EG4 12V 400AH Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Modules Owner’s Manual
- July 20, 2024
- Eg4
Table of Contents
- EG4 12V 400AH Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Modules
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- EG4 LIFEPOWER ADVANTAGES
- BATTERY MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
- PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONS
- DIP SWITCH ADDRESS ASSIGNING
- BATTERY LED INDICATOR DESCRIPTIONS
- BMS SPECIFICATIONS
- INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
- PC SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
- SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
- Shipping and Storage of Battery
- Common Faults
- Precautions
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
EG4 12V 400AH Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Modules
Specifications:
- Model: EG4-LiFePower4
- Capacity: 12V 400AH
- Energy: 5120WH
- Dimensions: 442mm x 470mm x 155mm
- Weight: 109 lbs
Product Information
EG4 LIFEPOWER Advantages:
- Battery Module Specifications:
- 1. Handle: For Carrying
- 2. Terminals: Power Line Connection
- 3. Fixture: Installed Assign Dip Switch
- 4. ID: LED On/Off
- 5. RUN: Communication Port
- 6. RS485: On/Off Switch
- 7. On/Off Switch: On/Off Switch
- 8. ALM: LED Alarm
- 9. SOC: State of Charge
- 10. DO: Dry Contact
DIP SWITCH ADDRESS ASSIGNING
Note: Code bits are used for control panel ID code corresponding to
binary digits. Low digit is dial up (OFF), high digit is dial down (ON).
Supports up to 16 modules cascade.
BATTERY LED INDICATOR DESCRIPTIONS
Note: SOC (State of Charge) is indicated by 4 LEDs, each representing
20% SOC.
BMS Specifications:
- Voltage Warning and Protection for module and each cell
- Over Charge protection
- Over Discharge Protection
- Current Warning and Protection
- Charging Current Maximums
- Discharging Over Current Protection
- Reverse Polarity Protection
- Temperature Warning and Protection (BMS and Cell Sensors)
- Smart Cell Balancing
- Battery Thermal Preservation
Product Usage Instructions
Installation Overview:
Installation Preparation:
Prior to installation, ensure all load equipment to be connected is in good
condition. Check cabling for exposed wiring, integrity loss, or poor
insulation. Ground all battery and power systems securely. Ensure all power
systems are OFF.
Installation Environment Requirements:
- Type:
- Working Temperature: -4°F to +131°F
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to +113°F
- Relative Humidity: TBD
- Atmospheric Pressure: TBD
- Site Requirements: TBD
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
-
Q: How do I know when the battery is fully charged?
A: The battery LED indicator has 4 lights that show the State of Charge (SOC). When all 4 lights are on, it indicates a full charge. -
Q: What should I do in case of a temperature warning?
A: If there is a temperature warning, stop using the battery immediately and contact customer support for assistance.
OVERVIEW
The EG4 series of Lithium iron phosphate battery modules are designed for
maximum energy density. Perfect for use in Solar Systems, Off Grid Living,
UPS/Energy Storage Scenarios, Portable Devices, RVs, Tiny Homes, Boats, and
Lead Acid Conversion Applications. The battery modules include an integrated,
intelligent Battery Management System (BMS) that monitors, manages, and logs
all individual battery cell parameters. The BMS provides advantages on safety,
cycle life, energy density, temperature range, over health and environmental
protections.
BEFORE YOU START:
Read all the safety information provided in this document prior to installing
or operating the equipment. Contact Customer Support immediately for any
questions or concerns,903-441-2090. To
handle or operate the battery modules:
- Installation must be performed by a knowledgeable and qualified professional
- Read the complete user manual before operating or handling battery modules
- Remove any possible shorting risks from your body, such as metallic jewelry, watches, rings, necklaces, etc
- All tools shall be insulated
MODEL PARAMETERS / SPECIFICATIONS:
MODEL| VOLTAGE| CAPACITY| ENERGY| LENGTH| WIDTH|
HEIGHT| WEIGH T (LBS)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
12V400AH| 12.8V| 400AH| 5120WH| 442MM| 470MM| 155MM| 109
EG4 LIFEPOWER ADVANTAGES
This battery consists of prismatic LFP Cells, Wire, BMS, and Container
- 19” 3.5U Rack Mount Design
- Expandable up to 16 units
- Highest Performance LFP Cells with long life, safety features, and a wide temperature range
- Small Size, Light Weight, High Energy Density
- Single Cell Container is fire retardant, stable and safe
- Built-In 200AH BMS with voltage, current, temperature, and health management
- Integrated Bluetooth with APP for monitoring
- 10-20 Year Design Life
- Maintenance Free, 5 Year Warranty
BATTERY MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT IMAGES (12V/400AH):
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONS
NO. | NAME | FUNCTION | REMARKS |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Handle | For Carrying, Handling | |
2 | Terminals | Power Line Connection | |
3 | Fixture | installed | |
4 | ID | Assign Dip Switch | See Next Chart |
5 | RUN | LED On/Off | Indicates Operation |
6 | RS485 | Communication Port | |
7 | On / Off Switch | On / Off Switch | |
8 | ALM | LED Alarm | |
9 | SOC | State of Charge | 4 lights full charge |
10 | DO | Dry Contact | optional |
DIP SWITCH ADDRESS ASSIGNING
Note: In the table, code bits are in accordance with the control panel ID code corresponding to the binary digit, dial up stands for “OFF “, dial down stand for ” ON “, the left dial is low digit, the right dial is high digit, encoding in the range of 0~15, which can support up to 16 modules cascade.
BATTERY LED INDICATOR DESCRIPTIONS
Note:The SOC means “state of charge”, there are 4 LEDs for SOC. From left to right, each light indicates an increase of 20% SOC.
BMS SPECIFICATIONS
BMS provides complete management and protection for your batteries cells. You can expect
- Voltage Warning and Protection for module and each cell
- Over Charge protection
- Over Discharge Protection
- Current Warning and Protection
- Charging Current Maximums
- Discharging Over Current Protection
- Reverse Polarity Protection
- Temperature Warning and Protection (BMS and Cell Sensors)
- Smart Cell Balancing
- Battery Thermal Preservation
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Installation Preparation
Prior to installation ensure that all Load Equipment to be connected to the
battery system is in good condition and free from defects. Double check all
cabling for exposed wiring, loss of integrity, or poor insulation. Ensure all
battery and power systems are reliably grounded. Please double check that all
power systems are in the OFF state.
Installation Environment
TYPE | REQUIREMENT |
---|---|
Working Temperature | -4℉ ~ +131 ℉ |
Storage Temperature | -4℉ ~ +113 ℉ |
Relative Humidity | <95% |
Atmospheric Pressure | 86kPa ~ 106kPa |
Site Requirements | No Conductive Dust / Corrosive Gas. Keep away from Heat and |
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Installation Process
Installation Steps
STEP NO. | NAME | DEFINITION |
---|---|---|
1 | Turn off power supply | System should be powered off completely. No |
electrical in installation
2| Mechanical Installation|
- Mounting Lug Installation
- Battery Rack Installation
3| Electrical Installation|
- Ground Battery
- Battery Power Cable Installation
- Connection to Equipment
- Communication Cable Installation
4| Commissioning the Battery| Power system on – first commission
Ensure that Inverter and Solar Equipment is powered off, as well as Battery
Bank is powered off.
Installation of Mounting Lugs – Equipment will be fixed to rack or
mounting bracket by the chassis mounting lugs, before the installation of
equipment, fix the mounting lugs on both sides of the battery box, ensure that
the installation is strong and stable.
Battery Rack Installation – Module mounted in the rack 19 inch ( or
cabinet ), when installed use portable handles to arrange in parallel on the
frame ( or cabinet ) use the supporting plates within the rack ( or cabinet ),
ensure the mounting lugs and frame ( or cabinet ) edge securing with screw
into the rack to the mounting holes to ensure that the battery pack mounted
solid in the rack.
Ground Battery – use a Grounding cable. The grounding cable ends with a
screw. You will fit the chassis rear grounding hole, the other end is
connected to the frame ( or cabinet ) grounding copper bar, always double-
check to ensure a stable connection.
Power Cable Installation. When using a single battery, battery terminals
directly connected to the device or switch power supply terminal, if there are
multiple batteries in parallel when in use, please connect all batteries to
the copper bus-bar with the power cables.
Connection to Equipment – Connect the copper bus-bar to the charger/load
system with power cable to your equipment. ENSURE NOT TO REVERSE POLARIZE!
Communication Cable Installation. When the battery is used in a single,
please skip this step. When a plurality of batteries are used in parallel
please name each battery based on their dip switches. ( ensure no duplicate
address codes are used ), and then connect the communication interface of
RS485 one by one. Connect the first or last battery module RS485 interface to
the inverter or PC monitor.
After all previous steps have been completed, turn ON each battery module
(including their respective output circuit breaker to ON), one at a time,
pausing between each to allow the batteries to stabilize. Continue until all
battery modules are ON and terminal voltage is detected on the bus bar. If any
battery module does not start, or the front panel “ALM” (alarm) lights, or the
output circuit breaker goes OFF, immediately turn OFF all battery modules and
disconnect the offending battery module from the rack bus bar and remove it
from the rack for further inspection. Once all connected battery modules are
deemed functioning properly, then turn ON or enable power sources and loads,
one at a time, while monitoring the battery modules, sources, and loads for
any anomalies. If any battery module front panel “ALM” (alarm) lights, or any
circuit breaker trips, or fuses blow, or arcing, or smoke, immediately turn
OFF all battery modules, sources, and loads and correct the fault before
proceeding.
Caution: If you have any questions about the installation, stop and
contact technical support to avoid damage or accidents.
PC SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
Software Menu
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Unzip the software
Start the software
Connect the battery communication port with the communication cable(DB9
interface or RS485 interface).
Set the baud rate to 9600.
Click “Search Device”, and the battery BMS will be online automatically. Then
all the battery data can be displayed on the PC software.
Shipping and Storage of Battery
Shipping
According to the provisions of the product, it can be used in general means of
conveyance. Please avoid throwing and/or dropping the battery, keep out of
rainfall and strong radiation. Ensure the environment is not prone to
corrosion During transportation, please prevent any collisions or strong
vibrations of the battery bank.
Storage
Store device indoors with an ambient air temperature between 32F to + 113F,
the average monthly relative humidity never exceeding 90%, the ambient air
must be free of corrosive, flammable, and explosive gas; storage within
warehouse should be ventilated, free of alkaline, acidic substances, and other
corrosive gases. Please ensure the battery is removed from repetitive, strong
mechanical vibrations, shock, and outside of strong electromagnetic fields and
direct sunlight.
WARNINGS:
When the ALM lights up the battery has been alarmed or protected, please check
fault reasons and take corresponding measures. Table below states the main
alarm conditions.
Common Faults
Common Faults
Precautions
Please read and comply with the following conditions of installation and use of the battery, incorrect installation using the battery may cause personal injury or damage to the product.
- DO NOT place the LiFePower4 batteries in series.
- DO NOT throw the battery into water. Store batteries in cool and dry environment when not in use.
- DO NOT put the battery into fire or heat the battery, so as to avoid explosion or other dangerous events.
- When charging the battery please choose specialized charging equipment, and follow the correct procedures, do not use unqualified chargers.
- DO NOT reverse positive and negative terminals, do not connect the battery directly to AC power to avoid battery short circuit.
- DO NOT use batteries from different manufacturers or different kinds, types together ,and do not mix old batteries and new batteries.
- DO NOT use the battery when it becomes hot, bulges, deforms or leaks.
- DO NOT puncture the battery by nail or other sharp objects; Do not throw, stamp on, impact or hit the battery.
- DO NOT open or try to repair the battery when it is defective. Warranty invalid if the battery repaired or disassembled.
- Batteries are 75% charged before shipment, Don’t use the battery if it’s hot, bulged, or smells abnormal and so on, and report to the after sale dept. immediately.
- If you need storage the battery for a long time, please charge and discharge the battery every three months to ensure the best performance, and the best state of charge for storage is between 50%~60%.
- Please use the battery in the temperature range which is defined in the manual.
- The state of charge of batteries is 50% before shipment, please charge the battery before using.
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