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- Page 1 Sanctuary Energy ™ Storage System User Manual 8kW Hybrid Inverter / Charger & 13.5kWh Lithium Battery...
- Page 2 USER GUIDE READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT. This unit provides safe, silent, and renewable electric power. It is very important to carefully read this user manual before using the product. Keep this manual for future reference. It can also be found at www.lionenergy.com.
- Page 3 USER GUIDE Table of Contents Part Identification Product Introduction Product Features Basic System Architecture Installation Operation Fault Information and Processing Technical Specifications Warranty...
- Page 4 USER GUIDE Part Identification The Lion Sanctuary is a powerful solar inverter/charger and energy storage system. It is used to harness the energy of the sun to provide power for your home, cabin, or houseboat. The diagram below identifies the parts for the inverter/charger components on the unit. Part Part High Voltage DC Disconnect...
- Page 5 The app allows for customized settings and provides necessary data. Product Features The Sanctuary 8kW inverter offers an impressive array of features: • 240V split-phase pure sine wave inverter, 208V three-phase pure sine wave inverter.
- Page 6 USER GUIDE Installation Parts List Count Part Count Sanctuary 8kW Inverter / Charger 13.5kWh Lithium Battery Stainless Steel Mounting Screws M4*12 Stainless Steel Expansion Bolts M6*80 DC Fuse This Manual Wi-Fi Adapter Current Transformer (or use with optional anti-backflow function)
- Page 7 USER GUIDE Installation Location Before installing the Lion Sanctuary System (inverter/charger and battery), consider the following when choosing a location for installation: • Install the Sanctuary System in a climate controlled location, regulated temperature between 32º to 86º F. The Sanctuary System is suitable for use in residential dwelling units where permitted. This equipment meets the cell level performance criteria of UL 9540A.
- Page 8 USER GUIDE # of Panels PV 1- A PV 1 - B PV 2 - A PV 2 - B A maximum of 36 panels can be connected. They must be connected properly as indicated below. To achieve proper configuration with solar panels, loads must be equalized between MPPTs and their inputs.
- Page 9 USER GUIDE Model Wire Size Torque Value 2AWG 17.7 in-lbs Professional wiring installation All wiring must be performed by a professional electrician. Suitable battery cable (included) Connecting the battery with a suitable cable is important for efficient operation of the system.
- Page 10 USER GUIDE Input / Output Connection Before connecting to AC input power source, install a separate AC breaker (80A or less) between the inverter and the AC input power source. This will ensure that the inverter is a safe 90A pass-through. It also ensures that the inverter will readily disconnect during maintenance.
- Page 11 USER GUIDE Refer to the figures below and follow these steps to connect the AC input and output: 1. Before connecting the AC input and output, be sure to to first disconnect all power sources, including the DC disconnect. 2. Remove a 0.4” length of insulation sleeve, unscrew the bolts, and insert the AC input wires through the cable glands according to the polarities indicated on the terminal block.
- Page 12 USER GUIDE PV Connection Before connecting the unit to the PV modules, install a separate DC circuit breaker between the inverter and PV modules. It is very important for system safety and efficient operation to use the appropriate cables for the PV module connections. To reduce risk of injury, use the recommended cable size given in the table below.
- Page 13 USER GUIDE PV Module Selection When selecting suitable PV modules, be sure to consider the following (see table below): Inverter Model Sanctuary 8kW Maximum PV Array Open Circuit Voltage 500 VDC PV Arrray MPPT Voltage Range 125 - 425 VDC...
- Page 14 USER GUIDE Operation Power ON / OFF Download the Solarman™ app for iPhone, Android or computer. Turn on the Sanctuary System by pressing the ON/OFF button on the side. NOTE: Solarman™ Pro App is required for installation and can be used for monitoring. Solarman™...
- Page 15 USER GUIDE Local Mode / QR Scan Align the QR code on the Wi-Fi Adapter inside the local mode window (right pic) to scan the serial number of the Wi-Fi Adapter, then press next. Password QR Scan Go to Wi-Fi settings and select the access point with the Wi-Fi adapter serial number (right pic), then enter the password on the QR code sticker on the Wi-Fi adapter (shown...
- Page 16 USER GUIDE Local Mode Go back to the Solarman™ App local mode and proceed to program the inverter and to see the data. This allows you to ensure the system is set up correctly and to customize settings. 1. There are 6 Realtime data analytic screens to aid in validating the system is working: Solar, Bat- tery, Grid, UPSload, Inverter and Alerts (defaults to Realtime data/Solar) 2.
- Page 17 USER GUIDE Battery Data Screen Grid Data Screen...
- Page 18 USER GUIDE Inverter Data Screen This is the Inverter data screen that provides Realtime Data and allows for customization of Settings. UPS Load Data Screen...
- Page 19 USER GUIDE Realtime Data Alert Tab Warnings and errors will appear under the “Alert” tab. Battery Setting Tab The Lion Sanctuary Energy Storage (13.5kWh battery) has communication capability with the inverter and it will self-configure the inverter as shown in this image.
- Page 20 USER GUIDE System Work Mode System Work Mode settings are customizable during install so you can optimize based on how you want your battery used to offset power consumption. System Working Mode: Defines how the inverter offsets power usage. • Grid Sell: Allow the inverter to sell excess power to the utility grid under the premise that the battery bank is fully charged (it...
- Page 21 USER GUIDE Grid Settings These are default settings you can adjust according to your preference. Grid Mode: A compliance setting that should be set to comply with local regulations. PF: Should be left at 1 unless power company requires something different. Grid Reconnection time: Allows you to vary the amount of time that the inverter waits between grid connection attempts.
- Page 22 Grid Peak-Shaving Power: The max power the inverter will use to peak shave the grid power. Parallel: The parallel connecting of inverters. (Consult with Lion Energy for more information). Equipment Mode: Allows you to set parallel inverters. Set one inverter to master and the other inverter(s) to slave.
- Page 23 USER GUIDE Fault Information and Processing The table below lists the possible fault codes that might occur if the inverter malfunctions. Fault Code Description DC Input Polarity Reverse Fault DC Insulation Impedance Permanent Fault DC Leakage Current Fault Ground Fault GFID (Battery End Grounding) Read Memory Error Write Memory Error GFDI Blown Fuse...
- Page 24 USER GUIDE The DC Bus is Unbalanced DC End Insulation Error Inverter 1 DC High Fault AC Load Switch Failure AC Main Contactor Failure AC Secondary Contactor Failure Inverter 2 DC High Fault AC Current Overcurrent AC Overload AC Grid Unavailable Fault AC Grid Phase Error AC Three Phase Voltage Imbalance Failure AC Three Phase Current Unbalanced Failure...
- Page 25 USER GUIDE DC Bus Voltage is too Low AC Reverse Irrigation AC Grid U Overcurrent AC Grid V Overcurrent AC Grid W Overcurrent Reactor A Phase Current High Reactor B Phase Current High Reactor C Phase Current High IGBT Heat Sink High Temperature Technical Specifications Battery Technical Specifications Model #50170132 Sanctuary 13.5k...
- Page 26 USER GUIDE Inverter Technical Specifications Model #50170167 Sanctuary 8k Product Type Hybrid Inverter / Charger Enclosure IP65 Ambient Temperature 32º to 86º F Weight 70 lbs. Dimensions 26.8” H x 18.5” W x 9.3” D Compliance UL1741, UL9540, UL1699 Charge Mode Battery Voltage 48VDC (40V - 60V) Battery Current...
- Page 27 USER GUIDE Off-Grid Mode AC Output Voltage 208 / 240VAC (120VAC) AC Output Frequency 60Hz AC Output Rated Current 33.4AAC AC Output Rated Power 8000W Peak Output Power 16000W 10 Seconds Battery discharge Voltage 40V - 60VDC Max Discharge Current 190ADC Max PV Input Voltage 370VDC (100VDC-500VDC)
- Page 28 Return Materials Agreement (RMA) will be issued by Lion Energy. Proof of purchase must be provided to Lion Energy. The repairs or replacement will be determined by Lion Energy. Returns must be approved in advanced by Lion Energy. Shipment costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. All returns are subject to a 30% restocking fees.
- Page 29 USER GUIDE Notes...
- Page 30 Our mission is to provide portable power products that are safe, silent and renewable so you can use them wherever and whenever you want. Lion Energy products produce no carbon footprint during use, emit no greenhouse gases and cause no damage to the environment. They are safe enough to use anywhere, including indoors.
- Page 31 USER GUIDE Safari ME™ Plus Kit The Safari ME Plus™ Kit provides portable power for your work and play anytime, anywhere. Power anything you can plug into a standard wall outlet and recharge the ME by using solar panels or AC power. You can link multiple panels together and it comes with a 25’...
- Page 32 Warranty Information Inverter Serial Number: Battery #1 Serial Number: Battery #2 Serial Number: Battery #3 Serial Number: Purchase Date: 385.375.8191 info@lionenergy.com 735 S. Auto Mall Drive Suite 200 Monday - Friday American Fork, Utah www.lionenergy.com 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST @lionenergy 84003...
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