GEM 3KW Power Module Installation Manual
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1. mode is set in screen 2 of the installer menu SINGLE UNIT Power Mod 0 GEM Output mode U setting 1 Power 600 Output Power Module Setting the Output Power The Output 1 power parameter must be set to the total power of the system and will usually be set to 6000W when 1 power module is installed or 9000W when 2 power modules are installed This setting tells GEM what the total system power is but each individual load will be 3KW HP L LU solar electric Page 9 GEM Power Module Installation Manual GEM Set up Mode Gem set up mode is used to program various operating parameters such as the time date enable or disable the optimiser or timer program the timer on off times enter the required optimiser and timer hot water temperatures etc GEM Set up mode is entered by pressing and holding the set boost Button ei for at least 3 seconds Upon entering set up mode the first of 5 set up screens are displayed e Asetting which can be changed slowly flashes on and off e To change the setting press the UP or DOWN arrow keys Q eP SET e To move to then next setting press the SET key 5 soost e When the last setting on the screen has been reached pressing the SET key will advance to the next set up screen e When the last item on the last set up screen has been reached the set up display goes back to the first set up screen e Holding the SET key down at any position in a setup screen provides a shortcut jump to the2. HPL LLU GEM GEM 3KW Power Module Installation Manual Revision 3 December 2104 Burnt Thorns UgDy CV21 4PN Documentation Contents Important Safety Information Introduction Power Module Description Power module drawing Power Module DIN Enclosure Typical System Configuration with GEM Power Modules GEM Power Module System Schematic 6KW System Setting Up the System Compatibility Temperature Control Setting the Output mode O wo wo wo WO 0 N on wu Ww A W Setting the Output Power GEM Set up Mode pa Warning Installation of the GEM system can be carried out by any suitably qualified person The installation does not need MCS approval and will not invalidate any part of the MCS approval of your PV installation WARNING ISOLATE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT EDITION OF THE IEE WIRING REGULATIONS If in doubt consult a qualified electrician AP ELO solar electric Page 2 Safety Information Warranty Apollo Solar Electric Ltd has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the content of this manual However it is possible that it may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical or other errors Apollo Solar Electric Ltd will assume no liability for any inaccuracy found in this publication nor for damages direct indirect incidental consequent
3. O solar electric Page GEM Power Module Installation Manual GEM Power Module System Schematic 6KW System GEM Power Module SSQ8 Control Signal To Power Module 2 For OM Svetame Control Signal L 16A Supply 2 16A Supply 1 N N L 3KW Immersion 1 N 3KW Immersion 2 Notes 1 Supply 1 and Supply 2 and supply 3 if 2 power modules are used must be the same phase 2 Each supply must use a minimum 1 5mm CSA supply cable 3 Each supply must be protected by a 16A Breaker 4 Loads must not exceed 3 5KW per load APY ELO solar electric Page 8 GEM Power Module Installation Manual Setting Up the System Compatibility The GEM power modules can only be used with GEM controllers running software version 3 07 or higher Temperature Control Temperature control can use either the GEM temperature sensor or the built in immersion thermostat in immersion heater 1 i e the immersion heater element connected directly to the GEM controller When the GEM controller senses that the thermostat in immersion heater 1 is up to temperature it will also turn off the loads on power module 1 and 2 3 See the GEM installation manual to information on configuring temperature control and setting temperatures Setting the Output mode In order to use the external power module s the GEM output parameter in the second page of the installer menu must be set to Power Module as shown The GEM output
4. controller unit The power module must not be used for any other application The GEM power module measures 100mm L x 35mm W x 78mm H and is designed to mount on a standard 35mm DIN rail within an electrical enclosure The module Heatsink will become quite warm in service and must be mounted in an enclosure large enough to provide adequate ventilation In addition the unit when mounted on the DIN rail must have a minimum 5mm gap between the power module and any other DIN rail mounted item A purpose designed DIN rail enclosure for installing up to three GEM power modules together with all cable terminations etc is available from Apollo Power module drawing Power ON Output ON Indicator Indicator Control Input Live Input Live Output AP ELO solar electric Page 5 GEM Power Module Installation Manual Power Module DIN Enclosure The Apollo GEM Power Module DIN enclosure is shown below The enclosure houses up to 3 power modules and includes all necessary terminations for a 6KW to 12KW GEM system Interior of GEM Power Module Enclosure with 2 Power Modules Installed APY ELO solar electric Page 6 GEM Power Module Installation Manual Typical System Configuration with GEM Power Modules 9KW Water heating system using 2 GEM power Modules and 3 x 3KW immersion elements Alternative 9KW Water heating system using 2 GEM power Modules and single boss 9KW 3 phase immersion element APY EL
5. e All Maintenance operations must be carried out by a qualified technician e This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use e The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by improper use or failure to comply with these instructions APL LLO solar electric Page 3 GEM Power Module Installation Manual Introduction The standard GEM controller unit is designed to drive a standard 3KW load This is usually sufficient for producing domestic hot water from 1 4KWp solar PV systems If GEM is to be used in higher power applications such as large hot water accumulators or swimming pool heating in large PV and or wind generator installations then a higher output power than 3KW will probably be needed The GEM power modules will increase the GEM output capability to 6KW 9KW or 12KW The GEM controller can support either one two or three 3KW power modules to give a total power capability of 12KW Note that when the GEM is used with power modules only one GEM output is available The output works in conjunction with the power modules to effectively form a single output with a variable power output from 0 6KW 0 9KW or 0 12KW depending on the number of power modules used The GEM 3KW Power Module HP L LU solar electric Page 4 GEM Power Module Installation Manual Power Module Description The GEM power module is designed to switch a 3KW resistive heating load under the control of the Apollo GEM
6. ial or otherwise that may result from such an inaccuracy Apollo Solar Electric Limited provides this manual as is and does not issue a warranty of any kind express or implied The information provided in this manual is subject to change without notice Apollo Solar Electric Ltd reserves the right to alter product designs or specifications without notification Apollo GEM is a registered trademark of Apollo Solar Electric Ltd Important Safety Information All safety warnings give specific details of the potential danger warning present and indicate how to reduce risk of injury damage and electric shock resulting from improper use of the device Carefully observe the following instructions e Installation and maintenance must be carried out by a competent person in compliance with the manufacturer s instructions the latest edition of the IEE wiring regulations and local safety regulations If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician e The device must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any installation work e Aminimum of 50mm clearance must be provided each side of the device to allow adequate ventilation e Regulations require that the device is earthed e Do not remove the device cover while the power supply is connected e Do not operate the device with the cover removed e Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the device e Do not touch the device with any wet part of the body
7. next set up screen without stepping through each item e The changes will be saved and set up will automatically exit after no keys are pressed for 30 seconds Changeable Item Flashes Timer Optimiser Set Ti me gf SET gt BOOST Pressing the up or down buttons changes the setting Pressing the set button moves to the next item HP L LU solar electric Page 10 Notes HP L LU solar electric Page 11
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