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RedEarth BlackMax Installation And Operation Manual

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Installation and Operation Manual
BlackMax
Off-grid and on-grid battery system
The first Australian-made off-grid
battery energy storage system
approved by the Clean Energy Council,
now with new and improved features.

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual BlackMax Off-grid and on-grid battery system The first Australian-made off-grid battery energy storage system approved by the Clean Energy Council, now with new and improved features.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    AS/NZS 5139:2019 conversion equipment The BlackMax must only be installed by suitably qualified personnel who have read and are familiar with its operation and hazards. The BlackMax must only be installed by suitably qualified personnel who have read and are familiar with its operation and hazards.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Step 6. Monitoring the BlackMax ...................................... 24 Step 7. Finalising installation and customer handover ............................. 26 FAQs and Trouble shooting ........................................28 Services and options available for the BlackMax ................................29 Appendix A............................................... 30 Single Line Diagram: Power ......................................... 30 Single Line Diagram: Communications ....................................

  • Page 4: Overview

    Note that to use the full power available from the inverter at least 2 Troppo batteries are required. The BlackMax system is designed to be installed either inside or outside, ideally in a shaded area. All switchgear required for installation is built in. No need to screw switches to the wall.

  • Page 5: Dimensions

    Inside layout The BlackMax is divided internally into four main areas, The AC electrical switchgear, the DC electrical switchgear, the inverter, and the battery area.

  • Page 6: Blackmax Components

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual BlackMax Components The main components of the BlackMax includes the hybrid inverter one, two or three lithium Troppo batteries and the pre-wired enclosure containing all the other electrical components as shown in the picture below.

  • Page 7: Parts Kit

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Parts kit The BlackMax system is supplied with a parts kit containing all the addition items needed to complete the installation. Complete BlackMax PowerStation kit (option) RedEarth also provides a convenient BlackMax PowerStation kit. This includes the BlackMax on a small pallet and the solar panels as well as all mounting equipment for a typical tin roof on a second pallet as shown.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Step 1. Transporting the BlackMax The BlackMax system is supplied on a pallet in one of two configurations (just the BlackMax on a small pallet or as a complete PowerStation kit on a larger pallet) as shown below. The BlackMax weighs 203 kg (with 3 batteries installed). Each battery weighs 43kg.

  • Page 9: Step 2. Positioning The Blackmax

    Cooling air flow passes up through the vents in the base of the system and then out the fan located on the top left-hand side of the unit. Do not block the air vents as the system may overheat and shutdown. If the BlackMax does shutdown because of overheating, it will automatically restart once it cools down again.
  • Page 10 As the temperature increases the Ioc Increases which is why the highest temperature is important for Ioc calculations. The Isc rating of the BlackMax Is 19.5A per MPPT. In Australia the Isc rating is decreased by 1.25x to get the usable Isc. This means a maximum of 19.5/1.25 = 15.6 Amps Is allowed according to the Australian standards.

  • Page 11: Step 4. Electrical Connections

    4.1 Overview of the connection layout To access the full 6kVA power of the BlackMax the load needs to be hard wired to terminals inside the unit, usually via an external switchboard. The two power points are rated at 15A (3.6kW) and 10 amps (max. 2.4kW).
  • Page 12 BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Removing or Installing a TROPPO: ATTENTION If the battery polarity is connected incorrectly, it will damage the BlackMax system. Page 12 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

  • Page 13: Load Connection

    4.5 AC source connection There are several options for connecting AC sources to the BlackMax. A unique feature of the BlackMax is that the generator input port is very versatile and can also be factory configured to act as an AC output port.
  • Page 14 "grid-tied" inverters. 4.5.4 Smart load output connection Don't have a generator or an AC coupled source? Don't fret, we can customise this port to add more value to your BlackMax System. The generator input terminals can also be configured to act as a controlled AC output. It could be used to run an air-conditioner and be switched off once the battery reaches a pre-set state-of-charge.

  • Page 15: Flashing Light Connection (Or Generator Auto-Start Connection-Optional)

    Remote monitoring allows the BlackMax to be monitored from anywhere using RedEarth's EMU app. Note that it requires mobile phone coverage to work . Another internet source can be used, e.g., local WiFi from Starlink, which RedEarth can assist with. 4G can be used if you join Optimum via the RedEarth EMU app.

  • Page 16: Step 5. Commissioning The Blackmax

    Once the inverter has started up fully the INVERTER USAGE METER (AC) display on the left side of the unit will turn on showing the AC voltage that the BlackMax is producing together with the current and Watts going to the load. (either via the GPOs or a...

  • Page 17: Shutdown Procedure

    SYSTEM D.C. breaker is already off. However, it is recommended to turn them off for long term storage (up to 6 months). Tip: If the BlackMax is put into storage, after 6 months the system should be restarted to recharge the batteries (e.g., via a generator).
  • Page 18 If for any reason your inverter has been reset, or you have accidentally changed settings and wish to return them to the RedEarth Default you can do so by entering the following settings for each section. Page 18 of 36...
  • Page 19 BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Adjusting Generator Charge Rate To adjust the generator limit you must adjust two parameters. 1. Adjust the Power in section "Time 1", this will adjust how much the generator can be used to feed any loads if the battery is full.
  • Page 20 Enabling this setting allows you to adjust the level of export to the grid when the batteries are full from the renewable AC Source. NOTE : Changes to the BlackMax settings must be done by a trained/qualified person. If in doubt, contact RedEarth Support Page 20 of 36...

  • Page 21: Blackmax Fault Codes

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual BlackMax Fault Codes Solutions Error code Description When inverter is in Split phase(120/240Vac) or three-phase system (120/208Vac) system, the backup load port N line GFDI _Relay_Failure needs to connect ground; If the fault still exists, please contact us for help.

  • Page 22: Victron Bmv Setup - State-Of-Charge Measurement

    The procedure to change the Battery capacity is most easily done by using the VictronConnect App. The table shows the settings to apply for the BlackMax. Review the Victron BMV manual provided in the Parts kit for additional details.

  • Page 23: Fan Control Adjustment

    The amount of load that will be drawn by the generator is dependant on the configuration of the BlackMax (Default Max 1.5KW), please ensure this is set appropriately as if the other loads are too high the generator may become overloaded, and if set to low, the generator will be underutilised.

  • Page 24: Step 6. Monitoring The Blackmax

    OPTION 1. The BlackMax displays: The BlackMax includes 4 on-board displays to monitor and control the system. These are the Inverter display and Victron BMV display in the lid and the two load monitors on the left side of the system.
  • Page 25 BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Home screen Generator summary Load summary Solar summary Battery summary Victron SOC display The Victron display is set to show the State-of-charge (SOC) in the factory. It can show a number of different battery parameters by pressing the '+' and '-' buttons.

  • Page 26: Step 7. Finalising Installation And Customer Handover

    Before handing over the system, go through the following items and be sure that they have been completed. • Check for proper weatherproof seals on all entry glands to the BlackMax, including PV cables, earth, antenna if supplied, and load or generator if hard-wired, otherwise close these holes with the covers supplied in the Parts kit.
  • Page 27 If remote monitoring in installed, assist the customer to download the RedEarth EMU app on their mobile phone and register their system and warranty using the QR code on the side of the system.

  • Page 28: Faqs And Trouble Shooting

    R: The most likely reason for this is that the battery has reached the low SOC limit and has stopped inverting (producing 240V power). In this situation, turn the system off, start the generator, turn your BlackMax on again as recommended in the “Shutdown and Start-up”...

  • Page 29: Services And Options Available For The Blackmax

    RedEarth can provide several options for the BlackMax. • Additional Troppo batteries - up to the maximum of three for the BlackMax (12.3kWh nominal) • Remote monitoring option (if not ordered with the initial purchase) - requires additional hardware and mobile phone coverage.

  • Page 30: Single Line Diagram: Power

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Appendix A. Single Line Diagram: Power Page 30 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

  • Page 31: Single Line Diagram: Communications

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Single Line Diagram: Communications Page 31 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

  • Page 32: Single Line Diagram: Generic Main Switchboard

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Single Line Diagram: Generic Main Switchboard Page 32 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications: Blackmax

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Appendix B. Technical Specifications: BlackMax PV Input MPP Voltage Range 60VDC – 450VDC Max. Input Voltage (V OC ) 500VDC Max. Input Current 27ADC Short Circuit Current (I SC ) 30ADC Battery Battery type...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications: Deye Sun-6K-Sg04

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Technical Specifications: Deye SUN-6K-SG04 Page 34 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

  • Page 35: Technical Specifications: Redearth Troppo Battery

    BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Technical Specifications: RedEarth Troppo battery UN Number Short-circuit Current (I SC ) 0.4 kA 3481 0.8 kA 1.2 kA Page 35 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...
  • Page 36 BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual Page 36 of 36 Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0...

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