KiloVault HAB 7.5 User Manual

KiloVault HAB / Sol-Ark
Closed Loop Communication
Introduction
KiloVault has worked with Sol-Ark to enable closed loop communication between the Sol-Ark hybrid
inverter and the KiloVault HAB.
What is closed loop communication and why do I want it? Closed loop communication is active 2-way
communication between the Sol-Ark and the HAB. This communication greatly reduces the amount of
manual setup and allows the HAB and the Sol-Ark to work together more closely and efficiently.
Hardware and Software Needed
● Sol-Ark
○ Sol-Ark 8K / 12K Indoor, or 5K / 8K / 12K Outdoor - Updated to the most recent
firmware.
○ Tools for stripping and cutting wires if needed.
● KiloVault
○ HAB - Updated to the most recent firmware using the HAB iT mobile app
○ The HAB iT mobile app
■ Apple iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kilovault-hab-it/id1528264614
■ Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kilovault.battery
○ V1, V2 & Early V3 HABs - HAB to Inverter Amphenol AT06 6S Modbus Cable.
■ You will have to build the HAB to Sol-Ark cable using the supplied
communications cable, plus an RJ45 Male to 8 Pin Screw Terminal Connector.
RJ45 Male to 8 Pin Screw Terminal Connectors can be found online.
The instructions are below.
■ Small screwdriver for the Screw Terminal Connector
● If you are not using the suggested RJ45 Male to 8 Pin Screw Terminal
Connector you will need
○ An RJ45 connector.
○ Crimping tool for RJ45 connectors.
■ Early V1 HABs cannot be updated through the cloud. Contact KiloVault for a kit
to update the HABs locally using a personal computer.
○ Late V3, V4 HABs - RJ485 HAB to Inverter Modbus Cable. It is labeled “RS485
communication cable between battery & inverter.” The ends are identical.
You can download documentation for the KiloVault HAB and HAB iT mobile app here -
https://kilovault.com/kilovault-hab-series/.
You can download documentation for the Sol-Ark hybrid inverters here -
https://www.sol-ark.com/support/.
V1.02 - July 2022
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KiloVault HAB 7.5 Specifications

General

Brand	KiloVault
Model	HAB 7.5
Category	Storage
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to KiloVault HAB Sol-Ark Communication

Hardware and Software Requirements

Instructions for Sol-Ark RS485 Connections

Sol-Ark RS485 Connection Types and Locations

Details the types and physical locations of RS485 connections on Sol-Ark inverters.

Circuit Board Location Identification

Identifies the location of the circuit board relevant for connections in all Sol-Ark models.

Sol-Ark Circuit Board Types

Sol-Ark 8K Indoor Circuit Board

Illustrates and describes the circuit board for the Sol-Ark 8K Indoor model.

Sol-Ark 12K Indoor Circuit Board

Illustrates and describes the circuit board for the Sol-Ark 12K Indoor model.

Sol-Ark 5K, 8K, 12K Outdoor Circuit Board

Illustrates and describes the circuit board for Sol-Ark 5K, 8K, 12K Outdoor models.

HAB V1, V2, Early V3 HAB Connection Details

Amphenol AT06 6S Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the Amphenol AT06 6S connector used on HAB to inverter cables.

Wiring Diagram and Connection Steps

Wiring Diagram Overview

Provides a visual representation of the wiring between HAB and Sol-Ark connectors.

Step-by-Step Wiring Procedure

Detailed instructions for connecting the HAB to the Sol-Ark inverter.

Sol-Ark Port Identification for Connection

Sol-Ark 8K Indoor RJ45 Port

Specifies the correct RJ45 port for the Sol-Ark 8K Indoor model.

Sol-Ark 12K Indoor RS-485 Port

Specifies the correct RS-485 port for the Sol-Ark 12K Indoor model.

Sol-Ark Outdoor Battery CAN Bus Port

Identifies the correct port for Sol-Ark 5K/8K/12K Outdoor models.

HAB V3 and V4 RS485 Cable Information

RS485 (RJ45/8P8C) Cable Pin Definitions

Details the pin definitions for the RS485 communication cable used with HAB V3 and V4.

HAB Configuration and Setup

HAB to HAB Communication Setup

Instructions for connecting multiple HAB units and designating a Leader.

HAB iT Mobile App for Firmware Update

Guide to using the HAB iT app for firmware updates and initial setup.

Sol-Ark Configuration Settings for HAB Integration

Setting Inverter Protocol in HAB iT

Ensures the correct inverter protocol setting ('0011') is configured in the HAB.

Sol-Ark Battery Setup Menu Configuration

Configures the 'Batt' tab in the Sol-Ark's Battery Setup menu.

Detailed Sol-Ark Battery Setup Parameters

Sol-Ark Batt Tab Settings

Configuration details for Batt Capacity, Charge, and Discharge settings.

Sol-Ark Discharge Tab Settings

Configuration of discharge parameters, including BMS_Err_Stop.

Sol-Ark Charge and Discharge Parameter Details

Sol-Ark Charge Tab Parameters

Specific values for Float, Absorption, and Equalization voltages.

Sol-Ark Discharge Tab Parameters

Details on Shutdown, Low Batt, Restart, and Batt Empty V settings.