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Scan the QR code for the latest Install guide M ODE L I QB AT TER Y-5P-1P-R O W V E R SI O N 6. 0 M A R C H 2024 To exchange with ROW barcode IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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The IQ Battery 5P complies with Anti-Islanding requirements as per AS4777.2, and the method used is VAR injection with frequency bias. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Prepare to install IQ Battery 5P on the bottom mounting bracket Installation of Anchor Clip Section C Wiring Install conduit and field wiring Control (CTRL) wiring between system components Cable routing and closing the wiring cover IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
NOTE: The Enphase IQ Battery 5P system requires an internet NOTE: The rated energy capacity of the IQ Battery 5P is 5.0 kWh. connection through the IQ Gateway in the IQ System Controller. Failure to maintain an internet connection may have an impact on Install the PV system and the IQ System Controller as directed by...
IQ Battery 5P Before you unbox IQ Battery 5P, check the “Energize By” label on Do not lift the IQ Battery 5P using microinverters or the the shipping box to verify that the IQ Battery(ies) will be installed by plastic behind the microinverters. This may damage the unit the date shown.
IQ System Controller supports up to a maximum of 80 A breakers for IQ Battery 5P connection circuit. • The maximum conductor size for IQ Battery 5P is 25 mm , and the maximum breaker rating with this Max 4 conductor size is 80 A. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
The mounting instructions that follow are for the included wall-mount If mounted in the path of a motor vehicle, Enphase bracket only. If you wish to install IQ Battery 5P in a floor-mount recommends a minimum mounting height of 91 cm (36 in) configuration, order the pedestal accessory (B05-PM-0550-O) and above the floor.
8 mm D IMEN SI O N DE SC RI PT IO N REC OMM EN DED M INIM U M IQ System Controller and IQ Battery 5P 84.2 mm wall-mount bracket horizontal spacing IQ System Controller bottom to IQ...
NOTE: If the variation of the flatness is more than 2 mm, the battery might not properly sit on the bottom mounting bracket through keyholes. Use spacers if the variation is more than 2 mm. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Section A - Mounting the product Step 3: Install the bottom mounting bracket and the top shield The bottom mounting bracket carries the weight of IQ Battery 5P, and • Use a minimum of two M6 in screws for single stud mounting the top shield covers the back of the IQ Battery 5P.
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Depending on the type of installation wall, choose the instructions stated on the template. Multiple risks. Make sure not to drill into or attach to electric wiring or pipes in the wall. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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450 mm The bottom mounting bracket can accommodate a slight offset in stud positioning with respect to the battery unit with pre-drilled holes/ slots, as shown in the image. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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NOTE: The top shield is not a structural part and need not always be the ground contact flange. mounted to the studs. It can be fastened to the supporting wall with the pre-drilled holes if the studs are not aligned. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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Finally, fully tighten the grounding screws (torque to 1.5 N m). NOTE: Use an electric drive; do not use impact drives/impact drills while tightening the grounding screws. Unistrut For mounting on multiple vertical studs with 600 mm stud spacing, use unistrut. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Lift IQ Battery 5P from the packaging using the handles, and make sure the battery’s front side is facing toward you. Do not lift the IQ Battery 5P using microinverters or the plastic behind the microinverters. This may damage the unit permanently.
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Only left back conduit* Only right back conduit* * One-side conduit configuration is supported only if the system has one IQ Battery 5P or for the unit last in the daisy chain farthest from the IQ System Controller. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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25 mm . The ground terminal can accept a maximum cable size of 6 mm NOTE: Drill the appropriate cutout before mounting the unit on the wall. Not doing so will void the warranty IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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NOTE: Use lift assist to avoid any mishap during lifting. To remove the installation handles, pull the plunger outward to unlock them. Then, slide the handle down and pull it away from the unit to remove it. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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Vents or drain holes The vent or drain holes provided at the back of the unit serve the dual purpose of natural ventilation and condensation drainage. Blocking these holes can affect the functionality of the product. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
IQ Battery 5P to the wall. Slide the Anchor Clip downwards until the top surface of the clip coincides with the top surface of the IQ Battery 5P backplate. This ensures no obstructions during the IQ Battery 5P cover installation. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
When installing a single IQ Battery 5P unit, insert the conduit in the cutouts drilled in the previous step. NOTE: When upgrading an IQ Battery 5P site with a new unit, disconnect B1 and B2 (DC connectors) on the adjacent IQ Battery 5P (units).
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NOTE: The colours shown for field cables are only for representation purpose. Follow local regulations for field wiring identification standards. From IQ Battery 5P unit or IQ System Controller IQ System Controller or IQ Battery 5P unit CTRL Ground IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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NOTE: Drain wire should be terminated only at one drain connector while the other drain connector shall remain unconnected within each IQ Battery 5P. NOTE: CTRL connectors (C1/C2) are identical and can be used interchangeably for IN and OUT connections. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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Twisted pair 1 – White Screw terminal 3 CTRL G Twisted pair TWO – Black/Blue Twisted pair 2 – Black Screw terminal 4 (DO NOT USE) Twisted pair TWO – White (trimmed) Twisted pair 2 – White (trimmed) IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Section C - Wiring Control (CTRL) wiring between system components Control wiring guidance for the Enphase Energy System: • The drain wire should only be terminated on one end of the control wiring between system components. Refer to the following wiring sequences to understand the position of the header with termination resistor, wiring order, and drain wire •...
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IQ System Controller 3 INT IQ System Controller 3 INT → IQ Battery(s) 5P • Last IQ Battery 5P in the battery daisy chain • First IQ Battery 5P in the battery daisy chain IQ Battery(s) 5P → IQ System Controller 3 INT •...
Make sure the IQ Battery 5P unit that is farthest from IQ System Controller has a cutout only on one side, and all If the voltage is within the range as required by local codes, other sides are covered. turn off the AC power supply. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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NOTE: There are two variants of the control switch available in IQ Battery 5P. The control switch cable is secured to the wiring cover using cable ties. Select the control switch available at the site based on the following images and cut the cable ties on the wiring cover to access the control switch cable. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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Fasten the 11 captive screws at the wiring cover as shown. Use an electric drive; do not use impact drives/impact drills. Refer to the red caution label on the unit for the torque value. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
IQ Battery 5P chassis. Peel off this sticker before installing the ID cover. NOTE: Ensure the serial number label on the ID cover matches that on the heatsink before assembling the ID cover. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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(torque to 3.1 N m) to comply with EMI & EMC to the backplate. requirements. NOTE: The screw is accessible at an angle to the wall. NOTE: Use an electric drive; do not use impact drives/impact drills. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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If the conduit hub is not installed, then the conduit cover should ON and cannot be commissioned. be installed to cover the opening in the IQ Battery 5P cover on the other side. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Remove the conduit covers from both sides of the Remove the two M5 ID cover grounding screws, which are IQ Battery 5P cover. used to affix the cover to the extension backplate. NOTE: Use an electric drive; do not use impact drives/impact drills. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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Unlock the top plastic cover from the ribs, as shown in step 4. Make sure the cover is slightly inclined after this step. Pull the cover off in the indicated direction. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Ensure not to touch or damage the EMI metal gaskets while removing the clips. EMI metal gaskets are delicate and need to be handled carefully. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
Use the Enphase Installer App to commission the IQ Battery(ies). Peel off the sticker after the functional test is complete. Once connected to the IQ Gateway, refer to the Enphase Installer App help topics for more information. NOTE: As stated in the section planning considerations for South Africa, for installations, at least one IQ Battery 10Z is a MUST for system activation and operations.
After the IQ Battery 5P is booted up, the LED becomes blue or green, depending on the charge level. If the LED flashes yellow after one hour or changes to a flashing red state, contact Enphase Support at enphase.com/contact/support. S TAT E...
Operation Operating mode and set points IQ Battery 5P supports multiple storage interactive system modes based on usage. In the Enphase App, go to Menu > Settings > Profile. Select one of three battery modes: • Self-Consumption (default, no setting change required) •...
Ensure the DC switch is in the OFF position using the following steps: • If the IQ Battery 5P LED is OFF, the DC switch is in the OFF position, and the IQ Battery 5P is in shutdown mode. •...
If an odor is obvious, proceed to the following steps: DANGER: Risk of fire. If the IQ Battery(ies) generate smoke, remove AC power from the Enphase System and turn the DC control switch to the off DANGER: DO NOT TOUCH OR INGEST ANY LIQUID SUSPECTED TO BE BATTERY position so that charging/discharging stops.
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(enphase.com/warranty). WARNING: Risks of electric shock, energy hazard, and chemical hazard. Do not NOTE: When replacing Enphase IQ Battery(ies), you must replace it with an disassemble. IQ Battery(ies) of the same type with the same AC current rating. WARNING: Risk of equipment damage. During use, storage, transport, or NOTE: When disconnected and stored, no automatic charge of the battery installation, always keep the IQ Battery(ies) in an upright position.
General editorial updates. Added drill template and Anchor Clip. Added “Control (CTRL) Wiring between system components” section. Updated images 140-00278-03 May 2023 (minimum clearance, mounting the bottom mounting bracket, and ID cover). Previous releases. IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide...
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