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Growatt APX 5.0P-S0-US User Manual
Growatt APX 5.0P-S0-US User Manual

Growatt APX 5.0P-S0-US User Manual

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  • Page 1 APX 5.0~30.0P-S0-US High Voltage Battery System User Manual...
  • Page 2 About this Document This document introduces the APX 5.0~30.0P-S0-US Battery System (short for APX) in terms of installation, electrical connection, operation, commission, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Before installing and operating the APX system, ensure that you are familiar with product features, functions, and safety precautions provided in this document.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Product Overview ..............1 1.1 Intended Use......................1 1.2 Appearance ......................1 1.2.1 APX 55042-P0-US (Power Module)..............1 1.2.2 APX 5.0P-B1-US (Battery Module) ..............5 1.3 Working Principle and Function ................7 2 Safety..................8 2.1 General Safety ...................... 8 2.2 Safety Precautions....................
  • Page 4 6 Maintenance Guide..............39 6.1 Preparation......................39 6.2 Replace a fuse ....................39 6.3 Battery Module or Power Module replacement ..........39 6.4 LED indicators ....................40 6.5 Troubleshooting ....................41 6.6 System fault information list and troubleshooting suggestions ....42 6.7 Cleaning ......................
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    1 Product Overview 1.1 Intended Use The entire APX 5.0~30.0P-S0-US high-voltage battery system is composed of a APX 55042-P0-US (hereinafter referred to as Power Module) and multiple APX 5.0P-B1-US battery modules (hereinafter referred to as Battery Module, the maximum number of Battery Module connected in parallel is 6). Each Battery Module consists of 100Ah LFP battery cells and a DC-DC converter, which boosts a power source of 51.2V up to 380V.
  • Page 6 START BAT+ BAT - RS485 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Figure 1-2: Side views of the Power Module Port Function Turn on/off the power connection from Power DC switch Module to hybrid Inverter Reserve LINK...
  • Page 7 Port Function Port for communication with the hybrid inverter Communication with the Battery Module Connect to the positive power terminal of the Battery Module Port for communication with the next module RS485 when the system is paralleled Connect to the negative power terminal of the Battery Module Opening for routing inverter communication cable to inverter.
  • Page 8 LED display Figure1- 3: LED display Function Function description Display SOC Display current SOC in a progress circle. Eight bars rotate clockwise when the Display upgrade status program is updating. When charging, bars light up one by Charging one clockwise. When discharging, bars go off one by Discharging one anticlockwise.
  • Page 9: Apx 5.0P-B1-Us (Battery Module)

    Dimensions 690 mm(27.17 in) 185 mm(7.28 in) Figure 1-4: Dimensions of APX 55042-P0-US 1.2.2 APX 5.0P-B1-US (Battery Module) Battery Module consists of LFP battery cells, a DC-DC converter, mechanical parts, the battery management unit (BMU) as well as power and communication terminals.
  • Page 10 Location Port Function Link in Communicate with the previous module Link out Communicate with the next module Parallel battery module terminal B+ Parallel battery module terminal B- USB port, connect to a USB flash drive to upgrade firmware Stacking guide Module alignment component Dimensions...
  • Page 11: Working Principle And Function

    1.3 Working Principle and Function The APX 5.0~30.0P-S0-US high voltage battery system is composed of a Power Module APX 55042-P0-US and multiple Battery Modules APX 5.0P-B1-US connected in parallel. It contains electrochemical batteries, battery control units, power control units, battery management units, power and signal terminals, and mechanical parts.
  • Page 12: Safety 2

    Before installing or using the battery system, please read all safety instructions carefully and follow the rules. Growatt will not be liable for any consequence of the following circumstances: Damage during the transportation by the customer.
  • Page 13: Operation Precautions

    2.2.2 Operation Precautions Do not touch the battery system with wet hands. Ø Do not disassemble the battery system without authorization from a Growatt Ø representative. Do not crush, drop or pierce the battery pack and the high voltage controller.
  • Page 14 APX High Voltage Battery System Manual APX 5.0P-S0-US/ □ □ 400V.D.C/2.5kW/ 5kWh/4.5kWh APX 10.0P-S0-US/ □ 400V.D.C/5kW/ 10kWh/9kWh APX 15.0P-S0-US/ System Model/ □ 400V.D.C/7.5kW/ Nominal Voltage/ 15kWh/13.5kWh Nominal Power/ APX 20.0P-S0-US/ □ 400V.D.C/10kW/ Nominal Energy/ 20kWh/18kWh Rated Energy/ APX 25.0P-S0-US/ □...
  • Page 15 Chemistry Installation System Model Battery Battery Quantity Voltage(V) Current(A) Current(A) Rated Energy(Wh) (kg/lbs) Temperature Controller Model □ APX 5.0P-S0-US 5000/4500 72/159 Indoor or □ APX 10.0P-S0-US 10000/9000 122/269 Conforms to ANSI/ Outdoor □ APX 15.0P-S0-US 15000/13500 172/379 -20℃ ~ +50℃...
  • Page 16: Emergency Responses

    If the battery system is soaked or submerged in water, do not Flood touch the batteries to avoid electric shock. Contact Growatt or emergency your distributor immediately for technical assistance. The shell damage requires extra attention as it is of high risk.
  • Page 17: Storage And Transportation

    3 Storage and Transportation 3.1 Storage Requirements Ø Place the batteries according to the signs on the packing case. Do not put batteries upside down or on their side. Ø Do not store damaged batteries near undamaged ones. Ø The storage environment requirements are as follows: Ø...
  • Page 18: Transportation Requirements

    3.2 Transportation Requirements The battery pack passes the certifications of the UN38.3 (Section 38.3 of the sixth Revised Edition of the Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods: Manual of Tests and Criteria) and SN/T 0370.2-2009 (Part 2: Performance Test of the Rules for the Inspection of Packaging for Exporting Dangerous Goods).
  • Page 19: Installation

    4 Installation Read through the Guidance before installation to understand Ø product information and safety precautions. Ensure installation meets all local codes and requirements. All Ø US and Canada electrical installations are required to follow local codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1).
  • Page 20 Note:1. For the floor-mounted installation with the base, a maximum of six battery modules can be configured. Up to five battery modules can be stacked in one column. If the number of the battery modules to be installed is greater than four, you are advised to install them in 2 columns.
  • Page 21 Do not place the battery pack upside down. WARNING When installed outdoors, build a sun/rain shelter to protect the battery system Ø from direct sunlight and rain. Wall Wall Figure 4-3: Build a sun/rain shelter...
  • Page 22: Installation Tools

    4.2 Installation Tools Prepare the following tools to install the battery system: M6 2Nm(17.6inlbs) M4 2Nm(17.6inlbs) M8 2Nm(17.6inlbs) M3 1Nm(8.8inlbs) Socket Wrench Hammer Drill Screwdriver Measuring Tape Marker Multimeter It is recommended to wear the personal protective equipment when operating the battery system.
  • Page 23 4.3.1.1 Check the APX Battery System of different capacities APX 55042-P0-US APX 5.0P-B1-US APX 5.0P-B1-US Base (Power Module) (Battery Module) 1.9m (74.80 in) 2.5m (98.43 in) APX 5.0P-B1-US APX 5.0P-B1-US Base Trim-cover lid Parallel extension cable Wall bracket Figure 4-4: Packing list of the APX Battery System of different capacities Battery System System Configurations System Configurations...
  • Page 24 4.3.1.2 Check the package of the APX 55042-P0-US Bottom battery connecting piece*2 M8 expansion screw*2 APX 55042-P0-US APX 5.0P-B1-US Base (Power Module) Output power cable crimp terminal User Manual Quick Guide Ground cable crimp terminal to Battery Module User Manual Guide *1 Quick Warranty Card *1 System Cable...
  • Page 25: Floor-Mounted Installation

    4.3.1.3 Check the package of the APX 5.0P-B1-US to Battery Module APX 5.0P-B1-US Trim-cover*2 Parallel cable 1 (Battery Module) Quick Guide Anti-tipping plate * 2 ST 6.3×85 self-tapping screws * 2 M4x9 stainless steel screw * 4 Mounting bracket * 1 Quick Guide *1 Connecting piece for mounting brackets * 2 Figure 4-6: Packing list of the APX 5.0P-B1-US Ø...
  • Page 26 90° Deep 45~50mm M8 expansion Dia 10.0mm (Deep1.77~1.97in) (Dia 0.3in) screw 1 Ensure that the alignment markings are properly marked. Secure the base to the ground using the M8 expansion screws Move up the bottom battery connecting piece. Figure 4-8: Secure the base Step 1: Place the base on the predetermined installation position to mark the hole positions, then drill holes with the appropriate drill bit.
  • Page 27 Fix the L-shaped anti-tip kit to the BM on both sides. Fix the L-shaped anti-tip kit to the mounting bracket on both sides. Secure the captive screws on the bottom battery connecting piece to the BM. Move up the handle. Secure the captive screws on the handle to the BM above.
  • Page 28: Wall-Mounted Installation

    4.3.3 Wall-mounted Installation Stick the paper template for drilling holes onto the wall and keep it level. Please select the appropriate installation dimensions (12 in, 16 in, 20 in or 24 in), and mark the hole positions using a marker Fix the mounting bracket to the wall using the M8*95 screws Figure 4-12:Installing the wall brackets...
  • Page 29 ST 63×85 self-tapping screw Insert the connecting piece between the mounting brackets to the base, then insert the other end to the mounting bracket. Secure the mounting bracket to the wooden wall using the self-tapping screw. Figure 4-14:Installing the mounting brackets Step 3: Insert the connecting pieces between the mounting brackets into the holes on the base, then insert the other end of the connector into the bracket.
  • Page 30: Electrical Connection

    Fix the L-shaped kit to the PM on both sides . Fix the L-shaped anti-tip kit to the mounting bracket on both sides. Move up the handle. Secure the captive screws on the handle to the PM above. Figure 4-16:Installing the power module Step 5: Place the PM on the top.
  • Page 31: Connecting To The Inverter

    4.4.1 Connecting to the inverter Note: Please be careful with the components inside the inverter during drilling. drilling MIN 3-11.4K TL-XH-US START BAT+ BAT- BAT+ BAT - RS485 Communication cable Figure4-17: Communication port connection drilling MIN 3-11.4K TL-XH-US Grounding cable START BAT+ BAT- Power cable...
  • Page 32: System Connection

    4.4.2 System connection A DC switch (switch-disconnector) has been installed in the Ø Power Module. Therefore, a DC circuit breaker is not recommended to be installed between the battery system and the hybrid inverter system. If you have installed a DC circuit breaker, do not perform operations on the DC circuit breaker with power-on, otherwise the machine may be damaged.
  • Page 33 Fig 4-13 Note: When installing in two columns, please purchase the APX-US parallel extension package, which includes power cables, communication cables, ground cables and a base. 4.4.2.2 System connection diagram Temperature 90℃(194℉) Screw 2Nm (17.6inlbs) BAT+ BAT- 2Nm(17.6inlbs) 1Nm(8.8inlbs) 2Nm(17.6inlbs) Note: The ground cable is installed on the upper and lower...
  • Page 34 Note: Battery modules must be paralleled with B+ to B+, B- to B-. Link-in Insert the waterproof cover Tighten the waterproof cover Notes: The battery is connected APX 5.0P-B1-US Parallel extension cable to the ground cable...
  • Page 35 Figure 4-22: Two-column installation Note: The battery module is not allowed to be installed when inverter/power module/battery module is running. Ensure that all the lights indicating “RUN” of battery modules are off before installation. Ensure that the protective earth cable is securely connected.
  • Page 36 4.4.2.3 Electrical wiring connection A. APX 55042-P0-US (Power Module) wiring Figure 4-23: APX 55042-P0-US wiring diagram Step 1: Insert the power cable into the corresponding port. The click sound indicates a robust connection. The power cables are delivered with the Power Module.
  • Page 37 For a single APX battery system, the “Link-in” and “Link out” Ø port of the Power Module don't need to be connected as they are only used for cascading the APX battery systems. Please pay attention to the connector color when connecting the power cables.
  • Page 38 Step 2: Insert the communication cables into the “Link-in” and “Link out” port, and then tighten the communication terminals clockwise. Step 3: The "Link out" port of the last battery module does not need to be connected. Tighten the dust cover. The last battery module refers to the battery module that is the Ø...
  • Page 39 2Nm(17.6inlbs) 2Nm(17.6inlbs) Figure 4-25: Installing external cables...
  • Page 40: Power On/Off The Apx Battery System

    Power on/off the APX Battery 5 System Ø Personnel who install and operate the Battery System must receive thorough training and possess the local and national required qualifications before operation. Only qualified professionals and trained personnel are allowed to install, operate and maintain the equipment.
  • Page 41 The APX battery system will automatically shut down in a few minutes after the LED indicator and the logo “Growatt” NOTICE go off. Do not turn on the switch until it is completely powered...
  • Page 42: Power Off The Apx Battery System

    Step 2: Turn off the DC switch of the inverter(Figure 5-1). Step 3: Turn off the DC switch of the Power Module(Figure 5-2). Step 4: Wait for 15 minutes until the LOGO indicator (GROWATT) on the APX turns off, indicating that the system is completely powered off.
  • Page 43: Maintenance Guide

    6 Maintenance Guide 6.1 Preparation After the system is powered off, the remaining electricity and heat still exist in the chassis, which may cause electric shocks or burns. Therefore, you need to wear protective gloves and perform operations 10 minutes after the system is powered off.
  • Page 44: Led Indicators

    Put the battery pack or the high voltage controller back into the packing case Ø according to the repair procedures and transport the Battery Module or the Power Module to the designated site. Install new Battery Module or Power Module following the procedures specified Ø...
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    6.5 Troubleshooting Indicator Description Suggested measures Please refer to Section 6.6 Power System failure Module Fault Code List (Steady red) Power Module Please refer to Section 6.6 Power Protection (Blinking green at Module Protect Code List short intervals) Power Module Indicator Description Suggested measures...
  • Page 46: System Fault Information List And Troubleshooting Suggestions

    6.6 System fault information list and troubleshooting suggestions PM (Power Module) Error Code List Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off. Then check if the power cables between BM and PM are BM output power connected properly.
  • Page 47 Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off. Then turn on the PM parallel Error 411(6) breaker and long press the START button to operation failed power on the machine.
  • Page 48 Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off. Then turn on the PM output short- breaker and long press the STARTto power on Erro506(3) circuited the machine and check if it is in normal...
  • Page 49 PM (Power Module) Protect Code List ProtectCode Fault description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been Temperature of heat completely powered off. Then turn on Protect 408(0) sink in BM or PM is the breaker and long press theSTART too high button to power on the machine;...
  • Page 50 ProtectCode Fault description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Power off the system, then check if the communication cable between PM and PM is properly connected; Communication 2. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. between PMs in the Confirm that the whole system has been Protect 500(9) system with completely powered off.
  • Page 51 BM (Battery Module) Error Code List Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Communication Confirm that the whole system has been between the PM's completely powered off. Then turn on the Error 411(1) monitoring and main breaker and long press the START button...
  • Page 52 Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been BM's software and completely powered off. Then turn on the Error 419(5) hardware versions breaker and long press the START button are inconsistent to turn on the machine;...
  • Page 53 Error Code Fault Description Troubleshooting suggestions 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off. Then turn on the Error 1074 FUSE failure breaker and long press the “START button to turn on the machine;...
  • Page 54 BM (Battery Module) Protect Code List Fault ProtectCode Troubleshooting suggestions description 1. The system will automatically recover after BM heat sink the battery cools down; Protect 408(0) temperature is 2. If the fault message persists, contact the too high manufacturer. 1.
  • Page 55 Fault ProtectCode Troubleshooting suggestions description 1. It will automatically recover after 1 hour, or turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM, confirm that the whole system has been BUS soft start completely powered off, then restart it; Protect 603(2) failed 2.
  • Page 56 Fault ProtectCode Troubleshooting suggestions description Discharge low 1. The battery temperature is too low, charging Protect 1015 temperature and discharging are limited, and it can protection automatically recover. 1. The battery temperature difference is too Large PACK large, charging and discharging are limited, temperature Protect 1017 and it can automatically recover;...
  • Page 57 Fault ProtectCode Troubleshooting suggestions description Charging high 1. The battery temperature is too high, and Protect 1034 temperature charging is limited. It can automatically protection recover. 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off.
  • Page 58 Fault ProtectCode Troubleshooting suggestions description Internal ambient 1. The internal ambient temperature is too high. Protect 1047 temperature Charging and discharging are limited. over-high 2. It can automatically recover. protection 1. Turn off the air circuit breaker of the PM. Confirm that the whole system has been completely powered off.
  • Page 59: Cleaning

    6.7 Cleaning Checking the heat dissipation Ø In case that output reduction of the APX battery system occurs regularly due to high temperature, please improve the heat dissipation conditions, such as cleaning the heat sink. Cleaning the APX battery system Ø...
  • Page 60: Technical Specifications 7

    Technical Specifications 7 7.1 APX 55042-P0-US (Power Module) Items Specifications Model APX 55042-P0-US B+/B- voltage range 330V-450V BAT+/BAT- voltage range 380V-550V Maximum current Peak current Operating temperature range -20℃~+50℃(-4°F~+122°F) IP rating IP66 Communication method CAN2.0 690*185*295 mm ±2mm Dimensions (W/D/H) (27.17*7.28*11.61 in±0.08 in) Weight 16±1kg(35.27±2.20 lbs)
  • Page 61 Formula for calculating the rated capacity: Rated capacity of the measured module: 100 Ah N (Number of modules connected in Parallel): 1~6 Rated capacity (Ah) = 100 Ah *N Growatt USA, Inc. 9227 Reseda Blvd, #435 Northridge, CA 91324, USA. +1-866-686-0298 usaservice@ginverter.com...
  • Page 62 Download Manual Growatt USA, Inc. 9227 Reseda Blvd, #435 Northridge, CA 91324, USA. +1-866-686-0298 usaservice@ginverter.com us.growatt.com GR-UM-340-A-02 (PN:044.0119602)