PVmaster ISO container station

Installation instructions

For
PVM2-xx-xxx-EM
 

No.: 181-10061

Date: 08/2012
Revision: 0

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Table of contents

1 Notes on the documentation 5

1.1 Annotation practices and formatting styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 Safety information and warning notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.2 General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.3 Formatting styles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Target group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.3 Other applicable documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 Safety 7
2.1 Basic safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.1 Before working on the PVmaster station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.2 During work on the PVmaster station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.3 During operation of the PVmaster station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 Declaration of conformity, standards and guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3.1 Declaration of conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3.2 Standards and guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Description of system 11
3.1 Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.1 PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.2 PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.2 Medium-voltage connection alternatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.1 PVmaster station with 2 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.2 PVmaster station with 3 and 4 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.3 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4 Location 15
4.1 Dimensions and weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3 Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5 Installation 17
5.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1.1 General diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 Cable entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.2.1 PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.2.2 PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.3 Earth connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.4 Photovoltaic generator connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.4.1 General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.4.2 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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5.5 Medium-voltage switchgear connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.5.1 Fuse links. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6 Operation 25
6.1 Switching on the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear . . . 25
6.2 Switching off the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear . . . 27
6.3 Switching on the PVmaster II large-scale inverters only . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.4 Switching off the PVmaster II large-scale inverters only . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

7 Maintenance 29
7.1 General information about the station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2 Cables and connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.3 Air cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.4 Medium-voltage switchgear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.5 LTi helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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 Annotation practices and formatting styles

1 Notes on the documentation

1.1 Annotation practices and formatting styles

1.1.1 Safety information and warning notices

The safety information and warning notices are classified as follows in terms of
danger levels:
DANGER
Failure to heed warnings flagged up by the word DANGER will always lead to
serious or fatal injuries.

WARNING
Failure to heed information flagged up by the word WARNING may lead to
serious or fatal injuries.

CAUTION
Failure to heed information flagged up by the word CAUTION may lead to
minor injuries.

ATTENTION
Failure to heed information flagged up by the word ATTENTION may lead to
damage to equipment.

The safety information and warning notices are accompanied by the following
signs:

This sign acts as a warning of a danger area.

An explanation of the type and source of the danger is given in the
safety information / warning notice.

This sign acts as a warning of dangerous electrical voltage levels.

An explanation of the source of the danger is given in the safety
information / warning notice.

This sign acts as a warning of a hot surface.

An explanation of the source of the danger is given in the safety
information / warning notice.

This sign acts as a warning of non-ionising electromagnetic radia-

tion.
An explanation of the source of the danger is given in the safety
information / warning notice.

1.1.2 General information

NOTE
Sign to indicate that this is important information.

REFERENCE
Reference to further documentation.

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 Target group

1.1.3 Formatting styles

• Lists with bullet points indicate a step-by-step procedure.

1.2 Target group

In order to avoid personal injury and prevent damage to equipment, only quali-
fied and trained electrical engineers are permitted to work on the PVmaster II.
The qualified person must read the product documentation.
The national accident prevention regulations (e.g. BGV A3 in Germany) must be
complied with.

1.3 Other applicable documents

NOTE
This document covers the technical data, the location and the installation of
the PVmaster station. Further information may be found in the other applicable
documents.
Document Article number Contents
PVmaster II 181-10055 Installation and maintenance
Cooling system - Installation and maintenance
Installation, operation and main-
Medium-voltage switchgear -
tenance

6 Notes on the documentation PVmaster station

 Basic safety instructions

2 Safety

2.1 Basic safety instructions

2.1.1 Before working on the PVmaster station

WARNING
Risk of death, serious injury and/or damage to equipment if safety inst-
ructions are not heeded!
• Please read the product documentation first.
• Please read and follow the safety instructions.
WARNING
Risk of death, serious injury and/or damage to equipment if safety inst-
ructions are not heeded!
Only qualified and trained electrical engineers may work on the equipment.
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.
• Comply with the national accident prevention regulations.

2.1.2 During work on the PVmaster station

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
PVmaster II:
1. DC line from photovoltaic generator
2. AC line to supply network
3. External auxiliary voltage supply
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The DC link capacitors of the inverter are still charged after switch-off.
• Before working on the system, wait until the capacitors have discharged
and make sure the equipment is no longer live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Photovoltaic modules are energised as soon as they are exposed to light.
• Before working on the system, take the necessary measures and make
sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Before working on the system, carry out the following five steps for your safety:
1. Disconnect
2. Provide safeguards to prevent unintentional restart
3. Verify isolation from supply at all poles
4. Earth and short-circuit (not on DC side)
5. Cover or encase any neighbouring parts which are still live
It is possible to omit the earthing and short-circuiting in systems with rated
voltages of up to 1000 V as long as safety rules 1 to 3 are followed.

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 Intended use

CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot components!
The heat sink of the inverter, the inductor, the transformer, the filters and the
fuses get hot during operation.
• Make sure that the components have cooled down to room temperature
before starting work.
• Alternatively, wear protective clothing and gloves when working near hot
components.
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot coolant!
The coolant reaches high temperatures during operation.
• Make sure that the coolant has cooled down to room temperature before
starting work.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage to equipment if instructions are not followed!
• Compliance with the connection conditions and technical specifications is
mandatory.
• Pay attention to the standards for electrical installation, e.g. conductor
cross-sectional area, protective earth and earth connection.
• Follow the installation instructions relevant to the specific country in any
given case and comply with the requirements set out by the local energy
supply company.
• Do not touch electronic components or contacts
(components can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge).

2.1.3 During operation of the PVmaster station

CAUTION
Risk of damage to hearing from high noise levels!
• Wear ear defenders if exposed to the noise for a long time.

CAUTION
Hazard posed by electromagnetic fields!
Potential health hazard for people with pacemakers, metallic implants or hea-
ring aids.
• Such people should consult their doctor before working on a system with
inverters.

2.2 Intended use

The PVmaster station, consisting of a medium-voltage switchgear assembly,
a medium-voltage transformer and several PVmaster II large-scale inverters,
converts direct current into grid-compatible alternating current.
Any other or further use is considered incorrect. The manufacturer/supplier is
not liable for any damage resulting from incorrect use. The operator alone bears
the risk.
Correct use also includes heeding the product documentation.
The PVmaster station is built in conformity with the latest technological stan-
dards and in accordance with the recognised safety regulations. All PVmaster
stations are thoroughly checked before dispatch. Nevertheless, incorrect or
improper use may result in the death or injury of the user or third parties or in
damage to the equipment or other property.

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 Declaration of conformity, standards and guidelines

The PVmaster station must be installed by an accredited specialist company

which takes responsibility for following the applicable standards and regulations.
Repairs may only be carried out by authorised repair workshops. Unauthorised
access and intervention could lead to death, physical injury or material damage.
LTi REEnergy GmbH shall not be liable for any damage and the guarantee will
become void.

2.3 Declaration of conformity, standards and guidelines

2.3.1 Declaration of conformity

The PVmaster station satisfies all the design and safety requirements laid down
in the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Volta-
ge Directive (2006/95/EC).

2.3.2 Standards and guidelines

The PVmaster II series meets the following standards:
–– DIN EN 50178: 1998-04
Electronic Equipment for Use in Power Installations
–– DIN EN 61000-6-2; 2006-03
Electromagnetic Compatibility - Part 6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for
Industrial Environments
–– DIN EN 61000-6-4: 2007-09
Electromagnetic Compatibility - Part 6-4: Generic standards - Interference
Emission for Industrial Environments
–– DIN EN 60439-1: 2005-01, Supplementary Sheet 2:2009-05
Low-Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear Assemblies - Part 1: Type-Tested
and Partially Type-Tested Assemblies
–– DIN EN 50274: 2002-11
Low-Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear Assemblies - Protection against
Electric Shock - Protection against Unintentional Direct Contact with Hazar-
dous Live Parts
The PVmaster station meets the following standards:
–– DIN EN 62271-202: 2007-08
High-Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear

PVmaster station Safety 9

 Declaration of conformity, standards and guidelines

10 Safety PVmaster station

 Description

3 Description of system

3.1 Description
REFERENCE
These instructions refer to the PVmaster station excluding the PVmaster II
units which are used. Please refer to the relevant operating instructions for
information on the PVmaster II.

3.1.1 PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units

1 2

7 6 5 4

8 9

Fig. 3.1:  PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units

Legend
1. Subdistribution board
2. Heat exchanger
3. Circulating pump with equalising tank
4. Medium-voltage transformer
5. Fan
6. Main Combiner Box
7. PVmaster II large-scale inverter
8. Medium-voltage switchgear
9. Auxiliary voltage transformer

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 Description

3.1.2 PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units

1 2 3 3

9 8 7 6

Fig. 3.2:  PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units

Legend
1. Subdistribution board
2. Auxiliary voltage transformer
3. Medium-voltage switchgear
4. Heat exchanger
5. Circulating pump with equalising tank
6. Medium-voltage transformer
7. Main Combiner Box
8. PVmaster II large-scale inverter
9. Fan

12 Description of system PVmaster station

 Medium-voltage connection alternatives

3.2 Medium-voltage connection alternatives

3.2.1 PVmaster station with 2 PVmaster II units

The PVmaster station can be supplied with the following medium-voltage con-
nection options:

PVmaster-Station Version 1
2 x PVmaster II
C-T PVmaster
1 x three-winding transformer
= Cable-transformer-medium-voltage
~
~ switchgear
~

PVmaster

=
~
~
~

NOTE
The vector group of the medium-voltage transformer changes in the case of a
PVmaster station with one PVmaster II.

3.2.2 PVmaster station with 3 and 4 PVmaster II units

The PVmaster station can be supplied with the following medium-voltage con-
nection options:

PVmaster-Station Version 1
3 or 4 x PVmaster II
C-T PVmaster
1 x two-winding transformer
= Cable-transformer-medium-voltage
~
~ switchgear
~
DC and AC side each closed in paral-
PVmaster lel

=
~
~
~

PVmaster

=
~
~
~

PVmaster

=
~
~
~

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 Technical data

3.3 Technical data

Description PVmaster station
General information
Ambient temperature -20 °C to +50 °C 1)
Relative humidity 15 % to 85 %, condensation not permitted
Cooling system Regulated air/liquid cooling (closed loop system)
Protection type (IEC 60529)
Inverter room IP43
Medium-voltage transformer IP33
For dimensions and weights see Section 4.1, p. 15
1) Rated values up to +45 °C, possible derating at higher ambient temperatures
Fig. 3.1:  Technical data

NOTE
The electrical supply data depend on which PVmaster II units are used. The
wattages are calculated during the planning phase.

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 Dimensions and weight

4 Location

4.1 Dimensions and weight

2438 mm 6058 mm
2591 mm

Fig. 4.1:  Dimensions of PVmaster station ISO container

PVmaster station PVmaster station PVmaster station

Description
incl. 2 x PVmaster II incl. 3 x PVmaster II incl. 4 x PVmaster II
Weight (approx.) 7500 kg 10,000 kg 12,000 kg
Table 4.1:  Weight of PVmaster station ISO container

The dimensions of the cable entries for DC, AC and signal lines can be found in
Section 5.2, p. 20.

4.2 Foundation
5853 mm

Kiesbett 0/45 o. Ä.
(max 5 % Feinkornanteil)
Ev2 = 20 MN/m2 auf Schotterbett
Ev2 = 20 MN/m2 200 mm

Ev2 = 50 MN/m2 min. 800 mm

min. 200 mm
min. 500 mm Verdichten/stabilisieren min. 2700 mm
Kiesbett 0/45 o. Ä.
(max 5 % Feinkornanteil)
Ev2 = 50 MN/m2 auf Schotterbett

Fig. 4.2:  Foundation for PVmaster station

A foundation is required for installation which is capable of bearing the weight of

the PVmaster station. If the ground is excavated in accordance with the above
dimensions then the station flooring will jut out 200 mm over the top edge of the
prepared site.

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 Location

4.3 Location
The following requirements must be met prior to the delivery and installation of
the PVmaster station:
–– There must be a sufficiently made-up roadway for the transportation and
installation vehicles to be able to access the site easily.
–– The following requirements must be met in respect of the installation site
terrain:
–– It must be stable enough for the truck and the truck-mounted crane;
–– It must be possible to set the truck-mounted crane up at ground level with
appropriate sling gear;
–– There must be sufficient clearance for working around the truck and the
truck-mounted crane.

4.4 Installation
The PVmaster station is delivered with the Main Combiner Boxes removed:
• Fit the Main Combiner Boxes as illustrated in Fig. 4.1.

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5 Installation
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
PVmaster II:
1. DC line from photovoltaic generator
2. AC line to supply network
3. External auxiliary voltage supply
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The DC link capacitors of the inverter are still charged after switch-off.
• Before working on the system, wait until the capacitors have discharged
and make sure the equipment is no longer live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to two independent power supply units can be connected to the Main Com-
biner Box:
1. DC line from photovoltaic generator
2. DC lines from Main Combiner Boxes connected in parallel
When using several Main Combiner Boxes connected in parallel, it is essential
for all the Main Combiner Boxes to be fitted with a safety disconnection func-
tion!
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Risk of arc discharge and electric shock!
The fuse holders in the Main Combiner Box are mounting devices - they are
not circuit breakers, isolating switches or load-break switches.
• Change the fuses in off-load state only.
• Always wear the glove when placing the fuses in the holders. Make sure
that the fuses are not pressed too far down into the holders so that they can
be changed again with the glove.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
When changing fuses the full voltage is applied to the generator string.

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Photovoltaic modules are energised as soon as they are exposed to light.
• Before working on the system, take the necessary measures and make
sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Before working on the system, carry out the following five steps for your safety:
1. Disconnect
2. Provide safeguards to prevent unintentional restart
3. Verify isolation from supply at all poles
4. Earth and short-circuit (not on DC side)
5. Cover or encase any neighbouring parts which are still live
It is possible to omit the earthing and short-circuiting in systems with rated volt-
ages of up to 1000 V as long as safety rules 1 to 3 are followed.

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WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.
ATTENTION
Failure to comply may result in damage to the system!
• Do not use any fuses other than those designed for use in photovoltaic ap-
plications.
• Check that all connection bolts are tightened securely before start of opera-
tion and during maintenance work.
ATTENTION
Failure to comply may result in damage to the system!
The DC input voltage on the PVmaster may not exceed 850 V or 900 V de-
pending on the model. Otherwise the PVmaster may be damaged.
REFERENCE
These instructions refer to the PVmaster station excluding the PVmaster II
units which are used. Please refer to the relevant operating instructions for
information on the PVmaster II.

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 Overview

5.1 Overview

5.1.1 General diagram

PV generator

450...900 V DC or
500...900 V DC

DC fuses DC fuses DC fuses DC fuses

PVmaster-Station

PVmaster PVmaster PVmaster PVmaster

DC main switch DC main switch DC main switch DC main switch

Surge arrester Surge arrester Surge arrester Surge arrester

DC EMC filter DC EMC filter DC EMC filter DC EMC filter

Inverter =~ Inverter =~ Inverter =~ Inverter =~

~
~ ~
~ ~
~ ~
~

Sine filter Sine filter Sine filter Sine filter

AC contactor AC contactor AC contactor AC contactor

Safety load-break switch Safety load-break switch Safety load-break switch Safety load-break switch

Auxiliary transformer 290 V AC or 290 V AC or 290 V AC or 290 V AC or

290 or 330/400 V 330 V AC 330 V AC 330 V AC 330 V AC

Surge arrester

Medium-voltage transformer

PT100 temperature monitoring unit ϑ

Medium-voltage switchgear

MS 1Q3

e.g. 20,000 V AC

MS 1Q1/L1,L2,L3

Fig. 5.1:  General diagram of PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units

NOTE
The vector group of the medium-voltage transformer changes in the case of a
PVmaster station with two PVmaster II units.

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 Cable entry

5.2 Cable entry

5.2.1 PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units

ø 32

300
219
1 278 1000 668

2316 120
155
237

120 2
180
100
180

Fig. 5.2:  PVmaster station with 2 and 3 PVmaster II units

Legend
1. DC cable entries
2. AC cable entries

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 Cable entry

5.2.2 PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units

ø 32

300
219
1 278 1000 668

1303 120
155
237

120 2
180
100
180

Fig. 5.3:  PVmaster station with 4 PVmaster II units

Legend
1. DC cable entries
2. AC cable entries

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 Earth connection

5.3 Earth connection

Fig. 5.4:  PVmaster station

The earth terminal is connected to the supply on the outside of the PVmaster
station:
• Identify the cable cross-section as dictated by local conditions.
• Screw down the line as illustrated in Fig. 5.4.

5.4 Photovoltaic generator connection

The photovoltaic generator is connected via the DC connections in the Main
Combiner Boxes.

5.4.1 General information

• Damp must not be allowed inside when the door is open and when work is
being carried out.
• Do not use any fuses other than those designed for use in photovoltaic ap-
plications. The fuses must be approved for minimum 900 VDC.
• Allow for sufficient design dimensions when selecting the fuses. The rated
value of the fuse should be at least 1.5 times the expected string current. It is
the room temperature rather than the ambient temperature which is relevant
for the dimensioning of the Main Combiner Box in order to prevent prema-
ture tripping due to heating up.

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 Photovoltaic generator connection

5.4.2 Connection
DANGER
Risk of arc discharge and electric shock!
The fuse holders in the Main Combiner Box are mounting devices - they are
not circuit breakers, isolating switches or load-break switches.
• Change the fuses in off-load state only.
• Always wear the glove when placing the fuses in the holders. Make sure
that the fuses are not pressed too far down into the holders so that they can
be changed again with the glove.

2 7

3 –

4
+

5 –+–+–+ –+–+–+

Fig. 5.5:  Main Combiner Box

Legend
1. Terminal clamps L- main line 4. Terminal clamp for two L+ string lines
to PVmaster II and for parallel connection 5. Terminal clamp for two L- string lines
2. Five fuse holders per pole from left with fuse for 6. Cable clamping rail
connection of generator strings 7. One fuse holder per pole from right with fuse holder
3. Terminal clamps L+ main line and indicator for parallel connection
to PVmaster II and for parallel connection

– + – +
MCB

MCB

– + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – +

Fig. 5.6:  Main Combiner Box terminal diagram

• Remove the contact protection from the DC connections in the PVmaster II
control cabinets and the Main Combiner Boxes.

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 Medium-voltage switchgear connection

• There are prefabricated DC cables in the PVmaster II control cabinets for the
connection between the PVmaster II and the Main Combiner Boxes. Feed
the prefabricated cables through the base of the PVmaster II control cabinet
and through the cable entry on the ISO container and connect them to the
terminal clamps in the corresponding Main Combiner Boxes (Fig. 5.5, 1, 3).
• There are prefabricated DC cables in the Main Combiner Boxes for the par-
allel connection of the Main Combiner Boxes. Connect the Main Combiner
Boxes as illustrated in Fig. 5.6 .
• No cables are supplied for the connection of the photovoltaic generator.
Identify the cable cross-section as dictated by local conditions. This will
depend on the cable protection, the installation method and the ambient tem-
perature.
• Feed the DC cables from the photovoltaic generator into the Main Combiner
Box and connect them as illustrated in Fig. 5.5, (2).
• Fit all the cables on a cable clamping rail.
• Always wear the glove when placing the fuses in the holders. Make sure that
the fuses are not pressed too far down into the holders so that they can be
changed again with the glove.
• Fit the contact protection back in place.

5.5 Medium-voltage switchgear connection

REFERENCE
Please refer to the manufacturer's documentation for instructions on installa-
tion and servicing.

5.5.1 Fuse links

The fuse links are supplied with the product.
REFERENCE
Please refer to the medium-voltage switchgear manufacturer's documentation
for instructions on selecting and replacing the fuse links.

NOTE
We recommend replacing all three fuse links at the same time.

24 Installation PVmaster station

 Switching on the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear

6 Operation

6.1 Switching on the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The enclosure doors on the PVmaster II must be closed during operation.

WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.

6
3

2
1

5 6

Fig. 6.1:  General diagram (example: PVmaster station for up to two PVmaster
II units)

Legend
1. DC main switch (in enclosure)
2. AC auxiliary voltage switch (in enclosure)
3. Release switch
4. Automatic circuit breakers
5. Subdistribution board
6. Medium-voltage switchgear

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 Switching on the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear

Proceed as follows to switch on the PVmaster station:

WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.
• Read the operating instructions for the medium-voltage switchgear.
WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
There is a risk of an earth fault with PVmaster stations which are
connected by a ring main.
Before connecting the load-break switch on the first PVmaster station, make
sure that the supply line in the next PVmaster station is not earthed.
NOTE
Carry out each switching operation to the limit.

• Switch on the medium-voltage switchgear (5).

• Switch on all the power switches and automatic circuit breakers on the sub-
distribution board.
• Switch on all the AC auxiliary voltage switches (2).
• Switch on all the DC main switches (1).
• Close the doors on the PVmaster II.
• Switch on all the release switches (3).
• Switch on the release switch on the user interface.
The PVmaster station is now switched on.

26 Operation PVmaster station

 Switching off the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear

6.2 Switching off the PVmaster station with medium-voltage switchgear

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
PVmaster II.
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The intermediate circuit of the inverter may still be live after the voltage has
been switched off.
• Before working on the system, wait until the voltage has dissipated and
make sure the equipment is no longer live.

Proceed as follows to switch off the PVmaster station:

WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.
• Read the operating instructions for the medium-voltage switchgear.
NOTE
Carry out each switching operation to the limit.

• Switch off the release switch on the user interface.

• Switch off all the release switches (3).
• Switch off all the DC main switches (1).
• Switch off all the AC auxiliary voltage switches (2).
• Switch off all the power switches and automatic circuit breakers on the sub-
distribution board.
WARNING
Failure to comply may result in fatality or injury!
The earthing switches on the medium-voltage switchgear may only be
switched on if the mains cables are disconnected from the power supply.
• Switch off the medium-voltage switchgear (5).
The PVmaster station is now switched off but is not deenergised.

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 Switching on the PVmaster II large-scale inverters only

6.3 Switching on the PVmaster II large-scale inverters only

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The enclosure doors on the PVmaster II must be closed during operation.

The supply network is already connected to the medium-voltage switchgear.

Proceed as follows to switch on the PVmaster II:
• Switch on all the AC auxiliary voltage switches (2).
• Switch on all the DC main switches (1).
• Close the doors on the PVmaster II.
• Switch on all the release switches (3).
• Switch on the release switch on the user interface.
The PVmaster station is now switched on.

6.4 Switching off the PVmaster II large-scale inverters only

DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
PVmaster II.
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The intermediate circuit of the inverter may still be live after the voltage has
been switched off.
• Before working on the system, wait until the voltage has dissipated and
make sure the equipment is no longer live.

The supply network remains connected to the medium-voltage switchgear.

Proceed as follows to switch off the PVmaster II only:
• Switch off the release switch on the user interface.
• Switch off all the release switches (3).
• Switch off all the DC main switches (1).
• Switch off all the AC auxiliary voltage switches (2).
Only the PVmaster II large-scale inverters are switched off but are not deener-
gised.

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7 Maintenance
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
PVmaster II:
1. DC line from photovoltaic generator
2. AC line to supply network
3. External auxiliary voltage supply
• Before starting work, make sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
The DC link capacitors of the inverter are still charged after switch-off.
• Before working on the system, wait until the capacitors have discharged
and make sure the equipment is no longer live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Photovoltaic modules are energised as soon as they are exposed to light.
• Before working on the system, take the necessary measures and make
sure that the system is not live.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Before working on the system, carry out the following five steps for your safety:
1. Disconnect
2. Provide safeguards to prevent unintentional restart
3. Verify isolation from supply at all poles
4. Earth and short-circuit (not on DC side)
5. Cover or encase any neighbouring parts which are still live
It is possible to omit the earthing and short-circuiting in systems with rated volt-
ages of up to 1000 V as long as safety rules 1 to 3 are followed.
WARNING
Risk of death, serious injury and/or damage to equipment if safety in-
structions are not heeded!
• Please read the product documentation first.
• Please read and follow the safety instructions.
WARNING
Risk of death, serious injury and/or damage to equipment if safety in-
structions are not heeded!
Only qualified and trained electrical engineers may work on the equipment.
Those operating medium-voltage switchgear must have the necessary authori-
sation to work on medium-voltage switchgear.
• Comply with the national accident prevention regulations.
ATTENTION
If there is a defect, the system must not be put into operation again. Arrange-
ments should be made to have the PVmaster II checked by a specialist com-
pany.
REFERENCE
The operating instructions for the cooling system cover the servicing of the
cooling system.

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 General information about the station

7.1 General information about the station

Component Check Explanation and remedy
Replace if the damage affects the
Damaged
safety or operation.
Find cause and take remedial ac-
Station Dust deposits, dirt, damp
tion. Clean control cabinet.
Find cause and take remedial ac-
Water ingress in base of station
tion.
Touch protection Damaged Replace
Safety stickers, markings Missing or damaged markings Renew markings
Stiff Spray with water-free lubricant.
Find cause and take remedial ac-
Door lock, hinges
Loose, creaky tion.
Replace where applicable.
Door seal (if fitted) Damaged, letting in water Replace

7.2 Cables and connections

Component Check Explanation and remedy
Find cause and take remedial ac-
Discoloured tion.
Cables
Replace where applicable.
Damaged Replace
Loose Tighten
Find cause and take remedial ac-
Discoloured tion.
Connections
Replace where applicable.
Replace where applicable.
Corroded
Regrease contacts if necessary

7.3 Air cooling

The PVmaster II air intake and discharge must be guaranteed at all times.
Component Check Explanation and remedy
Knock to dislodge contents, suction
clean, blast carefully with com-
pressed air.
Dust deposits, dirt, damp
Air filter Do not clean with a harsh water jet
or wring out.
Fit dry air filters only.
Damaged Replace
Dust deposits, dirt, damp Blast out with compressed air
Ventilation grill
Damaged Replace
Fan Function Place into operation manually.

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 Medium-voltage switchgear

7.4 Medium-voltage switchgear

NOTE
SF6 gas must be recycled and may not be released into the atmosphere. The
disposal must be taken care of by a professional company in compliance with
the relevant national regulations.
Component Check Explanation and remedy
Check the gas pressure.
Please also refer to the instructions
in the operating manual.
The SF6 gas system should not
Medium-voltage switchgear SF6 gas pressure
be topped up by untrained staff but
should only be undertaken with the
manufacturer of the system or with
a servicing company.

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 LTi helpline

7.5 LTi helpline

If you have any technical queries on project engineering or commissioning the
PVmaster II, or if you need further technical support during servicing, please
contact the LTi helpline.
Germany China France
LTi REEnergy GmbH LTi Reenergy (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. LTi DRiVES GmbH
Heinrich-Hertz-Str. 18 No. 80, Lane 2927, Lai Yang Road 260 Rue Denis Papin
59423 Unna Pudong New District 54710 Ludres
Tel.: +49 2303 779 112 Shanghai 200137 P.R.C. Tel.: +33 383 26 40 99
pvmaster@lt-i.com Fax: +33 383 26 79 23
www.lt-i.com Tel.: +86 21 50400088 thierry.bozon@lt-i.com
Fax: +86 21 50416332 www.lt-i.com
info@lt-i.com.cn
http://www.lt-i.com.cn

India Italy Austria

Kuebler Automation Pvt. Ltd. LTi ITALiA srl LTi AUSTRiA GmbH
House no 677, S no 269/3, via F. lli Rosselli 3/29 Durisolstr. 7
Bhugaon, Paud Road 20019 Settimo Milanese (MI) 4600 Wels
Pune, Pin: 412 108 Tel.: +39 02 33 51 48 96 Tel.: +43 7242 360944-0
Maharashtra Fax: +39 02 33 54 98 76 Fax: +43 7242 360944-5
Tel.: +91 020 22953819 info.italia@lt-i.com info-austria@lt-i.com
Fax: +91 020 22953818 www.lt-i.it
info-india@lt-i.com

Switzerland Spain Taiwan

LTi DRiVES GmbH SAIN Automatización Solutions, S. LTi DRiVES Co., Ltd.
Route des Arsenaux 41 L. 2F, No. 7, Industry E. Rd. 4
1705 Fribourg Carretera N-151, de Girona-An- Science-Based Industrial Park
Tel.: +41 44 440 66 60 glès, km 106 30077 Hsinchu
Fax: +41 26 422 14 88 17163 Vilana-Bescanó (Girona) Tel.: +886 3 5795 188
Tel.: +34 972 100 619 Fax: +886 3 5795 065
Technoparkstraße 1 Fax: +34 972 442 317 info@lust.com.tw
8005 Zürich info@sainsl.com http://www.lust.com.tw
Tel.: +41 44 440 66 60 www.sainsl.com
Fax: +41 26 422 14 88
info@lt-i.ch
www.lt-i.ch

USA
LTi REEnergy USA
5020 Ritter Road, Suite 103
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Tel.: +1 717 620 8702
Mob.: +1 717 602 3503
steve.shirey@lt-i.com

REFERENCE
A description of possible faults can be found in the PVmaster II operating
instructions.

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LTi REEnergy GmbH
Heinrich-Hertz-Str. 18
59423 Unna
GERMANY
Tel. +49 2303 779-150
Fax +49 2303 779-397

reenergy.lt-i.com
pvmaster@lt-i.com

Subject to technical modifications.