Renogy Element, Lycan Powerbox User Manual

THE ELEMENT SERIES

USER GUIDE
THE LYCAN POWERBOX

Version 2.0

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SYMBOLS

WARNING

Indicates potentially dangerous conditions that could result in
personal injury

CAUTION

Indicates conditions or practices that could result in damage to the
unit or other equipment

Indicates procedure or function that is important for proper and safe

NOTE

operation of the unit or other equipment

Charge your Lycan up completely before use

Before using the unit, read all of the instructions and information in the user guide.

Do NOT submerge the unit under water. The unit is not waterproof.

Do NOT leave the unit outside when raining.

Do NOT overload the AC or DC outputs. Follow the power and current ratings mentioned
in this manual.

Only use wires and accessories provided by the manufacturer.

Store the unit in a dry place free from moisture, heat, and water.

Unplug the unit if it will not be in use for an extended period of time. Make sure to charge
the unit once every two months to preserve the battery life.

Do NOT store or place the unit near fire or places that can achieve higher temperatures. Doing
so may cause damage to the internals and/or battery explosion.

Keep the unit away from small children.

Do NOT dismantle or modify the system. Doing so might cause irreversible damage and
void warranty.

It’s recommended to timely charge the product upon receipt due that there may be self­consumption of battery during transportation and storage.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL

GEAR OVERVIEW

MAIN OVERVIEW

DETAILS

ACCESSORIES

OPERATIONS

LCD INFORMATION

CHARGING YOUR LYCAN POWERBOX

USING YOUR LYCAN POWERBOX

USING LED LIGHT

USING INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL BATTERY BACK

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAINTENANCE

DAILY MAINTENANCE

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COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAQ

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GENERAL

Thanks for choosing Renogy's Lycan Powerbox as your new companion. The
Lycan features multiple AC and DC output ports while also supporting multiple
charging methods such as wall charging, vehicle charging, and solar panel
charging. Built with numerous applications in mind, the lycan is your new favorite
companion for power outages , camping trips, outdoor events, or even as an
eco-friendly alternative to lighten your home’s electricity bill. After a few hours of
charging from a solar panel, wall outlet, or 12V car charging socket, the Lycan
Powerbox can be used to power a number of appliances and devices without the
noise and pollution of traditional gas generators. Compact and rugged, it’s the
perfect little powerhouse to keep you going for up to 1075 watt-hours. And as the
first portable solar storage with interchangeablel ithium iron phosphate batteries,
it’s easy to keep the power flowing for hours on end.

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GEAR OVERVIEW

1 /

OVERVIEW

2 /

GEAR OVERVIEW

FRONT

3 /

BACK

4 /

SIDE

5 /

SIDE

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DETAILS

6 /

Top

1 / Front Main Panel

7 /

Bottom

2 / Back Interface

Anderson Power
Pole Port

XT90 Port

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RJ45 Port

External Fuse Slots

3 /

U-Bar Handle

ACCESSORIES

4 /

LED Floodlight

2 / 1 x AC Power Adaptor Cord 1 / 1 x Lycan Powerbox

3 / 1 x MC4 to Anderson Power Pole 4 / 1 x CIG to Anderson Power Pole

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5 / 1 x 6.0mm Hex Key, used to unscrew the M8 screws on the upper case.
1 x 3.0mm Hex Key, used to unscrew the M4 screws on the trolley.

The following accessories are not included and require separate purchase.

7 / 1 x 5.5mm DC to Light Bulb Socket6 / 1 x Anderson Power Pole to Alligator Clips

8 / 1 x RJ45 cable

9 / 1 x XT90 to XT90 cable

Check to make sure you’ve received all of the accessories mentioned below. Contact the
manufacturer if there are any missing or damaged accessories.

Accessory

Lycan Powerbox

AC Power Adaptor Cord

MC4 to Anderson Power Pole

CIG to Anderson Power Pole

Hex Key for Upper Case

Hex Key for trolley

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Qty

1PC

1PC

1PC

1PC

1PC

1PC

LCD INFORMATION

OPERATIONS

Input Display

Solar Charging
Electric Supply

Charging

Car Charging

Charging Voltage

Charging Current

Indicator of Internal/
External Battery Pack

Bat tery Indicator

Output Display

Electric Supply

Output

DC Output

Lead-acid

Bat tery Acces s

Lead-acid battery

nominal voltage

Charge indication for

lead -acid batter y

Turns on wh en P V, AC, or CIG inpu ts are being
used to ch arge the Lycan

Indicates solar charging

Indicates charging by AC a dapter

Indicates charging with 1 2V vehicle power
If input display is PV or CIG, it shows the respective

connector charging voltage. If itshows AC, then itis
the Lithiun-Iron Battery Pack charging voltage

If input display is PV or CIG, it shows the respective
connector charging current. If it shows AC, then it is
the Lithiun-Iron Battery Pack charging current

Distinguishes the internal and externalbattery
packs: ‘A’ means internal lithium battery pack,
and ‘B’ means external lithium battery pack

Indicates the remaining capacity of the current
lithium battery pack

Turns on when AC or DC Output buttons are pressed
Turns on after AC Output button is pressed,indicating

that AC ports are now available for use.
Turns on after DC Output button is pressed,indicating

that DC ports are now available for use.
Indicates the connected lead-acid battery in correct

voltage range

If it shows ‘12V’, it indicates that the connected lead­acid battery nominal voltage is 12V. If it shows ‘24V;,
it indicates that the connected lead-acid battery
nominal voltage is 24V.

Indicates c harging of e xternal lead-acid batter y

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Charging Your Lycan Powerbox

Be sure to charge your Lycan Powerbox to 100% before operating. This will maximize
battery life. For healthy battery maintenance, charge the Lycan once every two months.
If the Lycan will not be used for an extended period of time, such as a month, remove
the battery and properly store it until the Lycan is in use again.

To decrease the recharge time of the Lycan it is recommended to disconnect any loads
while recharging the unit.

When the device is powered off, charging will cause it to power on and it will shut down
when charging stops.

During charging, the INPUT area on the LCD screen will be indicating the voltage and
current information.

INPUT voltage and current information will be available when the charging current is
greater than 0.1A.

1/Charging via AC

Charge the Lycan Powerbox with the provided AC charging cable. The AC icon will be displayed
on the INPUT area of the LCD screen. This indicates the Lycan is charging with adapter.

WARNING

Never use a damaged cord. Electrical shock may occur if the AC cord is damaged or frayed.Only

use the designated AC adapter and Lithium battery pack provided from the manufacturer

2/Charging via car

Use the provided CIG to Anderson cable when charging via car. The CIG icon at the INPUT area
of LCD screen will be displayed and indicates charging with 12V DC source from your car.

WARNING

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Never use a damaged cord otherwise electrical shock may occur. Contact the manufacturer
if the cord is damaged.

车充线

3/Charging via Solar

Use the provided MC4 to Anderson Pole cable to connect external solar panels to the
Lycan. Make sure to put the Lycan in a sunny place when charging via solar and place
the solar panel in proper position without shade so as to maximize charging. Upon
charging, the PV icon will be displayed on the LCD.

PLEASE NOTE: The maximum wattage is 300W for charging via solar.

光伏充电器线

Using Your Lycan Powerbox

1 / AC MODE

Short press the AC button on the main display to turn on the AC ports. There should be
a green LED indicator letting the user know they can plug in AC devices. Additionally,
the AC icon will be visible on the LCD display

CAUTION

Keep 4 inches space on the back of the Lycan to guarantee heat dissipation of inverter

2 / DC MODE

Short press the DC button on the main display to turn on the DC ports. There should be
a green LED indicator letting the user know they can plug in DC devices. Additionally,
the DC icon will be visible on the LCD display. 4 USB interfaces, 3 round 12V output
interfaces and cigar lighter are available for use.

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3/Charging External Lead Acid battery

The Lycan is capable of charging both 12V and 24V lead acid batteries;

When the lead acid battery is connected to the Lycan, the ，icon will appear, and it will be
distinguished if it is 12V or 24V in 5 seconds, and display with the respective icon

When charging is detected on the lead acid battery, the on the LCD screen starts
to flash. When it’s detected that the charging current of lead acid battery is small, please
check if fully charged, and turn off the output. Remove the current lead acid battery
before next new output.

Anderson Power Pole to Alligator Clips

CAUTION

Do NOT start the vehicle engine when using the Lycan to charge a car battery, otherwise
it may cause the device to be damaged and lead to serious incidents.When using the
Lycan Powerbox to charge Lead Acid Battery, stop the charging process if the '12V' or
'24V' displayed on the LCD is different from the actual voltage rating of the connected
Lead Acid Battery.

Using LED Light

Open the LED lighting board at top, turn the switch to control LED light ON/OFF; LED
lighting is available in shutdown state.

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Using Internal and External Battery Pack

The Lycan allows you to prepare a library of fully charged batteries for quick, hassle-free
reloads. Now there is no waiting hours for the unit to recharge, simply swap it out for
another battery and experience no power interruptions. In addition, charge external
lithium batteries or even sealed lead acid batteries through the Lycan’s unique design.

When charging, the Lycan charges the internal battery by default which will be denoted
by the indicator A at the lower left of power icon keeps on.

If charging an external battery pack, please make sure it is connected in via XT90 power
cable interface and RJ45 network interface. In the interface area, push the switch to the
left and the indicator B will be visible right of battery icon in LCD screen. The display will
be geared towards external battery pack, and then the external battery pack is available
for charging / discharging.

CONNECTION

CHARGING-OVER

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type

Voltage

Capacity

Cycle Life

Rated Charging Current

Output Ports

Inverter Wave Form

AC Outlet Voltage

USB DC Out

CIG Out

DC Out

PV Input Voltage

Maximum External PV Input Power

General System

Operating Temperature Range

Charging Temperature Range

Battery

Lithium iron phosphate battery

44.8V

24AH

2000 cycles to 80% capacity

(80% DOD @25℃, Discharge rate: 1C)

12A(Max15A)

Pure Sine Wave

110V (1200W Max)

5V 2.4A(Max 7A ,4ports total)

12V(Max 150W)

12V (Max 60W, 3 ports each)

Input Ports

12-72V PV MPPT

300W

-4℉ to 113℉

32℉ to 104℉

Storage Temperature Range

Operating / Storage Humidity

Method of Cooling

Dimensions

Weight

Certifications / Standards

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-4℉ to 104℉

10%~90%

Fan

14.5 x 13.4 x 11.8 inches

55 lbs

FCC UN38.3

MAINTENANCE

In order to extend equipment cycle life, please carry out daily maintenance.

Daily Maintenance

1/OperatingEnvironment

In order to enhance the battery cycle life and equipment life, please keep away from
harsh sunlight, water, dust and dirt. Do not leave the Lycan outside under harsh
environments. The high temperature can lead to a chemical reaction inside the lithium
battery which will damage the battery and decrease the cycle life.

2/Fault Alarm and Treatment

In case of fault alarm during operation, corresponding fault treatment methods shall be
taken to avoid damage of equipment.

3/Charging / Discharging

Please charge the equipment regularly and avoid using large loads when battery
capacity is low.The best time to recharge the equipment is when the battery capacity is
at 40%. It’s recommended to fully charge / discharge the battery once every month to
extend battery life.

Component Replacement

All the components included in the Lycan are prone to wear and tear. Please make sure to
replace any worn out parts, damaged wires or loose screws. If you are having issues
replacing a part contact RENOGY or the supplier.

NOTE

Only trained personnel should be allowed to disassemble and replace the internal
components. Before inspection and maintenance, please make sure the power is
cut off and the battery switch is closed.

Do not leave objects inside the Lycan doing so may cause the unit to short circuit
and can damage to the equipment.

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Replacement of Internal Lithium Battery Pack

Please follow the steps below when replacing the internal lithium battery pack.

Power off the equipment, remove all wires
Remove the fastening screws on the upper case
Remove the fastening screws on the back trolley, and remove the trolley
Remove the upper case
Remove the fastening screws on the fixing batten of lithium battery pack, and
remove the batten
Pull off the network cables and power cords of internal lithium battery pack
Take out the lithium battery pack
Put in the replacing lithium battery pack and install it

NOTE

Be careful when removing the upper case; do not pull off the internal connection
line.Do not leave any equipment inside the Lycan when replacing the battery pack.

Replacement of Internal Lithium Battery Pack

Remove the rubber stoppers and
fastening screws on the upper case.

Remove the rubber stoppers and
fastening screws on the front interface.

Remove the fastening screws on the
back trolley, and remove the trolley.

Remove the fastening screws on the fixing
battens of lithium battery pack, and remove
the batten.

Disconnect XT-90 cable and RJ45 cable
from the lithium battery.

WARNING

Make sure the device is in shutdown statewhen
replacing the lithium battery pack.Also make sure
there is no flammable or explosive objects nearby.

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Regular Maintenance

In case the unit shuts down due to low battery voltage, charge the battery within 30 days
to avoid any damage to the battery pack.

If the Lycan will not be used frequently it’s recommended to keep the battery power
capacity within 45%～55% and store the unit in a clean, dry and ventilated environment
with temperature of 77℉±41℉, humidity not higher than 75%, and to keep it away from
corrosives, fire and heat sources.

It is recommended to charge the battery to 100% then completely discharge it to 0% and
then recharge it back to 45%-55% once every 6 months. This will help prolong battery
life. If the battery capacity decreases abnormally please contact RENOGY or the
supplier.

Check all the connections, make sure there are no loose screws.

Check all parts and cables, make sure to replace any worn out parts.

Carry out regular cleaning of the air inlet, outlet and fan blades.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In case the equipment does not operate normally after startup please refer to the
following table to find the possible cause. At the same time, please check whether it is
caused by the external environment, such as high/low temperature and humidity.

Please contact RENOGY or the supplier for help if the following troubleshoot solutions do not work.

Fault Cause Solutions

LCD displays

LCD displays

Abnormal Lithium

battery pack

Equipment

Failure

It indicates no communication with lithium battery

1、Remove all electrical devices;
2、Check whether the battery pack selector
switch is in the correct position;
3、Check whether the connection between
the communication cable and the battery
pack is fastened;
4、Charge the equipment;
5、Press the power button to restart the equipment;
6、Turn off the LED light

It indicates no communication with inverter
1、Unplug any AC devices;
2、Press the AC output control button to try
to restart the inverter;
3、Press the power button to restart the equipment

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Fault Causes Solutions

LCD displays

Lithium battery

pack lowcapacity

It indicates battery low voltage. The inverter
output will stop. Please charge the equipment.

LCD displays

LCD displays

LCD is not on

or with

splash screen

LED indicator

of power button

is not on

Over temperature

of Lithium

battery pack

Abnormal

alarm / fault

of inverter

Abnormal
output of

battery pack

Battery pack

not working

It indicates battery high temperature. The
inverter output will stop. Please disconnect
any loads and turn off the unit.

There will be no AC output

1、Remove the AC devices;
2、Press the AC output control button to try
to restart the inverter;
3、Press the power button to restart the
equipment;
4、The inverter may be over temperature
protected, let the inverter cool down for
a while

1、Remove all electrical devices;
2、Check whether the battery pack selector
switch is in the correct position;
3、 Check whether the connection between
the communication cable and the battery
pack is fastened correctly;
4、 Charge the equipment;
5、 Press the power button to restart the
equipment;
6、Turn off the LED light

FAQ

GENERAL

1.WHAT TYPE OF BATTERY IS IN THE LYCAN? WHAT’S THE CYCLE LIFE OF THE LYCAN BATTERY?

The Lycan is equipped with a replaceable Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery pack, one
of the safest batteries in the market today. The battery pack is rated for 2000 cycles (80%
DOD at 77℉) and features an intelligent battery management system.

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DISCHARGING

2.WILL MY DEVICES WORK ON THE LYCAN? CAN I OPERATE AC AND DC DEVICES AT THE SAME TIME?

Every device has a rated power value, typically rated in Watts (W). The Lycan’s combined
AC ports can run a maximum of 1200W continuously. If your device runs on less power than
1200W, then the Lycan will be able to work with your devices. In addition, you can operate
both AC and DC devices at the same time. However, be mindful that the higher the wattage,
the less time it will be able to run on the Lycan.

3.CAN I CHARGE OTHER BATTERIES WITH THE LYCAN? CAN THE LYCAN WORK AS A JUMP STARTER FOR MY VEHICLE?

A. Yes, the Lycan can charge 12V/24V Sealed Lead Acid Batteries.
B. No, the Lycan is not able to jump start a car. However, you can still use it to fully charge
the car battery. It will shut down the output when the battery voltage reaches the set value.

4.HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO FULLY CHARGE MY LYCAN THROUGH AC POWER?

It takes 12 hours to fully charge the Lycan via AC power.

5.CAN I USE MY LYCAN’S AC & DC PORTS WHILE IT IS CHARGING?

Yes, the Lycan Powerbox integrates separate management systems so that you can charge
and discharge at the same time.

MECHANICAL

6.WHAT MATERIAL IS THE LYCAN STRUCTURE MADE OF? IS THE PULL ROD RELIABLE?

The upper and lower case are made of reinforced ABS plastic, while the middle frame is
structuralized sheet metal. The pull rod is fixed on the internal metal frame, ensuring
stability and reliability of the structure.

7.HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN I PUT ON THE LYCAN? CAN I SIT ON IT?

The Lycan is not recommended for sitting on. However, the maximum weight the Lycan can
support is 165 lbs. of static weight. Be mindful that the LED is located on top of the Lycan
and constant negligence may damage the LED or loosen parts.

SAFETY & PROTECTION

8.IS THE LYCAN WATERPROOF?

The Lycan is not waterproof. It has an IP23 rating and is spray proof while the interface door closed.

9.WHAT TYPE OF ELECTRONIC PROTECTIONS DOES THE LYCAN HAVE?

The Lycan is equipped with the following electronic protectionsCharging circuit — Overcharge
and over voltageDischarging circuit — Over-discharge and low voltageBattery — Overcharge,
over-discharge, and short circuit.

SUPPORT

10.HOW DOES THE WARRANTY WORK? CAN I REPLACE THE BATTERY IN MY LYCAN POWERBOX?

A. The Lycan has a 1 year material and workmanship warranty.
B. Yes, the battery is replaceable. Please follow our battery replacement guide.

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