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- Page 1 Phocos Any-Cell™ series LFP Energy Storage System ESS-L-5kWh-48V User and Installation Manual English For further languages see Für weitere Sprachen siehe Pour autres langues voir Para otros idiomas ver 对于其他语言请参阅 www.phocos.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
System Startup with Any-Grid ..........................24 Safety Shutoff Feature.............................. 25 Troubleshooting ........................... 26 Any-Cell Warnings ..............................26 General Issues ................................26 Specifications ..........................27 10.0 Warranty ............................28 10.1 Conditions ..................................28 10.2 Liability Exclusion ..............................28 www.phocos.com P a g e... -
Page 3: Abbreviations
L. Read and save this manual for future reference. This manual describes how to install the Phocos Any-Cell Energy Storage System LFP Series (ESS-L). Read this manual before you attempt to install the product and follow the instructions throughout the installation process. If you are uncertain about any of the requirements, recommendations, or safety procedures described in this manual, contact Phocos for advice and clarification. -
Page 4: Response To Emergency Situations
Do not use cleaning solvents to clean the Any-Cell ESS-L. 3.1 Response to emergency situations The Phocos Any-Cell ESS-L comprises multiple cells that are designed to prevent hazards resulting from failures. However, Phocos cannot guarantee their absolute safety. Leaking batteries WARNING: If the Any-Cell ESS-L leaks electrolyte, avoid contact with the leaking liquid or gas. -
Page 5: Regulatory Information
If the Any-Cell ESS-L is wet or submerged in water, do not try to access it. First contact the local AHJ for advice on how to proceed. If the battery has been recovered, and cleared by the AHJ, please reach out to your distributor or Phocos for technical assistance. -
Page 6: Product Overview
Product Overview The Phocos Any-Cell™ ESS-L LFP Series (ESS-L) is a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery product with an integrated BMS (Battery Management System). The Any-Cell ESS-L is shipped with features including CAN communication, undervoltage, over-voltage, over-current, over-temperature, and under-temperature protection functions. -
Page 7: Outline And Dimensions
The wiring port of the Any-Cell ESS-L is accessed by removing the x4 T15 screws holding the terminal cover plate and lifting the cover plate from the unit. Please see the following pictures for details. www.phocos.com P a g e... - Page 8 Positive terminals of battery ⑥⑦ Battery- Negative terminals of battery ⑧⑨ CAN1 ports For battery-to-battery communication when in parallel ⑩ CAN2 ports For battery to Any-Bridge communication Remote port To enable installation of a remote BMS power switch www.phocos.com P a g e...
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Page 9: Can Communication Interface Pinout (Can1 & Can2)
CANbus node. The same applies to the two CAN2 ports. Figure 1.3: CAN interface pinout ①②③ Pin Number Name ④ ⑤ CANH ⑥⑦⑧ CANL No grounded shield connection is required for proper communication for local cable runs. www.phocos.com P a g e... -
Page 10: Led Indicators
25% capacity indicator Green light, solid: >25% SOC Warning indicator Yellow light, solid: Normal Yellow light, blinking: Warning The warning indicator will blink when the Any-Cell BMS has encountered an error. See section 8 Troubleshooting for details. www.phocos.com P a g e... -
Page 11: Installation
Cut the packing tape, open the carton, and remove the EPE foam. Figure 2.1: Any-Cell ESS-L carton packaging Pull out the Any Cell ESS-L. Remove the Cardboard, PE bag, carton, and EPE Foam. Figure 2.2: Any-Cell ESS-L www.phocos.com 10 | P a g e... -
Page 12: Packing List
6.2 Packing List The following table lists the quantity of each item included with the purchase of a Phocos Any-Cell ESS-L. If anything is damaged or missing, please contact Phocos or your distributor. Item Name Purpose Qty (pcs) Phocos Any-Cell ESS-L... - Page 13 Figure 3.3: Rack Mount Bracket Figure 3.4: Wall Mounting Rail (left side) www.phocos.com 12 | P a g e...
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Page 14: Installation Materials
M6 bolt, at a maximum of 10ft round trip length (5ft per terminal) per Any-Cell. See 6.7 Wiring Specification and 6.10 Battery Terminal Connections for more details. Always check with your local Authority Having Jurisdiction so you can most accurately comply with local regulation and wire www.phocos.com 13 | P a g e... -
Page 15: Installation Location
The optimal temperature range for the Any-Cell ESS-L is 15 °C to 30 °C. Frequent exposure to harsh temperatures may affect the performance and lifetime of the Any- Cell ESS-L. www.phocos.com 14 | P a g e... -
Page 16: Installation Options
Attach the side support bracket to one side of the Any-Cell using x3 M6 Phillips Hex screws. Front View Rear View Bottom view of Wall Mounting Bracket Side view of one wall mounting bracket with Side Support Bracket Figure 4.1: Illustration of wall mount installation www.phocos.com 15 | P a g e... - Page 17 (not pictured below). Telecom rack screws are not provided. Use the hardware included with your telecom rack. Figure 4.2: Illustration of Any-Cell ESS-L unit installed in a standard telecom rack using supplied Rack Mount Bracket Figure 4.3: Illustration of Any-Cell ESS-L with included Rack Mount Brackets www.phocos.com 16 | P a g e...
- Page 18 Any-Cell on the floor of a basement where flooding may be common. If using a mobile floor mount or rack with casters, always provide a locking/immobilization method for when the Any-Cell(s) is connected and in use. Phocos cannot be held liable for damage to the Any-Cell based on location or method of mounting, or in the event of major flooding.
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Page 19: Communications Connections
BMS is powered OFF (button out, no lights on). Additionally, ensure the Any-Grid is de- energized and disconnected from all other power sources (Grid and PV). Electrical installation should only be performed by a qualified electrical technician. www.phocos.com 18 | P a g e... -
Page 20: Wiring Specification
“PhocosLink Mobile” App from the Google Play™ store or Apple’s App Store® with an Android™ or iOS device, respectively. The Any-Cell will not communicate with the Any-Grid without an accompanying Any-Bridge. Please contact Phocos or your distributor if you experience difficulties setting up your Wi-Fi or BLE connection. -
Page 21: Connecting A Single Any-Cell To An Any-Grid
Any-Cell CAN2 is connected to the Any-Bridge CAN port with a communication cable. No connections to CAN1 are necessary when using a single Any-Cell unit. Notice that the CAN2 DIP switch #2 is set to ON. To Any-Bridge CAN port Figure 3.2: CAN communication wiring, single Any-Cell www.phocos.com 20 | P a g e... -
Page 22: Connecting Multiple Any-Cells To An Any-Grid
Cell have CAN1 DIP switch #2 set to ON, and only the last Any-Cell has the CAN2 DIP switch #2 set to ON. To Any-Bridge CAN port Unit 2 Unit 1 Figure 4.2: CAN communication wiring, multiple Any-Cells www.phocos.com 21 | P a g e... -
Page 23: Battery Terminal Connections
The battery terminal connections should be torqued to 4.4-5.2 Nm / 3.3-3.8 lb-ft using either an insulated #3 Phillips head screwdriver or 10mm socket wrench. Failure to properly torque battery terminal connections could result in increased contact resistance (under-torque), or damaged terminals (over-torque), and will void the warranty. www.phocos.com 22 | P a g e... -
Page 24: Operation
(See 6.7 Wiring Specification for details). Reinstall the remote port connector within the Remote port. When the remote switch is closed, the Any-Cell ESS-L will power up within 25 seconds. ① Figure 3: Remote port ① Number Name Remote port www.phocos.com 23 | P a g e... -
Page 25: System Startup With Any-Grid
Choose “Any-Cell” as your battery type and send this to the AB-PLC-CAN. Press the BMS power button(s) as you did in Step 1 of the Battery Test above. The Any-Cell relay(s) will close, indicated by an audible “click.” www.phocos.com 24 | P a g e... -
Page 26: Safety Shutoff Feature
You may now switch back on AC loads. Contact your installer, distributor, or Phocos if you are unable to complete any of the steps above. 7.4 Safety Shutoff Feature If communication between the Any-Cell and the Any-Bridge is lost for more than 5 minutes, the BMS will enter a safety shutoff mode, preventing any discharging or charging of the battery. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
(See 7.4 Safety Shutoff Feature), double check that all communication cables between the Any-Cell(s), Any-Bridge, and Any-Grid are connected, and that the Any-Bridge is ON and seen in the PhocosLink Mobile app. If the problem persists, please contact your distributor or Phocos. www.phocos.com... -
Page 28: Specifications
UL 1642, UL1973, IEC 62619, UN38.3, CE, RoHS Warranty 10 years*** *Total capacity assumes a full charge cycle for properly balanced cells. **IP20 applies when wall mounted, IP54 applies when rack mounted. ***Per Phocos warranty conditions. See 10.1 Conditions below. www.phocos.com 27 | P a g e... -
Page 29: Warranty
A limited warranty is provided for the Any-Cell ESS-L covering quality defects and performance under qualifying conditions including type and length of operation. Details of our warranty conditions can be found at www.phocos.com. 10.2 Liability Exclusion The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages, especially on the battery, caused by use other than as intended or as mentioned in this manual or if the recommendations of the battery manufacturer are neglected.
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