Q U I C K
I N S T A L L
G U I D E
PREPARATION
A ) Download the Enphase Installer Toolkit version 3.X mobile app and open
it to log on to your Enlighten account. With this app, you can connect to
the IQ Envoy to track system installation progress. To download, go to
B) Check the box for the following items:
•
Enphase IQ Combiner 3C-ES or 3-ES with IQ Envoy printed circuit
board. The X-IQ-AM1-240-3C-ES also includes an LTE-M1 cell modem.
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A pair of split-core consumption metering CTs
•
Enphase IQ Combiner 3C-ES/3-ES Quick Install Guide
(this document)
C ) Make sure you have the following
required
items:
•
An Ensemble Communications Kit (COMMS-KIT-01 ) is not included. It is
required for all Ensemble installations and must be purchased separately.
•
Tools: screwdriver, pliers, and torque wrench.
•
Up to four Eaton BR-style breakers (one for each DG branch circuit).
Eaton BR-style breakers are the only breakers you can use. You can
install 10A, 15A, 20A, 30A, 40A, 50A, or 60A breaker(s) in the IQ Combiner
(order Enphase BRK-10A-2-240V, BRK-15A-2-240V, BRK-20A-2P-240V,
Eaton BR210, Eaton BR215, Eaton BR220, Eaton BR230, Eaton BR240,
Eaton BR250, and/or Eaton BR260 circuit breakers). The sum of all DER
branch breaker ratings cannot exceed 80 A. The Envoy breaker should
not exceed 10 A and is counted separately (total 90A worth of breakers).
•
Overcurrent protection in the load center in accordance with NFPA
70, §705.12.
•
Suitable mounting hardware: use #8 (or larger) screws that are long
enough to secure the unit to the vertical mounting surface
•
Copper conductors rated for wet locations and sized to meet local
code requirements and voltage drop/rise considerations. Wire sizes
and torque values are listed on the door of the unit.
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UL-listed rain-tight conduit hubs for wire entry into the enclosure.
D ) For consumption metering, check that there is enough space in the load
center to install CTs. Do not install the CTs in a panel where they exceed
75% of the wiring space of any cross-sectional area within the load center.
E ) Decide how to connect the IQ Envoy to the Internet: Use Wi-Fi, an
Enphase Mobile Connect modem, or Ethernet. Then, make sure you have
the following optional items, if needed:
•
Enphase Mobile Connect modem (included with X-IQ-AM1-240-3C-ES)
•
Ethernet over power line communication (PLC) bridge with Ethernet
cables (order EPLC-01). If you choose this option, you must install an
Enphase accessory receptacle (order XA-PLUG-120-3) inside the IQ
Combiner 3C-ES/3-ES.
(Model X-IQ-AM1-240-3C-ES and X-IQ-AM1-240-3-ES)
How It Works
IQ Envoy Display and Controls
Network Communications LED
Green when IQ Envoy is connected
to Enlighten.
AP Mode LED
Green when IQ Envoy’s AP Wi-Fi
network is available.
AP Mode Button
Press to enable IQ Envoy’s AP Mode
for connecting with a mobile device.
Hold for 5 seconds to start WPS
connection to a router.
Power Production LED
Green when microinverters are
producing power.
Device Communications LED
Green when devices are
communicating with IQ Envoy.
Device Scan Button
Press to start/stop 15 minute scan for
devices over the power line.
Track system installation progress with the
Enphase Installer Toolkit
version 3.X
mobile app. The LEDs on the IQ Envoy PCB (printed circuit board) are solid green
when a function is enabled or performing as expected, flashing when an operation
is in progress, or solid amber when troubleshooting with Installer Toolkit is required.
For a legend of all LED states, see
Troubleshooting
a
.
Enphase Installer
Toolkit mobile app
Installing the
Enphase IQ Combiner 3C-ES
and
Enphase Combiner 3-ES
The Enphase IQ Combiner 3C-ES™
and/or the IQ Combiner 3-ES combine up to
four AC branch circuits of Enphase IQ
Series Microinverters and/or Enphase
Encharge™storage system batteries.
To install the IQ Combiner 3C-ES or 3-ES, read
and follow all warnings and instructions in this guide.
Safety warnings are listed on the back of this guide.
If you do not fully understand any of the concepts,
terminology, or hazards outlined in these instructions, refer
installation to a qualified electrician or installer. These instructions
are not meant to be a complete explanation of a renewable energy system.
All installations must comply with national and local electrical codes.
Professional installation is recommended.
The IQ Combiner 3C-ES and 3-ES have an outdoor-rated, NRTL-certified
NEMA type 3R enclosure containing an Enphase IQ Envoy™, circuit breakers,
a pair of split-core consumption metering CTs, and wiring for IQ Envoy connections.
The IQ Combiner 3C-ES includes a Enphase Mobile Connect™ LTE-M1
cell modem. Use the IQ Combiner 3C-ES for single-phase applications and to support the
AC connections needed for an Enphase residential solar installation.
Generator
(reserved for future use*)
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Ethernet cable: 802.3, Cat5E or Cat6, unshielded twisted pair (UTP).
Do not use shielded twisted pair (STP) cable. You must install a ferrite
bead (we recommend Fair-Rite 0431167281) as close as possible to
the IQ Envoy on the Ethernet cable.
F ) Make note of the IQ Envoy serial number on the installation map. Later,
you will need to enter this number in Installer Toolkit. You can type it in
manually or scan the label on the inside of the combiner door. Always
keep a copy of the installation map for your records.
G )
Note that installation of the IQ Combiner 3C-ES/3-ES has two parts: To
ensure successful device detection, complete Part 2 after installing any
Enphase IQ Microinverter, Enphase Encharge and/or Enphase Enpower.
IMPORTANT:
The IQ Envoy in-
side the IQ Combiner is required
to monitor performance of the IQ
microinverters and to communi-
cate with Encharge and Enpower.
