Renogy Solar 400W 2.56kWh Extension Solution User manual

Solar 400W 2.56kWh Extension
Solution
VERSION A0

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Before Getting Started
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The mechanical and electrical installation of solar panels should refer to the appropriate regulations,
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1. System Wiring
BT-1
Bluetooth
100Ah Lithium
Battery
40A MPPT
Charge Controller
LFP Monitoring
Screen
15A Solar
Connector Fuse
2000W
Inverter
200A
ANL Fuse
AC
2/0 AWG 5FT Battery
Inverter Cables
12 AWG 10 ft
Adapter Cables
2/0 AWG 1 ft
ANL Fuse Cable
4 AWG 1 ft
Battery Cables
40A
ANL Fuse
200W Rigid
Solar Panel
x2
x2
x2
12 AWG 8 ft
Tray Cables
2. Get to Know Renogy Solar 400W 2.56kWh Extension Solution
█Battery
4 AWG 1 ft Battery Interconnect Cable × 2100Ah Lithium Battery × 2
█Charge Controller
10 AWG 2 ft ANL Fuse Cable × 1 40A ANL Fuse × 1
Renogy BT-1 Bluetooth Module
(New Version) × 1
Bluetooth Module
LINK
POWER
1
40A MPPT Charge Controller × 1
12 AWG 8 ft Tray Cables
(Charge Controller to Battery) × 1

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█Solar Panels
15A Solar Connector Fuse × 2
200W Rigid Solar Panel × 2 Solar Panel Mounting Z Bracket × 2
12 AWG 10 ft Adapter Kit
(Solar Panel to Charge Controller) × 1
Solar Entry Gland × 1
Solar Branch Connector (MMF + FFM Pair) × 1
× 4
× 4× 4
× 4
× 8
× 8
× 8
█Inverter
200A ANL Fuse × 1
2000W Inverter × 1
2/0 AWG 1 ft ANL Fuse Cable × 1
2/0 AWG 5 ft Battery Inverter Cables
(Inverter to Battery) × 1
2000W
█Battery Monitor
RJ45 Communication Cable × 1
Monitoring Screen for Smart Lithium Battery × 1
RMS-LFPS

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3. Required Tools & Accessories
Phillips
Screwdriver (#2)
Wrench
(7/16 in)
Wrench
(9/16 in)
14mm
14mm
14 mm
10mm
10mm
10 mm
Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) (≥20A)
Impact Drill Phillips Driver Bit (#2)
Wire Stripper
Masonry Drill Bit
(21/64 in)
MS Adhesive and
MS Applicator Gun
MS
Insulating Gloves

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4. How to Install the Solar Panel Mounting Z Bracket
Solar Panel Solar Panel
1 2 3
4 5 6
70.8-106.2 in·lbs
(8-12 N•m)

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5. How to Install the Solar Entry Gland
Drill a hole in the RV roof.
Apply MS
adhesive to
the entry gland.
Do not move the entry
gland before the MS
adhesive is fully dry.
12 AWG 10 ft
Solar Panel to
Charge
Controller
Adapter Kit
Run the Adapter Kit
through the hole.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
Solar Entry Gland

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Step 1. Connect the Batteries in Parallel
100Ah Lithium Batteries
4 AWG 1 ft Battery
Interconnect Cables
Step-2 Connect the batteries in parallel.
Step-1 Ensure that all batteries are in shelf mode.
RS485 UP
1
2
1
2
3s
Shelf
Mode Active Mode
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)

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Step 2. Connect the Charge Controller to the Batteries
Note: Connect the batteries first and then the solar panels to avoid irreversible damage to the charge
controller.
Temp. PV+ PV- BAT+ BAT- LOAD+ LOAD- RS232
100Ah Lithium Batteries
40A
ANL
Fuse
10 AWG 2 ft
ANL Fuse
Cable
40A MPPT Charge Controller
STEP-2 Install a 40A ANL fuse
12 AWG 8 ft
Tray Cables
PV+ PV- BAT+ LOAD+ LOAD-
RS232
BAT-
Temp.
PV+ PV- BAT+ LOAD+ LOAD-
RS232
BAT-
Temp.
STEP-1 Install the cables on the charge controller.
1
2
1.18 in
(30 mm)
STEP-3 Install the cables on the batteries.
1
2
Open Closed
10.62 in·lbs
(1.2 N•m)
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)
70.8 in·lbs
(8 N·m)

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Step 3. Connect the Bluetooth Module to the Charge Controller
My Renogy
25%
A
Device
Device
Battery
RBT12400LFPL-...
Controller
Scene Community Me
RCC40RVRU
BT-TH-66EA3932
%
25
A
0 0
W
0
My Renogy
25%
Device
No device yet...
Community Personal
HUB Mode
Add Devices
RCC40RVRU
Cancel Confirm
PV Screen
0 V0 A0 W
0.052 kwh
Solar Volts Solar Amps
Battery Charging Volts
Battery Charging Amps
Battery Type
Sealed 77 oCoF
0 A
13.2 V
Battery Temperature
Total Energy
NOT CHARGING
History
PV Watts
Produced
RCC40RVRU
BT-1 Bluetooth Module
40A MPPT Charge Controller
POWER
LINK
BT-1
Bluetooth Module
Temp. PV+ PV- BAT+ BAT- LOAD+ LOAD- RS232
PV+ PV- BAT+ LOAD+ LOAD-
RS232
BAT-
Temp.

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Step 4. Connect the Solar Panels to the Charge Controller
Note: Connect the batteries first and then the solar panels to avoid irreversible damage to the charge
controller.
Temp. PV+ PV- BAT+ BAT- LOAD+ LOAD- RS232
200W Rigid Solar Panels
1
2
STEP-1 Install 15A Solar Connector Fuses
STEP-2 Connect the solar panels in parallel.
Solar
Entry
Gland
Solar Branch
Connector
15A Solar
Connector
Fuse
12 AWG 10 ft
Adapter Kit
STEP-3 Install the adapter kit on the charge controller.
40A MPPT
Charge Controller
PV+ PV- BAT+ LOAD+ LOAD-
RS232
BAT-
Temp.
PV+ PV- BAT+ LOAD+ LOAD-
RS232
BAT-
Temp.
1
2
1.18 in
(30 mm)
Open Closed
10.62 in·lbs
(1.2 N•m)

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Step 5. Install the Inverter and Loads
100Ah Lithium Batteries
AC Loads
(120V Single Phase, 2000W Max.)
Ground
Fault
Circuit
Interrupter
200A
ANL
Fuse
2/0 AWG
5 ft Battery
Inverter
Cables
STEP-1 Install the cables on the batteries.
STEP-3 Install the cables on the inverter.
1 2
STEP-4 Install the GFCI on the inverter.
STEP-2 Install a 200A ANL fuse
2000W
Inverter
N G L
2000W
2/0 AWG
1 ft ANL
Fuse Cable
1
2
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)
88.5 in·lbs
(10 N·m)
70.8 in·lbs
(8 N·m)

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Step 6. Communication and Monitoring Wiring
100Ah Lithium Batteries
RMS-LFPS
RJ45
Communication
Cable
Monitoring Screen
for Smart Lithium Battery
RMS-LFPS
Step-1 Ensure that all batteries are in active mode.
1 2
Shelf
Mode
Active
Mode
Step-2 Install the monitoring screen on the first battery.
RMS-LFPS
RS485 UP
RS485 LINK
Step-3 Install the communication cable on the batteries.
RS485 UP

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Safety Information
General
zWear proper protective equipment and use insulated tools during installation and operation. Do not
wear jewelry or other metal objects when working on or around the devices.
zKeep the devices out of the reach of children.
zDo not dispose of the devices as household waste. Comply with local, state, and federal laws and
regulations and use recycling channels as required.
zIn case of fire, put out the fire with a FM-200 or CO2fire extinguisher.
zInstalling the devices improperly on a boat may cause damage to components of the boat. Have the
devices installed by a qualified electrician.
zDo not expose the devices to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors.
zClean the devices regularly.
zDo not puncture, drop, crush, penetrate, shake, strike, or step on the devices.
zDo not open, disassemble, repair, tamper with, or modify the devices.
zConnect the negative prior to the positive terminal when connecting any device.
Battery Safety
zDo not use batteries if there is any damage.
zDo not touch the exposed electrolyte or powder if the battery is damaged.
zRisk of explosion! Never install the charge controller and inverter in a sealed enclosure with flooded
batteries! Do not install the charge controller, and inverter in a confined area where battery gases
can accumulate.
zPrior to installing the devices, ensure all battery groups are installed properly.
Charge Controller, and Inverter Safety
zInstall the devices indoors on a vertical surface - protected from direct sunlight, high temperatures,
and water. Make sure there is good ventilation.
zKeep the devices away from heating equipment.
zDo not insert foreign objects into the devices.
zConfirm the polarities of the devices before connection. A reverse polarity contact can result in
damage to the devices, thus voiding the warranty.
zDo not touch the connector contacts while the devices are in operation.
zDisconnect all connectors from the devices before maintenance or cleaning.
zEnsure the inverter is firmly grounded to a building, vehicle, or earth grounded. Keep the inverter
away from EMI receptors such as TVs, radios, and other audio/visual electronics to prevent damage /
interference to the equipment.
Solar Panel Safety
zDo not install the solar panel on a surface constructed from combustible material.
zDo not expose the solar panel to direct flame or heat sources.
zKeep the solar panel away from explosives and corrosive substances.
zDo not step, walk, stand, or jump on the solar panel. Localized heavy loads may cause damage to the
solar cells, which will ultimately compromise the performance of the solar panel.
zDo not band the solar panel. Bending the solar panel will cause damage to the cells and affect panel
performance.
zDo not immerse the solar panel in water.

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