Important Safety Information; Safety Instructions; Safety & Protective Features - SimpliPhi PHI 1.3 Installation Manual

1.0 – Important Safety Information
1.1 – Safety Instructions
1.
Before using the PHI 1.3 Batteries, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the PHI 1.3
Batteries, and all appropriate sections of this manual.
2.
PHI 1.3 Batteries must be fully charged before commissioning. Failure to do so will void the
Warranty.
3.
Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons and will void the Warranty.
4.
Verify system settings are in compliance with the PHI 1.3 Battery Warranty and this PHI 1.3 Battery
Installation Manual (which take precedence). Violating Warranty conditions specified in these
documents will void the Warranty on the PHI 1.3 Batteries.
5.
Consult the Integration Guide for Inverter Charge Controller programming settings for relevant
warnings and notices. Violating Warranty conditions specified in those Inverter Integration Guides
will void the Warranty on the PHI 1.3 Batteries, not just the inverter equipment. Consult SimpliPhi
Power technical support regarding any inconsistencies with other referenced documents.
6.
Although each PHI 1.3 Battery contains an internal BMS with circuitry that protects the PHI 1.3
Battery cells from overcharge, over-discharge and extreme load amperage, the PHI 1.3 Batteries
must always be installed with appropriate inverter charge controller settings and power electronics to
protect the PHI 1.3 from open PV voltage and other high voltage charging sources. Do not attempt to
replace existing power electronics without SimpliPhi's written approval. Failure to adhere to
installation protocol will void the Warranty.
7.
Verify polarity at all connections with a standard volt meter before making final electrical connections
and energizing the system. Reverse polarity at the PHI 1.3 Battery terminals will void the Warranty
and destroy the PHI 1.3 Batteries.
8.
PHI 1.3 Batteries pose some risk of shock or sparking during the installation and initial wiring and
connection process. This is consistent with all other battery-based storage formats. Make sure the
equipment is turned off before installing cables with mating connectors to the equipment, prior to
making final connections to the batteries, in order to minimize the risk of shock or sparks during the
installation and commissioning of the system.
9.
To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that
wire is not undersized. Do not operate the unit with damaged or substandard wiring.
10.
Do not operate if the PHI 1.3 Battery has been damaged in any way during shipping or otherwise.
11.
Only use a SimpliPhi approved LFP battery charger if ancillary charging is required before
installation, testing or troubleshooting. Failure to use a SimpliPhi approved LFP battery charger will
damage the PHI 1.3 Battery and void the Warranty.
12.
To reduce the chance of short-circuits, always use insulated tools when installing or working with this
equipment.
13.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with
electrical equipment.
1.2 – Safety & Protective Features
This section covers general safety information regarding PHI Batteries, safety information related to
charging PHI Batteries at temperatures below freezing, the PHI Battery Management System (BMS), and
information about the PHI Battery Connection Terminals.
1.2.1 – General Safety Information
PHI 1.3 Batteries do not vent any harmful gasses, and do not require special ventilation or cooling.
PHI 1.3 Batteries are not capable of thermal runaway. If the cells are severely damaged due to
physical abuse incurred outside of warranted specifications, which can cause electrolyte leakage
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