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Quick installation guide

TRIO-50.0-TL-OUTD-US

ABB solar inverters

1.

Labels and symbols

Inverter models and components

3.

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Packing list

5.

Choice of installation location 

2.

Assembly instructions

6.

Before starting installation, download the product manual from www.abb.

com/solarinverters.  Choose the correct country, string inverters, three phase, 

choose the product and proceed to the “download” section.

Read and follow all safety and installation instructions to avoid disabling any 

safety features or making the warranty invalid.   

The inverter model must be chosen by a specialized technician who has a good knowledge of the installation conditions, the devices that will be installed 

externally to the inverter, and whether it will eventually be integrated into an existing system. 

The 50kW TRIO module is the same for all inverters, however different AC and DC wiring boxes will have been ordered depending on the site design:

- DC wiring box models: DCWB-1; DCWB-2(12 inputs); DCWB-2(16 inputs).

- AC wiring box models: ACWB Standard; ACWB-A; ACWB-B; 

The main features of each wiring box are described at section 15 of this document.

Main components

01

Mounting bracket

02

DC wiring box

03

Conversion module

04

Quick disconnect connector cover

05

AC wiring box

06

Handles

07

Aluminum locking bracket

08

Front cover

09

Communication and control board

10

Positive (+) side string fuses

11

Ground cable attachment points

12

AC filter board

13

DC input terminal block

14

DC disconnect switch

15

DC surge protection device

16

1.1/2” DC conduit opening

17

AC output terminal block

18

AC surge protection device

19

2” DC conduit opening

20

Protective Earth (PE) connection point

21

Anti-condensation valve

22

Negative (-) side string fuses

23

Quick disconnect connectors

24

Spacers

26

Heatsink

27

Rear pins attached to inverter back 

side

28

Stabilization bracket

29

Conducting springs

30

Key lock

31

Quick disconnect cover storage rack

32

Ground brackets

33

WiFi antenna opening plug (M20 size)

34

Signal conduit opening for 3/4” 

(Pg21 size)

35

1/2” signal conduit opening (Pg16 

size) or button to reset AFD fault

36

AC disconnect switch

37

Ground bracket attachment points

38

Marking for 1.1/2” AC conduit opening

39

1.1/2” AC conduit opening

40

Equipment Grounding Conductor 

(EGC) connection point

Components included in all DC wiring box models

Quantity

Configurable relay connectors

2

Control and communications signal 

connectors

4

M6 hex nut to clamp ground cables 

to the wiring boxes

2

M6x16 hex screw

1

Serrated lock M6 washer for securing 

the ground terminal to the AC wiring box 

6

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Quick installation guide (QIG) 

Components included in mounting kit

Quantity 

(vertical kit) 

Quantity 

(horizontal kit) 

Bracket 

01

 for vertical wall mounting 

1

0

Bracket 

01

 for horizontal mounting 

0

1

countersunk M5 x 14 hex screws for 

assembling the attachment bracket

4

10

6”

20”

12”

6”

12”

8”

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

75° MAX

15° MAX

6”

20”

12”

6”

12”

8”

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

75° MAX

15° MAX

Installation site and position

 -

Consult technical data to confirm the environmental specifications will be met

 -Installation of the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight is acceptable. 

 -Do not install in closed spaces where air does not freely circulate

 -

Always ensure that the flow of air around the inverter is not blocked, so as to prevent overheating.

 - 

Do not install the equipment near flammable substances (minimum distance: 10 ft).

 -

Do not install the equipment on wooden walls or other flammable substances.

 - Do not install in rooms inhabited or where the prolonged presence of people or animals is expected, because 

of the inverter’s noise level during operation. The sounds level is heavily influenced by its location (for 

example, the surface around the inverter, the environment, etc.) and grid quality.

 -Install on a wall or strong structure capable of bearing weight

 - Install vertically or horizontally (i.e. with the inverter on its back), with a maximum inclination as indicated 

in the figure

 - Maintain minimum clearance from objects blocking air circulation and spacing between inverter as 

indicated in the figures

 - 

Ensure sufficient working area in front of the inverter for wiring box access

 - If possible, install at eye-level so that the LEDs can be easily seen

 - Install at a height that takes account of the weight of the equipment

 - Position multiple inverters side-by-side, maintaining minimum clearances (measured from the outermost 

edge of the inverter) 

 - Multiple inverters can also be placed in a staggered arrangement. Minimum clearances for staggered 

arrangements include width of inverter plus additional allowances for inverters arranged above or below

 -All installatioins over 6500’ (2,000 meters) must be assessed by ABB Technical Sales to determine the 

proper datasheet derating

Do not block access to the external AC and DC disconnects. 

Please refer to the warranty terms and conditions and avoid voiding the warranty with improper 

installation.

EGC

+IN

-IN

+IN

FUSE1

FUSE2

FUSE3

FUSE4

FUSE5

FUSE6

FUSE7

FUSE8

FUSE9

FUSE10

FUSE11

FUSE12

-IN

FUSE1

FUSE2

FUSE3

FUSE4

FUSE5

FUSE6

FUSE7

FUSE8

FUSE9

FUSE10

FUSE11

FUSE12

ATTENTION

UTILISEZ SEULEMENT CÂBLES EN CUIVRE OU ALUMINIUM 75 °C OU 90 °C. Consultez le

manuel d'instructions pour la taille des fils approprié (AWG) et pour couples de serrage

à appliquer aux bornes de câblage.

CAUTION

USE 75 °C OR 90°C COPPER ORALUMINIUMWIRE ONLY. Refer to the instruction manual for

suitablewiresize(AWG)andfortighteningtorquetobeappliedtothewiringterminals.

CAUTION

ATTENTION

USE 75 °C OR 90°C COPPER WIRE ONLY. Refer to the instruction

manual

for suitable wire size (AWG) and for tightening

torque to be applied to

the wiring terminals.

UTILISEZ SEULEMENTCÂBLES EN

CUIVRE 75 °C OU 90 °C. Consultez

le manuel d'instructionspour la

taille des fils approprié(AWG) et

pour couples de serrage à

appliqueraux bornes de câblage.

+IN

FUSE1

FUSE2

FUSE3

FUSE4

FUSE5

FUSE6

FUSE7

FUSE8

FUSE9

FUSE10

FUSE11

FUSE12

FUSE13

FUSE14

FUSE15

FUSE16

-IN

FUSE1

FUSE2

FUSE3

FUSE4

FUSE5

FUSE6

FUSE7

FUSE8

FUSE9

FUSE10

FUSE11

FUSE12

FUSE13

FUSE14

FUSE15

FUSE16

DCWB-2 16 inputs

Side view (DC) 

(All models)

DCWB-1

09

31

13

40
32

16

19

30
33
35
34

37

23

11

21

22
10
40

40

09

31

15
14

32

DCWB-2 12 inputs

16

19

22
10

09

31

15
14

32

16

19

ACWB

ACWB-A

ACWB-B

12
31
17

39

20

12
31
36

17

18

18

39

20

12
31

39

20

32

32

32

Side view (AC) 

(All models)

11
23
37
21

30

40

38

          Mounting on a vertical wall

1.  The bracket 

01

 is supplied in two separate parts, assemble them using the four 

M5x14 countersunk screws. 

(FIG. 1)

2.  Position the bracket 

01

 perfectly level on the wall and use it as a drilling 

template. 

(FIG. 1)

3.    It is the installer’s responsibility to choose an appropriate number and and 

distribution of attachment points. The choice must be based on the type of 

wall, frame or other support, the type of anchors to be used, and their ability 

to support 4 times the inverter’s weight (4 x 260 lbs=1040 lbs for all models).   

Attach the bracket to the wall with at least 10 attachment srews. Depending 

on the type of anchor chosen, drill the required 10 holes 

A

 to mount the 

bracket. Put at least four srews in the upper side and at least four in the lower 

side, with the remainder (up to 20 total) in either location. 

(FIG. 1)

4.  Attach the bracket to the wall or frame 

(FIG. 1)

5.

  

Install spacers 

24

 in the two lower rear attachment pins 

27

 of the conver-

sion module. This will prevent backwards tilt when the conversion module 

is hung on the bracket. 

(FIG. 2)

6. 

 

Lift the power module up to the bracket using the (optional) handles 

06

 or the 

(optional) M12 eyebolts, or another appropriate lifting device. 

(FIG. 2)

7.  Side the heads of two upper rear attachment pins 

27 

 into the slots   on 

the bracket and confirm that the slots 

 on the bracket are aligned with 

the line on the sides of the conversion module; this indicates that they 

have been correctly positioned.

(FIG. 2)

8.  Remove handle or eye bolts (if used)
9.  Remove the quick disconnect connector covers as follows : 

- Pull the aluminum locking bracket outwards 

A

 

(FIG. 3)

 

- Pull off the quick disconnect cover 

B

 

(FIG. 3)

 

- Save both parts. They will be needed in a later step. 

10. 

 

Set the wiring box disconnect switches to “0”.

11. 

 

Unscrew the 8 screws holding the front covers 

08

 of the DC wiring  

box

 

02

 

and AC wiring box

 

05

 

in place.

12.  Open the key locks and remove the covers of each wiring box. 

(FIG. 4)

13. 

 

Install spacers 

24

 in the lower rear attachment pin 

27

 of each wiring box. This 

will prevent backwards tilt when the wiring box is hung on the bracket. 

(FIG. 4)

14. 

 

 Remove the quick disconnect connector covers from both wiring boxes 

(See step 9 of this procedure) 

(FIG. 4)

. Caps should be kept in the 

special slot within each wiring box. Proceed as follows: 

A

 couple a connector cap of the power module (in green in the figure) 

with one from the wiring box (in blue in the figure). 

 

B

 Insert the plastic locking bracket used to block the wiring box cap 

on the coupled connectors.  

C

 Insert the two connectors locked by the fork in the dedicated space within 

each wiring box 

D

. Repeat the same operation for the other wiring box. 

Do not use aluminum locking bracket to clamp the caps.  (FIG. 5)

01

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

01

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

FIG 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -- KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE! 

The installer must read this document in its entirety before installing or commissioning this equipment.

For more detailed information regarding proper installation and use of this product, refer to the product manual located at www.abb.com/solarinverters. The 

labels on the inverter carry the markings, main technical data and identification of the equipment and manufacturer. The technical data shown in this quick 

installation guide does not replace that shown on the labels attached to the equipment. 

Symbols used in the guide and on the products

These are nationally recognized test laboratory marks 

showing certification to UL 1741 and CSA-C22 No. 107.1-01

ø

Phase

Hazardous voltage

 

  

Direct and alternating currents, respectively

General warning - Important safety information

+    -

Positive and negative of the input voltage (DC)

Hot surfaces

10

Stored energy discharge time

System earth conductor (main grounding protective 

earth, PE)

Consult product manual

Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC)

- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Components included in mounting kit

Quantity 

(vertical kit) 

Quantity 

(horizontal kit) 

M6x16 hex screw (4 to clamp ground 

brackets and 2 for caged nuts)

6

6

Stabilization brackets to attach the 

conversion module to the wiring box

2

2

M6 cage nuts

2

2

M6 hex nut to clamp ground cables to 

the conversion module

2

2

Back spacers 

24

  for wall alignment 

(vertical installation) 

4

0

Ground cables for wiring box/power 

module connection

2

2

Ground brackets 

32

 for wiring box-

power module connection

2

2

M6  flat  washer  (4  for  ground 

 

brackets and 2 for cage nuts)

6

6

Serrated lock M6 washer for ground 

connection bracket

8

8

Conducting springs

6

6

27

27

24

A

B

27

04

27

24

02

27

07

07

08

23

04

08

A

B

C

D

D

DC Wiring box

AC Wiring box

FIG 3

FIG 5

FIG 2

FIG 4

6”

20”

12”

6”

12”

8”

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

75° MAX

15° MAX

6”

20”

12”

6”

12”

8”

NO

NO

NO

NO

NO

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

75° MAX

15° MAX

Vertical installation bracket

Horizontal installation bracket

27

06

07

07

37

32

37

23

05

31

14

30

23

04

08

04
30

01
02

03
26

29

14

28

08

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