the steps below in order 1 Verify the utility voltage and frequency are within ranges shown in the Technical Data of this manual 2 Check the connection to the utility grid Verify utility power is present at the inverter in question by removing AC then DC power Never disconnect the DC wires while the microinverter is producing power Re connect the DC module connectors and watch for three short LED flashes 3 Check the AC branch circuit interconnection between all the microinverters Verify that the inverters are energized by the utility grid as described in the previous step 4 Make sure that any AC breaker are functioning properly and are closed 5 Check the DC connections between the microinverter and the PV module 6 Verify the PV module DC voltage is within the allowable range shown in the Technical Data of this manual 7 Ifthe problem persists please call APS Technical Support at 206 855 5100 Option 2 WARNING Do not attempt to repair the APS microinverter If troubleshooting methods fail return the microinverter to your distributor for replacement APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 17 Qualified personnel can use the following troubleshooting steps if the PV system does not operate correctly Replace an APS Microinverter Follow the following procedure to replace a failed APS microinverter 1 Remove the APS microinverter from the PV Module in the following order a Disconnect the AC by o
16. with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules which are designed to protect against harmful interference n a residential installation The equipment could radiate radio frequency energy and this might cause harmful interference to rad o communications if not following the instructions when installing and using the equipment But there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment causes harmful interference to rad o or television reception the following measures might resolve the issues A Relocate the receiving antenna and keep it well away from the equipment B Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technical for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user s authority to operate the equipment APS YC1000 3 Installation User Manual 3 APS YC1000 3 System Introduction The APS microinverter is used in utility interactive grid tied applications comprised of three 3 key elements e APS microinverter e APS Energy Communication Unit ECU e APS Energy Monitor and Analysis EMA web based monitoring and analysis system Branch J box Figure 1 AC Distribution Panel Internet This integrated system improves safety maximizes solar energy harvest increases system reliability and simplifies photovoltaic PV system design install
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