Introduction; System Introduction; Safety Introduction - Alpha ESS SMILE5 Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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INTRODUCTION

1.1 System Introduction

AlphaESS SMILE5 (incl. SMILE5-BAT and SMILE-INV) can be applied in DC-coupled
systems (mostly new installation), AC-coupled systems (mostly retrofit) and
Hybrid-coupled systems (mostly retrofit, and PV capacity-increase), as the following
schemes show:
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LAN & WiFi
Monitoring Alpha
Device Cloud
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Figure 1 DC-coupled Storage System – Scheme
PV PV Inverter PV Meter
LAN & WiFi
Monitoring Alpha
Device Cloud
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Figure 2 AC-coupled Storage System – Scheme
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Grid Meter Grid
Normal Loads
Critical Loads
SMILE5
Grid Meter Grid
Normal Loads
Critical Loads
SMILE5
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PV PV Inverter PV Meter
PV
LAN & WiFi
Monitoring Alpha
Device Cloud
APP
Figure 3 Hybrid-coupled Storage System – Scheme
CAUTION:
For the AC-/ Hybrid-coupled system, unlike DC, two power meters are to be mounted. SMILE5
cannot be used in pure off-grid systems!

1.2 Safety Introduction

1.2.1 Manual Keeping
This manual contains important information about operating the system. Before
operating, please read it very carefully.
The system should be operated in strict accordance with the description in the manual,
otherwise it can cause damages or loss to equipment, personnel and property.
This manual should be kept carefully for maintenance and reparation.
1.2.2 Operator Requirements
The operators should get a professional qualification, or trained.
The operators should be familiar with the whole storage system, including compositions
and working principles of the system.
The operators should be familiar with the Product Instruction.
While maintaining, the maintainer is not allowed to operate any equipment until all the
equipment has been turned off and fully discharged.
1.2.3 Protection of Warning Sign
The warning signs contain important information for the system to operate safely, and it
is strictly prohibited to torn or damage them. Ensure that the warning signs are always
read-able and correct placed. The signs must be replaced immediately when damaged.
Grid Meter Grid
Normal Loads
Critical Loads
SMILE5
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