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- Page 1 Evolve Hub A Installation Manual For use with the Evolve ESS & Evolve LFP energy storage systems DO70008Rev1...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions for the Evolve™ Hub as part of a complete home energy storage system. The Evolve Hub is a peripheral of the battery system, and is compatible with the Evolve ESS and Evolve LFP models. CAUTION: Hazardous Voltages! This product contains hazardous voltage and energy that may be lethal.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ...................................2 1.1 A – ......................2 BOUT THIS MANUAL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS 1.2 G ................................2 LOSSARY 1.3 I ........................2 NITIAL NSPECTION OF ATERIAL 1.4 S & H ..........................3 PECIAL OOLS ARDWARE 1.5 F ............................3 UNCTIONAL VERVIEW 1.5.1 Grid Connected Solar plus Storage ............................ -
Page 4: Introduction
Light Emitting Diode State of Health (Battery) 1.3 Initial Inspection of Material List (x2) The system components supplied with your Eguana Evolve™ Hub are shown below. Each component should be inspected (x3) visually for any damage that may have been caused by shipment. -
Page 5: Special Tools & Hardware
1.4 Special Tools & Hardware In addition to the standard tools required for enclosure mounting, the following tools should be readily available to complete the installation. • Drill and hole saw kit • RJ-45 crimp tool and RJ-45 connectors • Wall mounting hardware. -
Page 6: Backup Solar Plus Storage
Note: The Evolve Hub is not suitable for use in applications where the electric utility prohibits PV power export to the grid. For non-export applications, consult your Eguana dealer for alternate EMS panel solutions. 1.5.4 Circuit and system sizing for 100 / 125 / 150 Amp electrical panels Line side tapping the main electrical panel is required for ESS installations where the electrical service rating is under 200 Amp. -
Page 7: Internal Component Overview
1.6 Internal Component Overview The Evolve Hub is equipped the following components as identified in the diagram below: E-Gear Energy Management Device unique UID & S/N Tag Controller (EMC) identifier tag EMS selector EMC-A 12V AGM Battery (EMC UPS) Evolve PCS com port AK1 Evolve Control signal... -
Page 8: Installation Planning
2 Installation Planning Before installing the Evolve Hub, read all instructions and warnings in this manual. The Evolve Hub can be installed in an indoor and outdoor non-corrosive environment (not marine environment). Wall mounting hardware is not included. CAUTION! All electrical installation work should be performed in accordance with local building and electrical codes. WARNING! Isolate the Evolve Hub from all energy sources prior to electrical installation by means of disconnects, breakers or connectors. -
Page 9: Installation Conduit Plan - Power And Communication Circuits
2.2 Installation conduit plan – power and communication circuits The following example outlines the conduit plan for power and communication circuits for a complete solar plus storage system using the Evolve Hub and the Evolve ESS. (String PV inverter shown – replace with equivalent AC combined micro- inverter output, where applicable). -
Page 10: Sld - Ac Coupled Pv System With Back-Up Power Operation
2.3 SLD - AC Coupled PV System with Back-up Power Operation The single line diagram shown below is a representation of a typical installation configured for utility interactive and back- up power operation, with AC coupled PV connected to a backup panel. This drawing is a guideline only and is not a substitute for a code compliant installation. -
Page 11: Installation Instructions
It is strongly recommended that these cables are pulled in conduit prior to the power cables. CAUTION! Do not install cables if any wires appear damaged or are not terminated improperly. Contact your Eguana distributor for support. 4.1 EMC Cable Connection Terminate the EMC CAT 5 patch cable in the RJ-45 port as shown. -
Page 12: Ac Power Connections
4.3 AC Power Connections All AC power connections to L1, L2, and Neutral are terminated with a hinged pressure clamp connector. Observe the connector termination instructions for the clamp connector as shown in figure 15. Recommended strip length is 18 mm (11/16”). -
Page 13: Main Electrical Panel Connection
4.3.2 Main Electrical Panel Connection Route “AC Grid” L1, L2, Neutral, and Ground to a dedicated 2-pole backfeed rated breaker in the main electrical panel. L1 L2 N To main panel Figure 17: Main panel connection. 4.3.3 Backup Panel Connection Route “AC Load”... -
Page 14: Ct Connections
4.4 CT Connections IMPORTANT! The energy management system relies on the correct CT orientation for each of the measured loads, PV, and ESS. Follow these instructions with care. Note: the positive signal wire is white and the negative signal wire is black for all CT models. -
Page 15: Operation
5 Operation The EMC inside the Evolve hub is commissioned using a web browser. Refer to the EMC Administration and Commissioning Guide for complete instructions on setup for the Evolve battery sytem. The operation instructions within this manual are limited to the power up and commissioning test sequence of the Evolve Hub only. -
Page 16: Permission To Operate Checklist
Measure AC voltage at the load (backup panel connection) port. (L1-N, L2-N) Figure 18 Test the Evolve Hub automatic bypass switch: (start with AK1 relay connected). Figure 14 Switch Evolve Hub breaker at the main panel to the off position. Switch the feeder breaker of the backup panel to the off position. -
Page 17: Technical Data
Installation type Wall-mount (upright) Enclosure material Halogen free, self extinguishing fiberglass reinforced polyester For use only with Eguana Evolve ESS & LFP energy storage systems 8.2 Wire and torque ratings Use solid copper only, 90 °C or higher rating PCS (AC) -
Page 18: Appendix A: Electrical Block Diagram Of Internal Components
Appendix A: Electrical Block Diagram of Internal Components The following reference diagram outlines the internal wiring of the Evolve Hub EMS-A model. Reference Title Notes 801003652 Voltage Sense Cable 120VAC L1 to N power meter reference 801003644 Backup Battery Cable 12V AGM battery power 801003650 EMS-A 12V-24V Power Cable... -
Page 19: Appendix B: Multi-Mode Transfer / Bypass Relay Operation
Appendix B: Multi-mode transfer / bypass relay operation The Evolve Hub and Evolve PCS within the Evolve line of energy storage systems provides fully automated multi-mode operation, including utility interactive and backup (off-grid) operating modes. The diagram below highlights the three main relay controls used to transfer the backup panel supply source and island the Evolve PCS to a micro-grid during a grid outage. -
Page 20: K1: Pcs Islanding Relay
K1: PCS islanding relay This relay operates as the IEEE1547 islanding relay for grid interactive disturbances (self-clearing), as well as internal and/or system faults (critical, service mode: non-clearing). Fail-safe: Critical failure of the K1 relay will prevent operation of the PCS, but will allow the backup panel to be supplied by the main panel via the Evolve Hub. - Page 21 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...
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