MidNite Solar MNPowerflo 16 User Manual

MidNite Solar MNPowerflo 16 User Manual

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LITHIUM BATTERY
MNPowerflo 16
USER MANUAL
© 2024 MIDNITE SOLAR INC ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
VERSION V1.1.0-beta| CONTENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
MODEL #: MNPowerflo 16

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  • Page 1 LITHIUM BATTERY MNPowerflo 16 USER MANUAL © 2024 MIDNITE SOLAR INC ALLRIGHTS RESERVED. VERSION V1.1.0-beta| CONTENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. MODEL #: MNPowerflo 16...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ...... 6 5. PACKING LIST............................7 6. LOCATION SELECTION AND INSTALLATION ................8 6.1 MNPowerflo 16 INSTALLATION .................... 9 7. BATTERY WIRING ........................13 7.1 BATTERY PARALLELING COM MUNICATION WIRING GUIDE ........13 7.2 BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM AND GUIDE ..............
  • 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.
  • Page 4: Technical Specifications Sheet

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Product Name MNPowerflo 16 Electrical Characteristics Nominal Voltage 51.2V Nominal Capacity 314Ah Energy 16,076Wh Battery Chemistry Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Cycle Life 8,000 cycles @77°F(25°C), 0.5C/0.5C Operating Voltage 46.4~57.6V Communication Interfaces CAN/RS485/RS232 Scalable Up to 16 units Charge&Discharge...
  • Page 5: Abbreviations

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 2. ABBREVIATIONS A – Amp(s) kW – Kilowatt AC – Alternating Current kWh – Kilowatt - hour Ah – Amp hour(s) L1 – Line 1 AHJ – Authority Having Jurisdiction L2 – Line 2 ANSI – American National Standards Institute LFP –...
  • Page 6: Safety

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 3. SAFETY 3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS International safety regulations have been strictly observed in the design and testing of the battery. Before beginning any work, 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.
  • Page 7 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. WARNING : To reduce the risk of injury, read all instructions All work on this product (system design, installation, operation, setting, configuration, and maintenance) must be carried out by qualified personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than those specified in the operating instructions...
  • Page 8: Brief Introduction

    fire-extinguishing modules. 4.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The MNPowerflo 16 batteries are ideal for low- voltage residential outdoor energy storage system (ESS) applications. These batteries use lithium iron phosphate cells with the highest safety performance and an intelligent Battery Management System (BMS) that can monitor and record the voltage of each cell, along with the current, voltage, and temperature of the module in real- time.
  • Page 9: Packing List

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 5. PACKING LIST The items listed below are included with the purchase: MNPowerflo 16 Wall mounting bracket Concrete expansion bolts RJ45 connector Communication network cable 2PCS 8PCS 4PCS 2PCS Mounting template Crimp terminal Yellow-green two-color Ground connection fixing...
  • Page 10: Location Selection And Installation

    Failure to do so can result in severe injury and/or death. LOCA TION SELECTION AND INSTALLATION WARNING Do not stack MNPowerflo 16 batteries in series The BMS and internal components are not ● designed to handle this setup, which could cause the modules to fail.
  • Page 11: Mnpowerflo 16 Installation

    Please follow NEC and other local codes while installing the product. ● 12inch 12inch 12inch 12inch 12inch Figure 2 – Clearance Diagram 6.1 MNPowerflo 16 INSTALLATION Wiring compartment is at the top of the battery. Please remove the top cover before installation.
  • Page 12 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. STEP 1 Use the included 1:1 scale paper mounting template on the wall to help determine the bracket drilling positions. 18-1/2inch(470mm) 16inch(406.4mm) 8inch(203.2mm) STEP 2 Secure the mounting bracket. Mounting bracket(upper part) Mounting bracket(lower part)
  • Page 13 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. STEP 3 Hang the MNPowerflo 16 battery on the wall mounting bracket and secure it tightly. Fastening Screw STEP 4 Connect to the ground. Ground...
  • Page 14 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. STEP 5 Connect the power cable and communication cable, note that the power cable needs to be securely fixed. Link in Link Out To inverter BMS port To inverter BAT+ teminal To inverter BAT- teminal Link in...
  • Page 15: Battery Wiring

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7. BATTERY WIRING WARNING Be sure the battery packs are powered “OFF” before making/removing any connections. Use two 2/0 Awg (70mm) outdoor rated positive and negative battery cables (not included) with Hydraulic crimped ring terminals and heat shrink insulation.
  • Page 16: Battery Wiring Diagram And Guide

    10%. Refer to NEC code and the local AHJ for exact requirements. If installing one MN15-12KW-AIO inverter and one MNPowerFlo 16 battery, you must use a pair of 4/0 copper battery cables if not using a bussbar.
  • Page 17: Bparallel System Wiring Diagrams

    Please seek the guidance of an electrician or qualified person for optional system layout. Figure 4 – (1) MN15-12KW-AIO (2) MNPowerflo 16 Reminder! The separation between batteries should be≥12 COMBINER BOX (add to Reminder) The...
  • Page 18 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. COMBINER BOX Figure 6 – (2) MN15-12KW-AIO (2) MNPowerflo 16 COMBINER BOX Figure 7 – (2) MN15-12KW-AIO (3) MNPowerflo 16...
  • Page 19 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. COMBINER BOX Figure 8 – (3) MN15-12KW-AIO (3) MNPowerflo 16...
  • Page 20: Power On Sequence

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7.4 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 21: Battery Charging

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 7.6 BATTERY CHARGING Charge cycle Ensure the proper settings are set on the charge controller and/or inverter being used to avoid overcharging or damaging the module. ( Refer to Section 1: Technical Specifications Table for a full list of charging/discharging parameters.)
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Disposal

    This protection also aids in keeping the battery and battery cells operational for a greater number of life cycles. Each MNPowerflo 16 battery is specifically configured to ensure peak performance and operation with any inverter system.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 8.3 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/Alarm LIGHTS The MNPowerflo16 battery features 2 LED status indicator lights on the front panel of the unit.
  • Page 24 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. NOTE: lf any fault from the table below persists, please contact the distributor or MNS for additional troubleshooting. Fault Analysis Action Check communication port Inverter communication Check the connections and connection, and battery ID failure settings, then restart the battery setting.
  • Page 25: Battery Disposal

    1/9th per year after the first year at the current retail pricing. 9.1 WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS Under this limited warranty, MidNite Solar has no obligation to the product if it is subject to the following conditions, including but not limited to: •...
  • Page 26: Storage

    MIDNITE SOLAR INC. 10. STORAGE Please follow these instructions for the safe storage of the unit to maintain the longevity of the battery, if choos ing not to install the product immediately after purchasing or unpacking the box. There are a few steps that can be taken to ensure that batteries are stored safely and in a state that will ensure they are not damaged during storage.
  • Page 27 MIDNITE SOLAR INC. Notes...
  • Page 28 CONTACT US support@midnitesolar.com www.midnitesolar.com...

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