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- Page 1 SERVER RACK BATTERY MNPowerflo 5 USER MANUAL ©2024 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. VERSION V1.1.0-BETA | CONTENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6.3 POWER ON SEQUENCE ................6.4 POWER OFF SEQUENCE ..........7. TROUBLESHOOTING, MAINTENANCE & DISPOSAL ................7.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE BMS ................7.2 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........7.3 ALARM DESCRIPTION AND TROUBLESHOOTING .................. 7.4 BATTERY DISPOSAL ........... 8. MidNite Solar 10-YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY... - Page 3 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. Symbols on labels, manuals, and products Do not reverse the Positive and Negitive connection. N'inversez pas la connexion positive et négative. Do not place near open flame. Ne pas placer près d'une flamme nue. Keep out of reach of Children and pets.
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Page 4: Abbreviations
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 1. ABBREVIATIONS In-lbs. – Inch Pounds AWG – American Wire Gauge kW – Kilowatt A – Amps kWh – Kilowatt-hour Ah – Amp hour(s) LFP – Lithium Iron Phosphate AC – Alternating Current L1 – Line 1 AFCI –... -
Page 5: Technical Specifications Table
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE Product Name MNPowerflo 5 Electrical Characteristics Nominal Voltage 51.2V Nominal Capacity 100Ah Energy 5,120Wh Battery Chemistry Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Impedance ≤0.30m Cycle Life 6,000 cycles @77°F(25°C), 0.5C/0.5C Operating Voltage 46.4~57.6V Communication Interfaces... -
Page 6: Safety
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 3. SAFETY 3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTION Before any work begins, carefully read all safety instructions, and always observe them when working on or with the battery. The installation must follow all applicable national or local standards and regulations. Consult with the local AHJ to obtain the proper permits and permissions before installation. - Page 7 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. WARNING : All work on this product must be carried out by qualified personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that specified in the operating instructions unless qualified to do so.
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Page 8: Brief Introduction
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 4. BRIEF INTRODUCTION The MNPowerflo 5 rack-mounted lithium batteries are ideal for low-voltage energy storage system applications. These batteries use lithium iron phosphate cells with the highest safety performance and a battery management system (BMS) that can monitor and collect voltage, current, and temperature of each cell within the module in real time. - Page 9 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. Overview of System Components The battery module consists of sixteen "AAA" grade cells, a Battery Management System (BMS), a housing, a breaker, and wiring. It can be installed in a standard 19-inch cabinet and communicates with external devices via CAN/RS485, as well as with other MidNite batteries through RS485. The modules can be connected in parallel to accommodate expansion needs.
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Page 10: Battery Diagram
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 5.1. BATTERY DIAGRAM ITEM DESCRIPTION REMARKS Positive terminal M8 bolt (x1) RS485 port RS485 communication interface Pin3-RS485_B / Pin2-RS485_A CAN port CAN communication interface Pin 4-CAN_H / Pin 5-CAN_L ON/OFF button Turn BMS on/off RUN LED Operational Status LED... -
Page 11: Installation
MidNite recommends recharging the batteries after 8- 9 months in prolonged storage. Environmental Factors The storage location for the MNPowerflo 5 battery can greatly affect the health of the battery. For best results, the temperature should remain moderate, between 41°F and 68°F (5°C and 20°C). -
Page 12: Requirements For Installation
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 6.2.2 Requirements For Installation WARNING : Do not put MNPowerflo 5 batteries in series! The BMS and internal components are not designed to handle this setup, which could cause the modules to fail leading to damage. Avoid exposing batteries to conductive materials, such as water, strong oxidizers, and strong acids. -
Page 13: General Installation
Tools Needed for Installation The tools required may vary depending on the mounting location. Typically, the following items are needed to install the battery into an MNPowerflo 5 battery rack solution or general racking 1. 10mm socket and ratchet 2. Phillips head screwdriver 3. -
Page 14: Battery Dimensions
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 6.2.4 Battery dimensions. 5-1/8inch (133mm) 6.2.5 Battery stacking installation instructions. Place the included brackets around the battery, then secure the brackets with screws. Battery stacking bracket... -
Page 15: Stacking Multiple Batteries, Bracket Installation
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 6.2.6 Stacking multiple batteries, bracket installation. 6.2.7 Connect the power cable and communication cable, note that the power cable needs to be securely fixed. Connect to the inverter's Connect to the inverter's BAT- terminal BAT+ terminal Connect to the inverter's BMS port... -
Page 16: Parallel System Wiring Diagrams
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 6.2.8 Parallel System Wiring Diagrams COMBINER BOX... -
Page 17: Power On Sequence
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 6.3 POWER ON SEQUENCE Step1: Check Equipment: ● Ensure that the installation and connections of the battery and related equipment are correct. ● Make sure there are no obstructions around the system and that it is well-ventilated. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Disposal
This protection also aids in keeping the battery and battery cells operational for a greater number of life cycles. Each MNPowerflo 5 battery is specifically configured to ensure peak performance and operation with any inverter system. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7.2 TROUBLESHOOTING Alarm Description and Troubleshooting. When the Alarm light on the battery control panel is on, it means that the battery has given an alarm or has been protected from potential damage. FRONT PANEL INDICATOR LIGHTS RUN/ALM LIGHTS The MNPowerflo16 battery features 2 LED status indicator lights on the front panel of the unit. -
Page 20: Alarm Description And Troubleshooting
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7.3 ALARM DESCRIPTION AND TROUBLESHOOTING When the ALM light on the battery control panel is on, it means that the battery has given an alarm or has been protected from potential damage. Other Common Faults and Solutions... -
Page 21: Battery Disposal
MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7.4 BATTERY DISPOSAL The MNPowerflo 5 battery is designed to last for more than 15 years when used correctly. We have worked tirelessly to ensure that our batteries will maintain a charge after thousands of cycles. However, when it does come time to retire the battery, there are a few things to consider. - Page 22 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. MidNite product warranty is a limited warranty MidNite limits its liability in the event of a product defect to repair or replacement in accordance with the terms of this limited warranty. MidNite is not responsible for any additional or indirect damages that may arise from the malfunctioning of the product. These damages could be incidental or consequential, including without limitation, any liability for the loss of revenue, profits, or time.
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