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Fox PowerQ Energy Storage System Quick Installa�on Guide Issue: V1.0b Date: 2024-04-01 FOXESS CO., LTD.
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5. The cable colors involved in this document are for reference only. Select cables in accordance with local cable specifica�ons. 6. Fox PowerQ Energy Storage System has passed UL9540A unit level tes�ng, suitable fo residen�al indoor flooring installa�on Tes�ng Laboratory Name: CSA GROUP...
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Quick WARNING: THIS SENSOR IS Installa�on PART OF A POWER CONTROL SYSTEM. DO NOT REMOVE. Guide DESC DESC Cube Inverter Flat-head Screw Current Transformer Side Cover (1*100A, 2*250A ) Smart WiLAN/Smart 4GWiLAN Base (Op�onal) Set Screw E-STOP Label (stuck near the CTs) Fixing Bracket Sleeve Expansion Bolt Cable S�cker...
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Required Tools Insula�ng Safety Dust Mask Steel Toe Helmet Gloves Goggles Boots Phillips-Head Flat-Head Wire Stripper Electric Drill Adjustable Screwdriver Screwdriver Wrench Hole Punch Tape Sleeve Level Hex Wrench Phone Mul�meter DANGER: Special care must be taken to protect personal safety. PPE must be worn during transfer and installa�on.
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Installa�on Steps 3.1 Installa�on Environment Shelter Shelter Shelter 3.2 Installa�on Space ≥11.8in (300mm) Recommended Recommended 12in.(300mm) 12in.(300mm) 8in.(200mm) 8in.(200mm) 3.2 Installa�on Steps ① ② Ground 20mm The base needs to be more than 20mm against the wall.
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⑪ ⑨ ⑩ System Wiring Diagram 4.1 Whole-home Backup Whole-home Backup (DC Couple) Power Cable Communica�on Cable Backup Main Panel Backup Loads Grid PV Panel Grid CT U�lity Fox PowerQ...
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Whole-home Backup (AC Couple) Power Cable Communica�on Cable Backup Loads Backup Solar PV Panel Main Panel Inverter Solar CT Grid Fox PowerQ Grid CT U�lity 4.2 Par�al-home Backup Par�al-home Backup (DC Couple) Power Cable Communica�on Cable Backup Subpanel Backup Loads Grid...
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Par�al-home Backup (AC Couple) Power Cable Communica�on Cable Backup Loads Backup Solar PV Panel Subpanel Solar CT Inverter Grid Fox PowerQ Main Panel Grid CT U�lity Non-backup Loads...
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System Wiring Steps 5.1 Power Cable Wiring The PV Panels Connec�ons to the Fox PowerQ · Turn off the DC switch before connec�on. 3/16’’ 10 AWG 3/16’’ 10 AWG To PV Panels AC-BACKUP AC-GRID WIFI/4G If there are ≤ 3 PV strings, 3 PV strings are preferen�ally connected to terminals 1A+, 1A-, 2+, 2-, 3+, 3-.
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The U�lity Connec�ons to the Fox PowerQ · 3/4’’ 3/4’’ 6 AWG 6 AWG 3/4’’ 3/4’’ 6 AWG 6 AWG Whole-home Backup ① AC-BACKUP AC-GRID To U�lity WIFI/4G ② Par�al-home Backup To Main Panel Fox PowerQ...
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The Backup Loads Connec�ons to the Fox PowerQ · 3/4’’ 3/4’’ 6 AWG 6 AWG 3/4’’ 3/4’’ 6 AWG 6 AWG Whole-home Backup ① AC-BACKUP To Main Panel AC-GRID ② Par�al-home Backup WIFI/4G To Subpanel Fox PowerQ...
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Grid CT Wiring · Grid CTs U�lity Main Panel Fox PowerQ Blue White Blue White AC-BACKUP Fox PowerQ AC-GRID WIFI/4G NOTE: The grid CTs are installed in the main panel or Fox PowerQ. Please refer to SLD for CTs loca�on.
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Solar CT Wiring (Op�onal) · Solar CT Solar Inverter Main Panel/Subpanel Blue White AC-BACKUP Fox PowerQ AC-GRID WIFI/4G NOTE: The solar CT is installed in main panel or subpanel. Please refer to SLD for CTs loca�on.
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5.3 E-STOP Wiring E-STOP AC-BACKUP AC-GRID WIFI/4G Fox PowerQ Step 1: remove the jumper on the P5 socket. Step 2: connect the P5 socket to the E-STOP. NOTE: Do not remove the jumper at the P5 socket if E-STOP is not used.
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In case you need to turn off the system, please refer to the following steps: 1. Turn off the PV SWITCH, BAT SWITCH, and AC breakers. 2. Wait 5 minutes before you open the side cover of the Fox PowerQ (in case of repair).
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Commissioning Step 1: Search for FoxCloud US and download the app. Or, scan the QR code to download the app. A�er the app is installed, the FoxCloud US icon is displayed on the home screen. FoxCloud US Step 2: WiFi Configura�on ·...
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Scan the QR code on the Smart WiLAN or the Smart 4GWiLAN, or enter the SN ② code, and then tap “confirm”. Input the house router WiFi’s informa�on. 4G & LAN · If using 4G or LAN, there is no need for network configura�on. Light indica�on on the Smart WiLAN &...
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Step 4: The installer signs in to bind the client’s PowerQ. Scan the QR code or manu- ally enter the PowerQ SN on the PowerQ. Step 5: Check system performance via the end user’s account.
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Step 6: Use the checklist below to make sure the necessary items are completed. Item Necessary or Op�onal Status (√ if completed) 1. Time Zone Necessary Necessary 2. Energy Mode Op�onal 3. Zero Back-feed Op�onal (Only needed when selling to countries 4.
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Item 3: Set the zero back-feed via the installer’s account. 60UC1130 ② ③ 60UC1130 ① Item 4: Set the grid code via the installer’s account. 60UC1130 ② ③ ④ Select “Shutdown” ⑤ Select your own country 60UC1130 ①...
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Item 5: Set the solar inverter power via the installer’s account (Exis�ng inverter only). 60UC1130 ② ③ 60UC1130 ① Item 6: Set the charge by grid value via the installer’s account. 60UC1130 ② ③ ④ 60UC1130 ① V1.0b 10-500-20234-00...
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