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  • Page 1 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide...
  • Page 2 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 1. Overview 2. F3800 Plus Portable Power Station 2.1 Product Overview 2.1.1 Overview 2.1.2 Environmental Requirements 2.1.3 Component List 2.2 Charging Your Power Station 2.2.1 Solar Panel Charging 2.2.1.1 Precautions 2.2.1.2 Connectivity...
  • Page 3 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.4.3 Manual Backup Power 3.4.4 Storm Guard 3.5 Installation Requirements and Guide 3.5.1 Installation Environment Requirements 3.5.2 Recommended Wiring Method 3.5.3 Installation Requirements 3.5.4 Power On Operation Guide 3.6 Reference Materials 4.

  • Page 4: Main Equipment

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 1. Overview Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus is a portable power station that can be used with Anker SOLIX Home Power Panel for home energy cycling or with the transfer switch for emergency backup power.

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    • The 6,000W AC output runs everything at home. For more power, add another F3800 Plus for 12,000W max AC output. • Pair with Anker SOLIX Home Power Kit to easily set up a home backup power system. Use not only for emergencies, but also every day to lower energy bills.
  • Page 6 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 2.1.3 Component List • A 3,840Wh, 6,000W portable power station with multiple ports for Anker SOLIX powering devices during outages or F3800 Plus outdoors. Portable Power Station • F3800 Plus needs to be charged before its first use to activate it.
  • Page 7 Please connect each port to a separate array. 2.2.1.2 Connectivity • For series connection, you can connect up to 4 solar panels to each solar input port. As an example, a compatible solar panel is Anker SOLIX 405W Rigid Solar Panel (31.18V/12.99A). Notes: •...
  • Page 8 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Parallel Connection: When connecting solar panels in parallel, the total current of two panels exceeds 17A per port, preventing efficient use of solar input power. Therefore, parallel connection is not recommended.
  • Page 9 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Supports a 2S2P (2 in series, 2 in parallel) configuration. For example, review this image showing Anker SOLIX 400W Portable Solar Panels (48V/8.3A). Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide...
  • Page 10 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 2.2.2 Connecting to a Wall Outlet (UPS Function) • F3800 Plus has three 120V UPS sockets. When connected to a wall outlet, the grid charges the battery and provides bypass power to the three 120V sockets.
  • Page 11 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide to F3800 Plus for power supply, with a switching time of approximately 50 ms. (Before shutting down the generator, ensure that you turn off the generator's AC output breaker first to achieve the fastest switching time. For detailed shutdown procedures, please refer to the generator's operation manual.)
  • Page 12 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Output Output Available Available 3,000W 6,000W Bypass Bypass The system The system Status 6 Yes (240V) switches switches No Output No Output to Status 4 to Status 4 when the...
  • Page 13 • Before connecting F3800 Plus and the generator, ensure that both devices are powered off. • Connect Anker SOLIX Generator Input Adapter to the HPP port of F3800 Plus. • Connect Generator Input Adapter to the generator's NEMA L14-30P port. If connected to a 120V generator, a TT-30 to L14-30R adapter is required before connecting to Generator Input Adapter.
  • Page 14 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • The F3800 Plus battery level must be maintained at 5% or above. • When connecting a third-party generator for the first time, you need to set the generator's running wattage and maximum recharging wattage in the app (We recommend setting the maximum recharging wattage to 80% of the running wattage).
  • Page 15 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 2.3 Charging Your Appliances 2.3.1 AC Output • AC Output Overload Capacity F3800 Plus AC Output Power F3800 Plus Overload Capacity • Output Load Rate < 105% - Long-Term Operation •...
  • Page 16 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • 120V/240V AC Output Auto-Shutdown The eight AC output sockets are controlled together and can be turned on or off by pressing the AC outlet button. If no device is detected and the power is less than 20W, the AC output will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.
  • Page 17 Solution • Plug a socket into one of the 120V smart sockets to prevent shutdown. • In the Anker app, go to the F3800 Plus settings page and turn off Smart AC Output Mode. This keeps the AC output on.
  • Page 18 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 2.3.2 EV Mode Charging • Usage: F3800 Plus is for emergency EV charging only, not for regular use. • Supported Ports: L14-30R, 6,000W max output (240V/25A). L14-30R AC Outlet Button ×...
  • Page 19 2.4.1 Download the Anker App You can remotely control your power station using the Anker app. Search and download the "Anker" app from the App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play (Android devices), or by scanning the QR code: 2.4.2 Bind the Device Register in the app and bind your device to remotely control.

  • Page 20: System Overview

    3. F3800 Plus Automatic Home Backup System (Smart Home Power Kit) 3.1 System Overview Smartly integrate Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus, the utility grid, and your rooftop solar system for maximum power efficiency and seamless backup. • When connected to the grid: •...

  • Page 21: Component List

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.2 Component list Product Name Check Item Details A 3,840Wh, 6,000W portable power station with multiple ports for powering devices during outages or outdoors. Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Note: When F3800 Plus is connected to...
  • Page 22 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Anker SOLIX Connect the generator with F3800 Plus Generator Input or Home Power Panel. Adapter 3.3 Function and Limitation 3.3.1 Backup function Smart Home Power Kit has a backup function. During a power outage, the third-party generator supplies power to the subpanel of Home Power Panel and provides excess power to F3800 Plus.
  • Page 23 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.3.2 On-Grid Operation Functions When on-grid, Home Power Panel integrates power from F3800 Plus, the utility grid, and the rooftop solar system to supply the home based on the selected mode.
  • Page 24 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Input current under 55A, Home Power Panel will operate as normal. • Input current between 55A and 75A, Home Power Panel will shut down after 2 minutes. • Input current between 75A and 100A, Home Power Panel Home Power Panel will shut down after 1 minute.
  • Page 25 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.3.3 Off-Grid Operation Functions Home Power Panel can be connected to a 240V third-party generator. In an off-grid state, when the generator is connected, the power supply to the subpanel switches from F3800 Plus to the generator with a switching time of 30 ms.

  • Page 26: Connecting Instructions

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Connecting instructions • Before connecting, make sure the breaker on the side of Home Power Panel that controls Generator Input Adapter and the generator's main power button are both turned off.

  • Page 27: Operating Modes Overview

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.3.4 Rooftop Solar System The Home Power Panel system is connected to a grid-tied solar inverter. During a power outage, grid-tied solar inverters must stop supplying power to the grid due to anti-islanding requirements.
  • Page 28 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.4.1 Self-Consumption Maximize the use of photovoltaic power and minimize the use of Features grid power. We recommend to choose Self-Consumption mode if photovoltaic Applicable power generation is high and daytime load is low. Use photovoltaic Scenarios power for loads and to charge the battery during the day.
  • Page 29 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Operating Principle App Schedule When and How to Use Details Settings • Grid Only: Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus can only discharge, not charge. It will discharge until the reserved power level...
  • Page 30 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Grid Only: Anker SOLIX Suitable for low-price periods, the F3800 Plus can only battery only charges and does not charge, not discharge. It discharge. The grid can charge the will charge to 100% or stop battery.
  • Page 31 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide High-price periods, battery discharges to Peak Peak supply power to the household. Choose Mid-Peak or Off- Peak: • If you need the battery to discharge even Mid-Peak or Off- when the SOC is below...
  • Page 32 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Setup Instructions Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide...

  • Page 33: Setup Instructions

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.4.3 Manual Backup Power Manual Backup Power: Implement emergency power storage and Applicable backup functions before a power outage occurs due to severe Scenarios weather. Set a time when you want your battery to quickly charge to 100%.
  • Page 34 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.4.4 Storm Guard After enabling this mode, if there is a power outage or disaster warning in the user's location, the system will switch to Storm Guard Applicable during the period before the disaster arrives and after it ends. Once...

  • Page 35: Installation Environment Requirements

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.5 Installation Requirements and Guide 3.5.1 Installation Environment Requirements • Environmental Requirements Do not expose the equipment to flammable or explosive gases or smoke. Do not operate the equipment in such environments.

  • Page 36: Installation Requirements

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.5.3 Installation Requirements WARNING: Confirm the wires inside the subpanel are properly connected. If not, the connection may cause electrical damage to the circuit. Ports of Home Power Panel and Transfer Switch...
  • Page 37 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 3.5.4 Power On Operation Guide 1. Pre-Power-On Check for Home Power Panel Before turning on the breaker in the main panel that supplies power to Home Power Panel, please confirm the following information:...
  • Page 38 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 2. Power on Home Power Panel. a. Turn on the breaker that supplies power to Home Power Panel in the main panel, supply power to Home Power Panel, and press the on/off button for 2 seconds to turn it on.

  • Page 39: Reference Materials

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Backup two-phase voltage is normal Steady backup light. when connected to grid. 3. Use the Anker app to connect to Home Power Panel. After the connection, the Bluetooth light remains on. Perform the self-test according to the app prompts: a.
  • Page 40 4. F3800 Plus Manual Backup System (Home Backup Kit) 4.1 System Overview The Home Backup Kit includes a transfer switch. F3800 Plus is connected to Anker SOLIX Transfer Switch and a third-party generator via Generator Input Adapter. During a power outage, the generator is manually switched to power household appliances and supplies excess power to charge F3800 Plus.
  • Page 41 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 4.2 Component list Product Name Appearance Functions A 3,840Wh, 6,000W portable power station with multiple ports for powering devices during outages or outdoors. Anker SOLIX Note: F3800 Plus • One F3800 Plus connects to the transfer Portable Power switch via the 240V port.

  • Page 42: Backup Function

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Anker SOLIX • Connect the generator to F3800 Plus or Generator Input Home Power Panel. Adapter 4.3 Backup Function Home Backup Kit has a backup function. During a power outage, manually set the transfer switch to the generator to power the backup loads.
  • Page 43 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Subpanel (Optional) Main Panel To Refrigerator F3800 or 120V Circuit 120V Breaker 120V 240V Breaker Breaker 240V Breaker Load 120V Load 1 120V Load 2 About 18" Warning: • Check and ensure the neutral (N) and ground (PE) wires of the inlet box or transfer switch are properly connected.
  • Page 44 7. Manually switch the transfer switch to the generator for emergency backup power. 4.4.3 Installation Requirements WARNING: Before connecting your Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus to a transfer switch or a subpanel with an inlet box, confirm the wires inside the transfer switch or subpanel are properly connected.
  • Page 45 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Correct Subpanel and Anker SOLIX Home Power Panel/Transfer Switch Connection Ports of Home Power Panel and Transfer Switch Ground Bar The 120V load neutral wire Neutral Bar must be connected to the neutral bar of the subpanel.

  • Page 46: Appendix 1: Technical Specifications

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide 4.4.4 Reference Materials For detailed installation and wiring instructions, refer to the following materials. Product Type Reference Materials Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power User Guide...
  • Page 47 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Input Information AC Input 120V~ 15A Max (< 3 hrs)/12A Max (Continuous), 60Hz, L + N + PE Charging: 1,800W Max AC Input Power Bypass mode: 1,440W Max Solar Panel Input...
  • Page 48 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Net Weight 8.8 kg (19 lb) Dimension 500 × 330.2 × 144.8 mm (19.7 × 13 × 5.7") Installation Wall Rated System Voltage 120/240V AC Grid Wiring Area (Input) 18kW Max, 75A Max, 60Hz, L1 + L2 + N + PE...
  • Page 49 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Power Stations 1 and 2 6kW Max (Continuous), 25A Max (Continuous) Ports (Total Output) 60Hz, L1 + L2 + N + PE Power Stations 1 and 2 12kW Max (Continuous), 50A Max (Continuous)
  • Page 50 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Port Information Expansion Battery Port 75A Max Input Expansion Battery Port 170A Max Output Temperature Information Discharging -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F) Charging 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
  • Page 51 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Appendix 2: Main Differences Between F3800 and F3800 Plus Standalone Scenario F3800 F3800 Plus Power Station + Battery Power Station + AC Charging Cable (AC Input Port) + 120V Generator...
  • Page 52 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Appendix 3: Generator Compatibility A1790 F3800 + F3800 + 2× F3800 + 2× F3800 Transfer Generator F3800 Home Power Home Power + Double Switch / Inlet Panel Panel Power Hub...
  • Page 53 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide A1790P F3800 + Transfer F3800 + 2× F3800 + 2× F3800 Third-Party F3800 Plus Switch / Inlet Home Power Home Power + Double Generator Panel Panel Power Hub The generator...
  • Page 54 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide The generator The generator connects to connects to F3800 Plus's F3800 Plus's HPP port: HPP port: • Charging • Charging Power: Power: 3,000W Max 3,000W Max • Bypass Mode: • Bypass Mode: •...
  • Page 55 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Appendix 4: Common Generator Faults and Solutions Fault Description Possible Cause Solution • Use the Anker app or a multimeter to check the generator's output voltage. For a 240V generator, ensure that the •...
  • Page 56 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Use the Anker app or a multimeter to • Abnormal generator check the generator's output voltage. output voltage. For a 240V generator, ensure that the voltages of L1, L2, and L1-L2 are normal.
  • Page 57 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Use the Anker app or a multimeter to • Abnormal generator check the generator's output voltage. output voltage. For a 240V generator, ensure that the voltages of L1, L2, and L1-L2 are normal.
  • Page 58 Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide • Turn off the generator and connect F3800 Plus to Home Power Panel. • Fault in Home Power Panel Verify that both grid-tied and off-grid or F3800 Plus. operations are functioning normally. If not, troubleshoot Home Power Panel or F3800 Plus for potential faults.
  • Page 59 Portable Power Station? No, Anker SOLIX Generator Input Adapter is not compatible with Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station. It is only compatible with Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station, or with Anker SOLIX Home Power Panel when connected in the automatic home backup scenario.

  • Page 60: Appendix 6: Troubleshooting

    Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Solution Technical Brief and Design Guide Appendix 6: Troubleshooting Q1: What should I do if I cannot connect F3800 Plus to the Anker app via Bluetooth? If you cannot connect F3800 Plus to the Anker app via Bluetooth, try the following steps: •...
  • Page 61 • Or, in the Anker app, go to the F3800 Plus settings page and turn off Smart AC Output Mode. This will keep the AC output on.
  • Page 62 • Panel Shading: The surface of the solar panel should not be blocked during use. Shadows, foreign objects, and shading from glass can all significantly reduce power output. If the issue still persists, contact Anker customer service and provide the following information: • Photos of the solar panel from various angles.