ECOFLOW PowerOcean DC Fit Owner’s Manual

ECOFLOW PowerOcean DC Fit

Specifications

• Product: EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit
• Version: V1.1
• Components: PV Storage Converter, Battery Pack (expandable to 3 batteries), Battery Pack Base, Adjustable Feet

Product Usage Instructions

• Safety Precautions
  Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you understand and adhere to the safety precautions outlined in the manual. These precautions are categorized into DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE levels of risk.

• Preparing Tools and Instruments
  Make sure you have all the necessary tools and instruments listed in the manual, including grounding cable, screwdrivers, measuring tape, wire stripper, multimeter, safety goggles, and more

• Package Inspection
  Prior to installation, inspect the package contents to ensure all components are present. Check for items such as the PV Storage Converter, Smart meter, battery pack, mounting pieces, screws, and other accessories.

• Installation Environment
  Install the system in a well-ventilated area following local laws and regulations. Ensure the system is positioned vertically, away from direct sunlight, rain, or snow. Maintain proper distance from heat sources, unstable surfaces, and corrosive materials.

• Installation Space
  Allocate the required installation space as per the specified dimensions provided in the manual. Ensure there is adequate space for each component including the battery base, battery pack, and PV Storage Converter.

• System Installation
  Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the manual to install the battery base, battery pack, PV Storage Converter, and other components as outlined. Ensure proper alignment and secure fastening of all parts.

FAQ

1. Q: Can the battery pack be expanded beyond 3 batteries?
   A: No, the battery pack is designed to be expandable up to a maximum of 3 batteries as per product specifications.

2. Q: What is the IP rating of the system?
   A: The system has an IP65 rating, indicating protection against dust and water ingress.

Installation Guide

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Safety Precautions

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING| Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION| Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE| Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss, performance deterioration, or unanticipated results.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

DANGER

• Do not work with power on during installation or maintenance.
• Personnel who plan to install, maintain, or perform electrical operations on the equipment must receive thorough training, and be familiar with all necessary safety precautions and instructions.
• Personnel who plan to perform special operations should have the necessary local or national qualifications for tasks such as high-voltage operations, working at heights, and so on.
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) for all professional or skilled work on the equipment.
• WARNING
  • When the photovoltaic (PV) array is exposed to light, it supplies direct current voltage to the power conversion equipment (PCE).
  • Do not touch the exposed electrical cable with bare hands.

EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit:

Preparing Tools and Instruments

ESSENTIAL CABLES & CONNECTORS

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND OTHER OPTIONAL TOOLS

Package Inspection

NOTICE

• Check if the deliverables are intact and complete. If any item is missing or damaged, contact the supplier.
•  Retain the original packaging and documentation for further needs.

ECOFLOW POWEROCEAN PV STORAGE CONVERTER

ECOFLOW POWEROCEAN LFP BATTERY PACK

ECOFLOW POWEROCEAN LFP BATTERY BASE

ECOFLOW Y-BRANCH SOLAR CONNECTOR

Installation Environment

WARNING

• The installation and use environment must meet relevant international, national, and local standards for lithium batteries, and be in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
• NOTICE
  •  When installing the equipment in a garage, keep it away from the drive way.
  • The mounting structure where the equipment is installed must be fire resistant. Do not install the equipment on flammable building materials.
  • Ensure that the installation surface is solid enough to bear the weight of the equipment.

Installation Space

• WARNING
  • Reserve enough clearance around equipment to ensure sufficient space for installation and heat dissipation.
• NOTICE
  • Reserve enough space on both sides of the equipment to facilitate the locking operation of the screws.

System Installation

• DANGER
  • When drilling screw holes, avoid the water pipes and power cables buried in the wall and under the floor.
• CAUTION
  • When moving heavy equipment, assign enough personnel (two or more).
  • When moving the battery pack, hold the handles on top of it.
• NOTICE
  • Install the provided adjustable feet to level the battery base if needed.

Installing Battery Base
Without adjustable feet

With adjustable feet

Installing Battery Pack

Installing PV Storage Converter

Installing Protective Earthing Conductor

DANGER
Grounding terminals should be fully connected.

Electrical Connection

• DANGER
  • Keep the protective cap of the unused terminal on the converter. Otherwise, the IP rating of the converter will be affected.
• CAUTION
  • Only qualified persons can perform the following operations.
• NOTICE
  • Use cables that meet local regulations and the recommended specifications.

EcoFlow PowerOcean PV Storage Converter

BATTERY SWITCH

• ON: EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit stores the excess electricity generated by solar panels, and then supplies it to the home load when solar power is insufficient.
• OFF-BYPASS: EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit does not function as a power storage or backup unit. The electricity produced by solar panels goes to a solar inverter through the converter.

Cable Requirements

1. PV input cable
   4 mm² – 6 mm² conductor

2. Inverter connection cable
   4 mm² – 6 mm² conductor

3. Smart meter communication cable
   Twisted-pair cable 2*0.5 mm²

4. Ethernet cable
   Cat 5e or higher shielded network cable

5. PE cable
   4 mm² copper conductor

System  Preview

Connecting to PV System

DANGER

• Power off the solar inverter from all voltage sources (both DC and AC sides) and disconnect it from the grid.
• If the PV string has no DC breaker or isolator to shut off DC input, do not cut all PV cables at once.
• Check if all equipment, components, cables, and terminals are in good condition.
• Do not hold the leads from “PV+” and “PV-” on the solar panels at the same time. The solar panels will generate lethal high voltage when exposed to sunlight.
• All terminals must be connected in the correct polarity to prevent damage to the system or risk of electric shock. Always connect positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-).
• The DC input voltage and the short-circuit current of each PV string input must not exceed Max Input Voltage and Isc PV (Absolute Maximum).
• The impedance between the positive/negative terminals of the PV strings and earth should be larger than 1MΩ. Do not connect the PV strings to earthing or grounding conductor.

WARNING
Use the solar connectors provided in the package. Do not cross-mating solar connectors of different manufacturers.

NOTICE

• To prevent lightning damage to the converter, add a surge protection switch at the PV junction box (if applicable).
• Avoid connecting any solar panels with a risk of leakage current to the converter.
• Avoid mixing solar panels that have different electrical characteristics to one PV string input. Also, avoid connecting solar panels with different orientations or angles.
• After the solar connectors have snapped into place, always check if the connection is secure.

A Check the BATTERY SWITCH status on the converter.

B De-energize all electrical equipment. All switches connected to the existing solar power system should be OFF status.

C Cut existing solar cables.

D Prepare solar connectors for the PV strings and the inverter.

Do not cross-mate solar connectors of different manufacturers.

E Check the polarities of the connection cables.

NOTICE

• If the multimeter displays a negative value, the polarities of the leads are reversed. Correct them and try again.
• If the multimeter displays a voltage exceeding 1000V, remove some solar panels.

F Connect to the converter.

NOTICE
To remove or remake the solar connectors, use the provided solar connector spanner to remove them.

For an inverter that only supports single PV string input, adjust the connection using the EcoFlow Y-branch Solar Connector

For an inverter that supports multiple PV strings (≥ 2 strings) in one input, avoid paralleling the EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit with a PV string to prevent potential damage to solar panels.

Connecting Smart Meter

NOTICE
Use the smart meter provided in the package.

Wiring diagram (three-phase)

NOTICE
For a three-phase house wiring, always adhere to the three-phase wiring diagram when installing the smart meter, irrespective of whether a single- phase inverter is in use.

Wiring diagram (single-phase)

Connecting to the Internet

NOTICE
Use Cat 5e or higher rating shielded network cable.

Method 1 : Via a Wired Network

Both ends of the network cable use the T568B wiring standard (straight-through cable).

Test network cable connection. If the LEDs of the two RJ45 ports light up in sequence, it indicates that the network cable is correctly wired and should be fully operational.

Method 2: Via a Wireless Network
Adjust the Wi-Fi antenna, then refer to System Commissioning section in this guide to connect the device to a wireless network.

Installation Review

owner.
| Cable connection| All electrical cables are connected correctly and securely.
| Grounding| The grounding terminals are connected securely.
| Switch| All switches connected to the system are in off status.
| Unused terminal and port| Unused terminals and ports are covered with watertight caps.
****| Environment| The installation space is proper, and the installation environment is clean and tidy.

System Power-On

1. Turn on the existing solar power system.

2. Turn the BATTERY SWITCH on the converter to the ON position and verify the third-party solar inverter is functioning properly.
   NOTICE
   If the inverter is not functioning, proceed with the following checks:

3. Confirm all hardware connections are firm and properly connected.

4. Inspect the inverter for an “Insulation Fault” message. If such a message appears, it suggests a compatibility issue. Please contact EcoFlow technical support.

5. If the problem persists after these checks, contact EcoFlow technical support.

6. Press and hold the BATTERY ON/OFF button on the converter for about 5 seconds. Wait until the LEDs light up and then flash twice, indicating a successful system power-on.

System Power-Off

1. Shut down the EcoFlow Power ocean DC Fit via the EcoFlow app.
2. Turn the BATTERY SWITCH on the converter to the OFF-BYPASS position.
3. Press and hold the BATTERY ON/OFF button on the converter for about 10 seconds.
4. Wait until the LEDs are completely off, indicating a successful system power-off.

LED Indicators

System Reminder

• The converter is energized by a DC voltage source (PV or battery pack), but the system is not functioning or is not completely powered-off.
• To turn on the system:
  • Press and hold the BATTERY On/OFF button for about 5 seconds.
  • Wait until the LEDs light up and then flash twice.
• To power off the system:
  Turn the BATTERY SWITCH to OFF-BYPASS position.

Discharge Status

Charge Status

Faulty Status

If the LED displays a faulty status, visit the EcoFlow / EcoFlow Pro app to retrieve the error code.

System Commissioning

1. INSTALL ECOFLOW PRO APP (FOR INSTALLER ) Scan the QR code or download at: https://download.ecoflow.com/ecoflowproapp 

2. LOG IN & REGISTER
   Enter the installer account and password.

3. ADD SYSTEM
   Tap Add System or + to automatically search for Bluetooth devices nearby, and select EcoFlow PowerOcean DC Fit to bind.

   • You can find the device serial number (S/N) in the product nameplate.
   • If a firmware update prompt pops up, please follow it to upgrade the device to the latest version before proceeding.

4. COMMISSIONING
   After binding the device successfully, the device enters the commissioning process.
   Step1: Internet Setup

   • Tap Internet setup to start the network configuration.

   • Via a wireless network
     Select Wi-Fi, enter the wireless network name and the password of the installation site.

   • Via a wired network
     Select Ethernet to set IP mode.

   • In DHCP mode, the device obtains IP address automatically.

   •  In Static mode, network administrator (homeowner) should set a valid IP address to the device. To avoid IP address conflict, check the IP addresses of other devices on the network by accessing router’s settings.

   • Step2: Home Settings
     Tap Home Settings to set necessary parameters.

   • Step3: Device Settings
     Tap Device Settings to set necessary parameters.

   • Step4: Grant User Access
     Tap Grant user access to generate an accessing QR code for home owner.

5. CUSTOMER SERVICE
   Help the home owner to download the EcoFlow app and bind the device.

6. Step1: Install EcoFlow App (FOR USER)
   Scan the QR code or download at: https://download.ecoflow.com/app

7. Step2: Scan user grant QR code
   Home owner scan the system QR code displayed on the installer’s phone to bind the device.

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References

• download.ecoflow.com/ecoflowproapp
• download.ecoflow.com/app
• enterprise.ecoflow.com/eu/documentation

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