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- Page 1 OPERATOR AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR THE 24VDC LI EXPANDER PAK 1300 P/N 21-0202316 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. Version 1.0 Updated: 20200611 June 2020 Solar Stik® Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
External Features ..........15 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Inter-Connect Cable ......15 Data Plate (D-Plate) . - Page 3 Figure 7. Connecting and stacking multiple Expander Paks ..................17 Figure 6. Connecting Inter-Connect Cable to Expander Pak ..................17 Figure 8. Connecting Expander Paks to Solar Stik power management ..............18 Figure 9. 24VDC Li Battery Maintainer with Inter-Connect Plug ..................18 List of Tables Table 1.
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Page 4: General Information, Principles Of Operation, And Equipment Description Energy Storage Modules - An Introduction
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual GENERAL INFORMATION, PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION, AND EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Energy Storage Modules - An Introduction Energy Storage Modules (ESMs or “batteries”) serve as the foundation for every Hybrid Power System (HPS). When ESMs are employed in a power system, they can serve many different functions: •... -
Page 5: Important Product Safety Information And Instructions
Since the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of operation, use, and maintenance of this product are beyond the control of Solar Stik, this company does not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss, damage, or expense—whether direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental—arising out of or anyway connected with such operation, use, or maintenance. -
Page 6: Fire Hazard
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Fire Hazard Fire Types Class A fire - Fires in ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, trash, and plastics. Class B fire - Fires in flammable liquids such as gasoline, petroleum, oil, and paint. -
Page 7: Electric Shock Hazard
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Electric Shock Hazard WARNING Standing water around the electrical equipment and/or intrusion of water into the System components can increase the risk of electrical shock. DON’T LET THIS BE YOU! HIGH VOLTAGE: System components, photovoltaic (PV) arrays, and generators may produce lethal line voltages. -
Page 8: Environmental And Handling Precautions
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Environmental and Handling Precautions Water Place the Expander Pak 1300 flat on an elevated surface to prevent water intrusion or submersion during outdoor operation and/or storage. Impact The Expander Pak should not be dropped... -
Page 9: Principles Of Operation - The Expander Pak
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION – THE EXPANDER PAK The Expander Pak is designed as a modular, scalable energy storage module (ESM) for service in any stand-alone power platform. Insertion of an Expander Pak into a circuit will allow the operator to “expand”... -
Page 10: The Inter-Connect System
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual The Inter-Connect System The System is comprised of three (3) distinct types of technologies: • Energy storage • Power management • Power generation All of the individual components that operate in these categories utilize a unique connection architecture known as the Inter-Connect Circuit. -
Page 11: 24Vdc Linear Inter-Connect Cable
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual 24VDC Linear Inter-Connect Cable Inter-Connect Cables for use with the Li Expander Pak 1300 have two types of plugs: straight and angled. The straight plug connects to the Expander Pak 1300 to facilitate stacking (Figure 1). -
Page 12: Optimizing The Battery Configuration
A hybrid power system will function most efficiently when proper balance is achieved within the System’s architecture (Energy Storage, Power Management, and Power Generation). The foundational component in the Solar Stik System architecture is the battery (Expander Pak). Generally, the amount of energy storage (battery capacity) required for any System will be directly proportional to the amount of load and power generation that is required for 1-2 battery cycles per day;... -
Page 13: Scaling Methods
Use Inter-Connect Strips and Inter-Connect Cables to create an “bank” of Li Expander Paks (Figure 2). If a Solar Stik System needs to be downsized, due to either reductions in the load or simply to reallocate energy storage resources to other locations, then Li Expander Paks can be removed from service in accordance with reductions in runtime requirements. -
Page 14: Keys To Expander Pak Performance
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Keys to Expander Pak Performance • All Expander Paks should be connected into “one” common bank. • All Expander Paks comprising a battery bank should be the same chemistry. • All Expander Paks operating in a bank should be close in health (age, cycles, capacity). -
Page 15: Equipment Description
External Features • Inter-Connect Port: Point of connection with the system 24 VDC bus, Inter-Connect network • Stacking Locks: Provide stability and alignment for stacked Expander Paks • Tech Port: Contact Solar Stik Technical Support for information. Stacking Locks (x4) -
Page 16: Data Plate (D-Plate)
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Data Plate (D-Plate) Figure 5. 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 D-Plate June 2020 Solar Stik® Inc. -
Page 17: Operator Instructions
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS The 24VDC Expander Pak 1300 normal operating voltage ranges from 21.0 VDC to 29.0 VDC. Prior to operating the Expander Pak for the first time, charge it fully. Recharge it with a PRO-Verter, Power Hub, or an external charging source, such as a battery charger, until the battery reaches 100% SOC. -
Page 18: Connect Expander Paks To Power Management
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Connect Expander Paks to Power Management Expander Pak–specific ports on Solar Stik power management components are labeled. Individual Expander Paks or a bank of Expander Paks can be connected to these ports. Expander Pak–specific ports are metered and can be used to measure the amount of energy flowing into and out of the bank of Expander Paks. -
Page 19: Maintenance Instructions
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Expander Pak Storage There is a simple rule to remember about maintaining the Expander batteries: Never store an Expander Pak in a discharged state! Charge the Expander Pak fully before placing it in storage. -
Page 20: In-Storage Preventive Maintenance Checks And Services
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual In-storage Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services Failure to follow these instructions may result in permanent equipment failure and/or personal injury Required Tools Solar Stik PRO-Verter or LiFePO battery maintenance charger. Table 1. In-storage Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services... -
Page 21: Li Expander Pak Transport
The 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 is protected against accidental activation. • Net Weight Limit The net weight of the lithium batteries in the 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 is 17.3 kg and is below the maximum of 35 kg net weight limit. -
Page 22: Disposal - Lifepo 4 Battery
If an HWSA or DRMO is not available or does not accept the Li Expander Pak, contact the servicing environmental compliance organization. Solar Stik is also able to handle disposal of the Li Expander Pak at a cost to the customer. -
Page 23: Technical Specifications
24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Technical Specifications General Connections Battery Chemistry 24 VDC lithium iron phosphate Input(s)/Output(s) 24 VDC Inter-Connect** Nominal Operating Voltage Range 24 VDC to 28.8 VDC **Deltran 224-0061-BK Environmental Capacity* 1.38 kWh (54 Ah) Max Discharge*... -
Page 24: Addendum - Understanding Li Expander Paks
LiFePO Batteries and the Battery Management System (BMS) This section provides information about the individual battery cells that are integrated into Solar Stik Li Expander Paks and the multi-functional BMS that maintains them. Additionally, safeguards to prevent failure are discussed. - Page 25 2.5 V can cause the entire battery module to stop working. All Solar Stik Li Expander Pak batteries have a BMS that consists of protection and cell maintenance circuits: •...
- Page 26 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual • The cell maintenance circuit manages the cell voltages, and actively balances voltages across the cells as the battery cycles. It calculates for parity across all eight (8) Super Cells, ensuring long operational life.
- Page 27 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual If the BMS has disconnected the battery terminals from service due to low SOC, it will continuously scan the terminals to see when charging voltage is being applied so it can reconnect the battery into service.
- Page 28 24VDC Li Expander Pak 1300 Operator Manual Self-Discharge LiFePO has a higher self-discharge than other Li-ion batteries, which is exacerbated in high temperatures. Bricking a LiFePO Battery As soon as the BMS senses the cell voltage is too low to discharge further, time is of the essence to place the batteries on charge.
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Page 29: About Solar Stik, Inc
• Solar Stik New Equipment Training (on site) teaches Hybrid System configuration options with hands-on deployment of actual systems to enhance student understanding. Solar Stik Training Courses are tailored to the specific needs of the students. To schedule Solar Stik Training or to learn more about the curriculum, please contact us.
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