PVI 6500 PVI 7500 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Residential/Commercial Grid‐Tied Photovoltaic Inverter © 2012, Solectria Renewables, LLC All information subject to change without notice REV H 05/07/2012
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 IMPORTANT REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY INFORMATION For warranty to become active, this inverter must be registered. To activate warranty and register inverter, please visit the link below. www.solren.com/registration IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before installing or using the PVI 6500‐7500, please read all instructions and caution markings in this manual and on the PVI 6500‐7500 unit as well as the PV modules.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 This manual contaains important instructions that shall be followed duriing installation and maintenance of the PVI P 6500 and PVI 0 Inverter. 7500 To re educe the riskk of electrical shock, and to o ensure safe installation and operation of the inverteer, the follow wing safety sym mbols are used u to indicate dangerous conditions an nd important safety instrucctions.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 General Safety Precautions Trained, qualified personnel are required to mount, reconfigure or repair this device. Do not work on the inverter when it is energized. Personnel must remove all conductive jewelry prior to installation or service of the device, parts, connectors, and/or wiring. Use proper lifting techniques whenever handling enclosure, equipment or parts.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Repair and Maintenance The inverter contains no user serviceable parts. Only Solectria Renewables personnel are authorized to carry out internal repair and maintenance of the unit. Please return the device for repair and maintenance. For maintenance and replacement of the fuses by qualified personnel, please refer to section 5.3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Table of Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... Installation ........................................................................................................................................... 2.1 Checking for Shipping Damage ..........................................................................
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 1 Introduction The PVI 6500 and PVI 7500 are single phase, grid‐tied PV inverters designed to be interconnected to the electric utility grid. By following the instructions in this manual, the PVI 6500 ‐ PVI 7500 can be installed and operated safely. This installation guide is to be used as reference for commissioning and as a guideline on how to use the inverter most effectively.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 The concept of stringing PV modules The use of a PV string significantly reduces the cabling costs on a photovoltaic system. The use of strings of several PV modules in series and multiple parallel strings of PV modules is delivering a high operating voltage to the solar inverter. This advantage is primarily reflected in a higher efficiency of the inverter and lower wiring cost.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Another important safety feature that has the ability to isolate the inverter from the grid is the DC ground fault detection and interrupt (GFDI) circuit. The PV array’s grounded conductor is bonded to ground inside the inverter through the GFDI fuse (and must not be bonded to ground at any other point outside of the inverter). PVI 6500‐7500 Description 7 11 5 9 8 10 3 2(inside) 1 4 6 Fig. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 2 Installation WARNING: Before installing the PVI 6500‐7500, read all instructions and caution markings in this manual and on the PVI 6500‐7500 as well as those written on the photovoltaic modules. WARNING: Electrical installation shall be performed in accordance with all local and national electrical codes.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 that the inverter be mounted on the north or east side of buildings or on the northern side of a ground mounted PV array. Following these guidelines help prevent the unit from limiting the power produced due to an excessively high inverter temperature. In hot climates, the housing and heat sink can reach 160o F (70o C) and must be mounted on an appropriate material for this temperature as well as one that meets local codes.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Fig. 2.2.1 PVI 6500/7500 Dimensional Diagram Placement and location WARNING! Some parts of the heat sink can reach temperatures over 160F (70℃). Keep flammable, explosive materials or trash at an appropriate distance from the inverter! WARNING! Do not expose the inverter to corrosive liquids and/or gasses. ∙ The mounting bracket should be fastened to a concrete or a masonry wall using appropriate anchors.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.2.2 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Clearances recommended for PVI 6500/7500 inverter installation Mounting details The steps listed below describe how to mount the inverter on the wall: ‐ After taking the inverter out of the cardboard box, you will find the bracket in the bag behind the heat sink. The bracket needs to be picked up from the inverter as shown in the figure 2.2.3 below. Fig 2.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.2.4 Remove the bracket from the inverter Use the bracket (Fig 2.2.5) as a template to mark the hole locations on the wall. After drilling the holes, the mounting bracket should be fastened to the wall with screws or screw‐anchors as shown in Figure 2.2.6. m 2.91” 4m 190mm 120mm 70mm 4 525mm 1. PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 4.75” 20.67” 7.5” 405m 16.94” m 14 70mm 2.75” 2.75 9.88” 98.43 250mm 7.12” 180mm 125mm 4.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.2.5 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Mounting bracket and its dimensions 30cm 11.8” 60cm 23.6” 3 0 cm 11.8” 58”‐ 67” 100~170cm ¼” diameter mounting screw recommended or 3/16‐1/4” anchor bolt Fig 2.2.6. Fastening the mounting bracket 2. Once the mounting bracket is fastened to the wall, the inverter and the wiring box can be hooked onto the bracket and slipped down into place.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 Flange with F m mounting holees F 2.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Fig 2.2.8 Fasten the inverter with screws at the bottom flange After the inverter is hooked properly on the bracket, secure it with screws at the bottom flange.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 2.3 Electrical Connection and Connection to the Grid * Equipment grounds, grounding electrode conductor and ground fault detector/interrupter not shown PVI 6500‐7500 PV SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM Fig. 2.3.1 Simplified electrical connection diagram * Colors used in wiring diagram are to differentiate conductors and are not representative of wire colors used pre code. Fig 2.3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 The grounded DC photovoltaic connection is bonded to ground within the inverter through the ground fault detection and interrupt circuit (GFDI) and should not be bonded at any other point in the system. The ungrounded DC connection must never be grounded at any time.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 AC Over Current Protection Device: A dedicated AC over current protection device is required for each PV inverter. Every PVI requires a 208V, 240V or 277V AC rated 2–pole over current protection device. The following is a table showing the appropriate over current protection device rating for the PVI 6500 and 7500 at different service voltages.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.3.3 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Turn the DC/AC disconnect switch OFF Fig 2.3.4 Remove the 4 screws on the wiring box and remove the cover ` After the wiring box cover is removed, the conduit hole covers can be removed (or KOs in other locations punched out) as shown in the figure 2.3.5 for the DC and AC conduits which will enter and exit these locations.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.3.5 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Punch out the knockouts where the conduits will enter the wiring box. The following three sections describe the wiring for the AC, DC, and communication ports. The AC and DC wiring shall be done in the wiring box of the PVI 6500/7500. AC Terminal Blocks PV String Fuse GFDI Fuse Fuse Bypass terminal Ground Bar DC Terminal Blocks RJ45-L RJ45-R Fig 2.3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Two RJ‐45 connectors are used for external communication to a Solectria communication gateway. The AC terminal block is used to connect to the building/utility grid through a dedicated circuit breaker in the building distribution panel. WARNING! All electrical work shall be done in accordance with the local and national electrical codes and should follow the important safety instructions in this manual.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) 12 0 12 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 With Neutral With Neutral 120 WYE 240/120 Split Phase 120 0 120 Neutral Neutral 208 P1 P2 240 277V / 240V / 208V With Neutral 240 120 Stinger 0 24 24 0 27 480 With Neutral 240 Delta 0 120 48 120 277 Neutral 27 7 With Neutral 277 WYE 7 480 240 208 P1 P1 P2 8 20 24 8 0 Without Neutral 20 24 0 P2 240 Delta Without Neutral 208 Delta Fig 2.3.8 Utility configurations 2.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 RNING! WAR Each h connection to a PVI 650 00‐7500 inve erter must be e installed with w a dedicatted circuit brreaker with 30‐50 3 amp peres (depend ding on inverrter model, se ee “AC Circuiit Breaker” taable) maximu um branch circuit over cu urrent prottection. Use #10 AW WG to #6 AWG G, 90C (194 4F) copper wire w for all AC C wiring connections to the t PVI 6500 0/7500 inverters. 2.4.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 2.4.2 Conne ection for AC 277V Service/U S Utility Volttage ACIN_N1 DCIN- DCIIN+ J113 J119 J506 Connect the AC A black wire to the terminal labeled "BLACK FOR R 6. 277V" of J506 c to N N wire connected L1 wire e connected to LINE 1 terminal Equipm ment ground wire connected to ground bar Fig 2.4.2.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 2.5 5 Conneection of o the DC D wiringg ! CAUTION! ergized when exposed to ligght. Use safe working pracctices when working w on PV V arrays. PV aarrays are ene WAR RNING! EXTR REME SHOCK AND A FIRE HAZZARD! REM MOVE ALL PV STRING FUSEES BEFORE WIRING DC CONNECTIONS! DO NOT REIINSTALL FUSEES UNTIL YOU U ARE READY TO CO OMMISSION THE T INVERTER R (SEE COMM MISSIONING SEECTION AND PROCDURE).
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 ACIN_N1 DCIN- D DCIN+ J113 J119 Red DC wire Terminal labelled “D” T o disconnect switch of Black DC wire Connect to PV+ Connect to PV- J5 505 Termiinal labeled “C C” of J50 05 Fig 2..5.1.1 DC Te erminal blockks and connecctions using string s fuses fo or negatively grounded syystems 2.5.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 CONDUCTOR (WITTHOUT STRIN NG FUSES)” off J504 and the e negative po olarity of the DC input voltage from thee PV string shaall be nected to the terminal labeled “GROUND DED CONDUCTTOR” as show wn in the figuree 2.5.2.1. conn Th he negatively grounded settting is that the t black DC wire w is conneected to the terminal labeled “C” of J50 05, and the reed DC wire is connected to the termin nal labeled “D D” of disconnect switch.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 2.5.2.2 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 PV‐ String connections and AC connections 2.5.3 Wiring inverters in parallel PVI 6500‐7500 inverters can be connected in parallel when more power is needed. In the parallel configuration, each inverter shall connect to its own PV array. Do not connect one PV array to more than one inverter. This may cause the inverter to work abnormally. The Figure 2.5.3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Correct Configuration from DC Side Incorrect Configuration from DC Side Fig 2.5.3.1 Parallel configuration of inverters is done on the AC side not the DC side. 2.6 Connection of Communication wiring The PVI 6500‐7500 inverter supports two common data interface standards, RS‐232 and RS‐485 that will be used to communicate to a Solectria communication gateway. Only one of the communication interfaces can work at a time.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Spring terminal (J605) RS232 Termination ON/OFF Termination RJ45-L Fig 2.6.1 RJ45-R Positions of the communication ports and termination switches RJ45-L 8 Pin 1 TXD (RS232) 2 RXD (RS232) 3 Not used 4 GND 5 GND 6 Not used 7 TX A (RS485) 8 RX B (RS485) 1 Top view RJ45-R 8 Pin 1 Factory reserved 2 Factory reserved 3 5V 4 GND 5 GND 6 5V 7 TX A (RS485) 8 RX B (RS485) 1 Top view Terminal Block 1 Fig 2.6.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 As shown in the Figure 2.6.2, the RS‐232 signal pins, TXD and RXD, are in the RJ45‐L connector. Therefore, only the RJ45‐L can be used to connect to when the RS‐232 interface is selected If RS‐485 interface is selected, both RJ‐45 connectors will be used for the daisy‐chained/cascaded RS‐485 connections shown in the Figure 2.6.3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 ON OFF 1 8 Fig 2.7.1 DIP Switch for RS485 Communication Address Different ways to set communication ID Condition ID Switch (S201) EEPROM setting (19) Communication ID 1 1~254 (ignore) Use ID Switch setting 2 0 or 255 1~255 Use EEPROM setting 3 0 or 255 0 or >255 or EEPROM error 255 ID Switch value (S201) NO.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 3 Commissioning the Inverter and PV System Ensure that the inverter is mounted, all connections are made and you are ready to power it up before continuing with this section. NOTE: Make sure all tools, parts, etc. are removed from the vicinity of the inverter before turning it on. WARNING: Make a final check for correctness of all AC and DC wiring to the inverter and in the system.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Watch for blinking green LED and LCD messages indicating a 5‐minute connect to grid countdown. Following this time, the inverter will come on‐line and begin to feed power into the AC circuit. Lastly, look for a steady green LED, indicating the inverter is now operating at the Maximum Power Point of the array. See LCD section (4) of manual for detailed description of messages and indications.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 4 Power, Ground Fault, Error LED Indicators and LCD Display The inverter operates automatically without the need for user interaction or maintenance. The PVI 6500‐7500 automatically starts feeding AC power into the grid every morning as the sun rises, as soon as sufficient DC voltage and PV power is available. The inverter microcontroller runs through various checks before going online with the grid and feeding power into the grid. 4.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 LED Indication Table LED indicators Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Green Yellow Red Operating status Initialization Description The PVI 6500‐7500 is initializing. System Check mode The inverter is in System Check mode. Monitor mode The inverter is in Monitoring mode.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 4.2 The LCD Display The PVI 6500‐7500 is supplied ready to operate. There are no user settings, which need to be made before power can be fed back into the grid. The device comes with a standard LCD display on which various data can be read. All LCD display values have accuracy tolerances of up to 5%. The PVI 6500‐7500 has a 16 x 2 LCD to show the operating status, input/output data, and system messages.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 G r i d L 1 Ty pe 12 0V L 2 1 20 V 3 seconds ↓ If the grid type is set to 240 VAC without neutral, then the display will be looked as the figure shown below. G r i d T y pe L 1 - L 2 2 4 0 V 3 seconds ↓ Three (3) seconds later, the LCD will show the voltage setting for the inverter to drop the grid connection. The settings of the Vl‐ nH and its clearing time will be displayed.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 F a c H C l r XX . XXH z t < XXX C y c s 3 seconds ↓ F a c L C l r XX . XXH z t < XXX C y c s 3 seconds ↓ Then the LCD will display the setting of the AC high voltage limit above which value, the inverter will reduce the output power until the AC voltage drops within this setting. If the grid type is set to 208/240/277VAC with neutral, the display will appear as shown below. V c H L i m i t L - N XXX .
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Monitoring Mode Once system check is completed, the inverter goes into the monitoring mode. Even if all measurements needed for grid feeding are in the acceptable range, the system will keep monitoring these measurements for a period of time.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 M o d e G r i d / MP P 3 seconds ↓ The first two messages are about the PV array and output voltages and power. Vpv is the incoming DC voltage from the PV array. Wpv is the incoming power of the PV array in Watts. Vac, Pac, Iac, and Fac are the voltage, power, current, and frequency at the inverter output. V p v XXXV Wp v X X X XW 3 seconds ↓ V a c XXX . XV P a c X X X XW 3 seconds ↓ F a c XX . XH z I a c XX .
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 M o d e D e r a t i n g T e m p M o d e D e r a t i n g I p v M o d e D e r a t i n g I a c M o d e D e r a t i n g P a c M o d e D e r a t i n g V a c H Warning Messages There are three possible warning messages that may be displayed to indicate failures. These messages can only occur in grid feeding mode. When EEPROM message is displayed, the system is unable to access the EEPROM.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Fault Mode The fault mode messages are as follows. Fault mode, serial number of the inverter, software versions of the sequential and current controllers are shown and then the error messages which are listed in the Error Message Table in the Troubleshooting section 5, Mo d e S / N F a u l t XXXXXXXXXXXX 3 seconds ↓ S E Q V e r s i o n X . XX C UR V e r s i o n X .
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 T r i p a t XXX . XV P r e s e n t XXX . XV 3 seconds ↓ The message below shows the PV DC voltage is too high. M o d e F a u l t V p v H 3 seconds ↓ T r i p a t XXX . XV P r e s e n t XXX . XV 3 seconds ↓ The following message presents that the AC line1 and/or line2 voltage (referenced to the neutral) is/are too high (H) or too low (L).
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 SOLECTRIA PVI7500 Fig 4.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Diagnosis and analysing data Identifying and resolving faults The PVI 6500‐7500 is fitted with a self‐diagnostic system, which can recognize the majority of possible faults and show these on the display. This allows the operator to rapidly identify possible problems in the solar inverter or PV system. Please refer to the LCD section (4) for a thorough explanation of fault codes, modes, etc.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 VacL The AC voltage of main utility is below the lower limit. FacH The frequency of AC voltage of the utility is above the upper limit. FacL The frequency of AC voltage of the utility is below the lower limit. VpvH The DC voltage of PV array is above the upper limit. Imax_AC Over current on the AC side. InvTempMax The internal temperature of the inverter exceeded the safe operating limit.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 VacL2 L The voltage between L2 and neutral is under the lower limit. MOV Fault, AC High voltage protection function failed on the AC side.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) 5.3 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 GFDI HW Error GFDI detect hardware failure IpvH Over current on the DC side Driver Fault Driver circuit or power device failed CalDataError Calibration data is out of range CalDataLoss Calibration data is lost. Ibuck Over Internal converter over current Converter Error DC/DC hardware failed. ModuleTempMax Module temperature high ‐ Turn off the inverter and restart.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 WARNING! For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and ratings of fuse (600 VDC, 1A)! Replacing the PV String Fuses The inverter is shipped with five (5) 15A, 600Vdc PV string fuses for PV strings. However, the size of the PV string fuse is determined by the electrical ratings of the PV module and by UL and code requirements.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 WARNING! PV arrays are always energized when exposed to light therefore hazardous voltage is still present on the terminal blocks and the PV string fuse holders even when the DC/AC disconnect switch is switched OFF. Please cover the PV arrays with opaque materials during PV string fuse replacement. ! 5.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Fig 5.5.1.1 J504 Remove the cover of the Inverter DC wires Fig 5.5.1.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 5.5.1.3 Fig 5.5.1.4 Fig 5.5.1.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Back View Fig 5.5.1.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 5.5.1.7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Position the cover plate and fasten the screws Turn the DC/AC disconnect switch to OFF position and turn off and lock out all breakers. Wait for at least 5 minutes. Remove the cover of the wiring box by following the steps described in section 2.3, as shown in the figure 5.5.1.1. Disconnect the red and black DC wires from the disconnect switch and J505 terminal.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Back View Fig 5.5.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 5.5.2.2 Fig 5.5.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Fig 5.5.2.4 Fasten the nuts that attach the inverter and wiring box Fig 5.5.2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 5.5.2.6 Fig 5.5.2.7 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Put the wiring box cover back on Fasten the cover screws then 1. Verify that DC/AC disconnect switches and breakers are turned off and locked out. Verify the absence of voltage with a voltmeter. 2. Remove the front cover of the wiring box by following the steps described in section 2.3. 3.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 6 Product Warranty & RMA Policy 6.1 Warranty Policy The Solectria Renewables Warranty Policy is stated below. Solectria Renewables Warranty Coverage: Solectria Renewables Limited Warranties are provided by Solectria Renewables, LLC. ("Solectria Renewables") and cover defects in workmanship and materials. Solectria Renewables’ price for the products is based on inclusion of these limited warranty provisions and disclaimers.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 The warranty does not include customs fees, broker fees or other taxes that may be imposed by the government agency. Contact Solectria Renewables customer service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) h) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Third party monitoring equipment, including Fat Spaniel hardware, , is not covered under the Solectria Renewables’ warranty.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 WARNING: LIMITATIONS ON USE Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product. Specifically, please note that Solectria Renewables products are not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Solectria Renewables makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 7 Technical Data 7.1 Technical Information and specifications Input (DC) from PV array: Maximum open circuit voltage of PV array: 600V DC WARNING: Local codes must be followed to calculate the maximum number of PV modules allowed for a maximum inverter open circuit voltage (OCV) of 600V DC in extreme cold temperatures for the installation location.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Inverter Specifications Name‐Part number PVI 6500 PVI 7500 Grid output (AC) Grid voltage, nominal (VAC) 208 240 277 VAC 244~304@277 VAC 212~264@240 VAC 184~228@208 VAC Grid voltage, operating range (VAC) Grid frequency, nominal 60 Hz Grid frequency, operating range Maximum output power 59.3~60.5 Hz Maximum output current Output over current protection 6500W 7500W 23.5A@277 VAC 27.1A@240 VAC 31.3A@208 VAC 27.1A@277 VAC 31.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Noise level at full load < 47db(A) at 1m Mechanical Outdoor enclosure NEMA 3R, Rainproof Cooling Cooling fan DC Input terminals Accepts wire size of #10 to #6 AWG AC Output terminals Accepts wire size of #10 to #6 AWG DC conduit connection access 1” knockout (1.38") / ¾” knockout (1.06") AC conduit connection access 1” knockout (1.38") / ¾” knockout (1.06") Communication connection ¾” knockout (1.06") / ½” knockout (0.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Measurement precision Range Input voltage (VDC) Display 0~640V Resolution Measurement 0.1V 0.6V Accuracy ±2V Input Current (IDC) 0~31000mA 100mA 31mA ±300mA Grid voltage (VAC) 0~300V 0.1V 0.6V ±1V Grid current (IAC) 0~26000mA 100mA 52mA ±250mA Grid frequency (Hz) 45~65Hz 0.1Hz 0.004Hz ±0.02Hz Output power (W) 0~7800W 1W 1W ±40W 6 ‐6 Energy yield (kWh) 0~9.99×10 kWh 0.1kWh 2.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Fig 7.1.4 PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Temperature de‐rating curve of the PVI 7500 (240VAC) at 3 DC voltages Fig. 7.1.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Appendices Appendix A: PVI 6500/7500 brochure The brochure can also be viewed on the website: http://www.solren.com/pvi3000‐7500.html The PDF version datasheet link is: http://www.solren.com/downloads/PVI6500‐7500Manual.pdf Appendix B: Example string sizing PVI 6500/7500 String sizing tool, “PV System Builder” specific link at: http://www.solren.com/stringSizing.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 The PVI 6500‐7500 inverter sup pports positiveely grounded arrays. To con nfigure the inverter for possitive groundeed arrays, the integgrated disconnect must breeak the ungrounded, negative conductorr. Ensure that the inverter is off and de‐en nergized from both AC and DC sides. he black DC w wire connected d to terminal “C” “ on termin nal block.
Instaallation and Operation Manual M (REV H) PVI 6500 0 / PVI 7500 The “+” ccable of the DC D input voltagge shall be connected to th he terminal lab beled “GROUN NDED CONDU UCTOR” and th he “‐” wire of th he DC input vo oltage shall bee connected to t the terminaal labeled “UN NGROUNDED CONDUCTOR””. Avoid usiing wire nuts to join any w wires together or to make any connection ns anywhere in the PV systtem. Wire nutts are a frequen nt cause of un nreliable and rresistive connections.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) Appendix E. PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 PVI 6500‐7500 PV Inverter Fault Report Form Basic information Model (i.e.
Installation and Operation Manual (REV H) PVI 6500 / PVI 7500 Appendix F – UL1741/IEEE1547 and CSA22.2#107.
