FRANKLINWH APower User manual

Franklin Home Power Installation Guide

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instructions on the installation or use of the product.
DANGER: Please read this document carefully before any installation or use of the Franklin Home Power equipment. Failure to follow any instruction or
warning in this Manual may result in equipment damage or personal electric shock, severe injury, and even death.
●Franklin Home Power (FHP) is composed of aGate, aPower and other electrical devices, and this Installation Guide applies to the following products:
aPower (10050002xxxxxxxxxxxx)
aGate (10050001xxxxxxxxxxxx)
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Contents
Safety·····························································································································3
Franklin Home Power Overview·····························································································6
aPower ···························································································································8
aGate ····························································································································10
Installation Preparations······································································································13
Step 1: Site Planning·····················································································································16
Step 2:Mobilization and Unboxing ·························································································19
Step 3: aPower ·················································································································23
Step 4: aGate ···················································································································31
Step 5: Electrical Conduits ···································································································36
Step 6: Switches and Optional Parts·························································································40
Step 7: Communication Wiring ·····························································································50
Step 8: Electrical Wiring ·····································································································53
Step 9: aPower Wiring Closet Cover Board················································································62
Step 10: aGate Panel ··········································································································63
Debugging ······················································································································64
Appendix 1: Data sheet ·······································································································75
Appendix 2: About FHP Energy Metering ·················································································78
Appendix 3: FHP Non-Export Compliance mode for Solar and BESS Utility Programs····························79
Appendix 4: FHP BESS Interconnection Compliance Activation and Reset··········································80
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Caution: This Guide includes important information about the FHP. Please read this Guide carefully before installation, maintenance or
use. Failure to follow any instructions in this Guide may lead to risks of electric shock, severe personal injury and even death, or
equipment damage, which may void your warranty (www.franklinwh.com/support/Warranty).
Safety Instructions
Safety Marks
WARNING
: This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may be a safety hazard or cause equipment
malfunction. Use extreme caution and follow instructions carefully.
DANGER
: This indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER:
There are fire risks in the battery packs.
Refer to instruction manual:
Indicates that user should refer to operating or installation instructions before proceeding.
Protective earthing terminal
: It indicates the position of earthing connection on the equipment.
Wait time
: Electric shock risk are present inside the equipment, please wait for 5 minutes before proceeding.
Environmental Protection:
Scrapped electronic products and batteries cannot be disposed of together with household
wastes. Please consult your local laws and regulations for further information.
Safety Instructions for Operation
DANGER:
Please follow your local laws, regulations and standards in all installation, wiring, maintenance, transportation
and handling operations. The safety instructions in this Guide supplement the laws and regulations.
DANGER:
Both aPower and aGate are electrical equipment and improper operation may lead to electric shock.
DANGER: There are risks of electric shocks, energy hazards, and chemical hazards associated with aPower. Please do NOT
open the cabinet or disassemble without express direction from the FranklinWH service team.
DANGER:
The installation, maintenance and replacement operations for aPower and aGate equipment must be done by
technicians certified and registered by FranklinWH.
DANGER:
The installation, wiring, maintenance, transportation or handling of aPower and aGate should only be done by
qualified personnel with personal protective equipment (PPE).
DANGER: Working alone is prohibited. In order to prevent injury or death from electric shock, there must be other people
in the vicinity to help.
DANGER:
It is strictly prohibited to install, maintain, or handle FranklinWH equipment outdoors in adverse weather
conditions, such as lightning, rain, snow, or strong winds.
DANGER: Please follow your local laws, regulations and standards during installation, wiring, maintenance, transportation
and handling. The safety instructions in this Guide are supplemental to all applicable laws and regulations.
DANGER:
Please follow the FranklinWH Battery Emergency Response Guide in case the battery pack catches fire.
DANGER:
aPower units are heavy. Use of proper tools is recommended when handling and lifting the units. Special care
should be taken to avoid injury.
DANGER: Please take special care and protective measures during the transportation and handling of aPower and aGate to
avoid collision, dropping, bumping, stamping, and improper stacking. Please keep aPower in its package until ready to
install in order to prevent potential damage.
DANGER: Please check and ensure that the cooling system and air vents are not blocked and flammable materials are kept
clear during installation and maintenance.
DANGER:
Do NOT let aPower operate beyond the specified temperature range.
DANGER:
If any equipment failure occurs, please contact your installer or after-sales service provider for support.
DANGER:
Please complete the installation and wiring process in accordance with your local regulations and standards.
Take measures to protect the equipment from lightning strike and voltage surge.
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DANGER:
To install and/or maintain aPower or aGate, please keep the upstream and downstream breakers open and
locked (“lock out”) to prevent misoperation.
DANGER:
If aPower or aGate is found damaged (except minor defects in exterior painting) or malfunctioning after it is
unboxed, please do NOT operate it and contact your after
-sales service provider for support.
DANGER:
Before any debugging operation on aPower, please keep aPower powered off and prevent the ON/OFF switch
from being operated by mistake.
DANGER:
Without the authorization of FranklinWH it is prohibited to take apart, open, repair and/or modify aPower and
aGate. It is prohibited to open the battery pack chamber in whatever situation or otherwise it may lead to safety hazards and
void your warranty.
DANGER:
If aPower is found giving off smoke, please disconnect the AC power supply on aGate, and turn off the switch
mounted on the aPower unit, if possible and safe to stop the charging and discharging of aPower.
DANGER:
Gas exhausted from the battery may lead to risks of electric shock, fire and explosion. Please take appropriate
protective measures.
DANGER:
Measures should be taken to prevent foreign objects from entering aPower and aGate.
WARNING:
For maintenance purposes, do NOT use any parts or fittings that are not listed in this Guide or that are
purchased from any source other than FranklinWH or its recognized dealers.
WARNING: Do NOT use paint on any part of aPower or aGate, whether internal and external, especially on the protective
cover.
WARNING:
Do NOT connect aPower directly to the inverter of the solar generator.
WARNING:
The exterior paint that has been worn out or damaged in the transportation, installation or maintenance
process must be repaired immediately using anti
-rust paint of the same color.
WARNING:
Disconnecting input power from aPower when the temperature falls within the acceptable range (-10°C (-
4
°F)~ 45°C (113°F)) is acceptable, however the disconnection should last less than one month period.
WARNING:
The operation of the Franklin Home Power system requires an internet connection. Extended offline
operation may result in a voided warranty. Please refer to www.franklinwh.com/Warranty for information.
Safety Instructions for Installation Site
DANGER:
The aPower and aGate installation area of should be protected against access by children and additional
protective measures should be taken to protect the FWH units from being played with or tampered by children.
DANGER:
Sources of heat and fire and heating devices should be kept away from the aPower and aGate installation area.
DANGER:
The ambient temperature at the aPower and aGate installation area should be -20℃ to 50℃(-4℉ to 122℉)
with the relative humidity between 5% and 95% and altitude lower than 3,000 meters (9,843 ft).
DANGER: The aPower and aGate installation area of should be kept in a dry, cool and well ventilated condition, to ensure
satisfactory cooling performance.
DANGER:
The aPower and aGate installation area should be protected from flooding or ponding.
DANGER:
The aPower and aGate installation area should be away from flammable and explosive gases.
DANGER:
The aPower and aGate installation area should be protected from dust or smoke.
DANGER:
APower is heavy. The installation site should be properly leveled and hardened if aPower is floor mounted.
DANGER:
APower is heavy. If the unit is wall-mounted, the wall should be able to provide sufficient bearing capacity.
WARNING:
The aPower and aGate installation area should have no inflammable and/or explosive materials stacked or
piled in the near vicinity.
WARNING:
The aPower and aGate installation area should be protected from direct exposure to sunshine, rain or snow.
WARNING: The aPower and aGate installation area should have no water source over it or in the vicinity, including water
pipes, shower, faucet, and container of liquids.
WARNING
:Do NOT clean aPower and aGate with cleaning agents or expose them to flammable or corrosive
chemicals
or
their vapors.
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Fire or Other Emergency Situations
Please ALWAYS:
①
Shut off the aPower AC switch on aGate, if it is safe to do so.
②
Evacuate to a safe area.
③
Report the incident immediately to your fire department or other emergency response team (See FranklinWH Battery Emergency
Response Guide
for contact information.)
Fire
①
use aerogel extinguisher, if safe.
Flood
①
If the wiring sections of aPower or aGate are submerged, please stay away from the water. Electric leakage may result in electric
shock.
②
Drain the water to protect the system if it is safe and possible.
③
If water rises to the aPower’s battery level, please call your installers for inspection. If water level is below the battery chamber,
please allow the site to completely dry.
Abnormal noise, odor or smoke
①
Check and ensure your aPower is well ventilated and not blocked.
②
Keep the installation site well ventilated.
③
Call your after-sales service for support.
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Franklin Home Power Overview
Meter
Electric MeteraGate Grid
D
C
A
C
aPower 1
Backup loads Main Panel
Solar Solar inverter Generator
Panel
aPower 3aPower 2
Whole-Home Power Backup System
The system stores electricity supplied by the grid or generated by the solar generation system and discharges as a backup power
supply for all household power loads during power failure periods or nights.
Franklin Home Power (“FHP”) is a whole-house energy solution for family users. FHP is composed of aPower as the built-in
accumulator for the inverter and aGate as the energy management unit. With proven AC coupling battery technologies, FHP
provides a reliable household backup and load control solution for family users and supports connection to residential power
generators.
Smart loads
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Meter
Electric MeteraGate Grid
D
C
A
C
Backup loads Backup Panel
Solar Solar inverter Generator
Non-essential loads Non-backup Panel
aPower 1
Panel
aPower 3aPower 2
Backup Power System for Family Loads
The FHP system stores electricity supplied by the grid or generated by the solar generation system and discharges as a backup
power supply during power failure periods or nights to support some of your family loads. These loads are selected in the system
design process. Lower priority loads should be excluded from the backup power supply in the system configuration process.
Franklin Home Power Overview
Smart loads
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aPower
Switch
Power LED
1” water-proof lock
& charging cable
Heat sink
Heat sink
Snap joint 1
Leveling
screw Supporting leg
Purposes:
DC Switch: Starts up or shuts off aPower.
Power LED: Turns on when aPower is started, to indicate the battery level.
Heat sink: Cools the components inside aPower.
Supporting leg: They support the aPower and keep it standing firmly.
Leveling screw: Helps keep the equipment well leveled where the floor is not
even.
Air outlet: Outlet where heat is discharged and must NOT be blocked.
Wiring compartment: Compartment that houses all electric terminals and
communication cable terminal connections.
Wiring closet
½” plug
Air outlet
Snap joint 2
Coupling
AC Coupling
Rated Input/Output Voltage
120/240VAC Split
Operating Voltage Range
211.2V to 264V
Rated Input/Output Current
21A
Max.Continuous Input/Output Current
24.5A
Rated Input/Output Power
5kW
Max.Grid Output Power
5.8kVA
Rated Frequency
60Hz
Power Factor Range
-
0.85 to +0.85
Max.Output Fault Current
42A/10s
Max.Supply Fault Current
20kA
Inverter Topology
Isolated
Battery Type
Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Max. Short Circuit Current
550A/1ms
Battery Rated Voltage/Capacity
51.2Vdc/14.3kWh
Usable Capacity
13.6kWh
Size
750 mm×1150 mm×290 mm
(29.5in×45.3in×11.6in)
Operation Temperature Range
-
20℃ to 50℃(-4℉ to 122℉)
Enclosure Type
Type 3R
Ingress Protection
IP 67(Battery Pack&Inverter)
IP 56(Wiring)
Protective Class
Class I
Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Max.Elevation
3000m(9843ft)
Weight
185kg(408lbs)
Mechanical parameters
Shipping List
No. Item Quantity
1 Quick release grating 1 Set
2 Mounting bracket 1PCS
3 WAGO adapting cable 1PCS
Water-proof plug: Used to keep the charging cables in position. A 1” electrical
conduit may be used in place of the plug.
Charging cable: Used to charge aPower when it has a low battery level.
½” plug: ½” electric conduit may be run through the hole once plug is removed.
Snap joint 1: Snaps onto the mounting bracketto support the body of aPower.
Snap joint 2: Snaps onto the mounting bracketto support the body of aPower.
Electrical parameters description (see Appendix 1 for details)
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aPower
Purposes:
PCS converter: It converts DC power into AC power or AC power to DC power.
External DC power can be converted into AC power to charge the built-in
battery pack, or Internal DC power can be converted into AC power to drive
external loads.
Battery pack: a module to store electrical energy.
20V DC output terminal: to supply power to aGate EMS.
CAN interface: the communication interface between aPower and aGate.
PCS signal input terminal: the signal interface between user PCBA and PCS
converter.
CAN resistor terminal: Controls the current balance on the CAN cable.
aPower AC charging/discharging terminal: An external AC source may be
connected to this terminal to charge the aPower, or aPower may discharge AC
power via this terminal.
aPower earthing
terminal
20V DC output terminal
CAN interface
aPower AC
charging/discharging
interface
CAN resistor
terminal
PCS signal cable input
terminal
PCS converter
Battery pack
Inside the wiring
compartment
Internal modules
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aGate
Purposes:
External panel: The external decoration and protection panel of aGate.
Internal panel: The internal protection panel of aGate.
Lock hole: The whole where a lock may be used.
¼” mounting hole: aGate mounting holes of aGate. Sized for ¼” or M4
screws.
Reset button: The button to reset aGate EMS module.
1/4” mounting
hole
Rated Voltage
120/240VAC Split
Rated input
160A
Rated Frequency
60Hz
Protection Device Max.
200A
Short
-Circuit Breaking Capacity
10kA
Size
550 mm×800 mm×160 mm
(21.7in×31.5in×6.3in)
Operation Temperature Range
-
20℃ to 50℃(-4℉ to 122℉)
Enclosure Type
Type 3R
Ingress Protection
IP 44
Protective Class
Class I
Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Max.Elevation
3000m(9843ft)
Weight
23kg(50lbs)
Mechanical parameters
Shipping List
No. Item Quantity
1¼” water-tight washer 4 PCS
2 Switch tag 1 Set
3
Main switch mounting screw
M4×10 2 PCS
Electrical parameters description (see Appendix 1 for details)
Lock
hole
External
panel
7/8” plug 2-1/2” plug
Reset button
Internal panel
Breaker knockout
hole
Breaker knockout
hole
1-23/64” knockout
hole
Breaker knockout hole: A breaker may be mounted and operated at the hole
after the steel knocked out is removed.
Breaker knockout hole: A breaker may be mounted and operated at the hole after
the steel knocked out is removed.
1-23/64” knockout hole: A 1” electrical conduit may be passed through the
knockout once its removed.
7/8” plug: A ½” electric conduit may be passed through once the knockout is
removed.
2-1/2” plug: A 2” electric conduit may be passed through once the knockout is
removed.
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aGate
Solar switch zone
Antenna moduleaPower switch zone
EMS moduleSmart load zone
Generator terminals
Grid terminals
Earthing
bar
Non-backup load
terminals Backup load terminals
N-bar
Bonding
jumper
Grid relay
Generator relay
installation
zone
Purposes:
Smart load zone: Allows installation of additional switches to remotely control and operate the relays and to
control electric circuit.
aPower switch zone: Allows installation of 80A and lower rated switches to control the aPower AC circuit.
Solar switch zone: Allows installation of 80A and lower rated switches to control the Solar side circuit.
Antenna module: The 4G LTE and/or Wi-Fi telecommunication module.
EMS module: The signal processing and energy management module.
Generator relay installation zone: Optional generator relay can be installed after the hood is removed.
Grid relay: Controls the on/off status of the grid power supply.
Generator terminals: aGate mounted input terminals for the optional generator.
Grid terminals: aGate mounted input terminals connected to the input cables of grid power source.
Backup power supply load terminals: The main output terminals of aGate. Typically connected to the inputs of
backup loads.
Non-backup power supply load terminals：The output terminals of aGate. Connected to the inputs of non-
backup loads.
N bar: The junction of all N cables.
Earthing bar: The junction of all earthing cables.
Bonding jumper: The jumper to bind N bar and earthing
bar.
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aGate
Purposes:
Power supply sampling terminal: Allows measurement of the aGate’s current and voltage and provides AC power to PCBA of EMS
module.
N bar: The Neutral bar input terminals.
Generator CT input terminal: Allows measurement of generator current data by external CT.
Temperature control sampling terminal: Signal input port for temperature control switch.
External CT input terminal: Input terminal for external CT to measure current information.
Generator contact interface: Generator data contact interface, where NO stands for constantly on, CO stands for the common ports, and
NC stands for constantly off.
20V DC input terminal: 20V DC power input to power the EMS control box.
Dry contact terminals: The contact terminals for on/off status of external signals. DI1, DI2, DI3 and DI4 are the input signal terminals,
DO is the output signal terminal (a current of no less than 10mA is required for DO relay to close reliably), and EPO is the emergency
stop input signal contact terminal.
CAN interface: the communication interface between aPower and aGate.
Smart loads terminals: The Smart Loads relay control interface.
4G&WIFI communication terminals: The connection interface between the control box and antenna box.
RS-485 communication port: The communication interface between the control box and smart meter.
SIM Card tray: Receptacle for SIM Card used for communication between EMS and user clients.
N bar
Power supply
sampling terminal
External CT
Input terminal
Generator
contact interface
20V DC input
terminal
Dry contact
terminal
CAN interface
Interface
4G&WIFI
communication
interface
Smart loads
Terminals
Dry contact
terminal
RJ-45 port
485
communication
interface
SIM card
Connector 4G&WIFI communication
terminals
Temperature
control
terminal
Generator CT
input terminal
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Installation Preparations
Installation Instructions:
FHP needs to be connected and configured with all installed residential systems to optimize its function as a back-up power supply.
Typical installed power sources include the power distribution system, the generator system, and the solar generation system,
DANGER: All installation must comply with the local laws, regulations, norms and standards of the installation site.
DANGER: The installation of Home Power must comply with all applicable requirements of NFPA855.
DANGER: Both electric connection and electric isolation need to comply with the local standards and National Electric Codes
(NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Standards Association CAS C22.1.
DANGER: The installer needs to utilize suitable conduits and cables to complete the installation process in accordance with
applicable local regulations and UL514B.
DANGER: The installation site selection process must follow the installation site safety instructions.
DANGER: Fire detection and protection systems should be included in the aPower installation area in accordance with the local
building and fire codes. Temperature detectors and fire detectors must be used in the vicinity of the installation zone and must be
connected to the family fire control system.
DANGER: aPower may be installed on the floor or on walls. In both cases mounting brackets will be needed to stabilize the
unit. aPower units are very heavy and wall mounted installation is more difficult. Floor mounted installation is recommended.
DANGER: Before the installation of Home Power starts, engineers should check and locate wall embedded electric wires and
water pipes to avoid potential property damage and personal injury during the installation process.
WARNING: Selection of the aPower installation site must take into consideration the operational noise (≤46dB). Selection of
an installation site might require consent of the local residents.
WARNING: A hardwired internet connection at the aGate installation area is recommended. Hardwired connection provides a
more robust system so that users can remotely monitor the operation status of their Home Power system.
WARNING: Home Power is composed of aPower and aGate, which can not be used separately.
WARNING: aPower may only be used at the backup side of aGate.
WARNING: The inputs must be connected before the aGate’s main relay to prevent short circuiting or bypassing the main relay.
WARNING: aGate must be connected to all applicable inputs and output at the same time and should be wired in accordance
with local regulations.
Recommended Installation Preparation Guidelines:
●Work out a specific construction plan based on the customer information and site investigation.
●Review the plan several times to identify potential errors or obscure parts.
●Notify user to clear the installation site and its access paths to ensure equipment can be quickly delivered to the installation site and
that the installation process can proceed efficiently. 13

Installation Preparations
Materials
13
4
2
No. Item
Quantity
1 aPower 1 Set
2 Quick release grating 1 Set
3 Mounting bracket 1PCS
4 M5x25 screw 2PCS
aPower and all accessories
1
No. Item
Quantity
1 aGate 1 Set
21/4” water-tight washer 4 PCS
3 Connection labels 1 Set
4 Main switch mounting screw
M4×10 2 PCS
2 4
3
aGate and accessories
1
2
3
4
Materials to be prepared by installers No. Item
1 Electric conduit, Hub, pull box and their
fittings
2
Copper cables, see P26 for specifications.
3 Antioxidant conductive paste
4
Screws and washers for wall installation.
See P22-P23.
5 See the switch and fittings section for
models of switches.
6 Optional: Customer external CT
7 aPower combiner box (for parallel
operation of multiple
aPowers
, depending
on the number of aPower available)
8 Reducing Washer Conduit Fittings
9 Sealant (for use on outdoor conduits)
10 5/8 in Type X plasterboard
11 Network cable and registered jacks
5
6
8
7
9
9
10
11
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Installation Preparation
Recommended Tools (unabridged list):
●Personal Protection Equipment (goggles, gloves, protective shoes, anti-dust respirator, etc.) to protect personal safety.
●Drill with 5/32” Brad Point bits or 5/32” Auger bits, to drill pilot holes in wooden walls for mounting the equipment.
1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/2”, 2” sized wood bits, to create holes in wooden walls for running cables.
1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/2”, 2” sized hole saw, to create holes in metal walls for running cables.
●Hammer drill with 1/2” Masonry bits, to create pilot holes on concrete or brick walls for mounting up the equipment.
1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/2”, 2” Diamond core bits, to create holes in concrete or brick walls for running cables.
●Electric screwdriver and cross screw bits, to tighten the fastening screws.
●Torque wrench and bent-handle ratchet wrench, with 11/32 ”, 5/16 ”, 7/16'', and 3/8” hex sockets, to tighten and check the torque of
outer hexagonal bolts.
3/16” and 7/32” inner hexagon screwdriver bits, to fasten cables at switches and pressure connectors and to check the torque.
3/16”, 1/4 ” straight screwdriver bits, to fasten cables at switches and connectors and to check the torque.
PH2, PH3 cross screwdriver bits, to fasten cables at switches and to check the torque.
●Flat head screwdriver (1/8”X4”, 1/4”X4”), to fasten signal terminals and take wooden boxes apart.
●Phillips cross screwdriver (#2X4”, #3X4”), to tighten fasteners.
●Claw hammer, to break knockout holes and to release locks on wooden box.
●Utility knife, to cut open cartons.
●wire cutters, strippers, diagonal cutting pliers and other cable preparation tools.
●Wire crimper, cable testers, and other network cable preparation tools.
●Induction electroprobe, to detect the cables in walls to avoid short circuits when drilling.
●Multimeter, to measure voltage, current and other electric parameters.
●Loop resistance tester, to measure the wiring resistance and to detect poor connection of cables.
●Task light, to illuminate the area when power supply is off.
●Spirit level, to check whether the equipment is leveled.
●14mm open-end wrench or 9/16” open-end wrench, to operate aPower leveling screws and to adjust the heights of aPower on a
single side.
●Steel measuring tape, to measure lengths.
●Markers, to make marks.
●Camera, to record the installation process.
●Fork hand truck. aPower is heavy at a little less than 400lbs. Several well trained workers are required to maneuver the unit. Use of a
fork hand truck is recommended to avoid potential injury or death of workers. The maximum length of fork hand truck should be less
than 72 inches. Fork hand trucks with retractable features are preferred because they are easy to transport and to access the installation
site.
●Deep Cut Band Saw, to cut thin-wall steel conduit or PVC pipes.
●Conduit Bender, if bending thin walled steel conduits with the head size depending on the types and sizes of conduits.
1/2”, ¾”, 1”, 1-1/2”, 2” diameters
●Knockout Tool Kit, to drill holes for conduits on the distribution box case.
●Wooden block, approximately 24 inch long 2x4 stud
●Adjustable wrench, size: 0-2” wide.
●6”,10”,18” Pipe Wrench Sizes
* Battery-powered or hand tools are preferred because there may not be any power source at the construction site and power might be
shut off for extended periods during the installation process.
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Step 1: Site Planning
Plan installation position
●Both aPower and aGate have special installation site requirements. aPower may be floor mounted against a wall or wall mounted.
For wall installation, aPower is mounted on the brackets to the wall to prevent it from falling off the wall. For floor mounted
installation, the mounting brackets are used to hold the aPower unit against the wall to protect aPower from tilting. All installation
configurations require aPower and aGate to be installed near or on walls.
●The selection of unit installation locations must account for wall embedded pipes and wires. Damage to the pipes and wires during
FHP installation may lead to property loss and/or personal injury.
●According to NFPA855, the aggregate rating amount within a dwelling, garage, or accessory structure shall not exceed the
following:
(1) 40 kWh within utility closets and storage or utility spaces
(2) 80 kWh in attached or detached garages and detached accessory structures
(3) 80 kWh on exterior walls
(4) 80 kWh in outdoor installations.
Therefore, if more than 6 aPowers are to be installed, the installation must follow the requirements of NFPA 855 Chapters 4-9 and may
proceed after approvals have been granted.
●The installation area for aPower and aGate must consider not only the space to be taken by the equipment, but also the necessary
space for wiring connections and the mandatory minimum clearances required for equipment to operate properly.
Data interchange equipment Maximum cable length
aPower and aGate 100 ft
aGate to Generator 100 ft
aGate to Router 300 ft
External CT 15 ft
≥6in ≥6in ≥6in
≥12in
≤80in
≥72in
aGate
aPower
Fork cart length
aPower
aPower
●FranklinWH system requires an internet connection. All signal transfers between aPower and aGate, the generator, and the router are
realized by CAN bus, network cables or other signal transmission cables. Long distances will likely adversely affect the quality and
speed of communication negatively impacting equipment operation. The installer or system designer will need to factor in the
recommended maximum cable lengths below when laying out the FWH installation.
Installation site 1
Installation site 2
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Step 1: Site Planning
Plan the positions of inputs and outputs of the equipment
●The main cable connection for aPower is located at the rear of the unit case. The following scenarios offer variations on the cable
inlets and outlets of aPower to accommodate variations in the existing residential wiring layout.
Scenario 1: The cables passes through the electric
conduits and enters aPower from the same side as the
conduits. Gasketed pull boxes and sealing rings must be
used to ensure the tightness of the wiring closet. The
cable inlets on the wiring closet of aPower are 35mm
and 22mm in diameter respectively, and the pull boxes
that work with them have thread size of NPT 1” and
NPT1/2”. Reducing washers should be purchased as
necessary if diameters don’t match.
Scenario 2: The cables will connect to aPower from
inside the wall or through the wall though the electric
conduits. Sealing rings must be used. The cable inlets on
wiring closet of aPower are 35mm and 22mm in
diameter. A good sealing must be guaranteed between
the electric conduits and the wiring closet, which may be
realized by Hub or sealing rings, or caulk.
Run cables
into aPower
from inside
the wall or
through the
wall
Install aPower
on the front
exterior side of
wall
aPower and
electric conduits
share the same
side of the wall
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Planning the Fire Control and Extinguishing System
●The selection and installation of fire control and extinguishing systems for residential power storage systems must comply with
the requirements of NFPA855 and local fire authorities.

Step 1: Site Planning
●The cable inlets and outlets are located on the four side panels of aGate: upper, lower, left and rear. The following scenarios
illustrate different configurations accounting for variations in the existing residential wiring layout.
Scenario 1: Cables pass through the electric conduits and
enter aGate from the same side of the wall. Gasketed
junction boxes and conduit connections will be needed
to ensure the IP grade (water resistance) of aGate. The
electric conduit diameter varies by the types of conduits:
the knockout holes on the left and lower panel of aGate
are 35mm in diameter, while the knockout holes on the
upper panel are 63mm and 22mm in diameter. If the
knockout holes do not match the electric conduits in
size, additional reducing fittings will be needed to
achieve the required IP grade. If aGate is installed
outdoors, the electric conduits attach to aGate through
the cable inlet on the upper panel, and water-proof
sealant or caulk should be used at each connection of the
reducing fitting, junction box, electric conduit, and
aGate, in order to enhance the watertightness.
Scenario 2: Cables are run in electric conduits and enter
aGate from inside the wall or through the wall: in this
case, gaskets will be needed to ensure the IP grade
(water tightness) of aGate. The electric conduit diameter
varies by the types of conduits: the knockout holes on
the left and lower panel of aGate are 35mm in diameter,
while the knockout holes on the upper panel are 63mm
and 22mm in diameter. If the knockout holes do not
match the electric conduits in Hub diameter, additional
reducing fittings will be needed to achieve the required
IP grade. If aGate is installed outdoors, the electric
conduits connect to aGate through the cable inlet on the
upper panel. Water-proof sealant or caulk should be used
between the reducing fitting, junction box, electric
conduit, and aGate, in order to enhance the
watertightness.
Run cables
into aGate
from inside
the wall or
through the
wall
Install aGate on
the front exterior
side of wall
aGate and electric
conduits share the
same side of the
wall.
Planning protection for aGate’s input connections
●aGate serves as the entrance to the Franklin Home Power system. Installation of proper lightning protection systems are required
before the input end of aGate. Over current protection measures are required to be installed before the aGate inputs or inside the
aGate. A breaker of 100A to 200A may be installed at the grid input connection and the fuel generator input connection. Please refer
to Step 6 of this Guide for the recommended models of breakers inside aGate.
Planning the types, sizes and routes of cable and electric conduits
●Please refer to Step 8 of this Guide for recommended cable types and wire diameters electric connections and communication
connections between aGate and aGate and between aGate and the residence’s power distribution system.
●The current carrying capacity of cables needs to be reduced as wires travel longer distances through electric conduits. Please refer
to the applicable information if Appendix B to NFPA 70.
●The relationship between wire diameters, cable numbers, and inner diameters of conduits should be taken into general
consideration as cables run through the electrical conduits. Please refer to Appendix C to NFPA 70 for the list of maximum numbers
of cables of the same size in the electric conduits and pipelines.
●The type of electric conduits depend on the installation type: indoor or outdoor. IMC, EMT and other thin-wall metal conduits are
recommended in case of indoor installation. These two types of conduits are cost effective and provides excellent anti-
electromagnetic interference and are easy to shape and to joint. In outdoor installation, GRC and RMC thick-wall conduits are
recommended, because they can provide effective mechanical protection and good tightness at the conduit joints. Thick-wall conduits
have a reduced flexibility disadvantage which makes bending and jointing very difficult.
FCC Requirements
●See Appendix 1 for the applicable FCC Requirements. Installer informs user of the contents in Appendix 1.
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1560mm
(61 .5 in)
Step 2: Mobilization and Unboxing
Unloading
●Compare and confirm the equipment delivered against the order information. The basic configuration includes aGate x 1, aPower
x order quantity, mounting brackets x order quantity
●Since aPower is heavy and large, fork cart hand truck will be needed to unload aPower from the truck.
●Lower the fork. Transport aPower and aGate to an open area for unloading and unboxing
270mm
(10.6 in)
aGate weight: 30Kg (66lbs) aPower Package weight: 240Kg(529lbs)
545mm
(21.5 in) 72mm
(2.8in)
aPower Package weight: 7Kg(15lbs)
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Special care must be taken to protect
personal safety. Reinforced toe shoes
must be used to protect the installers
in case equipment tilts and fall.