• Micro inverter warranty is void if cover removed. No serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified personnel for service. • For proper operation, make sure to use AC cables, connectors and accessories provided by LG Electronics. Parts that are not listed may cause critical danger.
AC Module System Installation Manual 2 Introduction LG AC module consists of a DC module and a micro inverter. Without an additional equipment, it converts the solar energy to AC power which can be consumed by electric appliances in a home or can be supplied to the utility.
• Consult with LG Electronics for the approval of installation methods which are not specified in the installation manual, but are going to be applied. Failure to comply will void the warranty and the module certificate.
To avoid the tensile strain from the thermal expansion, it is recommended to leave a space more than 6mm (0.236 inches) between AC modules frames. • Mount LG AC module to PV rack with 4~5N•m torque. • For reliable connection, make sure that the AC module frame and a PV rack are surely fastened enough to prevent the AC modules from getting loose.
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The AC module can be mounted by using clamps or fixing plates. Steps and procedures need to be carried out based on a manual provided by the clamp or fixing plate manufactures. The type is evaluated by LG internal test, not tested by UL.
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AC modules one by one. • Peel the adhesive label attached on the side of AC module frame and attach the identification label on LG AC module Installation map. The map makes it easy for customers to identify the physical location of a particular AC module.
Because male connector is designed to be connected with a female connector or female end cap, there is a need to keep track of the positions of male and female connectors when you build an array. • The AC module produced by LG Electronics is delivered after completing the electrical connection between DC module and a micro inverter. •...
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-AC cable connector and end cap include waterproof functions. • Make sure to use AC cables, extension cables and end caps provided by LG. If other cables other than genuine are used, waterproof may not be guarantee d and the permissible current of the cable may be lower than the output current of the micro inverter.
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AC Module • LG AC module includes DC cables in the module’s internal wiring, so no grounding is required for DC input. • LG AC Modules need to be grounded by using an external grounding equipment conductor. LG does not provide a grounding conductor.
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Those methods and devices are not tested by UL. • • These alternative grounding devices indicated on the appendix has been evaluated and approved by LG, not by UL. • Please follow installation manual for the grounding devices provided by its manufacturer.
To prevent the danger of electric shock, check again if the circuit breaker is surely turned off. • LG does not provide separate general AC cables coming from the distribution panel to an AC junction box. • Process the Installation works using certified parts and tools.
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Create an installer account using a mobile phone. Use ‘Google Play store’ to search for ‘enervu2’. Access and sign up into the EnerVu2 URL : http://enervu.lg-solar.com/. If you have signed up before, please go for Step 2 directly. If you generate a password through a link sent to your email, your subscription is complete.
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EnerBox2 SSID password : 87654321 Control your mobile phone to get the LG EnerVu2 Professionals shown up. Tap ‘Connect to an EnerBox’. It will guide you directly to the ‘Dashboard’. Then touch ‘Installed Number’. Put the total number of AC modules in the blank then touch the save button.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Step 6. Create a system Creating a system and registering the EnerBox2 is possible by using EnerVu2(web application) or LG EnerVu2 Professionals(mobile application). Using a laptop or a desktop Access and sign in the EnerVu2. URL : https://enervu.lg-solar.com...
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Turn Wi-Fi on in your mobile phone. Search for the SSID of the network connected with EnerBox2. Control your mobile phone to get the LG EnerVu2 Professionals shown up. Tap ‘Connect to an EnerBox’ and select the EnerBox2 serial number.
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Step 8. Activate a System A. Finally, press ‘Activate’ on right-side button at Activation Checklist. After homeowner signs in to LG account with an invitation email, the system will be in completion of activation automatically. B. Then, the installer and home owner can monitor the installed system to check out energy harvest.
Note 1. Creating an installer account using a laptop. (LG EnerVu for Professionals) Access and sign up into the EnerVu2 URL : http://enervu.lg-solar.com/. If you have signed up before, please skip this step. Creating an account by using a mobile is described in 4-3 EnerBox2 Installation procedure.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 2. LG EnerVu for Professionals Log in with ‘LG EnerVu for Professionals’ account. LG EnerVu for Professionals URL : http://enervu.lg-solar.com/ System map depicts a world map where a user easily finds each AC module system installed and registered by the user account.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 3. LG EnerVu for Professionals Get into Activated system. A list of installed systems are on display with simple data. Click a system that you have created. The list can be easily fetched by just clicking the excel icon. An excel file will be automatically generated for helping user stack data or report a list.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 4. LG EnerVu for Professionals Systems – Menu to view or create systems Activated system – Energy harvest data can be monitored on daily, weekly, monthly or annual basis. It is only possible after installation of AC modules and a monitoring system is finished.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 5. System’s Power Production Animation at LG EnerVu for Professionals Go for ‘View’ – ‘Array’ button for a function showing 1) amount of energy produced by each AC module within a set period, 2) graphs showing produced power at a specific time.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 6. System’s Power Production Animation at LG EnerVu for Professionals Go for ‘Graph’. Click ‘Energy’ to see energy production (Wh) trend. Or go for ‘Power’ to see power (W) that is generated at a specific time instance.
AC Module System Installation Manual 4-5 EnerVu2 Monitoring system ( Homeowner account ) Note 1. LG EnerVu for Owner Log in with ‘LG EnerVu for Owner’ account. LG EnerVu for owner URL : https://enervu.lg-solar.com The user can have three options to choose.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 2. LG EnerVu for Owner Go for ‘Monitoring’ menu displayed on the left. Click ‘Array’ to see the virtual array that the installer has already set. The AC module system shows total energy production on each AC module depending on how you set the time period Click ‘Graph’...
AC Module System Installation Manual 4-6 EnerVu2 Mobile Monitoring Application( Installer account ) Note 1. LG EnerVu mobile main page (LG EnerVu for Professionals) Connection method for EnerBox2 - Site AP : connection using a router - 3G/LTE : connection using 3G/LTE - EnerBox AP : connection using Soft AP Notices ( “ⓝ”...
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 2. LG EnerVu mobile ‘Check Systems’ ( Installer account ) Touch ‘Check Systems’ The ‘Alert’ tap allows installers to discover any system having alerts. The reported alerts can be used for trouble shooting. Specific information can be found if you touch a particular system that you want to investigate.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 3 LG EnerVu mobile ( Installer account ) Touch ‘Settings’ You can check and download the latest firmware version update from your mobile. There is an option to choose a language that you want to set.
AC Module System Installation Manual 4-7 EnerVu2 Mobile Monitoring Application( Homeowner account ) Note 1. LG EnerVu mobile (LG EnerVu for Owner) Sign in with a user ID and a password. A user can create an account with a mobile phone.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 2. LG EnerVu mobile ( Homeowner account ) After signing in with an ID and a password. Dashboard provides brief description about solar energy generation produced by the installed AC module system. Weather conditions, night or daytime, concise summary for energy production are demonstrated in this section.
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AC Module System Installation Manual Note 3. LG EnerVu mobile ( Homeowner account ) Touch ‘System Info’. Variable jobs are available including changing system information, getting system data, adding a new member or requesting account transfer. If connection between EnerBox2 and EnerVu is not guaranteed, get ‘Network Setting Guide’ for trouble shooting.
EnerBox2. Four LEDs will be flashing in amber. When it is done, they will be flashing in green. Then, press the ‘RESET’ button for reboot. E. Please follow other steps described in this manual. If problems persists, contact LG for technical support. EnerBox2 left-side...
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AC Module System Installation Manual Using LG EnerVu2 Professionals You can find ‘Reboot’ button by going for [Check Systems -> Activated -> Select a system -> EnerBox]. The button is placed on the right. When you press the ‘Replace’ button, you will see three ways to enter the new EnerBox2 S/N as shown below.
C LED off Red Blinking LED normal Abnormality case A,B Check that the solar panel is actually getting sunlight. If it persists continuously, contact LG Electronics to replace the product. Abnormality case C Measure voltages. Measure frequencies. Measure ambient temperature and check if it is in the range of -40 – 65 °C (-40 – 145 ℉).
Issue: Internet LED is Solid Amber or Off EnerBox2 INTERNET status LED While LG Electronics provide technical support on EnerBox2, LG Electronics has no responsibility on a router which is made by other manufacturer. If connection failure between the EnerBox2 and a router is occurred, check whether your laptop or mobile phone has no problem to use internet access at first.
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LED off Red Blinking LED normal Abnormality case A,B Check that the solar panel is actually getting sunlight. If it persists continuously, contact LG Electronics to replace the product. Abnormality case C Measure voltages described in 5-7 Grid Voltage Measurement.
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Install manual and listed manufacture’s installation guide. These alternative grounding devices indicated on this page has been evaluated and approved by LG, not by UL. If such devices want to be used to meet the requirement in UL 1703, some adequate tests shall be conducted in accordance with UL1703 additionally.