PowerWalker BPH P48R-8 Empty Battery Pack for VFI 1500 Installation Guide
- June 12, 2024
- PowerWalker
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BPH P48R-8 Empty Battery Pack for VFI 1500
Product Information
The PowerWalker BPH P48R-8 is a power backup unit designed to provide uninterrupted power supply. It consists of a battery housing and requires 8 batteries with the specifications mentioned below. The unit comes with important safety warnings and operating instructions that must be followed strictly for safe usage.
Important Safety Warnings
- Comply with all warnings and operating instructions provided in this manual.
- Read all safety information and operating instructions carefully before operating the unit.
Installation and Setup
Before installation, carefully inspect the unit and ensure that nothing inside the package is damaged. Keep the original package in a safe place for future use.
Storage and Maintenance
To ensure proper storage and maintenance of the unit:
- Deliver depleted batteries to a recycling facility or ship them back to your dealer in the package that contained the replacement batteries.
- Charge the unit for 4 hours before storing it.
- Store the unit covered and upright in a cool, dry location.
- Follow the charging duration mentioned in the table below for battery recharging during storage:
| Storage Temperature | Recharge Frequency | Charging Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Every 3 Months | 1-2 hours | |
| Every 2 Months | 1-2 hours |
Important Safety Warnings
Please comply with all warnings and operating instructions in this instruction
strictly. Read carefully the following instructions before installing the
unit. Do not operate this unit before reading through all safety information
and operating instructions carefully.
- Do not try to assemble or repair the unit yourself, contact your local supplier, seek for a qualified technician for professional assistance.
- To eliminate any overheating of the battery box, keep all ventilation openings free from obstruction and do not place any foreign objects on top of the battery bank. Keep the battery box 20 cm away from the wall.
- Make sure the battery box is installed within the proper environment as specified. (0-40°C and 30-90% non-condensing humidity)
- Do not install the battery box under direct sunlight. Your warranty will be void if the batteries fail due to overheating.
- This battery box is not designed for use in dusty, corrosive and salty environment.
- The warranty for this battery bank will be void if water or other liquid is spilled or poured directly onto the battery box. Similarly we do not warrant any damage to the battery box if foreign objects are deliberately or accidentally inserted into the battery box enclosure.
- The battery will discharge naturally if the system is unused for a period of time.
- It should be recharged every 2-3 months if unused. If this is not done, then the warranty will be null and void. During normal operation, the batteries will be automatically remained in charged condition.
- Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by trained personnel with knowledge of batteries and the required precautions.
- When replacing batteries, it is necessary to replace ALL batteries with the same quantity, type & capacity.
- CAUTION – Do not dispose of battery or batteries in a fire. The battery may explode.
- CAUTION – Do not open or mutilate the batteries. The electrolyte from the batteries is toxic and harmful to the skin and eyes.
- CAUTION – Risk of Electric Shock –Hazardous voltage may exist between battery terminals and ground. Test before touching with bare hands.
- CAUTION – A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current.
The following precaution should be observed when working on batteries:
- Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
- Use tools with insulated handles.
- Wear rubber gloves and boots.
- Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
- Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.
- Do not plug or unplug the battery connector if UPS works in DC (discharging) mode.
Installation and Setup
NOTE: Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside the package is damaged. Please keep the original package in a safe place for future use.
Storage and Maintenance
The unit contains no user-serviceable parts. If the battery service life (3~5
years at 25°C ambient temperature) has been exceeded, the batteries must be
replaced. In this case, please contact your dealer.
Be sure to deliver the depleted batteries to a recycling facility or ship it
to your dealer in the package that contained the replacement batteries.
Storage
Before storing, charge the unit 4 hours. Store the unit covered and upright in
a cool, dry location. During storage, recharge the battery in accordance with
the following table:
| Storage Temperature | Recharge Frequency | Charging Duration |
|---|---|---|
| -25°C – 40°C | Every 3 Months | 1-2 hours |
| 40°C – 45°C | Every 2 Months | 1-2 hours |
SOP – How to assemble BPH P48R-8
Please assemble 8 batteries into the BP housing.
Please connect the 8 batteries with the wires as shown below
- Connect BAT7 (+) and BAT8 (-) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT8 (+) and BAT1 (-) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT1 (+) and BAT2 (-) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT3 (-) and BAT4 (+) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT4 (-) and BAT5 (+) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT5 (-) and BAT6 (+) with the black wiring.
- Connect BAT7 (-), BAT6 (-) and Output with the long black wiring.
- Connect BAT2 (+) and FUSE with the red wiring.
- Connect BAT4 (+) and FUSE with the red wiring.
Please fix the batteries and lay them down as shown below
Anderson connector: 600V/ 45A