1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AC INPUT DATA 120/240VAC; 120/208VAC (L1/L2/N required) NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE 50/60Hz FREQUENCY 12000W MAX. AC INPUT POWER >5000W MIN. GENERATOR SIZE 80A | 80A MAX. GEN | GRID PASSTHROUGH CURRENT AC GRID OUTPUT DATA 33.3A@240VAC | 38.5A @208VAC MAX.
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Surge Protection Device, integrated PV disconnect STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS UL1741 SB CSA C22.2#107.1:2016 CSA C22.2#330:2017 ED 1 HECO SRD-IEEE-1547.1:2020 ED 2 RAPID SHUT DOWN (RSD) NEC 2020:690.12 FCC PART 15, CLASS B (PENDING) *See EG4 Warranty Registration for terms and conditions...
2. SAFETY 2.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS International safety regulations have been strictly observed in the design and testing of the inverter. Before beginning any work, carefully read all safety instructions, and always observe them when working on or with the inverter. The installation must follow all applicable national or local standards and regulations.
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During operation, only the LCD and buttons should be touched. DISCLAIMER EG4 reserves the right to make changes to the material herein at any time without notice. Please refer to www.eg4electronics.com...
3. PV CONNECTION 3.1 CONNECTING PV TO THE INVERTER Consult with an installer to ensure that appropriate cable sizing is used due to various factors such as voltage drop and Voc. PV CABLE SIZE MINIMUM INSULATOR VOLTAGE 10 AWG – 6AWG (Max) (6 mm –...
FOR ALL MODULES, THE CALCULATIONS NEED TO BE PERFORMED OR VERIFIED BY USING A STRING CALCULATOR AND CONSULTING A PROFESSIONAL. CAUTION: To determine how many modules are ideal per string; first verify the lowest possible ambient temperature of the installation location. Next, find the rated Voc, Vmp, Isc and Imp of the solar module at 25ºC and the temperature coefficients for voltage and power.
Please see the diagram below for PV terminal labeling. 3.2 BATTERY CONNECTION The EG4 12kPV can utilize either lithium or lead-acid batteries. There is a combination of settings that need to be changed depending on the battery type. (See the battery user manual for more information.)
3.2.1 BATTERY CABLE CONNECTION Follow the steps below to properly connect the battery cables. Step 1: Place all breakers in the open (off) position before connecting or disconnecting wires. Ensure that there is no voltage present by using a voltmeter. Step 2: Assemble the battery ring terminal based on recommended battery cable and terminal size (see table below).
3.2.2 LITHIUM BATTERY COMMUNICATIONS Upon successful installation of the batteries, follow the next steps to enable closed-loop communications (with compatible battery modules) between batteries and inverter. 1. Connect either the CAN or RS485 (depending on make/model of battery) communications cable between inverter and battery. See diagram below. 2.
3.3.1 STEPS FOR AC CONNECTION Please follow the steps outlined below to ensure proper AC Input/Output connections. Step 1: Before installation of any wiring, please ensure all breakers are open (off) before making any connections. Use a multimeter to confirm the AC Input lines (L1, L2 and neutral) are not energized. Step 2: Strip off 5/16-3/8 in.
3.3.2 CURRENT TRANSFORMER (CT) CONNECTION To measure the power imported from and exported to the grid, a pair of CTs or one three-phase meter must be installed at the service entry point in or near the main service panel. Two CTs are provided with each inverter.
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Line 1 - Black Line 2 – Red Neutral – White (Grey in image) CT Comms Cable - Blue Once the CTs are clamped on the AC Input Lines, connect the CT communications cable (RJ45) to the port on the inverter. NOTE: The CTs must be installed in or near the Main Service Panel for accurate readings.
3.4 WORKING WITH A GENERATOR 3.4.1 GENERATOR SYSTEM CONNECTION The 12kPV can utilize a minimum 5kW (≥12kW recommended) generator for backup power in the case of grid failure. When sizing generators to provide adequate power and optimal frequency, the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of the generator must be <3%.
N-BUS GEN port terminal. 3.5 GENERATOR START AND STOP SETTINGS Using the EG4 Monitoring Software, go to the “Maintenance” page where “Remote Set” will be selected automatically. Scroll down to the “Charge Setting”/”Generator Charge” section and select the “Generator Charge Type”...
Generator Start Conditions: The generator will start when utility fails and one of the following conditions are met: The battery is discharged to the cut-off setting or • There is a force charge request from battery or • • The battery voltage or SOC is lower than the ‘Generator Charge Start Battery Volt/SOC’...
3.7.2 PARALLEL CONFIGURATION Important notices for parallel system: If utilizing the Generator input (GEN), ensure that the generator is connected to all inverters in • parallel. If it is not possible to evenly divide solar strings per inverter, it is recommended to have more PV •...
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