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Ethernet.book Page ii Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products ranging from small mobile units to utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems.
Ethernet.book Page iii Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring the GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit. Scope The Guide provides safety guidelines, procedures for installing the GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit, as well as information about configuring the Ethernet Communications Kit protocol for proper operation.
Ethernet.book Page iv Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM About This Guide Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide. WARNING Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or other equipment. Important: These notes describe things which are important for you to know, but not as serious as a caution or warning.
Ethernet.book Page v Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARD This manual contains important safety instructions for the GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit that must be followed during installation and maintenance procedures. WARNING: Shock Hazard Read and keep this Installation Guide for future reference.
Ethernet.book Page vi Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Safety Risks WARNING: Shock hazard Parts of the capacitor charge will still be energized for a maximum of five minutes after being disconnected. Open doors only after the device is disconnected and discharged. Check whether the device is no longer live (DC voltage) including terminals TB3 and TB4. WARNING: Amputation hazard The inverters contain integrated ventilators including rotating ventilator wheels. Do not place fingers in ventilator.
Ethernet.book Page vii Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Safety General Safety Precautions 1. When installing the Ethernet Communications Kit in GT Series Three Phase Grid Tie Inverters use only components recommended or sold by Xantrex. Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons, and will void the warranty. 2. Do not attempt to operate the Ethernet Communications Kit if it has been dropped, or received more than cosmetic damage during transport or shipping.
Ethernet.book Page viii Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Safety Operational Safety Procedures Never work alone when servicing this equipment. A team of two is required until the equipment is properly de-energized, locked-out and tagged, and verified de-energized with a meter. Thoroughly inspect the equipment prior to energizing. Verify that no tools or equipment have inadvertently been left behind. Lockout and Tag Safety requirements mandate that this equipment not be serviced while energized.
Ethernet.book Page ix Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Safety 4. Open, lockout, and tag the DC Disconnect Switch (S1) on the right door of the Inverter enclosure. See GT100 or GT250 Grid Tie Inverter manual for the location of the DC Disconnect Switch. CAUTION Once the DC Disconnect Switch is open, there will be DC voltage on the PV Array side of the switch where TB3, TB4, and TB5(PV GND) are located.
Ethernet.book Page x Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Safety De-Energize/Isolation Procedure The following procedure should be followed to de-energize the Inverter for maintenance. WARNING The terminals of the DC input may be energized if the PV arrays are energized. In addition, allow five minutes for all capacitors within the main Enclosure to discharge after disconnecting the Inverter from AC and DC sources. To isolate the Inverter: 1. Turn the main ON/OFF switch (S3) to the OFF position. 2.
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Ethernet.book Page 1 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Installation and Configuration Description of the GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit The GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit is an option for the GT Series Three Phase Grid Tie Inverters. The Ethernet Communications Kit is an option that is available for remote plant monitoring. This enables users to monitor and control the inverter from a dedicated plant wide monitoring system.
Ethernet.book Page 2 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Installation and Configuration Installation WARNING: Shock hazard Safety requirements mandate that this equipment not be serviced while energized. Power sources for the inverter must be locked-out and tagged (see “De-Energize/Isolation Procedure (Shutdown)”) prior to servicing. A padlock and tag should be installed on each energy source prior to servicing.
Ethernet.book Page 3 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Installation Installing the Ethernet Communications Kit You will have to make connections to the CCU control board inside of the enclosure. Use caution not to discharge any static electricity onto the control board. Use the following procedure to install the new Ethernet Communications Kit: 1. Install the panel with the four M6 nuts. M6 Nuts Figure 1 Panel with Four M6 Nuts 2. Connect the fiber optic cable to the RS232/Fiber adapter. 3.
Ethernet.book Page 4 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Installation and Configuration RS232/Fiber Adaptor Power Supply Cable Fiber Optic Cable Power Connector Ethernet Surge Protector Ethernet Cable Figure 2 Ethernet Kit Cable Connections 5. Connect the Ethernet cable from the computer network to the unprotected connection on the Ethernet surge protector. 6. Connect the orange cable (U1002) to the U1002 connector on the CCU board. 7. Connect the blue cable (U1001) to the U1001 connector on the CCU board.
Ethernet.book Page 5 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Configuring Energize Procedure (Startup) Use the following procedure to turn on the Inverter: 1. Remove any lockout devices from the utility connection circuit breaker and PV disconnect switch. 2. Close the utility connection circuit breaker. 3. Close the AC disconnect. 4. Close the DC disconnect switch. 5. Turn the ON/OFF switch (S3) to the ON position.
Ethernet.book Page 6 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Installation and Configuration Figure 4 Ethernet Communications Kit Configuration Diagram Configuring the LAN Interface To configure the Ethernet Communications Kit (NPort Express) follow the instructions provided on the NPort Installation CD.
Ethernet.book Page 1 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Warranty and Return Information Warranty What does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your GT Series Three Phase Ethernet Communications Kit. This Warranty Period lasts for five (5) years from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Ethernet.book Page 2 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Warranty and Return Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms: • The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user; or • The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) status; or • The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty.
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Ethernet.book Page 4 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Warranty and Return If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above, you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits. If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required.
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Ethernet.book Page 6 Thursday, May 29, 2008 4:20 PM Xantrex Technology Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA 1 408 987 6030 (direct) 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free NA customerservice@xantrex.com www.xantrex.
