CPS SCA Series Grid-tied PV Inverter

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US

Installation and Operation Manual

SHANGHAI CHINT POWER SYSTEMS CO., LTD.

Table of Contents
Before You Start ......................................................................................1
Chapter 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................2
Chapter 2 Overview ....................................................................................5
2.1 Inverter for grid-tied PV systems ...................................................5
2.2 Product features ............................................................................5
2.3 Product protection functions ..........................................................6
2.4 Circuit structure design..................................................................6
2.5 Appearance Description ................................................................7
Chapter 3 Installation .................................................................................9
3.1 Recommendations before installation ...........................................11
3.2 Mechanical installation ..................................................................12
3.3 Electrical installation ......................................................................24
3.3.1 DC connection .......................................................................26
3.3.2 AC and ground connection ....................................................37
3.3.3 Communication connection ...................................................43
Chapter 4 Commissioning .........................................................................52
4.1 Commissioning Checklist ..............................................................52
4.1.1 Mechanical installation ..........................................................52
4.1.2 Cable connections .................................................................52
4.1.3 Electrical check......................................................................52
4.2 Commissioning steps ....................................................................52
Chapter 5 User Interface ............................................................................55
5.1 Description of LCD panel ..............................................................55
5.2 Operation state ..............................................................................57
5.3 Interface types ...............................................................................57
5.4 Menu functions .............................................................................. 59
5.4.1 Operation information ............................................................60
5.4.2 Alarm .....................................................................................61

5.4.3 History ................................................................................... 61

5.4.4 System configuration ............................................................. 63
5.4.5 Power dispatch...................................................................... 66
5.4.6 System protection parameters setup ..................................... 66
5.4.7 System control parameters ................................................... 68
5.4.8 Arcing fault current interruption ............................................. 75
Chapter 6 Operation ................................................................................... 77
6.1 Start-up ......................................................................................... 77
6.2 Shut-down ..................................................................................... 77
6.3 Operation mode ............................................................................ 77
6.4 Grid-tied power generation ........................................................... 79
Chapter 7 Maintenance and De-installation ............................................. 81
7.1 Fault shut down and troubleshooting ............................................ 81
7.1.1 LED fault and troubleshooting ............................................... 81
7.1.2 LCD fault and troubleshooting ............................................... 81
7.2 Product maintenance .................................................................... 89
7.2.1 Check the electrical connection............................................. 89
7.2.2 Clean the air vent filter .......................................................... 89
7.2.3 Replace cooling fans ............................................................. 89
7.2.4 Replace the inverter .............................................................. 92
7.3 De-installing the inverter ............................................................... 94
Chapter 8 Technical Data ........................................................................... 95
Chapter 9 Limited Warranty ....................................................................... 99
Appendix: Instruction of inverter selection.100

Before You Start

This manual contains important information regarding installation and safe

operation of this unit. Be sure to read this manual carefully before using.
Thank you for choosing this CPS Grid-tied PV Inverter. This PV Inverter is a
high performance and highly reliable product specifically designed for the
North American Solar market.
If you encounter any problems during installation or operation of this unit, first
check the user manual before contacting your local dealer or supplier. This
user manual is applicable for the following model: CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US.
Instructions inside this user manual will help you solve most installation and
operation difficulties. Contact your local supplier if the problem still exists.
Please keep this user manual on hand for quick reference.

Chapter 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS)
Please read this user manual carefully before product installation. CPS
reserves the right to refuse warranty claims for equipment damage if the user
fails to install the equipment according to the instructions in this manual.

Warnings and symbols in this document

DANGER:
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in equipment working abnormally or property loss.
INSTRUCTION:
INSTRUCTION indicates important supplementary information or
provides skills or tips that can be used to help you solve a problem
or save you time.

Markings on the product

HIGH VOLTAGE:
The product works with high voltages. All work on the product
must only be performed as described in this document.
HOT SURFACE:
The equipment is designed to meet international safety
standards, but surfaces can become hot during operation. Do
not touch the heat sink or peripheral surfaces during or shortly
after operation.
EARTH GROUND:
This symbol marks the location of grounding terminal, which
must be securely connected to the earth through the PE
(protective earthing) cable to ensure operational safety.

WARNING:
All the installation and wiring connections should be performed only
by qualified technical personnel. Disconnect the inverter from PV
modules and the Power Grid before maintaining and operating the
equipment.
DANGER:
Please disconnect the inverter from AC grid and PV modules before
opening the equipment. Make sure hazardous high voltage and
energy inside the equipment has been discharged.
Do not operate or maintain the inverter until at least 5 minutes after
disconnecting all sources from DC and AC sides.

NOTICE:
This inverter is designed to connect AC power only to the public grid.
Do not connect the AC output of this equipment directly to any private
AC power equipment.
CAUTION:
CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter is approx 66kg (145 pounds).
Please ensure the mounting is properly installed before hanging the
the inverter on the bracket.
INSTRUCTION:
Please check with your local electricity supply company before
selecting the grid standard. If the inverter is operated with a wrong
grid standard, the electricity supply company may cancel the
operation license.
Putting the inverter into operation before the overall system complies
with the national rules and safety regulation of the application is not
permitted.

Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Inverter for grid-tied PV systems
CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter is suitable for use with commercial and
large scale PV grid-tied systems. The system is generally made up of PV
modules, DC power distribution equipment, PV inverter and AC power
distribution equipment (Figure 2-1). The inverter converts the DC from PV
modules to AC with the same frequency and phase as the AC grid. All or part
of the AC power is supplied to local loads, and the surplus power is supplied to
the electricity grid.

DC power

AC power

distribution

distribution

equipments

equipments

Bidirectional
electric meter

AC Grid

Figure 2-1 Grid-tied PV system

2.2 Product features

High conversion efficiencyAdvanced 3-level conversion technology;
Max. efficiency: 98.4%CEC efficiency: 98.0%
Strong grid adaptability: 7 grid standards applicable; Reactive power
adjustable; PF value:0.8, Remote Curtailment
Flexible communication: Supports standard modbus communications to
ensure compatibility with 3rd party monitoring and control systems
Wide DC input voltage rangeOperating DC Input Voltage Range:
300-950Vdc; Max DC input voltage: 1000V
Long service life: Uses thin-film capacitors to extend inverters service life
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2 MPPTs: Dual and independent MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking)

enable maximum design flexibility and optimize energy harvest over the life
of the system
High protection degree: NEMA 4 protection degree meets the needs of
both indoor and outdoor use;
Intelligent Integration: Embedded DC/AC switches and up to 8 fused
string inputs eliminates the need for external combiner boxes and
simplifies installation.

2.3 Product protection functions

Polarity reverse protection of DC input
Short circuit protection
DC input insulation against ground monitoring
AC output voltage and frequency monitoring
Leakage current against ground monitoring
Monitoring of DC injection from AC output
Anti-islanding protection
Input and output over-voltage protection
Input over-current protection
Environmental temperature monitoring
Module temperature monitoring
Arc Fault Circuit Interruption

2.4 Circuit structure design

The basic schematic diagram of CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter is
shown in Figure 2-2.
The input of PV modules passes through surge protection circuitry, DC
EMI wave filter, and the front-end boost circuitry to achieve maximum power
tracking and boost up voltages. The output of the inverter converts the DC
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voltage to 3-phase AC voltage. The high frequency AC components are

removed with a wave filter. Then the 3-phase AC voltage is passed through
two-stage relays and EMI wave filter to produce high quality AC power.
PV
Input Fuses
PV1+
PV1+
PV1+
PV1+

DC
Switch

MPPT1
AC
Switch

PV1+
PV1-

PV1PV1PV1PV1-

AC
Output
N

L1
L2

MPPT2

PV2+
PV2+
PV2+
PV2+

L3

PV2+
PV2-

PV2PV2PV2PV2-

Three level
inverter
PE

AFD

Figure 2-2 Schematic diagram of CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter

2.5 Appearance Description

4
4
2
9
8
5 6 7
Figure 2-3 Appearance sketch of CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter
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Main items of the inverter:

1) Main housing of the inverter
2) Wiring box of the inverter
3) Mounting bracket
4) External cooling fans
5) LED indication lights
6) LCD display
7) Key buttons
8) DC switch: DC power on/off
9) AC switch: AC power on/off

Chapter 3 Installation
Below is the installation procedure for the inverter. Please read carefully and
install the product step-by-step.
Before installation, please check that the following items are included in
the package:
Table 3-1 Main items
No.
(1)

(2)

Item

Qty

Main housing of the PV

Note

inverter
Wiring box of the PV

inverter

Upon which inverter is hung and

(3)

Mounting bracket

(4)

User manual

Installation and operation manual

(5)

Accessory kit

Contains all necessary accessories

mounted onto a wall

The (5) Accessory kit contains items listed below:

Table 3-2 Accessories
No.

Item

Qty

Note

(1)

M8 Expansion tubes

For mounting bracket

For mounting bracket

(2)

M825
bolts

assembling

(3)

M6 X16 screw

For wiring box and main housing; 2

spare parts
8 for mounting bracket and inverter,

(4)

M5X10 screw

10

external ground connection; 2 for installing jumper busbar.

For internal ground stud connection; 1

(5)

M5 flange nut

(6)

Lifting eye nut M10

For lifting the main housing

(7)

OT type terminal

For ground connection

For AC output cables, 1 spare parts

For AC ground cables

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For DC input cables, 4arts spare p

(8)

(9)

(10)

Pre-insulated

end

ferrule for AC side

Pre-insulated

end

ferrule for grounding

Pre-insulated

end

ferrule for DC side

spare part

For RS485 or Ethernet communication,

(11)

RJ45 connecter

(12)

5 pin connector

For RS485 communication

(13)

3 pin connector

For dry contact communication

(14)

Jumper busbar

For parallel mode use

2 spare parts

INSTRUCTION:
The items in the accessory kit table above are for the standard
configuration. The accessories may vary if optional parts are
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purchased.

3.1 Recommendations before installation

Check that the product environmental specifications (protection degree,
operating temperature range, humidity and altitude, etc) meet the
requirements of the specific project location;
Make sure that the power grid voltage is within normal range;
Ensure that the local electricity supply authority has granted permission
to connect to the grid;
Installation personnel must be qualified electricians or people who have
received professional training;
Sufficient space is provided to allow the inverter cooling system to
operate normally;
Install the inverter away from flammable and explosive substances;
Avoid installing the inverter in locations that exceed the temperature
limits specified in the inverter data sheet to limit undesirable power loss;
Do not install the inverter near the electromagnetic source which can
compromise the normal operation of electronic equipment;

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3.2 Mechanical installation

1) Dimensions

Figure 3-1 Dimensions of CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter

2) Installation method (see Figure 3-2):
Make sure that the mounting structure (wall, rack, etc) is suitable to support
the inverter weight. Follow the mounting guidelines below:
(a) If the location permits, install the inverter vertically.
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(b) If the inverter cannot be mounted vertically, it may be tilted backward

by no lower than 15 degrees from horizontal.
(c) Do NOT mount the inverter leaning forward.
(d) Do NOT mount the inverter in a horizontal position (<15 degrees).
(e) Do NOT mount the inverter upside down.

(b)

(a)

(c)

(d)

(e)

Figure 3-2 Mount the inverter correctly

NOTICE:
When the inverter is mounted backward by 15 outdoor, shield
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cover is recommended to be installed above the inverter to avoid

direct sunlight.
3) Installation space requirement (see Figure 3-3):
The distances between the inverters or the surrounding objects should
meet the following conditions:
NOTICE:
The spacing between two adjacently mounted inverters should be
500mm (19.7 inches). Ensure that the air space around the inverter
is well ventilated.

300mm
(11.8in.)
500mm
(19.7in.)

500mm
(19.7in.)

600mm
(23.6in.)

Figure 3-3 Inverter wall mounting dimensions

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NOTICE:
The installation clearance between two inverters needs to be
enlarged when the ambient temperature is higher than 45.
INSTRUCTION:
If the inverter is tilted backward by no lower than 15 from horizontal,
the bottom clearance distance can be reduced according to specific
conditions.

8in.

24in.

12in.

12in.

12in.

Figure 3-4 Inverter pillar mounting dimensions

INSTRUCTION:
If the inverter is installed on the metal bracket (instead of solid wall),
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the top clearance distance can be reduced to as minimum as 100mm

(3.94in.).
4) Mount the inverter onto the bracket
(1) Mark the 8 holes on the bearing surface for mounting the bracket as

813mm(min.)
(32in.)

522mm
(20.55in.)

140mm(5.51in.)

550mm(min.)
(21.7in.)

425mm(min)
(16.7in.)

shown in Figure 3-5;

1100mm(min.)
(43.3in)

Figure 3-5 Dimensions of holes on the bearing surface

(2) Drill holes at the marked positions with a 10mm (0.4in.) drill and put the
M8 expansion tubes into the holes; Fasten the mounting bracket
with the M8x25 assembling bolts in the accessory kit. Figure 3-6.
Tool: Electric drill (10mm/0.4in. head), No. 13 wrench

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1
2

3
Figure 3-6 Secure the mounting bracket
(3) Hang the inverter onto the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 3-7 and
Figure 3-8;
Lift mounting: Take out the lifting eye nut M10 (2pcs) from the
accessory kit, and screw them on the bolts at the top of the inverter. Use
sling rope or bar (inserted through both lifting eye nuts) to lift the inverter
onto the bracket. The minimum angle between the two sling ropes
should be less than 90 degrees.
Manual mounting: Two people grab the handle positions marked in
Figure 3-8, and mount the inverter onto the bracket.
CAUTION:
The main housing of the CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter is
about 55kg (122 pounds).
Please ensure the mounting is properly installed before hanging
the the inverter on the bracket. It is recommended to have at least
2 people to mount the inverter due to the weight of the equipment.

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Figure 3-7 Mount the main housing on the bracket by lifting

Figure 3-8 Position of grab handle

(4) Install the wiring box
Remove the cover plate at the bottom of the main housing. (see Figure
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3-9)
Tool: No.2 Phillips head screwdriver

Figure 3-9 Cover plate of the main housing

Remove the cover board at the top of the wiring box (see Figure 3-10)

Figure 3-10 Cover board of the wiring box

Save the cover board and screws, and fix the board on the left side of the
wiring box after the wiring box is attached to the inverter housing (see
step 6, Figure 3-13)
Tool: No.2 Phillips head screwdriver
Insert the wiring box to the main housing, and use M6x16 screws (4pcs)
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to attach the wiring box to the inverter housing. (see Figure 3-11)
Tool: No. 10 Wrench, torque value of 2.8N.m

Figure 3-11 Installation of the wiring box

CAUTION:
The total weight of the CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter is about
66kg (146 pounds).
Please ensure the mounting is properly installed before hanging the
the inverter on the bracket.

(5) Attach the main housing and the wiring box to the mounting bracket with
the M5x10 bolts (6 pcs). (see Figure 3-12)
Tool: No.2 Phillips head screwdriver, torque value of 1.6N.m

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Figure 3-12 Fix the main housing and wiring box on the bracket
(6) Attach the cover board shown in Figure 3-10 to the left side of the wiring
box. (see Figure 3-13)
Tool: No.2 Phillips head screwdriver, torque value of 1.2N.m

Figure 3-13 Attach the cover board to the left side of the wiring box
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(7) Optional - Install an anti-theft padlock when the installation is complete.

The anti-theft padlock is used to prevent the inverter from being stolen
when the equipment is installed outdoors. You can lock the inverter on the
bracket, as shown in Figure 3-14:

Figure 3-14 Location of the anti-theft padlock

The anti-theft padlock should meet the requirement of the dimensions
shown in Figure 3-15:
B

C
A

Recommended lock size:

A: 3~6mm
B: 20~50mm
C: 20~50mm
Figure 3-15 The dimensions of anti-theft padlock

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5) Removing/Replacing the wire box cover:

(1) Use a 3mm (0.12in.) Hex screwdriver to remove the 4 screws on the
wiring box and take off the cover. (see Figure 3-16)

Figure 3-16 Take off the cover of the wiring box

(2)To replace the cover use a 3mm (0.12in.) Hex screwdriver to replace the 4
screws on the cover.
INSTRUCTION:
It is important to use a hand tool (e.g. Hex key, Allen key/socket or
T-handle, 3mm) and not power drivers or other types of screw
drivers. Also, it is important to hold the cover in alignment with
balanced force across the cover, not weighted toward any edge, for
screw to Pem-nut alignment. Partially engage all four screws to
Pem-nuts a few rotations before tightening any one screw. This is
important to maintain alignment and avoid thread damage.

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3.3 Electrical installation

The connection interface of CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter:

Figure 3-17 : Full view of wiring box with options.

20.7in(525mm)
19.1in(485mm)
18.7in(475mm)
14.8in(377mm)

5.4in
(137mm)

10.1in
(257mm)
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DC INPUT

AC OUTPUT

COMM. PORT

WARNING:
High touch current .
Earth connection essential
before connecting supply.

For more details please

see the user manual.

3 4

Figure 3-18 External connection ports

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8 9 8

9 10

Figure 3-19 Internal connection points

Knockout holes for DC input cable, 1-1/4inch

Knockout hole for AC output cable, 1-1/4inch

Knockout hole for communication cable, 3/4inch

External ground connection point

Side hole for DC input cable,1-1/4inch

Side hole for AC output cable, 1-1/4inch

Side hole for communication cable3/4inch

DC fuse holder

Internal ground connection point and grounding studs.

AC output terminal block

Choose the cables for inverters according to the following configuration table:
Table 3-3 Cables specifications
Position

Cable

DC input (/)

DC cables specifications refer to Table3-6

AC output

#6~1AWG(Copper)

#6AWG recommended(Copper)

(L1/L2/L3/N)

#4~1AWG(Aluminium)

#4AWG recommended (Aluminium)

#10~6AWG(Copper)

#8AWG recommended (Copper)

#4~1AWG(Aluminium)

#4AWG recommended (Aluminium)

PE
RS485

UTP CAT-5e or 3x#22~18AWG communication cable (eg.

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communication

Belden 3106A)

3.3.1 DC connection
1)Working mode
CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter has two PV input sections: DC Input-1
and DC Input-2. These two sections can work under Parallel mode or
Independent mode. (see Figure 3-20)
Under Parallel mode, the two PV input sections share one MPP Tracker;
Under Independent mode, each PV input section works with one MPP Tracker.
Inverter

Inverter
DC
Input -1

n1

DC
Input -1

DC
Input -2

n2
n3
n1=n2 =n3=n4

n1
n2
n1=n2

n4

Figure 3-20(a) Parallel mode

DC
Input -2

n3 n4
n3=n4

Figure 3-20(b) Independent mode

Table 3-4 DC input power specification

Inverter model

Max. DC input power

Rated DC input power

of each input section

SCA36KTL-DO/US

37kW

18.5kW

Remarks: The standard configuration is Parallel mode. If it needs to

switch to the Independent mode, please take the following steps to change
the internal configuration:
1. Remove the cover of the wiring box. (see Figure 3-26)
2. Remove the protection cover. (see Figure 3-21a)
3. Use No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to install the jumper busbar, torque
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value of 1.6N.m(see Figure 3-21b)

4. Set the selector switch on the LCD board (see Figure 3-20) to parallel mode.
5. Reinstall the protection cover (see Figure 3-21c).

Figure 3-21(a)
Jumper busbar

Figure 3-21(b)

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Figure 3-21(c)

PAR

IND
S401
ON

OFF
S403

S402

Figure 3-22 Location of the PV connection mode selector switch

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Selector switch for PV

1-----independent mode

connection mode

2-----parallel mode

2) DC fuse configuration
CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverters are equipped with standard 15A (36kW
Inverter) DC fuses. Customers must verify that the appropriate fuses are used
depending on the actual configuration of PV strings.
1 Each independent string of DC input from the PV strings needs fuse
protection.
2 The rated voltage of fuse should be higher than the Max. Voc of each
PV string.
3 In order to keep the output power normal, the rated current of fuse is
generally larger than the 1.56 Max. output current from the PV
strings.
4 In order to protect the PV strings, the rated current of fuse should not
be larger than the sum of the Isc of any two of the PV strings. Make
sure the rated current of fuse is as small as possible on the condition
of normal output power.
The following table lists the fuse type, specifications and number under
the rated voltage and power range of 8 strings of PV panels.
Table 3-5 DC Fuse selection
Brand
36
kW

4 Strings

5 strings

6 strings

7 strings

8 strings

OSPF025.T

OSPF020.T

OSPF015.T

OSPF015.T

OSPF012.T

15A/1000V

15A/1000V

15A/1000V

15A/1000V

15A/1000V

Littelfuse

Note 1: The input string size must be the same.

Note 2: The DC fuse protectors of different fusing capacity should be
chosen according to the short circuit current of PV modules. The 1000VDC
Littelfuse KLKD fuse series are recommended. The detailed information is
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available for customers to find and download from http://www.littelfuse.com/.

Note 3:The fuse holders can also accept a 20A, 25A and a 30A fuse for
combined input strings if needed. CPS doesnt provide these fuses, but
customer can replace with appropriate fuse in field.
3) DC cable connection
To ensure the optimum performance of the inverter, please read the
following guidelines before DC connection:
(a) Confirm the DC configuration referring to Table 3-5 and ensure that the
maximum open circuit voltage of the PV modules is lower than 1000
Vdc under any conditions;
(b) Confirm that the PV strings for each MPPT of the inverter are of the
same type and specification before connection. The number, orientation, and tilt of PV strings may differ for different applications.
(c) Configure the external wiring according to the following conditions:
Table 3-6 DC input configuration
Rare

1 strings

configuration
1

PV1+

IN1+

3
4
1

2MPPTPV1-

Independent
Mode

IN1-

3
4
1

Inverter

PV2+

IN2+

3
4

Bypass Fuse

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

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1
2

PV1+

4
1

1MPPT-

PV1-

IN1-

Parallel
Mode

IN1+

4
1

Inverter

PV2+

IN2+

3
4

Bypass Fuse

1
2

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

70A

DC cable

4~2AWG

Fuse

NA

Rare

2 strings

configuration
1

PV1+

IN1+

3
4
1

2MPPTPV1-

Independent
Mode

IN1-

3
4
1

Inverter

PV2+

IN2+

3
4

Bypass Fuse

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

PV1+

IN1+

3
4
1

1MPPTPV1-

Parallel
Mode

IN1-

3
4
1

Inverter

PV2+

IN2+

3
4

Bypass Fuse

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

35A
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DC cable

8~2AWG

Fuse

NA

Common

4 strings

configuration
1

PV1+

2
3

2MPPT-

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Independent
PV2+

2
3

Mode

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

PV1+

2
3

1MPPT-

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Parallel
PV2+

Inverter

IN2+

Mode

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

17.5A

DC cable

12~10AWG

Common

5 strings

configuration
1

PV1+

2MPPT-

2
3

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Independent
PV2+

2
3

Mode

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

2
3
4

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IN2-

PV1+

2
3

1MPPT-

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Parallel
Mode

PV2+

2
3

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

14.0A

DC cable

14~10AWG

Common

6 strings

configuration
1

PV1+

2MPPT-

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Independent
Mode

PV2+

2
3

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

PV1+

1MPPT-

2
3

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Parallel
PV2+

Mode

2
3

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

11.7A

DC cable

16~10AWG

Common

7 strings

configuration
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PV1+

2MPPT-

2
3

IN1+

4
1

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Independent

Mode

PV2+

Inverter
IN2+

4
1
2

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

1
2

PV1+

IN1+

4
1

1MPPT-

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Parallel
PV2+

Mode

2
3

Inverter
IN2+

4
1

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

10.0A

DC cable

16~10AWG

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Common

8 strings

configuration
1
2

PV1+

2MPPT-

PV1-

IN1-

3
4
1

Independent

Mode

IN1+

4
1

PV2+

Inverter
IN2+

4
1
2

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

1
2

PV1+

IN1+

4
1

1MPPT-

PV1-

4
1

Parallel

Mode

IN1-

PV2+

Inverter
IN2+

4
1
2

PV2-

IN2-

3
4

Current

8.7A

DC cable

16~10AWG

Note 1: The temperature rating of the input wirings should be no less than
90(194).
Note 2: The recommended fuse types are configured according to the
condition that the input strings are the same.
(d) Check the polarity (Figure 3-23) before plugging the DC connectors
with the cables of PV strings according to the following steps:
i. Use a multi-meter to measure the PV strings cable ends and check
the polarity.
ii. The positive (+)terminal of cable should match the positive (+) terminal
of inverters DC input.
iii. The negative (-) terminal of cable should match the negative (-)
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terminal of inverters DC input.

NOTICE:
It is important to use a multi-meter to check the polarity of DC input
cables to avoid any risk of reverse polarity.

Figure 3-23 Polarity check

(e) Knock out the holes of the DC side and plug the suitable conduits of
1-1/4 inch through the holes. Then put the cables through the conduits
inside the wiring box.
(f) Crimp the DC cables with the attached pre-insulated end ferrule (16Pcs)
by using the the crimping pliers. (see Figure 3-24)
Tools: Diagonal pliers, wire stripping pliers, crimping pliers

Figure 3-24 Set up the DC input cables

(g) Connect the crimped DC cables to the terminal block on the circuit
board and fasten the screws, as shown in Figure 3-25:
Tools: 6mm (0.23in.) flat screwdriver
Torque value: 3.4N-M

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Figure 3-25(a) Connection of DC input cables

Figure 3-25(b) Connection of DC input cables

3.3.2 AC and ground connection

The following describes how to connect the AC and ground cables
between the inverter and the AC grid :
1) Use No.3 Phillips head screwdriver to screw off the 4 screws on the
wiring box and take off the cover. (see Figure 3-26)
2) Knock out the holes of the DC side and plug the suitable conduits of
1-1/4 inch through the holes. Then put the cables through the conduit
inside the wiring box.
3) The inverter supports 3 kinds of cable connection on the AC side
depending on the grouding connection method. The cable set-up
procedures are illustrated below.

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Figure 3-26 Take off the cover of the wiring box

Table 3-7 Cables specifications
No.

Tools

1.

6mm (0.23in.) flat screwdriver

2.

8mm hex socket wrench

3.

Diagonal pliers

4.

Wire stripping pliers

5.

Crimping pliers
Table 3-8Torque value

AC output terminal block

3.5 N-m

Internal grounding bar

1.6 N-m

Internal grounding stud

1.6 N-m

External grounding point

1.6 N-m
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COMM. PORT

WARNING:
High touch current .
Earth connection esse
before connecting sup

For more details please

see the user manual.

Figure 3-27(a) AC output and ground cable connection

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COMM. PORT

WARNING:
High touch current .
Earth connection esse
before connecting sup

For more details please

see the user manual.

Figure 3-27(b) AC output and ground cable connection

Pre-insulated end ferrule

4pcs

Core wire

Pre-insulated end ferrule

Figure 3-28 AC output and ground cable set up

1

Connect the AC (L1, L2, L3) cables to the terminal block and use the
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OT type terminal to connect the ground cable to the internal

grounding stud inside the wiring box. (see the 2nd graph in Figure
3-27) Set up the cables referring to Figure 3-29.

Pre-insulated end ferrule

3pcs

OT type terminal,1pcs

Core wire

Pre-insulated end ferrule

Core wire

OT type terminal

Figure 3-29 AC output and ground cable set up

2

Connect the AC (L1, L2, L3) cables to the terminal block and use the
OT type terminal to connect the ground cable to the external
grounding point at the bottom of the wiring box. (see the 3rd graph in
Figure 3-27 ) Set up the cables referring to Figure 3-30.

Pre-insulated end ferrule

3pcs

Core wire

Pre-insulated end ferrule

Ground wire

OT type terminal,2pcs

Figure 3-30 AC output and ground cable set up

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INSTRUCTION:
The attached pre-insulated end ferrules match with the #6AWG
cables. If the cable of other gauge is selected, different pre-insulated
end ferrule is needed and provided by the installers.
4) When the output of the inverter is connected to the grid, an AC circuit
breaker is recommended to be installed to safely disconnect the inverter from
the grid when overcurrent happens.
5) The Grid connection type could be optional, which can be (L1,L2,
L3,N,PE) or(L1,L2, L3,PE) .
Either 3 pole or 4 pole AC circuit breaker should be selected as per the
following specifications: can be used. The maximum breaker size allowed is
65A. A smaller breaker may also be used,keeping in mind that a smaller
breaker may result in nuisance trips.
Table 3-9 Specification of AC breaker selection
Inverter

AC breaker rated currentA

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US

65

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3.3.3 Communication connection

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter supports industry standard Modbus
RS485 communication.
1.

Communication board description

PAR

IND
S401
ON

OFF
S403

S402

Figure 3-31 Communication board

2.

Connectors and communication cards

Table 3-10 Communication connection interfaces

Item

Picture

Dry

Configuration description
Please see the section after the table for detailed

contact
information.

communic
ation port
P205

N.O. N.C. COM

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 USB

Firmware upgrade via USB disk

port P207

RS485

No.

port IN

P204
RS485
port OUT
P203
(RJ45
connector)

Colour

White orange 485+

2
3

Orange
White green

4
5

Blue
White blue

6
7

Green

Brown

RS485

1 -----NC

port

2 -----NC

(5pin

3 -----RS485+

P208

N.C
485N.C.
N.C.
N.C.

White brown COM

connector)

Function

N.C

4 -----RS4855 -----COM

Selector

1-----Disable the termination resistance

switch for

2-----Enable the terminal resistor

setting the
120
terminal
resistor of
the RS485
communic
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ation
S402
Selector

1-----Independent mode

switch for

2-----Parallel mode

setting the
PV
connection
mode
S401
Dry contact communication:
The inverter features an alarm function that opens or closes a dry contact on the
communication board. (available both as contact normally open N.O. and as
contact normally closed N.C.), as shown below:

N.O. N.C. COM

Figure 3-32 Dry contact communication port

The voltage and current rating of the dry contact shown in the following
table must not be exceeded in any case.
Table 3-11 Rating of dry contact
Voltage

Current

AC

Maximum 277 V

Maximum 3 A

DC

Maximum 30 V

Maximum 1 A

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Different modes of dry contact output can be accessed by connecting

different pins of the P205 connector, as shown in following table.
Table 3-12 Working modes of dry contact
Dry contact communication

Status in fault

Status without fault

port

condition

condition

P205: N.O. COM

Closed

Open

P205: N.C. COM

Open

Closed

Connection Plan:
You can connect a LED or other loads to indicate the operational status of
the inverter, as shown in the following figure:

Figure 3-33 Schematic diagram of dry contact communication

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If you connect the contact port to the power distribution grid, you must
install an individual miniature circuit-breaker between the dry contact and the
power distribution grid.

Dry contact communication cable connection:

a.) Knock out the holes for suitable cable conduits of 3/4 inch.
b.) Put the dry contact communication cable through the cable conduit and inside the
wiring box.
c.) Use double-layer insulated cables. Strip the cables according to the
following requirements.
Tool: Wire stripping pliers

Figure 3-34 Wire stripping

Table 3-13 Cable set-up
Position

Description

Value

Cable type

Double-layer insulated cable

Outer diameter

4.5 mm~ 6 mm

Cross-section area of conductor

0.2 mm ~ 0.75 mm

L1

Length of stripped outer wire skin

Maximum 15mm

L2

Length of stripped inner wire skin

Maximum 7 mm

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d.) Connect wires to the terminal.

Tool: 2 or 2.5mm flat screwdriver

No.

Cable Color

Function

Red

N.O.

Blue

N.C.

Green

COM

Figure 3-35 Wire connection

e.) Plug the cable terminal into the P205 connector.

Figure 3-36 The dry contact communication cable connection

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 RS485 communication cable connection:

Choose the RS485 communication cables according to the following table:
Table 3-14 Cables specifications
Cable
RS485

UTP CAT-5e or 3x#22~18AWG communication cable

communication

(eg. Belden 3106A)

IN

IN

OUT

Figure 3-37 RS485 connection

1. Cable connection of RS485 communication: RJ45 connector
2. Cable connection of RS485 network communication: RJ45 connector
3. Cable connection of RS485 communication: 5 pin connector
4. Cable connection of RS485 network communication: 5 pin connector

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No.
1

Colour

White orange 485+

2
3

Orange
White green

4
5

Blue
White blue

6
7

Function

Green

N.C
485N.C.
N.C.
N.C.

White brown COM

Brown

N.C

Figure 3-38 Crimp RJ45 connector on the RS485 and Ethernet cable

1 -----NC
2 -----NC
3 (Red)--------RS485+
4 (Blue) -------RS4855 (Green)----- COM
(1)

(2)

(1) RS485 communication of single inverter

(2) RS485 network communication
Figure 3-39 Fasten the cable terminal on the RS485 5 pin connector

a.) Put the communication cable through the conduits inside the wiring box, and
crimp the cable as shown in Figure 3-37 and Figure 3-38.
Tools: Wire stripping pliers, crimping pliers (for RJ45 connector)
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Wire stripping pliers, 2 or 2.5mm (0.08in. or 0.1in.) flat screwdriver (for 5

pin connector)
b.) Plug the crimped connector into the corresponding port.

RS485 network connection:

When the inverters are monitored via the RS485 communication, the unique RS485
address for each inverter can be set through the LCD interface. Up to 31 inverters
can be connected together in the RS485 communication network. The Daisy-chain
topology is recommended for the RS485 network connection, as shown in Figure
3-39. And the port RS485-IN should be connected to the port RS485-OUT of other
inverter for RJ45 connections. Other communication topologies, such as the star
networks, are not recommended.

Figure 3-40 R485 network connection

If there are multiple inverters in the RS485 networking, the selector switch S402 of
the last inverter in the daisy chain should be in ON position, to have the 120ohm
terminal resistor enabled while keeping the selector switch S402 of other inverters in
OFF position to disable the terminal resistor.

.
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Chapter 4 Commissioning
WARNING:
Please follow the guidelines below before on-grid operation to
eliminate possible dangers to ensure safety.

4.1 Commissioning Checklist

4.1.1 Mechanical installation
Make sure that the mounting bracket is secure and all the screws have been
tightened to the specified torque values.
(Please refer to 3.2 Mechanical installation)

4.1.2 Cable connections

Make sure that all cables are connected to the right terminals.
The appropriate cable management is important to avoid physical damage.
The polarity of DC input cables should be correct and the DC Switch
should be on OFF position.
(Please refer to 3.3 Electrical installation)

4.1.3 Electrical check

Make sure that the AC circuit breaker is appropriately sized.
Test whether the AC voltage is within the normal operating range.
Make sure the DC open circuit voltage of input strings is less than 1000V.

4.2 Commissioning steps

Complete the checklist above before commissioning the inverter as follows:
1.) Turn on the AC circuit breaker.
2.) Turn on the DC circuit breaker.
(Skip these two steps if there are no circuit breakers.)
3.) Switch the DC Switch to the ON position. When the energy supplied by
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the PV array is sufficient, the LCD screen of inverter will light up. The inverter
will then start up with the message sys checking.
4.) Set up the grid standard:
INSTRUCTION:
Please check with your local electricity supply company before
selecting the grid standard. If the inverter is operated with a wrong grid
standard, the electricity supply company may cancel the operation
license.
Putting the inverter into operation before the overall system complies
with the national rules and safety regulation of the application is not
permitted.
When the inverter completes sys checking, LCD shows the screen as
Figure 4-1 below. Press ENTER to the standard selection interface, as
shown in Figure 4-2.
Select the corresponding grid standard and press ENTER.

Set Standard!

Figure 4-1 Set up grid standard

1
2
3
4

5 CEI 0-21
6 IEEE1547
7 BDEW

VDE-0126
VDE-4105
G59/2
C10/11
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Figure 4-2 Select grid standard

5.) When the LCD screen shows the normal operation status (Figure 4-3) and
the RUN light on the LED panel lights up, it indicates that the grid connection
and power generation are successful.

PV1

PV2
720 V
14.9A

277
21.2
223.2

725 V
14.5A

277
21.5
223.2

08/12 13:10:10

08/12 13:10:05
(a)

(b)

Figure 4-3 Normal operation status

6.) If the inverter fails to operate normally, FAULT light will light up and the
fault information will show on the LCD screen.
(Please refer to 7.1.2 Troubleshoot LCD faults)
7.) Set up system time and language
Set up the system time and language according to 5.4.4 System
configuration.
8.) To check the real time operation information, you can refer to 5.4.1
Operation information.

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Chapter 5 User Interface

5.1 Description of LCD panel
The inverters LCD panel mainly consists of LCD screen, LED indicator
lights, buzzer and 4 keys, as shown in Figure 5-1.

POWER

RUN

GRID

FAULT

Figure 5-1 LCD panel

Interpretation for the indicator lights is shown in Table 5-1 and function of
the keys is shown in Table 5-2.
Table 5-1 LED Indication
LED light

Name
Working

POWER

power
light

RUN

Grid-tied

Status
Light
on
Light
off
Light

Indication
Energized (control panel starts to
work)
Power supply not working
In grid-tied power generation state
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operation
indication
light

on
Flash
Light
off

Grid
GRID

status
indication
light

Light
on
Flash
Light
off
Light
on

FAULT

Derated running status (light up 0.5s,

light off 1.6s)
In other operation status or power
supply not working
Grid is normal
Grid fault (light up 0.5s, light off 1.6s)
Power supply not working

Indicates a Fault

Fault

Slow

Indicates Alarm (light up 0.5s, light off

status

flash

2s)

indication

Fast

Protective action (light up 0.5s, light

light

flash

off 0.5s)

Light
off

No fault or power supply not working

Table 5-2 Definition of the keys

Key

Description

Definition of function

Escape key

Back/end/mute

Enter key

Confirm entering the menu/confirm set

value/Switch to parameter setting
mode

Up

Page up in selection menu/+1 when

setting parameters

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Down

Page down in selection menu/-1 when

setting parameters

5.2 Operation state

Table 5-1 indicates the definitions of LED, i.e. indicates the information of
the inverters operation state. It indicates that the system is energized and
under DSP control when POWER lights up.
RUN will light up when the inverter detects that the grid connection
conditions meet the requirements and power is fed into the grid. RUN will
blink if the grid is in de-rated running state during the period of feeding power
into the grid.
GRID will light up when the grid is normal during the operation of the
inverter. Otherwise, GRID will blink until the grid restores to normal.
FAULT will blink quickly as a fault (except grid fault) occurs. FAULT will
not light out until the fault is eliminated. The light will blink slowly when an
alarm occurs. FAULT remains illuminated when an internal fault occurs.
The buzzer will give an alarm if a fault (involving power grid fault) occurs.

5.3 Interface types

Users can perform the corresponding operations with the 4 function keys
according to the indications of the LCD display.
(1) The LCD interface starts with the company logo once the system is
energized, as shown in Figure 5-2.

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Figure 5-2 LOGO interface

(2) Indication of inverter operation mode:

Sys.Checking
>>>>>>
Figure 5-3 Inverter system check ongoing

Standby
>>>>>>
Figure 5-4 Inverter system in standby mode

PV1

PV2
729 V
14.2A

277
20.2
223.2

730 V
14.0A

277
20.5
223.2

08/12 13:10:10

08/12 13:10:05
(a)

(b)

Figure 5-5 Default display interface for normal operation

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GridV.OutLim

Figure 5-6 Fault indication interface

LCD screen will display different mode interfaces based on the operation
modes of the inverter. There are four operation modes: startup system check
mode (as shown in Figure 5-3), stand-by mode (as shown in Figure 5-4),
normal operation mode (as shown in Figure 5-5, the switching time between (a)
and (b) is 5 seconds), and fault mode (as shown in Figure 5-6).
The default indication interface mainly indicates PV voltage, PV current,
grid voltage, instant power, daily generated power and time information under
normal operation.
The fault information of the most recent / current fault will be indicated on
the LCD screen when the inverter is in fault mode.

5.4 Menu functions

LCD screen displays default indication interface when the inverter is in
operation mode. Press ESC in this interface to escape the default interface
and enter the main operation interface. The main operation interface is shown
in Figure 5-7.

1
2
3
4

OP.Info
Alarm
History
Setting

5 Dispatch

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Figure 5-7 Main menus on the LCD screen

The main operation interface of LCD screen has 5 menus, i.e. 1 OP. Info,
2 Alarm, 3 History, 4 Setting and 5 Dispatch. The users may select
options with UP and DOWN, and then press ENT to confirm selection. The
users can return to the default indication interface by pressing ESC.

5.4.1 Operation information

When the cursor moves to 1 OP. Info in the main screen, you should
press ENT to select the operation information as shown in Figure 5-8. Check
the information by pressing UP and DOWN. Return to the previous menu by
pressing ESC.
EDay
23.5kWh
PDayPk 19kW
DayT
12 .1 h

1 OP.Info

Uab
Ubc
Uca
Freq

480.2V
480.5V
479.7V
60.0Hz

Ia
Ib
Ic

20.1A
19.8A
20.0A

Tmod
Tamb

78.2C
50.1C

Upv 1
Ipv1
Upv 2
Ipv2

452 .0V
18 .9A
453 .4V
18 .7A

Sac
Pac

16.8KVA
16.5kW

Figure 5-8 Operation information indication (PV independent mode)

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RemarksThe LCD display is shown as follows when PV parallel mode is

selected.

Upv
Ipv

453.0V
18.7A

Figure 5-9 Operation information indication (PV parallel mode)

5.4.2 Alarm
As described before, if a fault occurs during normal operation of the
inverter, corresponding fault messages will be indicated in 2 Alarm menu in
addition to the sound and light alarms. Move the cursor to 2 Alarm and press
ENT to check out the specific fault information, as shown in Figure 5-10.

2 Alarm

No

No Alarm

Yes

EepromErr
Protect0010

Figure 5-10 Alarm / failure information

5.4.3 History
Move the cursor to 3 History in the main interface. Press ENT to check
the history information, as shown in Figure 5-11. There are 4 submenus in 3
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History: 1 HistErr, 2 OP. Recd, 3 Version and 4 TotalTag.

(1) The error log can store up 100 fault messages in 1 HistErr menu.
(2) The last 21 days of operation history data is available to be checked in
2 OP. Recd menu. All variable names in the data comply with the content in
1 OP. Info menu of the main interface. The users can select the 2 OP. Recd
menu and input the retraceable days (For example, the input number is 21. If
the current date is December 15th, the LCD will indicate the operation
information of 21 days before that date which is November 24th).
(3) The DSP version, LCD version and serial number of the product are
listed in 3 Version menu.
(4) Cumulative generated power from the first day the inverter began
working is available to be checked in 4 TotalTag menu.
No

NoError

1.St2010.12.15 20:50
SPI Error
2.Ed2010.12.15 20:59
SPI Error

Yes

3 History

1 HistErr
2 OP.Recd
3 Version
4 TotalTag

Pls input date

2

12/15

DSPVer. 0.01
LCDVer.
0.01
Serial No.
10731220003

TotalTagKWh
2123.5

Figure 5-11 History menu and submenu

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EDay 123.5KWh
PDayPk 20.0KW
DayT
7.0h

5.4.4 System configuration

Move the cursor to 4 Setting in the main interface. Press ENT to enter
the password: UP -> DOWN -> UP -> DOWN. Press ENT to confirm, and set
the current system parameters, as shown in Figure 5-12. There are 7
submenus in 4 Setting: 1 ON/OFF, 2 Language, 3 Buzzer, 4 SysTime,
5 Commun., 6 OtherCmd and 7 NetConfig.
ON
OFF
ON State

4 Setting

1 ON/OFF
2 Language
3 Buzzer
4 SysTime

5 Commun
6 OtherCmd
7 NetConfig

English
EnglishVer.

Francaise
Deutsch
EnglishVer.

KeyBeep
Enabled
AlarmBeep
Disabled

2015 / 04 / 15
09 14

Address
2
BaudRate 3
1 2400
2 4800
3 9600
4 19200
ARCOption
-ARCFaultClear

IPAddr:10
122
1
123

MPPTOption
-MPPTCycle
-- Min

SubMask:255
255
255
0

MPPTScan

DHCP
<Enable/Disable>
StaticIP

GateWay:10
122
1
254
DNSSer.: 10
122
0
1

Figure 5-12 System setup menu and submenu

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Italiano

EnglishVer .

(1) The inverter can be started and shut down with 1 ON/OFF menu.
Move the cursor to ON and press ENT, ON State will then be indicated at
the bottom of LCD screen; move the cursor to OFF and press ENT, then
OFF State will be indicated as well. The inverter will stand by instead of
working normally if the startup conditions do not meet the set value even if ON
is selected. The inverter will be shut down immediately if OFF is selected in
any case.
(2) Five languages, i.e. Chinese, French, English, German, and Italian are
available in 2 Language menu.
(3) Key beep and Alarm beep can be set mute/unmute in 3 Buzzer menu.
Key beep and Alarm beep can be chosen by pressing UP and DOWN. Shift
between Enable and Disable by pressing UP and DOWN if the cursor is on
the Key beep. Complete the setup by pressing ENT. Similarly, the Alarm
beep can be set up in the same way.
(4) Set up the system date and time with 4 SysTime menu (These
parameters are of critical importance and will be used in history information).
(5) Set the 485 communication parameters with 5 Commun. menu.
(6) There are 5 submenus in the 6 other Cmd menu:
1. Arcing check and protection is mainly divided into two parts, the Arcing
check board is responsible for whether there is Arcing in line, and transfer
Arcing protection signal to the DSP in the dominating control board. The
control board DSP is responsible for the control of inverter off the grid after
receiving Arcing signal to ensure safety. The Arcing board failure will cause
arc board err shown on the LCD and it will not connect to the grid until the arc
board is OK. If there is Arcing fault, the LCD displays the fault which can only
be cleared manually.
ARCOption is used to enable/disable the ARC function. Press ENT and
use UP and DOWN to enable/disable the ARC function, and press ENT to
confirm the setting.
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2. ARCFaultClear is used to clear the ARC fault. Move the cursor to this
menu, and press ENT. The operation result will appear on the LCD, ie.
Succeed or Failed.
3.MPPT scan function is effective if
1) In parallel mode, the total input power is lower than 90% of the
active power in parallel mode.
2) In dual mode, each input power is lower than 75% of the rating
power of each MPPT tracker.
Once this MPPT scan function is set on LCD, it will search the
maximum power point at a voltage step of 5V in the MPPT range for full load,
and get the maximum power point.
MPPTOption is used to enable the MPPT Scan. Move the cursor to
this item, press ENT to set up the function. Use UP and DOWN to
enable/disable the MPPTOption function. Press ENT to confirm the setting.
4. MPPTCycle is used to set up the cycle time of MPPT Scan. Move the
cursor to this item, press ENT to set up the cycle time. Use UP and DOWN to
adjust the MPPT cycle time. Press ENT to confirm the setting.
5. MPPTScan is to execute the MPPT scanning manually. Move the
cursor to this item, and press ENT to initiate the scanning. The LCD screen will
skip to normal operation interface if the MPPT scanning succeeds, or remain
on the MPPTScan menu interface if the scanning fails.
(7) Configure the network address in the 7 NetConfig menu.
Move the cursor to the menu, press ENT and set up the parameters by
UP and DOWN.
INSTRUCTION:
Move the cursor to the corresponding menu to set up the
parameters, and the number will flash after pressing ENT. Use UP
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and DOWN to adjust the parameters.

5.4.5 Power dispatch

Move the cursor to 5 Dispatch in the main interface and press ENT to go
to the following interface (Figure 5-13):

5 Dispatch

ActivePower (%)
100.0
PowerFactor
1.000

Figure 5-13 Active Power and PowerFactor

Remote power dispatch: The ActivePower and PowerFactor can be
adjusted remotely by software.

5.4.6 System protection parameters setup

Press DOWN and ENT at the same time in the main interface and enter
the password (UP -> DOWN -> UP -> DOWN) to access the system protection
parameters setup menu. This menu includes 6 submenus: 1 SysPara, 2
Restart, 3 Recover, 4 ClrErrRecd and 5 Stdset, as shown in Figure 5-14.

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1 GridVProtect
2 GridFProtect
3 ON/OFF
4 PowerContr
5 LVRTSet
6 OtherProtect

Pls Input Pwd

****

1 SysPara.
2 Restart
3 Recover
4 ClrErrRecd

Are You Sure ?

5 StdSet
Pwd Error
Pls Input Again
****

Initialization?
Wrong Pwd

Restarting..
Recovering..

FaultOperated

Success !
Success !
ClearErrors ?

Success
Failure !

Success !

Failure

Failure !

Failure

FaultOperated
1 VDE0126-1-1
2 VDE4105
3 G59
4 C10_11
5 CEI_021
6 IEEE1547
7 BDEW

Figure 5-14 System protection parameter configuration

(1) The system protection parameters of each grid standard can be set up
in 1 SysPara menu. Please refer to Chapter 5.4.7.
(2) 2 Restart menu: If a fault shutdown happens, a severe fault may
have occurred inside the inverter. The user can perform a force reboot for one
time in this menu if the user needs to restart the inverter.
INSTRUCTION:
This function is effective only when the fault IntFault0010~0150 in
the troubleshooting table occurs. The inverter may restore to normal
operation automatically if alarm or protection faults occur. This
function will not respond when the inverter is in operation mode and a
FaultOperated alarm interface will be indicated.
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(3) 3 Recover menu: The manufacturers parameter default value can be

restored when the inverter is not in operation mode. Otherwise Fault
Operated will be reminded.
(4) 4 ClrErrRecd menu: History information of the failures can be wiped
clear after confirmation
(5) 5 Stdset menu: The grid standard can only be changed when the inverter
is turned off by LCD shut down. The change is ineffective under normal operation
mode. Please refer to 6.2 Shut down after the inverter stops working, and choose
the grid standard as per the local requirement of the electricity supply company.
NOTICE:
Please dont change the grid standard when the inverter is in normal
operation mode, or the change is invalid. Please refer to the 6.2
Manual shutdown to turn off the inverter.
INSTRUCTION:
CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US PV inverter supports 7 grid standards.
Please check with your local electricity supply company before
selecting the grid standard. If the inverter is operated with a wrong
grid standard, the electricity supply company may cancel the
operation license.
Putting the inverter into operation before the overall system complies
with the national rules and safety regulation of the application is not
permitted.

5.4.7 System control parameters

The 1 SysPara menu has 6 submenus, including 1 GridVProtect, 2
GridFProtect,

ON/OFF,

PowerContr,

LVRTSet

and

OtherProtect.
(1) 1 GridVProtect and 2 GridFProtect menus: Set up the parameters of
grid voltage, frequency protection and recovery, etc, as shown in Table 5-3:
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Table 5-3 Parameters of grid voltage and frequency (IEEE-1547)

Parameter name

GridV.Max1(V)

VMaxTripT1(S)

GridV.Min1(V)

VMinTripT1(S

GridV.Max2(V)

VMaxTripT2(S)

GridV.Min2(V)

VMinTripT2(S)

GridVmaxRecT(V)

GridVminRecT(V)

GridVRecT(S)

GridF.Max1(Hz)

Description
Threshold value of Level 1
Max. grid voltage
Threshold value of Level 1
Max. grid trip voltage
Threshold value of Level 1
Min. grid voltage
Threshold value of Level 1
Min. grid trip voltage
Threshold value of Level 2
Max. grid voltage
Threshold value of Level 2
Max. grid trip voltage
Threshold value of Level 2
Min. grid voltage
Threshold value of Level 2
Min. grid trip voltage
Recovery threshold value of
Max. grid voltage
Recovery threshold value of
Min. grid voltage
Recovery time of grid
voltage protection
Protection threshold value of
Level 1 Max. grid frequency
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Setup range (lower limit,

default & upper limit)
{200.0, 528.0, 552.0}

{0, 1.00, 600.00}

{0, 422.4, 480.0}

{0, 2.00, 600.00}

{200.0, 576.0, 624.0}

{0, 0.16, 600.00}

{0, 240.0, 480.0}

{0, 0.16, 600.00}

{200.0, 518.0, 533.0}

{0, 432.4, 480.0}

{0, 300.00, 600.00}

{50.00, 60.50, 66.00}

FmaxTripT1(S)

GridF.Min1(Hz)

FminTripT1(S)

GridF.Max2(Hz)

FmaxTripT2(S

GridF.Min2(Hz)

FminTripT2(S)

GridFmaxRecT(Hz)

GridFminRecT(Hz)

GridFRecT(S)

GridV.Unbal(%)

Trip time of Level 1 Max. grid

frequency
Protection threshold value of
Level 1 Min. grid frequency
Trip time of Level 1 Min. grid
frequency
Protection threshold value of
Level 2 Max. grid frequency
Trip time of Level 2 Max. grid
frequency
Protection threshold value of
Level 2 Min. grid frequency
Trip time of Level 2 Min. grid
frequency
Recovery threshold value of
Max. grid frequency
Recovery threshold value of
Min. grid frequency
Recovery time of grid
frequency protection
Threshold value of grid
voltage unbalance

{0, 0.16, 600.00}

{45.00, 59.30, 60.00}

{0, 0.16, 600.00}

{50.00, 61.00, 66.00}

{0, 0.05, 600.00}

{45.00, 59.00, 60.00}

{0, 0.05, 600.00}

{49.00, 60.40, 66.00}

{45.00, 59.40, 60.00}

{0, 300.00, 600.00}

{0.1, 2.6, 10.0}

(2) 3 ON/OFF menu: Set up the start-up and shut-down control parameters.
Table 5-4 Start-up and turn-off control parameters
Parameter name

Description

PVStartVol(V)

PV start-up voltage
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Setup range (lower limit,

default & upper limit)
{300.0, 330.0, 400.0}

SoftStep(KW/S)

Soft step

{0.01,1.44,2.88}

SoftOffOption

Soft turn off option

OffPStep(KW/S)

Turn off power step

{0.01, 2.16,2.88}

IsoResis(KOhm)

Isolation resistance

{10.0, 250.0 1000.0}

GridReStep(KW/S)

Grid fault recovery step

{0.01, 0.05, 2.88}

{Disable, Disable,
Enable}

(3) 4 PowerContr menu: relative functions of active, reactive power control

and over-frequency derating, including ActiveContr(%), RePowerContr
and FreqDeratCtrl menus.
1. ActiveContr(%) menu: adjust the active power of AC output, the
range is 0~100.0%.
2. RePowerContr menu: set up the reactive power control mode,
including 6 submenus: 1. None, 2. Dispatch, 3. Q Set, 4. PF Set, 5.
PF(P) Set and 6. Q(U) Set.

PF(P) Curve
6 Q(U) Curve

Figure 5-15 Reactive power mode

1). None

No mode/disable reactive power mode

2). Dispatch

Remote power dispatch mode

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Note: The ActivePower, PF and Q value can be adjusted by remote software if

the Dispatch is selected.
3). QReactSet Set the Q value
Note: Change the reactive power by adjusting the Q value (reactive
compensation)
4). PF Set

Set the PF value

Note: Change the reactive power by adjusting the PowerFactor

5). PF(P) CurvePF curve mode
Note: The power factor changes according to the power change, as shown in
Figure 5-16:
INSTRUCTION:
The PF (P) Curve function is only available for VDE-4105, CEI 0-21
and IEEE-1547 grid standards.

Figure 5-16 PF(P) curve mode

6). Q(U) CurveQ(U) curve mode

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Note: The reactive compensation changes according to the grid voltage

change, as shown in Figure 5-17.
INSTRUCTION:
The Q(U) curve function is only available for CEI 0-21 and IEEE-1547
grid standards.

Figure 5-17 Q(U) curve mode

The Table 5-5 lists the parameters of QReactSet, PF Set, PF(P) Curve
and Q(U) Curve modes. Press ENT to start up the modes after the parameters
are set up.
Table 5-5 Parameters of reactive power control (IEEE-1547)
Mode

Parameter Name
ReactiveComp(
%)

Setup range (lower limit,

default & upper limit)

Description

(-60.0%, 0.0%, 60.0%)

PF

PowerFactor

(-0.80, 1.000, 0.80)

PF(P)

PFCurveP1(%)

(0, 50.0%, 100.0%)

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See Figure 5-17

PFCurvePF1

(-0.800, 1.000, 0.800)

See Figure 5-17

PFCurveP2(%)

(0, 100.0%, 100.0%)

See Figure 5-17

PFCurvePF2

(-0.800, -0.900, 0.800)

See Figure 5-17

PFCurvTripV(V)

(480.0, 480.0, 528.0)

PFCurveReV(V)

(422.4, 432.0, 480.0)

QuCurveU1(V)

(480.0, 518.4, 528.0)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveQ1(%)

(-100.0%, 0.0%, 100.0%)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveU2(V)

(480.0, 528.0, 528.0)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveQ2(%)

Q(U)

(-100.0%, -50.0%,
100.0%)

PF curve trip
voltage
PF curve revocation
voltage

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveU1i(V)

(422.4, 441.6, 480.0)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveQ1i(%)

(-100.0%, 0.0%, 100.0%)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveU2i(V)

(422.4, 432.0, 480.0)

See Figure 5-18

QuCurveQ2i(%)

(-100.0%, 50.0%,
100.0%)

QuCurvTripP(%)

(5.0%, 20.0%, 100.0%)

QuCurveReP(%)

(5.0%, 5.0%, 100.0%)

See Figure 5-18

Qu curve trip power
Qu curve revocation
power

3. FreqDeratCtrl menu: Set up the parameters of over-frequency active

power deraring.
INSTRUCTION:
The FreqDeratCtrl function is not available for the IEEE-1547 grid
standard.
(4) 6 OtherProtect menu: set up the threshold value of leakage current and
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output DC component protection:

Table 5-6 Protection parameters of leakage current and output DC component
Parameter name

LeakCurMax(mA)

IdcMax(mA)

Description

Setup range (lower limit, default

& upper limit)

Leakage current

{0, 250, 300}

Max. limit
DC component
current Max. limit

{0, 216, 1000}

5.4.8 Arcing fault current interruption

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US is embedded with Type 1 DC arcing fault current
detection device which stops the inverter from working when arcing fault
current is detected on the DC side and shows ARC Protect on the LCD. This
fault can only be cleared by manual operation.

ARC Protect

Figure 5-18 ARC Protect fault

In the System Setting OtherCmd menu, execute the AFCI Test, the
inverter will stop working and test AFCI. When the test is over, TestFinish will
be displayed on the LCD if no fault is detected or AFCI Fault will be shown if
a fault occurs, as shown in Figure 5-20.

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MPPT Scan
AFCI Test
Testing
Figure 5-19 AFCI test

MPPT Scan
AFCI Fault

AFCI Test
TestFinish

Figure 5-20 AFCI test result

In the System Setting OtherCmd menu, execute ARCFaultClear
command to clear ARC Protect fault alarm, and LCD will show Succeed if
the fault is successfully cleared, as shown in Figure 5-21.

AFCIOperation
Enable
ARCFaultClear
Succeed
Figure 5-21 Manually clear ARC Protect fault

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Chapter 6 Operation
6.1 Start-up
Manual start-up: Manual start-up is required after regulation setting or
manual (fault) shut-down. Move the cursor from the main operation interface
to 4 Setting. Press ENT and go to submenu 1 ON/OFF. Then move the
cursor to ON and press ENT to start the inverter. Then the inverter will start
up and operate normally if the start-up condition is met. Otherwise, the inverter
will go to stand-by mode.
Automatic start-up: The inverter will start up automatically when the
output voltage and power of PV arrays meet the set value, AC power grid is
normal, and the ambient temperature is within allowable operating range.

6.2 Shut-down
Manual shutdown: Normally, it is not necessary to shutdown the inverter,
but it can be shut down manually if regulation setting or maintenance is
required.
Move the cursor from the main operation interface to 4 Setting. Press
ENT and go to submenu 1 ON/OFF. Move the cursor to OFF and press
ENT, and then the inverter will be shut down.
Automatic shutdown: The inverter will be shut down automatically when
the output voltage and power of PV modules are lower than the set value, or
AC power grid fails; or the ambient temperature exceeds the normal range.

6.3 Operation mode

There are 4 operation modes. The following are corresponding indications
for each mode.
(1) System check mode for start up, as shown in Figure 6-1:

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Sys.Checking
>>>>>>
Figure 6-1 System self check ongoing
This mode indicates that the inverter is checking whether it is ready for
normal operation after the manual start-up of inverter.
(2) Normal operation mode: Default indication interface for normal
operation is shown in Figure 6-2 (a) and 6-2 (b). The switching time between
(a) and (b) is 5 seconds.

(a)

(b)

Figure 6-2 Default indication interface for normal operation

In this mode, the inverter converts the power generated by PV modules to
AC continuously and feeds into the power grid.
(3) Standby mode, as shown in Figure 6-3:
The inverter will enter standby mode when the output voltage and power
of PV modules do not meet the startup conditions or PV voltage and input
power are lower than the set value. The inverter will check automatically
whether it meets the startup conditions in this mode until it turns back to
normal mode. The inverter will switch from standby mode to fault mode if a
malfunction occurs.
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Standby
>>>>>>
Figure 6-3 Inverter system in standby mode
(4) Fault mode, as shown in Figure 6-4:
The inverter will disconnect from the power grid and turn into fault mode
when the inverter or power grid fails. Check the specific cause in
Troubleshooting table (Table 7-2) according to the fault message displayed
on the LCD and eliminate the fault referring to the instructions.

SPICommErr

Figure 6-4 Fault indication interface

WARNING:
All the installation and wiring connections should be performed by
qualified technical personnel. Disconnect the inverter from PV
modules and the AC supply before undertaking maintenance.
Do not operate or maintain the inverter until at least 5 minutes after
disconnecting all sources of DC and AC.

6.4 Grid-tied power generation

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US series inverter has an automatic grid-tied power
generation process. It will check constantly whether AC power grid meets the
conditions for grid-tied power generation, and also test whether the PV array
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has adequate energy. After all conditions are met, the inverter will enter
grid-tied power generation mode. While in grid-tied power generation, the
inverter can detect the power grid at all times, and also keep the photovoltaic
array output in maximum power point tracking (MPPT) mode. In case of any
abnormity, the inverter will enter the protection program immediately. In low
light conditions when power generation is not enough to keep the inverter in
operation, the inverter will enter standby mode. When the voltage of PV array
changes and becomes stable and higher than the required set value, the
inverter will attempt to start grid-tied power generation again.

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Chapter 7 Maintenance and De-installation

7.1 Fault shut down and troubleshooting
7.1.1 LED fault and troubleshooting
Please refer to the definition of LED lights in Table 5-1 and troubleshoot
according to Table 7-1:
Table 7-1 Trouble shooting of LED lights
LED fault status

Solutions

Neither the Power LED nor the

1. Turn off the external AC

LCD screen lights up.

breaker
2. Switch the DC switch to OFF
position
3. Check the PV input voltage and
polarity

The GRID LED is blinking.

1. Turn off the external AC

breaker
2. Switch the DC switch to OFF
position
3. Check whether the grid voltage
is normal and whether the cable
connection of AC side is correct
and secure

The RUN LED lights off or FAULT

Refer

to

Table

LED lights up.

troubleshooting

7-2

for

7.1.2 LCD fault and troubleshooting

The inverter will be shut down automatically if the PV power generation
system fails, such as output short circuit, grid overvoltage / undervoltage, grid
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overfrequency / underfrequency, high environmental temperature or internal

malfunction of the machine. The fault information will be displayed on the LCD
screen. Please refer to 5.4.2 Present fault for detailed operation.
The causes of a fault can be identified based on the faults listed in Table
7-2. Proper analysis is recommended before contacting after-sales service.
There are 3 types of fault: alarm, protection and hardware fault.
Table 7-2 LCD Troubleshooting table
Definition:
Prompt detection of abnormal temperature
Possible causes:
1.Temperature Sensor socket connecter has poor
1.TempSensorErr

contact;
2.Temperature Sensor is damaged;
Recommended solutions:
1.Observe temperature display;
2.Switch off 3-phase working power supply and

Alarm

then reboot the system;

3.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Communication inside inverter fails

2.CommErr

Possible causes:
Terminal

block

connecters

of

internal

communication wires have poor contact

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm
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will be eliminated automatically;

2.Switch off 3-phase working power supply and
then reboot the system;
3.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Cooling fan failure by visual check
Possible causes:
1.Fan is blocked;
2.Fan service life has expired;
3. Fan socket connecter has poor contact.
3.ExtFanErr

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm
will be eliminated automatically;
2.Check for foreign objects on fan blades;
3.Switch off 3-phase work power supply and then
reboot the system;
4.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Internal alarm
Possible causes:

4.EepromErr

Internal memory has a problem

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 5 minutes and see whether the alarm
will be eliminated automatically;
2.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:

Protection 1.TempOver

Ambient or internal temperature is too high

Possible causes:
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1.Ambient temperature outside the inverter is too

high;
2.Fan is blocked;
3. Convection airflow is insufficient due to improper
installation.
Recommended solutions:
1.Confirm that external ambient temperature is
within the specified range of operating temperature;
2.Check whether air inlet is blocked;
3.Check whether fan is blocked;
4.Check whether the location of installation is
appropriate or not;
5.Observe for 30 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
6.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Grid voltage exceeds the specified range,
Possible causes:
1.Grid voltage is abnormal;
Power grid breaks down
2.Cable connection between the inverter and the
2.GridV.OutLim

grid is poor;
Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 10 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Check whether the grid voltage is within the
specified range;
3.Check whether the cable between the inverter
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and power grid is disconnected or has any fault;

4.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Grid voltage frequency is abnormal, or power grid is
not detected
Possible causes:
1.Grid frequency is abnormal;
2.Cable connection between the inverter and the
grid is poor;
3.GridF.OutLim

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 10 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Check whether the grid frequency is within the
specified range;
3.Check whether the cable between the inverter
and power grid is disconnected or has any fault;
4.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
PV voltage exceeds the specified value
Possible causes:
PV over-voltage
Recommended solutions:

4.PVVoltOver*

1.Observe for 30 minutes and see whether the

alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Check whether PV voltage exceeds the specified
range;
3.Turn off the PV input switch, wait for 5 minutes,
and then turn on the switch again;
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4.Contact after-sales service personnel

Definition:
PV module is connected inversely
Possible causes:
PV positive pole and negative pole are connected
5.PV1 (2) Reverse** inversely;
Recommended solutions:
1.Check whether positive pole and negative pole
are connected inversely;
2.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
System leakage current is too high
Possible causes:
1.Excessive parasitic capacitance on PV module
due to environmental factor;
2.Grounding is abnormal;
6.GFCI.Err

3. Internal inverter fault

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 10 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Detect whether the electrical connection is
abnormal
3.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Insulation impedance of PV positive to ground or

7.IsolationErr

PV negative to ground exceeds the specified range

Possible causes:
Air humidity is high
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Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 10 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Check insulation of PV system;
3.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
ARC fault
Possible causes:
Protection actions of ARC board
8.ARC Protect

Recommended solutions:
1. Use ARCFaultClear to clear the ARC fault.
(Refer to section 5.4.4)
2. Check if there is an arc in PV input or the
connection of PV cable is not good.
2. Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Arcboard error
Possible causes:
Poor contact or damage of Arcboard

9.Arcboard Err

Recommended solutions:
1. Check whether the Arcboard is in good
condition
2. Use ARCFaultClear to clear the ARC fault.
(Refer to section 5.4.4)
3. Contact after-sales service personnel

10.IntProtect0010~
0620

Definition:
Internal protection of the inverter
Possible causes:
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Protection procedure occurs inside the inverter

Recommended solutions:
1.Observe for 10 minutes and see whether the
alarm will be eliminated automatically;
2.Contact after-sales service personnel
Definition:
Internal fault of the inverter
Possible causes:
Fault occurs inside the inverter
Fault

IntFault0010~0150

Recommended solutions:
1.The inverter can be forced to restart once if it is
required by operation and if it is confirmed that
there is no other problem;
2.Contact after-sales service personnel

INSTRUCTION:
*The

actual

display

of

PV.VoltOver

is

PV1VoltOver

or

display

of

PV.Reverse

is

PV1Reverse

or

PV2VoltOver.
*The

actual

PV2Reverse.
DANGER:
Please disconnect the inverter from AC grid and PV modules before
opening the equipment. Make sure hazardous high voltage and
energy inside the equipment has been discharged.
Do not operate or maintain the inverter until at least 5 minutes after
disconnecting all sources of DC and AC.

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7.2 Product maintenance

7.2.1 Check the electrical connection
Check all the cable connections as a regular maintenance inspection
every 6 months or once a year.
1.) Check the cable connections. If loose, please tighten all the cables
referring to 3.3 Electrical installation.
2.) Check for cable damage, especially whether the cable surface is
scratched or smooth. Repair or replace the cables if necessary.

7.2.2 Clean the air vent filter

The inverter can become hot during normal operation. It uses built in
cooling fans to provide sufficient air flow to help in heat dissipation.
Check the air vent regularly to make sure it is not blocked and clean the
vent with soft brush or vacuum cleaner if necessary.

7.2.3 Replace cooling fans

If the internal temperature of the inverter is too high or abnormal noise is
heard assuming the air vent is not blocked and is clean, it may be necessary to
replace the external fans. Please refer to Figure 7-1 for replacing the cooling
fans.
1. Use a No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to take off the 10 screws on the fan
tray (6 screws on the upper fan tray, and 4 screws on the lower fan tray).
2. Disconnect the waterproof cable connector from the cooling fan.
3. Use a No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to take off the screws.
4. Fix the new cooling fan on the fan tray, and fasten the cable on the fan tray
with cable ties
Torque value: 0.8-1N.m
5. Install the assembled fans back to the inverter.
Torque value: 1.2N.m
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90

50~60mm

50~60mm

Figure 7-1 Replace cooling fans

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7.2.4 Replace the inverter

Please confirm the following things before replacing the inverter:
(1) The inverter is turned off.
(2) The DC switch of the inverter is turned to OFF position.
Then Replace the inverter according to the following steps:
a.) Unlock the padlock if it is installed on the inverter.

Figure 7-2 Unlock the padlock

b.) Use a No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the 2 screws on both
sides of the inverter.

Figure 7-3 Remove the screws on both sides

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c.) Use a No. 10 Hex wrench to remove the 4 screws between the main
housing and the wiring box. Lift up the main housing and disconnect from the
wiring box.

Figure 7-4 Disconnect the main housing from the wiring box
d.) Use a No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to remove the 2 screws on the left
side of the wiring box, and take off the cover board. Put the board on the
connector of wiring box.
Torque value: 1.2N.m

Figure 7-5 Install the cover board on the connector of the wiring box
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7.3 De-installing the inverter

De-install the inverter according to the following steps when the service
time is due or for other reasons:
DANGER:
Please disconnect the electrical connection in strict accordance with
the following steps. Otherwise, the inverter will be damaged and the
service personnels life will be endangered.
1.) Turn off the AC breaker, and use Padlocks if provided.
2.) Turn off the DC breaker, and use Padlocks if provided.
(Skip the two steps if there are no circuit breakers.)
3.) Switch the AC switch to OFF position.
4.) Switch the DC switch to OFF position.
5.) Wait for 10 minutes to ensure the internal capacitors have been completely
discharged.
6.) Measure the AC output cable terminal voltage against the ground, and
make sure the voltage is 0V.
7.) Disconnect the AC and PE cables referring to 3.3.2 AC and ground
connection.
8.) Disconnect the DC cables referring to 3.3.1 DC connection.
9.) De-install the inverter using reverse of installation steps referring to 3.2
Mechanical installation.

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Chapter 8 Technical Data

Model Name

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US

DC Input
Max. PV Power
Nominal DC Input
Power
Max. DC Input Voltage1
Operating DC Input
Voltage Range
Start-up DC Input
Voltage / Power
Number of MPP
Trackers
MPPT Voltage Range2
Max. Input Current
(Imp)
Max. Short Circuit
Current (Isc)
Number of DC Inputs

8 inputs, 4 per MPPT

DC Disconnection Type

Load rated DC switch

AC Output
Rated AC Output
Power
Max. AC Output Power

36kW

Rated Output Voltage

2
3
4

37kW
1000Vdc
240-950Vdc
330V/300W
2
540-800Vdc
35A*2
50A*2

36kW
480Vac

Output Voltage Range3

422-528Vac

Grid Connection Type

3/ PE

Max AC Output Current

Rated Output
Frequency
Output Frequency
Range4
Power Factor
1

54kw

43.5A
60Hz
59.3-60.5Hz
>0.99 (0.8 adjustable)

Exceeding the Max. DC Input Voltage may cause permanent damage to the equipment.
The MPPT Voltage Range is adjustable through LCD operations.
The Output Voltage Range may differ according to specific grid standard.
The Output Frequency Range may differ according to specific grid standard.
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Current THD

<3%

AC Disconnection Type

Load rated AC switch

System
Topology

Transformerless

Max. Efficiency

98.4%

CEC Efficiency
Stand-by / Night
Consumption
Environment

98.0%
<30W / <3W

Protection Degree

TYPE 4X

Cooling
Operating Temperature
Range
Operating Humidity

Variable speed cooling fans

-13F to +140F / - 25C to +60C (derating from
+113F / +45C)
0-95%, non-condensing
13123.4ft / 4000m (derating from 6561.7ft /
Operating Altitude
2000m)
Display and Communication
Display
Communication

LCD + LED
Standard: RS485 (Modbus)
Optional:Ethernet TCP/IP card

Mechanical Data
Dimensions (WxHxD)

23.639.49.1in / 6001000230mm

Weight
Orientation
Safety
PV Arc-Fault Circuit
Protection
Safety and EMC
Standard
Grid Standard

145lbs / 66kg
15 - 90 degrees from horizontal
Type 1
UL1741:2010, CSA-C22.2 NO.107.1-01,
IEEE1547; FCC PART15
IEEE1547: 2003, IEEE1547.1: 2006

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Note 1: When the DC input voltage is lower than 400V or higher than 800V, the
inverter begins derating, as shown in Figure 8-1:

Po/Pn
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%

300

500(540)

800

900

1000

PV Voltage (V)

Figure 8-1 SCA36KTL derating curve of PV input voltage

Note 2: When the ambient temperature is higher than 113 (45), the output
power begins derating, as shown in Figure 8-2:
Po/Pn
100%
80%
60%

55%

40%
20%
113
(45)

140
( 60)

Tamb

Figure 8-2 SCA36KTL derating curve with high temperature

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Note 3: When the altitude is higher than 6562ft (2000m), the power of the
inverter needs derating, as shown in Figure 8-3:
Po/Pn

Figure 8-3 SCA36KTL derating curve with high altitude

Note 4: The inverter can output the AC power with full loads under 90%~110%
of the rated grid voltage. When the grid voltage is lower than 90%, the output
current will be limited within the allowable Max. current.
Po/Pn
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%

0.88*Un

1.1*Un

Grid Voltage

Figure 8-4 SCA36KTL derating curve of grid voltage

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Chapter 9 Limited Warranty

The warranty policy of this product is specified in the contract; otherwise,
the warranty period is 10 years.
For service, Chint Power Systems America will provide local support. For
Warranty terms, please refer to the CPS America standard warranty policy in
place at time of purchase.

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Appendix: Instruction of inverter selection

Table A-1 Optional accessory

Standard
Options

Item

Number

CPS SCA36KTL-DO/US inverter

Ethernet card

Bypass input terminalsx2

1 or 2

Note

The following figure shows the wiring box equipped with the optional
components:

Figure A-1 Internal structure of CPS SCA36KTL-DO inverter with optional

components

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Bypass input terminal instructions:

1.

Remove the protection cover . (see Figure A-2)

2.

Use No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to remove the jumper busbar,

torque value of 1.6N.m. (see Figure A-3)

3.

Use No.2 Phillips head screwdriver to install the bypass input

terminals, 2sets or 1set, torque value of 1.6N.m.(see Figure A-5)

4.

Use No. 10 wrench to screw DC input cable on the bypass input

terminals, torque value of 6.0N.m.(see Figure A-6 )

5.

Reinstall the protection cover (see Figure A-7).

Figure A-2
Jumper busbar

Figure A-3
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Figure A-4(a)

Figure A-4(b)

Figure A-5(a)

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Figure A-5(b)

Figure A-6

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