enphase IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Manual

enphase IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Manual

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IQ System Controller 2
Quick Install Guide
M ODE L N UMBE RS-
E P2 0 0G 101- M 240US 01
E P2 0 0G - S C2- RS D-K IT
E P2 0 0G - S C2- RS D-BR K -K IT
V E R SI O N 11.0
APR I L 2023
IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide
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  • Page 1 E P2 0 0G - S C2- RS D-K IT E P2 0 0G - S C2- RS D-BR K -K IT V E R SI O N 11.0 APR I L 2023 IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 2 The IQ System Controller 2 connects the home to grid power, the IQ Battery storage system, and solar PV. It provides microgrid interconnection device (MID) functionality by automatically detecting and seamlessly transitioning the home energy system from grid power to backup power in the event of a grid failure.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Close and energize IQ System Controller 2 Tools/additional items required Safety Section A Mounting the product Plan a location for the IQ System Controller 2 Step 1: Minimum clearance Step 2: Install the mounting bracket Step 3: Open the dead front Section B...
  • Page 4 Additional wiring and components are required when integrating generators. Refer to the Generator integration page for technical briefs and guides This figure shows the system configuration. For wiring https:/ /enphase.com/installers/storage/generator. details, see the “wiring” section. IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 5 Additional wiring and components are required when integrating generators. Refer to the Generator integration page for technical briefs and guides This figure shows the system configuration. For wiring https:/ /enphase.com/installers/storage/generator. details, see the “wiring” section. IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 6: Partial Home Backup

    This is the preferred configuration for partial home backup using only IQ8 PV i.e., Sunlight Backup. The generator or IQ Battery can be integrated with IQ System Controller 2 based on the homeowner’s needs. It is recommended that installers use two IQ Load Controllers for load shedding to ensure seamless back up of essential loads using IQ8 Microinverters.
  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    Includes EP200G-SC2-RSD-KIT, three Eaton BR220B breakers for either IQ System Controller 2 or IQ Combiner, two BR240B breakers and one BR260 breaker for EP200G-SC2-RSD-BRK-KIT IQ System Controller 2, two X-IQ-NA-HD-125A hold-down kits for IQ Combiner, and two EP200G-NA-HD-200A hold-down kits for IQ System Controller 2. Accessory kit...
  • Page 8: Tools/Additional Items Required

    #10, 1/4" or 5/16" lag bolts or screw 3" long (depending Provided by installer on attaching wall) - for each wall-mount bracket *2 Eaton BR240B, 1 Eaton BR260, and 3 Eaton BR220 included with EP200G-SC2-RSD-BRK-KIT. IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 9: Section A

    Plan a location for the IQ System Controller 2 • IQ System Controller 2 is NEMA type 3R rated and can be mounted both indoors and outdoors. Install the unit where it is not exposed to direct rainfall. • Install this product where cables from PV/IQ Combiner, grid, and IQ Battery are easily accessible and can be terminated at the IQ System Controller 2.
  • Page 10: Step 1: Minimum Clearance

    Follow all local standards and regulations related to the mounting of an IQ System Controller 2. 6 i n 6 i n 6 i n 3 6 i 1 9 . 7 9 . 7 IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 11: Step 2: Install The Mounting Bracket

    IQ System Controller 2 until you ensure that the IQ System Controller 2 is fully seated on the wall-mount bracket shelf. • The IQ System Controller 2 weighs 39.4 kg (87 lbs) and will require two people to lift the unit. •...
  • Page 12: Step 3: Open The Dead Front

    Section A - Mounting the product Step 3: Open the dead front Before removing the dead front, ensure the IQ System Controller 2 is completely de-energized. Risk of equipment damage. Do not wire the IQ System Controller 2 when it is energized.
  • Page 13: Section B

    Mounting the breakers Internal view of IQ System Controller 2 The following figure shows the IQ System Controller 2 after the dead front is removed. It comes with an inbuilt neutral forming transformer, microgrid interconnection device, automatic transfer switch, and a panel board to mount plug-in type breakers.
  • Page 14: Wiring For Service Entrance

    Main/Service Disconnect Suitable for use as Service Equipment Main/Service Disconnect Suitable for use as Service Equipment Label If the IQ System Controller 2 is NOT used as service entrance equipment: • Remove the system bonding jumper wire Magnified view IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 15: Install Main And Backup Breakers

    35.4 lb.in Hex nut from lugs to be reused for breakers Torx - T20 Torx - T20 13.3 lb.in 13.3 lb.in Screw part of Screw part of Eaton breaker kit Eaton breaker kit IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 16: Breakers For Iq8 Systems Without Generator

    Section B - Mounting the breakers Breakers for IQ8 Systems without generator The IQ System Controller 2 comes pre-installed with a 40 A breaker for the neutral forming transformer (NFT). When a generator is not installed, the NFT breaker should not be removed.
  • Page 17: Breakers For Iq8 Systems With Generator

    Section B - Mounting the breakers Breakers for IQ8 Systems with generator IQ System Controller 2 allows for generator integration with the Enphase Energy Systems. The breaker on the bottom right slot of the panel board can be sized and used to integrate the generator.
  • Page 18: Breakers For Non Iq8 Systems

    Section B - Mounting the breakers Breakers for non IQ8 Systems The IQ System Controller 2 comes pre-installed with a 40 A breaker for the neutral forming transformer (NFT). When a generator is not installed, the NFT breaker should not be removed.
  • Page 19: Section C

    Be sure to reseal unused conduit entry holes with sealing plugs. Main supply conductors may enter the IQ System Controller 2 from the bottom or the bottom-left side. Backup load conductors may enter the IQ System Controller 2 from the bottom or bottom-right side.
  • Page 20: Der Wiring

    5/16"-24 UNF AW G TO R Q U E ( L B . I N ) 10-14 14-10 Neutral and ground bar – small holes 10-14 #10-32 UNF Neutral lugs 300 kcmil-6 3/8" IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 21: Aux Wiring: System Shutdown Switch

    Shutdown Switch Aux wiring 1: System Shutdown Switch wiring (compliance requirement) The IQ System Controller 2 meets UL1741 PV RSE and NEC rapid shutdown requirements for IQ8 Microinverters. The System Shutdown Switch is the rapid shutdown initiator. The System Shutdown Switch ensures a single point of initiation per NEC 2020.
  • Page 22: Aux Wiring: Iq Load Controller

    IQ Load Controller to be installed on the site. For detailed wiring instructions, refer to the IQ Load Controller QIG. Note: Control lines to headers support 28 AWG and 16 AWG wire gauges. IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 23: Aux Wiring: Generator Control

    Section C - Wiring Aux wiring: Generator control An auto-start generator can be integrated with the Enphase Energy • For 2-wire autostart generators, wire the System without the need for any external automatic transfer switch generator I/O port in IQ System Controller 2 (ATS).
  • Page 24: Main/Supply Side Wiring

    TO R Q U E ( L B . I N ) Main lug 300 kcmil-1 1/4" 1/0-3 Neutral and ground bar – large holes 5/16"-24 UNF 10-14 Neutral and ground bar – small holes 10-14 #10-32 UNF 3/8" Neutral lugs 300 kcmil-6 IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 25: Backup Loads Wiring

    TO R Q U E ( L B . I N ) 1/4" Backup lug 300 kcmil-1 1/0-3 Neutral and ground bar – large holes 5/16"-24 UNF 10-14 Neutral and ground bar – small holes 10-14 #10-32 UNF Neutral lugs 300 kcmil-6 3/8" IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 26: Ct Wiring

    MEAS CAT III OVC III PD, B • Any system with generator integration OVC II For PCS setup, refer to the Enphase Installer App. Blue White Blue White Consumption CTs are placed on L1 and L2 main wiring to IQ System Controller 2.
  • Page 27: Close And Energize Iq System Controller

    CLOSE breakers in the following order: IQ Batteries, and generator into the terminal lugs at the bottom of the IQ System Controller 2 load center on the left. Main breaker Do not connect the AC wires directly to the breakers.
  • Page 28: Safety

    Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This guide contains important instructions that you must follow during the installation and maintenance of the IQ System Controller 2. Failing to follow any of these instructions may void the warranty (enphase.com/warranty). In Case of Fire or Other Emergency WARNING: Risk of equipment damage.
  • Page 29 R E V I S I O N D AT E D E S C R I P T I O N 140-00236-11 April 2023 Editorial updates were made throughout the document for Sunlight Backup installation guidelines Previous releases IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 30 Installer notes IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 31 Installer notes IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...
  • Page 32 IQSC-2-IG-0051-11-EN-US-2023-04-26 © 2023 Enphase Energy. All rights reserved. Enphase, the e and CC logos, IQ, and certain other marks listed at https:/ /enphase.com/trademark-usage-guidelines are trademarks of Enphase Energy, Inc. in the US and other countries. Data subject to change. IQ System Controller 2 Quick Install Guide...

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