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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Table of Contents Notes on this Manual ........................3 1.1. Scope of Validity ........................3 1.2. Target Group ..........................3 Safety ............................3 2.1. Important Safety Instructions ....................3 2.2.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 1. Notes on this Manual 1.1. Scope of Validity This manual must be referenced together with the Encore Three Phase Inverter installation and operation. It provides detail important for the assembly, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of the product.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Warning! Ensure input DC voltage ≤Max. allowed DC voltage. • Overvoltage may cause permanent damage to the inverter or other losses, • which will not be included in the warranty!
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 WARNING! Over-voltage protection with surge arresters should be provided the PV power system is installed. When The grid connected inverter is not fitted with SPDs in both PV input...
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 The end-use application shall monitor the protective conductor using the Residual Current Operated Protective Device (RCD) with rated fault current Ifn≤240mA which automatically disconnects the device in case of a fault. The device is intended to connect to a PV generator with a capacitance limit of about 700nf.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 As batteries may contain potential electric shock and short-circuit current danger, to avoid accidents the following warnings should be observed during battery replacement: 1. Do not wear watches, rings, or similar metallic items.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Dangerous due There is residual voltage existing in the inverter after power off, to high voltage. which needs 5 min to discharge. • Wait 5 min before you open the upper lid or the DC lid.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 3. Introduction 3.1. Basic Features The Encore 12K and 15K three phase inverter series is a high-quality inverter range that can: Convert solar energy to AC energy, • Store solar energy in batteries •...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Note! Please control the home loads, and make sure it’s within the “EPS output rating” under • EPS mode, otherwise the inverter will Shut down with an “overload fault” warning.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 2.When PV, Battery is available (the grid is disconnected): OPERATING MODE:2A A. Solar energy provides power to the loads as first priority, if solar energy is sufficient to power all connected loads, solar INVERTER energy will provide power to charge the battery.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Operating Mode: Time of Use Scheduling (load shift) 1. When PV, Grid, and Battery are available: OPERATING MODE:1A A. During battery charge time, solar power will charge the GRID battery as first priority.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 2. When only the Grid and Battery are available (not available): OPERATING MODE:2A GRID INVERTER The grid will supply power to the load and charge the battery at the same time.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 BAT- Battery negative input UPDATE Upgrading software ports Demand Response Mode presently unavailable Connect to CT (current transformer) signal line interface DRY IO dry contact BMS communication to Battery CAN communication ①...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 5. Installation 5.1. Check for Physical Damage Make sure the inverter is intact during transportation. If there is any visible damage, such as cracks, please contact the manufacturer or installer immediately.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Under good ventilation condition. • The ambient temperature in the range of -20℃ to +60℃. • The slope of the wall should be within ± 5°. •...
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 1.2 Drill holes with driller, make sure the holes are deep enough (at least 60mm) to support the inverter. 1.3 Install the expansion tubes in the holes and tighten them. Then install the wall bracket with the expansion screws.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6. Electrical Connection 6.1. PV connection The Encore Three Phase inverter can be connected in series with 2-strings PV modules for 6KW,8KW,10KW,15KW. Select PV modules with excellent function and reliable quality. Open-circuit voltage of module arrays connected in series should be Less than Max.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Connection Steps: Step 1. Checking PV module. 1.1 Use voltmeter to measure module array voltage. 1.2 Check the PV+ and PV- from the PV string combiner box correctly.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6.2. Grid Connection Encore Three Phase series inverter are designed for single phase grid. Voltage is 220/230/240V, frequency is 50/60Hz. Other technical requests should comply with the requirement of the local public grid.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Step3. Make AC wires. 3.1 Choose the appropriate wire (Cable size: refer to Table 4). 3.2 Reserve about 60mm of conductor material sectional area. 3.3 Remove 10mm of insulation from the end of wire.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6.3. Backup (EPS) Connection Encore Three Phase inverter has on and off grid function, the inverter will deliver output power through AC input port when the grid is on, and it will deliver output power through Backup ports when the grid is on or off.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Step2. Connect the AC connector to the EPS port of the inverter with a slotted screwdriver. The arrow (top) is backup1, the arrow (bottom) is backup2, Step1...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Below table shows some common feasible loads for your reference. 6.4. Battery Connection The charging and discharging system of an Encore Three Phase inverter is designed for a high-voltage lithium battery.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Battery connection diagram BMS PIN Definition Communication interface between inverter and battery is RS485 or CAN with a RJ45 connector. CAN Definition X X BMS_CANH BMS_CANL Rs485 Definition X GND BMS_485A BMS_485B When using RS485 protocol, please note that PIN2 must be disconnected.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Power Connection Steps: Step 1. Choose the 10mm wire and strip the cable to 15mm. Step2. Remove waterproof cover plate. Step3. Disassemble the waterproof connector and pass the cable through the waterproof connector.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6.5. CT Connection and Phase instruction CT is used for monitoring the power usage for entire house, at the meantime, inverter will also need the data from Meter to achieve the Export Control Function.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 CT Connection Steps: Step1. Disassembly of waterproof connectors and waterproof covers. Step1. The seal is used for waterproofing. Please make sure it has been kept back. Step2. Prepare a communication cable (without sheath) and pass the cable through the waterproof connector.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6.6. Demand Response Mode (DRM) Connection DRM is provided to support several demand response modes by emitting control signals as below. Note: Only PIN6(DRM0) is available presently, and other PIN functions are being developed.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Step4 6.7. WiFi Connection Inverter provides a WIFI port which can collect data from inverter and transmit it to monitoring-website by WIFI. 6.7. 1: Diagram WiFi Connection Steps: Step1.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 6.7.2 Diagram WiFi Connection WiFi Connection Port 6.8. Inverter Operation Start inverter after checking all below steps: Ensure that the inverter is fixed to the wall. ...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 Step2. If it is the first time starting up, refer to section 7 (“Setting”) for setting the required parameters. Step3. Setup WiFi according to WiFi user manual.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 7.2. Instructions for LED Indicator Grid Alarm Fault (Green) (Green) (Yellow) (Red) Initialization off off off off Stand-by off off off off Grid mode off Off-Grid off...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 7.3. Instructions for the use of three modes P a g e 35 | 41...
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 For example, before selecting the mode, you can set it up according to the local power grid, PV input mode and battery type. P a g e...
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 8. LCD Operation LCD Interface 8.1.1 Error information Interface Description Numbers represent error codes and text is error information. ERROR NO. Refer to Chapter 9 for contents.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 8.1.4 System setting3 Interface Description EPS ENABLE:When the Grid and PV are powered off, Enable the SYSTEM2 EPS battery to supply power to the load, default option is enable.
Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 8.1.8 Battery interface Interface Description Battery real-time voltage BATTERY VOLT: 0.0V Battery real-time current CURR: 0.0A STA: C D F STA: Battery status C: Indicates that the battery is rechargeable (From the BMS)
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 (1) Check if the grid voltage is above the minimum allowed gird low vol level. (2) Restart the inverter and wait until it functions normally. (3) Contact customer service if error warning continues.
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Freedom Won Three Phase Encore 12K and Encore 15K Inverter Manual Version 0 (1) Stop current flow to or from battery and wait for the bat over temp battery to cool down, restart after an hour. (2) Contact customer service if error warning continues.
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