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Protect PV - Solar Inverters User Manual AEG Power Solutions GmbH Revision: 01 Date: 2 0 1 1-05-25 User Manual 8000038784_00_BAL_en.
Contents 1. Introduction 2 Introduction 2 Operation Mode Definition 2 2. Display 4 Display 4 View 5 View 2 5 Status 6 Production Log 8 Setup 10 3. Web Server Quick Guide 12 Introduction 12 Supported C.
1. Introduction 1.1. Introduction This manual provides information on functionality and maintenance of the Protect PV solar in- verter. Illustration 1.
On grid (Green LED on) The inverter is connected to the grid and energises the grid. The inverter disconnects if: It de- tects abnormal grid conditions (depending on country settings), if an internal event occurs or if no PV power is available (no power is supplied to the grid for 10 minutes).
2. Display 2.1. Display Note: Due to the advanced functionalities of the inverter, it may take up to 10 seconds before the display becomes available after power up. The integrated display on the inverter front gives the user access to all information about the PV system and the inverter.
2.1.1. View Menu Structure - View Parameter Description Mode: On grid Displays present inverter mode. See operation mode definitions Prod. today: 12345 kWh Energy production today in kWh.
2.1.3. Status Menu Structure - Status Display Functions Description [-] Ambient Conditions Only applicable if sensors are connected Irradiance: 1400W/m 2 Irradiance. “NC” if not connected PV module temp: 100 o C PV module temperature. “NC” if not connected Ambient temp: 20 o C Ambient temperature.
Menu Structure - Status - Continued Display Functions Description [-] Inverter [-] Country: Germany Country setting [-] Internal Conditions Power module 1: 100 o C Temperature detected at the power module PCB1 (AUX): 100 o C Temperature detected internally [-] Serial no.
2.1.4. Production Log Menu Structure - Production Log Display Functions Description Total production: 123456 kWh Total production since installation of inverter Total operating time: 20 hours Total op.
Menu Structure - Production Log - Continued Display Functions Description [-] Time stamps Installed: 31-12-07 Date of first grid connection Power down: 21:00:00 When the inverter was last connected to grid Prod.
2.1.5. Setup Menu Structure - Setup Display Functions Description [-] External Alarm Only applicable if external alarm is connected Stop Alarm Stop alarm Test Alarm Includes testing red LED on front Alarm time-out: 009 s Amount of time the alarm is active in seconds.
Menu Structure - Setup - Continued Display Functions Description GPRS connection setup SIM PIN code: 0000 4-8 characters Access point name: name Max. 24 characters User name: user Max.
3. Web Server Quick Guide 3.1. Introduction These instructions describe the Protect PV Web Server, which facilitates remote access to the inverter. Refer to the download area at www.
Illustration 3.1: Product Label 6. The Web Server logon dialog opens. 7. Type 'admin' in the user and password fields, and click [Log in]. 8. At initial logon the inverter runs a setup wizard. Ensure pop-ups are enabled before the wizard starts.
Illustration 3.3: Step 2 of 7: Display Language To change the language setting later, refer to Setup, Setup Details . Step 3 of 7: Time and date Enter • time in 24-hour format • date • time zone Accuracy is important, because date and time are used for logging purposes.
Incorrect setting can have serious consequences for production efficiency. Illustration 3.5: Step 4 of 7: Installed Power To change the installed power, refer to Setup, Calibration, PV Array . Step 5 of 7: Country setting Select the country setting to match the installation.
Illustration 3.6: Step 5 of 7: Country Setting Note: If the initial and confirmation settings are different, • country selection is cancelled • the wizard recommences step 5 If initial and confirmation settings match, but are incorrect, contact service.
Illustration 3.7: Step 6 of 7: Replication Step 7 of 7: Inverter startup The inverter will start automatically when the installation sequence is complete (see the Protect PV Installation Manual), and solar radiation is sufficient. The startup sequence, including self-test, takes a few minutes.
Illustration 3.9: Overview 1. Plant name: Displays the current plant name: • Click on the plant name to display the plant view. • Change the plant name at [Setup → Plant details].
• Contact: Opens a pop-up window which displays AEG PS contact informa- tion. • Logout: Opens the log in / log out dialog box. • Security level: Displays the current security level as explained in the section Security Levels .
Item Unit View Description Plant and Group Inverter Overall plant sta- tus - x Red: Plant PR <50%, or: Any inverter in the network - in fail safe mode, or - missing from the scan list, no contact w.
4. Troubleshooting 4.1. Troubleshooting Only trained and authorised personnel familiar with electrical systems and safety issues may work on inverters and electrical installations. Should the inverter not supply energy as expected, go through the checklist before calling serv- ice.
5. Maintenance 5.1. Maintenance Normally, the inverter needs no maintenance or calibration. Ensure the heatsink at the rear of the inverter is not covered. Clean the contacts of the PV load switch once per year. Perform cleaning by cycling the switch to on and off positions ten times.
Lit. No. L00410565-01_02 Rev. date 2011-05-25 France & Africa AEG Power Solutions ZI 10 rue Jean Perrin 37173 Chambray-lès-T ours T e l : + 332 47 80 88 96 Fax: + 332 47 80 88 38 Email: service.fr@aegps.com United Kingdom AEG Power Solutions Ltd.
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