KODAK BL3.6 3.68kWh 48V Lithium Battery User Manual

KODAK BL3.6 3.68kWh 48V Lithium Battery

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Purpose
This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of the unit. Please read this manual carefully before installation and operation. Keep this manual for future reference.

Scope
This manual provides safety and installation instructions as well as information on tools and wiring.

Disposal
The storage, use and disposal of the products shall be carried out in accordance with the product manual, relevant contract or local environmental laws and regulations.

Target Group
This document is intended for qualified individuals; however procedures that do not require qualification may be performed by end users.
A qualified person requires having the relevant know-how and experience in the operation and installations of lithium batteries, and electrical devices
(in particular inverters). Additionally, Knowledge of the applicable standards and safety procedures related to the aforementioned installations.

Safety Instructions

The following clause contains important safety and operating instructions please review carefully.

Caution

• Caution : installing batteries, especially with inverters, carries a high-risk of electrocution or fire.
• Installation may only be performed by a qualified person.
• Connect wires firmly and do not reverse polarity or bridge between poles.
• Do not puncture, drop or cause any physical damage to t he batteries.
• Keep the batteries dry at all times, and avoid wet or humid environments where batteries are installed.
• Do not expose batteries to open flames or high temperature environments.
• Shut power off when maintain or removing batteries.
• In case of fire only use dry powder extinguisher or other non-liquid methods to extinguish flames.
• Do not d isassemble the batteries.
• If the batteries exhibit any faults please contact the agent or supplier, do not attempt to repair by unauthorised person.
• When installed batteries shall be grounded.
• Only use with compatible devices (especially inverters).
• Do not install the BL3.6 Lithium Batteries with any other lithium batteries.
• When not in use (storage) batteries should be recharged once every 6 months, and the Charge shall not exceed 80% of the rated capacity.
• Working temperatures are between -20℃ and 60℃.
• Avoid dust where possible.
• Please charge the batteries as soon as it gets empty because that will help to
• keep cycle life span.

Failure to comply with any of the above may damage the batteries and void the warranty.

Preface

Manual Declaration
The BL3.6 lithium iron phosphate batteries energy storage system can provide energy storage solutions for photovoltaic power generation users through parallel combination. This user manual details the basic structure parameters, basic procedures and methods of installation and operation and maintenance of the equipment.

Introduction

Brief Introduction
The BL3.6 Lithium Batteries are energy storage devices are intended for the use in backup power and solar energy solutions.

Products Features:
BL3.6 energy storage product’s anode materials are lithium iron phosphate, batteries cells are managed effectively by BMS with better performance, the system’s features as below:

• The BL3.6 Lithium Batteries offer high performance with 115A discharge current.
• The batteries are manufacture with a quality lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) cells for extended life cycle.
• The batteries’ cells are managed by the latest Batteries Management System (BMS) for improved performance and protection against over-discharge / charge / current and high temperatures.
• Our products comply with European ROHS standards, are SGS Certified and are composed of nontoxic environment-friendly materials.
• The batteries are stackable (Maximum of 15 units) for use in large energy storage solutions.
• The batteries offer a high depth of discharge (DOD) and low cut off voltage for maximum use.

Prodcut Specification

Size and Weight

Parameters

Interface Setting
This section details the front interface of the batteries

1

| Power switch| ON/OFF, must be in the “ON” state when in use
2| Positive terminal| Batteries output positive or parallel positive line
3| ON/OFF light| I n s t r u c t i o n s s h o w n a s i n 4 . 2

4

| Reset| Press this button may awake the batteries when the power switch is “ON”
5| Run| I n s t r u c t i o n s s h o w n a s i n 4 . 2
6| ALM| I n s t r u c t i o n s s h o w n a s i n 4 . 2
7| ADS| DIP switch
8| SOC| I n s t r u c t i o n s s h o w n a s i n 4 . 2
9| DO| Dry Contact
10| RS485| RS485, communication between the batteries and inverter
11| CAN| CAN Communication
12| RS232| RS232 Communication
13| RS485| RS485, communication between batteries
14| Negative terminal| Batteries output positive or parallel negative line
15| Ground| Shell ground connection

DIP Switch Definition and Description
Set the master batteries dip switch 1 to the ON position (up), for the first slave batteries set dip switch 2 ON, for the second slave batteries set dip switch one and two to ON, for the third batteries set dip switch 3 to ON (see illustration below).

Maximum of 15 batteries in parallel is supported,and the address codes for each batteries must be different.

Low-voltage protection
The batteries will disconnect when low-voltage cut off is reached and recover once charged above the low-voltage value.

Over-voltage protection
The batteries will stop charging when max-voltage cut off value is reached, charging will resume once the voltage goes under setting value

Over-current charge protection
The batteries will stop charging when current exceed the maximum allowed current, charging will resume once the voltage goes under setting value.

Over-current discharge protection
When the discharge current is larger than the protection value, the batteries will stop discharging. And protection will be released after rated delay time

Temperature Protection

Under/Over temperature protection in charge
When the temperature of the batteries is beyond range of 0 ~+55 during charging,temperature protection will be trigered and the batteries will stop charging. The protection will be released when it recovers to rated return range.

Under/Over temperature protection in discharge
The batteries allowed working temperature is between -20℃ and 60℃, the batteries will be disconnected if these values are exceeded. The batteries will resume operation once temperature reaches allowed values.

Other Protection

Short Circuit Protection
When there is a short circuit situation, the short circuit protection will be trigered, and the protection will be released after the load is removed or there’s a charging source connected.

Self Shutdown
When there are no external loads and power supply and no external communication for over 24 hours , the device will dormant standby automatically.

Installation and Configuration

Ready for installation

Safety Requirement
This system can only be installed by personnel who have been trained in the power supply system and have sufficient knowledge of the power system. The safety regulations and local safety regulations listed below should always be followed during the installation

• All-circuits connected to this power system with an external voltage of less than 48V must meet the SELV requirements defined in the IEC60950 standard.
• Only use Inverters and other equipment that are compatible with the batteries i.e. 48 volts inverters and inverter which are compatible with lithium batteries.
• Use the suitable cable size for the expected load current.
• Sufficient space is available for the batteries.
• Sufficient ventilation exists as to avid overheating of the batteries and other equipment.
• Use adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) when installing a batteries. If a batteries cabinet or rack is used that it is installed correctly and can carry the batteries weight.
• The power line specification shall meet the requirements of maximum discharge current for each product.

Environmental requirements

• Working temperature : -20℃ ~ +60 ℃
• Charging temperature range is 0℃~+60℃,
• Discharging temperature range is -20 ℃ ~+60℃
• Storage temperature : -10C ~ +35℃
• Relative humidity : 5% ~ 85%RH
• Elevation: no more than 4000m

Operating environment: Indoor installation, sites avoid the sun and no wind, no conductive dust and corrosive gas. And the following conditions are met

• Installation location should be away from the sea to avoid brine and high humidity environment.
• The ground is flat and level.
• There is no flammable explosive near to the installation places.
• The optimal ambient temperature is 15%C~ 30 %C
• Keep away from dust, high humidity and condensation areas

Tools and data
Hardware tool Tools and meters that may be used are shown in table 3一1. Table 3一1 Tool instrument

Name

Screwdriver| AVO meter
Wrench| Clamp meter
Inclined pliers| Insulating tape
Needle nose pliers| The thermometer
Clip forceps| Wrist strap
Wire stripper| AVO meter
Electric drill| Tape

Technical preparation

Devices that connected directly to the batteries can be user equipments, power supplies, and other power supplies.

Electrical interface check

• Please check if the user’s PV power generation equipment, power supplier or other power supply equipment has a DC output interface, and the voltage meet the requirements of the inverter.
• And check the maximum discharge current capability of the DC power interface of the user’s photovoltaic power generation equipment, power supply or other power supply equipment should be greater than the maximum charging current of the products

The security check

Unpacking inspection

• Firefighting equipment should be provided near the equipment, such as portable dry powder fire extinguisher.
• No flammable, explosive and other dangerous articles are placed beside the batteries.
• When the equipment arrives at the installation site, loading and unloading should be carried out according to the rules and regulations, to prevent from being exposed to sun and rain.
• Before unpacking, the total number of packages shall be indicated according to the shipping list attached to each package, and the case shall be checked for good condition.
• In the process of unpacking, handle with care and protect the surface coating of the object.
• After the package is open, the installation package should read the technical documents, verify the list, according to the configuration table and packing list, ensure objects are complete and intact, if the internal package is damaged, Nexamined and Examine and recording will be required.

Engineering coordination
Attention should be paid to the following items before construction

• Power line specification:
  The power line specification shall meet the requirements of maximum discharge current for each product.

• Mounting space and bearing capacity:
  Make sure that the batteries has enough room to install, and that the batteries rack and bracket have enough load capacity.

• Make sure the power line and ground wire are reasonable. Not easy to short-circuit, water and corrosion

Equipment installation
Table 3-2 Installation steps

Step1| Installation preparation| Confirm that the ON/OFF switch on the front panel of BL3.6
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Step2

|

Mechanical Installation

| 1. Cabinet placement position determination
2. Top cable harness pre-installed
3. Batteries module installation

Step3

|

Electrical Installation

| 1. Ground cable installation
2. Batteries module parallel cable installation
3. Batteries module total positive cable installation
4. Batteries module total negative cable installtion
5. Internal RS485 communication interface connection

Step4

|

Batteries System self-test

| 1. Press the ON/OFF switch to the “ON” state
2. BMS system power一on activation
3. Check the system output voltage
4. Shut down the system

Step5

|

Connecting inverter

| 1. Connect total positive & total

negative cable of the

2. Connect the external RS485 communication cable to the inverter

Installation preparation

1. Prepare equipment and tools for installation
2. Check if the switch of the batteries unit is in the “OFF”state to ensure no live operation.

Electrical installation
Before connecting the power cables, using multimeter to measure cable continuity, short circuit, confirm positive and negative, and accurately mark the cable labels. Measuring methods:

• Cable availability : select the buzzer and use the probe to measure the ends of the same color cable. If the buzzer calls, it means the cable is available.
• Short circuit judgment : choose multimeter resistor file, probe the same end of positive and negative pole, if the resistor shows infinity, means that the cable is available.
• After visual testing of power line is connected well, the positive and negative poles of the batteries shall be connected respectively to the positive and negative poles of the opposite terminal

It is better to add a circuit breaker between the inverter and the batteries system. The selection ofthe circuit breaker requires

BL3.6 Batteries Connecting Illustration
The accessory 3AWG wire of BL3.6 can support current of 1 A at most, so, when the inverter is parallel connected, and the output power of the inverter exceeds 5KW, additional main wire may be needed to realize the function of the whole system. 3.3.2 Take the inverter output power of 10KW, 15 15 KW, and 20KW as an example:

1. When two 5KW inverters are combined in parallel, the total output of the batteries will be 10KW, so the main wire will take 200A current at most. If the accessories, 4AWG or 6AWG wire is used to delivered 200A current, there will be serious heating and even the risk of component failure. Therefore, it is suggested to use design the main wire as designed in the schematics. The current capacity of the main wire should not exceed 200A，and the batteries and the main wire should be connected point-to-point. The two inverters communicate with the host batteries 1# through the Hub, as the schematic shows
2. The wiring of 15KW and 20KW output power of the inverter are similar with 10KW.
   Note : the red wire represents the main line of positive electrode, the positive electrode of a single batteries (purple wire) should be connected directly to the main wire; and the black wire represents the main wire of negative electrode, the negative electrode of a single batteries should be connected directly to the main wire

Two Inverters in Parallel

Three Inverters in Parallel

Four Inverters in Parallel

The circuit breaker is installed between the batteries module and the inverter , as shown in Figure

Use, maintenance and troubleshooting

Batteries system usage and operation instructions
After completing the electrical installation, follow these steps to start the batteries system. Refer to the description of the DIP switch of 2.3.1 to prepare the batteries module before starting up, then press the ON/OFF button to the ON position. After the indicator self-test, the RUN indicator will light and the SOC indicator will be on (100% SOC status in the Figure4-1).

Note:

1. After pressing the power button, if the batteries status indicator on the front panel continues to be red, please refer to the “4.2 Alarm description and processing “. If the failure cannot be eliminated, please contact the dealer timely.
2. Use a voltmeter to measure whether the voltage of the circuit breaker batteries access terminal is greater than 42V, and check whether the voltage polarity is consistent with the inverter input polarity. If the circuit breaker batteries input terminal has a voltage output and is greater than 42V, then the batteries has started normal work.
3. After confirming that the batteries output voltage and polarity are correct, turn on the inverter, close the circuit breaker.
4. Check if the indicator of the inverter and batteries connection (communication indicator and batteries access status indicator) is normal. If it is normal, successfully complete the connection between the batteries and the inverter. If the indicator light is abnormal, please refer to the inverter manual for the cause or contact the dealer

Alarm description and processing
LED instructions

State

| Normal/ Alarm/ Protection| ON/ OFF| RUN| ALM| Power Indicator LED|

Instructions

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
| | | | | | |
Shutdown| Sleep| OFF| OFF| OFF| OFF| All OFF

Standby

| Normal| ON| Flash1| OFF|

According to the gas gauging

| Standby mode
Alarm| ON| Flash1| Flash3| Cell under Voltage

Charge

| Normal| ON| ON| OFF|

According to the gas gauging,maximum LED falsh2

| Maximum led flash, ALM not flash when ovp alarm
Alarm| ON| ON| Flash3
OVP| ON| ON| OFF| ON| Switch to standby when there are no

electric supply

Temp/ occ/failure| ON| OFF| ON| OFF| Stop charging

Discharge

| Normal| ON| Flash3| OFF|

According to the gas gauging

|
Alarm| ON| Flash3| Flash3
UVP| ON| OFF| OFF| OFF| Stop discharging
Temp/ ocd / ascd/ failure|

ON

|

OFF

|

ON

|

OFF

|

Stop discharging

Failure| | OFF| OFF| ON| OFF| Stop charging/ discharging
State| Charge| Discharge
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Capacity Indicator Light| L6

| L5

| L4

| L3

| L2

| L1

| L6

| L5

| L4

| L3

| L2

| L1

Gas gauging

|

0-16.6%

|

OFF

|

Flash2

|

OFF

|

NO

16.6-33.2%

|

OFF

|

Flash2

|

NO

|

OFF

|

NO

33.2-49.8%

|

OFF

|

Flash2

|

NO

|

OFF

|

NO

49.8-66.4%

|

OFF

|

Flash2

|

NO

|

OFF

|

NO

66.4-83.0%

|

OFF

|

Flash2

|

NO

|

OFF

|

NO

83.0-100%

|

Flash2

|

NO

|

NO

Running light

|

NO

|

Flash3

LED flash instructions

Note : The LED indicator can be enabled or disabled through the upper computer, which is enabled by default

Communication with inverter brand

Packing List

Warranty Claim Form

Note : Signature or Seal stamp required. Please print it，sign or stamp and then email to Distributor. Distributor shall have no obligation for unqualified application such as incorrect information or missing necessary information.

Product Model| | SerialNumber(S/N)|
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Company Name|
Contact Person| | Contact Number|
Contact Email|
Company Address|
Name of End user| | |
Date of Installation|
Installation  Location

（Outdoors and indoors）

|

Fault Description

Can the battery start up| Communication is normal| LED status (Quantity and color)
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| |

Warranty Claim Authorized Signature ：
The following information must provide after faulty battery been replaced Replacement Information

Replacement Information Authorized signature:|
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Contact Distributor :|
Distributor Name:

(With stamp for confirmation)

|
Contact Email:|
Telephone #:|

For further information visit www.bluemountainpv.com
@ 2021 Blue Mountain Energy LTD . The Kodak trademark , logo and trade dress are used under license from Kodak . Blue Mountain Energy Ltd.Crown House , 27 Old Gloucester Street , London WC1N 3AX Made in China. All information contained in this document is subject to change without notice

References

• Blue Mountain Energy Ltd – Kodak Brand Licensee

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