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Force-H3-US Operation Manual

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5PMPA08-00303

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Page 1 Lithium-Ion Phosphate (LFP) Battery Energy Storage System Force-H3-US Operation Manual Information Version: 1.1 5PMPA08-00303...
Page 2: Legal Information
Legal Information Copyright©2024 Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Any reproduction or distribution of this manual or any part of this manual, or any uploading of this manual to a third party website, in any form by any means, without the prior written consent of Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd., is prohibited.
Page 3 Contents...
Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols
Purpose This manual describes the Force-H3-US from Pylontech in terms of its overview, installation, commissioning, maintenance, etc. Please read this manual before installing the battery and follow the instructions carefully during installation. In case of any confusion, please contact Pylontech immediately for advice and clarification (Contact information can be found on the back cover of the manual).
Page 6: Abbreviations In This Manual
Abbreviations in this Manual Abbreviation Designation Pylontech Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd. Quality Control Battery Management System Power Conversion System State of Charge Uninterruptible Power Supply BESS Battery Energy Storage System Energy Management System...
Page 7 Symbols Read the manual before installing and operating the battery system. Lisez le manuel du produit avant d'utiliser le système de batterie. General warning label indicating potential hazards. Étiquette générale d’avertissement indiquant les dangers potentiels. Warning: electric shock! Avertissement: choc électrique! Warning: flammable materials.
Page 8: Personal Requirements
Keep away from children. Maintenir loin des enfants. Recycle label. Étiquette de recyclage. The certificate label for Safety by Intertek. Étiquette de certificat de sécurité par Intertek. Personal Requirements Qualified personnel must have the following skills: Le personnel qualifié doit avoir les compétences suivantes: Training in the installation and commissioning of the electrical system, as well as the dealing with hazards.
Page 9: General Safety
General Safety Declaration This system is only operated by authorized personnel. Read all safety instructions carefully prior to any work and follow these instructions at all times when working with the system. Le système ne doit être utilisé que par des personnes autorisées. Lisez attentivement toutes les consignes de sécurité...
Page 10 Danger: Battery strings will produce high voltage DC power and can cause a lethal voltage and an electric shock. Only qualified personnel can perform the wiring of the battery strings. Danger: Les systèmes de batteries produisent une alimentation en CC de haute tension et peuvent provoquer une tension mortelle et un choc électrique.
Page 11 Warning: For battery installation, the installer shall refer to NFPA70 or similar local installation standard for operation. Avertissement: Pour l'installation de la batterie, l'installateur doit se référer à la norme NFPA70 ou à une norme d'installation locale similaire pour le fonctionnement. Warning: Pulling out the connectors while the system is working could lead to battery system damage or personal injury.
Page 12 Safety Instructions Before Connecting the Battery Caution: After unpacking, please check product and packing list first, if the product is damaged or lack of parts, please contact the local retailer. Before installation, be sure to cut off the grid power and make sure the battery is in the switched-off mode.
Page 13 Safety Instructions in Using the Battery Caution: If the battery system needs to be moved or repaired, the power must be cut off and the battery is completely shut down in advance. DO NOT connect the battery with other different type of battery. DO NOT let the batteries work with faulty or incompatible inverter.
Page 14: System Description
Force-H3-US is a high voltage battery storage system based on lithium iron phosphate battery, which is one of the new energy storage products developed and produced by Pylontech. It can be used to provide reliable power for various types of equipment and systems. Force-H3-US enables multiple strings parallel operation feature, which provides tremendous flexibility in system design and configuration.
Page 15 Single String System Specifications Product Name Force-H3- Force-H3- Force-H3- Force-H3- Force-H3- Force-H3- Specifications Force-H3- 102.4/204.8- 102.4/307.2- 102.4/409.6- 102.4/512- 102.4/614.4- 102.4/716.8- 102.4/102.4-US Battery Module Quantity (pc) Battery System 4.966 9.932 14.898 19.864 24.83 29.796 34.762 Energy (kWh) Battery System Usable Energy 4.966 9.932 14.898...
Page 16 Charge Current (Amps, maximum @15minutes) Battery System Discharge 48.5 Current (Amps, Normal) Battery System Discharge Current (Amps, maximum @15 minutes) Short circuit 3000 Amps /2 milliseconds rating Depth of 100 % Discharge Communication CANBUS/Modbus RTU IP Rating IP55/I Pollution Degree Design Life (year) Operation -50℉~ 131℉...
Page 17: Specifications
The battery type in the whole system is the same. The battery amount of each string is the same. Specifications Force-H3-US in multi-strings 204.8 /307.2 / 409.6 /512 / 614.4 / 716.8 Battery System Voltage (VDC)* Battery System string amount(pcs) 145.5...
Page 18: Battery Module
UN38.3 * Operation Cycle Life is defined based on specific operation conditions, for more details please check with Pylontech service team. In high(>104 ℉ ) or low temperature(< 50 ℉ ) environment, the charging and discharging power of the battery system will be limited according to BMS operation logic.
Page 19: Capacity Expansion
Capacity Expansion A new battery module can be added onto an existing system at any time. Please ensure that the new battery module has an equivalent OCV (Open Circuit Voltage) compared to existing modules before adding on and make a full charge of the new system. In a serial connection system, the new module, even with a higher SOH, shall follow the system worst SOH condition module to perform.
Page 20 (about 5~10 the button, then it is 9600 baud rate of RS485. seconds) (3) If a special protocol (except Pylontech Protocol) is selected, follow ‘Long Press 2’, then the baud rate changing described here is ineffective. Communication Protocol Selection, for details please check Long Press 2 with Pylontech service team.
Page 21 System Status LED LED Indicators Instructions Refer to Instructions of the below. Battery Module Status LED Blue light Normal Individual module alarm or Orange light protection occurs. See trouble shooting steps in section 7.3. Instructions: (1) Each Status LED (1~7) represents one individual battery module from number 1 (the one right beneath the control module) to number 7 (the one next to the base), as shown in the above illustration.
Page 22 LED Indicators Instructions Status Remark Self-checking Blue, Flashing* All flashing* See trouble Self-checking Orange, Slow shooting steps in failure flashing** section 7.3. ù Black start success Blue, fast flashing See trouble Black start failure ù shooting steps in Orange, fast flashing section 7.3.
Page 23 Control Module Interface Panel Plugs Power Switch Start Button Unscrew to remove the top cover and the interface is present as shown. Power Terminals Communication Terminals Power Switch (under the protection cover) ON: Power Switch ON, able to turn on battery system by Start Button. OFF: Power Switch OFF, able to turn off system completely, no power output.
Page 24: Communication Structure
Start Button Caution: Press the Start button and hold more than 5 seconds until the buzzer rings to turn on the controller. Attention: Bouton de démarrage: appuyez sur ce bouton et maintenez-le enfoncé pendant plus de 5 secondes jusqu'à ce que le buzzer sonne pour allumer le contrôleur. Multi-string starting sequence: please start up the last string (from communication structure, the last slave string, see the table below) of battery system first, one by one to the first string which shall be started up lastly.
Page 25 Mbps/ 54 Mbps (OFDM) MCS0~MCS7 (802.1 1n 20MHz) Channel spacing 5 MHZ Type of antenna 2.4G IPEX-SMA Antenna NOTE : For network connection, please scan the QR code below to get Network Connecting Instructions or contact Pylontech service team for further questions.
Page 26 Amps) or P-Combiner-HV-6-V2 (up to 6 strings, maximum 100 Amps) for connection. For more details of P-Combiner, please check with your distributor or Pylontech service team. As there’s a protection case over the interface panel, follow the steps below to proceed: u Dismantle the four screws to remove the top cover.
Page 27 w Insert the power cables into the hole to connect the power terminals correctly. Communication Terminals (RS485 / CAN / RS232/Link0/Link1) NOTE : Before connecting the communication terminals, remove the top cover as described above (step , then the communication terminals are present as shown below. Link 1 Link 0 Pin 1~10...
Page 28 RS232 E-STOP: Emergency stop feature is default inactivated. If you need to use such function, please contact Pylontech service team. IN+/IN-: PIN6/PIN7 terminals are used for SMA inverter Enable Line feature, for more details please check with Pylontech service team.
Page 29 RS232 Communication Terminal: for manufacturer or professionals to debug or service. If you have RS232 debug tool (DB9 – USB – RJ45) PIN 1-10 RJ45 provided by PYLONTECH before, PIN8~10 here PIN 8 PIN 3 (Green and corresponds to PIN3, PIN6 and PIN8 of RJ45.
Page 30 For communication cables connection of PIN1 - 10 terminal station, please follow the steps below: Remove the top cover and take out the plugs of COM1 and COM2 from the panel. Insert the communication cable into the hole of COM1 or COM2 (either hole is available). Refer to the following table for the specifications of the holes and choose the cable conduits with matching diameter for installation.
Page 31 Pin 1~10 Assignment Table Follow the instructions of , and insert the cable terminal into the corresponding pin of the terminal plug. vAfter cables connection, Insert the terminal plug into the terminal socket. uPress the button by your finger or a screwdriver as shown, insert the cable terminal into the corresponding hole.
Page 32: System Diagram
System Diagram Fig. 3-4: System Diagram...
Page 33: Packing List
M4 screws for fixing the battery module and control module Dismantle tool Moisture-proof desiccant FH10050-US Battery Module FH10050-US battery module Qualified Certificate Card Moisture-proof desiccant NOTE For details about actual deliverables, see the Packing List in the packing case. No additional kits are needed for Force-H3-US installation.
Page 34: Preparing Tools And Instruments
Preparing Tools and Instruments Tools and Instruments Type Tools and Instruments Wire Cutter Crimping Modular Plier Cable Ties Installation Screwdriver Set Electric Screwdriver 1000VDC Multimeter Adjustable Wrench Sleeve Piece Personal protective equipment (PPE) Safety shoes Safety goggles Insulated gloves NOTE: Use properly insulated tools to prevent accidental electric shock or short circuits.
Page 35 NOT expose the battery system to direct sun light. It is suggested to build sunshade equipment. Caution: The IP rating of Force-H3-US system is IP55. But please avoid frost or direct sunlight. Out of the working temperature range will cause the battery system high / low temperature alarm or protection which will further lead to the cycle life reduction.
Page 36: Fire-Extinguisher System
Fire-extinguisher System Danger: The fire-extinguisher system must be equipped for safety purpose. The fire system needs to be checked regularly to ensure a normal working status. Regarding to the using and maintenance requirements, please follow local fire equipment guidance. Danger: Le système d'extincteur doit être équipé à des fins de sécurité. Le système d'incendie doit être vérifié...
Page 37: Installation Space Requirements
Installation Space Requirements Warning: The power terminals of this system have high DC voltage. It must be installed in a restricted access area. Avertissement: les bornes d'alimentation de la batterie ont une tension continue élevée. Il doit être installé dans une zone d'accès restraint. Force-H3 system must not be immersed in water.
Page 38 Multi-Strings’ System Clearance Requirements A- 1.57 inch (40mm) B- 1.57 inch (40mm) C- 1.57 inch (40mm) D- 3.94 inch (100mm) E- 1.57 inch (40mm) F- 1.57 inch (40mm) G- 1.57 inch (40mm) H- 3.94 inch (100mm) NOTE: As long as the clearance requirements (shown above) are met, the locations of the master string and slave strings can be altered based on your practical condition.
Page 39: System Installation
System Installation Danger: The system is a high voltage DC system, operated by qualified and authorized person only. Danger: Le système est un système de courant continu à haute tension, qui ne doit être manipulé que par du personnel qualifié et autorisé. Mounting the Battery Rack Base The weight of the base is light, which a single person can handle with.
Page 40 Installing the Battery Module onto the Base Warning: Single battery module is 86 lb (39 kg). The battery module must be handled by more than 2 people if there’re no handling tools. Avertissement: un module de batterie unique pèse 86 lb (39 kg). Le module batterie doit être manipulé...
Page 41 Battery Modules and Control Module (BMS) Pile up Danger: When battery is connected together with the base, the internal socket still has high voltage DC power from serial connected battery modules. Danger: Lorsque la batterie est connectée à la base, la prise interne reçoit toujours une alimentation CC haute tension provenant des modules de batterie connectés en série.
Page 42 Installing the Metal Brackets for the System In control module’s package, there are 2 pcs short and 2 pcs long metal brackets. Fix these metal brackets at both back sides of the battery modules (see the illustration on the right). Please follow the illustrations below to install the metal brackets for your practical system.
Page 44 Installing the Anti-Toppling Brackets for the System Force H3 system is equipped with two anti-toppling brackets as follows. Such brackets act as an alternative of ground mounting of the battery system. Customers can choose either of the following methods for the system installation: section 4.4.1 Ground mounting with 4 x M8 expansion bolts to the support surface (see Bracket mounting with 2 x M8 expansion bolts to the wall (Battery system still needs to be...
Page 45 Follow the steps described above correctly to install all the battery modules, BMS and section 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 brackets, referring to NOTE : When installing the metal brackets at the back side, ALWAYS remain the two connecting points between brackets and BMS unlocked shown as below. Unscrewed Unscrewed Unscrewed Follow the illustrations below, firstly fit the anti-toppling brackets on back sides of the BMS,...
Page 46 Mark the central points of the slotted holes at both sides on the wall. Central point Dismantle the brackets on both sides. Aligning the central points, drill two holes (≥2.36 inch depth) in the wall with a drilling tool, and clean the holes.
Page 47 Embed the two M8 expansion bolts into the holes respectively. M8 Expansion bolt Fit the brackets across the M8 expansion bolts on both sides, then fix the brackets on the BMS with M4 screws.
Page 48 Fix the M8 nut (a) across the 8 mm flat gasket (c) and spring washer (b) , with 106 lb-inch~115 lb-inch (12~13 N.m) torque. Repeat this step for the other bracket.
Page 49: Checking Cables
Danger: The battery system is high voltage DC system. Ensure that the grounding of the rack is stable and reliable. Danger: Le système de batterie est un système CC haute tension. Assurez-vous que la mise à la terre est fixe et fiable. Danger: No short circuit or reserved connection of the battery system’s positive and negative ports.
Page 50 NOTE : Communication cable uses RJ45 connector and water-proof cover (M19-RJ45) which match with the communication port on the control module. 9.84 feet External Positive (+) Power Cable 9.84 feet External Negative (-) Power Cable 9.84 feet Internal Communication Cable 4.92 feet External Communication...
Page 51 ≥10 AWG. The cable shall be copper with yellow-green color. Avertissement: Les modules Force-H3-US disposent de 3 points de mise à la terre.Le câble de mise à la terre doit être ≥10 AWG. Le câble sera en cuivre de couleur jaune-vert.
Page 52 Multi-string Cable Connections Electrical Wiring A. Wiring diagram of 3 strings` system (String quantity ≤ 3) It is suggested to use P-Combiner-HV-3-V2 for up to 3 strings, maximum 50Amps continuous operation. Caution: DO NOT use P-Combiner-HV-3-V2 or similar concept of multi-strings connection method in case the multiple battery strings need to be operated independently.
Page 53 B. Wiring diagram of multi strings’ system (3<String quantity ≤ 6) It is suggested to use P-Combiner-HV-6-V2 for up to 6 strings, maximum100 Amps continuous operation. Caution: DO NOT use P-Combiner-HV-6-V2 or similar concept of multi-strings connection method in case the multiple battery strings need to be operated independently. Attention: NE PAS utiliser le P-Combiner-HV-6-V2 ou un concept similaire de méthode de connexion multi-chaînes au cas où...
Page 54 Communication Cable Connections of Master and Slave Battery Strings The communication for master/slave string connection shall use an 8 pin pin-pin RJ45 cable, connecting from the first BMS Link 1 to the second BMS Link 0, then from the second BMS Link 1 to third BMS link 0(if has), all the way to the last BMS Link 0.
Page 55 (i.e. NFPA 855, NFPA70) shall be considered by the installer/customer. w Install the plug back to the EMPTY hole if there is any to guarantee sealing performance of the panel. NOTE: After installation, DO NOT forget to register online for full warranty: www.pylontech.com.cn/service/support...
Page 56 System Turning On Single String System Turning On Warning: Double check all the power cables and communication cables. Ensure that the voltage of the inverter/PCS matches the voltage of the battery system. Check that all the power switches are OFF. Avertissement: vérifiez à...
Page 57 If the battery has been configured to a different communication protocol, please follow LED Long section 3.3.2 Press 2 guidance in . Make sure to select the correct protocol and restart BMS to enable the communication with inverter. LED Button System Status System Battery Module...
Page 58 Caution: During the first time starting, the system requires full charge process for SOC calibration purpose. Attention: lors du premier démarrage, le système nécessite un processus de charge complète à des fins d'étalonnage SOC. Caution: After long time storage without charging, it is suggested to fully charge the whole Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) prior to installation.
Page 59: Start-Up Sequence
Procedure: Check grounding is connected. Check all cables are connected correctly, especially the Link 1 / Link 0 between master and slave strings. If necessary, turn on the switch for battery on the inverter or the switch between inverter and battery system.
Page 60: System Debug
System Debug This system debug is for BESS system (Battery Energy Storage System). It must be operated with configured UPS, PCS and EMS system together, which means that the BESS debug cannot be performed alone. Debug Procedure Content section 6.1. Turn on the BESS system, referring to DO NOT turn on the load before turning on the whole BESS system.
Page 61 System Turning Off Danger: When any failure occurs or there is a need for service, the battery storage system must be powered off at first. Danger: En cas de panne ou de nécessité d'entretien, le système de stockage par batterie doit d'abord être mis hors tension.
Page 62: Battery Maintenance
Battery Maintenance Danger: The maintenance of battery must be done by qualified and authorized person only. Danger: L'entretien de la batterie doit être effectué uniquement par une personne qualifiée et autorisée. Danger: The power must be turned off prior to any maintenance of the battery. Danger: L'alimentation doit être coupée avant tout entretien de la batterie.
Page 63: Troubleshooting
Shutdown and Maintenance Some battery function must be restarted before ESS maintenance. ESS maintenance shall be done at least once every 6 months. Troubleshooting Danger: This system is a high voltage DC system, operated by qualified and authorized person only. Danger: Le système est un système de courant continu à...
Page 64 Pylontech. Once a certain failure is detected following the trouble shooting procedure, turn off the battery string first before replacement so as to avoid further over discharge to the system due to the self-...
Page 65: Replacement Of Main Components
Replacement of Main Components Danger: This system is a high voltage DC system, operated by qualified and authorized person only. Danger: Le système est un système de courant continu à haute tension, qui ne doit être manipulé que par du personnel qualifié et autorisé. Danger: Before replacing the main component, turn off the maintenance battery string’s power, chapter 7 and ensure that the D+ and D- terminal are without power.
Page 66 Dismantle the fix metal brackets as follows. Remove the control module and each battery module one by one. Danger: When battery is connected together with the base, the internal socket still has high voltage DC power from serial connected battery modules. Danger: Lorsque la batterie est connectée à...
Page 67 Pile up the new battery module. And install back the battery modules and control module. Fix back the two screws on the control Module’s. And install back the fix metal brackets. Install back grounding cable, communication cable and the D+ and D- power cables. section 6.1.
Page 68 In particular, local rules and policies (e.g. ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) for the product transportation shall be complied with. For more details, please enquiry the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from Pylontech: service@pylontech.com.cn.
Page 69 In case a battery (normal condition or damaged) needs disposal or needs recycling, it shall follow the local recycling regulations to process, and use the best available techniques to achieve a relevant recycling efficiency.
Page 70 Tick after Item Remark completion section Select the installation sites to meet all technical Refer to ☐ requirements. section Battery base is installed following the technical Refer to ☐ 4.4.1 requirements. section Refer to ☐ Install the battery modules. 4.4.2 section Install the control module (BMS) and the battery Refer to...
Page 71 Soft-off the inverter through inverter’s control Refer to ☐ 7.1. panel. Turn off the switch between inverter and this section battery string (Force-H3-US), or turn off the power Refer to ☐ 7.1. switch of inverter, to make sure no current through this battery string. section Refer to ☐...
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