Fortress Power eVault Max Disassembly

Fortress Power eVault Max Disassembly

18.5 battery modules

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eVault Max 18.5 BATTERY MODULES DISASSEMBLY
Contents
1 - INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
2 - eVault MAX GENERAL DISASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................... 2
3 - eVault MAX BATTERY MODULE DISASSEMBLY .................................................................................................... 2
3A - DISCONNECTING THE POWER LEADS AND BUS BARS .................................................................................. 2
3B - REMOVING THE BATTERY MODULES .............................................................................................................. 3
4 - eVault MAX BATTERY MODULE RE_ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................... 3
4A - REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULES ............................................................................................................. 3
4B -CONNECTING THE POWER LEADS AND BUS BARS......................................................................................... 4
5 - FURTHER HELP ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
APPENDIX A ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
APPENDIX B ............................................................................................................................................................... 9
APPENDIX C ..............................................................................................................................................................13

1 - INTRODUCTION

This guide will help with the disassembly and reassembly of the eVault Max battery to allow moving the battery
modules separately from the frame and electronics. We will be handling charged large battery modules that
can discharge over 1,000 Amps if shorted, this can be fatal. Only certified installers should perform this task.
Any damage that occurs during this is not covered by Fortress power and may void the warranty. Please
follow the installation guide prior to following any step listed here verifying the batteries operation-----make sure
you understand the proper installation before attempting to open and troubleshoot the eVault Max. Always
read the warning notices on the installation manual and take all necessary safety precautions when
dealing with 48V batteries.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    APPENDIX C ................................13 1 – INTRODUCTION This guide will help with the disassembly and reassembly of the eVault Max battery to allow moving the battery modules separately from the frame and electronics. We will be handling charged large battery modules that can discharge over 1,000 Amps if shorted, this can be fatal.
  • Page 2: Evault Max General Disassembly

    Rev. 1.0 2 – eVault MAX GENERAL DISASSEMBLY Please refer to the following steps when disassembling the eVault Max: 1) Remove the eight (8) screws that attach the front metal cover (Appendix A-1) 2) Slowly slide off the front cover as far as the LCD wires will allow—be careful not to pull too far and...
  • Page 3: Removing The Battery Modules

    (do not place on sides or top). 6) Repeat Battery Module removal of 2 then repeat for Battery Module 3 then Battery Module 4 4 – eVault MAX BATTERY MODULE RE-ASSEMBLY 4A – REPLACING THE BATTERY MODULES Before removing the battery modules organize your workspace because each module weighs over 50 pounds and should not be dropped and needs to be placed right side up on a solid clean surface.
  • Page 4: Connecting The Power Leads And Bus Bars

    The battery is charged and can delivery over 1000 Amps if shorted. TAKE EXTREME CAUTION when working with power distribution inside the eVault MAX to protect from shorting during reassembly. 1) The standard color designation is BLACK for NEGATIVE (--) and RED for POSITIVE (+) a.
  • Page 5: Appendix

    Rev. 1.0 APPENDIX APPENDIX A Appendix A-1 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 6 Rev. 1.0 Appendix A-2 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 7 Rev. 1.0 Appendix A-3 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 8 Rev. 1.0 Appendix A-4 BMS POWER COM-1 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 9 Rev. 1.0 APPENDIX B Appendix B-1 Back Frame Bars Battery Module Bus Bars 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 10 Rev. 1.0 Appendix B-2 NEGATIVE Protect Power Lugs with Tape 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 11 Rev. 1.0 Appendix B-3 Protect Power Lugs with Tape 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 12 Rev. 1.0 Appendix B-4 Battery Module Sampling Cables 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 13 Rev. 1.0 APPENDIX C Appendix C-1 Battery Module 13mm Mounting Bolts (3 per module) 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 14 Rev. 1.0 51 to 56 Volts Black Battery Cable lugs to Red Battery Cable lugs Appendix C-2 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...
  • Page 15 Rev. 1.0 13 Volts Battery Module Terminal to Terminal Appendix C-3 505 Keystone Rd, Southampton, PA 18966, USA (877) 497 6937 sales@fortresspower.com www.fortresspower.com...

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