IQ8 / IQ8+ / IQ8M / IQ8A / IQ8H Micro Installation and Operation
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Mar 2022
The Enphase IQ System
The Enphase IQ System includes:
•
Enphase IQ8
™
, IQ8+
™
, IQ8M
™,
IQ8A
™
and IQ8H
™
Micros
The smart grid ready IQ Series Micros
convert the DC output of the PV module into grid-compliant AC power. IQ8 Micros can fit into
which can be configured in four different ways, ranging from Solar Only to Full
Energy Independence.
NOTE
: All the
IQ8
™
Micros
operate at 240 VAC except
IQ8H
™
Micros
which has two SKUs. IQ8H-
240 supports split phase, 240V and can fit into Enphase Energy System. The IQ8H-208 supports split
phase, 208V grid-tied operation only.
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Enphase IQ Gateway
™ (ENV-IQ-AM1-240) The Enphase IQ Gateway is a communication device that
provides network access to the PV array. The IQ Gateway collects production and performance data from
the Enphase IQ Microinverters over on-site AC power lines and transmits the data to Enphase through an
Internet or cellular modem connection. The IQ Gateway is capable of monitoring up to 600 Enphase IQ
Microinverters and up to 39 Enphase IQ Batteries. For details, refer to
Enphase IQ Gateway Installation and
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Enphase Installer platform
™ web-based monitoring and management software. Installers can use
Enphase Installer Platform to view detailed performance data, manage multiple PV systems, and
remotely resolve issues that might impact system performance. Find out more at
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Enphase Installer App
™ mobile app for iOS and Android devices. It allows installers to configure the
system while onsite, eliminating the need for a laptop and improving installation efficiency. You can
use the app to:
o
Connect to the IQ Gateway over a wireless network for faster system setup and
verification
o
View and email a summary report that confirms a successful installation
o
Scan device serial numbers and sync system information with Enphase installer platform
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Enphase IQ Battery™
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Enphase Field Wireable connectors (Q-CONN-10F and Q-CONN-10M)
Make connections from any
IQ Cable, or open Field Wireable connector.
This manual describes the safe installation and operation of the Enphase Microinverter.
Note:
To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, the Enphase Microinverter must be
installed according to the instructions in this manual.