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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Fronius Reserva 6.3 kWh / 9.5 kWh / 12.6 kWh / 15.8 kWh EN-US Operating instructions 42,0426,0564,EA 003-17062025...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Electromagnetic fields Ground conductor General Information on the device How information is presented in the document Target group Data security Copyright Fronius Reserva Device concept Function overview Scope of supply Storage Intended use Foreseeable misuse Different operating modes Operating modes – Explanation of symbols Operating mode –... - Page 4 Commissioning with the browser Adding a battery in the user interface of the inverter Firmware update Appendix Service, maintenance and disposal Cleaning Maintenance Forced re-charging Disposal Warranty provisions Fronius manufacturer’s warranty Technical data Fronius Reserva Explanation of footnotes Dimensions Fronius Reserva...
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Page 5: General Information
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Page 7: Safety Information
Safety information Explanation of The warnings and safety instructions in these instructions are intended to pro- warnings and tect people from possible injury and the product from damage. safety instruc- tions DANGER! Indicates an immediately dangerous situation Serious injury or death will result if appropriate precautions are not taken. ▶... -
Page 8: Battery Hazard
IMPORTANT! Labels, warning notices, and safety symbols are located on the device. A descrip- tion can be found in these operating instructions. IMPORTANT! All safety and danger notices on the device: Must be kept in a legible state Must not be damaged/marked Must not be removed Must not be covered, have anything stuck on them, or painted over WARNING! -
Page 9: Recommended Measures In Case Of Emergencies
Electric shock Contact with live parts such as connection terminals. Do not touch the battery with wet hands. Keep the battery out of reach of children and animals. A battery may pose a risk of electric shock and burns due to a high short cir- cuit current. -
Page 10: Electromagnetic Fields
(EMF) occur in the environment around the inverter and the Fronius system components as well as in the area of the PV modules including the supply lines. In the case of exposure to humans, the required limit values are observed when the products are used in line with the intended use and the recommended dis- tance of at least 20 cm is observed. -
Page 11: General
General Information on IMPORTANT! the device Technical data, labels, warning notices, and safety symbols are affixed to the bat- tery. This information must be kept in a legible condition and must not be re- moved, covered, pasted over, or painted over. The notices and symbols warn against incorrect operation, which may result in serious injury and property dam- age. -
Page 12: How Information Is Presented In The Document
Warning notice Explanation of symbols – Warning notice General Warning Sign Warning: Electric voltage Warning: Heavy load Do not reverse polarities Warning: Hazards due to the charging of batteries No open flame; fire, open source of ignition, and smoking prohibited Warning: Explosive substances Keep out of reach of children and animals Follow the operating instructions... -
Page 13: Target Group
Instructions for action Action steps are displayed with consecutive numbering. This symbol indicates the result of the action step or the entire instruc- ü tion. Target group This document provides detailed information and instructions to ensure that all users can use the device safely and efficiently. The information is intended for the following groups of people: Technical specialists: People with appropriate qualifications and funda- mental electronic and mechanical knowledge, who are responsible for... -
Page 14: Fronius Reserva
Cover Base plate The Fronius Reserva battery is a stackable battery system. Up to a maximum of 4 battery systems can be operated in parallel operation. Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries are known for their high thermal and chemical stability. The multi-level safety design as well as intelligent safety monitoring systems ensure safe operation throughout the total life cycle. -
Page 15: Scope Of Supply
Scope of supply Reserva module Designation Quantity Battery module Cover L-shaped mounting bracket M6x12 TX 30 screw M6 washer Quick Start Guide Reserva BMS Designation Quantity Cover (top) Battery Management System (BMS) Cover (left) Cover (right) Quick Start Guide Drilling template... -
Page 16: Storage
Intended use The Fronius Reserva battery is intended for storing electrical energy from photo- voltaic systems. It is used to store surplus energy and release it again if neces- sary in order to optimize the energy supply and maximize the self-consumption of solar energy. -
Page 17: Foreseeable Misuse
Improper handling, such as dropping or exposing to strong vibrations. Backup power mode without suitable switching devices. Any modification or manipulation of the battery system that is not expressly recommended by Fronius. The supply of loads that require an uninterrupted supply (e.g., IT networks, life-sustaining medical devices). -
Page 18: Different Operating Modes
Primary meter records the load curve of the system and makes the measured data available for energy profiling in Fronius Solar.web. The primary meter also controls the dynamic power of feeding in. Loads in the system are the loads connected in the system. -
Page 19: Operating Mode - Self-Consumption Optimization
There is no energy available from the public grid. Operating mode Requirements – Cost-optim- Flexible electricity tariff ized battery The “Energy Cost Assistant” function in Fronius Solar.web must be activated. charging from The restrictions of the grid operator must be taken into account. the public grid... -
Page 20: Energy Flow Direction Of The Inverter
Battery systems distinguish between different operating states. In each case, the (only for battery relevant current operating state is displayed on the user interface of the inverter systems) or in Fronius Solar.web. Operating state Description Normal operation The energy is stored or drawn, as required. - Page 21 Operating state Description Start The battery system starts from energy-saving mode (standby). Forced re-charging The inverter recharges the battery, in order to maintain the SoC specified by the manufacturer or the set minimum SoC (protection against deep discharge). Calibration charging The battery system is charged to the SoC of 100% and then discharged to the SoC of 0%.
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Page 22: Operating Controls And Connections
Operating controls and connections Connection area Name Description HVB connector High-voltage battery (HVB) and data commu- nication connector SERVICE 12 V external activation signal connection DC1- Negative pole for DC connection to inverter or battery in parallel operation DC2- Negative pole for DC connection to inverter or battery in parallel operation DC1+ Positive pole for DC connection to inverter or... -
Page 23: Operating Controls
Operating con- trols Name Description LED status indicators Displays the status of the battery Start button/dark Press once to start the battery start Press and hold for 5 seconds for manual battery start (dark start) after system shut- down DC Disconnector Interrupts the current flow between the bat- tery and the inverter LED status indic-... - Page 24 Status Description LED status Charging (SoC) 0% - 25.0% 25.1% - 50.0% 50.1% - 75.0% 75.1% - 99.9% 100% Discharging / no 100% - 75.1% load 75.0% - 50.1% 50.0% - 25.1% 25.0% - 0% Error There is an error; please contact the technical specialist.
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Page 25: Installation
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Page 27: General
General System compon- All installed components in the PV system must be compatible with each other ent compatibility and have the necessary configuration options. The installed components must not restrict or negatively affect the functioning of the PV system. NOTE! Risk due to components in the PV system that are not and/or only partially compatible. -
Page 28: Choosing The Location
Choosing the Location Selecting the IMPORTANT! battery location The installation location must be selected so that all operating elements are eas- ily accessible and easy to operate. The battery must not be covered or installed in housings. The battery must not be installed or operated at more than 2,000 m above sea level. -
Page 29: Installation
Installation Selecting the Use appropriate mounting materials depending on the surface and pay attention mounting mater- to the recommendation for the screw dimensions for the L-shaped mounting bracket. The technical specialist is responsible for selecting the proper mounting materials. Wall installation A minimum distance of 300 mm is re- commended on the left and right side of the battery. -
Page 30: Structure Of The Battery
Align the drilling template horizontally on the wall and stick it on. Drill holes at the required fastening points. Carefully loosen the drilling template from the wall. Structure of the WARNING! battery Danger of electric shock due to live HVB connectors. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. - Page 31 WARNING! Danger due to contaminated battery connections. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ▶ Protect battery connections from soiling. ▶ Check the battery connections for contamination. ▶ Wear personal protective equipment (insulated gloves, safety goggles, pro- tective clothing) and a lint-free cloth to clean contaminated battery con- nections;...
- Page 32 Fasten the 2 connecting tabs using the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. Fasten the L‑shaped mounting brack- ets using the supplied screws (TX30), washers and to a torque of 5 Nm. In- sert the bolt anchors into the wall and fasten with a socket wrench (width across flats 13).
- Page 33 Fasten the 2 connecting tabs using the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. Fasten the L‑shaped mounting brack- ets using the supplied screws (TX30), washers and to a torque of 5 Nm. In- sert the bolt anchors into the wall and fasten with a socket wrench (width across flats 13).
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Page 34: Requirements For Connection
Requirements for connection Various cable Solid Multi-stranded Fine-stranded types Permitted cables IMPORTANT! for the electrical The cables used must comply with the applicable national standards and connection guidelines. Round copper conductors can be connected to the terminals as described below. DC connections Manufacturer Ø... -
Page 35: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Safety WARNING! Danger due to incorrect operation and incorrectly performed work. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ▶ Only a technical specialist is permitted to perform commissioning, main- tenance, and service activities for inverters and batteries, and only within the scope of the technical regulations. -
Page 36: Connecting The Ground Conductor
Connecting the IMPORTANT! ground conduct- The battery ground conductor must be connected externally (e.g., switch cabin- et). The technical specialist is responsible for selecting the ring cable lug and the screw lock. Fasten the ground conductor (PE) to the ground conductor connection us- ing the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. - Page 37 Select the cable cross-section in accordance with the instructions in Permitted cables for the electrical connection on page 34. Strip the insulation of the single conductors by 7 mm (0.27 inch). Disassemble the MC4 plugs. Guide the DC cable through the cable gland and the sealing ring.
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Page 38: Connecting The Dc Cables For Battery Parallel Operation
Tighten the cable gland to a torque of 2.5 Nm ‑ 3 Nm. Insert the MC4 plugs (+/-) into the re- spective slot until they engage. Connecting the WARNING! DC cables for battery parallel Danger due to loose and/or incorrectly clamped single conductors. operation This can result in serious injury and damage to property. - Page 39 Remove the caps. Select the cable cross-section in accordance with the instructions in Permitted cables for the electrical connection on page 34. Strip the insulation of the single conductors by 7 mm (0.27 inch). Disassemble the MC4 plugs.
- Page 40 Guide the DC cable through the cable gland and the sealing ring. Crimp the crimp contact onto the stripped DC cable using a suitable crimping tool. Push the crimp contact into the MC4 plug until there is an audible click. Tighten the cable gland to a torque of 2.5 Nm ‑...
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Page 41: Connecting The Data Communication Cables
Use network cables of type CAT5 STP or higher. Use a twisted cable pair for corresponding data cables. Use double insulated or sheathed data cables when they are near to bare conductors. Use shielded twisted pair cables to avoid interference. Fronius Fronius Inverter Reserva Inverter... -
Page 42: Connecting The Data Communication Cables For Battery Parallel Operation
First, guide the data cables through the union nut and then through the cable gland. Insert the plug insert until there is an audible click. Fasten the union nut to the cable gland. Connect the data cable to the “IN- VERTER”... - Page 43 Overview The terminating resistors are installed at the factory. For parallel battery opera- tion, the terminating resistors must be installed as shown below. System 1 System 2 System 3 System 4 Inverter INVERTER First, guide the data cable through the union nut, then through the seal and then through the cable gland.
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Page 44: Terminating Resistors
Connect the data cable to the “IN” (data input) or “OUT” (data output) data communication connection and rotate 90° to the right. Terminating res- Installation without terminating resistors can lead to interference in the opera- istors tion of the PV system. To ensure smooth operation, install the terminating resist- ors according to the following overview. -
Page 45: Finally
Finally... Mounting covers Place the cover (top) on the Reserva on the battery BMS and slide it to the right until the cover clicks into place. Push in the side covers from above, starting with the base plate, until the covers engage. -
Page 46: Adding/Replacing The Reserva Module Of The Battery System
Adding/replacing the Reserva module of the bat- tery system Safety WARNING! Danger of electric shock due to live HVB connectors. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ▶ Use the integrated handles for lifting and lowering. ▶ Wear personal protective equipment. -
Page 47: Setting The State Of Charge (Soc) With Service Mode
Example – Expansion outside of manufacturer’s recommendation SoH installed Reserva modules SoH entire battery system Setting the State ¨ To activate Service Mode, a connection to the user interface of the inverter is of Charge (SoC) required, see chapter Commissioning with the app on page Commis- with Service... -
Page 48: Removing Covers From The Battery
Removing covers Push the left and right covers on the from the battery Reserva BMS up and lift them off. Starting at the top Reserva module, push the left and right covers up and lift them off. Slide the top cover on the Reserva BMS to the left and lift off. -
Page 49: Disconnecting And Dismantling The Reserva Bms
Disconnecting Loosen the MC4 plugs (+/-) using a and dismantling suitable tool. the Reserva BMS Press the locking mechanism on the plug of the "INVERTER" data cable and remove the plug. For batteries in parallel operation, also disconnect the "IN" and "OUT" data cables. - Page 50 Loosen the L‑shaped mounting brack- ets. Undo the 2 connecting tabs. Lift the Reserva BMS installed in paral- lel off the last Reserva module.
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Page 51: Installing New Reserva Module
Installing new Position the new Reserva module in Reserva module parallel. Fasten the 2 connecting tabs using the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. IMPORTANT! Ensure there are sufficient fastening points, see chapter Wall installation page29. Fasten the L-shaped mounting brack- ets using the supplied screws (TX30), washers and to a torque of 5 Nm. -
Page 52: Installing The Reserva Bms
Installing the Place the Reserva BMS parallel to the Reserva BMS previous Reserva module. Fasten the 2 connecting tabs using the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. Fasten the L‑shaped mounting brack- ets using the supplied screws (TX30), washers and to a torque of 5 Nm. -
Page 53: Connecting The Reserva Bms
Connecting the Fasten the ground conductor (PE) to Reserva BMS the ground conductor connection us- ing the screws supplied (TX30) and to a torque of 5 Nm. Insert the MC4 plugs (+/-) into the re- spective slot until they engage. Connect the data cable to the "IN- VERTER"... -
Page 54: Mounting Covers On The Battery
Mounting covers Place the cover (top) on the Reserva on the battery BMS and slide it to the right until the cover clicks into place. Push in the side covers from above, starting with the base plate, until the covers engage. Push in the side covers of the Reserva BMS from above until the covers engage. -
Page 55: Commissioning
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Page 57: Switching On The Photovoltaic System
Switching on the photovoltaic system Switching on the Turn the DC disconnector of the bat- photovoltaic sys- tery to the "On" switch setting. Close the cover of the DC disconnect- or until there is an audible click and secure it against unauthorized opening with the screws. -
Page 58: Manual System Start
Notification of Status codes about the inactive state of the battery are displayed on the user in- system shut- terface of the inverter. A notification via e-mail can be activated in Fronius Sol- down ar.web. Manual battery... -
Page 59: Settings - User Interface Of The Inverter
Open the access point on the inverter by touching the sensor ü Communications LED flashes blue. Open the Fronius Solar.start app and scan the QR code on the rating plate of the inverter using a smartphone or tablet to connect to the inverter. Add the battery as in chapter... -
Page 60: Adding A Battery In The User Interface Of The Inverter
Adding a battery in the user interface of the inverter on page 60. The network wizard and product setup can be performed independently. A net- work connection is required for the Fronius Solar.web installation wizard. Ethernet: 169.254.0.180 open access point Establish a connection to the inverter (LAN1) using a network cable (min. - Page 61 Drag the firmware file into the Drag & drop file here field, or select via Browse file. ü The update is performed. All available updates are provided on the product page and in the “Fronius Down- load Search” area at www.fronius.com.
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Page 63: Appendix
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Page 65: Service, Maintenance And Disposal
Service, maintenance and disposal Cleaning Wipe the surfaces of the battery system, if necessary, with a damp cloth. Do not use cleaning agents, scouring agents, solvents, or similar products to clean the inverter. Maintenance Maintenance and service work may only be carried out by qualified technical per- sonnel. -
Page 66: Warranty Provisions
Warranty provisions Fronius manu- Detailed warranty conditions specific to your country can be found at www.froni- facturer’s war- us.com/solar/garantie ranty... -
Page 67: Technical Data
Technical data Fronius Reserva General data 30.85 Ah Usable capacity Max. charging current - 20 °C to -10 °C 2.5 A - 10 °C to 5 °C 8.0 A 5 °C to 15 °C 16.0 A 15 °C to 45 °C 32.0 A... -
Page 68: Explanation Of Footnotes
Electrical data 12.6 15.8 Number of modules Usable energy (kWh) 6.31 9.47 12.63 15.79 Nominal voltage (V) 204.8 307.2 409.6 Output voltage range (V) 179.2 268.8 358.4 230.4 345.6 460.8 Operating voltage range (V) 185.6 278.4 371.2 227.2 340.8 454.4 Charging/discharging power (kW) 5.94 8.91... -
Page 69: Dimensions
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