2.3.c Connecting DC Wires/PV Panels
WARNING: Before proceeding with the DC wiring, completely cover the surface of all
WARNING: Make sure the polarity and the PV panel voltage between the + and the – cable connectors of the PV panels are correct. Then connect the panels to the DC terminal block on the power distribution board.
The PV panel open circuit voltage should be at or below the listed voltages in Figure 9 under all circumstances. Each DC input to the DC terminal block must be less than the voltages listed in Figure 9.
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| StarInverter | PV Panel Open Circuit | DC Input to DC |
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| PVP1800 | 360VDC | 360VDC |
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| PVP2800 | 450VDC | 450VDC |
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Figure 9: PV open circuit voltages.
To wire the DC inputs from the PV panels to the StarInverter (refer Figure 9):
Note: Each DC input connection must carry the same input voltage. The StarInverter allows up to three connections for both the + and the – pole.
1.Calculate the maximum open circuit (no load) for each series panel connection.
FOR ALL TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS, THE OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE FOR EACH SERIES CONNECTION MUST TOTAL LESS THAN THE OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE INDICATED IN FIGURE 9 FOR THE CORRESPONDING STARINVERTER MODEL. Review your panel’s data sheet for operating temperature ranges.
2.Keep track of the array positive and negative leads and mark them clearly.
3.Route the PV array leads through the far right opening in the StarInverter.
4.Connect each series positive DC lead to the positive terminals of the power distribution board.
5.Connect negative DC leads directly to the negative terminal on the power distribution board.
6.Connect the ground wire(s) to the ground lug.
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