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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
© 2023 Enphase Energy Inc. All rights reserved. June 2023
USM-00005-2.0
Enphase IQ8 Series Microinverters I
Q8AC
and IQ8HC
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enphase IQ8 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMicroinverter
AC Frequency60Hz
Maximum Input DC Voltage60V
CEC Efficiency97.5%
Peak Efficiency97.5%
Efficiency97.5%
Enclosure RatingNEMA 6
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to +65°C
Warranty25 years
AC Voltage240V
ModelIQ8

Summary

Safety Information

Product Labels and Symbols

Describes warning labels and safety symbols used in the manual.

Microinverter and Cable Safety

Covers safety precautions for microinverters, IQ cables, and DC cables.

Enphase IQ System Components

IQ8 Series Microinverters

The smart grid-ready microinverters that convert DC to AC power.

IQ Gateway and Installer Tools

Details the IQ Gateway's role and the Enphase Installer App/Portal.

Microinverter Functionality and Design

How IQ8 Series Microinverters Work

Explains MPPT operation, system monitoring, reliability, and ease of design.

Installation Planning

PV Module Compatibility

Details compatibility requirements for PV modules with IQ8 Series Microinverters.

Earthing Considerations

Discusses grounding requirements for PV arrays and racking.

Electrical and Network Requirements

Branch Circuit Capacity

Specifies limits for the number of microinverters per AC branch circuit.

Network Voltage and Surge Protection

Covers network voltage requirements and lightning/surge protection.

Parts and Tools Required

Enphase Equipment and IQ Cable

Lists required Enphase components and IQ Cable models.

Installation Tools and Accessories

Details necessary tools, sealing caps, terminators, and disconnect tools.

Enphase Microinverter Installation

Installation Steps Overview

Lists the key steps involved in installing the IQ8 Series Microinverters.

Installation: Cable and Junction Box Setup

Positioning the IQ Cable

Planning and laying out the IQ Cable section.

Positioning the Junction Box

Installing the junction box and connecting AC power.

Installation: Mounting and Cabling

Mounting the Microinverters

Details mounting microinverters and torque specifications.

Creating an Installation Map

Documenting the physical location of each microinverter in the PV array.

Installation: Connections and Termination

Managing the Cabling

Securing and routing the IQ Cable, avoiding damage and loops.

Connecting the Microinverters

Connecting the IQ Cable to the microinverters and sealing unused connectors.

Installation: Cable Termination

Terminating the Unused End of the IQ Cable

Procedures for sealing single-phase and multi-phase IQ Cable ends.

Installation: PV Connection and Energization

Connecting the PV Modules

Connecting DC leads from PV modules to microinverters and checking status LED.

System Energization and Monitoring

Energizing the System

Turning on the system, checking LEDs, and understanding system ramp-up.

Setting Up and Activating Monitoring

Guides on setting up system monitoring via the IQ Gateway.

Troubleshooting and Error Resolution

LED Status and Error Indications

Interpreting LED colors and flash patterns for system status.

DC Resistance Low Error

Diagnosing and clearing the 'DC Resistance Low - Power Off' condition.

Troubleshooting Inoperable Microinverters

Troubleshooting Steps

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with inoperable microinverters.

Microinverter Replacement Procedure

Disconnecting a Microinverter

Procedures for safely disconnecting a microinverter from the system.

Installing a Replacement Microinverter

Steps for mounting and connecting a replacement microinverter.

IQ Cable Planning and Accessories

Connector Spacing Options

Available IQ Cable spacing for different module orientations.

IQ Cable Accessories

Details on accessories like raw cable, connectors, and clips.

IQ Cable Tools and Relay

IQ Cable Tools

Information on IQ Disconnect Tool, Sealing Caps, and Terminators.

IQ Relay

Details on IQ Relays and their function in phase coupling.

Technical Data

Technical Considerations

Matching PV modules to microinverters, voltage, and current specifications.

Bifacial Modules and Anti-islanding

Compatibility with bifacial modules and anti-islanding compliance.

IQ8 AC-72-M-INT Specifications

DC and AC Parameters

Detailed DC and AC electrical specifications for the IQ8AC-72-M-INT microinverter.

IQ8 AC-72-M-INT Features and Compliance

Miscellaneous and Compliance

Covers miscellaneous parameters, compatibility, and compliance standards.

IQ8 HC-72-M-INT Specifications

DC and AC Parameters

Detailed DC and AC electrical specifications for the IQ8HC-72-M-INT microinverter.

IQ8 HC-72-M-INT Features and Compliance

Features and Compliance

Covers features, compatibility, and compliance standards for IQ8HC.

Enphase Installation Map

Single-Phase Wiring Diagram

Multi-Phase Wiring Diagram

Revision History

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