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- Page 1 CANBAT TECHNOLOGIES INC. Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) USER MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Equipment LiFePO4 Battery Basics Battery Installation Wire Gauge Table Battery Storage Battery Discharging Battery Charging BMS Operations Battery Recycling... - Page 3 CANBAT LITHIUM BATTERY USER MANUAL This user manual was created by Canbat Technologies Inc. and contains important information relating to the proper care and maintenance of your lithium battery. This manual only applies to Canbat lithium battery products. It does not apply to other lithium batteries or chemistries.
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Page 4: Safety
It does not apply to other lithium battery brands. 1. SAFETY Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are safe to use indoors and outdoors. However, as with any electronics, safety measures must always be taken. Please follow the instructions within this user manual for safe handling and operation of your Canbat lithium batteries. -
Page 5: Equipment
3. LiFePO4 BATTERY BASICS 3.1. Basic Construction Canbat LiFePO4 battery packs include two main components: 1. Grade A individual cells assembled inside an ABS plastic or a steel case. Depending on the battery’s model, the cells are either cylinder or prismatic. -
Page 6: Battery Installation
4. BATTERY INSTALLATION 4.1. Battery Connections To maximize battery performance and ensure safe operation of your battery, use the appropriate cable size and tighten connections using the proper torque value. It is recommended to use a washer. Canbat lithium batteries include free bolts and washers. - Page 7 16 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 12 AWG 16 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 5-10 14 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 10-15 6 AWG...
- Page 8 150A. Canbat 12V, 24V and 36V LiFePO4 batteries support parallel connections of up to 4 units. Canbat 48V LiFePO4 batteries support up to 14 to 20 units in parallel, depending on the model of the battery. Always refer to the battery’s data sheet of your specific battery model.
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Page 9: Battery Storage
It is highly recommended to store lithium batteries indoor during the off season. LiFePO4 batteries have a low self-discharge rate of 2% a month. This means that when a lithium battery is stored, it’ll lose 2% of its charge capacity every month. In order to prevent a higher rate of discharge, we recommend disconnecting all power draw from your batteries. -
Page 10: Battery Discharging
LiFePO4 batteries generate a fraction of the heat of other lithium chemistries when discharging, making them very safe. LiFePO4 batteries can safely discharge between -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F). All Canbat LiFePO4 come with a BMS that protects the battery from low and high temperatures. If the BMS disconnects due to low temperature, the battery must warm up for the BMS to reconnect. -
Page 11: Battery Charging
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). -
Page 12: Bms Operations
BMS and recharge the battery. This is because a lead- acid battery charger requires a voltage reading to start charging. A LiFePO4 battery charger is required to reconnect the BMS, as it is designed to charge at 0V. This is why it’s always recommended to use a charger designed for LiFePO4 batteries. -
Page 13: Battery Recycling
9. BATTERY RECYCLING Terminals must be covered with a protective cap or non-conductive tape prior to battery disposal to a lithium recycler. Dispose of LiFePO4 batteries at an authorized lithium recycling facility or send it to Canbat and we will recycle it for free. - Page 14 Canbat Technologies Inc. provides customers with the highest quality and safest lithium iron phosphate battery products. All rights reserved. Canbat Technologies Inc. is not liable for damages that may result from any information provided in or omitted from this publication, under any circumstances. Failure to follow Canbat installation guidelines may invalidate the warranty. Canbat...