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APS YC500A-MIW
Photovoltaic Grid-connected Inverter
Version 2.4 2/17/13
APS America
1015 Hostmark St. Ste 104; Poulsbo, WA 98370
TEL: 206-855-5100 EMAIL: info@apsamerica.com
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Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
✔✔ Do NOT disconnect the PV module from the APS Microin-
verter without first disconnecting the AC power.
✔✔ Only qualified professionals should install and/or replace APS Mi-
croinverters.
✔✔ Perform all electrical installations in accordance with local electri-
cal codes.
✔✔ Before installing or using the APS Microinverter, please read all
instructions and cautionary markings in the technical documents
and on the APS Microinverter system and the PV-array.
✔✔ Be aware that the body of the APS Microinverter is the heat sink
and can reach high temperatures. To reduce risk of burns, do not
touch the body of the Microinverter.
✔✔ Do NOT attempt to repair the APS Microinverter. If it fails, contact
Blue Frog Customer Support (206-855-5100) to obtain an RMA
number and start the replacement process. Damaging or opening
the APS Microinverter will void the warranty.
✹✹ APS Microinverter
✹✹ APS Energy Communication Unit (ECU)
✹✹ APS Energy Monitor and Analysis (EMA) web-based
monitoring and analysis system
Figure 1
Simple to install
You can install individual PV modules in any combination of module
quantity, orientation, type, and power rate.
The APS 500 series Microinverters connect with the Split-phase grid,
and operate with most 60 and 72 cell PV modules. For more informa-
tion, please see the Technical Data page (p.18) of this manual.
Figure 2
WARNING: Do not touch any live parts in the system, including the
PV array, when the system has been connected to the electrical grid.
Additional Installation components from APS
✹✹ AC branch end cable (1 per branch, sold separately)
✹✹ Protective end cap (1 per branch, sold separately)
Required Parts and Tools from Installer
In addition to your PV array and its associated hardware, the follow-
ing tools are required for assembly:
✹✹ One AC connection junction box
✹✹ Mounting hardware suitable for module racking
✹✹ Sockets and wrenches for mounting hardware
✹✹ Continuous grounding conductor and grounding washers
✹✹ Phillips screwdriver
✹✹ Torque wrench
APS Microinverters are designed to only operate when they can sense
power coming from the grid. Even if they are plugged into the PV array,
they will not turn themselves on until they can read power from the grid.
WARNING: Do NOT connect APS Microinverters to the utility grid or
energize the AC circuit until you have completed all of the installation
procedures as described in the following sections.
To YC500-MIW
Junction Installation
box Figure 3
Figure 4
B. Connect the open wire end of the AC branch end splice cable into
the junction box using an appropriate gland or strain relief fit-
ting.
NOTE: Be sure to size the AC wire to account for voltage drop between
the AC branch circuit junction box and the point of utility interconnec-
tion. (See wire size diagram on following page.)
Figure 5
A. Mark the location of the Microinverter on the rack, keeping in
mind the PV module junction box or any other obstructions.
NOTE: Connecting cables (steps 3-5) can be done in any order but DO
NOT connect to the utility power grid until all the steps are complet-
ed.
Connect the DC cables from the PV Modules to the Micro-Inverter per the
diagram below:
Photovoltaic panels
and Microinverter DC
input cable connection
Figure 6
- +
+ -
Figure 7
Each APS Microinverter comes with a ground clamp that can accom-
modate a single #6 awg strand and #4 awg solid conductor. Check your
local electrical code for grounding conductor sizing requirements. Con-
nect the grounding electrode conductor to the microinverter ground
clamp.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
D. Close the branch circuit breaker, and verify operation of the re-
placement Microinverter.
EFFICIENCY
Peak Efficiency 95.5%
CEC Weighted Efficiency 94.5%
Nominal MPP Tracking Efficiency 99.0%
MECHANICAL DATA
Storage Temperature Range -40ºF to +185ºF (-40ºC to +85ºC)
Operating Temperature Range (Ambient) -40ºF to +149ºF (-40ºC to +65ºC)
Operating Temperature Range (Internal) -40ºF to +185ºF (-40ºC to +85ºC)
Dimensions (WxHxD) inches 7.9” x 6.3” x 1.1”
Dimensions (WxHxD) mm 200mm x 160mm x 29mm
Weight 5.5 lbs (2.5kg)
Enclosure Rating NEMA 3R
Cooling Natural Convection
Wiring Diagram
The APS YC500A Microinverter (the “Product”) is designed to withstand normal operating conditions when used for its originally
intended purpose in compliance with the APS User Manual supplied with the system when shipped. This APS Limited Warranty (“Lim-
ited Warranty”) provides for repair or replacement of Products shown to have defects in workmanship and materials (the “Defective
Product”) for a period of twenty-five (25) years from the date of original purchase of the Product from APS (the “Warranty Period”).
During the Warranty Period, this Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners of the Product, as long as the Product remains
installed at the originally installed end user location.
During the Warranty Period, APS America Corp. (“APS”) will, at its option, repair or replace the Defective Product free of charge,
provided that APS, through inspection, establishes the existence of a defect that is covered by the Limited Warranty. APS may, at its
option, use new and/or reconditioned parts, and/or parts of the original or an improved design, in repairing or replacing the Defective
Product. If APS repairs or replaces a Defective Product, the Limited Warranty continues on the repaired or replacement Product for the
remainder of the original Warranty Period.
The Limited Warranty covers both parts and labor necessary to repair or replace the Defective Product, but does not include labor costs
related to un-installing the Defective Product or re-installing the repaired or replacement Product. The Limited Warranty also covers the
costs of ship¬ping repaired or replacement Product from APS, via a non-expedited freight carrier selected by APS. The Limited War-
ranty does not cover, and APS will not be responsible for, shipping damage or damage caused by mishandling by the freight carrier, and
any such damage is the responsibility of the freight carrier.
To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, the customer must comply with the following procedures:
• Prior to requesting a Return Merchandise Authorization number (“RMA”), the customer must contact an APS technical support
representative to evaluate and troubleshoot the problem while the APS Microinverter is still installed in its original location, since
many problems can be solved in the field.
• If in-field troubleshooting does not solve the problem, customer may return the Defective Product to APS, with an RMA number.
The RMA number is provided by APS upon request of the customer and upon provision to APS of ;
- The serial number of the Defective Product
- A detailed description of the defect
- Proof-of-purchase. If the original purchaser of the Product submitted a Warranty Registration, no further proof of purchase
is required. If APS does not have a record of that Registration, the customer must also provide a copy of a dated invoice or
purchase receipt from the original purchase of the Product, or the dated invoice or purchase receipt showing that Product ex-
changed under warranty.
- Shipping address for return of the repaired or replacement Product.
• All Defective Product authorized for return must be returned in the original shipping carton or other packaging that is equally pro-
tective of the Product.
The Limited Warranty does not apply to, and APS will not be responsible for, any defect in, or damage to, any Product that (1) has
been disassembled or modified in any way, or (2) has been misused, neglected, tampered with, altered, or otherwise damaged, either
internally or externally, or (3) has been improperly installed, operated, handled or used, including use under conditions for which the
product was not designed, use in an unsuitable environment, or use in a manner contrary to the APS User Manual or applicable laws or
regulations, or (4) has been subjected to fire, water, generalized corrosion, biological infestations, or input voltage that creates operat-
ing conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Product specifications, including high input voltage from genera-
tors or lightning strikes, or (5) has been subjected to incidental or consequential damage caused by defects of other components of
the electrical system within which it is installed, or (6) has any alteration to, or removal of, the original identification markings (including
trademark, model number, or serial number).
This Limited Warranty does not cover costs related to the removal, installation or troubleshooting of the customer’s electrical systems.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY GIVEN BY APS AMERICA CORP., AND ITS AFFILIATES, AND,
WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW, IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF TITLE, QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICU-
LAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNI-
CAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION. IN NO EVENT WILL APS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR EXPENSES, HOWEVER ARISING,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, ANY LOSS OR DAM-
AGE TO PROPERTY, OR ANY PERSONAL INJURY.
Some states do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation
or exclusion of certain damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply. This Limited Warranty gives the customer
specific legal rights, and the customer may have other rights that may vary from state to state.
Figure 11
Figure 12
NOTE: The ECU should function properly when connected to L1, L2 or L3.
Figure 13
NOTE: The ECU should function properly when connected to L1, L2 or L3.