Installation - enphase IQ Gateway M Quick Install Manual

INSTALLATION

1 Choose a location for the IQ Gateway M
A ) Install the IQ Gateway M near the switchboard and consider the
length of the CT leads (4 meters) when choosing the location.
B ) Install the IQ Gateway M in a protected dry space. If outdoors, install
the IQ Gateway M in an IP54-rated, or better, enclosure with the
conduit attachment. Use an appropriately rated enclosure if hard
wiring the IQ Gateway M indoors.
NOTE: Metallic enclosures may impair Wi-Fi signal strength.
C ) Mount the IQ Gateway M horizontally using the included DIN rail.
Wire the IQ Gateway M for power and metering
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For this step, refer to the wiring instruction sheet for your region.
Energize the IQ Gateway M
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A ) Close the terminal block door, and secure it with the screw.
B ) Turn on the circuit feeding the IQ Gateway M.
C ) All four LEDs flash red during boot-up (approximately 2 minutes).
When boot-up is complete, the Device communications LED
lights solid red, indicating that devices are not yet detected.
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Launch the Enphase Installer App and start the
system activation
A ) Launch the Enphase Installer App. To create an activation for a new
system, tap the plus button on the bottom right corner of the screen.
B ) Tap System Details to enter the required information.
C ) Complete the system activation in the Enphase Installer App by filling
in the details.
The "System created successfully" message will display at the
bottom of your screen, and system details will now appear as
complete.
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Adding devices and array to the system
This step is used to enter the unique serial numbers of all on-site devices.
You should enter the serial number by scanning the barcode/QR code.
A ) Tap Devices and Array on the home page.
B ) Add the total number of devices to be installed in your system.
C ) Scan device serial numbers through the bar code or QR code in
respective device sections.
In addition to using your device's camera to scan serial numbers, you
can enter the serial numbers manually. Manual entry should be used
only when you cannot scan any device's bar code or QR code.
D ) After scanning microinverters, you can use Array Builder to assign
your scanned microinverters to an array or build an array manually.
This step can be completed post-commissioning as well.
6 Setting the tariff details (optional)
This step is used to enter the electricity rate structure of the utility.
A ) Tap Tariff & Storage Configuration on the home page.
B ) Subsequently, tap the Tariff Editor to enter the electricity import
or export rate. Ensure the device is connected to the internet to
complete this step.
IQ Gateway M connectivity
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This step is used to establish/monitor IQ Gateway M connectivity to
the Enphase Cloud and Enphase Installer App. You can also update the
IQ Gateway M in this step if it is needed for successful commissioning.
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A ) Tap IQ Gateway Connectivity on the installer home page.
B ) If the IQ Gateway M and the Enphase Installer App (or the phone
icon) are not connected, perform the following steps:
- On the IQ Gateway M, press the AP mode button (first button from
the left) for one second. The LED will light solid green.
- Go to your phone's settings and connect to IQ Gateway M's Wi-Fi
network.
- Return to the Enphase Installer App "IQ Gateway Connectivity" page
and connect.
C ) If the IQ Gateway M and Enphase Cloud (or the cloud icon) are not
connected, perform the following steps:
- The IQ Gateway M can connect to the Enphase Cloud through
Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
- If Wi-Fi is selected, enter the username and password for the
Home/Office Wi-Fi.
- If connecting using Ethernet, plug the cable into the IQ Gateway M.
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Provisioning the devices
To provision your devices, the Enphase Installer App should be connect-
ed to IQ Gateway M via AP mode, as described in the IQ Gateway M
Connectivity section.
A ) If a green checkmark displays between the IQ Gateway M and
Enphase Installer App, tap START PROVISIONING DEVICES. The
"Provisioning Devices" screen displays the steps executed by the
Enphase Installer App. The Enphase Installer App verifies and
updates the grid profile in IQ Gateway M and provisions all the
connected devices.
B ) When provisioning is complete, tap DONE.
9 Verify meter configuration
The production meter can be configured as per the following steps:
A ) Tap Meter Configuration to start configuring the consumption and
production meter.
B ) Subsequently, tap Production Meter to start configuring production
meters. A pop-up notification appears asking you to follow the meter
wizard to verify your CT configuration. Select Yes to proceed.
C ) Tap Enable production meter to finish the configuration of the
production meter.
The consumption meter can be configured as per the following steps:
A ) Tap Meter Configuration to start the configuring consumption and
production meter.
B ) Subsequently, tap Consumption Meter to start configuring pro-
duction meters. A pop-up notification asks you to follow the meter
wizard to verify your CT configuration. Tap Yes to proceed.
C ) Tap Enable consumption meter to finish the configuration of the
consumption meter.
Send summary report and complete Homeowner
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walkthrough
This step is used to enter the unique serial numbers of all on-site devices.
It is recommended that you enter the serial number by scanning the
barcode/QR code.
A ) Tap Summary on the Enphase Installer App home page. The system
report is displayed on the screen, which consists of a list of devices,
their serial numbers, their last reports, and information about the grid
profile applied to the devices.
B ) Tap SHARE in the top right corner to share the report as needed.
C ) Open Homeowner walkthrough and discuss all listed points with
the homeowner. You can also show the homeowner the videos
embedded in the links for a better experience.