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Jared
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 ...

10 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...

10 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...

10 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.

10 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...

10 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.

10 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.

10 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.

10 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 ...

10 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.

10 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...

10 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...

10 months ago
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RE: Chargeverter question

The input for Chargeverter only allows for VAC.

10 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...

10 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.

10 months ago
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