SOLAX TRIPLE POWER TSYS-HS51 (01) PDF Document

When installing the SOLAX TRIPLE POWER TSYS-HS51, please adhere to the following safety notices:

1. Contents may be periodically updated or revised. SolaX reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the product(s) and the program(s) described in this manual without prior notice.

2. The installation and maintenance can only be performed by qualified personnel who:

– Are licensed and/or satisfy state and local jurisdiction regulations;

– Have good knowledge of this manual and other related documents.

3. Before installing the device, carefully read, fully understand and strictly follow the detailed instruction of the user manual and other related regulations. SolaX shall not be liable for any consequences caused by the violation of the storage, transportation, installation, and operation regulations specified in this document and the user manual.

4. Use insulated tools when installing the device. Individual protective tools must be worn during installation, electrical connection and maintenance.

1. Overvoltage or wrong wiring may damage the Battery pack and cause combustion which may be extremely dangerous.

2. Leakage of electrolytes or flammable gas may occur due to any type of product breakdown.

3. Do not install the Battery pack in places where flammable and combustible materials are stored, and in which an explosive atmosphere is present.

4. The Battery pack wiring must be carried out by qualified personnel.

5. The Battery pack must be serviced by qualified personnel.

6. Ensure that the grounding cable is connected before handling the Battery pack.

Do’s

– DO keep the Battery pack away from flammable materials, heat sources, and water sources.

– DO keep the Battery pack out of reach of children and animals.

– DO practice proper battery storage by keeping the Battery pack in a clean environment, free of dust, dirt and debris.

– DO store the Battery pack in a cool and dry place.

– DO seal the outer cable connection hole to prevent ingress of foreign objects.

– DO confirm that the wiring of the device must be correct.

– DO install the device according to the local standards and regulations.

Don’ts

– DON’T expose the Battery pack to an open flame, or the temperature in excess of 140°F / 60°C.

– DON’T install or operate the Battery pack in places where there is excessive moisture or liquids.

– DON’T place the Battery pack in a high-voltage environment.

– DON’T disconnect, disassemble or repair the device by unqualified personnel. Only a qualified personnel is allowed to handle, install and repair the device.

– DON’T damage the device by dropping, deforming, impacting, cutting or penetrating with a sharp object. Otherwise, it may cause a fire or leakage of electrolytes.

– DON’T touch the device if liquid spills on it. There is a risk of electric shock.

– DON’T step on the packaging or the device may be damaged.

– DON’T place any objects on top of the Battery pack.

– DON’T charge or discharge a damaged Battery pack.

– DON’T dispose of the Battery pack in a fire. It may cause leakage or rupture.

– DON’T mix different types or makes of the Battery pack. It may cause leakage or rupture, resulting in personal injury or property damage.

In case of electrolyte leakage or gas generation:

Be sure to avoid contact with the discharge at all times. In case of accidental contact, please do as follows:

– In case of inhalation: Leave the contaminated area immediately, and seek medical attention at once.

– In case of contact with eyes: Rinse eyes with running water for 15 minutes, and seek medical attention.

– In case of contact with skin: Wash the contacted area thoroughly with soap, and seek medical attention.

– In case of ingestion: Induce vomiting, and seek medical attention.

If a fire breaks out where the Battery pack is installed:

– If the Battery pack is charging when the fire breaks out, and it is safe to do so, disconnect the Battery pack circuit break to shut off the power charge.

– If the device is not on fire yet, use a Class ABC fire extinguisher or a carbon dioxide extinguisher to extinguish the fire.

– If the Battery pack catches fire, do not try to put out the fire, and evacuate immediately.

– The Battery pack may catch fire when it is heated above 302°F / 150°C; in case of catching fire, it will produce noxious and poisonous gas. DO not approach and keep away.

Effective ways to deal with accidents:

– In case of a damaged Battery pack, place it into a segregated place, and call the local fire department or qualified personnel.

– If any part of the Battery pack or wiring is submerged, DO stay out of the water and DON’T touch anything. If the Battery pack gets wet, DON’T touch it.

– If the Battery pack is damaged, DON’T use it. Otherwise, it may result in both personal injury and property damage.

– DON’T use the submerged Battery pack again, and contact qualified personnel for assistance.

– DO contact SolaX immediately for assistance if you suspect that the Battery pack is damaged.

The BMS (TBMS-S51-8) packing list includes:

– BMS × 1

– BMS cover × 1

– Base × 1

– Adjustable bracket × 1

– Angle bracket × 1

– M4*10 Phillips-head screw × 6

– Expansion bolt × 4

– Self-tapping screw × 4

– M5*14 Phillips cheese head screw × 12

– Cable guard board × 1

– Positive power cable (2000 mm) × 1

– Negative power cable (2000 mm) × 1

– Communication cable (BMS port) (2000 mm) × 1

– RNB5.5-6 current terminal × 2

– Rotation wrench × 1

– Document

Note: The mark “*” indicates that the connector on one end of the power cable, connecting the BMS and inverter, is delivered with the inverter’s accessories kit. The RNB5.5-6 ring terminal is suitable for 6 mm² grounding wire.

The Battery pack (TB-HS51) packing list includes:

– Battery pack × 1

– M5*14 Phillips cheese head screw × 6

– Document

The Series Box accessory kit, which is recommended if the number of battery packs is 9 or more to achieve two towers in series, includes:

– Series box × 1

– Series box cover × 1

– Base × 1

– Adjustable bracket × 1

– Angle bracket × 1

– M4*10 Phillips-head screw × 6

– Expansion bolt × 4

– Self-tapping screw × 4

– M5*14 Phillips cheese head screw × 12

– Cable guard board × 1

– Positive power cable (2000 mm) × 1

– Negative power cable (2000 mm) × 1

– Communication cable (COM port) (2200 mm) × 1

– Heater cable (HEAT port) (2200 mm) × 1

– Grounding cable (2200 mm) × 1

– Rotation wrench × 1

– Document

The accessory kit can be purchased according to the actual situation.

For outdoor installation, the following precautions are recommended:

– Protect against direct sunlight, rain exposure, and snow layup.

– Exposure to direct sunlight raises the temperature inside the battery. This temperature rise poses no safety risks but may impact battery performance.

The operating environment should meet the following conditions:

– Ingress Protection: IP66

– Temperature Range: -30°C to +53°C

– Relative Humidity: 4-100%RH

– Maximum Altitude: 3000 m

Ensure the installation space for the SOLAX TRIPLE POWER TSYS-HS51 meets the following environmental and clearance requirements:

Environment:

– Avoid direct sunlight.

– Avoid rain exposure.

– Avoid snow lay up.

– Ensure good ventilation.

– Do not install near combustibles.

– Do not install near an antenna.

– Keep away from explosive materials.

– Keep away from corrosive materials.

Clearances (in mm):

– One Tower:

– More than 100 mm above the tower.

– More than 400 mm on both the left and right sides of the tower.

– Two Towers:

– More than 100 mm above the towers.

– More than 400 mm on the outer left and right sides of the towers.

– Between 400 to 800 mm space between the two towers.

Wall Requirements:

– The wall must be solid brick or concrete with a minimum thickness of 150 mm.

The following installation tools are required:

– Hammer drill (Ø10mm)

– Measuring tape

– Utility knife

– Marker

– Torque wrench (M4, M5)

– Crimping tool for RJ45

– Heat gun

– Rubber mallet

– Wire stripper

– Spirit level

– Vacuum cleaner

– Heat shrink tubing (Ø8 mm)

– Torque screwdriver (Phillips head: M4, M5)

– Ladder

– Safety goggles

– Anti-dust mask

– Insulating gloves

– Safety boots

An additional PE (Protective Earth) wire is required. The conductor cross-section depends on the rated current:

Before starting the mechanical installation, please note the following:

– CAUTION: To prevent injury from loads, it is recommended to have two people lift the battery pack due to its net weight of 47 kg.

– In the case of one tower, up to 8 battery packs may be installed.

– If the number of battery packs exceeds 6, please use a stable and sturdy ladder when lifting a battery pack.

– If you purchased 9 or more battery packs, a series box needs to be installed to connect two towers in series.

– In the case of two towers, “7+6” battery packs are recommended.

– Please ensure that the occupied floor area’s bearing capacity for the device is over four times the total weight.

– Please ensure that the thickness of any part of the wall is not less than 150 mm.

– The device must not be installed on a wood wall.

Follow these steps for a one-tower installation (example uses 8 battery packs):

Step 1. Unpack and identify the Base, Battery packs, and BMS.

Step 2. Place the Base on the floor. The side with “R” should be against the wall.

Step 3. Use a spirit level to check if the Base is even. If not, adjust the feet by turning clockwise to raise or counter-clockwise to lower until it is level.

Step 4. Place the Base against the wall. The recommended distance between the product and the wall is 100 mm. Mark the drill locations.

Step 5. Place the first battery pack onto the Base. Ensure the corners and edges are aligned before tightening the M5 screws to connect the pack to the base.

Step 6. Stack the remaining battery packs (up to 8 total) on top of each other, securing each one with the provided M5 screws. Install the angle bracket and adjustable bracket on the top battery pack.

Step 7. Remove the assembled bracket from the top battery pack.

Step 8. Mark the drilling locations for the bracket on the wall. Ensure the holes are at least 50 mm deep.

Step 9. Drill the holes (Ø10 mm). Use an electric drill dust collector to prevent dust from entering the battery pack.

Step 10. Insert the expansion bolts into the holes and tap them flush with a rubber mallet.

Step 11. Re-attach the bracket to the wall. Insert the self-tapping screw. Then, fully tighten the M5 screws connecting the bracket to the battery pack, followed by the M4 screws. Finally, fully tighten the self-tapping screws into the wall. Torque settings: M5 (1.3-1.5 N·m), M4 (0.9-1.1 N·m), Self-tapping screw (6-8 N·m).

Step 12. Place the BMS on top of the last battery pack. Gently press the BMS before tightening screws to ensure the connectors are tightly connected.

Step 13. Secure the BMS to the top battery pack using the angle bracket and M5 screws (1.3-1.5 N·m). Note that only one assembled bracket should be installed for one tower.

The installation procedure for two towers is the same as that for one tower. Please refer to the installation steps for “One Tower (Number of Battery Pack ≤ 8)”. A Series Box is required to connect the two towers. The recommended configuration for two towers is “7+6” battery packs.

Ensure there is between 400mm and 800mm of space between the two towers and more than 400mm of space on the outer sides of each tower.

Important Notices:

– The ends of the power and communication cables that connect to the inverter are bare and require an external connector.

– Before delivery, a short power cable, short-circuit plug, and waterproof cap are connected. Do not remove these items for a single tower installation.

Wiring Steps:

Step 1. Connect the grounding cable to the inverter.

Step 2. Plug the positive power cable to connect the “BAT+” port of the BMS and the “BAT+” port of the inverter.

Step 3. Plug the negative power cable to connect the “BAT-” port of the BMS and the “BAT-” port of the inverter.

Step 4. Plug the communication cable to connect the “BMS” port of the BMS and the “BMS” port of the inverter. Use the rotation wrench to close the end of the communication cable.

Step 5. Thread the cables through the cable entry on the cable guard cover. Insert the cable guard cover into the holes on the BMS.

Step 6. Secure the cable guard cover with M4 screws (torque 0.9-1.1 N·m).

Step 7. Install the BMS cover. Ensure corners and edges are aligned before tightening the screws.

Important Notice: The ends of the power and communication cables that connect to the inverters are bare and require external connectors.

Wiring Steps:

Step 1. Unplug the short power cable: Press and hold the lock button on the short power cable connector plugged into the BMS and pull it out. Do not remove it violently.

Step 2. Remove caps: Rotate the waterproof cap and the short-circuit plug counter-clockwise to remove them from the BMS.

Step 3. Connect cables to the inverter:

– Connect the grounding cable to the inverter.

– Plug the positive power cable to connect the “BAT+” port of the BMS to the “BAT+” port of the inverter.

– Plug the negative power cable to connect the “BAT-” port of the BMS to the “BAT-” port of the inverter.

– Plug the communication cable to connect the “BMS” port of the BMS to the “BMS” port of the inverter. Close the end of the cable using a rotation wrench.

Step 4. Connect Heater Cable: Plug the heater cable to connect the “HEAT” port of the BMS and the “HEAT” port of the series box. Ensure the arrows on the connector align with the groove before pushing it in.

Step 5. Connect Cables to Series Box:

– Connect the grounding cable to the series box.

– Plug the positive power cable to connect the “A” port of the BMS to the “A” port of the series box.

– Plug the negative power cable to connect the “B” port of the BMS to the “B” port of the series box.

– Plug the communication cable to connect the “COM B” port of the BMS to the “COM B” port of the series box. Close the end of the cable using a rotation wrench.

Step 6. Install Cable Guard Covers: Thread the cables through the respective cable entries (one for inverter connection, one for series box connection). Insert the cable guard cover into the holes on the BMS and secure it with M4 screws (torque 0.9-1.1 N·m).

Step 7. Install Series Box Cable Guard:

– Pull the cables through the cable entry to connect the inverter and series box.

– Install the cable guard cover onto the series box.

– Insert and tighten M5 screws to secure the cover.

Step 8. Install BMS and Series Box Covers: Install the covers, ensuring corners and edges are aligned before tightening screws.

Step 1. Open Breaker Cover: Turn the screws on the cover counter-clockwise, and flip down the switch to open the breaker cover.

Step 2. Power On: Flip up the breaker.

Step 3. Activate System: Hold and press the button for 1.5 seconds. The status light will flash yellow, and the SOC (State of Charge) light will come on solid green. Finally, close the breaker cover.

NOTICE: A system problem may be encountered while pressing the button frequently. You may need to wait at least 10 seconds and then try again.

NOTICE: The battery system will assign each battery pack in a communication loop a unique address (battery number) during the “Start up” state. In the meantime, the status light comes on solid green, and the SOC indicators flash green based on the battery pack’s actual battery capacity.

SOC power indicators during charging:

If the battery level is between 25% and 50%, the SOC power indicators will show as follows:

– The first two SOC power indicators (SOC1 and SOC2) will flash green light.

– The SOC3 and SOC 4 will be off.

SOC power indicators during discharging:

If the battery level is between 25% and 50%, the SOC power indicators will show as follows:

– The first two SOC power indicators (SOC1 and SOC2) will remain on solid green light.

– The SOC3 and SOC 4 will be off.

Note: Fast flash indicates that the light flashes every 0.1 seconds, and the normal flash indicates that the light flashes every 5 seconds.

Notes:

1. Test conditions: 100% DOD, 0.2 C charge & discharge @ +25°C.

2. 90% DOD; System usable energy may vary with different inverter settings.

3. Discharge: In case of battery cell’s temperature range of -20°C~+5°C and +45°C~+53°C, the discharge current will be reduced. Charge: In case of battery cell’s temperature range of 0°C~+20°C and +45°C~+53°C, the charge current will be reduced. Product charge or discharge power depends on the actual temperature of the battery pack.

4. The battery can only be discharged and cannot be charged in the range of -20°C to 0°C.

5. In case of a rated current of 30 A, the wire size of 6 mm² for cables (including grounding cable) is recommended. In case of a rated current of 60 A, the wire size of 10 mm² for cables (including grounding cable) is recommended.

If your computer is constantly plugged in and the battery rarely discharges, it may not charge to its full capacity even if the battery meter reports 100%. You can recover the battery’s full charging potential by discharging and re-charging it.

Step 1. Unplug the computer and use it until the battery charge drops below 20%.

Step 2. Plug in the computer and charge the battery to 100%.

If your computer is constantly plugged in and the battery rarely discharges, it may not charge to its full capacity even if the battery meter reports 100%. You can recover the battery’s full charging potential by discharging and re-charging it.

Step 1. Unplug the computer and use it until the battery charge drops below 20%.

Step 2. Plug in the computer and charge the battery to 100%.