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G U I D E
(Model B280-1200-LL-I-US00-RF0)
Installing the
Enphase AC Battery
To install the Enphase
AC Battery™ and the Enphase Wall-Mount Bracket, read and follow all warnings and instructions in this guide and in the
Enphase AC
Battery Installation and Operation Manual
at
enphase.com/support
. Safety warnings are listed on the back of this guide. These instructions are not meant
to be a complete explanation of how to design and install an energy storage system. All installations must comply with national and local electrical codes
and standards.
Only qualified electricians shall install, troubleshoot, or replace the AC Battery.
The Enphase Storage System includes the
Enphase AC Battery with integrated Enphase
Microinverter™. The system uses the Enphase
Envoy-S Metered™ to measure PV production
and home energy consumption. The system
senses when it is optimal to charge or discharge
the battery so that energy is stored when it is
abundant and used when scarce.
Enphase Customer Support:
enphase.com/en-us/support/contact
Safety and Advisory Symbols
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DANGER
: This indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
*
WARNING
: This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions
may be a safety hazard or cause equipment malfunction. Use extreme
caution and follow instructions carefully.
✓
NOTE
: This indicates information particularly important for optimal system
operation. Follow instructions carefully.
Safety Instructions
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DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Risk of fire. Only qualified electricians
should install, troubleshoot, or replace the AC Battery.
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DANGER
: Risk of fire or explosion. Only qualified personnel, using personal
protective equipment (PPE) should transport or handle the AC Battery.
+
DANGER
: Risk of explosion.
Do not dispose of AC Battery(ies) in a fire or by
burning. The AC Battery(ies) can explode.
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DANGER:
Risk of fire.
During use, when stored, or during transport, keep
the AC Battery in an area that is well ventilated and protected from the ele-
ments, where ambient temperature is between -4° F and 113° F, and where
relative humidity is between 5 and 95 percent. Do not install the AC Battery
at elevations over 6,000 feet above sea level.
+
DANGER:
Risk of fire.
If the AC Battery generates smoke, remove AC power
from the Enphase System so that charging/discharging stops.
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DANGER:
Risk of electric shock. Risk of fire. Do not attempt to repair
the AC Battery; it contains no user-serviceable parts. Tampering with or
opening the AC Battery will void the warranty. Warranty void if the battery
housing is removed. If the AC Battery fails, contact Enphase Customer
Support for assistance at
enphase.com/en-us/support/contact
.
+
DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Do not use Enphase equipment in a man-
ner not specified by the manufacturer. Doing so may cause death or injury
to persons, or damage to equipment.
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DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Do not install the AC Battery without first
removing AC power from the photovoltaic system. Disconnect the power
coming from the photovoltaics before servicing or installing.
+
DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Always de-energize the AC branch circuit
during an emergency and/or before servicing the AC Battery. Never discon-
nect the DC connectors under load.
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DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Risk of high short-circuit current. Observe
the following precautions when working on batteries:
• Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
• Use tools with insulated handles.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots.
• Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
+
DANGER
: Risk of electric shock. Risk of fire. Do not work alone. Someone
should be in the range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid
when you work with or near electrical equipment.
+
DANGER
: Risk of fire. Do not allow or place flammable, sparking, or explo
-
sive items near the AC Battery.
*
WARNING
: Risk of equipment damage. During use, storage, transport, or
installation, always keep the AC Battery in an upright position.
*
WARNING
: You must install the AC Battery only on a suitable wall using an
Enphase wall-mount bracket.
*
WARNING
: Before installing or using the AC Battery, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this guide and on the equipment.
*
WARNING
: Do not install or use the AC Battery if it has been damaged in
any way.
*
WARNING
: Do not exceed the maximum number (14) of AC Batteries in a
20 A AC branch circuit.
*
WARNING
: Do not sit on, step on, place objects on, or insert objects into
the AC Battery.
*
WARNING
: The AC Battery is not waterproof. Do not place beverages or
liquid containers on top of the AC Battery. Do not expose the AC Battery to
liquids or flooding.
*
WARNING
: Damage to the battery can occur from over-discharge. While in
storage, the AC Battery will discharge. If the battery state of charge falls to
0%, the AC Battery can be damaged or destroyed. Because of this, the AC
Battery must only be stored for a limited amount of time.
• The AC Battery must be installed and energized by the “Must Energize By”
date on the shipping box label.
• The AC Battery must have a charge state of at least 30% when placed in
storage. To do this, the AC Battery must be placed in
Sleep Mode
.
• If the AC Battery has already been installed, it must be placed into
Sleep Mode
prior to uninstalling. A battery in
Sleep Mode
can be stored
a maximum of two months from the date it was placed into
Sleep Mode
.
• When placing the AC Battery in storage, ensure that the DC connector is
unplugged.
*
WARNING:
Risk of equipment failure. Size the AC conductor gauge to
account for voltage rise for both the branch circuit and all upstream con-
ductors leading back to the PCC (point of common coupling). Refer to the
technical brief on voltage rise at enphase.com/support.
✓
NOTE
: Perform installation and wiring in accordance with all applicable
local electrical codes and standards.
✓
NOTE
: Protection against lightning and resulting voltage surge must be in
accordance with local standards.
✓
NOTE
: Using unapproved attachments or accessories could result in
damage or injury.
✓
NOTE
:
Use Class 1 wiring methods for field wiring connections to terminals
of a Class 2 circuit. Use only 12 AWG to 20 AWG wire in the junction box
terminal block. Select the wire size based on the protection provided by
the circuit breakers / fuses. Install properly rated over current protection as
part of the system installation.
✓
NOTE
: To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, the
AC Battery must be installed and/or stored according to the instructions in
this guide.
✓
NOTE
: The AC Battery is compatible only with the
Envoy-S Metered com-
munications gateway properly fitted with production and consumption
CTs.
This Envoy is required for operation of the AC Battery. Earlier versions
of the Enphase Envoy communications gateway, and the Envoy-S Standard
gateway are incompatible.
✓
NOTE
: The Enphase AC Battery is intended to operate with an Internet
connection. Failure to maintain an Internet connection may have an impact
on the warranty. See Limited Warranty for full terms and services
(enphase.
com/warranty).
✓
NOTE
: When replacing an Enphase AC Battery, you must replace it with an
AC Battery of the same type, with the same AC current rating.
✓
NOTE
: When stored, the AC Battery is not connected to the grid and no
automatic charge of the battery is possible.
✓
NOTE
: Never leave the battery on its back for more than five minutes. The
battery cells are meant to be in the upright position.
✓
NOTE
: Properly mount the AC Battery or place it on a flat, plain surface that
can bear heavy weights. Ensure that the mounting location is structurally
suited to bearing the weight of the AC Battery.
✓
NOTE
: During use, storage, and transport, keep the AC Battery:
• Properly ventilated
• Away from water, other liquids, heat, sparks, and direct sunlight
• Away from excessive dust, corrosive and explosive gases, and oil
smoke
• Away from direct exposure to gas exhaust, such as from motor
vehicles
• Free of vibrations
• Away from falling or moving objects, including motor vehicles
• At an elevation of fewer than 6,000 feet above sea-level
•
In a location compliant with fire safety regulations (has a smoke
detector)
• In a location compliant with local building codes and standards
✓
NOTE
: Conditions for the AC Battery installation site apply also to storage
conditions.
SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This guide contains important instructions that you must follow during installation
and maintenance of the Enphase AC Battery. Failing to follow any of these instructions may void the warranty (
enphase.com/warranty
).
In Case of Fire or Other Emergency
In all cases:
• If safe to do so, switch off the AC breaker for the AC Battery circuit, and if an
isolator switch is present, switch off the AC isolator for the AC Battery circuit.
•
Contact the fire department or other required emergency response team.
• Evacuate the area.
In case of fire:
•
When safe, use a fire extinguisher. Suitable types are A, B, and C dry
chemical fire extinguishers. Additional extinguishing media include carbon
dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foams.
In case of flooding:
• Stay out of water if any part of the AC Battery or wiring is submerged.
•
If possible, protect the system by finding and stopping the source of the
water, and pumping it away.
• Let the area dry completely before use.
In case of unusual noise, smell or smoke:
• Ensure nothing is in contact with the AC Battery or in the venting area on top
of the AC Battery.
•
Ventilate the room.
• Contact Enphase Customer Support at
enphase.com/en-us/support/contact
.
Safety Instructions, continued
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INSTALLATION
Choose a location for the AC Battery array
The AC Battery housing is a NEMA type 2 metallic enclosure. The termi-
nal blocks on the wall-mount bracket accept a maximum conductor size
of 12 AWG.
A )
Following local standards,
choose a readily accessible, well-venti-
lated, indoor location (like a garage), which is out of direct sunlight
and where the ambient temperature and humidity are within -4° F to
113° F (-20° C to 45° C) and 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing.
B ) Ensure that the mounting location can sustain the weight of the AC
Battery and mounting bracket (60 lbs per battery).
C ) Plan the mounting location to be at least one foot off the ground
and one foot from the ceiling. Keep the battery(ies) away from
falling or moving objects, including motor vehicles.
D ) Ensure that there are no pipes or electrical wires where you plan to
drill.
E ) Plan to maintain at least one foot of clearance in front of each
battery.
F ) Consider the dimensions of the AC Battery, easy access, height, and
length of cable when selecting the location.
G ) Do not block the vents or allow liquids to contact the AC Battery.
The AC Battery is not waterproof.
H ) Select a location where you can interconnect to the site’s load center
using an appropriate branch circuit.
I )
Following local standards,
decide whether to connect using
external conduit or by wiring inside the walls. This determines which
knockouts to use in the junction box.
J ) If you are installing more than one AC Battery, continue to maintain
minimum required clearances as shown in
Step 2
.
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PREPARATION
A ) Inspect the packaging and the AC Battery for damage. Do not install
or use the AC Battery if it has been damaged in any way.
B ) Ensure that you have the following:
•
One or more Enphase AC Battery(ies) -
The AC Battery shipping box
contains an Enphase AC Battery and an access panel cover.
NOTE
: Check the “Must Energize By” label on the shipping box to
verify that the AC Battery will be installed by the date shown.
•
An equal number of Enphase Wall Mount Brackets - The wall-mount
bracket shipping box includes only the bracket. The brackets
accommodates 16-inch stud-spacing.
C ) Make sure you have the following
required
items:
• Enphase Envoy-S Metered communications gateway with
production CT(s) and consumption CT(s) installed and configured
as described in the
Enphase Envoy-S Metered Quick Install Guide
.
The Enphase AC Battery is intended to operate with an Internet
connection (through the Envoy). Failure to maintain an Internet
connection may have an impact on the warranty. See
enphase.com/
warranty
for full terms and services.
•
Mounting location that is structurally suited to bearing the weight of
the AC Battery. The wall must have appropriately spaced studs (16
inches) or can be of masonry or other suitable structure.
•
Tools: conduit (with fittings and fitting tools), drill, 5/32 inch pilot
bit, screwdriver, socket, wrench, adjustable wrench, torque wrench,
level, 5/32 inch Allen key, and wire stripper.
•
Four 1/4 inch diameter lag bolts/screws, 1 to 2 inches long
(depending on attachment wall), for each wall-mount bracket. Check
with a structural engineer and local standards for requirements for
your site.
•
Washers for use between fastener heads and wall-mount bracket.
•
12 AWG to 20 AWG
(7/16 inch strip length) copper conductors
(rated at 75° C or 90° C) for push terminals.
•
Gland or strain relief fitting (one for each used conduit opening in
the AC junction box).
•
20A maximum over current protection in accordance with local
standards.
•
Personal protective equipment (PPE) for handling lithium ion
batteries as required by local safety standards.
•
Stud finder.
D ) Install the PV system and the Envoy-S as directed by the installation
manuals.
E ) To record the location(s) of the AC Battery(ies), peel the removable
serial number label from each battery and affix it to the respective
location on a paper installation map. You will scan this map later
using Enphase Installer Toolkit™ and your mobile device. You can find
an example installation map at the back of any Enphase Microinverter
manual.
