Fosera EVO Series User manual

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Engineered
in Germany
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USER MANUAL

Warranties
We trust in the quality of our products. All Fosera battery boxes, PV modules and lighting products come
with 3 years warranty. During this period, we guarantee that our products are free from defects in material or
workman-ship. The remote control within PAYG systems comes with a 1 year warranty.
Please contact your dealer or local Fosera sales agent if you experience any problems with the product. Your
local dealer will then assess the defect and decide whether the product can be repaired or has to be repla-
ced. Fosera shall not be responsible for any consequential damage or damage that exceeds the value of the
product. A warranty repair does not extend the warranty period.
Appliances, like radio, TV or fans are not included in the overall Fosera warranty for electronic components
and may have different warranty terms.
The warranty becomes invalid if the device is used other than intended by the manufacturer. This warranty does
not cover failures caused by wrong installation or set up or unusual use. The warranty is also void in case of
repairs by any unauthorized or untrained person.
Recycling information
Do not throw any of the components or the controller box into the regular trash when discarding. Please
recycle to help minimize pollution and to protect the global environment. All Fosera components used for
manufacturing the system are recyclable. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics
Equipment (WEEE) regulations, please visit the following webpage:
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/waste/weee/index_en.html
Introduction
The Fosera EVO will provide you with years of reliable electrical energy. Fosera systems have been developed
according to German engineering standards to meet your daily energy needs.
The Fosera EVO system uses:
• Smart SHS function for optimal power and load management.
• High quality lithium iron phosphate batteries managed by our intelligent
battery charger to ensure a long battery life.
• A solar panel, designed to withstand adverse weather conditions.
• Fosera lamps that use bright and highly-efficient LED lights for low energy
consumption and have a very long life-span.
• A very easy to install configuration that allows anyone to install the system without technical skills.
Please read and follow the instructions carefully before using the product.
Package content for installation
Solar panel (packaged separately)
IR remote
Mounting set 4 x
User manual
Tube light
Fosera EVO
Power Line Lamps
Radio 100
www.fosera.com
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in Germany
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USER MANUAL
Optional appliances (not included)
Warranty card
Name of the product:
Date and place of purchase:
Name and contact of local retailer:
For support please contact your local retailer or our headquarters via [e-mail].
fosera TV

Security advice/ maintenance
• Place the solar panel in direct sunlight for maximum efficiency.
• Clean the solar panel from time to time to ensure proper power output.
• Keep all Fosera products in a safe place and make sure the panel is installed securely, so it can not fall down.
• Protect the battery box, the appliances and the PAYG remote from rain and direct sunlight. Indoor use only.
• Keep the battery box and the appliances clean.
• The ideal temperature for the functional capability of all fosera products is between 0°Celsius and
50°Celsius.
Do`s:
• Do not expose the system to any liquids or rain.
• Do not open or repair any component of the solar system by yourself.
• This should be only done by an authorized technician. Otherwise the warranty will be void.
• If the cables are damaged, make sure that they are repaired or replaced.
• Do not use loads and appliances that are not designed or certified for the system by Fosera (except for
the USB port).
• Only use the provided panels to charge the battery. Other panels or chargers will harm the system and
therefore result in a loss of warranty.
• The system components, including the solar panel, are not fire resistant.
• Keep away from fire.
• The battery contains a high amount of electrical energy. It is important that all short circuits are prevented.
Dont`s:
Installation
• Avoid any shading of the panel.
• The angle should be at least 15 degrees
to ensure that the rain can wash dirt from
the panel.
• Make sure that the solar panel is securely moun-
ted to withstand heavy winds and storms.
• Clean the panel regularly.
Mount the Fosera EVO on the wall with the screws and wall plugs provided. Alternatively it is possible to
place the Fosera EVO on the floor. Indoor use only!
Set the Fosera EVO to installation mode: Turn the until menu installation mode is shown. Push the
to activate the options. Then turn the until the display shows 'Load off'. Press the or the
to quit the menu.
Connect the solar panel to the screw clamp labeled with panel. As soon as the Fosera EVO is connected
to the solar panel, press the . The display will indicate, that the systems battery is charging and is
well connected to the solar module.
Connect the cable of the Fosera appliances up to 3 A to the blue sockets of the Fosera EVO and higher
load appliances to the screw clamp outputs.
Place the solar panel in direction of the sun for maximum performance.
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2
3
4
If using, connect the lead-acid battery to the screw clamp labelled with PB. Make sure to connect first
only the wires 1and 2to the Fosera EVO system, and once you have tightened the screw on the
Fosera EVO system, connect the wires 3and 4to the lead-acid battery, this step is very important
to avoid a short circuit for the lead-acid battery while connecting it to the system.
Make sure to connect only small loads on Fosera EVO Fosera jacks (3A) and bigger loads to EX1
or EX 2 (10A).The biggest load connect to “Load” clamp (15A).
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Battery
+
-
GND
PB +
smart SHS EX 1 EX 2 Panel 2 Load Panel 1
GND
GND GND GND GND
GND
PB +
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3 4
Place the appliances at your desired location and use the hook screw, which is included in your Fosera
EVO package. Make sure the cable is not pulled too tightly. If you need to extend the cable please use a
cable provided by Fosera.
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Switch off the installation mode.
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Contact
Headquarters
Fosera GmbH & Co. KGaA
Beim Muehlbach 3
89171 Illerkirchberg
Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: inf[email protected]
Visit our website: www.fosera.com
Local retailer

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If the system is stored longer than the rated maximum storage
time, it has to be recharged regularly with the solar panel. Please
note that battery failures caused by inappropriate system storage
are not covered by warranty.
Technical data
12.8 V
LiFePO4
80
7.6
160
15.2
240
22.8
320
30.4
Unit
Ah
*At 50% state of charge and temperature below 25°C.
W
77 154 192192
A
612 1515
A
612 1515
Ambient temperature
Fosera EVO
Nominal system voltage
Lithium capacity (built in)
Ah10-20 15-35 40-6030-50
25 V
2 x 5 V / 1 A
2 x USB, 4 x Fosera Jack, 1 screw terminal load, 2 screw
terminal special outlets
Connectors 1 screw terminal lead acid battery, 2 x PV module
0-50°C, max. battery lifetime at 15-25°C
16 mm²
Overcurrent, shortcircuit, overload, temperature protection
Every 12 V lead acid battery (gel, AGM, open, sealed)
Recommended lead capacity
Battery type
Nominal system output
Max. load output current
Max. PV open circuit voltage
Max. charging current
Integrated USB outlet
Outlet connectors
Max. cable cross section
Protection functions
Compatible external lead batteries
2 years
Storage time of battery*
Fosera appliances are designed to last a long time and are extremely efficient.
The appliances can therefore be used for many hours every day.
Fosera appliances can operate at any voltage of the system and in a wide range of temperatures.
All appliances are designed for indoor use with the exception of the solar panel. Protect them from rain and
direct sunlight.
Solar panel input
Jack outlet
High power applianceNormal appliance
Back Outlets
Side Outlets
USB outlet
smart SHS
EX 1 EX 2 Panel 2 Load Panel 1
GND
GND GND GND GND
GND
PB +

The Pay As You Go (PAYG) function in your system will switch off the power of your system once it is out of
credit. With a purchased token from your distributer and your IR remote control you can add credit to your
system for several days. The PAYG status is illustrated by a message on the bottom of the screen.
PAYG operation
• Indication messages
No message on the screen: The system has plenty of credit.
"Credit Low!“ message: The system has low credit and will switch off soon, but
can still be used.
"No Credit!“ The system is out of credit and power supply is switched off. User
needs to charge with credit.
• Recharging credit:
Once the credit of the system is low or empty you need to purchase new credit from your distributor.
Once you received your token (e.g. *023-563-...#) you need to enter the token into your remote to recharge your
system. While entering the token in your remote you need to point it towards your system. The system gives the
following feedback via a blue indication (PAYG indicator):
PAYG indicator is blinking by pres-
sing: The entered digit, hash or star
is accepted by the system.
PAYG indicator is blinking 6x slow-
ly: The entered code is valid and
changed the credit state.
6x
3x
PAYG indicator is blinking 3x slow-
ly: The entered code is valid but
credit state is not changed.
PAYG indicator is blinking 3x fast:
Something went wrong (Error). En-
ter the code again starting with
*
PAYG indicator is blinking 12x fast:
The entered code is invalid.
3x
12x
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Error Indication
If the bottom of the display shows the error 'short circuit or over cur-
rent‘, then too many 'high consumption appliances‘ are connected to
the system or there is a short circuit.
→ Solution for over current:
Disconnect one or more appliances from the system and wait
for 30 seconds. If the error remains, continue to disconnect
loads.
Over current / short circuit:
Deep Discharge:
→ Solution:
Connect the solar panel to the Fosera EVO.
If the battery sign shows a completely empty battery or the message:
'Li-Battery has low charge‘, the battery has a low state of charge.
→ Solution for short circuit:
Set the system to the installation mode while accessing the
screw clamps.
USB is not working :
→ Solution:
Press the and check if the battery has still some charge left.
Check if the USB sign in the top right corner is active.
USB does not charge the phone.

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USB ports
The USB automatically turns on if the system is operating (panel connected, loads connected, the pushed). If
the system is not in use, it automatically turns off after 24 hours. To restart the system, press the or charge
the system.
Operation
Box mode
During and after delivery or storage the system is in box mode where all functions and outlets are switched
off. The box mode will be also engaged if the system is not used for 1 day, this means there is no charging, di-
scharging or buttons pressed. The USB port is switched off after 24h of not being used. To activate the system
to normal operation simply charge the system with the solar module or by pressing the .
System status
Check the status of the system by pressing the if the display is turned off.
100 %
75 %
50 %
25 %
Battery status
The system is charging.
The system is not charging.
Input current.
State of charge of the battery. If the
system is hybrid then two batteries will
be displayed.
Output current.
USB output is on.
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2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
5
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6Return button.
Rotateable & pushable sunbutton.
Homebutton.
PAYG indicator
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The outlet acts like a normal outlet and provides power as long as there is energy in
the battery.
The outlet switches on as soon as it gets dark outside. During daytime the outlet is
switched off. This outlet can be used to power a security light during the night.
When the battery is nearly empty the outlet switches off automatically. This outlet can
be used to power low priority loads like a TV and in case of a low power battery, there
is still energy left for light.
This outlet is always on when the battery is fully charged.
Navigation
This menu allows to set the EX1/EX2 and the Jack outputs to the different modes.
To set the mode repeatedly press the until the arrow on the right points to the nee-
ded outlet. Then turn the button until the desired mode is reached.
Press the to switch to the next output or press the to exit the switching mode.
Turn the to switch between the menus.
Menu 1: Battery voltages
Menu 2: Current menu
Menu 3: Outlet settings
Menu 4: Battery settings
Menu 5: Installation mode
Normal outlet:
Night light:
Priority outlet:
Excess outlet:
This menu shows the connected batteries, their voltages and the total stack voltage.
If a lead acid battery is connected, it will also show the lead-acid battery voltage.
This menu shows the current of each output.
In this menu the connected lead-acid battery can be selected.
For optimal system performance and charge method of the lead acid battery , different
lead acid battery types can be chosen. You can select between Sealed, Flooded, Gel,
AGM lead acid battery.
If you are not sure which type of battery you have, please contact the manufacturer of
the battery.
If you are using the system without a lead acid battery this setting can be ignored.
This menu allows switching off all in and outputs in order to prevent a short circuit while
connecting appliances, batteries or the solar panel to the system.
Always first connect the cable to the screw clamps on the Fosera EVO and then to the lead acid battery.
Please note, that even in the installation mode, when the acid battery is connected, the acid battery
screw clamps should not be shorted.
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