Generac Power Systems PWRcell APKE00014, Owner'S Manual

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Introduction and Safety
Owner’s Manual for Generac PWRCell Inverter 1
Section 1: Introduction and Safety
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Generac PWRcell™ product.
The PWRcell inverter is a storage-ready inverter that
connects to PV Link™ optimizers and PWRcell batteries
to form the PWRcell system.
This owner’s manual provides instructions for
programming, configuring, registering and
commissioning the PWRcell Inverter. See the Generac
PWRcell Inverter Installation Manual for installation
instructions.
The information in this manual is accurate based on
products produced at the time of publication. The manu -
facturer reserves the right to make technical updates,
corrections, and product revisions at any time without
notice.
Read This Manual Thoroughly
If any section of this manual is not understood, contact
the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer
(IASD) or Generac Customer Service at 1-888-436-3722
(1-888-GENERAC), or visit www.generac.com for assis -
tance. The owner is responsible for correct maintenance
and safe use of the unit.
This manual must be used in conjunction with all other
supporting product documentation supplied with the
product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference. This
manual contains important instructions that must be fol -
lowed during placement, operation, and maintenance of
the unit and its components. Always supply this manual
to any individual that will use this unit, and instruct them
on how to correctly start, operate, and stop the unit in
case of emergency. The contents of this manual are
applicable to PWRcell Inverters operating with software
version > 13120.
NOTE:
Verify the latest software version is installed to
ensure the most up to date features and functionality are
available. See the Inverter Installation Manual for more
information on verifying the inverter software version. To
get the latest software version go to www.generac.com/
pwrcell/update and follow the instructions, or call 1-855-
395-7841 for additional help or questions.
Safety Rules
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir -
cumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in this
manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, are
not all inclusive. If using a procedure, work method, or
operating technique that the manufacturer does not spe -
cifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others and
does not render the equipment unsafe.
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals
affixed to the unit, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and
NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special
instructions about a particular operation that may be
hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe
them carefully. Alert definitions are as follows:
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to
a procedure and will be found within the regular text of
this manual.
These safety alerts cannot eliminate the hazards that
they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with
the special instructions while performing the action or
service are essential to preventing accidents.
How to Obtain Service
For assistance, contact the nearest Independent Autho -
rized Service Dealer (IASD) or Generac Customer Ser -
vice at 1-888-436-3722 (1-888-GENERAC), or visit
www.generac.com .
When contacting an IASD or Generac Customer Service,
always supply the complete model and serial number of
the unit as given on its data decal located on the unit.
Record the model and serial numbers in the spaces pro -
vided on the front cover of this manual.
(000100a)
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000001)
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
(000002)
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(000003)
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.