Installation Sop Checklist - EcoFlow Smart Home Panel Installation Manual

5. Installation SOP Checklist

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Before installation- Project information
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Determine the installation location. The Smart Home Panel is rated to IP20, therefore,
it needs to be installed away from direct sunlight, rain, snow and moisture.
2
Determine the distance between the SHP and main electrical panel.
Determine if there is a split-phase or double pole load (240V/200V or MWBC, USA
and Japan only) that needs to be connected to the SHP. Channel 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 AC input
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should be connected on the same phase (phase a), whereas Channel 2, 4, 6, 8, 10
AC input should be connected on the opposite phase (phase b) when using the split-
phase function. Mismatched phases will result in an error condition and SHP will not
function properly.
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Confirm the number of loads to be connected to SHP. You can connect up to 10 single
pole load circuits, or up to 5 double pole load circuits.
Determine whether the upstream circuit breakers of the selected loads require AFCI
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or GFCI protection. This can be accomplished with an on-site inspection or photo or
video of the panel from the end user.
Determine and gather required materials. SHP can support up to 1 1/4-inch
conduit via five knockouts. Ensure that necessary adjustment factors (for number
of conductors) are accounted for and that wire ampacity is sized appropriately. For
longer runs it is recommended that you use separate conduits for the input and output
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wires. USA ONLY - For AFCI and GFCI breakers, an additional standard overcurrent
trip breaker is required. For circuits where AFCI protection is required, metal conduit
or whip to the SHP from the main panel is required to comply with NEC requirements.
An external AFCI enclosure (available from EcoFlow) to house AFCI breakers is also
required downstream of the SHP.
During installation - Circuit breaker and relay module
1
The current rating of relay module must match the upstream circuit breaker. Failure to
do so may cause overcurrent protection to fail.
2
The ampacity rating of wiring used should match the circuit current. Using an
undersized cable may cause overheating and even a fire.
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All upstream breakers should be non-GFCI/AFCI. Any AFCI/GFCI breakers need to be
moved downstream of the SHP using an optional accessory box.
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