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- Page 1 User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Battery enclosure ..........................12 5.3.3 Framing ............................. 12 5.4 Backup mode ..................12 5.4.1 Backup Generators ..........................13 5.5 Monitoring with the solarZero app ..............14 5.5.1 Energy flow ............................14 5.5.2 Total electricity use ..........................14 5.5.3 Solar versus Grid usage ........................15 5.5.4... -
Page 3: Contact Information
The Fault indicator LED will light up if an earth fault is present. This indicates potential danger. Do not touch any conductive materials. Turn off all the DC isolators (these are insulated) and notify solarcity immediately. If there is an indication of fire, you should immediately call the fire service. -
Page 4: Start-Up And Shutdown Procedures
DC switchbox Battery box System shutdown procedure In the AC switchbox: Turn off the EMU supply switch, the grid supply switch and the backup supply switch Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019... - Page 5 In the DC switchbox: Turn off the inverter-integrated DC switch Turn off the PV DC isolator(s) Turn off battery DC switch Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019...
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Page 6: System Start-Up Procedure
System start-up procedure Turn on battery DC isolator and press the battery on switch Turn on the PV DC isolator(s) Turn on the inverter-integrated DC switch Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019... - Page 7 In the AC switchbox: Turn on the EMU supply switch, the grid supply switch and the backup supply switch In the solarZero switchboard: Switch all switches into the ON position Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual...
- Page 8 Router: Make sure the small microTIK router is connected to your internet router vie Ethernet cable and powered on: Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019...
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Page 9: Introduction To The Solar System
Why solarcity? solarcity is in business for a purpose: to help create a cleaner world and a sustainable energy future for New Zealand. Our aim is to revolutionise the energy market and make a big difference in the fight against climate change. -
Page 10: Solar Panels
If no light is shining on the panels (for example at night, or under shaded conditions), then no power will be produced. Figure 2: Solar panel Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019... -
Page 11: Battery Enclosure
5.3.2 Battery enclosure Your solarZero battery enclosure contains the hybrid inverter, the battery module and switchgear to interconnect the electrical components. It also hosts the communication device of the system. 5.3.2.1 Hybrid inverter The solar panels generate direct current (DC) electricity. The hybrid inverter uses that power to charge the battery or converts it to 230V alternating current (AC) electricity for use in your home. -
Page 12: Backup Generators
The generator should always be completely isolated from the inverter. If you have a backup generator, or wish to install one, then please contact solarcity to discuss options. If you fail to do so, any damage to your equipment, or ours, is your responsibility. -
Page 13: Monitoring With The Solarzero App
Monitoring with the solarZero app The solarZero app consists of a set of simply to navigate screens to monitor the power flows in your household. 5.5.1 Energy flow This animated screen shows four icons, representing the solar panels, the battery, the loads in your home and the electricity grid. Lines appear and disappear depending on an existing power flow and the moving dots along the lines indicate the flow direction of the energy. -
Page 14: Solar Versus Grid Usage
This next screen shows the amount of solar energy that has been used directly by your home. The balance is what has been exported to the grid. You can select day, month or year. Figure 8: Solar use – Day, Month, Year Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019... -
Page 15: System Performance
SoC – State of Charge. This value represents the amount of electric energy stored in your battery in relation to the • maximum energy that can be stored in the battery. The value ranges from 0% to 100% Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019... - Page 16 Figure 10: Detal view – Day, Month Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup – User Manual Version UM1142-PV-BT-v1.0 © solarcity 2019...
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Page 17: System Information And Support
• Running status – Current status of the battery The Support screen displays the solarcity phone number that you can call if you have any questons or if you are experiencing any issues with the product. Figure 11: System information and support Grid Tied PV System with Battery Backup –... -
Page 18: Getting The Most Out Of The Solar System
See the maintenance section below for more information on cleaning. MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM solarcity agrees to repair the system under the terms of the Limited Warranty. The new solar system will, under normal circumstances, operate without any intervention. For ongoing optimal performance, a few simple actions can be taken to ensure that the system continues to perform safely, efficiently and has a long operating life. -
Page 19: System Performance
In the unlikely event that you notice an issue with the system and have not yet been contacted by solarcity, please contact us on 0800 11 66 55 or systemissue@solarcity.co.nz. - Page 20 This limited warranty does not cover the customer for any lost power production, or fault, as a consequence of someone other than solarcity, or its agents, servicing, repairing, removing or re-installing the system, or for any breach by you of this Agreement, including denial of access, failure to clear the system of shading vegetation, or wilful or negligent damage to the system, or a failure to keep the system free of debris.
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