Advanced Energy Discover 42-48-6650 User manual

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AES LiFePO4INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL - AUSTRALIA
805-0049 REV A
BATTERY MODEL
42-48-6650

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1. AUDIENCE, SAFETY, MESSAGES, AND WARNINGS ......................................3
1.1 Audience.................................................................3
1.2 Warning, Caution, Notice, and Note Messages ..................................3
1.3 General Warnings .........................................................4
1.4 Safe Handling Procedures...................................................5
1.5 Personal Protective Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2. ITEMS SHIPPED IN THE BOX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................6
3.1 Electrical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.2 Mechanical Specifications...................................................7
3.3 Environmental Specifications ................................................7
3.4 Protection Specifications....................................................7
3.5 Regulatory ...............................................................9
4. TRANSPORTATION ..................................................................9
5. HANDLING .........................................................................9
6. FEATURES ..........................................................................9
6.1 Internal Battery Fuse ......................................................10
6.2 ON/OFF Key .............................................................10
6.3 AEbus Port (LYNK Port) ....................................................10
6.4 Equipment Ground .......................................................11
7. THEORY OF OPERATION............................................................. 11
7.1 Ingress Protection IP55 ....................................................11
7.2 Battery Management System ...............................................12
7.3 AEbus (LYNK) Network Communication ......................................13
8. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................... 13
9. INSTALLATION ..................................................................... 14
9.1 Tools ...................................................................14
9.2 Location ................................................................14
9.3 DC Cables ...............................................................15
9.4 Protection ...............................................................15
9.5 Securing the Battery ......................................................16
9.6 Installing the Battery ......................................................17
9.7 Installing Batteries in Parallel Battery Wiring...................................18
9.8 AEbus (LYNK) Network ....................................................20
10. OPERATION ....................................................................... 22
10.1 Low Voltage Cut-Off .......................................................22
10.2 State of Charge ..........................................................22
10.3 Charging ................................................................22
10.4 Charging Profile ..........................................................23
11. ROUTINE INSPECTION .............................................................. 25
12. STORAGE ......................................................................... 25
13. BATTERY MODULE FIRMWARE AND DATA LOGS ....................................... 26
14. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 26
15. RELATED INFORMATION ............................................................ 26
16. GLOSSARY OF TERMS, ABBREVIATIONS, AND ACRONYMS ............................. 26

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Introduction
The AES LiFePO4is a battery that can operate on its own or in a battery bank
configuration where multiple batteries are connected in parallel.
This Manual covers serial numbers for part number 42-48-6650 greater than
DET424820275xxxx.
1. AUDIENCE, SAFETY, MESSAGES, AND WARNINGS
1.1 Audience
Configuration, installation, service, and operating tasks should only be performed
by qualified personnel in consultation with local authorities having jurisdiction
and authorized dealers. Qualified personnel should have training, knowledge, and
experience in:
• Installing electrical equipment
• Applying applicable installation codes
• Analyzing and reducing hazards involved in performing electrical work
• Installing and configuring batteries
• Installing and configuring systems activated by relays
1.2 Warning, Caution, Notice, and Note Messages
Messages in this manual are formatted according to this structure.
Additional information concerning important procedures and features of
the product. Read all the instructions before installation, operation, and
maintenance.
Important information regarding hazardous conditions.
WARNING
Important information regarding hazardous conditions that may result in personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
Important information regarding hazardous conditions that may result in personal
injury.
NOTICE
Important information regarding conditions that may damage the equipment but
not result in personal injury.
NOTE
Ad hoc information concerning important procedures and features unrelated to
personal injury or equipment damage.

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1.3 General Warnings
Do not crush, disassemble or dispose of the battery module in fire or the
garbage.
This product is made of recyclable materials and must be recycled.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD
• This equipment must only be installed as specified.
• Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
• If there is damage to the battery case, do not touch exposed contents.
• There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
CHEMICAL HAZARD
• Do not touch the exposed contents of a Lithium cell.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD
• Do not lay tools or other metal parts on top of the battery or across the terminals.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
• Do not touch the energized surfaces of any electrical component in the battery
system.
• Before servicing the battery, follow all procedures to fully de-energize the battery
system.
• Follow the “Safe Handling Procedures” below when working with the battery.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.

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1.4 Safe Handling Procedures
Before using the battery, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit
and all appropriate sections of this manual.
• Use personal protective equipment when working with batteries.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.
• Promptly dispose of or recycle used batteries following local regulations.
• Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture or shred.
• Do not modify, re-manufacture, or attempt to insert foreign objects into the
battery, immerse or expose the battery to water or other liquids, fire, explosion,
or other hazards. If the user suspects damage to the battery module due to water,
heat, or other reason, take it to a service center for inspection.
• Only use the battery for the system for which it is specified.
• Do not lift or carry the battery while in operation.
• The battery is heavy. When lifting the battery, follow appropriate standards.
• Only lift, move, or mount following local regulations.
• Take care when handling battery terminals and cabling.
• Only use the battery with a charging system that meets specifications. Using a
battery or charger that does not meet specifications may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage, or other hazards.
• Do not short-circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact
battery terminals.
• Replace the battery with only another battery that meets the specifications for
the system. Using a battery that does not meet specifications may present a risk
of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazards.
• Do not drop the device or battery. If the device or battery is dropped, especially
on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for
inspection.
1.5 Personal Protective Equipment
When handling or working near a battery:
• Use Personal Protective Equipment, including clothing, glasses, insulated gloves,
and boots.
• Do not wear rings, watches, bracelets, or necklaces.