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Contents Purpose ............................................1 Product Name Description ..................................1 Product Model Description ..................................2 Explanation of Symbols ..................................... 2 Abbreviations in this Manual ................................3 Symbols ............................................ 4 Personal Requirements ....................................5 General Requirements ....................................6 Equipment Label Protection .................................. 7 Establishment of Safety Warning Signs ............................
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4.3.1 Working Environment Requirements ......................... 40 4.3.2 Installation Space Requirements ........................... 40 4.3.3 Installation Foundation Requirements ........................42 Handling of the Cabinet ..................................44 Mechanical Installation Steps ................................45 System Electrical Diagram ..................................47 Cable Requirements and Bolt Torque ............................48 Grounding ...........................................
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Purpose This manual describes the Optim US-L260-Omni Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Energy Storage System (hereinafter referred to as "the system" unless otherwise noted) from Pylontech in terms of its overview, installation, commissioning, maintenance, etc. Please read this manual before installing the system and follow the instructions carefully during installation.
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Product Model Description Optim US-A1-M7-A-125/261-EU-xx Designation Description Product Series Optim US Series “A” represents type of the cabinet “A” represents “all in one cabinet (including the system. PCS).” “1” is the serial number. Battery model used in the product The product uses M7 battery. Product Version Version A The rated power of the PCS (in kW)
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Abbreviations in this Manual Abbreviation Designation Pylontech Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd. European Union Alternating Current Direct Current Battery Management System Battery Management Unit Manual Service Disconnect Power Conversion System State of Charge Battery State of Health, in percent Uninterruptible Power Supply...
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Safety Symbols Read the manual before installing and operating the battery system. Must wear an ear protector. General warning label indicating potential hazards. Warning: electric shock. Warning: flammable materials. Do not connect the positive and negative reversely. Keep away from flame or ignition sources. Keep away from children.
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Personal Requirements 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. Incorrect operation or work may cause: Injury or death to the operator or a third party. ...
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General Requirements 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. Lethal voltages are present in the battery terminals and cables. Severe injuries or death may occur if you touch the cables and terminals.
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There is high voltage in the system, and any accidental contact may lead to fatal electric shock. Be sure to observe the following when working with the system: Tag and lock the working area. There must be an escort to ensure personal safety. ...
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Electrostatic Protection Contact or improper handling of printed circuit boards or other static-sensitive components can cause damage to the device. Avoid unnecessary contact with the circuit board. Observe electrostatic protection norms, such as wearing anti-static bracelets. Moisture Protection Do not open the cabinet door when the air humidity is >95%.
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System Introduction System Overview The Optim US-L260-Omni is a high voltage battery storage system based on lithium iron phosphate battery. This system is especially suitable for industrial and commercial application scenarios such as grid peak shaving and valley filling, power capacity increase, photovoltaic storage charging system, and backup power.
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System Description The outdoor integrated battery energy storage system connects the power grid with the storage battery through the energy storage converter PCS, and realizes the bidirectional energy transfer between the DC battery of the battery energy storage system and the AC grid by applying the principle of AC/DC conversion.
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System Specifications Optim US-A1-M7-A-125/261-EU-xx Specifications Model Name (where xx=01, 02, 03, 04 or 05, represents the firefighting configuration) Rated Output Voltage (VAC) Auxiliary Max. Output Current (A) Power Parameters Rated Frequency (Hz) Rated Power (kW) Rated Voltage (VAC) Rated Current (A) AC side (On-grid) Max current (A)
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Optim US-A1-M7-A-125/261-EU-xx Specifications Model Name (where xx=01, 02, 03, 04 or 05, represents the firefighting configuration) Relative Humidity 0-95% RH, non-condensing Noise (dB) 75 @ 1 meter Altitude (m) ≤ 3000 Pollution Degree PD3 (Outside), PD2 (Inside) Cooling Type Liquid Cooling Coolant 50% water, 50% ethylene glycol Nominal Operating pressure (bar)
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Reference standards 3.4.1 System Related Standards Description Code CE LVD Directive 2014/35/EU EN 62477-1 UN38.3 Safe Transport Standard UN38.3 CE EMC Standard EN IEC 61000-6-2:2019 EN IEC 61000-6-4:2019 3.4.2 Battery Related Standards No. Description Code IEC62619-2022 IEC63056 Safety Standard for Secondary Lithium Batteries IEC62477-1 IEC62040-1 ISO 13849-1...
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System Components NO. Description Location NO. Description Location ① ⑬ Cabinet Body Battery Control Module ② ⑭ Sound-light Alarm ③ ⑮ Explosion-proof ventilation Liquid Chiller fan (air outlet) ④ ⑯ Figure 1 LAN Port ⑤ ⑰ Product Nameplate Dehumidifier Figure 2 ⑥...
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① Cabinet Body ② Sound-light Alarm ③ Explosion-proof ⑧ EPO ventilation fan (air oulet) ④ LAN Port ⑦ Status Indicator ⑤ Product Nameplate ⑥ Ventilation window (air inlet) Figure 1- Front View (door closed)
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㉑ Aerosol Can ⑨ Battery Module ⑳ Temperature Sensor ⑲ Combustible Gas Detector ⑱ Smoke Detector ⑰ Dehumidifier ⑩ LEMS ⑪ Black Start Button ⑯ UPS ⑫ Circuit Breakers ⑬ Battery Control Module ⑭ PCS ⑮ Liquid Chiller Figure 2: Front View (door open)
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3.5.1 Outdoor Cabinet Outdoor Cabinet Parameters Item Parameters Dimensions (mm) ± 5 (W) x 2480 ± 5 (H) x 1300 ± 5 (D) Color Outdoor Orange Texture RAL9003 IP Rating IP55 Plate Material Cabinet body: SGCC, Bottom Base: Q235NH Corrosion Resistance Grade Maintenance Front and back doors available Safety Precautions...
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3.5.2 Battery String The system has one battery string, including one control Module (BMS) and five battery modules. 3.5.2.1 Specifications of the Battery String PowerCube-M7A Battery String Battery Module Model HM7A200L Control Module (BMS) Model OPS10M7A200E Humidity (%) 5 – 95 (without condensing) Round-trip efficiency (%, @ 0.5 C) Depth of Discharge (DOD) (%) Battery Module Quantity (pcs)
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Battery Module Interface Item Description Item Description ① ⑤ Power Terminal B+/B- Liquid Outlet Port Connector ② ⑥ MSD (Manual service disconnect Pressure Relief Port ⑦ ③ Liquid Inlet Port Connector Communication Port (COM IN/ COM/ OUT) ④ Liquid Cooling Plate ①...
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3.5.2.3 Control Module The appearance and the specifications of the control module are shown as follows. Specifications OPS10M7A200E AC Supply for BMS 230VAC/50Hz/1.3A System Operation Voltage (VDC) 0~1000 Dimension (mm) 460 (W) × 758 (D) × 160 (H) Communication RS485\CAN\LAN Protection Class IP20 Weight(kg)
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Control Module Front Interface Item Description Item Description ① ⑧ Power Terminal B- Status LED ② ⑨ Power Terminal B+ Dry Contact ③ ⑩ Circuit Breaker LAN Port ④ ⑪ External Power Terminal D- RS485 Port ⑤ ⑫ External Power Terminal D+ CAN-A, CAN-B Ports ⑥...
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⑥ BMU-LINK Communication port to connect the battery module. ⑦ 24VDC IN Connects to 24VDC external power for supplying power to the control module. ⑧ STATUS (LED) ● ● Indicates the status of the battery string (Normal , Abnormal ⑨ Dry Contact (Dry Contact Terminals): provide 2 input and 4 output dry contact signals.
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3.5.3 LEMS The outdoor cabinet adopts a local energy management system device LEMS 1000 for communication. It can communicate upwards with the devices as upper controller. It can also communicate downwards with the devices as battery control module, PCS, fire suppression control panel, power meter, UPS, thermal management device, sensors, etc.
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3.5.3.1 Interface Panel of the MBMS Port Silk-screen Description and Function An Ethernet Port (100Mbps) Used for SCADA, EMS, LAN1 with default Cloud Platform and etc. IP:192.168.10.100 They are backup for each other, and support An Ethernet Port (1Gbps) IEC61850, IEC60870-5-104, LAN2 with default IP:192.168.11.100 and Modbus/TCP protocols.
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Port Silk-screen Description and Function All these six RS485 ports can be connected through RS485 ports to devices, e.g. air-conditions, energy meters, RS485 A1B2~A6B6 humidity-temperature sensors, liquid chiller, H2/CO concentration sensors, PCSs, dehumidifiers, etc. RX6/TX6/GND6 RS232 Two debug ports. RX/TX/232G Dry Contact, 16 Digital Inputs.
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3.5.3.2 LED Indicators Instructions Silk- Indication Details Indicator screen Green. LED indicator on indicates the device itself is Powered on. When the device is powered on, it will flash once per Power LED two seconds (0.5Hz). When the device is being upgraded or data- downloading, it will flash twice per second (2Hz).
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3.5.4 PCS (Metis-130-E) The directional PCS realizes the charge and discharge control of the energy storage battery. It is an important part of the smart grid, which can regulate power resources and ensure the normal operation of the grid. On one hand, the PCS can invert the direct current of the energy storage battery into alternating current to supply power to the load or input into the grid;...
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DC Isolator Switch Connection switch with battery Communication dongle interface Wi-Fi/4G (interface) ETH1. ETH2. Ethernet communication wiring (Ethernet Interface, currently not enabled (currently not enabled) BAT+. BAT-. (Battery interface) DC input connection Protective earthing point Connection point for protective earthing Display Panel of the PCS Description of LED indicators on the LED panel Silk Screen...
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Slow Blink (1s on, 4s CAN Communication The device receives CAN data. off) Medium Slow Blink ECB Communication The device receives ECB data. (1s on, 2s off) Green Blink (1s on, 1s off) IOT Communication The device receives IOT data. ②COM.
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3.5.5 Liquid Chiller (EMW50HFNC1A) The outdoor cabinet is equipped with a 5kW liquid chiller to control the temperature and of the battery compartment. The energy storage battery system inside the cabinet is the main heat source. And the liquid chiller’s parameters are selected based on the battery system’s total heat generation to meet the requirements in the target environment.
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Parameter Determination Outlet Temperature Setting Range (°C) 10~35 (Heating Point≤ Cooling Point) Default Cooling Set Point (°C) Default Heating Set Point (°C) Communication Protocol RS485/CAN Recycled Flow Rated Circulating Flow (L/Min) 46.5@60kpa Power Consumption Cooling Input Consumption@ W18/L35 (kW) 2.50 2.35 Heating Input Consumption@ Tu=10℃...
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3.5.6 UPS (9PX1000IRT2U) The cabinet is equipped with a set of UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to provide backup power for BMS, LEMS, Gas detector, temperature sensor, smoke sensor, etc. in the integrated cabinet. Rear Panel of the UPS NO. Description Description ①...
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Control Panel of the UPS The UPS has a five-button graphical LCD. It provides useful information about the UPS itself, load status, events, measurements and settings. Fault indicator Online mode (red) indicator (green) Bypass mode Battery mode indicator (orange) indicator (orange) Online mode 100% 100%...
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3.5.7 Safety Features This system is equipped with the safety features, e.g. fire suppression system, smoke detector, temperature sensor, gas detector, explosion-proof ventilation fan (air inlet and air outlet), battery system over temperature protection, etc. When a fire or other emergency occurs or the temperature reaches certain point, aerosols will be released from the fire extinguisher to suppress the fire.
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3.5.7.1 Fire Suppression System Introduction The outdoor battery cabinet is equipped with an aerosol fire extinguishing solution. The fire extinguishing mechanism of aerosol is mainly reflected in two aspects: (1) The cooling effect of endothermic decomposition. (2) The chemical inhibition of the gas phase and the solid phase plays a synergistic role between each other.
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Mechanical Installation Checking Before the Installation Checking the Outer Packing After receiving the product, check the outer packing for damage, such as holes, cracks, deformation and so on. If any damage is found, contact us as soon as possible. Checking Deliverables After unpacking the product, check that the deliverables are complete.
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Selecting the Installation Sites 4.3.1 Working Environment Requirements The following requirements must be met for installation: Be sure to keep the cabinet away from high salt spray, corrosive environment, away from heat source and flammable and explosive materials. The installation environment should be as far away from the living area as possible. If there is a ...
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The installation space for a single cabinet system is shown below (recommended spacing). Rear Front...
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4.3.3 Installation Foundation Requirements The installation site needs to meet the following requirements: The installation foundation should be able to bear the total weight of the whole outdoor cabinet system (about 2900kg). The installation foundation should be concrete or channel steel support structure, which ...
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The cabinet is fixed at the bottom, and holes should be pre-opened on the installation site in accordance with the fixed holes (marked in red) in the base of the cabinet. See the drawing below. Front Rear Positioning holes of the cabinet base (Unit: mm) The inlet and outlet holes in the lower part of the outdoor cabinet need to be sealed with fireproof mud after the cable is connected.
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Handling of the Cabinet The outdoor cabinet can be transported by crane or forklift. Pay attention to the falling risk which can cause severe injury or death. Do not stand under a lifted load. Make sure no unauthorized personnel are in the vicinity of a lifted load. Pay attention to the center of gravity when lifting or forking the cabinet and keep the moving process slow, smooth and balanced.
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Mechanical Installation Steps Before installation, make sure that the mounting dimensions of the foundation are consistent with the mounting holes of the cabinet bottom base, as shown in the figure below. Use a crane or forklift to place the cabinet on the mounting foundation, aligning the 12 mounting holes (marked in red).
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Electrical and Communication Wiring This system is a high voltage AC system, operated by qualified and authorized person only. When wiring the cables, ensure that the energy storage system DC side and AC side are all disconnected. Whenever operating the system, wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) such as rubber gloves, rubber boots and goggles.
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Cable Requirements and Bolt Torque Cable Requirements The wire diameter of the cables used in the outdoor cabinet must be selected in accordance with the maximum current of the AC side and DC side, and there must be a residual reservation. Please follow the cable specifications below.
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Grounding Life-threatening electric shock may occur if the grounding is insufficient or absent. Before installation, make sure that the grounding points of the battery energy storage system are stable and reliable. PE (to the ground): There are three grounding points for cabinet grounding on the base of the ...
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Rear There is another grounding screw on the cabinet base at the rear. Grounding Screw Grounding Screw specification: M8 x 25 specification: M8 x 25 Grounding copper bar: Grounding cable(s) connected to grounding bar inside the cabinet. Grounding Screw specification: M6 x 20 Front...
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Battery Energy Storage System Connection Do not connect the positive and negative reversely. (1) Connect the positive and negative electrodes of the battery modules in series. (2) Connect the internal and external communication cables of the battery string 5.4.1 Cable List Item Description Power Cable, Orange, 2/0 AWG (BMS 'B+' to Battery Module 'B+')
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5.4.2 Battery String DC Wiring For the battery string system, the DC wiring should be done according to the drawing below. The section 5.4.1. label numbers correspond to the cable list in ...
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AC Side Cable Wiring Connect the cables for AC load through the pre-opened hole at the bottom plate of the cabinet. Make sure to feed the cables through the gland head. Gland head Load wiring input Port (To AC Load) Rear of the cabinet According to the labeling, connect the cables of each phase sequence in turn, three opposite sequences are not allowed.
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Communication Wiring Diagram Definitions of DI & DO Ports Definition Item Name DI01 Aerosol feedback DI02 UPS failure DI03 Smoke detector feedback DI04 Temperature sensor feedback DI05 EPO feedback DI06 Standby DI07 Grid Voltage Detector Relay Feedback DI08 Grid Relay Feedback DI09 Load Breaker Feedback DI10...
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Commissioning System Status 6.1.1 Battery String Status The battery string status can be viewed through the “STATUS “LED on the BMS of the battery string. Following are the details: ● ● “STATUS” LED: shows the status of battery module (Normal , Fault Table of LED Indicators Instructions STATUS...
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System Turning On Double check all the power cables and communication cables. Ensure that the voltage of the PCS matches the voltage of the battery system. Check to make sure that all the power switches are OFF. The switches or breakers between PCS and battery string must be off before the battery system power on.
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Turn on the BMS (battery control module) by switching on the circuit breaker of the control module. Circuit breaker Instructions of the battery system self-check process: The battery string’s system will enter self-check mode once the system is power on. •...
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System Debug Debug Step Actions section 5.2 Preparations for debug Turn on the BESS system, referring to Remark: Besides the BESS, if other equipment has its own system starting up steps, be sure to follow its own system operation manual. System function test (1) Check to make sure the power supply from the UPS is working normally.
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Maintenance This system is a high voltage AC system, operated by qualified and authorized person only. NOTE: Before maintenance or long-term storage, ensure to turn the system off. System Turning Off Procedure Turn off the AC Switch and DC Switch of the PCS. Disconnect the “QF7”, “QF6”, “QF5”, “QF4”...
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Routine Maintenance Due to the influence of ambient temperature, humidity, dust, vibration, etc., the internal components of the system or equipment will be aged or worn, which will lead to the potential failure of the system or equipment. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out routine maintenance on the system to ensure its normal operation and service life.
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(3) Check that the insulating wraps of the power cable terminals are not detached. (1) Check whether the control terminal screws are loose and tighten them with a screwdriver. Officially run for (2) Check whether there is any color change in the wiring Terminal and six months, then copper or screws.
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7.2.1 Battery Maintenance The power must be turned off prior to any maintenance of the battery. Voltage Inspection Check the voltage of battery system through the monitor system. Check if the system is abnormal voltage. For example: Single cell’s voltage is abnormally high or low. SOC Inspection Check the SOC of battery system through the monitor system.
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7.2.2 PCS Maintenance 7.2.2.1 Electrical and fixed connection inspection After installation and commissioning, routine inspection on follow items is recommended every three months. Record for each inspection should be made. Grounding connection. Electrical connection for DC input. Electrical connection for AC input. ...
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Section B During operation: Error Code checked from BMS (Modbus protocol Appendix IV or CAN ID 0*4250&0*4290): *The ‘Failure Definition’ and ‘Failure Mode’ column is reference from Pylontech Modbus protocol Appendix IV Error code 1 bit to present. Failure...
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Current Current Leakage Current With insulation gloves, disconnect the Leakage Error (Bit21) Leakage >25mA battery system and contact Pylontech service engineer. Self-test Self-test module Self-test failed. 1. Restart the battery system. Initial Error 2. If the problem persists, contact (Bit16) Pylontech service engineer.
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PCS Trouble Shooting Fault Information Solution Auxiliary power Disconnect the AC molded case circuit breaker and the DC isolation switch. supply fault After the indicator lights are off, close the AC molded case circuit breaker, close the DC isolation switch, and check again. Bus bar voltage Disconnect the AC molded case circuit breaker and the DC isolating switch.
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Overtemperature Check if the ambient temperature is within the allowable range of the PCS. fault Fan Fault Disconnect the AC molded case circuit breaker and disconnect the DC isolation switch. After the indicator lights are off, close the AC molded case circuit breaker, close the DC isolation switch, and check again.
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UPS Trouble Shooting Problem and Possible Reason Solution The battery connection is Check that the battery connector is properly incorrect. connected. NOT pressing the ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the UPS. button. The UPS can’t be Check that both ends of the power cable The UPS is not connected to the started.
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Despite the The grid voltage is too high, too presence of grid Switch the UPS to another electrical outlet. Test low, or unstable. Generators power, the UPS the input voltage according to the grid voltage powered by cheap fuel cannot display.
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Emergency Disposal (EPO) In case of fire or any situation beyond the control of anyone, please immediately press the emergency stop button (EPO) to stop the system. DO NOT touch the EPO during normal operation. To restore the system, firstly rotate the EPO button in the operating direction on the door to make the button pop up, and then power on the system according to the power on steps.
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Shipment and Storage Shipment The outdoor battery cabinet is handled by forklift or hoisting. – The indoor battery cabinet is transported with battery. Therefore, ALWAYS avoid violent impact during handling. – It should be fixed firmly during transportation, and no displacement is allowed in the carriage. –...
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