1.1 Brief description MINI ES is an energy storage system which can store and distribute excess energy generated by PV (photovoltaics) systems. It can be used to minimize solar export for customers as much as possible.
General load High power electric appliances Essential single phase electric appliance Essential load When grid power is off, MINI ES will supply essential load circuit Router Uploads the data of MINI ES 1.2 Product Composition MINIES is mainly composed of pcs and battery.
37.5A (Standard) 75A (Max. Continue Current @ 25℃) Charge Cut-off Voltage 3.60V/Cell Discharge Method CC/CV/CP Discharge Cut-off Voltage 2.80V/Cell Discharge Current 37.5A (Standard) 75A (Max. Continue Current @ 25° C) 1.3Functions Functions of the MINI ES system are shown as below:...
Grid,PV Grid,PV and PV Load and PV power direction Load Load MINIES figure2. Power curve of a sample day Demand Response Mode (DRM) MINI ES that cooperates with DRED controller could receive the demand signal from...
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the Grid to connect or disconnect with the Grid and limit power of charging or discharging. figure3. Dimensional drawing The MINIES supports the DRM0 mode and is used in conjunction with the DRM0 combination switch.DRM0 can be configured through a third-party debugging tool. The below debugging tool Modbus Slave is used as an example MINIES disables DRM0 mode by default.
AS 4777.2-2015 Battery IEC 60730 1.6 About this manual Declaration This manual is applicable to the MINI ES and instructs the operation and functions of product. The manual is applicable to transportation, assembling, installation and commissioning. This manual is intended to be used by the accredited installer.
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Alarm signs Please keep several types of safety alarm signs in mind. Familiarize yourself with the messages and the importance of the various signals as explained. Warning instructions identify safety information, which consists of the following: Warning sign Instructions to denote the level of risk ...
1.7 Abbreviations Abbreviation Description Application software Current transducer 1.8 Attached list Tool list Tool name Tool type Functions Stanley knife Phillips head screwdriver Flat-bladed screwdriver Small flat-bladed screwdriver CT terminal Sleeve and loop bar Fix anchor bolts Electric drill and drill bit NO.10 drill Punch anchor bolts Hammer...
Parameters MINIES-P30B3-AU-R2 Island detection Auto Test, AFD Max. grid port short-circuit fault current 980us,390A peak, 92.28Ar.m.s Max.inrush current Off-grid Parameters Nominal Voltage 230V AC/1Phase Nominal Current 8.6A Maximum Discharge Current 16A (5s protection) Nominal Power 2KVA Nominal Frequency 50Hz Max.output short current 1.17ms,400A peak, 93.53Ar.m.s 2KVA-2.2KVA overload:15min protection;...
The safety protection equipment of the system is fully functioning Any unclear warning and safety signage on the device should be replaced immediately Make sure there is no flammable items are placed near the device The device shouldn’t be covered at any time ...
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d) Do not place tools or metal parts on the battery; e) Disconnect the charging power supply before disassembling the battery terminal block; f) Pay attention to whether the battery is inadvertently grounded. If you find that the battery has been accidentally grounded, remove the power supply from the ground. Touching any part of the grounded battery can cause an electric shock.
Minimum clearance from the wall (15 cm) Keep the distribution board at a reasonable distance from the MINI ES system installation. Only 10m connection cable is provided for each CT. Cable extension requires extra cost, maximum cable extension is 10 meters ...
Item Description IEC 60417-5019(2011-01) IEC 60147-5018(2011-01) Pass CE authentication 2.5 Safety equipment The electrician must install the following safety equipment: Leakage current circuit breaker (Detailed specifications please refer to installation content) Specifically refer to the installation guide. There shall be an earth leakage protection device for each final sub-circuit of customer. CAUTION! Leakage protection According to different countries and areas, choose appropriate current leakage...
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DANGER! Due to disregard of safety instructions If the safety instructions and/or installation manual are not followed , the product may be damaged permanently and it may cause electrical accidents with serious consequences. · Follow the safety instructions Risk of fatal injury: Inverter Risk of fatal injury from arcing Arcing may occur in the event of faults or if fuses and plugs are not properly connected.
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· Check with the manufacturer before installation. Risk of injury General WARNING! Risk of injury due to unauthorized installation Installation and commissioning of this storage system requires BYD authorized training and relevant accreditation. · Installation 、cabling and commissioning must only be carried out by authorized、trained electricians.
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WARNING! Risk of injury due to sharp edges The components have sharp edges, which can cause injury if they are not handled carefully. · Wear protective equipment. · Install the system with a minimum of two people. WARNING! Risk of incorrect use of the batteries Eye and skin injuries can be caused by opening or damaging the batteries.
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WARNING! · Do not climbing on equipment and place accessories on or inside the device. · Do not disassemble, reconstruct, repair equipment without the manufacture permission . · Do not allow any non-professional to do maintenance for internal electrical equipment . When maintenance is needed, please contact the authorized provider.
DRED 3.2 Nameplate introduction The Mini ES is fitted with a nameplate on its front left housing. This nameplate is engraved with important parameters related to the system. Please protect it carefully in the process of transportation, installation, maintenance and overhaul. Do not damage or...
2、Add a RCD in OFF-GRID port and GRID port to avoid that leakage of electrical equipment endangers human safety. 3.4 Overview of functions The MINI ES operates in several working conditions depending on the system status:...
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Sunny & sufficient lighting. PV’s power supplies electric appliances and excess power can be stored in MINI ES or sold to the grid. Indoor/ outdoor Combiner PV inverter Indoor/ Grid outdoor &N&PE Load Load Distributor Single-phase electric appliance MINI ES...
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2. No lighting & sufficient SOC. MINI ES provides electricity to electric appliances. Indoor/ outdoor Combiner PV inverter Indoor/outdoor Indoor/ Grid outdoor Grid &N&PE Load Load Distributor Single-phase electric appliance MINI ES Power Line Signal Line figure7. Power flow diagram...
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3. No lighting & insufficient SOC. Power grid provides electricity to electric appliances. Indoor/ outdoor Combiner PV inverter Indoor/ Grid outdoor &N&PE Load Load Distributor Single-phase electric appliance MINI ES Power Line Signal Line figure8. Power flow diagram...
Notice! If it keeps continuous cloudy days and MINI ES couldn’t get the energy from the PV, MINI ES would do the protective charging and use 0.15~0.2kWh energy from grid for each time. 4. During a blackout, the MINI ES will automatically provide electricity for the house essential loads, with a total power of 2KVA.
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Front view figure9. Back view Product dimensions The Mini ES is 680 mm long, 257 mm wide, 610mm high,and weighs 96KG. figure11. Dimensional drawing Product Interface...
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Reserved ( BYD authorized products can access) ③ 12V POWER Reserved (Prohibition of use) ④ RS485 Meter correspondence interface Reserved ( BYD authorized products can access) or ⑤ DRED controller communication inlet ⑥ Network line interface ⑦ CT1-CT3 CT interface (2) ⑧...
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· All these interfaces shall be connected by a qualified electrician. Any external device connected to MINI ES shall be authorised by BYD Company. BYD does not assume liability and warranty for any problem or damage caused by unauthorized external devices.
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POWER button Local Control Function The MINI ES can be set up as "remote" mode and "local control" mode through holding the corresponding button. Local control is the default system mode and remote control is designed for the authorized installer.
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Only when the system is at local control mode could this function work. When entering mandatory or forced charging mode, MINI ES will automatically charge the battery. When the battery has been fully charged, the MINI ES will shut down automatically. REMOTE LOCAL POWER figure18. Mandatory charging schematic diagram...
SOC. 4. Monitoring instruction When the MINI ES is connected to the Internet, operation status and operating information can be checked on the app or BYD monitoring website. 4.1 How to install APP The customer can also check the operating information of MINI ES system according to mobile APP.
The App searches on the server for the Operating information of corresponding energy storage system . · Ensure the MINI ES has been connected to the router. · The data shown in the APP is not the real time data, the server will refresh the data every 15 minutes.
Notice: a. Items marked with (*) are required. b. Item “Product serial number” is the number shown on the nameplate. c. This user name only applies to APP. d. For Australia and New Zealand, different grid parameters are configured according to the order when the product is factory set.
MINI shuts down MINI ES has low SOC% and the system is at the off-grid mode automatically at this moment and when the grid and PV recover, the system will reboot automatically. Essential load can’t work 1. Please check the important load distribution board circuit normally breaker.
bit14:PCS relay failure Replacement PCS bit15:Grid relay failure Replacement PCS bit0:Control panel over temperature bit2:Capacitance over temperature 2013 bit3:heat sink over temperature bit4:Transformer over temperature 5.2 Display status query table of panel button indicating lamps System status System operate status Diagram If the grid and PV is normal,but the system shut down...
MINI ES). 3. It is good for MINI ES to be fully charged every six months to protect battery life if it is in storage for long periods. 6. About BYD For any assistance about BYD product, please contact BYD by:...
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