User Guide For THEIA Central Inverters

User Guide
THEIA Central Inverters
Solar Grid-Tie Inverters 20kW to 500kW
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User Guide THEIA Central Inverters
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Table of Contents
1. General Information .................................................................... 5
Introduction ..................................................................................................... 5 Symbols Used ................................................................................................. 5 Applicability ..................................................................................................... 6
2. 3. 4. 5.
Contact Information .................................................................... 7 Limitation of Liability .................................................................. 8 Regulations and Safety Warnings ............................................. 9
Nominal Data ................................................................................................ 10
General Description of Inverter ................................................ 11

Basic Data on the Photovoltaic System ........................................................ 11 Description of the System ............................................................................. 12
Type ................................................................................................................ 12 Operating Conditions ...................................................................................... 12 Operating Modes............................................................................................. 12
Controls and Operating Mechanisms ............................................................ 13

Isolator Switches (DC input and AC output) .................................................... 13 Inverter ON/OFF Selector Switch ................................................................. 13 Emergency Power Off (EPO) push-button ...................................................... 14 LCD Control Panel .......................................................................................... 14
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Front Panel ................................................................................. 16

Flow Chart .................................................................................................... 17 Status LEDS ................................................................................................. 17 LED Bar ........................................................................................................ 18 Function Keys ............................................................................................... 18
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Managing the LCD Panel .......................................................... 19

Main Screen .................................................................................................. 19 Main Menus .................................................................................................. 19 Modifying the Operating Mode ...................................................................... 20
STAND-BY Mode ............................................................................................ 20 MANUAL CURRENT Mode ............................................................................. 20 MPPT mode .................................................................................................... 21
Measures Display ......................................................................................... 23 Statistics Display ........................................................................................... 24 Basic Diagnostics.......................................................................................... 25

Display of Alarm Histories ............................................................................... 26 List of Alarms and States ................................................................................ 27 Resetting the EPO Alarm ................................................................................ 28
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Programming of Parameters .................................................... 29

Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 31 Setting MPPT parameters (Advanced setting) ............................................. 31
MPPT Rate...................................................................................................... 31 Voltage Step.................................................................................................... 31
Setting Starting Voltage (Advanced Setting) ................................................ 32 Setting Stand-By Time (Advanced Setting) .................................................. 32 Setting Nightly Power Off (Advanced Setting) ............................................. 33 Setting Modbus Parameters (Advanced Setting) .......................................... 33 Setting Grid Tolerance (Advanced setting) .................................................. 34
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Grid Positive Tolerance .................................................................................. 34 Grid Negative Tolerance ................................................................................. 34
Other Parameters......................................................................................... 35 Resetting the System ................................................................................... 36 Deleting History Data (Advanced Setting) .................................................... 36 Resetting the Alarm History ......................................................................... 36
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System Information................................................................... 37
Information on Service ................................................................................. 38 Definition of Operating States ...................................................................... 40 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 42
10. Failures and Alarms .................................................................. 39 11. Maintenance .............................................................................. 49

Maintenance Programme ............................................................................. 49
Cleaning Ventilation Grills And Air Filters ....................................................... 50 Cleaning Control and Power Electronics ........................................................ 51 Checking Power Cable Terminals .................................................................. 51 Visual Check of Magnetic Parts ...................................................................... 51 Checking Fan Operation ................................................................................. 51 Checking Control Devices (DC and AC Isolators Switches) .......................... 52 Checking Protective Fuses ............................................................................. 52 Checking Generator Device ............................................................................ 52 Checking Surge Arresters ............................................................................... 52 Checking the Mechanical Parts of the Cabinet ............................................... 53
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1. General Information
Introduction
Thank you for choosing an Eltek Valere Renewable Energy product for the power conversion needs of your photovoltaic field. This section of manual contains general information on the symbols used in the THEIA Central Solar Inverter documentation. It also gives provides contact information and important notes concerning responsibility and liability.
Symbols Used
In order to minimise the risk to people and property, the following symbols have been used to indicate potential hazards and to highlight important information.
DANGER DANGER notices give characteristics and instructions that are fundamental for the safety of people. Ignoring these notices may cause severe injury or even death.
MAXIMUM ATTENTION MAXIMUM ATTENTION notices give characteristics and instructions that are fundamental for the safety of people. Ignoring these notices may cause injury.
WARNING WARNING notices give characteristics and instructions that are important for the protection of property. Ignoring these notices can lead to damage of materials.
NOTE NOTE notices give characteristics and instructions that are important for the operation of the device and to help ensure optimum performance.
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Applicability
The instructions given in this installation manual are applicable to the complete range of THEIA Central solar inverters, as indicated hereinafter. THEIA Central 20kW TX THEIA Central 20kW TL THEIA Central 30kW TX THEIA Central 30kW TL THEIA Central 50kW TX THEIA Central 50kW TL THEIA Central 100kW TX THEIA Central 100kW TL THEIA Central 150kW TL THEIA Central 200kW TL THEIA Central 250kW TL THEIA Central 350kW TL THEIA Central 500kW TL
Acronyms used TX indicates that there is an output transformer inside the inverter cabinet. TL indicates that there is no output transformer, which may be required to be provided separately in order for the inverter to interface correctly with the AC network.
Storing the Documentation This manual and all other product support documentation must be kept and, if possible, made accessible to the personnel in the immediate vicinity of the THEIA Central inverter.
Additional Information If the information given in this manual is not sufficiently exhaustive, please contact the device manufacturer, whose details are available in the Contacts section.
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2. Contact Information
For any information regarding the THEIA Central solar inverter, please contact Eltek Valere, whose headquarters are based at: Eltek Valere AS. Grterudveien 8 3036 Drammen Norway Phone: +47 3220 3200 Fax: +47 3220 3210 or any local Eltek Valere office or subsidiary, a list of which can be found at:
http://www.eltekvalere.com
For help with technical problems or for information concerning device use and maintenance, please contact Technical Support Services, specifying the following data: Type of device and its nominal power. Serial number Error code (if applicable)
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3. Limitation of Liability
All information contained in this documentation is the exclusive property of Eltek Valere AS. Prior written approval is required from Eltek Valere AS before any, or all, of this document may be reproduced or information contained within is disclosed. This manual constitutes an integral part of the product technical support documentation. Read the warnings contained in it carefully as they provide important indications concerning safe usage. The equipment must be exclusively used for the purposes for which it was expressly designed. Any other use is considered improper and therefore hazardous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for possible injury or damages arising from improper, erroneous or unreasonable usage. Eltek Valere AS assumes responsibility for the equipment in its original configuration only. Any intervention that alters the structure or operating cycle of the equipment must be carried out and authorised directly by Eltek Valere AS. Eltek Valere AS will not be held responsible for the consequences arising from the use of non-original spare parts. Eltek Valere AS reserves the right to make alterations and modifications to the documentation and to equipment without prior notice. Whenever typographical or other errors are found, the corrections will be included in new versions of the manual.
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4. Regulations and Safety Warnings

Danger of injury due to electric shock Always follow all safety instructions, in particular: all work on the equipment must be carried out by qualified personnel; only access internal components after having disconnected the device from its power supplies; always use specific protective devices for each type of activity; follow the instructions given in the manuals carefully;
Danger of injury due to device faults Faults on the THEIA Central inverter may result in potentially dangerous situations arising. Do not use the device if it is visibly damaged. Carry out maintenance work regularly in order to detect possible faults.
Possible damage to the device Before carrying out any work on the device, ensure that all precautions against electrostatic discharge that may damage the electronic part of the system have been taken.
Read the technical documentation Before installing and using the equipment, ensure that you have read and understood all the instructions contained in this manual and in the remaining supporting technical documentation.
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Nominal Data
The THEIA Central inverter has an identification plate displaying its nominal operating data. This plate is fixed to the inside of the door.
Figure 1 Example THEIA Central characteristics plate
Check the technical characteristics Before installing and turning on the inverter system, check that the technical characteristics are compatible with the photovoltaic field and AC supply network (or low-, or medium-voltage isolation transformer, if applicable).
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5. General Description of Inverter

Basic Data on the Photovoltaic System
Continual technical developments in industrialised countries and the fact that, very soon, even the most remote locations will have access to modern technologies, have given energy a key role in all aspects of life worldwide, whether social or industrial. Consequently, the ability to supply and produce energy while controlling the emissions of pollutants and protecting the environment has become a priority. Photovoltaic panels allow renewable energy such as solar energy to be converted into direct electrical energy (DC) by exploiting the photoelectric effect, namely the capacity that some semiconductors have, suitably doped, to generate electricity if exposed to light radiation. THEIA Central inverters enable the electrical distribution network to be supplied by using the energy produced from photovoltaic panels. The system may be equipped with a low-voltage transformer or connected a medium-voltage transformer for connection to the public distribution network by means of the appropriate interface devices.
Figure 2 Basic photovoltaic system layout
A photovoltaic system comprises: a photovoltaic generator which transforms the energy irradiated by the sun into DC electrical energy (1); an inverter that converts the direct current into alternating current (2); a device to interface with the electrical distribution network; a bidirectional energy meter (3)
A photovoltaic generator is formed by either a string (panels connected in series) or a field (several strings in parallel) so as to minimise installation costs. Thanks to the use of a bespoke Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT) system, the THEIA Central inverter is capable of extracting the maximum available power from the photovoltaic field, under all possible daylight exposure conditions.
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Description of the System

The THEIA Central inverter is made using IGBT technology, with a high switching frequency, to enable low distortion of the current injected into the distribution network. The components used guarantee high reliability, very high efficiency and ease of maintenance.
Type
The THEIA Central inverter is a three-phase inverter, with an isolated-neutral three-wire output (TL version inverter IT AC network) and a direct single input from a photovoltaic field. The inverter may also be supplied with an internal transformer, in which case the output is a four-wire output (TX version inverter TT AC network). The inverter can be manually disconnected on the input side, by means of an appropriate device. Similarly, the output can be manually disconnected, by means of an appropriate device, protected by fuses. The connection of the inverter to the distribution network occurs automatically, by means of a three-phase contactor, called a generator device.
Operating Conditions
During normal operation, the inverter behaves as a current generator and transfers active power from the photovoltaic field to the distribution network maximising the amount of energy taken (by means of the MPPT algorithm) and the power factor, and minimising harmonic distortion. In this way, maximum efficiency is obtained from the photovoltaic field under any operating conditions. If the internal or external interface protection is triggered, the inverter is automatically disconnected from the distribution network until the proper operating conditions are restored. During periods when no energy is provided by the photovoltaic field, the inverter automatically goes into standby, keeping only one electronic control section on. As soon as the PV energy is back to a sufficient level, the inverter starts up again and connects to the distribution network automatically to resume production.
Operating Modes
The inverters operating modes can be selected, from the front panel or the software remote interface, in the following modes: ON/OFF mode Constant Current mode MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) mode
For each of these modes, the inverter automatically starts up and connects to the distribution network, with all the protective devices on. For a more detailed description of the above-mentioned modes, refer to the Chapter on How to Use the Front Panel.
System Start-up Mode We strongly recommend that the Constant Current (Fixed Power) mode is used on initial startup, in order to assess whether the photovoltaic field is working efficiently.
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Controls and Operating Mechanisms

The controls and operating mechanisms of the THEIA Central inverter are described below: DC input isolator switch AC output isolator switch ON/OFF inverter switch Emergency Power Off (EPO) button LCD control panel
Check the level of staff training The THEIA Central inverter operating and control mechanisms must only be used by authorised personnel. We recommend that the level of training of staff responsible for use and maintenance of the system is checked.
Isolator Switches (DC input and AC output)

The isolator switches on the THEIA Central inverter are used to isolate the power part of the device from the photovoltaic field and from the AC network.
Do not handle isolator switches under load The system components undergo considerable stress if the DC and AC isolator switches are operated under load. We recommend that the isolator switches are operated when the inverter is off. Turn the inverter start selector switch to the OFF position. Handle the isolator switches.
Voltage present on terminals The isolator switches do not completely isolate the inverter, inside which voltage from the photovoltaic field and the AC network is still present on the terminals. Before carrying out any maintenance work on the equipment: Completely isolate the device by means of the external switches; Wait at least 5 minutes for the condensers to discharge.
Inverter ON/OFF Selector Switch

The ON/OFF selector switch enables the inverter to be switched on and off. When the selector is in the ON position, it enables the inverter to be switched on; if the irradiation conditions are enough to reach the minimum DC start voltage the system will come on automatically, otherwise it will remain on standby, consuming almost no power.
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Figure 3 Inverter Start Selector Switch
Emergency Power Off (EPO) push-button

The Emergency Power Off push-button is used to disconnect the THEIA Central inverter immediately from the AC network and also switches off the inverter. Once pressed, the button remains locked and can only be unlocked by rotating the knob, allowing the spring reset to return it to its original position.
Figure 4 Emergency Power Off (EPO) Button
Only push the button in the event of a real emergency The system components undergo considerable stress when the emergency stop button is pressed under load. Only use the emergency stop button in the event of a real emergency. Stop the device by means of the ON/OFF selector switch.
After unlocking, the inverter remains off and can only be switched on again by resetting the system from the front panel. The THEIA Central inverter also has two terminals (Eac1 & Eac2) to which a remote emergency stop contact is connected.
LCD Control Panel

The THEIA Central inverter control panel is used to: Check the devices operating parameters
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Check the alarms present Access the events log Display the operating statistics Change the operating parameters
The menu that enables parameters to be changed is protected by a password to prevent access by unauthorised personnel.
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6. Front Panel
The inverters front panel has a 2-line alphanumeric display plus 5 function keys and enables the status of the inverter to be fully monitored. The flow chart and status LEDs give an immediate idea of the devices operation and, together with the LED bar, make it easy to determine its operating status.
Figure 5 THEIA Central Inverter Front Panel
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Flow Chart
Figure 6 Flow Chart
GREEN ORANGE
Input voltage within operating range Input voltage present but not within tolerance limits Error on input voltage, excessive voltage, earth fault Input voltage not present or less than minimum operating threshold (Input) ICB switch closed and voltage within the operating range Inverter in operation Inverter fault Inverter off with no faults (Output) OCB switch closed AC network frequency and voltage OK AC network frequency and voltage fault AC network voltage below minimum threshold
LED 1
RED OFF
LED 2
GREEN GREEN
LED 3 LED 4 LED 5
RED OFF GREEN GREEN RED OFF
Status LEDS
Figure 7 Status LEDs
RUN TEST SERVICE STBY MPPT ON EPO
GREEN ORANGE ORANGE ORANGE GREEN RED
CPU in operation Device in TEST mode Technical Assistance required System on stand-by MPPT algorithm ON System stop by Emergency Power Off (EPO) button
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LED Bar
Figure 8 LED Bar
The LED bar gives an immediate indication of the percentage of power delivered by the machine, compared to the nominal power. Under MPPT operating conditions, the power delivered is a direct consequence of solar irradiation, namely the capacity of the photovoltaic field to produce energy. During Manual Current operation, the percentage of power may be altered manually; this mode is normally used when the device is first started and after a repair to the inverter or substantial changes to the photovoltaic field.
Function Keys
The front panel of the THEIA Central inverter has 5 keys, whose functions are shown in the following table: Key Assigned Functions + Scrolls the menus up Increases the values by one unit Selects a value Scrolls the menus down Decreases the values by one unit Selects a value Selects a menu Confirms the selection of a value Confirms the changes Mutes the buzzer (activated as a result of an alarm or fault) Returns to the previous menu Cancels a change Returns to the main screen
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7. Managing the LCD Panel

Main Screen
The main screen appears on the LCD panel when the inverter is operating normally (no alarms present). It shows the name of the device and the nominal power on the top line and three operating parameters on the bottom line which change cyclically every 5 seconds: Pnow: power fed into the network by THEIA Central inverter at the present moment Eday: energy produced by THEIA Central inverter during the current day Iout: current fed into the network by THEIA Central inverter at the present moment
Pressing one of the two or keys accesses navigation from which it is possible to access all the panel functions. You can return to the main screen by using the function keys as described in the preceding paragraph; this also happens automatically after 5 minutes if no alarms are active on the system. THEIA TL Pnow 250 kW 112 kW THEIA TL Eday 5 sec
5 sec
250 kW 687 kWh 5 sec
THEIA TL Iout 215
250 kW 214 215 A
Main Menus
THEIA TL MODE 250 kW Operating mode of the device
THEIA TL 250 kW MEASURES THEIA TL 250 kW STATISTICS THEIA TL 250 kW DIAGNOSTIC
Current and voltage measures of the device
Statistics relating to the operating hours and energy produced Operating status of the device, alarms and alarm log, if applicable
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THEIA TL 250 kW SETTINGS THEIA TL INFO 250 kW
Programming the THEIA Central inverters operating parameters General information on the device
Modifying the Operating Mode

The MODE menu is structured as follows:
Figure 9 MEASURES Menu Structure
The MODE menu enables modifications to be made to the operating status of the device in order to carry out checks and tests.
Possible loss of efficiency of the device Incorrect setting of the operating mode may have a negative impact on the efficiency of the device and cause severe stresses on the photovoltaic panels.
Three different operating modes can be selected: MPPT MANUAL CURRENT STAND-BY
The factory default setting is MPPT.
STAND-BY Mode
In STAND-BY mode the inverter works in parallel with the network with minimum transfer of power from the photovoltaic field to the network itself. This operating mode can usefully be applied to achieve a momentary reduction in transfer of energy from the photovoltaic field to carry out checks or measurements.
MANUAL CURRENT Mode

In MANUAL CURRENT mode it is possible to set, from the display, the quantity of energy to be transferred to the AC network, defined as a percentage of the rated power of the inverter.
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System start-up mode It is strongly recommended that Manual Current (Fixed Power) mode is used on initial startup, in order to assess effective operation of the photovoltaic field.
If this mode is selected and confirmed, the menu automatically accesses the setting the current setpoint procedure. On the first line of the menu, the percentage value currently set is displayed, and on the second line the parameter can be modified. CURRENT: 20 % (5x) CURRENT: 45 % 14 A 20 % The parameter is modified, and the modification is confirmed by pressing the (ENTER) key 14 A 20 % The value on the second line is ready for modification. The increase or decrease is done in steps of 5%.
CURRENT: 45 %
33 A 45 %
The inverter is now in the operating conditions required by the operator
MPPT mode
The THEIA Central inverter range uses an advanced MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) algorithm, tested in the field, with a control system enabling monitoring of maximum power. The maximum power voltage point of the photovoltaic field can vary due to the changes in the irradiation and surface temperature of the photovoltaic panels. The take-off point of maximum power can thus vary considerably on the V-I characteristic of the photovoltaic field in a few seconds. The algorithm calculates the power supplied at determined intervals and moves the take-off point of the photovoltaic field in order to transfer the maximum power available to the grid at that moment.
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Figure 10 Modification to take-off point of the photovoltaic field
Figure 11 Response of MPPT algorithm to variations in field
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Measures Display
The MEASURES menu is structured as follows:
Figure 12 MEASURES Menu Structure
Submenu PV
Data Displayed Photovoltaic field voltage Photovoltaic field current Network voltage (1) (2) Instantaneous current fed into the network Network frequency Inverter voltage (1) (2)
(3)
Accuracy 1V 1A 1V 1V 1A 1V 1A 0.01 Hz 100 W
GRID
INVERTER POWER
(1) (2) (3)
Inverter current
(3)
Inverter frequency Instantaneous power fed into the network

Voltage measurements are always taken between phase and neutral The three voltages are displayed on one screen in the form xxx yyy zzz V The three line currents are displayed on one screen in the form xxx yyy zzz A
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Statistics Display
The STATISTICS MENU is structured as follows:
Figure 13 STATISTICS menu structure
Sub-menu DAILY MONTHLY ANNUAL TOTAL
Data displayed Hours of operation divided by day Energy produced divided by day Hours of operation divided by month Energy produced divided by month Hours of operation divided by year Energy produced divided by year Hours of operation from the date of installation Energy produced from the date of installation
The first statistic displayed is that relating to operating time. DAILY STS : 25-06-09 DAILY STS : 24-06-09 9/0009 10 : 15 h 8/0009 12 : 22 h Display of operating time (final date stored in memory) Press the key to scroll the menu and move back to the previous event (in order of time)
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Press the
(ENTER) key to select the statistic relating to energy produced. DAILY STS : dd-mm-yy x/YYYY Hours
DAILY STS : dd-mm-yy
x/YYYY Energy
The first data item displayed is the last in order of time; a new data item automatically shifts the others by one position and deletes the oldest event. The volume of data stored in memory is displayed on the first line (x/YYYY), which records the data item displayed at the time (position in the list) and the total number of data stored in memory respectively. The maximum number of data that can be stored in memory for each statistic enables approximately four years of the device history (see Table below). Statistic Daily Monthly Annual Format dd/mm/yy (e.g. 25-06-09) mm/yy (e.g. 06-09) yyyy (e.g. 2009) Max. N of data items 1600 50 5
Basic Diagnostics
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu it is possible to display the current operating status of the device and access event histories, in line with the following structure.
Figure 14 DIAGNOSTICS menu structure
Sub-menu ALARMS - STATES HISTORY
Data displayed Alarms present and operating status Event histories
The LCD panel provides automatic access to the ALARMS STATES menu whenever an alarm is detected; the acoustic, when enabled, is activated to indicate that a fault has occurred. Inhibition is selected by pressing button (BUZZER).
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<ALARMS STATES> Alarm/status nr. 1 <ALARMS STATES> Last alarm/status
Display of first alarm present (if there are no operating status alarms displays present)
Press the key to scroll the menu and move on to the next alarm/status (in alphabetical order)
Automatic cancellation of alarms If an alarm is activated and the conditions that initiated it are then eliminated, cancellation is automatic, as is re-starting of the system.
Display of Alarm Histories

All events are recorded in the alarm history. <DIAGNOSTIC> HISTORY
HISTORY Alarm code
xxx/YYY Date/time
The first event displayed is the last in order of time; a new event automatically shifts the others by one position and deletes the oldest event. The volume of events stored in memory is displayed on the first line (xxx/YYY), which records the data item displayed at that moment (position in the list) and the total number of data items stored in memory (maximum number is 200) respectively. An asterisk indicates automatic reset of the alarm. HISTORY 001/015 A3 * 26-06-09 06:55 Last event stored in memory (in order of time) E.g.: automatic reset of alarm A3 Insufficient PV voltage
HISTORY 002/015 A3 25-06-09 19:45
Immediately preceding event E.g.: alarm A3 Insufficient PV voltage
HISTORY 015/015 A18 15-06-09 12:49
First event stored in memory (in order of time)
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List of Alarms and States

ALARMS A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A21 A22 A23 A24 A25 A26 A27 A28 A29 A30 COMMON ALARM PV OVERVOLTAGE PV UNDERVOLTAGE ASYMMETRIC VDC EARTH PROTECTION FUSES BLOWN ERROR LOOP V MAX CURR PROT PLL FAIL MAXMIN VDC PROT CPU FAULT HIGH TEMPERATURE PRIM FANS FAIL OUTPUT DISCONN FAULT K1 OCB OPEN INV OVERVOLTAGE GRID OUT OF TOL EPO PRESSED EEPROM ERROR FIRMWARE ERROR INV BLOCKED SUPPRES FAULT EXT INTERF PROT DESATURATION OUT DC CURRENT GRID MON FAULT OUT FUSES BLOWN INP FUSES BLOWN INV OVERCURRENT STATUS S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 PV FIELD OK GRID OK INVERTER OK INV SYNCHRONIZED MPPT ON SYSTEM STAND-BY SYSTEM MANUAL SYSTEM IN TEST DERATING ON
Display and alarm registration procedures On accessing the ALARM STATES menu, the states are always displayed in ascending order. Alarms are displayed when they occur and can be inhibited with the buzzer. The alarms remain visible until present and are recorded automatically in the event history, with the date and time.
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Resetting the EPO Alarm

In case the local or remote emergency power off switch (EPO) is operated, the LCD display automatically shows a warning message. Through the display indications it is possible to reset the alarm and re-start the system. EPO PRESSED RESET EPO?
EPO PRESSED RELEASE EPO SWITCH
This window is shown in case the EPO switch has not been released
RESET EPO ? NO (1x) RESET EPO ? YES
The value on the second line is ready for modification
The parameter is modified and the modification is confirmed by pressing the (ENTER) key
THEIA TL Pnow
250 kW 0 kW
The system re-starts automatically
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8. Programming of Parameters
Some of the operating parameters of the THEIA Central inverter can be set from the SETTINGS menu, which is structured as follows:
Figure 15 SETTINGS menu structure
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Sub-menu CLOCK
Programmable data System date and time Time interval for calculating the MPPT algorithm Voltage step of MPPT algorithm Setting the minimum voltage for inverter start-up
MPPT
PV VOLTAGE START
STAND-BY TIME
Wait time for start-up of inverter
NIGHTLY POWER OFF
Setting the night shutdown threshold MODBUS parameters (address of the device, Baud rate, etc.) Enabling / disabling acoustic alarm indication
MODBUS
BUZZER
LANGUAGE
Setting the display language
INSTALLATION DATE
Setting the device installation date
RESET
Reset of certain blocking conditions (e.g. EPO)
RESET HISTORY
Reset of event history Setting the positive and negative grid voltage thresholds.
GRID TOLERANCE
Password protected access The SETTINGS menu is protected by two factory-set passwords to prevent access by unauthorized personnel, a USER password and a SERVICE password. It is advisable to minimise disclosure of the access passwords. Modifications to operating parameters by logging in with the SERVICE password (advanced settings) may be potentially hazardous to the device itself and for the photovoltaic field.
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Setting the Date and Time

The date and time can be set from the CLOCK menu. <CLOCK> DD-MM-YY hh : mm The individual digits are modified using the arrow keys ( / ) and confirmed with the (ENTER) key
Setting the current date and time correctly Correct setting of the date and time is a key requirement for recording event histories.
Setting MPPT parameters (Advanced setting)

Some MPPT algorithm parameters are configurable by the operator based on the installation characteristics, in order to maximise performance.
MPPT Rate
This parameter configures the time interval (in seconds) in which the MPPT algorithm calculates the power differentials. The first line of the menu displays the value currently set, and in the second line the parameter can be modified. MPPT RATE : 05.0 05.0 The individual figures can be changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and confirmed with the (ENTER) key
Possible instability of the system or loss of efficiency Low MPPR RATE values may generate errors in monitoring maximum power, and hence in the energy produced. High MMPT RATE values can result in loss of power transferred due to delays in monitoring under different conditions.
Voltage Step
This represents variations in voltage (in Volts) set by the MPPT algorithm between the take-off points of the photovoltaic field, on which the calculation of power variation is based. VOLTAGE STEP : 010 10 The individual figures are changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and are confirmed with the (ENTER) key
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The MPPT parameters are set at factory defaults levels, but may be set within a clearly defined range, as shown in the Table below. Parameter MPPT RATE VOLTAGE STEP Default 5s 10 V Range 1 . 100 s 1 . 20 V
Setting Starting Voltage (Advanced Setting)

The starting voltage represents the PV fields minimum voltage level to which the inverter is allowed to start. It can also be defined as the tolerance threshold of the photovoltaic field when the voltage rises after a minimum voltage alarm (see figure).
Figure 16 Inverter start-up conditions
PV V START: 650 V Parameter PV V START
650
The individual figures are changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and are confirmed with the (ENTER) key Range 450.. 750 V
Default 650 V
Setting Stand-By Time (Advanced Setting)

The stand-by time represents the interval of time between the return of the photovoltaic field voltage to tolerance values and start-up of the inverter, expressed in seconds. Likewise, this parameter has to be adjusted during installation, based on the capacity of the panels to produce current at a faster or slower rate on reinstatement of the minimum light conditions.
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STAND-BY TIME : 180
180
The individual figures are changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and are confirmed with the (ENTER) key
During start-up of the system, as soon as the microprocessor control identifies that the voltage of the photovoltaic field is within tolerance values, the inverter assumes stand-by status for the time set and the LCD panel displays a warning box. PV OK : 2 : 59 s Press ENTER to skip The countdown process (stand-by) can be interrupted by pressing the immediately with start-up of the inverter. Parameter STAND-BY TIME Default 180 s Range 1 . 900 s key and then proceeding
Setting Nightly Power Off (Advanced Setting)

The nightly power off threshold represents the minimum power, below which the inverter is turned off; the shutdown is delayed 3 minutes. Such condition normally occurs before the sunset, when the solar radiation decreases constantly. It may also occur during particular darkness conditions (thunderstorms or heavy cloud covering); in such a case the inverter re-starts automatically when the optimal operating conditions are restored. PERC OF POWER : 02.5 Parameter NIGHTLY POWER OFF 2.5% The individual figures are changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and are confirmed with the (ENTER) key Range 1 . 10 %
Default 2,5 %
Setting Modbus Parameters (Advanced Setting)

The parameters relevant to the communication through RS485 support (Modbus protocol) can be set inside the MODBUS menu. Modbus address Transmission speed (Baud Rate) Stop bits and parity of the data packet 202 The individual figures are changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and are confirmed with the (ENTER) key
MODBUS ADDRESS: 202
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Parameter MODBUS ADDRESS BAUD RATE : 9600 Parameter BAUD RATE
Default 1 9600
Range 1 . 247 The value is changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and is confirmed with the (ENTER) key Range 9600 19200 The value is changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and is confirmed with the (ENTER) key Range 2 / NONE 1 / ODD 1 / EVEN
Default 9600
BIT :
2 2
PARITY
NO NO Default
Parameter STOP BIT AND PARITY
2 / NONE
Setting Grid Tolerance (Advanced setting)

The grid tolerance (positive and negative thresholds) can be set by the operator according to the grid characteristics.
Grid Positive Tolerance

This parameter configures the grid voltage upper threshold. The first line of the menu displays the value currently set, and in the second line the parameter can be modified. GRID POS TOL : 10 10 % The individual figures can be changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and confirmed with the (ENTER) key
Grid Negative Tolerance

This parameter configures the grid voltage lower threshold. The first line of the menu displays the value currently set, and in the second line the parameter can be modified. GRID NEG TOL : 10 10 % The individual figures can be changed using the arrow keys ( / ) and confirmed with the (ENTER) key
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Other Parameters
The table below shows the other parameters that can be programmed using the SETTINGS menu, together with the settable range of values. Parameter BUZZER Default ENABLED Range ENABLED DISABLED ITALIAN GERMAN FRENCH ENGLISH PORTUGUESE SPANISH 01-01-2000 . 31-12-2099 /
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
INSTALLATION DATE (ADVANCED setting)
00-00-00
The procedure for changing the parameters is the same as for all others, using the arrow keys ( ) to increment the figures and the key to confirm the selection.
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Resetting the System

The THEIA Central inverter is equipped with internal protection features which cut off the inverter, and consequently shut-off the current supply to the AC network. The system can be unlocked and a controlled restart of the inverter initialised by using the RESET menu. START RESET ? NO (1x) START RESET ? YES The parameter is modified and the modification is confirmed by pressing the (ENTER) key The value on the second line is ready for modification
THEIA TL Pnow
250 kW 65 kW
The system implements the reset and returns to the main screen
The blocking conditions dictating a manual reset are as follows: Deployment of the de-saturation sensor of the inverter bridge (alarm A8) Blocking of inverter due to anomaly (alarm A22)
Deleting History Data (Advanced Setting)

History data stored in the memory can be deleted using the SETTINGS menu.
Resetting the Alarm History

Access the HISTORY RESET menu. RESET HISTORY ? NO (1x) RESET HISTORY ? YES The parameter is modified, and the modification is confirmed by pressing the (ENTER) key The value in the second line is ready for modification
THEIA TL Pnow
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The system implements the reset of the alarm history and returns to the main screen
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9. System Information
The INFO menu provides general information on the THEIA Central inverter, in line with the structure shown below.
Figure 17 Structure of INFO menu
All of the data shown inside the various boxes are factory set using a dedicated interface software program and can only be modified by personnel authorized to do so by Eltek Valere. The only parameters than can be modified are the MODBUS settings (see SETTINGS menu).
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Sub-menu NAME
Data displayed Device name
POWER
Rated output power
SERIAL NUMBER
Serial number of device assigned by manufacturer Serial number assigned by OEM distributor where applicable Position of the inverter in operation in parallel (optional feature) MODBUS address of the device and communication parameters (Baud rate, word length, stop bit, parity) Company name General information Versions of firmware installed on board the two system CPUs Date of installation of the device, set via the SETTINGS menu
OEM SERIAL NUMBER
PARALLEL DEVICE
MODBUS
SERVICE
FIRMWARE VERSION
INSTALLATION DATE
Information on Service
The SERVICE menu is split into two sub-menus which provide important information and technical assistance for the THEIA Central inverter Sub-menu COMPANY Data displayed Name of company responsible for providing assistance on the device General information relating to contact (Telephone N, Fax N, e-mail, etc.)
GENERAL INFO
The information in both menus is displayed by a text string of maximum 60 characters which scroll in the second line of the display. Reference can also be made to the addresses and contact numbers given in this manual.
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10. Failures and Alarms

As stated in preceding sections, the system is equipped with basic diagnostics enabling an immediate display of the operating conditions. In the event of an alarm, the inverter may disconnects momentarily from the AC network until the cause that generated the stop is resolved. The LCD panel immediately displays the alarm screen and the acoustic indicator is activated (if enabled). Each box then displays the alphanumeric code of the alarm and a brief description of the alarm. <ALARMS STATES> A3 PV UNDERVOLTAGE (1x) <ALARMS STATES> A14 OUTPUT DISCONN By scrolling the menu, the other alarms present are displayed The display shows the alarms in chronological order.
<ALARMS STATES> S2 GRID OK
After the final alarm, the system jumps to the operating status display
Risk of injury due to electric shock Before proceeding with any work on the THEIA Central inverter, be sure to comply with all safety instructions: Any work on the equipment must be carried out by qualified personnel; The internal components should only be accessed once the device has been disconnected from the power supply; Always use special protective equipment for all types of work; Follow the instructions given in the manuals carefully; In case of doubt or if a problem cannot be resolved, contact Eltek Valere immediately.
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Definition of Operating States

Status Description Operating state Status Description Operating state Status Description Operating state Status Description Operating state Status Description Operating state S1 PV FIELD OK The voltage of the photovoltaic field is within the operating range. The inverter is OK to start up; if the start-up selector switch is in the ON position, the system initiates the start up procedure. S2 GRID OK The voltage and frequency of the AC network are within the operating range. The network device (output contactor) is OK to close and connect the inverter in parallel with the AC network. S3 INVERTER OK The voltage and frequency of the inverter are within the operating range. The inverter is ready to supply current to the network.
S4 INV SYNCHRONISED The inverter is synchronised with the AC network.. The synchronisation system is linked to the network frequency which the inverter attains as soon as it has started up. S5 MPPT ON The MPPT algorithm is activated. The inverter supplies current, looking for maximum transfer of power from the photovoltaic field, in accordance with the parameters set by the algorithm. S6 SYSTEM STAND-BY
Status Description Operating state Status Description Operating state
The inverter is in stand-by mode. The inverter is in parallel with the AC network with negligible transfer of power. S7 SYSTEM MANUAL The inverter is in manual control mode. The inverter is in parallel with the AC network. Control of the output current and hence transfer of power is handled manually via the LCD panel.
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Status Description Operating state
S8 SYSTEM IN TEST The inverter is in TEST mode. The inverter is switched off pending operator instructions. To use this mode, suitable interface software is required, only issued to trained and qualified personnel to provide technical assistance. S9 DERATING ON The inverter is supplying power at a reduced rate. The inverter is operating in parallel with the AC network. If the temperature of the heat-sink rises above 75C (value set using interface software) the control system starts up the fans and reduces the power supplied until the temperature stabilises at a lower value (set value 2C). At this point the control system increases the output power (if the photovoltaic field permits this), checking the temperature at the same time. If the temperature remains below the set value, the MPPT algorithm is reactivated, otherwise the system changes back to DERATING ON status.
Status Description Operating state
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Troubleshooting
Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions A1 COMMON ALARM Cumulative alarm. At least one alarm is present.
1. Check which alarms are present and implement the procedures stated. A2 PV OVERVOLTAGE The input voltage (photovoltaic field) measured by the system is higher than the maximum admissible threshold. Error in photovoltaic field design (maximum effective voltage too high). Possible measuring circuit fault.
1. Check the effective value of the DC voltage. If the voltage falls outside the range check the design calculation data of the photovoltaic field. 2. Check the value of the DC voltage measured by the inverter. 3. Restart the device. 4. If the alarm persists, contact the Service Department. A3 PV UNDERVOLTAGE The input voltage (photovoltaic field) measured by the system is lower than the admissible minimum threshold. Solar radiation insufficient to guarantee the minimum voltage level. Possible measuring circuit fault.
Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions
1. Check the effective value of the measured DC voltage. If the voltage falls outside the range wait until solar radiation increases. 2. Check the value of the DC voltage measured by the inverter. 3. Restart the device. 4. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A4 ASYMMETRIC VDC The voltage values measured on the DC capacitors (positive and negative in relation to centre point) are different. Possible measuring circuit fault. Possible anomaly on DC capacitors
1. Restart the device. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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Alarm Description
A5 EARTH PROT The system has detected an earth leakage. The indication comes from the external earth fault sensor, which has an alarm contact connected to terminals X10-1 / X10-2. 1. 2. 3. 4. The insulation resistance of the photovoltaic field is lower than the set limit value. Check the photovoltaic field for earth leakage. If there is a loss of insulation, check strings for absence of load. Check operation of the earth fault sensor. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
Possible causes Solutions
A6 FUSES BLOWN Failure of AC protection fuses. 1. 2. 3. 4. Output over-current. Check the fuses and the status of the melting indicator. Replace any fuses that have failed. Re-start the system. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
A7 ERROR LOOP V The control system is unable to minimise the voltage differential between the inverter and the AC network. Instability of the AC voltage. Failure of the control system.
1. Check the stability of the AC network voltage 2. Re-start the system. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A8 MAX CURR PROT The control system has detected an over-current at the inverter bridge input. Failure of the inverter bridge Temporary current peak.
1. Re-start the system. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A9 PLL FAIL Anomaly in the frequency control system. Internal fault. Control system fault.
1. Re-start the system. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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A10 MAXMIN VDC PROT Actuation of the safety sensor due to sudden variations in the DC input voltage. Fault in the photovoltaic field.
1. Check the individual strings of the photovoltaic field. 2. Re-start the system. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A11 CPU FAULT Microcontroller fault. Internal fault. Fault in microprocessor communications bus. Wrong software used.
1. Check the presence of alarms A20 and A21 and implement corresponding procedures accordingly. 2. Re-start the system. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A12 HIGH TEMP High temperature on heat sink of inverter bridge. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fault on heat sink cooling fans. Room or cooling air temperature too high. Check operation of the fans. Clean the ventilation grilles and any air filters. Check the air-conditioning system (where present). If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
A13 PRIM FANS FAIL The fan monitoring card has detected a fault. Heat sink cooling fan fault.
1. Check fan operation. 2. Replace any defective fans. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A14 OUTPUT DISCONN The inverter is disconnected from the AC network. Output isolator switch open. Network device (output contactor) open.
1. Check the status of the output isolator switch and the contactor. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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A15 FAULT K1 Inconsistency between the operating status of the machine and the status of the output contactor. Fault on output contactor or auxiliary relay.
1. Check operation of contactor K1 and the auxiliary relay. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A16 OCB OPEN The output isolator is open. Output isolator open.
1. Check the status of the output isolator. 2. Check operation of the auxiliary contact of the isolator. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A17 INV OVERVOLTAGE The inverter output voltage is too high. Rapid variations due to the AC network. Control system fault.
1. Check the stability of the AC network voltage. 2. Re-start the system. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A18 GRID OUT OF TOL Voltage or frequency of the AC network outside the tolerance range. Instability or absence of the AC network.
1. Check the connections to the AC network. 2. Check the stability of the AC network voltage. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A19 EPO PRESSED The system is locked out due to actuation of the emergency stop button. Actuation of the emergency stop button (local or remote).
1. Release the emergency stop and reset the alarm. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions Alarm Description Possible causes Solutions
A20 EEPROM ERROR The controller has registered an error in the parameters stored in memory in E2PROM. Wrong parameters set during programming.
1. Contact the Service Department. A21 FIRMWARE ERROR The controller has detected incompatibilities in the control software. Software update not implemented correctly.
1. Contact the Service Department. A22 INV BLOCKED The inverter is blocked due to an operating fault. Various
1. Reset the alarm. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A23 SUPPRES FAULT Activation of the surge arresters. Atmospheric discharge.
1. Check the surge arrester and replace if necessary. 2. Check and replace the fuse(s) of the surge arresters where necessary 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A24 EXT INTERF PROT The system is blocked following actuation of the external interface protection, which has indicator contacts connected to terminals X10-1 / X10-2. Instability or absence of the AC network.
Alarm Description
Possible causes Solutions
1. Check the status of the external interface protection. 2. Check the stability of the AC network voltage. 3. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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A25 DESATURATION The system is blocked due to actuation of the de-saturation sensor of the IGBT drivers. Inverter bridge fault.
1. Re-start the system. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A26 OUT DC CURRENT The control system has detected a continuous component in the output current. Control system fault.
1. Re-start the system. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department. A27 GRID MON FAULT AC mains monitoring system fault (only if the external interface protection is installed). 1. 2. 3. 4. External monitoring device fault. Control system fault. Check the external monitoring device. Verify the acquisition of the measures by the control logic. Re-start the system. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
A28 OUT FUSES BLOWN (only for 20kW, 30kW, and 50kW) Failure of AC protection fuses. 1. 2. 3. 4. Output over-current. Check the fuses and the status of the melting indicator. Replace any fuses that have failed. Re-start the system. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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A29 INP FUSES BLOWN (only for 20kW, 30kW, and 50kW) Failure of DC protection fuses. 1. 2. 3. 4. Input over-current. Check the fuses and the status of the melting indicator. Replace any fuses that have failed. Re-start the system. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
A30 INV OVERCURRENT Inverter output overcurrent. Control system fault.
1. Re-start the system. 2. If the alarm persists contact the Service Department.
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11. Maintenance
Some parts of the THEIA Central inverter require scheduled preventive maintenance to guarantee the efficiency, safety and operational life of the converter. Maintenance activities also include checking and, if necessary, preventive replacement of components most subject to wear and ageing during operation.
Danger of injury due to electrical shock Check that the device is switched off and disconnected from the DC and AC power sources. Should it be necessary to perform checks while the equipment is live, take the greatest care possible and use appropriate protective equipment.
Use qualified personnel only Failure to perform the maintenance programme or carrying out of the programme by unqualified personnel seriously compromises the reliability and safety of the equipment. It is recommended that you use only qualified personnel authorised by Eltek Valere for all routine and special maintenance operations.
Maintenance Programme
The following table shows the maintenance programme, including the recommended intervals for each operation. For particularly dirty environments, an increase in the frequency of checks is recommended. Recommended interval 6 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months 12 months
Description of operation Cleaning the ventilation grills and air filters Cleaning the control and power electronics Checking power cable tightness Visual check of magnetic parts Checking ventilator operation Checking the control devices (DC and AC isolators) Checking the protective fuses Checking the generator device operation Checking the surge arresters Checking the mechanical parts of the cabinet
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Test software It is only possible to perform a reliable inspection and to check that the system is working at full efficiency by using a software programme that is the exclusive property of Eltek Valere. This programme may be used by authorised, qualified Eltek Valere personnel only. It is not possible to fully guarantee the effectiveness of operations carried out unless they are checked using this tool.
Cleaning Ventilation Grills And Air Filters

The THEIA Central inverter is designed to be mounted against walls. The ventilation grills are therefore located on the front (air inlet) and top (air outlet) of the cabinet only. The diagram below shows one type of mechanical cabinet.
Figure 18 THEIA Central inverter ventilation grills
If only dust is present, use a brush. A vacuum cleaner or compressed air may also be used. In the latter case, take care not to direct the air jet into the cabinet.
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Cleaning Control and Power Electronics

The control electronics are located on the inner panel of the door. The entire power section is fitted onto the front of the inner plate of the assembly. 1. Use a brush to remove any dust deposits from the circuit board. 2. Compressed air may be used to remove dirt from the heat sink and from the power components.
Checking Power Cable Terminals

1. Check the terminals of all power cables and, if necessary, tighten them correctly. 2. Check for the presence of elements which may have a corrosive or damaging effect (clamps, terminals, etc.) and replace as necessary.
Visual Check of Magnetic Parts

1. Check the terminals of all associated cables and, if necessary, tighten them correctly. 2. Run a visual check on the state of the connections. 3. Look out for any variations in colour of the insulation around the magnetic parts. 4. If any anomalies are detected, arrange further electrical checks.
Checking Fan Operation

The fans installed in the THEIA Central inverter are automatically monitored while the inverter is in operation; otherwise, they are not able to ensure maximum reliability during use. In the absence of any failure signals from the inverter's control panel, check the component noise level only. Fans emitting occasional metallic noises must be replaced as soon as possible as this indicates the deterioration of the rotating parts.
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Checking Control Devices (DC and AC Isolators Switches)

In general the control devices do not require maintenance, only a check on the state of the power connections.
Do not handle isolator switches under load The system components undergo considerable stress if the DC and AC isolator switches are handled when under load. We recommend that the isolator switches are handled only when the inverter is switched off. Turn the inverter start dial to the OFF position. Operate the isolators.
1. Look out for any variations in colour of the power contacts and for signs of corrosion. 2. Clean and, if necessary, replace any damaged connections.
Checking Protective Fuses

In the event that a fuse interrupts the circuit, this is indicated on the front panel of the THEIA Central inverter by the relevant warning signal on the device. Should a failure be indicated, replace the fuse. In the absence of any failure, run a visual check on the state of the component. 1. Check for of any signs of corrosion or mechanical deterioration. 2. Replace any components showing signs of deterioration on the power contacts.
Checking Generator Device

The generator consists of a contactor located at the inverter output, upstream of the manual output isolator switch. The contactor may only be checked using the appropriate command and check software. In the event of sub-standard operation, replace the component.
Checking Surge Arresters

In the event that the surge arresters activate, this is indicated on the front panel of the THEIA Central inverter by the relevant warning signal on the device. Proceed with a visual check of the devices, checking the status window indicator on the device itself.
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Figure 19 Surge arresters
1. Check the colour displayed inside the window indicator. 2. If the indicator is red or partially red ("in reserve" function in AC surge arrestors) replace the component. 3. If the operation of the surge arrestor is not indicated on the front of the assembly, replace the indicator contact fitted on the surge arrestors.
The "in reserve" function Under the "in reserve" function, the indicator contact moves to the failure position, immediately informing the operator that there is a problem. Protection is guaranteed, however, thanks to the 2 stage intervention system.
Checking the Mechanical Parts of the Cabinet

The mechanical parts of the cabinet must be inspected to prevent deterioration due to environmental factors.
Locks and hinges
1. Check that the lock fastens correctly by opening and closing the door. If it is difficult to open the lock, check for corroded or damaged parts in the lock and clean or fully replace.
2. Check for any signs of rust or deterioration of the hinges and ensure that the door moves easily.
Trim
If any damage is detected, replace the relevant part. If the door is stiff, apply a suitable lubricant to all moving parts.
1. Check the state of the trim inside the door for damage. If any damage is detected outside the area in contact with the door frame, the tightness of the door may still be considered good. If the damage is located on contact areas, replace the trim.
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Controls and Operating Mechanisms ............................................................ 13

Front Panel ................................................................................. 16

Managing the LCD Panel .......................................................... 19

Programming of Parameters .................................................... 29

Grid Positive Tolerance .................................................................................. 34 Grid Negative Tolerance ................................................................................. 34

10. Failures and Alarms .................................................................. 39 11. Maintenance .............................................................................. 49

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Figure 1 Example THEIA Central characteristics plate

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Figure 2 Basic photovoltaic system layout

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Controls and Operating Mechanisms

Isolator Switches (DC input and AC output)

Inverter ON/OFF Selector Switch

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Figure 3 Inverter Start Selector Switch

Emergency Power Off (EPO) push-button

Figure 4 Emergency Power Off (EPO) Button

LCD Control Panel

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Figure 5 THEIA Central Inverter Front Panel

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Figure 6 Flow Chart

LED 3 LED 4 LED 5

RED OFF GREEN GREEN RED OFF

Figure 7 Status LEDs

RUN TEST SERVICE STBY MPPT ON EPO

GREEN ORANGE ORANGE ORANGE GREEN RED

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