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1. LPB DC3 Eco Lightning Protection User s Manual G Future technologies Edition 3 0 July 2011 Documentation History Edition Revision Supplement 1 0 First Edition April 2011 2 0 June 2011 New logo 3 0 July 2011 Product name changed Edition 3 0 PADCON reserves the right to make alterations to its products in the interest of technical progress These alterations need not be documented in every single case This manual and the information contained herein have been compiled with due diligence However PADCON assume no liability for printing or other errors or damages arising from such errors The brand names and product names used in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective title owner Page 2 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual ancon Content LPB DC3 Eco Lightning Protection User s Manual cccssssceccessessececceeecsssssnsaeaeeeeecesesaeaesececssessesaeaeeeseseseessessaaees 1 DOCUMENTATION HISLOEV sciet iier eet estar nee tao Re peer eee eeu eie E Rosy RE ao Ex duet auster t Eno es EARS Ke NER ARE Gola PRESS 2 Go 3 Au cingere Oleid lo a ER E 5 LYSIE EE 5 2 Product description Delivery CONTENKS ccccccesccesseceessecesceceseeeesseeecsaececseccesseeseaaececaeecesseecaseeeaecseasecenseeenas 6 2 1 Overview of the LPB DC3 ECO sinini eere neenon e Ce e te RE2. ssesssssesesesseeeseene enne enne nne nnnet nn nnst nnn sn nnns entente nennen enne 12 4 4 Tightening torques and conductor cross sections ecsccccccecessssececceecesseeuaesececescessessaeeeeeesceesessaeeeeeens 13 S Wo EE 13 Gz FUNGON COCK s coe em ite te ee E eden EEEa EEEE aaae Eea avete te nee EA E TENUERE 14 6 1 Check of tlie connectors eee eer gerettet HERR dence tease tux e aa anas E EEE ea DE EEEa aeaaea 14 6 11 Visual check onem nite citet E MERIDIE UM 14 6 1 2 Mechanical check eiie entier to a Ce cocta e nece Be egeta c eto e et E RAE ROE 14 6 1 3 Electrical CMOGK d Em 14 G2 FIO CURICAl CG T 14 7 Fault analysis DECOMMISSIONING ccsscccscccssecssecssccssecssesesseeescsesssescsescasesasescaeseseecseecsuecsaecaeseeesseesseeeseneeses 15 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 3 7A Fault alysis cae cacdecccanseahs ecsees scene ads Jaca Ses T Em 15 7 2 Decommissioning and demounting of the LPB DC3 Eco nene nennen 15 8 Safety INSCCUCKI OMS EE 16 SEI Y 18 JUCNTICDPIiIcMe m 18 11 Service a Contactarse onan nan ae E I M MD IM TPE MILMIN I EI M EI DUE 19 Page 4 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Pancon 1 Introduction 1 1 Usage The PADCON LPB DC3 Eco is a protection device against overcurrent and overvoltage by lightning The LPB DC3 Eco is connected betw
3. 6 1 1 Visual check e Completeness of wiring Snap in of the clips e Proper input wiring e Proper fit of connectors Possible danger for man and material 6 1 2 Mechanical check e Tight fit of connectors Tightening torque of cable glands e Pull off test of connectors 6 1 3 Electrical check e Check correct polarity e Appropriate string current flow See 7 Fault analysis Decommissioning e Appropriate open circuit voltage See 7 Fault analysis Decommissioning 6 2 Electrical check e Polarity of the current direction e Compare input and output current Page 14 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual ancon 7 Fault analysis Decommissioning 7 1 Fault analysis Fault analysis Visual inspection Fault description Measure Damage of the housing The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Damage of the cable glands The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Damage of the cables The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Damage of the male or female receptacles The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Damage of the dewatering and ventilation plug The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Damage of the pressure compensation elements The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed Voltage check Polarity Nominal voltage nonexistent The wiring has to be checked Polarity reversal Correct polarity Current check Polarity The input current of the inputs has
4. ruled out This can result in melting of the enclosure as well as fire and smoke which may represent a hazard to personnel or equipment This must be taken into consideration upon installation The equipment may not be installed near to inflammable materials If this cannot be avoided preventative measures must be taken which prevent fire and smoke from spreading The equipment may not be installed in critical areas escape routes living spaces or office spaces Special Hazards of Photovoltaic Systems Photovoltaic systems have special characteristics representing special hazards that are described here An active power source is connected which means that depending on the operating mode there may be voltage present from the photovoltaic generator and or the LPB DC3 Eco This is especially important to note when disconnecting the LPB DC3 Eco High DC voltages are connected no zero crossing that in case of error or unproper use of fuses or connectors may result electric arcs The short circuit current of the photovoltaic generator is only slightly higher than the maximum operating current and is also dependent on the level of solar radiation which means that if a short circuit occurs in the system the existing circuit breakers are not guaranteed to switch off A highly branched generator array may be difficult to disconnect if a fault develops e g short circuit We recommend the additional use of the optionally available DC circuit breake
5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Protection class conforming to EN 60529 Valid surrounding temperature T in C Rel air humidity non condensing U Max height over mean sea level MSL FURTHER PROPERTIES SPD according to EN 61643 11 EN 61643 11 Nominal voltage U Un pc Max continuous voltage U Uc pc Max discharge current 8 20 us Imax Nominal discharge current 8 20 us I Lightning impulse current 10 350 Us limp Protection level for In U Protection level for 5 kA U Protection level for Imax U Leakage current operating current Ic lg Follow current Follow current extinguishing capability Response time ta Short circuit resistance lpg Page 8 Yes Yes conforming to UL 508 Polymer plastic RAL 7035 Yes Wes lt 1000 V 3 MC4 female recetacles 3 MC4 male receptacles 3 minus outputs 0 5 m cable 3 plus outputs 0 5 m cable 30A NYY J 1x16 mm cable 1 m total length 460 370 245 5kg Yes IP 65 40 C 50C Up to max 90 2 000 m Type 1 2 Class I II B C 1000V 1200 V 40 kA 20 kA 12 5 kA 2 8 kV 2 3 kA 3 7 kA No No Infinite 25 ns 25 kA LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual ancon 3 2 Dimensions of the LPB DC3 Eco Figure 2 Front view Figure 3 Side view LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 9 4 Installation Connection Danger Danger of l
6. could result in minor or moderate injury Caution Storage of documentation This operating manual the installation guide the data sheets the operating manuals of installed components and the wiring diagrams must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the LPB DC3 Eco They must be available to operators and maintenance staff at all times Failures and correction Failures that can affect the safety have to be removed immediately Impermissible change and the use of spare parts that are not recommended from PADCON can cause fire material damage or electrical shocks Unauthorized persons must nut have access to this devices Instruction labels have to be readable properly and have to be replaced immediately if damaged Page 16 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Pancon Appropriate usage Appropriate use of the LPB DC3 Eco means following all instructions in the installation manual relating to installation electrical connection and commissioning of the equipment Any deviation from the instructions in this manual is regarded as inappropriate use of the equipment PADCON accepts no responsibility or liability for any and all damage resulting from inappropriate use of the equipment Appropriate use of the equipment also entails Observation of the safety instructions listed here and in the following sections Observation of the instructions in the user manual Conformance to the device dependent technical data Personnel Only qualified
7. not exceed 1 meter bus bar plus cable 4 4 Tightening torques and conductor cross sections Note E Observe the tightening torques The tightening torques have to be observed during connection of the protective conductor PE Conductor cross sections and torques Line Cross section Torque Plus inputs 6 mm Plus outputs 6 mm Minus inputs 6 mm Minus outputs 6 mm Protective conductor 16 mm screw terminal 10 Nm Table 3 Conductor cross section 5 Function The PADCON LPB DC3 Eco is a protection device against overcurrent and overvoltage by lightning The LPB DC3 Eco is connected between the photovoltaic generators and the inverters Overvoltage caused by lightning is discharged to earth as well from the plus line as the minus line Thus the inverters installed behind the LPB DC3 Eco are protected against overvoltage 3 strings plus and minus are protected against overvoltage by lightning by the LPB DC3 Eco LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 13 6 Function check Warning Do not open the LPB DC3 Eco The LPB DC3 Eco is leaded and must not be opened In case of damage or destruction of the sealing expires the guarantee and liability by Padcon Refer to your supplier or to Padcon www padcon de for function check The LPB DC3 Eco is leaded and must not be opened by unauthorized personnel 6 1 Check of the connectors
8. string 2 MC4 male receptacle optional other connectors Minus input string 2 MC4 female receptacle optional other connectors Plus input string 3 MC4 male receptacle optional other connectors Minus input string 3 MC4 female receptacle optional other connectors Dewatering and ventilation plug Cable gland for the protective conductor 1m NYY J 1x 16 mm Plus output string 1 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix Minus output string 1 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix Plus output string 2 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix Minus output string 2 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix eje eje e Pl ele eje PIP PR o ocd o e oebe 1 Plus output string 3 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix Minus output string 3 0 5m cable ideal for Sunclix Table 1 LPB DC3 Eco Components Page 6 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Pancon 2 2 Delivery contents e LPB DC3 Eco e User s Manual e 1m NYY J 1 x 16 mm protective conductor already connected to one side LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 7 3 Technical data and documents 3 1 Specifications HOUSING Open field installation UV resistance Material Coloring Wall mounting Leaded INPUT Maximum PV voltage U max Input DC side OUTPUTS Outputs 3 3 Nominal output current Inom Earth connection DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Housing width height depth mm Weight STANDARDS CE conformity PROTECTIVE CLASS AND
9. string 2 contact 1 ncc Combined arrester for string 2 contact 2 ncc Combined arrester for string 3 contact 1 ncc Qc Uui nN AJ e Combined arrester for string 3 contact 2 ncc Input string 1 MC4 MCA Line description MC4 male receptacle Plus input string 1 MC4 female receptacle Minus input string 1 Input string 2 MC4 MCA Line description MCA male receptacle Plus input string 2 MCA female receptacle Minus input string 2 4 Input string 3 MC4 MCA Line description MC4 male receptacle Plus input string 3 MC4 female receptacle Minus input string 3 6 Protective conductor terminal PE of the combined arrester Terminal no Line description PE Protective conductor clamping range 1 5 25 mm cable 1m NYY J 1 x 16 mm 6 Output string 1 MCA Solar cable Line description 1x6mm Minus output string 1 1x6mm Plus output string 1 D Output string 2 MCA Solar cable Line description Page 12 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual ancon 1x6mm Minus output string 2 1x6mm Plus output string 2 Output string 2 MC4 Solar cable Line description 1x6mm Minus output string 3 1x6mm Plus output string 3 Table 2 Caution The length of the protective conductor must not exceed 1 meter The length of the protective conductor must
10. technical personnel may perform any and all work on the LPB DC3 Eco Qualified means that the personnel must possess training relevant to the activity performed and must be familiar with the content of this manual The personnel must have read and understood the safety section in this manual About this manual This manual was written with the greatest possible care However discrepancies cannot be excluded PADCON accepts no responsibility or liability for injury to persons or material damage caused by mistakes in this manual Checking the delivery Upon receipt of the equipment check the packaging and the device for any possible damage and compare the contents of the delivery with the delivery documentation In the case of damage to the device and or unclear delivery contents please immediately contact PADCON GmbH see contact address on the last page Storage The PADCON LPB DC3 Eco may only be stored in rooms protected from dust and moisture Installation The requirements relating to the installation site the manner of installation and the mounting position must be observed In addition to this the following points must be noted The installation location must be easily accessible and offer a secure base for working on the device This is especially important for roof mounted systems The LPB DC3 Eco is built using the latest technology according to recognized safety standards Despite this a fault resulting in arcing cannot be
11. to be equal to the output current The wiring has to be checked Polarity reversal Correct polarity Ground fault error Insulation fault Ground fault error The wiring has to be checked Table 4 Fault analysis 7 2 Decommissioning and demounting of the LPB DC3 Eco Danger Danger of life by electrical shock High DC voltages are attached to the different components of the LPB DC3 Eco All works described in this manual must exclusively be executed by qualified technical personal Qualified means that the personal has to be trained corresponding the task that has to be executed All safety instructions mentioned in the user s manual have to be obtained working on the LPB DC3 Eco The personal has to be familiar with the content of the user s manual If you can not repair an error with help of this manual immediately contact PADCON Disconnect the inverter on the AC side Switch the inverter currentless on the DC side Disconnect the protective conductor PE Demount the LPB DC3 Eco Qv ur ds UU MER Disconnect the outputs of the LPB DC3 Eco from the equipment Disconect the inputs of the LPB DC3 Eco from the generator LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 15 8 Safety instructions General 1 The LPB DC3 Eco only must be opened and installed by trained electrotechnical specialists 2 Consider the installation instructions in this manual 3 Consider the insta
12. C eas a EE ee ee 6 2 2 Delivery Contents 3 5 n EE ERES H TRE ETUR raise EE rE Ee suas Ve cua seas e Eee ede e aT EErEE E aaaeaii Fea s 7 3 Technical data and COCUMENTS eccececsecesseceeeceeeeeeeeeaeeecaeeeeaaecsaeaesaaeeeeaaeceaaaeeeaaeeecaaecssaaesaeensaeessaaeeeeaaesseeeteaes 8 3 1 SD cihiCcatiODs rete MEE M IM NE 8 3 2 Dimensions of the LPB DC3 ECO erret erret esee rd gap pet abe oce dae sp Rari a E Ean 9 4 Installation ConnectiOD direttore roter aei rnon ce rr eode tau reae cena vtae deg aa cene adavceteehstesvassdecersevedecs 10 4 1 InstallatiQDi oues deti osa iE oro eet sti ie aas e veo ee eae eOe te RAEE e ERE eE ee lakes 10 4 1 1 Place of installation orte Reeves pu ere a eue aede Ee vet E Ea eun ee eed e rag Ree ga cue 10 4 1 2 No direct weather influU nce ccesccessscesseeceeeceeeeeeeseneeeseeceececeaaeeaeeeceaceceeaaesseneeeaeececeeeeeaaensinens 10 zm xe lo Weejojei ieu elem 10 4 1 4 installation of the ho sing u o tees teer E ERU e e Doce Eee Ce P ue 11 4 1 5 Mechanical installation of the LPB DC3 Eco enne nnne entente 11 4 1 6 Horizontal mounting usesssssseeeeeeeeeeee eren nennen nnne neni nans n Ea setas ia Eaa a EAEE REEE Eai 11 4 1 7 Realize drip off loop for inputs disnein ienen enne nnne eea nennen nennen nn aa sensns tanda nis 11 E MNEs cis onto 11 4 2 Electrical installation erant roe cdunooeds etn rab seu duce deduce testor RU adu en 11 4 3 Connection of the LPB DC3 Eco
13. DCON b Future technologies LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 19
14. een the photovoltaic generators and the inverters Overvoltage caused by lightning is discharged to earth as well from the plus line as the minus line Thus the inverters installed behind the LPB DC3 Eco are protected against overvoltage 3 strings plus and minus are protected against overvoltage by lightning by the LPB DC3 Eco The used arresters match highest market demands and therefore ensure maximum safety The LPB DC3 Eco is connected between the photovoltaic generators and the inverter and protects your inverter of the effects of a lightning stroke to your plant The LPB DC3 Eco is delivered with plant specific connectors The LPB DC3 Eco is delivered with an integrated roof and therefore is immediately applicable for outdoor installations LPB DC3 Eco Inverter Photovoltaic Generator Figure 1 Overwiew LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 5 2 Product description Delivery contents 2 1 Overview of the LPB DC3 Eco LPB DC3 Eco Components 000 Number Description 1 Combined arrester for string 1 1 Combined arrester for string 2 1 Combined arrester for string 3 Terminal block for the combined arrester monitoring Pressure compensation e Pressure compensation Plus input string 1 MC4 male receptacle optional other connectors Minus input string 1 MC4 female receptacle optional other connectors Plus input
15. ife by electrical shock High DC voltages are attached to the different components of the LPB DC3 Eco All works described in this manual must exclusively be executed by qualified technical personal Qualified means that the personal has to be trained corresponding the task that has to be executed All safety instructions mentioned in the user s manual have to be obtained working on the LPB DC3 Eco The personal has to be familiar with the content of the user s manual If you can not repair an error with help of this manual immediately contact PADCON 4 1 Installation 4 1 1 Place of installation e Easily accessible e Connections have to be accessible e No constraining objects in immediate surrounding e Allow possibility for yearly maintenance mowing the lawn cleaning housings 4 1 2 No direct weather influence e Avoid direct strong sun irradiation e Protect against direct rain e Protect against standing water 4 1 3 Cable connection e Cables to the bottom e Observe polarity e Retighten cable glands Page 10 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Pancon 4 1 4 Installation of the housing e Mount housing tension free e Avoid mechanical tension by screws e Adjust mechanical tensions with buffers if necessary 4 1 5 Mechanical installation of the LPB DC3 Eco e Solid and even mounting surface e Observe complete rest of the flange area of the optional available mounting brackets e Use all f
16. llation instructions of the used inverters and other connected devices 4 Consider the standards and rules as e BGV A1 A2 Common trade association safety instructions for electrical installations equipment DIN VDE 0100 712 Solar photovoltaic power supply systems requirements for industrial premises rooms and plants e VDI 6012 VDI Guide line Decentralised energy systems in buildings photovoltaic e EC62548 IEC82 514 CD Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic PV generators e DIN VDE 0100 534 5 Inspect the LPB DC3 Eco for damages before installation that can prevent the functional and safety operation of the LPB DC3 Eco 6 Incase of violation of the installation instructions mentioned in this manual expires the warranty and the liability Validity This documentation describes how to install and operate a LPB DC3 Eco Target group This documentation is intended for installers and operators of PV systems which are realized with the LPB DC3 Eco It includes a description of how to install operate the LPB DC3 Eco Explanation of the Symbols Used In this document the following terms and symbols are used to describe different hazard levels Danger indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Danger Warning indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Warning Caution indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided
17. our fastening screws 4 1 6 Horizontal mounting e Check mounting and repair if necessary 4 1 7 Realize drip off loop for inputs e Imply reserve e No horizontal cable routing 4 1 8 Cable conduct e Avoid mechanical tension of inputs e Conduct cables without mechanical tension e Avoid crossings in wiring 4 2 Electrical installation Disconnect the inverter on the AC side Switch the inverter currentless on the DC side Mount the LPB DC3 Eco Connect the protective conductor PE Connect the inputs of the LPB DC3 Eco Connect the outputs of the LPB DC3 Eco with the inverter Switch on the current on the DC side Put the inverter into operation We recommend to check the polarity and height of voltage of the strings before installation and to calibrate the input values of the inverter after installation p go GY Ur pU r2 ES Danger The five safety rules The five safety rules Disconnect Secure against restart Check absence of voltage Earth and short circuit Fence off and cover adjacent live parts LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 11 4 3 Connection of the LPB DC3 Eco LPB DC3 Eco Terminal assignment Connection description Terminal block Combined arrester monitoring Terminal no Line description Combined arrester for string 1 contact 1 ncc Combined arrester for string 1 contact 2 ncc Combined arrester for
18. r for disconnecting the inverter Changes modifications or additions of the LPB DC3 Eco Danger Danger in case of changes modifications or additions of any components of the LPB DC3 Eco No changes modifications or additions of any components of the LPB DC3 Eco are allowed without prior agreement of Padcon LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual Page 17 9 Maintenance Danger Danger of life by electrical shock High DC voltages are attached to the different components of the LPB DC3 Eco All works described in this manual must exclusively be executed by qualified technical personal Qualified means that the personal has to be trained corresponding the task that has to be executed All safety instructions mentioned in the user s manual have to be obtained working on the LPB DC3 Eco The personal has to be familiar with the content of the user s manual If you can not repair an error with help of this manual immediately contact PADCON Following table gives an overview of the different maintenance working that have to be led through at the LPB DC3 Eco and the recommended maintenance interval LPB DC3 Eco Maintenance Maintenance working Interval Check the terminal clamps of the string wiring for solidity and retighten if required 12 month Visually check the insulation and the terminals Thereby look after changes and discoloring of the material Immediately change defect or corroded lines con
19. tacts and connectors Check the correct and horizontal mounting of the LPB DC3 Eco 12 month Check the locks of the cover of the LPB DC3 Eco for free movement and correct function 6 month Check the cable glands for tightness and firm fit Immediately change defect or untight 6 month cable glands Check if condensing water has accumulated in the LPB DC3 Eco 6 month Check the earth connection respectively the contact resistance of the protective 12 month conductor Check the climate elements dewatering and ventilation plug and pressure compensation 12 month for pollution respectively damage The LPB DC3 Eco has to be changed in case of fault Check the mounting place of the LPB DC3 Eco for easy access secure stand and 12 month flammable materials Table 5 Maintenance 10 Spare parts Following spare parts are available for the LPB DC3 Eco e Male female receptacle inclusively cable e Combined arrester e Mounting kit e Cable glands e Tools Page 18 LPB DC3 Eco User s Manual ancon 11 Service Contact PADCON GmbH Steigweg 24 Geb ude 44 97318 Kitzingen Germany Tel 49 0 9321 2680 200 Fax 49 0 9321 2680 9200 E Mail info at padcon com www padcon com Service and Complaint Your primary point of contact for any service issues is Sascha Machner with his competent team Tel 49 0 9321 2680 222 e mail service at padcon com PHOTOVOLTAIK TECHNIK PA
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