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Installation Manual
TRANSFORMER COMPACT STATION 500SC-ZA/

630SC-ZA/800SC-ZA/900SC-ZA/1000SC-ZA/
1250SC-ZA/1600SC-ZA/1800SC-ZA
TCS-ZA-IA-en-10 | 98-40431110 | Version 1.0 ENGLISH

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SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Information on this Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Skills of Qualified Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Plant Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Type Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Scope of Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Mounting location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 Transport and Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7 Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.1 Set up Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.2 Laying cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.2.1 Laying Cables between the Low-Voltage Switchgear and the
Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.2.2 Inserting the Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.3 Grounding of the Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.3.1 Connection Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.3.2 Connecting the Grounding Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.4 Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.4.1 Connection area for the station sub-distribution board . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.4.2 Connecting Cables for Inverter's Internal Power Supply . . . . . . . . . 23
7.4.3 Connecting the Grounding Conductor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.4.4 Connecting Inverter to Output Terminal of Transformer Protection
Unit in Station Sub-Distribution Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.4.5 Connecting the Internal Power Supply Cable for the
Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.5 Set Voltage on Internal Power Supply Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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8 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8.1 Safety during Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8.2 Commissioning the Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8.3 Inspecting Cabling to the Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . 28
8.4 Examining Low AC Voltage in Low-Voltage Switchgear . . . . . . . . . . 29
8.5 Connecting the Internal Power Supply for the
Transformer Compact Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
8.6 Connecting the Internal Power Supply for the Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.1 Transformer Compact Station 500SC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9.5 Transformer Compact Station 1000SC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
10 Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

SMA Solar Technology AG 1 Information on this Document
1 Information on this Document

Validity
This document is valid for the following device types:
• Transformer Compact Station 500SC‑ZA
Target Group
This document is intended for qualified persons. Only persons with the appropriate skills are allowed
to perform the tasks described in this document (see Section 2.2 "Skills of Qualified Persons", page 7).
Additional Information
Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com.
Title Document type

Installation Requirements for the Various Station Concepts of the Technical Information
Transformer Compact Stations 500SC/630SC/800SC/900SC/
1000SC/1250SC/1600SC/1800SC

1 Information on this Document SMA Solar Technology AG
Symbols
Symbol Explanation
%"/(&3 Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury
8"3/*/( Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury
$"65*0/ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury
/05*$& Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage
Information that is important for a specific topic or goal, but is not

safety-relevant
☐ Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal
☑ Desired result
✖ A problem that could occur
Nomenclature
Complete designation Designation in this document
Transformer Compact Stations 500SC-ZA/630SC-ZA/ Transformer Compact Station
800SC-ZA/900SC-ZA/1000SC-ZA/1250SC-ZA/
1600SC-ZA/1800SC-ZA
Sunny Central CP XT Sunny Central or inverter
Abbreviations
Abbreviations Designation Explanation
AC Alternating Current ‒
DC Direct Current ‒
MSL Mean Sea Level ‒
PE Protective Earth Protective conductor
PV Photovoltaics ‒

SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety
2 Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The Transformer Compact Station is a transformer unit that converts low voltage into medium voltage.
Depending on the option ordered, the Transformer Compact Station contains one or two low-voltage
switchgears plus a medium-voltage switchgear.
Only CP XT inverters of the same power class must be connected to the Transformer Compact Station.
The Transformer Compact Station is suitable for outdoor installation provided that the specified safety
clearances are maintained. The Station complies with degree of protection IP43.
For safety reasons, it is not permitted to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly
recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product.
Use this product only in accordance with the enclosed documentation and with the local standards
and directives. Any other application may cause personal injury or property damage.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product.
• Read and observe the documentation.
• Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference.
2.2 Skills of Qualified Persons

The tasks described in this document must be performed by qualified persons only. Qualified persons
must have the following skills:
• Knowledge of how inverters work and are operated
• Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using electrical
devices and plants
• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and plants
• Knowledge of all applicable standards and directives
• Knowledge of and adherence to this document and all safety precautions
2.3 Safety Precautions

This section contains safety precautions that must be observed at all times when working on or with
the product. To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the
product, read this section carefully and follow all safety precautions at all times.

2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG
%"/(&3
Danger to life from electric shock due to live voltage
High voltages are present in the Transformer Compact Station. Touching live components results in
death or serious injury due to electric shock.
• When working on the Transformer Compact Station, always wear suitable personal protective
equipment.
• Do not touch live components.
• Follow the instructions precisely.
• Observe all safety messages on the product and in the documentation.
• Before any work is performed, always disconnect the following components from voltage
sources if live voltage is not absolutely necessary:
– Low-voltage switchgear
– Medium-voltage switchgear
– External voltage supply
• Ensure that no disconnected components can be reconnected.
• Before performing any work on the Transformer Compact Station, ensure that no voltage is
present in any of the components.
• Ground and short-circuit the Transformer Compact Station.
• Cover or shield any adjacent live components.
Danger to life from electric shock if the Transformer Compact Station is damaged
Operating a damaged Transformer Compact Station can lead to hazardous situations that result in
death or serious injuries due to electric shock.
• Operate the Transformer Compact Station only if it is technically safe and in good working
order.
• Regularly check the Transformer Compact Station for visible damage.
• Make sure that all external safety equipment is freely accessible at all times.
• Make sure that all safety equipment is in good working order.
equipment.

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$"65*0/
Risk of burns due to hot components
Some components of the Transformer Compact Station can get very hot during operation.
Touching these components can result in burn injuries.
• Observe the safety warnings on the components.
• Use suitable tools when working on the device.
• Wear gloves when working on the Transformer Compact Station.

3 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG
3 Product Description
3.1 Plant Overview
The Transformer Compact Station is a transformer unit that converts low voltage into medium voltage.
Depending on the option ordered, the Transformer Compact Station contains one or two low-voltage
switchgears plus a medium-voltage switchgear.
Figure 1: Principle of a grid-tie PV plant with a Transformer Compact Station
Item Description
A PV modules
B Sunny String-Monitor
C Sunny Central
D Transformer Compact Station
E Utility grid
CP XT inverters in the same power class are connected to the Transformer Compact Station. Inverters
convert direct current to alternating current. The alternating current is then supplied to the transformer.
The alternating current is transmitted from the transformer to the switchgear and fed into the utility grid.

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3.2 Transformer Compact Station
Figure 2: Design of the Transformer Compact Station
Item Description Explanation

A Communit communication distributor* Is used to hold and cable all
communication components used in large
PV plants with Sunny Central,
Sunny Mini Central, or Sunny Tripower
inverters.
B Station sub-distribution
C Transformer for auxiliary power supply* Supplies power to the Transformer
Compact Station and the inverter. The
supply voltage is 230 V/400 V (3/N/PE).
D Installation location for customer devices
E Disconnector for internal power supply
transformer*
F Low-voltage switchgear Connects the Transformer Compact Station
to the inverters. The low-voltage switchgear
can be used to disconnect the Transformer
Compact Station from the inverters.

3 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG

G Medium-voltage switchgear* The medium-voltage switchgear is used to
disconnect the Transformer Compact
Station from the medium-voltage grid.
H Medium-voltage transformer Converts low voltages into medium
voltages.
* Optional
3.3 Type Label

The type label is used to identify the Transformer Compact Station. The type labels are attached to
the outside of the Transformer Compact Station, below the SMA labels. The following information is
listed on the type label:
• Type designation
• Serial number (Serial No.)
• Fabrication version
• Fabrication date

SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Scope of Delivery
4 Scope of Delivery
Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any visible external damage.
Contact SMA Solar Technology AG if the delivery is incomplete or damaged.
Figure 3: Scope of Delivery
Item Number Description

A 1 Transformer Compact Station
B 3/6* Busbar for the low-voltage switchgear**
C 18/36* Screw**
D 18/36* Nut**
E 18/36* Washer**
F 18/36* Spring lock washer**
G 12/24* ÖLFLEX® TRAFO cables***
H 1 Operating lever
I 1 Installation manual, circuit diagram, documentation
* Depending on whether one or two inverters are used
** Mounted by SMA Service after transportation
*** Optional

5 Mounting Location SMA Solar Technology AG
5 Mounting Location
Ambient Conditions
• The mounting location must be accessible at all times.
• The mounting location must not be higher than 1,800 m above MSL.
• All minimum clearances must be observed.
• A safety clearance of 5,000 mm must be maintained from flammable objects.
• All ambient conditions must be met (see Section 9 "Technical Data", page 30).
Dimensions of the Transformer Compact Station
Figure 4: Dimensions of the Transformer Compact Station
Minimum Clearances
8"3/*/(
Fire hazard due to overheating of a cable
Differing cable lengths lead to overheating of the cables. Excessive heat can result in cable fires.
Death and serious injury due to fire can result.
• All line conductors from the inverter to the Transformer Compact Station must be of the same
length.
• The cable length between the connection points must not exceed a maximum of 15 m.

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Figure 5: Minimum clearances for the Transformer Compact Station
Item Description
A Inverter
B Cable route between the inverter and the Transformer Compact Station
C Transformer Compact Station

6 Transport and Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG
6 Transport and Mounting

8"3/*/(
Crush hazard due to the Transformer Compact Station tipping over if not transported
properly
The Transformer Compact Station may tip or fall as a result of being lifted or transported carelessly
or too fast. The center of gravity of the Transformer Compact Station is not in the middle of the
device.
• The means of transportation must be designed for a weight of 13 t.
• Do not tip the Transformer Compact Station during transportation.
• Transport the Transformer Compact Station as low to the ground as possible.
• Always use all lifting holes when transporting the device.
• Avoid sudden, jerky movements during transportation.
/05*$&
Damage to the Transformer Compact Station due to moisture penetration
• Only transport and store the Transformer Compact Station with its doors closed.
Figure 6: Lifting holes for lifting equipment on the front and back
Item Description
A Anchoring points for lifting equipment
Requirement:
☐ The foundation of the Transformer Compact Station has to be built.

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Procedure:
1. Attach the lifting equipment to the anchoring points.
– Guide the bars of the lifting equipment through
the holes for the lifting equipment.
– Attach the struts of the lifting equipment to the
bars.
– Insert spacer bars between the struts above the
Transformer Compact Station.
– Insert spacer bars between the struts on the
sides the Transformer Compact Station.
– Use the shackles to hang metal chains through
the corresponding holes on the upper ends of
the lifting equipment.
– Hang all four metal chains in the crane hook.
2. Slowly raise the lifting equipment until the chains are taut.
3. Slowly lift the Transformer Compact Station.
4. Transport the Transformer Compact Station.
5. Set down the Transformer Compact Station in the
center of the foundation. Observe the foundation
boundaries.
6. Remove the lifting equipment from the anchoring points.

7. Attach the Transformer Compact Station to the foundation using screws.

7 Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG
7 Electrical Connection
7.1 Establishing Electrical Connection
Procedure See
1 Lay the cable from the low-voltage switchgear to the Section 7.2.1
inverter.
2 Lay the cable for the inverter power supply and for
the connection to the transformer protection unit.
3 Insert the cables. Section 7.2.2
4 Ground the Transformer Compact Station. Section 7.3
5 Connect the cable for the internal power supply to Section 7.4.2
the inverter.
6 Connect the grounding conductor. Section 7.4.3
7 Connect the inverter to the output terminal of the Section 7.4.4
transformer protection unit in the station
sub-distribution board.
8 Connect the internal power supply cable to the Section 7.4.5
Transformer Compact Station.
9 Connect the cable for the low-voltage switchgear. Documentation for the low-voltage
switchgear
10 Connect the cable for the medium-voltage Documentation for the
switchgear. medium-voltage switchgear
11 Close the cable entries. Documentation for the cable entries
7.2 Laying the Cables

7.2.1 Laying the Cables between the Low-Voltage Switchgear and
the Inverter
☐ The AC cables are three-phase cables.
☐ Between the low-voltage switchgear and the inverter there are four separate cable routes for
the AC cables, e. g. cable channels. After building the foundation and positioning the
Transformer Compact Station, you have to consider that holes have to be dug underneath the
foundation for the cables to be laid to the cable entries.
☐ The spacing between the cable routes must be at least twice the diameter of an AC cable.

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Figure 7: Arrangement of AC cables with four cables per line conductor (example).
Observe cable clearances

Lay one L1, L2 and L3 line conductor in each cable route. Ensure that the distance between the
cable bundles is at least double that of the diameter of a cable. This prevents the cables from
heating up excessively.
Swapping the line conductors L1 and L3 prevents current imbalances.
Procedure:
• Lay the cables in accordance with the required configuration.
7.2.2 Inserting the Cables
Figure 8: Position of cable entries
Item Description
A Enclosure openings for the low-voltage switchgear
B Cable entries for cables for the following devices or components:
• Internal power supply for the inverter
• Communit
• Transformer protection
• If power is supplied by an external source: internal power supply for the
Transformer Compact Station
C Cable entries for the medium-voltage switchgear

Procedure:
• Lay the cables into the Transformer Compact Station
– The cables that connect the medium-voltage switchgear to the point of common connection
– The cables that connect the low-voltage switchgear to the inverters
– The cables for the internal power supply of the inverter
– The cables for the transformer protection unit
– If power is supplied by an external source: the cable for the internal power supply of the
7.3 Grounding of the Transformer Compact Station

7.3.1 Connection Overview
The Transformer Compact Station is equipped at two points with grounding bolts which enable
external grounding. The stainless steel grounding plates are each connected by a cable to the
grounding busbar in the Transformer Compact Station.
The external grounding must be executed by the customer on-site according to the grounding concept
of the entire PV plant. Influencing factors are the conditions or conductivity of the soil, the lightning
protection system and the type of ground electrode. The grounding devices can, for instance, be
executed as grounding straps or grounding electrodes.
Figure 9: Grounding points of the Transformer Compact Station
Item Description
A Grounding bolt

Figure 10: Screw connection for the grounding bolts
Item Description
A Spring washer
B Fender washer
C Nut
D Grounding bolt
E Terminal lug
F Transformer Compact Station
7.3.2 Connecting the Grounding Bolts

Requirements:
☐ Any required supplementary mounting material must be available.
Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ Screws, M12
☐ Spring washers, external diameter: 29 mm, internal diameter: 13.5 mm, thickness: 1.25 mm
☐ Fender washers, external diameter: 32 mm, internal diameter: 13 mm
☐ Nuts
☐ Plant ground electrodes suitable for the grounding concept of the PV plant
☐ Clean cloth
☐ Ethanol cleaning agent
☐ Non-woven abrasive
☐ Suitable material for sealing the grounding pads (e.g. durable zinc paint)

Grounding of the Transformer Compact Station

Ground the Transformer Compact Station in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Two grounding connections are provided on the Transformer Compact Station.
SMA Solar Technology AG recommends connecting both grounding bolts to the grounding
electrode.
Procedure:
1. Install the plant ground electrode in accordance with the applicable regulations.
2. Ensure that the required grounding resistance is reached.
3. If insulated cables are used, strip the insulation off the grounding cables.
4. Fit the grounding cables with terminal lugs.
5. Clean the contact surfaces with a clean cloth and ethanol cleaning agent.
6. Clean the contact surfaces with the non-woven abrasive until they have a light metallic sheen.
Ensure that the coated contact surfaces are not damaged in the process.
7. Remove metal dust with a clean cloth and do not touch the contact surfaces.
8. Connect the grounding cables to the grounding bolts.
9. Connect the grounding cables to the grounding electrodes.
10. Seal the grounding bolts and terminals.
7.4 Cable Connection

7.4.1 Connection Area for the Station Sub-Distribution Board
Figure 11: Connection area for the station sub-distribution board

Item Description
A Terminals for internal power supply
B Terminals of the transformer protection unit for the Sunny Central
C Terminals for the Sunny Central
D Busbars for the grounding conductor
7.4.2 Connecting Cables for the Internal Power Supply of the

Inverter
1. Connect the the internal power supply of the inverter in accordance with the circuit diagram.
– Dismantle the cable.
– Strip the insulation off the wires.
– Connect the conductors.
2. If two inverters are used: connect the internal power supply for the second inverter in
accordance with the circuit diagram.
– Strip the insulation off the wires.
– Connect the cables.
7.4.3 Connecting the Grounding Conductor

Additionally required mounting material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ Terminal lug
☐ Screw, spring washer, fender washer, nut
Procedure:
• Connect the grounding conductor in accordance with the circuit diagram:
– Strip the cable insulation.
– Attach a terminal lug to the cable.
– Connect the cable.

7.4.4 Connecting the Inverter to the Output Terminal of the

Transformer Protection Unit in the Station Sub-Distribution
Board
1. Connect the transformer protection unit of the inverter in accordance with the circuit diagram.
– Strip insulation off the wires.
2. If two inverters are used, connect the transformer protection unit for the second inverter in
accordance with the circuit diagram.
7.4.5 Connecting the Internal Power Supply Cable for the

Depending on the options ordered, the Transformer Compact Station may contain an internal power
supply transformer. If it does not contain an internal power supply transformer, the power will have to
be supplied by an external source.
Procedure:
• Connect the internal power supply to the Transformer Compact Station in accordance with the
circuit diagram:

7.5 Setting the Voltage on Internal Power Supply Transformer

The input voltage and the output voltage of the transformer for auxiliary power supply must match the
output voltage of the inverters. To do this, adapt the primary and secondary sides of the internal
power supply transformer to the inverter.
Figure 12: Position of connecting terminal plates
Item Description
A Connecting terminal plate on the secondary side
B Connecting terminal plate on the primary side
Requirement:
☐ The busbars of the low-voltage switchgear have to be installed by SMA Service.
Procedure:
1. Set the input voltage on the primary side. This adjusts the output voltage to the inverter's input
voltage (see circuit diagram for the Transformer Compact Station).
2. Set the output voltage on the secondary side. This adjusts the output voltage to the inverter's
input voltage (see circuit diagram for the Transformer Compact Station).

8 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG
8 Commissioning
8.1 Safety during Commissioning
%"/(&3
Danger to life from electric shock due to live voltages
High voltages are present in the Transformer Compact Station. Touching live components results in
death or serious injury due to electric shock.
equipment.
• Do not touch live components.
• Follow the instructions precisely.
• Observe all safety messages on the product and in the documentation.
• Before any work is performed, always disconnect the following components from voltage
sources if live voltage is not absolutely necessary:
– Low-voltage switchgear
– Medium-voltage switchgear
– External voltage supply
• Ensure that no disconnected components can be reconnected.
• Before performing any work on the Transformer Compact Station, ensure that no voltage is
present in any of the components.
• Ground and short-circuit the Transformer Compact Station.
• Cover or shield any adjacent live components.
8"3/*/(
Risk of fire due to faulty connection
• Switch off all switching elements:
– Switch off the low-voltage switchgear (see the documentation for the low-voltage
switchgear).
– Switch off the medium-voltage switchgear (see the documentation for the medium-voltage
switchgear).
– Remove the fuses.
– Open the circuit breaker.
– Open the residual current device.

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8.2 Commissioning the Transformer Compact Station

Warranty and guarantee claims
Warranty or guarantee claims can only be made valid if the initial start-up was carried out by
SMA Solar Technology AG or if the fully completed and signed "Initial Commissioning Report
for Sunny Central Systems" is completed and available at SMA Solar Technology AG.
The commissioning report is included in the scope of delivery of the Sunny Central.
Figure 13: Overview of station sub-distribution board

A Main circuit breaker Circuit breaker for the entire Transformer Compact Station
B Discharger Overvoltage protection
C Voltage supply for Communit Circuit breaker for the Communit communication distribution
box
D Network solution Network terminal for the customer
E Hermetical full protection Circuit breaker for the transformer protection unit
and stop
F Reserve Reserve circuit breaker
G Voltage supply power outlet Circuit breaker with integrated RCD for outlet with ground
contact
H Voltage supply lighting Circuit breaker for station lighting
I Voltage supply SC2 Circuit breaker for the second inverter
K Voltage supply SC1 Circuit breaker for the first inverter

8 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG
Requirements
☐ The medium-voltage switchgear has to be switched off.
☐ The low-voltage switchgear has to be switched off.
☐ All terminals have to be connected as per the instructions and the circuit diagram (see Section 7
"Electrical Connection", page 18).
Procedure:
1. Inspect the cabling to the Transformer Compact Station (see Section 8.4).
2. Make sure the temperature settings on the contact thermometer are correct:
– Warning temperature: +100°C
– Actuation temperature: +110°C
3. Only a duly authorized person trained in electrical safety is allowed to connect

the AC voltage of the medium-voltage transformer.
Have the AC voltage of the medium-voltage transformer connected externally.
4. Only a duly authorized person is allowed to switch on the medium-voltage

switchgear.
Have the medium-voltage switchgear switched on (see the documentation for the
medium-voltage switchgear).
5. Check the low AC voltage in the low-voltage switchgear (see Section 8.4).
6. If you have an internal power supply transformer: connect the internal power supply for the
Transformer Compact Station (see Section 8.5).
7. Turn on the power supply to the Transformer Compact Station with the "main circuit breaker".
8. Turn on the station lighting with the "voltage supply lighting" circuit breaker.
9. Energize the grounded outlet with the "voltage supply power outlet" circuit breaker with the
integrated residual current device.
10. Turn on the Communit with the "voltage supply Communit" circuit breaker.
11. Turn on the low-voltage switchgear (see the documentation for the low-voltage switchgear).
12. Connect the internal power supply for the inverter (see section 8.6).
13. Commission the inverter (see the inverter documentation).
8.3 Inspecting the Cabling to the Transformer Compact Station

1. Ensure that all connections have been made in accordance with the circuit diagram.
2. Ensure that all connections are securely in place.
3. Check the Transformer Compact Station's equipotential bonding to the installation site.
Bond them together if needed.

SMA Solar Technology AG 8 Commissioning
8.4 Examining the Low AC Voltage in the Low-Voltage Switchgear

1. Check the phase sequence of the low voltage. Correct if necessary.
2. Measure the low voltage difference between the line conductors and log it in the commissioning
report.
– L1 - L2
– L1 - L3
– L2 - L3
☑ The low voltage is within ± 5 V of the nominal voltage of the inverter.
✖ Does the low voltage vary from the nominal voltage of the inverter by more than ± 5 V?
• De-energize the medium-voltage transformer.
• Have a duly authorized person change the turns ratio of the medium-voltage transformer
by adjusting the on-load tap-changer.
☑ The on-load tap-changer will audibly click into place.
• Proceed to step 2.
8.5 Connecting the Internal Power Supply for the Transformer

Compact Station
1. Open the fuse switch-disconnector.
2. Insert the fuses in the fuse-switch-disconnector.
3. Close the fuse-switch-disconnector.
8.6 Connecting the Internal Power Supply for the Inverter

1. Close the "Voltage supply SC 1" circuit breaker for
the first inverter.
2. If two inverters are used, additionally switch on
"Voltage supply SC 2"

9 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG
9 Technical Data
9.1 Transformer Compact Station 500SC
Medium-Voltage Side
Rated power (at 25°C) PACnom 550 kVA
AC nominal power (at 40°C) PAC 500 kVA
Rated grid voltage VACnom 22 kV / 33 kV
AC voltage range VAC 20 kV to 24 kV / 30 kV to 36 kV
Rated power frequency fAC 50 Hz
Nominal current IMVnom 13.1 A/8.7 A
Low-Voltage Side
Nominal input voltage VAC 270 V
Nominal input current ILVnom 1,070 A
Mechanical Data
Width x height x depth (base) 4,000 mm x 2,720 mm x 2,000 mm
Width x height x depth (roof) 4,050 mm x 2,720 mm x 2,000 mm
Weight with medium-voltage switchgear 9.0 t
Weight without medium-voltage switchgear 8.7 t
Degree of protection* IP43
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
Operating temperature range − 5°C to +40°C
Relative humidity, non-condensing 15% to 98%
Maximum operating altitude above mean sea 1,800 m
level (MSL)
Options
Transformer for auxiliary power supply* 6 kVA
Medium-voltage switchgear RE-T1 / RE-T2 / C-C-T1 / C-C-T2
Low-voltage switchgear 1 fuse-disconnector
Pre-assembled cable set 7.5 m / 10 m / 15 m
Communication distributor Communit
* Additional power classes available on request

SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Technical Data

Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options


Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options


Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options


Medium-Voltage Side
Rated power (at 25°C) PACnom 1,100 kVA
AC nominal power (at 40°C) PAC 1,000 kVA
Low-Voltage Side
Nominal input current ILVnom 2 x 1,070 A
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options
Low-voltage switchgear 2 fuse-disconnectors


Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options


Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options


Medium-Voltage Side
Low-Voltage Side
Mechanical Data
* As per SANS 60529
Climatic Conditions
level (MSL)
Options

10 Contact SMA Solar Technology AG
10 Contact
If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Service Line.
We need the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance:
• Serial number of the Transformer Compact Station
• Type designation of the Transformer Compact Station
• Installation site address
South Africa SMA Solar Technology 08600 SUNNY

South Africa Pty Ltd. (08600 78669)
Centurion (Pretoria) International: +27 (12) 643 1785

SMA Solar Technology
www.SMA-Solar.com

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TRANSFORMER COMPACT STATION 500SC-ZA/

TCS-ZA-IA-en-10 | 98-40431110 | Version 1.0 ENGLISH

SMA Solar Technology AG

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1 Information on this Document

Title Document type

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Information that is important for a specific topic or goal, but is not

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2.2 Skills of Qualified Persons

2.3 Safety Precautions

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Figure 1: Principle of a grid-tie PV plant with a Transformer Compact Station

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3.2 Transformer Compact Station

Figure 2: Design of the Transformer Compact Station

Item Description Explanation

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Item Description Explanation

3.3 Type Label

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Figure 3: Scope of Delivery

Item Number Description

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Dimensions of the Transformer Compact Station

Figure 4: Dimensions of the Transformer Compact Station

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Figure 5: Minimum clearances for the Transformer Compact Station

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6 Transport and Mounting

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6. Remove the lifting equipment from the anchoring points.

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7.2 Laying the Cables

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Observe cable clearances

7.2.2 Inserting the Cables

Figure 8: Position of cable entries

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7.3 Grounding of the Transformer Compact Station

Figure 9: Grounding points of the Transformer Compact Station

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Figure 10: Screw connection for the grounding bolts

7.3.2 Connecting the Grounding Bolts

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Grounding of the Transformer Compact Station

7.4 Cable Connection

Figure 11: Connection area for the station sub-distribution board

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7.4.2 Connecting Cables for the Internal Power Supply of the

7.4.3 Connecting the Grounding Conductor

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7.4.4 Connecting the Inverter to the Output Terminal of the

7.4.5 Connecting the Internal Power Supply Cable for the