FRANKLINWH aPower X User manual

Franklin Home Power Quick Installation Guide
Version 1.0
Issued on: September 28, 2022

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Tools
DANGER:
Special care must be taken to protect personal safety.
PPE must be worn during transfer and installation.
WARNING:
Please use proper protective measures, such as foam or protective cloth, keep
aPower X and aGate X well protected from hard objects that may damage their
exterior appearance or body during the handling and installation.
Torque Requirements
Screws and their corresponding torques
Screw Type
Cross head cross screwdriver
Tightening torque
M4
PH2
1.03lbf·ft (1.4N·M)
M5
PH2
2.21lbf·ft (3.0N·M)
M6
PH3
4.42lbf·ft (6.0N·M)
Please refer to the Franklin Home Power Installation Guide for more information.

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Installation Requirements
Installation Environment
The aPower X and aGate X units can be installed indoors or outdoors.
•If it is installed outdoors, it should be in a sheltered location that is protected from direct
exposure to sunshine, rain and snow for long periods of time.
•Whether installed indoors or outdoors, the noise factor (< 45dB) must be taken into account
when selecting the installation site for each aPower X.
The aPower X and aGate X installation area should be kept in a dry, cool, well-ventilated.
The aPower X and aGate X installation area should be protected from access by children and
away from any source of heat and/or fire, water, flammable, explosive materials, dust,
smoke, uneven, and grassland or soft ground.
DANGER:
➢Please handle with care.
➢Do not use a dropped product or a product that has been
subjected to a strong impact force. Otherwise, safety risks
(such as cell leakage and electric shock) may arise.
Cement
board
or slate
shelter
shelter
shelter
shelter
shelter
Direct exposure to sunshine, rain
and snow for long periods of time
Fire or Flammable
Material
Water
Grassland or
Soft ground
Uneven

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Installation Method
aPower X supports floor-mounted installation and wall-mounted installation. A mounting bracket
is required to hold the equipment to the wall.
aGate X may be wall mounted or embedded in the wall.
Installation Space
•aGate X:
There should be a minimum clearance of 5D (D is the outer diameter of electrical conduits)
from the aGate X bottom to the floor and from the top of the aGate X to the ceiling. The
recommended distance between the bottom of the aGate X and the ground is 48 in. (1.22m)
and should not exceed 64 in. (1.63m). The maximum distance between the power switch
button on the aGate X and the ground shall not exceed 90 in. (2.29m). Please finalize the
installation height in accordance with the specific site conditions.
•aPower X:
There should be a minimum clearance of 5D (D is the outer diameter of electrical conduits)
from the top of aPower X to the ceiling.
When the aPower X is mounted on the wall, the recommended distance between the bottom
of mounting bracket and the ground is 19.7 in. (0.5m), but not exceed 54.25 in. (1.38m). The
maximum distance between the switch button on the aPower X and the ground shall not
exceed 90 in. (2.29m).
The recommended distance between multiple aPower X units is 12 in. (0.3m), with a minimum
of at least 6 in. (0.15m).
•The recommended space distance in front of the wall in the installation area is 72 in.(1.83m).
Recommended
72in.(1.83m)
aGate X
aPower X
aPower X
aPower X
Recommended
12in.(0.3m)
Minimum
6in.(0.15m)
≥ 5D (D is the outer diameter of electrical conduits)
Recommended
48in.(1.22m)
≥ 5D (D is the outer diameter of electrical conduits)
Recommended
12in.(0.3m)
Minimum
6in.(0.15m)
Recommended
12in.(0.3m)
Minimum
6in.(0.15m)
The distance between the bottom
of mounting bracket and the ground
is not exceed 54.25 in. (1.38m).

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•Maximum allowable cable length between data exchange devices.
Data interchange equipment
Maximum cable length
aPower X and aGate X
98.4ft (30m)
aGate X to Generator
98.4ft (30m)
aGate X to Router
328.1ft (100m)
External CT
16.4ft (5m)
DANGER:
Avoid drilling holes in the water pipes and cables buried in the wall.
WARNING:
➢Cover the aPower X top heat dissipation hole to protect from gravel dust
during drilling.
➢Final installation method and spacing to comply with licensed Structural
Engineering Design.
➢Must comply with all local codes and standards.

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Introduction to the aGate X
Name
Max Current
Name
Max Current
Solar terminal
80A
Generator terminal
200A
aPower terminal
100A
Bonding jumper
280A
Smart Circuits 1, 2
50A
Non-backup load terminals
160A
Smart Circuit 3
80A
Backup load terminals
160A
Grid terminal
200A
Combiner box terminal
30A
Wireless
module
aPower
terminal
Generator
assembly terminal
Bonding jumper
Grid relay
Reserved
generator relay
location
Solar
terminal
EMS
module
Smart Circuit
terminals
Grid terminal
Ground
bar kit
Non-backup
load terminals
Backup load
terminals
Neutral bar kit
aGate X power
switch
WARNING:
The power sources
must be connected to
FHP at the
corresponding ports.

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Remove the Inner Panel and Door from the aGate X
•Remove the Inner Panel
Use a #3X4” Phillips head screwdriver or an electric screwdriver with a Phillips head cross screw
bit. Turn the 6 combination screws fastening the inner panel counterclockwise to remove the
screws. Remove the aGate X inner panel and properly store it.
•Remove the Door
Use a #2X4” Phillips head screwdriver. Turn the 6 countersunk screws fastening the hinges on
the aGate X door counterclockwise to remove the screws. Remove the aGate X door and
properly store it.
Inner Panel
Door
Remove the screws in
the red circle from
inside

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Mount the aGate X on a Wall
DANGER:
Avoid drilling holes in the water pipes and cables buried in the wall.
WARNING:
Cover the aPower X top heat dissipation hole to protect from gravel dust
during drilling.
Based on the preplanned
installation position and electrical
conduit arrangement, the installer
may choose to remove the
knockouts or plugs in the aGate X.
Included Sealing washers
(x4) must be installed

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Remove some aPower X accessories
●Open the aPower X wiring compartment cover, and remove the 3 external cables.
●Remove the water-proof lock using an adjustable wrench (turn the lock nut counterclockwise
until the lock is removed).
●If a signal cable hole is needed, remove the lower plug.
WARNING:
Connect cables in accordance with local installation laws and regulations.
Open Clip and
pull it out
Run power cable through here
Run signal cable through here

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Installing the aPower X
Special Wall/Baseboard Installation
Case 1: Concave Baseboard
Case 2: Protruding Baseboard
Case 3: Uneven Wall
Solution
Method ①. Use wooden or steel spacers
at the recessed part of the baseboard (to
keep it flush with the wall).
Method ②. Fix the bracket using 6 bolts
at the recommended positions, as shown
in the figure.
Solution
Use steel spacers (to the same
thickness of the baseboard) for
the upper part of the bracket.
Solution
Use plywood or gypsum board
to level the wall. The
recommended thickness is
0.5in.
*NOTE: These wooden or steel materials are prepared by the installer.
①
②
wall
wall
aPower X
aPower X
When installing
the bracket, each
bolt needs to add
an M6 spacer.
DANGER: Avoid drilling holes
in the water pipes and cables
buried in the wall.
WARNING: Cover the aPower X
top heat dissipation hole to protect
from gravel dust during drilling.

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Breaker and Optional Parts
•Standard configuration
•Full configuration
Smart Circuits
Module (optional)
Generator Module
(optional)

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Communications Wiring
•Connect a Com Kit (4G & Wifi) cable to Activate the aGate X commissioning
functions.
•Communications Cable Preparation
① Remove the insulation jacket from the cable.
② Fan the wires in the order of 568B
(white/orange, solid orange, white/green, solid
blue, white/blue, solid green, white/brown,
solid brown). Insert the wires into the connector.
③ Crimp the connector using a crimping tool.
•Connect the aGate X to the network for remote access to the FHP
To ensure the reliability of remote communications, it is recommended to insert the home
network cable with an internet connection into the Eth2 port of the EMS module, in order to
enable the remote communications function.
Wireless module
EMS module
Com Kit
(4G & Wifi）
WARNING:
Use only the USB cable
supplied with the
equipment. The aGate X
cannot be activated if this
step is not completed.
①
②
③
WARNING:
➢
The cable from the household network may only be
connected to the Eth2 port, as Eth1 port is used for
support.
➢The network cable needs to be made on site using
a crimping tool according to the 568B standard.
Bending of a unibody cable inside the aGate X may
prevent the inner cover from closing.
WARNING:
Before using the made cable, test
it with a wire tracker to ensure
that the cable is correct.
When testing, the cable must be
disconnected from the device.

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•Communications connection between the aGate X and the aPower X
When the length of the communications cable between the aGate X and the aPower X is less
than 98ft (30m), a communications cable can be used to connect.
Both the communications cable connection and 20V power supply must be used in
conjunction when the communications cable length between aGate X and aPower X is longer
than 98ft (30m).
WARNING:
When more than one aPower X unit work in parallel mode, it is necessary to remove
the excess matching terminals from all aPower X units along the loop except for the
matching terminal on the last aPower X.
NOTE:
➢If the communications cable shares the same conduit with power wires, please
use a Type 600V TC insulated communication cable (with metal connector).
➢When the system needs to be connected to the 20V power
supply, the terminal does not need to be removed. Just
press the orange switch of the port, insert the prepared
wire, and then release the switch to complete the wiring.
aPower X 1
Connection
aPower X 2
Connection
aPower X N (N≤15)
Connection
CAN OUT
EMS
- +
20V power
supply
Communications
cable
…
WARNING:
➢The communications cable
according to 568B.
➢Test with a wire tracker to ensure
that the communications cable is
error-free. Before testing the cable
using the wire tracker, ensure that
both ends of the communication
cable are not connected to the
device.

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Power Wiring Diagram
•Solar Inverter Connections to the aGate X
•Smart Circuit Connections to the aGate X (Optional)
NOTE: All breakers are to be provided by installer or customer.
L1
L2
Neutral
Ground
L1
L2
Ground
Neutral
According to NFPA 70-250 Grounding and
Bonding Part V, when installed as service
equipment, the neutral and ground should be
bonded together as shown in the picture on
the left. The Neutral-Ground Bonding Jumper
must only be removed if not installed as
service equipment or for test purposes.
WARNING:
➢The solar circuit breaker is
the only interface for the
solar inverter to be
connected to the aGate X.
➢The aGate X has a built-in
solar CT.
2 pole
2 pole
L2
L2
L1
L1
Neutral
Ground
L2
L2
Neutral
Ground
L1
L1
1 pole
1 pole
2 pole
or

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•The Grid AC Power Connections to the aGate X (Optional）
•Generator Power Connections to the aGate X (Optional)
DANGER:
After installation of the grid breaker and generator breaker, L1 and L2 will
swap sides for connections (L2 is located to the left while L1 is to the right).
NOTE:
➢If aluminum cable is used, the cable connectors need to be treated using
antioxidant.
➢If signal exchange is needed between the generator and the aGate X,
please refer to the generator’s manual.
L1
L2
Neutral
Ground
L1
L2
Neutral
Ground
L1
L2
Neutral
Ground
L2
Neutral
Ground
L1

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•aPower X connections to the aGate X (One aPower X unit)
L1
L2
Neutral
Ground

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•aPower X Connections to the aGate X (2 to 3 aPower X units)
WARNING:
The WAGO terminals of each aPower X can only be connected using
10AWG power wire.
aPower X 2
Connection
aPower X 3
Connection
L1
L2
Ground
Neutral
aPower X 1
Connection
Combiner box
aGate X

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•Connect more than 3 aPower X units to the aGate X (Please consult FWH for
technical support).
There are two (2) pairs of lugs on the backup load terminals of the aGate X. When connecting
more than 3 aPower X units to the aGate X, use one (1) pair for the aPower X input from the
combiner box and one (1) for the backup main panel output.
WARNING:
The WAGO terminals of each aPower X can only be connected using
10AWG power wire.
aPower X 1
Connection
aPower X 2
Connection
aPower X 3
Connection
aPower X N(N≤15)
Connection
L1
L2
Ground
Neutral
…
Combiner box

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Re-install the aPower X cover
①
②
③
Install aPower X grills
①
②
aGate X Panel re-installation
① Two installers will be needed to re-install
the aGate X door.
② Remove the knockouts.
③ Install the inner panel.
④ Labels
Close
Insert