SOLIDpower BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Service Manual

SOLIDpower BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Service Manual

Electrical generator system (with no heat recovery) , co-generation system (with heat recovery)

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D2SERVICE
Design of 2 Technologies & Applications to Service
Work package
Deliverable
Period covered:
Dissemination status:
Name, title and organization of the scientific representative of the project's
coordinator:
Dr. Andreas Linhart
DLR-Institut für Vernetzte Energiesysteme e. V.
Carl-von-Ossietzky-Str. 15
26129 Oldenburg / Germany
Tel: + 49 441 999 06 371
Fax: + 49 441 999 06 109
E-mail:
andreas.linhart@dlr.de
www.d2service-project.eu
This project has received funding from the Fuel Cells and
Hydrogen 2 Joint Undertaking under grant agreement No
671473. This Joint Undertaking receives support from the
European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation
programme, Hydrogen Europe and Hydrogen Europe
research.
GA N° 671473
WP4:
Design changes required for an easier and more competitive
service of SP's μCHP appliance
D4.4:
Service manual (prescriptions and instructions to installer)
15.02.2017 – 31.01.2019
PU
1

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  • Page 1 D2SERVICE Design of 2 Technologies & Applications to Service Work package WP4: Design changes required for an easier and more competitive service of SP’s μCHP appliance Deliverable D4.4: Service manual (prescriptions and instructions to installer) 15.02.2017 – 31.01.2019 Period covered: Dissemination status: Name, title and organization of the scientific representative of the project's coordinator:...
  • Page 2 D4.4: Service manual (prescriptions and instructions to installer) Document history Version Date Description 31.01.2019 First version GA N° 671473...
  • Page 3 BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Manual...
  • Page 4 Copyright © SOLIDpower Spa 2018. SOLIDpower Spa [SP] has prepared this document for use by staff or authorised contractors of SP. The information, logos, i o s a d i ages i this do u e t a e p op ieta y to SP a d its affiliated o pa ies a d a e p o ided upo the e ipie t s promise to keep such information confidential and to use it for the sole purpose of installing or using SP`s products.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe CONTENT INTRODUCTION ........................3 1.1. Purpose ........................... 3 1.2. Legend ............................ 3 1.3. Background ..........................4 HEALTH AND SAFETY ......................6 2.1. OH&S requirements ....................... 6 2.2. Emergency procedures ......................6 2.2.1.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe INT‘ODUCTION Pu pose 1.1. This manual explains how to install a BlueGEN appliance, the latest Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) technology manufactured by SOLIDpower Spa. The BlueGEN appliance can be installed in two configurations: Electrical generator system (with no heat recovery).
  • Page 7: Background

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Ba kg ou d 1.3. Fuel cells are increasingly recognised for their environmental benefits and their potential in energy efficient distributed power generation systems. Energy utilities worldwide are facing serious problems including demand growth, limitations of traditional power plants, fuel shortages and greenhouse emission constraints.
  • Page 8 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Concentric flue adapter (60/100 mm) Fuel Cell Module Waste heat recovery unit Gas safety double block valves (hidden from view) Condensate tank (hidden from view) Air delivery system Water treatment system...
  • Page 9: Health And Safety

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe HEALTH AND SAFETY OH&S e ui e e ts 2.1. The BlueGEN appliance must be operated in accordance with applicable local occupational health and safety requirements, and the following SP recommendations: •...
  • Page 10: Site Selection

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe SITE SELECTION This section outlines the basic site requirements for installing the BlueGEN appliance. Applia e di e sio s 3.1. Figure 2 shows the BlueGEN appliance as it will be supplied to the customer. The connection interfaces are provided with the appliance.
  • Page 11: Installation Location

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe I stallatio lo atio 3.2. The BlueGEN appliance is only suitable for indoor installation. The appliance must be suitably protected from temperature extremes, intense sunlight, excessive humidity and dust. Please be aware that BlueGEN s heat loss into the direct environment is about 250W.
  • Page 12 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe It is important that no permanent or temporary obstructions are placed in front of the appliance, as this may edu e the ai i ulatio that ools the applia e s ele t i al o po e ts.
  • Page 13 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe If installing a domestic hot water tank adjacent to the service connection side of the BlueGEN appliance, a minimum clearance of 500mm is required between the BlueGEN and the tank. This clearance will provide sufficient room for all ancillary equipment.
  • Page 14: Installation Positions

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe I stallatio positio s 3.5. The BlueGEN applia e is a odula ge e ato that a e i stalled i a u e of diffe e t positio s. The appliance must be installed on a flat and even footing designed to carry the weight of the appliance.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe MAINTENANCE Table 1 below details the maintenance schedule necessary to ensure optimal continued operation of the BlueGEN appliance. The appliance will detect and schedule its maintenance requirements automatically. The information provided below indicates the average maintenance requirements for a typical installation.
  • Page 16: Instructions For Bg Evo 1 Yearly Maintenance

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe I st u tio s fo BG E o 1 yea ly ai te a e 4.1. BG Evo 1 yearly maintenance consists in the replacement used Air filter, desulphurizing cartridge and Water Treatment system with new ones.
  • Page 17 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image AIR FILTER © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 18 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Unscrew the wingnut at the centre of the air filter. WINGNUT Remove the air filter by pulling and keep the washers for the new filter installation. WASHERS Install the spare new air filter, paying attention to insert the washers.
  • Page 19 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Screw the wingnut to secure the filter. WINGNUT Put on the front panel and secure it with the key. Key Locks © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 20 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 21: Desulphurizing Cartridge Replacement

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Desulphu izi g a t idge epla e e t 4.1.2. Tools: Key to open BG Evo 1 front panel 22 mm wrench 30 mm adjustable wrench electrician pliers or scissors A spare new desulph cartridge, t o 3/8”...
  • Page 22 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Close the desulphurizer valves. © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 23 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Loosen the fittings of gas pipes at desulphurizer inlet (Top) and outlet (Bottom), respectively, with the wrenches. Cut the cable ties by using the pliers and remove the desulphurizer.
  • Page 24 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Install desulphurizer, checking the IN and OUT tags. (IN=TOP; OUT=BOTTOM). NOTE: Use brand new gaskets GASKET Put on the front panel and secure it with the key. © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 25 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image Key Locks © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 26: Water Treatment System (Wts) Replacement

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Wate T eat e t Syste WTS epla e e t 4.1.3. Tools: Key to open BG Evo 1 front panel Materials: A spare new WTS and two filtering cartridges Sequence...
  • Page 27 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 28 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image 3/11 Remove the two vertical cartridges rotating them clockwise. 4/11 Install cartridges, connecting them to the bayonet fittings by pulling with a counter clockwise rotation. © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 29 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image 5/11 Remove the WTS from BG, by lifting indicated metalwork areas only. 6/11 Remove the electrical connectors. 7/11 Disconnect the pipes from the WTS at the bottom and remove it. The used WTS has to be shipped to Solipdpower.
  • Page 30 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image 8/11 Install a new WTS, taking care of connecting the pipes properly (see color codes) and plugging the electrical connectors. 9/11 Open the manual tap water valve and fix possible leaks.
  • Page 31 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Sequence Image 11/11 Put on the front panel and secure it with the key. Key Locks © SOLIDpower GmbH 2019...
  • Page 32: Appendix Aspecifications

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX A Table 2 provides the specifications for the BlueGEN appliance and Table 3 provides details of the BlueGEN appliance electrical standards. NOTE: These specifications are subject to change. Electrical Mains voltage 230 V±10 % AC 50 Hz single phase...
  • Page 33 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe ErP data Seasonal space heating energy efficiency class Seasonal space heating energy efficiency 490% (according EN 50465:2015) Sound power level < 52 dB(A) according EN 15036-1 Supply requirements Fuel supply Natural gas (methane)
  • Page 34 Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe Filters (air and water) CO/Methane sensor As required Fuel cell stack Fuel Cell Module Sensors/Actuators Table 2: BlueGEN appliance specifications Relevant Standards Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC Based Upon 60335-2-102 Electromagnetic Capability Directive (EMC-D)
  • Page 35: Appendix Babbreviations

    Manual - BlueGEN BG-15 Generic Installation Manual - Europe ABB‘EVIATIONS APPENDIX B balance-of-plant SOLIDpower Spa MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet polyvinyl chloride residual-current device Relative Humidity reverse osmosis IPsec internet protocol security virtual private network local area network waste heat recovery...
  • Page 36 SOLIDpower SpA viale Trento 115/117 – c/o BIC – Mod C/D 38017, Mezzolombardo (TN) - Italy t: +39 0461.17.55.068 f: +39 0461.17.55.050 C.F./P.I./VAT nr. IT 02000340220 www.solidpower.com...

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