Bluetti EP500 Solar Power Station User Manual

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This PDF user manual is for the Bluetti (PowerOak) EP500 Solar Power Station.

About the Item

Bluetti (PowerOak) EP500 Solar Power Station | 2000W 5100Wh

The Bluetti EP500 is shipped with a ground-breaking 5100Wh LiFePO4 battery pack and a 2000W rated pure sine wave AC inverter. This class-leading power station brings you the power to run your entire party, family camping trip, cabin workshops, or even your whole house for a day or two in the event of an unexpected outage. Up to 15 outlet sources allow you to power anything from laptops and air conditioners to your electric vehicles without breaking a sweat.
The advanced Battery Management System and LiFePO4 chemistry bring the EP500 incredible safety and durability. With the built-in dual-core microcomputer and Internet connection, the EP500’s firmware can be upgraded through your internet connection.
The EP500 will automatically become your home energy source for essential loads when the electrical grid goes down. Unlike gasoline generators, Bluetti EP500 keeps your lights on and laptops charged without upkeep, fuel, carbon monoxide or annoying noise. Pair with up to 1200W MPPT solar input to rapidly recharge or to keep your appliances running without depleting the onboard battery.

Please read this manual before use and follow its guidance. Keep this manual for future reference.

(PDF) USER MANUAL (ENGLISH)

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS

1. Bluetti EP500 Introduction. Abbreviation.
2. General Safety Instructions: Installation (for grid-tie system). Installation environment requirements.
3. What’s in the Box
4. Bluetti APP User Guide
5. Features of Bluetti EP500
6. Start up & Power off
7. User Interface: Home Page. Settings. AC Output Voltage & Frequency. Language Setting & ECO Mode. Machine Type (for split phase setting, exclusive for 100-120V Version). Working Mode. Max. Grid Input Current. Date and time & Touch Sound & Backlight Brightness. Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Connection. Product Info. Inverter & Charger Info. BMS Maintenance. Alarm History.
8. How to Recharge Bluetti EP500 (INPUT)
8.1. CP1 (1st Charging Port): From Wall Outlet (by AC charging cable). From Generator (gasoline, propane, or diesel).
8.2. CP2 (2nd Charging Port): Solar Panels (via 4pin aviation-MC4 cable).
8.3. Dual Charging.
8.4. How to calculate the recharging time of Bluetti EP500
9. Discharge (OUTPUT)
9.1. The Output Port: AC Output Port. DC Output Port.
9.2. Operation Time Estimation
9.3. How to Calculate the Operation Time
10. UPS. UPS working system introduction. Enable UPS Running Mode: Standard UPS Mode / PV Priority Mode / Time Control UPS / Customized UPS
11. Split Phase Function
12. Technical Specification for EP500-JP, EP500-US, EP500-EU/UK/AU.
13. Storage and Maintenance
14. Troubleshooting: Error Code / Error List / Troubleshooting
15. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

Q: How to claim the warranty and extended warranty?
A: Please place your after-sale requirement as the warranty card written to the vendor where you order the product, the extended warranty (if purchased) will take effects after the default warranty is void.

Q: Can it be upgraded?
A: The firmware including ARM, DSP, IoT and BMS can be upgraded online through OTA, and the parameters of the machine will be adjusted and optimized.

Q: Can it be charged and discharged at the same time?
A: Yes, the unit supports pass-through charging function for both AC and DC outputs. We recommend to fully charge the unit at least once per month to extend battery life.

Q: How many UPS modes are there?
A: There are 4 types of UPS Mode you can choose freely, PV priority Mode, Standard UPS Mode, Time Control Mode and Customized Mode. There can both be set to work offline and online.

Q: What is the UPS switching latency?
A: There are two types of working conditions of Standard UPS for Bluetti EP500. No delay for online UPS; 20ms from offline UPS.

Q: Can I connected my two Bluetti EP500 with Fusion Box to achieve double the output power, voltage and capacity.
A: You can connect two Bluetti EP500 OR two EP500Pro with a Fusion Box. The units must be of the same type and the correct Fusion Box (P020A for EP500, P030A for EP500Pro). You cannot mix a EP500 and EP500Pro with a Fusion Box.

Q: Can I use third-party solar panels to charge the unit?
A: Yes, the third-party solar panels are available as long as they contain MC4 connectors, besides the voltage (in series or parallel) is between 55V to 145V and the maximum input power is 1200W.
If the open circuit voltage of the panels is less than 550V, you can choose PV Module to step down the voltage to achieve solar charging.

Q: How do I know whether my appliance can work well with the power station?
A: Calculate how much the continuous loads are for your appliances are in total. As long as they do not exceed the rated output power of the power station, it should work.

Q: How can I connect the product to my home circuit breaker box?
A: To install the grid-tie power system, an electrician with a professional technician certificate is required, connect the wires of critical equipment from your main electrical box to the BLUETTI Sub Panel (optional purchase).

Why download the Manual?

This user manual provides all the information from Bluetti PowerOak about the EP500 Solar Power Station, as detailed in the table of contents. Reading it completely will address most questions you might have. You can download and save it for offline use, including viewing it on your device or printing it for your convenience if you prefer a paper version.

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