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Jared
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RE: 18Kpv "self consumption" mode means use the battery? WTF?

I recommend setting the PV Charge Priority to 100% or your desired SOC and configuring the battery priority timing accordingly. This setup allows the ...

9 months ago
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RE: Is it possible my 18Kpv CTs were mislabeled?

The CTs are mislabeled. If you'd like them oriented correctly, I can adjust the CT settings in the inverter, or you can leave them as they are current...

9 months ago
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RE: Is it possible my 18Kpv CTs were mislabeled?

I've noticed some CTs have been mislabeled from the factory. Could you share screenshots of the readings along with the CTs' orientation? I can verify...

9 months ago
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RE: 18KPV unexplained low and varying EPS power flow - breaker off - multiple units

I believe this to be the normal/idle consumption of the 18kPV.

9 months ago
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RE: Help! 18Kpv suddenly went offline

I do not see any reported outages. I would recommend testing different channel numbers on your router's 2.4GHz band. Local interference on the current...

9 months ago
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RE: why doesn't my 18KPV want to charge my batteries from the grid ...

Would you be able to send me a DM of the serial number for the inverter and I can take a look at it.

9 months ago
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RE: Firmware for Lifepower4 V1 25.6v 200AH battery

I don't believe the firmware for the 24v Lifepower4 V1 is listed. However, let me see what I can find.

9 months ago
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RE: Important Update: LCD Version 18 Firmware

@idee if you don't mind sending me a DM with the data or serial number of the inverter, I would definitely like to take a look.

9 months ago
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RE: Charging/SOC issues

What protocol is configured on the batteries, and which lithium brand is selected on the inverter? Based on the screenshot, these appear to be Indoor ...

9 months ago
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RE: 18kpv status lights

Feel free to DM your serial number and I can verify that it is correctly configured. However, this sounds normal for on-grid use.

9 months ago
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RE: System configuration for a very low duty cycle UPS application

I recommend reviewing our white paper on closed-loop versus open-loop systems for a detailed explanation. Personally, I prefer the BMS communication p...

9 months ago
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RE: Vbus over range fault 18kpv

What firmware version is currently installed on both the battery and the inverter? Also, which lithium brand is selected on the inverter, and what pro...

9 months ago
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RE: Chargeverter question

The input for Chargeverter only allows for VAC.

9 months ago
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RE: Battery SOC inconsistancy

With the discharge curve of the battery, the voltage range from 52V to 50V typically corresponds to an 80% to 20% state of SOC. However, since voltage...

9 months ago
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RE: Reading Local Data

I will need to consult with our R&D team for this. Once I have the information, I’ll share it in the thread.

9 months ago
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