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— I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N UA L ReliaHome™ Smart Panel Outdoor ABBHEM2N3R • Avoid upsizing electrical service • Fully integrated solutions • Increase home battery run time • Efficient installation • NEMA 3R outdoor rated unit...
— Table of contents Introduction Warnings Read before use System design considerations Installation Configuration and account setup Troubleshooting and repairs Operational information Product specifications Limited warranty for ABB ReliaHome smart panel Radio frequency statement...
R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L — Introduction Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of the ABB ReliaHome™ Smart Panel. The ABB ReliaHome™ Smart Panel (ABBHEM2N3R) is a standalone product that extends the capability of an existing circuit breaker panel (or “electrical panel”) by providing measurement and remote control of up to twelve single-pole circuits or six dual-pole circuits in a home or building.
W A R N I N G S — Warnings Danger: hazardous voltages present during installation and servicing that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Precautions and qualifications required. Refer to the following page. Peligro: voltajes peligrosos presentes durante la instalación y el mantenimiento que, si no se evitan, podrían provocar la muerte o lesiones graves.
In addition to • ABB offers (2) whole-house surge protectors, specific instructions accompanied by THQLSURGE2 and THOMESURGE. These can be the symbol throughout this booklet and...
ABBHEM2N3R conductors if needed. For voltage • The ABBHEM2N3R does not replace the need for drop calculations, assume ABBHEM2N3R standard circuit breakers. The ABB smart panel conductors add 15 one-way-feet to does not provide overcurrent protection, ground the circuit.
• 1 pair of 200A current transformers (Contact Smart Panel Support for a second pair when backfed solar PV is present) Note: Additional items include an antenna, installation hardware, ABB Identifier Sticker Sheet, Current Limiting Label, and an smart panel Circuit Label & CT Table.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N Required Materials (Not Included) Note: Additional supplies may be required depending on the existing electrical panel installation. A dual-pole breaker of 15 to 20 amps may be • Wire splice connectors required to power the ABBHEM2N3R.
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R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L Required Tools • Drill • Stud-finder (optional) •...
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Hardware installation overview Hardware installation steps • Step 1: Turn off main feed and remove Step 1: Turn off Main Breaker and remove electrical electrical panel cover panel cover. • Step 2: Knock out or punch one hole for 2” Tools: Screwdriver.
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R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L Step 2: Knock out or punch one hole for 2” Step 3: Determine mounting position relative to conduit fit.
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Step 4: Measure and mark hole locations Step 5: Secure mounting brackets to wall. for mounting. Tools: Drill, stud-finder (optional), screws (x4), Tools: Tape measure, marker, stud-finder and washers (x4). (optional), and level (optional). — — Location of Mounting Holes Marking hole locations and Slots (Black Arrows) using brackets...
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R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L Step 6: Attach ABBHEM2N3R antenna and guide Step 7: Secure smart panel to wall/bracket and smart panel wire whip into electrical panel.
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Tools: Screwdriver and pliers (optional). EGC to ground bar Warning: High voltage. Ensure main Note: For purposes of ABB installation, breaker is off. Main service lines are the top row of breakers will always be always live. Ground wire must be classified as “A”.
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(split phase). Mark the breaker with a clearly identifying label (ex. “ABB Smart Panel Power”). If using a GFCI breaker, ensure that the smart panel neutral is connected to the breaker and the breaker neutral is terminated on the neutral bar.
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Step 12: Connect smart panel wire labeled “line 1# Step 13: Connect smart panel wire labeled “line 1# breaker” to circuit breaker. load” to load. Tools: Screwdriver and wire stripper. Tools: Wire stripper and wire splice connector. Line 1 Load Line 1 Load wire Breaker...
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R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L Step 14: Record circuit name and breaker row (A/B) Step 15: Repeat steps 11-14 until all smart panel with corresponding smart panel line number.
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ABB Leg “A”. (ABBHEM1CT) which is available for purchase from ABB and only used when solar is backfed into the If the panel includes a main circuit breaker, note electrical panel as shown below. When auxiliary CTs that the main breaker may contain crossover are not used, the unused “aux”...
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Step 18: Test for crossover before Current Transformer placement. Tools: Multimeter. REMINDER: In an ABB installation, the top* row of breakers in an electrical panel is always designated “A”. Whichever conductor supplies breaker Row A will be designated “Line A.”...
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Step 20: Record the placement of Current Step 21: For installations that will include Off- Transformers. Grid Manager: Connect the Grid Detection Circuit (GDC) to the grid side of an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) or Microgrid Interconnect Device Breaker Breaker (MID).
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Certified Installer training. Changes to this setting can only be entered locally, while connected to the same network as the ABB ReliaHome™ Smart Panel. Complete the rest of the current limiting label, including the list of controlled loads/circuits connected to the ABB ReliaHome™...
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Step 24: Apply labels For Panel Guard Step 25: Energize the electrical panel installations and turn on the smart panel Tools: Screwdriver Main Power breaker Switch Current Limiting Label — Apply Labels Where Indicated Warning: Electrical codes may require Note: Ensure the smart panel power additional labeling.
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R E L I A H O M E S M A R T PA N E L I N S TA L L AT I O N M A N U A L Step 26: Reinstall and secure smart panel cover Warning: For all outdoor installations, operating the smart panel with the Tools: Screwdriver...
WiFi connection and is not affected by replacing Knowledge Base the router or resetting the WiFi password. 3. Download the ABB mobile app (electrification.us.abb.com/products/load- centers-meter-combos-accessories/reliahome- smart-panel). In the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, search for “ReliaHome Smart Panel App”.
ABB. Toujours débrancher panel. Case-specific authorization and instruction l'alimentation électrique avant will be provided by ABB if applicable. Do not open d'effectuer des réparations. cover or attempt repairs otherwise – even with breakers off hazardous voltages may be present.
Load Breaker 40 A per Line × 6 Lines and Ratings at 60-70 °C 15 A per Line × 6 Lines Only 1 ABB Smart Panel per electrical panel for service Single Pole (1 Line) and Additional Units upsize avoidance...
National Electrical Code (NEC). What Does This Warranty Not Cover? state to state. ABB warrants that during the war- ranty period, the product will be free from defects in This limited warranty does not cover any damage materials and workmanship.
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Please contact Smart Panel Support at tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the +1-888-421-0616, Monday-Friday 9AM to 6PM EST above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. or email support@reliahome.abb.com to obtain a Return Material Authorization number (RMA) and return material policy.
R A D I O F R E Q U E N C Y S TAT E M E N T — Radio frequency statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules below, with the maximum and with Innovation, Science and Economic permissible gain indicated.
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