Alpha ESS SMILE -B3-PLUS Energy Storage System Instruction Manual

June 15, 2024
Alpha-ESS

Alpha ESS SMILE -B3-PLUS Energy Storage System

Alpha-ESS-SMILE-B3-PLUS-Energy-Storage-System

Product Information

Specifications

  • Product Name: Alpha Energy Storage System
  • Model: SMILE-B3-PLUS
  • Type: Energy Storage System (Indoor)
  • Manufacturer: Alpha ESS Co., Ltd.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety

Intended Use
The Alpha Energy Storage System is designed for storing and supplying energy. It is intended for indoor use only.

Safety Precaution for Battery Pack
When handling the battery pack, follow these safety precautions:

  • Do not expose the battery pack to extreme temperatures.
  • Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack.
  • Avoid short-circuiting the battery pack.
  • Keep the battery pack away from children and pets.

Important Safety Instructions
Before operating the Alpha Energy Storage System, please read and follow these important safety instructions:

  • Read the user manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
  • Only operate the product as described in the manual.
  • Do not operate the product if it is damaged or if there are visible signs of wear and tear.
  • Avoid exposing the product to water or other liquids.
  • Keep the product away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
  • Do not use the product in explosive or hazardous environments.

Product Introduction and Application Scenarios

Product Description
The Alpha Energy Storage System is an advanced energy storage solution that allows users to store and utilize energy. It is designed to provide a reliable and efficient power supply in various applications.

Application Scenarios
The Alpha Energy Storage System can be used in the following scenarios:

  • Residential buildings
  • Commercial buildings
  • Industrial facilities
  • Off-grid locations

Storage

Product Storage
When storing the Alpha Energy Storage System, follow these guidelines:

  • Store the product in a cool, dry place.
  • Avoid storing the product near sources of heat or direct sunlight.
  • Keep the product away from flammable materials.
  • Do not stack heavy objects on top of the product.

Unpacking

Checking the Outer Packing
When unpacking the Alpha Energy Storage System, check the outer packing for any signs of damage. If the packaging is damaged, do not proceed with the installation and contact customer support.

Scope of Delivery
The Alpha Energy Storage System package should include the following items:

  • Energy storage system unit
  • Inverter
  • Battery pack
  • Cables and connectors
  • User manual

Mounting

Requirements for Mounting
Before mounting the Alpha Energy Storage System, ensure that the following requirements are met:

  • Choose a suitable location for installation.
  • Ensure proper ventilation for the system.
  • Ensure that the mounting surface is sturdy and can support the weight of the system.

Preparing Tools and Instruments
Gather the following tools and instruments before mounting the Alpha Energy Storage System:

  • Screwdriver
  • Drill
  • Measuring tape
  • Level

Mounting Inverter and Expansion Battery Pack
To mount the inverter and expansion battery pack, follow these steps:

  1. Select a suitable location for the inverter and expansion battery pack.
  2. Use the provided screws and brackets to secure the inverter and expansion battery pack to the mounting surface.
  3. Ensure that all connections are properly secured.

Electrical Connection

Overview of the Connection Area
The Alpha Energy Storage System has an electrical connection area where various connections need to be made. Refer to the user manual for a detailed diagram of the connection area.

Preparing Cables
Before making any electrical connections, prepare the cables by stripping the ends and ensuring they are clean and undamaged.

Connecting Additional Grounding
If required, connect additional grounding wires to the designated grounding points as specified in the user manual.

AC Connection
Connect the AC power supply to the Alpha Energy Storage System using the provided cables and connectors.

Meter & CT Connection
If necessary, connect the meter and current transformers (CT) to the Alpha Energy Storage System according to the provided instructions.

Communication Connection
Connect the communication cables to the Alpha Energy Storage System to enable communication with other devices or systems.

WiFi Setting

Download and Install APP
To set up WiFi connection, download and install the Alpha Energy Storage System’s mobile app from the provided source.

Overview of Functions for Installer Account
The installer account provides access to additional functions for setting up and configuring the Alpha Energy Storage System.

WiFi Module Setting
Follow the instructions in the user manual to set up the WiFi module of the Alpha Energy Storage System.

Commissioning

Checking Before Power-On
Prior to powering on the Alpha Energy Storage System, perform a thorough check to ensure all connections are secure and all safety precautions have been followed.

Check the Running State
After powering on the Alpha Energy Storage System, check its running state to ensure it is functioning properly.

Powering Off the Product
To power off the Alpha Energy Storage System, follow the instructions in the user manual.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Routine Maintenance
Regular maintenance is required to ensure the optimal performance of the Alpha Energy Storage System. Refer to the user manual for detailed maintenance instructions.

Troubleshooting

If any issues or malfunctions occur with the Alpha Energy Storage System, consult the troubleshooting section of the user manual for guidance.

Uninstallation & Return

Removing the Product
If the Alpha Energy Storage System needs to be uninstalled, follow the instructions in the user manual to safely remove it.

Packing the Product
When packing the Alpha Energy Storage System for return or storage, ensure it is properly secured to prevent damage during transportation.

Disposing of the Product
Follow local regulations and guidelines for the proper disposal of the Alpha Energy Storage System.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find customer support?
A: For customer support, contact Alpha ESS Co., Ltd. at +86 513 8060 6891 or info@alpha-ess.com.

Q: Can I use the Alpha Energy Storage System in an outdoor environment?
A: No, the Alpha Energy Storage System is designed for indoor use only.

Q: What are the application scenarios for the Alpha Energy Storage System?
A: The Alpha Energy Storage System can be used in residential buildings, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and off-grid locations.

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Copyright Statement
This manual is under the copyright of AlphaESS Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. Please keep the manual properly and operate in strict accordance with all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Please do not operate the product before read-ing through the manual.

CONTENT

01 INFORMATION ON THIS DOCUMENT

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1.1 Content and Structure of this Document

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1.2 Target Group

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1.3 Levels of Warning Messages

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1.4 Nomenclature

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02 SAFETY

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2.1 Intended Use

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2.2 Safety Precaution for Battery Pack

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2.3 Important Safety Instructions

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2.4 Symbols on the label

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03 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION SCENARIOS 09

3.1 Product Description

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3.2 Application Scenarios

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04 STORAGE

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4.1 Product Storage

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05 UNPACKING

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5.1 Checking the Outer Packing

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5.2 Scope of Delivery

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06 MOUNTING

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6.1 Requirements for Mounting

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6.2 Preparing Tools and Instruments

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6.3 Mounting Inverter and Expansion Battery Pack

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07 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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7.1 Overview of the Connection Area

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7.2 Preparing Cables

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7.3 Connecting Additional Grounding

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7.4 AC Connection

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7.5 Meter & CT Connection

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7.6 Communication Connection

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7.7 Electrical Connection of Expansion Battery Packs 7.8 Mounting the Cable Box Cover
08 WIFI SETTING 8.1 Download and Install APP 8.2 Overview of Functions for Installer Account 8.3 WiFi Module Setting
09 COMMISSIONING 9.1 Checking Before Power-On 9.2 Check the Running State 9.3 Powering Off the Product
10 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 Routine Maintenance 10.2 Troubleshooting
11 UNINSTALLATION & RETURN 11.1 Removing the Product 11.2 Packing the Product 11.3 Disposing of the Product
12 SPECIFICATION 12.1 Technical Data of SMILE-B3-PLUS Appendix: Communication Connection Figure

INFORMATION ON THIS DOCUMENT

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01 Information on this Document

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1.1 Content and Structure of this Document

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This document is valid for product of SMILE-B3-PLUS (SMILE-B3-PLUS II,

SMILE-B3-PLUS III, SMILE-B3-PLUS IV, SMILE-B3-PLUS V, SMILE-B3-PLUS VI) which

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has integrated 3 kW AC-coupled inverter with 1~6 battery packs — SMILE-BAT-5P. This document describes the installation, commissioning, configuration, operation,

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troubleshooting and decommissioning of the product .

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Comply with the provisions of all documents shipped with the product, and keep them

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properly to ensure that they are available at any time. The illustrations in this document are abbreviated versions, which may deviate from the

actual product

46 1.2 Target Group

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This document is intended for qualified persons and end users. Only qualified per-sons

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are allowed to perform the operations marked with a warning symbol in this document.

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Tasks that do not require any specific qualifications will not be marked and can be

performed by the end user. Qualified persons must have

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· knowledge of working principle of inverters.

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· knowledge of how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and

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using electrical devices, batteries and systems. · knowledge of the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and systems.

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· knowledge of the applicable standards and directives. · understood and complied with this document, including all safety precautions.

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· understood and complied with the documents of the battery manufacturer, including all

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safety precautions.

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1.3 Levels of Warning Messages

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The following levels of warning messages may occur when handling the product.

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DANGER

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

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INFORMATION ON THIS DOCUMENT

NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

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INFORMATION provides tips which are valuable for the optimal installation and operation of the product.

1.4 Nomenclature Complete designation
SMILE-BAT-5P

Designation in this document Battery Pack

SAFETY 03
02 Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The SMILE-B3-PLUS, expandable battery packs (SMILE-BAT-5P) and the ener-gy meters make up a system for optimization of self-consumption for a house-hold. The inverter can achieve bidirectional transfer between AC current and DC current. The battery pack is used for the energy storage . The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor installation All components must operate in a scenario suitable for their operation. Be sure to use this product in accordance with the information provided in the accompanying documents and local applicable standards and directives. Any other operation may cause personal injury or property damage. Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written permission of AlphaESS. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and warranty claims. AlphaESS shall not be held liable for any damage caused by such changes. Any use of the product other than that described in the Intended Use section does not qualify as appropriate. The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference and comply with all instructions contained therein. The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.
2.2 Safety Precaution for Battery Pack
2.2.1 General Safety Precautions
Overvoltage or wrong wiring can damage the battery pack and cause deflagration, which can be extremely dangerous. All types of breakdown of the battery may lead to a leakage of electrolyte or flammable gas. Battery pack is not user-serviceable. There is high voltage in the device. Read the label with Warning Symbols and Precautions, which is on the right side of the battery pack. Do not connect any AC conductors or PV conductors directly to the Battery Pack which should be only connected to the Inverter. Do not charge or discharge damaged battery. Do not damage the battery pack in such ways as dropping, deforming, impacting, cutting or penetrating with a sharp object. It may cause a leakage of electrolyte or fire. Do not expose battery to open flame.

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2.2.2 Response to Emergency Situations
The battery pack is composed of multiple batteries and designed to prevent the danger caused by malfunction.
If the user touches the inner material of the battery cells due to damage to the shell, the following actions are recommended. Inhalation: Leave the contaminated area immediately and seek medical attention. Eye injuries : Rinse eyes with running water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Skin injuries : Wash the contacted area with soap thoroughly and seek medical attention. Ingestion: Induce vomiting and seek medical attention.
If a fire breaks out in the place where the battery pack is installed, perform the following countermeasures:
Fire extinguishing media Respirator is not required during normal operations. Use FM-200 or CO2 extinguisher for battery fire. Use an ABC fire extinguisher, if the fire is not from battery and not spread to it yet.
Firefighting instructions 1. If fire occurs when charging batteries, if it is safe to do so, disconnect the battery pack circuit breaker to shut off the power to charge. 2. If the battery pack is not on fire yet, extinguish the fire before the battery pack catches fire. 3. If the battery pack is on fire, do not try to extinguish but evacuate people immediately.
WARNING
There may be a possible explosion when batteries are heated above 150°C. When the battery pack is burning, it leaks poisonous gases. Do not approach.
Effective ways to deal with accidents On land: Place damaged battery into a segregated place and call local fire department or service engineer. In water: Stay out of the water and don’t touch anything if any part of the battery, inverter, or wiring is submerged. Do not use submerged battery again and contact the service engineer.

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2.3 Important Safety Instructions
This section contains safety precautions that must be observed at all times when working on or with the product. To prevent personal injury and property damage and to ensure longterm operation of the product, please read this section carefully and follow all safety precautions at all times.
DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock when live components or cables are touched High voltages are present in the conductive components or cables of the product. Touching live parts and cables results in death or lethal injuries due to electric shock.
Do not touch non-insulated parts or cables. Disconnect the product from voltage sources and make sure it cannot be reconnected before working on the inverter or the battery pack. After disconnection, wait for 5 minutes until the capacitors have discharged. Do not open the product. Wear suitable personal protective equipment for all operations on the product.
DANGER Danger to life due to electric shock when touching live system components in case of a ground fault If a ground fault occurs, parts of the system may still be live. Touching live parts and cables results in death or lethal injuries due to electric shock.
Disconnect the product from voltage sources and make sure it cannot be reconnected before working on the device.
DANGER Danger to life due to high voltages on the battery pack Lethal voltage is present at the pin connector for the power cable. Reaching into the pin connector for the power cable can result in lethal electric shock.
Do not open the battery pack. Do not wipe over the battery pack with a damp cloth. Leave the protective caps on the pin connectors for the batteries power connection until the inverter cables are connected to the battery pack. Disconnect the product from voltage sources and make sure it cannot be reconnected before working on the inverter or the battery pack.

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WARNING Risk of chemical burns from electrolyte or toxic gases During normal operation, no electrolyte would leak from the battery pack and no toxic gases would form. Despite careful construction, if the battery pack is damaged or a fault occurs, it is possible that electrolyte may be leaked or toxic gases may form.
Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Do not drop the battery pack or damage it with sharp objects. Only set the battery pack down on its back or its bottom. Do not open the battery pack. Do not install or operate the battery pack in potentially explosive atmosphere or areas of high humidity. If moisture has penetrated the battery pack (e.g. due to a damaged housing), do not install or operate the battery pack. In case of contact with electrolyte, rinse the affected areas immediately with water and consult a doctor without delay.
CAUTION
Risk of burns due to hot heatsink and housing The heatsink and housing can get hot during operation.
During operation, do not touch any parts other than the cover of the inverter.
NOTICE
Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge Touching electronic components can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through electrostatic discharge. Ground yourself before touching any component.
NOTICE
Damage due to cleaning agents The use of cleaning agents may cause damage to the product and its components.
Clean the product and all its components only with a cloth moistened with clear water.

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2.4 Symbols on the Label Symbols on the type label of the inverter

Symbol

Explanation
Beware of a danger zone This symbol indicates that the product must be additionally grounded if additional grounding or equipotential bonding is required at the installation site.

Beware of electrical voltage The product operates at high voltages.

Beware of hot surface The product can get hot during operation.
Danger to life due to high voltages in the inverter, observe a waiting time of 5 minutes. High voltages that can cause lethal electric shocks are present in the live components of the inverter. Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect it from all voltage sources as described in this document.
WEEE designation Do not dispose of the product together with the household waste but in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste applicable at the installation site.
Observe the documentation

Certified safety The product is TUV-tested and complies with the requirements of the EU Equipment and Product Safety Act.
CE marking The product complies with the requirements of the applicable EU directives.
RCM (Regulatory Compliance Mark) The product complies with the requirements of the applicable Australian standards.

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Symbols on the type label and warning label of the battery pack

Symbol

Explanation

Beware of a danger zone
This symbol indicates that the product must be additionally grounded if additional grounding or equipotential bonding is required at the installation site.

Beware of electrical voltage The product operates at high voltages.

Risk of chemical burns.

Risk of explosion. Observe the documentation Risk of electrolyte leakage. CE marking The product complies with the requirements of the applicable EU directives. Refer to the instruction for operation. Use eye protection.

Fire, naked light and smoking prohibited.
No nearing.
Do not dispose of the battery pack together with the household waste but in accordance with the locally applicable disposal regulations for batteries.
Recycling code.
Marking for transport of dangerous goods The product passes the certifications of the UN38.3

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03 Product Introduction and Application Scenarios
3.1 Product Description Appearance and Dimensions (mm)

666 640 250

829 725

Battery Display

Inverter LED Signals LED Indictor Status Normal
Fault COM

Description On: system is in working mode normally Flicker: system is in standby mode or self-checking process Off: system is in fault mode or off
Off: system is in working mode normally or off On: system is in fault mode On: network connection is normal Flicker: connecting to the server Off: system is not connected network

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION SCENARIOS

Battery LED Signals
Different colors represent different states green for SOC state yellow for protection state red for error state.
The LED indicators provide information about the SOC operational status of the battery pack.

SOC Status

Description SOC<5%

SOC Instruction

5%=<SOC<25% 25%=<SOC<50% 50%=<SOC<75%

75%=<SOC<95%

The LED Border Flashes Status

SOC>95%
Standby mode: The green light flashes every second Work mode: The green light flashes every 10 seconds

3.2 Application Scenarios
SMILE-B3-PLUS is an AC-coupled all-in-one battery energy storage system (BESS). It can help to achieve the optimal usage of renewable energy. SMILE-B3-PLUS can control the bi-directional flow of electric power, work under auto/manual & time-of-use (TOU) modes, charge/discharge the battery as per customer’ s setting. Under the auto mode, SMILE-B3-PLUS stores surplus renewable energy onto the battery and discharge battery to supply power to local loads when renewable energy is not enough.

The standard schematic is as below:

PV

PV Inverter

PV CT

Grid Meter

Grid

Grid CT

Normal Loads

Monitoring Device

Alpha Cloud

Internet
SMILE-B3-PLUS Figure 3.1 SMILE-B3-PLUS System with PV

Critical Loads

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NOTE:
For the AC coupled system with PV, if only install Grid CT, the system cannot display power generated by PV inverter, electric energy production etc.

If there is no PV, the schematic is as below:

Grid Meter

Grid

Grid CT

Normal Loads

Monitoring Device

Alpha Cloud

Internet SMILE-B3-PLUS

Critical Loads

Figure 3.2 SMILE-B3-PLUS System without PV

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04 Storage
4.1 Product Storage
The following requirements should be met if the product is not put into use directly: 1. Do not unpack the product. 2. The product should be stored in a clean and dry place and be protected from dust and water vapor corrosion. 3. Place product according to the signs on the packing case during storage A maximum of 2 layers can be stacked. To avoid personal injury or device damage, stack products with caution to prevent them from falling over. 4. Store the product out of reach of children and animals. 5. Handle product with caution to avoid damage. 6. The storage environment requirements are as follows: ­ Ambient temperature: -10~55°C, recommended storage temperature: 15~30°C ­ Relative humidity: 15%~ 85% ­ Place products in a place that is away from corrosive organic solvents and gases. ­ Keep products away from direct sunlight. ­ Keep products at least 2 meters away from heat sources. 8. The product in storage must be disconnected from external devices. The indica-tors (if any) on the products should be off. 9. Products should be delivered based on the “first in, first out” rule. 10. The warehouse keeper should collect battery storage information every month and periodically report the battery inventory information to the planning department. The batteries that have been stored for nearly 6 months should be recharged timely. 11. If a lithium battery is stored for a long time, capacity loss may occur. After a lithi-um battery is stored for 12 months in the recommended storage temperature, the irreversible capacity loss rate is 3%~10%. It is recommended that batteries not be stored for a long period. If the batteries need to be stored for more than 6 months, it is recommended to recharge the batteries to 65 j 75% of the SOC. For example, they should be recharged every 6 months at least, and must be recharged to at least 50% of the SOC.

UNPACKING

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05 Unpacking

5.1 Checking the Outer Packing Before unpacking the battery pack and inverter, check the outer packing for damage, such as holes and cracks. If any damage is found, do not unpack the product and contact your distributor as soon as possible.
5.2 Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your distributor if the scope of delivery is incomplete or damaged.
SMILE-B3-PLUS

PV CT GRID CT

Carton (X1)

SMILE-B3-PLUS (X1)

Wall Bracket (X1)

Wall Anchor ST6*55 (X8)

Cord End Terminal (X7)

6 Pin Terminal Block (X1)

WiFi Module (X1) Optional

Terminal Resistor (X1)

Ring Terminal Lug (X2)

T20 Screwdriver (X1)

Screw M510 (X2) Screw M616 (X6) Screw M4 (X1) Screw M4*12 (X10)

PV CT (X1)

Grid CT (X1)

Holder for Cable Box Cover (X2)

Cable Box Cover AC Connection

(X1)

Cover (X1)

Installation Manual (X1)

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UNPACKING

SMILE-BAT-5P

Positive Power Cable (X1)
Negative Power Cable (X1)

Communication Cable (X1)

Side Cover (X1)

Battery Wall Bracket (X1)

Expansion Bracket (X2)

Manual

Screw M616 (X4) Screw M512 (X1)

Wall Anchor ST6*55 (X8)

M4 Flange (X15) User Manual (X1) Silicone Plug (X8)

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06 Mounting
6.1 Requirements for Mounting
WARNING Danger to life due to fire or explosion Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires.
Do not mount the product in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases. Do not mount the product in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Basic Requirements
SMILE-B3-PLUS and SMILE-BAT-5P are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Do not install the product in a place where a person can easily touch it because its housing and heatsink are hot during operation. Do not mount the product in areas with flammable or explosive materials. Do not mount the product at a place within children’s reach. Do not mount the product outdoors in salt areas because it will be corroded there and may cause fire. A salt area refers to the region within 500m from the coast or prone to sea breeze. The regions prone to sea breeze vary depending on weather conditions (such as typhoons and monsoons) or terrains (such as dams and hills).
Mounting Environment Requirements The product must be mounted in a well- ventilated environment to ensure good heat dissipation. When mounted under direct sunlight, the power of the product may be derated due to additional temperature rise. Mount the product in a sheltered place or mount an awning over the product. The optimal temperature range for the battery pack to operate is from15 to 30¥. Do not expose or place near water sources like downspouts or sprinklers. If the battery pack is mounted in the garage, then ensure that it is above the height of the vehicle bumper and/ or door.
Mounting Structure Requirements The mounting structure where the product is mounted must be fireproof. Do not mount the product on flammable building materials. Ensure that the mounting surface is solid enough to bear the weight load. In residential areas, do not mount the product on drywalls or walls made of similar materials which have a weak sound insulation performance because the noise generated by the product is noticeable.

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Mounting Angle and Stack Requirement SMILE-B3-PLUS and SMILE-BAT-5P should be mounted on the wall. The installation angle requirement is as follow: · Do not mount the product at forward tilted, side tilted, horizontal, or upside down
positions.
max.15°

Mounting Space Requirements
· Reserve sufficient clearance around the product to ensure sufficient space for installation, maintenance and heat dissipation.

300mm

300mm 300mm

100mm 500mm

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6.2 Preparing Tools and Instruments Category Tools and Instruments

Hammer drill (with a 10 mm drill bit)
Diagonal pliers

Torque socket wrench SW10

Multimeter (DC voltage measurement range
1000 V DC)

Wire stripper

Torque screwdriver (slotted head
torque range: 0-2 N m)

Installation

Rubber mallet
Crimping tool (model:
PV-CZM-22100)

Utility knife

Cable cutter

Cord end terminal crimper

Disassembly and Assembly Tool (model: PV-MS-HZ open-end
wrench)

Vacuum cleaner Marker

Heat shrink tubing

Heat gun

Measuring tape

Bubble or digital level

Personal Protective Equipment

Safety gloves Safety shoes

Safety goggles N/A

Anti-dust respirator N/A

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6.3 Mounting Inverter and Expansion Battery Pack
WARNING
Risk of injury due to weight of product Injuries may be caused if the product is lifted incorrectly or dropped while being transported or mounted.
Transport and lift the product carefully. Take the weight of the product into account. Wear suitable personal protective equipment for all work on the product.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to damaged cables There may be power cables or other supply lines (e.g., gas or water) routed in the wall.
Ensure that no lines are laid in the wall which could be damaged when drilling holes.
6.3.1 Mounting the SMILE-B3-PLUS Dimensions of wall bracket (mm)

640

150

220

134

120

330 725
560
180
470 554
The steps to mount the SMILE-B3-PLUS are listed below: 1. Remove the wall bracket from SMILE-B3-PLUS, place it on the wall where the
system will be installed, and use a marker to locate the bracket.

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NOTE: Considering the battery expansion, the bottom of the wall bracket should be at least 500 mm above the ground.
500mm
2. Drill 8 holes on the wall with 10mm drill and insert 8 screw anchors into the drill holes.
10mm 70mm
3. Attach the wall bracket to the wall and tighten the screws with the tool of SW10 hexagon sleeve.
M6 SW10

MOUNTING 20 4. Hold the handles on both sides of the inverter and install SMILE-B3-PLUS on the wall
bracket. This step should take two people to complete.
5. Tighten the wall bracket and SMILE-B3-PLUS with screw M616 (X6) (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 3.0 Nm).
M6
T20 3 N·M
6. Install the holders for cable box cover (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 2.5 Nm)
M4
12 Screw
M4
T20 2.5 N·M
7. Perform electrical connection work (please refer to Section 7 Electrical Connection).

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6.3.2 Mounting the Expansion Battery Pack You can install up to 5 extra batteries in a system. The steps for expanding the battery is as below. Expansion wiring refer to chapter 7.7.
NOTE: If there are no expansion batteries to install, please ignore Chapter 6.3.2 and skip to 6.3.3.
1. Take out the expansion brackets and the battery wall bracket, then fix them together with four M4 flange nuts (tools: SW7 sleeve or other tools for M4 flange, torque: 1.6 Nm).
Expansion bracket
Battery wall bracket
2. Use two M4 flange nuts to fix the wall bracket assembled in the step 1 to the wall bracket of SMILE-B3-PLUS (tools: SW7 sleeve or other tools for M4 flange, torque: 1.6 Nm).

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3. Mark the points according to holes on the bracket and remove the assembled wall bracket.

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7. Hold the handles on both sides of the battery pack and install the battery pack on the wall bracket. This step should take two people to complete. (Please install the expansion battery by pushing it from the side)

4. Drill 6 holes on the wall with 10mm drill and insert 6 screw anchors into the drill holes.
5. Use four M4 flange nuts to fix the wall bracket assembled in the step 1 to the wall bracket of SMILE-B3-PLUS again (tools: SW7 sleeve or other tools for M4 flange, torque: 1.6 Nm).
6. Attach the wall bracket for expansion to the wall by tightening the screws with SW10 hexagon sleeve.

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8. Tighten the wall bracket and the battery pack with screw M6*16 (X4) (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 3.0 Nm).
M6
T20 3 N·M
9. Remove the rubber plugs from the battery, and then remove the front cover after unscrewing screws with T20 screwdriver.

MOUNTING 24 10. Remove the cable box cover by unscrewing the screws at the top of the inverter by
hand and perform electrical connection work (please refer to Chapter 7.7).
6.3.3 Mounting the WiFi Module 1. Remove the WiFi cover from the top of the inverter with Torx 20 screwdriver.
2. Tighten the WiFi module on the top of SMILE-B3-PLUS.
M4
T20 2.5 N·M

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07 Electrical Connection
Precautions
DANGER Before connecting cables, ensure that all breakers of the SMILE-B3-PLUS and the battery pack and all the switches connected to SMILE-B3-PLUS and the battery pack are set to OFF. Otherwise, the danger voltage of the product may result in electric shocks.
WARNING The device damage caused by incorrect cable connections is not covered under any warranty. Only certified electricians are allowed to connect cables. Operation personnel must wear proper PPE when connecting cables.

NOTICE
The cable colors shown in the electrical connection diagrams provided in this chapter are for reference only. Select cables in accordance with local cable specifications (green-and-yellow cables are only used for PE).

7.1 Overview of the Connection Area

6

7

9

1

2

3

4

5

1

2

3

4

5

10 8
8

11

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Position Designation

1

Battery breaker* of battery pack

2

Power button of battery pack

3

BAT+ connection port

4

BAT- connection port

5

BMS Communication connectors

6

Grid connection port

7

Backup connection port

8

Connection point for an additional grounding

9

Communication portcCAN/RS485,BMS, LAN, Meter/Grid-CT, DRM**, PV-CT, AUX

10

Battery breaker* of SMILE-B3-PLUS

11

Connection port for the WiFi module

*All breakers of SMILE-B3-PLUS are switched off when shipped. **The DRM is only for regions with AS/NZW 4777.2 safety regulations.

The following table is about DRM interface definition, only for Australia.

Mode DRM0

Requirement Operate the disconnection device

DRM1

Do not consume power

DRM2 DRM3 DRM4

Do not consume at more than 50% of rate power Do not consume at more than 75% of rate power AND Source reactive power if capable Increase power consumption (subject to constraints from other active DRMs)

DRM5

Do not generate power

DRM6 DRM7 DRM8

Do not generate at more than 50% of rate power
Do not generate at more than 75% of rate power AND Sink reactive power if capable
Increase power generation (subject to constraints from other active DRMs)

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7.2 Preparing Cables

No. Cable

Type

Conductor Cross Outer Section Area Range Diameter

Source

1

Battery power cable

Standard PV cable in the industry (recommended
type: PV1-F)

16 mm2

2

Battery communication
cable

Standard network cable in the industry (recommended type:
Cat5e, UTP, UV-resistant for outdoor use)

0.12 j 0.2 mm2 (AWG26~AWG24)

Standard network cable in the

3

CT

industry (recommended type:

communication Cat5e, FTP, UV-resistant

0.12 j 0.2 mm2

cable

for outdoor use)

(AWG26~AWG24)

Standard network cable in the

4¸1 Signal cable industry (recommended type: 0.12 0.2 mm2

Cat5e, FTP, UV-resistant

(AWG26~AWG24)

for outdoor use)

N/A N/A N/A 4 ~ 6 mm

Delivered with the battery pack
Delivered with the battery pack
Delivered with the inverter
Purchased by the installer

5¸2 Signal cable

Multiple-core outdoor shielded twisted pair cable

0.1 j 1.3 mm2

4~6 mm

Purchased by the installer

6 Grid power cable

Three-core (L, N and PE) outdoor copper cable

4 j 6 mm2

13-18 mm

Purchased by the installer

7

Backup power cable

Three-core (L, N and PE) outdoor copper cable

2.5 j 6 mm2

8

PE cable

Single-core outdoor copper cable

6 j 10 mm2

1 For CAN/RS485, LAN, Meter, DRM communication connection with inverter. 2 For AUX communication connection with inverter

6-12 mm

Purchased by the installer

Purchased

N/A

by the

installer

7.3 Connecting Additional Grounding An external grounding connection is provided at the left side of the SMILE-B3-PLUS. Prepare M5 OT terminals, strip the grounding cable insulation, insert the stripped part of the grounding cable into the ring terminal lug and crimp using a crimping tool.
Connect the OT terminal with ground point using the torque is 2.5 Nm with T20 screwdriver.

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M510 Screw
M5
T20 2.5 N·M
Connect the expanded battery to the ground point of SMILE-B3-PLUS with the grounding cable.
M5
10 Screw
M5
T20 2.5 N·M
7.4 AC Connection 7.4.1 Conditions for the AC Connection AC breakers must be installed on the AC side of the SMILE-B3-PLUS to ensure that the system can be safely disconnected from the power grid and the load.
DANGER Danger to life due to fire! You must protect each SMILE-B3-PLUS with an individual AC circuit breaker in or-der to ensure that the system can be disconnected safely.

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Do not connect loads between the SMILE-B3-PLUS and the grid breaker. For load switching, please use dedicated circuit breakers with load switch function. The selection of the AC circuit breaker rating depends on the wiring design (wire cross section area), cable type, wiring method, ambient temperature, inverter current rating, etc. Derating of the AC circuit breaker rating may be necessary due to self-heating or if exposed to heat.
The maximum AC current of SMILE-B3-PLUS can be found in the following table. We recommend the following AC circuit breaker for AC connection.

Description

Max Current

Recommend AC Circuit Breaker Rating

Grid side

26A

40A

Backup side

13A

25A

7.4.2 Grid and Backup Connection
There are two AC terminal blocks for grid and backup connection which have the same installation steps. Following cable requirements for AC connection are recommended.

Description

Value

Cable diameter Copper conductor cross section area range Stripping length of the insulated conductors

9-16 mm 4~6 mm2 10~12 mm

1. Take out the cord end terminals and remove AC connection cover from SMILE-B3-PLUS.
2. Lead the AC cable through the cable gland of the AC connection cover, don’ t tighten the pressure cap of the cable gland.

Grid

Backup

Installation method of AC cable via cable gland

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3. Dismantle the AC cable by 80mm, and strip the insulation of L, N and PE conductors by 10mm.

80mm 8mm-10mm

PE Yellow/Green N Black L Red

4. Insert the stripped part of the conductors into the cord end terminals and crimp them by using a crimping tool.

PE
L1
N
L
L2=L1+3mm

5. Fix the terminals with different color conductors on the corresponding electrode holders, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to tighten them one by one with a torque of 2 Nm.

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6. Place the AC connection cover against the inverter and tighten it.
AC Connection Cover
M4
T20 2.5 N·M
NOTICE
For Australia and New Zealand installation site, the neutral cable of grid side and backup side must be connected together, otherwise backup output function will not work.
Residual Current Protection The inverter is equipped with an all-pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit (RCMU) with an integrated differential current sensor which fulfills the requirement of DIN VDE0100-712(IEC60364-7-712:2002). Therefore, an external residual current device (RCD) is not required. If an external RCD needs to be installed because of local regulations, a RCD type A or type B can be installed as an additional safety measure. The all-pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit (RCMU) detects alternating and direct differential currents. The integrated differential current sensor detects the current difference between the neutral conductor and the line conductor. If the current difference increases suddenly, the inverter will disconnect from the grid. The function of the all- pole sensitive residual current monitoring unit (RCMU) has been tested according to IEC62109-2.

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¡

Notice of installing an external residual current device (RCD) for installa- tion of

Australia and New Zealand

Where an external residual current device (RCD)is required in a TT or TN-S sys-tem, install a residual current device which trips at a residual current of 30 mA.

7.5 Meter & CT Connection 7.5.1 CT Connection The CT cables have been installed with SMILE-B3-PLUS when shipped. Please take out 2 CTs (Grid CT and PV CT) provided as accessory. Step 1: Buckle the Grid CT on the house-service live wire. The arrow of the Grid CT
should point to the Grid port of SMILE-B3-PLUS. Step 2: Buckle the PV CT on the grid live wire. The arrow of the PV CT should point to
the Grid port of PV inverter.
Step 3: Connect the CT cables to the Grid CT and PV CT respectively.
NOTE: The CT cable marked Grid CT should be connected to the Grid CT, and the CT cable marked PV CT should be connected to the PV CT.

SMILE-INV PE

PV Inverter

PV CT

PV CT

LOAD

L

N

L
N L Grid CT

Grid
CT
Grid CT

CT

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Meter Setting
Model
DTSU666-3*230V 5A (with-out CT)
DTSU666-100/40mA (with CT)

Grid Meter Address 1 1

33
PV Meter Address 2
N/A

1. DTSU666-3*230V 5A: Three-phase meter (without CT) When the meter is used as Grid meter, please follow the steps below to complete the address setting.

Value Display

SET *1

SET *1
Code

Value Display

SET 1Step1 ESC 2Step2

*1
1

*1
600

601

SET 2 Ste p1 1 Ste p2

SET *1
0

Addr

SET 2 1

701

When the meter is used as PV meter, please follow the steps below to complete the address setting.

Value Display

SET *1

Code

SET *1

Value Display

SET 1Step1 ESC 2Step2

*2
2

600 *1

601

SET 2Step1 1Step2

SET *1
0

Addr

SET 2 1

701

2. DTSU666-100/40mA: Three-phase meter (with CT)
When the meter is used as Grid meter, please follow the steps below to complete the address setting.

Value Display

SET *1

Code

SET *1

Value Display

SET 1Step1 ESC 2Step2

*2
1

1
700
SET
1
0

701
SET 4Step1
1Step2
Addr

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Meter Setting on AlphaCloud Step 1 When the system work mode is selected as DC, click the button under the “Grid Me-ter” to turn the “Meter” icon green. When the system work mode is selected as AC or Hybrid, click the buttons under the “Grid Meter” and “PV side meter” to turn the “Meter” icon green.
Step 2 Click “Save” and wait a few minutes to refresh the page. When the “Meter Model” displays DTSU666 model, the setting is successful.
NOTE: It is forbidden to tick CT to modify the CT ratio.

Meter Information

Grid Meter

Meter

CT

CT

PV side meter

Meter

CT

CT

Meter CT Ratio Meter CT Ratio

Meter Model Meter Model

Meter Setting on AlphaAPP
Step 1
When the system work mode is selected as DC, only tick “Meter” icon on the right of the “Grid Meter”. When the system work mode is selected as AC or Hybrid, both tick “Meter” icon on the right of the “Grid Meter” and “PV side meter”.
Step 2
Click “Submit” and enter the “System information” page to check the meter model. When the “Meter Model” displays DTSU666 model, the setting is successful.
NOTE: It is forbidden to tick CT to modify the CT ratio.

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AC/DG/Hybrid

Basic Parameter Setting Hybrid

On Grid PV Capacity(KW)

5

(kW)

Storage PV Capacity(KW)

6

(kW)

Grid Meter PV Meter Safety Regulations

CT CT

Meter

CT CT

Meter

VDE4105/11.18

Max.Feed-in(%)

100

Submit

7.5.2 Meter Connection (Optional)
The system supports the following two different metering schemes in order to record the feed-in energy and consumption from grid:
DTSU666-3*230V 5A: Three/single-phase meter (without CT) DTSU666-100/40mA: Three/single-phase meter (with 3 or 6 CTs)
Meter wiring introduction Loosen the waterproof connectors on the COM connection cover, and then remove the screws on the COM connection cover.

GRID CT PV CT

CT CT

PV CT PV CT

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 36 1. DTSU666-3*230V 5A: Three/single -phase meter (without CT) connection

SMILE-INV PE

RJ45

6B

B

3A

A

L

N

L

N

SMILE-INV PE

LOAD LN

L

N

PV Inverter

Wiring at single-phase home

GRID

L

N

RJ45

6B

B

3A

A

L

N

L1 L2 L3 N

LOAD L1 L2 L3 N

L

N

PV Inverter

GRID L1 L2 L3 N

Wiring at three-phase home

2. DTSU666-100/40mA: Three/single-phase meter (with CT) connection

SMILE-INV

PV CT

PE

PV Inverter

39 36 33 37 34 31

963 7 41

L

LOAD

L

N

2

5

8 10

N
L Grid CT
Wiring at single-phase home

Grid CT
Grid CT

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 37

SMILE-INV PE

PV Inverter L1 L2 L3 N
LOAD L1 L2 L3 N

39 36 33 37 34 31

963 7 41

PV CT

2

5

8 10

L
Grid CT
Grid CT

N L3 L2 L1
Grid CT

Wiring at three-phase home

Grid CT 1——–IC (White) 3——–IC (Blue) 4——–IB (White) 6——–IB (Blue) 7——–IA (White) 9——–IA (Blue)

PV CT 31——–IC (White) 33——–IC (Blue) 34——–IB (White) 36——–IB (Blue) 37——–IA (White) 39——–IA (Blue)

7.6 Communication Connection
For other communication (AUX, DRM, Meter, CAN/RS485) connection, please follow the below steps. Loosen the waterproof connectors on the COM connection cover, and then remove the screws on the COM connection cover.
Communication connection port as follows:

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1. Lead the communication cables through the cable glands of the COM connection cover, don’t tighten the pressure caps of the cable glands. Insert the RJ45 plugs to the relative RJ45 sockets.
Installation method of two communication cables via M25 cable gland
Installation method of only one communication cable via M25 cable gland

  1. For meter wiring, please refer to Chapter 7.4.4 Meter Connection. 2) If DRM support is specified, the system may only be used in conjunction with a Demand Response Enabling Device (DRED). This ensures that the system im-plements the commands from the grid operator for active power limitation at all times. The system and the Demand Response Enabling Device (DRED) must be connected in the same network. Only DRM0 is available for SMILE-B3-PLUS. 3) Take out 6 pin terminal block for AUX connection. Tighten them one by one us-ing the torque of 0.2 Nm with tool of #0 slotted screwdriver. For AUX position definition, please see the AUX wiring documentation.

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2. Place the COM connection cover against the inverter housing and tighten them.
M4*12 Screw

7.7 Electrical Connection of Expansion Battery Packs
1. Remove the terminal resistance from the battery and insert it into the BMS communication port of the last battery (the battery furthest from the inverter).

Last battery
2. Connect the positive power cable from battery 2 to battery 1 (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 3 Nm).

Battery 1 Battery 2

M6
T20 3 N·M

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

40

41

3. Connect the negative power cable from battery 2 to battery 1 (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 3 Nm).

1

7

5

4

Battery 1 Battery 2

M6
T20 3 N·M

3 6 2
7. Insert the rubber plugs of the battery.

4. Connect the BMS communication cables from battery 2 to battery 1.

Battery 1 Battery 2
5. Assemble front cover and side cover of the expanded battery with 3 M4 flange nuts (tools: SW7 sleeve or other tools for M4 flange, torque: 1.6 Nm).
6. Attach the cover to the battery pack. Fasten the cover on the battery with screws in sequence 1-7 and screw M5*12 (X4) (tool: T20 screwdriver, torque: 2.5 Nm). NOTE: Seven screws should be pre-locked and then fastened together at the end.

7.8 Mounting the Cable Box Cover Take out the cable box cover which is provided as accessory. 1. Insert the wire shield in the order shown by the arrow as shown in Figure 1 until the wire
shield is installed in place as shown in Figure 2.
1 2

Figure 1

Figure 2

2. Fix the cable box cover by tightening the screws by hand.

Screw M4

42 08 WiFi Setting

WIFI SETTING

WIFI SETTING

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8.2 Overview of Functions for Installer Account

8.1 Download and Install APP
1Android device users can download the application through major Android application markets such as Google Play. 2IOS device users can search for “AlphaESS” in Appstore and download the application.

AlphaESS-APP

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WIFI SETTING

8.3 WiFi Module Setting
This section is for users who have a system with a WiFi module. AlphaESS App is able to complete network configuration, change setting of the system basic parameter, and monitor system operation and configuration information.

Login Register

Connect to the hotspot

Router Configuration

System Configuration

Please make sure that the POWER light of the Wi-Fi module is always on, and then connect the mobile phone Wi-Fi to the Wi-Fi Network named after the S/N number of your product.

Next

Step 1: Open AlphaESS APP, click the “Wi-Fi Configuration” button and enter the WiFi configuration interface.

Step 2: After that, please check whether your mobile phone has connected to the system’s hotspot.

Connect to the hotspot

Router Configuration

System Configuration

Please make sure that the POWER light of the Wi-Fi module is always on, and then connect the mobile phone Wi-Fi to the Wi-Fi Network named after the S/N number of your product.

AL40010109000000
Password
12345678
Auto reconnest Adwanced
Connect

Open the Wi-Fi network list
Cancel
Step 3: If your mobile phone hasn’t connected to the system’s hotspot, please open the Wi-Fi network list and find the hotspot named by the product SN, then enter the password “12345678” and connect to it. After successfully setting it, please go back to the APP and click “Next”.

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Connect to the hotspot

Router Configuration

System Configuration

Choose the name of the WIFE AlphaESS shengyou AlphaESS-Server Derrick_test AlphaESS AlphaESS
Jump Over

Connect to the hotspot

Router Configuration

System Configuration

Connect to the hotspot

Router Configuration

System Configuration

Successfully configured

Wi-Fi Password

admin Enter the password

Change

Next

Submit

Step 4 Select the WiFi of your home, enter the password, complete the WiFi configuration and submit. If there is no network currently, you can click Jump over to skip the WiFi configuration step and directly set the system parameters.
NOTE: The system will not be able to connect to the Internet without WiFi configuration.

Connect to the hotspot
Grid Meter PV Meter

Router

System

Configuration Configuration

CT

Meter

CT

Meter

Step 5 Set basic parameters, including PV capacity on the grid side, the type of meters, safe-ty regulations and regional application standard. Click “Submit” when the settings are complete.
Please set the safety standard appropriate for your country or purpose via APP or Web during pilot run;

Safety Regulations

AS4777.2

Regional application standard

Default Max. Feed-in(%)

Max. Feed-in(%)

Victoria Queensland

South Australia Ausgrid

Endeavour Energy
Essential Energy
SuHbomriizton Power

The safety standard must be set correctly
If you select a safety standard which is not valid for your country and purpose, it can cause a disturbance in the energy storage system and lead to problems with the grid operator. When selecting the safety standard, you must always observe the locally applicable standards and directives as well as the properties of the PV system (e.g. PV system size, grid-connection point). · If you are not sure which safety standard is valid for your country or purpose, con-tact your grid operator for information on which safety standard is to be configured.

NOTE: When the safety regulation is set as AS4777.2, the secondary sub-options can be selected according to the region or local grid company (Please refer to Appendix 2).

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COMMISSIONING

09 Commissioning

9.1 Checking Before Power-On

No. Check Item

1

Mounting environment

2

Battery pack and inverter mounting

3

WiFi mounting

4

Cable layout

Acceptance Criteria
The mounting space is proper, and the mounting environment is clean and tidy, without foreign object.
SMILE-B3-PLUS and expansion battery packs are mounted correctly, securely, and reliably. The WiFi module is mounted correctly, securely, and reliably
Cables are routed properly as required by the customer.

5

Cable tie

Cable ties are secured evenly and no burr exists.

6

Grounding

The ground cable is connected correctly, securely, and reliably.

7

Switches and breakers status

The battery switches and all the breakers connecting to the product are OFF.

8

Cable connections

The AC cable, battery cable, and communication cables are connected correctly, securely, and reliably.

9

Unused power terminals

Unused cable glands are blocked by rubber sealings which are secured by pressure caps.

9.2 Check the Running State
Prerequisites
Before switching on the AC breaker between the inverter and the grid, check that the AC voltage on the power grid side of the AC breaker is within the specified range. Please select the acceptance of installation on site when the light intensity is strong.
Procedure
1. Ensure that the battery switches and all breakers connecting to the product are OFF.
2. Check the grid-connected state of the product and the installation of two CTs. Short press the power button on the right side of battery pack, then switch on the battery breaker . Switch on the breaker located at the middle left of SMILE-B3-PLUS. Switch on the external AC breaker between the grid and SMILE-B3-PLUS. Switch on PV and PV Inverter. Set the operating parameters through the APP. Wait about 3 minutes for the SMILE-B3-PLUS and the PV Inverter to enter the grid-connected status, and observe the LED states on the front panel. At this time, the 2 LEDs (“Normal”, “COM”) and battery indictors on the front panel will show green always. Check the running status through the APP. When PV power is not more than 3kW, PV supplies power to the battery and load. If the grid
power is not more than 100W in this scenario, then the installation is normal.

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3. Check the UPS status of the product Switch off the external AC breaker between the grid and the SMILE-B3-PLUS. The SMILE-B3-PLUS will enter the UPS status at once, and observe the LED states on the front panel. At this time, the following 2 LEDs (“Normal”, “COM”) and battery indictors on the front panel will show green always.
NOTICE During the running test , if the “Fault” LED indictor of the inverter or LED indictors of the battery pack show red, please refer to Section 10.2 for troubleshooting.
9.3 Powering Off the Product
WARNING After the product is powered off, the remaining electricity and heat may still cause electric shocks and body burns. Therefore, put on protective gloves and operate the product 5 minutes after the power-off.
Procedure
1. Long press the power button of battery pack for 6 seconds, then switch off the battery breaker of battery pack.
2. Switch off the battery breaker located at the middle left of the inverter. 3. Switch off the AC breaker between the SMILE-B3-PLUS and the load. 4. Switch off the AC breaker between the SMILE-B3-PLUS and the grid.

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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

10.1 Routine Maintenance
Normally, SMILE-B3-PLUS need no maintenance or calibration. Disconnect SMILE-B3-PLUS from all power sources before cleaning. Clean the housing, cover and display with a soft cloth.

To ensure that the SMILE-B3-PLUS can operate properly in the long term, you are advised to perform routine maintenance on it as described in this chapter.

Maintenance checklist

Check Item

Acceptance Criteria

Product cleanliness

The heatsink at the back of SMILE-B3-PLUS are free from obstacles or dust.

Product visible damage

The SMILE-B3-PLUS are not damaged or deformed.

Maintenance Interval Once every 6 to 12 months
Once every 6 months

Product running status

1. SMILE-B3-PLUS operate with no abnormal sound. 2. All parameters of SMILE-B3-PLUS are correctly set. Perform this check when SMILE-B3-PLUS is running.

Once every 6 months

Electrical connections

1. Cables are securely connected. 2. Cables are intact, and in particular, the cable jackets touching the metallic surface are not scratched. 3. Unused cable glands are blocked by rubber sealing which are secured by pressure caps.

Perform the first maintenance 6 months after the initial commissioning. From then on, perform the maintenance once every 6 to 12 months.

CAUTION
Risk of burns due to hot heatsink and housing of the inverter The heatsink and housing can get hot during operation.
During operation, do not touch any parts other than the cover. Wait approx. 30 minutes before cleaning until the heatsink has cooled down.

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10.2 Troubleshooting 10.2.1 Inverter Error Troubleshooting

LED Indictor Status Normal

Inverter LED Signals Description On: system is in working mode normally
Flicker: system is in standby mode or self-checking process Off: system is in fault mode or off

Fault COM

Off: system is in working mode normally or off On: system is in fault mode On: network connection is normal Flicker: connecting to the server

Off: system is not connected network

Description

Solution

Grid AC over voltage Grid AC under voltage Grid AC absent Grid AC over frequency Grid AC under frequency Grid abnormal

1. If these warnings occur occasionally, it is a short-time fault of the grid. The inverter will resume work after the grid is normal. No action is required. 2. If these warnings occur frequently but can be automatically cleared, contact the local power operator for permission
and modify the grid protection parameters of the inverter. 3. If the recovery fails for a long time, please confirm 1) Whether the AC circuit breaker is switched off. 2) Whether the AC terminal is in good contact
3) Whether the grid is disconnected.

Warning
Inverter over tempera-ture

1. If the warning occurs occasionally and the inverter can
resume work automatically. No action is required. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or continuously, check whether the installation site is exposed to direct sunlight, with good ventilation and high ambient temperature. If there is no direct sunlight and there is good ventilation and heat dis-sipation, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

Ground disconnection alarm

Please check whether the grounding cable is connected properly.

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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Description Zero firewire reverse alarm NTC fail
Warning Battery voltage very high
Eps capacitance decrease
Leakage current abnormal
Control power low

Solution
Please check whether the live line and neutral line are inversely connected.
Please check whether the cable connection to the NTC terminal is loose.
If the warning occurs at the first installation, please check whether the battery voltage is within the allowable range. If this warning occurs during operation, check whether the battery cable is loose and whether the BMS communication is abnormal.
If the warning occurs occasionally, please restart the system. If the warning still occurs after restart, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1.If this warning occurs occasionally, it may be caused by the occasional exception of the external line. When the exception disappears, the system will return to normal. No action is required. 2. If this warning occurs continuously, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, the inverter will resume work automatically. No action is required 2. If this warning occurs continuously, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

Fault

Output DC over current

1. If the warning occurs occasionally, it is a short-time fault of the grid. The inverter will resume work after the grid is normal. No action is required. 2. If this warning occurs continuously, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

Inverter relay abnormal
Leakage current HCT abnormal
Bus over voltage

1. If the warning occurs occasionally, it is a short-time fault of the grid. The inverter will resume work after the grid is normal. No action is required 2. If this warning occurs continuously, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1.If this warning occurs occasionally, it may be caused by the occasional exception of the external line. When the exception disappears, the system will return to normal. No action is required. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the Grid port, L, N and the ground. If the resistance are less than 100 K, please check whether cables are damaged, connected, or flooded.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

Internal communication error

Please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

EEPROM error

Please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.

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Fault

Description Consistent warning
Inverter abnormal
Boost abnormal
Battery absent EMS communication error UPS overload EPS output short
Inv HW over current
Bus under voltage Battery Over Total Voltage Battery Under Total Voltage Inv over current
DC HW over current Battery Discharge over current

Solution
1. If the warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. Check whether battery cables are connected properly 2. Check whether the DC Switch is on 3. Check whether the BMS communication is normal.
Check whether the connection terminal between the EMS board and the inverter control board is loose
Please reduce the loads on the Backup port and restart the inverter, or wait for the warning to be cleared after 5 minutes .
Disconnect the loads on the Backup port and restart the inverter. If the problem is not been solved, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If the warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionallyplease restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
If the warning occurs occasionally, check whether it is cleared after three minutes ; If the warning occurs frequently, please contact AlphaESS after- sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter. 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
1. If this warning occurs occasionally, please restart the inverter; 2. If this warning occurs frequently or cannot be cleared for a long time, please contact AlphaESS after-sales team.
Please reduce the loads on the Backup port and restart the inverter, or wait for the warning to be cleared after 5 minutes .

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10.2.2 Battery Protection Description

LED Ring

Protection LED

Code

Display

Description

1

Temperature

difference

3

High temperature

Low-tempera-

4

ture discharge

Troubleshooting
Wait for automated recovery. In case the problem is not recovery for a long time, call for service.
Stop discharging and charging until this code is eliminated and wait for the temperature to drop.
Stop discharging until this code is eliminated and wait for the temperature to rise.

Green LEDs

flash once

5

every 3s.

6

Overcurrent charge

Overcurrent discharge

Wait for automated recovery. In case the problem is not
recovery for a long time, call for service.

8

Cell overvoltage

9

Cell under voltage

Stop discharging and call service immediately.

Low-temperature charge

Stop discharging until this code is eliminated and wait

11

for the

temperature to rise.

NOTE: In work mode, if the No. 9 protection code appears, please push the power button of the battery 5 times within 10 seconds. The BMS will then be forced to turn on the MOSFET of discharge so that the inverter will detect the battery open voltage and charge the battery.

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10.2.3 Battery Error Description

LED Indictor

Error Code

LED Display

Description

Error 01

Temperature sensor failure

Error 05

MOSFET error

Troubleshooting
Please restart the battery. If the problem is not resolved, please call for service.

Error 06

Circuit breaker open

Switch on circuit breaker
after powering off the battery.

Error 08

LMU disconnect (slave)

Reconnect the BMS communication cable.

Red LEDs flash once every 3s.

Error 09

SN missing

Call for service.

Error 10 Error 11 Error 12 Error 13

LMU disconnect (master)

Reconnect the BMS communication cable.

Software ver-sion inconsistent

Call for service.

Multi master
MOS over temperature

After shutting down the battery system, please restart all batteries within 30s.
Please power off the battery and turn on the battery after about 2 hours.

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UNINSTALLATION & RETURN

11 Uninstallation & Return
11.1 Removing the Product
Procedure
Step 1: Power off the product by following instructions in Chapter 9.3 Powering Off the Product.
Step 2: Disconnect all cables from the product, including communication cables, battery power cables, AC cables, and PE cables.
Step 3: Remove the WiFi module. Step 4: Remove SMILE-B3-PLUS from the wall bracket. Step 5: Remove the mounting bracket.

11.2 Packing the Product
If the original packaging is available, put SMILE-B3-PLUS inside it and then seal it using adhesive tape. If the original packaging is not available, put SMILE-B3-PLUS inside a suitable cardboard box and seal it properly.

11.3 Disposing of the Product
If SMILE-B3-PLUS service life expires, dispose of it according to the local disposal rules for electrical equipment and electronic component waste. Dispose of the packaging and replaced parts according to the rules at the installation site where the device is installed. Do not dispose SMILE-B3-PLUS with normal domestic waste.

Li-lon

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12 Specification

12.1 Technical Data of SMILE-B3-PLUS

Model Battery (Inverter side) Battery Type

SMILE-B3-PLUS Li-ion

Battery Voltage Range Maximum Charge/ Discharge Power Maximum Charge/ Discharge Current Communication Output AC (Back-up side) Rated output power Max. Apparent Output Power Back-up Switch Time
Rated Output Voltage Rated Frequency Rated Output Current
THDv(@linear load) Input AC (Grid side) Rated Input Voltage Rated Frequency
Rated Input Power Max. Input Current Output AC(Grid side) Rated Output Power Max. Apparent Output Powe Phase
Rated Grid Voltage Grid Voltage Range Rated Grid Frequency Rating Grid Output Current Power Factor THDi Protection Class

40 ~ 58 V 3 kW
60 A / 60 A CAN
3 kW 3 kVA <10 ms L/N/PE, 230 V 50/60 Hz 13 A 0.03
L/N/PE, 230 V 50/60 Hz 6 kW 26 A
3 kW 3 kVA Single phase L/N/PE, 230 V 180 ~ 270 V 50 / 60 Hz 13 A >0.99 (0.8 leading – 0.8 lagging) < 3%
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Overvoltage category
Efficiency (Inverter side) Max Efficiency Protection Anti-Islanding Protec- tion Insulation Resistor Detection Residual Current Monitoring Unit Output Over Current Protection Output Short Protection Output Overvoltage Protection Battery Reverse Protection Battery Breaker Features
AC Connection BAT Connection Communication Warranty
General Data
Display Dimensions(WHD) Weight Topology Operation Temperature Range Ingress Protection Relative Humidity Noise Emission
Cooling Concept Max. Operation Altitude Battery pack (SMILE-BAT-5P)
Battery Type Weight Dimension for One Pack (WHD)

SPECIFICATION
lll

94.5%
Integrated Integrated
Integrated
Integrated Integrated Integrated Integrated Integrated
Terminal block Terminal block LAN, WiFi (optional) 5 years standard
LED 640725250 mm
64 kg Transformerless -10 ~ +50 °C
IP65 0 ~ 100% <30 dB(A) @1m Natural convection 3000 m
LFP (LiFePO4) 48 kg
640345250 mm

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Ingress Protection Energy Capacity Usable Capacity DoD Nominal Voltage Operating Voltage Range Internal Resistance Max. Charging / Discharging Current* Operating Temperature Range
Monitoring Parameters
BMS Communication System Grid Connection Standard
Safety
EMC Standard
Warranty
Transportation

IP65 5.04 kWh 4.79 kWh
95% 48 V 45 ~ 54 V 20 m 60 A
Charge0T50¥ / Discharge-10T50¥ System voltage, current, cell voltage, cell temperature, PCBA temperature CAN and RS485 compatible
AS 4777.2, G98-1
IEC62040, IEC62619, EN61000-6-1/-2/-3/-4 5 Year product warranty,10 Year performance warranty
UN38.3

  • Max. charge/discharge current derating will occur related to temperature and SOC.

COMMUNICATION CONNECTION FIGURE 58
Appendix 1: Communication Connection Figure
WiFi/4G

SMILE-B3-PLUS
AUX

CAN/ BMS RS485

METER/ GRID_CT PV_CT LAN

Other Device

GRID-CT PV-CT

Home Appliances Router

SMILE Battery Pack

SMILE Battery Pack
Connect the CT

WiFi/4G

SMILE-B3-PLUS
AUX
CAN/ METER/ BMS RS485 GRID_CT PV_CT LAN

Home Appliances Router

Other Device
SMILE Battery Pack

Grid Meter PV Meter

SMILE Battery Pack

Connect the Meter

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Appendix 2: Regional Application Standard
Choose the correspond Regional Application Standard, the power quality modes Volt-var and VoltWatt will running automatically. (Only for regions with AS/NZW 4777.2 safety regulations).

Regional application Standard Australia A Australia B Australia C

Electric Company N/A N/A N/A Ausnet Services Jemena

Victoria
Queensland South Australia New South Wales Western Australia Australian Capital Territory

Citipower Powercor United Energy Energex Ergon Energy SA Power Networks Ausgrid Endeavour Energy Essential Energy Horizon Power Western Power Evoenergy

Northern Territory Tasmania New Zealand

NT Power and Water Tas Networks Vector

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