30-002 Viridian Clearline Standard PV Wiring Diagrams

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Installation on roof
Installation in loft
New a.c. Installation
Issue:
0
23.03.12
Original Issue
Existing house a.c. Installation

DNO
supply
PV array.
Single string of M modules in series
d.c.
Connectors
d.c.
Isolator
String Inverter
a.c.
Isolator
Main
Isolator
Generation
Meter
AHS
1
12.11.12
Revised Main isolator
position
IRB
Labels
1 Phase
String
Inverter
0
I - Do not disconnect d.c. plugs and

sockets under load - turn off a.c. first
Main Consumer Unit

0
0123 kWh
0123 kWh
Utility meter
LABEL I
LABEL II
LABEL III
LABEL IV
LABEL IV
LABEL V
II - P.V. array d.c. isolator. Danger contains live parts during daylight.
III - Inverter - Isolate a.c. and d.c. before
carrying out work
IV - PV System main a.c. isolator
Single string PV array connected in series

G
Voltage rating
M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)

M x 60.5V for PV20 (Max M = 16)
M x 45.3V for PV15 (Max M = 22)
Current rating
Connectors must be d.c. rated. They should be touch safe to a standard of

ingress protection not less than IP 21, Class II and shrouded.
Installers are obliged to liaise with the relevant distribution Network Operator
(DNO) in the following manner:
Single installation covered by G83/1 - notification at or before day of
commissioning followed by G83/1 paperwork (G83/1 appendix 3) within 30
days.
N.B. ENSURE THAT MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS ARE FULLY AND
SECURELY JOINED.
C
The d.c. isolator must be double pole and rated for the system voltage and
current maxima as calculated from the PV array. It should be load-break rated.
The inverter must be treated as standard electrical apparatus and earthed as

per BS 7671 if Class 1. It must carry a Type Test certificate to the requirements of
Engineering Recommendation G83/1 or comply with all other parts of ER G83/1.
Inverter settings:-
Notes:
10.4 A
H
Generation meter should be installed to display/record energy delivered by the

PV system (kWh). In addition it is highly recommended for instantaneous power
output (kW) to be displayed. A kWh meter approved by OFGEM is
recommended as it may facilitate payment on ROCs and other Electricity
company scheme payments.
V - Do not work on this equipment until it is

isolated from both mains and on-site
generation supplies
Multiple installations covered by G83/1 - application to proceed (G83/1

appendix 2). On commissioning - notification and appendix 3 as above.
D.C. Cable
Cables must be rated, as a minimum, to the voltage and current ratings derived
from the PV array. Standard de-rating factors must also be applied (BS 7671).
Cables should be sized such that overall voltage drop at stc between the array
and the inverter is <3%
Over Voltage
264V
Under Volatage
207V
Over Frequency
50.5Hz
A.C Cable
Under Frequency
47HZ
A.C. cables are to be specified and installed in accordance with BS 7671. The
a.c. cable connecting the inverter(s) to the consumer unit should be oversized
to minimise voltage drop. A 1% drop or less is recommended.
A manual a.c. isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within

the Customer's installation as in G83/1, which is:in accordance with BS 60947-3
must switch all live and neutral conductors.
must be securable in the OFF position only. It must be simple to secure
using a standard padlock- device that require a separate removable
adaptor or special key to enable them to be secured are not acceptable.
Lightning Protection
Where there is a perceived increase in risk of direct strike as a consequence of
the installation of the PV system, specialists in lightning protection should be
consulted with a view to installing a separate lightning protection system in
accordance with BS 6651.
Viridian Solar
Atlas Building,
68 Stirling Way, Papworth,
Cambs. CB23 3GY
T 01480 831501
F 01480 831831
www.viridiansolar.co.uk
TITLE
Viridian Clearline PV Wiring

Diagram - Single String Inverter Single Phase
DRAWN
must clearly show the ON and OFF positions

F
A main isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within the

Customer's installation as in G83/1, which is:in accordance with BS 60947-3
must be securable in the OFF position only.
CHECKED
AHS
KTT
SHEET
DRAWING NUMBER
30 002
1 of 4
REVISION
OUTPUT CURRENT
Below 16A/Phase
DATE
SCALE
20.03.12
Disclaimer:

reproduced
without
their
express
permission.
Issue:
0
20.03.12
Original issue
AHS
PV Module 1
L NE
1
12.11.12
Revised Main isolator
position
Micro
Inverter
Main
Isolator
Generation
Meter
IRB
DNO
Supply
PV Module m
Labels
F
Micro
Inverter
G
H
Main Consumer Unit
0123 kWh
0123 kWh
Utility meter
LABEL V
LABEL IV
LABEL IV

carrying out work
generation supplies
Notes:
Single PV module
Voltage rating
F
90.7V for PV30

Customer's installation as in G83/1, which is:-
60.5V for PV20
in accordance with BS 60947-3
45.3V for PV15

Current rating
B
Connectors must be d.c. rated. They should be touch safe to a standard of ingress
protection not less than IP 21, Class II and shrouded. Provided by Viridian Solar.
The inverter must be treated as standard electrical apparatus and earthed as per BS
7671 if Class 1. It must carry a Type Test certificate to the requirements of Engineering
Recommendation G83/1 or comply with all other parts of ER G83/1.
Inverter settings:Over Voltage
Cables must be rated, as a minimum, to the voltage and current

ratings derived from the PV array. Standard de-rating factors must
also be applied (BS 7671). Cables should be sized such that overall
voltage drop at stc between the array and the inverter is <3%.
Provided by Viridian Solar
10.4 A
A.C Cable
G
Single phase generation meter should be installed to display/record energy

delivered by the PV system (kWh). In addition it is highly recommended for
instantaneous power output (kW) to be displayed. A kWh meter approved by
OFGEM is recommended as it may facilitate payment on ROCs and other Electricity
A.C. cables are to be specified and installed in accordance with

BS 7671. The a.c. cable connecting the inverter(s) to the consumer
unit should be oversized to minimise voltage drop. A 1% drop or
less is recommended.
Installers are obliged to liaise with the relevant distribution Network Operator (DNO)
in the following manner:
SECURELY JOINED.
D
D.C. Cable
264V
Under Volatage
207V
Over Frequency
50.5Hz
Under Frequency
47HZ
A manual a.c. isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within the
Single installation covered by G83/1 - notification at or before day of

commissioning followed by G83/1 paperwork (G83/1 appendix 3) within 30
days.
Multiple installations covered by G83/1 - application to proceed (G83/1
appendix 2). On commissioning - notification and appendix 3 as above.
Where there is a perceived increase in risk of direct strike as a

consequence of the installation of the PV system, specialists in
lightning protection should be consulted with a view to installing a
separate lightning protection system in accordance with BS 6651.
Viridian Solar
Atlas Building,
Cambs. CB23 3GY
T 01480 831501
F 01480 831831
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must be securable in the OFF position only. It must be simple to secure using a
standard padlock- device that require a separate removable adaptor or
special key to enable them to be secured are not acceptable.

Diagram - Multiple Micro
Inverter - Single Phase
DRAWN
CHECKED
AHS
KTT
SHEET
DRAWING NUMBER
30 002
2 of 4
REVISION
OUTPUT CURRENT
Below 16A/Phase
DATE
SCALE
20.03.12
Disclaimer:
reproduced
without
their
express
permission.
Issue:
PV array A
Single strings of M
modules in series
0
1 Phase
String
Inverter
String A
PV Distribution
Board
L N E
I
Schematic
String B
Labels
LABEL I
LABEL II
LABEL III

LABEL IV
PV array n
N strings of M modules
in parallel

carrying out work
G59 Relay
Proctection
3 pole
contractor

AC Supply
Sensor
1 Phase
String
Inverter

0
I
G
String A
DNO
Supply
LABEL IV
Y-connectors
LABEL I
H
LABEL II

generation supplies
LABEL III
Notes:
Main Consumer Unit
LABEL IV
0123 kWh
0123 kW
Utility meter
LABEL V
Electrical rating for PV arrays (d.c. side)

Voltage rating
Current rating
B
M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)
M x 60.5V for PV20 (Max M = 16)
M x 45.3V for PV15 (Max M = 22)
N x 10.4 A

SECURELY JOINED.
C
The d.c. isolator must be double pole and rated for the system voltage and current
maxima as calculated from the PV array. It should be load-break rated. Provided by
Viridian Solar.
G
Inverter settings:-
G59 Protection relay may be required by DNO to protect against voltage change under and over 240V, frequency change - under and over 50Hz and vector shift - 1
deg increments. If required, this device could be supplied by Viridian Solar at extra
cost.
Over Voltage
264V
Under Volatage
207V
Over Frequency
50.5Hz
Under Frequency
47HZ

Generation meter should be installed to display/record energy delivered by the PV

system (kWh). In addition it is highly recommended for instantaneous power output
(kW) to be displayed. A kWh meter approved by OFGEM is recommended as it may
facilitate payment on ROCs and other Electricity company scheme payments.
Viridian Solar
Atlas Building,
Cambs. CB23 3GY
T 01480 831501
F 01480 831831
Written approval must be gained from Distribution Network Operator (DNO) prior to
works. Commissioning in conjunction withDNO engineer, or as required by DNO
D.C. Cable
from the PV array. Standard de-rating factors must also be applied (BS 7671). Cables
should be sized such that overall voltage drop at stc between the array and the
inverter is <3%. Provided by Viridian Solar
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A.C Cable
A.C. cables are to be specified and installed in accordance with BS 7671. The a.c.
cable connecting the inverter(s) to the consumer unit should be oversized to
minimise voltage drop. A 1% drop or less is recommended.
Where there is a perceived increase in risk of direct strike as a consequence of the
installation of the PV system, specialists in lightning protection should be consulted
with a view to installing a separate lightning protection system in accordance with
BS 6651.

Diagram - Multiple String
Inverter - Single Phase
DRAWN
CHECKED
AHS
KTT
SHEET
DRAWING NUMBER
30 002
3 of 4
REVISION
OUTPUT CURRENT
Above 16A/Phase
DATE
SCALE
20.03.12
Disclaimer:
reproduced
without
their
express
permission.
Issue:
PV array A
Single strings of M
modules in series
0
PV Distribution
Board
3 Phase String
Inverter
String A
L1L2 L3 N E
0
Schematic
Labels
String B
LABEL I
LABEL II
LABEL III

LABEL IV
4 pole
contractor

carrying out work
G59 Relay
Proctection

AC Supply
Sensor

generation supplies
PV array n
N strings of M modules
in parallel
I
G
3 Phase String
Inverter
0
DNO
Supply
LABEL IV
Notes:
I
H
Main Consumer Unit

0123 kWh
0123 kW
Utility meter
Y-connectors
LABEL I
Single string PV array connected in series

Voltage rating
Current rating
B
LABEL II
LABEL III
M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)
LABEL IV
M x 60.5V for PV20 (Max M = 16)
M x 45.3V for PV15 (Max M = 22)
N x 10.4 A

SECURELY JOINED.
C
The d.c. isolator must be double pole and rated for the system voltage and current
maxima as calculated from the PV array. It should be load-break rated. Provided by
Viridian Solar.
G59 Protection relay may be required by DNO to protect against voltage change under and over 240V, frequency change - under and over 50Hz and vector shift - 1
deg increments. If required, this device could be supplied by Viridian Solar at extra
cost.
Inverter settings:Over Voltage
264V
Under Volatage
207V
Over Frequency
50.5Hz
Under Frequency
47HZ
LABEL V
Three phase generation meter should be installed to display/record energy

delivered by the PV system (kWh). In addition it is highly recommended for
instantaneous power output (kW) to be displayed. A kWh meter approved by
OFGEM is recommended as it may facilitate payment on ROCs and other Electricity
Viridian Solar
Atlas Building,
Cambs. CB23 3GY
T 01480 831501
F 01480 831831
Written approval must be gained from Distribution Network Operator (DNO) prior to
works. Commissioning in conjunction withDNO engineer, or as required by DNO
D.C. Cable
from the PV array. Standard de-rating factors must also be applied (BS 7671). Cables
should be sized such that overall voltage drop at stc between the array and the
inverter is <3%. Provided by Viridian Solar
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Diagram - Multiple String
Inverters - Three Phase
A.C Cable
A.C. cables are to be specified and installed in accordance with BS 7671. The a.c.
cable connecting the inverter(s) to the consumer unit should be oversized to
minimise voltage drop. A 1% drop or less is recommended.
Where there is a perceived increase in risk of direct strike as a consequence of the
installation of the PV system, specialists in lightning protection should be consulted
with a view to installing a separate lightning protection system in accordance with
BS 6651.
DRAWN
CHECKED
AHS
KTT
SHEET
DRAWING NUMBER
30 002
4 of 4
REVISION
OUTPUT CURRENT
Above 16A/Phase
DATE
SCALE
20.03.12

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This drawing and the information contained

New a.c. Installation

Existing house a.c. Installation

I - Do not disconnect d.c. plugs and

Main Consumer Unit

Single string PV array connected in series

M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)

Connectors must be d.c. rated. They should be touch safe to a standard of

The inverter must be treated as standard electrical apparatus and earthed as

Generation meter should be installed to display/record energy delivered by the

V - Do not work on this equipment until it is

Multiple installations covered by G83/1 - application to proceed (G83/1

A manual a.c. isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within

Viridian Clearline PV Wiring

must clearly show the ON and OFF positions

A main isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within the

This drawing and the information contained

Existing house a.c. Installation

New a.c. Installation

Main Consumer Unit

I - Do not disconnect d.c. plugs and

A main isolator must be provided located in an accessible position within the

60.5V for PV20

in accordance with BS 60947-3

45.3V for PV15

must switch all live and neutral conductors.

must clearly show the ON and OFF positions

Cables must be rated, as a minimum, to the voltage and current

Single phase generation meter should be installed to display/record energy

A.C. cables are to be specified and installed in accordance with

Single installation covered by G83/1 - notification at or before day of

Where there is a perceived increase in risk of direct strike as a

in accordance with BS 60947-3

Viridian Clearline PV Wiring

New a.c. Installation

I - Do not disconnect d.c. plugs and

III - Inverter - Isolate a.c. and d.c. before

IV - PV System main a.c. isolator

Existing house a.c. Installation

V - Do not work on this equipment until it is

Main Consumer Unit

Electrical rating for PV arrays (d.c. side)

M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)

M x 60.5V for PV20 (Max M = 16)

in accordance with BS 60947-3

M x 45.3V for PV15 (Max M = 22)

must switch all live and neutral conductors.

must clearly show the ON and OFF positions

must be securable in the OFF position only.

Generation meter should be installed to display/record energy delivered by the PV

Viridian Clearline PV Wiring

New a.c. Installation

I - Do not disconnect d.c. plugs and

III - Inverter - Isolate a.c. and d.c. before

IV - PV System main a.c. isolator

V - Do not work on this equipment until it is

Existing house a.c. Installation

Main Consumer Unit

Single string PV array connected in series

M x 90.7V for PV30 (Max M = 11)

M x 60.5V for PV20 (Max M = 16)

in accordance with BS 60947-3

M x 45.3V for PV15 (Max M = 22)