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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE ON THIS MANUAL.................. SCOPE OF VALIDITY................TARGET GROUP..................SYMBOLS USED..................SAFETY......................IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........... EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS..............INTRODUCTION....................SYSTEM....................WORK MODES..................DIMENSIONS..................OVERVIEW OF THE INVERTER............... EXTERNAL TERMINALS OF INVERTER..........15 INTERNAL TERMINALS IN WIRING BOX..........IDENTIFICATION OF EVHB SERIES............TECHNICAL DATA.................... -
Page 3: Note On This Manual
Notes on this Manual INVERTER OPERATION METHOD............1 Note on this Manual CHECK BEFORE TURN ON THE SYSTEM........1.1 Scope of Validity TURN ON THE SYSTEM..............SHUT DOWN THE SYSTEM............. This manual is an integral part of the EVHB-I7 inverter. It describes the DEFINITION OF INDICATOR LIGHT AND BUTTON......64 assembly, installation, commissioning, maintenance and failure of the product. -
Page 4: Safety
This document does not replace and is not intended to replace any local, state, provincial, including without limitation applicable in the jurisdiction of installation. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the compliance or non-compliance with such laws or codes in connection with the installation of the product. - Page 5 Safety Safety WARNING! WARNING! When handling battery, adhere to all manufacturer safety instructions! Keep away from flammable and explosive materials to avoid fire. Do not install or store the system in a corrosive environment where it may be exposed to ammonia, corrosive gases, acids, or salts (e.g.: WARNING! chemical plant, fertilizer storage areas, tanneries, near volcanic ash Only accessories shipped with the inverter are recommended for use.
- Page 6 Safety Safety ► Lightning and surge protection CAUTION! EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter is designed and certified to meet stringent UL1741 / IEEE When accessing the internal circuit of the inverter, it is very 1547 and ANSI / IEEE 62.41 / 62.42 lighting and surge requirements. important to wait 5 minutes before operating the power circuit or However, every PV installation is unique.
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Page 7: Explanation Of Symbols
Safety Introduction 2. Explanation of Symbols 3 Introduction This section gives an explanation of all the symbols shown on the inverter and on the label. 3.1 System ► Indicator lights on the Inverter EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter is transformerless type without galvanic isolation. It is Symbol Explanation designed and certified to fulfill the directives of ANSI/NFPA 70, NEC 690.41, UL 1741,... -
Page 8: Work Modes
Introduction Introduction 3.2 Work Modes System overview of EVERVOLT Hybrid Inverter EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter provides multiple work modes based on different requirements. Some basic work modes of EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter are shown below. Contact us for additional or more complex application requirements. Work mode: Self Use my EVERVOLT Cloud The self-use mode is suitable for areas with low... - Page 9 Introduction Introduction Work mode: Time of Use mode Work mode: Feed-in priority The Time of Use mode applies to areas that have The Feed-in priority mode is suitable for areas different electricity prices depending on the day, with high feed-in tariffs, but has feed-in power time and season.
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Page 10: Dimensions
Introduction Introduction 3.3 Dimensions 3.5 External Terminals of an Inverter 5.74 in 32.95 in 146 mm 837 mm Right side view Front view 3.4 Overview of the Inverter Item Description BAT+ AC connection Inverter communication connection DC switch PV connection PV connection Battery communication connection A-Inverter power box: It is the essential part of the inverter. -
Page 11: Internal Terminals In Wiring Box
Introduction Introduction 3.6 Internal Terminals in Wiring Box 3.7 Identification of EVERVOLT Hybrid Inverter Parameter Model Serial NumberIdentification Max. DC Current per MPPT 16 A Max. DC Power 11400 W EVERVOLT HYBRID INVERTER GRID OUTPUT/ INPUT Nominal AC Voltage 120/240 Vac split phase Max. -
Page 12: Technical Data
Introduction Technical Data 4 Technical Data Model EVHB-I7 Topology Transformerless 4.1 PV Input Communication Rs485, CAN, WiFi (optional) / 4G (optional) Model EVHB-I7 Revenue Grade Data, ANSIC12.20 Optional Max.recommended PV power [W] Warranty [Years] 15200 Max.MPPT power [W] 11400 4.4 Battery Input/Output Max.DC voltage [V] Norminal DC operating voltage [V] Model... -
Page 13: Mechanical Installation
Technical Data Mechanical Installation 5.2 Selection for the Installation Position 5. Mechanical Installation The installation location selected for the inverter is quite critical in the aspect of 5.1 Installation Precaution the guarantee of machine safety, service life and performance. Ÿ EVERVOLT Hybrid Inverter has the NEMA 4X ingress protection, which allows it to be installed outside the door. - Page 14 Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation 5.2.2 Installation Carrier Required 5.2.4 Installation Space Required The wall or stand hanging the inverter should meet conditions below: To ensure good heat dissipation and convenient disassembly, the minimum Ÿ Wooden wall with studs spaced at 12, 16, 20, 24, 28 and 32 inch. clearance around the inverter shall not be less than the following values, as Ÿ...
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Page 15: Tools Preparation
Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation 5.3 Tools Preparation For multi-inverter installation, please reserve the space of 19.68 in. (500 mm) at least between each left and right inverter and at least 19.68 in. (500 mm) space from the ceiling and 51.18 in. (1300 mm) above the ground. If multiple inverters Tool equipment are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures, increase the clearances Type... -
Page 16: Check For Transport Damages
Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation In the inverter accessory box Tool equipment Name Image Type Image Name Individual Safety Safety Protection gloves shoes Tool Anti-dust Safety mask goggles 5.4 Check for Transport Damages Item Name Description Inverter X1 Product EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter is 100% tested and packaged and visually inspected Mental cover X1 Protect the inverter before leaving our manufacturing facility. -
Page 17: Installation Steps
Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation 5.6 Installation Steps Scheme B: Studs at regular intervals (spaced at 16 and 32 inch): 5.6.1 Overview of Bracket and Schemes Punch the holes (WB-32)X4+(WB-C)X2+(WB-32-E)X2 Ø Introduction of wall bracket 32 in/812.80 mm 28 in/711.20 mm 24 in/609.60 mm 20 in/508.00 mm 8 in/207.20 mm... - Page 18 Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation 5.6.2 Mounting Steps b) Use the bracket as the template to mark the screw hole location on the wall. NOTE! The mounting steps in the followings will take mounting on the wooden wall spaced at 32 inch as an example. NOTE! Before mounting the inverter, the mechanical installation of the whole battery must be completed.
- Page 19 Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation c) Insert the expansion tube into the hole and use rubber hammer to knock Step 2: Hang and fix the inverter on the bracket the expansion tube into the wall. (This step is not required in case of wooden a) Place the inverter to be seated on the corresponding position of the wall.) bracket.
- Page 20 Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation c) Pre-mount the fixing plate on the two sides of metal cover and mount d) Fix the metal cover with six M5 screws. the metal cover on the inverter. Please make sure the four dowel pins are inserted into the holes of BMS and adjust the whole system (inverter and battery) to be leveled;...
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Page 21: Electrical Connection
Mechanical Installation Electrical Connection 6 Electrical Connection WARNING! Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge Touching electronic components will cause damage to or WARNING! destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge. Read all of these instructions, cautions, and warnings for the Ground yourself before touching any component. - Page 22 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Ÿ Inverter communication terminal (Purchase separately) Required wire size and torques Terminals Port Pin Type Cross-sectional Area Range Pin 1: RS485_METER_A CAT5 or better Pin 2: RS485_METER_B Pin 3: GND 24-18 AWG Pin 4: +12V_RELAY_OUT AUX terminal Pin 5: DRM0 Pin 6: +12V_COM Pin 7: STOP_NO+...
- Page 23 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Ÿ Opening the wiring box cover WARNING! Before inverter wiring connection, Make sure no live voltages are present on PV input and AC output circuits, and make sure that the DC switch is in “OFF” position, meanwhile, the breaker of battery is in OFF position.
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Page 24: Power Connection
Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 0.47 in / 12 mm • Cable entry of inverter Wirings Strip Length A conduit fitting or cable gland must be used when wiring connection. The cable is Conduit routed from the right side of inverter. AC wire connection Item Type of Cable Entry... - Page 25 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 6.2.1 PV Connection NOTE! The PV connection mode below is NOT allowed! CAUTION! Never reverse the polarity of the array string cables as it can cause damage to the inverter. Always ensure correct polarity. WARNING! PV Array Inverter Select PV modules with excellent functioning and reliable √...
- Page 26 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 6.2.2 Grid Connection CAUTION! The installer is responsible for providing overcurrent protection. To reduce the risk of fire, only connect to a circuit provided with overcurrent protection in accordance with the National A B C Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. The connection procedure will vary depending on the grid configuration.
- Page 27 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 6.2.3 Battery Connection CAUTION! Never reverse the polarity of the battery cables as this will Inverter result in inverter damage. Always ensure correct polarity. Charging and Discharging system of EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter is designed for high-voltage lithium-ion battery. On the side of inverter As a Lithium-ion battery will be connected with EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter, the battery communication should be compatible with EVERVOLT Hybrid inverter and...
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Page 28: Ground Connection
Electrical Connection Electrical Connection 6.3 Ground Connection c) Crimp it with crimping tool, pull the heat-shrink tubing over the stripped section of the grounding terminal and use a hot-air blower to shrink Please additionally earth the inverter to the enclosure of a second earthing it so that it can be firmly contacted with the terminal;... -
Page 29: Communication Connection
Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Ÿ 6.4 Communication Connection Detailed communication connection diagram All communication cables will be done on the communication board which is in the wiring box. For the specific requirement of communication cable, please refer to section 6.1 “Overview Of All Electrical Wiring Methods”. MLPE MLPE 6.4.1 Make Communication Connection to Another Inverter/EV-SB... - Page 30 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Ÿ Communication connection between inverter and Smart Box: Connection steps of terminating resistor Step 1: The 120-Ohm resistor has been pre-installed on the 8-pin female Pin 3-Pin 6: Select the CAT5 or better (24-18AWG), use diagonal plier to cut off block before leaving factory.
- Page 31 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection Diagram for communication connection steps between inverters Diagram for communication connection steps between inverter and EV-SB Step 1 Step 2 Step 1 Step 2 Strip Length Strip Length 0.24 in / 6 mm 0.24 in / 6 mm 24-18 AWG Conduit Conduit...
- Page 32 The external electricity meter (Meter Y) will be integrated in the Smart Box if NOTE! Meter Y has been purchased from Panasonic. It connects to inverter only if no If an emergency stop switch is required, the customer needs to Smart Box is equipped in the whole system.
- Page 33 Unified EMS management function by the primary machine. The primary and secondary machines are interconnected via CAN and RS485 Panasonic may provide several types of monitoring data collector, such as PWIFI3. buses. Purchase the product from supplier if needed.
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Page 34: Turn On The System
Electrical Connection Operation 7 Inverter Operation Procedures NOTE! Before you switch on the circuit breaker of the battery, make sure 7.1 Check Below Steps before Turn on the System that the battery has been turned off,and all the indicator light of the battery are off.If the battery has been turn on, then you switch on the Ensure the system is properly mounted. -
Page 35: Shut Down The System
Operation Operation 7.3 Shut Down the System Operation LED (Free / Secondary) If the system is on, press the inverter POWER button for 1 second to turn off the Green when the inverter is in normal status or in backup inverter. -
Page 36: Firmware Upgrading
Firmware Upgrading Firmware Upgrading 8 Firmware Upgrading WARNING! The inverter firmware can be upgraded via a U-disk. Make sure the directory is in strict accordance with the above form! Do not modify the program file name, or it may cause the inverter to 8.1 Preparation stop running! Ensure the inverter is powered on. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Meter Fault Ÿ Check if the communication cable between inverter and Smart Box connects normally or contact Panasonic Technical Support Diagnosis and solution Faults AFDI Model Self Check Fault BMS Communication Lost AFD Self Check Ÿ... - Page 38 System will reconnect if the utility is back to normal Ÿ Please contact Panasonic Technical Support Fault Ÿ Or please contact Panasonic Technical Support CPU Self-check Fault or Internal Flash Fault or RAM Fault Other Device Fault Grid Voltage Out of Range Ÿ...
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Page 39: Maintenance
— Are the configurations settings correct for your particular installation? — Are the communications cable properly connected and undamaged? Contact the Panasonic customer support for further assistance. Be prepared to describe details of your system installation and provide model and serial number of... -
Page 40: Decommissioning
11.1 Remove the Inverter The inverters shall be transported, used and operated under restricted conditions. Panasonic will not provide any service, technical support or compensation in case 1. Disconnect the inverter from DC Input, AC output, Smart Box and battery. -
Page 41: Appendix A: Epo Connection Steps
Appendix A: EPO Connection Steps Appendix B: Meter Y Connection Diagram Appendix A: EPO Connection Steps Appendix B: Meter Y Connection Diagram For installing EPO on the inverter, follow the below installation instructions. Step 1: Remove the factory-installed jumper from Pin 7 and 8 of the 8- position “AUX”... - Page 42 Appendix C: System Wiring Diagram Appendix C: System Wiring Diagram Appendix C: System Wiring Diagram 2 Partial home backup solution 1 Whole home backup solution Generator Generator Solar Solar inverter Solar Solar inverter Electric meter Grid Electric meter Grid Backup load Non_essential Main panel Non_backup...
- Page 43 Appendix C: System Wiring Diagram Generator Solar Solar inverter Electric meter Grid Non_essential Non_backup Combiner box load panel Backup load Backup panel …… Smart load EVERVOLT Home EVERVOLT Home EVERVOLT Home Battery System Battery System Battery System N(N≤4）...