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Advanced Energy® AE 3TL Inverters600 Series and 1000 Series Installation and OperationUser ManualOctober 2013 570-1002542-05B

 Appendix C. Inverter Startup Checklist Inverter Startup Checklist ...

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionDEVICE FAULT LT Overload shutdown in powersection.Acknowledg

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionGRID FREQUENCY LT Detection of a utility mainfrequency fault

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionGRID UNDERVOLT EXTCONDUCTORDetection of utility mainundervol

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionOVERTEMPERATURE 6 Temperature in inverter toohigh. This faul

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionVOLTAGE OFFSET LT Offset adjustment of thepower section was

 SpecificationsPHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS    Table 9‑1. Physical specifications for AE 3TL 600 series and 1000 series Description SpecificationGeneral Ph

Table 9‑2. Electrical specifications (Continued) Description Specifications for 600 Series Specifications for 1000 SeriesContinuous AC powerAE 3TL-12k

Table 9‑2. Electrical specifications (Continued) Description Specifications for 600 Series Specifications for 1000 SeriesMaximum DC powerAE 3TL-12kW:

COOLING SPECIFICATIONS     Table 9‑5. Cooling specifications Description Specification for 600 Series Specification for 1000 SeriesCooling method Natu

 System and MechanicalDiagramsMECHANICAL DIAGRAMS    Figure 10‑1. AE 3TL mechanical diagramAdvanced Energy® AE 3TL InvertersAppendixB570-1002542-05B S

List of TablesTable 1-1. Branch breaker size recommendations ... 1-7Table 1-2. Acronyms and frequently use

Figure 10‑2. 600 series mechanical diagramAdvanced EnergyB‑2 System and Mechanical Diagrams 570-1002542-05B

Figure 10‑3. AE 3TL mechanical diagramAdvanced Energy® AE 3TL Inverters570-1002542-05B System and Mechanical Diagrams B‑3

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 Inverter Startup ChecklistINVERTER STARTUP CHECKLIST     WARNING:Maintenance personnel must receive proper training before installing,troubleshooting

Task Yes NoThe PV array Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) must be connected to theGNC stud bolt available in the connection box.The neutral conducto

Index Aacronyms 1‑9alert boxes in user manual 1‑1anchoringhardware 4‑6Bbracketfor wall mounting 4‑6breakerprotection 1‑6buttonscontrol panel 5‑6Ccable

Ffault codesinverter 8‑5faultsclearing 8‑4overvoltage 8‑5feedthroughAC and DC wiring 4‑9opening 4‑10fuseDC 4‑13sizing 4‑18fusesreplacing 7‑3Ggeneral d

Nnetworkdaisy chain layout 6‑3noise emissions A‑4normal operation 5‑10Oopeningconnection box 4‑12operationfirst time 5‑1normal 5‑10start up 5‑3overvol

Vvoltageoutput 3‑3Wwarning in user manual 1‑1wiringrequirements 1‑6sizing 1‑6wyeconfiguration 3‑3Advanced Energyiv 570-1002542-05BIndex

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List of FiguresFigure 2-1. AE inverter installed in a utility grid PV system ... 2-2Figure 2-2. Main components of the

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 Safety and Product ComplianceGuidelinesIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSTo ensure safe installation and operation of the Advanced Energy AE 3TL unit, rea

  WARNING:WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury, and/or property damage.  

• Always be careful around this equipment.•Never remove the upper inverter lid.• Safe operation requires correct transport, storage, assembly, install

1029Protective Earth ground1028Hazardous voltage1309Hot surface1027Refer to manual for more informationHeavy object—can cause muscle strainor back inj

☞ ImportantThis equipment must be installed and used in accordance with the Conditionsof Use described in this manual. If this equipment is expanded,

  DANGER:Risque de choc électrique. Le boîtier de l’onduleur contient de hautestensions. La source de tension CC (DC Disconnect) doit être à la positi

You must meet the following requirements when wiring the AE 3TL inverter: Table 1‑1. Branch breaker size recommendations Model Breaker SizeAE 3TL-12kW

Grounding Requirements      Determine the appropriate grounding method with the responsible authority havingjurisdiction.•System grounding, if require

Heat Hazard  The AE 3TL cabinet surface and heat sink can reach temperatures up to 75°C(167°F).  WARNING:Risk of burn. The inverter components can bec

Table 1‑2. Acronyms and frequently used terms (Continued) Term DescriptionDSP Digital signal processorDVI Digital video interfaceEMI Electromagnetic i

Table 1‑2. Acronyms and frequently used terms (Continued) Term DescriptionUTC Universal time coordinate. Also known as Greenwich mean time.VAC Voltage

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 Product OverviewOVERVIEW OF THE AE 3TL THREE-PHASEINVERTER      The Advanced Energy AE 3TL three-phase inverter converts direct current (DC)power gen

The AE inverter provides conventional RS-485 and Ethernet communicationinterfaces. The screen provides the feed-in power progression and other operati

Main inverter housingConnection boxDisplay, LEDs, and control buttonsHeatsinkDC DisconnectFigure 2‑2. Main components of the AE 3TL inverterThe name p

 Advanced Energy® AE 3TL Inverters600 Series and 1000 Series Installation and OperationUser ManualOctober 2013 570-1002542-05B

• DC disconnect switch: The built-in disconnect switch allows you to disconnectDC input from the inverter.DisplayDC disconnect switchControl buttonsLE

 PlanningMOVING AND STORING THE INVERTER        Store the inverter in a clean and dry room in the original packaging. Always transportthe inverter in

SPACING AND CLEARANCES   The inverter requires adequate space for proper cooling. When installed, the invertermust have the following clearances: Tabl

DIMENSIONS   The following figure shows the unit dimensions.53 cm (21.1”)94 cm(37”)27 cm (11”)Figure 3‑2. Inverter dimensionsUTILITY GRID INTERCONNECT

Contacting Your Local UtilityContact your electrical utility before connecting the inverter to ensure there are nolocal restrictions or special requir

Grounding studRS-485 connectionSensor connection (analog)RJ-45 Ethernet connectionAC inputDC inputsDC disconnectCommunication boardFigure 3‑3. Compone

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 InstallingHANDLING AND UNPACKING    This section describes the required safe handling and unpacking procedures for theAE 3TL inverter. Always follow

  WARNING:Do not attempt to lift the full weight of the unit from the left or right sides only.Attempting to lift from just the left or right sides on

Upper handleCentral handleLower handleCentral handleFigure 4‑1. Handle locations2. Carefully open the box.3. Use the central handles on each side of t

 COPYRIGHTThis manual and the information contained herein are the proprietary property of AdvancedEnergy Industries, Inc.No part of this manual may b

• User manualTo Inspect the Inverter  1.Inspect the shipping materials and the inverter for any cosmetic or structural damage. 2. Inspect the screen f

  WARNING:Maintenance personnel must receive proper training before installing,troubleshooting, or maintaining high-energy electrical equipment. Poten

• The display should be located approximately 160 cm (63″) above the ground forease of use and operation. An elevated mounting position is permitted i

  AVERTISSEMENT:Avant de percer des trous pour installer l’onduleur, vérifier qu’iln’y a aucun filélectrique ou plomberie dans le secteu.   CAUTION:Wh

2. Use a pencil to draw a level, horizontal line approximately 40 cm (16″) above the position intended for the display.The inverter is designed only f

Heatsink cooling finsLower edge of heatsinkFigure 4‑4. Mounting the inverter on the wall mount bracket9. Fasten the heatsink to the wall mount bracket

☞ ImportantAll conductors must enter the connection box through the availablefeedthrough locations which are for the sole purpose of providing a safe

To Connect the Grounding StudThe grounding stud is located in the same place in both the 600 and 1000 series.1.Strip 20 mm (3/4″) of protective coveri

  AVERTISSEMENT:Risque d’endommagement matériel. L’onduleur est équipé de circuitssensibles aux décharges d’électricité statique (DES). Déchargez tout

TO REMOVE THE CONNECTION BOX COVER1.Turn the DC disconnect switch to the OFF position.2. Remove the screws with spring lock washers on the two left co

Belden® is a registered trademark of Belden, Inc.Modbus® is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric USA, Inc.Power Factor Pro™ is a trademark of

1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5DC2DC1Module 1Module 1Module n Module nFigure 4‑6. 600 series DC con

DC Conductors      DANGER:Electrical connections must comply with national and local standards.Voltage drop and other considerations may dictate that

Table 4‑1. Maximum DC operating data Maximum per Fuse Bank 12TL 16TL 20TL 23TLDC voltage600 series: 500 V1000 series: 1000 VDC operating current 27.5

  DANGER:Avant d’effectuer les branchements CC, assurez-vous que les piles PV sontdéconnectées de l’onduleur en utilisant le connecteur CC externe.  

DC1 inputsDC2 inputsFigure 4‑8. 600 series DC terminal block locations1000 SERIESThe 1000 V series includes six string input pairs with no balancing r

☞ ImportantThe size of the string fuses must not exceed the series fuse rating of the PVmodule. For example, if 15 A is specified on the data sheet of

  AVERTISSEMENT:Ne pas ouvrir la boîte de jonction dans un environnement humide oupoussiéreux. La manipulation de composants électriques exposés par t

☞ ImportantThe AE inverter is a transformerless unit. Do not connect the unit withPV modules that require positive (+) or negative (-) polarity to gro

DC- inputsDC+ inputsFigure 4‑11. 1000 V series DC input terminal blocks in the connection box8. For the 500 V series, ensure that the same number of s

  WARNING:All electrical installations should be completed in accordance with nationaland local electrical codes. The inverter must be connected to a

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  DANGER:RISQUE DE MORT OU DE BLESSURES CORPORELLES. Débrancher etverrouiller/étiqueter toutes les sources de puissance d’entrée avant detravailler su

  AVERTISSEMENT:Ne pas ouvrir la boîte de jonction dans un environnement humide oupoussiéreux. La manipulation de composants électriques exposés par t

AC inputsFigure 4‑13. 1000 V series AC connections3. Connect the grounding conductor to one of the AC terminals marked GND.A Protective Earth (PE) fee

9. Turn off the utility grid circuit breaker.10.Complete a final check of the connections to ensure they are snug and protected from rain.11. Close th

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 OperationFIRST TIME OPERATION     WARNING:Before turning on the inverter, ensure that the connection box cover isproperly installed.   AVERTISSEMENT:

  AVERTISSEMENT:Ne pas mettre l’appareil AE 3TL en marche s’il n’a pas été mis à la terre. To Operate the AE 3TL Inverter for the First Time1.Verify t

☞ ImportantThe inverter automatically performs a self-test after completion of theinitialization routine. The individual system components are checked

  WARNING:Do not attempt to turn on power until the AE 3TL unit is grounded.   AVERTISSEMENT:Ne pas mettre l’appareil AE 3TL en marche s’il n’a pas ét

◦ Status LED Ready is continuously lit.◦Status LED ON flashes.☞ ImportantWhen the solar array voltage is greater than 200 V, the startup procedurestar

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LED Indicators   The AE 3TL inverter has four LED indicators that provide status information. Allfour LEDs light up for six seconds during the self te

Table 5‑2. Control panel buttons (Continued) Screen Information DescriptionThis is the enter button. This button confirms thefollowing:•Menu selection

Table 5‑3. Inverter menus (Continued) Menu Options DescriptionConfigurationThe following parameters can be configured:• Languages• Communication: Ethe

To Set the Country CodeImmediately after the DC voltage is switched on for the first time, a window appearson the display requesting confirmation of t

Selecting and confirming the country code also sets the language for the displaymenus. The language setting may be modified without changing the count

ABSOLUTE YIELD DATA•Press the ► button once.The current yield data and the accumulated operating hours through the current daydisplay.F1 F2ESCREADY ON

NORMALIZATION INPUTTo receive the normalized yield data, press the F2 button and enter the connected PVgenerator output at parameter P1155 as follows:

Figure 5‑7. Previous day's feed-in power3. Press the ESC button to return to the basic operating screen.The inverter stores data which records me

4. Position the cursor over the first digit location for entering the five digit password. Use the ▲ or▼ buttons to scroll to the correct number. 5.Mo

To Select the Communications Settings    The communications method must be configured before the inverter is connected to anetwork.1.Press the F1 butt

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4. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select the following:◦ Activation:▪ 0 = off▪ 1 = on◦ Send configuration:▪ 0 = no configuration data in the queue▪ 1 = co

Table 5‑6. Data logger parameters Parameter Number Parameter Definition DescriptionP450.00 Data logger on or offSwitches the data loggeron and off:•0:

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 Data Monitoring and ControlsDATA COMMUNICATIONS OVERVIEW    The AE 3TL inverter is equipped with integrated data monitoring hardware foraccessing inv

All AE commercial inverters come standard with an Ethernet port that is intended tobe connected to the Internet or to a local area network. Communicat

RS-485 NETWORK LAYOUT  When multiple inverters or other Modbus slave devices are connected to a singleModbus master device, the multiple devices need

RS-485 IN/OUT A = INB = OUT Analog (sensor)Ethernet (RJ-45)Figure 6‑2. Communication interface RS-485, Analog (Sensor), Ethernet (RJ-45)2. Note that e

Figure 6‑3. RS-485 connections☞ ImportantUse an Ethernet cable of S/FTP design (Shielded Foiled Twisted Pair).Advanced Energy® AE 3TL Inverters570-100

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 Maintenance    WARNING:These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. Toreduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any

To Change the Menu Language ... 5-14To Select the Communications Settings ...

VISUAL INSPECTION     DANGER:Risk of electrical shock. High voltages are present in the inverter cabinet.Both AC and DC disconnects must be in the OFF

Table 7‑1. Maintenance checklist Item # Check or Procedure MaintenanceCycleGeneral inspection and cleaning1 Record general site conditions. Annually2

To Replace the Fuses1.Observe proper LOTO procedures to isolate the unit electrically.2. Open the connection box cover.3. Flip the fuse holder switch

 Troubleshooting and SolarEnergy Technical SupportBefore calling AE Solar Energy Technical Support, perform recommended checksand troubleshooting proc

The inverter provides four LEDs and a display that are the primary indicators of thesystem status.When the FAULT LED is on:1.Record the message on the

  AVERTISSEMENT:Le personnel d’entretien doit recevoir une formation appropriée avantd’installer, de dépanner ou d’entretenir un équipement électrique

F1 F2ESCREADY ON ALARM EARTH FLTAnalysisActual ValueFailure MemoryConfigurationDevice InformationF1-MenuFigure 8‑1. Failure Memory menu itemClearing a

Overvoltage Fault    600 SERIESThe inverter has two DC inputs, DC1 and DC2, each of which is limited to 500 V. Arelay (combiner) inside the inverter c

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionACTIVATION LT Timeout. Intermediate circuitis precharging. 1.Acknowledge

Table 8‑1. Inverter faults (Continued) Display Screen Text Operation Condition DescriptionCONTROLLER VOLTAGE 3 Asymmetry in intermediatecircuit low.Wa