Eguana Evolve ESS AU 13, Installation & Start?Up Manual

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12.4 Backup Power Operation
This system will provide backup power to dedicated electrical circuits within the home via a permanently wired
electrical sub-panel, referred to as the backup panel. Backup power is limited in rating and duration, both of
which are dependent on the nature of the loads connected to the system, and the availability of the solar PV
supply. This system is designed to reliably provide power to a refrigerator, home lighting, home electronics, and
small appliances.
NOTE: This product is not an uninterrupted power source (UPS). Following a utility outage, a four
second power interruption will occur before the backup power source commences. As a result of this
interruption, a desktop or portable UPS is recommended if continuous operation is desired for any
electronic devices.
IMPORTANT! Surge rated loads, i.e. power tools, portable air conditioners, may cause an overload
shutdown. Equipment of this type that is connected to the backup panel should be inspected and
tested regularly as per manufacturer suggested schedules. Permanent damage to the battery system
and/or your equipment may occur if exposed to chronic overloading cycles.
IMPORTANT! Portable extension cords connected to a backup circuit should be limited to 10 meters.
IMPORTANT! This product does not support automatic gas generator integration. Do not attempt to
connect a gas generator to the battery system. If generator support is required, consult your installer
regarding a separate manual transfer to your backup electrical panel.
NOTE: The power output / surge rating will be further limited when the battery is below 10% SOC.
12.4.1 Backup Power Display Modes
Display Definition
Battery status LEDs indicate the following:
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Charge = flash right. Discharge = flash left.
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PCS and service lights off.
Low SOC shutdown in backup mode. See section 9.5 to restart the system.
Low SOC shutdown initiated while out of service. See troubleshooting – section 7,
“service light on in backup mode”.
12.5 Off-grid mode: Restarting the battery system after low battery shutdown
The system will shut down when the battery reaches a critically low-level during backup operation.
To restart the system:
IMPORTANT! If the battery system is installed without a PV system connected to the backup panel,
do not attempt to restart it. For systems with backup panel connected PV, ensure there is direct
sunlight for the solar PV system to charge the battery before restarting the system. Wait for the utility
power to return.
1. Press and hold the service button on the front of
the display panel for 5 seconds.