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VARTA pulse
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  • Page 1 NSTRUCTION ANUAL VARTA pulse VARTA Storage GmbH Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017 Version 01...
  • Page 2 Congratulations! You have opted for an energy storage system from VARTA Storage GmbH! We are pleased that in doing so, you chose a durable system for which we considered quality paramount. Please read through these instructions carefully. They describe how to operate and use the battery.
  • Page 3 Legal notice Translation of the original instruction manual for VARTA pulse VARTA Storage GmbH Nürnberger Strasse 65 86720 Nördlingen Germany www.varta-storage.com Tel.: 0049 9081 240 86 60 info@varta-storage.com Technical service: technical.service@varta-storage.com Tel.: 0049 9081 240 86 44 Document number: OM_850_853...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents General ..................12 1. Information about this manual ........... 12 1.1 Explanation of symbols ............12 1.1.1 Safety instructions ............12 1.1.2 Warning levels .............. 13 1.1.3 General safety signs............. 14 1.1.4 Warning signs ............... 15 2. Safety ..................16 2.1 General information on safety ..........
  • Page 5 Operation ..................33 4. Switching on and off, web interface.......... 33 4.1 Switching on and off ............34 4.2 LED ring indications ............35 4.3 Web interface ..............36 4.3.1 Access to the web interface......... 36 4.3.2 Information on the welcome page (Home) ....37 4.3.3 External relays (optional) ..........
  • Page 6 8.3 Installation location .............. 53 8.3.1 Dimensions and features ..........53 8.3.2 Environmental conditions ..........54 8.3.3 Impermissible locations and environmental conditions 55 8.4 Warranty ................55 8.5 Warranty registration ............58 8.5.1 Warranty registration by the installation engineer ..58 8.5.2 Warranty registration by the customer ......
  • Page 7 8.10 Initial commissioning ............87 8.10.1 Switching on ..............87 8.10.2 Password entry ............89 8.10.3 Entering the serial numbers of the battery module ..90 8.10.4 Portal connection ............92 8.10.5 Setting the grid parameters for GS protection ..... 93 8.10.6 Reboot .................
  • Page 8 Maintenance ................115 10. Maintenance basics ..............115 10.1 Safety instructions .............. 115 10.2 Scope of maintenance work ..........117 11. Service and repair work ............118 11.1 Inspecting the energy storage system from outside ..118 11.2 Checking the system parameters (Service) ....... 118 11.2.1 Checking the online status .........
  • Page 9 11.4 Service and maintenance: Housing interior ...... 125 11.4.1 Opening the energy storage system ......127 11.4.2 Removing the battery inverter ........128 11.4.3 Installing the battery inverter ........130 11.4.4 Removing and installing the battery module ..... 131 11.4.5 Removing the battery module........132 11.4.6 Installing the battery module........
  • Page 10 About this manual Please read this instruction manual before beginning any kind of work. It contains important information, in order to ensure trouble- free functioning of the VARTA pulse energy storage system. The manual is structured in a way, so all work can be carried out by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage.
  • Page 11 Limitation of liability VARTA Storage GmbH accepts no liability for personal injuries, material damage, damages at the product, as well as consequential damages arising from non-observance of this manual, improper...

  • Page 12: General

    General 1. Information about this manual Explanation of symbols This instruction manual uses the following types of safety instructions and tips: Indicates tips for handling the device. 1.1.1 Safety instructions In this manual, the safety instructions are structured as follows: Signal word Type and source of the hazard! Potential consequence(s) in case of non-...

  • Page 13: Warning Levels

    1.1.2 Warning levels Signal word and warning colour indicate the warning level and give immediate information on type and severity of the consequences if measures for avoiding the hazard are not taken. Warning colour/signal word Consequences warns of an immediately dangerous DANGER situation, which might lead to death or serious injuries and/or fire.

  • Page 14: General Safety Signs

    1.1.3 General safety signs Symbol Meaning Prohibition symbols are circular, showing a black pictogram on a white background surrounded by a red edge with a crossbar. Mandatory action symbols are circular, showing a white symbol on a blue background. Warning signs are triangular, showing a black symbol and edge on a yellow background.

  • Page 15: Warning Signs

    1.1.4 Warning signs General warning sign Warning of electrical voltage Warning of oxidising substances Warning of hand injuries Warning of cut injuries Warning of hazards due to batteries Warning of non-observance of the discharge time: 3 minutes! Table 4: Warning signs Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 16: Safety

    2. Safety General information on safety Any person in charge of carrying out work on the system must have read and understood this manual. WARNING Non-observance of the safety instructions! Improper use can lead to fatal injuries! Prior to use, ensure that all protective devices are functioning.
  • Page 17 Furthermore, the use of the energy storage system is associated with residual risks under the following circumstances:  Installation and maintenance work is not performed correctly.  Installation and maintenance work is performed by personnel who have not been trained and not been instructed.

  • Page 18: Intended Use

    Intended use VARTA pulse as well as the components thereof, is built to state- of-the-art technology and to product-specific standards. This product is designed for storing electricity from renewable energy generating plants, such as photovoltaic systems or other energy sources such as CHPs. Any other use must be agreed in consultation with the manufacturer and the local energy supplier.

  • Page 19: Requirements Regarding Qualified Electricians

    Requirements regarding qualified electricians WARNING Insufficient qualification of the electrician! Personal injuries and material damage! Work on the VARTA pulse system (e.g. installation and maintenance work) may only be carried out by qualified electricians who are certified by VARTA Storage! The “Installation”, “Operation in the password- protected area”...

  • Page 20: General Hazard Sources

    General hazard sources If the following instructions for handling the device are not observed, this might lead to personal injury or material damage at the device, for which VARTA Storage will accept no liability. 2.4.1 Danger of electrical voltage DANGER Contact with electrical voltage! Risk of fatal injury from electric shock! Keep the energy storage system...

  • Page 21: Danger From Water

    2.4.2 Danger from water WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems! Possible mortal danger and material damage! Do not use water for cleaning the energy storage system. Never put down containers with fluids (beverage containers and the like) on electrical systems. The relative humidity inside the room must not exceed 80%.

  • Page 22: Danger From Oxidising And Corrosive Substances

    2.4.3 Danger from oxidising and corrosive substances WARNING Storage and use of oxidising and corrosive substances! Increases the risk of fire and the risk of electric shocks! Store the above mentioned substances only at places that are intended for them. Do not clean the system with agents containing acid, lye or solvents.

  • Page 23: Danger From Heat

    2.4.4 Danger from heat ATTENTION Insufficient ventilation of the system! Overheating of the system possible! Keep the ventilation openings clear. Ensure sufficient ventilation. ATTENTION Heat input due to direct sunlight or devices emitting heat! Overheating and damage of the system possible! Protect the system against direct sunlight.

  • Page 24: Danger From Misbehaviour

    2.4.5 Danger from misbehaviour ATTENTION Energy storage system switched off! Potential damage to the battery module due to deep discharge! The energy storage system may be switched off temporarily only for maintenance purposes. ATTENTION Objects on the system! Risk of injury due to falling objects, and the system might be damaged! Do not put any objects on the energy storage system.

  • Page 25: Safety Devices

    Safety devices WARNING Defective safety devices! Possible mortal danger! Safety devices must not be damaged, modified, removed, or decommissioned. The proper functioning of the safety devices must be tested by qualified electricians who are certified by VARTA Storage after completion of installation and commissioning.

  • Page 26: Function, Scope Of Delivery And Technical Parameters

    3. Function, scope of delivery and technical parameters Function The VARTA pulse energy storage system is intended for use on a AC household electrical system and is capable of being connected to a separate grid-coupled photovoltaic system. This must be a generating unit which supplies to surplus rather than to full feed.

  • Page 27: Scope Of Delivery

    result, the energy storage system gives output into the building grid, in order to minimise the external electricity consumption and the associated costs. Before the VARTA energy storage system is installed, the appropriate energy provider/grid operator must be asked whether it is necessary to register the system.

  • Page 28: Front View Varta Pulse

    Front view VARTA pulse Figure 1: Front view Rating plate On/Off button Position of the screws Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 29: System Overview

    System overview Figure 2: System overview Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 30: Rating Plate

    Rating plate Figure 3: Rating plate (example) Figure 4: Cryptocode (example) Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 31: Technical Parameters

     Packaging in mm (W x H x D) 620 x 700 x 210  Grid system fusing 16 A (B-character) Table 5: Technical parameters - VARTA pulse 3 VARTA PULSE 6  Nominal capacity 6.5 kWh  AC charge power 2.5 kW...

  • Page 32: Table 7: Technical Parameters - Battery Modules

    BATTERY MODULE (VKB 56461701100)  Electrochemical cell Li-ion  Nominal module capacity 3.3 kWh  Discharge depth 90 %  Useful module capacity 3.0 kWh  Connection touch safe  Cell monitoring integrated  Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 445 x 110 x 339 ...

  • Page 33: Operation

    Operation 4. Switching on and off, web interface DANGER Contact with electrical voltage! Risk of fatal injury from electric shock! Keep the energy storage system always closed. Pay attention to damage of the electrical equipment. Eliminate defects immediately. Only the electrician is allowed to open the energy storage system when it is switched off.

  • Page 34: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off The On/Off button on the front of the housing is pressed by the certified installation engineer during commissioning and for service work. In case of damage (see Chapter 6.2), the system can be shut-down using the On/Off button. Figure 5: On/Off button with LED ring Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 35: Led Ring Indications

    LED ring indications On/Off The LED ring at the button indicates the states and events which occur while the energy storage system is in operation. LED ring LED action Operating state colour Flashes every second (approx. Green System check 90 s) Green Steady light Ready...

  • Page 36: Web Interface

    Web interface The web interface offers the option of configuring settings, as well as monitoring and controlling the energy storage system functions. 4.3.1 Access to the web interface To access the web interface, you will need the serial number of the energy storage system.

  • Page 37: Information On The Welcome Page (Home)

    Figure 6: Web interface: Welcome page 4.3.2 Information on the welcome page (Home) The welcome page provides an overview of the current power values and the states of the energy storage system: (1) Charge power of the battery inverter in watt (W): The energy storage system is charged with this power (power of the generating units, e.g.

  • Page 38: External Relays (Optional)

    (3) Power of the grid supply/grid draw (W): The power supplied into the public grid or drawn from the public grid is displayed. (4) Operating state of the energy storage system: The operating state, e.g. standby, charging, error is displayed. (5) The charging state of the energy storage system in %: The charge level of the energy storage system is displayed.

  • Page 39: Portal (Optional)

    4.3.4 Portal (optional) www.varta-storage-portal.com portal serves to monitor and visualise energy storage systems. To ensure continuous data transmission, the Internet connection must not be interrupted for longer than five days. Access to the portal is activated once the "I wish to use the VARTA Storage Online Portal"...

  • Page 40: Maintenance And Cleaning

    5. Maintenance and cleaning WARNING Improper execution of maintenance and cleaning work Possible mortal danger! Ensure that only qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage carry out maintenance and cleaning work. Only original parts are to be used for maintenance work. Maintenance work Maintenance of the energy storage system includes: ...

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    Retain the service booklet together with the instruction manual.  The extent of the maintenance work is described in the Chapter Maintenance. Cleaning WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems! Possible mortal danger! Do not use water for cleaning the energy storage system.

  • Page 42: Malfunction/Event Of Damage

    6. Malfunction/event of damage WARNING Improper elimination of malfunctions! Possible mortal danger! Ensure that only qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage carry out work at the energy storage system. In case of a malfunction, contact the qualified electrician. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 43: Malfunction Indicators

    Malfunction indicators 6.1.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring The LED ring of the On/Off button on the front of the housing indicates malfunctions. See Table 9, Chapter 4.2. 6.1.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface Malfunctions are displayed on the welcome page of the web interface.
  • Page 44 In the event of a fire or flooding, prudent behaviour can limit the damage. WARNING Damaged battery module due to technical defect! Pungent smell! Avoid contact with possibly leaking fluid. Avoid contact with possibly escaping vapours. If possible, switch off the system and disconnect the fuses.

  • Page 45: Installation

    Installation This section is intended for the qualified electrician. Transport and storage Transport Lithium-ion batteries are hazardous goods. The battery modules are constructed and tested in a way, so they are allowed to be transported up to a total weight of 333 kg by complying with the conditions of ADR 1.1.3.6 (transport not subject to labelling, as long as there are no other hazardous goods on or inside the vehicle).

  • Page 46: Transportation Regulations And Safety Instructions

    Transportation regulations and safety instructions WARNING Improper transport due to lack of professional knowledge! Possible mortal danger and material damage! The transportation of the energy storage system and its components is only allowed to be carried out by the manufacturer and the electricians qualified and certified by him.
  • Page 47 Energy storage system and battery modules  A tested ABC fire extinguisher with a minimum capacity of 2 kg has to be carried along.  Heed the symbols on the packaging.  Transport the parts only in enclosed vehicles.  The load has to be properly secured. ...

  • Page 48: Packaging/Transport Control

    When exchanging a battery module, request new hazardous goods packaging if required, pack the battery module and have it picked up by the supplier. Packaging/transport control DANGER Installation of damaged components! Mortal danger! Do not accept clearly damaged packaging. Contact VARTA Storage. The housing and battery module (individually packaged) are delivered in separate and tested packaging units on pallets.
  • Page 49 Do not remove the packaging until immediately prior to installation. This prevents damage. Keep the packaging material, so the system can be properly packaged in case of a subsequent transport (relocation). Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 50: Storage

    Storage WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems! Short-circuit and corrosion due to condensation! Adhere to the storage conditions. The housing and the battery module  must not be temporarily stored in the transport vehicle.  must not be stored outdoors. ...

  • Page 51: Assembly And Installation

    8. Assembly and installation This section is intended for the qualified electrician. Check the components WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems! Short-circuit and corrosion due to condensation! Start the assembly not until the components have room temperature. WARNING Installation of damaged components! Possible mortal danger! Check all components on visible damages.

  • Page 52: Requirements For The Installation Location

    Requirements for the installation location This section is intended for the qualified electrician. WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems! Mortal danger from electric shock! Install the storage cabinet only inside buildings. Observe all requirements for the installation location. CAUTION Personal injury and material damage due to wrong installation and lack of space! Crush injuries of limbs!

  • Page 53: Installation Location

    Installation location The following dimensions and framework conditions have to be complied with at the installation location. 8.3.1 Dimensions and features Recommended volume of min. 30 m³, a vertical, flat wall surface of min. 200 cm x 90 cm (height x width). It must have sufficient load- bearing capacity, i.e.

  • Page 54: Environmental Conditions

    The screws for opening the housing must be accessible from below. Comply with the min. dimensions in Figure 14: "Dimensions on mounting plate ( ". A minimum clearance of 30 cm must be left above the housing. To ensure that the cooling air can exit the unit unhindered, the min. clearance of 15 cm to either side must be ensured.

  • Page 55: Impermissible Locations And Environmental Conditions

    8.3.3 Impermissible locations and environmental conditions Altitudes above 2,000 metres, Garages, carports or other places, at which the environmental conditions are not satisfied. Locations:  with unsuitable climatic or geographical conditions,  with an explosive atmosphere,  at which flammable or oxidising substances are stored, ...

  • Page 56: Figure 7: Example Of Id Label For The System (In The Hood)

    The installation engineer enters these data in the VARTA Storage installation engineer portal. Within four weeks of the installation date, the customer must register their data (name, address, email address, telephone number) at www.varta-storage-portal.com and enter the serial number (SN number) of the energy storage system and the activation code.

  • Page 57: Figure 8: Id Label Of The Battery Module (Example)

    Figure 8: ID label of the battery module (example) Figure 9: Activation code label (example) Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 58: Warranty Registration

    Warranty registration This online-based warranty registration consists of two parts: Part 1: Registration of the energy storage system by the installation engineer incl. commissioning report (Chapter 8.5.1) Part 2: Warranty registration by the end customer incl. registration for the web portal (Chapter 8.5.2) 8.5.1 Warranty registration by the installation engineer Open page...
  • Page 59 The serial number (SN number) and the activation code (Unlock Code) can be found on the stickers on the inside of the housing. Open the next screen "battery module" with "next".  Enter the serial number. If the storage system is connected to the Internet, the serial number of the installed battery module will be transmitted automatically.
  • Page 60 Call up the next screen "customer data" with "next".  Determine whether the customer agrees that the installation engineer completes the following fields and transmits them to VARTA Storage.  If "Yes", continue with the next screen  If "No", the screen "customer data" will be skipped. In this case, the end customer has to enter these data in the 2nd part of the warranty registration himself.
  • Page 61 Details of the commissioning report. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...
  • Page 62 Confirmation of the registration Completion of the registration with "close" These data can be viewed in the B2B area: Open under "warranty registration" or save as a PDF. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 63: Warranty Registration By The Customer

    8.5.2 Warranty registration by the customer Open page www.varta-storage.com Change to "energy storage systems"  Registration in the portal  Under: "No access yet? Register now" with serial number and activation code.  Enter the following details:  Battery storage, ...
  • Page 64 Click the button "Send registration now". Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...
  • Page 65 After completion of the entries, the details of the warranty registration are displayed. Correct the entries or send the registration now. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...
  • Page 66 After registration, the customer receives an email with the access data. Alternatively, the customer can register with the enclosed warranty card (sheet 1, 2 and 4). Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 67: Preparation Of The Electrical Connection

    Preparation of the electrical connection This section is intended for the qualified electrician. Use your personal protective equipment. This reduces the risk of injuries during the mechanical work. Observe the safety rules!  Disconnect.  Lock out.  Check for absence of voltage. ...
  • Page 68 WARNING Improper installation! Personal injury and material damage! The fuse for the energy storage system must meet the requirements for a disconnecting device. Fuse the device connection at the energy storage system with a 16 A fuse type B. Observe the disconnect conditions in accordance with VDE 0100-410.

  • Page 69: Connections To The Distributor Box

    8.6.1 Connections to the distributor box The following connections must be prepared:  Device connection:  Recommendation: 3 x 2.5 mm²  Sensor cable: RJ12 (included in delivery)  LAN connection 1. Do not allow any mechanical load on the sensor cable.

  • Page 70: Figure 11: Ac Connector

    Figure 11: AC connector  Connection of a solid-wire conductor: Insert the stripped conductor as far as possible.  Connection of a stranded-wire conductor: Press the clamping springs with a screwdriver (2.5 mm blade width) Insert the stripped conductor as far as possible. ...

  • Page 71: Varta Split Core Current Sensor

     Form the connection cable  Place the strain relief housing on the connection piece and insert the cable.  Snap the upper part of the strain relief into place and draw together with the screw. 8.6.3 VARTA Split Core current sensor If the energy storage system to be installed is to be cascaded with further energy storage systems, the following step will not be carried out.

  • Page 72: Figure 13: Varta Split Core Current Sensor

    connection box is designed for top hat-rail mounting. The connection for the sensor cable provided for connecting to the For the energy storage system is located in the connection box. location of the "Current measurement" socket on the energy storage system, see : "...
  • Page 73 transformer around the wire and close it again. The latch must engage audibly. PV current transformer (optional) VARTA pulse has a provision for connection of an additional VARTA Split Core current sensor for visualization of the power from the provider. In this case: ...

  • Page 74: Preparation Of Assembly

    Preparation of assembly This section is intended for the qualified electrician. Read the instruction manual. WARNING Components are heavy! This might lead to overburdened intervertebral discs, bruises and crushing! Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment.

  • Page 75: Installing And Connecting The Energy Storage System

    Installing and connecting the energy storage system Use suitable fasteners! Mark the positions of the upper right and left holes as shown in Figure 14 "Dimensions on mounting plate ". (Position 1 in the drawing) Remove the mounting plate with battery inverter from the worksite.

  • Page 76: Figure 14: Dimensions On Mounting Plate (Mm)

    Figure 14: Dimensions on mounting plate (mm) Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 77: Figure 15: Battery Inverter Sockets (Bottom)

    Figure 15: Battery inverter sockets (bottom) AC connection area Micro-SD card slot PV sensor (optional) Grid sensor AC grid Main earth (PE) (2x) Note that the specific country code must be set on the country selector switch. Read the accompanying bulletin. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 78: Battery Module Assembly

    Battery module assembly This section is intended for the qualified electrician. DANGER Contact with live parts! Mortal danger! Adhere to the waiting times. Make sure that the battery module is switched off and no LED indicator is lit. The energy storage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed.

  • Page 79: Inspecting The Battery Module

    8.9.1 Inspecting the battery module WARNING Damaged battery module! Personal injuries and material damage! Unpack the battery module carefully. Check the battery module for damages and cleanness. Never install and commission a damaged or contaminated battery module. Transport the battery module carefully. Do not put any parts on the battery module.

  • Page 80: Behaviour In The Event Of Damage

    8.9.2 Behaviour in the event of damage WARNING Improper handling in case of damaged battery module! Personal injuries and material damage! Do not open the battery module. Do not attempt to repair it. Avoid contact with possibly leaking fluid. Avoid contact with possibly escaping vapours.

  • Page 81: Installing And Connecting The Battery Module

    8.9.3 Installing and connecting the battery module ATTENTION Overly long storage of the battery module! Deep discharge of the battery module! Once you started commissioning, it has to be carried out until finished. ATTENTION Reversed wires of error and warning messages! Wrong error message to the control! Observe the given colour-coding.

  • Page 82: Installing The Battery Module

    Figure 17: Battery module terminals (DRY contact) 8.9.4 Installing the battery module WARNING Improper handling of the battery module! Personal injury and material damage! Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. Do not lift the battery module by the handle.

  • Page 83: Figure 18: Internal Connections

    Make the connections to the battery module as shown in Figure 18: "Internal connections". Figure 18: Internal connections Figure 19: Battery module fastening screws Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...
  • Page 84  Battery power connection: Plug on both connectors with correct polarity. Every connector must engage audibly.  Communication 1: Insert the four communication cables into the openings in the clamping connector. The connections are self-clamping. For the pin assignment, see Figure 17: "Battery module terminals (DRY contact)"...

  • Page 85: Closing The Energy Storage System

    8.9.5 Closing the energy storage system WARNING Damaged cables due to improper assembly! Electric shock! Check all assembly steps before closing the energy storage system. Do not use any force when closing the hood. ATTENTION On/Off switch could be damaged! System cannot be put into operation! Do not use any force when closing the hood;...

  • Page 86: Figure 20: Hood Fastening Screws

    If everything is all right, then:  place the hood over the mounting plate at an angle of 45°,  lower the hood carefully until it rests against the back of the mounting plate,  connect the earth cable between the hood and battery inverter, ...

  • Page 87: Initial Commissioning

    8.10 Initial commissioning This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 8.10.1 Switching on The VARTA energy storage system is switched on as follows:  Housing closed and secured by screws.  Make sure that the network cable is connected. ...
  • Page 88 The initialisation process can be tracked at the LED ring of the On/Off button. LED ring LED action Operating state colour Flashes every second Green System check Duration approx. 90 s Green Steady light Ready Probable error: The battery modules have Steady light not yet been configured.

  • Page 89: Password Entry

    8.10.2 Password entry The energy storage system must be connected to the router of the home network.  Connect your PC/Notebook to the customer's network.  Enter the serial number of the energy storage system behind http://varta in the address line of your browser. e.

  • Page 90: Entering The Serial Numbers Of The Battery Module

     Further tabs appear in the header. For a simplified installation, you can use the menu Quick Install (see Chapter 8.11). 8.10.3 Entering the serial numbers of the battery module  Click on the Settings tab (1).  The Settings page opens. ...
  • Page 91 The storage system cannot be commissioned unless the correct serial number of the battery module is provided. Once the correct serial numbers have been entered, the LED ring indicator changes from red to green. If the LED remains red or flashes red, the following remedies have to be taken Remedy: LED ring flashes red Error:...

  • Page 92: Portal Connection

    8.10.4 Portal connection  Select the Network tab from Settings. By default, the storage system uses the settings of the customer's network; for this, the selection field next to Activate DHCP is ticked (factory setting). If the connection is not made automatically, use the parameters in the instructions for the network router.

  • Page 93: Setting The Grid Parameters For Gs Protection

    If IP address, DNS address and gateway are to be set up statically, knowledge of the static address assignment is required. For this, it is required to read out the router's network configuration, for example. The address range 172.30.xxx.xxx and 172.31.xxx.xxx must not be used as a static or dynamic IP for the storage system.

  • Page 94: Reboot

    Setting: Automatic  Check the Automatic option.  Select the country for which the settings are to apply from the dropdown list.  Click on Apply. The Automatic setting uses the default values that are saved for the selected country (see Table 10). For the individual grid parameter settings, see Chapter 9.4.4.

  • Page 95: Checks On The Welcome Page

    8.10.7 Checks on the welcome page  Click on the Home button. Figure 22: Checking the welcome page on the web interface Check the display of the current sensor on reasonable values Check the online status (green = online) Click on the (i) button. There should be no errors displayed in the info window (see Figure 23).

  • Page 96: Checks On The "System" Page

    troubleshooting (see Chapter 11.2.2). Figure 23: Info window on the web interface 8.10.8 Checks on the "System" page  Click on the System tab. Checking the connections Once the energy storage system has been setup and connected, it is necessary to check whether the system signals a current flow at all three phases (realistic currents).

  • Page 97: Exiting The Password-Protected Area

     An error has occurred if the value for the current (I grid) hovers between +0.01 and -0.01 on one of the connected phases. Check the cable connection to the current sensor.  If realistic values are not displayed, check whether the connection corresponds to a clockwise phase sequence.

  • Page 98: Quick Install

    8.11 Quick Install  Click on the Quick Install tab. Follow the wizard step by step. Basic settings menu:  Enter the device name (2).  Enter the serial number of the battery module (3).  Click Next. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...
  • Page 99 Network settings menu The network settings will be applied unchanged.  Click Next. Grid parameters menu The grid parameters will be set to "Automatic". Select the appropriate country. For further information, see Chapter 9.4.4. Complete the Quick Install with Finish and switch the storage system off and then back on again at the On/Off button.

  • Page 100: Operation In The Password-Protected Area

    Operation in the password-protected area This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 9. The password-protected area Access to the web interface - password entry The procedure for accessing the web interface is described in the Operation section. See Chapter 4.3.1. Certain parameters may be changed only by trained and qualified personnel, not by the operating company! ...

  • Page 101: System

    System This page provides an up-to-date overview of the serial number, the status of the battery module and battery inverter data. System and grid errors are displayed in the fields "Error list" and "GS error list". The serial number of the installed battery module is displayed under the heading Battery module serial numbers.

  • Page 102: Settings

    Settings The Settings page gives you access to other input screens.  Click on a tab.  Enter the parameters or check the corresponding selection box.  Confirm your entries by clicking on the Apply button.  Alternatively, you can restore the Factory settings or return to the previous operating state via Return.

  • Page 103: Basic Settings

    9.4.1 Basic settings Basic settings can be changed on this page:  Device name: Input during initial commissioning. The maximum length is 20 characters.  Date and time can be entered here. As a rule, these parameters are automatically synchronised via the time server.

  • Page 104: Network

    9.4.2 Network By default, the storage device uses the customer's network settings. For this, the selection field next to Activate DHCP is checked.  DHCP: This option is used to activate the automatic referencing of the customer's network parameters.  IP address: Is read out automatically.

  • Page 105: Service Settings

    9.4.3 Service settings The following parameters can be set on this page:  Reboot time: By default, the system reboots at between 3 and 4 o' clock. Any hour between 0 a.m. and 12 p.m. can be entered for the reboot time. ...

  • Page 106: Grid Parameters For Gs Protection

    9.4.4 Grid parameters for GS protection The grid parameters for GS protection for switching off have to be adjusted to the requirements of the respective country. This requires that the country selection switch be set to the correct position prior to commissioning. Read the accompanying bulletin. ...

  • Page 107: Table 10: Grid Parameter Default Settings

    Standard values for some countries are stored in the device. These may be applied in the device (depends on the setting of the country selection switch). Some of the standard values are shown in Table Grid parameters Country Germany 47.50 51.50 Austria 47.50...

  • Page 108: Reactive Power Compensation

    9.4.5 Reactive power compensation Some of the following setting options depend on the position of the rotary selector switch. The power factor cos φ for compensation of the reactive power is set to 1.00 at the factory. This value may have to be adjusted as specified by the relevant grid operator.
  • Page 109 Manual input  Reactive power function: Select manual input from the drop- down list. You can set the target value for cos(phi) between 0.9 under- excited and 0.9 over-excited. To do so, select the desired value from the drop-down list. ...

  • Page 110: Figure 24: Q(P) Characteristic

    Figure 24: Q(P) characteristic Parameter Meaning Starting point of the Q(P) characteristic on the power axis. The parameter is entered in %. QPX1 Example: QXP1 = 50  The characteristic begins at 50% of the rated maximum power. Power factor at the start of the Q(P) characteristic.
  • Page 111  Time delay: Enter the time in s, after which the reactive power is to be adjusted.  Minimum power: Enter the minimum power in %, up to which the reactive current is not controlled. Setting as per Q(U) characteristic ...

  • Page 112: Table 12: Setting As Per Q(U) Characteristic

    Parameter Meaning Start of the first section of the Q(U) characteristic on the voltage axis. The parameter is entered in V. QUX1  Example: The characteristic begins at 190 V value of QUX1 is 190. Power factor at the start of the Q(U) characteristic. If the grid voltage falls below the value defined by QUX1, QUY1 the characteristic is limited to the value set in QUY1.

  • Page 113: Figure 25: Q(U) Characteristic

    Figure 25: Q(U) characteristic When setting the parameters, the following condition must be adhered to: QUX1 ≤ QUX2 < QUX3 ≤ QUX4  Time delay: Enter the time in s, after which the reactive power is to be adjusted.  Minimum power: Enter the minimum power in %, up to which the reactive current is not controlled.

  • Page 114: Power Limitation

    Power limitation If you need the power limitation P(U) (TOR D4), you can select either characteristic A or B via the drop down list. Logging out Finally, it is necessary to ensure that the customer is unable to access the password-protected area. ...

  • Page 115: Maintenance

    Maintenance 10. Maintenance basics This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 10.1 Safety instructions DANGER Contact with live parts! Mortal danger! Adhere to the waiting times. Make sure that the battery modules are switched off and no LED indicator is lit. The energy storage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed.
  • Page 116 WARNING Improper execution of maintenance and cleaning work! Possible mortal danger! Only original parts are to be used for maintenance work.  When all work is complete, cleanly remake and check the contacts and connections and screw in place. All work on the VARTA pulse system must be documented by the qualified electrician in the service book.

  • Page 117: Scope Of Maintenance Work

    WARNING Components are heavy! This might lead to overburdened intervertebral discs, bruises and crushing! Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. 10.2 Scope of maintenance work Maintenance of the VARTA pulse energy storage system includes: ...

  • Page 118: 11. Service And Repair Work

    11. Service and repair work This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 11.1 Inspecting the energy storage system from outside  Is the inlet opening for ventilation on the battery inverter blocked/clogged (see Chapter 11.4.7)?  Is the room temperature between 5 °C and 30 °C assured throughout the year (+18 °C is the ideal temperature)? ...

  • Page 119: Error Lists

    11.2.2 Error lists Reading out error lists Select the System button from the header. The error lists for the storage system and the grid and system (GS) protection will be displayed. Error rectification  Identify the errors using the error descriptions. ...

  • Page 120: Checking The Software Version

    11.2.3 Checking the software version  Select the Version tab from the header.  The software versions can be read. 11.2.4 Software update A software update is required if the energy storage system is operated offline or if an "Online Service by VARTA Storage" agreement has been concluded.

  • Page 121: Air Filter Change: Resetting The Time

    11.2.5 Air filter change: Resetting the time The air filter must be replaced at every second service. See Chapter 11.4.7  From the Settings tab, select the Service settings item.  Check the Reset air filter box.  Click on Apply. 11.2.6 Checking the fan ...

  • Page 122: Checking The System Parameters

    Note: It is possible that the fans are already running.  Pay attention to noises that indicate mechanical damage.  Reset to the Automatic (0) setting. 11.3 Checking the system parameters The system parameters are checked via the web interface. To do so, please observe Chapter 9.

  • Page 123: Checking The Battery Inverter

     Check whether the current sensor values (I grid L1, I grid L2 and I grid L3) are realistic: If a current sensor value is approx. 0, although the phase is currently loaded, the connection between current sensor and energy storage system might be faulty. If necessary, load all phases separately: Switch on consumers deliberately.

  • Page 124: Checking The Battery Module

    11.3.3 Checking the battery module The warnings and errors regarding the battery module are displayed on the System page. Indicated errors are explained in the error list (see Chapter 11.2.2). Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 125: Service And Maintenance: Housing Interior

    11.4 Service and maintenance: Housing interior This section is intended for the qualified electrician. DANGER Contact with live parts! Mortal danger! Switch the energy storage system off. Adhere to the waiting times. Make sure that the battery modules are switched off and no LED indicator is lit. The energy storage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed.
  • Page 126 WARNING Components are heavy! This might lead to overburdened intervertebral discs, bruises and crushing! Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 127: Opening The Energy Storage System

    11.4.1 Opening the energy storage system Make sure that the On/Off button on the front of the housing is set to "Off" (= not depressed).  Remove the screws from the bottom of the hood to open the energy storage system. Aid: Torx 20 screwdriver Figure 26: Opening the energy storage system ...

  • Page 128: Removing The Battery Inverter

     Disconnect the earthing connection between the hood and battery inverter. This requires opening the latch.  Lift off the hood (up). 11.4.2 Removing the battery inverter Figure 28: Loosening the screws on the battery inverter  Disconnect the electrical connections ...

  • Page 129: Figure 29: Battery Inverter Sockets (Bottom)

    Make sure that no small parts drop into the battery inverter. Figure 29: Battery inverter sockets (bottom) AC connection area Micro-SD card slot PV sensor (optional) Grid sensor AC grid Main earth (PE) (2x) Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 130: Installing The Battery Inverter

    Figure 30: Connections on the battery inverter (top) DC connection area Air outlet Batt (battery module) 11.4.3 Installing the battery inverter To reinstall, perform the working steps in reverse order. The battery inverter stops at the end position. Subject to modification! Updated 12/2017...

  • Page 131: Removing And Installing The Battery Module

    11.4.4 Removing and installing the battery module WARNING Improper handling of the battery module! Personal injuries and material damage! Do not damage the battery module during removal and installation. Do not attempt to repair it. Battery modules are maintenance-free and must not be opened under any circumstances.

  • Page 132: Removing The Battery Module

    11.4.5 Removing the battery module WARNING Improper handling of the battery module! Personal injury and material damage! Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. Do not lift the battery module by the handle. Use the handle to guide the battery module during installation.

  • Page 133: Figure 31: Battery Module Fastening Screws

    If the battery module has not switched off automatically:  Switch off the battery module at the activation button (hold the button, until the LED goes off). Then disconnect the following wires:  Connections for battery current  DRY contact ...

  • Page 134: Installing The Battery Module

    11.4.6 Installing the battery module Reinstall the battery module exactly in reverse order. Figure 32: Battery module 11.4.7 Cleaning the fan and air filter The fan is accessible after the hood has been opened.  Clean the grille on the air filter. ...

  • Page 135: Completion Of Service And Repair Work

    11.5 Completion of service and repair work DANGER Contact with live parts! Mortal danger! Remove all tools and/or small parts from the interior. Establish all cable connections correctly. Check all cable ducts. Check all safety devices. No persons in the hazard zone before connecting up the power supply.

  • Page 136: Checking The Operating State

    If everything is all right, then:  place the hood over the mounting plate at an angle of 45°,  lower the hood carefully until it rests against the back of the mounting plate,  connect the earth cable between the hood and battery inverter, ...
  • Page 137  Check whether the LED ring indicates the following operating states after the unit is switched on: LED ring LED action Operating state colour Flashes every second (approx. Green System check 90 s) Green Steady light Ready Green Flashes every 3 s Standby Green Pulses with increasing intensity...

  • Page 138: Cleaning

    11.6 Cleaning WARNING Entry of water into electrical systems Possible mortal danger! Do not use water for cleaning the energy storage system. Never put down containers with fluids (beverage containers and the like) on electrical systems. Cleaning agents Do not use any cleaning agents containing acid, lye or solvents! Cleaning the outside of the housing ...

  • Page 139: Malfunction Indicators Of The Led Ring

    12.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring The LED ring at the On/Off switch indicates malfunctions. See Table 9. 12.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface Malfunctions are displayed on the System page of the web interface.  Select the System tab from the header. ...

  • Page 140: 13. Disassembly And Disposal

    13. Disassembly and disposal 13.1 Planning disassembly WARNING Improper disassembly due to lack of professional knowledge! Personal injuries and environmental damage! Only the qualified electrician is allowed to disassemble the energy storage system. Read the instruction manual. If the original packaging is no longer available, request suitable packaging for hazardous goods.

  • Page 141: Disassembling

    13.2 Disassembling This section is intended for the qualified electrician. Read the instruction manual. Especially the Safety chapter. How to open the storage cabinet and disassemble the components is described in Chapter 11.4. The battery modules should be in a charge state of less than 30%.

  • Page 142: 14. Relocation

    The packed battery modules will be collected by VARTA Storage or by a company assigned by them. For this purpose, please contact VARTA Storage (entsorgung@varta-storage.com). If necessary, also request packaging for hazardous goods. Packaging and collection costs are taken over by VARTA Storage. ...

  • Page 143: Relocating

    If the original packaging is no longer available, request suitable packaging for hazardous goods. 14.2 Relocating This section is intended for the qualified electrician. WARNING Improper transport due to lack of professional knowledge! Possible mortal danger and material damage! The transportation of the energy storage system and its components is only allowed to be carried out by the manufacturer and the electricians...
  • Page 144 How to open the storage cabinet and disassemble the components is described in Chapter 11.4. The battery modules should be in a charge state of 20 to 30% of their capacity. If necessary, charge or discharge the battery modules. The battery modules must be commissioned again by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage within 11 weeks after removal.
  • Page 145 Figures Figure 1: Front view ............... 28 Figure 2: System overview ............29 Figure 3: Rating plate (example) ........... 30 Figure 4: Cryptocode (example) ............ 30 Figure 5: On/Off button with LED ring ........... 34 Figure 6: Web interface: Welcome page ........37 Figure 7: Example of ID label for the system (in the hood) ...
  • Page 146 Table 3: Safety signs ..............14 Table 4: Warning signs..............15 Table 5: Technical parameters - VARTA pulse 3 ......31 Table 6: Technical parameters - VARTA pulse 6 ......31 Table 7: Technical parameters – battery modules ......32 Table 8: Technical parameters –...

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