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- Page 1 NSTRUCTION MANUAL VARTA element VARTA Storage GmbH Subject to modification! Version 09 Updated 10/2017...
- 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 Original Instruction Manual VARTA Storage GmbH VARTA Storage GmbH Nürnberger Straße 65 86720 Nördlingen Germany www.varta-storage.de 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_809 Updated 10/2017 Version 09...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Danger from misbehaviour ......... 23 Safety devices ............24 Function, scope of delivery and technical parameters ..25 Function ..............25 Scope of delivery ............26 Front view VARTA element ........28 System overview ............29 Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... - Page 5 Rating plate ..............30 Technical parameters ..........31 Operation ..................34 Switching on and off, web interface ........34 Switching on and off ..........35 LED ring indications ........... 36 Web interface ............. 37 4.3.1 Access to the web interface ....... 37 4.3.2 Information on the welcome page (Home) ..
- Page 6 Assembly and installation ........... 52 Check the components ..........52 Requirements for the installation location ....53 Installation location ............. 54 8.3.1 Dimensions and features ........54 8.3.2 Environmental conditions ........55 8.3.3 Non-permissible locations and environmental conditions ............56 Warranty ..............
- Page 7 8.10 Initial commissioning ..........94 8.10.1 Checking the activation of the battery modules . 94 8.10.2 Switching on ............94 8.10.3 Password entry ..........96 8.10.4 Entering serial numbers of the battery modules 97 8.10.5 Portal connection ..........99 8.10.6 Setting the grid parameters for GS protection .
- Page 8 Maintenance ................. 125 Maintenance basics ............125 10.1 Safety instructions ............ 125 10.2 Scope of maintenance work ........127 Service and repair work ..........128 11.1 Checking the storage cabinet from outside ....128 11.2 Checking the system parameters (Service) ..... 128 11.2.1 Checking the online status .......
- Page 9 11.5 Completion of service and repair work ....148 11.5.1 Checking the operating state ......149 11.6 Cleaning ..............151 Malfunctions..............152 12.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring ..... 152 12.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface .... 152 Disassembly and disposal ...........
- Page 10 Scope This manual is part of the system and corresponds to the state-of- the-art at the time of publication. This applies to the product VARTA element in the expansion stages element 3, element 6, element 9, or element 12 from serial number 125 XXXXXX onwards (rating plate).
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Page 11: Updated
VARTA Storage GmbH. This limitation of liability also applies to the use of non-approved spare parts, as well as non-observance of the stated maintenance intervals. -
Page 12: General
General 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- observance! -
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 Consequences word 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 10/2017... -
Page 16: Safety
Safety General information on safety Any person being in charge of carrying out work at the system must have read and understood this manual, especially the Chapter Safety. 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 Installation and maintenance work is performed by personnel who have not been trained and not been instructed. The safety instructions provided in this manual are not observed. All safety instructions have to be strictly followed, the observance is for your safety.
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Page 18: Intended Use
Intended use VARTA element 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. 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 at the VARTA element system (e.g. installation and maintenance work) may only be carried out by qualified electricians who are certified by VARTA Storage GmbH! The “Installation”, “Operation in the password-... -
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 GmbH will accept no liability. 2.4.1 Danger of electrical voltage... -
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 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 23: 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 24: Safety Devices
VARTA Storage GmbH after completion of installation and commissioning. The VARTA element energy storage system has multiple safety devices. Including grid and system protection to VDE-AR-N 4105, closed electrical operating area, overtemperature cutout and a door contact switch. -
Page 25: Function, Scope Of Delivery And Technical Parameters
The VARTA element system is integrated into the building grid as a 3-phase AC connection and operates independently of the photovoltaic system. A current sensor controls the charge and discharge processes of the energy storage system. -
Page 26: Scope Of Delivery
Before installing the VARTA element energy storage system, the appropriate energy provider has to be asked, whether it is necessary to register the system. - Page 27 Expansion stage element 2 x Battery charger, 2 x Communication cable set, 2 x Power cable Extra items: Current sensor (50 A) with sensor board, 20 m sensor cable RJ11, 1 x AC connector, 8 x mounting screws for battery module(s), ...
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Page 28: Front View Varta Element
Front view VARTA element Figure 1: Front view VARTA element Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 29: System Overview
System overview Figure 2: System overview VARTA element Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 30: Rating Plate
Rating plate Figure 3: Rating plate VARTA element Figure 4: Cryptocode Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 31: Technical Parameters
Technical parameters EXPANSION STAGE ELEMENT 3 Nominal capacity 3.3 kWh AC charge power 1.8 kW AC discharge power 1.6 kW Battery inverter structure without isolation transformer Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 600 x 1,176 x 500 ... -
Page 32: Table 7: Technical Parameters - Expansion Stage Element 9
EXPANSION STAGE ELEMENT 9 Nominal capacity 9.8 kWh AC charge power 3.4 kW AC discharge power 3.0 kW Battery inverter structure without isolation transformer Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 600 x 1,176 x 500 ... -
Page 33: Table 9: Technical Parameters - Battery Modules
BATTERY MODULE (VKB 56461701100) Electrochemical cell Li-ion Nominal module capacity 3.3 kWh Discharge depth 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 34: Operation
Operation 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 damages of the electrical equipment! Eliminate defects immediately! Only the electrician is allowed to open the energy storage system when it is switched off. -
Page 35: Switching On And Off
Switching on and off The On/Off button on the front of the cabinet 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 10/2017... -
Page 36: 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 System check Green (approx. 90 s) Steady light Ready Green... -
Page 37: Web Interface
The port (RJ45 socket) is located at the rear of the cabinet. See Figure 16. Enter the serial number of the energy storage system behind http://varta in the address line of your browser. e.g.: http://varta125023456 ... -
Page 38: 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 39: External Relays (Optional)
%: The charge level of the energy storage system is displayed. (6) WWW: Indicates whether the energy storage system is connected to the VARTA server (green = online, red = offline). (7) Info button (i): Displays information about the storage system, e.g. -
Page 40: Portal (Optional)
(see Chapter 8.5 Warranty registration). Alternatively, you can tick the "I wish to use the VARTA Storage Online Portal" box on the warranty card, which you return to VARTA Storage GmbH. -
Page 41: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance and cleaning WARNING Improper execution of maintenance and cleaning work Possible mortal danger! Ensure that only qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage GmbH 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 42: 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 Never put down containers with fluids (beverage containers and the like) on... -
Page 43: Malfunction/Event Of Damage
Malfunction/event of damage WARNING Improper elimination of malfunctions! Possible mortal danger! Ensure that only qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage GmbH carry out work at the energy storage system! In case of a malfunction, contact the qualified electrician. Subject to modification! -
Page 44: 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 cabinet indicates malfunctions. See Table 11 in Chapter 4.2. 6.1.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface Malfunctions are displayed on the welcome page of the web interface. - Page 45 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.
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Page 46: 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 47: 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 48 The housing and the battery module a tested ABC fire extinguisher with a minimum capacity of 2 kg has to be carried along. observe the symbols on the packaging. Transport the parts only in enclosed vehicles. the load has to be properly secured. ...
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Page 49: Packaging/Transport Control
Mortal danger! Do not accept clearly damaged packaging. Contact VARTA Storage GmbH! Storage cabinet and battery module (individually packaged) are delivered in separate and tested packaging units on pallets. The disposal of the packaging will be taken over by the installation engineer. -
Page 50: Figure 7: Shockwatch
The storage cabinet may be damaged. Do not reject the consignment! Enter "Indicator red" on the transport note. Leave all parts packed in the original packaging and request a damage inspection by the shipper immediately. ® Figure 7: ShockWatch sticker Remove the packaging not until immediately... -
Page 51: Storage
Deep discharge of the battery module! Adhere to the storage conditions. The battery module must be commissioned by the manufacturer or a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage GmbH within eleven weeks of being delivered. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 52: Assembly And Installation
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. Do not install damaged components. Contact VARTA Storage GmbH. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 53: 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 54: Installation Location
8.3.1 Dimensions and features For the room, in which the VARTA element will be installed, a volume of at least 30 m³ is recommended. A horizontal, even floor with a minimum surface of 70 cm x 55 cm (width x depth). The floor must be able to take the load. -
Page 55: Environmental Conditions
The screws for opening the storage cabinet on the left next to the front door must be accessible. A minimum clearance of 30 cm must be left above the storage cabinet. The distance between the wall and the rear of the cabinet must remain free to enable cooling air to escape from the device unhindered. -
Page 56: Non-Permissible Locations And Environmental Conditions
Serial number(s) of the battery module/battery modules. The ID label of the battery module is enclosed in the packaging. The installation engineer enters these data in the VARTA Storage GmbH installation engineer portal. Within four weeks of the Subject to modification! -
Page 57: Figure 8: Id Label (Rating Plate) Of The System
As an alternative to this procedure, the completed and signed warranty records (commissioning report and warranty card, together with the affixed ID label for the VARTA system and battery modules) can be sent to VARTA Storage GmbH within four weeks of the installation date. -
Page 58: Figure 9: Id Label Of The Battery Module (Example)
Figure 9: ID label of the battery module (example) Figure 10: Activation code label (example) Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 59: Warranty Registration
Change to "energy storage systems" Registration in the B2B area with login and password On the welcome page, click on "Start VARTA-Portal" Change to "energy storage registration" Entering the data for the battery storage: Initial installation/retrofit ... - Page 60 Call up the next screen "battery modules" with "next". Enter the serial number(s). NOTE: This applies to all battery modules which have not yet been registered. If the storage is connected to the Internet, the serial number or the serial numbers of the installed battery modules will be transmitted automatically.
- Page 61 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 GmbH. 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 62 Details of the commissioning report Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...
- Page 63 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 10/2017...
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Page 64: 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 65 Click the button "Send registration". Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...
- Page 66 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 10/2017...
- Page 67 Confirmation with the warranty registration as a PDF. Final screen with the warranty documents as a PDF. 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 10/2017...
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Page 68: 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 Lockout Check for absence of voltage ... - Page 69 WARNING Improper installation! Personal injury and material damage Design the fuse ahead of the energy storage system with three poles! It must fulfil the requirements of a separator. Fuse the device connection at the energy storage system with a 16 A fuse type B.
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Page 70: Connections To The Distributor Box
8.6.1 Connections to the distributor box The following connections must be prepared: Device connection: 5 x 1.5 - 2.5 mm² Sensor cable: RJ12 LAN connection 1. Do not allow any mechanical load on the sensor cable. 2. In order to minimise losses, the wiring section between storage and connection should not be longer than 20 m. -
Page 71: Preparation Of The Ac Port For The Building Grid
8.6.2 Preparation of the AC port for the building grid Figure 11: Stripping cables To connect to the building grid, the 5-wire AC cable must be connected to the supplied AC connector. Strip the cable 40 mm at the end. ... -
Page 72: Figure 12: Ac Connector
Figure 12: AC connector Opening for locking when inserting To release: Push in snap-in nose Union nut for strain relief Connector housing Opening for snap-in nose (on both sides). For locking when mounting the connector Contact insert Insert the wires according to Figure 13: Assignment AC- connector (connection side) into the screw connections in the contact insert and screw tight. -
Page 73: Figure 13: Assignment Ac-Connector (Connection Side)
Tighten the union nut for strain relief. Figure 13: Assignment AC-connector (connection side) Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 74: Current Sensor
8.6.3 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. Instead, see instruction manual for cascading. (Optional add-on package required) ATTENTION Reversed phases! Charging and discharging malfunction! Conductors L1, L2, L3 for building connection, current sensor and AC... -
Page 75: Figure 14: Current Sensor - Direction Of Installation
Figure 14: Current sensor - direction of installation When installing the current sensor, it is important that the sensor board points in the direction of the sub-distribution (see Figure 14: Current sensor - direction of installation). Conductors L1, L2, L3 for building connection, current sensor and AC connector must have the same phase assignment. -
Page 76: 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 crushings. Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. -
Page 77: Installing And Connecting The Storage Cabinet
Installing and connecting the storage cabinet Plug the AC connector into the AC port. The catch audibly engages. Figure 15: AC port (rear of the storage cabinet) Insert the sensor cable and the network cable into the corresponding sockets. Figure 16: Sockets (rear of the storage cabinet) Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 78: Figure 17: Wall Mounting Varta Element
Screw your storage cabinet to the rear wall using appropriate fasteners. To do so, turn the mounting bracket outwards by 90°. Figure 17: Wall mounting VARTA element Set the height-adjustable feet (see Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules) to a height of approx. -
Page 79: 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 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 80: Opening The Storage Cabinet
8.9.1 Opening the storage cabinet To open the cabinet, undo the screws to the side near the door. Aid: Torx 25 screwdriver Figure 18: Opening the storage cabinet Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 81: Checking The Battery Modules
8.9.2 Checking the battery modules 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 are damaged or contaminated battery module. Transport the battery module carefully. Do not put any parts on the battery module. -
Page 82: Behaviour In The Event Of Damage
Avoid contact with possibly leaking fluid! Avoid contact with possibly escaping vapours! Damaged or contaminated battery module Contact VARTA Storage GmbH. First aid in case of contact with electrolyte When inhaling: Leave the room. Get medical attention immediately. In case of skin contact: Thoroughly wash the affected area with water and soap. -
Page 83: Figure 19: Varta Element Battery Module
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Page 84: Installing And Connecting Battery Modules
8.9.4 Installing and connecting battery modules ATTENTION Two battery modules at one battery charger! Material damage due to too high current! Always connect only one battery module to one battery charger. ATTENTION Overstorage of the battery module! Deep discharge of the battery module! Once you started commissioning, it has to be carried out until finished. -
Page 85: Figure 21: Installation Positions Of The Battery Modules
Figure 20: Clamped connections of battery module (DRY contact) Depending on the model, up to two battery modules will be installed. The battery modules are placed in accordance with Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules. Lift the battery module/battery modules onto the two mounting rails using the handles. - Page 86 Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules 1 - 4 Height-adjustable feet 5 Battery connections 6 Fastening screws for battery modules Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...
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Page 88: Figure 22: Connections - Expansion Stage Element 3/6
Installing a battery module (expansion stage element 3/6) Figure 22: Connections – expansion stage element 3/6 Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... - Page 89 Expansion stage element 3/6 Place the battery module in the storage cabinet according to Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules. Connections at the battery module according to Figure 22: Connections – expansion stage element 3/6: Battery power connection: Plug on both connectors with correct polarity.
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Page 90: Figure 23: Connections - Expansion Stage Element /12
Installing two battery modules (expansion stage element 9/12) Figure 23: Connections – expansion stage element /12 Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... - Page 91 Expansion stage element 9/12 Place the battery modules in the storage cabinet according to Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules. Connections at the battery modules according to Figure 23: Connections – /12 Battery charger -left- Battery power connection: Plug both connectors with correct polarity at the rear battery module.
- Page 92 Battery charger -right- Battery power connection: plug both connectors with correct polarity at the front battery module. o Communication 1: Insert the four communication cables into the openings of the clamping connector. The connections are self-clamping. For the pin assignment, see Figure 20: Clamped connections of battery module (DRY contact) Communication 2: Plug in the communication cable (red, CAN).
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Page 93: Closing The Storage Cabinet
8.9.5 Closing the storage cabinet Before you close the energy storage system, please check: all tools removed? is the interior clean? no loose parts in the interior? no small parts in the interior? all cable connections correctly established? Make any necessary corrections. -
Page 94: Initial Commissioning
See Chapter 8.9.4 Installing and connecting battery modules. 8.10.2 Switching on The VARTA element energy storage system is switched on as follows: Make sure that the network cable is connected. ... - Page 95 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.
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Page 96: Password Entry
The welcome page of the web interface will appear. If the storage system cannot be accessed via the customer's network, a connection can be established by means of the VARTA network configurator (NCT). Enter your user name and password to download this from: https://www.varta-storage.com/de/nc/b2b.html. -
Page 97: Entering Serial Numbers Of The Battery Modules
Further tabs appear in the header. For a simplified installation, you can use the menu Quick Install (see Chapter 8.11). 8.10.4 Entering serial numbers of the battery modules Click on the Settings tab. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... - Page 98 If the LED ring continues to flash red after the restart (duration approx. 3 minutes), check the connection to the current sensor and the phase assignment. If the LED ring continues to flash red, please contact VARTA Storage GmbH. Subject to modification!
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Page 99: Portal Connection
8.10.5 Portal connection Select the Network tab from Settings. By default, the storage device uses the customer's network settings. For this, the selection field next to Activate DHCP is checked as a default setting. If the connection is not made automatically, use the parameters in the instructions for the network router. -
Page 100: Setting The Grid Parameters For Gs Protection
8.10.6 Setting the grid parameters for GS protection The grid parameters for GS protection have to be adjusted to the requirements of the country in question. Click on the Grid parameters tab. The Grid parameters page will appear. ... -
Page 101: Reboot
8.10.7 Reboot A reboot is required after parameters are changed. To do so, turn the storage system off and then back on again at the On/Off button. Afterwards, checks on the welcome page and on the System page are necessary. 8.10.8 Checks on the welcome page ... -
Page 102: Figure 25: Checking The Welcome Page On The Web Interface
Figure 25: 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 26) Possibly the System page shows information for troubleshooting (see Chapter 11.2.2). -
Page 103: Checks On The "System" Page
Figure 26: Info window on the web interface 8.10.9 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 104: 8.10.10 Exiting The Password-Protected Area
An error has occurred if the value for the current (I grid) hovers between +0.01 and -0.01 at all three phases. Check the cable connection to the current sensor. Note: The system may need to have a large load at all three phases. -
Page 105: 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. Select the storage type. Enter the serial number(s) of the battery modules. Click on Apply Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... - Page 106 Network settings menu The network settings will be taken over unchanged. Click on Apply. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...
- Page 107 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.
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Page 108: Operation In The Password-Protected Area
Operation in the password-protected area This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 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 109: System
System This page provides an up-to-date overview of the serial numbers, the state of the battery modules and the battery charger, as well as the battery inverter data. System and grid errors are displayed in the fields "Error list" and "GS error list". -
Page 110: 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 111: 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 112: 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 113: Service Settings
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 IP ranges 172.30.xxx.xxx to 172.31.xxx.xxx must not be used. - Page 114 It is assumed that the air filter is really replaced or cleaned. Checking the current sensor: Upon agreement with the VARTA Storage GmbH service, the automatic current sensor check can be deactivated. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...
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Page 115: Grid Parameters For Gs Protection
9.4.4 Grid parameters for GS protection The grid parameters for GS protection for switch off have to be adjusted to the requirements of the respective country. Automatic: If the selection box is checked, the saved settings will be used for GS protection. The country for which the settings are to be applied can be selected from the drop-down list. -
Page 116: Table 12: Grid Parameter Default Settings
Table 12 contains the default values that are saved for Germany, Austria, France, Italy and the Netherlands. Grid parameters Country Germany 47.50 51.50 Austria 47.50 51.50 France 47.50 51.50 Italy 47.50 51.50 Netherlands 47.50 51.50 Table 12: Grid parameter default settings Note: If the Automatic option is not selected, the following parameters can also be set to suit the individual requirements of the grid operator:... -
Page 117: Reactive Power Compensation
9.4.5 Reactive power compensation The power factor cos φ for compensation of the reactive power is set to 0.95 at the factory. This value may have to be adjusted as specified by the relevant grid operator. In the drop-down list reactive power function, manual input, input according to Q(P) characteristic and input according to Q(U) characteristic are available for adjusting the cos φ. -
Page 118: Table 13: Network Parameter Settings
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. Target value for cos(phi) Power factor setting 0.90 -100... - Page 119 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(P) characteristic ...
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Page 120: Figure 27: Q(P) Characteristic
Figure 27: 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 121: Table 14: Setting As Per Q(P) Characteristic
Table 14: Setting as per Q(P) characteristic 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 122: Table 15: 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 QUY1 QUX1, the characteristic is limited to the value set in... -
Page 123: Figure 28: Q(U) Characteristic
Figure 28: 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 124: 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 125: 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 126 When all work is complete, cleanly remake and check the contacts and connections and screw in place. All work on the VARTA element system is to be documented by the qualified electrician in the service book. WARNING Contact with sharp-edged parts...
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Page 127: Scope Of Maintenance Work
Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. 10.2 Scope of maintenance work Maintenance of the VARTA element energy storage system includes: Service (= inspection and maintenance) Repair and technical improvements and any additions For documentation on the maintenance procedure, see Chapter 5. -
Page 128: 11 Service And Repair Work
11 Service and repair work This section is intended for the qualified electrician. 11.1 Checking the storage cabinet from outside Is the ventilation strip on the storage cabinet cover (see Figure 1) clogged/contaminated? The ventilation strip can be cleaned from inside once the cover has been removed (see Chapter 11.4.7). -
Page 129: Checking The Online Status
11.2.1 Checking the online status On the web interface welcome page, the WWW icon indicates whether the energy storage system is connected to the VARTA server (green = online, red = offline). 11.2.2 Error lists Reading out error lists ... -
Page 130: Checking The Software Version
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 of VARTA Storage GmbH" agreement has been concluded. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 131: Air Filter Change: Resetting The Time
The software update can be carried out by using the VARTA network configurator (NCT). This is available for download in the B2B area of the page https://www.varta-storage.com after entering the username and the personal password. Before you carry out a software update, please check whether any errors are displayed on the web interface. - Page 132 Check whether the fan is blowing out air at the top. Wait for 10 to 15 s until the fans have reached a constant speed. Note: It is possible that the fans are already running. Pay attention to noises that indicate mechanical damage. ...
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Page 133: Checking The System Parameters
11.3 Checking the system parameters The system parameters are checked via the web interface. To do so, please observe Chapter 9. 11.3.1 Checking the current sensor values Select the System page. Check the current sensor values (I grid L1, I grid L2 and I grid L3) on reasonable values: If a current sensor value is approx. -
Page 134: Checking The Battery Charger
Measures in case of suspicious current sensor values: If the current sensor value of one or several phases is 0 in spite of a load, check the connection between energy storage system and current sensor. If necessary, replace the connecting cable (RJ12 cable). ... -
Page 135: Checking The Battery Modules
11.3.3 Checking the battery modules The warnings and errors of the battery modules are displayed on the System page. Indicated errors are explained in the error list (see Chapter 11.2.2). Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 136: Service And Repairs: Cabinet Interior
11.4 Service and repairs: Cabinet 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 137: Opening The Cabinet
WARNING Components are heavy. This might lead to overburdened intervertebral discs, bruises and crushings. Carry out the work described in this chapter with 2 persons or suitable equipment. 11.4.1 Opening the cabinet Make sure that the On/Off button on the front of the housing is set to "Off"... -
Page 138: Removing The Battery Inverter
11.4.2 Removing the battery inverter Loosen the two M 5 x 16 screws (arrows!) on the battery inverter. Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench Figure 30: Loosening the screws on the battery inverter Take hold of the battery inverter in both hands and pull out at the handles! ... -
Page 139: Figure 31: Connections On The Battery Charger - Front Side
Make sure that the battery modules are switched off and no LED indicator is lit. Figure 31: Connections on the battery charger - front side Comm 1 Warning and fault Comm 2 RJ11 SOCKET (not used) Comm 3 RJ45 SOCKET (communication) Battery power 2 (must not be used) Battery power 1 ... -
Page 140: Figure 32: Battery Charger - Rear
Figure 32: Battery charger - rear Connection to the second battery charger (at expansion stage element 9/12) Inverter connection Pull the battery charger out of the compartment using both hands. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 141: Figure 33: Setting The Terminal Resistor
Setting the terminal resistor at the right battery charger Figure 33: Setting the terminal resistor Note: Setting the terminal resistor, only at expansion stage element 9/12. Applies only to battery chargers having cables plugged into both connections (see Fig. 32) at the rear. The terminal resistor of the other battery charger must be set to 120 ohms. -
Page 142: Removing And Installing Battery Modules
Set the terminal resistor to "open", (see Figure 33). Installing the battery charger To reinstall, perform the working steps in reverse order. The battery charger locks in the end position. It is not necessary to use a screwdriver. Note: At expansion stage element 9/12, pay attention to the assignment of the battery cables. -
Page 143: Figure 34: Battery Module
Make sure that the battery modules are switched off and no LED indicator is lit. Figure 34: Battery module Switch off the battery module at the activation button (hold the button, until the LED goes off). Plug off the following cable connections: ... -
Page 144: Replacing/Cleaning The Air Filter
Switch the battery module/modules back on. 11.4.5 Replacing/cleaning the air filter Unscrew the filter holder. Aid: Torx 25 screwdriver The air filter can be removed. Clean the area around the filter with a cloth. Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner if necessary. Make sure no dust from the air filter gets inside the storage system. -
Page 145: Cleaning/Replacing The Fan
Loosen the mounting screws (5 x) at the front of the opened storage cabinet. Aid: Torx 25 screwdriver Figure 36: Screws of cabinet cover – (front bottom) Loosen the mounting nuts (3 x) at the rear of the storage cabinet. -
Page 146: Figure 38: Removing The Fan
Check the bearing play and ease of movement of the fan by hand. Replacing the fan Disconnect the fan (circle). Loosen the four screws (arrows) on the fan cover and cut open the cable tie. Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench, wire cutter Figure 38: Removing the fan Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 147: Figure 39: Removing The Plastic Housing
Preparing the new fan Remove and dispose of the plastic housing. Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench Figure 39: Removing the plastic housing Manually check the fan wheel on a firm fit. Figure 40: Checking the fan wheel ... -
Page 148: Completion Of Service And Repair Work
Connect the fan. Attach the cable with a cable tie WARNING Protective earth not connected and fixed! Personal injury and material damage Re-establish the protective earth connection. Fix the protective earth cable. 11.5 Completion of service and repair work DANGER Contact with live parts! Mortal danger! -
Page 149: Checking The Operating State
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 energy storage system. 11.5.1 Checking the operating state Make sure that no contamination or material residues are inside the device. -
Page 150: Figure 41: On/Off Button With Led Ring
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 Charge Green Pulses with decreasing intensity Unloading If necessary, check whether error messages appear on the web interface (see Chapters 4.3.2 and 9.2) and rectify the errors if possible. -
Page 151: 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 152: 12 Malfunctions
12 Malfunctions WARNING Improper troubleshooting due to lack of professional knowledge! Personal injuries and material damage! Only the qualified electrician is allowed to rectify malfunctions. 12.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring The LED ring at the On/Off switch indicates malfunctions. See Table 11. 12.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface Malfunctions are displayed on the System page of the web interface. -
Page 153: 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 154: Disposal
Chapter 11.4. The battery modules should be in a charge state of less than 30%. If necessary, discharge the modules. 13.3 Disposal The VARTA element system must not be disposed of via domestic waste. Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017... -
Page 155: 14 Relocation
The packed battery modules will be collected by VARTA Storage GmbH or by a company assigned by them. For this purpose, please contact VARTA Storage GmbH (entsorgung@varta-storage.com). If necessary, also request packaging for hazardous goods. Packaging and collection costs are taken over by VARTA Storage GmbH. -
Page 156: 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 157 If necessary, charge or discharge the battery modules. The battery modules must be commissioned again by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage GmbH within 11 weeks after the disassembly. Perform commissioning after relocation according to Chapter 8. Subject to modification!
- Page 158 Figures Figure 1: Front view VARTA element ..........28 Figure 2: System overview VARTA element ........29 Figure 3: Rating plate VARTA element .......... 30 Figure 4: Cryptocode ..............30 Figure 5: On/Off button with LED ring ..........35 Figure 6: Web interface: Welcome page ........38 ®...
- Page 159 Appendix 1b: Connection diagram of TT system Appendix 2a: Connection diagram of TN system with data logger Appendix 2b: Connection diagram of TT system with data logger Appendix 3: EC Declaration of Conformity – VARTA element Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017...