HEM / HEMK / PCSM / PCSK GEN3

HARDWARE AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL

UTILITY SCALE CENTRAL INVERTER

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UTILITY SCALE CENTRAL STRING INVERTER

Hardware and Installation Manual

Edition: May 2024

INVG3MHW01GI Rev. G
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ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT

PURPOSE

This manual contains important instructions for the installation, configuration and use Power Electronics
Freesun products HEM/K and PCSM/K GEN3.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This manual is intended for qualified customers who will install, configure and operate Power Electronics
Freesun products HEM/K and PCSM/K GEN3.

Only trained electricians approved by Power Electronics may install and commission the inverters. The
instructions assume that the installer is familiar with electrical installation rules and regulations.

REFERENCE MANUALS

The following reference documents are available for the Freesun GEN3 products:

• Hardware and Installation Manual.

• Maintenance Manual.

• Software and Programming Manual.

• Accessories manual.

NOTICE
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
The manufacturer is not liable for damages, losses, costs or expenses incurred by any user of the product
if such damages, losses, costs or expenses result from a failure to comply with the applicable safety
instructions or general instructions or operating instructions given by the manufacturer in any of
the documents and manuals of the product, including, but not limited to hardware installation, programming
and operation, maintenance instructions, handling, or any other. Any damages, losses, costs or
expenses resulting from the improper handling, manipulation, modification or operation of the product will
be subject to the company’s warranty terms.

POWER ELECTRONICS CONTACT INFORMATION

Power Electronics USA Inc. Power Electronics España, S.L.

1510 N. Hobson Street, Gilbert, Polígono Industrial Carrases
Phoenix Ronda del Camp d’Aviació nº 4
AZ 85233 46160, Llíria (Valencia)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SPAIN
US Sales: 602-354-4890 / (480) 519-5977 Telephone: (+34) 96 136 65 57
Website: www.power-electronics.com

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REVISIONS CONTROL

DATE (DD / MM / YYYY) REVISION DESCRIPTION

HW 1.1 update.
Introduction. Technical characteristics. Dimensions and weight.
27 / 10 / 2023 A
Handling, transportation and installation. Wiring access and
connection. LEDs and controls.
06 / 11 / 2023 B Handling, transportation and installation.
Misprint correction. Safety symbols. Symboles de sécurité
08 / 11 / 2023 C
Important safety instructions. Consignes de sécurité importantes.
HW 1.3 update.
Torque and screw sizing. Technical characteristics. Handling,
16 / 01 / 2024 D
transportation and installation. Wiring access and connection.
LEDs and controls.
Update notice regarding foundation considerations for steel or
20 / 03 / 2024 E
concrete pillars.
Update of the material references corresponding to the anti-insect
28 / 03 / 2024 F
grids located inside the inlet visors in the low voltage area.

06 / 05 / 2024 G
Update of the warranty disclaimer. Update of certifications and
standards for HEM / PCSM technical characteristics.
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The products and technical documentation are periodically updated. Power Electronics reserves the right to modify all or part of the
contents of this manual without previous notice. The reproduction or distribution of the present manual is strictly forbidden unless
express authorization from Power Electronics.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT .......................................................................................................................... 2

ACRONYMS ................................................................................................................................................. 5

SAFETY SYMBOLS ..................................................................................................................................... 7

SYMBOLES DE SÉCURITÉ ......................................................................................................................... 8

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 9

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES .......................................................................................... 16

TORQUE AND SCREW SIZING................................................................................................................. 23

1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 24
1.1. Cabinets distribution .................................................................................................................... 25

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ........................................................................................................ 27

2.1. General characteristics HEMK / PCSK ........................................................................................ 27
2.2. General characteristics HEM / PCSM .......................................................................................... 30

3. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT ................................................................................................................. 32

3.1. HEMK / PCSK ............................................................................................................................. 32
3.2. HEM / PCSM ............................................................................................................................... 33

4. HANDLING, TRANSPORTATION AND INSTALLATION ...................................................................... 34

4.1. Delivery and storage .................................................................................................................... 34
4.2. Handling and transportation......................................................................................................... 34
4.3. Standard storage ......................................................................................................................... 40
4.4. Extended storage ........................................................................................................................ 42
4.5. Foundation considerations .......................................................................................................... 43
4.6. Cooling system ............................................................................................................................ 51
4.7. Clearances .................................................................................................................................. 52
4.8. Unpacking.................................................................................................................................... 56
4.9. Anchoring requirements .............................................................................................................. 62

5. WIRING ACCESS AND CONNECTION ................................................................................................. 65

5.1. Wiring access .............................................................................................................................. 65
5.2. Ground connection ...................................................................................................................... 68
5.3. DC Connections .......................................................................................................................... 70
5.4. AC Connections........................................................................................................................... 97
5.5. User cabinet connections .......................................................................................................... 107

6. LEDS AND CONTROLS....................................................................................................................... 110

6.1. LEDs and controls ..................................................................................................................... 110

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ACRONYMS
The terms commonly used in the documentation of Power Electronics’ products are listed in the table
below.

Please notice this is a general series of terms and it encompasses all our product divisions (industrial,
solar, storage, and electric mobility), thus, some of the following expressions may not apply to this
particular manual.

ACRONYM MEANING
AASS Auxiliary Services
AC Alternating Current
AI Analogue Input
AO Analogue Output EN
BESS Battery Energy Storage System
BMS Battery Manager Solution
CCID Charge circuit interrupting device
CCL Charge Current Limit.
CCS Combined charging system – charging and communications protocol following the standard IEC
61851-23 Annex CC
CHAdeMO Charging and communications protocol following the standard IEC 61851-23 Annex AA
CPU Central Processing Unit
DC Direct Current
DCL Discharge Current Limit
DI Digital Input
DSP Digital Signal Processor
DO Digital Output
EMS Energy Management System
EV Electric Vehicle
FPGA Programmable device (Field-Programmable Gate Array)
FRU Field Replaceable Unit
GFDI Ground Fault Detector Interrupter
GPRS General Packet Radio Services, a data transmission system
HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
IGBT Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor
IMI Insulation monitoring device
IT Grid system where the power supply is kept isolated and the electrical equipment system is
grounded.
LOTOTO Locking, tagging and verification procedure (Lock Out – Tag Out - Tryout)
MCB Miniature Circuit Breaker
MCCB Moulded Case Circuit Breaker
MPCS Multi Power Conversion System
MID Measuring Instrument Directive
MV Medium Voltage. This term is used to refer to high voltage in general
PE Ground connection
PI Proportional and Integral
POI Point Of Interconnection
PPE Personal Protection Equipment

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ACRONYM MEANING
PV Photovoltaic energy
RCD Residual Current Device
RCM Residual Current Monitor
RFID Radio Frequency Identification
SOC State Of Charge – referred to battery
SOH State Of Health – referred to battery. It compares the actual state of the battery to its initial
conditions. It is measured in percentage
STO Safe Torque Off
TN Grid system where the power supply is grounded, and the electrical equipment system is brought
to the same ground through the neutral connector.
TT Grid system where both the power supply and the electrical devices are connected to the ground
via separate connections
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
VSD / VFD Variable Speed Drive, Variable Frequency Drive. Both terms are used

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Always follow safety instructions to prevent accidents and potential hazards from occurring.

In this manual, safety messages are classified as follows:

Identifies potentially hazardous situations where dangerous voltage may be

present, which if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury, serious
WARNING injury or death.
Be extremely careful and follow the instructions to avoid the risk of electrical
shocks.

Identifies potentially hazardous situations, which if not avoided, could result

CAUTION
in product damage, or minor or moderate personal injury.
Read the message and follow the instructions carefully.

NOTICE
Identifies important measures to take in order to prevent damage product
and warranty lost, as well as encouraging good use and environmental
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practices.

Other symbols used in this manual for safety messages are the following:

Hot surface. Be careful and follow the instructions to avoid burns and personal injuries.

Risk of fire. Be careful and follow the instructions to prevent causing an unintentional fire.

Caution, risk of electric shock. Energy storage timed discharge. Wait for the indicated
time to avoid electrical hazards.

Caution, risk of hearing damage. Wear hearing protection.

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SYMBOLES DE SÉCURITÉ1
Respectez toujours les consignes de sécurité afin de prévenir les accidents et les dangers possibles.

Dans ce guide, les messages de sécurité sont classés comme suit :

Désigne des situations potentiellement dangereuses où une tension

dangereuse peut être présente et pouvant entraîner des blessures
AVERTISSEMENT corporelles légères, graves ou mortelles elles ne sont pas évitées.
Soyez extrêmement prudent et suivez les instructions pour éviter les
risques de choc électrique.

Désigne des situations potentiellement dangereuses qui, si elles ne sont

MISE EN GARDE pas évitées, peuvent entraîner des dommages aux produits ou des
blessures corporelles légères ou modérées.
Lisez le message et suivez les instructions attentivement.

Identifie les mesures importantes à prendre afin d’éviter des dommages

AVIS au produit et la perte de la garantie et encourage une utilisation et des
pratiques écologiques appropriées.

Les autres symboles utilisés dans ce guide pour les messages de sécurité sont les suivants :

Surface chaude. Soyez prudent et suivez les instructions pour éviter les brûlures et les
blessures corporelles.

Risque d’incendie. Soyez prudent et suivez les instructions pour éviter de provoquer un
incendie involontaire.

Avertissement, risque de choc électrique. Stockage d’énergie à décharge programmée.

Attendez le temps indiqué pour éviter les dangers électriques.

Mise en garde, risque de dommage auditif. Utilisez un dispositif de protection anti-bruit.

1 Same safety instructions just translated into French as per CSA Certification Requirement.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions for HEM/K and PCSM/K GEN3 that shall be followed during
installation and maintenance.

Read carefully all documentation before manipulating the product and pay special attention to safety
recommendations to maximize the performance of this product and to ensure its safe use and installation.

It is the installer’s responsibility to follow the instructions provided on this manual, to follow good electrical
practices and to identify all mentioned warnings and recommendations before starting up and operating
the inverter.

WARNING

If the instructions on this manual are not followed, the products may present a SHOCK HAZARD.
Read and retain the Hardware and Installation Manual for future reference. Before installing the inverter,
EN
read all instructions and cautionary markings. Failure to follow the safety instructions could result in severe
shock or even death. Exercise extreme caution always to prevent possible accidents.

Ensure the inverter is completely disconnected from the power supply and connected to ground
before manipulating it or performing any maintenance tasks. Otherwise, electric shock hazard exists.
To prevent electrical hazards, disconnect input supply, connect the product to ground, remove all control
voltages before carrying out any task and ensure busbars are completely discharged.
Warning and safety labels must be properly placed in terminals, enclosures and control panels according
to local normative in force.

In addition to the recommendations on this manual, local and site-specific safety procedures must be
considered regarding electrical installation, buildings, fire and other regulations or network requirements
applicable to the installation and/or product. Also, national and local electrical codes must be followed in
order to avoid personal injuries and/or product damage.
Failure to comply safety instructions and electrical codes may void the warranty.

When working in electrical installations always remember to apply the FIVE GOLDEN RULES:

1. Visible cutout of all sources in voltage.

2. Mechanical locking of all cutting elements.
3. Check the absence of voltage.
4. Ground and short-circuit all possible voltage sources.
5. Define and mark the work area.

Do not modify the product in any way not authorized by Power Electronics.

NOTICE

Consult LOTOTO procedure in the Maintenance Manual.

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WARNING

A solar or battery inverter is a dual power source. There may be voltage present, from the photovoltaic
generator and / or the product. It is especially important to consider this when disconnecting parts of the
system.

The input configuration and the fuse values must be selected according to the installation
characteristics and meet all code requirements. It is the responsibility of the installer to select the
proper overcurrent values.

Up to 1500 Vdc may be present in the solar array / BESS. Use LOTOTO procedures to ensure the
system is safely deenergized prior to making connections.

Once LOTOTO procedures are complete, ensure AC are also cut off before making any actions on
the product. There could be hazardous voltages present in the busbars and you may get an electric
shock.

Do not connect any supply to the product while the doors are open.
Otherwise, you could get an electric shock.

Do not apply power to a damaged inverter or to an inverter with missing parts even if the
installation is complete.
Otherwise, you could get an electric shock.

Keep all doors closed during product operation.

Otherwise, you could get an electric shock

Do not open the doors except for periodic inspections or wiring, even if the input power is not
applied. Otherwise, you could contact the charged circuits and get an electric shock.

Always operate switches with dry hands and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Otherwise,
you could get an electric shock.

Any tasks performed must be carried out with, at least, two operators. The inverter should never be
operated by a single operator.

Do not use cables with damaged insulation. Do not subject the cables to abrasions, excessive
stress, heavy loads or pinching. Otherwise, you could get an electric shock.

Ensure compliance of all safety regulations for medium voltage operations that are in force at the
place where the inverter is installed. Otherwise, you could get an electric shock.

In case the product stops due to a power loss, do not perform any works on it. Automatic restart
function might be enabled, and you could get an electric shock.

Any tests performed on the products must be previously validated and approved by Power Electronics.

In the case of HEM / PCSM products, under no circumstances shall any modifications be made to the
transformer taps. If a transformer ratio test is required, it must be performed using the factory tap.

Always follow proper lockout / tagout procedures. For further information, refer to the Maintenance
Manual.

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WARNING

The product contains capacitors on the AC and DC sides. The discharge time of the
capacitors is 5 minutes. Wait until the capacitors have been discharged before
carrying out any maintenance task.
5 min

Work at heights shall be carried out under the appropriate safety conditions and equipment and
always in accordance with the regulations of the country where the operation is carried out.

In the cabinets where high voltage is present, the installer must add a warning signal “DANGER –
HIGH VOLTAGE”.

PRODUCTS WHICH INCLUDE GFDI PROTECTION:

When a ground fault is indicated, normally grounded conductors may be ungrounded and energized or
normally ungrounded conductors may be grounded

PRODUCTS WITH UNGROUNDED POLES CONFIGURATION: EN

When a ground fault is indicated, normally ungrounded conductors may be grounded.

A solar o battery inverter is dual power source. There may be voltage present from the PV generator
or BESS and/or inverter. It is particularly important to consider this when disconnecting parts of the
system.

The input configuration and fuse ratings must be selected according to the characteristics of the
installation and comply with regulatory requirements. It is the responsibility of the installer to select the
appropriate overcurrent values.

Up to 1500Vdc may be present in the solar field or batteries. Use LOTOTO procedures to ensure that
the system has been safely de-energized before making connections.

ISOLATION GUIDELINES HEM / PCSM

To ensure the safety of the personnel who will be working on the inverter, it is imperative to open the input
circuit breaker and earth the MV switchgear supplying voltage to the product. Besides this, the customer
must remove voltage from the MV facility network and discharge it to ground by keeping it in ground
position while the product is open (unless a task specific Health and Safety study is completed, and task
specific procedure is available).

In addition, it is necessary to completely disconnect the DC power supply from the PV array or BESS
system to the product, unless a Health and Safety study has been performed and a task-specific
procedure is available. In this case, please note that the DC cabinet cannot be opened, as there is voltage
present from the PV field or BESS.

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WARNING

To perform any maintenance or activity inside the products, the user must verify that no voltage is present
on the product, as well as carry out the LOTOTO procedure as indicated in the Maintenance Manual.
Always apply the five golden rules to ensure that no dangerous voltages are present.

These manoeuvres are beyond the scope of Power Electronics personnel. The customer will be
responsible for ensuring the safety of Power Electronics personnel working on the product.

GROUND CONNECTION HEM / PCSM

Electric shock prevention:

• The product chassis must be properly grounded to prevent a possible electric shock if a leakage
current flows through the enclosure. Disconnect all the voltage supplies before proceeding with
maintenance operations within the product. The product contains capacitors which may have a
hazardous voltage even when the input voltage is disconnected. Make sure the product is
discharged before performing any operation.

• Only connect the earth grounding to the product’s earth plate. Do not use the case or the chassis
screw for grounding.

• The earth protection cable must be connected first and disconnected last.

• The product must be connected to ground by using the ground busbar located in the medium
voltage switchgear.

AC output cables are medium voltage cables. As shown in the figure below, they are coaxial cables,
each one including earth. To carry out a correct connection, it is necessary to bond the earth of each
phase and connect it to the ground busbar of the product (located in the MV voltage switchgear).

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CAUTION

Install the product on a solid and levelled surface. Follow the recommendations on how to build
the foundation. Otherwise, there is a risk of malfunction and even permanent damage.

Disconnect the input power in case the inverter gets damaged.

Otherwise, it could result in a secondary accident or a fire.

Do not allow lint, paper, wood chips, dust, metallic chips or other foreign matter into
the inverter. Otherwise, a fire or an accident could occur.

After the input power is applied or removed, the inverter will remain hot for a few
minutes. Touching internal hot parts could result in skin burns.

CAUTION
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According to IEC 62920 type A inverters are not designed to be used in a residential environment.
This inverter may cause radio frequency interference, in which case the user may be required to take
additional mitigation measures against electromagnetic interference.

Observe all minimum clearance requirements for electrical code, thermal and safety requirements.
Refer to NEC 110.34 for additional clearance requirements for product above 600 Volts

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NOTICE

RECYCLING
Product packaging must be recycled. Separate all different materials (plastic, paper, cardboard, wood…)
and place them in the corresponding containers. Ensure waste collection is properly managed with a Non-
Hazardous Waste Agent.

To guarantee health and natural environmental sources protection, the European Union has
adopted the WEEE directive concerning discarded electric and electronic product (SEEA).

Waste of electrical and electronic product (WEEE) must be collected selectively for
proper environmental management.

Our products contain electronic cards, capacitors and other electronic devices that should
be separated when they are no longer functional. These WEEEs should be managed
accordingly with a Hazardous Waste Agent.

Power Electronics promotes good environmental practices and recommends that all its products sold
outside of the European Union, once they reach the end of their life, are separated and the WEEE managed
according to the particular country applicable legislation (especially electronic cards, capacitors and other
electronic devices).

REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE from now on)

PPE is required according to standards for repairing and maintaining Freesun inverters. Always Follow
the site operative instructions to fulfil the compliance of national or local normative.

In case of actions with voltage presence, it is compulsory to use an Arc Flash Safety Kit (gloves, clothes
and face shield).

A detailed example of PPE used will be shown below. Customer must specify in his safety instructions
(risk assessment and method statements) which are the PPE required and when and how they should be
used according to his electric arc studies, the characteristics of site, inverters, installation and country.

Power Electronics accepts no responsibility or liability for any damages resulting from
inappropriate use of the product or failure to comply national or local normative.

The following table includes just an example of commonly used PPE description. Always follow local
regulations / NFPA-70E standard about Safety and Health.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Safety glasses Eye protection according EN 166.

Gloves with mechanical, dielectric and against arc flash.
Electric gloves Class according to voltage.
EN 60903; ASTM D120 specifications and NFPA 70E standards.
Safety footwear S3 class complying with BS EN ISO 20345.
Isolation carpet according to IEC 61111
Insulation carpet
Class according to voltage.
Arc flash personal protective equipment kit (including arc flash
Safety kit arc flash
protective face shield & hard hat), fire resistant 40 cal/cm2.
Lock Out / Tag Out elements set Padlock and auxiliary elements set to lock out dangerous product.

HI-VIS vest Fr VIS vest 9 cal/cm2.

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PPE FOR INSTALLATION

Mechanical gloves Safety boots Safety helmet Safety glasses

Additional PPE for commissioning and maintenance tasks

Safety clothes according to NFPA-70E and safety labels

The following table shows the protection class type, depending on the working voltage.

ELECTRICAL INSULATED GLOVES

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Class AC (VAC) DC (VDC)
00 500 750
0 1000 1500
1 7500 11250
2 17000 25500
3 26500 39750
4 36000 54000

ELECTRICAL SAFETY MATTING

Class AC (VAC) DC (VDC)
0 1000 1500
1 7500 11250
2 17000 25500
3 26500 39750
4 36000 54000

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES1

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT!
Ce guide contient des instructions importantes pour les produits HEM/K et PCSM/K GEN3 qui doivent être
suivies pendant l’installation et l’entretien.

Lisez attentivement toute la documentation avant de manipuler le produit et portez une attention
particulière aux recommandations de sécurité pour optimiser les performances de ce produit et assurer
une utilisation et une installation en toute sécurité.
Il est de la responsabilité de l’installateur de suivre les instructions fournies dans ce guide, d’adopter les
bonnes pratiques en matière d’électricité et d’identifier tous les avertissements et recommandations
mentionnés avant de d’activer et d’utiliser l’onduleur.

AVERTISSEMENT

Si les instructions fournies dans ce guide ne sont pas respectées, les produits peuvent présenter
un RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE. Lisez et conservez le Guide du matériel et d’installation pour
référence ultérieure. Avant d’installer l’onduleur, lisez toutes les instructions et les mises en garde. Le
non-respect des consignes de sécurité peut entraîner un choc grave ou même la mort. Faites toujours
preuve d’une extrême prudence pour prévenir des accidents éventuels.

Assurez-vous que l’onduleur est complètement déconnecté de la source d’alimentation et relié à

la terre avant de le manipuler ou d’effectuer des tâches d’entretien. Dans le cas contraire, il y a un
risque de choc électrique.
Pour prévenir les risques électriques, débranchez l’alimentation entrante, reliez le produit à la terre,
supprimez toutes les tensions de commande avant d’effectuer une tâche et assurez-vous que les barres
omnibus sont complètement déchargées.
Des étiquettes d’avertissement et de sécurité doivent être apposées correctement sur les bornes, les
boîtiers et les panneaux de commande, conformément aux règlements locaux en vigueur.

Outre les recommandations figurant dans ce guide, les procédures de sécurité locales et spécifiques au
site doivent être prises en compte en ce qui à trait à l’installation électrique, les bâtiments, les incendies
et d’autres réglementations ou exigences de réseau applicables à l’installation et/ou au produit. De plus,
les codes de l’électricité au niveau national et local doivent être respectés afin d’éviter des blessures
corporelles et/ou des dommages au produit.
Le non-respect des consignes de sécurité et des codes de l’électricité peut annuler la garantie.

Lorsque vous travaillez sur des installations électriques, n’oubliez jamais d’appliquer les CINQ
RÈGLES D'OR :
1. Coupure visible de toutes les sources de tension.
2. Verrouillage mécanique de tous les éléments de coupe.
3. Vérifier l’absence de tension.
4. Mettre à la terre et court-circuiter toutes les sources de tension possibles.
5. Délimiter et marquer la zone de travail.

Ne modifiez pas le produit d’une manière non autorisée par Power Electronics.

AVIS

Consultez la procédure de cadenassage et d’étiquetage dans le Guide d’entretien.

1
Same safety instructions just translated into French as per CSA Certification Requirement.

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AVERTISSEMENT
Un onduleur solaire ou à batterie représente une double source d’énergie. Il peut y avoir une tension
dans le générateur photovoltaïque et/ou le produit. Il est particulièrement important d’en tenir compte
lorsque vous déconnectez des parties du système.

La configuration d’entrée et les valeurs des fusibles doivent être sélectionnées conformément aux
caractéristiques de l’installation et répondre à toutes les exigences du code. Il est de la
responsabilité de l’installateur de sélectionner les valeurs de surintensité appropriées.

Une tension allant jusqu’à 1500 Vcc peut être présente dans la batterie solaire ou le système BESS.
Utilisez les procédures de cadenassage et d’étiquetage pour vous assurer que le système est mis
hors tension en toute sécurité avant d’effectuer des connexions.

Une fois les procédures de cadenassage et d’étiquetage complétées, assurez-vous que

l’alimentation en CA est également coupée avant de travailler sur le produit. Des tensions
dangereuses peuvent être présentes dans les barres omnibus et causer un choc électrique.

Ne branchez pas une source d’énergie au produit lorsque les portes sont ouvertes.
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Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc électrique.

N’alimentez pas un onduleur endommagé ou comportant des pièces manquantes, même si

l’installation est terminée.
Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc électrique.

Gardez toutes les portes fermées lorsque le produit fonctionne.

Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc électrique.

N’ouvrez pas les portes sauf pour les inspections régulières ou pour le câblage, et ce, même si
l’alimentation entrante n’est pas appliquée. Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez entrer en contact
avec les circuits chargés et recevoir un choc électrique.

Actionnez toujours les commutateurs en ayant les mains sèches et utilisez l’équipement de
protection individuelle (EPI). Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc électrique.

Toutes les tâches doivent être effectuées avec un minimum de deux opérateurs. L’onduleur ne doit
jamais être actionné par un seul opérateur.

N’utilisez pas des câbles dont l’isolation est endommagée. Ne soumettez pas les câbles à
l’abrasion, à des contraintes excessives, à des charges lourdes ou à des pincements. Dans le cas
contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc électrique.

Assurez-vous de respecter toutes les règles de sécurité pour les opérations de moyenne tension
en vigueur à l’endroit où l’onduleur est installé. Dans le cas contraire, vous pourriez recevoir un choc
électrique.

N’effectuez aucune tâche sur le produit s’il cesse de fonctionner en raison d’une perte de
puissance. La fonction de redémarrage automatique peut être activée et causer un choc électrique.

Tout essai réalisé sur les produits doit au préalable être validé et approuvé par Power Electronics.

En aucun cas des modifications ne doivent être apportées aux prises des transformateurs des produits
HEM / PCSM. Si un essai de rapport de transformation est nécessaire, il doit être effectué à l’aide de la
prise d’usine.

Suivez toujours les procédures appropriées de cadenassage / d’étiquetage. Pour plus d’information,
référez-vous au Guide d’entretien.

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AVERTISSEMENT

Le produit contient des condensateurs sur les côtés CA et CC. Le temps de

décharge des condensateurs est de 5 minutes. Attendez que les condensateurs
soient déchargés avant d’effectuer toute tâche d’entretien.
5 min.

Les travaux en hauteur doivent être effectués dans des conditions de sécurité et avec les
équipements appropriés, toujours en conformité avec les réglementations du pays dans lequel
les travaux ont lieu.

Dans les armoires électriques à haute tension, l’installateur doit placer le signal d’avertissement
« DANGER - HAUTE TENSION ».

PRODUITS DOTÉS DE LA PROTECTION GFDI :

Lorsqu’un défaut à la terre est détecté, les conducteurs mis à la terre normalement peuvent être mis hors
terre et sous tension ou bien les conducteurs non mis à la terre normalement peuvent être mis à la terre.

PRODUITS DONT LA CONFIGURATION DES PÔLES N’EST PAS MISE À LA TERRE :

Lorsqu’un défaut à la terre est détecté, les conducteurs non mis à la terre normalement peuvent être mis
à la terre.

Un onduleur solaire ou à batterie représente une double source d’énergie. Il peut y avoir une tension
dans le générateur photovoltaïque ou BESS et/ou l’onduleur. Il est particulièrement important d’en tenir
compte lorsque vous déconnectez des parties du système.

La configuration d’entrée et les calibres des fusibles doivent être sélectionnés conformément aux
caractéristiques de l’installation et répondre à toutes les exigences réglementaires. Il est de la
responsabilité de l’installateur de sélectionner les valeurs de surintensité appropriées.

Une tension allant jusqu’à 1500 Vcc peut être présente dans le champ solaire ou les batteries. Utilisez
les procédures de cadenassage et d’étiquetage pour vous assurer que le système a été mis hors
tension en toute sécurité avant d’effectuer des connexions.

DIRECTIVES D’ISOLEMENT HEM / PCSM

Accès aux
câbles CA MT

Câbles MT
Appareillage de
Champ/BESS commutation MT
photovoltaïque CC

Afin de garantie la sécurité du personnel qui travaillera sur l’onduleur, il est impératif d’ouvrir le disjoncteur
d’entrée et de mettre à la terre l’appareillage de commutation MT alimentant le produit en tension. Outre
ces mesures, le client doit supprimer la tension du réseau du site MT et le décharger à la terre, en le
gardant dans cette position alors que le produit est ouvert (à moins d’avoir réalisé une étude de santé et
de sécurité spécifique à la tâche et qu’une procédure spécifique à la tâche ne soit disponible).

De plus, il est nécessaire de débrancher complètement la source d’alimentation en CC de la batterie

photovoltaïque ou du système BESS du produit, à moins d’avoir réalisé une étude de santé et de sécurité
et qu’une procédure spécifique à la tâche ne soit disponible. Dans un tel cas, veuillez noter que l’armoire
électrique CC ne peut pas être ouverte en raison d’une tension présente dans le champ photovoltaïque
ou le système BESS.

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AVERTISSEMENT
Pour effectuer des travaux d’entretien ou autres à l’intérieur des produits, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer
qu’aucune tension n’est présente dans le produit et effectuer la procédure de cadenassage et
d’étiquetage tel que décrite dans le Guide d’entretien. Appliquez toujours les cinq règles d’or pour vous
assurer qu’il n’y a pas de tensions dangereuses.

Ces mesures ne sont pas du ressort du personnel de Power Electronics. Le client est responsable
d’assurer la sécurité du personnel de Power Electronics travaillant sur le produit.

CONNEXION À LA TERRE HEM / PCSM

Prévention des chocs électriques:

• Le châssis du produit doit être mis à la terre correctement pour prévenir un choc électrique
possible en cas de courant de fuite circulant à travers le boîtier. Débranchez toutes les
alimentations en tension avant d’effectuer les opérations d’entretien à l’intérieur du produit. Le
produit contient des condensateurs qui peuvent présenter une tension dangereuse, et ce, même
lorsque la tension d’entrée est déconnectée. Assurez-vous que le produit est déchargé avant
EN
d’effectuer toute opération.

• Raccordez la mise à la terre uniquement à la plaque de terre du produit. N’utilisez pas le boîtier
ou la vis du châssis pour la mise à la terre.

• Le câble de protection à la terre doit être raccordé en premier et déconnecté en dernier.

• Le produit doit être relié à la terre à l’aide de la barre omnibus à la terre située dans l’appareillage
de commutation à moyenne tension.

Les câbles de sortie CA sont des câbles de moyenne tension. Comme l’illustre la figure ci-dessous, ce
sont des câbles coaxiaux, chacun comprenant la terre. Pour effectuer un raccordement approprié, il est
nécessaire de relier la terre de chaque phase et de la raccorder à la barre omnibus à la terre du produit
(situé dans l’appareillage de commutation MT).

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MISE EN GARDE

Installez le produit sur une surface solide et nivelée. Suivez les recommandations sur la
construction de la fondation. Dans le cas contraire, cela peut entraîner des dysfonctionnements et
même des dommages permanents.

Débranchez l’alimentation entrante en cas de dommage à l’onduleur.

Dans le cas contraire cela pourrait causer un accident secondaire ou un incendie.

Ne laissez pas la peluche, le papier, les copeaux de bois ou de métal, la poussière

ou d’autres corps étrangers s’infiltrer dans l’onduleur. Dans le cas contraire, un
incendie ou un accident pourrait se produire.

Une fois que l’alimentation entrante est appliquée ou retirée, l’onduleur restera
chaud pendant quelques minutes. Le contact avec les parties internes chaudes peut
causer des brûlures de la peau.

MISE EN GARDE

Selon la norme IEC 62920, les onduleurs de type A ne sont pas conçus pour une utilisation dans
un environnement résidentiel. Cet onduleur peut causer des interférences aux fréquences
radioélectriques. Dans un tel cas, l’utilisateur peut être tenu de prendre des mesures d’atténuation
supplémentaires contre les interférences électromagnétiques.

Respectez toutes les exigences de dégagement minimal du code de l’électricité pour assurer la
sécurité et la protection thermique. Référez-vous à l’article NEC 110.34 pour d’autres exigences de
dégagement minimal pour les produits dont la capacité est supérieure à 600 volts

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AVIS

RECYCLAGE
L’emballage du produit doit être recyclé. Triez les différents matériaux (plastique, papier, carton, bois...) et
placez-les dans les contenants correspondants. Assurez-vous que la collecte des déchets est effectuée
adéquatement avec un service de déchets non dangereux.

Afin de garantir la protection de la santé et des sources naturelles de l’environnement,

l’Union européenne a adopté la directive DEEE relative aux déchets d’équipements
électriques et électroniques (SEEA).

Les déchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques doivent être récupérés

séparément pour une bonne gestion environnementale.

Nos produits contiennent des cartes à puces, des condensateurs et d’autres dispositifs
électroniques qui doivent être retirés lorsqu’ils ne sont plus fonctionnels. Ces DEEE doivent
être traités en conséquence comme des déchets dangereux.

Power Electronics encourage les bonnes pratiques environnementales et recommande que tous ses
produits vendus à l’extérieur de l’Union européenne, une fois qu’ils atteignent la fin de leur cycle de vie,
EN
soient séparés et que les DEEE soient traités conformément à la législation pertinente du pays concerné
(notamment les cartes à puces, les condensateurs et autres dispositifs électroniques).

ÉQUIPEMENT DE PROTECTION INDIVIDUELLE (désormais EPI) OBLIGATOIRE

L’EPI est obligatoire conformément aux normes de réparation et d’entretien des onduleurs Freesun.
Suivez toujours les instructions opérationnelles du site pour assurer la conformité aux règlements nationaux
et locaux.
Si vous devez effectuer des tâches en présence de tension, il est obligatoire d’utiliser une trousse de
sécurité contre les arcs électriques (gants, vêtements et écran facial).
Un exemple détaillé de l’EPI utilisé est illustré ci-dessous. Le client doit préciser dans ses consignes de
sécurité (évaluation des risques et méthodologie) l’EPI obligatoire et quand et comment il doit être utilisé,
en se basant sur ses vérifications d’arc électrique, les caractéristiques du site, les onduleurs, l’installation
et le pays.
Power Electronics n’assume aucune responsabilité pour tout dommage résultant d’une utilisation
inappropriée du produit ou du non-respect des règlements nationaux et locaux.

Le tableau suivant illustre un seul exemple de description d’EPI couramment utilisé. Suivez toujours les
réglementations locales / la norme NFPA-70E concernant la santé et la sécurité.

D’ENTRETIEN DESCRIPTION
Lunettes de protection Protection oculaire conforme à la norme EN 166.
Gants de protection mécanique, diélectrique et contre les arcs électriques.
Gants isolants électriques Catégorie selon la tension.
Norme EN 60903; spécifications ASTM D120 et normes NFPA 70E.
Chaussures de sécurité Catégorie S3 conforme aux spécifications BS EN ISO 20345.
Tapis isolant conforme à la norme IEC 61111
Tapis isolant
Catégorie selon la tension.
Trousse d’équipement de protection individuelle contre les arcs électriques (y
Trousse de sécurité contre les
compris un écran facial et un casque de protection contre les arcs électriques),
arcs électriques
résistante au feu à 40 cal/cm2.
Ensemble d’articles de
Cadenas et ensemble d’articles connexes pour verrouiller les produits dangereux.
cadenassage / d’étiquetage
Veste à haute visibilité Veste résistante aux flammes visible à 9 cal/cm2.

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EPI POUR L’INSTALLATION

Gants de protection
Bottes de sécurité Casque de protection Lunettes de protection
mécanique
EPI supplémentaire pour les tâches de mise en service et d’entretien

Vêtements de protection conformément à la norme NFPA-70E et les étiquettes de sécurité

Le tableau suivant montre le type de catégorie de protection selon la tension de fonctionnement.

GANTS ISOLANTS ÉLECTRIQUES

Catégorie CA (VCA) CC (VCC)
00 500 750
0 1000 1500
1 7500 11250
2 17000 25500
3 26500 39750
4 36000 54000

TAPIS DE SÉCURITÉ ÉLECTRIQUE

Catégorie CA (VCA) CC (VCC)
0 1000 1500
1 7500 11250
2 17000 25500
3 26500 39750
4 36000 54000

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TORQUE AND SCREW SIZING

The following table shows the torque for both mechanical and electrical connections, applicable to all
cabinets [2, 3]:

SCREW SIZE TORQUE

ISO 8.8 QUALITY[a]

METRIC ENGLISH
(mm) (in.)
(Nm) (lb-ft)

M3 1/8 1,3 0.95

M4 5/32 3 2.21
M5 3/16 6 4.42
M6 1/4 8 5.9
M8 5/16 20 14.75 EN
M10 7/16 40 29.5
M12 1/2 60 44.25
M14 9/16 120 88.5
M16 5/8 210 154.89

[a] For other qualities, follow the screw’s manufacturer guidelines.

NOTICE
Criteria for the use of the tightening torque:

1. Whenever a metric is indicated in any step, the applicable tightening torque will be the one
indicated in the general table unless another one is expressly indicated in that step.
2. If no torque is indicated during the step, this means that the user must look at the general table
and use the torque indicated in the table for each bolt size.
3. When the screw or fastening means does not require torque, or can be fastened by hand, it
shall be expressly indicated.

2
Power Electronics recommends the use of Zinc Steel quality 8.8 bolts for internal connections in general, DC and
earth connections included.
3
Power Electronics recommends the use of A2-70 stainless bolts for external connections in general, AC
connections included.

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1. INTRODUCTION
1
Power Electronics' HEM/K solar range and PCSM/K GEN3 storage is the third generation of low and medium
voltage inverters with the latter being stored in a single enclosure offering a turnkey solution that simplifies the
installation design.

The PCSM/K battery inverters can have 1, 2 or 4 DC inputs, maximizing the performance and optimizing the
power of the battery plant.

The products are designed for easy field installation with a safe, reliable and efficient Plug&Play mounting
system.

Their modularity allows for the redistribution of DC power in case of module failure, resulting in lower energy
losses and higher availability and performance.

The power stage architecture, consisting of up to four field replaceable units (FRU), is designed to provide
maximum availability and optimize production performance.

Thanks to the innovative cooling system, it provides a constant flow of clean air inside the products, without the
need for liquid cooling.

Medium voltage solar and storage HEM / PCSM GEN3 inverters

Low voltage solar and storage HEMK / PCSK GEN3 inverters

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1.1. Cabinets distribution

HEMK / PCSK
The following picture shows the standard cabinet layout of HEMK / PCSK inverters:

EN

Number in
Cabinet Detail
figure
1: Air inlet for the cooling system.
1, 7 Ventilation grids
7: Air outlet for the cooling system.
2: DC cabinet access door. Protections: Insulation monitoring device board, GFDI (solar
only, grounded configuration), input fuses, DC surge protection device (SPD), RFI filters,
2, 3 DC cabinet
soft load boards and DC switch disconnectors.
3: Access cover for DC cables connection. Product grounding.
4 User cabinet 4: User cabinet1.
5: Control and power panel, central control board, DC/DC board, auxiliary ventilation
5 Main control cabinet circuit breakers, PV/BESS fuses, Ethernet switch, power supplies, 120Vdc bus capacitor
and SPD.
6 AASS transformer 6: Auxiliary services (AASS) transformer.
8: C filter access cover.
8,9 LC filter cabinet
9: Main inductance access cover.
10: AC circuit breaker access door, AASS transformer fuse holder disconnectable base
and AC SPD.
10, 12, 13 AC cabinet
12: Auxiliary connection to MV Skid.
13: AC output.
11 Modules cabinet 11: Access to power modules.

1
Depends on project specifications.

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HEM / PCSM
The following picture shows the cabinet layout of the HEM / PCSM products:

Number in
Cabinet Detail
figure
1: Access door to MV switchgear (UL or IEC according to HW version).
MV Switchgear
1, 2, 14, 19 2, 19: Access door to MV AC cables installation.
cabinet
14: Econ Mode (optional, only UL products).
15, 16: DC cabinet access door. Protections: Insulation monitoring device board, GFDI
(solar only, grounded configuration), input fuses, DC surge protection device (SPD), RFI
15 – 17 DC cabinet
filters, soft load boards and DC switch disconnectors.
17: Access cover for DC cables connection. Product grounding.
3 Modules cabinet 3: Access to power modules.

4 AASS transformer 4: Auxiliary services (AASS) transformer.

Protections and
5 Ventilation protections. MV measurements.
measurements
6: Air inlets for the cooling system.
6, 7 Ventilation grids
7: Air outlets for the cooling system.
8: Access to the medium voltage transformer (UL or IEC according to HW version). Air
inlets for the cyclone system and dust particle outlet. Access door to the cyclone filter and
8,9 MV cabinet
to the impulsion fan.
9: Dust particles outlet.
10: C filter access cover.
10, 11, 12 LC filter cabinet 11: AC busbar. AASS transformer fuse holder disconnectable base and AC SPD 2.
12: Main inductance access cover.
13: Control and power panel, central control board, DC/DC board, auxiliary ventilation
13 Main control cabinet circuit breakers, PV/BESS fuses, Ethernet switch, power supplies, 120Vdc bus
capacitors and SPD.
18 User cabinets 18: User cabinet 3.

2
The layout and elements of this cabinet may be affected by product options. For more information, please refer to the
Accessories Manual.
3
Depends on project specifications.

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2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
2
2.1. General characteristics HEMK / PCSK
Operating grid frequency (Hz) 50 / 60 Hz
Current harmonic distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
AC 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive power
Power factor (cos phi) [1]
injection at night (HEMK)
Reactive power compensation (only PCSK) Four quadrant operation
Maximum DC Voltage 1500V
DC Voltage Ripple (PCSK) < 3%
Product frames Frame 2 Frame 3 Frame 4
Number of inputs HEMK Up to 20 Up to 30 Up to 40

Number of separate DC inputs

PCSK
MPCSK 2 3
1
2 4
EN
DC MPCSK (per input) 1148 1148 2295 1148
Max.DC continuous current (A)
HEMK [2] / PCSK 2295 3343 4590
HEMK [2] 3470 5205 6940
Max.DC short circuit current (A) PCSK /
250kA with a time constant of 3ms
MPCSK (per input)
Number of Freemaq DC/DC (only HEMK) [2] Up to 4
Battery technology for PCSK / MPCSK All type of batteries (BMS required)
Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 9.8 x 6.5 x 7.5
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 3,0 x 2,0 x 2,3
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
Degree of protection NEMA 3R / IP55
Operating temperature range [3] From -25°C to +60°C, >50°C power derating
ENVIRONMENT Operating relative humidity range From 4% to 100% non-condensing
Storage temperature range From -15ºC a +40ºC
Max.Altitude(above sea level) 2000m / >2000m power derating (Max. 4000m)
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
CONTROL INTERFACE Power plant controller Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
Ground fault protection GFDI (only HEMK) and insulation monitoring device
Humidity control Active heating
General AC Protection & Disconn. Circuit breaker
PROTECTIONS General DC Protection & Disconn. Fuses, DC switch-disconnectors [4]
Type II AC y DC for HEMK
Overvoltage protection
Type II AC and type I+II DC for PCSK
Protective class Class I
UL1741 / CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16 / IEC62109-1 /
Safety
CERTIFICATIONS & IEC62109-2 / IEC 62477-1.
STANDARDS Installation NEC 2020 / IEC
Utility interconnect [5] IEEE 1547:2018 / UL 1741 SA & SB / IEC 62116:2014

Notes:

[1] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2).

[2] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[3] Optional available for temperatures down to -35 ºC. Consult Power Electronics for the corresponding curves.
[4] Battery short circuit disconnection must be done on the battery side.
[5] Consult Power Electronics for other applicable standards and grid codes.

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Standard ratings
HEMK / PCSK GEN3
AC output AC output
REF. Operating grid Max. AC output DC Voltage Efficiency Euroeta HW
Frame power (kVA/kW) power (kVA/kW)
(FxxxxxKy) [1] voltage (Vac) current (A) 40ºC range [3] (Max) (η) [4] (η) [4] version
40ºC [2] 50ºC [2]
1525 [7] 480 ± 10% 1525 1415 679V-1200V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
1590 [7] 500 ± 10% 1590 1475 708V-1250V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
1685 [7] 530 ± 10% 1685 1565 750V-1300V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
1910 600V ± 10% 1910 1775 849V - 1500V 98.78% 98.35% 1.1
2 1955 615V ± 10% 1955 1815 1837 870V - 1500V 98.77% 98.37% 1.1
2005 630V ± 10% 2005 1860 891V - 1500V 98.88% 98.45% 1.1
2055 645V ± 10% 2055 1905 913V - 1500V 98.81% 98.41% 1.1
2101 660V ± 10% 2101 1950 934V - 1500V 98.95% 98.53% 1.1
2195 690V ± 10% 2195 2035 976V - 1500V 98.94% 98.51% 1.1
2290 [7] 480 ± 10% 2290 2125 679V-1200V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
2385 [7] 500 ± 10% 2385 2215 708V-1250V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
2530 [7] 530 ± 10% 2530 2350 750V-1300V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
2865 600V ± 10% 2865 2660 849V - 1500V 98.78% 98.35% 1.1
3 2935 615V ± 10% 2935 2725 2756 870V - 1500V 98.77% 98.37% 1.1
3005 630V ± 10% 3005 2790 891V - 1500V 98.88% 98.45% 1.1
3080 645V ± 10% 3080 2855 913V - 1500V 98.81% 98.41% 1.1
3151 660V ± 10% 3151 2925 934V - 1500V 98.95% 98.53% 1.1
3290 690V ± 10% 3290 3055 976V - 1500V 98.94% 98.51% 1.1
3055 [7] 480 ± 10% 3055 2840 679V-1200V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
3180 [7] 500 ± 10% 3180 2955 708V-1250V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
3370 [7] 530 ± 10% 3370 3130 750V-1300V 98.78% 98.35% 1.3
3820 600V ± 10% 3820 3545 849V - 1500V 98.78% 98.35% 1.1
4 3915 615V ± 10% 3915 3635 3674 870V - 1500V 98.77% 98.37% 1.1
4010 630V ± 10% 4010 3720 891V - 1500V 98.88% 98.45% 1.1
4105 645V ± 10% 4105 3810 913V - 1500V 98.81% 98.41% 1.1
4200 660V ± 10% 4200 3900 934V - 1500V 98.95% 98.53% 1.1
4390 690V ± 10% 4390 4075 976V - 1500V 98.94% 98.51% 1.1

Maximum output Maximum output fault Maximum inverter backfeed

Frame
overcurrent protection current / Duration (ms) current (only PCSK)
2 10.2kA / < 5ms 46,5kA (2 DC inputs)
3 11.2kA / < 5ms 44,7kA (3 DC inputs)
4370A in 12,5s
43kA (4 DC inputs)
4 11.7kA / < 5ms
58,2kA (2 DC inputs)

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The following table shows the values of measurement accuracy of the products [5].

Steady-state measurements Transient measurement

Minimum
Measurement Minimum measurement Measureme
Parameter measurement Range Range
window accuracy nt window
accuracy
0.5 p.u. to 0.0 p.u. to
Voltage, RMS (±1% Vnom) 10 cycles (±2% Vnom) 5 cycles
1.2 p.u. 1.4 p.u.
50Hz to 50Hz to
Frequency[6] 10 mHz 60 cycles 100 mHz 5 cycles
66Hz 66Hz
0.2 p.u.< P <
Active Power < ± 2% 10 cycles Not required N/A N/A
1.0 p.u.
0.2 p.u.< Q <
Reactive Power < ± 5% 10 cycles Not required N/A N/A
1.0 p.u.
1% of measured
Time N/A 5s to 600s < 1 cycle N/A 10ms to 5s
duration

Notes:

[1] The reference comes from the global product configurator where "y" is the number of inputs in the DC
EN
cabinet in the case of MPCSK products.
[2] Values at 1.00·Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for the corresponding curves. The
maximum AC output power must be limited to meet the P-Q capability requirement at the inverter level
of some grid codes.
[3] Consult Power Electronics for the corresponding curves.
[4] Consult Power Electronics for Frame 2 and Frame 3 efficiencies.
[5] Measurement accuracy requirements specified in this table are applicable for voltage THD < 2,5% and
individual voltage harmonics <1,5%.
[6] Accuracy requirements for frequency are applicable only when the fundamental voltage is greater than
30% of the nominal voltage.
[7] Applies to PCSK inverters.

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2.2. General characteristics HEM / PCSM

Operating grid frequency (Hz) 50 / 60 Hz
Current harmonic distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
AC .5 leading … 0.5 lagging / Reactive power injection at
Power factor (coseno phi) [1]
night (HEM)
reactive power compensation (PCSM) Four quadrant operation
DC voltage range 1500V
Rizado de tensión DC (PCSM) < 3%
Number of inputs HEM Up to 40
Number of separate PCSM 1
DC inputs MPCSM 2 4
DC Max.DC continuous HEM [2] / PCSM 4590
current (A) MPCSM (per input) 2295 1148
HEM [2] 6940
Max.DC short circuit
current (A) PCSM /
250kA with a time constant of 3ms
MPCSM (per input)
Number of Freemaq DC/DC[2] Up to 4
Battery Technology (only PCSM) All type of batteries (BMS required)
Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.3 x 6.5 x 7.5
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6,5 x 2,0 x 2,3
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
Degree of protection NEMA 3R / IP55
Operating temperature range [3] From -25°C to +60°C, >50°C power derating
ENVIRONMENT Operating relative humidity range From 4% to 100% non-condensing
Storage temperature range From -15°C to +40°C
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [4] 2000 m
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
CONTROL
Power Plant Controller Optional
INTERFACE
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
Ground Fault Protection GFDI (only HEM) and Insulation monitoring device
Humidity control Active heating
MV switchgear
General AC Protection & Disconn.
20 or 25 kA (UL and IEC) / 2L+V (IEC)
PROTECTIONS
General DC Protection & Disconn. Fuses, DC switch-disconnectors [5]
Type II AC y DC for HEM
Overvoltage protection
Type II AC and type I+II DC for PCSM
Protective class Class I
UL 1741 / CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16 / IEC 62109-1 / IEC
Safety
62109-2 / IEC 62477-2
CERTIFICATIONS AND NEC 2020
Installation
STANDARDS
UL 1741 SA & SB / RULE 21 / RULE 14H / IEEE
Utility interconnect [6]
1547.1:2020

Notes:

[1] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2).

[2] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[3] Optional available for temperatures down to -35 ºC. Consult Power Electronics for the corresponding curves.
[4] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[5] Battery short circuit disconnection must be done on the battery side.
[6] Consult Power Electronics for other applicable standards and grid codes .

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Standard ratings
AC output AC output power
REF. Operating grid Grid DC voltage Efficiency CEC HW
Frame power (kVA/kW) AC (kVA/kW)
(FxxxxxMy) [1] voltage (kV) freq. (Hz) range DC (Máx) (η)[3] (η) [3] version
40ºC [2] 50ºC [2]

4010 4010 3720 891V-1500V 97.91% 97.49% 1.0

34.5kV ±10%
4105 4105 3810 913V-1500V 97.93% 97.50% 1.0
60
4200 98.00% 97.53% 1.0
4200 3900 934V-1500V
4201 13.8kV ±10% 98.00% 97.53% 1.1
4
33kV ±10%
50
(IEC - HEM)
4202
22,9kV ±10%
60
(UL - PCSM) 1.3
4200 3900 934V–1500V 97.8% 97.51%
33kV ±10%
50
(IEC - PCSM)
4203
22,9kV ±10%
(UL - HEM)
60
EN
The following table shows the values of measurement accuracy of the products [4].

Steady-state measurements Transient measurement

Minimum Minimum
Measurement Measurement
Parameter measurement Range measurement Range
window window
accuracy accuracy
0.5 p.u. to 0.0 p.u. to
Voltage, RMS (±1% Vnom) 10 cycles (±2% Vnom) 5 cycles
1.2 p.u. 1.4 p.u.
Frequency[5] 10 mHz 60 cycles 50Hz to 66Hz 100 mHz 5 cycles 50Hz to 66Hz
0.2 p.u.< P <
Active Power < ± 2% 10 cycles Not required N/A N/A
1.0 p.u.
0.2 p.u.< Q <
Reactive Power < ± 5% 10 cycles Not required N/A N/A
1.0 p.u.
1% of measured
Time N/A 5s to 600s < 1 cycle N/A 10ms to 5s
duration

Notes:

[1] The reference comes from the global product configurator where "y" is the number of inputs in the DC cabinet in
the case of MPCSM products.
[2] Values at 1.00·Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for the corresponding curves.
[3] Values including MV transformer.
[4] Measurement accuracy requirements specified in this table are applicable for voltage THD < 2,5% and individual
voltage harmonics <1,5%.
[5] Accuracy requirements for frequency are applicable only when the fundamental voltage is greater than 30% of the
nominal voltage.

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3. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

3
3.1. HEMK / PCSK
The following image shows the dimensions and center of gravity of the HEMK / PCSK GEN3 products.

LOCATION OF
GENERAL DIMENSIONS CENTER OF GRAVITY
THE SHACKLES
Width Depth Depth Height
x y z a c
(W) (D) (D’) (H)
mm 3000 2020 2120 2300 1179 785 1101 257.5 110
in. 118.1 79.5 83.5 90.6 46 31 43 10.1 4.3

Weight
Total weight is approximately 5.5t (12125lb).

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3.2. HEM / PCSM

The dimensions and center of gravity of the HEM / PCSM GEN3 products are shown below:

EN

GENERAL DIMENSIONS CENTER OF GRAVITY

Width Depth Depth Height Height
x y z
(W) (D) (D’) (H) (H’)
mm 6500 2020 2120 2300 2286 3389 992 960
in. 255.9 79.5 83.46 90.55 90 133.43 39.06 37.8

LOCATION OF THE SHACKLES

a b c d e f g h
mm 1160 1790 901 1970 679 1065 1990 796
in. 45.67 70.47 35 77.56 27 41.9 78.3 31

Note: The footprint view may vary between hardware versions particularly on the AC output. For more
information, please refer to the section "Access and cable connection".

Weight
Total weight is approximately 14t (30865lb).

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4. HANDLING, TRANSPORTATION AND

INSTALLATION 4

4.1. Delivery and storage

Power Electronics’ products are carefully tested and packed for shipment. In the event of damage to the
product during transportation, notify the transport agency and Power Electronics (International +34 96
136 65 57, US +1-415-874-3668), or your nearest agent, within 24 hours from receipt of the goods.

Make sure the model and serial number of the inverter match the information on the delivery packing list.

The inverter should be stored in a location that is protected from direct sun and moisture excess.

4.2. Handling and transportation

The instructions to be followed during handling and transport of the product are indicated throughout this
section. The use of any other method of handling not described therein may damage the product.

Preparation before unloading

The product may be delivered in a maritime container or fixed to a platform. Depending on the case,
one guideline or the other must be followed.

a) MARITIME CONTAINER

To unseal and open the container, the following instructions must be followed:

• Cut the door seal and the tarpaulin cord seal.

• Remove the cord by sliding it out of the lugs in such a way that both short sides and a single
long side of the container are free of the cord. Bundle the excess lanyard properly to ensure
that the inverter is correctly hoisted onto the container, as well as any other process described
in this document.

• After releasing the lanyard on all three sides of the container, remove the tarpaulin from the top
of the container, folding it over the long side of the container from which the lanyard has not
been removed.

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Once the tarpaulin has been removed, the necessary top bars must be removed to ensure that the
product is correctly hoisted onto the container.

EN
Note that in the case of HEMK / PCSK, each container can include two or three inverters.

In any case, to avoid any movement that could damage any of the products during transport, they have
been fixed with straps (1), with an L-shaped metal plate at the rear of the inverter with the last position
(2), a wooden beam at the front (3) and with air bags at the sides (4).

All these elements must be removed in compliance with the relevant health and safety measures in
accordance with local and national regulations. In this case:
• Untie or cut the webbing (1), never the slings and set them aside. Keep the slings knotted at the
top to facilitate access when hooking up to the crane at a later stage and prevent them from
slipping into the gaps at the sides of the inverter, as this space is very small and could make it
impossible to handle the slings.
• If there is one, unscrew the L-shaped metal plate at the rear.
• Remove the side air bags.

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b) PLATFORM

The inverter must be received covered by a tarpaulin to protect it during the journey and either fixed to
the transport platform or to the trailer. The product is secured to the platform by means of a series of
fastenings.

To release the product, the protective tarpaulin must be removed in accordance with the safety
precautions and the fastenings of the inverter to the platform must be unhooked.

Note that chains, restraints and tarpaulins are not supplied by Power Electronics. The transport
service is responsible for having incorporated the necessary lashing equipment and tarpaulin.

Unloading of the inverter

Before unloading the inverter, the optimal conditions of the lifting slings, as well as any other element
involved in this process, must be ensured. In the event of identifying any type of damage, defect or
problem in the lifting elements, as well as their accessories, these must be replaced with similar or
equivalent ones in accordance with the regulations in force in each country. Do not use damaged or
defective slings.

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The following images show the lifting points corresponding to each piece of equipment. The lifting
points will be the upper vertex of each sling.

Before lifting the inverter, the following considerations must be considered:

• Do not bend slings or tie knots.

• Keep the slings knotted at the top to ensure access when hooking up to the crane.

• Attach the inverter to the lifting system. The inverter has a reinforced steel base with rings EN
designed for lifting with slings.

• Attach both ends of each sling to the lifting tool used that complies with the occupational safety
standards applicable at the installation site. Power Electronics recommends the use of an H-lift
outrigger or equivalent alternative as simple spreader beams for use as lifting tools.

• Loading and/or unloading must be carried out in accordance with the lifting plan according to
the occupational safety standards applicable at the installation site, taking into account the
health and safety measures, as well as assessing the necessary auxiliary means in accordance
with the regulations in force in that country.

• Take into account cutting angles and use special protection if necessary.

• If single spreader beams are used, the lifting angle must be checked and complied with in
accordance with current local and national loading regulations. This type of lifting tool applies
to both HEM/K and PCSM/K.

• In the case of HEM / PCSM if the lifting tool is attached to the crane by two lifting chains, the
lengths of the chains must be set to keep the inverter in balance. The lifting angle must be less
than 90 degrees. If this is not the case, check and comply with the lifting angle in accordance
with local and national loading regulations.

90º

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The dimensions of the two lifting alternatives mentioned above are shown below: single spreader beams
and H-lifting outrigger. Please note that the latter option can only be used on HEM / PCSM inverters.

a) Single spreader beams (x 2 units).

A B C D E F G H I
mm 303 2200 100 1400 1960 106,5 50 85 30
in. 11.93 86.61 3.94 55.12 77.16 4.19 1.97 3.35 1.18

b) H-lift outrigger (x 1 unit)

Furthermore, the H-beam dimensions for HEM / PCSM inverters are as follows.

A B C D E F G H I J K L
mm 2424,8 2275 10 40 80 72,50 2135,40 95 60 30 2917,4 3170,1
in. 95.46 89.57 0.39 1.57 3.15 2.85 84.07 3.74 2.36 1.18 114.86 124.81

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The inverter can only be removed from the top of the container, never from the rear of the container. All
the occupational safety standards applicable at the place of installation must be followed at all times,
taking into account the health and safety measures, as well as evaluating the necessary auxiliary means
in accordance with the regulations in force in that country. Never stand underneath the inverter to
work, or within a radius that could allow the load to fall on the operator.

If the maximum tonnage of the cranes does not meet the requirements, this could cause damage to
inverter and personnel. The load capacity must be greater than the weight of the inverter in compliance
with all occupational safety standards. See the "Dimensions and weight" section for more information on
the products.

After unloading of the inverter, if it has been transported by container, it is the responsibility of
the client to reseal the container after unloading the product prior to carrying out the following points:

• Clean the container of all reinforcements, locks and additional hardware. The container must be
clean, and the waste must be disposed of in the appropriate containers in accordance with the
regulations of that country. EN
• Reinstall the top bars of the container.

• Turn and tighten the tarpaulin over the container bars.

• Once the container is completely covered, thread the cord back through the eyelets and tie it in
the same position where it was originally tied and sealed.

• Close the container doors.

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4.3. Standard storage

Standard storage is defined as the expected period of time from the time the product arrives at its location
until commissioning occurs. It is assumed that this period should be less than 3 months. This period may
vary depending on local climatic conditions. The storage temperature of the products is indicated in the
"Technical characteristics" section.

The customer is responsible for deciding whether the products will be installed within the standard period
or, on the contrary, there is no defined date for installation. In this case, the customer must take
appropriate measures.

The following rules must be followed to keep it in proper condition until the time of installation:

• The product should be stored in a location that is protected from moisture (inside and outside the
product).

• Avoid floodable grounds. No part of the product should ever be submerged under water.

• Store product on a flat, even surface. Never use log woods underneath the product.

• Store product away from high traffic areas where the inverter could get damaged.

• Make sure animals cannot get inside the product.

• Keep doors closed and covers in place during storage.

• Store unit away from corrosive chemical products or gases.

• According to the recommendation of Power Electronics, the inverters should be stored indoors
and protected from the weather outside. In this case, all defined external packaging and protective
elements must be kept in place.

• If indoor and covered storage is not possible, all external protective elements must be removed
in order to avoid any counterproductive effects on the inverters. This packaging material must be
stored indoors to be replaced when the inverters is shipped to its final destination.

• Once the inverter is located at its final destination, all external packaging and protective elements
must be removed, except for the protections that cover the air inlets of the inverter. These shall
be removed prior to commissioning.

• Slings must be stored in a dry, ventilated place, free of dust, grease, acids or corrosive products.
The ambient temperature should not exceed 60°C. They should not be exposed to high
temperatures. They should not be placed directly on the floor, being recommended the use of
wooden supports with rounded profiles or on pallets or shelves, for example. It is recommended
not to expose them to direct sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet radiation.

Note: When inverters are stored for an extended period (3 months or more) prior to commissioning, or if
the inverter has been commissioned but remains idle for a month or more, additional considerations to
those described above must be taken into account. Please refer to section “Extended storage” for further
information.

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Protective elements: VCI foams

VCI foams are corrosion inhibitors in foam format measuring 250 x 250 x 10mm located inside the
inverter. They are used to protect the inverters during sea transport or possible adverse environmental
conditions.

The removal of these foams must be done by cutting the fastening flange carefully to avoid any damage
to the inverter or any of its components.

These foams must be removed just before the inverter is commissioned and Power Electronics
recommends that they remain inside the inverter.

The following table shows the quantity and location of the VCI foams.

QUANTITY
LOCATION
HEMK/PCSK HEM / PCSM
Modules cabinet (1) 2

LC filter cabinet (2) y (3)

1 EN
1
DC cabinet (4) 1

Main control cabinet (5) 1

User cabinet (6) 1

MW switchgear cabinet (7) - 1
Econ Mode cabinet (8) - 1
MV measurements cabinet (9) - 1
Total 7 10

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4.4. Extended storage

Extended storage is considered to be any period until commissioning that exceeds three months, during
which the inverter is located in its final position outdoors, i.e. exposed to external climatic conditions such
as rain, snow, sun, wind and temperature variations, among others.

In this case the product requires more protection by means of increased VCI foams. The following table
shows the quantity and location of these foams:

QUANTITY
LOCATION
HEMK/PCSK HEM / PCSM
Modules cabinet 2
1
LC filter cabinet
1
DC cabinet 3
AC busbar cabinet 1
User cabinet 1
MV switchgear cabinet and cable
- 2
feeder (UL) / line cell (IEC)
Econ Mode cabinet - 1
MV measurements cabinet - 1
AASS transformer cabinet 1
MV transformer cabinet - 4
Total 10 18

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4.5. Foundation considerations

NOTICE

The instructions on this section do not replace the internal regulations of each country.

Prior to installation, a geotechnical study of the terrain where the inverter will be installed must
be carried out, in order to determine its characteristics and decide the most suitable type of
foundation.

It is the responsibility of the client to design and build the foundation.

It is recommended that anchor holes be drilled before placing the product in its final location. For more
details regarding the anchoring of the product, please refer to the "Anchoring requirements" section.

The products support different accessories such as the noise attenuation kit. The customer must
review the accessories available for their project in order to perform the foundation calculation
correctly and comply with the operating distances of the product.
EN
For more information about available accessories, please refer to the Accessories Manual.

Soil
The soil should have the following characteristics:

• It must be dry, compacted, stable and homogeneous.

• It must be gravel, ballast or pebble.

• It must have hard or medium harshness characteristics.

• The calculation of the maximum permissible pressure on the ground must comply with local
and national standards, as well as with any other requirements regarding natural disasters
(hurricanes, earthquakes, etc.) that may apply to the place of installation.

• Do not install on floodable grounds.

• The soil must be provided with drainage systems, especially in high water table and / or heavy
precipitation sites.

• It is recommended that the ground does not exceed the level of the foundation.

• The minimum soil compaction degree is 98%.

• Maximum slope is 0,25%.

The foundation must provide a solid and levelled surface for the inverter. It may be a concrete slab,
concrete footings, steel piles or concrete pillars1.

1
If the inverter is connected to a Twin Skid Compact GEN3, it must be noted that the station cannot be installed on pillars,
unless the station is placed on a solid structure capable of supporting the weight of the MV transformer base. It is the
customer's responsibility to design and build the structure.

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Concrete slab

NOTICE
it is important to position the inverter so that the side where the access doors to the field
replaceable units are located (see section Cabinet distribution) faces the road entrance, or an
area of level ground with vehicle accessibility.
It is necessary to allow vehicles to approach the slab for maintenance and inspection of the products.

A layer of lean concrete can be laid between the slab and the ground. The slab must comply with the
following characteristics:

• Dimensioning must be adequate in relation to the weight of the product, with sufficient
thickness and on a foundation that is not floodable.

• It must have trenches wide enough to guarantee proper cable passing.

• The slab must comply with minimum working distances around the product for its safe and
correct operation. These distances will be shown below.

In case there is any specification regarding variable actions such as snow, wind or earthquake, the slab
must also meet the following requirements:
• Ability to withstand compressive forces of 25N/mm 2.

• Steel frame with capacity to withstand traction forces of 500N/mm 2.

• Considering severe wind conditions (greater than 60m/s) dimensions would be:
o The longitudinal side of the frame must be able to withstand forces up to 80kN.
o The transverse side of the frame must be able to withstand forces up to 10kN.
Please notice that thickness of the slab must be determined based on the results of the
geotechnical study.

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Minimum working distances around each product are shown below. In the case of HEMK / PCSK:

A B
mm 2000 1100
in. 78.74 43.31 EN
Similarly, for HEM / PCSM, the distances are as follows:

A B C
mm 2000 1100 1400
in. 78.74 43.3 55.1

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The slab must have trenches wide enough to allow the passage of cables. The following figures show
the dimensions (footprint view) of the slab and trenches for cable access, as well as their location in the
slab. Please notice that thickness of the slab must be determined based on the results of the
geotechnical study.

Note: The customer shall account for the tolerances in the trenches for cable access. These tolerances
are +/- 0.78inches (2cm) in each direction of the trench.

In case of HEMK / PCSK:

A B C D E F G H
mm 227 117 119.5 1993 470 189.7 129.1 210
in. 8.9 4.6 4.7 78.5 18.5 7.5 5.1 8.3

In the case of HEM / PCSM there is a variation between hardware versions 1.1 and 1.3. For HW 1.1, the
footprint view is as follows:

A B C D E F G H I J K L
mm 227 119.5 119 1992 230 470 210 129 400 256 720 432
in. 8.94 4.7 4.69 78 9 19 8.27 5 15.7 10 28.3 17

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For HW 1.3, there are two accesses destined to the feeder of the IEC MV switchgear.

A B C D E F G H I’ J’ K’ L’ M’ EN
mm 227 119.5 119 1992 230 470 210 129 390 310 680 214 271
in. 8.94 4.7 4.69 78 9 19 8.27 5 15.35 12 26.77 8 10.67

The following pictures show the products once placed on the foundation slab. In the case of HEMK /
PCSK:

NUMBER IN FIGURE DESCRIPTION

1 Soil.
2 Lean concrete.
3 Foundation slab.
Trenches for cable access:
4-5 4: DC cables access.
5: Auxiliary connections.

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Similarly, for HEM / PCSM:

NUMBER IN FIGURE DESCRIPTION

1 Soil.
2 Lean concrete.
3 Foundation slab.
Trenches for cable access:
4: DC cables access.
4, 5, 6
5: Auxiliary and SCADA connections.
6: AC output.

For further details regarding the anchoring of the products, please refer to the "Anchoring requirements"
section.

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Steel or concrete pillars

When using steel or concrete pillars, the seismic zone in which the product is installed, i.e. whether it is
a moderate or high seismic zone, must be taken into account.

The following image (footprint view) shows for HEMK / PCSK the anchorage points of the product
according to the seismic zone. For moderate seismic zone it is recommended to use a base of six (6)
pillars (marked in blue) as shown in the figure.

In the case of high seismic zone, it is necessary to add one more anchor point (marked in red), so it is
required a base of seven (7) pillars.

EN

Similarly for the case of HEM / PCSM, if the product is installed in a moderate seismic zone it is
recommended to use a base of ten (10) pillars (marked in blue).

In the case of high seismic zone, it is necessary to add three more anchor points (marked in red) so it
is recommended to use a base of thirteen pillars (13) as shown in the following image.

For further details about anchorage dimensions, see section “Anchoring requirements”.

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NOTICE

The design, construction and maintenance of the structure with pillars, as well as their
characteristics is responsibility of the customer.

It is mandatory to build an auxiliary platform (or balanced, safe, secure and passable
structure/base) above the pillars to facilitate access to the product. The platform must be at least
2m (80 in.) larger on each side of the inverter in order to guarantee, permanently, a minimum
practical perimeter around the product, with ground level at the height of the product for
maintenance works. It is necessary to have an auxiliary element that prevents workers from falling
to different levels on the perimeter of the work platform, as well as ensuring safe access to it.
Failing that, some method of lifting must be available/provided at the plant to allow safe access to the
product and that meets all the mentioned requirements.

Anchoring must always be done with screws. They should not be welded to prevent corrosion problems
and, specially, power electronics problems.
Any other anchoring system different from the one mentioned on this manual is not allowed and,
in that case, the warranty will be voided.

If an inverter HEMK / PCSK is connected to a Twin Skid Compact GEN3, it must be noted that the
station cannot be installed on pillars, unless the station is placed on a solid structure capable of
supporting the weight of the MV transformer base.
It is the customer's responsibility to design and build the structure.

With informative character, surfaces with concrete and steel pillars are shown up next:

Surface with concrete pillars Surface with steel pillars

REFERENCE DESCRIPTION REFERENCE DESCRIPTION

1 Soil2 1 Soil2
2 Solid base (e.g. concrete) 2 Steel pillar
3 Concrete pillar

2
Please refer to section “Soil” to consult the characteristics of the terrain.

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4.6. Cooling system

The products have several air inlets located in the DC cabinet and transformer cabinet (in the case of MV
inverters) and outlets located on the side and top of the transformer cabinet.

EN

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4.7. Clearances

NOTICE
The products are designed with thermal insulated cabinet doors to ensure the optimum outdoor
performance. For an adequate inspection, cooling, operation and heavy vehicles with crane
passing, it is important to leave a walkway around the inverter.

The products support different accessories such as the noise attenuation kit. The customer must
check the accessories available for his project to comply with the operating distances of the
equipment.
For more information about available accessories, please refer to the Accessories Manual of the products.

The following figures show the front and bottom views of the products HEM/K and PCSM/K respectively
with the recommended safety clearances.

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EN

A B [1] C
m 3 0,5 / 1,5 2
ft 9.8 1.6 / 4.9 6.5
[1] 0,5m for HEMK / PCSK, 1,5m for HEM / PCSM

Distances B and C correspond indistinctly to another inverter or obstacle; distance A corresponds to an

obstacle.

Note: These are the minimum working distances required for the installation of the inverter. In the case
of HEMK / PCSK inverters that are connected to a medium voltage transformer, larger distances may be
required. This is outside the scope of this document.

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In case of installing several inverters, there should be a separation between them to allow a proper
operation and heavy vehicles with crane passing. The distance must be greater than or equal to 2m
(6.5ft).

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EN

Note: For UL products, consult NEC 110.34 for additional clearance requirements for products above
600Vdc.

When installing two inverters with the air outlets facing each other, it is necessary to increase the distance
between them to ensure the optimum performance of the cooling system, resulting in a total distance of
A = 6m (19.7ft).

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4.8. Unpacking
Prior to installation at the final location of the inverter, all external protective and packaging elements
must be removed in accordance with all the occupational safety standards applicable at the installation
site. For this purpose:

1. Position the inverter on firm ground in a non-final location.

2. Remove the polypropylene (PP) film (1) from the base of the product, which is attached to the rest
of the protective elements.

3. Lift and place the inverter in its final position, once the polypropylene sheet has been removed.

4. Remove the adjustable film (2) from the contour of the inverter.

5. Remove the cardboard protections (top and side corner protectors) (3).

6. Remove slings and shackles (4),once the inverter has been secured in its final position.

The product is properly labelled including project information, reference and serial number of the product.

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After unpacking, the customer must install the protective visors and the ventilation grilles, the
polycarbonates in the DC cabinet, GPS antenna (if applies) and uninstall the SSAA transformer brackets.

NOTICE
The polycabonates are installed at the same time as the equipment is wired, so keep them in a safe
place until wiring. For more information, see the "DC Connections" section.

Do not remove the transparent packaging film located in the inductance cabinet, SSAA transformer
cabinet and/or MV transformer cabinet until hot commissioning.

Waste disposal is customer's responsibility, and it is not within Power Electronics' scope.

Ventilation visors and grids

The customer must install the visors on the ventilation grilles of the product. These visors are delivered
inside the inverter to avoid damage during transport. EN
Before assembly, the inverter must be disconnected at all times, without any active zones in panels,
busbars, AC circuit breaker (in the case of HEMK / PCSK) or the filter itself (boards, capacitors and other
elements with voltage presence).

Eight visors must be installed in the air inlets of the DC cabinet: four at the front and four at the rear. To
do this, screw in the three M6 screws on the top of the visor as shown in the following picture. Applies to
all inverters.

Note: It is possible that a new model of visors and grids (applicable to HW1.1 onwards) may need to be
installed in the field. If so, follow the procedure below.

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The new materials are listed in the following table:

REF. DESCRIPTION CODE IMAGE QTY

GEN3 HEM/K MAIN INLET

01 M407Z00021AB 8
GRILL

GEN3 HEM/K LV INLET M308Z00234AA00000

02 8
GRILL SHIELD 0

HEM/K GEN3 INSECT

03 ADMISSION SCREEN M407Z00024AA 8
0,8X0,95)

STAINLESS ST SCREW
04 48
A270 M6X20 DIN965 LUB M1367L

TX 2,2X12 SEAL ZN-NI

05 48
PLAS-THREAD SCREW M3690

The equipment and tools required to carry out the work defined in this procedure are listed below.

Electric screwdriver Bits [PH3, T30]

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The steps to be followed to install all the components are described below. Please note that the
procedure explains the process of replacing one grid, being applicable to the rest of the components.

Step 1. Mount the grid Ref.01 on the unit by fastening it with six M1367L screws.

Step 2. Install the visor Ref.02 on the grid using the four centering pins to position it. Then fix the visor
using eight self-tapping screws M3690.
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Step 3. Once the grid and visor have been mounted on the inverter, the filter Ref.03 must be installed.

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This element does not use screws for fastening; to install it, it must be inserted through the lower part of
the visor until it fits into the slot in the grid intended for this purpose.

Activate the spring lock and insert the filter inside the visor until it stops in the visor's perimeter seat.
Then release the filter locks, making sure that the latches are inserted into the seats provided in the visor:

In case of HEM / PCSM, must also be installed twelve visors on the air inlets of the MT transformer
cabinet (six at the front and six at the rear). To do this, screw in the M6 screws at the top of the visors

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Besides installing the visors, remove all sealing stickers at the air inlet holes before commissioning the
product, to guarantee its correct operation.

Brackets of the AASS transformer

EN
Inside the AASS transformer cabinet, user must uninstall the brackets (that fix the transformer) marked
in blue in the right image below. To do so, the deflector has to be removed and then reassembled (marked
in blue in the left image).

GPS antenna (CAISO)

Consult the Accessories Manual of the product for further information about the assembly.

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4.9. Anchoring requirements

NOTICE

Anchoring should always be done with screws. They must not be welded to avoid corrosion problems.
Any other anchoring system than the one mentioned in this manual is not permitted.

To facilitate anchoring tasks, it is recommended to use additional brackets attached to each

anchor point as shown in the pictures below. Please note that the anchoring of the products
depends on the seismic zone in which it is located.
These brackets are not mandatory and are not intended for moderate or high seismic compliance.

The location and dimensions of the anchor (footprint view) are shown below, depending on the product.

In the case of HEMK / PCSK is located in a moderate seismic zone, it is recommended to use six (6)
anchor points (marked in blue). Use twelve (12) anchor screws.

If, on the other hand, it is located in a high seismic zone, it is necessary to add one more anchor point
(marked in red) having a total of seven (7) anchor points. In this case, use fourteen (14) anchor screws.

DIMENSIONS
A B C D E F G H I J
mm 20 2124 50 120 860 990 570 18 2164 1962
in. 0.8 83.6 2 4.7 33.9 39 22.4 0.7 85.2 77.2

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Similarly, for HEM / PCSM, the dimensions of the anchorages are shown in the following image (footprint
view). If the product is located in a moderate seismic zone, it is recommended to use ten (10) anchor
points (marked in blue) and twenty (20) anchor screws are required.

If, on the other hand, it is located in a high seismic zone, it is necessary to add three more points
(marked in red) for a total of thirteen (13) anchor points. In this case, use twenty-six (26) anchor screws.

EN
DIMENSIONS
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
mm 52 2020 50 120 1055 796.5 1390.5 880 628 635 225 2164 18 1962
in. 2 79.5 2 4.7 41.5 31.4 54.7 34.6 24.7 25 8.9 85.2 0.7 77.2

In case of installation on pillars, the load distribution due to the weight of the products varies depending
on the moderate or high seismic zone. For HEMK / PCSK the load distribution is as follows:

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REACTIONS OF ANCHOR POINTS

A B C D E F H
Moderate kN 9,4 - 13,5 3,1 6,7 10,8 2,5
seismic zone lbf 2113 - 3035 697 1506 2428 562
High kN 6,4 6,5 9,5 4,2 6,5 10,3 2,6
seismic zone lbf 1439 1461 2136 944 1461 2315 584

Similarly, for HEM / PCSM, the load distribution according to seismic zone is as follows:

REACTIONS OF ANCHOR POINTS

A B C D E F G H I J K L M
Moderate kN 8,8 - 16,2 22,9 17,1 - 6 6,9 12,9 22,4 17,1 - 6,9
seismic zone lbf 1978 - 3642 5148 3844 - 1349 1551 2900 5035 3844 - 1551
High kN 5,6 7,9 12,5 23,6 12,8 7,2 2,8 6,2 12,5 23,3 12,5 8,1 3,6
seismic zone lbf 1259 1776 2810 5305 2877 1619 629 1394 2810 5238 2810 1821 809

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5. WIRING ACCESS AND CONNECTION

5
5.1. Wiring access

CAUTION

For a correct electrical installation, it is very important to respect the bending radius of the cable.
It is essential that the trenches are deep enough. It is recommended that the cables enter straight
and that the bending radius is outside the product so as not to force the connection terminals.

The following figures (bottom view) show the location of the access points for DC connections, auxiliary
connections and AC output according to the product.
EN

As mentioned in the dimensioning of the product slab, in the case of HEM / PCSM there is a variation
between hardware versions 1.1 and 1.3 according to the MV switchgear type (UL / IEC).

In the case of HW 1.1, the bottom view is as follows:

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Similarly for HW 1.3, the bottom view is shown below:

CAUTION
The removable gland plates are NOT pre-drilled or pre-marked. The installer is responsible for
installing the appropriate glands and cable glands on the plates before inserting the cables. Once
this step has been completed, it is important to double check the tightness of the product to avoid
dirt and moisture problems. Refer to the images in the following table for proper installation.

Correct installation Incorrect installation

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Correct installation Incorrect installation

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5.2. Ground connection

The products have a common ground to which the customer must connect the ground busbar located
in the DC cabinet. The ground busbar installed in this area is the grounding point for the general
grounding of the product.

The following images show the location of the ground busbar:

A
mm 10
ft. 0.39

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In addition to the main ground busbar, there are other grounding bars in the product:

• For both HEM/K and PCSM/K there is a grounding plate in the user cabinet for customer
connections. See section "User cabinet connections" for more information.

• In case of HEM / PCSM, the grounding plate must be considered for the connection of the
protective conductor by the customer. Their location depends on the type of MV switchgear
EN
(UL / IEC). See section "AC connections for HEM / PCSM " for more information.

Main ground busbar is made of tinned aluminum. Connection should be done considering the following
recommendations:

• The ground cable must enter in the inverter through the removable metal plate located in the
bottom of the cabinet and be connected to the main ground busbar. The cable must be routed
in the inverter only with conduit hubs or fittings rated as 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6 or 6P1.

• Before connecting the cable, clean the contact surfaces with a clean cloth and ethanol cleaner.

• Apply conductive paste between the terminals and the plates to improve and protect any
electrical contact Al - Al, Al - Cu and Cu - Cu exposed outdoors, allowing the reduction of
electrical resistance and the sealing of the contact parts to avoid corrosion. The working
temperature range of this paste should be between -40ºC and 150ºC (-40ºF to 302ºF).

Ref. Element
1 Screw
2 Spring washer
3 Flat washer
4 Plate
5 Connection terminal
6 Flat washer
7 Nut

• It is recommended to use copper, aluminum or copper-clad aluminum terminal lugs.

• Use a spring washer and a fender washer between the nuts or bolts head and the busbar or
terminal lug.

• The earth of cables from the PV field or BESS must be connected to the ground busbar in the
DC cabinet.

1
Applies for both UL and IEC normatives.

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5.3. DC Connections
The DC input connections from the PV or BESS field must be made in the DC cabinet. However, before
connecting the power cables to the input terminals, the following assembly sequence of the different
elements that affect this cabinet must be followed:

• Installation of the protection fuses1.

• Connection of the DC+ / DC- power cables.
• Installation of polycarbonates.

The first step is to install the protection fuses before connecting the power cables to the DC cabinet
plates. The fuses are shipped separately from the products and must be installed in the field. It is imperative
that this wiring sequence is followed, failure to pre-install the fuses may result in serious damage to
the product. Refer to the "Fuse Installation" section for more information.

The power wiring is then installed in the DC cabinet. This process must be carried out in conjunction
with the installation of polycabonates as they are installed between the different polarities of the DC
cabinet connection plates. It is necessary to consider their location before wiring the product. See the
section "Installation of polycarbonates" for more information.

Fuses installation
As mentioned above, the DC cabinet fuses are supplied separately and must be installed in the field.
Note that the DC cabinet may vary depending on the project configuration. The fuse installation
procedure is common to all configurations and is detailed throughout this section.

WARNING
Before performing any of the steps explained in this document, ensure all safety and health
regulations are followed and that proper PPE is used.

Ensure there are no voltages present. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock.

Read all instructions and cautionary markings. Failure to follow the safety instructions could result in
severe shock or even death. Exercise extreme caution always to prevent possible accidents.

Nuts are preinstalled in the fuse-holders. Fuses, screws, washers and nuts are sent separately. To carry out
the installation of fuses it is necessary to have the materials listed below.

1 Only in HEM/K products.

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• Kit M2874P-DUMMY (2 units per fuse).

Reference Description Units

M2495 S/ST SCREW M10X40 A2-70 DIN933 1

M1056 S/ST WIDE FLAT WASHER M10 A2-70 DIN9021 1

M2136 S/ST BELLEVILLE WASHER M10 A2-70 DIN6796 1

• Kit M2513-DUMMY (1 unit per fuse).

Reference Description Units

M0640 NUT SS/ST A2-70 M10 DIN934 1

M1056 S/ST WIDE FLAT WASHER M10 A2-7 1

Note: The fuse reference depends on the fuse rating and the configuration of the DC cabinet. For more
information, please refer to the project specifications.
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The equipment and tools required to carry out the work defined in this procedure are listed below.

Torque wrench 20 - 100 Nm 1/2’’ y 3/8” 10, 13, 17 mm, ½’’ Socket bit

Fixed spanner 17 mm Square Key

Conductive paste Brushes to apply the paste

Cloth Cleanning paper

Adhesive threadlocking

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PROCEDURE

NOTICE

Before installing the fuses in the DC cabinet, check the project configuration that applies to the particular
case.

Regardless of the configuration, the procedure to install the fuses is the same. User must take the first
fuse and follow these three steps. Repeat for all fuses.

STEP 1. Open the DC cabinet

Open the DC cabinet using the key of the product.

STEP 2. Preparation

Apply conductive paste between the fuse and the plates to improve and protect the electrical contacts.

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STEP 3. Installations of fuses

Place the fuse in the fuse holder and use two washers (1 belleville + 1 wide flat) on each side. Put the
nut with the washer on the upper rear part of the fuse. Position the materials as shown in the following
pictures.

Use a torque wrench with a 17mm socket bit with a tightening torque of 40Nm. If necessary, use a fixed
spanner 17 mm for fastening the rear nut with washer.

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General characteristics DC connections

DC+ and DC- cables from PV or BESS must be routed from beneath the inverter and connected to the
input plates. Each cable must be routed in the inverter only with conduit hubs or fittings rated as 3, 3S,
4, 4X, 6 or 6P1.

Recommended cable section for DC connections is 250 mm2 for IEC normative and 450 kcmil for UL
normative. The maximum admissible cable section for DC connections for IEC and UL normative,
respectively, is:

• 400mm2 (750kcmil) for connection of one cable per terminal.

• 300mm2 (600kcmil) for connection of two cables per terminal.

Additional considerations to take into account:

• The connection of more than two cables per terminal is not allowed. In this case, the
operation of the product may be compromised, and the warranty may be voided.

• In products with individual terminals, when choosing the cable to be used, it must be taken
into account that the maximum current supported by each individual terminal is 400A.

DC busbars are made of tinned aluminum. Connections should be done considering the following
recommendations.

• Before connecting the cables, clean the contact surfaces with a clean cloth and ethanol cleaner.

• It is recommended to use two-hole copper, aluminum or copper-clad aluminum terminals.

• Lugs with a temperature rating of either 75ºC or 90ºC (167ºF or 194ºF) are acceptable for DC
terminations.

• Use copper, aluminum or copper-clad aluminum 75ºC (167ºF) cables with conductor size
according to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 for this Temperature rating of wire.
As an alternative, use copper, aluminum or copper-clad aluminum 90ºC (194ºF) cables with
conductor size according to the same NEC requirement. In all cases, cables must have a
minimum rated voltage of 1500V.

• The use of fully covered cables is recommended. In case any part of the cable is bare, a
minimum distance of 20mm (0.79in.) must be respected.

• Apply conductive paste between the terminals and the plates to improve and protect any
electrical contact Al - Al, Al - Cu and Cu - Cu exposed outdoors, allowing the reduction of
electrical resistance and the sealing of the contact parts to avoid corrosion. The working
temperature range of this paste should be between -40 ºC and 150 ºC (-40ºF to 302ºF).

• In case of needing to turn the bolts for an easier connection, the minimum safety distances
between metallic parts must be kept (20mm / 0.79in.).

• Use a spring washer and a fender washer between the nuts or bolts head and the busbar or
terminal lug.

• The earth of cable meshes must be connected to ground.

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The following figure shows the correct connection:

Ref. Element
Connection terminal
1 from the PV or BESS
field.
2 Bolt
3 Spring washer
4 Fender washer
5 Plate
6 Nut

Note: If the terminal is a single-hole terminal, it is recommended to connect it to the upper hole in the
busbar, so that the contact area is maximized.

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DC connections for HEM/K

To isolate the DC side of the inverter module from the PV field, four switch disconnectors located in
the DC cabinet (one per module) are used, and to isolate the DC input cables from fuses, optional
manuals disconnectors can be used. The following image shows the location of the DC plates.

A B C D E F G ØH I J
mm 705,9 660,4 627,6 583,1 51 45 280,6 14 103.5 105
in. 27.75 26 25 23.27 2.01 1.77 11 0.55 4.1 4.1

DC+ plates are 50 x 10mm (1.96 x 0.4in.) and DC- busbar is 120 x 15mm (4.9 x 0.6in.).

NOTICE
Only use the bottom removable panel to route the DC cables.

WARNING
Cables from the same combiner box must be always connected to the same breaker and not
crossed over as this could create recirculation.
The customer is fully responsible to provide a checklist, verifying polarity before the
commissioning phase starts.

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Frame 4 configuration
Protection only in positive pole
In the configuration with DC fuses on the positive pole only, the customer can choose the product with
32 or 40 inputs. The number of positive and negative terminals will vary depending on the case.

In the first case, the customer can connect up to 32 positive input terminals of the PV field and 32
negative terminals. The following picture shows the numbering of the PV+ field input channels for the
32 input case:

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For the second case, the customer can connect up to 40 PV field input terminals and 40 negative PV
terminals. The following picture shows the numbering of the input channels of the PV+ field for the 40
input case:

It is essential to always guarantee load balance between the four different blocks of the DC
cabinet. To achieve this, for both cases, it is recommended to follow this connection sequence:

• Channel 1 – Channel 21 – Channel 11 – Channel 31.

• Channel 2 – Channel 22 – Channel 12 – Channel 32.

• Channel 3 – Channel 23 – Channel 13 – Channel 33.

• And successively.

The maximum current rating is 4590 A at 40 ºC and 50 ºC. Thus, the maximum current per block is
1150 A. This limit presents a tolerance of 10%, but the upper limit of 1300 A must never be
exceeded.

CHANNEL NUMBER CHANNEL NUMBER

BLOCK BLOCK CURRENT
32 INPUTS 40 INPUTS
1 1 to 8 1 to 10
2 11 to 18 11 to 20 Each block will carry 25% of the installed current with a
tolerance of +/- 10%. The maximum current rating indicated
3 21 to 28 21 to 30 above must never be exceeded.
4 31 to 38 31 to 40

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Protection in positive and negative poles

In configuration with DC fuses in both the positive and negative poles, customer can connect up to
20 input PV positive terminals and 20 PV negative terminals. The following figure shows PV+ and PV-
channels numbering for this case:

EN

It is essential to always guarantee load balance between the two different blocks of the DC
cabinet. To achieve this, it is recommended to follow this connection sequence:
• Channel 1 – Channel 21.
• Channel 2 – Channel 22.
• Channel 3 – Channel 23.
• And successively.

The maximum current rating is 4590 A at 40 ºC and 50 ºC. In any case 2295 A per block must not
be exceeded.

BLOCK CHANNEL NUMBER BLOCK CURRENT

1 1 to 10 Each block will carry 50% of the installed current without exceeding the
2 21 to 30 maximum current rating indicated above.

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Frame 3 configuration
Protection only in positive pole

In configuration with DC fuses only in the positive pole, customer can connect up to 30 input PV
positive terminals and 30 PV negative terminals. The following figure shows PV+ channels numbering:

It is essential to always guarantee load balance between the three different blocks of the DC
cabinet. To achieve this, for both cases, it is recommended to follow this connection sequence:

• Channel 1 – Channel 21 – Channel 2 – Channel 22.

• Channel 11 – Channel 21 – Channel 12 – Channel 22.

• And successively.

The maximum current rating is 3443 A at 40 ºC and 50 ºC. In any case 1150 A per block must not
be exceeded.

BLOCK CHANNEL NUMBER BLOCK CURRENT

1 1 a 10
Each block will carry 1/3 of the installed current without exceeding the
2 11 a 20
maximum current rating indicated above.
3 21 a 30

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Protection in positive and negative poles

In configuration with DC fuses in both the positive and negative poles, customer can connect up to
16 input PV positive terminals and 16 PV negative terminals. The following figure shows PV+ and PV-
channels numbering for this case:

EN

It is essential to always guarantee load balance between the two different blocks of the DC
cabinet. To achieve this, it is recommended to follow this connection sequence:

• Channel 1 – Channel 21.

• Channel 2 – Channel 22.
• And successively.

The maximum current rating is 3443 A at 40 ºC and 50 ºC. In any case, 2300A on the right side and
1150A on the left side must not be exceeded.

BLOCK CHANNEL NUMBER BLOCK CURRENT

1 1 to 8 Left side must not exceed 1/3 of the installed current without exceeding
the maximum indicated above.
2 21 to 28 Right side must not exceed 2/3 of the installed current without exceeding
the maximum indicated above.

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Frame 2 configuration
Protection only in positive pole

In this configuration with DC fuses only in the positive pole without disconnectors, customer can
connect up to 20 input PV positive terminals and 20 PV negative terminals. The following figure shows
PV+ channels numbering:

It is essential to always guarantee load balance between the two different blocks of the DC cabinet.
To achieve this, for both cases, it is recommended to follow this connection sequence:
• Channel 1 – Channel 11
• Channel 2 – Channel 12
• And successively.

The maximum current rating is 2295 A at 40 ºC and 50 ºC. In any case 1150 A per block must not be
exceeded.

BLOCK CHANNEL NUMBER BLOCK CURRENT

1 1 to 10 Each block will carry 50% of the installed current without exceeding the
2 11 to 20 maximum current rating indicated above

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Protection in positive and negative poles

In configuration with DC fuses in both the positive and negative poles, customer can connect up to
10 input PV positive terminals and 10 PV negative terminals. The following figure shows PV+ and PV-
channels numbering for this case:

EN

It is essential to always guarantee load balance in the block of the DC cabinet. To achieve this, it
is recommended to follow this connection sequence:
• Channel 1 – Channel 10.

BLOCK CHANNEL NUMBER BLOCK CURRENT

The maximum current rating is 2295 A at 40 ºC and
1 1 to 8
50 ºC.

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PCSM/K DC connections
The following table summarises the total number of cables for each size depending on the number of
busbars, terminals and the connection of one or two cables per terminal:

Nº OF Nº OF CABLES / TOTAL Nº OF
FRAME TOTAL Nº OF CABLES
BUSBAR TERMINAL CABLES / BUSBAR
1 24 (12 per pole) 24 (12 per pole)
1
2 48 (24 per pole) 48 (24 per pole)
2 (*)
1 12 (6 per pole) 24 (12 per pole)
2
2 24 (12 per pole) 48 (24 per pole)
1 36 (18 per pole) 36 (18 per pole)
1
2 72 (36 per pole) 72 (36 per pole)
3 (*)
1 12 (6 per pole) 36 (18 per pole)
3
2 24 (12 per pole) 72 (36 per pole)
1 48 (24 per pole) 48 (24 per pole)
1
2 96 (48 per pole) 96 (48 per pole)
1 24 (12 per pole) 48 (24 per pole)
4 2
2 48 (24 per pole) 96 (48 per pole)
1 12 (6 per pole) 48 (24 per pole)
4
2 24 (12 per pole) 96 (48 per pole)

(*) Configuration available for PCSK / MPCSK only.

Battery inverters with two DC busbars have the busbar divided into two equal parts. They include a
soft charging device per DC input.

The following image shows an example of PCS frame 4 with two DC busbars.

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Battery inverters with four DC busbars have the DC busbar divided into four equal parts. It has the
same distances and configuration as PCSK and includes a soft charge device per DC input. The following
image shows an example of a PCS size 4 with four busbars (Busb.x).

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Below is shown the location and distances of the DC plates:

A B C D E F G
mm 705.5 661 628.5 584 14 83 110.5
in. 27.8 26.0 24.7 23.0 0.6 3.3 4.4

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The connection of the DC+/DC- input cables must be made in such a way as to ensure a balanced
current distribution between the different blocks.

Each block has 6 connection terminals (DC+ and DC-). The maximum current allowed for each
block is 1150A. The current difference between blocks must not exceed a deviation of ±20%.

The following table shows the battery connection between the different blocks of the DC cabinet, in
relation to the frame of the product.
DC CABINET BLOCK DISTRIBUTION
Nº CHANNEL
Nº BUSBAR Block A Block B Block C Block D
PER BUSBAR
1 24 Battery 1
Frame 4 2 12 Battery 1 Battery 2
4 6 Battery 1 Battery 2 Battery 3 Battery 4
1 18 Battery 1 -
Frame 3
3 6 Battery 1 Battery 2 Battery 3 -
1 12 Battery 1 - -
Frame 2
2 6 Battery 1 Battery 2 - -

The following is an example of batteries wiring for a frame 4 PCS according to the number of busbars 1,
2 or 4. The order of connection of the wiring coming from the battery(ies) must be done in a way that
respects the maximum current allowed per block.

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For frames 2 and 3 it would be the same: the order of connection of the wiring coming from the
battery(ies) must be done in a way that respects the maximum current allowed per block.

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Installation of polycarbonates
To install the polycarbonates in the DC cabinet, the following material is required. Please note that in the case of a
frame 2 , it is necessary to install only one polycarbonate with two screws as there is only one fuse tray.

• For HEM / HEMK inverters with configuration with two protected poles (positive and negative
inputs) only the polycarbonate is required, since the screws of the DC cabinet are used for its
installation:

Reference Description Units

M201P00879AA AISL ACOMETIDA INFER DU HEM/K GEN3 1.0 2

• In the case of HEM / HEMK inverters with single pole protected configuration (positive inputs), one
of the two kit options including specific screws is required to install the rear polycarbonate:

Reference Description Units

M921Z00160AA CONJ AISL ENTRADA DU HEM/K G3 1.0 C4 U (Zinc plated screws kit) : 2

M201P00879AA AISL ACOMETIDA INFER DU HEM/K GEN3 1.0 1

M2360 TORNILLO AC ZN TX M6X20 DIN7985+127+125 2

M921Z00161AA CONJ AISL ENTRADA DU HEM/K G3 1.0 C5 U (Stainless steel screws kit) : 2[1]

M201P00879AA AISL ACOMETIDA INFER DU HEM/K GEN3 1.0 1

M0734-DUMMY TORNILLO M6X20 DIN 7985 INOX+1 2

[1] In the case of a protected pole and C5M inverter (stainless steel enclosure) it is necessary to use the stainless steel
screws M0734-DUMMY instead of the zinc plated M2360 indicated above in the table.

• For PCSM / PCSK battery inverters only the polycarbonate is required, since the screws of the DC
cabinet are used for its installation:

Reference Description Units

M201P00933AA AISL ACOMETIDA INFER DU PCSM/K GEN3 1.1 2

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The equipment and tools required for the work defined in this procedure are listed below.

Electric screwdriver [Allen 4, PH2, PH3, T20, T25, T30] – 50 mm bits

10”-3/8’’; 13”-1/2", 13”-3/8”, 17”-1/2", 17”-3/8” and 19”

Extension socket – 250 mm.
socket bits
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¼ square key Torque wrench 20 - 100 Nm 1/2’’ and 3/8”

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The following pictures show the side view with the possible configurations and the location of the
polycarbonates inside the DC cabinet of the GEN3 equipment.

HEM / HEMK HEM / HEMK PCSM / PCSK

Frontal access
Frontal access

Frontal access
Configuration two protected poles Configuration one protected pole

Note that the polycarbonates to be installed have holes to introduce testing lances and make possible
measurements in the field.

The following picture shows the access holes for both the positive and negative plates. The plates are
distributed in rows according to their polarity (positive or negative).

Access holes to the positive

plates of the second row.

Access holes to the negative

plates of the third row.

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Configuration of two protected poles

STEP 1.1. Access the DC cabinet and remove the grounding mesh

Remove the access cover to the DC cabinet connections using a 1/4 square key. Subsequently,
remove the M6 bolt and the M6 nut holding the grounding mesh using a torque wrench with a 10mm
socket bit.

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Picture - 1.1 a Picture - 1.1 b

STEP 1.2. Connect the positive cables from the PV field

Before installing the polycarbonate, connect the positive cables of the photovoltaic field on the second
row located inside the DC cabinet. Use a torque wrench with a 13mm socket bit. Use the following
pictures as a guide.

Frontal access
equipment
Picture - 1.2 a Picture - 1.2 b

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STEP 1.3. Remove the two M6x20 located in the DC cabinet

Remove the two existing M6x20 screws located on the inside of the DC cabinet. Use an electric
screwdriver with a T30 bit. Use the following pictures as a guide.

Frontal access
// Frontal access to the
Picture - 1.3 a
equipment Picture - 1.3 b

STEP 1.4. Install the polycarbonate

Place the polycarbonate between the first and second row of plates and tighten the two M6x20 screws
removed in the previous step. Use an electric screwdriver with a T30 bit. Use the following pictures as
a guide.

Picture - 1.4 a Picture - 1.4 b

The following picture shows the positioning detail of the polycarbonate from the inside of the equipment.

Picture - 1.4 c

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STEP 1.5. Connect the negative cables from the PV field

Connect the negative cables of the photovoltaic field of the first row located on the inside of the DC
cabinet. Use a torque wrench with a 13mm socket bit. Use the following pictures as a guide.

Picture - 1.5 a Picture - 1.5 b

STEP 1.6. Place back the grounding mesh and close the DC cabinet

Fit the M6 bolt and the M6 nut holding the grounding mesh using a torque wrench with a 10mm socket
bit. Subsequently, place the access cover to the DC cabinet connections using a 1/4 square key.
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Picture - 1.6 a Picture - 1.6 b

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Configuration of one protected pole

STEP 2.1. Access the DC cabinet and remove the grounding mesh

Remove the access cover to the DC cabinet connections using a 1/4 square key. Subsequently,
remove the M6 bolt and the M6 nut holding the grounding mesh using a torque wrench with a 10mm
socket.

Picture - 2.1 a Picture - 2.1 b

STEP 2.2. Connect the negative cables from the PV field

Before installing the polycarbonate, connect the negative cables of the photovoltaic field located at the
rear side of the DC cabinet. Use a torque wrench with a 13mm socket bit. Use the following pictures
as a guide.

Picture - 2.2 a Picture - 2.2 b

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STEP 2.3. Place the screws

Before installing the polycarbonate, place and face the M6X20 fixing screws of the kit as applicable
(zinc plated screws or stainless steel screws). Do not tighten the screws completely. Use an electric
screwdriver with a T30 bit. Use the following pictures as a guide.

Frontal access
// Frontal access to the
Picture - 2.3 a equipment
Picture - 2.3 b
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STEP 2.4. Install the polycarbonate

Place the polycarbonate by sliding it over the M6X20 fixing screws of the kit. Access between the
polycarbonate and the negative plates. Tighten the M6X20 screws using an electric screwdriver with
the extension socket 250mm and T30 bit.

Picture - 2.4 a Picture - 2.4 b

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The following pictures show the detail of the fitting made on the polycarbonate flap to adjust the fixing
screws and the final detail of its positioning.

Picture - 2.4 c Picture - 2.4 d

STEP 2.5. Connect the positive cables from the PV field

Connect the positive DC cables of the photovoltaic field on the first and second row located on the
inside of the DC cabinet. Use a torque wrench with a 13mm socket bit. Use the following pictures as a
guide.

Picture - 2.5 a Picture - 2.5 b

STEP 2.6. Place back the grounding mesh and close the DC cabinet

Fit the M6 bolt and the M6 nut holding the grounding mesh using a torque wrench with a 10mm socket
bit. Subsequently, place the access cover to the DC cabinet connections using a 1/4 square key.

Picture - 2.6 a Picture - 2.6 b

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5.4. AC Connections
This section will detail the connections required for the AC part of the products:

• In the case of HEMK / PCSK, the AC terminals are located on the side of the product. These
terminals must be used to connect the AC output to the MV transformer.
• In the case of HEM / PCSM, these connections are located in the MV switchgear cabinet.

AC connections for HEMK / PCSK

The HEMK / PCSK inverters can be connected to a Power Electronics’ MV Skid / Twin Skid, or to a
transformer not integrated in a MV Skid / Twin Skid provided by Power Electronics.

The following figures show the location of AC busbars and its L1, L2 and L3 terminals. The order of the
terminals is, looking at the busbars, and starting from the left-hand side, L1, L2, L3 as shown in the
following image.

Use these busbars for connecting AC output and MV transformer. EN

A B C D E F G H I J K

mm 288.1 160 255.5 170 415.5 20 368.1 60 126.5 30 14

in. 11.3 6.3 10.1 6.7 16.4 0.8 14.5 2.4 5 1.2 0.6

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MV Transformer
A galvanic and preferably high-efficiency isolation transformer must be placed between the HEMK /
PCSK products and power grid. If the transformer is not provided by Power Electronics, it must
comply the following requirements:

Low Voltage

• The applicable standards of the country must be taken into account.

• The MV transformer can be a liquid-immersed transformer (e.g., with mineral oil or bio-
degradable oil) or a dry-type transformer.
• Each inverter needs a separate galvanically isolated low-voltage winding. Hence, the parallel
operation of several standard inverters without prior notice to Power Electronics with one low-
voltage winding is not permissible.
• In product with grounded poles, the low-voltage winding of the MV transformer must withstand
non-sinusoidal voltages up to ±2200V phase to ground. The maximum root-mean-square
(rms) value of the voltages to earth is +1000V. In case of ground failure, it may appear instantly
higher voltages.
• In product with ungrounded poles, the low-voltage winding of the MV transformer must
withstand non-sinusoidal voltages up to ±1100V phase to ground. The maximum root-mean-
square (rms) value of the voltages to earth is +600V. In case of ground failure, it may appear
instantly higher voltages.
• The low-voltage windings of the medium-voltage transformer must be designed for the rated
output voltage of the inverter.
• The maximum AC output continuous current of the inverter can be found in the inverter
datasheets, HW manuals and brochures.
• The low-voltage winding of the MV transformer can only be configured as Delta or floating
wye. Never connect to ground the neutral point of the low-voltage winding.
• The low-voltage windings of the MV transformer must be designed for voltages that are
capable of a voltage gradient dV/dt of up to 500V/μs to earth. The line-to-line voltages are
sinusoidal.
• The minimum short circuit impedance at maximum temperature of the MV transformer must
be 7% 2.
• The maximum short circuit impedance at maximum temperature of the MV transformer must
be 10% 6.

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The short-circuit impedance of the transformer should be defined so that it does not exceed the maximum short-circuit
current on the low voltage side. For example, for a short-circuit impedance of 7%, the maximum SCR on the MV side is
100. The minimum short-circuit impedance can be reduced for low SCR conditions (<100). For more information, please
contact Power Electronics.

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Medium Voltage

• The voltage level on the medium voltage side of the MV transformer must be selected in
accordance with the voltage level at the grid-connection point.
• A tap changer is recommended on the medium voltage side to enable alignment to the voltage
level of the medium-voltage grid.
• The MV winding of the MV transformer can be configured Delta or Wye. If it is Wye configured,
the connection of the resulting neutral point at the utility neutral interconnection point does not
affect the inverter performance.
• The MV transformer must deliver the rated current registered by the inverter at the different
temperatures described in section “Technical characteristics”.
• The frequency of the MV transformer must be selected in accordance with the frequency at
the grid-connection point (50Hz or 60Hz).
• According to IEC 62109-2, table 30, the minimum inverter isolation requirement is basic
insulation.

Multiple Low-Voltage windings

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Consult Power Electronics for further information.

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AC connections for HEM / PCSM

WARNING

The HEM / PCSM products have a padlock located on the MV switchgear that blocks tampering with the
closing or opening of the switchgear. Only authorized Power Electronics personnel may operate on the
MV switchgear.

Access to the MV switchgear cabinet is only allowed once all voltage sources have been removed.
Otherwise, you could get an electric shock.
Refer to the “Safety instructions” for further details and an illustrative figure.

Once AC connections have been finished, lock the plate of the MV switchgear cabinet by using
the square polyamide lock. Once locked, the access plate should never be opened, even if PPE is used,
unless the user has ensured that no voltages are present by following the LOTOTO procedure. Otherwise,
you could get an electric shock.
For more information, consult the Maintenance Manual of the products.

Medium voltage cables must be selected according to the line voltage of the installation.

The AC connection terminals are compatible with copper terminal, bimetallic terminal and zinc aluminum
terminals. Power Electronics recommends the use of elbow connectors.

It is strongly recommended to install a surge protection device (SPD) at the end of each high voltage
line.

User must perform the connections L1, L2, L3 in the AC terminals. It is recommended to follow these
steps to ensure proper and enduring AC connections:

1. Remove the bottom metallic panel. Mark and drill the holes for cable access. Install proper cable
glands and watertight fittings. Once finished, install the panel again.

2. Route AC cables from beneath the product, through the bottom metallic panel.

3. Pass each cable through a clamp and secure it. Connect also the cable ground to the ground
busbar. The use of the MV cable clamps supplied with the product (two clamps per cable in the
UL case with a range between 25-38mm) is mandatory to accommodate the MV cables, to
make a good connection and to avoid mechanical stresses.

4. Connect the elbow connectors to the AC terminals. Ensure connectors are free of moisture or
dust and use grease to ease the connection. Tighten according to the MV switchgear
manufacturer’s instructions3.

3
Please notice that maximum torque is limited by the MV switchgear characteristics. Refer to MV switchgear
manufacturer’s instructions to consult the torque limit and recommended torque value.

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The switchgear UL corresponding to HW 1.1 consists of a protection switchgear and a cable feeder
for user connections. The following picture shows the location of the terminals, the cable clamps and
the grounding plate for the connection of the protective conductor by the customer.

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A B C D E F
mm 1813 130 862 704 1220 1304
in. 71.4 5.1 34 28 48 51

Each conductor is hooked to the clamps provided for this purpose until the subsequent final connection of
the cylinders that connect to each phase of the MV switchgear as shown in the following image.

Ground plate

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The following image (footprint view) shows the location and dimensions of the MV AC cable access zone
ground plate.

A B C D E F ØG H I
mm 6210 1165 2020 90 130 260 11 50 480
in. 244.5 45.9 79.5 3.5 5.1 10.2 0.43 2 18.9

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In the case of HW1.3 for HEM / PCSM inverters the MV switchgear differs, and the customer connections
are affected. The new IEC switchgear consists of one protection switchgear and two line cells. The MV
cables will be connected from the bottom to each of the line cells, each conductor being hooked into the
clamps provided for this purpose until the final bottler connection.

Protection cell Line cell 1

(input)

Line cell 2
(output)

Clamps EN

Bottom plate

The following picture shows the electrical wiring of the MV switchgear.

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The location and positioning of the terminals (L1, L2, L3) is shown below.

A B C D E F
mm 917 615 165 110 805 1264
in. 36 24 6.5 4.33 32 50

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The customer must connect the bottles considering the following characteristics:

Type Maximum voltage Maximum section

IEC Type C 36kV 400mm² [1],

[1] Limited by clamps that allow an outer cable diameter of 22,5 - 48mm.

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At the bottom is the grounding plate for the connection of the protective conductor by the customer in the
IEC switchgear. They are located on the protection cell and must be connected by the customer from the pit
of line cell 1.

A B C D E F G H
mm 6200 450 90 120 175 50 11 385
in. 244 17.7 3.5 4.7 6.9 1.97 0.43 15

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The customer has a 50x10mm plate identified as BE13:1 and it is only possible to connect from the top. The
cable entry covers of the line cubicles are blind and do not have defined cable glands.

The following picture shows the passage between line cell 1 and the protection cell.

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5.5. User cabinet connections

The control and auxiliary service connections are located in the user cabinet. Do not make any
modifications (drilling, mechanical changes, etc.). The use of PPE is recommended to open and perform
any action on it.

The following image shows the location of the main user cabinet.

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The following image (footprint view) shows the location of the user cabinet ground plate.

A
mm 2888
in. 113.7

The ground plate has 8 through holes of diameter 8mm (0.31in.).

Please note that not all holes are available. The following image shows the holes that are free
(3,5,6,7,8) for the customer to use.

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User cabinet layout

Depending on the configuration of each project, three panels can be differentiated within the user cabinet:
the main customer panel (PPCU), the customer options panel (POCU) and the user control panel
(PTCU).

Note that this configuration is an example presentation of the user cabinet. The different panels
are affected by configuration variables, namely fiber optic switch integration, DC metering integration,
optional Econ Mode, etc.

The location of the different panels of the user cabinet is shown below.

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• Main customer panel (PPCU). Corresponds to the signal interconnection panel between the
product and the client. There are three types: empty, basic and advanced. This panel incorporates
a terminal block (X35) and an RJ45 connector (U04) located at the bottom of the panel available to
the customer. The basic and advanced configurations include a series of single-phase and three-
phase protections, respectively.

• Control user panel (PTCU). This is optional. It corresponds to the product's communications
panel. It varies according to the fiber optic switch option chosen.

• Customer options panel (POCU). It is optional. It is installed for HEM / PCSM products only when
the Econ Mode option is selected. A connection point is available to the customer.

For more information regarding the specific characteristics of each panel, please refer to the set of
wiring diagrams specific to each project.

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6. LEDS AND CONTROLS

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6.1. LEDs and controls
The following control elements and indicator LEDs can be found on the door of the Main control cabinet.

• ON/OFF key: Allows to stop or start the power modules of the inverter.

• AC Disconnect: Disconnector. Allows the AC disconnection of the product. The manipulation of

this selector must only be used for the LOTOTO procedure of the inverter.

• DC Disconnect: Disconnector. Allows the DC disconnection of the product. The manipulation of

this selector must only be used for the LOTOTO procedure of the inverter.

• STOP: Pushbutton. Allows to stop and isolate the inverter in case of an emergency situation.
Auxiliaries are not isolated with this pushbutton.

• LEDs: Show the operation status of the products, according to the following table:

COLOR LED ON LED OFF

AC Voltage White AC Voltage presence No AC voltage presence
DC Voltage White DC Voltage presence No DC voltage presence
Run Green Product ON Product OFF
A fault / warning has
Fault / Warning Red No faults / warnings
occurred

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Do not use the emergency pushbutton to perform regular stops. It should only
be used when an emergency occurs.
Otherwise, longevity of the main components could be shortened and result in
product damage.

• DISPLAY: USB port. Allows connecting the display unit to the Main Control cabinet door.

ONLY use the DISPLAY port to connect the display unit. Do not connect other
USB devices. Otherwise, the port may get permanently damaged, and you may
cause product malfunctioning.

• ETHERNET: RJ45 port. Allows connecting an Ethernet cable in the Main Control cabinet door to
access the product’s network.

For PCS battery inverters, the number of DCx VOLTAGE PRESENCE LEDs varies depending on the
number of busbars.

In the case of two busbars, there will be two DCx VOLTAGE PRESENCE LEDs which will light up when
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DC voltage is present. Similarly, in the case of four busbars, there will be four LEDs, corresponding to
each bus bar.

An example of a PCS inverter pushbutton panel with two busbars is shown below.

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In the case of HW 1.3 for HEM / HEMK inverters, the location of the "DC Voltage presence" LED is
changed.

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