Synapse H2O PV Geyser Controller Technical Manual
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Page 1: ...Synapse H2O PV Geyser Controller Technical Manual www rubiconsa com...
Page 2: ...0 General safety requirements 7 3 11 Local requirements 7 3 12 Other considerations 7 4 Device description 8 4 1 Overview and description 8 4 2 Identification 8 5 Installation 9 5 1 Safety 9 5 2 Insta...
Page 3: ...Figure 1 below shows a typical installation 1 1 Contents of the box Inside the box you should find 1 x Synapse H2O controller 1 x mounting bracket 1 x securing screw 1 x temperature probe 1 x pair MC...
Page 4: ...ximum Power Output 1500W MPPT Range 130 220VDC depends on element Connection MC4 Solar Connectors Installation Pre requisites External PV Isolator and SPD protection Voltage 60 220V Modulated DC varia...
Page 5: ...d to IEC 60730 ICASA RF approval pending CE Self Certified for EMC Safety IEC 60950 1 Electrical Safety Designed to Class B IEC 60730 Maximum Ambient Temperature 0 C to 30 C full output limited output...
Page 6: ...staff lies with the company that the staff work for It is also the responsibility of the company to assess the ability of the worker to carry out any kind of work and ensure their safety Staff must co...
Page 7: ...10 general safety requirements Operator The person in charge of handling the electrical device is responsible for the safety of persons and property Avoid accidental re connection of the system using...
Page 8: ...the LED indicators please see the Operation section of the manual For more detailed information on the LED indicators please see the Operation section of the manual Figure 2 H2O PV geyser controller R...
Page 9: ...as free airflow and at least 300mm clearance all around Is not subjected to heat generated by another device eg above a cooker or directly adjacent to the geyser It may not be mounted inside a cupboar...
Page 10: ...or the local isolator depending on local regulations Ensure that the Live Neutral and Earth conductors are all connected securely and according to the labels on the H2O and the Geyser Ensure that the...
Page 11: ...ectors on the H2O See Fig 5 Ensure that the H2O is protected with Surge Protection Devices SPD s on both the AC and DC supply interfaces Temperature sensor The H2O is supplied with a temperature senso...
Page 12: ...stem will remain below dangerous temperature levels To do this set the original mechanical thermostat marginally above the desired setpoints of the system but still within safe limits For example if t...
Page 13: ...and the user app see section 7 AC setpoint 55 C Solar setpoint 55 C Boost setpoint 55 C Note it is recommended that an internet connection is used and commissioned as it enables full diagnostics and c...
Page 14: ...py of which is available at www rubiconsa com H2O 7 Mobile applications and WiFi connectivity 7 1 APP introduction The Synapse H2O can be commissioned configured and monitored via the included Mobile...
Page 15: ...ubiconsa com Once accredited an installer can enrol a site by opening the Installer s app with a mobile web browser from https rubicon installation web app login and logging in with the credentials yo...
Page 16: ...eps have been completed tap the submit button Step 5 Finalise installation documentation This step gives the PDF summary document time to generate and download The installer must confirm the Installat...
Page 17: ...main PCB for 3 seconds 7 4 User s App Synapse H2O is managed monitored and controlled with the H2O User s app The User s Application requires a Synapse H2O s user to have been enrolled by a Qualified...
Page 18: ...s You can change the temperature setpoints for Grid Solar and Boost modes here Support Contact Rubicon for support from here Menu Energy consumption This view allows you to visualise your energy usage...
Page 19: ...elow the Login button 7 4 1 Forgotten password If a user forgets or loses their password it can be reset Enter this link in a mobile device s browser https rubicon iot dev web app login In the screen...
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