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RedEarth CopperHead Installation Manual

Integrated battery system on and off-grid three phase model
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INTEGRATED BATTERY SYSTEM—ON AND OFF-GRID
Three Phase Model

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  • Page 1 CopperHead INTEGRATED BATTERY SYSTEM—ON AND OFF-GRID Three Phase Model...
  • Page 2 RedEarth operates with the belief that electricity will be the primary energy source in the future, and that every business and residence can generate more clean, green electricity than it can consume – meaning they can financially capitalise on their excess solar energy.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical Specifications—Selectronic SP Pro SPMC482 ......................28 Technical Specifications—Fronius Symo PV inverters ......................29 Technical Specifications—Battery Specifications ........................30 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 4: Safety

    AS/NZS 5139:2019 equipment The CopperHead must only be installed by suitably qualified personnel who have read and are familiar with its operation and hazards. The battery provided with this system must be charged only by the Selectronics inverter. Do not attempt to charge the batteries with any other charger device or connect any devices directly to the DC battery bus unless approved by RedEarth.

  • Page 5: Overview

    (either 2-wire auto start or manual start), or the grid for grid-connected systems. The CopperHead is designed to be installed outside in a shaded area. It has an IP54 rating and Is fitted with two replaceable air- conditioners for hotter climates. A changeover switch is included in case there is a problem with the system. In this case the loads are run solely off a generator (or the grid) until the system is operational again.

  • Page 6: Dimensions And Clearance/Positioning Information

    211cm H x 380cm W x 250cm D This allows for opening of doors and easy install/removal of batteries. RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 7: Copperhead System Overview

    CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 CopperHead system overview This is an overview of the front and rear sections of the CopperHead. The front section contains the inverters, DC Breakers, AC switch gear, communications, and has 4 x key-lockable doors.
  • Page 8 Each battery has a capacity of 4.1kWh. An optional 15kW CopperHead is available (3x5kW inverters) can be provided with a minimum of 9 up to 33 batteries (4.1kWh per battery), which provides from 36.9kWh to 135.3kWh nominal capacity.
  • Page 9 Selectronics SP PRO user manual.  Fronius inverter manual.  Air-conditioner manual.  Battery SDS.  Warranty Information. RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 10: Installation-Eight Steps For Installation

    Step 1. Transporting the CopperHead The CopperHead system is supplied strapped down to a pallet. It is fully ready to run, just requiring the batteries to be installed. The system weighs around 1010 kg without batteries. The system Is designed to be lifted by a forklift. It does not Include lifting eyes.

  • Page 11: Step 2. Positioning The Copperhead

    Ensure the air vents on the doors are kept clear at all times. IMPORTANT: Before positioning the CopperHead, be sure that there is an available area of 1700 x 3800 x 2500 (H x W x D). This will allow a minimum of 90⁰ open door angle as well as walkway clearance.

  • Page 12: Step 4. Electrical Connections

    OFF. With the CopperHead in place, rotate the handles on the doors counter clockwise to open the doors. Remove the Control covers by unscrewing all identified screws shown in the picture. By doing this, you will have access to all AC and DC, wire connection terminals and the “Comm’s Area”.
  • Page 13 The CopperHead contains a 12volt trickle charger to keep the generator's starter battery charged as well as a 2-wire AutoStart feature. There are four terminals in the Comms area of the CopperHead. These terminals are shown in the Image at right and can be identified as, ...

  • Page 14: Dc Connections

    The solar PV inverters are all attached external to the system. The AC cables, as well as the communication cable are brought into the CopperHead through the 25, or 32mm holes on the left-hand side of the unit using the supplied plain to screwed adapters, or through the plate on the bottom left-hand side of the CopperHead (as shown in 'Positioning the CopperHead').

  • Page 15: Communications

    Cat5/6 cable through one of the holes in the side of the CopperHead and connecting it to the LAN terminal on the RUT240 device as shown here. RedEarth can also assist in obtaining a Starlink satellite internet connection.

  • Page 16: Step 5: Turn On And Shutdown Procedure

    The following shutdown procedure should be followed. This procedure is also displayed on a sticker placed between the inverters. NOTE: power-up shutdown procedures are the same, only in the reverse RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 17: Step 6: Commissioning

    Step Two Open the program “Selectronic SP Link”. The following page will appear: Step Three RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 18 The program will request you to “Save Site” before proceeding. Fill in a site name and then click “Save Site”. RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 19 SP Pro. NOTE: In case of a factory reset on the parameters, the installer may contact RedEarth Energy Storage and by providing the CopperHead’s serial number (on the QR code sticker) request the configuration file.

  • Page 20: Step 7: Monitoring Via Redearth's Emu App And Select.live

    The system is correctly earthed, either via the customer’s local earth or through a locally installed earth stake.  If a 2-wire auto-start generator is connected, ensure that it can be started by the CopperHead. Also ensure the supplied Victron battery charger is connected to the generator starter battery.

  • Page 21: Air-Conditioning

    Air-conditioning Your CopperHead is fitted with two air-conditioning units on the left and right-side doors to ensure that it is running at optimal temperature which reduces the risk of overheating and premature failure, meaning that just like the serpent it is named after, it will continue to operate where most others would perish.

  • Page 22: Eight Steps To Remove/Replace A Failed Unit

    In the event that the air-conditioning unit fails, it has been designed to be easily replaced as outlined below: 1. Cut the cable ties that attach the cable to the roof inside the CopperHead. 2. Unplug the cable from the power point.
  • Page 23 Services and Options Available for the CopperHead As a RedEarth CopperHead system owner you have the choice of joining our customer community. You just need to register your contact details with RedEarth. You can receive regular relevant communications from RedEarth.
  • Page 24 CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 25 CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 Appendix A Single Line Diagram—Three Phase Power RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 26: Single Line Diagram-Three Phase Communications

    CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 Single Line Diagram—Three Phase Communications RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 27 -25⁰C … +40⁰C Maximum Altitude 1500m Overvoltage Category III (GENERATOR), II (PV)(BATTERY) Decisive Voltage Class DVC-C RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 28: Technical Specifications-Selectronic Sp Pro Spmc482

    CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 Technical Specifications—Selectronic SP Pro SPMC482 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 29: Technical Specifications-Fronius Symo Pv Inverters

    CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 Technical Specifications—Fronius Symo PV inverters RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

  • Page 30: Technical Specifications-Battery Specifications

    3.6 kA 4.8 kA 6.0 kA 10.8 kA 12.0 kA 13.2 kA UN Number 3481 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 31 CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...
  • Page 32 CopperHead | Installation Manual Jan 2023 RedEarth Energy Storage For sales enquiries contact sales@redearth.energy For technical support: support@redearth.energy 15 Fienta Place, Darra BRISBANE QLD 4076 | 1800 733 637 | www.redearth.energy...

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