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Read and follow these instructions! The following precautions are intended to ensure your safety and prevent property damage. Before installing this product, be sure to read all safety instructions in this document for proper installation. DANGER Failure to comply with the instructions with this symbol may result in a serious accident, causing death or a severe injury.
Table of Contents 1. Precautions ..........................3 1.1 General Safety Precautions ......................3 1.2 Installation Precautions........................3 2. Product Introduction ........................4 2.1 Front Panel Function Introduction ....................4 2.2 Product Specifications .........................6 2.3 DIP switch definition and description ..................7 2.4 CAN / RS485-1 Communication lnterface Definition ..............8 2.5 LED Status Indicators ........................8 2.6 LED working status indication .....................8 3.
1. Precautions 1.1 General Safety Precau�ons The product provides a safe source of electrical energy when operated as intended and as designed. Potentially hazardous circumstances such as excessive heat or electrolyte mist may occur under improper operating conditions, damage, misuse and/or abuse. The following safety precautions and the warning messages described in this part must be observed.
CAUTION Verify polarity at all connections before energizing the system. Reverse polarity at the battery terminals will void the Warranty and destroy the batteries. Do not short circuit the batteries. Do not combine Lithium Batteries with other brands or chemistries; Do ...
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ON/OFF ADDR RS485 RS485 RS485 Figure 2-1: Front Panel Function Introduction Item Name Definition Power Switch ON/OFF, must be in the“ON”state when battery use Positive Terminal Battery output positive or parallel positive line Negative Terminal Battery output negative or parallel negative line Ground terminal Connect the ground cable Communication port, battery connection to host computer...
2.2 Product Specifications Table 2-1: Product Specifications PT-ESS-W5120 PT-ESS-W10240 PT-ESS-W14400 BATTERY MODULE SPECIFICATION Battery/Cell Type Nominal Voltage (Vdc) 51.2V 51.2V 51.2V Nominal Capacity (Ah) 100Ah 200Ah 280Ah Total Energy (Wh) 5120 10240 14400 Max. Charge and Discharge Current (A) Recommend Charge and Discharge Current (A) Operating Voltage Range (Vdc) 43.2-57.6...
2.3 DIP switch defini�on and descrip�on CAN: 500K RS485: 9600 When the battery pack is connected in parallel, the host can communicate with the slave through the RS485-1 & RS485-2 interface. The host summarizes the information of the entire battery system and communicates with the inverter through CAN or 485. The connection mode is divided into the following two cases: Pack...
3. Unpack the Battery The battery and the related accessories are packed in the carton box. Use tools to open the packing box. After open the packing box, confirm the product components according to the parts list. WARNING Violent unpacking is strictly prohibited. If the battery system is found to be broken, deformed or other abnormal conditions, the user shall immediately stop using the battery and contact us.
3.2 Recommended Tools and Instruments Torque Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver Hexagon Wrench Phillips Screwdriver Slotted Screwdriver Torque Wrench Tape Measure Pencil or Marker Driller NOTE: Use properly insulated tools to prevent accident tale electric shock or short circuits. If insulated tools are not available, cover the entire exposed metal surfaces of the available tools, except their tips, with electrical tape.
4. Battery Installation This system must be installed by qualified, trained workers familiar with the required instruments. WARNING Be sure to use insulated tools (torque wrench, extension, socket, etc.). All the instruments must be insulated and no metal articles (e.g., watch, ...
4.1 Installa�on Loca�on Make sure that the installation location meets the following conditions: The installation site must be suitable for the size and weight of the battery. Must be installed on a firm surface to sustain the weight of battery. The area is water proof.
5. Cable Connection 5.1 Single Ba�ery Connec�on NOTICE Before connect the cable with the inverter, the worker must confirm the output switch of the inverter has been turn off, to prevent the risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION Before connection, make sure to close the battery.
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3~5N·m Figure 5-1: Install the Grounding Wire Step 1 Wear the protective gloves Step 2 Install the battery ground cable Step 3 Install negative and positive power cables for the battery. 1) Remove the metal cover on the top of the battery 2) Remove the protective cover from the battery power wiring terminal.
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Figure 5-2: Single Battery Connection Step 1 Wear the protective gloves. Step 2 Install the battery ground cable. Step 3 Install negative and positive power cables for the battery. 1) Remove the protective cover from the battery power wiring terminal. 2) Connect the negative power cable to the battery.
USB BOX communication cable Figure 5-3: Communication Cable Connections between Battery and Computer 5.2 Connect Cables of the Mul�ple Ba�eries in Parallel When multiple batteries in parallel, the cable connecting procedures are follows. 1.As shown in Figure 5-4, following the cable connection method of the single battery, connect the positive and negative cables between the Battery 1 and the busbar, Battery 2 and the busbar, and Battery N and the busbar respectively.
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Figure 5-4: Multiple Batteries Connections As shown in Figure 5-4, connect the communication line (a standard RJ45 network cable) between the adjacent batteries. Note: 1.To ensure the current balance, please use power cables with the same diameter and length for each battery when connect with the busbar. 2.For safety and longer life of battery pls always set Max.
5.3 Visual Inspec�on of the Connec�on After connecting the battery, check for: Usage of positive and negative cables. Connection of the positive and negative terminals. All the bolts are tightened. Cables fixation and the appearance. The communication cable is connected correctly. ...
7.2 Inspec�on Inspect for loose and/or damaged wiring and contacts, cracks, deformations, leakage, or damage of any other kind. If damage to the battery is found, it must be replaced. Do not attempt to charge or use a damaged battery. Do not touch the liquid from a ruptured battery. Regularly check the battery’s state of charge.
9. Inverter Communica�on NOTE: The ESS Powertech ba�ery’s BMS comes factory preloaded with mul�ple inverter brand protocols. The default brands are listed below and only require connec�on with communica�on cable to the applicable interface port.
BMS basic functions Management and Alarm Protection and Alarm Cells Balance Charge/Discharge End Intelligent Charge Model Charge Over Voltage Charge/Discharge Current Limit Discharge Under Voltage Charge/Discharge Over Current Capacity Retention Calculate Administrator Monitor High/Low Temperature(cell/BMS) Operation Record Short Circuit Power Cable Reverse 9.1 Inverter Protocol Codes 16S100A BMS Protocol RS485 Protocol...
NOTE: In order to manually switch BMS protocols you will need the BMS Tool and RS232 serial cable. Please contact ESS Powertech or vist our website for further details.The BMS protocol only needs to be changed on the master battery.
10. Battery recovery Aluminum, copper, lithium, iron and other metal materials are recovered from discarded LiFePO4 batteries by advanced hydrometallurgical process, and the comprehensive recovery efficiency can reach 80%. The specific process steps are as follows: 10.1 Recovery process and steps of cathode materials Aluminum foil as collector is amphoteric metal.
11. Transportation Requirements The battery products should be transported after packaging and during the transportation process, severe vibration, impact, or extrusion should be prevented to prevent sun and rain. It can be transported using vehicles such as cars, trains, and ships. Always check all applicable local, national, and international regulations before transporting a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery.
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