GRIDFREE LIFESTYLE KIT User manual

LIFESTYLE KIT
INSTALLATION MAUNAL
HYBRID LITHIUM

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While this manual seeks to be as comprehensive as possible, some
aspects are not covered due to the different requirements for each
installation. We recommend consulting the applicable standards for all
installations. These may include:
- AS/NZ 3000
- AS/NZ 4509
- AS/NZ 5033
- AS/NZ 5139
Any installation aspect involving voltages above ELV (120VDC) or
groundworks is prescribed electrical work and must be carried out by an
accredited electrician.
WARNING - READ CAREFULLY
Risk of Electrical Shock, Burning and Explosion
- Improper installation or failure to follow proper work-site practices can
place the installer and user at risk of multiple hazards.
- The installation contains works with multiple voltages that can cause
electrical shock.
- Improper installation can cause excessive electrical currents, which may
lead to burning.
- Lead-acid batteries can also release hydrogen gas when they are
charged, which can create a fire or explosion hazard if it accumulates in an
enclosed space.
Risk of Chemical Burn and Poisoning from Battery
Electrolyte
- Lead acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which can cause burns and
other injuries if it comes into contact with skin or eyes.
- Risk of respiratory problems from inhaling battery acid fumes.
- Do not open or modify the battery.
- Use correct personal protection equipment, such as rubber gloves, boots
and goggles, when handling and installing batteries.
Risk of Injury due to Short Circuit Currents
If a battery bank’s output is short-circuited, injury due to heat or eye injury
due to arc flash may occur.
When working with the battery bank:
- Connect one wire at a time.
- Use battery caps.
- Use insulated tools.
- Do not wear any conductive items.
- Do not place any tools on the batteries.
Risk of Injury due to the Handling of Heavy Objects
- Components in the installation, such as batteries, are very heavy.
- Get help from a partner or team to lift and move heavy objects.
- Use proper lifting techniques and equipment such as dollies, carts and
forklifts.
- Improper handling may lead to back injuries, strains or sprains, slips, trips
or falls.

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LIFESTYLE HYBRID LITHIUM
Installation of this kit legally requires an electrician.
We are always happy to help guide you through the install, troubleshoot, and answer any
questions. You can contact us on 09 218 5533, or [e-mail].
We recommend reading these instructions in full prior to starting your install.

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KIT CONTENTS
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12x PERC MONO Solar Panel
1x Growatt ARK Battery Base
6x Growatt ARK LiFePO4 2.56kWh Battery
1x Growatt 5KW Hybrid Inverter SPF 5000ES
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1x Growatt ARK Battery Cable Set
1x 35mm² Cable 1m Pre-Crimped M6 + M8(Red + Black)
2x 6mm² Solar PV Cable Pair 10m – Pre-Crimped MC4 (Red
+ Black)
1x 10mm² Solar PV Combiner to Inverter Pre-Crimped (Red
+ Black)
1x MC4 Crimp Tool Set
1x Pack of Safety Stickers
1x 200A Hybrid
Inverter DC MCCB
1x PV Combiner
MCB Enclosure
4x Leader Fuse and
Fuse Holder
2x PV DC Isolator
Switch
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REQUIRED TOOLS
Screwdrivers
Wire Cutters
Drill Wire Strippers
6mm Allen Key MC4 Crimping Set
SOLAR MOUNT OPTIONS
Ground Corrugated L-FeetTilt

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OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
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PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
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WIRING OVERVIEW
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200A Hybrid Inverter DC MCCB
Leader Fuse and Fuse Holder
Mains Distribution Box
PV DC Isolator Switch
Generator/Mains Input
Communication Cable
PC Combiner MCB Enclosure
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Start by creating two sets of six panels wired together in series. Connect the positive
terminal of one panel to the negative terminal of the next panel.
SOLAR PANEL WIRING
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ON I
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
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ON I
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
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SISO SWITCH
OFF O
OFF O
DO NOT connect the cable
run to the solar panels until
all solar wiring is complete
Run the solar cables
to the DC Isolators,
and cut it to length
2Run the 6mm² Solar Cables from the solar panels to the DC isolator, and cut it to length.
DO NOT connect the cable run to the solar panels as the
cables will become live. Wait until all solar wiring is complete
The PV cable must be run inside of a suitable conduit when the cable is run across a roof,
floor, or the interior of a building.

Solar Panel Wiring
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Use wire strippers to strip the ends off the black and red 6mm² solar cables. Strip the
cables to approximately 7mm in length.
Ensure you use the correct metal crimp conductor, with the correct housing. Above
demonstrates how each wire connects to its solar connector. The positive wire uses
“Metal conductor A” and “Solar connector housing A”, the negative wire uses “Metal
conductor B” and “Solar connector housing B”.
Metal conductor B
Metal conductor A
Solar connector
housing B
Solar connector
housing A
Gland nut (same
for both wires)
A B
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7mm
Scan the QR
code to watch a
demonstration
video

Solar Panel Wiring
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Starting with the red solar cable, place the silicon gland and gland nut onto the cable.
Crimp “Metal Conductor A” onto the cable using the 6mm² crimping die.
Insert the crimped “Metal conductor A” into the “Solar connector housing A” until it
clicks, then tighten the gland nut using a spanner.
Pay extra attention to use the correct metal
conductor, with the correct housing.
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Solar Panel Wiring
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Move onto the black solar cable. Place the silicon gland and gland nut on to the cable.
Crimp “Metal conductor B” onto the cable using the 6mm² crimping die.
Insert the crimped “Metal conductor B” into the “Solar connector housing B” until it
clicks, then check that the housing does not come off easily. Tighten the gland nut using
a spanner.
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B

Solar Panel Wiring
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ON I
OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
IP66
ON I
OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
IP66
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9Ensure the PV Array DC isolator is in the off position. Then, connect the PV cable run from
the solar panels. Ensure the other end of the cables stay disconnected from the solar
panels.
Repeat the process of crimping MC4 connectors onto a new set of cables (refer to page
9-11), which will connect the PV Array DC isolator to the PV Array fuses.
ON I
OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
IP66
Ensure the PV Array DC
isolator is in the off position.
ON I
OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
IP66
ON I
OFF O
PV ARRAY
DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
IP66

Solar Panel Wiring
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Ensure the solar cable run is NOT connected to the solar panels.
Keep the fuse holders disconnected by keeping them open with
the fuses OUT and the PV Array DC isolators are in the off position.
To disconnect the fuses, pull the front
tabs down to open the fuse holders.
Keep the fuse holders open with the
fuses left out of the fuse holders.
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Ensure the fuse holders are disconnected by keeping them open with the fuses OUT. Use
wire strippers to strip the ends of the solar cable, and terminate them in the fuse holders
by inserting the stripped end and tightening the screw clockwise. Make sure the clamp
inside the fuse holders are contacting the metal conductor, and NOT the insulation of the
wire.
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Solar Panel Wiring
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OFF O
SISO SWITCH
OFF O
SISO SWITCH
12 The PV Array DC isolator is now wired into the PV Array fuses.

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HYBRID INVERTER WIRING
1Use the green terminal combiner block to join both the negatives together in one side
of the block, and both positives together in the other side. Then, run the section of
10mm ² cable from the M8 bolt terminals to the hybrid inverter.

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Once the cables have been terminated in the fuse holders, check the following before
proceeding:
i) the fuses are disconnected by keeping the fuse holder open and the fuses left out
ii) the PV Array DC Isolator switch is in the “OFF” position
The cable run can now be connected if the above criteria is met.
The fuses and DC isolator must be disconnected when connecting or disconnecting the
solar panels from the cable run. For your safety, do NOT connect or disconnect any solar
cables when there is current running through them.
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Voltage over 120V requires an electrician.
Keep the fuse holders
open, with the fuses left
out of the fuse holders.
Ensure the PV Array DC
isolators are in the off position.
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DC ISOLATOR
SISO SWITCH
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Hybrid Inverter Wiring
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Ensure the 200A MCCB circuit breaker is switched “OFF” (switch in the down position,
indicator showing green).
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Hybrid Inverter Wiring
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Before proceeding to connect the hybrid inverter to the 200A MCCB circuit breaker, align
the 35mm² x 1m cables between the components to ensure that the M6 ends (smaller
holes) are inserted into the hyrbid inverter, and the M8 ends (larger holes) are inserted
into the circuit breaker.
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M8

Hybrid Inverter Wiring
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Wire the positive(+) 35mm2cable from the 200A MCCB circuit breaker to the hybrid
inverter.
Wire the negative(-) 35mm2cable from the hybrid inverter to the 200A MCCB circuit
breaker.
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