Global Sources SF100D-E Balcony Energy Storage System User Guide

Global Sources SF100D-E Balcony Energy Storage System

Product Information

This product is a balcony energy storage system designed for solar panels and micro inverter home grid-connected systems. It features a built-in PV HUB and LiFePO4 battery, which improves the utilization rate of home grid-connected systems and meets the demand for solar energy storage. The energy storage battery provides power to the micro inverter during peak hours or at night, saving electricity costs for families and promoting the use of clean energy.

The product supports battery capacity expansion, allowing users to match the battery pack according to their energy storage and power consumption requirements. The maximum battery capacity can be expanded up to 7680Wh. It also comes with an independent APP that enables users to allocate energy storage and output based on household electricity consumption time and power. The APP provides real-time viewing of the working status and historical data of the balcony energy storage system.

Product Functions
The product functions as an energy storage system for solar panels and micro inverters. It allows for power storage priority mode, power use priority mode, PV direct output mode, and power storage and consumption mode. These modes can be set through the APP or by using the POWER button on the product.

Product Technical Parameters

Product Packing List

Product Instructions

1. PV Input Voltage and Solar Panel Power
   This product supports a PV input voltage range of 12V-60V. The recommended MPPT voltage is 26V-60V. It is recommended to use solar panels with a power rating of 1600W.

2. Solar Panel Input Ports
   This product has two sets of input ports for solar panels: PV1+ and PV1-, and PV2+ and PV2-. Each set supports a solar panel input power of 800W. When connecting solar panels, please make sure to distinguish between PV1 and PV2 input ports. Each set should be connected to an 800W solar panel input.

3. Maximum Output Power
   The maximum output power of this product is 1200W, which is compatible with micro inverters. It is recommended to use a 600W or 800W microinverter.

4. Battery Capacity
   The built-in battery capacity of this product is 1536Wh. Users have the option to expand the battery capacity according to their household power consumption. Each expansion battery has a capacity of 1536Wh, and the maximum expansion capacity is 7680Wh.

5. Additional Accessories
   According to user needs, the company can provide solar panels and micro- inverters as additional accessories.

6. Working Modes
   The working mode of the product can be set through the APP or by using the POWER button on the product. The available modes include power storage priority mode, power use priority mode, PV direct output mode, and power storage and consumption mode. These modes can be switched cycle to meet the various needs of users.

7. Mode Switching Indication
   The mode switching can be confirmed by observing the blinking state of the power indicator LEDs

   • The fifth LED flashes five times from left to right to indicate the power storage priority mode.
   • The fourth LED flashes five times from left to right to indicate the power use priority mode.
   • The third LED flashes five times from left to right to indicate the PV direct output mode.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Attention

1. Please read the product user manual carefully before using.
2. Do not handle the product violently, impact it, or puncture it.
3. Please recycle and dispose this product according to local laws and regulations.
4. Do not disassemble the product by yourself. If you have to disassemble this product, you must obtain authorization from the manufacturer.
5. During installation, please pay attention to the positive and negative polarity of the cables to avoid incorrect connections or short circuits.
6. If you need to replace the cables or add additional expansion batteries during daily use, please turn off the product and disconnect the power supply. Otherwise, it may cause a spark and cause fire.
7. Before shipping this product, we have careful inspections and packaging. If you receive a damaged package or missing parts, please contact the dealer for assistance. We are delight to help.

Product Introduction

This product is a balcony energy storage system, mainly used for solar panels and micro inverter home grid-connected system. This product with a built-in PV HUB and LiFePO4 battery, it can improve the utilization rate of home grid- connected system and meet the demand for solar energy storage. The energy storage battery supplies power to the micro inverter when during peak hours or at night. It save electricity costs for families and help the application of clean energy.
This product supports battery capacity expansion, matching the battery pack according to the user’s energy storage and power consumption requirements. The maximum battery capacity can be expanded to 7680Wh. The product is matched with an independent APP, which can allocate energy storage and output according to the household electricity consumption time and power, support real-time viewing of the working status and historical data of the balcony energy storage system.

Product Functions Introduction

1. PV+ input port
2. PV- input port
3. Waterproof vent valve
4.  Ground wire
5.  Waterproof Cover
6. Parallel Port
7. Battery display
8. ON/OFF Button
9. Battery Output Port P.
10.  Battery Output Port P+
11.  Communication Antenna

Product Technical Parameters

Product packing list

Product Instructions

1.  This product supports PV input voltage of 12V-60V, the best MPPT voltage is 26V-60V, it is recommended to use solar panel power of 1600W.
2.  This product “PV1+” and “PV1-” support solar panel input power of 800W, “PV2+” and “PV2-” support solar panel input power of 800W, the total input power of 1600W. When accessing solar panels, please distinguish PV1 and PV2 input ports, Each access 800W solar panel input.
3. The maximum output power of this product is 1200W to match with the micro inverter, it is recommended to use 600W/800W microinverter.
4. The built-in battery capacity of this product is 1536Wh, the user can choose to expand the battery according to the household power consumption, the single expansion battery capacity is 1536Wh, the maximum expansion battery capacity is 7680Wh.
5.  According to user needs, the company can provide solar panels and micro-inverters.
6. The working mode of the product can be set through the APP. You can choose the power storage priority mode, the power use priority mode, the PV direct output mode, the power storage and the power consumption mode, and the four modes can be switched (for APP, please see article 7). It can also be set through the POWER button of this product. The POWER button can be clicked three times continuously within 3S, and the above four modes can be switched cycle to meet the various needs of users.
7. You can judge whether the mode is successfully switched from the blinking state of the power indicator:
   •  The fifth LED flash five times from left to right represents the power storage priority mode.
   •  From left to right, the fourth LED flashes five times, indicating the power use priority mode.
   • From left to right, the third LED flash 5 generation PV direct output mode.
   • The second LED flash five times from left to right represents the power storage and the power use mode .
8.  Click the main button 5 times or more within 3S, you can reset the WIFI and restore the factory Settings.
9. The working diagram of the product is as follows.

Product Installation

1. Preparation Before Instillation Tools Phillips screwdriver Electric drill Gloves Multimeter Safety goggles Measuring tape Insulated shoes.

2. Installation Steps

3. Sort all the accessories of the product.

4. Measure the distance at the selected installation location using a measuring tape, and then drill holes with an electric drill.(Select a wall with load-bearing capacity)

5. Hang the product onto the mounting bracket and ensure that it is securely secured.

6. Hang the product onto the mounting bracket and ensure that it is securely secured.

7. Connect the PV input cable

8.  Please connect the first group of solar panel PV+ (red cable) to the PV1+ input port of the product, and the solar panel PV- (black cable) to the PV1-input port of the product. The solar panel power is 800W.

9.  Connect the second solar panel PV+ (red cable) to the PV2+ input port of the product, and connect the second solar panel PV- (black cable) to the PV2-input port of the product. The solar panel power is 800W.

10. The positive and negative poles of the same group of solar panels can only be connected to PV1 or PV2, and the positive and negative poles of the same group of solar panels can not be connected to PV1 and PV2.
    Attention When connecting the PV cable, pay attention to distinguish the positive and negative terminals and connect the solar panels to the product in groups to avoid damage to the product caused by access errors.

11. Connect the micro inverter cable

12. Connect the” P+” port to the positive cable of the micro inverter.

13. Connect the” P-“port to the negative cable of the micro inverter.
    Attention A. If one 600W or 800W micro inverter is used, connect the P+ and P- output ports of the balcony energy storage to one micro inverter. If two 600W and below micro inverters are used, the balcony energy storage P+ and P- output ports need to be connected in parallel with parallel cables, and then connected to the micro inverter. B. When connecting the micro inverter, please distinguish the P+ and P- output ports to avoid damage to the product or the micro inverter caused by connection errors.

14.  Set up this product through the APP. Download APP to debug and control this product (see Article 7 for specific operations)

APP Introduction

1.  After the product is installed, you can download the APP to connect to the product for operation (specific installation steps are as follows).

2. Step 1: Scan the QR code to download the APP.

3. Step 2 : Register and log in to the APP.

4. Step 3 : Turn on the portable power switch of the balcony energy storage, and the WIFI indicator flashes into the distribution network state.

5. Step 4 : Turn on Bluetooth and WIFI, and the WIFI network is 2.4G frequency.

6. Step 5 : Open the APP. If “Connect Device” pops up, click Connect. (A) If “Connect Device” doesn’t pop up, click “+” to select add device and click Connect (B) .

7. Step 6 : Select the corresponding WIFI name and enter the password to enter the add device wait (C) (D) Note: If the connection is not possible, please check whether the WIFI network is 2.4G frequency, non-2.4G frequency will not be connected successfully.

8. Step 7 : When the device is added (E) and the WIFI icon on the product is steady on, click Finish to enter the APP operation interface (F) .

9. The APP supports the setting of working mode. The user can choose the working mode of the product in the APP according to the power consumption situation. The user can choose the power storage priority mode, the power use priority mode, the PV direct output mode, the power storage and the power use mode to meet the various power needs of the user.

   • Power storage priority mode
     When the solar panel generates electricity, the internal battery of this product is charged.

   • Power use priority mode
     When the solar panel power generation capacity is insufficient or there is no solar cell power generation, the built-in battery output of this product provides power to the micro inverte

   • PV direct output mod
     When the solar panel generates electricity, it supplies power directly to the micro inverter

   •  Power storage and the power use mode
     When the solar panel generates electricity, part of the electricity is output to your micro inverter for home use, and part of the electricity is charged to the built-in battery of this product

10.  After the first installation of the product, the user needs to set the output power and time of the product in combination with the household electricity consumption, which can better save the electricity cost for the family.

11.  It can remotely control and view the working status and historical charge and discharge data of the product.

12. Before the product leaves the factory, the default working mode is the power storage priority mode

Safety Guidelines

1. Do not place this product near any heat sources, such as open flames or heating furnaces.
2. Do not place this product into position nearby any liquid, and do not drop this product into water.
3. It is prohibited to use this product in areas with strong static electricity or strong magnetic fields.
4. Do not dismantle the product or puncture it with any sharp objects.
5. Do not short-circuit the product using wires or other metallic objects.
6. Please use solar panels and micro inverters manufactured by reputable companies to prevent damage to the product.
7. When using this product, strictly adhere to the recommended operating temperature range stated in the user manual. High temperatures may cause the battery to catch fire or explode.
8. Do not stack any heavy objects on top of this product.
9. Avoid impact, dropping, or severe vibration. If significant external force is applied, immediately disconnect the power and cease using the product.
10. In case of a fire, please use the following recommended extinguishing materials in the given order: water or water mist, sand, fire blanket, dry powder, carbon dioxide fire extinguisher.
11. Install this product in a location where children and pets cannot access it.

Disposal
This product contains a lithium iron phosphate battery, and should be professionally disassembled and disposed of according to local laws and regulations, with materials sorted accordingly.

Troubleshooting

1.  Solar panel not charging
   •  Check that the solar panel’s working range matches this product;
   • Check that the solar panel cable is securely connected and that the positive and negative terminals are correct;
   • Check that the solar panel is exposed to sunlight. If the solar panel is not exposed to sunlight, it may not work.
2.  Product not discharging
   •  Check whether the product’s battery has power. If it doesn’t, charge the product first;
   •  Check if the product switch is turned on;
   •  Check if the cable connecting the product and micro inverter is connected securely and the polarity is correct;
   • Check if the micro inverter is functioning properly;
   •  Check if the grid has power. When the grid is down, the micro inverter will not operate.

After-sales service During the use of the product,

if troubleshooting cannot be resolved by following the user manual, please contact the dealer immediately and clearly provide the product model, purchase date, contact phone number, and the nature of the problem.

1. The product warranty period is five years. The warranty period starts from the date of purchase by the consumer. To determine the purchase date, please keep related receipts or online purchase records.
2.  Within the warranty period, if any damage is caused by product design, materials, or non-human factors, the company will assume the obligation of free maintenance and replacement of parts.
3.  The following situations are not covered by the warranty
   • A. Unauthorized repairs or modifications
   • B. Product performance failure caused by human factors
   • C. Damage caused by natural disasters, lightning, accidents, or other irresistible factors
   • D. Damage to the appearance of the product caused by use, which is not covered by the warranty.
4.  Warranty record product Card

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