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PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger User Manual

1. Generator Schedules gt Change Schedule Backup Run Schedule Start Time A This menu allows an emergency generator start schedule to be set This schedule is active only when the PS1 is in a shutdown state for an extended period due to some abnormal condition as may be the case if the PS1 is unattended for long periods The generator may be periodically run to power vital appliances such as refrigerator or freezer etc The generator will start at the set time and run forRun Dur A duration see next menu There are three other identical menus Start Time B Start Time Cand Start Time D allowing four run periods per day Note 1 The Start Time must be used in sequence A to D An unused Start Time disables subsequent start times Backup Run Schedule Backup Run Schedule Run Dur A JSS Run Dur A i Ee gt 0 00 lt 4 00 gt 0 00 g lt 4 00 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Generator Schedules gt Change Schedule Backup Run Schedule Run Dur A Run Duration A sets the run duration for Start Time A generator schedule There are three other identical menus Run Dur B Run Dur Cand Run Dur D allowing four run periods per day Note 1 Zero duration disables the associated start time Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 37 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 3 2 Change Settings These menus provide the primary user interface to configura
2. Appendix A Generator Management rnnnnnnvnnnvnnnnvnnnvnnnvnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnsennvennnennnnnnn 48 A1 Generator Automatic Running 2 c ccceccseceseceeseeseeseeseneneeeeeeeeeeeeesanseneeetenetoees 48 A1 1 Generator Control based ON Got 49 A1 2 Generator SCnedulin EE 52 A1 3 Generator Start AC Load mmnnnrnnvernvernrnrnnrrrnrrrnrrrnnrnrnvnennnrrnenrrenernrrnnennnennnne 53 A1 4 Generator Automatic Stopping cccccecccesceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeseeeeaeeneessnesees 53 A2 Generator Manual RUMNING cccscseeceeseeeeesceeeseeeesceeneneeeeseneseseenecenseeeeeeeees 53 A3 Generator Fault RECOVGY EE 54 A4 Generator Control Interface AAA 54 AAD SyneNronis ton EE 56 A6 System Power Flow 2 s2cceeentet ie sles enti ddmd 56 A1 5 No Generator PS1 switched ON 56 A1 6 PS1 ONT Generator Started n nnneenneenennenneeeetnetnrtnntrnttnttnrtnstnntentnnrennnnneene 56 A1 7 Generator ON PS1 switched ON 56 ATS Load Sharh g EE 56 ALO Reverse Powel visi renren a e a a e ea Ea 56 A1 10 Reactive Power 57 Appendix B Battery Management rnnnennvnnvnnnennnvnnvnnnnnnvnnvnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnvnnvnnnensvnnnnnnnnnnennennee 58 B1 Battery Charger Operation EE 58 B2 Temperature Compensation venn nernnnennnesnnernrernnnnnnnnenn 59 B3 Battery State of Charge SOC c csccscscescesecseeeeneeseeseseceeceaneeeeeceeeeneeensceeseeses 59 Appendix C Renewable Management rnnnnnnvnnnvnnnnvnnnvnnnvnnnnnnn
3. Load Search W the minimum AC load that must be drawn in the house to take the PS1 from Power Save mode to continuous operation To change this setting access the Change Settings menus See 5 3 2 Change Settings Pressing KA at this point will return you to the start of the View Settings screens pressing will return you to the top level menu After pressing men you can now press ER to advance to the next menu O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 32 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 2 4 Generator Schedules A comprehensive generator schedule is supplied as another means of starting the generator when required The generator run times can be scheduled to meet regular heavy load periods such as meal times or other periods of high demand Two schedule types are available each with four configurable start times and durations A normal Gen Run Schedule Gen Run Schedule Start Time A D fordaily generator running and a Gen Backup Schedule Backup Run Schedule Time A D for emergency generator running if the PS1 shuts down for an extended period For further details of Generator Schedules see A1 2 Generator Scheduling The Generator Schedules screens provide access to view configured generator run and backup schedules All of these settings may be changed by the User To change any of these settings access the Change Schedule submenu see 5 3 1 Chan
4. SC Begin Lvl 3 Hr hour period when it is most preferable to have the generator running This would normally be set around 5 or 6 PM to charge the battery for overnight use The preferred hour is within the preferred period see Begin Lvi 2 Hr below Begin Lvl 2 Hr Begin Level 2 Hour sets the beginning of the preferred period when it is preferred to run the generator if the battery state of charge warrants it The preferred period includes the preferred hour Begin Lvl 3 Hr Begin Level 3 Hour sets the beginning of the non preferred period when it is not desirable to run the generator This would normally include overnight or other times when generator noise may be an issue for example However the generator will start in this period if the battery state of charge warrants it Note Each of these settings can be changed from the Change Settings menus See 5 3 2 Change Settings View Settings gt gt Init Chrg V is the set point voltage during the Initial stage of the charging cycle EE y f Bulk Chrg V is the set point voltage during the Absorb Chrg V Bulk stage of the charging cycle Eqlise Chrg V Absorb Chrg V isthe set point voltage during Absorption stage of the charging cycle g Eqlise Chrg V is the set point voltage during Equalisation stage of the battery charging cycle See B1 Battery Charger Operation Note 1 Charge settings will automatically compensate when t
5. The 5 2 1 View Readings and 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics provide information regarding the load power Check the generator schedule settings see 5 2 4 Generator Schedules If the generator restarts a minute or so later then the battery is discharged the battery volts are low or a load is present You can shut the generator down permanently by switching the GEN_CNTL ON OFF switch on the generator to OFF If the generator runs for more total hours than normal or expected There are several possible causes The system average load has increased Check the Load kWh Day in the View Readings menu and compare it with the value displayed when the system was operating satisfactorily Compare the Load kWh Day against the system design value which should have been supplied by the installer If loads have significantly increased identify any new electrical equipment that has been added The system minimum load has increased 7 3 Inverter Start Stop Shutdown Problems PS1 will not Start If the LEDs remain dark when the PS1 is switched on as per 4 1 Quick Start the PS1 did not start up Retry the procedure if it continues to fail contact your supplier for further instructions If the PS1 starts with the Inv Fault indication see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs record the fault code indicated on the LCD and contact your supplier for further instructions PS1 Shuts Down Whenever the PS1 shuts down it attempts to restart once per 15 minutes
6. 1 S 4 50Hz 4 50Hz 4 50Hz SE KE DORZ 01 01 01 E Total harmonic distortion zero to lt 4 max load nteractive Mode zero generator Maximum supported generator 1OKVA 15KVA 20KVA 30kVA capacity mode Max inverter charge rate 0 200A 0 120A 0 200A 2 adjustable Output voltage frequency invert mode zero to max load Configurable via Settings Menu Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 62 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Generator Start Parameters 4 x time of day 3 x state of charge 2 x adjustable power limits 4 x back up times Battery voltage inverter shutdown Inverter temperature Generator start method 2 or 3 wire pulsed and or run signal adjustable Weight 72kg 73kg 87kg 93kg Weight packed 79kg 80kg 94kg 100kg Dimensions 585H 400W 430 incl mtg flanges 420D mm Communications serial interface RS232 x 2400 bps Memory retention of settings and logged data Number of shunts One x 100A internal one optional external Circuit breaker for generator input 125A 125A Circuit breaker for AC output 125A 125A 1 Permanent via on board battery backed RAM and EEPROM 125A with 250A with Circuit breaker for DC battery input 250A electronic electronic 125A with electronic trip trip trip Standby battery current inverter shutdown DC CB closed 400mA 245mA 245mA 120mA Battery current DC CB tripped 20mA 20mA Standards Ctick
7. 83 Setting store corrupt reloaded default values 84 First block of setting store bad restored from parameter ram 85 Second block of setting store bad restored from parameter ram 86 Setting store missing or bad settings reloaded default values 87 Restart after power up or micro reset 88 Equalise manually initiated 89 Equalise or Generator run manually stopped 90 Generator disconnect due to sustained power error 91 Generator supplying load inverter inhibited 92 Settings loaded OK 93 Setting store failed 94 Setting edit timed out setting unchanged 95 Setting modified 98 Equalise terminated on max time 99 Equalise terminated normally 100 Equalise charge started 101 Equalise automatically initiated 103 Initial charge started 104 Over temperature shutdown 106 Permanent data erased 109 State of charge shutdown 110 Low battery voltage shutdown 111 Self test completed OK 112 Renewable battery float achieved equalisation deferred one day 118 Generator start from OK pushbutton 119 Generator stop from OK pushbutton 120 Time of day changed 122 Data logging restarted 123 Remote start Generator command 124 Remote stop Generator command 125 Remote initiate Equalise command 126 Remote finish Equalise command 134 Generator start high temp 135 Generator start overload shutdown 138 Shutdown repetitive minor events 139 Non urgent alarm asserted 144 Generator shutdown due to frequency shift 146 Normal generator shutdown 151 Abnormal charge end ex
8. AS3100 Efficiency 10 nominal Load 90 0 30 nominal Load 95 0 50 nominal Load 96 0 100 nominal Load 94 5 Safety isolation AC output to chassis amp battery 5kV battery to chassis 1kV Power factor charging Unity Power factor inverting 0 to 1 Enclosure rating IP40 Cooling method trip of DC breaker providing reverse battery protection remotely via serial port modem Current day on LCD Configuration parameters Batt Volts Net Batt Amps AC Load kW Gen kW Volts Freq Av daily kWh Shunt 1 amp 2 Amps Event log Charge Amps State of Charge no electronic breaker trip on 24V model E2 Standards Compliance Four line alphanumeric backlit LCD displays AS NZS 3100 2000 Approval and Test Specification General Requirements for Electrical Equipment AS NZS 1044 1995 Limits and methods of measurements of radio disturbance characteristics of Amendment 1 1997 electrical motor operated and thermal appliances for household and similar Amendment 2 2000 purposes electric tools and similar electric apparatus Ctick Australia Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 63 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix F Definitions F1 Settings Index 10min Avg kW 23 10min Start kW 31 2min Avg kW 23 2min Start kW 31 30min Avg kW 23 30min Start kW 31 30s Avg kW 23 30s Start kW 31 Absorb Chrg A 30 58 Absorb Chrg V 29 58 Absorb End A 15m 58 A
9. Setting this parameter to zero will disable charging based on Level 1 SoC Charging based on SoC can be totally disabled using Set SoC Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 38 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Begin Lvl 2 Hr12 Begin Lvl 2 Hr 12 gt le 23 gt de lt 23 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt See A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC Begin Lvl 2 Hr Begin Level 2 Hour sets the beginning of the preferred period when it is preferred to run the generator if the battery state of charge warrants it In a system using solar as the renewable energy source this would normally be set to begin mid afternoon to allow the opportunity for the solar to charge the battery The Level 2 period includes the Level 1 hour If the battery state of charge falls below Level 2 SoC during the level 2 period then the generator will be started and will run to completion of a charge cycle Charging based on SoC can be totally disabled using Set SoC Begin Lvl 3 Hr21 Begin Lvl 3 Hr 21 gt y 23 gt OD lt 23 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt See A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC Begin Lvl 3 Hr Begin Level 3 Hour sets the beginning of the non preferred period when it is not desirable to run the generator This would normally include overnight or other times when generator noise may
10. 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 56 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger A1 10 Reactive Power Reactive power flow kVAr occurs when the AC current in a circuit is out of phase with the AC voltage Reactive power flow consists of energy flowing back and forth in consecutive AC half cycles It performs no useful function and increases the current above that due to real power flow kW alone so causing increased power loss and heating which may limit the real power available Reactive power flow occurs in reactive system loads such as induction motors The PS1 shares such reactive flows with the generator by controlling the AC output voltage The amount of reactive power flow can be monitored using parameters Inv kVAr andGen kVAr see 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 57 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix B Battery Management Please refer to the battery manufacturer s documentation for recommendations regarding settings for your particular battery Inappropriate settings may have a detrimental affect on your battery life and performance The PS1 provides comprehensive battery management settings to allow a charge regime to achieve optimal battery life PS1 battery management features include e Five stage charge cycle Initial Bulk 0 90 Absorption 90 100 Float and Equalise e Charging capability to PS1 c
11. Amp is the measured current through Shunt 2 This could be a charging source eg solar wind which will show a positive figure or a discharge source eg DC pump or fridge which will show a negative figure depending on the configuration for Shunt 2 See 5 2 2 Summary Readings for accumulated Shunt 2 energy total Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 21 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Readings gt H Inv VAC is the measured inverter AC voltage Inv Hz is the measured inverter operating frequency Gen VAC is the measured generator AC voltage Gen Hz is the measured generator frequency H H View Readings gt Days to Eqlise the number of days remaining Days to Eqlise before the battery will be Equalised see Appendix B Battery Management PREV NEXT 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics The diagnostics readings provide an insight into the system performance and operating conditions It will be important to access this data if a fault or shut down occur View Diagnostics PREV NEXT Pressing EA at this point will return you to the start of the View Readings screens pressing will return you to the top level menu Press m to enter the View Diagnostics menu H View Diagnostics gt Heatsink C measured PS1 internal heatsink Heatsink C temperature The PS1 will start the fans at h
12. Refer to Appendix F2 Event Definitions for more information 112 S02 G00 C01 Selectronic use only O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 42 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 4 1 1 Using the Event Log The event log in conjunction with the menus system is an invaluable tool in the diagnosis of system issues and monitoring system performance The log is a circular list of 32 events starting at event 1 Generally by the time the log is full the oldest event is no longer of interest and the next event replaces it in the log Note events are stored in an internal data log and may be retrieved by service personnel if required The most recent event is first to be displayed when the event log is accessed Use the event name and time stamp of the most recent sequence of events to gain an understanding of system behaviour Each event may have a number of different causes for example Hi Load Gen Strt may be due to one of four load levels The event cause identification number E048 in the example provides more information on the cause of the event see SAppendix F2 Event Definitions Regularly reviewing the event log to understand normal sequences of events for your system will enhance your capability to respond to system problems Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 43 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 6 User Operat
13. Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 26 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Settings gt H The purpose of this group of settings is to prevent over discharge of the battery Gen Start V1 Gen Start V2 Gen Start V1 is the battery voltage at which the ve Sedan VI generator will be started on load less than 10 of inverter power rating Inv Shtdwn v2 Gen Start V2 is the battery voltage at which the generator will be started on load more than 10 of inverter power rating H Inv Shtdwnv1 is the battery voltage at which the PS1 will shut down on load less than 10 of inverter power rating Inv Shtdwnv2 is the battery voltage at which the inverter will shut down on load more than 10 of inverter power rating Note On heavier loads the battery voltage is expected to be less than on lighter loads If the PS1 is in shutdown the measured battery voltage may rise above these shutdown values due to the decreased load The PS1 will restart when the battery voltage rises above the restart voltage set during installation Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 27 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Settings gt See A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC Level 1 Soc Level 1 SoC the battery state of charge below Level 2 SoC which the generator will start in the preferred level 3
14. Stopping Note 2 The Start Times must be used in sequence An unused Start Time disables subsequent Start Times H Backup Time A Run Dur A hrs Backup Time B Run Dur B hrs Generator Schedules gt Backup Time A generator start time A in case of PS1 shutdown Run Dur A hrs generator run duration from backup start time A Backup Time B generator start time B in case of PS1 shutdown Run Dur B hrs generator run duration from backup start time B Note 1 Backup schedules are used to start the generator to maintain essential power when PS1 is in shutdown Note 2 Zero duration disables the associated start time Note 3 The Backup Times must be used in sequence An unused Backup Time disables subsequent Backup Times Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 34 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Generator Schedules gt H Backup Time C generator start time A in case of Backup Time C Run Dur C Hrs PS1 shutdown Backup Time D Run Dur C hrs generator run duration from Run Dur D hrs backup start time C Backup Time D generator start time D in case of PS1 shutdown Run Dur D hrs generator run duration from backup start time D Note 1 Backup schedules are used start generator to maintain essential power when PS1 is in shutdown Note 2 Zero duration disables the associated start time Note 3 Th
15. from nominal As the generator load Gen Hz increases the generator s capacity to deliver power at the correct output voltage and or frequency will reduce The PS1 will adjust the power drawn from the generator to maintain nominal voltage and frequency H Gen kw is the measured AC power from the generator Delta Gen Hz the estimated variation in generator output frequency Gen Hz measured generator output frequency View Diagnostics gt H 30s Avg kw is the measured load power averaged over the last 30 seconds The resolution is 30s Avg kW approximately 0 5kW 2min Avg kW Sonn Aeg EN 2min Avg kW is the measured load power 30min Avg kW averaged over the last 2 minutes 10min Avg kw is the measured load power averaged over the last 10 minutes H 30min Avg kw is the measured load power averaged over the last 30 minutes The 10 minute and 30 minute average load power may be set by the installer to trigger a generator starting See 5 2 3 View Settings Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 23 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Diagnostics gt H S Term Count the Short Term countis a continuous count of minor abnormal system events The count is reduced by one every 15 minutes A high frequency of such events may indicate a system S Term Count L Term Count PREV NEXT RESET problem L
16. graphical depiction of the menu system A PDF copy of this manual may be downloaded from the Selectronic web site www selectronic com au PDF copy includes many cross reference hotlinks underlined to facilitate moving around within the document If you have clicked one of these links and wish to return to the place where you were previously reading click on the Go to Previous View symbol on the Acrobat Reader toolbar at the top of the document In this manual the symbol AN indicates important information such as hazards and warnings If you have any suggestions for improvements to either this manual or any Selectronic Australia product please contact us see Manufacturers Details below Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 4 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Warning The equipment described in this manual may be hazardous Before operating the equipment please see 1 Precautions and Safety and ensure that you understand the relevant information in the manual No procedures in this manual require the PS1 front door to be opened Only suitably qualified and trained installation commissioning and maintenance personnel should open the PS1 door or disturb the PS1 wiring Selectronic Australia shall have no obligation as to any equipment which has been improperly installed stored or handled or which has not been operated or maintained according to this manual nor for any oper
17. installation and cannot be changed from the User menus H 30s Start kW 2min Start kW 10min Start kW 30min Start kW g View Settings gt 30s Start kW 30 second average load power setting to start the generator This is a fixed system setting 2min Start kW 2 minute average load power setting to start the generator This is a fixed system setting 10min Start kW 10 minute average load power setting to start the generator 30min Start kW 30 minute average load power setting to start the generator Note 1 The generator will run for at least the minimum generator run time Gen Min Run min and until the average power level is below the threshold Note 2 These settings are configured at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 31 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger EN View Settings gt Gen Min Load kW the minimum load that must Gen Min Load kW 7 be drawn from the generator for it to continue to run Gen Min Run min 22 Lo d Search w 20 This parameter is set at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus DDTV I NDV UNM NTT Gen Min Run min the minimum generator run time If the generator is started it will run for at least this time To change this setting access the Change Settings menus see 5 3 2 Change Settings
18. level menu After pressing men you can now press ER to advance to the next menu O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 24 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 2 2 Summary Readings The Summary Readings screens provide the cumulative measured energy usage contribution for each of the energy loads and sources over the lifetime of the PS1 The values shown below are for illustration purposes only actual values displayed will depend on PS1 operating conditions RAPS 10kW 48V Summary Readings PREV NEXT Summary Readings gt RP Load kWh cumulative measured energy supplied to the load Load kWh pen ale Gen kWh cumulative measured energy supplied by Shunt 1 kWh Shunt 2 kWh the generator Shunt 1 kWh cumulative net energy measured on shunt 1 H Shunt 2 kWh cumulative net energy measured on shunt 2 Note Shunts may be configured as DC Load negative kWh and or Renewable positive kWh Summary Readings gt H Batt In kWh cumulative measured energy Batt In kWh supplied to the battery Batt Out kWh Batt Out kWh cumulative measured energy supplied by the battery Gen Run Hrs cumulative generator running time Gen Run Hrs Pressing KA at this point will return you to the start of the Summary Readings screens press men will return you to the top level menu DH After pressing El yo
19. load this figure will be the sum of the two H Gen kw is the measured AC power presently being drawn from the generator load power plus power to charge battery See 5 2 2 Summary Readings for accumulated generator energy total Inv kW is the measured AC power being produced by the inverter When no generator is running the figure will always show positive discharging the batteries When a generator is operating the figure may be negative to show batteries are being charged or positive when the inverter and generator are providing power to the load View Readings gt Batt SoC is the estimated battery state of charge as a percentage of Batt Size Ah setting The ee Gries value is near 100 when the battery is in a high eae e state of charge and will decrease as the battery is Shunt2 Amp discharged During charging the value may go above 100 this will be reset to 100 at completion of the charge cycle See B3 Battery State of Charge SoC Inv Amps isthe measured inverter dc current Positive current charges battery negative current discharges battery d Shunt 1 Amp is the measured current through Shunt 1 This could be a charging source eg solar panels which will show a positive figure or a discharge source eg DC pump or fridge which will show a negative figure depending on the configuration for Shunt 1 See 5 2 2 Summary Readings for accumulated Shunt 1 energy total Shunt 2
20. or freezer etc Setting Run Schedules Both Gen Run Schedules and Backup Run Schedules are configured by setting up to four start times and associated run durations see 5 2 4 Generator Schedules The start times may be set to any time but must be used in sequence an unused start time disables subsequent start times For example if two generator run periods per day are required Start Time Aand Start Time B must be used Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 52 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger For each start time a generator run duration Run Dur A D may be set in 15 minute increments The generator will run for the set duration regardless of other settings except for a duration of zero see below If start time duration combinations cause an overlap in generator run periods the generator will continue to run through both periods The run duration may be set to zero The resultant operation differs for each schedule type as follows Setting a Gen Run Schedule duration to zero either disables the associated start time if Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop is disabled or allows the generator to start at the scheduled time and automatically stop on completion of a battery charge cycle and or load power requirements if Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop is enabled Setting a Backup Run Schedule duration to zero disables the associated start time PS1 is in shut down so cannot run a cha
21. overload shutdown 27 AC overvoltage shutdown 31 Generator start on low DC volts high load 34 Battery volts high shutdown 35 Battery volts were high now OK 38 Generator controller shutdown on fault input 39 Generator controller retry generator start 40 Generator controller no start after 3 retries 41 Generator started using remote start 42 Generator stopped using remote start 43 Generator controller no pulse signal volts present 45 Generator start on low DC volts low load 46 Scheduler generator start on 30 sec load 47 Scheduler generator start on 2 min load 48 Scheduler generator start on 10 min load 49 Scheduler generator start on 30 min load 50 Scheduler start on level 2 SoC 51 Scheduler start on level 1 SoC 52 Scheduler start on level 3 SoC 53 Low battery restart with AC volts 54 Generator disconnect due to reverse power 55 Generator disconnect due to bad ACV or Freq 56 Generator disconnect due to current limit 57 Generator disconnect due to very low AC volt 61 Low battery reset with renewable recovery 63 Fuel Low Alarm 64 Fuel Low Alarm reset 65 Fuel Empty Generator shutdown 66 Fuel Empty reset 67 System restart by internal reset 69 Generator started 14 days since last run OO Oo Jo Om P h Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 65 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 70 Generator stopped during charge cycle 73 Generator shutdown midnight low load
22. poc generator run hour The preferred run hour starts at the Begin Lvl 1 Hr and extends for 1 hour Level 1 is normally set highest of the three SoC levels A setting of zero disables this level Inv Shtdwn SoC Level 2 SoC the battery state of charge below which the generator will start during the preferred generator run period This period starts at the Begin Lvl 2 Hr and extends to the Begin Lvl 3 Hr Level 2 is normally set as the mid SoC level Level 3 SoC the battery state of charge below which the generator will start during the non preferred generator run period This period starts at the Begin Lvl 3 Hr and extends to the Begin Lvl 2 Hr Level 3 is normally set as the lowest SoC level A setting of zero disables this level Inv Shtdwn SoC is the battery state of charge below which the PS1 will be shut down to prevent over discharge of the battery A value of zero means that state of charge is not used to trigger PS1 shutdown See A1 Generator Automatic Running Note These settings are configured at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 28 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Settings gt See A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC l Begin Lvl 1 Hr Begin Level 1 Hour sets the pegin Lwi t He beginning of the preferred run hour which is a one Begin Lvl 2 Hr
23. prevent the generator running on light loads where efficiency is low the PS1 will stop the generator if the power supplied by the generator to charge the battery and supply the load falls below minimum value set by Gen Min Load kW If the generator is automatically started in the non preferred period the generator will be stopped after the minimum generator run time set by Gen Min Run min A2 Generator Manual Running The generator can be manually controlled via e The generator local controls The PS1 automatic control enable signal GEN CNTL ON OFF from the generator switch must be in the OFF position See A4 Generator Control Interface Note To prevent reverse power flow into the generator before manually stopping the generator it is advisable to open the Generator AC Circuit Breaker and wait until the PS1 Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 53 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger LEDs no longer indicate Inv Sync see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs After the generator is stopped close the Generator Circuit Breaker ready for the next generator start e The OK pushbutton on the front panel see 4 Quick Start The PS1 automatic control enable signal GEN_CNTL ON OFF from the generator switch must be in the ON position See A1 2 Generator Scheduling e A Remote Run input that can be wired from the PS1 to a switch in a convenient location such as in a residence Several such switch
24. start up the System OK LED will be ON and the PS1 will enter Standalone mode Inv Standalone LED or Load Search mode Inv Power Save LED depending on system settings The View Readings menu will display as shown below mn System OK WSystem Fault 1 1 Inverter Fault ln Standalone 8 Wim Sync 1 1 Un Power Save MB Renewable Charging W E Float I I tEqualise MB Generator Charging W W Float I 1 FEqualise 9 Battery Discharge Wi MLowDC 1 THigh DC MB Overtemp Gen Freq Error I I Gen Volt Error 9 Gen Not Available W Wien Fault I 1 Gen Abnormal Stop MMB Non Urgent Alarm W W Urgent Alarm 1 I Charge Required bel SELECTONIC PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger WARNING Multiple Hazardous Energy Sources Ensure that all energy sources are isolated before working on the connected wiring CIRCUIT BREAKERS GENERATOR Designed and Manufactured in Australia Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 11 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 4 2 To switch Inverter OFF I 1 Press the front panel ON OFF pushbutton for a second then release it The internal AC Contactor will automatically open 2 Unless you want the generator to supply the load via the PS1 open the Generator and Load Circuit Breakers The DC Circuit Breaker will disconnect automatically 15 minutes after the PS1 is turned off 4 3 Starting the Generator from PS1 1 Check that th
25. the Power system It automatically manages the battery the generator and monitors the renewable resource to efficiently supply the load The PS1 can be configured to automatically start and stop the generator The PS1 will use the generator power to operate the house loads any excess power will be used to charge the batteries at the same time If the house loads are greater than the generators output then the PS1 will add its power to the generator when the house loads are reduced the PS1 will return to battery charging The above operation will happen automatically whilst always maintaining power to the house The PS1 uses one internal shunt and an optional external shunt to monitor renewable power sources and loads To minimize battery drain when no AC loads are present the PS1 will go into Power Save mode The PS1 will turn On and Off as the AC load is turned On and Off When the PS1 is switched off or shutdown the Generator Contactor automatically closes whenever generator voltage is present enabling the manually started generator to supply the load The LCD displays system readings and settings and supports adjustment of PS1 settings System status fault and abnormal conditions are displayed on the front panel LEDs Pushbuttons control which readings and settings are displayed and are also used to manually start or stop the generator The PS1 periodically logs records power voltage and current variables and time date tagged ev
26. 4 LED Functions Each LED has three labels on the panel as shown above In general the top four green LEDs indicate operational states and the lower four red yellow LEDs indicate system fault conditions The table below identifies the PS1 system status for each LED condition SYSTEM STATUS NOTES SUGGESTED ACTION INDICA TION ON System OK No action required mn Normal operation Slow System Fault The lower four LEDs 5 8 will show H Flash The PS1 is shutdown and not the reason for the shutdown Refer to f TI available to supply the load because it notes associated with these LEDs for is in a fault state or recovering from an further recommended action e overload LU Fast Inverter Fault Try to restart the inverter Record the Flash The PS1 has detected an internal fault fault code indicated on the LCD and LLI during self test then contact your supplier for further i instructions OFF The PS1 is switched OFF Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 15 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger ON Inverter Standalone No action required mn The PS1 is running independent of the Note the PS1 will remain in attached generator and AC output is Standalone mode and this LED will available at the terminals not flash if the inverter cannot synchronise to the generator because the generator
27. Advanced Settings gt Inv Hrs to OFF Inverter hours to OFF sets the number of hours the PS1 control electronics will remain powered up while in the shutdown The PS1 consumes a small standby current in the shutdown state The control electronics must remain operational to enable the Backup Schedule To prevent excessive battery discharge the PS1 will trip the DC circuit breaker and completely power down after the battery voltage falls below the nominal battery voltage for the time set by this parameter Passcode 0 Passcode 0 gt 255 gt 255 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt Passcode Extended installer access 5 4 Event Log The Event log may be accessed from any top level menu using the EVNT function key The log contains 32 events beginning with the most recent event Use the UP key may be used to scroll backwards in time through the log the DOWN key to scroll forward through the log The forward scroll DOWN halts at the most recent event RAPS 10kW 48V MESS From Any Top Level Menu PREV NEXT OK Hi Load Gen Start Hi Load Gen Strt This is the event name 20 Day 225 14 22 22 20 This is the event sequence number in the 32 E048 112 802 G00 COL event log Day 225 This is the day the event occurred Factory initialized to day of the year 14 22 22 This is the time the event occurred E048 This is the event identification number
28. Generator Starting Stopping Problems The generator starts because the load is high or the battery is discharged It stops when the load falls to lower levels the battery is recharged or if level 3 charge mode is set up when the generator has run for the minimum run time and the load is sufficiently low Daily patterns of generator operation will change as the load supplied each day changes and as any renewable input such as solar increases or decreases from day to day or season to season Use the View Readings menu to check measured values and inspect the event log to determine the reasons for generator starts and stops Refer to 5 4 Event Log on using event data to monitor and diagnose performance If the generator runs more often than normal or expected There are several possible causes 1 The system average load has increased Check the Load kWh Day in the View Readings menu and compare it with the value displayed when the system was operating satisfactorily Compare the Load kWh Day against the system design value which should have been supplied by the installer If loads have significantly increased identify any new electrical equipment that has been added 2 The system peak loads are very high Check the 30sec 2min 10min and 30min Avg kW in the View Readings menu while operating any new appliance has been added The associated Start kW setting see 5 2 3 View Settings may need adjustment by your supplier 3 The load dur
29. Installer Additional 1 year 3 yrs total 225 275 425 625 Additional 2 years 4 yrs total 540 660 1020 1500 Additional 3 years 5 yrs total 990 1200 1870 2750 You must register your warranty within 30 days of installation you can only purchase an extended warranty at time of registration Please send your payment for warranty extension when registering your warranty Visa MasterCard or Bankcard can be accepted call us on toll free 1800 006 474 to provide us with your details To be completed by Installation Installer Installed By Date Battery size amp type Solar Array size Is a MPPT being used Generator size amp type and governor type if known Is a modem installed Modem Phone No This installation has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturer s Installers recommendations Signature Selectronic Accreditation No Please post or fax this document directly to Selectronic within 30 days of installation Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 71 of 71 Selectronic Australia Pty Ltd Suite 5 20 Fletcher Rd Mooroolbark VIC 3138 Australia Phone 61 3 9727 6600 Fax 61 3 9727 6601 sales selectronic com au www selectronic com au
30. Please read the safety information provided by the battery supplier Battery acid is dangerous Batteries can emit hydrogen gas which is explosive Batteries connected in series can produce hazardous voltages Disconnecting a DC power connection even on one battery cell can cause dangerous high energy DC arcs which can cause serious burns and eject hot particles and can be difficult to extinguish Disconnecting a DC power connection even on one battery cell can cause renewable sources to produce large voltages much larger than the battery voltage on battery terminals and DC wiring Such voltages can be lethal They can also damage the PS1 Only suitably trained and qualified personnel should disconnect any DC power connection including battery cell connections and only with suitable procedures and safety precautions See the PS1 Technical Manual O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 8 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 2 General Guidelines Following the guidelines below will help keep the system reliable and maximise the life of the PS1 generator and other components e Reduce operating temperatures All equipment will provide longer and be more reliable service if it is protected from high temperatures and regular wide temperature variations Generator and PS1 power capacity is reduced operating in high ambient temperatures battery life is seriously degraded by battery tempera
31. S1 to immediately restart the generator switch the generator GEN_CNTL ON OFF switch to OFF then back to ON use the OK pushbutton to start the generator or manually start the generator A4 Generator Control Interface The PS1 starts and stops the generator via the control signals shown below The signals are wired between the PS1 and the generator local control equipment The PS1 supports several different generator start stop schemes using some or all of the signals The system supplier may modify the generator local control equipment to create the signals which may have different names within the generator local control equipment Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 54 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger REMOTE RUN GEN_CNTL ON OFF GEN RUN GEN PULSE GENERATOR LOCAL PS1 INVERTER CONTROL GENERATOR EQUIPMENT GEN FAULT LOW FUEL NO FUEL Figure 9 Generator Control Signals Below is a description of the interface operation Generator Control On Off Signal The Generator Control On Off signal GEN CNTL ON OFF indicates to the PS1 if the generator is available for automatic control ON or not available OFF The signal typically comes from a switch often named AUTO MAN or similar on the generator local control equipment however it may come from other types of control equipment In the OFF position the generator is controlled locally via its own c
32. Term Count the Long Term count is a continuous count of minor abnormal system events The count is reduced by one every 6 hours H Limits may be set for each of these counts An Urgent alarm will be generated if the S Term count exceeds the configured limits see 5 3 2 1 Advanced User Settings The system will shutdown for 15 minutes and then restart to clear the problem A Non Urgent alarm will be generated if the L Term threshold is exceeded The system will not shutdown due to this threshold Pressing RESET will clear both counters to zero and clear the alarms See event information in Appendix F2 View Diagnostics gt H Sys Shtdwn the System Shutdown will be one if the PS1 is in shutdown state and zero if the PS1 is operational An automatic system restart will be attempted 15 minutes after shutdown Sys Shtdwn Ovr Load Count EE Ovr Load Count the Over Load count is the number of inverter overloads The counter is reduced by one 1 every 15 minutes and hence is an indication of recent inverter overloads H These counters cannot be reset by the user View Diagnostics gt gt Software version information This information will be required when reporting any issues V1 xx 10kW 48V PS1 RAP xx 28 02 05 PREV NEXT Pressing KA at this point will return you to the start of the View Readings screens pressing will return you to the top
33. The PS1 shuts down automatically for the following conditions which should be investigated e Overload e DC over voltage and under voltage e Excessive battery discharge e Over temperature Check if the PS1 front panel LEDs indicate a problem and take the recommended action as described in 4 7 Front Panel LEDs The 5 2 1 View Readings and 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics may provide information regarding the shutdown cause If the problem continues record the front panel LED status and contact your supplier for further instructions DC Circuit Breaker Trips DC Circuit Breaker trip may be due to battery under voltage It may also be caused by a combination of low battery voltage and a sustained AC overload Check if the front panel LEDs indicate a problem and take the recommended action as described in 4 7 Front Panel LEDs The DC Circuit Breaker trip may be due to a very high DC current which cannot be controlled electronically The PS1 will stop operating and may be faulty Record the front panel LED status and contact your supplier for further instructions Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 46 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 7 4 AC Power Problems If the power fluctuates lights go bright or dim but don t go out e Check the PS1 front panel LEDs and Event log for information on the cause e The generator output may be varying due to poor generator condition or switching on an
34. Time hrs Absorb Time mins minimum time in the Absorption stage of the battery charging cycle once Absorb Chrg V is reached Eqlise Time hrs time in the Equalisation stage of the battery charging cycle See B1 Battery Charger Operation Note Equalisation Time elapses when the battery voltage is between Eqlise Chrg V and Eqlise Limit V g Note These settings are configured at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 30 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger H Chrg End A 15m Eqlise Limit V Chrg Max Hrs g View Settings gt Chrg End A 15m Charge End Amperes per 15 minutes A slow rate of charge of the battery charging current is an indicator that the battery is no longer able to absorb much of the charge current If the rate of change of the battery charge current falls below this level the Bulk and Absorption stages of the battery charging cycle will end and the charge cycle will enter the next stage Eqlise Limit V Equalise Limit Voltage During battery equalization the battery voltage will not be allowed to exceed this limit Chrg Max Hrs maximum time allowed for each battery charge cycle to complete After this duration the current charge cycle stage will be terminated See B1 Battery Charger Operation Note These settings are configured at the time of
35. User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 6 SPLECTronic PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger User Manual Document PC0004 Revision 02 Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 1 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Foreword Thank you for purchasing a Selectronic PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger The PS1 has been designed and manufactured to exacting IS09001 standards by people with many years experience in providing solutions to alternative and remote power needs Combined with a suitable generator and batteries the PS1 will provide you with reliable power 24 hours a day The quality of power the PS1 produces is as good as if not better than normal grid electricity A powerful microprocessor combined with low RDS ON MOSFETS utilises Pulse Width Modulation to develop a low distortion precise Sine Wave output Componentry used within the PS1 has been generously proportioned to ensure safe and reliable operation for many years If not understood the PS1 can be a very complex product please read this document thoroughly before attempting to use the PS1 or request service It is extremely important that you and your installer follow all of the instructions set out in this document failure to do so may void your warranty Ensure you return your warranty information promptly and complete all details The PS1 has been thoroughly tested before leaving
36. able power to the AC load and any excess is stored in the battery for later usage If the battery is fully charged and the DC load is not on the excess is wasted the renewable power is reduced or disconnected by the regulator Such waste can be reduced by reducing the level to which the generator charges the battery or particularly for solar renewable by not running the generator in the morning If battery charging is in progress and renewable output increases sufficiently to cause the generator charge power to become negative when averaged over 2 minutes the PS1 terminates the charge cycle If equalize charging was in progress it is terminated and rescheduled for the next day Such conditions occur when renewable output exceeds the sum of the load demand plus the required charge power C1 Renewable Connection As shown in the diagram below the regulator output and the battery are connected in parallel via the PS1 Shunt 1 which may be used to measure the renewable current Figure 10 Renewable Connection Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 60 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix D Inverter External Alarm The PS1 provides a single alarm output which can be wired to an external alarm buzzer or light etc An urgent alarm is indicated by a continuous ON condition and a non urgent alarm is indicated by a slow intermittent ON condition If the PS1 is shutdown or OFF the urgent al
37. arm output is be asserted NON URGENT conditions can be prevented from raising the alarm via the LCD displays see 5 3 2 1 Advanced User Settings Alarm Out setting The URGENT and NON URGENT alarms are also separately indicated on the front panel LEDs see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs Short term and long term event counters are provided and the users may set limits for each to generate alarms Refer to settings S Term Count and L Term Count 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics and S Term Limit and L Term Limit 5 3 2 1 Advanced User Settings Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 61 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix E Specifications E1 Product Specifications Parameter 1 Produet _ O o S sea Psoe RECHERCHER 5kW 6kW 10kW 11kW 12kW generator generator generator generator generator output output output output output 42A 46A 50A generator generator generator current current current Maximum continuous output interactive mode 25 C 21A 25A Maximum continuous AC output generator generator current current current max max max max 63A max 63A 125A 125A 125A Maximum continuous DC input output current 250A DC 150A DC 250A DC 120A DC DC input inverter in auto search no 9 GAMSW 0 3A 15W 0 3A 15W 0 12A 15W AC load 7 lt 25A lt 1 35A lt 1 9A Auto search sensitivity range 5 40W 5 40W 5 40W 5 40W 240 1 240 1 240
38. ating mistakes and consequences arising therefrom This product is not to be used for Life Support equipment Manufacturers Details E SELECTrONIC Selectronic Australia Pty Ltd Suite 5 20 Fletcher Rd Mooroolbark VIC 3138 Australia Ph 61 3 9727 6600 Fax 61 3 9727 6601 www selectronic com au O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 5 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Contents FOMQWOUGE ciccctiicsiscssececiecst stiecestvesceietssecsessecsdielstaxsnncecvessdelinccnsusestetusdessice unasvsdlasctsssiedeatcasvazerse 2 WAI E 3 About This Manual seccisssctsccescecscssecssncesdsnuseasncuecartadensteiesunsdscenueasesasesouvaucesaneseeasunsuadeaucanesunie 4 Warning E 5 Manufacturers Dette GA geueebee erer be breeeetgen cotunitsusivacenassnsratcudiviacctieteacctnne 5 Contents aeiscscenstevcecicetststetsocevenecsscssstececdesacssocenatecusdexstsVedunsesdvaueusedsseveusetsversstsesseebceedesncteenaers 6 1 PRECAUTIONS AM Santee EE 8 EE We 8 1 2 UPS TPAULO resa EE 8 13 BEEN E 8 2 General Guidehnesuuunasdssgrm saadan Amik ebekdd kane 9 A PS1 Power System Overview ruvnrsvnnnnnnvnnnvnnvnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnennnnnnennnnnnvnnnnnnennnne 10 4 e e EE 11 4 1 To switch Inverter ON 11 4 2 To switch Inverter OFF 12 4 3 Starting the Generator from PS1 anevnenrnnvnnavnnvrnarnnvnnvennvnnnnennnnnnnarnnvannennennnenne 12 4 4 Stopping the Generator from PD 12 45 Manual Battery Equali
39. attery does not charge properly e Check that the battery charging requirements are correctly set up in the PS1 see Appendix B Battery Management e Check that the solar regulator is correctly set up If the solar does not appear to be doing much The solar regulator may be set too low Check LEDs and readings The battery is not operating correctly Physically inspect the battery check for loose connections Monitor the battery voltage as heavy loads supplied by the PS1 are turned on and off Check the voltage on each battery making up the battery bank to see if there are cells not fully charged or not accepting charge Measure voltages on each cell battery at different times in the charge discharge cycle Just after charge has started say after 10 minutes in mid charge just before end of charge ten minutes after discharge starts mid discharge and just before recharge starts Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 47 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix A Generator Management For generator details please refer to the documentation supplied with it The PS1 connects to the generator via Generator Control Interface as described in A4 Generator Control Interface The PS1 may be configured to automatically control the generator as required to supply the load and charge the attached battery or to allow manual control of the generator by the user Generally automatic control of
40. be an issue for example However the generator will start in this period if the battery state of charge warrants it If the battery state of charge falls below Level 3 SoC during the level 3 period then the generator will be started and will run until the Level 2 SoC is reached and the minimum generator run time has expired Gen Min Run min Setting this parameter to Zero will disable charging based on Level 3 SoC Charging based on SoC can be totally disabled using Set SoC Gen Min Run min30 Gen Min Run min30 gt By 240 gt By S 240 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Gen Min Run min Generator Minimum Run minutes sets the minimum time the generator will run if it is automatically started for any reason This prevents excessive starting and stopping of the generator that can be detrimental to its reliability and efficiency This minimum run time should be set according to the generator manufacturers recommendation Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 39 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 3 2 1 Advanced User Settings Load Search Disable Load Search Disable PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt Load Search Options Enable Disable Enabling Load Search places the PS1 into Power Save mode The PS1 pulses the load every second and switches ON the AC output continuou
41. bsorb Time mins 30 Alarm Out 40 61 Backup Run Schedule 52 Backup Run Schedule Run Dur A 37 Backup Run Schedule Start Time A 37 Backup Run Schedule Time 33 Backup Time A 34 Backup Time C 35 Backup Time D 35 Batt Amps 20 Batt In kWh 25 Batt Out kWh 25 Batt Size Ah 20 21 26 Batt SoC 20 21 Batt Volts 20 Battery C 22 Begin Lvl 1 Hr 29 38 48 54 Begin Lvl 2 Hr 29 39 49 Begin Lvl 3 Hr 29 39 49 Bulk Chrg A 30 Bulk Chrg V 29 58 Bulk Time mins 30 58 Chrg End A 15m 31 Chrg Max Hrs 31 Days to Eqlise 22 Delta Gen Hz 23 Eqlise Chrg A 30 Eqlise Chrg V 29 58 Eqlise Freq Day 58 Eqlise Limit V 31 58 Eqlise Time hrs 30 58 Float Hold V 26 Gen Hz 22 23 Gen kVAr 23 57 Gen kW 21 23 Gen kWh 25 Gen Run Schedule 52 Gen Run Schedule Run Dur A 36 Gen Run Schedule Start Time A 36 Gen Run Schedule Start Time 33 Gen VAC 22 46 Gen Avail kW 23 Selectronic Australia 2005 Gen Max kW 26 Gen Min Load kW 32 49 Gen Min Run min 31 32 39 49 53 Gen Start V1 27 Gen Start V2 27 Heatsink C 22 Init Chrg A 30 58 Init Chrg V 29 58 Init Time mins 30 58 Internal C 22 Inv Amps 21 Inv Hz 22 Inv kVAr 23 57 Inv kW 21 23 Inv VAC 22 47 Inv Hrs to OFF 41 42 Inv Shtdwn SoC 28 Inv ShtdwnV1 27 Inv ShtdwnV2 27 L Term Count 24 41 L Term Limit 41 Level 1 SoC 28 48 Level 2 SoC 28 Level 3 SoC 28 49 Load kW 20 21 Load kW
42. buting charge See B1 Battery Charger Operation to the battery The battery charging for details process is presently in the Initial Bulk p or Absorption phases of charging SI Slow Float No action required Flash The Generator is contributing charge See B1 Battery Charger Operation EHE to the battery The battery charging for details process is presently in the Float phase Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 16 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Fast Equalise No action required Flash The Generator is contributing charge See B1 Battery Charger Operation II to the battery The battery charging for details process is presently in the Equalise phase OFF The Generator is not contributing If Generator contribution is expected charge to the battery See 87 Troubleshooting ON Battery Discharge See 7 Troubleshooting Indicates the PS1 has shutdown due to excessively discharged battery Slow Low DC Refer to LED 7 for generator Flash Indicates the PS1 has shutdown due availability a to battery under voltage This usually Check the battery voltage in View occurs when the generator is Readings display unavailable to charge the battery Note the battery voltage reading may lo rise substantially higher due to Q reduced load when the PS1 is UI a shutdown Fast High DC Check the battery voltage and causes Flash Indicate
43. cess Ahr 152 Normal charge end 154 Abnormal Equalise end excess Ahr 155 Abnormal charge end reverse Generator power 174 Run time completed in non preferred period 175 Generator run request after overload shutdown 176 Emergency reset amp Generator run battery very low 180 Skipped midnight shutdown load high 181 Skipped midnight shutdown equalise in progress 195 DC Circuit Breaker open inverter shutdown 197 Scheduled generator start 200 Inverter fault shutdown 15V supply fail 201 Power board MOSFET control shutdown 202 CB open shutdown current sustained after disable Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 66 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 203 Heatsink temperature high shutdown 204 TX temperature high shutdown 206 Generator contactor fault 207 Processor turning power off 210 Overcharge adjusted 211 Undercharge adjusted 215 Battery temperature senor FAILED 216 Battery temperature senor OK 220 Scheduled Generator stop 221 Backup Generator start 222 Backup Generator stop 223 Self test fail 226 Generator request ignored Generator not in auto 227 Setting store detected write failure 228 Setting store cleared write failure 229 Inverter out of service 230 Bulk charge started 231 Absorb charge started 232 Absorb charge complete 233 Charge stage timeout 234 Equalise state aborted 240 Manual mode Inverter auto disconnect from Generator 241 Over temperature Gen
44. d off heavy loads Check the generator voltage reading Gen VAC via the PS1 LCD e The PS1 output may be varying due to switching on and off heavy loads Check the output voltage reading Inv VAC via the LCD If the power goes off for short periods 1 second to a few minutes e Check the PS1 front panel LEDs and Event log for information on the cause e The PS1 may be in Power Save mode and the load is too small to detect In this mode the PS1 pulses the output until a load is detected Check the PS1 front panel LEDs and settings Load Search and Load Search W e The PS1 may be shutting down due to overload or low DC voltage and periodically attempting restarts If the PS1 is shutting down switch off any heavy loads that may be causing the shut down If the PS1 is shutting down due to low DC voltage check generator availability and reasons for the generator not starting such as flat start battery or no fuel If the power goes off for longer periods 10 minutes to many hours e Check the PS1 front panel LEDs and Event log for information on the cause e PS1 shutdown due to low DC voltage and no generator available to charge e S Term Count may be exceeding limit due to some system problem Check S Term count and Event log for information Reset S Term Count if necessary 7 5 Battery Problems Batteries are very dangerous Please read the safety information provided by the battery supplier and the information in 1 Precautions and Safety B
45. d A 15m The Absorption stage is then started During stage 3 Absorption the PS1 supplies a constant current Absorb Chrg A to the battery while ensuring Absorb Chrg Vis not exceeded The Absorption stage will continue for Absorb Time mins At completion of this stage the charger will enter the Float stage unless a battery Equalise cycle is due in which case an Equalise cycle will complete before entering Float During stage 4 Float the PS1 attempts to hold the battery voltage at Float Hold v Periodically as set by Eqlise Freq Day the PS1 performs a equalise charge in which the battery is held at a higher voltage between Eqlise Chrg Vand Eqlise Limit V for several hours Eqlise Time hrs This restores to full charge any partially discharged cells in the series battery bank To disable the Equalise function Eqlise Time hrs maybeset to zero The Equalise cycle will be automatically delayed by one day for each day the battery has been in Float for time set during installation Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 58 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger B2 Temperature Compensation The PS1 monitors the battery temperature via the sensor provided and compensates the charge voltage set points for improved battery management This improves battery performance and prevents battery overheating The battery temperature sensor is mounted in thermal contact with the centre of the side of a batter
46. d DC battery voltage SC This figure may rise substantially during charging and Batt Soc fall soon after charging ends Load kW Batt Amps is the net measured battery dc current including inverter current and shunt currents Positive current charges battery negative current discharges battery It is possible for this figure to be negative whilst the generator is running if the inverter and generator are both supplying the load H Batt SoC is the estimated battery state of charge as a percentage of Batt Size Ah setting The value is near 100 when the battery is in a high state of charge and will decrease as the battery is discharged During charging the value may go above 100 this will be reset to 100 at completion of the charge cycle See B3 Battery State of Charge SoC Load kw is the measured AC power currently delivered to the load This is regardless of generator or inverter supplying the load Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 20 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger H View Readings gt Load kWh Day measured average energy used Toad kWh Day per day for the past seven days The lower the Load kW number the less fuel you will use See Gen kW 5 2 2 Summary Readings for accumulated load ER energy total Load kW is the measured AC power currently delivered to the load If both the generator and Inverter are supplying the
47. dings of measured system cumulative energy see 5 2 2 Summary Readings e View system settings see 5 2 3 View Settings e View and change Generator schedules see 5 2 4 Generator Schedules e Change settings to adjust the system operation see 5 User Edit Menus e View system diagnostics such as battery and inverter temperatures and event counters see 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics e View logged events see 5 2 4 Event Log e Manually start and stop the generator see 4 6 User Interface 4 6 1 Pushbuttons amp Navigation Four pushbuttons are used to navigate the menu structure and select settings The functionality of each button is context sensitive The LCD displays the button function directly above the relevant Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 13 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger button depending on the particular menu being accessed In general the UP and DOWN buttons EJ KZ are used to scroll through available screens the OK button EIF is used to select a particular screen or option and the MENU button MI is used to exit the current screen and return to the top level of the particular menu structure In screens without button function information displayed eg within View Readings the UP and DOWN buttons EN EN may be used to scroll through the available screens the MENU button men may be used to exit the curr
48. e Backup Times must be used in sequence An unused Backup Time disables subsequent Backup Times Pressing EA at this point will return you to the start of the Generator Schedules screens pressing will return you to the top level menu After pressing menu you can now press ER to advance to the next menu 5 3 User Edit Menus This series of three menus allow you to change system settings and generator start stop schedules The settings provided in these screens are sufficient to tailor the day to day system operation Familiarity with the use of these settings will allow you to meet your changing system needs The menus are Change Settings Advanced Settings and Change Schedules Settings may be changed by selecting EDIT while in the appropriate setting screen A symbol will appear near the setting to be changed Use the INC increase and DEC decrease keys to change the setting Use the OK key to implement and store the change Use the CNCL cancel key to reject the change If no key is pressed for 10 seconds the EDIT screen will be exited without changing the setting O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 35 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 3 1 Change Generator Schedules The generator run times can be scheduled to meet regular heavy load periods such as meal times or other periods of high demand Two schedule types are available each with four con
49. e Generator Not Available LED see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs is OFF indicating the generator is available for automatic control 2 Ifthe LED is ON or flashing the generator has a problem which must be rectified before this procedure will start the generator 3 Press the front panel OK button EIF for at least one second then release it The generator will start and after a short period the Inv Sync LED see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs on the front panel will flash The internal Generator Contactor will automatically close to supply the load Depending on the time of day the generator will automatically switch of either with Gen Min Run Time or when the batteries are full 4 4 Stopping the Generator from PS1 1 Check that the Generator Not Available LED is OFF indicating the generator is available for automatic control 2 Ifthe LED is ON control of the generator is switched OFF from the generator controller or switch This must be switched ON before this procedure will start or stop the generator 3 Press the front panel OK button EIF for at least one second then release it The generator will be disconnected and power will be supplied to the load via the PS1 Note that some generators will continue to run for a short period as a cool down period this does not affect the PS1 4 5 Manual Battery Equalise 1 A manual battery equalise can be scheduled for the next generator charging cycle by depressing the MENU button menu fo
50. eatsink Transformer C temperature of 50 C start the generator and transfer Ee 7 S load at 70 C and shut down at a heatsink EE temperature of 100 C The inverter will restart at 85 C Transformer C measured internal transformer temperature The PS1 will start the fans at transformer temperature of 70 C start the generator and transfer load at 100 C and shut down ata transformer temperature of 130 C The inverter will restart at 115 C Battery C measured battery temperature from the battery temperature sensor The reading is used to compensate battery charge settings See B2 Temperature Compensation H Internal C measured internal temperature If shutdown temperatures are approached refer to tha tranhlachaatina coastian Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 22 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger See 7 3 Inverter Start Stop Shutdown View Diagnostics gt H Inv kW is the measured AC output power from the inverter Inv kVAr is the measured reactive power from the inverter Gen kw is the measured AC power from the generator bes Gen kVAr is the measured reactive power from the generator View Diagnostics gt Gen Avail kw is the estimated power available from the generator based on the Gen Max kW H Ge GE ES setting and the variation of generator output voltage Delto Gen iis and frequency
51. ed in the generator or site documentation If the signal becomes active the PS1 stops the generator The PS1 front panel LEDs will indicate Gen Fault see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs When the generator fault is fixed and the GEN FAULT signal becomes inactive the PS1 will be restart the generator see A3 Generator Fault Recovery Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 55 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger The LOW FUEL signal indicates that the fuel tank needs filling as soon as possible If the signal becomes active the PS1 raises a Non Urgent alarm see Appendix D Inverter External Alarm The NO FUEL signal indicates that the generator is out of fuel If the signal becomes active the PS1 stops the generator and raises an Urgent alarm see Appendix D Inverter External Alarm The PS1 front panel LEDs will indicate Gen Abnormal Stop see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs A5 Synchronisation Whenever the generator and PS1 are both operating the PS1 automatically synchronises to the generator adjusts its AC voltage and frequency to match the generator output and controls the power flow as described below This occurs regardless of how the generator started manually or automatically The PS1 will not synchronise to the generator nor close its relevant contactor if the generator AC voltage or frequency is out of tolerance Once synchronised the PS1 will close the Generator Contactor and the front
52. el should open the PS1 front door Do not operate with the door open No procedures in this manual require the PS1 front door to be opened For safety reasons all normal PS1 operations by users are performed with the door closed This includes the front panel operation of all PS1 pushbuttons displays and circuit breakers The PS1 requires adequate ventilation away from hot equipment Do not obstruct the airflow through the ventilation holes in the PS1 case sides and door top The PS1 must be located in a dry place away from water electrolyte and corrosive aerosols If the PS1 is wall mounted the mounting method must be in accordance with the installation instructions using the fasteners specified in the PS1 Technical Manual The PS1 contains arcing contacts so must not be located where explosive gas mixtures could occur such as hydrogen from batteries or diesel fuel fumes Installation requirements are defined in the PS1 Technical Manual 1 2 PS1 Auto restart WARNING The PS1 automatically restarts and may restore power or start the generator at any time If a fault or overload is detected the PS1 will shutdown and automatically attempt to restart at varying intervals of up to several hours Never work on equipment or investigate a problem without following appropriate safety isolation procedures including turning off isolating switches and disconnecting the generator start battery AN 1 3 Battery Batteries are very dangerous
53. ent menu and return to the associated top level menu The OK button EJ may be used to start stop the generator see 84 3 Starting the Generator from PS1 4 7 Front Panel LEDs Several LEDs are provided on the PS1 front panel to indicate operation and system fault conditions as described below Each LED uses steady state and two flash rates to show various conditions LED Flash Rate Legend alow Fast LED ON k e 0 2sON No Flash Sie 0 2s OFF ME System OK BR E System Fault 1 I mere Fault MMB Inv Standalone 8 E inv Sync I I Um Bower Save RAPS 10kW 48V 16 59 E Renewable Charging W Wi Float I I I Equalise View Readings EE Generator Charging Wi W Float I I I Equalise EE Battery Discharge Wi E Low DC I I Hoh DC DREVINEYT OK ENT HS Overtemp BR E Gen Freq Error I I I Gen Volt Error EE Gen Not Available Wi Wi Gen Fault I I 1 Gen Abnormal Stop EE Non Urgent Alarm W MUrgentAlarm 1 E I Charge Required EEE PRESS amp HOLD for GEN START STOP el SELECTrONIC PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger WARNING Multiple Hazardous Energy Sources Ensure that all energy sources are isolated before working on the connected wiring CIRCUIT BREAKERS GENERATOR Figure 3 Front Panel LEDs Designed and Manufactured in Australia When the PS1 is switched on via its ON OFF pushbutton all the LEDs illuminate briefly then display an upward moving flashing pattern while the PS1 performs a self test to check for in
54. ents alarms generator start stop etc for analysis of system operation and troubleshooting The PS1 is protected against fault conditions such as over voltage and over current and on start up performs a self test for internal faults The PS1 can supply short term overloads larger than its continuous load rating and continues to supply fault over current for up to 10 seconds to trip external circuit breakers The PS1 automatically recovers from faults whenever possible Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 10 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 4 Quick Start This section contains the basic procedures required to perform the most fundamental PS1 functions Users should read section 1 and section 3 prior to performing these procedures 4 1 To switch Inverter ON If not already closed close the Generator AC Circuit Breaker switch Up 2 If not already closed close the Load Circuit Breaker switch Up 3 Press the front panel ON OFF button for one second then release it All LEDs illuminate briefly then display an upward moving flashing pattern while the PS1 performs a self test If the LEDs remain off the PS1 failed to start If the PS1 was shut down from an abnormal cause it may be necessary to operate the ON OFF button again if the PS1 does not start 4 When the LCD displays Please close DC CB close the DC Circuit Breaker if not already closed switch Up On successful
55. erator Start Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 67 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix G Menu Navigation Event Log EVNT MENU ZA Generator Schedules Change Settings Hania J yee PE Fine More Settings OK MENU Adv Settings PREV NEXT More Adv Settings Edit Schedules Schedules Edit Adv Settings DIT OK PREVINEXT Edit Adv Settings More Schedules DIT OK EDIT OK PREV NEXT een More Diagnostics Edit Schedules O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 68 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix H Revisions and Changes H1 Revisions to this Document Revision Date Description 01 31 Mar 2005 Initial release 02 31 May 2005 Updated specification manual equalise H2 Software Version Applicability This manual is applicable to the following software versions Versions Description 2 AD 2 BD Initial release 2 CD 2 DD Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 69 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Intentionally Blank Page Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 70 of 71 6 SPLECTIOnIc Important Warranty Registration Selectronic Australia considers the reliability of your power
56. ery adding its power output to that of the generator see A1 3 Generator Start AC Load Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 48 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC The PS1 may be configured to start the generator to charge the battery based on the battery State of Charge SoC This method of generator control is recommended to efficiently and reliably maintain the battery charge The battery SoC is estimated by the PS1 and displayed as a percentage of the battery capacity and represented throughout this manual and in the menu system by the symbol SoC See B3 Battery State of Charge SoC for a details of state of charge estimation A daily profile of preferred generator start times and battery charge levels may be configured to allow the PS1 to automatically start and stop the generator The profile provides the flexibility to accommodate for individual site characteristics such as renewable availability usage patterns and generator noise considerations Several PS1 settings are configured to divide the day into three periods refer Figure 6 e Preferred Hour The one hour when it is most preferable to run the generator This is a period starting at Begin Lvl 1 Hr typically about 5 or 6pm During this period the generator is started if the battery is discharged below Level 1 SoC tocharge the battery for overnight e Preferred Period The pe
57. es can be wired in parallel The PS1 automatic control enable signal GEN_CNTL ON OFF from the generator switch must be in the ON position See A1 2 Generator Scheduling The Remote Run switch operates as follows e A switch closure longer than 0 5 seconds and shorter than 2 seconds causes the PS1 to start the generator Another such closure stops it else it is stopped automatically when the battery reaches full charge and any sustained large load ceases The switch is typically a non latching pushbutton e A switch closure longer than 2 seconds causes the PS1 to start the generator and stop it when the switch is opened The switch is typically a latching toggle Regardless of how the generator is started manually or automatically while the generator is running the PS1 automatically charges the battery whenever sufficient generator power is available and when fully charged will hold the battery in float charge A3 Generator Fault Recovery If the PS1 fails three consecutive times to detect significant generator voltage for one minute after a generator start or if voltage is detected but fails to synchronise for five minutes a Generator Fault alarm will be asserted The PS1 will then use the following sequence of generator start attempts e After 15 minutes e After 1 hour e Daily atthe Begin Lvl 1 Hr or 12 noon if Begin Lvl 1 Hris disabled A Gen Fail event will be generated and logged each time a start attempt fails Note To allow the P
58. figurable start times and durations A normal Gen Run Schedule Gen Run Schedule Start Time A D for daily generator running and a Gen Backup Schedule Backup Run Schedule Time A D for emergency generator running if the PS1 shuts down for an extended period For further details of Generator Schedules see A1 2 Generator Scheduling This submenu allows access to change the generator run schedule and the backup schedule Gen Run Schedule Start Time A 24 00 gt 0 00 lt EDIT MENU INC DEC Gen Run Schedule Start Time A gt 0 00 lt PREV NEXT 24 00 OK CNCL Generator Schedules gt Change Schedule Gen Run Schedule Start Time A This menu allows a regular generator start schedule to be set The generator will start at the set time and run for Run Dur A duration see next menu There are three other identical menus Start Time B Start Time Cand Start Time D allowing four run periods per day Note 1 The Start Time must be used in sequence A to D An unused Start Time disables subsequent start times Gen Run Schedule Run Dur A 0 00 gt PREV NEXT lt EDIT MENU Gen Run Schedule Run Dur A gt INC DEC 4 00 OK CNCL Generator Schedules gt Change Schedule Gen Run Schedule Run Dur A Run Duration A sets the run duration for Start Time A generator schedule There are three other identical menus Run Dur B Run Dur Cand Run Dur D allowing four run periods per day The gene
59. ge Generator Schedules RAPS 10kW 48V Generator Schedules PREV NEXT OK Generator Schedules gt Start Time A scheduled generator start time A Start Time A Run Dur A hrs generator run duration from start Run Dur A hrs i time A Start Time B Run Dur B hrs Start Time B scheduled generator start time B Run Dur B hrs generator run duration from start time B H Note 1 Zero duration disables the associated start time unless Auto Stop is enabled in which case the generator will run until the battery charge cycle is complete and all other stop criteria are met See SA1 4 Generator Automatic Stopping Note 2 The Start Time must be used in sequence An unused Start Time disables subsequent start times Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 33 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger H Start Time C Run Dur C hrs Start Time D Run Dur D hrs H Generator Schedules gt Start Time C scheduled generator start time C Run Dur C hrs generator run duration from start time C Start Time D scheduled generator start time D Run Dur D hrs generator run duration from start time D Note 1 Zero duration disables the associated start time unless Auto Stop is enabled in which case the generator will run until the battery charge cycle is complete and all other stop criteria are met See A1 4 Generator Automatic
60. h 25 Load kWh Day 21 Load Search 40 47 Load Search W 32 40 47 Ovr Load Count 24 Passcode 42 Run Dur A hrs 33 Run Dur B hrs 33 Run Dur C hrs 34 35 Run Dur D hrs 34 35 S Term Count 24 41 S Term Limit 41 Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop 37 53 Set SoC 38 39 Shunt I Amp 21 Shunt 1 kWh 25 Shunt 2 Amp 21 Shunt 2 kWh 25 Start Time A 33 Start Time B 33 Start Time C 34 Start Time D 34 Sync Tol VAC 26 Sys Shtdwn 24 Time Set Hour 38 Time Set Min 38 Transformer C 22 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 64 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger F2 Event Definitions Generator did not start when required Generator started but inverter could not synchronise Illegal Scheduler state Reset Scheduler Illegal Generator Control state Reset Generator Control Illegal Inverter state Reset inverter Generator did not shutdown when required Generator manually started via front panel control Generator manually stopped via front panel control Generator not under inverter control 10 Generator under inverter control 13 Hardware DC over current 14 Hardware bridge over current shutdown 15 Hardware DC over voltage shutdown 17 Control PCA initiated shutdown 18 Software initiated shutdown 19 Power PCA initiated shutdown 20 Sustained shutdown input 21 Recurring shutdown input 22 12T 10 sec overload shutdown 23 Sustained current limit shutdown 25 Command port overflow 26 12T 32 sec
61. he battery temperature varies from 20 C see B2 Temperature Compensation Note 2 These settings are configured at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 29 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger View Settings gt Init Chrg A is the maximum possible charge current during the Initial stage of the battery charging Init Chrg A Bulk Chrg A cycie Bulk Chrg A is the maximum possible charge current during the Bulk stage of the battery charging cycle Absorb Chrg A Eqlise Chrg A Absorb Chrg A is the maximum possible charge current during the Absorption stage of the battery charging cycle H Eqlise Chrg A is the maximum possible charge current during the Equalisation stage of the battery charging cycle See B1 Battery Charger Operation Note 1 These currents are the total charge current to the battery from both the generator and the renewable source combined Note 2 These settings are configured at the time of installation and cannot be changed from the User menus View Settings gt gt Init Time mins time in the Initial stage of the battery charging cycle once Init Chrg V is reached Init Time mins Bulk Time mins Bulk Time mins minimum time in the Bulk stage of the battery charging cycle once Bulk Chrg V is reached Absorb Time mins Eqlise
62. ing Procedures 6 1 Routine Monitoring of Operation The following items should be monitored on a regular basis e Battery Voltage this should NEVER be below the nominal system voltage e g 24v 48v or 120v e Battery SoC a high average figure will maintain battery life e The average daily energy supplied to the load Load kWh Day the lower this figure is the less re charging will have to take place this will maximize battery life e Event Log expected events e Event Log unexpected events e System temperatures the lower the better e Short Term and Long Term event counts 6 2 Routine Maintenance e Cleaning vents e Five yearly refurbishment 6 3 Changing Configuration Settings The following is recommended when adjusting system settings e Record existing settings for the parameters about to be changed e Change the minimum set of parameters at any one time then check for expected results 6 4 System Shutdown If the system is to be left unattended with the power off e Turn off the inverter e Isolate battery from the inverter e Isolate the solar array or other renewable from the inverter Your installer will provide details of how to do this 6 5 Operating Without the Generator If the generator is not available the following recommendations should be followed to conserve the battery e Turn on Load Search see 5 3 2 1Advanced User Settings The PS1 will pulse the output voltage and only supply continuo
63. ing strategy depends on individual site requirements In systems with high solar contribution the Begin Lvl 2 hr could be delayed until later to provide an opportunity for solar to charge the battery see Figure 6 below Level 1 SoC Level 1 SoC Gen start Level 2 SoC Level 3 SoC 60 Ke H HM H Ei ei m H ci H E i 4 ER G i Gq al H 2 Q f D Q D 3 Q D EH O I g D ke p Z Non preferred Period Preferred Hour Preferred Period Figure 6 Typical Generator Day High Solar O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 50 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger In a generator charger system or systems with low solar contribution this period would begin early in the morning to start the generator and replace the charge used overnight see Figure 7 below Level 2 Soc Level 1 SoC SoC Gen start Gen start KW Generator power Power Begin Lvl2 Hr Non preferred 12 00 Braiena Hour 24 00 Period l Preferred Period Figure 7 Typical Generator Day Low Solar Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 51 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Figure 8 illustrates a system with levels and times unsuited to the load requirements resulting in failure to charge the battery adequately to accommodate the overnight load The battery SoC falls below the Level 3 threshold and the generator is
64. ing the Level 3 time typically late night and early morning is higher than expected but not high enough to keep the generator running permanently there may be multiple starts and stops as the battery becomes discharged and is partly recharged Increase the generator minimum run time to increase the amount of battery recharge before stopping hence reduce the number of starts and stops Check the load levels to see if they have increased during the level 3 part of the day 4 The battery is not operating correctly see 7 5 Battery Problems If the generator runs longer than normal or expected This is generally because system load has increased or the renewable input from solar has decreased It could also be because the battery efficiency has fallen off with age or cell failure in the battery Use the event log to establish load levels and reasons for generator starts and stops see 5 4 Event Log Use the View Readings menu to check measured values particularly the accumulated battery energy in and energy out totals These will have to be recorded over a week to see the change in the accumulated values It may be doing an Equalise charge which can take some hours to complete check if the Equalise LED is flashing Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 45 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger There may be a sustained load on the system Check to see that appliances have not been left on
65. m problems The PS1 will automatically restart after 15 minutes The current event count S Term Count can be viewed and reset in the View Diagnostics menu The S Term Count is a continuous count capped at the S Term Limit value and reduced by one every 15minutes L Term Limit 15 L Term Limit 5 gt P lt 50 gt 1 lt 50 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt L Term Limit Long Term Limit sets the number of events within a long period that will assert a Non Urgent alarm The current event count L Term Count can be viewed and reset in the View Diagnostics menu The L Term Count is a continuous count to L Term Limit 2 reduced by one every 6 hours Inv SoC Cntl Enabled Inv SoC Cntl Enabled PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt Inv SoC Cntl Inverter State of Charge Control enables or disables generator automatic starting based on the battery state of charge If disable is selected it overrides and disables the settings for parameters Begin Lvl 1 Hr Level 1 SoC Begin Lvl2 Hr Level 2 SoC Begin Lvl 3 Hrand Level 3 SoC Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 41 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Inv Hrs to OFF72 Inv Hrs to OFF 72 gt Da lt 120 gt 0 lt 120 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt
66. nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnvennnnennnnnnnenn 60 C1 Renewable Connechon nee 60 Appendix D Inverter External Alarm rssvnnnvnnnvvnnnvnnnvnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennvennnennnnnnn 61 Appendix E Specifications wovccscisisciiwcscciccisissstesecestecaccinscvencovacdeveissacensnedsdessctesaceensnsvecsienss 62 E1 Product Specifications vnr vnr nrnnnrnrnnrrnnrrn ner nrnnnnnnnnensnenrnenennenenenrnennnne 62 E2 Standards Complance eae a a ae aaa E aee a a aE ARNa aa 63 APPENAIX F Definitions vssicsicniececeseeevescscavesescsscesserdienesesensceccsevsseesecenssssestevstesouedesessiusvesrssers 64 Fl Settings Index E 64 F2 Event Detmttons 2c ceccceccceesceecceeceeececeaeceeeceeeeceeeceeceeeseneesaeecaeesneeeeseeeeeenneeaas 65 Appendix G Menu Navigation rrsvrnnvnnnvnnnnvnnnvnnnnnnnnvnnnvnnnvnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 68 Appendix H Revisions and Changes ssvrrnvrrnvnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnsennvnnnnnnnnnenn 69 H1 Revisions to this Document ne 69 H2 Software Version Applcabiltv 69 Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 7 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 1 Precautions and Safety A 1 1 Pst Hazardous voltages and energy are generated by the PS1 are fed into the PS1 by external wiring from multiple sources and may be stored in capacitors after the PS1 is switched off and disconnected from external wiring Only suitably qualified and trained personn
67. nually via the controls at the generator Is the generator starting battery flat Slow Generator Fault Fix the generator problem Flash Indicates that the PS1 has stopped Refer to generator manufacturers Ba the generator because the generators documentation e GEN FAULT signal indicated a The PS1 will attempt to restart the generator fault generator in 15 minutes then see A4 Generator Control Interface Commence a generator restart or the PS1 could not start the sequence generator and will commence a A3 Generator Fault Recovery generator restart sequence A1 Generator Automatic Running Fast Generator Abnormal Stop Fix the generator problem Flash Indicates that the generator stopped Refer to generator manufacturers II unexpectedly while running under PS1 documentation control The most likely cause is that it Check whether the generators NO ran outot tuel FUEL signal is active see A4 Generator Control Interface which would cause the PS1 to stop the generator Refill the fuel tank OFF Normal Condition No action required ON Non Urgent Alarm Refer to other front panel LEDs Indicates conditions where the PS1 Readings and Diagnostics screens for system is functional but may require fault identification attention See 4 7 Front Panel LEDs Slow Urgent Alarm Refer to other front panel LEDs Flash Indicates the PS1 system is non Readings and Diagnostics screens for s i TI functional or is likely to shut do
68. oisture ingress faulty installation using the product ina manner which it is not intended vermin infestation improper voltage alteration which affects the reliability or performance of the unit but not attributable to faulty manufacture or faulty generator sets will not be covered under warranty In the event of the product being out of service the manufacturer shall bear no responsibility for any consequential losses or expenses The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any misleading or incorrect information conveyed by the salesperson or installer If service is required please contact your installer sales company first If your installation is signed off by a Selectronic Accredited PS1 installer your 12 month warranty will become 24 months If you wish to extend your warranty further please see the warranty form for details Refer Warranty Registration Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 3 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger About This Manual This User Manual PC0004 describes the operation of the PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger family Refer to Appendix H for document and software revision information A Technical Manual PC0009 is also available supporting PS1 installation maintenance and troubleshooting by suitably qualified and trained personnel only Appendices contain product specifications an index to system settings definition of events and a
69. on from these menus for remote diagnostic purposes Familiarly with this information while not mandatory for system operation will greatly enhance your ability to respond to any problems that may arise View Readings PREV NEXT Summary Readings PREV NEXT View Settings i PREV NEXT View Diagnostics Event Log MENUJEVNT E Fen User View Menus PREV NEXT Generator Schedules PREV NEXT Back to View Readings Figure 5 User Menus Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 19 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 2 User View Menus User View Menus allow viewing of the PS1 Readings Settings and Schedules To change Settings and Schedules see 5 3 User Edit Menus 5 2 1 View Readings The Readings screens provide measured and calculated values of all significant system parameters Most of the screens show four values They provide an extensive view of the systems operation and include measured values such as voltages and currents and values calculated by the PS1 from such measurements For convenience the readings are grouped with related readings hence some readings are repeated in a number of places The values shown below are for illustration purposes only actual values displayed will depend on PS1 operating conditions RAPS 10kW 48V View Readings PREV NEXT View Readings gt RP Batt Volts measure
70. ontinuous rating e Charging initiated by battery voltage battery state of charge or both e Shutdown on very low battery voltage battery state of charge or both e Temperature compensation of charging voltage based on battery temperature The PS1 may be configured to automatically start the generator when a battery charge cycle is required Refer to A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC for details of automatically running the generator to charge the battery based on the state of charge B1 Battery Charger Operation The PS1 charges the battery in a five stage cycle with each stage controlled by voltage current and time settings These settings are fully configurable in your unit however they should not require changing after initial installation unless some aspect of the battery installation changes The configured value of each setting can be viewed on the LCD display see 5 2 3 View Settings During stage 1 initial the PS1 charges at the initial charging current Init Chrg A until the battery voltage rises to the Initial Charge voltage Init Chrg V holds this voltage for Init Time mins then starts the Bulk stage During stage 2 Bulk the PS1 charges at the bulk charge current Bulk Chrg A until the Bulk Charge voltage Bulk Chrg V is reached then holds this voltage for at least Bulk Time mins and until the battery is approaching a high state of charge as indicated by the rate of change of charging current falling to Chrg En
71. ontrols and the PS1 will not try to start or stop it The front panel LEDs will indicate Gen Not Available see 4 7 Front Panel LEDs In the ON position the generator is available for automatic control by the PS1 see SA1 Generator Automatic Running for manual control via the PS1 OK pushbutton and remote control via the Remote Run input signal see A2 Generator Manual Running Note The PS1 may have been set up to not use this signal and assume the generator is always available for control and hence will ignore this signal Generator Start Stop Signals The PS1 uses the GEN RUN and GEN PULSE signals to start and stop the generator One or both of these signals may be used depending on the generator local control equipment and PS1 setup e f used the GEN RUN signal remains active while the generator is to run and remains inactive while the generator is not to run e If used the GEN PULSE signal becomes active for a short period pulse to start and to stop the generator and is otherwise inactive The duration of the pulse typically several seconds and the relative timing between the GEN RUN and GEN PULSE signals where both are used is determined by PS1 settings configured during installation Refer to the PS1 Technical Manual for further details Generator Status Signals The GEN FAULT signal indicates a generator fault such as low oil pressure or overheating The actual conditions and recommended action should be list
72. our factory however should any damage have occurred during transit please inform your installer supplier immediately We trust you get many years of trouble free operation from your PS1 Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 2 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Warranty Your Selectronic PS1 product is warranted by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from date of purchase to the original purchaser only The manufacturer will bear the cost of parts and labour to repair any faults found within the terms and period of this warranty Faulty product or parts must be returned to Melbourne Australia for claim under warranty No allowance is made for installers labour or travelling time required to disconnect or reinstall faulty parts Cost of freight to return parts to the customer within Australia only will be paid by the manufacturer method of freight used will be determined by the manufacturer Unless otherwise specified to the purchaser the benefits conferred by this voluntary warranty are additional to all other conditions warranties guarantees rights and remedies expressed or implied by the Trade Practices Act in your state or territory All installation and user conditions as set down in the instruction manual must be strictly adhered to failure to do so may void your warranty This product is not to be used for Life Support equipment Any faults caused by lightning water or m
73. panel LEDs will show Inv Sync Ifthe generator AC voltage or frequency become out of tolerance the PS1 will switch to standalone mode and try to resynchronize If unsuccessful for 5 minutes a Generator Fault alarm is asserted and an automatic restart sequence started To prevent the PS1 trying to stay synchronised to a generator that is spinning down before manually stopping the generator it is advisable to open the Generator Circuit Breaker and wait until the PS1 LEDs no longer show Inv Sync Similarly if the PS1 automatically stops the generator it will not try to re synchronise to the generator for several minutes while it spins down After this period if generator voltage is still detected at the PS1 resynchronization will be attempted A6 System Power Flow A1 5 No Generator PS1 switched ON While the PS1 and generator are both off the AC Contactor and Generator Contactor are both open If the PS1 is then switched on see 4 6 Inverter ON OFF Pushbutton it draws power from the renewable and battery to generate AC voltage at nominal voltage and frequency and closes its AC contactor to supply the load A1 6 PS1 ON Generator Started While the PS1 is on with no generator voltage present the AC Contactor remains closed and its Generator Contactor remains open If generator voltage is detected by the PS1 e g due to generator start up it synchronises to the generator voltage adjusts its AC voltage and frequency to match the generator ou
74. r at least one second Repeating this action will cancel the request Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 12 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 4 6 User Interface The PS1 Front panel includes a Liquid Crystal Display LCD and four associated pushbuttons EVEKIES pushbutton OM ON OFF Configuration Pushbuttons LCD Display for configuration and control of the PS1 plus one ON OFF HE System OK BR E System Fault 1 I I Inverter Fault MN Inv Standalone 8 E inv Sync I I Um Bower Save HE Renewable Charging 8 Ml Float I I I Equalise 9 Generator Charging W W Float I I HEqualise mm Battery Discharge Wi Mi LowDC I I Hoh DC EE Overtemp BR E Gen Freq Error I I I Gen Volt Error EE Gen Not Available Wi Mi Gen Fault I I I Gen Abnormal Stop EE Non Urgent Alarm W MUrgentAlarm 1 E I Charge Required HE EIER PRESS amp HOLD for GEN START STOP el SELECTONIC PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger WARNING Multiple Hazardous Energy Sources Ensure that all energy sources are isolated before working on the connected wiring CIRCUIT BREAKERS Designed and Manufactured in Australia GENERATOR Figure2 Inverter Pushbuttons The LCD display and pushbuttons are the main method of managing the PS1 they allow you to e View measured and calculated values such as battery voltage and load power Readings see 5 2 1 View Readings e View Summary Rea
75. rator will run for at least the configured duration and may keep running past the scheduled stop depending on the Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop setting see next setting Note 1 If Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop is disabled a zero duration disables the associated start time Note 2 If Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop is enabled a zero duration will allow the generator to start at the scheduled time and auto stop on completion of a battery charge cycle and system load conditions not longer require the generator to run Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 36 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Scheduled Gen Run Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop Disabled Auto Stop Disabled PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Generator Schedules gt Change Schedule Scheduled Gen Run Auto Stop Options Enabled Disabled If Auto Stop is disabled then the generator will run for the scheduled duration regardless of other factors If Auto Stop is enabled the generator may continue to run for longer than the configured duration including zero duration until the battery charge cycle is complete cycle and system load conditions not longer require the generator to run See A1 4Generator Automatic Stopping Backup Run Schedule Backup Run Schedule Start Time A j Start Time A gt 0 00 lt 24 00 gt 0 00 lt 24 00 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL
76. recommended that only diesel generators be used with a KW rating kVA x 1 2 of at least 30 greater than the PS1 The method of governing used on the generator is also critical mechanical governing Class A should be avoided with a preference to Class B mechanical governing or electronic governing e Generators must be maintained in good condition Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 9 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 3 PS1 Power System Overview Selectronic Australia RAPS Remote Area Power System inverters are typically used in applications where no mains grid is available The diagram below shows a typical Power system comprising a PS1 inverter battery generator and optional renewable source solar array wind generator etc The power generated from Solar Wind Hydro etc will vary with the season the weather the time of day or night etc The site load may similarly vary and may have short peak loads due to electric motor starting for example Temperature Load Monitor Circuit Breaker AC load via e Site DC Switchboard Battery Circuit Breaker Generator Renewable Electronics Generator Circuit source Contactor Breaker Site TT amp De Regulator Generator Renewable Monitor Generator Control Alarms PS1 INVERTER Interface Remote Comms Figure 1 PS1 Power System The PS1 inverter is the heart of
77. rge cycle Note The Generator Schedule will override the generator minimum run time setting Gen Min Run min Consider the generator manufacturer s recommendation regarding minimum run time when setting schedules A1 3 Generator Start AC Load The PS1 will automatically start and stop the generator based on the average power delivered to the load over the time period of the limit Two factory configured and two installer configurable settings determine the power levels at which the generator will be started e The 30 second limit is factory set at 120 of the PS1 rating e The 2 minute limit is factory set at 100 of the PS1 rating e The 10 minute and 30 minute limits are installer configurable The generator will continue to run until the average load power falls below all start limits and all other stop criteria are met see A1 4 Generator Automatic Stopping A1 4 Generator Automatic Stopping The PS1 will automatically stop the generator when it is not required for charging the battery or supplying the load If the generator is automatically started in the preferred period the PS1 will stop it after completion of a battery charge cycle unless e Agenerator scheduled run is in progress see A1 2 Generator Scheduling e The average load kW exceeds one of the four configured start limits see A1 3 Generator Start AC Load e The minimum generator run time Gen Min Run min has not expired see 5 3 2 Change Settings To
78. riod when you prefer to run the generator if the battery state of charge warrants it The preferred period includes the preferred hour This period starts at Begin Lvl 2 hr and typically includes a large part of the day e Non Preferred Period The period from Begin Lvl 3 Hr to Begin Lvl 2 Hr when you prefer the generator not to run This period is usually overnight to avoid noise During this period the generator will be started only if the battery is seriously discharged below Level 3 SoC3 or if sustained heavy load occurs If the PS1 starts the generator within the non preferred period it will run the generator for time determined by the Gen Min Run min setting At other times once the generator is started it is run until the battery is fully charged and the load drops to below the level set by the Gen Min Load kW setting If power is available from a renewable source the generator is started only if the battery continues to be discharged the load exceeds the renewable supply Typically the generator runs for a short time infrequently The starting time for each of the periods Begin Lvl 1 Hr Begin Lvl 2 Hr and Begin Lvl 3 Hr canbe set via the User menus The battery state of charge levels Level 1 SoC Level 2 SoC and Level 3 SoC are set by the installer at the time of installation Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 49 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger The generator start
79. s that the PS1 has shutdown for overcharge Hl due to battery over voltage The shutdown threshold is set during installation The PS1 will restart when the voltage falls to within tolerance OFF Normal Condition No action required ON Over Temperature Overheating may be due to sustained SES Indicates that the PS1 has shut down high load faulty cooling fans blocked due to overheating A heatsink ventilation or high ambient temperature of 100 C or transformer temperature temperature of 130 C will cause a shutdown It will automatically restart when it has cooled sufficiently Ke e Slow Generator Frequency Error Check generator operation Flash E Fast Generator Voltage Error Check generator operation Flash Hl OFF Normal Condition No action required Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 17 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger ON Generator Not Available If the Generator is required to a Indicates that the generator is not automatically start check the available for automatic start up i e the GEN_CNTL ON OFF switch is in the generator GEN_CNTL ON OFF ON position switch is in the OFF position see Check that the generator is SA1 Generator Automatic Running operational Check that the Generator AC Circuit Breaker is closed With the generator GEN CNTL ON OFF switch in the OFF position try starting the generator ma
80. se miunvminimevngssemmenti nj kn dvueiieubendiet 12 40 User IMent pe EE 13 46 1 Pushbuttons amp Navigation munuemvusmnknmim mevmeievaidjetnskid kekennnere 13 4 7 Drei IHR 14 D gt PST E UE 19 S User Menu Strudur sug ieee aaeain ke edited 19 5 2 gt User View Men s geboren 20 521 View ReadiNgS rivende 20 5 2 1 1 View Diagnostics va oe vider uedepudsnetaduetacebnaecans 22 52 2 Summary ReSdNYS Aarre serleesbovetakieantesegnetaer 25 523 e E lee CN 26 5 2 4 Generator e IT 33 5 3 Us r Edit MENUS egte eben Zeg deer 35 5 3 1 Change Generator Schedules cceccccesceeesesceseceeeneneseeeeceseeeeeesneneeeeeetes 36 5 9 2 Change le 38 5 3 2 1 Advanced User Le EE 40 54 EVEN LOG EE 42 54 11 Using the Event Log sidsiin eege ege deed 43 6 User Operating Procedures s nsenssnnnnnnnnnnvennvnnennvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnennennene 44 6 1 Routine Monitoring of Operation 44 6 2 Routine Maintenance E EE 44 6 3 Changing Configuration Settings samrnnnrnernavnnvravenavnnrnvnvsnarannnnnenenevevnnnnnnnenne 44 64 System SA E 44 6 5 Operating Without the Generator 44 7 Troubleshooting E 45 Tl ET IN 45 7 2 Generator Starting Stopping Probleme 45 7 3 Inverter Start Stop Shutdown ProblemS A 46 74 AC Power Problems missil legium intniddtdnnii et 47 7 5 Battery ell 47 Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 6 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger
81. sly when a load exceeding Load Search W is detected Load Search W Load Search W PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt Load Search W Load Search Watts sets the load power level that will cause the PS1 to supply continuous voltage to the load Load Search must be enabled refer previous menu for this setting to take effect Alarm Out Urgent NU Alarm Out Urgent NU PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt Alarm Out Options Urgent NU Urgent Set the alarm to be output via the PS1 relay to an external audible and or visual alarm Only urgent alarms or both urgent and non urgent NU alarms may be selected Enabling output of the NU alarm allows it to be used with the generator in manual control mode to signal when a generator run is required to charge the battery See SAppendix D Inverter External Alarm Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 40 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger S Term Limit 15 S Term Limit gt Je 50 gt 1 lt PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Advanced Settings gt S Term Limit Short Term Limit sets the number of minor abnormal events within a short period that will trigger an PS1 shutdown and assert an Urgent alarm Excessive such events in a short period may be indicative of potential syste
82. started during the night to stop the battery becoming excessively discharged A better generator run strategy would be set the Level 1 or Level 2 settings to cause a charge late in the day to fully charge the battery before the Level 3 period starts thus averting the generator start overnight i Level 2 SoC Level 3 SoC Gen start Gen start WW WZ F JP Gan Min Run min kW Generator power ii Load Solar Begin bvl 3 Hr Fr TT meme Non preferred i 12 00 va Period Preferred Hour Preferred Period Figure 8 Typical Generator Day Overnight Load A1 2 Generator Scheduling Two schedule types are available each with four configurable start times and durations e Gen Run Schedule Gen Run Schedule for daily generator running intended to accommodate day to day peak load periods While the SoC method of generator control see A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC is recommended to efficiently and reliably maintain the battery charge generator schedules may be used as an alternative generator control method or as an adjunct to SoC control to cater for expected loads e Backup Run Schedules Backup Run Schedule for emergency generator running intended for use when the PS1 is in a shutdown state for an extended period due to some abnormal condition as may be the case if the PS1 is unattended for long periods The backup schedule will periodically run the generator to power vital appliances such as refrigerator
83. system as one of our primary objectives Registering your warranty NOW will allow any service related issues to be addressed in the most efficient manner Registration now will allow us to provide you with the very best after sales service and we can keep you and your dealer informed of any applicable product updates It is a requirement that you register your warranty We also invite you to provide us with a little information so that we can constantly monitor and improve our products and services The information you provide us will not be used for any purpose other than outlined above our database of information will in no way be copied distributed or sold Unit Purchased PS1 5 24 6 48 10 48 12 120 please circle one Serial No Name Address Town State Territory Postcode Phone Fax Mobile Email Warranty Period or Extension Your PS1 is warranted for 12 months Installations performed by a Selectronic accredited installer will receive an additional 12 months warranty and the option to purchase an extended warranty See table below for prices prices include GST Extended warranty option is restricted to Australian installations only As electricity is an essential service we urge you to discuss a regular maintenance plan with your installer or Selectronic Available when installed by a Selectronic PS1 5 24 PS1 6 48 PS1 10 48 PS1 12 120 Accredited
84. ternal faults If the LEDs remain off the PS1 failed to start Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 14 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger If the PS1 passes self test the top LED is steady illuminated to indicate System OK and the other seven LEDs indicate various operating states according to their panel labels The indicated states can include successful operation and also abnormalities such as over temperature and shutdown etc as described in the table below If the PS1 self test detects a fault it will not pass power and the top LED on the panel flashes to indicate an Inverter Fault The LCD will display the Self Test Fail message and a fault code that identifies the fault Make a note of the fault code then contact your supplier for further instructions The panel labelling for the LEDs does not apply in this situation operating state abnormal conditions LED 1 displays the system status ME System OK M E System Fault I I Ulnverter Fault BM inv Standalone MM MM inv Sync I I Ulm Power Save LEDs 2 4 display the system HE Renewable Charging Mi MI Float I I 1 Equalise EE Generator Charging Ml W Float I I I Equalise mn Battery Discharge M W Low DC I I BHigh DC LEDs 5 8 display shutdown and HE Overtemp BR E Gen Freq Error I I I Gen Volt Error ME Gen Not Available M Mi Gen Fault I I 1 Gen Abnormal Stop H Non Urgent Alarm M E Urgent Alarm E I I Charge Required Figure
85. the generator is recommended for daily operation Typically as part of the installation the PS1 settings are configured to automatically run the generator to A1 Limit the depth of battery discharge for maximum battery life Deliver energy efficiently by supplying sustained large loads direct from the generator Load the generator to the highest possible level while running to efficiently convert fuel to electricity Not frequently start and stop the generator which would reduce its life and increase maintenance Avoid noise by starting the generator late at night only for heavy loads or a deeply discharged battery Generator Automatic Running In the PS1 RAPS system the PS1 automatically runs the generator for the following reasons Battery conditions in particular state of charge SoC require the generator to charge the battery see A1 1Generator Control based on SoC Time Schedules are set to regularly run the generator at times of expected peak loads or at convenient times see A1 2 Generator Scheduling Backup Schedules are set to run the generator in case of PS1 shutdown to power vital equipment see A1 2 Generator Scheduling Load conditions are such that the PS1 ratings are exceeded or a sustained load is large enough to efficiently load up the generator hence running the generator will be the most efficient method to supply the load For loads exceeding the generator rating the PS1 draws power from the batt
86. tion of system operational settings There is a top level menu Change Settings to access the most frequently used settings and a submenu Advanced User Settings containing other less used settings Time Set Hour Time Set Hour gt D gt 0 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Time Set Hour Sets the system time hour The system time is the basis of many system functions It should be set to the correct local time of day Time Set Min 22 Time Set Min 24 gt Og lt 59 gt 0 lt 59 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt Time Set Min Sets the system time minutes The system time is the basis of many system functions It should be set to the correct local time of day Begin Lvl 1 Hr17 Begin Lvl 1 Hr 17 gt On lt 23 gt 0 lt 23 PREV NEXT EDIT MENU INC DEC OK CNCL Change Settings gt See A1 1 Generator Control based on SoC Begin Lvl 1 Hr Begin Level 1 Hour sets the beginning of the preferred run hour which is a one hour period when it is most preferable to have the generator running This would normally be set around 5 or 6 PM to charge the battery for overnight use It should always be set during the Level 2 time i e any time from Begin Lvl 2 HrtoBegin Lvl 3 Hr If the battery state of charge falls below Level 1 SoC during the level 1 hour then the generator will be started and will run to completion of a charge cycle
87. tput then closes its Generator Contactor At this stage all of the load power is supplied from the PS1 and zero power is drawn from the generator The PS1 then gradually transfers load onto the generator over a period of 30 to 90 seconds until the power supplied by the inverter is zero Power is then drawn from the generator to charge the battery A1 7 Generator ON PS1 switched ON If the generator is running with the PS1 switched off the AC Contactor is open and the Generator Contactor is closed while generator voltage is present so the generator supplies the load If the PS1 is then switched on it synchronises to the generator voltage adjusts its AC voltage and frequency to match those of the generator then closes its AC Contactor and draws generator power to charge the battery A1 8 Load Sharing While the PS1 and generator are both on and synchronised the PS1 charges the battery while the load is below the generator power rating If the load exceeds the generator rating the PS1 does not charge the battery but draws power from it adding its power output to that of the generator to supply the load and limiting the power drawn from the generator A1 9 Reverse Power If the generator trips while running for example due to running out of fuel or being manually stopped then AC power may flow into the generator This is not a desirable condition The PS1 detects this condition and opens its Generator Contactor Selectronic Australia
88. tures above 35 C e In hot areas a shed or room with a shade roof above and on walls exposed to direct sunlight and with reasonable ventilation will reduce maximum temperatures e In areas with wide temperature variation between day and night insulate the building and fit ventilation controlled by internal room temperature to dispose of excess heat Electronic equipment should never sit under a single skin metal roof e Install the generator in an area with good ventilation and well separated from the PS1 and the batteries Do not allow heat or exhaust from the generator to heat up the PS1 the battery or other equipment e Follow the instructions given under routine monitoring and maintenance Refer to 6 1 Routine Monitoring of Operation and 6 2 Routine Maintenance e Install a phone connection or other means by which data from the PS1 can be collected and processed This allows your system integrator to make adjustments to the system settings to optimize performance or eliminate problems A remote connection can help identify the cause of faults and often allow your system maintainer to remotely fix problems e Arrange with your system maintainer to monitor the performance of the system by periodically reviewing the logged data e The choice of generator to work with the PS1 is absolutely critical The PS1 needs to synchronise with the generator This can only be done with good quality generators in good condition It is strongly
89. u can now press ER to advance to the next menu O Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 25 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 2 3 View Settings The View Settings screens provide access to see settings that control the PS1 operation They provide an extensive view of the systems current configuration To prevent unintended changes settings cannot be changed in the View Settings menus The majority of settings are configured as part of the installation procedure and are not alterable by the User User alterable settings are indicated in the text To change these settings access the Change Settings menus see 5 3 2 Change Settings RAPS 10kW 48V View Settings PREV NEXT RP Batt Size Ah Gen Max kW Sync Tol VAC Float Hold V H View Settings gt Batt Size Ah is the battery size in ampere hours configured in the system It is typically set to the 10 hour C10 battery rating Gen Max kW is the maximum generator power configured in the system It is the maximum power the PS1 will draw from the generator Note this parameter is set in kW which is typically 0 8 times the kVA rating of the generator Sync Tol VAC is the maximum generator AC voltage excursion the PS1 will tolerate before switching to standalone mode Float Hold V is the battery voltage maintained by the PS1 after charging whilst still synchronised to the generator
90. us voltage when the load exceeds a defined limit If present renewable energy will recharge the battery e Switch off the PS1 when ever possible to reduce the load on the battery allowing the battery to be recharged even by small renewable power e If the battery becomes heavily discharged the PS1 will automatically stop supplying AC power to the load to prevent battery degradation or damage Switching the PS1 briefly off then back on via the ON OFF pushbutton will restart the inverter for a short time at the expense of discharging the battery even more deeply Note The PS1 internal electronics are powered from the DC battery side not from the AC generator side Therefore if the battery is excessively discharged the electronics may not be able to start up until the battery is partially recharged from renewable power for example Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 44 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 7 Troubleshooting 7 1 General If the system is not operating correctly perform a general check as follows Check if the front panel LEDs indicate a problem and take the recommended action as described in 4 7 Front Panel LEDs Switch the PS1 off via the ON OFF pushbutton for a few seconds then back on If this does not restore normal operation check if the front panel LEDs now indicate a problem and take the recommended action as described in 4 7 Front Panel LEDs 7 2
91. voltage or frequency is out of tolerance see A5 Synchronisation If generator synchronisation is expected and is not achieved see a 7 Troubleshooting Q LH Slow Inverter Sync No action required Flash The PS1 is correctly synchronised to EHE the generator Fast Inverter Power Save No action required Flash The PS1 has reverted to standby Hl mode due to no or low power consumption in the house OFF This is not a normal condition for this Refer to other LEDs for error LED It may be OFF if an error condition conditions exists ON Renewable Charging No action required The Renewable source is contributing See B1 Battery Charger Operation greater than 1 amp charge to the for details battery The battery charging process is presently in the Initial Bulk or Absorption phases of charging Slow Float No action required Flash The Renewable source is contributing See B1 Battery Charger Operation D EHE charge to the battery The battery for details m charging process is presently in the Float phase Fast Equalise No action required Flash The Renewable source is contributing See B1 Battery Charger Operation Hl charge to the battery The battery for details charging process is presently in the Equalise phase OFF The Renewable source is contributing If Renewable contribution is expected less than 1amp charge to the battery See 7 Troubleshooting ON Generator Charging No action required Fen The Generator is contri
92. wn in fault identification I the near future See 4 7 Front Panel LEDs Fast Charge Required Check why generator is unavailable Flash Indicates the battery requires charging EE OFF switch may but the generator is not available III S A1 Generator Automatic Running OFF Normal Condition No action required Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 18 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger 5 PS1 Menus 5 1 User Menu Structure The diagram below shows the User menus for access to the PS1 settings and readings The View Readings menu is the home menu and will be displayed when the PS1 has completed power up Use the four pushbuttons menu and associated LCD text to navigate the menu structure Refer to Appendix G Menu Navigation and 4 6 1 Pushbuttons amp Navigation The View Readings Summary Readings View Diagnostics View Settings Generator Schedules and Event Log menus allow viewing of system settings readings and event history without the possibility of inadvertent modification The information provided in these screens is sufficient to monitor the day to day system operation and resolve system problems See 5 2 User View Menus The Change Settings Advanced Settings and Changes Schedules menu allow modification of the PS1 User settings and generator run schedules See 5 3 User Edit Menus Your maintenance provider may ask you to extract informati
93. y The compensation applied is 5SMV C cell with zero compensation at 20 C B3 Battery State of Charge SoC The PS1 may be configured to automatically start the generator and initiate a charge cycle based on the battery state of charge SoC The PS1 has no direct means of measuring the battery state of charge it uses measurements of the currents flowing in and out of the battery to estimate the charge remaining in the battery The resultant net current is expressed as a percentage of the battery size set in the PS1 Batt Size Ah Current into the battery during a charge cycle and current measured on either of the shunts when configured as Renewable add to the battery state of charge estimate Current out of the battery to supply the load and current measured on either of the shunts when configured as Load deduct from the battery state of charge estimate If the shunt is configured as Renewable and Load the net result is added to the battery state of charge estimate At completion of charge cycle the battery SoC based on the estimation will be close to 100 if it is greater the estimate will be adjusted to 100 It is important that the battery manufacturer s recommendation be adhered to for ongoing monitoring and maintenance of batteries Selectronic Australia 2005 Document PC0004 Revision 02 Page 59 of 71 User Manual PS1 Sinewave Interactive Inverter Charger Appendix C Renewable Management The PS1 feeds renew

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