The Franklin Home Power (FHP) system is a comprehensive energy storage solution designed for residential use, comprising aPower X and aGate X units along with other electrical components. This Quick Installation Guide specifically applies to the aPower X and aGate X products. The system is engineered to provide reliable home power, integrating solar, grid, and battery power management.
Function Description:
The FHP system manages and stores energy from various sources, including solar panels and the utility grid, to provide continuous power to a home. The aGate X acts as the central control unit, integrating solar input, grid connection, generator input (optional), and the aPower X battery units. It features smart circuit connections to manage specific loads and backup load terminals for critical appliances during grid outages. The aPower X units are the battery storage components, designed to store excess energy and discharge it when needed. The system supports both indoor and outdoor installations, with specific environmental and spacing requirements to ensure optimal performance and safety. Remote access and monitoring are enabled through a smartphone application, allowing homeowners and installers to view real-time energy data and manage system parameters.
Important Technical Specifications:
aGate X:
- Solar Terminal: Max Continuous Current 64A, Max OCPD 80A.
- aPower Terminal: Max Continuous Current 80A, Max OCPD 100A.
- Smart Circuits 1, 2: Max Continuous Current 40A, Max OCPD 50A.
- Smart Circuit 3: Max Continuous Current 64A, Max OCPD 80A.
- Grid Terminal: Max Continuous Current 160A, Max OCPD 200A.
- Generator Terminal: Max Continuous Current 160A, Max OCPD 200A.
- Non-backup Load Terminals: Max Continuous Current 160A, Max OCPD 200A.
- Backup Load Terminals: Max Continuous Current 160A, Max OCPD 200A.
- Bus Bar Amp Rating: 280A.
- Data Interchange Cable Lengths:
- aPower X and aGate X: 98.4ft (30m)
- aGate X to Generator: 98.4ft (30m)
- aGate X to Router: 328.1ft (100m)
- Split CT: 49.2ft (15m)
- Noise Factor: < 45dB.
- Power Wiring: WAGO terminals for aPower X connection require 10AWG power wire. Recommended strip length for WAGO terminal cable: 0.47 to 0.55in (12 to 14mm).
- Circuit Breakers (Optional, provided by installer/customer):
- Solar Breakers (2-Pole, 240V):
- 10kAIC: 30A (Eaton# BR230, Siemens# Q230, Schneider# HOM230) up to 80A (Eaton# BR280, Siemens# Q280, Schneider# HOM280).
- 22kAIC: 30A (Eaton# BRH230, Siemens# Q230H) up to 80A (Eaton# BRH280, Siemens# Q280H).
- aPower X Breakers (2-Pole, 240V):
- 10kAIC: 30A (Eaton# BR230, Siemens# Q230, Schneider# HOM230) up to 100A (Eaton# BR2100, Siemens# Q2100, Schneider# HOM2100).
- 22kAIC: 30A (Eaton# BRH230, Siemens# Q230H) up to 100A (Eaton# BRH2100, Siemens# Q2100H).
- Smart Circuit 1, 2 Breakers (1-Pole, 240V, 10kAIC): 20A (CH120) up to 50A (CH150, CHF150).
- Smart Circuit 1+2 Breakers (2-Pole, 240V, 10kAIC): 30A (CH230, CHF230) up to 50A (CH250, CHF250).
- Smart Circuit 3 Breakers (2-Pole, 240V, 10kAIC): 30A (CH230, CHF230) up to 80A (CH280, CHF280).
- Grid Breakers (2-Pole, 240V):
- 10kAIC: 100A (BW2100) up to 200A (BW2200).
- 25kAIC: 100A (CSR2100, BWH2100N) up to 200A (CSR2200N, BWH2200N).
- Generator Breakers (2-Pole, 240V):
- 10kAIC: 100A (BW2100) up to 200A (BW2200).
- 25kAIC: 100A (CSR2100, BWH2100N) up to 200A (CSR2200N, BWH2200N).
- Backup Port Breakers (2-Pole, 240V):
- 10kAIC: 100A (BW2100) up to 200A (BW2200).
- 25kAIC: 100A (CSR2100, BWH2100N) up to 200A (CSR2200N, BWH2200N).
Usage Features:
- Flexible Installation: Both aPower X and aGate X units can be installed indoors or outdoors. Outdoor installations require a sheltered location protected from direct sun, rain, and snow.
- Scalable Power: The system supports multiple aPower X units, allowing for scalable energy storage capacity. Connections for more than three aPower X units require consulting FranklinWH for technical support.
- Smart Energy Management: The aGate X integrates various power sources (solar, grid, generator) and manages energy flow to optimize consumption, storage, and backup power.
- Remote Monitoring and Control: The FranklinWH smartphone app provides real-time data on energy flow, system status, and allows for setting FHP parameters.
- Backup Power: The system provides backup power to critical loads during grid outages, ensuring essential appliances remain operational.
- Smart Circuits: Optional Smart Circuits allow for granular control and monitoring of specific loads within the home. Smart Circuit 3 is specifically designed for 240V loads without a neutral wire.
- Generator Integration: The aGate X can integrate with a smart generator, providing an additional layer of backup power. Signal exchange between the generator and aGate X may require referring to the generator's manual.
- Network Connectivity: The aGate X connects to the home network via an Eth2 port on the EMS module for remote access and communication.
Maintenance Features:
- Professional Installation and Maintenance: The document emphasizes that the FHP system is intended for use by professional installation and maintenance service providers only.
- Clearance Requirements: Specific clearance distances are mandated for aGate X and aPower X units from the floor, ceiling, and other units to ensure proper ventilation, safety, and accessibility for maintenance.
- Protection During Installation: Warnings are provided to cover heat dissipation holes and shield internal components during drilling to prevent damage from debris.
- Cable Management: Recommendations for cable types (Type 600V TC insulated communication cables with metal connectors if sharing conduits with power wires) and proper stripping lengths for WAGO terminals are given to ensure safe and reliable connections.
- Regular Inspections: Although not explicitly detailed as a maintenance feature, the emphasis on proper installation and adherence to local codes and standards implies the need for regular inspections to ensure continued safe operation.
- Warranty Information: Users are directed to the "Franklin Home Power Limited Warranty" for detailed warranty information, indicating a structured approach to product support.
- Disposal Guidelines: Instructions for the proper disposal of scrapped products, including internal chemicals and electrical materials, are provided, highlighting environmental responsibility.
- Feedback Mechanism: An email address (service@franklinwh.com) is provided for users to send questions or comments, facilitating ongoing support and product improvement.
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