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Cool Energy diverTech Manual v1.1 2022 ©
Cool Energy diverTech Solar Diverter
Version 1.1
Installation and Users Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Customer Service and Technical Support
(Open from 9am-4pm Monday- Friday)
Phone: 01472 867497
Email: sales@coolenergyshop.com
Address: Office & Showroom - 163 Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, DN31 3AX
Website: www.coolenergyshop.com

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Overview

  1. Function Description
  2. Important Technical Specifications
  3. Cool Energy diverTech Solar Diverter
  4. Cool Energy diverTech Wireless CT Sender
  5. Usage Features
  6. Displayed Information
  7. Timing Operation
  8. Wireless CT Sender Pairing
  9. Warning Icons
  10. Maintenance Features
  11. Safety Information
  12. Warranty

The Cool Energy diverTech Solar Energy Diverter is a device designed to harvest surplus solar energy that would otherwise be exported to the grid and divert it to heating elements within a property. It monitors the whole-house electricity supply and, upon detecting export, begins to divert electricity in 100W increments, up to a maximum of 3600W. The system can connect and sequentially heat two elements, with Element 1 always taking priority. The device also features a built-in display that provides real-time data on unit status and total energy saved.

Function Description:

The primary function of the diverTech is to maximize the self-consumption of solar PV generated energy. When the PV array generates more power than the property is consuming, the diverTech uses a CT clamp to detect this surplus export energy. It then directs this energy to connected heating elements, such as immersion heaters or towel radiator elements. The heating elements should always have their own independent thermostat controls. The diverTech automatically detects when a heating element reaches its set temperature and switches off. If a second element is connected, it will then begin to heat the second element. Every 20 minutes, the diverTech re-checks the first element's demand for heat, prioritizing it over the second element. The device is designed to automatically adjust to changes in household consumption, ensuring that only surplus energy is diverted. In the event of a power cut, the diverTech will automatically restart and retain all settings and saved data.

Important Technical Specifications:

Cool Energy diverTech Solar Diverter:

  • Operating Voltage: AC 220-240V 50Hz
  • Maximum Permissible Load: 16A (Max 3.68kW)
  • Radio Frequency: 433MHz
  • Operating Temperature: -10 to 45°C
  • Standby Power: 1-3W
  • Dimensions: 130x218x63.5mm
  • Weight: 720g

Cool Energy diverTech Wireless CT Sender:

  • Power Supply: 2x AA 1.5V Batteries
  • Battery Life: Upto 24 Months
  • Radio Frequency: 433MHz
  • Operating Temperature: -25 to 45°C
  • Radio Range: Upto 30m Indoor / 250m Outdoor
  • Current Transformer: 50A / 50mA
  • Dimensions: 68x96x30mm
  • Weight: 70g

The diverTech is compliant with several standards, including EN62368-1:2014+A11:2017, LVD Directive 2014/35/EU, EN301 489-3 V2.1.1:2017, EN301 489-1 V2.2.0:2017, EN300 220-1 V3.1.1:2017, EN300 220-2 V3.1.1:2017, EN62479:2010, and Radio Equipment Directive RED 2014/53/EU.

Usage Features:

The diverTech features a user-friendly interface with a display and three buttons: "Display," "Up," and "Down," and a "Boost" button.

  • Display Button: Used to scroll through past and present savings data, as well as real-time information.
  • Up/Down Buttons: Used to scroll through timing settings.
  • Boost Button: Allows for manual boosting of heater outputs.

Displayed Information:

The display provides various information:

  • "Heating by solar xxx kW": Shows real-time energy being diverted.
  • "Water tank hot": Indicates when all elements are satisfied.
  • "Water heating off": Displays when there is no spare export energy to divert.
  • "Saving Today": Shows the energy diverted today.
  • "Saving Yesterday": Shows the energy diverted yesterday.
  • "7 Day Savings": Shows energy diverted over the past 7 days.
  • "Total Savings": Shows total energy diverted for all time.
  • "Time HH:MM": Displays the current time in 24-hour format.

Timing Operation:

The diverTech allows users to set up to three manual boost time periods. During these periods, the maximum output will be sent to the heater outputs, even if there isn't enough export power. Boost times are set using the "Up" and "Down" buttons. Pressing "Up" enters the setting page, and subsequent "Up" presses move to the next time period. The "Down" key selects the time to be adjusted and confirms the selection. Setting a boost time to 00:00 disables it.

Wireless CT Sender Pairing:

To pair the wireless CT sender with the diverTech unit:

  1. Ensure the sender unit has 2 x AA batteries installed.
  2. On the diverTech unit, press "Display" + "Down" buttons together for 1 second until "Pairing" is shown on the screen.
  3. On the sender unit, hold the middle button for 3 seconds to initiate connection.
  4. "Pairing Success" will be displayed upon successful pairing.
  5. If "Pairing Failed" is displayed, recheck and repeat the process.

Warning Icons:

The device displays warning icons for specific issues:

  • "Sender Battery Low": Indicates low batteries in the Wireless CT Sender, prompting replacement.
  • "Lost Signal to Sender": Suggests potential issues such as flat batteries in the Wireless CT Sender, the sender being too far away, signal obstruction, or interference.
  • "Overload": Detected when power draw exceeds 3.68kW, requiring a check of element sizing and grid voltage.

Maintenance Features:

  • Reset Data (Software): Pressing "Display" + "Boost" together clears all software data.
  • Reset Button (Hardware): Located under the wiring cover, this button clears all hardware data.

Safety Information:

  • Installation must be carried out by suitably competent persons.
  • Do not attempt to modify, repair, or service the appliance yourself.
  • Do not insert body parts or other items into air inlets or outlets.
  • Do not operate with wet fingers.
  • Keep the programmer unit out of reach of children.
  • Isolate the electrical supply during lightning strikes or if an odor/scorching is detected.
  • Only use for its intended purpose.
  • Ensure the area around the appliance is clean, well-ventilated, and free of obstructions.
  • Do not place items on top of the appliance or use it to support other appliances.
  • Do not stand on the appliance.
  • Isolate the electrical supply if the appliance will be switched off for more than two months.
  • Periodically check supports for deterioration.
  • Do not wash with water, alcohol, benzene, thinner, glass cleaner, or powders.
  • Isolate the electrical supply during cleaning.

Warranty:

The diverTech Solar Energy Diverter comes with a 3-year warranty, provided it is installed correctly by a qualified electrician and registered directly with Cool Energy within 30 days of delivery. The warranty requires the Dealer Invoice, Competent Person Scheme Registration, Installation Address, and Unit Serial Number. The warranty may be refused under certain circumstances, including broken case seals, modifications, incorrect installation, water ingress, damage to outer casings, lack of ventilation, or force majeure events.

Cool Energy diverTech Specifications

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BrandCool Energy
ModeldiverTech
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish