Enphase IQ8 Install and Operation Manual

IQ8 / IQ8+ / IQ8M / IQ8A / IQ8H Micro Installation and Operation

Enphase Microinverter Installation

Installing the Enphase IQ Series Micros involves several key steps. Each step listed here is detailed

in the following pages.

Step 1: Position the Enphase IQ Cable

Step 2: Position the Junction Box

Step 3: Mount the Microinverters

Step 4: Create an Installation Map

Step 5: Manage the Cabling

Step 6: Connect the Microinverters

Step 7: Terminate the Unused End of the Cable

Step 8: Complete Installation of the Junction Box

Step 9: Connect the PV Modules

Step 10: Enphase Energy System Configurations

Horizontal Mount

Vertical Mount

Step 1: Position the Enphase IQ Cable

A. Plan each cable segment to allow drop connectors on the Enphase IQ Cable to align with each PV module.

Allow extra length for slack, cable turns, and any obstructions.

B. Mark the approximate centers of each PV module on the PV racking.

C. Lay out the cabling along the installed racking for the AC branch circuit.

D. Cut each segment of cable to meet your planned needs.

WARNING: When transitioning between rows, secure the cable to the rail to prevent cable damage or

connector damage. Do not count on connector to withstand tension.

Enphase IQ

Cable