Inverter @1500KW Specs

Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter
Utility-Scale Photovoltaic Inverter

Installation and Operation
User Manual
Effective October 2014
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Target Audience
This manual describes the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Eaton Power Xpert
Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverters. This manual is intended for professionals working in the
photovoltaic industry. The information provided will enable Architects, Consultants,
Contractors, Engineers, Solar Integrators, and Utilities to successfully specify, order,
design-in, install, commission, operate, and maintain the inverter.
This equipment, its installation, operation, and maintenance is intended for qualified
personnel who are licensed and trained for electrical-power systems ranging to 35 kV volts
AC, and 1000 volts DC. This manual addresses the inverter specific input DC and output
AC voltages.
Product Usage
Eaton Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is intended for conversion of
photovoltaic-module energy into alternating-current for grid-tie applications. Usage
other than as intended is prohibited, voiding the warranty and certification.
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Table of Contents
DEFINITIONS, SAFETY, AND LIMITATIONS
Read these Instructions FIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Save These Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Definitions and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
POWER XPERT SOLAR 1500/1670 KW INVERTER

Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Information and Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Inverter Overview and Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Major Components and Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Delivery Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unloading and Moving Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Clearance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Anchoring Requirements—Concrete Pad and Seismic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DC Input Fuse Options—Re-Combiner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
DC Circuit Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Inverter AC Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Neutral and Equipment Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Phase Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Grounding Conductors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Grounding Electrode Terminal and Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Positive-Ground Photovoltaic Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
INVERTER OPERATION
Pre-Commission Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Energize and Operation Procedure: Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
De-Energize Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Interactive Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operational States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying Inverter Faults and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Inverter Response to Faults and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Troubleshooting Ground-Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
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Table of Contents, continued

GLOSSARY
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
APPENDIX A
Power Xpert Solar Electrical, Mechanical and Equipment Specifications . . . . . 65
APPENDIX B
Flex Bus Kit: Throat Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
APPENDIX C
Step-Up Transformer Sensor Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
APPENDIX D
Torque Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
APPENDIX E
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
APPENDIX F
Enclosure Lifting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
APPENDIX G
Customer External Load-Power Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
APPENDIX H
Maintenance Schedule Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
APPENDIX J
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
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List of Figures
Figure 1. Symbols and Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Figure 2. DANGER—WARNING—CAUTION—NOTICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Figure 3. Power Xpert Solar Inverter Rating Label (Typical) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Figure 4. Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Figure 5. Major Components Diagram: Inverter and Step-Up Transformer . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 6. Power Xpert Solar Inverter with Step-Up Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 7. Power Xpert Solar: Inverter Power Module and Power Stacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 8. Schematic of the Ventilation-Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Figure 9. Mounting of Lifting Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Figure 10. Mounting of Cover Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Figure 11. Inverter Transport by Lift Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Figure 12. Inverter Transport by Crane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Figure 13. Inverter Cabinet Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Figure 14. Anchoring Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Figure 15. Inverter Conductor Entry-Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Figure 16. Inverter and Transformer Conductor Entry Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Figure 17. Electrical Connections, Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 18. PV Conductor Terminations (Typical)—Positive and Negative Connections . 21
Figure 19. Typical Mounting with MV Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Figure 20. Phase Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Figure 21. AC Output Phase Connections: Throat Connection Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Figure 22. DC Section: 24 Input-Circuit options, Illustrated PV Input Connections . . . . 26
Figure 23. DC Section Grounding Bus and Grounding Electrode Terminal . . . . . . . . . . 26
Figure 24. AC Section Equipment Grounding Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 25. Accessory Power Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 26. Inverter AC Cabinet Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Figure 27. HMI Menu Display Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 28. Power Xpert Solar Machine-State Transition Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Figure 29. The GFDI Connection Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 30. Flex Bus Kit: 84-37413-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Figure 31. Example of Available Step-Up Transformer Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Figure 32. Enclosure Lifting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Figure 33. Location of CB4 in the Electrical Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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List of Tables
Table 1. Word Meanings: “shall,” “may,” “must,” and “should” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Table 2. Standard Inverter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Table 3. DC Input Fuse Re-Combiner Options:
Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Table 4. Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Table 5. Inverter Minimum and Required Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Table 6. Re-Combiner Input Options: Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter . . . . . 17
Table 7. Fasteners and Sequence for Conductor Termination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Table 8. 3-Wire Connection—Inverter Point-of-Common Coupling Interface . . . . . . . . . 24
Table 9. 30-Day, 6-Month and Annual Inspection and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Table 10. Fault and Warning Types: Actions and Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 11. Critical Faults: CRITICAL FAULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Table 12. Non-Critical Faults: FAULT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Table 13. Warnings That Become Faults: WARNING R FAULT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Table 14. Warnings That Cannot Become Faults: FAULT R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Table 16. Inverter Inhibit Status: INHIBIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Table 15. Alerts That Signal Inverter Service Is Required: NOTIFY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Table 17. Power Xpert Solar Electrical,
Mechanical and Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Table 18. Grid-Tie Settings: Protection Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Table 19. Step-Up Transformer Sensor Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Table 20. DC Section Electrical Connection Torque Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Table 21. AC Section Electrical Connection Torque Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Table 22. Ground Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Table 23. Inverter Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Table 24. Maintenance Schedule Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
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Definitions, Safety, and Limitations

Read these Instructions FIRST DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard
Read this manual thoroughly and make sure the procedures DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard indicates
are understood before attempting to receive, install, a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
commission, operate, or maintain the inverter. will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to receive, install, operate, or maintain this When this symbol appears in this document or
equipment without proper training, tools, and safety is posted on/in the inverter equipment, read
equipment. and follow the instructions carefully.
WARNING!
Save These Instructions WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS—This manual contains if not avoided, could result in death or serious
important instructions for the Power Xpert Solar 1500/ injury.
1670 kW Inverters that shall be followed during all aspects When this symbol appears in this document or
of planning, designing-in, ordering, receiving, installing, is posted in/on the inverter equipment, read
operating, and maintaining the inverter. and follow the instructions carefully.
Definitions and Symbols CAUTION!

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that,
Nomenclature and Glossary if not avoided, could result in moderate or
In this document, the Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW minor injury.
Inverter is referred to as Power Xpert Solar or the Inverter.
When this symbol appears in this document or
A glossary covering many of the terms applicable to the is posted in/on the inverter equipment, read
understanding and operation of these grid-tie photovoltaic and follow the instructions carefully.
(PV) inverters is included. The glossary defines terms used
within this document and applicable to photovoltaic-inverter NOTICE!
applications and photovoltaic systems. NOTICE indicates a situation that, if not
avoided, can result in property or
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE equipment damage.
Through this document and the inverter itself, the When this symbol appears in this document or
wording and use of the symbols; Danger, Danger of is posted in/on the inverter equipment, read
Electric Shock Hazard; Warning!; Caution!; and Notices! and follow the instructions carefully.
have specific meanings and precede task-descriptions in
compliance with the NEC®, OSHA, NFPA-70E®, and
shall—may—must—should
industry practice. While repetitive in nature, they alert of
the potential personal and physical dangers associated These words derive from various sources including the
with equipment. The specific text accompanies each of Code of Federal Regulations (USA), Title 29, Part 1910,
the specific symbols. NFPA Standard 70E-2009/11 Edition and Eaton policy
documents. When used in this document their meanings
DANGER is used when an accident will happen and the are as follows:
result will be death or serious injury.
WARNING is used when an accident could happen and Table 1. Word Meanings: “shall,” “may,” “must,”
the probability of death or serious injury. and “should”
Word Meaning
CAUTION is used when an accident could happen and
the result will be moderate or minor injury. “shall” Law mandates the action (OSHA)
NOTICE is used when an accident could result in “may” Almost always mandated, some limited exceptions (OSHA)
property or equipment damage. “must” Recommended policy, need to have very good reasons to
disregard (Eaton policy documents)
“should” Recommended practice under normal circumstances (OSHA)
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Symbols Wear appropriate electrical personal protective equipment

(PPE), including safety glasses and hearing protection
Definition of the symbols used within this document and whenever working on this equipment and while operating
inverter. rotating or moving machinery during installation or
performing maintenance or service.
Figure 1. Symbols and Descriptions
Disconnect all sources of power prior to accessing any
Symbol Description portion of the inverter following OSHA and NFPA-70E
electric-shock and arc-flash safety procedures.
Direct current All Danger, Danger of Electric Shock Hazard; Warning!;
Caution!; and Notices! alerts must be followed for the proper
Alternating current and warranted use of the inverter.
- sinusoidal waveform -
Ø Phase symbol for AC
electricity Equipment Safety
The inverter shall be installed in accordance with all
Used to identify field-wiring applicable codes and regulations. Consult the latest edition
Equipment Grounding of NFPA 70: National Electrical Code®. The installer and
Conductor (EGC) operator shall comply with Code, building, fire marshal, and
seismic standards and with NFPA 70E. Utility interconnect
Used for identifying points approval is required before installation and operation of this
within equipment that are medium voltage grid-tie photovoltaic inverter.
intended to be bounded to Canadian installations shall follow the NEC 690 and
earth ground (e.g., GET). applicable Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Canadian
ON Electrical Code (CE Code), and the National Building Code of
OFF Canada (NBC). Consult all local and utility regulations for solar
photovoltaic.
- or “-” Negative PV
- or “+” Positive PV Non-Code compliant installations will adversely affect the
-
safe usage and serviceability of the inverter, including

applicable balance-of-system products, including the
photovoltaic modules. Use only modules specific for
Safety Procedures grounded PV systems.
The inverter is designed and certified to meet the NEC,
Personal Safety OSHA, and NFPA-70E standards and installation methods.
These shall take precedence over non-USA centric
When installing or maintaining the Power Xpert Solar regulations.
inverter, there are exposed components with housings or
protrusions at or above utility and photovoltaic voltage
potentials. Extreme care shall be taken to protect against Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)
electric shock and arc-flash hazards by de-energizing and When installing or maintaining the inverter, Lock Out and Tag
isolating all sources of connected and stored energy Out (LOTO) all Photovoltaic and Grid (utility) disconnects
BEFORE attempting to install or perform work on/inside the before working on the equipment.
Power Xpert Solar.
A LOTO policy must be in place when working on the
Verify all equipment and tools are properly grounded. Stand inverter and solar site.
on an insulating pad and make it a habit to use only the right
hand when checking components. Always work with another
person in case an emergency occurs.
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De-Energizing the Inverter De-Energizing the Inverter Procedure

The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is designed to 1. Turn the ON/OFF function on the HMI (LCD) to the OFF
be connected to photovoltaic DC energy and export AC position.
energy. It stores a significant amount of capacitance 2. The inverter will de-energize when the ON/OFF function
electrical energy. on the HMI is turned OFF and CB1, CB2, CB4, DS1,
DS2, DS3, and pre-charge fuses are verified to be in their
The Inverter Must Be Considered Energized respective opened (disconnected) state.
Whenever: ● Pressing the emergency stop switch (E-stop) will
● The medium voltage transformer is energized from the shut-off the inverter, forcing open CB1, DS1, DS2, and
utility. DS3, but not the pre-charge fuses, CB2 or CB4.
● The inverter’s main output circuit breaker CB1 is closed. 3. The medium voltage transformer, unless de-energized
● The inverter’s control-power circuit breaker CB2 is closed. from the utility (or through optional switches and
breakers on the medium voltage side) will remain
● Any of the PV System’s external (to the inverter) energized, including the low voltage side connected to
disconnects are closed. the inverter output phases.
Closed (ON) means the switching-device contact(s)’ are ● All PV systems vary, therefore it is the responsibility of
engaged and able to transfer energy: Voltage or Current. the site operator/owner to ensure de-energizing
procedures of the transformer are defined and followed.
AC and DC Disconnecting Means: 4. Wait at least 5 minutes to allow the stored capacitive
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate utility energy to dissipate before opening the inverter cabinet
voltage on the transformer-side of circuit breaker CB1, CB2 doors and access panels.
or CB4, which are located inside the inverter AC cabinet
(section) outer door panel. ● Using the appropriate PPE, verify all capacitive voltage
has discharged before servicing the inverter or removing
● The AC bus will be energized whenever the MV any protective guards to access fuses, terminals, and
transformer is energized. inverter components.
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate ● Beware of any additional non-inverter components,
input-circuits from the PV system’s side of disconnects circuits, devices, and sources of stored or connected
DS1, DS2, and DS3, nor the inverter’s pre-charge fuses electrical energy that may have been added to the
located inside the doors of the inverter DC cabinet inverter or the photovoltaic-site, beyond the scope of
(section). this manual.
● The DC Cabinet Section will be energized whenever
external PV-disconnects are closed (electrically
connected to the inverter)

Photovoltaic Ground-Fault
The inverter is designed for grounded PV systems only. It
is furnished with photovoltaic Ground-Fault Detection and
Interruption (GFDI). If the inverter detects a PV Ground Fault,
it will interrupt the fault-current within the inverter, set a
ground-fault alarm error message visual on the HMI (LCD)
and Modbus, stop exporting power (turn-off) and open CB1,
DS1, DS2, and DS3. Additional corrective and protective
actions will be required when this alarm is active. Refer to
“Troubleshooting Ground Faults” on Page 43 for a detailed
description of the ground fault detection and interruption
circuit: operation and servicing requirements.
By Code, the PV system must be labeled as illustrated,
below. Look for such labeling.
Figure 2. DANGER—WARNING—CAUTION—NOTICE
WARNING! CAUTION! NOTICE!

DANGER of Indicates a Indicates a Situation that can
Electric Shock Hazardous Hazardous Result in Property or
Hazard Situation Situation Equipment Damage
IF A GROUND FAULT IS INDICATED, NORMALLY

GROUNDED CONDUCTORS MAY BE UNGROUNDED
AND ENERGIZED.
Limitations
The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is designed
and tested to the UL508C and UL 1741 standards. As with all
electrical/electronic equipment, this document cannot
possibility anticipate all site, installation, or operation
variances. It is the system engineer’s, installer’s, operator’s
and owner’s responsibility to follow these instructions and
ensure any deviation from this document first establishes
that neither personnel (persons) safety nor the inverter’s and
photovoltaic (PV) system’s balance of system (BOS)
components are compromised.
Professional engineering and construction standards must
always be followed. Incorrect installation and maintenance
will adversely affect any warranty. Contact Eaton for any
questions.

Product Description Product Information and Labeling

The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is designed Complete inverter specifications are listed in Appendix A.
for commercial and utility-scale photovoltaic systems.
Engineered for ease-of-installation, operation and The most up-to-date inverter information and documentation
maintenance, the inverter contains the intelligence to is available on the internet.
facilitate the commissioning, operation and shut-down Navigate to: www.eaton.com/PowerXpertSolar
procedures. The inverter is based upon proprietary Eaton
technology, algorithms, and software. On the front of the inverter, near the Rating Label is the unit
general order number (GO#) and the serial number. Please
The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is designed use this identification when contacting Eaton regarding your
specifically for North American, 60-Hertz, 3-phase grid tie inverter.
applications and 1000 Vdc (array Voc) photovoltaic modules
and systems. The medium voltage level must be defined The Rating label attached to the inverter will be specific to
when ordering. the unit and its assembly location (i.e., USA or Canada).
Figure 3. Power Xpert Solar Inverter Rating Label

(Typical)
Power Xpert™ Solar

1500 kW Inverter
Maximum Continuous Output Power AC (kW) 1500
Maximum Input Voltage Open Circuit, (Vdc) 1000
Maximum DC Input Operating Range (Vdc) 500 - 1000
Maximum Peak Power Tracking Range, MPPT, (Vdc) 500 - 1000
Nominal Output Current AC (A) 2700
Maximum Branch Circuit Over Protection AC (A) 3200
Nominal DC Operating Current DC (A) 3100
Maximum Array Short Circuit Current DC (A) 5600
Nominal Operating Voltage (Vac) 3-Ø, 320
Operating Voltage Range (Vac) 288 to 352
Nominal Operating Frequency (Hz) 60
Enclosure Rating UL Type 3R
Operating Temperature Range (°C) -20 to 50
Power Factor (Leading-Lagging) 0.91 - 1.0
Conforms to UL STD 1741

Model No: Power Xpert Solar 1500
Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01
Eaton Corporation
Electrical Sector
877-ETN-CARE (877-386-2273)
4003986
PHOTOVOLTAIC UTIILITY INTERACTIVE INVERTER
30-46871-02

Inverter Overview and Highlights

The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is a
central-type photovoltaic inverter designed specifically for
grid-tie utility applications employing photovoltaic modules
arranged in a series-circuit manner to form 1000V-strings
as per NEC. The inverter is comprised of three 500/555 kW
power stacks fed from a common DC (PV) bus and
culminating in a single 3-phase 1500/1670 kW AC output.
The power-stacks are precisely matched to eliminate
circulating currents, enabling the use of a single-wound
medium voltage step-up transformer. Inverter features are
illustrated in Figure 4 and highlighted in Table 2.
Figure 4. Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter Diagram

DC-INPUT/PRE-CHARGE/ISOLATION MODULE POWER-STACK MODULE
OUTPUT FILTER MODULE
DS1 AC-OUTPUT/ISOLATION MODULE
K8
3
} INVERTER POWER-STACK OUTPUTS
K11
K1
INVERTER 3-PHASE- 60Hz
RE-COMBINER BOX K2 690V, 1800A
1000V FUSE
CONFIGURABLE
MCCB
CB2
INVERTER
+
CONTROL POWER
DS2 MAGNUM
K9 CB1
POSITIVE BUS F25/F26/F27
3
3
1000VDC/3100A
K12
K3
K4 690V, 1800A
A-B-C 30A
PHASE F31/F32/F33
ROTATION
SEQUENCE
SS2 /4
C
A
NEGATIVE BUS
-
DS3 B
K10 F28/F29/F30 OUTPUT-CIRCUITS
3 SURGE
K13
K1 SUPPRESSOR
CS1
K2 690V, 1800A
F3/5A
F2/20A RG1-4
CB3
SS1
PHOTOVOLATAIC GROUND FAULT

INPUT-CIRCUITS DETECTION AND INTERRUPTION
SURGE
SUPPRESSOR

Table 2. Standard Inverter Features

Feature Highlights
Megawatt Power utilizing 1000V-photovoltaic configuration and medium voltage grid connection
Advanced real-time control algorithms—Digital Signal Processor (DSP) and Controller Area Network (CAN) bus
Certified efficient operation—1500 kW = 98% CEC efficiency; 1670 kW = 98.5% CEC efficiency
Efficient liquid-cooling of power electronics with coupled filtered-air cooled magnetics and electronics
Standard UL 1741 Grid-tie operation—AC current-based photovoltaic maximum power point tracking (MPPT)
3-phase / 3-wire delta / 60 Hz inverter power-stack output with UL 1741 grid-tie configurable SEL protection relay
Standard, configurable PV input circuit sub-combiner fuses—up to 24 fuses rated 160 to 355 Amps / 1000 Vdc
Lockable (LOTO)—Inverter power-stack, load-break rated inverter-recombiner disconnect DC switches
Lockable (LOTO)—Inverter AC output, load-break rated Power Air Circuit Breaker disconnect
Lockable (LOTO)—Inverter control-power, load-break rated MCCB disconnect
Surge (lightning) Suppression on the PV input, AC output, and Inverter control power
Inverter power-stack isolation contactors
Fault-tolerant operation availability—power-stack isolation for 1/3, 2/3 operation
Outdoor rated single-box inverter design with direct (throat-connected) MV transformer—non-skid design
Eaton’s Cooper direct-throat connected medium voltage pad-mount transformer to match utility connection
120 Vac power (available terminal strip with L-N-G 120 Vac for monitoring gateway, etc.; 3 A, 360 W nominal loads)
Available, VAR/PF control; ± 0.91 power factor range at rated power

Available, step-up transformer monitoring—consult factory
Available, 400 Amps inverter re-combiner DC input fusing—consult factory

Major Components and Functionality

The Power Xpert Solar requires a step-up transformer to
match its intended medium voltage installation as illustrated
in Figure 5 schematic diagram and Figure 6 isometric
illustration.
Figure 5. Major Components Diagram: Inverter and Step-Up Transformer
+
}
-
Figure 6. Power Xpert Solar Inverter with Step-Up Transformer

Inverter DC Section PV-Current Limitation

Inverter re-combiner The maximum array short circuit current that can be
connected to the inverter’s re-combiner is 4,480 ADC, based
The inverter’s input receives up to 24 photovoltaic-array upon 125% of modules ∑Isc, STC basis. With the inverter’s
output circuits, forming the PV-system’s final combiner nominal DC-input current rating of 3100 amperes, a high DC/
(i.e., re-combiner). These inputs, classified as inverter AC ratio is achievable. Consult Eaton when planning
input circuits by the National Electrical Code, have the solar-systems exceeding DC/AC ratios of 1.5 for optimum
non-grounded PV circuits conductors connected to a fuse. inverter operation.
Each fuse provides backfeed overcurrent-protection for its
individual circuit and is not designed or intended to provide The Power Xpert Solar inverters are UL 1741 approved for
protection from incoming over-currents, due to the sizing mixed-fuse ratings at the re-combiner. Any quantity of the
guidelines of NEC 690.8. The available fuse options are Table 3 listed 2XL-size fuses can be utilized, up to the
listed in Table 3. These fused circuits are classified as physical limit of 24 devices. Therefore, from the readily
the non-grounded PV input circuits by the NEC and are available 160 A to 355 A OCPDs, solar-system
referenced as such through this manual and supporting source-combiners with different string counts can be utilized,
documents. or subsequent sub-combiners, enabling the inverter to
conform to a wide range of PV-array and system layout
OCPD fuse-conductor ampacity and temperature guide constraints.
The energized input circuits from the PV system mate to
Up to 600 kcmil single-conductor lugs are acceptable as
1/4 inch thick tin-plated copper bus utilizing two-hole
listed in Table 3. Consult Eaton for conductors larger than
compression lugs as outlined in Table 3. The fuses are
600 kcmil or when dual-conductor (per terminal) usage are
closed-coupled to the bus. The inverter is rated for 50 °C
planned, as some physical or PV-positive to PV-Negative
ambient. Therefore, the PV-system input-circuit conductor
separation or clearance constraints can exist based upon the
and overcurrent protection device design parameters for the
re-combiner configuration.
inverter-combiner fuse include:
When planning a photovoltaic system, selection of the input
Percent of fuse’s rated current for continuous operation: 80%
OCPD ratings and quantity can have a profound effect on the
● PV conductors are calculated at 80% of ∑Isc as per DC incident-energy per any PV input circuit and the selection
NEC 690.8 (A) of external PV-Disconnecting devices, as per Code and NFPA
70E. Due to the available PV energy in utility-scale inverters,
● PV-combiner OCPD are calculated at 64% of ∑Isc as attention to the total DC incident energy at the inverter’s
per NEC 690.8 (B) re-combiner must be addressed. Eaton offers a wide variety
● Eaton inverter-configurations are determined according of solar-specific products, beyond the inverters, to address
to NEC 690.8 (A) (B) Code and NFPA 70E requirements and safe-practice policy
and recommendations, including engineering services.
Temperature of fuse’s rated current: 25 °C
Allowed fuse temperature rise: 75 °C
● Use the 75 °C column in the 2011 National Electrical Code,
Table 310 (B) (16) {formally Table 310.16}
● Use 75 °C when determining conductor ampacity under
engineering supervision, as per Code.
Fuse type: Cooper-Bussmann 2XL 1000 Vdc photovoltaic
fuse (160–355 A)
Fuse Holder: Cooper-Bussmann SD2XL-S
Data sheet: 2162 (BU-SB12916);
● When designing a PV system, consult the fuse’s data
sheet
● Time-Current graph
● Temperature de-rating graph
Use only conductors rated at 90 °C, minimum.

Table 3. DC Input Fuse Re-Combiner Options: Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter
Number of Inputs Fuse Ampacity Compression Lug Compression Lugs
Recommendations Typical Usage 2-Hole: 1/2 inch dia. at 1.75 inch spacing —
(24 maximum) (DC Amperes) Lugs not supplied with the inverter Tin-Plated-Bar: 1/4 inch
24 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 160, 200, 250 As specific to solar site or design: Al/Cu
22 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 200, 250, 315 350 kcmil example lugs
20 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 250, 315, 350 Burndy p/n YA31A3
Ilsco p/n 21ACL-350
18 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 315, 350, 355
600 kcmil example lugs
16 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 315, 350, 355
Burndy p/n YA36A3
14 x 1000 Vdc Fuse 315, 350, 355 Ilsco p/n 21ACL-600
1
Other, larger fuses 400–630 Amp 1
Note
1 Consult Eaton.
Grounded Input Circuits Inverter DC Disconnect Switches and Pre-Charge

The grounded PV conductors are connected to a non-fused Post the sub-combiner; 3 load-break switches isolate the
bus, working in concert with the UL® 1741 compliant inverter stacks from the photovoltaic input circuits. These
5-ampere photovoltaic ground-fault detection and disconnect both the positive and negative PV bus.
interruption feature. The grounded-conductor connections
require the same 2-hole 1/2-inch diameter (bolt) compression Prior to the initial manual-closing of the DC switches DS1,
lugs as the non-grounded conductors, as the examples listed DS2, DS3, the inverter uses a DC-input pre-charge process.
in Table 3. Up to 600 kcmil single-conductor lugs are The pre-charge circuit controls the in-rush current from the
acceptable as listed in Table 3. Consult Eaton for conductors PV array ensuring the inverter’s capacitive-bank is not
larger than 600 kcmil or dual-conductor (per terminal) usage. stressed (soft-start effect). From the HMI, the
charge-request is initiated, where the pre-charge circuit is
DC Equipment Ground Circuits and Grounding used to charge to inverter’s DC bus capacitors. Once the
Electrode Terminal input voltage exceeds the configurable wake-up set-point
A corresponding 1/4-inch thick equipment-ground busbar (voltage), the bus disconnects (DS1, DS2, and DS3) are to be
to the PV non-grounded and grounded input circuits has manually closed. With the disconnects closed, the power
24 single-holes for 5/16-inch single-hole compression lugs. stacks are fully connected to the PV array, ready to invert and
Additionally, the ground busbar has two 2-hole 1/2-inch dia. export the photovoltaic DC energy. The pre-charge feature
at 1.75-inch spacing, two 1/2-inch, four 3/8-inch spaced at only needs to be performed when the disconnects are open.
1.25-inch, and an additional two 1/2-inch diameter holes DS1, DS2, DS3 and pre-charge are illustrated in Figure 5.
for single-hole compression lugs. Use this DC ground bus Once the inverter is commissioned and operational on a
as the PV’s GET. Refer to Figure 24 for details. daily-basis, the pre-charge circuit is not used and the daily PV
Negative or Positive Grounded Photovoltaic Systems array energy completes the input capacitor charging in a
natural soft-start effect with increasing solar irradiance.
Either a negative or positive grounded configuration can
be ordered. Either must be ordered and factory-built and In the event of a power stack fault, these DC disconnect
cannot be field modified. Figure 5 displays the typical switches can be individually opened (tripped), enabling
negative-grounded photovoltaic system in which the PV continuous operation up to 2/3 rated power. In such an
positive is non-grounded. event, the disconnected power stack will also be isolated
from the AC via its corresponding output contactor (K8, K9,
DC Surge Suppression or K10).
Surge suppression devices are featured on both the
grounded (negative) and non-grounded (positive) input bus.
The suppression’s primary operation is protecting the
inverter from voltage-spikes from the PV system (modules,
racking, conduit, etc.) principally due to lightning strikes.
Eaton recommends primary lightning-suppression at the
solar field level, in the source-combiners, for all locations
subject to thunder storms and lightning.

Inverter Power-Modules and Stacks The power-stacks feature the latest IBGT-module technology
and are liquid cooled. The IGBT module-technology allows
The power stacks are the heart of the inverter, inverting the true 1000 Vdc switching. Once the minimum PV voltage and
variable direct voltage and current from the photovoltaic energy are available, the inverter’s control algorithms will
modules into a grid-matching quasi-sinusoidal waveform and synchronize its output-AC waveform and frequency with the
frequency. Operating 1 power-module per phase, the 9 utility’s, controlling the exported power as current. The
power-modules form the 3 power-stacks and are identical. inverter is grid-tie, therefore its actual (versus nominal)
Each liquid cooled power-module assembly weighs less than output voltage and frequency is established by the utility grid,
23 kg (50 lbs) and is individually replaceable. Figure 7 via feedback based upon the MV transformer’s step-up ratio.
illustrates the power-module and power-stacks.
The capacitors within the power stack store the energy for
The Power Xpert Solar’s power-stacks are nominally rated continuous millisecond operation during photovoltaic
500 kW with a minimum of 500 Vdc input (Vmp). Operation fluctuations (e.g., momentary irradiance fluctuations).
to 555 kW is available whenever factory-configured for Furthermore, they are sized to enable the inverter to meet
operation with a minimum 555 Vdc input (Vmp). Combining Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT) and Frequency Ride
the power-stacks outputs in a parallel fashion results in the Through (FRT) required for utility-scale photovoltaic systems,
inverter’s overall 1500/1670 kW rating. The actual power is as well as significant VAR support.
defined within the software, corresponding to the minimum
DC input voltage and AC output voltage.
Figure 7. Power Xpert Solar: Inverter Power Module and Power Stacks
Power Stacks

Inverter Output Circuit As shown in Figure 8, cool air also passes through the AC
cabinet, exiting directly into the exhaust duct.
Inductors and capacitors, working as LC filters on the output
stage of the power-stacks, removes (filters) the carrier The cooling-loop is self-contained within the inverter and
frequency and smooth’s the voltage waveform, resulting in a sealed. Pressure and flow sensors constantly monitor the
nominal 320 AC (357 for the 1670 kW inverter) sinusoidal AC health of the cooling system.The standard coolant is an
waveform, ready to be transmitted to the step-up medium environmentally friendly 30/70 mix of propylene-glyco/
voltage transformer. distilled-water.
The final components of the individual power-stacks and No on-site coolant and plumbing installation is required.
LC-filter are the isolation contactors, K8, K9, and K10, The inverter is delivered with the cooling system complete.
illustrated in Figure 4. Each isolates the power-stack Serviceable air-filters are fitted to both the air-inlet and outlet
and LC-filter from the utility-AC before the power-stack vents, as well as immediately before the coolant radiator
outputs are combined in a parallel-output manner prior to located in the cooling/blower cabinet.
the main circuit breaker CB1. Located on the inverter side
of CB1, these contactors are opened to isolate the inverter Figure 8. Schematic of the Ventilation-Principle
stacks and LC-filters during sleep-mode, faults, and when
turned off.
A 3-phase AC surge suppressor (transient voltage
suppression) protects the inverter from voltage spikes
Cool Air
stemming from the utility-side connection. In areas prone to Inlet
lightning, utility-side medium voltage suppression is
Hot Air
recommended, as is the typical practice for utility-scale Exhaust
projects.
The main AC disconnect is an Eaton Magnum® circuit
breaker, noted as CB1 in Figure 4. The circuit breaker CB2,
connected on the utility side of CB1, supplies the inverter’s
control power. It must be closed prior to inverter operation.
When CB2 is off (open/tripped), the inverter will not operate,
regardless of whether utility voltage is connected to the
medium voltage transformer.
AC Section
Air Inlet
Cooling-System Blower
The inverter’s power stacks are liquid cooled. In concert with

a coolant circulation pump, a blower forces air through a heat
exchanger. The inlet-air vents are along the top-front edge. Front Rear
Outlet-air is vented along the top-back edge of the inverter.
In Figure 8, cool air (blue arrows) is passed through the
liquid-cooling system’s heat exchanger where it is further
passed through the AC output-filter magnetics (inductors)
and exits the inverter in the rear-top edge (red arrow). The
result is an efficient cooling and ventilation system where
forced-air exiting the heat-exchanger is utilized to cool the
inductor and capacitors (LC cabinet) before exiting the
inverter.

Installation Instructions
Connect the Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter to the Unloading and Moving Procedure
photovoltaic array and utility per the NEC, ANSI/NFPA70
requirements. Additional utility and local codes may also The inverter can be transported locally by crane or forklift.
apply. Following the inverter-specific instructions will ensure Direct Crane from the delivery-truck to inverter pad is highly
optimum performance, longevity, and warranty retention. recommended and efficient. Typical unloading, in this
Contact Eaton if there are any questions. manner, is under an hour. Note: The transformer is similar,
yet cannot be transported by forklift without a pallet. The
inverter is delivered with 4 lifting-brackets per (delivery) site.
DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard
Re-use these brackets when multiple inverters are delivered
to any one location.
If additional brackets are required, please consult your sales
WARNING! representative.
● Rigging must attach to the 4 lifting-brackets on the front
and back of the inverter.
NOTICE! ● Select appropriate spreading bar and straps to prevent
damage
Delivery Inspection ● Do not cross-thread the bolts and inverter-threads

applicable to the lifting-brackets (Refer to Figure 9)
The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter undergoes
scrupulous tests and quality checks at the factory before
● Fork access is in the center of the Power Xpert Solar
delivery. There remains however the possibility of damage Inverter
during shipment. Upon receiving and unpacking the inverter, ● The fork-pockets are accessible from either the front or
verify no damage is found on or inside the product and that the back
the delivery is complete. If the inverter has been damaged
during shipping, please contact the carrier and cargo ● Verify that the lifting-means used is rated for the weight of
insurance company. If the delivery does not correspond to the entire assembly.
your order, contact the supply-chain seller immediately.
● Moving and Lifting Instructions are as shown in Figure 11
Note: Shipping damage typically must be declared at the and Figure 12.
time of delivery.
Once installed, be sure to cover the inverter’s forklift opening
Verify the shipping carrier’s terms before the with the provided steel covers. Refer to Figure 10.
scheduled delivery.
Figure 9. Mounting of Lifting Brackets Figure 10. Mounting of Cover Plates
1
2 1
3 2 3
4 4
Table 4. Mounting
Lifting Brackets Cover Plates
1 Lift Tab Opening Cover Plate
2 5/8 Flat Plain Washer 5/8 Flat Plain Washer
3 5/8 Spring-Lock Washer 5/8 Spring-Lock Washer
4 5/8-11 x 2.5 Hex Cap Head Grade 5 Machine Screw 5/8-11 x 1.5 Hex Cap Head Grade 5 Machine Screw

Figure 11. Inverter Transport by Lift Truck
Figure 12. Inverter Transport by Crane
Dimensions and Weight

The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter weighs
12,500 pounds (4,700 kg).
Its dimensions, barring the mounting lugs and
throated-transformer interface are:
Length
● 130.8 inches (3322 mm)
Width
● 61.1 inches (1552 mm) base
● 74.3 inches (1888 mm) hood
Height
● 92.5 inches (2350 mm)

Mechanical engineering drawings, in 2D DWG format, are

available for use in designing and planning a photovoltaic
system using the Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW inverters.
Consult Eaton for access to these drawings.
Figure 13. Inverter Cabinet Locations

Magnetics Cooling
(Back of Unit)
DC Section
(Left Side)
(Front)
Controls Power AC Section Throat Step-up Transformer

Conversion Connection
Clearance Requirements
Installation shall comply with the minimum clearances for When planning the inverter installation, include the step-up
electrical conductors, door openings, and adjacent energized transformer dimensions and requirements. The step-up
equipment according to the National Electrical Code. When transformer specifications are not covered in the scope of
planning the inverter placement, maintain at least the this Manual.
minimum clearances and guidance listed in Table 5.
Table 5. Inverter Minimum and Required Clearances

Location Minimum Clearance Additional Comments
Top None required Consider lifting clearance required to install unit
Front 36 inches / 60 inches Required to open doors / major component service and/or replacement
Back 36 inches / 120 inches Required to open doors / major component service and/or replacement
Left Side 36 inches / 60 inches Required to open doors to DC Section
Evaluate space needed to access input-circuit conduit plates in floor / major component service and/or
replacement
Right Side Adequate working space Throat assembly: distance from the AC side is the throat assembly
Inverter and Adequate working space Allow for adequate working space for the electrical and mechanical installation, including wire routing and bend
MV-Transformer radius, and securing the inverter and transformer of all bolt down points.
Location Minimum Clearance Additional Comments

Inverter Site specific i.e., National Electrical Code 2011/14, Article 110.26 / Utility
Transformer Site specific i.e., National Electrical Code 2011/14, Article 110.26 / Utility

Ventilation Anchoring Requirements—Concrete Pad and

Seismic
Outdoor The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter must be
bolted to a mounting pad or structure. Installation shall be in
The inverter is designed for outdoor installation. Following
accordance with utility, seismic, and wind requirements in
the working clearances specified in Table 5, no additional
effect at the location for electrical equipment of the project’s
space is required for the inverter to achieve proper air-flow
power and voltage class.
ventilation.
The inverter and its associated step-up transformer
supporting pad shall be constructed according to the
Indoor building-codes in effect for the location/usage. In the
When installing indoors (e-house), plan for the inverter’s minimum:
heat-rejection during daily operation: ● Supporting subgrade shall be compacted and well drained
● Intake/exhaust air volume is 4500 cfm ● Mounting base made of concrete matching the inverter’s
● Recommended room-air exchange rate base dimensions
● Pad thickness at least 4 inches of 3,000 psi concrete
● Rejected heat is up to 35 kW at full export power under
optimum operation and cooling. ● Finished to level and flatness not to exceed .025 inches
in 12 inches
● 1 kW = 3412 Btu/hr
● Equipment anchor-bolts:
● 1 Btu = 1,055.0559 Joules
● SAE Grade 5, with ASTM structural grade zinc plated
thick washers (Refer to Figure 14)
Site Recommendations
● Embedment at least 4–6 inches, as per structural
Eaton recommends that for optimum performance, the front engineer/spec
of the inverter should be facing the South-East direction.
● Torque
1/2-inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 ft-lb (61–68 Nm)
3/4-inch UNC Fasteners: 55–60 ft-lb (74–81 Nm)
Consult local codes for seismic and wind-load requirement

regarding mounting the Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW
Inverter.
Figure 14. Anchoring Requirements

67.25
66.00
1.25
.00
.00 1.75 40.38 44.38 86.38 90.38 129.01
Mounting anchor bolts: 12 x SAE 7/8 in, Grade 5.

DC Input Fuse Options—Re-Combiner Use Table 6 to select the inverter’s re-combiner option.
The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter offers Note: When ordering, the fuse quantity and ampere rating
maximum flexibility for matching photovoltaic arrays must be specified, as the option number simply
following NEC 690.8 guidelines. Five standard options cover specifies the number of fuse-holders to install in the
the most common quantity of the inverter’s input-fuses, inverter’s re-combiner. Consult Eaton for Option-4 and
easily matching available solar-modules technologies rated further assistance when considering a mix of input
for 1000 V. All OCPD (Over Current Protection Device) fuses fuses to ensure the configuration meets the UL 1741
are rated for 1000 Vdc. certification, as some limitations will apply as noted in
The Power Xpert Solar inverters are UL 1741 approved Inverter DC Section on Page 9.
for mixed-fuse quantity –and– ratings at the re-combiner.
Any quantity 160–355 A 2XL fuses can be utilized up to
the physical limit of 24 devices and electrical limit of 5600
amperes (reference Inverter DC Section on Page 9 for more
information).
Table 6. Re-Combiner Input Options: Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter

Compression Lug Compression Lugs
Number of Inputs Option 2-Hole: 1/2 inch dia. at 1.75 inch spacing —
(e.g., Fuseholders) Number Lugs not Supplied with the Inverter Tin-Plated-Bar: 1/4 inch
None 1 0 As specific to solar site or design: Al/Cu
16 1 350 kcmil example lugs
18 2 Burndy p/n YA31A3
20 3 Ilsco p/n 21ACL-350
22 4 600 kcmil example lugs

Burndy p/n YA36A3
24 5
Ilsco p/n 21ACL-600
Other 6 Consult Eaton
Note
1 Follow NEC and NFPA 70E, ensuring the non-fuse input circuits are rated for backfeed of the
entire re-combiner to any one or few input circuits. Separate photovoltaic circuits in/by conduit.
Route and connect the photovoltaic output-circuits to the

inverter input-circuits in accordance with the latest edition
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and
corresponding local, fire marshal, and utility requirements.
Conductor entry is via the bottom of the DC section
allowing for photovoltaic positive, negative, and ground
inputs. Use this same opening for connecting the grounding
electrode conductor. Mechanical engineering drawings in
2D DWG format are available for the inverter, as illustrated
in Figure 15 and Figure 16.
Recommendation: Consult Eaton to verify the inverter design
and layout, prior to construction and permitting.

Figure 15. Inverter Conductor Entry-Routing
Figure 16. Inverter and Transformer Conductor Entry Locations

Electrical Connections
Utilize wiring methods when installing the Power Xpert Solar
1500/1670 kW Inverter in accordance with the ANSI/NFPA
70: National Electrical Code. In addition, determine and
follow applicable local, state, and utility regulations. Use only
high-quality aluminum (Al) or copper (Cu) conductors with an
insulation rating of 90 °C (minimum). Select the DC, AC and
Ground circuit conductor’s wire-type and voltage-ratings as
appropriate per Code, and directed by the inverter’s UL 1741
certification and power rating.

DISCONNECT AT POWER SOURCE—
UTILITY GRID
DISCONNECT AT POWER SOURCE—
PHOTOVOLTAIC SOURCE
LOTO THE AC DISCONNECT AND PHOTOVOLTAIC
DISCONNECTS EXTERNAL TO THE INVERTER WHEN
INSTALLING OR SERVICING THE INVERTER.
All the inverter’s photovoltaic input and AC output
connection points are tin-plated copper busbars. Use only
high quality compression lugs for the PV conductor
terminations. The throat-coupled AC connection to the
transformer is provided as a kit, including specific
instructions. The basic electrical connections locations are
illustrated in Figure 17. The PV-conductor securing methods
are illustrated in Figure 18 and Table 7.

Figure 17. Electrical Connections, Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter

Front-Side of Inverter
Throat
Connection
Controls Inverter AC
Section Section
DC
Connections
Back-Side of Inverter
AC
Connection
Cooling Inductor DC
Section Section Section

DC Circuit Connection
The DC inputs to the Power Xpert Solar are designed for
grounded PV systems. The photovoltaic system’s positive,
negative, and equipment-ground conductors terminate in the
inverter’s DC section as illustrated in Figure 18. The NEC
defines these as the inverter’s input circuits. DC and PV are
often used interchangeably, referring to the photovoltaic DC
voltage and amperage. This is a central inverter, requiring
external source combiners and disconnects.
Figure 18. PV Conductor Terminations (Typical)—Positive and Negative Connections
6
4
2
3
Table 7. Fasteners and Sequence for Conductor Termination

Illustration
Item Number Description Number/Bolt Comments
1 Busbar Provided PV Grounded Conductor bus
2 Compression Lug 1 Not provided.
Use only UL-approved compression type ring-terminal lugs as approved for the
conductor material and voltage.
Select Lugs having connector barrels prefilled with Penetrox™ or equivalent.
3 Flat Washer 2 Not provided, use Grade 5, minimum.
4 Washer (Belleville) 1 Not provided, use only Belleville from:
Fastenal/Rolex
5/16 = p/n SP-188420
3/8 = p/n SP-231120
1/2 = p/n SP-291325
5 Nut 1 Not provided, use Grade 5, minimum
6 1/2, 3/8, or 5/16 Grade 5 Bolt, typ. as 1 Not provided, use Grade 5, minimum
per location and compression lug

Inverter AC Connection The AC output connections are located on the side of the AC
enclosure (the individual 3-phase busbars from CB1) as
The connection to the medium voltage transformer utilizes a illustrated in Figure 19 and Figure 21. The 3 terminals are
throat-enclosure between the inverter and transformer, as labeled A, B, C, left to right, when facing the inverter. When
illustrated in Figure 19 example. Both the inverter and facing the transformer, it will be just the opposite.
transformer are designed (aligned) for this connection,
forming an enclosed-connection of the three phases. A
flex-bus is provided to make this field-connection to the
busbars, along with the enclosure.
Figure 19. Typical Mounting with MV Transformer
C
B
A
AC Circuit Breaker
Access Detail Transformer Lifting Feature
Bushing
Centerline
to Base
40.0

Figure 19. Typical Mounting with MV Transformer, continued
Neutral and Equipment Ground Phase Rotation

The low voltage connection of the utility-grid transformer is a The inverter is phase A-B-C sequence sensitive The throat
3-wire Delta (A, B, C). The inverter’s 3-wire system does not connection is fixed, such that Phase-A peaks before Phase-B,
include a neutral and cannot be connected to a neutral. and Phase-B peaks before Phase-C. This inverter AC-output
The ground listed in Table 8 is the equipment grounding sequence cannot be changed. Therefore, check the utility
conductor (EGC) between the inverter and transformer. phase-sequence and make any adjustments at the medium
This EGC is routed separate from the phases in the throat voltage side of the transformer or the facility grid-tie point(s).
connection/enclosure. Pre-determined the grid (PCC) phase rotation to ensure the
proper phase-wiring sequence as part of the installation.
This means that a grounded (neutral) configuration should
not be used. Only Delta or Wye ungrounded configuration on OUTPUT PHASE
low voltage side should be used. ROTATION SEQUENCE
A−B−C

Table 8. 3-Wire Connection—Inverter Point-of-Common Coupling Interface

Wire Size
Location Wire Number (Max–Min) (Al/Cu Rated) Torque Comments
Throat Terminals A B C Supplied Flex-Bus (kit) 50–60 ft-lb (68–81 Nm) See Appendix B
Instructions P52791
AC EGC Ground 1/2 inch 1-Hole Compression Lug See Appendix D Equipment Ground
AC GET 90 °C Terminals
Appendix B references the contents of the flex-bus kit and Figure 21. AC Output Phase Connections: Throat
the instructions which accompany the inverter. No provisions Connection Details
for a cabled connection is provided, or allowed.
12.00
As illustrated in Figure 21:
12.80
● Prepare each mating bus face with Penetrox “E” or
suitable equivalent for copper connections
● DO NOT use Penetrox “A” or similar compounds made
6.75
for Al to Al or Al to Cu connections
● Apply a tamper-proof torque-marking paint, once the
hardware is properly torqued
6.33 12.00
DETAIL A
Figure 20. Phase Locations THROAT, SIDE VIEW
DETAIL B
Phase C THROAT, TOP VIEW
Phase B
Phase A
Grounded Conductors
The grounded-conductor busbar has provisions for up to 24
circuits using 2-hole compression lugs. Bolt size is 1/2-inch;
bar material is 1/4-inch thick. Minimum hardware is grade-5
and UL-approved crimp-on type ring terminal lugs. Aluminum
hardware kits can be utilized, if they are Listed for use with
the specific compression lugs. Select lugs to match the
busbar’s 2-hole: 1/2-inch dia. at 1.75-inch spacing as noted
in Table 3 and Table 6. Figure 22 and Figure 23 illustrate
the connection points.
When planning for cable-routing, the grounded-conductor
bus terminals will match the number of OCPD (fuse) inputs
utilized on the non-grounded bus.

Non-Grounded Conductors Grounding Electrode Terminal and Conductor

1
The non-grounded PV array conductors terminate to The DC ground bus further forms the Grounding Electrode
individual flat-busbars associated with the input fuse (OCPD). Terminal (GET) connection for establishing photovoltaic
Based upon the fuse rating and PV system design, up to 24 grounding-electrode system. Follow 2011 NEC 690.47 (C)
circuits using 2-hole compression lugs are possible. Bolt size (1), (2), or (3) practice as appropriate for the installation
is 1/2-inch; bar material is 1/4-inch thick. Minimum hardware (project) to establish the PV earth-ground.
is grade-5 and UL-approved crimp-on type ring terminal lugs.
Aluminum hardware kits can be utilized, if they are Listed for ● The minimum size of the equipment-grounding or bonding
use with the specific compression lugs. Select lugs to match conductors, as per UL 1741, Table 18.1 for the inverter’s
the busbar’s 2-Hole: 1/2-inch dia. at 1.75-inch spacing as 2707 A AC output:
noted in Table 3 and Table 6. Figure 22 illustrates the fused ● 3000 A => 400 kcmil (203 mm2) Cu
input-circuit connection points.
● 3000 A => 600 kcmil (304 mm2) Al
When planning for cable-routing, the non-grounded OCPD
conductor bus terminals will match the number of grounded ● The minimum size of the PV grounding electrode
conductors inputs utilized. conductor, as per UL 1741 Table 18.1
The OCPD offerings are listed in Table 6. The fuse options ● 800–6000 A => 3/0 (85.0 mm2) Cu
must be ordered and factory installed. Fuses of a different
quantity (up to 24) and amperage-ratings (mixing of fuses) ● 800–6000 A => 250 (127 mm2) Al
are allowed. Eaton encourages coordination with our [e.g., establishing the PV grounding electrode system … and
solar-engineering team’s application engineer to select tying it to the facility’s AC grounding electrode system, as
the optimum photovoltaic system layout configuration and per NEC 690.47 (C) (1), (2), or (3)]
OCPD selection.
● Inverter’s DC input Current: 3100 amperes (nominal rating)
1
● Inverter’s AC output Current: 2700–2707 amperes
PV panels are available in grounded negative or grounded positive
configurations, depending upon the manufacturer and technology. (nominal rating)
The Power Xpert Solar Inverter can accommodate either. However, the
configuration must be ordered and factory tested. Changing the inverter
● Inverter’s AC branch circuit over-current: 3200 amperes
polarity once the inverter has left the factory requires additional expense (maximum rating)
and removal of the UL 1741 certification. Therefore, verify the photovoltaic
modules that will be used to ensure the proper inverter, before ordering. Additionally, the ground-busbar has two 2-Hole 1/2-inch dia.
Consult Eaton for application assistance. at 1.75-inch spacing, four 3/8-inch spaced at 1.25-inch, and
Negative Grounded PV: The PV-negative are the grounded conductors. an additional two 1/2-inch diameter holes for single-hole
See cabinet label: NEGATIVE GROUND SYSTEM compression lugs. Use this DC Ground bus as the PV’s GET.
Positive Grounded PV: The PV-positive are the grounded conductors.
Bond the GEC to the GET bus by use of irreversible bonding
See cabinet label: POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEM connectors, such as an irreversible busbar connector (e.g.,
Hubbell p/n HYG14BTC28) or approved compression lug
Equipment Grounding Conductors secured to the GET with an appropriate (star) lock washer
with bolted hardware.
The PV system’s equipment-grounding conductors (EGC)
from the array’s modules, racking, source-combiners, Do not exothermally-weld the GEC inside the inverter (i.e., to
conduit, and external PV-disconnecting means terminate to a an exposed ground-rod or the GET bus).
ground-bus common (bonded) to the inverter cabinet and AC
ground bus. Up to 24 circuits using 1-hole compression lugs
are possible. Bolt size is 5/16-inch on a 1/4-inch thick
tin-plated bar. Minimum hardware is grade-5 and
UL-approved crimp-on type ring terminal lugs. Figure 23
illustrates the ground-busbar for 24 input-circuit option.
When planning for cable-routing, the EGCs conductors will
match the quantity of the grounded and non-grounded PV
circuits at the inverter’s re-combiner, coming from each
source-combiner, array sub-combiners, or external
PV-disconnects.

Conductor Size and Type DC Section Layout and Connection Points

The holed-busbar offerings for terminating the photovoltaic
circuits, coupled to a large conduit stub-up opening (39 x Figure 22. DC Section: 24 Input-Circuit options,
21 inches) at the base of the inverter’s DC section allow for Illustrated PV Input Connections
maximum flexibility in designing a PV system. The conduit
stub-up shall not extend more than 5 inches above the
base (floor) of the inverter. Generous room allows for
large-diameter conductors bending radius, with the ability
to segment or group input conductors to align or match a
PV system layout. The busbars are tin-coated copper for DC Switches
long-life. Select compression lugs appropriate to the
conductor material (Aluminum or Copper) and securing
hardware for tin-coated copper bus.
Care should be taken to verify that the polarity is maintained
DC Positive
when wiring the positive and negative conductors from the (fused) Input
Array to the DC section. This is to prevent wiring the
non-grounded (positive) and grounded (negative) PV-circuits DC Negative
Input
to the wrong terminals. The wire should be rated for
use in 1000 Vdc circuit, with the wire size depending
DC Ground
on the number of circuits being supplied from Bus Bar
source-(string)-combiner or array-(sub)-combiners according
to NEC 690. Use and install external PV-circuit disconnects
within sight of the inverter as per Code. Be aware of the high
arc-flash risk-category from PV, as per NFPA70E. Plan
accordingly.
Figure 23. DC Section Grounding Bus and Grounding

Negative-Ground Photovoltaic Configuration Electrode Terminal
The PV-positive (non-grounded) conductors are to be
connected to the OCPD fuses. 24x PV ECG connection points
The PV-negative (grounded) conductors are to be connected

the negative (no fuse) bus.
The PV-Equipment ground conductors are to be connected to
the ground or GET bus.
Positive-Ground Photovoltaic Configuration

Grounding
The PV-negative (non-grounded) conductors are to be
connected to the OCPD fuses. The inverter must be earth grounded. Based upon the
installation construction and site, common practices are by
The PV-positive (grounded) conductors are to be connected
ground-rings at the installation pad, ground rods, Ufer
to the negative (no fuse) bus.
grounds and similar means to establish earth ground. Verify
The PV-Equipment ground conductors are to be connected to and document the proper grounding means during the
the ground or GET bus. design-approval process with the permitting authority,
electrical inspector and the utility.
For all DC wire terminal connections:
The inverter’s DC ground bus and AC ground bus are
● Apply an antioxidant, such as Penetrox as appropriate to internally bonded, forming a continuous ground plane within
the connection base-metals the inverter. The installer shall ensure these are bonded to
● Penetrox “E” or suitable equivalent for all-copper earth (ground).
connections.
● Penetrox “A” or similar compounds made for Al to Al or Neutral
Al to Cu connections. The inverter is configured as a 3-wire only. No neutral wire
● Apply a tamper-proof torque-marking paint, once the for a 4-wire grid connection configuration is allowed.
fasteners are properly torqued.

AC EGC Connection Accessory Power

The EGC is the Equipment Ground Conductor (Grounding Within the Control Cabinet, available 120 Vac power is
Conductor, Equipment in the NEC). The AC equipment provided via terminal strip TBC3. Use 90 °C rated copper
ground conductor from the step-up transformer shall be 14-AWG for the L-N-G 120 Vac connections, as labeled.
bonded to the AC ground bus that is located in the AC Rated 360 W (3 A at 120 Vac), TBC3 is useful for powering
section of the unit. This bus is for connecting the step-up third-party monitoring gateway, etc. See Figure 25. Use of
transformer enclosure-ground to the inverter, ensuring both 14-AWG ferrules recommended.
are referenced to the same earth-ground (utility reference).
See Figure 24. Figure 25. Accessory Power Location
Figure 24. AC Section Equipment Grounding Bus
AC
GROUND
BUS
AC GROUND
& COMM(S)
CONDUIT
FLOOR-PLATE
OPENING: 6” x 8”
GEC Connection
The GEC is the Grounding Electrode Conductor. The
Grounding Electrode Conductor shall be attached to the
ground terminal labeled Grounding Electrode Terminal (GET)
that is located in the DC section of the unit. The minimum
wire size is 3/0 for copper (Cu) and 250 kcmil for aluminum
(Al) conductor material. This is based upon inverter’s input
DC amperage. Connecting the inverter Install as per
2011 NEC 690 and the permitting authority and utility.
Step-Up Transformer Sensor Signals

Connection of the step-up transformer sensor signals is via
terminal block TBC1 located in the AC Cabinet. These signals
are made available on the inverter’s Modbus® network, ready
for remote monitoring. The usage is based upon the
transformer (options). Reference Figure 26 for the location
of TBC1 and Appendix C for example signals. The actual
sensors and connections are subject to change due to the
step-up transformer selected, as appropriate for the project
requirements. Consult with Eaton for both the inverter and
step-up transformer configurations and options prior to order.

Auxiliary Power
Electrical power for custom loads can be supplied from the
low voltage 320/357 Vac bus via a 60 ampere circuit breaker
inside the inverter (CB4, see Figure 26). Use of 8-AWG
ferrules recommended.
SCADA Interface and Inverter Communications

The ability to interface and control the inverter via a
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system
is available via Modbus protocol. More details are covered in
the Communications Manual. Consult with Eaton sales
representative.
Figure 26. Inverter AC Cabinet Section

K8 K9 K10
SEL
PROTECTION CB1
RELAY
CB2
CB4
TBC1
CONTROL
POWER
CAPACITORS

Inverter Operation
Inverter Operation
The inverter’s installation, operation, and maintenance is Pre-Commission Check
intended for qualified personnel who are trained for
electrical-power systems used within the inverter, the Prior to energizing the inverter for the first time, complete a
medium-voltage transformer, and 1,000-volt photovoltaic thorough inspection. Verify that incoming and outgoing wires
systems. The inverter can connect to medium voltage up to and conductors are properly terminated and
35 k, with the appropriate transformer. The installation is securing-fasteners torqued. Check that the inlet and outlet air
intended for licensed electrical contractors, employing ducts are not blocked and the filter material is clean and in
qualified master and journeymen electrical technicians place. Verify that all tools used in the installation are
familiar with 1000 V PV systems. removed, any protective and safety covers that were
removed during non-energized installation tasks are properly
re-installed, and any debris from the installation process is
removed from within and around the inverter. The immediate
area shall be clear from obstructions. Maintain the
equipment-clearance requirements as per Code and Table 5
on Page 15, utilizing whichever is the maximum distance.
WARNING! Never use compressed air to remove debris from inside or
outside the inverter.
To prevent damage to inverter-controllers, circuit-boards, and
electronic components, use only ESD-free Vacuum
CAUTION! equipment to clean inside the inverter and the air-filters.
Notice: Damage to components due to Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD) is not covered by warranty.
Never use water to clean or allow water or fluids to enter the
NOTICE! inverter cabinets.
Working from the solar modules, ensure all strings and
source-combiners are properly wired. Verify no PV-positive
Operation of the inverter, energizing both the PV and AC and PV-negative conductors are reversed. Continue this
circuits, switching circuit breakers and interacting with the polarity-check procedure for all array re-or-sub combiners and
inverter, its control power, the transformer and its utility external PV-disconnects. Leave the PV-source combiners or
connection, and all connected PV equipment requires final/last photovoltaic-disconnecting-means (external to the
adherence to electrical safety guidelines, as set forth in the inverter) OFF (open circuit) prior to commissioning and
NEC, NFPA70E, OSHIA, and all local, regional, utility, and operating the inverter.
company(s) policies.
At the inverter, verify the PV-positive and PV-negative
Photovoltaic inverters utilize both DC and AC voltages and conductors are properly wired for polarity and securely
are subject to external backfeed-voltage and energy sources terminated. Ensure all equipment ground circuits are installed
from the PV array, transformer, other inverters, and AC and the PV system is properly bonded to the GET and
switchboards and switchgear at the site. Understand the establishes the required PV grounding electrode system as
disconnecting means available at the site, both PV (DC) and per Code. Only when the PV circuits are verified, shall the
AC is paramount to safe work practices. inverter be energized.
Pay attention to all AC and DC arc-flash and electric-shock Prior to scheduling inverter commissioning services, obtain
equipment labels, their indicated working and boundary from Eaton and complete the:
distances, and all posted safety notices and labels.
Non-labeled equipment must be evaluated prior to work. Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverters
Damaged or missing arc-flash and electric-shock labeling Pre-Commissioning Installation Checklist
shall and must be replaced.
Have this completed form available, or return this completed
Do not proceed to the install, energize or operate the inverter form to Eaton, to ensure efficient on-site inverter
unless authorized. commissioning service. Allow at least 2 weeks for
commissioning services after completing the
pre-commissioning installation checklist and scheduling the
service.
Note: Due to the nature of PV systems, inverter
commissioning is only conducted during dry weather.

Inverter Operation
Commissioning Procedure Energize and Operation Procedure: Automatic

The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter requires a Operation
commission process to be completed to establish the date of Do not proceed to the energize and operate the inverter
commission and start-up for warranty purposes. unless authorized.
Commissioning requires a detailed sequence of checks and
manual operation of the inverter at increasing power levels,
the details of which are not in this manual. Commissioning Inverter Start-Up Procedure—Automatic Operation
the inverter will also mean the site is in compliance with the
PV-array system and utility interface, both of which are 1. Close CB2 to energize control circuits.
outside the scope of this inverter manual. Complete all the 2. Close PV source-combiner or external PV-disconnects to
PV-site commissioning steps prior to revenue service. apply array voltage to the Inverter DC collector bus.
For commissioning to be complete, the inverter must 3. On the HMI select the Operation tab and navigate with
synchronize to the utility grid, exporting power without the arrows to the Configuration page. Refer to image
faults, and return to the sleep mode and wake-up upon rising below.
irradiance. Whenever possible, allow the inverter to return to
sleep-mode and wake-up the next morning by the natural
process of sunset and sunrise, while Eaton commissioning
personnel are on-site. Eaton recommends the inverter power
production to be monitored for 72 hours (3 sunny days) after
commissioning to ensure proper operation. Please refer to
Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter Station Block
Commissioning Tasks for more details.
The power exported to the grid during commissioning (peak
kW and accumulated kWh) will be dependent upon the
available photovoltaic power (kW) during the time of
commissioning and may not, nor needs-to-be, the inverter’s
full rated power or that of the photovoltaic system. Follow
and complete the inverter commissioning guide appropriate
to the inverter:
Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverters Commission
Checklist On-Site Recommended Practice
4. On the Configuration page; select AUTO

The Local, P Priority, and Fixed Q settings will already
be selected.
5. On the Operation tab, navigate with the arrows to the
Local Setpoints page to verify the power setting of the
inverter. This value should have been set during the
commissioning of the inverter.

Inverter Operation
6. Under Real Power Limit verify or enter the desired 8. On the Operation page select Charge Request. The
power output limit, if different. In this case 1500 is Inverter will now be in the CHARGING state. The DC
selected (i.e., the Power Xpert Solar 1500 kW Inverter). buses will begin to charge. DS1, DS2, DS3 need to be
closed manually within 30 seconds of the icon-button’s
illumination to avoid a charge timeout fault.
The image shown below is the Charge Request page.
7. On the HMI; navigate to the Operation page using the

arrows.
Note that the inverter is in the OFF state. Refer to the
image below. DS1,2,3 in the OFF state

Inverter Operation
9. Once the final DC disconnect is closed (DS1, DS2, or

DS3). The inverter will now be in the READY state.
Shown below.
10. To start gating select Enable on the HMI Operation

screen (CB1 will close). The Inverter will transition from
SLEEP to WAKE UP to EXPORT. Once the inverter is in
the EXPORT state contactors K8, K9, and K10 will
close. See images below
11. The Inverter is now in the EXPORT state.

Inverter Operation
Inverter Shut-Down Procedure—Automatic De-Energize Procedure

Operation
Do not proceed to the de-energize and operate the inverter
1. Navigate to the Operation page under the Operation unless authorized.
tab select Disable. Contactors K8, K9, and K10 will
open. The Inverter will now be in the READY state. The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is designed to
be connected to AC and PV-DC voltages sources. It stores a
2. Selecting Shutdown Request will open DS1, DS2, and significant amount of electrical energy from both its AC and
DS3 and CB1. The Inverter will now be in the DC energy sources.
Discharging state. The DC voltages 1, 2, and 3 will
slowly discharge t and the inverter will move to the OFF DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard
state before reaching 0 Vdc. Refer to image below
WARNING!
CAUTION!
NOTICE!
The inverter must be considered energized whenever:

● The medium-voltage transformer’s Vacuum fault
interrupter (VFI) is closed
● The medium-voltage transformer’s isolation-disconnect
handle is closed
● The medium-voltage transformer’s MV and LV windings
are energized
● The inverter’s control-power circuit breaker CB2 is closed
● The inverter’s main output circuit breaker CB1 is closed
● The customer control-power circuit breaker CB4 is closed
● Any of the PV System’s external (to the inverter)
disconnects are closed
Closed (ON) means the switching-device contacts are
engaged and able to transfer energy: Voltage or Current.
Reference the site’s PV system and inverter single-line
diagram, Figure 4.
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate utility
voltage on the transformer-side of circuit breaker CB1
which is located inside the inverter AC cabinet (section)
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate utility
voltage on the transformer-side of circuit breaker CB2
which are located inside the inverter AC cabinet (section)
● The SEL relay and CTs will be energized whenever the
transformer is energized.

Inverter Operation
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate utility Interactive Menu
voltage on the transformer-side of circuit breaker CB4 or
any additional control-power disconnect(s) which are The HMI’s LCD touch-screen provides information pertaining
located inside the inverter AC cabinet (section) to the inverter’s present and historical operating status and
provides access to user adjustable parameters. Navigation
● The inverter does not provide a means to isolate input through the menus is achieved through a combination of
circuits from the PV-array (system) side of disconnects menu screens icons, each with subsequent touch screen
DS1, DS2, and DS3, which are located inside the inverter sub-menus. After the duration of 15 minutes the display will
DC cabinet (section). Unless the PV-array is fully always return to the default screen of the current menu.
disconnected externally from the inverter, the inverter
re-combiner will be energized Five main menus are available for operating the inverter,
obtaining information from the inverter, and
troubling-shooting. Figure 27 illustrates the menu structure
De-Energized Inverter and available screens
1. Verify the inverter is in the OFF state Screen Notes:
2. The inverter will de-energize stored capacitive-energy ● Menus ICONS are located along the bottom of the screen
when in the OFF state.
● The icons are similar to a Footer on a printed page
a. and CB1, CB2, CB4, DS1, DS2, and DS3 and are
verified opened. ● Operational status is located in the top-left corner, for
example;
b. Notice: the inverter will remain energized unless the
transformer is also disconnected or isolated form the ● OFF
utility grid and completely de-energized. The inverter’s ● Sleep
throat-connection is a direct feed from the
transformer. ● Wake-up
c. Notice: the inverter will remain energized unless the ● Export
external PV-disconnects are fully open. Disconnects ● Fault
DS1 DS2 and DS2 do not isolate the inverter
re-combiner from the PV array system. ● Based upon the menu, selective information is displayed
through the screen between the top and bottom sections
● Pressing the emergency stop switch will also shut-off the
inverter, forcing open CB1, DS1, DS2, and DS3, but not
CB2 or CB4.
a. Notice: the inverter control power and transformer will
remain live.
b. Notice: the inverter re-combiner will remain energized
from the PV.
● Wait at least 5 minutes to allow the stored capacitive
energy to dissipate before opening the cabinet doors and
access panels.
● Always VERIFY no-voltage is present using calibrated
instruments appropriate to the voltage.
● Always follow applicable safety requirements and
equipment labeling when verifying voltage
● Follow defined LOTO procedures prior to servicing the
inverter
● PV Systems: Understand and verify all sources of external
power connected to the inverter, including backfeed from
the photovoltaic system, other inverters, loop-feed
transformers and their common points of utility
connection.

Inverter Operation
Figure 27. HMI Menu Display Navigation
Any Screen
Monitor Operation Faults Diagnostics More
Main Operation Active System Comms

• DC/AC Voltages • Enable/Disable List of Active Alarms • HMI Settings Service Commission About
• Total MWh • Fault Reset • SCADA Connection
• Real/Reactive Power • Charge/Shutdown • Internal Comms
Settings Page 1 Service Commision About

Monitors Local Set Points History Hardware Alarm • Wake-Up Voltage • Pump/Blower Force • Date/Time Firmware Versions
• Real/Reactive Power • Real Power Limit • Alarm History Inputs 1 • SCADA Timeout • Bypasss Door • Commission Status
• DC Voltage/Current • Reactive Power/PF • 0 = Logged • Grid Voltages/Currents • Date/Time • Interlock
• Status Indicators • Enable/Disable • X = Cleared • DC Voltages/Currents
• External Faults
Settings Page 2
Voltages Configuration • Ramp Up
• Vab, Vbc, Vcb • Local/Remote Sel Hardware Alarm • System Power Limit
• Output Frequency • Auto/Maunal Inputs 2 • Auto Retry/Grid
• Real/Reactive Power • PF Control Enable • E-Stop/Door Open • Reconnect Timers
• Fuse Faults
• Blower
Line Currents Application Settings Page 3
• Ia, Ib, Ic Custom
• Modbus/TCP Enable
• DC Power • Customer Specific Hardware I/O • Inverter IP Address
• Real/Reactive Power • Application Specific Status 1
• DC Inputs/
• Commands per
• Stack Settings Page 4
DC Monitors
• Inverter Subnet
• Primary DC Voltage • Mask
• Secondary DC Voltages • Inverter Gateway
• Secondary DC Currents • Address
Hardware I/O
Status 2
• Breaker/Contactors
Temperatures 1 • Pump/Blower Settings Page 5
• Inlet/Outlet Temp • Optional I/O PLC
• Inlet/Outlet Pressure • Enable
• I/O PLC IP Address
• Return Flow
Application
Custom
• Customer Specific
Temperatures 2 • Application Specific
• IGBT Module Temps
Standard version displays
• Total MWh
general purpose MF I/O status
• Real/Reactive Power

Inverter Operation
Operational States Whenever the inverter is in sleep mode and is inhibited from
exiting and progressing to the standard power-export state,
pressing the information “i” on the touch-screen will open
Sleep State the illustrated screen (on the right) indicating the reason why
the inverter is inhibited. In the example, there is an active
During the SLEEP state the following is the status of the
warning with the 60-second retry timer at 45 seconds. The
inverter and PV-system:
inverter will attempt to clear all non-critical faults and
● The inverter stacks are disconnected from the AC grid warnings using the 60-second retry timer. Pressing the Fault!
or Diagnostic Menu will provide further information.
● Power-stack contactors K8 K9 K10 are OPEN
● The DC voltage is below the Wake-up level
● The AC line voltage and frequency are within the grid-tie
specified limits
Whenever the PV voltage drops below the inverter’s
minimum, the inverter will enter the sleep state. When the
AC grid is first applied (or returns after a loss of grid-tie
tolerance event), there is a 300 seconds (5 minutes) period to
transition from the sleep state before grid synchronization
can begin. The HMI will display this count-down the seconds.
Should the solar array be unable to supply either enough
power to support power-export (typically 7500 W), or the
voltage drops below the minimum (500/555), the inverter will
display a “low array” fault and re-enter the sleep state. The
low-array and entry into the sleep state is typical in the
evening as irradiance diminishes, and often at first light in the
morning, when minimal irradiance may rise the array’s
open-circuit voltage (Vac), yet not have enough irradiance to
support either the minimum voltage or export-power
wattage. These are “normal” solar-system conditions and
events.

Inverter Operation
Wake-Up State Power Export

During the WAKEUP state the following conditions are During the power EXPORT state the following conditions are
present: present:
● The DC voltage is above the wake-up level ● DC Voltage is within the MPPT operating range of the
inverter
● The AC line voltage and frequency are within the grid-tie
specified limits ● AC Grid Voltage and frequency are within grid-tie
specification limits
This mode will last for approximately 10 seconds if the DC
voltage, AC voltage and frequency are within specifications ● The inverter stacks are synchronized with the AC line
(AC voltage waveform and frequency).
● The solar array is supplying sufficient power to inverter
(typically greater than 7500 W)

Inverter Operation
Faults
The HMI display will alert any active faults in the upper-left
section of the display (header).
To access the fault, navigate to the fault! menu, where the
date, fault code and a short description is displayed.
● Troubleshooting, beginning on Page 43, covers the
troubling-shooting aspects of the inverter.

Maintenance
Maintenance
The Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter is easy to
maintain. No periodic adjustments are required. Only basic
field-wiring, systems checks and inspections are required.
The monitoring system is designed to alert to operator of a
case requiring non-periodic maintenance. Only qualified
personnel shall maintain the inverter. Please consult your
local sales person for support.
CAUTION!
NOTICE!
Turn OFF and de-energize the Inverter before performing any

inspections or maintenance. Disconnect (open) and LOTO all
remote DC and AC power sources, following established
Lock-Out / Tag-Out procedures. Wait at least 5 minutes
before opening the enclosure doors to allow capacitive
energy to dissipate.

Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Following the inverter’s commissioning, the inverter must be
maintained on an appropriate schedule, fitting to the
installation. To establish the correct periodic maintenance
schedule, an initial check-list is provided in the table below.
Table 9. 30-Day, 6-Month and Annual Inspection and Maintenance

Comments
1) Record in Maintenance Log
Field Maintenance First First 2) Develop site-specific needs
Tasks/Checks/Maintenance Log 30 Days 6 Months Annual 3) Helpful recommendations
Field-Wiring Connection Torque ✔ ✔ ✔ Based upon the initial 30-day and 6-month findings, develop and
■ PV DC Input Circuits schedule recurring (periodic) maintenance tasks to ensure proper
❑ ±PV Circuit
field-wiring torque.
■ After the initial 30-day and 6-month inspection:
❑ Equip. Grounds
■ Annual Inspection and checks of the inverter is required,
■ AC Output Circuits
❑ Phases A/B/C
minimum.
❑ Field wiring (PV and AC connection points)
❑ Neutral (4-wire)
❑ Inverter
❑ Ground
❑ internal wiring and components
■ Inverter bolt-down fasteners
❑ Filter-Capacitor inspection
❑ Solar System external to the inverter
Air Filters and Passages ✔ ✔ ✔ Inspect: Clean or Replace as Required

■ Inlets Excessive environmental dust that will require more periodic filter
■ Outlets checking and cleaning.
What is the cause of the filter dirt?
■ Local (temporary) construction or activity
■ Long-term (chronic) air contaminates
❑ Increase periodic filter maintenance/change
Overall Condition ✔ ✔ ✔ Is there any undue water or moisture ingress?

■ Water Ingress ■ Loss of seals
❑ Conduit Seals ■ High (condensing) Humidity
❑ Cable/Wire glands ■ Local flooding or Splash
❑ Control HMI ■ Overall exterior condition

❑ Cabinet
■ Overall Interior Condition
❑ Transformer
Has the Inverter performed as Expected?
■ Inverter Operation
If Not, Why?
❑ Data Collection
■ Determine cause(s)
❑ Power Meter
❑ Inverter specific
❑ Monitoring System
❑ Solar Site specific
❑ Expected Energy Harvest
❑ Temperatures
– Modules
❑ Lose Cables
– Shading
❑ Evidence of “hot spots” at
– Soiling
❑ Note for future maintenance
Connections
❑ AC Grid Connections
❑ Labels (sun faded?)
❑ Vandalism /Damage
❑ Other as Specified

Maintenance
Table 9. 30-Day, 6-Month and Annual Inspection and Maintenance, continued

Comments
ANNUAL INSPECTION — — ✔ Note ALL the CONNECTIONS
■ Perform all of the 30-day and ■ Inverter
6-month checks and tasks ❑ Filters
■ Additional Annual Items ❑ Capacitors
❑ See Comments ❑ Internal connections
❑ Power meter
❑ Monitoring Systems
❑ Cabinet Doors and Locks
❑ HMI Display
❑ Bolt-Downs
❑ Other as Specified
Cooling System Inspection ✔ ✔ ✔ Inspection of liquid cooling system for any sign of leakage, liquid
accumulation, discoloration, loss of pressure and/or flow, and operating
pressure higher than normal.
Cooling Hoses Inspection — — ✔ Inspect the cooling system hoses for any sign of cracks, leakage,
deformation, discoloration, chocking, and any other abnormality.
■ Replace if necessary
Expansion Tank — — ✔ Refill and re-charge the expansion tank as necessary

Radiator (heat exchanger) Inspection — — ✔ Inspection of the cooling system radiator (heat exchanger) for dust/dirt
accumulation, leakage, and fin damage.
■ Vacuum/brush with a soft-brush, only
❑ Avoid damaging/deforming the fins
– Restore fins using fin-restoration tools, only

■ Inspect the air inlet and exhaust ducts for any damage or
blockage
❑ Clean as necessary
– Repair or replace as necessary

Main Blower Inspection — — ✔ Visual inspection of the Blower:
■ Motor and Fan assembly ■ Inspect blades for bending, cracks, deformation, wear and
abrasion
Perform manual operation of blower observing for;
■ Abnormal noise
■ Vibration

Liquid Pump Inspection — — ✔ Visual Inspection of the Cooling Pump and its mounting
■ Inspect for any coolant leakage
■ With the inverter off, operate the motor and observe for
❑ noise, vibration
❑ cooling-system pressure data recordings (psi)
❑ coolant flow rate (gpm)

Overall Check-up — — ✔ Inspection and/or functional check of fuses, protection devices (surge
and lightning, fuses, circuit breakers, contactors, etc.), safety devices
(E-stop, ground-fault circuit and components, etc.)
Software upgrades — — ✔ Check for Software upgrades (consult Eaton)
Main LV Circuit Breaker Inspecting and — — ✔ Inspect and test main LV Circuit Breaker
testing – Repair or replace as necessary

Maintenance
Table 9. 30-Day, 6-Month and Annual Inspection and Maintenance, continued

Comments
Control Electrical Connections Inspection — — ✔ Conduct an Inspection of the Control connections
■ Terminals and wires
■ Harness
❑ Chafing
❑ Heat exposure, de-coloration of wires
– Repair or Replace as necessary

Enclosure paint and Condition — — ✔ Inspect the enclosure (cabinet) for
■ Damage or Rust
■ Moisture egress
❑ Door seals
■ Labels and markings
❑ Replace missing or damaged labels
– Safety and operation

– Solar-site labels as per Code and site.
Repair
❑ Prime and re-paint surfaces or structure
❑ Re-seal or replace sealing-components
Cooling flush and Clean-up — — When pump Cooling flush (renew) and clean-up
is serviced
Inspect the Solar Array and Cables ✔ ✔ ✔ See PV System Details
■ Panel Condition
■ All Strings Checked
■ PV Disconnects
■ Labels
The maintenance-schedule log shown in Appendix H (or 3. Immerse the filter in a solution of warm soapy water,
similar) should have entries made to document when and using a mild detergent. Rinse with clear water and let
what maintenance is performed by the qualified personnel. completely dry.
The maintenance log should include air filter cleaning or
replacement, inspection of the air inlets and air outlets for 4. Discard the filter, replace with new filter (material).
the absence of foreign debris that could impede air-flow on
the outside of the inverter, internal and external component Component Inspection
and connection inspection inside and externally associated
with the inverter. An annual inspection should be made on all components.
Components, including bus-bars and connections should be
inspected for the any sign of overheating and an
Air Filters accumulation of foreign material on the component or inside
The frequency of air filter maintenance will depend on the the inverter. To prevent damage to the inverter circuit-boards
local environment in which the inverter is located. and electronic components, use only ESD-free Vacuum
Dust-prone environments will require more frequent air-filter equipment to clean inside the inverter, the air-filters if
maintenance. The following procedure may be used to in-place, and the radiator. Notice: Damage to components
access and perform maintenance on the air filter. due to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is not covered by
warranty.
One of the following procedures may be used to clean or
service the filters, after removal from the inverter.
Connection Inspection
1. Vacuum the filter (material)
An annual inspection should be made on all electrical
2. Rinse the filter with a stream of water, and let the filter connections and wiring. The rated torque values for bolted
completely dry. connections are provided in Appendix D.

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Reasons for troubleshooting the inverter include annunciated Identifying Inverter Faults and Warnings
faults, reduced-exported power, and physical damage to the
inverter from external events. Understanding the basis of any Detected events or situations that prevent power export are
troubles characterized as either array-based, inverter-based annunciated via the HMI and Modbus as either faults or
or grid-based forms the analysis process of troubleshooting warnings. In addition, a history log is stored on-board the
the inverter. inverter.
● The inverter will indicate specific faults and warnings via
Array-Input the HMI display.
The inverter’s input-power window is the specified minimum ● Active and historical data is stored under the fault! menu
and maximum DC voltage while supplying enough current to and can be accessed via the HMI display.
overcome approximately 0.5% of the inverter’s AC power
rating. The minimum DC voltage is defined as the lower
MPPT voltage. The inverter will not synchronize to the utility
and export power when the PV array is below its minimum Inverter Response to Faults and Warnings
voltage. The maximum DC voltage is defined as 1000 V, FAULT and WARNING are divided in 4 categories which
typically corresponding to the photovoltaic array’s Vac during provide the basis of the inverter’s behavior whenever these
non-operation. The PV array (input power) must always are detected or present. The FAULT category takes
remain slightly greater than the export power (barring precedence over the WARNING category. Detection takes
momentary LVRT events if the inverter is so equipped or place in any state, however;
operated). While detected and annunciated as a FAULT or
WARNING, loss of the appropriate photovoltaic input-power ● For instance … if already in the fault state and a critical
may not be considered an inverter-centric troubleshooting fault occurs, the inverter transitions appropriately.
event. For example, when operating near the inverter’s lower
voltage window, large arrays can lose enough power due to
● When in the critical fault state, the inverter will still detect
sudden shading that the inverter will shut-off as its natural most warnings and faults, yet they will not be acted upon.
power processing will collapse the array’s voltage. While
Fault location:
such events are outside the scope of this manual and normal
inverter operation, understanding the available faults and ● Power-Stack 1 indicates the fault occurred in the 1st
warnings will give rise to determining if an external event inverter (left-side stack).
adversely affected the inverter’s INPUT.
● Power-Stack 2 indicates the fault occurred in the 2nd
inverter (middle stack).
AC-Output
The inverter’s sinusoidal output waveform must match the ● Power-Stack 3 indicates the fault occurred in the 3rd
utility’s across the step-up transformer’s 3-phases, inverter (right-side stack).
accounting for voltage magnitude, frequency, phase-angle,
and power-factor. The UL1741 grid-tie IEEE 1547 settings Inverter system (Inv sys):
are the default-basis for the grid specification and continued ● Indicates the fault occurred outside of the inverter, and
inverter operation. While detected and annunciated as a within the separate diagnostic circuits from the modules or
FAULT or WARNING, loss of the appropriate grid may not be stacks.
considered an inverter-centric troubleshooting event. While
such events are outside the scope of this manual and normal Fault text on HMI:
inverter operation, understanding the available faults and
warnings will give rise to determining if an external event ● Displays the fault code followed by the fault text
adversely affected the AC-OUTPUT.
DESCRIPTION is a basic statement about the fault
Inverter RESOLUTION is the basic recommendation for gathering
Multiple fault-tolerant control algorithms will always try to information, addressing the issue and resuming inverter
reset the inverter whenever the PV-array or AC-Grid fall operation.
outside of the operating specifications, automatically
resuming operation once both the input (array) and output
(grid) are within specification. While complex
engineering-level diagnostic steps are outside the scope of
this manual, understanding the available faults and warnings
will give rise to determining if an internal event adversely
affected the INVERTER.

Troubleshooting
Faults and Warning Actions and Resolution
Table 10. Fault and Warning Types: Actions and Resolution

Fault Type/Category Actions and Resolutions
CRITICAL FAULT CRITICAL FAULTS will stop the inverter and isolate it from both AC and DC (PV).
■ Opens the Stack’s Output contactors (K8, K9, K10)
■ Opens the Main AC breaker (CB1)
■ Opens the stacks’ DC disconnects (DS1, DS2, DS3).
A CRITICAL FAULT will not automatically retry and can only be re-set by the following manual
intervention methods. From the HMI;
■ Disable the inverter via the first screen of the Operation menu: Press Disable .
■ Re-close the Disconnects DS1-2-3 via the Charge Request on the menu.
❑ This restores the photovoltaic connection to the inverter stacks.
❑ The inverter’s control power, CB2, does not have to be re-cycled
■ Enable the inverter following the completion of the pre-charge procedure.

❑ Re-starting the inverter issues a “Clear CRITICAL FAULT” condition to the inverter.
❑ Note that the underlying condition(s) originally causing the CRITICAL FAULT must be remedied.
❑ For the signals having both open and closed feedback, the intent is to detect wiring errors or
loose wires. These are classified as CRITICAL, as a solution cannot be fixed without physical
presence at the inverter.
FAULT A FAULT will stop the inverter and isolate it from the AC.
■ Opens the Stack’s Output contactors (K8, K9, K10)
■ Opens the Main AC breaker (CB1)
❑ DC disconnects remain closed (DS1, DS2, DS3)
Fault will not be automatically retry and can only be re-started by the following manual intervention
methods. From the HMI;
■ Attempt to clear the fault by the Fault Reset function of the HMI
❑ If the fault does not re-set (clear), re-check the underlying cause
Alternatively;
■ Disable the inverter via the first screen of the Operation menu: Press Disable .
■ Enable the inverter following the completion of the pre-charge procedure.
❑ The inverter’s control power, CB2, does not have to be cycled
❑ Re-Starting the inverter issues a “Clear Fault” condition to the inverter.
❑ Note that the underlying condition(s) originally causing the fault must be remedied.
■ A non-critical fault may be reset locally or via SCADA controller (if the unit is being controlled via
an interconnect-approved external SCADA system.)

WRF A WARNING that can potentially develop into either category of FAULTS whenever the warning is not
Warning becomes a Fault cleared (corrected) before the retry attempts is reached.
■ The inverter will automatically attempt to clear the warnings and resume operation for 600 times
(10 hours), unless otherwise noted.

■ Upon the warning, the inverter will stay in sleep mode for at minimum the “Retry Time” of 60
seconds.
❑ Output contactors open (K8, K9, K10)
■ AC breaker remains closed
❑ Main AC breaker (CB1) remains closed
■ DC disconnects remain closed
Alternatively;
■ Re-Enabling the inverter issues a “Clear Warning” condition to the inverter.

Troubleshooting
Table 10. Fault and Warning Types: Actions and Resolution, continued
Fault Type/Category Actions and Resolutions
WR∞ A WARNING with an infinite retry.
Warning cannot become a fault ■ The inverter will automatically attempt to clear the warnings and resume operation.
❑ Output contactors open (K8, K9, K10)
■ AC breaker remains closed
❑ Main AC breaker (CB1) remains closed
■ DC disconnects remain closed
Alternatively;
■ Re-Enabling the inverter issues a “Clear Warning” condition to the inverter.
W ■ If a Schweitzer FAULT occurs (grid disturbance), the “Reconnect” time dictates the minimum delay
Warning before attempt. (default is 5 minutes, typical to UL1741)
Schweitzer Protection Relay Notes ■ The AC breaker CB1 will open in this case due to wiring between Schweitzer and Magnum shunt
trip.
NOTIFY Items that address servicing the inverter
Figure 28 on Page 46 contains a machine state diagram of

the inverter’s operational states, which can be helpful for
diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting
Figure 28. Power Xpert Solar Machine-State Transition Diagram
Table 11. Critical Faults: CRITICAL FAULTS

Critical Resolution
Faults Display Text Description Following these steps. if fault continues, contact Eaton service
CF1 CB1 Fault Circuit Breaker 1 hardware feedback fault 1. Check CB1 wiring
(Wiring Error Detection) 2. Ensure that CB1 is powered
CF2 Disconnect 1 Fault DC DS1 Disconnect hardware feedback fault Check DC Disconnect DS1 wiring
(Wiring Error Detection)
DCF7 Disconnect Open Occurs when a DC Disconnect is manually 1. Do not open DC disconnects (DS1 DS2 DS3) while running
opened during operation. 2. Check DC disconnect shunt-trip wiring.
ESTOP E-Stop Input Local E-Stop pushbutton asserted 1. Pull OUT the E-Stop button
Button pulled OUT is the “normal” non-fault position
2. Reset fault via HMI
3. Check E-Stop wiring on the control section cabinet door
The three circuit contacts are of the N.C. (fail-safe) type
FUF1 Fuse Fault 1 Filter Capacitor Fuse Fault Check the 400 A LC filter fuses in Stack 1 (continuity check)
Indicates one of the filter-capacitor fuses ■ F13 –FSW1 | F14 –FSW2 | F15 –FSW3
failed in Stack 1. ■ Circuits from CAUX2-J3-8 to TB11-7

Troubleshooting
Table 11. Critical Faults: CRITICAL FAULTS, continued

Critical Resolution
GF Ground Fault Photovoltaic Ground Fault Detection and Reference the GFDI troubleshooting section
Interruption (GFDI). 5 A FU3 cleared and/or
CB3 has tripped
PS3 Logic 3.3 V Power Fail Logic 3.3 V Power Fail Contact Eaton
PS5 Logic 5 V Power Fail Main Communication board PIB 5 V power Check for 5 V on the power supply PS9
supply failure ■ COMMC board J1(+) to J1(-) shall be 5 Vdc
■ PS9 feed from TB4-4 (+24 V) from power-supply PS1-EMI-2-L1
■ PS9 feed from TB4-12 (Gnd) from power-supply PS1-EMI-2-N
PS15 Logic 15 V Power Fail Main control board PIB ±15 V power supply 1. Check for +15 V on the power supply PS2 (from TB4-1)
failure – TB3-1 to PIB-J20-1 shall be +15 Vdc (to TB3-5 / PIB-J20-2)
2. Check for -15 V on the power supply PS3 (from TB4-2)
– TB3-9 to PIB-J20 shall be –15 Vdc (to TB3-5 / PIB-J20-2)
PS24 Aux 24 V Power Fail Main control board PIB 24 V auxiliary power Check for 24 V on the aux. power supply
supply failure ■ PS4 (CAN)
■ TB4-3 (+24 V) from power-supply PS1-EMI-2-L1
■ TB4-11 (Gnd) from power-supply PS1-EMI-2-N
SEQ1 Pre-Charge Timeout Pre-charge operation not completed within 1. Verify PV voltage, allow DC-bus voltage to diminish
30 seconds (bleed-down). Reset fault on HMI, then re-start the pre-charge,
PV Voltage must be >0 Vdc close DS1 DS2 DS3 closing disconnects within 30-seconds of the HMI “charging”
PV-voltage relative to existing DC-Bus (stack) state icon-buttons illumination.
voltage must be <20 Vdc to perform pre-charge 2. Check the DC disconnect / pre-charge aux-switch (ST) wiring.
(close DS1-2-3).
SF0–SF5 Internal Fault 00–05 Internal non-recoverable fault in main controller 1. Reset Fault on HMI operation menu
(DSP uP) or the Control Board. 2. Disable Inverter completely), then cycle the control-power.
SF0: Reserved ! Warning of AC Arc-flash if/when CB2 is cycled!
SF1: Invalid State Fault 3. Contact Eaton
SF2: Reserved
SF3: Software Incompatible
SF4: NVRAM Fault
SF5: Reserved
XI0 Door Open Protected Cabinet Door Open 1. Close all cabinet doors
2. Check cabinet door switches
XI1–XI4 External Fault(s) 1–4 External Interlock Fault Four optional provisions allowing external-event or
(optional, for customer equipment / usage) equipment-interfaced critical faults. Loss of signal-voltage
(open-circuit) type of action.
❑ External Fault 1 – TB9-1 – PIB J14-3 (+24 Vdc)
■ Customer/Eaton: specific to implementation
XCF1–XCF4 Definable Faults User Defined Fault Future provision. Definable Faults.
■ Consult Eaton

Troubleshooting
Table 12. Non-Critical Faults: FAULT

Non-Critical Resolution
CTF3 Charge 1 Control Charging contactors feedback does not Check Charge contactor K1 and K2 auxiliary feedback wiring
match commanded
match commanded
match commanded
CTF6 Discon 1 Control DC Disconnect 1 is not responding to shunt 1. Manually open DC Disconnect DS1
trip command. 2. Check DC Disconnect DS1 wiring
CTF12 Blower Fault Variable Frequency Drive Fault (Blower) 1. Fault code can be read from the VFD display in the Cooling
Section
2. Press “Reset: on the VFD
CTF13 Blower Control Fault VFD Run Feedback (VFD_CLOSED) does not Check I/O control wiring on the front terminal block of the VFD
match commanded.
The inverter is able to detect if the VFD has
stalled. If it has it will attempt to recycle the
run command two (2) additional times before
asserting this Blower Control Fault.
PSF1 INV1 24 V Fail Inverter Stack-1 SIB 24 V Power Supply Failure 1. Check for 24 V on the SIB (Inverter 1) from 280 Vdc/24 Vdc
power supply, PS5 24 Vdc across SIB1-J8-1 (wire 18RD313)
and SIB1-J8-2 (wire 18BK314)
2. Check for 280 Vdc across TB2-2 (wire 18RD606) and
TB2-9 (wire 18BK612)
3. Check for 280 Vdc across TB2-1 (wire 14RD603) and
TB2-9 (wire 14BK604)
4. Replace power supply if defective
5. Contact Eaton for a SIB1 failure
2. Check for 280 Vdc across TB2-3 (wire 18RD607) and TB2-11
(wire 18BK613)
(wire 14BK604)
(wire 18BK614)
(wire 14BK604)

Troubleshooting
Table 12. Non-Critical Faults: FAULT, continued

Non-Critical Resolution
XF1–XF20 External Fault 1–20 General Purpose External Fault Optional: up to 20 I/O at terminal Block TBC1–20
As implemented per customer/site: definition/de-bounce/set level(s)/
type-of-fault
■ Analog Input voltages (from an external source): 0–24 Vdc
■ Analog Input current (from an external current-loop): 4–20 mA
■ Digital Inputs (from external switch-to-ground):
❑ +5 V pull-up circuit at inverter
Usages examples:
■ Medium Voltage Transformer
❑ temperature transducer fault
❑ coolant level / temperature / pressure / rapid-rise / etc.
Table 13. Warnings That Become Faults: WARNING R FAULT

Resolution
Warning R F Display Text Description Following these steps. if fault continues, contact Eaton service
ACF1 CB1 Control Warning Indicates that the PCC (point of common 1. Verify CB1 control-wiring connections
coupling) is not responding to command.
ACF2 Anti-Island Warning Warning asserted when the anti-islanding Frequency-based detection: Check for sudden loss of utility
detects an island condition. 1. Clear faults on the HMI
ACF3 Current Imbalance Any line-to-line current differential exceeding 1. Check HMI Monitors, Line currents menu
50%. 2. Verify reading in Magnum AC breaker
3. Check mains AC line wiring
4. Check ribbon cable connections.
5. Check CT wiring on output bus.
CTF9 K8 Control Stack 1 AC contactor (K8) feedback does not 1. Check K8 contactor auxiliary feedback wiring
match commanded 2. If first time operating inverter, make sure all factory jumpers
have been removed from the contact.
3. Check (series-routed) voltages on coil: 208 Vac L-L
K8-A1: TB1-15 - K8-A2: TB1-8
K9-A1: K8-A1 - K9-A2: K8-A2
K10-A1: K8-A1 - K10-A2: K8-A2
CTW14 Pump Control Fault Pump Feedback does not match commanded 1. Check for control power at the pump: 208 Vac L-L
(evoked after 5 unsuccessful retries) ■ F49- TB1-4–TR2-X1 | F50- TB1-11–TR2-X2 | F51- TB1-22–TR2-X3
■ 6.25 A Fuses F49 | F50 | F51
2. Check that AUTO reset has been selected on pump

contactor K14
3. Check pump and K14 contactor wiring
DCF1 Array Backfeed Detection of current into the array greater than 1. Check HMI Monitors, Main menu; polarity of “Export Power'”
–25 Amps for 10 seconds. 2. Check for damaged modules
3. Verify GFDI fuse F3 is intact

Troubleshooting
Table 13. Warnings That Become Faults: WARNING R FAULT, continued

Resolution
DCF2 IDC Over Neg Software Overcurrent detection (negative 1. Check inverter re-combiner and DC bus-bar connections
direction) 2. Check array wiring external to inverter
Detection of possible miss-wiring in the array
where IDC Feedback of any stack exceeds –50 A
for 3 seconds.
DCF3 IDC Over Pos Software Overcurrent detection (positive 1. Check inverter re-combiner and DC bus-bar connections
direction) 2. Check array wiring external to inverter
Detection of possible short circuit in the array
where IDC Feedback exceeds 1136 A for any
stack for 10 msec
DCF4 Vdc Over Software DC Overvoltage Detection. Typical extreme cold condition: array Voc exceeds 1,000 V when
Detected when the primary DC voltage exceeds inverter is in sleep mode.
1080 Vdc for 60 seconds 1. Verify ambient temperatures and array or string open-circuit
voltage (Voc)
2. Check possible miss-wiring in the array … exceeding
design-limit of modules/string
3. Check HMI Monitors, Main menu; 'DC Voltage
4. Check Main VTB4 sensor in DC cabinet section
DCF5 Vdc Over Fast Fast DC over-voltage protection of 110% of Reason dependent upon time of occurrence: sleep mode vs.
rated feedback. (Nominal value = 1000 Vdc) power-export mode
Trip level: 1100 Vdc for 1 msec Sleep mode: Array (string) Voc exceeds inverter rating: see DCF4
Power-export mode: Possible cloud-effect of solar array during
extreme-cold
Check possible miss-wiring in the array … exceeding design-limit of
modules/string
1. Check HMI Monitors, Main menu; 'DC Voltage
2. Check Main VTB4 sensor in DC cabinet section
3. Check stack VTB1 VTB2 VTB3 sensors in LC Cabinet
GRF1 Grid A Overcurrent Over-current protection of 115% rated Inverter sourcing too much current into the transformer/grid
feedback. (Nominal value = 2706 A) 1. Check transformer taps for proper set-up ratio can indicate
Trip level: 3112 A >1 msec incorrect MV-transformer or mains’ transformer taps
2. Check inverter current-transformer CTA wiring
GRF2 Grid B Overcurrent Over-current protection of 115% rated Inverter sourcing too much current into the transformer/grid
2. Check inverter current-transformer CTB wiring
GRF3 Grid C Overcurrent Over-current protection of 115% rated Inverter sourcing too much current into the transformer/grid
2. Check inverter current-transformer CTC wiring
GRF4 Grid A Voltage Over-voltage protection of 125% of rated signal Inverter detecting over-voltage on its output
(Nominal value = 320/356 Vac) 1. Check transformer taps for proper set-up ratio can indicate
Trip level: 400/445 Vac >1 msec incorrect MV-transformer or mains’ transformer taps
2. Check inverter voltage-sense transformer TR1A wiring
GRF5 Grid B Voltage Over-voltage protection of 125% of rated signal Inverter detecting over-voltage on its output
(Nominal value = 320/356 V) 1. Check transformer taps for proper set-up ratio can indicate
Trip level: 400/445 Vac >1 msec incorrect MV-transformer or mains’ transformer taps
2. Check inverter voltage-sense transformer TR1B wiring
GRF6 Grid C Voltage Over-voltage protection of 125% of rated signal Inverter detecting over-voltage on its output
(Nominal value = 320/356 Vac) 1. Check transformer taps for proper set-up ratio can indicate
Trip level: 400/445 Vac > 1 msec incorrect MV-transformer or mains’ transformer taps
2. Check inverter voltage-sense transformer TR1B wiring

Troubleshooting

Resolution
GRF7 Grid Overcurrent Software detected grid over current Inverter sourcing too-much current into the transformer/grid
Trips if any phase > 3090 A >5 msec ■ Possible PV Cloud-effect induced power-spike coupled to
marginal tap settings and/or rapid grid-voltage drop (local

excessive power demands)
1. Check transformer taps for proper set-up ratio can indicate
incorrect MV-transformer or mains’ transformer taps
2. Check inverter current-transformers CTA/B/C wiring
IF1 Inverter 1 Current Instantaneous Module Overcurrent on SIB 1. Check all ribbon cable connections. On SIB1
board 110% of peak nominal value 2. Fault reset on HMI, retry inverter
(Nominal value = 1000 A
Trip level: 1550 A peak, 1100 A RMS
(Nominal value = 1000 A)
IFS1 Inverter 1 Fault Instantaneous Module Overcurrent on SIB 1. Check all ribbon cable connections. On SIB1
(Software) board 110% of peak nominal value 2. Fault reset on HMI, retry inverter
IF4 Inverter Control Internal Fault Contact Eaton support
IF5 Internal Watchdog Internal EPLD not responding Check PIB for physical visual damage
Warning ■ Possible ESD induced failure
Never use non-ESD free Vacuum equipment or compressed air to

clean the inverter
OF Over-Frequency Grid over-frequency alarm SEL set for UL1741 grid-tie parameters: incompatible with
Frequency >101.6% over-frequency ride-thru
Rated Frequency [60.96 Hz] for 1.2 sec ■ Check for/if SCADA control seeking over-frequency ride-thru
SEL Protection Relay Schweitzer Protection Relay fault Check the SEL Protection relay for proper operation
■ SEL monitors utility over/under voltage and frequency, as per its
settings
SEQ2 Wakeup Timeout Magnitude and phase voltage synchronization 1. Check for collapsing PV array voltage when inverter is entering
failed to be achieved within the time threshold. power-export mode
The grid-sync feedback via CAUX4 unable to 2. Check Sync transformers TR5 TR6 TR7 in LC cabinet:
sustain waveform for 30 sec. ■ Fuses F78 -83 1-Amp
■ Resistors R7A-C | R8A-C | R9A-C wiring at TBT/R5 /R6 /R7
3. Check CAN Board CAUX4 connector J5 wiring to/from TBT/R5 /

R6 /R7

Troubleshooting

Resolution
THM1 Main Cab Overtemp Main Cabinet Over Temperature switch. 1. Verify FAN4 in Control cabinet section is operational
Temperature over 60 °C (140 °F) for ■ Verify 2 A Fuse F77
>60 seconds 2. Check temperature switch TSW-CAB in control cabinet: 60 °C
set-point and wiring
THM5 Flow Fault Return water flow GPM is less than the Verify cooling pump operation: This Warning set to 5-retires (not 600)
minimum flow threshold (27 GPM) for 1. Check possible pump overload relay trip.
5 seconds. 2. Check cooling pressures
THM6 IGBT M1A Temp IGBT module M1A exceeds over-temperature 1. Verify temperature reading on HMI: Monitor-menu
threshold (96 °C) for 2 seconds 2. Check SIB1 for physical damage, ribbon-cable connectors to/
from M1A module
clean the inverter
THM7 IGBT M1B Temp IGBT module M1B exceeds over-temperature 1. Verify temperature reading on HMI: Monitor-menu
from M1B module
clean the inverter
THM8 IGBT M1C Temp IGBT module M1C exceeds over-temperature 1. Verify temperature reading on HMI: Monitor-menu
from M1C module
clean the inverter
from M2A module
clean the inverter
from M2B module
clean the inverter
from M2C module
clean the inverter
from M3A module
clean the inverter
from M3B module
clean the inverter
from M3C module
clean the inverter

Troubleshooting

Resolution
THM15 Inlet Pressure Indicates that the stacks’ inlet pressure is less Pressure exiting the coolant pump: pump outlet
than the under-pressure threshold (20 PSI) or 1. Verify Inlet Pressure reading on HMI: Monitor-menu
greater than the over-pressure threshold 2. Check for coolant leaks
(60 PSI) for 3 seconds while the pump is 3. Check coolant Pressure Sensor/Transducer PT1 in LC Cabinet
running. section: wiring
■ TB11-4 | TB11-11 | CANUX2 J6-6/1/(2-shield drain-wire)
THM16 Inlet Water Temp Stacks’ Inlet Water Temperature sensor Coolant is not sufficiently cooled exiting the radiator
exceeds over-temp threshold (70 °C) for 1. Verify Inlet Temp reading on HMI: Monitor menu
10 seconds. 2. Check for coolant leaks
3. Check for: blower operation | air-filter blockage or reduction of
air-flow thru radiator
4. Check coolant Temperature Sensor/Transducer TT1 in LC
cabinet section: wiring
THM17 Outlet Pressure Indicates that the stacks’ outlet pressure is less Pressure entering the coolant pump: pump inlet
than or equal to the minimum outlet pressure 1. Verify Outlet Pressure reading on HMI: Monitor-menu
(20 PSI) for 3 seconds while the pump is 2. Check for coolant leaks
running. 3. Check coolant Pressure Sensor/Transducer PT2 in LC Cabinet
section: wiring
THM18 Outlet Water Temp Stacks’ Outlet Water Temperature sensor Coolant is exceeding allowed temperature-rise thru IBGT stacks, prior to
exceeds over-temperature threshold (72 °C) radiator
for 10 seconds. 1. Verify Outlet Temp reading on HMI compared to IGBT temps:
Monitor menu
■ Temperature 2 menu: M1A/B/C | M2A/B/C | M3A/B/C
■ Verify coolant Inlet Temp is within specification (sufficiently
cooled)
2. Check coolant Temperature Sensor/Transducer TT2 in LC
cabinet section: wiring
THM19 Choke Over Temp Indicates that one of the chokes has exceeded 1. Check choke temperature switch: TSW LO1 | LO2 | LO3
safe operating threshold 2. Check choke series-connected wiring
3. Check choke temperature switches wiring at: TB11-6 and
CANUX2-J6
4. Check for: blower operation | air-filter blockage or reduction of
air-flow thru radiator
And exiting into LC Cabinet section and then exiting rear of
inverter (air exit vents)
UF Under-Frequency Grid under-frequency alarm SEL set for UL1741 grid-tie parameters: incompatible with
Frequency <95% Rated Frequency [57 Hz] for low-frequency ride-thru
1.2 sec ■ Check for/if SCADA control seeking low-frequency ride-thru

Troubleshooting
Table 14. Warnings That Cannot Become Faults: FAULT R

Resolution
Fault R ∞ Display Text Description Following these steps. if fault continues, contact Eaton service
CL1 SCADA Comms Control (SCADA) Communication Fault 1. Check HMI System Diagnostics menu for indicator
Indicates loss of connection between the 2. Verify SCADA system is plugged into Ethernet switch
SCADA system and the COMMC board. 3. Verify SCADA network settings
4. Ensure that SCADA system is writing to communication
heartbeat set-point.
CL2 Internal Comms Loss of CAN communication was detected 1. Check COMMC and PIB cabling and terminations.
between COMMC board and main control 2. Reset (cycle) power to the COMMC and PIB
board (PIB).
CL3 Remote IO Comms Comm loss for any of the remote IO boards 1. Check cabling and termination
2. Reset power to boards
CL4 I/O PLC Comms Comm loss with optional custom IO PLC 1. Check Ethernet cable connection
2. Validate that PLC IP address matches d.351 configuration
CL5 Remote IO HW One or more Remote I/O boards is not 1. Check wiring to PIB, connector J15
connected to the PIB 2. Observe which LED on the PIB board is illuminated
D30~D32 correspond to CAN1~CAN3
D34~D36 correspond to CAN4~CAN6
DCF0 Array Low Low irradiance detection. Normal Operation (No Action Required)
This is detected when DC Power is less than ■ Evening transition from power-export to sleep states due to
7.5 kW or DC Voltage is under minimum PV Vdc waning irradiance

for >10 msec. ■ Common in early morning when low irradiance can’t support
power-export
Abnormal Operation (typically when solar irradiance > 200 W/m2)
■ Verify solar array modules for damage and source and output
ckts wiring defects

■ Verify inverter re-combiner, input OCPDs and bus-bar
connections
XW1–XW8 User-Defined User defined Warnings as part of the Consult Eaton prior to Inverter order/factory build
Multi-Function IO Feature set. 1. See equipment delivery documents
Examples: Typical to the medium-voltage
transformer;
1. Liquid Level Alarm; Activates low level
alarm circuit.
2. Liquid Temperature Alarm 1.
Low set-point
3. Liquid Temperature Alarm 2.
High set-point
4. Pressure Switch Alarm; Activates at
+6.0 PSIG falling
5. Vacuum Switch Alarm; Activates at
–2.5 PSIG falling

Troubleshooting
Table 15. Alerts That Signal Inverter Service Is Required: NOTIFY

Resolution
Notify Display Text Description Following these steps. if fault continues, contact Eaton service
SG1 AC Surge 1 Primary AC Surge Protector Failure Replace AC Surge protector SS2 and/or SS4 in the AC Cabinet Section
AC Surge devices between CB1 ■ Verify 30 A fuses F31 | F32 | F33
and K8/K9/K10 ■ Verify ckt-wiring SS2-12 – 18RD513 – CAUX3-J3-2
■ Verify ckt-wiring SS4-11 – 18RD3360 – TB10-2 (+24 V)
■ Verify ckt-wiring 18RD3360A between SS2-11 – SS4-12
SG2 AC Surge 2 AC Surge Protector Failure Replace AC Surge protector SS3 in the AC Cabinet Section
AC Surge device on TR2 X1/X2/X3 ■ Verify 30 A fuses F46 | F47 | F48
for 208/120- Vac ■ Verify ckt-wiring SS3-12 – 18RD581 – CAUX3-J3-5
SG3 DC Surge DC Surge Protector Failure Replace DC Surge protector SS1 in the lower DC Cabinet section
DC Surge device DC (PV) input circuits ■ Verify 20 A fuses F1 and F2
re-combiner ■ Verify ckt-wiring SS1-12 – 18RD501 – CAUX1-J3-1
XN1 – XN8 User-Defined User defined Notify messages as part of Consult Eaton prior to Inverter order/factory build
the Multi-Function IO Feature set. 1. See equipment delivery documents
Table 16. Inverter Inhibit Status: INHIBIT

Inhibit Resolution
Status Display Text Description Following these steps. if fault continues, contact Eaton service
I1B0 Retry Timer Active The 60-second re-connect count-down timer is 1. Verify solar irradiance > 200 W/m2 or if Low-Array is active
active and preventing exit from Sleep mode 2. Verify utility-grid is not > 105% at initial grid-tie start-up(s), e.g.;
■ Mornings
■ Re-start following service or grid-outage
I1B1 Warning Active Any of the warnings are active, preventing exit Verify and address active inverter warnings or faults
from Sleep mode
I1B2 Temp Inhibit Indicates that the stacks’ inlet water is below Verify cabinet heaters are enabled and set to proper values
the minimum threshold (–20 °C/–4 °F),
preventing exit from Sleep mode
I1B3 Array Inhibit Indicates that one of the following array 1. Verify solar irradiance > 200 W/m2 or if Low-Array is active
conditions are preventing exit from 2. Verify string-voltage does not exceed NEC 1000 V for extreme
Sleep mode (cold) temperatures.
1. Array Vdc < Wakeup Voltage 3. Verify Inverter operational settings on HMI
2. Array Vdc > Maximum Rated
DC Voltage (1100 Vdc)
3. All inverter stacks are disabled.
I1B4 Reconnect Timer Active The utility-grid must be within the IEEE1547 Normal initial grid-connection timer.
voltage and frequency parameters (valid) for
5 minutes (300 seconds) prior to grid-tie (sync)
attempt.
I1B5 SEL Fault Active SEL protection relay has detected the utility-grid 1. Verify utility-grid voltage and frequency
outside of the IEEE1547 under or over voltage 2. Verify utility-grid is within SEL settings
SEL settings, else under or over the frequency
SEL settings.

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Ground-Faults GFDI Circuit Description

The Power Xpert Solar Inverter is equipped with PV-array Fundamentally, the GFDI, illustrated in Figure 29 and located
ground fault protection as defined in the National Electric in the LC cabinet, is an intentional ground-path (wire)
Code, Article 690.5. This fault typically occurs external to the between the inverter GET (i.e., equipment or earth ground)
inverter once any external PV disconnect switches are in the and the grounded-PV bus inside the inverter forming the
closed (ON) position and photovoltaic circuits are applied to PV-system’s “single point ground” … meaning this is the
the inverter. This detection and interruption of a PV array only point of the entire PV-array system that
ground-fault2a is intended to prevent circulating fault current completes-the-circuit between equipment/earth-ground and
in DC PV circuits. the PV negative. To this intentional ground-path is added the
GFDI composed of a magnitude-only DC current sensor (CS1
As equipped for grid-tie inverters over 250 kW, the inverter’s sensor), a DC Circuit Breaker (CB3) w/trip-shunt, and a 5 A
Ground Fault Detection and Interrupting (GFDI) components fuse (F3) with trip-indicator. The GFDI breaker and fuse are
form a circuit able to detect and open a 5-ampere fault on the connected in series (inline), while the GFDI-wire passes thru
non-grounded PV conductors whether the inverter is the Hall-effect DC current sensor. In addition, a high-wattage
exporting power or not. This is a critical fault, demanding series resistor circuit (4 x 1000 Ohms) is connected from the
the inverter shut-off (cease exporting AC power), open GET (Ground Bus) to the grounded (negative) PV bus. This
(disconnect) its output AC Contactors (K8/K9/K10), Main 4000 Ohms resistor circuit becomes paramount in
AC breaker (CB1), and the input DC disconnects (DS1, DS2, determining whether a “ground fault” is a Positive or
DS3). These actions will interrupt the fault-current (stop the Negative type. Refer to the inverter diagrams, Figure 29 and
circulating fault-current), isolate the inverter from the fault inside the LC cabinet for these devices and circuits.
and annunciate the required critical-fault error message,
ground fault on the HMI and Modbus as per Code. Reference In the event of a positive ground-fault, the GFDI fuse F3 or
Table 11 for this listed fault, and Figure 29 for the GFDI CB3 will open (interrupt the 5 A fault-current, as per Code)
diagram. In the troubleshooting discussion that follows, the and PV-positive voltage will remain “applied” to the
components that make-up the GFDI circuit diagram shall be equipment/earth-ground plane. This means normally-
referred to as either the GFDI or the GFDI circuit. grounded system equipment, such as module-frames,
racking, conduit, transformers, switchboards, and the
The GFDI will further detect an external grounded-PV- grounded-inverter cabinet and components will be at or
conductor fault when such a fault develops 5 amperes near full PV positive open-circuit potential (Voc) relative to
functioning as a parallel PV-current return-path via the GFDI the grounded (negative) PV. This is why the NEC 690.5 (C)
to the normal grounded-conductors path while the inverter is requires the signage:
exporting power (operating). This situation can only happen
when the inverter is operating due to the fundamental aspect
of a grounded-PV system. Upon detection of this DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard
parallel-current path formed by an external PV-conductor If a grounded fault is indicated, normally
ground-fault, the inverter will notify and cease power-export grounded conductors may be ungrounded
in the established method. This “negative ground fault” and energized.
situation has not traditionally been considered a PV Ground
Fault, yet understanding the inverter’s GFDI operation will The GFDI detects for current flowing through the 5 A fused
help in analyzing possible “blind-spots” in grounded-PV ground-path (wire circuit16BK204 to 16GN900 in Figure 29),
system’s ground-faults as noted in the NEC 2014 edition, which will happen if anywhere in the PV-array system a
Article 690.5 (A) (1), albeit to the 5 A level. non-grounded PV conductor is faulted (short/touch) to
earth-ground. If the inverter is turned-off or de-energized, the
The inverter’s GFDI does not detect, nor mitigate, direct
CS1 current-sensor will not work, nor will CB3 trip-shunt to
PV faults between PV Positive and Negative beyond the
an open-circuit, but the passive 5 A F3 fuse will clear (open)
possible clearing any of the inverter’s re-combiner OCPD
tripping the fuse holder microswitch from its normally open
fuse. Inverters not fitted with input OCPD fuses have no
(NO) state to closed. The cleared fuse will interrupt the
means to address array-backfeed faults, whatsoever.
fault-current in the GFDI circuit. Once the inverter is
The inverter’s GFDI does not detect PV circuit arc-faults, turned-on and 24 V GFDI control power is available, the fuse/
whether at the re-combiner or string level. holder’s tripped indicator will trip-shunt CB3 open and alert
the inverter of the ground-fault condition, evoking the ground
The inverter’s GFDI does not mitigate any PV (DC) arc-flash fault error and preventing the inverter from operating. To
potential or reduce incident energy or shock hazard. Nor do further prevent operation, awaiting the PV ground-fault
any installed OCPD fuses, whether as input or backfeed repair, CB3 cannot be re-set while the F3 fuse holder’s
current, due to the typical fuse clearing-time. microswitch in the closed state (tripped), nor can the bad
For purposes of simplify, this troubleshoot guide addresses a fuse be re-installed. Note: avoid installing a new F3 fuse
negative-grounded PV system2b; where the PV-positive without finding and fixing the positive ground-fault, as the
circuits are non-grounded and PV-negative circuits are GFDI will likely clear the new fuse! Never install the 5 A GFDI
intentionally grounded at a single-point inside the inverter, fuse “up-side down”—the striker-portion of the fuse must
specifically via the GFDI circuit between the grounded-PV always be positioned towards the fuse-holder’s microswitch
re-combiner bus (bar) and the GET (Equipment Ground Bus) located at the top.
in the DC section (cabinet), as illustrated in Figure 29.

Troubleshooting
During normal operation while exporting power (current) to Ground Fault Troubleshooting Checks
the grid, should a PV ground fault occur, either CB3 will trip
(open) or the fuse clear (based upon actual fault). In either Figure 29 shows the GFDI connections. The circuit is
case, the inverter will stop, opening contactors K8/K9/K10, comprised of 3 components:
CB1, and disconnects DS1-3. This will isolate the inverter 1. Ground Fault Device (sensor) GFD1 set to 5 A.
stacks from the fault and annunciate the required Ground
Fault Error Message, DC Ground on the HMI and Modbus. 2. Fuse—opens the ground path during a ground fault.
Once fuse F3 and/or CB3 is tripped, the GFDI circuit ● Fuse has a trip-indicator, evoking the holder’s
continues to maintain system safety through the 4000 Ohm microswitch change-state.
RG1-4 resistors. With either/both CB3-open or F3-cleared, ● Operates even when AC power is removed from the
the resulting single-point-ground’s open-circuit will allow a
inverter
small electric current (Voc/4000 = X mA | 1000/4000 =
250 mA) to trickle through resistors RG1-4 to the PV-negative 3. Circuit-breaker—shunt tripped by the CS1 or fuse-holder
conductors grounded bus at the inverter’s re-combiner. microswitch during a fault.
Understanding Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL), each RG1
resistor will drop (X mA x 1000 = XV | 250 mA x 1000 = ● Operates when the inverter is ON (control power
250 V) volts, in essence the entire Voc potential (disregarding must be present).
PV-system conductor resistance). This will minimize the The fault-interrupter design is a redundancy system, as either
shock-potential between equipment ground and CB3 or F3 (both are in series connection) can react to open/
grounded-PV conductors. Note: When diagnosing a PV operate/function during a ground fault event.
ground fault, if voltage measured across RG1-4 is lower than
the expected string-voltage (Voc), expect a ground-fault along Step 1: Verify the GFDI tripped CB3 or cleared 5 A F3
the string(s) at the relative voltage corresponding to the
If tripped or cleared; determine if the fault is a positive or
number of modules (Voc). Furthermore, individual Module Isc
negative ground fault.
is equal to the “string Isc” due to the series-connection of
the modules per string. Only at the source-combiner, post Measure the DC voltage across resistors RG1-4, looking for a
string fuses, is the module or string Isc additive (increased). “negative” value if the DMM ground-lead is placed on GET.
Critical to an effective GFDI is the PV grounding electrode ● GET Bus-1 to Grounded-PV-Conductor bus
system, and its bonding to the inverter GET (i.e., GET bus-1).
The PV system must always be built with a PV Grounding If voltage is present, there is a faulted PV positive conductor
Electrode System, bonded to the inverter’s GET. The in the PV-array system. Typical damage is found in
minimum bonding conductor size is 3/0 as per UL1741 for non-protected module string-conductors in-route to the
the 1500/1670 kW inverters. source-combiners, or source-combiner output circuits faulted
inside conduit in-route to the PV-Disconnects or inverter.
DANGER of Electric Shock Hazard ● Once the fault is repaired, install a new 5 A F3 fuse if
When a Ground-Fault is present. damaged
● (check fuse for an open circuit: ∞ Ohms)
WARNING! ● Re-set (close) CB3
When a Ground-Fault is present. ● Re-cycle inverter power
● Turn-on the inverter
NOTICE!
If voltage is NOT present across resistors RG1-4, suspect
IF A GROUND FAULT IS INDICATED, a negative PV ground fault. Typical damage is found in
NORMALLY GROUNDED CONDUCTORS non-protected module string-conductors in-route to the
MAY BE UNGROUNDED AND ENERGIZED. source-combiners, or source-combiner output circuits faulted
inside conduit in-route to the PV-Disconnects or inverter …
circumventing the fundamental single-point-ground of a
grounded PV system.
● Once the fault is repaired, install a new 5 A F3 fuse if
damaged
● (check fuse for an open circuit: ∞ Ohms)
● Re-set (close) CB3
● Re-cycle inverter power
● Turn-on the inverter

Troubleshooting
Alternatively to measuring the voltage across resistors Notes:

RG1-4, checking for milliampere-current thru this resistor 2a
circuit will determine if PV-positive is faulted to equipment/ A PV Array Ground Fault is defined as a short-circuit (i.e., an
electrical contact) between the grounding electrode (and
earth ground. Due to the low amperage, an inline ammeter
equipment) of the PV system and the normally non-grounded
can be used, by carefully lifting the circuit-wire off GET (wire PV array conductors. Such a fault condition, if unchecked,
16GN902), and placing the ammeter between the wire allows non-intended current to flow in the normal grounding
16GN902 and effective GET Bus. conductors and equipment back to the PV energy source
(i.e., solar cells). This type of Ground Fault is not to be
The presence of current indicate a Positive ground-fault. confused with a “direct short” (i.e., electrical contact)
Step-2: Is the Inverter damaged? between the non-grounded PV conductors or circuits (e.g.,
PV positive) and the grounded PV conductors or circuits
Should PV positive been applied directly to the PV-negative, if (e.g., PV negative). Such a PV direct short is protected
the inverter’s PV-disconnecting means (DS1, DS2, DS3) (limited) by the combiner-box fuses of the PV system
were closed, excessive fault-current can flow through the source-combiners and the inverter re-combiner.
inverter and damage the inverter stack by flowing current 2b A positive-grounded PV systems will look physically the
through the IGBT bypass diodes. The DC bus capacitors will same, yet be electrically opposite in polarity by grounding
have been reversed biased, in addition. the PV positive to earth (i.e., voltage-meter will read opposite
polarity). SunPower Corporation supplied positive-ground
Before proceeding, ensure the PV-array and AC-grid are fully solar modules in the past, now moot with modules that can
disconnected (isolated) from the inverter, and the inverter’s be negative grounded. As noted earlier in this manual,
DC bus capacitance is fully discharged. inverter’s employing positive-grounded modules must be
factory built and UL1741 End-of-Line tested as a
Conduct an inverter (Stack) diode and capacitor check. positive-ground inverters. They cannot be field-changed and
Consult Eaton if damage is found. The inverter stacks will retain the factory UL1741 certification.
have to be replaced.
If a Ground-fault problem persists contact Eaton.

Troubleshooting
Figure 29. The GFDI Connection Points
Re-Combiner Grounded-Conductor Bus: Ckt 101
Gnd +24V

Glossary
Glossary
Term Abbreviation / Definition
AC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alternating Current
Typically a sinusoidal waveform (i.e., pure, quasi, or stepped)
AFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Active Front End

AHJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Authority Having Jurisdiction
An organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirement of a code or
standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure. 1
ANSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American National Standards Institute

AWG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Wire Gauge
Standardized system of wire sizing, from Number 40 (small diameter) to 0000 [4/0]
(large diameter). Larger diameter wire is given in kcmil.
B.O.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Balance of System (BOS)

Example: The components required to complete a solar system, beyond the photovoltaic
modules and inverter, consisting but not limited to the PV array support structure, combiner
boxes, fuses, conductors, electrical conduit, DC and AC switch gear, and monitoring systems.
CAN bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller Area Network

A message-based protocol for high-speed fault-tolerant communication and control. Originally
for automotive usages (Robert Bosch GmbH, 1983), now common for aerospace, medical, ad
industrial controls.
CB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Circuit Breaker
An automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit and
equipment from damage caused by overload or short circuit. When used in solar
applications they shall be designed for backfeed or bidirectional operation, without reference
to Line or Load.
CEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . California Energy Commission

For Solar related information: http://www.gosolarcalifornia.ca.gov/
Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . A wire, cable, or bus bar

that allows electricity to pass along or through it. Conducts electrical current in an intended,
designed, or controlled manner Typically, wires and cables are insulated.
DC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct Current
A non-sinusoidal waveform
Delta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Non-star-connection. Line-to-Line Connections only

A type of 3-phase transformer without a neutral (central) connection.
Eaton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufacturer of the Power Xpert Solar 1500 kW Grid Tie Inverter Series Grid Tie Inverter.
Described herein is the Power Xpert Solar 1500 kW Grid Tie Inverter 250 kW Solar Grid Tie
Inverter.
EGC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grounding Conductor, Equipment

The conductive path installed to connect normally non-current-carrying metal parts of
equipment together and to the system grounded conductor or to the grounding electrode
conductor, or both. 1
ESC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eaton Switched Combiner

Designed for photovoltaic (PV) applications and systems which require source-circuit or PV
output circuit (array) combining, overcurrent protection, and some means of disconnect.
Eaton product designed to be placed in circuits between the PV source and the inverter or
recombiner. Incorporates the Eaton DC disconnect acting on the combined circuit’s (single)
output. See: www.eaton.com/solar

Glossary

Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The electrical power of a system.
Energy is measured and reported by the 1500kW inverter in Wh (Watt hours), kWh (kilowatt
hours), and MWh (megawatt hours) for both the PV (DC) input and the AC (grid/utility) output.
GEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grounding Electrode Conductor

A conductor used to connect the system grounded conductor or the equipment to a grounding
electrode or to a point on the grounding electrode system. 1
The grounding electrode conductor(s) forms the continuous, unbroken, ground reference of all
non-energized metal components compromising the PV array, the S-Max inverter, and the
B.O.S components up-to and including the point of common coupling (electrical panel / utility).
GFDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ground Fault Detection and Interrupt

Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The earth 1
Grounded (Grounding) . . . Connected (connecting) to ground or to a conductive body that extends the
ground connection. 1
Grounded Conductor . . . . A system or circuit conductor that is intentionally grounded. 1
Grounding Conductor . . . . A conductor used to connect equipment or the ground circuit of a wiring system to a
grounding electrode or electrodes. 1
Grounding Electrode . . . . A conducting object through which a direct connection to earth is established. 1
e.g., a ground-rod or similar.
Ground Fault . . . . . . . . . . The unintended flow of electrical current to ground
Grid Tie Inverter . . . . . . . . An inverter that converts direct-current electricity into alternating-current electricity.
Operation is in parallel with an existing electrical network, supplying common loads and
sometimes delivers power to the utility/grid. The technical name for a grid-Tie or grid-tie
inverter is a “utility-interactive inverter” and is designed to operate only when the utility
grid is present (i.e., anti-islanding). Grid Tie inverter will be abbreviated with GTI.
IGBT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (Inverter’s semiconductor switching device)
IMCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inverter Mode Control Switch (ON/OFF control knob)
Inch-Pound System . . . . . Referred to as the U.S. Customary units in the National Electric Code.
Units are Imperial or English; inch, foot, pound, versus SI units.
Soft conversion to SI, as per the NEC 90.9 [1] is allowed and followed throughout this
document. Note: See Torque in this glossary.
Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . An electrical machine that converts DC into AC

The basis or core-function of a grid-Tie inverter, solar-inverter, or utility-interactive inverter. Also
referred to as a grid-tie inverter.
Inverter Input Circuit . . . . Conductors between the inverter and the photovoltaic output circuits for electrical
production and distribution network. 1
e.g., Inverter’s DC circuits connected to the PV Array
Inverter Output Circuit . . . The conductors between the utility interactive inverter and the service equipment or
another electrical power production source, such as a utility, for electrical production and
distribution network. 1
3-phase AC circuits connecting to the point of common coupling (PCC)
IR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrared
Infrared light is electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light. Uses
include remote temperature sensing.
ISO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . International Organization for Standards

kcmil (MCM) . . . . . . . . . . . Thousand Circular Mils
Standardized system of wire sizing for conductors larger than AWG 4/0. A circular mil equals
the area of a wire one mil in diameter, or 1/1000 of an inch (1000 mils = 1-inch diameter). MCM
is an older abbreviation for “one thousand circular mils” and is equivalent to kcmil used in the
NEC. For a metric equivalent of area in thousands of circular mils, 1 kcmil equals 0.5067 mm2.

Glossary

kVA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kilovolt • Ampere.
Apparent power, the vector sum of the real (P) and reactive (jQ) AC power vectors. Also,
defined as the root-mean-square (RMS) of the voltage (Vrms) times the current (Irms) in
sinusoidal voltages and currents of the same frequency. As applies to solar inverters, the kVA
rating is based upon the maximum output current, including reactive power (vars).
kW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kilowatt (1,000 Watts).

A measure of energy or power.
LOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lockout-Tagout / Lockout/Tagout / Lockout and Tagout

References the OSHA standard for The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout), Title 29
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.147. In addition, 29 CFR 1910.333 sets forth
requirements to protect employees working on electric circuits and equipment.
MPPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum Power Point Tracking

The 1500 kW inverter operating (algorithm) state for the maximum energy harvesting of the
photovoltaic system. The MPPT point varies with solar irradiance and solar-cell temperature,
amongst other factors.
MSDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Material Safety Data Sheet

NEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Electric Code®
Formally titled, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code.
Published by the National Fire Protection Association, Inc (NFPA).
The “NEC” is the world's most widely used and accepted code for electrical installations.
NEMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Electrical Manufactures Association

NFPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Fire Protection Association
Publishes the National Electric Code®, and other Codes and Standards
Neutral Conductor . . . . . . The conductor connected to the neutral point of a system that is intended to carry current
under normal conditions. 1
Note: A neutral conductor is a current-carrying conductor, regardless of the fact it is grounded.
OCPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Overcurrent Protection Device.

Typically a fuse or circuit breaker. (As applied to an inverter’s (PV) input circuits as defined by
the NEC 2001 Figure 690.1(B), fuse or CB OCPDs form the final module-strings’ combiner).
OSHA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occupational Safety and Health Administration

OSHA is part of the United States Department of labor.
PCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Point of Common Coupling (or POCC)

The point at which the power production and distribution network and the customer interface
occurs in an interactive system. Typically, this is the load side of the power network meter. 1
For photovoltaic systems, this is the point where the inverter’s output circuit connects to a
building’s service equipment or distribution panel, or the utility distribution network in larger
utility-scale PV systems.
PLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Programmable Logic Controller

A programmable logic controller (PLC) or programmable controller is a digital computer used
for automation of electromechanical processes, such as control of power generation
equipment. Unlike general-purpose computers, the PLC is designed for multiple inputs and
output arrangements, extended temperature ranges, immunity to electrical noise, and
resistance to vibration and impact. A PLC is an example of a hard real time system since output
results must be produced in response to input conditions within a limited time, otherwise
unintended operation will result. The control programs are stored in battery-backed-up or
non-volatile memory.
Power Factor . . . . . . . . . . Defined as the ratio of the real power flowing to the load or facility (kW) to the apparent
power (kVA) in the facility’s circuits.
Typically expressed as a percentage, where 100% is perfect power (unity) where the kW
equals the kVA and reactive power is supplied by the utility.

Glossary

PV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photovoltaic
A class of semiconductors used for converting solar radiation into direct current electricity
by way of the photovoltaic effect. PV power generation employs solar modules comprising
a number of solar cells containing such photovoltaic material.
PV Array . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A combinations of PV modules making-up a PV system.

Includes the associated B.O.S. to supply DC electrical power to a solar inverter. A PV Array
is sometimes referred to as simply the array.
PV Module . . . . . . . . . . . . An electro-mechanical assembly of solar cells forming a single sealed unit positive and
negative lead outputs.
PV arrays (solar systems) are comprised of PV Modules.
RTU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A remote terminal unit (RTU).

A microprocessor-controlled electronic device that interfaces objects in the physical world to a
distributed control system or SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition system) by
transmitting telemetry data to the system, and by using messages from the supervisory
system to control connected objects.
SCADA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

In the context of solar inverters, refers to the computer-based industrial control systems (ICS)
that monitor and control the electrical power transmission and distribution. Control of Industrial
infrastructure or facility-based processes. Such Infrastructure control may be public or private
utilities.
SI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard for the Use of the International System of Units (SI) The Modern Metric System.
Units of measure used in this Installation and Operations Manual are provided in the SI
system [meter, Newton, kilogram] along with the U.S. engineering units, e.g., ft | in m | mm /
lb-in Nm / lb kg
Solar Inverter . . . . . . . . . . A GTI specifically designed for photovoltaic systems.

THD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Total Harmonic Distortion
Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . As used in this manual for the “bolt torque” of an electrical terminal and securing the
enclosures to a concrete pad.
It is the measure of the turning force on a bolt. In simple terms, it is the result of a force applied
to a lever-arm (T = F x L) to tighten an electrical terminal to a given specification. A torque
wrench is used for this purpose. In this manual and on the 1500 kW inverter labels, the
engineering term “pound inches” (lb-in) is provided. However, torque wrenches in the USA
often state this as “inch pounds” (in-lb) or “foot pounds” (ft-lb). See inch-pound system—US
Customary units. The SI unit is the NewtoNmeter (Nm) and is listed as the secondary value.
UL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

Utility-Interactive Inverter . See grid-Tie inverter
Vac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Voltage, Alternating Current (Vac or Vac): AC
Vdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Voltage, Direct Current (Vdc or Vdc): DC
VFI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vacuum Fault Interrupter.
Switchgear employed in the medium-voltage transformer for fault interruption and convenient
load-switching of 15, 25, and 35 kV systems.

Glossary

var . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . volt-ampere reactive (var).
A unit used to measure reactive power in an AC electric power system. Reactive power exists
in an AC circuit when the current and voltage are not changing at the same time. The correct
symbol is var and not Var, VAr, or VAR, but all 3 terms are widely used.
Vars may be considered as either the imaginary part of apparent power, or the power flowing
into a reactive load (e.g., inductive loads such as motors or capacitive loads such as switching
power supplies), where voltage and current are specified in volts and amperes. The two
definitions are equivalent.
For utility AC distribution sinusoid-currents and voltages at the same frequency, reactive power
in vars is the product of the RMS voltage and current, or the apparent power, multiplied by the
sine of the phase angle between the voltage and the current. The reactive power Q (measured
in units of volt-amperes reactive or var), is given by:
Q = Vrms Irms sin (f)
where f is the phase angle between the voltage and the current.
Only effective power, the actual power delivered to or consumed by the load, is expressed in
watts. Imaginary power is properly expressed in volt-amperes reactive and does not
accumulate Watts on a utility-billing power meter.
WYE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Star-connection.
Line-to-Line and Line-to-Neutral Connections
A type of 3-phase transformer with a central neutral connection. The neutral is equally
referenced to the 3-phases (i.e., Line-to-Neutral).
3-Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrical System consisting of 3 lines.

See Symbols
Each line is 120-electrical-degrees apart, measured line-to-line.
Typically rated at 208 V and 480 V for commercial services.
208 V L–L has 120 V L–N … 480 V L–L has 277 V L–N.
Note:
1 Reference citation: NAPF 70: National Electric Code 2011.

Appendix A
Appendix A
Table 17. Power Xpert Solar Electrical, Mechanical and Equipment Specifications
Description 1500 kW Inverter 1670 kW Inverter
AC Output Specifications (–20 °C to +50 °C)
Rated Output Power AC 1500 kW 1667 kW
Nominal Apparent Power AC 1650 kVA 1850 kVA
Nominal Output Current AC 2700 A 2707 A
Maximum Branch Circuit Output Protection AC 3200 A 3200 A
Maximum Continuous Output Current at 50 °C 3000 A 3000 A
Nominal Operating Voltage (L-L) 320 Vac 357 Vac
Operating Grid-Tie Voltage Range (88%–110% L-L) 282 to 352 Vac 313 to 392 Vac
CEC Efficiency (inverter only, no options or MV transformer) 98.0 98.5
Nominal Operating Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz
Operating Frequency Range 57– 63 Hz 57– 63 Hz
(UL1741 Grid-Tie Range) (57.0 – 60.5 Hz) (57.0 – 60.5 Hz)
Total Harmonic Distortion at rated power Per IEEE 1547, < 5% TDD Per IEEE 1547, < 5% TDD
Power factor at rated power ± 0.91 adjustable power factor ± 0.91 adjustable power factor
(UL1741 Grid-Tie Range) ± 0.99 (leading/lagging) ± 0.99 (leading/lagging)
AC Configuration Delta 3-Wire / WYE 3-Wire (non-grounded neutral)
AC Output breaker Eaton Magnum MDS (w/Optional trip units: Digitrip 520 LSI, default unit)
DC Input Specifications (–20 °C to +50 °C)
Maximum Input Voltage, PV VOC 1000 Vdc 1000 Vdc
Nominal DC Operating Current 3100 A 3100 A
Maximum PV-Array Short-Circuit Current 5600 A 5600 A
(Total array short-circuit current connected to the [4,480 A with the application [4,480 A with the application
inverter re-combiner) of NEC 690.8 (A)] of NEC 690.8 (A)]
PV Input Voltage Operating Range 500 to 1000 Vdc 550 to 1000 Vdc
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Range (CEC) 500–800 Vdc 550–800 Vdc
DC Input Connections PV-Circuit Conductors:
■ Grounded PV systems, only To 1/4-inch thick, tin-plated copper bus prepared for compression lugs
Al/Cu Compression Lug type: dual 1/2-inch holes: holes spaced at 1-3/4 inch
PV Equipment Ground Conductors:
To 1/4-inch thick, tin-plated copper bus prepared for compression lugs
Al/Cu Compression Lug type: single 5/16 -inch hole
Optional Configurations:
■ Prepared Bus only (no fuses): 24 locations each for non-grounded / grounded PV conductors,
and PV EGCs
■ Prepared Bus for 24 (max.) non-grounded PV circuit conductors mating to each individual OCPD
1000 V fuse
Standard prepared bus for Grounded-PV and EGC conductors {as in option (1)}
Inverter Re-Combiner Fuses 160 / 200 / 250 / 315 / 350 / 355 / 400 A 1000 Vdc
■ For non-grounded PV circuit conductor, only
OCPD selection, quantity, and mix 160–355 A (2XL-format fuse):

■ Individual fuses as per NEC 690.8 (A) (B) 400 A (3L format fuse):
■ Total amperage limitation: [∑(PV-Isc) ≤5600 A] ■ When mixing the 400 A 3L-format fuse with the 2XL format fuses: consult Eaton
■ Physical quantity limitation: 24
PV Array Grounding Negative and Positive (optional)

Type must be factory-ordered (built-and-EoL tested) to retail
UL1741
DC Monitoring Optional Current Sensors on each non-grounded DC Input

Appendix A
Table 17. Power Xpert Solar Electrical, Mechanical and Equipment Specifications, continued
Description 1500 kW Inverter 1670 kW Inverter
Protection
AC Disconnect AC Circuit Breaker with LOTO AC Circuit Breaker with LOTO
AC Surge Suppression Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA
DC Disconnect Switch disconnect with LOTO Switch disconnect with LOTO
DC Surge suppression Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA
PV Ground Fault Monitoring Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA Yes, monitored by Inverter SCADA
AC Grid-Tie Yes, SEL 751A Protection Relay Yes, SEL 751A Protection Relay
Communications and Controls
Communications with plant central controller Modbus TCP; Optional Fiber optics connection Modbus TCP; Optional Fiber optics connection
HMI Yes Yes
Convenience Power
120 Vac Outlet (service) 15 A-fused 1x Control Cabinet / 1x LC Cabinet
120 Vac Customer Power 3 A (5 A fused) 14-AWG Terminal Silos: 3x Line / 3x Neutral / 3x AC-Ground
Mechanical Specifications
Operating Temperature Range Full Power –20 °C to +50 °C –20 °C to +50 °C
Optional extended temperature range (cold weather package) –40 °C to +50 °C –40 °C to +50 °C
Storage Temperature Range –30 °C to +70 °C –30 °C to +70 °C
Enclosure Protection Outdoor Rated
NEMA 4 for power electronics and controls equipment
NEMA 3R for magnetics and switchgear
Relative Humidity 0 to 100% Non-Condensing
Inverter Mounting (including transformer) Pad [Skid Mount, consult Eaton]
Cooling Self-contained: closed-loop pressurized liquid cooling and forced-air convection
Maximum operating altitude 3300 ft (1000 m) [higher altitudes possible with de-rating]

Appendix A
Table 18. Grid-Tie Settings: Protection Relay

From Trip Trip Line Accuracy
Grid-Tie Utility Interconnection Limit Nominal Time (s) Cycles (mSec) Adjustable
SEL 751 A Settings: 1670 kW 357 V Mode
Over voltage / Fast-upper range 445 V (L-L) 125% 0.150 9 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Fast-lower range 427.2 V (L-L) 120% 0.150 9 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Slow-upper range 427.2 V (L-L) 120% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Slow-lower range 391 V (L-L) 110% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Slow-upper range 313.3 V (L-L) 88% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Slow-lower range 178 V (L-L) 50% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Fast-upper range 178 V (L-L) 50% 0.16 9 +0 / –20 N/A
Under voltage / Fast-lower range 106 V (L-L) 30% 0.16 9 +0 / –20 N/A
Over frequency (Hz) 60.5 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 N/A
Slow Under frequency (Hz) 59.3 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 59.8–57 Hz; 0.16–300 sec
Fast Under frequency (Hz) 57 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 N/A
SEL 751 A Settings: 1500 kW 320 V Mode
Over voltage / Fast-upper range 400 V (L-L) 125% 0.150 9 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Fast-lower range 384 V (L-L) 120% 0.150 9 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Slow-upper range 384 V (L-L) 120% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Over voltage / Slow-lower range 352 V (L-L) 110% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Slow-upper range 281.6 V (L-L) 88% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Slow-lower range 160 V (L-L) 50% 0.95 58 +0 / –10 N/A
Under voltage / Fast-upper range 160 V (L-L) 50% 0.16 9 +0 / –20 N/A
Under voltage / Fast-lower range 96 V (L-L) 30% 0.16 9 +0 / –20 N/A
Over frequency (Hz) 60.5 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 N/A
Slow Under frequency (Hz) 59.3 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 59.8–57 Hz; 0.16–300 sec
Fast Under frequency (Hz) 57 — 0.16 9 +0 / –40 N/A

Appendix B
Appendix B
Flex Bus Kit: Throat Connection
Contents
Each 84-37413-1 kit will contain the following;
1. Top cover (has lifting handles), 1 pc.
2. Bottom cover, 1 pc.
3. 3/8 inch hardware (SS bolts, nuts, flat and lock washers)
for cover assembly, 32 pcs.
4. Flex-bus jumpers, 6 pcs.
5. 1/2 inch hardware (Gr5 bolts, lock-nuts, flat and Belleville
washers) for Bus assembly, 288 pcs.
6. This document
Instructions
Assemble as follows;
1. Prepare each mating bus face with Penetrox “E” or
suitable equivalent for copper connections. DO NOT use
Penetrox “A” or similar compounds made for Al to Al or
Al to Cu connections.
2. Place two Flex-bus bars on each side of one phase
(3 places) of the unit output/ transformer LV input
bus stubs.
3. Bolt assembly direction: 1/2 inch Bolt, 2 Belleville
washers (in parallel), flat washer, bus assembly, flat
washer, 1/2 inch lock nut.
4. Torque 1/2 inch bolt assemblies to 50–60 ft/lbs
(68–81 Nm). DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
5. Place top cover over throat assembly, attach bottom
cover with 3/8-16 x 3/4 inch lg. SS bolts and washers
(4 places, each side) and torque to 6 ft/lbs (8 Nm).
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
6. Secure cover assembly to unit and transformer throat
apertures with 3/8-16 x 2 inch lg. SS bolts and washers
(4 places, underneath each end) and torque to 6 ft/lbs (8
Nm). Tighten jam nut at each location to secure
assembly. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!

Appendix B
Figure 30. Flex Bus Kit: 84-37413-1

Appendix C
Appendix C
Step-Up Transformer Sensor Signals

Terminal block TBC1 is located in the AC Cabinet, see Figure 26 for TBC1 location.
Table 19. Step-Up Transformer Sensor Signals
Inverter Signal Type Step-Up Transformer
TBC1-1
TBC1-2 Signal 1 Analog
TBC1- 3
TBC1-4
TBC1-5 Signal 2 Digital
TBC1-6
TBC1-7
TBC1-8 Signal 3 Digital
TBC1-9
TBC1-10
TBC1-11 Digital
TBC1-12
TBC1-13
TBC1-14 Digital
TBC1-15
TBC1-16
TBC1-17 Digital
TBC1-18
TBC1-19
TBC1-20 Digital
Terminal Block TBC1

Figure 31. Example of Available Step-Up Transformer Monitoring
3365D
3365E
3365C
3365B
3365A
TBC1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Analog Inputs
Multi-Funcion
MFAI 3.1
MFD 3.1
MFD 3.2
Multi-Funcion
Digital inputs
MFD 3.3
MFD 3.4
MFD 3.5
MFD 3.6

Appendix D
Appendix D
Torque Values
The tables below list the torque for all of the electrical
connections by enclosure section. These tables may be used
to verifying that the electrical and mechanical connections.
Table 20. DC Section Electrical Connection Torque Values

Location Component Component Circuit
DC Cabinet Designator Description Number Torque
Fuse Bus Non-Grounded Input PV Positive (for negative N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
Circuits grounded PV systems) 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
3/8 inch UNC Fasteners: 17–22 lb.-ft (23–30 Nm)
Negative Bus Grounded Input Circuits PV Negative (for negative N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
grounded PV systems) 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
Ground Bus Equipment Ground PV Equipment: EGC N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
Circuits 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
Table 21. AC Section Electrical Connection Torque Values

Location Component Component Circuit
AC Cabinet Designator Description Number Torque
Phases Throat via flex-bus Flex-Bus Kit 156 = A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 50–60 lb.-ft (68–81 Nm)
A-B-C See Appendix B 157 = B
158 = C
AC Ground AC EGC ■ AC-Equipment N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
Grounding Conductor 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
(EGC) 3/8 inch UNC Fasteners: 17–22 lb.-ft (23–30 Nm)
■ PV Grounding Electrode
Conductor (GEC) as per
NEC 690.47 (C)
Table 22. Ground Connections

Component Component Circuit
Location Designator Description Number Torque
DC Cabinet Equipment Ground PV Equipment: EGC N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
Circuits 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
AC Cabinet AC EGC ■ AC-Equipment N/A 1/2 inch UNC Fasteners: 45–50 lb.-ft (61–68 Nm)
Grounding Conductor 7/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 30–35 lb.-ft (40–47 Nm)
(EGC) 3/8 inch UNC Fasteners: 17–22 lb.-ft (23–30 Nm)
■ PV Grounding 5/16 inch UNC Fasteners: 12–15 lb.-ft (16–20 Nm)
Electrode Conductor
(GEC) as per NEC
690.47 (C)

Appendix E
Appendix E
Fuse Replacement
The following table summarizes the fuses that are used in
the inverter. Use only fuses that are the same part number
and value.
Table 23. Inverter Fuses

Fuse Purpose: Current
Designator Cabinet Circuit/Wire/Component Association Voltage (A) Manufacturer PN Manufacturer WTN PN
F1, F2 DC SS1 (DC Surge Suppressor) 1000 Vdc 20 PV20A-10F BUSSMANN 032-000800-0001
Circuit: 10RD202/200 – F1
Circuit: 10BK203/201 – F2
F3 LC GFDI 5 A fuse 1500 Vdc 5 CC 1551 CP MERSEN 032-000800-0023
gRB 20x127/5
Circuit: 16BK204/206
F4–F9 DC Pre-Charge Input Fuses 1000 Vdc 15 PV-15A10F BUSSMANN 032-000800-0017
F10, F11, F12 DC DC (PV) Voltage Sense Boards 1000 Vdc 1 PV-1A10F BUSSMANN 032-000800-0018
F65, F66, F67 VTB1-16RD235/234 – F10
VTB1- 16BK236/244 – F65
VTB2- 16RD238/237 – F11
VTB2- 16BK239/245 – F66
VTB3- 16RD241/240 – F12
VTB3- 16BK242/246 – F67
F13–F21 LC Filter-Capacitor Fuses: CO1/CO2/CO3 500 Vac 400 400NHG2B BUSSMANN 44-4445
CO1- 3/0RD171 – F13 – 3/0RD162 – LO1A
CO1- 3/0YL172 – F14 – 3/0YL163 – LO1B
CO1- 3/0BU173 – F15 – 3/0BU164 – LO1C
CO2- 3/0RD174 – F16 – 3/0RD165 – LO2A
CO2- 3/0YL175 – F17 – 3/0YL166 – LO2B
CO2- 3/0BU176 – F18 – 3/0BU167 – LO2C
CO3- 3/0RD177 – F19 – 3/0RD168 – LO3A
CO3- 3/0YL178 – F20 – 3/0YL169 – LO3B
CO3- 3/0BU179 – F21 – 3/0BU170 – LO3C

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Table 23. Inverter Fuses, continued

F22–F30 AC Phase Fuses for K8 / K9 / K10 600 Vac 1800 170M6620 BUSSMANN 44-4485
K8-A: Circuit 138/147 – F22
K8-B: Circuit 139/148 – F23
K8-C: Circuit 140/149 – F23
K9-A: Circuit 141/150 – F25
K9-B: Circuit 142/151 – F26
K9-C: Circuit 143/152 – F27
K10-A: Circuit 144/153 – F28
K10-B: Circuit 145/154 – F29
K10-C: Circuit 146/155 – F30
F31–F33 AC SS2-SS4 AC Surge Suppression 600 Vac 30 JKS-30 BUSSMANN 032-000800-0011
SS2-A: Circuit 8RD247/250 – F31
SS2-B: Circuit 8YL248/251 – F32
SS2-C: Circuit 8BU249/252 – F33
F37–F39 AC TR1A / TR1B /TR1C 600 Vac 1 FNQ-R-1 BUSSMANN 032-000140-1091
CB1/T1: Circuit 14RD260/266 – F37
CB1/T2: Circuit 14YL261/267 – F38
CB1/T3: Circuit 14BU262/268 – F39
F40–42 AC TR2 – Delta-Windings 600 Vac 25 FNQ-R-25 BUSSMANN 032-000140-0250
F37-1/H1 Circuit 10RD263/279 – F40
F38-1/H2: Circuit 10YL264/280 – F41
F39-1/H3: Circuit 10BU265/281 – F42
F43–F45 AC TR3 / TR4 – (SEL) 600 Vac 1 FNQ-R-1 BUSSMANN 032-000140-1091
CB2/T1: Circuit 14RD272/289 – F43
CB2/T2: Circuit 14YL273/290 – F44
CB2/T3: Circuit 14BU274/291 – F45
F46–F48 AC SS3 AC Surge Suppression 600 Vac 30 JKS-30 BUSSMANN 032-000800-0011
TR2X1/L1: Circuit 8RD282/286 – F46
TR2X2/L2: Circuit 8YL283/287 – F47
TR2X3/L3: Circuit 8BU284/288 – F48
F49–F51 AC Coolant Pump – K14 600 Vac 6.25 LP-CC-6-1/4 BUSSMANN 44-4450
TB1-4 /L1: Circuit 14RD2004/2054 – F49
TB1-11/L2: Circuit 14YL2011/2055 – F50
TB1-22/L3: Circuit 14BU2022/2056 – F51
F52–F54 AC Blower Motor – VFD 600 Vac 15 KTK-R-15 BUSSMANN 44-4483
TB1-5 /L1: Circuit 14RD2005/2060 – F52
TB1-12/L2N: Circuit 14YL2012/2061 – F53
TB1-22/L3: Circuit 14BU2023/2062 – F54
F55–F60 AC 120 Vac Cabinet Fan-heaters H1/2/3/4/5/6 250 Vac 5 KTK-R-5 BUSSMANN 032-000800-0016
TB1-6 /TH1: Circuit 14RD2006/2042 – F55
TB1-7 /TH2: Circuit 14RD2007/2043 – F56
TB1-13 /TH3: Circuit 14YL2013/2044 – F57
TB1-14 /TH4: Circuit 14YL2014/2045 – F58
TB1-24 /TH5: Circuit 14BU2024/2046 – F59
TB1-10 /TH6: Circuit 14BU2010/2047 – F60

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Table 23. Inverter Fuses, continued

F61, F62 AC 48 Vdc Cabinet Fan1and Fan2 250 Vac 2 SPT 5x20 0001.2507 SCHURTER 44-4479
PS10+/TBF1: Circuit 18RD3311/3313 – F61
PS10+/TBF2: Circuit 18RD3314/3316 – F62
F63, F64 DC DC Input Bus / VTB4 Voltage Sense Board 1000 Vdc 1 PV-1A10F BUSSMANN 032-000800-0018
SS1+/VTB4-J1-1: Ckt 10RD208/209 – F63
SS1−/VTB4-J1-3: Ckt 10BK207/243 – F64
F65, F66, F67 DC DC (PV) Voltage Sense Boards 1000 Vdc 1 PV-1A10F BUSSMANN 032-000800-0018
See Fuses F10, F11, F12
F70, F72 AC 120 Vac Outlets (Plugs) 250 Vac 15 FNQ-R-15 BUSSMANN 44-4481
TB1-18/L-PLUG1: 14BU2018/2071 – F70
TB1-20/L-PLUG3: 14BU2020/2073 – F72
F74 CC Line: 120 Vac Customer Loads TBC3-1/2/3 600 Vac 5 SPT 5x20 0001.2511 SCHURTER 44-4480
TB1-19 – 14BU2076 F74 – 14BU2077 – TBC3-1
F76, F77 AC 120 Vac cabinet FAN3 and FAN4 250 Vac 2 SPT 5x20 0001.2507 SCHURTER 44-4479
TR2-X1 - TB1-2 - 18RD2002 – F76 – 18RD2074
(DC CABINET) – TBF3 – FAN3
TR2-X3 - TB1-21: 18BU2021 – F77 – 18BU2075
(CONTROL CABINET) TBF4 – FAN4
F78, F79 LC TR5 – Line Sync (relay) 600 Vac 1 FNQ-R-1 BUSSMANN 032-000140-1091
F13-1/TR5-H1: 14RD4000 – F78 – 14RD4006
F14-1/TR5-H2: 14YL4001 – F79 – 14YL4007
F16-1/TR6-H1: 14RD4002 – F80 – 14RD4008
F17-1/TR6-H2: 14YL4003 – F81 – 14YL4009
F19-1/TR7-H1: 14RD4004 – F82 – 14RD4010
F20-1/TR7-H2: 14YL4005 – F83 – 14YL4011
FDC1–FDC24 DC Input (PV) OCPD ‘combiner’ Fuses 1000 Vdc 160 PV-xxxA-2XL-B BUSSMANN 160: 44-4504
Re-Combiner 200 (xxx = amperage) 200:44-4486
Quantity 14–24 (based upon order/project)
PV Fuses 250 B = Bladed 250: 44-4498
2XL Amperage: 160/200/250/315/350/355
315 315: 44-4499
Amperage: 350/400/500/600/630
350 350: 44-4495
Note: 3L is different size fuse and holder
355 355: 44-4501
350 PV-xxxA-3L-B 350: 44-4511
to 400: 44-4509
630 500: 44-4512
600: 44-4513
630: 44-4514
DC = DC Cabinet Section (PV Input Circuits)
AC = AC Control Power and AC Output Cabinet Section
LC = Inductor and Capacitor Cabinet Section (magnetics cabinet)
WTR = Cooling System Cabinet (Blower and Heat-Exchanger)
CC = Control Cabinet

Appendix F
Appendix F
Enclosure Lifting Instructions
Figure 32. Enclosure Lifting Instructions

Appendix G
Appendix G
Customer External Load-Power Circuit Breaker

● Provides power to an Integrated Facility Switchboard (IFS)
for:
● Tracking System
● Lighting
● Security
● Monitoring
The customer local-power is supplied through CB4 located in
the AC Cabinet, form the low-voltage side of the transformer.
Please consult with Eaton Corp. for details and usage
limitations.
See Figure 26 for CB4 location.
Illustrated is the 60 A rating of CB4. The kVA rating is based
upon the inverter’s nominal output voltage; 320 Vac for the
1500 kW unit and 357 Vac for the 1670 kW unit.
Figure 33. Location of CB4 in the Electrical Path

Appendix H
Appendix H
Maintenance Schedule Record

The following maintenance log should have entries made to
document when maintenance is performed. The log should
also describe what maintenance was performed. Please
submit the log to your Eaton representative.
Table 24. Maintenance Schedule Record

Date: DD/MM/YY Items Identified Items Corrected Person Performing Maintenance

Appendix J
Appendix J
Notes
Date Notes Other

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Our focus is on delivering the right solution for the application.

But, decision makers demand more than just innovative products.
They turn to Eaton for an unwavering commitment to personal
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Definitions, Safety, and Limitations

Definitions and Symbols CAUTION!

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Symbols Wear appropriate electrical personal protective equipment

safe usage and serviceability of the inverter, including

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De-Energizing the Inverter De-Energizing the Inverter Procedure

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WARNING! CAUTION! NOTICE!

IF A GROUND FAULT IS INDICATED, NORMALLY

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Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter

Product Description Product Information and Labeling

Figure 3. Power Xpert Solar Inverter Rating Label

Power Xpert™ Solar

Conforms to UL STD 1741

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Inverter Overview and Highlights

Figure 4. Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter Diagram

PHOTOVOLATAIC GROUND FAULT

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Table 2. Standard Inverter Features

Available, VAR/PF control; ± 0.91 power factor range at rated power

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Major Components and Functionality

Figure 5. Major Components Diagram: Inverter and Step-Up Transformer

Figure 6. Power Xpert Solar Inverter with Step-Up Transformer

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Inverter DC Section PV-Current Limitation

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Grounded Input Circuits Inverter DC Disconnect Switches and Pre-Charge

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Power Xpert Solar 1500/1670 kW Inverter

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The inverter’s power stacks are liquid cooled. In concert with

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Delivery Inspection ● Do not cross-thread the bolts and inverter-threads

Figure 9. Mounting of Lifting Brackets Figure 10. Mounting of Cover Plates

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Figure 11. Inverter Transport by Lift Truck

Figure 12. Inverter Transport by Crane

Dimensions and Weight

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Mechanical engineering drawings, in 2D DWG format, are

Figure 13. Inverter Cabinet Locations

Controls Power AC Section Throat Step-up Transformer

Table 5. Inverter Minimum and Required Clearances