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This manual only applies to RELiON Lithium Batteries. It does not apply to other lithium batteries or chemistries. Please read through the guide in detail before installing and using your new battery.
Batteries. It does not apply to other lithium batteries or chemistries. 1. SAFETY Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are an inherently safe chemistry. Please reference RELiON’s Lithium Iron Phosphate Safety Document (available at relionbattery.com) for more details. However, as with any electronics, safety measures should always be taken. Please adhere to the instructions within this manual for safe handling and operation.
3. LiFePO4 BATTERY BASICS (VS. LEAD-ACID) 3.1. Basic Construction RELiON LiFePO4 battery packs include two main components: 1. Individual cells assembled inside a plastic or steel case 2. An internal BMS (Battery Management System) to protect the battery from abusive operation 3.2.
4. BATTERY INSTALLATION 4.1. Battery Connections To maximize the performance and to ensure safe operation of your battery, use the appropriate cable size and tighten connections using the proper torque value. Refer to the data sheet for your particular battery's torque value.
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(3) Batteries connected in series are best charged as individual batteries. charging as a series bank can lead to imbalances and reduced runtime, requiring an occasional individual balancing charge. (4) Please reference RELiON’s LiFePO4 Charging Instructions document (available on our website at relionbattery.com) for series and parallel charging.
32°F to 77°F (0°C to 25°C). 5.2. Storage Conditions It is recommended to store LiFePO4 batteries at 50% state of charge (SOC). If batteries are stored for long periods of time, cycle the batteries at least every 6 months.
7. BATTERY CHARGING 7.1. When to Charge your LiFePO4 Battery If LiFePO4 batteries are not fully discharged, they do not need to be charged after each use. LiFePO4 batteries do not get damaged when left in a partial state of charge (PSOC). You can charge your LiFePO4 batteries after each use or when they have been discharged up to 80% (20% SOC).
Charging Instruction document (available on our website at relionbattery. com) for complete charging instructions and parameters. 8. BMS OPERATION All RELiON LiFePO4 batteries come with an internal BMS. The BMS protects against: 1. Under-Voltage – during discharge 2. Over-Voltage – during charge or regen conditions 3.
9. BATTERY RECYCLING Terminals must be covered with a protective cap or non-conductive tape prior to battery disposal to lithium recycler. Dispose of LiFePO4 batteries at an authorized lithium recycling facility. 10. WARRANTY REGISTRATION We recommend you protect your investment and register your warranty at relionbattery.com/warranty-registration.
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