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- Page 1 INNOVATION. ENGINEERING. SOLUTION. LITHIUM PREMIUM UNDER SEAT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS F12-100X1 F12-100X2 F12-150X F12-150X2 F12-200X1 F12-280X F12-320X1 F12-300X2 F12-500X1 W W W. F O R S T E R - B AT T E R I E S . D E...
- Page 2 DATA / ORDER NO.: F12-100X1 F12-100X2 F12-150X F12-150X2 4251847300068 4251847300716 4251847300730 4251847301379 Capacity 100Ah 100Ah 150Ah 150Ah Replaces lead-gel-AGM battery 200Ah 200Ah 300Ah 300Ah 12.8V 12.8V 12.8V 12.8V Nominal voltage Energy content 1280Wh 1280Wh 1920Wh 1920Wh Operating voltage 10.5V - 14.6V 10.5V - 14.6V...
- Page 3 F12-200X1 F12-280X F12-320X1 F12-300X2 F12-500X1 4251847300754 4251847300891 4251847301805 4251847301423 4251847301874 200Ah 280Ah 320Ah 300Ah 500Ah 400Ah 560Ah 640Ah 600Ah 1000Ah 12.8V 12.8V 12.8V 12.8V 12.8V 2560Wh 3584Wh 4096Wh 3840Wh 6400Wh 10.5V - 14.6V 10.5V - 14.6V 10.5V - 14.6V 10.5V - 14.6V 10.5V - 14.6V yes, any number of the same type can be operated parallel! yes, 24V, 36V and a maximum of 48V can be operated serially...
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Page 4: General Product Information
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION The lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4) is the safest battery in the lithium-ion battery family. It is highly current resistant, universally applicable and has a low weight compared to lead, gel or AGM batteries. In addition, the latest lithium iron technology offers a high degree of intrinsic safety, eliminating the risk of explosion even under the most extreme conditions. - Page 5 Optionally, all our FORSTER X-series batteries are available with a 500A Bluetooth measuring shunt which allows to display the exact charge level via app. COLD RESISTANCE The extended cold resistance of the FORSTER X-series allows the batteries to operate at temperatures as low as -20°C. INSTALLATION Our FORSTER X-series batteries can be installed and operated in any position.
- Page 6 BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS-2.0) A battery management system monitors and controls the individual cells of a battery and protects them from damage. The BMS also controls the output power, which is rated at 200A continuous current and 400A peak current with our Power BMS. These high ampere values are the only way to operate powerful consumers such as Nespresso coffee machines without any problems.
- Page 7 MULTI-CHARGE-MODE (MCM): The BMS-2.0 of the FORSTER batteries is designed in such a way that 99% of the common chargers can continue to be used to charge our lithium battery even without a lithium charging program. Our special MCM software enables the charging curve to be adjusted in the battery itself and saves changing chargers.
- Page 8 SMART MEASURING SHUNT (OPTIONAL) The SmartShunt is a battery monitor. It measures battery voltage and current. Based on these measure- ments, it calculates the state of charge and the remaining runtime. It also tracks history data, such as the deepest discharge, the average discharge and the number of cycles. The SmartShunt connects to the VictronConnect app via Bluetooth.
- Page 9 BASIC ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The SmartShunt has 3 essential connections and one optional connection. This chapter describes how to connect these together. BATTERY NEGATIVE CONNECTION Connect the negative terminal of the battery to the M10 bolt on the “BATTERY MINUS” side of the SmartShunt.
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Page 10: Safety Guidelines
SAFETY GUIDELINES Please follow these instructions and keep them within easy reach of the LiFePO4 battery for future reference. Work on the LiFePO4 battery should only be carried out by qualified personnel. While working on the LiFePO4 battery, please wear protective goggles and clothing. If material from an opened battery, such as electrolyte or powder, comes into contact with the skin or eyes, it must be rinsed off immediately with plenty of water. -
Page 11: Transport Instructions
TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS The battery is tested in accordance with the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Subsection 38.3 (ST/SG/AC.10/11/Version 5). For transport, the batteries belong to category UN3480, Class 9, Packaging Group II and during transport these regulations must be complied with. This means that they must be packaged for transport by road, rail and sea (ADR, RID &... -
Page 12: Installation
INSTALLATION Never use a damaged battery! Make sure that you have the right polarity when connecting! MOUNTING: Ensure that the battery is adequately fastened with a retaining strap or mounting bracket. Normally, the LiFePO4 battery can be mounted in any position, unless specifically specified. BATTERY CONNECTION: The battery has M8 connection poles for screws or can be optionally converted to cone adapters. - Page 13 12V PARALLEL CONNECTION OF SEVERAL BATTERIES: Any number of FORSTER batteries of the same brand, type, age, capacity and state of charge can be connected in parallel to increase capacity. Make sure that the connection is correct because of the uniform load...
- Page 14 24V / 36V / 48V SERIAL CONNECTION OF SEVERAL BATTERIES: A maximum of 4 batteries (48V) of the same brand, type, age, capacity and state of charge can be connec- ted in parallel in series to increase the output voltage. Make sure that the connection is correct because of the uniform load distribution! Each individual battery must be fully charged in advance before the...
- Page 15 ATTENTION! Disconnect the charger if it is not used for a longer period of time! ATTENTION! Only use LiFePO4 chargers approved or released by FORSTER to ensure the service life of your battery! ATTENTION! Charge your LiFePO4 battery at a low state of charge of approx. 20% or after a shutdown due to...
- Page 16 CHARGER CONNECTION DIAGRAM 12V / 24V OR 36V CONNECTION, SINGLE BATTERY (–) Minus LADE- 12V/24V/36V 12V/24V/36V REGLER LiFePO4 LOAD CHARGE CONTROLLER (+) Plus 12V / 24V OR 36V CONNECTION OF SEVERAL BATTERIES IN PARALLEL (–) Minus 12V/24V/36V 12V/24V/36V LiFePO4 LOAD CHARGE CONTROLLER (+) Plus...
- Page 17 36V CONNECTION / 3 BATTERIES IN SERIES (–) Minus LiFePO4 CHARGE (+) Plus CONTROLLER ATTENTION! (–) Minus LiFePO4 LOAD No 36V charger can be CHARGE (+) Plus CONTROLLER used! The batteries connected in series must each be (–) Minus charged individually with LiFePO4 a 12V charger! CHARGE...
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Page 18: Charging Current
Although a lower charging current increases the service life of your battery, the high number of cycles alone means that it already lasts 7 times longer than your conventional battery using the old technology. Example: 100Ah FORSTER lithium battery ... - Page 19 We generally recommend a LiFePO4 or lithium charger with CC-CV charging method for charging your FORSTER lithium battery. If, however, you would like to continue using your already installed charger or solar controller, this is possible with our multi charge mode (MCM) in the BMS with automatic adjustment of your chargers to the battery type “lead-acid”.
- Page 20 SETTING AID Not all settings apply to your devices. The list is an overview from which you can select the values relevant to you. OPTIMISED CHARGING AND SHUNT SETTINGS FORSTER INDIVIDUAL BATTERIES ideal optional Battery type/charging programme/ LiFePO4 Lead-acid charge setting...
- Page 21 LiFePO4 charger is suitable for use in a camper van! BALANCING CELLS Your FORSTER LiFePO4 Battery has a built-in battery management system with an active balancing function. This function balances the four cells connected in series to an equal voltage level at all times.
- Page 22 Connection ground cable Victron Shunt 50mm² H07V-K stranded F100202 wire tinned, with M8 and M10 cable lug on both sides -black- 40cm CHARGERS Article no.: FORSTER XF1215 automatic LiFePO4 F1401205 12V/15A Charger in metal housing -300W- Article no.: FORSTER XF1240 automatic LiFePO4...
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Page 23: Winter Storage
Regularly check your connection cables and contacts for tight fit, deformation, cracks or damage! Check the battery housing for damage. A damaged battery must not be charged and must be checked by FORSTER Individual Batteries! If the running or charging time changes greatly in relation to the new condition, the battery should be... -
Page 24: Guarantee, Warranty
Batteries grants the legal warranty for production and material defects that were present at the time of delivery of the product. FORSTER Individual Batteries is not liable for typical signs of wear and tear. The warranty does not apply to defects that are due to natural wear and tear, improper use or lack of maintenance. - Page 25 Should products give rise to complaints, we apologise for this. Please make sure that the fault is not due to an application or setting error before returning the product. You are welcome to send us an e-mail in advance at info@forster-batteries.de with a description of the fault and, ideally, a picture of the problem.
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Page 26: Warranty Terms
Y E A R W A R R A N T Y FORSTER Individual Batteries GmbH grants a 5-year warranty on the goods advertised with the warranty promise from the date of purchase 15 January 2021. The period for calculating the warranty period begins with the invoice date. The warranty period is not extended due to the provisi- on of services under this warranty, in particular not in the case of replacement or repair. -
Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity
The following product has been testet with the listing standards and found in conformity with the EU Directive 2014/30/EU. It is possible to use CE marking to demonstrate the conformity with this EMC Directive. APPLICANT: FORSTER Individual Batteries GmbH ADDRESS: Gewerbestr.11 / 85652 Pliening / Germany LiFePO4 Battery... - Page 28 Y E A R W A R R A N T Y 200A 300A F O R S T E R I n d i v i d u a l B a t t e r i e s G m b H G e w e r b e s t r.
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