Communication z This Quick Guide contains important installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for LYCAN 5000 Power Box. Please read the Quick Guide carefully before using. z Illustrations in the Quick Guide are for reference only. z For more detailed instructions, please refer to the user manual at renogy.com.
Product Overview Part Part Solar Inverter Charger Display Viewing Window (Including Indicators and Buttons) Solar Input Circuit Breaker 1 Bluetooth Module Solar Input Circuit Breaker 2 AC Output Circuit Breaker (20A) Battery Circuit Breaker AC Output Circuit Breaker (30A) Surge Protection Device AC Input Circuit Breaker (20A) Front Door Locks AC Outlet (30A)
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Product Overview Part Part Solar Connector 1 Grounding Hole Gray Anderson 120 Connector Solar Connector 2 (Including Dust Cover) RJ45 Jack (Including Waterproof Handle Bar (Pre-Installed) Housing) Back Door Locks Vent Cover Handle Bar (Installation Required) Swivel Casters z Please inspect the unit for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities before installation.
Installation Required Tools and Accessories Phillips Screwdriver Wrench (10mm) Wrench (12mm) Grounding Cable (#2) z Make sure that the Handle Bar is installed firmly on LYCAN. z Allow at least 1 foot of space behind the Vent Cover for efficient heat dissipation. z Install LYCAN at ground level on a flat surface.
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Installation AC/INV CHARGE FAULT DOWN SOLAR 1 SOLAR 2 BATTERY SURCE PROTECTION AC OUTPUT 20A AC OUTPUT 30A AC INPUT BLUETOOTH POWER BT-2 LINK Bluetooth Module Lift LYCAN from the skid with Release the Pedal Brakes Engage the Pedal Brakes two people.
LYCAN might not be operating properly and needs troubleshooting if the following occurs. Please refer to the user manuals of relevant products at renogy.com for troubleshooting instructions. z 48V 3500W Solar Inverter Charger: The Solar Inverter Charger Display does not turn on, or the Solar Inverter Charger FAULT Indicator lights up/ flashes red.
If the 20A outlet is not available, please plug the Power Cable to a 15A outlet with a NEMA 5-20R to NEMA 5-15P plug adapter (not included) and adjust the maximum AC input current of the solar inverter charger to 15A. Refer to the user manual of LYCAN at renogy.com for more instructions.
Please close the Viewing Window and tighten the captive screws after completing the steps above. z Press the Solar Inverter Charger UP and DOWN Buttons to turn the page and view detailed charging status. Please refer to the user manual of 48V 3500W Solar Inverter Charger at renogy.com for more instructions. Solar Charging Solar...
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Press the Solar Inverter Charger UP and DOWN Buttons to turn the page and view detailed charging status. Please refer to the user manual of 48V 3500W Solar Inverter Charger at renogy.com for more instructions. z Additional protection devices including DC ground fault circuit interrupters, DC arc fault circuit interrupters, and rapid shutdown devices (not included) may be required to comply with the local, state, and federal regulations for solar systems.
Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup LYCAN can power appliances at temporary sites, in permanent off-grid homes, and during emergencies with Power Strips, AC Load Centers, and Transfer Switches respectively. Please refer to the corresponding instructions based on actual applications. z Please fully charge LYCAN prior to first use.
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Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup The Solar Inverter Charger Powered by Bypass AC Powered by Batteries AC/INV Indicator lights up yellow when the appliances INPUT INPUT are powered by bypass AC. BYPASS The Solar Inverter Charger 100% 100% AC/INV Indicator flashes...
Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup Off-Grid Living Recommended Accessories *AC Load Center and AC *NEMA TT-30P to Bare Wire Circuit Breakers Adapter Cable z For a safe and reliable installation, it is recommended that the installation be carried out by a trained and licensed electrician.
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Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup 4.2.4 4.2.5 4.2.6 Plug the Adapter Cable into Replace the cover to the Loosen the captive screws to the 30A AC Outlet of the AC Load Center. Push the open the Viewing Window. LYCAN.
Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup Emergency Backup Recommended Accessories *Reliance Controls 306A Pro/ *NEMA TT-30P to Tran 2 Manual Transfer Switch NEMA L14-30R Adapter Cable z For a safe and reliable installation, it is recommended that the METER 1 installation be carried out METER 2...
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Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup z Connect the Transfer Switch to 120VAC circuits in the AC load center ONLY. z The current ratings of the AC circuit breakers in the Transfer Switch shall not exceed the current ratings of the corresponding AC branch circuit breakers in the AC load center.
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Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup METER 1 METER 2 METER 2 METER 1 LINE LINE LINE LINE 4.3.10 4.3.11 Connect the 30A AC Outlet of LYCAN to the power inlet of the Twist the receptacle end of the Transfer Switch with the Adapter Cable (sold separately).
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Powering Appliances Temporary Power Supply Off-Grid Living Emergency Backup z The Manual Transfer Switch requires the selected circuits to be manually switched from grid to LYCAN during an emergency. If LYCAN is to be operated as an uninterruptible pow er supply (UPS), please use an automatic transfer switch instead.
Please scan the QR code on the last page of the Quick Guide to download the DC Home app. INFORMATION For more information, please visit www.renogy.com c please ensure that your changer is lithium lron phosphate compatible before use.
Turning Off Disconnect solar and AC inputs from LYCAN. Open the Front Door Locks Locate the switch on the bottom of Push the switches on all the with the included Keys the solar inverter charger. Turn the circuit breakers down. and rotate the wing knobs switch to the OFF position (O).
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Turning Off Front Door Lock and Back Door Lock after turning LYCAN off. z If LYCAN is not going to be used for a long time, and neither solar nor AC power are available to keep LYCAN topped off, please turn LYCAN off to prevent the batteries from overdischarging.
Connecting other brands or models of batteries to LYCAN can damage LYCAN and/or the Batteries. z Please read the user manual of 48V 50Ah Smart Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery at renogy.com carefully before connecting additional Batteries to LYCAN. z DO NOT connect more than 6 Batteries to LYCAN.
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Capacity Expansion Connect the positive and negative terminals of the first Battery to Install the included RJ45 Plug LYCAN with the Adapter Cable (not included). Waterproof Housing on one end of a Ethernet Cable. Connect the UP communication port of the first Battery to the RJ45 Jack of LYCAN with the Ethernet Cable.
Maintenance Fan Operation Inspection Storage Fan Operation z Clean the fans regularly. The accumulation of debris and dust can block the fans and affect the heat dissipation of LYCAN. z The parameters of thermostat have been preset. No additional parameter setting is The fans are located at the The thermostat is located next required.
Charge LYCAN at least once every 3 months to prevent it from overdischarging. z Fully charge LYCAN when it is taken out of storage. z Keep the keys properly. If the keys are lost, please visit renogy.com for help.
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