Summary of Contents for Firefly PYX/800/250 PYX/800/250/S
- Page 1 Pyxis Power Pack User manual v3.2 For use with the following models: PYX/800/250 PYX/800/250/S PYX/800/250/1 PYX/800/250/1/S PYX/400/250 PYX/400/250/S PYX/400/250/1 PYX/400/250/1/S PYX/BEM/110 www.fireflysolar.net...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of ConTenTs 1 Introduction 1.1 Foreword 1.2 Conventions 1.3 Warnings 1.4 Standards & Regulations 1.5 Disposal & Recycling 1.6 Firefly Contact Details 1.7 About Firefly 1.8 What’s In The Box? 2 Getting Started 2.1 Storage, Lifting & Positioning 2.1.1 Storage 2.1.2 Lifting 2.1.3 Positioning 2.2 Before Using For The First Time 2.3 The Pyxis Control Panel... - Page 3 Table of ConTenTs 3.3 Care And Maintenance 3.3.1 General Cleaning 3.3.2 Cooling Fan Maintenance 3.3.3 Caring For The Batteries 3.3.4 Testing Pyxis 3.4 Troubleshooting 4 Battery Extender Module 4.1 Introduction 4.1.1 Stacking 4.1.2 Connecting The First Battery Extender Module to Pyxis 4.1.3 Connecting Additional Battery Extender Modules to Pyxis 4.1.4 Charging Battery Extender Modules 5 Technical Information 5.1 Pyxis Run Times...
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Page 4: Introduction
1 InTrOducTIOn 1.1 Foreword Firefly take this opportunity to congratulate you on receiving your new Pyxis Power Pack. Designed and manufactured within the United Kingdom using quality European sourced electrical components, your new Pyxis offers sustainable power generation with the reliability that you demand. -
Page 5: Warnings
The following terms are used in this manual to provide greater clarity: • Firefly will be referred to as “The manufacturer”. • The Pyxis Power Pack will be referred to as “Pyxis” or “Unit”. • Any items that consume power will be referred to as “Consumers”. -
Page 6: Standards & Regulations
Firefly will ensure the safe decommissioning and recycling of the unit at no charge if the unit is returned to the manufacturer. Otherwise, please contact the manufacturer for more information on safe and proper decommissioning of your Pyxis. -
Page 7: About Firefly
1.7 About Firefly Firefly is the market leading expert in the design and manufacture of off-grid, portable Hybrid Power Solutions for temporary and permanent power applications. Firefly has built its highly regarded reputation within the industry, based on excellent customer service and product reliability. Founded in 2007 the Company continues to develop innovative solutions to cater to the needs of its ever growing customer sectors. -
Page 8: Getting Started
2 GETTInG STArTEd 2.1 Storage, Lifting & Positioning 2.1.1 Storage 1. Pyxis is designed to be used and stored outside. However, to prevent unnecessary weathering it is recommended that the unit is stored inside when possible. 2. It is recommended that the battery bank is charged regularly while in storage. -
Page 9: The Pyxis Control Panel
2.3 The Pyxis Control Panel 1. Solar Isolator 2. AC Output Protection 3. Battery Condition Indicator 4. Inverter On/Off Switch 5. Solar Array Inputs 6. Solar Array Indicator 7. Main Isolator 8. Battery Extender Module & 12 V DC Charging 9. Earth Point 10. -
Page 10: Connecting Pyxis
2.4 Connecting Pyxis WArnInG A protective earth must be connected to the earth connection point on the unit’s front panel in compliance with applicable local standards and regulations. This can be done either by connecting to a suitable existing electrical earth, or by using an earth rod available from the manufacturer. -
Page 11: Connect The Input
2.4.2 connect The Input There are a number of means available to charge the unit : AC/DC Mains Charger, Vehicle Accessory Socket, Solar Fold-Array, Kinectrics PedGen. Further information on connecting these items is available in section “3.2 Charging Methods” on page Pyxis Battery Extender Modules are available to provide extended runtimes. -
Page 12: General Operation
3 GEnErAL OPErATIOn 3.1 Turning The Power On Once all connections are complete, the unit is ready to be switched on. For location of switches see “Fig. 1 - Control Panel” on page 9 1. Switch on the AC Output Protection switch “Fig. -
Page 13: Disconnecting Pyxis
3.1.3 disconnecting Pyxis 1. Ensure that Pyxis is turned off “3.1.2 Turning Off Pyxis” on page 2. Rotate the Main Isolator switch “Fig. 4 - Main Isolator” on page 12 to the off position. 3. Switch off the AC Output Protection switch “Fig. -
Page 14: Connecting The Supplied Battery Charger To A Single Pyxis Unit
Do not use the unit while it is being charged from an external battery charger. Otherwise damage to Pyxis and/or external components could occur. WArnInG Charging Pyxis with the wrong type of battery charger may result in over-charging of the batteries and could cause damage to the batteries and risk of injury to the user. -
Page 15: Charging From 12 V Dc Vehicle Accessory Socket
3. The main unit and the Battery Extender Modules will be charged simultaneously. 4. Battery charging and State Of Charge monitoring is handled by the battery charger. 5. Disconnect the battery charger when it indicates that the batteries are fully charged. 3.2.3 charging from 12 V dc Vehicle Accessory Socket A lead suitable for charging Pyxis from a vehicle is available from the manufacturer as an accessory. -
Page 16: Charging With Fold-Array 360 Wp 12 V
2. Pull the Solar extension cables out from the control panel Solar Array connectors “Fig. 1 - Control Panel” on page WArnInG Do not connect Firefly Solar Fold-Arrays with a total output of more than 360 Wp and 12 V. Page 16 Pyxis User Manual V3.2 with accessories... -
Page 17: Charging With Kinectrics Pedgen
3.2.5 charging with Kinectrics PedGen 3.2.5.1 Connecting 1. The equipment requires the use of an MC3 to Grey SB120 Anderson lead for connecting the regulated output of the Kinectrics Equipment. Please contact the manufacturer to obtain a suitable lead. 2. 1 x Kinectrics unit can be connected to Pyxis. 3. -
Page 18: Cooling Fan Maintenance
3.3.2 cooling Fan Maintenance 3.3.2.1 Removing The Cooling Fan Dust Filter 1. Remove the outer cover by grasping both sides and pulling straight outwards “Fig. 8 - Removing The Cooling Fan Filter” on page 2. Remove the plastic mesh and white filter material from the cover. 3.3.2.2 Checking The Cooling Fan Dust Filter In normal operating conditions the cooling fan dust filter must be checked at Fig. -
Page 19: Caring For The Batteries
3.3.3 caring For The Batteries Pyxis uses sealed, maintenance free batteries. The only routine care necessary is to ensure that when not in use, the unit and any Battery Extender Modules are charged at least once a month to keep the battery bank topped up. Refer to “3.2 Charging Methods”... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
3.4 Troubleshooting Issue Possible cause(s) Suggestion Check that the AC Output The Main Isolator switch is The AC Output Protection Protection Switch “Fig. 1 - on, but the consumers are may not be switched on Control Panel” on page 9 not receiving any power is pushed up to the on position. -
Page 21: Battery Extender Module
4 BATTEry ExTEndEr MOduLE 4.1 Introduction The Pyxis Battery Extender Module is available separately from the manufacturer, providing extended run times for Pyxis. 4.1.1 Stacking Interlocking corners are featured on both Pyxis and the Battery Extender Modules, allowing up to three Battery Extender Modules to be safely stacked with Pyxis “Fig. -
Page 22: Connecting The First Battery Extender Module To Pyxis
4.1.2 connecting The First Battery Extender Module to Pyxis 1. An interconnecting link lead is supplied with each Battery Extender Module. 2. Connect one end of the link lead to the Battery Extension & 12 V DC Charging connector on the Pyxis control panel. 3. -
Page 23: Technical Information
5 TEchnIcAL InFOrMATIOn Pyxis Technical Information Model Pyx/400/250 Pyx/800/250 Continuous Output @ 25°c 350 W 700 W Peak Power Output @ 25°c 700 W 1400 W Max Power Output (3 Minutes) 400 W 800 W Output Voltage 230 V AC (110 V AC Option Available) (Pure Sine Wave) Output Frequency 50 Hz... -
Page 24: Pyxis Run Times
Time at 500 W Output e.g. SdS hammer drill, Wall Mounted heater 0:20 1:40 3:00 * (Hours:Minutes), all run times are approximate E & OE, ©2014 Firefly Solar Generators Ltd. Scan to view the Pyxis video online. Alternatively, use this link: info@fireflysolar.net www.fireflysolar.net/pyxis-video www.fireflysolar.net +44 (0)1273 40 95 95 Page 24 Pyxis User Manual V3.2 with accessories... - Page 25 Pyxis Power Pack Accessories and Spares Available to order from Firefl y. Tel +44 (0) 1273 40 95 95 Pyxis Power Pack™ Power Storage Extender Increase Batt ery Storage capacity Storage capacity for Pyxis Power Pack™ can be rapidly increased by simply adding stackable Batt ery Power Storage Extender modules.
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