Sofar solar AMASS GTX2500 User Manual
Sofar solar AMASS GTX2500 User Manual

Sofar solar AMASS GTX2500 User Manual

Lithium-ion storage battery

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Lithium-Ion Storage Battery
Product Model: GTX2500
S h e n z h e n S O FA R S O L A R C o . , L t d .
Version 1.1

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  • Page 1 User manual Lithium-Ion Storage Battery Product Model: GTX2500 S h e n z h e n S O FA R S O L A R C o . , L t d . Version 1.1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 Contents General Information ..................1 Validity ....................1 Intended Use ..................1 Identifying The Product ..............3 Safety ......................5 Technical Data ....................7 Technical Items ....................9 Product Overview..................11 Brief Introduction ................11 Interface Introduction ...............12 5.2.1...
  • Page 3 User manual AMASS GTX2500 6.3.1 Installation environment requirements ........22 6.3.2 Installation carrier requirements ..........23 Installation Instructions ..............24 6.4.1 Dimensions ................24 6.4.2 Installation Step ................25 Cleaning and Maintenance ................33 Cleaning ....................33 Maintenance..................33 7.2.1 Recharge Requirements During Normal Storage .....33 7.2.2 Recharge Requirements When Over Discharged (90%DOD) ..34 Compatible Inverter List ................35...
  • Page 4: General Information

    1.2 Intended Use AMASS GTX2500 is an energy storage unit that is designed to be used in residential on-grid applications with the capability for short-term backup. Notes regarding intended use: AMASS GTX2500 is not suitable for supporting life-sustaining medical devices.
  • Page 5 The type label (see Section 1.3) must remain attached to the product. AMASS GTX2500 series products must work with compatible inverters which are listed in the “Compatible Inverter List” section of this manual.
  • Page 6: Identifying The Product

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 1.3 Identifying The Product The type labels were attached on the product, which contain the product identification information. For safe usage, the user must be well-informed of the contents in the type labels. The type labels include:...
  • Page 7 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 8: Safety

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 2 Safety This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with batteries. To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the batteries, read this section carefully and observe all safety information at all times.
  • Page 9 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Operation Precautions the polarity or connect in series short circuit before installation and handling battery in a manner in accordance with this user manual installation and maintenance package stipulated on the package may cause severe injury due to electrical shock.
  • Page 10: Technical Data

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 3 Technical Data Basic Parameters Specification Nominal Capacity(Ah) 50AH Nominal Voltage(V) 51.2Vdc Total Energy 2500Wh Usable Energy(90% DOD) 2250Wh Charge Voltage(V) 55.68~56.16Vdc Discharge Voltage(V) 45.6-56.16Vdc Nominal Charge Current(A) MAX. Charge Current(A) Nominal Discharge Current(A) Max. Discharge Current(A) 30A(1.5kw)...
  • Page 11 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Net Weight(Kg) 27Kg Dimension(mm) 400mm*417mm*120mm Certification IEC62619、UN38.3、IEC62040-1、SAA etc. Cycle Life 6000 Cycles @ 80% DOD / 25℃ / 0.5C,60% EOL Note: Operating current derating according to cell voltage and battery temperature. Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 12: Technical Items

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 4 Technical Items Terms Comment Discharge Battery output power for load Charge To put electricity into battery by charger Full charge Battery had been full charged, SOC is 100%. Standby Ready for charging or discharging Shutdown...
  • Page 13 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 14: Product Overview

    5.1 Brief Introduction Product overview AMASS GTX2500 is a battery system with an operating voltage range between 45.6~56.16V. It is utilized in household energy storage applications and works together with a low-voltage inverter to realize the goal of energy storage for the home.
  • Page 15: Interface Introduction

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 What’s more, BMS can balance cells charging to extend cycle life. BMS has protection functions including over-discharge, over-charge, over-current and high/low temperature; the system can automatically manage charge state, discharge state and balance state. Multiple batteries can connected in parallel to expand capacity and power for larger capacity and longer power supporting duration requirements, AMASS GTX2500 support up to 4 parallel operation.
  • Page 16: Start Button

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 5.2.1 Start Button 1、Press start button more than 3s and then release the button, LED will lights from L8 to L1, and then enters to automatic coding, all LED lights flash. After the automatic coding, L1 to L6 shows the normal capacity, and L7/L8 shows the running status: L8: Green, long lighting when charging and flash when discharging.
  • Page 17: Led Indicator Definition

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 5.2.2 LED Indicator Definition L1 to L6: Green, show the battery level. L8: Green, long lighting when charging and flash when discharging. L7: Red, long bright if equipment failure or protected. LED Indicators Instructions Battery Level Indicator...
  • Page 18: Link Port And Automatic Coding Function

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 Discharging Battery Level Indicators Instructions Status Discharge Battery Level Indicator Light 0~17% Light Light 18~33% Light Light Light 34~50% Battery Level Flash 3 (%) Light Light Light Light 51~66% Light Light Light Light Light 67~83% Light...
  • Page 19: Can / Rs485 Port

    3、 If SOC was less than 97% for one consecutive month, BMS controlled PCS by CAN communication to full charge the battery to corrected SOC and fully charged capacity. Note: Through Sofar Solar PCS, customers can set the fully charged time Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 20: Rs232 Port

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 period, which is from 3AM to 6AM by default. 5.2.5 RS232 Port RS232 Communication Terminal(RJ45 port) follow RS232 protocol, for manufacturer or professional engineer to debug or service. Definition Pin 8、Pin 1 Pin 2、Pin 7 RS232_TX Pin 3、Pin 6...
  • Page 21: Extend Lcd Terminal

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 5.2.7 Extend LCD Terminal This interface can be connected to an extended LCD to display the detailed operation status of the battery. Note: External LCD display is an optional accessory. Definition Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 External LCD information reference as follows:...
  • Page 22: Installation Guide

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 6 Installation Guide Check before Prepare Determine the Start installation installation tools installation position Electrical Installation the Moving the battery Connection battery pack PACK Installation flow chart 6.1 Checking Before Installation 6.1.1 Checking Outer Packing Materials Packing materials and components may be damaged during transportation.
  • Page 23: Checking Deliverables

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 6.1.2 Checking Deliverables After unpacking the battery, check whether deliverables are intact and complete. If any damage is found or any component is missed, contact the dealer. The below table shows the components and mechanical parts that should be delivered.
  • Page 24 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 25: Tools

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 6.2 Tools 6.3 Installation requirements 6.3.1 Installation environment requirements • Install the battery in the indoor environment. • Place battery in secure location away from children and animals. • Do not place the battery near any heat sources and avoid sparks.
  • Page 26: Installation Carrier Requirements

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 6.3.2 Installation carrier requirements • The mounting carrier shall have fire resistance. Do not install batteries on flammable buildings. Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 27: Installation Instructions

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 • The mounting carrier surface shall meet the load bearing requirements. 6.4 Installation Instructions 6.4.1 Dimensions Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 28: Installation Step

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 6.4.2 Installation Step Step 1 Install the bracket onto the battery. Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 29 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Step 2 Stack the batteries. Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 30 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Step 3 Connect PE line. The ground wire of the battery system needs to be connected reliably. Connect the grounding of the parallel system first, and then ground it nearby through the connection point of one of the battery packs.
  • Page 31 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Step 4 Connect power line. Power cable terminals: there are two pair of power terminals, each pair with same function. Single module: Any of the terminals of each pair can be used. Parallel system: Master pack: One of the P+ terminals connect to PCS, the other one paralleling to another battery for capacity expanding.
  • Page 32 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 33 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Step 5 Connect communication line. 1、PCS communication cable wiring instructions The CAN communication port of the Master pack is connected to PCS. 2、Parallel communication wiring instructions Link Port In / Link Port Out communication terminal (RJ45 port) is integrated with the signal for automatic coding function.
  • Page 34 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 35 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CAUTION: Please power off the system before cleaning. It is recommended that the AMASS GTX2500 should be cleaned periodically. If the enclosure is dirty, please use a soft,dry brush or a dust collector to remove the dust. Liquids such as solvents, abrasives or corrosive liquids should not be used to clean the enclosure.
  • Page 37: Recharge Requirements When Over Discharged (90%Dod)

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 Recharge conditions when in storage Storage Relative Humidity of Environment Storage Time Storage Environment Temperature Below -10℃ prohibit ≤12 months -10~25℃ 5%~70% 30%≤SOC≤60% ≤6 months 25~35℃ 5%~70% 30%≤SOC≤60% ≤3 months 35~45℃ 5%~70% 30%≤SOC≤60% Above 45℃ prohibit 7.2.2 Recharge Requirements When Over Discharged (90%DOD)
  • Page 38: Compatible Inverter List

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 8 Compatible Inverter List To make sure that the system can operate normally, please choose AMASS GTX2500 compatible inverters. For more details, please refer to the Compatible Inverter List. Compatible Inverter List Compatible Inverter Sofar Solar...
  • Page 39 User manual AMASS GTX2500 Copyright © Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd...
  • Page 40: Common Issues And Solutions

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 9 Common Issues and Solutions 9.1 Common Issues and Solutions User can monitor the running status, warnings and alarms information from the App or LCD display of inverter, or battery extend LCD. 1、Battery cannot turn on, and LED indicator all off Battery deep discharge, need to charge first.
  • Page 41 User manual AMASS GTX2500 -20℃ and 60℃. c) Current: If current is greater than 50A, battery protection will turn on. Solution: If operating current is too large, change the settings on power supply side. d) High Voltage: If battery voltage above 56V or more, battery charge protection will turn on.
  • Page 42: Emergency

    User manual AMASS GTX2500 normal running status; c) Before expand capacity for online battery, please charge or discharge the online battery to 45%-50% SOC; after expand capacity, please full charge the battery system to balance the capacity gap. Make sure the capacity gap no more than 80% before parallel. If capacity gap is large, it will take about 2 cycles to balance the capacity gap.
  • Page 43 User manual AMASS GTX2500 battery pack to a safe area before it catches fire. 3) Leaking Batteries If the battery pack leaks electrolyte, avoid contact with the leaking liquid or gas. If someone is exposed to the leaked substance, immediately perform the actions described below.
  • Page 44 Product Name: Lithium-Ion Storage Battery ADD: 401, Building 4, AnTongDa Industrial Park, District 68,XingDong Community, XinAn Street, BaoAn District, Shenzhen, GuangDong.P.R. China Email: service@sofarsolar.com Tel: 0510-6690 2300 Web: www.sofarsolar.com...

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