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Product Information

• Specifications
  • Model: Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro
  • Energy Capacity: 1600Wh
  • Optional Accessories:
  • Anker SOLIX BP1600 Expansion Battery (Model: A17C13Z1-85)
  • Anker SOLIX Smart Meter (Model: A17X7)

Product Usage Instructions

• Installing Your Solarbank
  • Select an Installation Site:
  • Ensure sufficient space for heat dissipation and safety isolation.
  • Select an appropriate installation space based on equipment configuration.
  • What You Need:
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Installation Steps:
  • Place the expansion battery on the floor 30mm from the wall.
  • Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the rubber plug at the bottom of the Solarbank and expand the batteries.
  • Electrical Connections
  • Refer to the operation instructions for detailed electrical connections.

Button Controls

LED Guide

Using the App

1. 1.  **Download the App:** Obtain the app from the relevant app store.

2. Account Registration: Register an account within the app.

Warning Signs

About This Guide

This guide shows the primary system for the whole-home photovoltaic energy cycle, with Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro installed as the main service equipment. This guide describes Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro in terms of unboxing, product overview, installation, electrical connections, button and light explanation, customer service, and safety guidelines.

• One Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro can support up to five Anker SOLIX BP1600 Expansion Battery modules.
• Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro can be used with Anker SOLIX Smart Meter.

Unboxing

Check Before Installation

• Check the Outer Packaging
  • Before unpacking the equipment, check the outer packaging for damage, such as holes and cracks, and review the equipment model number.
  • If any damage is found or the model is not what you requested, do not unpack the equipment and contact Anker customer service as soon as possible.
• Check Deliverables
  • After unpacking the equipment, check that the deliverables are intact complete, and free from any obvious damage. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Anker customer service.
• What’s in the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro Box
  • Model: A17C1

Optional Accessories

• The following accessories must be ordered separately.
• Anker SOLIX BP1600 Expansion Battery (Optional)
• Model: A17C13Z1-85

Anker SOLIX Smart Meter (Optional)

• Model: A17X7

Overview

Product Overview

1. Power Button
2. IoT Button
3. Power Status LED
4. IoT Status LED
5. Working Status LED
6. MC4 Ports for PV Input 1
7. MC4 Ports for PV Input 2
8. MC4 Ports for PV Input 3
9. MC4 Ports for PV Input 4
10. Grid-Tied Terminal
11. Backup Terminal
12. Ground Screw Hole (Protective earthing conductor wire should be at least 26.6mm²)

Button Controls

LED Guide

Installing Your Solarbank

• Select an Installation Site Environment Requirements
  • Do not place the modules near an area exposed to direct sunlight, fire, or explosive materials.
  • Ensure the site is protected from potential hazards such as floods.
  • The maximum operating altitude is 4,000 m (13,123 ft).
• Measure the Distance
  • Reserve sufficient space for heat dissipation and safety isolation.
  1. Select the appropriate installation space according to the equipment configuration to be installed.
  2. Equipment Dimensions Figure:
  • Figure: Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro
  • Figure: Anker SOLIX BP1600 Expansion Battery

What You Need

Note: The following components are not included in this package. Please make sure they are ready before installation and electrical connection.

Installation

The steps below describe the installation of one Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro and two Expansion Batteries as an example.

1. Place one expansion battery on the floor 30mm from the wall.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to pry open the rubber plug at the bottom of the Solarbank and expansion batteries.
   • Note: When installing the bottom battery pack or only one Solarbank, please do not remove the bottom rubber plug to avoid water damage to the equipment.
3. Stack expansion batteries in sequence with Solarbank at the top by inserting the two corresponding ports into each other.
4. Pre-fasten the L-Shape Wall Mount Fitting to both sides of the first expansion battery under Solarbank using M5×10 combined Phillips screws.
5. Mark the position of drilling holes on both sides and use a drill with a φ8 drill bit and a depth of 60mm.
6. Use a hammer to tap the plastic sleeve of the M5×60 self-tapping expansion screw into the hole, and then use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the M5×60 self-tapping screw against the L-Shape Wall Mount Fitting.
7. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the M5×10 combined Phillips screws against the L-Shape Wall Mount Fitting; then secure the interlocking bracket to the expansion battery using the M5×10 combined Phillips screws to complete the installation.
   • Note:
   • The grid connection must be connected to a socket with grounding, otherwise there is a risk of electric shock. Alternatively, the casing should be grounded. The grounding point is shown below.
   • This product includes a double isolation transformer, which meets safety requirements without array ground insulation resistance measurement and array residual current detection.

Electrical Connections

Connecting Cables
The steps below describe the installation of one Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro with four solar panels as an example.

1. Connect Solarbank to a home outlet using the included AC Cable with Schuko plug (5m).
2. Find the MC4 ports of your solar panels.
3. Connect each set of PV modules to each set of PV input ports in Solarbank using the included Anker SOLIX Solar Panel Extension Cable (3m).

Turn On the Solarbank

1. The first use requires the connection of a solar panel and a home outlet.
2. When you use it at night, you can press and hold the power button on the solar bank for 4 seconds to turn it on, which will enable network pairing. Please complete the network paring with the app within 30 minutes. If the network paring is not completed within 30 minutes, the Solarbank will automatically turn off.
3. If you want to turn it off, please use the wrench to remove the solar panel extension cables on the device side and press the power button for 2 seconds.

Using the App

Download the App
Search “Anker” and download the App via the App Store or Google Play. Or scan the QR code below to go to the corresponding application store.

Account Registration Region Selection

• When the app is launched, you will head to the login page.
• Please be reminded that the country region MUST match where you live. An incorrect country region may cause the device connection to fail.
  • Country Selection

Sign Up / Sign In

• You can login via Anker account, Amazon, or Apple ID.
• If you do not have an Anker account, you can tap [Sign Up] to register an account:
• Please prepare an email for the registration process. Passwords must contain 8-20 characters using uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

Initialization Setting

Network Configuration
Before configuring, please ensure the network connection is working well with a strong Wi-Fi signal. Do not place the device far away from the router.

Add Home Devices (Optional)
If you have purchased Anker SOLIX Smart Meter, please scan the QR code below for more details.

Anker SOLIX Smart Meter can be added to the home system by following the process below. If you do not need to add any devices, you can skip the process by clicking [Skip].

1. Click [Start] to begin the process of adding home devices.
2. Select the devices that have been bound to the current account. If you want to add devices that have not been bound to the account, then click [Add Devices].
3. Follow the process guide to activate the Smart Meter Bluetooth and pair your Smart Meter with Wi-Fi.
4. After paring the Smart Meter, return to the [Add Devices] interface. At this time, you can see the Smart Meter in the list.
5. Select the Smart Meter to add it to the system.

Firmware Update

Make sure all your devices have configured Wi-Fi and have a stable network connection.

1. If there is an important update for the firmware of Solarbank or Smart Meter, the app will guide you to through the process. Make sure your devices are on and connected to Wi-Fi before updating.
2. If no update is required, you can skip this step.
   • Note: Updates can take a few minutes. Please be patient. If the update fails, check if your devices are activated and connected to Wi-Fi.

Power Mode Setting Initialization

1. Tap [Create] to create a system for the previously added device.
2. You can initially set up the system’s energy plan with the following options:
   • Self-Consumption: Solarbank will intelligently perform the charging and discharging based on real-time power demand required by household loads obtained from the Smart Meter.
   • Custom Mode: You can set up a schedule for Solarbank to discharge a fixed amount of power into your home load at different periods, and the extra energy will be stored in Solarbank.
   • Note: Self-Consumption mode is only available when the Smart Meter is added to the system.

Energy Plan Setting About Energy Plan

• In the Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro system, you can set up a charging and discharging plan. Solarbank will output the necessary amount of power to household loads at different periods through the preset plan, and extra energy can be stored in Solarbank for reuse during the peak period of electricity consumption. This helps maximize use of solar energy.
• Once you have configured the Smart Meter, you can also select Self-Consumption mode. The meter will intelligently manage Solarbank’s discharging and energy storage in real-time by obtaining only the amount of electricity required by household loads, not wasting solar energy.
  • Access mode selection from the Energy Plan shortcut on the Home page:
  • Self-Consumption: In this mode, the Smart Meter calculates the power needed for household loads and sends it to Solarbank for efficient use of solar energy. Excess power is stored in the battery. This mode is only possible with a Smart Meter.
  • Custom Mode: Manually create an electricity plan. Solarbank discharges household loads based on your inputs for different hourly timeframes. Extra energy is stored in the battery.
  • An Energy Plan can be set for each day of the week for a flexible energy solution for your family.

Select Custom Mode, then click the button below it:

1. Tap [Settings] to enter the Energy Plan setting page, which will list all the plans you have set up. If there is no plan, Solarbank will discharge 200W to home loads at all times.
2. Click [+] in the upper right corner to add an Energy Plan.
3. On the Energy Plan page, click [Set a Schedule] to set the power that Solarbank discharges to household loads for different time periods.
4. Tap [Repeat] above to repeat the set discharge plan for other weeks.
5. After completing all settings, tap [√ ] in the upper right corner to save and apply the Energy Plan.
   • Note:
   • You can add an Energy Plan for multiple devices with different recurring dates.
   • Ensure that your device is connected to WiFi when you save an electricity usage plan to synchronize the plan.
   • In Self-Consumption mode, if the Smart Meter goes offline or malfunctions, Solarbank automatically switches to Custom mode as a backup energy plan. This lasts until the Smart Meter returns to normal, and then the SelfConsumption mode automatically resumes.

FAQs

1. Q: What precautions should I take before installing/adding expansion batteries?
   • A: When installing/adding expansion batteries, it is necessary to power off and shut down the system to protect yourself and the machine. Performing this operation while powered on is not covered under warranty. Please follow the steps below for proper installation:
   • a. Disconnect Solarbank and the solar panels.
   • b. Press the on/off button for 2 seconds to turn off the power.
   • c. After turning off Solarbank, install the expansion batteries to Solarbank.
   • d. Connect solar panels for normal use.
2. Q: Are there any other precautions that need to be taken when installing and using the product?
   • A: Ensure that the AC outlet is properly grounded.
3. Q: Can the photovoltaic panels be connected in series?
   • A: No. Never connect two or more components in a series because this causes the input voltage to exceed 60V and will damage the equipment.

Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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