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How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro User Manual...
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How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro Entry type: FAQ, Entry ID: 10220703, Entry date: 21/10/2022...
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2. 240 Volts EP500Pro Backup System 3. Accessories 3.1 Transfer switch 3.2 BLUETTI 30A AC charging cable 3.3 BLUETTI EP500Pro split-phase output cable (purchase from BLUETTI: https://www.bluettipower.com) 3.4 BLUETTI EP500Pro 30A split-phase AC charging cable 3.5 Communication cable for split-phase function 3.6 NEMA L14-30R socket...
1. 120 Volts EP500Pro Backup System • EP500Pro's Machine Type is set to "Single Phase" by default. DO NOT change this setting if you are operating a single EP500Pro. • To build the backup system, you need the following: Accessories Qty.
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Essential Load Refer to the diagram below for proper installation of EP500Pro backup system. Essential Load How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
It is highly recommended to “balance the load” between the two phases of transfer switch, that’s to say, do not connect high-wattage appliances centrally to a single EP500Pro. How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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Essential Load How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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Step 3: Connect the two EP500Pro units via the communication cable. Step 4: Turn on either EP500Pro unit. Step 5: Go to “Settings” and tap “Next”. How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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• Machine Type: Select Split Phase Step 7: Select the “Master” in the Machine Address pop up. Step 8: Turn on the other EP500Pro. Repeat step 5 and 6 to set its machine type to “Split phase”. How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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• Disconnect the AC charging cables from EP500Pro units before connecting to the transfer switch. • The split phase system can be controlled ONLY on the “Master” set. • If one of the EP500Pro units is out of power, the split phase system fails automatically. NOTE: •...
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AC input ports of the EP500Pro units. The AC input ports should be connected to L1/N/PE and L2/N/PE, respectively. The current capacity of AC input plug shall be ≥ 30A. How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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Warning! DO NOT charge EP500 Pro with standard AC charging cable in the split phase system, as this may cause damage to the batteries inside and invalidate your warranty. L: Live wire N: Neutral wire How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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EP500Pro 30A split-phase AC charging cable simultaneously. (AC input only through the EP500Pro 30A split-phase AC charging cable but not the standard AC Essential Load How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
Recommendation: Reliance Controls 310A PRO/TRAN 2 transfer switch. https://www.bluettipower.com/ or https://www.amazon.com/30-Amp-10-Circuit-Manual-Transfer-Optional/dp/ B00YHLCMHM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39Q2LGVYX2BK6&keywords=310A&qid=1666357623&q u=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=31 0a%2Caps%2C299&sr=8-1 3.2 BLUETTI 30A AC charging cable Please buy it from BLUETTI official store. https://www.bluettipower.com/products/ac300-30a-ac-charging- cable?variant=42518515876059 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
3.3 BLUETTI EP500Pro split-phase output cable(purchase from BLUETTI: https://www.bluettipower.com) 3.4 BLUETTI EP500Pro 30A split-phase AC charging cable Please buy it from BLUETTI official store. https://www.bluettipower.com/products/30a-ac-charging-cable-for-split -phase-function How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
Please buy it from BLUETTI official store. https://www.bluettipower.com/products/communication-cable-for-split -phase-function 3.6 NEMA L14-30R socket For charging the 240V EP500Pro split phase system. Recommendation: Journeyman-Pro HJP 2710 NEMA L14-30R socket. https://www.amazon.com/Journeyman-Pro-Receptacle-Industrial-Grounding- Generator/dp/B07P8CGH52/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1WRMKA4V397S&keywords=l14-30r+rece ptacle&qid=1657944329&s=hi&sprefix=%2Ctools%2C405&sr=1-7 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
3.7 NEMA L14-30 extension cord If you want to get 10 FT NEMA L14 extension cord , the referenced purchase address as following https://www.amazon.com/VOGREX-Generator-Extension-L14-30P-L14-30R/dp/ B099R9YWT8/ref=sr_1_2?crid=N3G3QLMF57TD&keywords=nema%2Bl14%2Bextensio n&qid=1658719628&sprefix=name%2Bl14%2Bextention%2Caps%2C249&sr=8-2&th=1 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
NOTE : If there are two solar panel arrays with a total open circuit voltage of 12-150V, you also need two 2P 16A DC circuit breakers. Circuit breaker: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GR32KCT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_ b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Protection box: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S75TV3V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_ asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
3.9 Solar extension cable Recommendation: iGreely 12 AWG solar extension cable https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08KZNTYP5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_ s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
HULSUYBBRY86 4.2 How to install Reliance Controls ProTran2 - Part2, Mounting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNbBHVHgw0Y&list=PLpYCE0n7d22iDNwpVnO F9HULSUYBBRY86&index=2 4.3 How to install Reliance Controls ProTran2 - Part3, Wiring https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKruj9BpZM8&list=PLpYCE0n7d22iDNwpVnOF9 HULSUYBBRY86&index=3 How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
The Power Inlet Box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0M8sYRhEVPY&list=PLpYCE0n7d22iDNwpVnOF 9HULSUYBBRY86&index=5 4.6 How to install dd Controls ProTran2 - Part6, How To Operate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4GA9AK8Tmo&list=PLpYCE0n7d22iDNwpVnO F9HULSUYBBRY86&index=6 5. More information: Website: www.bluettipower.com Email: service@bluettipower.com How to build a partial home backup system with EP500Pro (Only for US standard)
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