Quick Start Guide

Important Safety Information

⚠️ Warning: Only qualified personnel who have received proper training should be allowed to install and work on the inverter. Poor workmanship or incorrect operation can result in serious injury or damage. Local rules and regulations at the installation site should be followed.

The high voltage present in and around the inverter can be deadly. It is crucial to de-energize the device and secure it against being switched back on during installation, maintenance, and repairs. It is also important to never connect or disconnect DC cables from the device during operation to prevent dangerous arcs from forming.

About This Guide

ℹ️ Note: This Quick Start Guide accompanies the user manual but does not replace it. It is important to read and understand the user manual before working with the inverter. This document may not cover all possible system configurations.

Additional information about the inverter, such as troubleshooting instructions, comprehensive technical specifications, and details on faults and warranty terms, can be found on our website at: https://www.phocos.com/

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Get Started

Components Included

• User Manual
• RS-232 cable (Only used for updates)
• Parallel communication cable
• Current sharing cable
• Ring Terminals x3
• Battery Wiring Extension Box
• Cable Glands

Diagram showing dimensions: Height 584 mm, Width 433 mm, Depth 280 mm. Rear panel width 148 mm, Height 651 mm.

Preparing For Install

Step 1

Unscrew the four screws that hold the faceplate in place and remove it.

Step 2

Assemble the extension box and attach it to the wall in the same location as the faceplate, using screws. Next, install the cable glands.

Mounting

Step 1

Remove the bottom cover by unscrewing the five screws and sliding it down.

Details: Total weight: 40 lbs, IP rating: IP21, Mounting Location: Indoor only.

Diagram showing the unit with the bottom cover removed, highlighting screw points.

Step 2

Use four M4 screws to securely attach the unit to the wall.

Diagram showing the unit's rear view with four mounting points labeled 1, 2, 3, 4. Another diagram shows the unit's side and top views with recommended clearance dimensions: 50cm top/bottom, 20cm sides. Detailed dimensions for mounting holes and overall unit size are provided (e.g., 432.47 mm width, 623.87 mm height, 370 mm depth at base).

Wiring

⚠️ Warning: SWITCH OFF ALL BREAKERS PRIOR TO MAKING CONNECTIONS.

• Before connecting any wires, verify that all cables are de-energized by ensuring that all AC breakers are locked in the Open/OFF position.
• Do not energize the equipment with the cover removed.
• When switching the equipment on, always follow the correct order of operations as specified on page 5 of the commissioning guide. This will help ensure safe and proper startup of the inverter.

Wiring diagram illustrating connections for PV (PV2+, PV1+, PV2-, PV1-), AC Input (L, N, PE), AC Output (L, N, PE), Grid/Gen (L, N, PE), and Battery (Bat+, Bat-). Includes connections to breakers and DC SPD.

IMPORTANT: Example only. Actual wiring may differ based on specific system details and local electric code.

AC Input and AC Output Wiring

CAUTION: Equipment Damange

To avoid damaging the unit and invalidating the warranty, please observe the following guidelines:

• Do not connect an AC source to the 'AC OUTPUT' as this can cause irreparable damage to the unit.
• When using the unit with a single-phase source, ensure that a Neutral wire is present. Do not attempt to use two phases on a single unit as this is not allowed.
• Avoid short-circuiting a Live line to the metal body of the unit as this can damage the unit and pose a serious safety hazard.

AC Input Connection:

To connect the Grid Line (L), Neutral (N), and Ground (PE or E) wires, follow these steps:

1. Use a wire stripper to remove 10mm of insulation from the ends of the wires.
2. Insert the Ground wire first, followed by the L and N wires, into the lugs.
3. Route the wires through the left cable gland to ensure a secure and organized installation.

Diagram showing AC input terminal block with wires being inserted.

AC Output Connection:

To connect the Loads Line (L), Neutral (N), and Ground (PE or E) wires, follow these steps:

1. Use a wire stripper to remove 10mm of insulation from the ends of the wires.
2. Insert the Ground wire first, followed by the L and N wires, into the lugs.
3. Route the wires through the left cable gland to ensure a secure and organized installation.

Diagram showing AC output terminal block with wires being inserted.

AC Wire Sizes and Torque Values

Unless local code requires otherwise, Phocos advises using copper conductors that are #6 AWG THHN or larger and rated for a minimum of 75°C.

Connecting the Battery

⚠️ Warning: SWITCH OFF BATTERY BREAKERS PRIOR TO MAKING CONNECTIONS.

CAUTION: Equipment Damange

It is important to follow the correct polarity when connecting the battery cables. Failure to do so can result in damage or destruction of the equipment and may also invalidate the warranty.

1. Make sure that the battery cables are of the correct size.
2. Attach ring terminals with a diameter of 8.4 mm to the battery cables that are connected to the circuit breaker.
3. Take off the nuts that are already on the battery terminal bolts. Put the cables, with the ring terminals attached, through the cableglands of the device and lay them flat on the matching battery terminals.
4. Torque the terminal to the correct spec listed in the next page and check that the ring connectors are properly secured on the connectors.

Diagram showing battery terminal connection with ring terminals and torque wrench.

DC Circuit Breaker Cables

Connecting PV

⚠️ Warning: SWITCH OFF PV BREAKERS PRIOR TO MAKING CONNECTIONS. Make sure to turn off or open the circuit breakers that are located between the unit and the PV panels. The PV cables can become energized immediately upon exposure to light.

CAUTION: Equipment Damange

If any of the following actions are taken, it can result in damage or destruction of the unit and the warranty being invalidated:

• Short-circuiting the PV+ to the PV- terminal or to the metal body of the unit.
• Connecting the wrong polarity.
• Connecting the positive or negative terminal of PV1 input with PV2 input.

Repeat the two steps below for each PV input.

Diagrams illustrating PV input connection with positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

Commissioning

Step 1

After completing the wiring for AC, battery, and PV, and ensuring that all breakers are still in the disconnected or OFF position, slide the cover back up onto the unit. Reconnect the 3-connector interface and then secure the cover in place by fastening the five screws.

Diagram showing the unit with the cover being reattached.

Step 2

Make sure to verify that all wiring and polarity connections are accurate and match the instructions provided in the previous sections before proceeding with the next steps.

Step 3

Check to confirm that the ‘ON/OFF’ button, which is situated on the display module, is in the OFF position. The button should be depressed and not flush with the display.

Image of the inverter's display module showing buttons and status indicators. The ON/OFF button is highlighted.

Step 4

SWITCH ON the circuit breakers in the following order:

1. AC Input
2. PV
3. Battery
4. AC Output

Diagram showing a terminal block with breakers, with an arrow indicating the ON position.

Step 5

To power your critical loads, press the ON/OFF switch on the display module (as described in STEP 3) to activate the AC OUTPUT of the inverter.

Congratulations on completing commissioning for single unit systems!

UI Overview

Diagram of the inverter's front panel showing various indicators and controls: Power Flow, Value Indicators, Load Source Indicator, Charging & Faults Indicators, Scroll/Menu Selectors, and Inverter ON/OFF Button.

Adjusting Settings

• Press [SELECT] for 3 seconds to enter settings mode.
• Press [↑] or [↓] to toggle between available settings.
• Press [SELECT] to select a setting and [↑] or [↓] to change the setting value.
• Press [SELECT] to confirm the selection and [←] to exit.

Diagram of the inverter's rear panel showing connectors: Relay Control, Remote Display Connector, USB-OTG, Parallel Analog Communication**, Closed Loop RS485/CAN, Serial RS232, Parallel Digital Communication*.

*Always required for synchronization between multiple units.

** Only required for multiple units on the same phase.

Split Phase With Two Units

Notes

• Any-Grid™ units with the same model numbers can be paralleled to either increase power capacity or form a multi-phase system.
• Each unit must be connected to its own Neutral and Line conductors, never to two lines.
• All inverters must share the same battery bank but have their own separate PV arrays.
• Each inverter should have its own circuit breakers. The wiring procedure described previously should be followed for each unit.

Procedure

1. Please follow the Wiring section instructions to ensure proper installation of each unit with all breakers turned OFF.
2. Connect the left communication port of unit 1 to the right port of unit 2. After completing the wiring, move on to step 3.

Diagram showing two inverters connected via communication ports.

3. Switch ON the PV or AC source breakers on unit 1, if available. Next, turn ON the battery breaker and go to menu number 28.
4. Turn OFF the AC output button on the display of unit 1. The inverter will stay ON for less than a minute, if only a battery is connected.
5. Set menu number 28 to ‘2P1′ (instead of defaults 'SIG').
6. Switch OFF the PV and AC breakers and wait for the unit and display to shut down.
7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 on the second inverter (unit 2).
8. Turn ON both units using the AC output button on the display. Make sure that each screen displays this information.

Diagrams showing the display of Unit 1 (2P1) and Unit 2 (2P2) with power flow indicators.

9. Quickly switch ON the AC input breaker of each unit. The displays will show the following.

Diagrams showing the display of Unit 1 and Unit 2 after switching on AC input breakers, indicating power flow and status.

Diagram showing the overall wiring for two units in split phase configuration, including battery, AC input, AC output, PV, and breakers.

IMPORTANT: Example only. Actual wiring may differ based on specific system details and local electric code.

Using the Any-Bridge AB-PLC-CAN

Step 1

Connect the AB-PLC-CAN internet gateway to the inverter using the RS232 ports on each device and power it up.

Diagram showing the Any-Bridge connected to the inverter via RS232 port.

Step 2

Download and open the PhocosLink App on your smartphone or tablet.

Images of Google Play Store and Apple App Store download buttons, along with QR codes for downloading the PhocosLink App.

Step 3

Connect to the Any-Bridge and follow the provided 'SETUP' instructions.

Screenshots of the PhocosLink App interface showing device selection, provisioning, and setup steps.

Step 4

Check your email to confirm the invitation and then log in to www.cloud.phocos.com.

Screenshot of the PhocosLink Cloud dashboard showing power mix and monitoring data.

Phocos Group

The Phocos Group has offices worldwide to serve its customers.

Americas

Phocos Americas, Inc.
325 S. Euclid Ave., Ste. 101
Tucson, AZ 85719 USA
Phone +1 520 777-7906
Email: info.na@phocos.com, tech.na@phocos.com
Website: www.phocos.com

EMEA

Phocos AG
Magirus-Deutz-Str. 12
89077 Ulm Germany
Phone +49 731 9380688-0
Fax +49 731 9380688-50
Email: info@phocos.com
Website: www.phocos.com

SAARC

Phocos India Solar Pvt Ltd.
Plot No. 201-203, 231 & 233
AR Nivas, Navayuga Nagar
Pattanur, Vanur TK, Villupuram - 605 111
Tamil Nadu, India
Phone +91 (0) 413 2972328
Email: info-india@phocos.com
Website: www.phocos.com

APAC

Phocos China Ltd.
Room 1304, Qingdao International Shipping Center,
No.66 Lianyungang Road,
Qingdao 266034, China
Phone +86 532 83837020
Email: info-china@phocos.com
Website: www.phocos.com

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Version: 2023-05-15

Subject to change without notice.