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BlackMax – Installation Manual BlackMax Shed Power – Off-Grid Alino TL with Lithium Batteries Installation Manual RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 1 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual RedEarth Energy Storage Ltd 15 Fienta Place Darra – QLD 4076 Australia Tel: 1800 733 637 Email: info@redearth.energy Web: www.redearth.energy RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 2 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Safety WARNING: Working on the inside of the BlackMax system is restricted to qualified personnel. RedEarth recommend installation by licensed electricians only. The wiring diagrams and installation instructions are given as a guide only and compliance to appropriate standards is the responsibility of the installer. Relevant...
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• Generator – via external GPO. Note: The BlackMax is not designed to act as a main switch board for the premises, as it does not include space for additional main & customer circuit breakers or RCDs. The MEN link and Earth connection need to be in place at the premises as required.
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Dimensions & Clearance BlackMax Weight: 154kg with 2x Lithium batteries (42kg per battery) Dimensions w/ door and lid closed: 940 H x 700 W x 420 D [mm] BlackMax Minimum Clearance BlackMax Fully Open According to AS/NXS 5139...
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Inside The BlackMax can be divided into four main areas, The AC side, the DC side, the inverter, and the battery area. By opening the front door - as explained above – you will have access to the AC side, inverter area, and DC side.
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Components The main components of the BlackMax are the hybrid inverter (5.0kVA Alino TL by Outback Power), one or two Lithium batteries and several other small devices that are shown in the picture below. All electrical connections can be made via plugs, making the system user friendly and extremely quick to install.
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Components RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 8 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Components The BlackMax comes fully equipped with the following items. • BlackMax pre-wired enclosure • Outback - Alino TL inverter • Installation Manual • User Manual • Battery Specifications • OEM Component Manuals o Alino TL – Quick Start Guide o Lithium Battery Manual o AC &...
6. Monitoring and Communications Step 1. Transporting The BlackMax system is supplied on a pallet in one of two configurations (just unit or kit) as shown on right. It is fully set-up and ready to run. The system weighs around 150kg with 2x lithium batteries and should be handled with proper lifting equipment.
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With the help of a hand trolley you can roll the system into place and secure it to the floor. The BlackMax has four holes in the base to allow for securing. This can be done with dynabolts or material appropriate screws.
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NOTE: Ensure that all breakers and isolators, as well as those supplying power to the unit, are turned OFF. BlackMax is designed to be a plug and play unit. However, it can be hardwired to a remote switchboard, which contains a MEN and earth stake. To do so, open up the unit as explained in “Opening the BlackMax”, remove the clear cover on the AC side by undoing the 3 screws holding it...
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4.4. Generator Auto-Start BlackMax contains three terminals (NO, C and NC) on the bottom of the display. These terminals are connected to a dry contact that can be programmed to automatically start a generator, or it can be used to activate a signal light indicating that the manual start generator is required. To learn how...
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4G reception area, this also does not require installation as it is done and tested in factory. The ideal positioning of the antenna is on top of the unit or somewhere with good mobile reception. Once this is done as well as the start-up procedure, call RedEarth – Tech Support to confirm its operation.
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Commissioning The BlackMax is commissioned and tested in RedEarth’s factory to guarantee correct operation of the system as ordered. However, last-minute parameter adjustments may be required (eg. generator size/ charging rate or increasing energy storage). Carefully follow the procedure in the Alino TL Quick Start Guide on how to make these alterations without compromising the existing configuration.
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BlackMax – Installation Manual How to Turn on / Shutdown my BlackMax To turn on the unit you must follow the steps below: NOTE: The “Quick Start Guide” label on the lid of the unit can also be referenced. 1 Switch on the battery breakers on the top of each LiFe lithium battery.
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• Remote and ongoing monitoring option • Extended warranty option • Miscellaneous spare parts (including indicator lights for Generator start) • BlackMax Power Kit: PV panels, racking and pre-terminated PV cables • Generator with 2-wire auto start • Generator backup kit (for on-grid applications) RedEarth’s Monitoring and Customer Community Monitoring...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Attachment A Single Line Diagram - Power RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 18 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Attachment B Single Line Diagram - Communications RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 19 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Attachment C Technical Pecifications – Alino TL RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 20 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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BlackMax – Installation Manual Attachment D Lithium Battery - LiFe4833P Specifications RE_PROD_0005 Version 1 Page 21 of 21 Issue Date 28/07/2020...
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