EG4 18KPV User Manual

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9.1 Firmware Update via EG4 Electronics App .................................................................................................... 68
9.2 Firmware Update via Hard-Wired Ethernet Connection ............................................................................... 68
9.3 Firmware Update via Monitor Center (website)............................................................................................ 70
10 Smartphone App Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 71
10.1 Local Monitoring Setup with the EG4 Monitor app ....................................................................................... 73
10.2 Troubleshooting Wi-Fi module ...................................................................................................................... 73
11 Operation Guide..................................................................................................................................................... 74
11.1 Operation Mode and Function ...................................................................................................................... 74
11.1.1 Self-Usage Mode .................................................................................................................................... 74
11.1.2 Charge First Mode .................................................................................................................................. 75
11.1.3 AC Charger Mode ................................................................................................................................... 76
11.1.4 Grid Peak-Shaving Function ................................................................................................................... 76
11.1.5 Smart Load Function .............................................................................................................................. 76
11.2 Rapid Shutdown (RSD) ................................................................................................................................... 77
11.2.1 External RSD ........................................................................................................................................... 77
11.2.2 External RSD Wiring Instructions ........................................................................................................... 78
11.3 LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... 79
11.3.1 Viewing Information and Alarm Fault/Record ....................................................................................... 79
11.3.2 Setting Parameters ................................................................................................................................. 80
11.4 Inverter Start-Up and Shutdown Procedure .................................................................................................. 84
11.4.1 Starting up the inverter .......................................................................................................................... 84
11.4.2 Shutting down the inverter .................................................................................................................... 85
12 Troubleshooting & Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 85
12.1 Regular Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 85
12.2 LED Description .............................................................................................................................................. 85
12.3 Troubleshooting Based on LCD Screen .......................................................................................................... 86
12.3.1 Faults on the LCD and Fault List ............................................................................................................. 86
12.3.2 Alarm on the LCD and Alarm List ........................................................................................................... 88
13 Standards and Certifications ................................................................................................................................... 90
14 Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 90

EG4 18KPV Specifications

General

Model	EG4 18KPV
Category	Inverter
Rated Power	18 kW
Max. AC Output Current	75A
Surge Power	36 kW
Number of MPPTs	2
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature	-25°C to 60°C
Warranty	5 years
Output Voltage	120/240VAC
Communication	RS485
Cooling	Fan
Weight	77 lbs (35 kg)
Dimensions	670 x 530 x 220 mm