greenworks GWU-SW-1.0 Smart Switch Installation Guide

GreenWorks GWU-SW-1.0 Smart Switch

Specifications

• Dimensions: 387mm x 140mm x 334mm
• Weight: 304.8mm x 356mm
• Components: Upper bracket, Lower bracket, Screws, CT extension cable, Communication cable, Self-tapping screw, Expansion set

Product Usage Instructions

Preparation

Before starting the installation process, ensure you have checked the packing list and gathered all necessary tools.

Check Packing List

Open the package and verify that you have received all the materials and accessories listed, including perforating paper, brackets, screws, cables, and tools.

Tools

Gather the required tools for installation, such as a screwdriver, drill, pliers, wrenches, marker pen, and rubber hammer.

Mounting

Step 1: Install the bracket

Assemble the upper and lower brackets of the Switch box using screws and a screwdriver. Ensure the brackets are securely fixed.

Step 2: Fix the position on the wall

Mark the drilling spots on the wall using a spirit level and a marker pen. Drill holes of the appropriate diameter and insert expansion bolts using a rubber hammer.

Wiring Connection

Step 3: Switch box internal wiring connection

After mounting the box, unlock and open the top cover. Connect the load output of BI and the inverter break, sampling/control lines, and load/grid-connected inverter following the wiring diagram provided.

Wire Connection Reference Diagram

Prepare different sizes of catheters and insert them into the ports as per the diagram. Use crimping pliers to secure connections and follow the specified wire sizes and torques.

Required Wire Sizes and Torques

Refer to the product manual for details on wire sizes and torques required for proper installation and connection.

FAQ

• Q: What is the purpose of the Switch box?
  • A : The Switch box is designed to enable intelligent switching and management of home loads in conjunction with an energy storage system.
• Q: How do I ensure proper installation of the brackets?
  • A : Use a spirit level to mark and drill holes at designated spots on the wall. Securely fix the brackets using screws and ensure they are firmly installed before proceeding with further steps.

Introduction

BI, as the core component of the whole house load solution, is responsible for the access of an energy storage system to the home to realize intelligent switching and management of the home load. Through the expansion of Switch box and BI, intelligent home loadswitching management will be achieved.

Overview

Preparation

Check Packing List

Open the package and check the materials and accessories according the following list.

Tools

Mounting

Step 1: Install the bracket

The bracket of the Switch box is composed of two parts. Upper bracket and Lower bracket are used to install the Switch box. Use the screwdriver to fix the brackets on the box.

Step 3: Switch box internal wiring connection

Make sure all brackets (upper brackets and lower brackets) are well and firmly installed

Wiring Connection

Wire Connection Reference Diagram

For details on the connections, please refer to the wiring connections diagram label on the chassis. The next are the detailed wiring steps

Required Wire Sizes and Torques

Connection Steps

1. Connect RS485 in the Meter. Connect the A+ to the No.3 pin of AUX 1 of BI Control, and B- to the 4 of AUX 1.
2. Connect 8 pins of COM terminal to the corresponding 8 pins of AUX 2 in the BI Control of BI
3. Connect CT1, 2, 3 in the Switch box to the CT1, 2, 3 in the BI Control of BI.
4. Connect ground line from panel.
5. Connections of power cable.

The input ports are on the left side, connected to the BI and panel. The output ports are on the right side, connected to the corresponding load.
Please refer to 5.1 Wire connection reference diagram for detailed wiring system wiring scheme.

APP Setting

The BI controls the ON/OFF of the Switch box load/PV inverter through 3 controllable DO outputs. Users can select smart control mode and manual mode to fine-tune the load power management according to their needs

Step 1: Download the gPOWER APP

Scan

Scan the QR code below or visit https://access.greenworkspower.com to download APP

Step 2: Set the Switch box

1. Open the gPOWER app on the smartphone. Click on Local to enter, click on “Scan”, and scan the QR code of the inverter WiFi, the password (which can be changed) will appear automatically and you can click on “Login” to log in.

2. Tap the “Gear” in the upper right corner on the Overview page. Then tap “Basic”.

3. Tap Smart Switch -> tap “Disable” and click “Enable” and “Save” to enable Smart Switch. The “SolarMeterExt” is set Disable or Enable according to the actual situation.

4. After Smart Switch is enabled, There are “Solar Inverter DO1”, “Smart Load DO2” and “Smart Load DO3”. (Only two Dos on the diagram)
   For each DO, two modes can be chosen: “Solar inverter” and “Smart switch”.
   The status and power can show the status and the load consumption of the current channel

5. When the DOs are in the “smart switch” mode, they can choose “auto” and “manual”.

6. When the DO is in the solar inverter mode, it also can choose auto and manual.

References

• access.greenworkspower.com

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