Owner’s Manual GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration
GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration Owner’s Manual
About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.
About This Manual Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration. Scope The Manual provides safety guidelines, procedures for installing the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, as well as information about configuring the combiner box. It does not provide details about the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter.
About This Manual 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. Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep this Owner’s Manual for future reference. 1. Before installing and using the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration, GT100E Grid Tie Inverter, and all appropriate sections of this manual. 2. Use only attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
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Contents Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -v 1 Introduction GT100E MS Combiner Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 Master/Slave Configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 Master Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Slave Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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Figures Figure 1-1 Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2 Figure 2-3 Figure 2-4 Figure 2-5 Figure 2-6 Figure 2-7 Figure 2-8 Figure 2-9 Figure 2-10 Figure 2-11 152602 Configuration Diagram - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4 GT100E MS Componenets - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3 Wall Mounting Bracket Locations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4 Input/Output Access Panel Location- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
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1 Introduction Chapter 1 contains a description of the GT100E MS and lists the different operating states available with the GT100E MS Combiner Box.
Introduction GT100E MS Combiner Box The GT100E MS combiner box, when installed with dual GT100Es, allows the GT100E Master/Slave configuration to maximize energy production during periods of low irradiance. A system would consist of two - 100kW inverters, one as the master and the other as a slave, and as a result, the GT100E system will run at greater than 94% efficiency above 20kW. Master/Slave Configuration The Master/Slave configuration would be implemented on the DC side of the inverter.
Master/Slave Operation States If daily role reversal is on, then the configured slave is operational slave on odd days (January 1,3,5,...) and operational master on even days (January 2,4,6,...). Master Unit The GT100E Master inverter will control the GT100E MS Combiner Box via a control cable. The Master inverter will enable and disable the Slave inverter, and monitor the status of the Slave inverter through an interconnect cable.
Introduction shutdown. The Master inverter will disable the Slave inverter and close the contactor in the GT100E MS Combiner Box. The Master inverter will go online. Fault Condition If the Master or Slave Inverter gets a fault or the status signal from either inverter is lost, the inverters will shutdown and restart as stand alone inverters. Mis-configuration of Units If the Master or Slave Inverter are mis-configured by the operator, the inverters run as stand alone inverters.
2 Installation Chapter 2 contains procedures on how to mount the GT100E MS and make the cable connections.
Installation Equipment Required • • • • • • • Ratchet Handle Extension Metric socket set Metric wrench set Metric hex wrench set Torque wrench with 0-150Nm minimum range Phillips Screwdriver Unpacking the GT100E MS WARNING: Equipment is Heavy The GT100E MS combiner box weighs 82 Kg. To unpack the GT100E MS from the shipping pallet: 1. Remove the packing material from the MS100E. 2. Open the GT100E MS Combiner Box. 3. Remove the 8 M6 screws holding the safety cover from the box. 4.
Unpacking the GT100E MS Safety Cover M6 Mounting hardware Cable 1-152492-01 and 1-152493-01 GT100E MS interface assemblies and GT100E MS Combiner Box GT100E MS Figure 2-1 GT100E MS Componenets 152602 2–3
Installation Mounting Instructions To mount the MS100E combiner box onto a wall: 1. Install the 4 wall mounting brackets P/N 062-2000-02 to the rear of the MS100E Combiner box, see Figure 2-2. Important: The GT100E MS Combiner box needs to be mounted with in 8 meters of the GT100E units. Wall Mounting Brackets Figure 2-2 Wall Mounting Bracket Locations 2. Anchor the GT100E MS combiner box to the wall using anchor bolts.
Cable Installation Cable Installation CAUTION All wiring methods and wire gauges shall be in accordance with Local Electrical Code. Take care to keep the wire bundles away from any sharp edges which may damage wire insulation over time. Wire Gauge and Torque Specifications The following torque specifications are to be used on all electrical interfaces made during installation of the GT100E MS Combiner Box.
Installation MS100E Connections Use the following descriptions and figures to correctly identify access panels and route wiring. Input/Output Access Panels Install all the cable strain reliefs, customer supplied, needed for cable entry in both Access Panels, see Figure 2-3.
Cable Installation PV Array and GT100E Connections PV ARRAY #1 and GT100E #1 Connections PV ARRAY #2 and GT100E #2 Connections Figure 2-4 PV Array and GT100E Connections 152602 2–7
Installation To make PV Array #1 and GT100E #1 connections: 1. Route the PV Array #1 cables through the access panel and connect the cables to PV ARRAY #1 PV(+) and PV(-) terminals, see Figure 25. 2. Route the GT100E #1 cables through the access panel and connect the cables to GT100E #1 PV(+) UNIT and PV(-) terminals, see Figure 25. 3. Route the PV Array #1 ground cable through the access panel and connect the cable to PV ARRAY #1 GND terminal, see Figure 2-5.
Cable Installation To make PV Array #2 and GT100E #2 connections: 1. Route the GT100E #2 cables through the access panel and connect the cables to GT100E UNIT #2 PV(+) and PV(-) terminals, see Figure 26. 2. Route the PV Array #2 cables through the access panel and connect the cables to PV ARRAY #2 PV(+) and PV(-) terminals, see Figure 26. 3. Route the PV Array #2 ground cable through the access panel and connect the cable to PV ARRAY #2 GND terminal see Figure 2-6.
Installation GT100E MS Control Power Cable To make GT100E MS Control Power Cable connections: 1. Connect the GT100E MS combiner box power cable assembly P/N 1152492-01 from the GT100E #1 through the access panel and connect it to P1, see Figure 2-7. 2. Connect the GT100E MS combiner box power cable assembly P/N 1152492-01 from the GT100E #2 through the access panel and connect it to P2, see Figure 2-7. 3. Connect the Cables ground wires to the ground terminal using a M5 nut.
Cable Installation MS100E Interface Assembly Installation for GT100E #1 Mounting Instructions The GT100E MS Interface is located in the bottom right compartment of the GT100E. See Figure 2-8.
Installation To install the GT100E MS Interface Assembly: 1. Mount the MS100E Interface Assembly to the Customer Interface Rail using the 4 supplied Torx screws P/N 1-152173-01. See Figure 2-9.
Cable Installation To install the MS100E Interface Assembly Cable: 1. Connect the MS100E Interface Assembly cable J20 to the GT100E Option Panel P20, located at the bottom/rear of the cabinet, see Figure 2-10. Option Panel P20 Figure 2-10 GT100E MS Interface Assembly Cable Connection To install the MS100E Control Power and Interface Cable: 1.
Installation Connector P22 GT100E MS Power Cable Assembly P/N 1Ground Terminal Connector P21 GT100E MS Interface Cable Assembly P/N 1- Figure 2-11 GT100E MS Control Power and Interface Cable Connection To install the MS100E Interface Assembly for GT100E #2: 1. Repeat the MS100E Interface Assembly Instructions for GT100E for the second GT100E unit - GT100E #2. GT100E Unit Installation To install the GT100E refer to the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter Installation Manual (P/N 152364).
3 Configuration Chapter 3 describes how to configure the GT100E MS for Master/Slave configuration.
Configuration Master/Slave Configuration The Master/Slave system can be configured through the Xantrex Solar GUI (Graphical User Interface) software, P/N 1-152577-01, or through the Operator Interface Panel. Establish remote or local communication with the GT100E, using the Xantrex Solar GUI software. To set a unit up as the Master Unit: 1. Click Tools > Inverter Data > Operational Configuration 2. Check the Configured Master check box 3. Click Send Configuration 4.
Master/Slave Configuration Today’s status of the unit To set a unit up as the Slave Unit: 1. Click Tools > Inverter Data > Operational Configuration 2.
Configuration 3. Click Send Configuration 4. Verify that the Present Inverter Data has the unit set as the Configured Slave unit. Important: If the inverter's date (not the workstation's!) is odd then the Inverter is OPERATIONAL SLAVE until midnight; if the date is even, the Inverter is OPERATIONAL MASTER until midnight. CAUTION The Master/Slave configuration will only be activated after power is cycled on the unit. Important: Verify that the date is the same on both the GT100E #1 and GT100E #2.
Warranty and Product Information Limited Warranty 1.1 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 quality in workmanship and materials ("Defects") in your GT100E MS Combiner Box for Master/Slave Configuration. This warranty lasts for a period of 2 years (the "Warranty Period") from the date of commissioning indicated on the product warranty registration form submitted to Xantrex. . 1.
Warranty and Return 1.4 What does this warranty not cover? This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs associated with replacing consumable items such as like air filter, fuses, arrestors etc. A shorter than normal life during the Warranty Period caused by excessive use, or incorrect use not considered a Defect. Please consult your Owner’s Manual to determine the proper use of the product.
Warranty and Return 1.7 Exclusion for Documentation Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, unless specifically agreed to by it in writing, Xantrex: a.
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