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Summarization of Contents
Equipment Requirements
Temperature
Specifies operating and storage temperature ranges for components.
Clearance
Details minimum clearances required around equipment for proper operation.
Distance Between Components
Outlines maximum allowed conductor lengths between system components.
Maximum Elevation
Defines the maximum installation elevation for system components.
Installation Outline
GM Energy PowerShift Charger Only Install
Instructions for installing the Charger as a standalone unit.
GM Energy Home System, GM Energy V2H Bundle or GM Energy Storage Bundle Install
Steps for installing the full GM Energy Home System, V2H, or Storage Bundle.
Installations Involving a PowerBank
Guidance for installations that include the PowerBank component.
HUB CONFIGURATION AND ACCESSORIES
Installing the Hub as Main Service Equipment
Steps to configure the Hub as the main service entrance.
Installing the Hub Downstream of Main Service Panel
Optional Non-Backup Panel
Details on installing a non-backup panel integrated with the Hub.
Hub-Integrated Charger Non-Backup Panel
Instructions for installing a non-backup panel for the integrated charger.
Exterior Non-Backup Subpanel from Hub
Guidance on installing an external non-backup subpanel originating from the Hub.
Optional Second Energy Meter (for AC Solar Integration)
Instructions for installing a second energy meter for AC solar integration.
WIRE THE COMPONENTS
Wire the GM Energy PowerShift Charger
Detailed instructions for wiring the GM Energy PowerShift Charger.
Charger Only
Wiring steps for a standalone GM Energy PowerShift Charger installation.
Charger to Home Hub (non-backup panel)
Wiring the Charger to the Home Hub's non-backup panel.
Charger to Inverter
Wiring the Charger to the Inverter.
Set Charger Rating
Changing output current after initial setup
Procedure to adjust the Charger's output current after initial setup.
Wire the Inverter
Wire the Charger Connections
Instructions for connecting the Charger's wiring.
Wire the AC Output Connections
Details on wiring the AC output connections of the Inverter.
Wire the Low-Voltage DC Circuits
Instructions for wiring the low-voltage DC circuits.
Wire the Comm and Control Wires
Instructions for wiring communication and control wires.
Wire the Hub
Hub–Inverter Power Wire Connection
Steps to connect power wires between the Hub and Inverter.
Grid Power Wire Connection
Instructions for connecting the grid power wire to the Hub.
TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
Verify Electrical and Wiring Terminations
Verifying all electrical work, wiring, and terminations are correctly done.
Verify Communications and Low-Voltage Wiring
Checking all low-voltage conductors and communication cables for correctness.
Measure and Record System Details and Voltages
Measuring and recording system voltages and operational details.
Commissioning, Device Replacement, and Maintenance
Pre-Commissioning Systems Check
Performing checks before the main commissioning process begins.
SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
Select “Commission new device”
Initiating the process to commission a new device or system.
Under “Existing devices on site”: Select “None” if installing a new Charger or Home System.
Selecting 'None' when installing a new Charger or Home System.
Under “New devices to be commissioned”: select the appropriate hardware.
Selecting the correct hardware for new devices to be commissioned.
CHANGE or ADD DEVICE
Select “Change or Add device”
Option to select changing or adding a device to the system.
Select your scenario for changing a device or adding a device.
Choosing between changing an existing device or adding a new one.
MAINTENANCE
Select “Maintenance”
Accessing the maintenance menu for system checks and settings.
Select “EVSE” if viewing settings for an EVSE-only system.
Viewing EVSE settings for an EVSE-only system.
Select “MID” if viewing GM Energy V2H Bundle settings.
Viewing GM Energy V2H Bundle settings via the MID.
Select target device.
Selecting the specific device for maintenance operations.
Device info:
Connection Status:
Monitoring the connection status of devices and their internet connectivity.
System Status:
Monitoring real-time system values and event codes for connected devices.
PRE-PTO LEAVE STATE AND JOB CLOSEOUT
Pre-PTO Leave State
Leaving the system in a compliant state before official operation approval.
Standby Mode
Configuring the system in standby mode for remote activation.
Manual Disconnect
Disconnecting the system manually from the grid before activation.
APPENDIX B: DESIGN GUIDELINES
General System Design Guidelines
Guidelines for determining charger breaker size and load prioritization.
Third-Party Generator Compatibility
Flexible Source Backup
Configuration for generators downstream of the Hub for flexible backup.
Fixed Split Backup
Configuration for generators electrically separate from the GM Energy system.
APPENDIX D: ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
D.1 Electrical Diagram Examples and App PCS Settings
Examples of diagrams and app settings for CT and busbar configurations.
APPENDIX E: OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
E.1 De-Energize and Lockout/Tagout the System
Procedures for de-energizing and locking out system components before servicing.
E.2 Field-Replaceable Components
Guidance on troubleshooting and replacing field-replaceable components.
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