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Kostal PIKO 10.1 User Manual

Kostal PIKO 10.1
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Kostal PIKO 10.1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKostal
ModelPIKO 10.1
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Legal Notice

Notes on this Manual

Target Groups

Identifies the intended audience for different manual sections.

Safety Warning Levels

Details different levels of safety warnings and potential hazards.

Proper Use

Exclusion of Liability

States the manufacturer's limitations of responsibility for misuse.

Safety Instructions

Safety Markings and Installation

Covers adherence to labels and local installation regulations.

Electrical Hazard Protection

Describes measures against electrical shock and protection from electromagnetic fields.

Operational Safety Precautions

Outlines crucial safety steps during operation and maintenance.

Unit and System Description

Functionality Overview

Explains the inverter's role in converting DC to AC power for grid connection.

Inverter Features and Options

Details string principle, MPP regulators, and communication boards.

Unit and System Description

System Inputs and Configuration

Explains DC inputs, string connections, and MPP voltage optimization.

Internal Consumption

Describes using generated electricity for self-consumption and its benefits.

Unit and System Description

Power Control and Transport

Covers power reduction, reactive power control, and storage guidelines.

Installation

Scope of Delivery and Site Selection

Lists package contents and guides on choosing an appropriate installation site.

Installation Site Requirements

Details conditions for selecting an appropriate location for the inverter.

Installation

Mounting the Inverter

Details the process of installing the wall mount and hanging the inverter.

Installation

Electrical Connection: AC Side

Covers connecting the AC power cable to the inverter terminals.

Opening the Housing

Instructions for safely opening the inverter's cover.

Installation

Connecting the DC Side

Explains how to connect the DC input cables from PV modules.

Installation

DC Cable Connections and Plugs

Details DC bridge connections and installing plugs onto DC cables.

Installation

Connecting PV Strings and Parallel Inputs

Describes connecting PV strings and parallel connection methods for inputs.

Installation

Setting the Country of Use

Explains how to configure the inverter's country setting via DIP switches.

Communication Board I Setup

Specific setup steps for Communication Board I, including DIP switch usage.

Installation

Communication Board II Setup

Describes country setting selection via the display for Communication Board II.

Overview of Communication Options

Introduces the various communication methods available for the inverter.

Configuring the Inverter (Situation 1)

Details how to connect and configure the inverter via a web server.

Installation

Data Retrieval Methods

Explains retrieving yield data via computer or transferring it to a solar portal.

Installation

Remote Data and Modem Configurations

Covers remote access and using modems for data transfer.

Installation

Internet Connectivity via DSL

Explains setting up an internet connection using a DSL router.

Modem-Based Internet Connectivity

Details connecting via analogue or GSM modem for internet access.

Installation

Communication Interface Connections

Details connections for Ethernet, analogue modem, and telephone lines.

GSM Modem Installation

Guides on installing the GSM modem and SIM card.

Installation

GSM Configuration and Software

Covers entering GSM settings and using the GSM-Link software.

Installation

Modem Status and Portal Activation

Explains how to check modem status and activate data transfer to a solar portal.

Installation

Network Configuration for Board II

Details network setup for Communication Board II, including multiple inverters.

Communication Scenarios Overview

Summarizes the four main communication scenarios for the inverter.

Configuring Inverter (Board II)

Explains inverter configuration via web server for Board II.

Installation

Data Retrieval and Solar Portal Transfer

Covers direct data retrieval and transferring data to a solar portal.

Installation

Modem Data Transfer for Multiple Inverters

Explains transferring data from multiple inverters via modem.

Remote Access via DSL

Details setting up remote access to the inverter using a DSL connection.

Installation

Modem-Based Remote Access

Describes remote access via analogue or GSM modem.

Communication Interface Details

Details communication interfaces on Communication Board II.

Ethernet and Modem Connections

Covers connecting Ethernet cables and installing analogue modems.

Installation

Telephone Cable and GSM Setup

Details connecting the telephone cable and setting up the GSM modem.

GSM Configuration and Software

Explains entering GSM settings and using the GSM-Link software.

Installation

GSM Modem Installation and Status

Guides on installing the GSM modem and checking its status.

Solar Portal Data Transfer Activation

Details the process for activating data transfer to a solar portal.

Installation

Accessing Accessory Interfaces

Shows the accessory interfaces on Communication Board I.

Switch Output Functionality

Explains the functions of the switch output terminal (S0, alarm, internal consumption).

S0 Input for Energy Metering

Covers connecting an energy meter to the S0 input.

Installation

Analogue Sensor Connections

Details connecting analogue sensors to the inverter.

Ripple Control Receiver for Active Power Control

Explains connecting a ripple control receiver for active power control.

Installation

Connecting Ripple Control Receiver

Shows how to connect the ripple control receiver via Ethernet or RS485.

RS485 Communication Setup

Details connecting multiple inverters using RS485 and configuring DIP switches.

Installation

RS485 DIP Switch Configuration

Explains the DIP switch settings for RS485 configuration and connection scope.

Installation

Accessories for Communication Board II

Covers installing accessories like sensors for Communication Board II.

Switch Output and S0 Input for Board II

Details switch output and S0 input connections for Communication Board II.

Installation

Analogue Sensor Connections for Board II

Explains connecting analogue sensors for Board II.

Ripple Control Receiver for Board II

Details connecting a ripple control receiver for active power control with Board II.

Installation

RS485 Communication for Board II

Covers connecting the ripple control receiver and RS485 communication for Board II.

Closing the Housing

Instructions for closing the inverter housing after installation.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Switching On the Inverter

Steps for initial startup and powering on the inverter.

Setting the Display Language

How to change the display language of the inverter.

Connecting to the Web Server

Guides on establishing a connection to the inverter's web server.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Configuring Web Server Settings

Details various settings accessible via the inverter's web server interface.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Managing Web Server Settings

Managing language, name, and RS485 address through the web server.

Saving Interval and Switch Output

Configuring data saving intervals and the function of the switch output.

Internal Consumption Settings

Setting conditions for device switching based on power availability.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Analogue Input Configuration

Setting the function of analogue inputs for sensors or ripple control.

Network Configuration Options

Explains automatic and manual IP address settings for network connection.

Network Setup Examples

Provides examples of network configurations for DSL routers.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Network Setup with Auto IP

Illustrates network setups using automatic IP addressing.

Network Setup with Fixed IP

Illustrates network setups using fixed IP addressing for DSL routers.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Checking Sensors and Modem Status

Checks sensor and modem status via the web server.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Activating Solar Portal Data Transfer

Details the process for activating data transfer to a solar portal.

Disconnecting from Web Server

How to safely disconnect from the inverter's web server.

Handover to Operator

Key information to provide to the end-user upon installation completion.

Switching Inverter Off

Procedures for safely switching off the inverter for maintenance or decommissioning.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Servicing and Maintenance

General guidelines for performing maintenance on the inverter.

Fan Cleaning Procedure

Instructions for cleaning the inverter's cooling fans.

Commissioning and De-commissioning

Fan Cleaning Steps

Detailed steps for cleaning the fans of different PIKO models.

Disassembly and Disposal

Procedures for disassembling and disposing of the inverter.

Inverter Operating Characteristics

Display Field Overview

Describes the inverter's display and its components.

LED Indicators for Status

Explains the meaning of different LED lights and their status indications.

Display Status Messages

Lists the operating statuses shown on the inverter's display.

Inverter Operating Characteristics

Displaying Values and Changing Settings (Board I)

How to view operating values and change settings using the contact sensor.

Web Server Settings Access

Details accessing and modifying settings like language and fan test via the web server.

Inverter Operating Characteristics

Displaying Values and Changing Settings (Board II)

How to view operating values and change settings using the display keys.

Fault Identification and Troubleshooting

Explains how the inverter indicates faults and initial checks.

Inverter Operating Characteristics

Detailed Fault Displays and Corrections

Provides a table of fault messages, causes, and correction methods.

System Monitoring

Web Server Data Access

Overview of accessing data and settings via the web server.

Logging into the Web Server

Steps to connect to and log into the inverter's web server.

System Monitoring

Downloading Log Data

How to download and save logged performance data.

Displaying Log Data

Methods for viewing logged data, including using visualization software.

System Monitoring

Log Data Entries and Abbreviations

Explains the content of log data and provides a list of abbreviations.

Ending Solar Portal Data Transfer

How to deactivate data export to a solar portal.

Appendix

Technical Data - DC Input

Detailed specifications for the DC input side of the inverters.

Appendix

Technical Data - AC Output and Communication

Specifications for AC output, power consumption, and communication interfaces.

Appendix

Block Diagram

Illustrates the internal functional blocks of the PIKO inverter.

Appendix

Type Plate Information

Details the information found on the inverter's type plate.

Warranty and Service Information

Information regarding warranty coverage and contacting service.

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