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Siemens Inhab Energy User Manual

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INHABIT™ ENERGY INSTALLATION GUIDE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Inhab
Energy
Smart Home
Energy Monitor
usa.siemens.com/InhabEM
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Siemens Inhab Energy Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSiemens
ModelInhab Energy
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Alert Symbol

Explains the purpose of the safety alert symbol used for potential injury hazards.

DANGER and WARNING Statements

Highlights critical hazards like dangerous voltage and necessary precautions for safe installation.

Before You Get Started

Preparation and Tools

Outlines prerequisites, safety measures, and recommended tools for installation.

What's in the Box

Included Components List

Lists all items provided with the Siemens Inhab Energy monitor kit.

Energy Monitor Connections

Port Identification and Layout

Details the location and function of all monitor ports and connectors for wiring.

Step 1: Get the App

Download and Install Mobile App

Guide to downloading and setting up the Siemens Inhab Energy mobile application via QR code.

Step 2: Turn Off Power and Remove Cover

Safely De-energize Electrical Panel

Instructions for safely de-energizing the electrical panel by turning off breakers.

Step 3: Find a Place for the Monitor

Selecting Monitor Mounting Location

Guidance on selecting a suitable location for the energy monitor within the electrical panel.

Step 4: Prepare for Internet Connection

Configure Wired LAN Connection

Steps for configuring wired LAN connectivity for the Inhab Energy monitor.

Configure Wi-Fi Connection

Steps for configuring Wi-Fi connectivity for the Inhab Energy monitor.

Step 5: Install Main Current Transformers

No Solar Main CT Installation

Instructions for connecting main CTs in a non-solar panel setup.

Breaker-Fed Solar Main CT Installation

Instructions for connecting main CTs in a breaker-fed solar system.

Line-Side Tap Solar Main CT Installation

Instructions for connecting main CTs in a line-side tap solar system.

Step 6: Plug in Voltage Sensing Wire Harness

Voltage Harness Connection

Connects the voltage sensing harness to the monitor's left-side port.

Step 7: Connect the Wire Harness

General Wire Harness Connection Guide

General guidance on connecting the wire harness to breakers based on system types.

Step 7(a): Two Empty Breakers and Two Main CTs

Split Phase Home Wiring

Specific wiring instructions for split phase homes with two empty breakers.

Step 7(b): No Empty Breaker and Two Main CTs

Split Phase Home Wiring (No Empty Breakers)

Specific wiring for split phase homes with no empty breakers.

Step 7(c): Three Empty Breakers and Three Main CTs

3-Phase System Wiring (Three Empty Breakers)

Specific wiring for 3-phase systems with three empty breakers.

Step 7(d): No Empty Breaker and Three Main CTs

3-Phase System Wiring (No Empty Breakers)

Specific wiring for 3-phase systems with no empty breakers.

Step 8: Plug in and Connect Branch Current Transformers

Branch CT Installation and Connection

Connects branch CTs to the monitor for load monitoring.

Step 8 (continued): Notes on CT Usage

Multi-Pole Breaker Monitoring

Discusses considerations for monitoring multi-pole breakers with CTs.

Step 8 (continued): Solar Monitoring

Solar Energy Measurement Configuration

Explains how to configure branch CTs for solar generation monitoring.

Step 9: Take a Photo of Your System

Installation Documentation Best Practice

Recommends documenting the installation for support purposes.

Step 10: Replace Cover and Turn On Breakers

Final Panel Reassembly and Power-Up

Final steps to secure the panel cover and restore power to circuits.

Step 11: Complete Setup

Mobile App Configuration Process

Guides the user to finish configuration using the mobile application.

Troubleshooting Tips

App Not Finding Monitor Issue

Addresses issues where the app cannot detect the Inhab Energy device.

No Real-time Data in App Issue

Troubleshoots problems with the app not receiving live measurements.

Troubleshooting Tips (Continued)

No Solar or Grid Measurements Issue

Solves issues with the app not displaying solar or grid energy data.

Inhab Energy LED Lights

Wi-Fi Status Indicators

Explains the meaning of Wi-Fi LED lights for connection status.

Wired LAN Status Indicators

Explains the meaning of Wired LAN LED lights for connection status.

Technical Details

Energy Monitor Specifications

Lists technical details for the Inhab Energy monitor unit.

Main Current Transformer Specifications

Provides technical specifications for the main CTs.

Branch Current Transformer Specifications

Provides technical specifications for the branch CTs.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

FCC Interference Guidelines

Details FCC regulations regarding radio frequency interference for digital devices.

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