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  • Page 1 ICSESS1 Residential Energy Storage User Manual...

  • Page 2: Legal Provisions

    Legal Provisions All the information in this document is the property of iCS. No part of this document could be reproduced in any way for business use. iCS makes no representations or warranties express or implied, with respect to this document or any of the equipment and/or software it may describe, including (with no limitation) any implied warranties of utility, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Legal Provisions ..........................2 Product and Documentation Information ................5 Version Number and Applicable Information ............. 5 Qualifications to Perform Instructions ................ 5 Scope ..........................5 Labels and technical terms that may be involved in this document ......6 1.4.1 Labels ........................
  • Page 4 Troubleshooting ........................35 7.1 The start-up switch light is red when power on .............. 35 7.2 The start-up switch light is red when standby ..............35 7.2.1 Protected (OT/UT) (temperature protection) ............35 7.2.2 Protected (UV) ......................35 The start-up switch light is red when charging ............35 7.3.1 Protected (OT/UT) (temperature protection) ............

  • Page 5: Product And Documentation Information

    1. Product and Documentation Information 1.1 Version Number and Applicable Information This document is valid for the ICSESS1-5kWh 1.2 Qualifications to Perform Instructions The instructions in this document may only be performed by qualified persons who must have the following skills: •...

  • Page 6: Labels And Technical Terms That May Be Involved In This Document

    1.4 Labels and technical terms that may be involved in this document 1.4.1 Labels Label Explanation Please read the manual carefully before operation and operate according to the instructions in this manual This symbol indicates the position to connect a grounding conductor. Keep the battery modules away from open flame or ignition sources.

  • Page 7: Technical Terms

    1.4.2 Technical Terms Battery Pack Complete battery system - includes cells and BMS Battery management system Battery management unit State of Charge Standby The system is standby for order from inverter Charging Battery is charging Discharging Battery is discharging Lmt Charging Charging with limited current Protected (OV) Over voltage protection...

  • Page 8: Safety

    2. Safety 2.1 Intended Use ICSESS1–5kWh is for residential use and works with a photovoltaic system. It is a 51.2V LFP battery storage system with integrated battery management system. ICSESS1–5kWh will store surplus renewable energy inside the battery and discharge the battery to supply power to local loads when renewable energy is not enough.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    2.2.2 Firefighting Measures The ICSESS1–5kWh contains a fire suppression system, however the battery modules can still catch fire if the property is on fire. In case of a fire, please make sure that an ABC or carbon dioxide extinguisher is nearby. Water cannot be used to extinguish the fire.

  • Page 10: Description Of Lithium Battery System

    Description of Lithium Battery System 3.1 Lithium Battery System Function The lithium battery BMS uses the lithium battery as the energy storage element. It adopts advanced energy storage management algorithm, monitors the voltage, temperature, total voltage, and total current of each lithium battery in real time. The BMS manages the charging circuit according to the algorithm strategy, and independently equalizes the voltage to make the lithium battery in the best working state and prolong the service life.

  • Page 11: Shipment List

    3. Shipment List Lithium battery system main body • Outer cover •...
  • Page 12 • Parts list (specific quantity varies according to selection) Parts Name Quantity Parts Name Quantity Internet cable Screw port gland M6 Expansion screw & screw Wall holders anchor Power cable Stand holders connector (Quick plug) Mounting Top plate bracket...

  • Page 13: Installation

    5. Installation 5.1 Installation Requirements 5.1.1. Requirements for Installation Personnel The same qualifications as mentioned in this manual (1.2). • 5.1.2 Installation Tools Required 5.1.3 Installation Position Requirements • A solid support surface must be available (e.g., concrete or masonry). The installation location must be inaccessible to children.

  • Page 14: Installation Steps

    5.2 Installation Steps 5.2.1 Remove the body and the outer cover from the package and place the body upright. Remove the outer cover from the body. • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws from the outer cover. Placing both hands firmly on both sides of the outer cover, slowly pull towards you to •...
  • Page 15 • Placing both hands firmly on both sides of the outer cover, slowly pull with upwards to remove the cover. • Slowly pull until the whole cover separates from the body.

  • Page 16: Ground Mounting Of One Battery Module

    5.2.4 Ground Mounting of One Battery Module Follow the below instructions to mount 1 battery module which is to be installed on the ground against the wall. 1. Using a level, ensure the ground is perfectly horizontal, if it is not, you may wish to wall mount.
  • Page 17 4. Take the four stand holders. The left stand holders have an irregular shape while the right stand holders have an L shape. Fix the stand holders correctly on both sides of the battery module with a screwdriver. 5. Align the four stand holders with the expansion screws, tighten the expansion screws until the battery module is secure.

  • Page 18: Wall Mounting Of One Battery Module

    5.2.3 Wall Mounting of One Battery Module Follow the below instructions to mount 1 battery module which is to be wall mounted. 1. After selecting a suitable height, draw a horizontal line along on the wall where you wish the bottom of the module to be. Use the level to make sure to line is horizontal. 2.
  • Page 19 4. Install the mounting bracket according to the image below. The flat side of the mounting bracket should be facing the wall and the hook is at the bottom. 5. Take the four wall holders. The left and right holders are different and the side with a crevice is always facing down.

  • Page 20: Parallel Setup Installation

    5.2.5 Parallel Setup Installation When fitting multiple battery modules, it is recommended to stack the modules vertically (no more than three per vertical group). You should place them on a solid and flat foundation. When the installation requires more than three battery modules then you should separate the modules to ensure that each group doesn’t go higher than three high.
  • Page 21 2. Mark holes on the wall at positions A, B, C, D as shown on the drill template. Remove the drill template and drill holes of at least 65mm deep and install the expansion screws. 618mm 3. Other installation steps are the same as the stand-alone version shown above.

  • Page 22: Dip Switch Settings (For Both Series And Parallel Version)

    5.2.2 DIP Switch Settings (For both series and parallel version). When connecting multiple battery modules in parallel it is important to address each battery using the DIP switches. Ignore the DIP switch label and follow the instructions below. Address DIP switch: Use a 4-digit binary DIP switch for setting address assignment for extended modules, 1, 2, 3, 4 from left to right, with DIP code 1 being the highest and 4 being the lowest.

  • Page 23: Install Communication Cable For 1 Battery Module To Inverter

    5.2.3 Install Communication Cable For 1 Battery Module to Inverter 1. Remove the screws of the waterproof cover of the communication interface on the side of the body with a screwdriver. 2. Configure the DIP switch to position 1. (Labelled as DIP 4 on the switch) 3.
  • Page 24 1. Get the main part of the gland through the network cable and tighten the gland as shown in the figure, paying attention to leaving enough length for the network cable. 2. Get the network cable through the round hole on the bottom side of the waterproof protection cover and tighten the sealing ring.
  • Page 25 4. Install back the waterproof protection cover of the communication interface on the side of the machine body. 5. Connect the other end of the communication cable to the hybrid inverter.

  • Page 26: Install Communication Between Modules (Only Required For Parallel Version)

    5.2.4 Install Communication Between Modules (Only required for parallel version) 1. Plug one end of the network cable into LINK2 socket of the first module and the other end into the LINK1 socket of the second module and turn the DIP switch of the second module to 2.

  • Page 27: Power Connection To Inverter (Require For Both Stand-Alone And Parallel Versions)

    5.2.6 Power Connection to Inverter (Require for both stand-alone and parallel versions). 1. Insert the end of the quick plug power cable connector into the upper socket and connect the other end to the positive pole of the hybrid inverter. 2.

  • Page 28: Power Connection Between Batteries (Only Required For Parallel Setup)

    5.2.7 Power Connection Between Batteries (Only required for parallel setup) Use the quick plug power cable connector with heads, insert one end into the second • socket of the first module, and the other end is inserted into the first socket of the second module.

  • Page 29: Install The Outer Cover

    5.2.8 Install The Outer Cover 1. Align the buckle under the cover to the hole, and slowly force to put it in place. 2. Slowly push forward to put in place all the other buckles. 3. Put back all the screws.

  • Page 30: Operation And Troubleshooting

    6. Operation and Troubleshooting 6.1 Startup Operation Press the ‘Power on Switch’. After the self-check is completed successfully, the light will quickly switch to green and remain on for a long time. This means the battery has entered standby mode and ready for operation. If there is an error during self-check, the light will turn red and remain on for a long time.

  • Page 31: Key Operation

    6.3 Key Operation After startup, “Welcome Back” is shown on the screen. The main page of the system will then be shown on the screen. This screen show: State of Charge (SOC), Current Temperature (temp), System Status (standby, charging, discharging, protected, etc.). Press any key under the current page to enter the directory page.
  • Page 32 Press UP or DOWN on the current page to enter the battery information page. Press BACK to return to the directory page. Use UP and DOWN key to navigate. Press ENTER to select Cell Voltage to enter the Cell Voltage page.
  • Page 33 Press BACK to return to the directory page. Use UP and DOWN key to navigate. Press ENTER to select Cell Temperature to enter the Cell Temperature page. Here, the PCB temperature and cell temperature are displayed. Press to return to the main page.

  • Page 34: Fault Definitions

    6.4 Fault Definitions Status Indicator Light Display Shutdown / Sleep mode Normal Green light is always Standby Standby mode Fault Red light is always Protected Normal Quick flashes of Charging green light Notice Quick flashes of Charging green light Overvoltage protection Green light is always Charging Protected (UV)
  • Page 35 The working environment temperature might be too low, please control the ambient • temperature. If the ambient temperature is within limits, then please contact iCS for support. • 7.2.2 Protected (UV) Battery low voltage, please charge the battery. •...

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