ANKER E1600 Plus Solar Bank User Guide

: July 9, 2024
: Anker

ANKER E1600 Plus Solar Bank User Guide

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About This Guide

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

**One Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus can support up to five Anker SOLIX BP1600 Expansion Battery modules. ·** Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus 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 and 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 Plus Box Model: A17C3

What’s in the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus Box

Model: A17C3

Optional Accessories

Overview

Product Overview

Power Button
IoT Button
Power Status LED
IoT Status LED
Working Status LED
PV Connector Ports for PV Input 1
PV Connector Ports for PV Input 2
Ground Screw Hole (Protective earthing conductor wire should be at least 4mm²)
Grid-Tied Terminal

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.

What You Need

Installation

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

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

Turn On the Solarbank

Using the App

Download the App

Search “Anker” and download the App via App Store or Google Play. Or scan QR code below to go to the corresponding application store.https://dl.anker.com/qcdl?flow=charging

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

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.
Step 1
If Solarbank is powered off, press the left button on the device for 4 seconds to turn it on.

Step 2
Press the right button on the device, enable Wi-Fi mode.

When the IoT light flashes, the device is in Configuration mode.
If the device has configured Wi-Fi and you wish to reset it, you may hold the IoT button for 7 seconds

Step 3

Keep the device on.
Tap [+] or [Add Device] at the top right corner of Devices page.

Step 4
The Anker App will automatically search for your Solarbank. Once the device is found, it will appear on the list.

Please make sure your phone’s Bluetooth is on, and the Anker App is authorized to access Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
If you wish to manually search for the device, you can tap [Balcony Solar System] in the “Add devices manually” row.

Step 5
After connecting Solarbank via Bluetooth, you should choose a Wi-Fi network for the device. Select the Wi-Fi network from the list and enter the password.

The device only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.
Make sure the password is correct.

Step 6
Your Solarbank should successfully be configured to the network.
If the configuration process fails, follow the tips below:

Check if the Wi-Fi router is working normally.
Move the router closer to the device.
Make sure the Wi-Fi password is correct.

Add Home Devices (Optional)

If you have purchased Anker SOLIX Smart Meter, please scan the QR code below for more details.

https://rainbowbridge.anker.com/qrscan?key=Anker_A17X7_UG

nker 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].

Click [Start] to begin the process of adding home devices.
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].
Follow the process guide to activate the Smart Meter Bluetooth and pair your Smart Meter with Wi-Fi.
After paring the Smart Meter, return to the [Add Devices] interface. At this time, you can see the Smart Meter in the list.
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.

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.
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

Tap [Create] to create a system for the previously added device.
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 time periods, and the extra energy will be stored in Solarbank.

Energy Plan Setting

About Energy Plan
In the Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus system, you can set up a charging and discharging plan. Solarbank will output the necessary amount of power to household loads at different time 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.

Select Mode
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.
****Energy Plan can be set for each day of the week for a flexible energy solution for your family.

Custom Mode
Select Custom Mode, then click the button below it:

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.
Click [+] in the upper right corner to add a Energy Plan.
On the Energy Plan page, click [Set a Schedule] to set the power that Solarbank discharges to household loads for different time periods.
Tap [Repeat] above to repeat the set discharge plan for other weeks.
After completing all settings, tap [√ ] in the upper right corner to save and apply the Energy Plan.

Note:

You can add Energy Plan for multiple devices with different recurring dates.
Ensure that your device is connected to Wi-Fi when you save an electricty 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 Self-Consumption mode automatically resumes.

FAQ

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:
Disconnect Solarbank and the solar panels.
Press the on/off button for 2 seconds to turn off the power.
After turning off Solarbank, install the expansion batteries to Solarbank.
Connect solar panels for normal use.
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.
Q: Can the photovoltaic panels be connected in series?
A: No. Never connect two or more components in series because this causes the input voltage to exceed 60V and will damage the equipment.