Goodwe Lynx Home F Series User manual

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery System
Lynx Home F Series G2
User Manual
V1.1 -2023 -10-30

User Manual V1.1-2023-10-30 Copyright Statement
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The information in this user manual is subject to change due to product updates or other
reasons. This guide cannot replace the product labels or the safety precautions in the user
manual unless otherwise specied. All descriptions in the manual are for guidance only.
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the company.
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CONTENT
CONTENT
1 About This Manual ............................................................... 01
1.1 Applicable Model......................................................................................... 01
1.2 Target Audience .......................................................................................... 01
1.3 Symbol Denition........................................................................................ 01
1.4 Updates ........................................................................................................ 02
2 Safety Precaution ................................................................ 01
2.1 General Safety ............................................................................................. 01
2.2 Battery Safety .............................................................................................. 02
2.3 Emergency Measures ................................................................................. 04
2.4 EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................... 04
3 Product Introduction ........................................................... 05
3.1 Product Overview........................................................................................ 05
3.2 Application Scenarios ................................................................................. 07
3.3 Appearance.................................................................................................. 08
4 Check and Storage ............................................................... 10
4.1 Check Before Receiving.............................................................................. 10
4.2 Deliverables ................................................................................................. 10
4.3 Storage ......................................................................................................... 11
5 System Installation .............................................................. 12
5.1 Installation Requirements.......................................................................... 12
5.2 Installing the Battery System .................................................................... 14
5.2.1 Moving the Equipment ........................................................................................ 14
5.2.2 Installing the Battery System.............................................................................. 14
6 Electrical Connection ........................................................... 17
6.1 Safety Precaution ........................................................................................ 17
6.2 Electrical Connection .................................................................................. 18
6.3 Connecting the PE cable............................................................................. 19
6.4 Connecting the Power Cable ..................................................................... 20
6.5 Connecting the Communication Cable .................................................... 21
7 System Operation ................................................................ 23
7.1 Check Before Power ON............................................................................. 23
7.2 Power On...................................................................................................... 23
7.3 Setting the Battery Parameters................................................................. 24
7.4 Indicator Status ........................................................................................... 26

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8 Maintenance ....................................................................... 27
8.1 Power OFF the Battery System.................................................................. 27
8.2 Routine Maintenance ................................................................................. 28
8.3 Common Problem Handling...................................................................... 28
8.4 System Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 29
9 Technical Parameters........................................................... 31

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1 About This Manual
1.1 Applicable Model
1.2 Target Audience
This manual describes the product information, installation, electrical connection,
commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read through this manual before installing
and operating the product. All the installers and users have to be familiar with the product
features, functions, and safety precautions. This manual is subject to update without notice. For
more product details and latest documents, visit https://en.goodwe.com.
This manual applies to trained and knowledgeable technical professionals only. The technical
personnel has to be familiar with the product, local standards, and electric systems.
This manual applies to the listed model below:
1.3 Symbol Denition
Dierent levels of warning messages in this manual are dened as follows:
DANGER
Indicates a high-level hazard that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium-level hazard that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a low-level hazard that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Highlights key information and supplements the texts. Or some skills and methods to solve
product-related problems to save time.
• LX F9.6- H-20
• LX F12.8- H-20
• LX F16.0- H-20
• LX F19.2- H-20
• LX F22.4- H-20
• LX F25.6- H-20
• LX F28.8- H-20

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01 About This Manual
1.4 Updates
The latest document contains all the updates made in earlier issues.
V1.0 2023-05-20
• First Issue
V1.1 2023-10-30
• The installation position of the terminal resistor has been updated from being placed in the
accessory package to being built-in at the communication port.
• Added the Section 8.4 System Troubleshooting

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2 Safety Precaution
2.1 General Safety
NOTICE
• The information in this user manual is subject to change due to product updates or other
reasons. This guide cannot replace the product labels or the safety precautions in the user
manual unless otherwise specied. All descriptions in the manual are for guidance only.
• Before installations, read through the user manual to learn about the product and the
precautions.
• All operations should be performed by trained and knowledgeable technicians who are
familiar with local standards and safety regulations.
• Use insulating tools and wear personal protective equipment when operating the
equipment to ensure personal safety. Wear anti-static gloves, cloths, and wrist strips when
touching electronic devices to protect the inverter from damage.
• Strictly follow the installation, operation, and conguration instructions in this guide
and user manual. The manufacturer shall not be liable for equipment damage personal
injury if you do not follow the instructions. For more warranty details, please visit https://
en.goodwe.com/warranty.
NOTICE
The System is designed and tested to strictly comply with related safety rules. Read and follow
all the safety instructions and cautions before any operations. Improper operation might
cause personal injury or property damage as the System are electrical equipment.
Please strictly follow these safety instructions in the user manual during the operation.

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02 Safety Precaution
DANGER
• High voltage exists during the battery system running. Ensure that the equipment has
been powered o to avoid the risk of electric shock before operating the device in the
system. Strictly follow all safety precautions outlined in this manual and safety labels on
the equipment during the operation.
• The battery used with the inverter shall be approved by the inverter manufacturer. The
approved battery list can be obtained through the ocial website.
• Do not disassemble, modify, or replace any part of the battery without ocial authorization
from the manufacturer. Otherwise, it may cause electrical shock or damages to the
equipment for which the manufacturer shall not be held responsible.
• Do not hit, pull, drag, squeeze or step on the System or put the battery into re. Otherwise,
the battery may explode.
• Do not place the battery in a high temperature environment. Make sure that there is
no direct sunlight and no heat source near the battery. When the ambient temperature
exceeds 60 ℃, it may cause re.
• Do not use the battery module or power control unit if it is defective, broken, or damaged.
Damaged battery modules may leak electrolyte.
• To protect the battery pack and its components from damage during transportation,
please ensure that the transportation personnel are professionally trained. All operations
during the transportation have to be recorded. The equipment shall be kept in balance to
avoid falling down.
• Consider the weight of the equipment before moving it. Assign enough personnel to move
the equipment to avoid personal injury.
• Contact after-sale service immediately if the battery is not able to be started. Otherwise,
the battery might be damaged permanently.
• Do not move the battery when it is working. Contact after-sales service if the battery shall
be replaced or added.
2.2 Battery Safety

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CAUTION
• Protect the battery system from damage during transportation and storage.
• The transportation must be carried out by trained professionals. All operations during the
process have to be recorded.
• Keep the equipment stable to avoid dumping, which can result in equipment damage and
personal injuries.
• Place the cables at least 30mm away from the heating components or heat sources,
otherwise the insulation layer of the cables may be aging or broken due to high
temperature.
• Tie the same type cables together, and place cables of dierent types at least 30mm apart.
Do not place the cables entangled or crossed.
Potential risks exist. Wear proper
Personnel Protective Equipment
before any operations.
Install the equipment away from
open ames or re sources.
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD High
voltage exists during the
equipment’s running.
Ensure the equipment is power o
before any operations.
Keep the equipment away from
children.
Operate the equipment properly to
avoid explosion.
Do not lift the equipment after
the wiring is completed or when
the equipment is working.
The equipment contains corrosive
electrolytes. In case of a leak in
the equipment, avoid contact the
leaked liquid or gas.
Do not disconnect or plug and
unplug the DC connectors during
the operation of the equipment.
The battery contains ammable
materials, beware of re. Recycle regeneration mark.
Read through the user manual
before any operations. CE Mark
Pay attention to wear personal
protective equipment during
installation, operation and
maintaining of the equipment.
Grounding point.
Do not dispose of the equipment
with household garbage at its end
of life.
Dispose it according to local laws
and regulations
or send it to the manufacturer.
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Label Description

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02 Safety Precaution
Battery Electrolyte Leakage
Fire
GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd. hereby declares that the product without wireless
communication modules sold in the European market meets the requirements of the following
directives:
• Electromagnetic compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC)
• Electrical Apparatus Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU (LVD)
• Battery Directive 2006/66/EC and Amending Directive 2013/56/EU
• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment 2012/19/EU
• Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (EC) No 1907/2006
(REACH)
You can download the EU Declaration of Conformity on the ocial
website: https://en.goodwe.com/
• The battery may explode when the ambient temperature exceeds 150℃. Poisonous and
hazard gas may be released if the battery is on re.
• In the event of a re, please make sure that the carbon dioxide extinguisher or Novec1230 or
FM-200 is nearby.
• The re cannot be put out by water or ABC dry powder extinguisher. Fireghters are required
to wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
If the battery module leaks electrolyte, avoid contact with the leaking liquid or gas. The
electrolyte is corrosive. It will cause skin irritation or chemical burn to the operator. Anyone
contact the leaked substance accidentally has to do as following:
• Breath in the leaked substance: Evacuate from the polluted area, and seek immediate
medical assistance.
• Eye contact: Rinse your eyes for at least 15 minutes with clean water and seek immediate
medical assistance.
• Skin contact: Thoroughly wash the touch area with soap and clean water, and seek
immediate medical assistance.
• Ingestion: Induce vomiting, and seek immediate medical assistance.
2.3 Emergency Measures
2.4 EU Declaration of Conformity

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The battery system, which consists of a power control unit (PCU for short) and battery
modules,can store and release the electric energy according to the requirements of the solar
energystorage system. The input and output ports of the energy storage system are high
voltage direct current ports.
3 Product Introduction
3.1 Product Overview
Intended usage
Model
No. Referring to Description
1 Series code Lynx Home F Series
2 Usable energy • 9.6: the usable energy of the battery system is 9.6kWh.
• 12.8: the usable energy of the battery system is 12.8kWh.
• 16.0: the usable energy of the battery system is 16.0kWh.
• 19.2: the usable energy of the battery system is 19.2kWh.
• 22.4: the usable energy of the battery system is 22.4kWh.
• 25.6: the usable energy of the battery system is 25.6kWh.
• 28.8: the usable energy of the battery system is 28.8kWh.
3 Product Features H: high voltage battery
4 Version code 20: version of the battery system is 2.0.
• LX F9.6- H-20
• LX F12.8- H-20
• LX F16.0- H-20
• LX F19.2- H-20
• LX F22.4- H-20
• LX F25.6- H-20
• LX F28.8- H-20
Model Description
This manual applies to the listed battery below:

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Usable energy
NOTICE
• The battery system supports capacity expansion. A maximum of nine battery modules
can be used to extend the usable energy of the battery system. Expand the battery
system capacity in strict compliance with the expansion requirements. Contact the dealer
or manufacturer for more details. Failure to follow the requirements may result in an
undervoltage, over-voltage or voltage dierence fault in the battery system.
• Actual height varies slightly. Refer to the actual installation height.
9.6kWh
(LX F9.6-H-20)
12.8kWh
(LX F12.8-H-20)
16.0kWh
(LX F16.0-H-20)
Power control unit
Battery 1
Battery 2 Battery 2 Battery 2
Battery 3 Battery 3
Battery 4 Battery 4
Battery 5
Battery 3
Battery 1 Battery 1
22.4kWh
(LX F22.4-H-20)
25.6kWh
(LX F25.6-H-20)
28.8kWh
(LX F28.8-H-20)
19.2kWh
(LX F19.2-H-20)
Battery 1
Battery 2 Battery 2 Battery 2
Battery 2
Battery 3 Battery 3
Battery 4 Battery 4
Battery 5
Battery 6 Battery 6 Battery 6
Battery 7 Battery 7 Battery 7
Battery 8 Battery 8
Battery 9
Battery 5 Battery 5 Battery 5
Battery 6
Battery 4 Battery 4
Battery 3
Battery 3
Battery 1 Battery 1
Battery 1
Power control unit
Power control unit
Power control unit
Power control unit
Power control unit
Power control unit

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Scan the QR code below or visit the ocial website to get the Approved Battery Options
Statement.
3.2 Application Scenarios
GoodWe
Inverter
GE
Inverter
Approved inverter list
Battery
system 1
Battery
system N
(2≤N≤8)
PV string
Battery
breaker
(optional)
Loads
AC circuit
breaker
AC circuit
breaker
Smart
meter
Utility
meter
Utility
grid
CT
Inverter
NOTICE
• A max of eight battery systems can be parallel connected in one energy storage system.
Ensure that the usable energy of each battery system is the same.
• Install the circuit breaker between the inverter and the battery and the circuit breaker
between the two battery systems in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Recommended specications:
• Nominal voltage≥750V
• When a single battery system is applied, the nominal current of the battery: ≥50A.
• When two battery systems are applied, the nominal current of the battery: ≥100A.
• When three or more battery systems are applied, the nominal current of the battery:
≥125A.

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3.3 Appearance
Battery system
Battery base
Power control unit
No. Parts Description
1 Battery base -
2 Battery module 3 to 9 battery modules can be connected in the battery system.
3Battery serial
connection interface
Connects the battery module to the next module or to the
power control unit.
4 Power control unit Controls battery system.
5Battery system
switch Switches the battery system on or o.
6DC cable port (BAT)
Connects the DC cables of the battery system to the inverter.
Includes two BAT+ ports and two BAT- ports. The two BAT+ or
BATport are functionally identical.
7 Grounding point Connects grounding cables to the grounding points for
protection.
8Communication
terminal (COM)
Connects the communication cable between the battery and
inverter or two batteries. COM3 is reserved.

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No. Parts Description
9
Power control unit
serial connection
interface
Connects the power control unit to a battery module.
10 SOC indicator • SOC indicator: indicates the SOC status of the battery.
• Multi-function button indicator
• Black start button: When there is no PV power generation
in the PV system and the power grid is abnormal, long
press the multi-function button for 5s to 10s, and then
release it to start the battery system. Use the battery
power to provide starting voltage for the inverter,
thereby enabling the inverter to enter o-grid mode for
operation.
• Long press the multi-function button for 15s to power o
the battery system.
• Combines the SOC indicator and multi-function button
indicator to check the battery system working status, alarm
status and fault status.
11 Multi-function button
indicator
12 Battery installation
limit Fix the battery to prevent it from tilting.
13 Battery base serial
connection interface Connects the power control unit to a battery module.
14 Adjustable feet Adjusts the distance between the battery base and the ground.
15 Direction arrow for
battery base
Ensure that the arrow in the battery base points towards the
wall when installing the battery base.

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4.2 Deliverables
PCU x 1
M5*12 screw x 8
Battery base
x 1
Waterproof plug
for DC connector
(6mm2) x 4
Waterproof plug
for DC connector
(16mm2) x 4
DC Connector
• Positive x 2
• Negative x 2
Expansion bolt x 8 Locking bracket
x 8
Grounding
terminal x 2
Adjustable feet
x 4
M6 screw x 2Documents x 1
4 Check and Storage
4.1 Check Before Receiving
Check the following items before receiving the product.
1. Check the outer packing box for damage, such as holes, cracks, deformation, and other signs
of equipment damage. Do not unpack the contents from the box and contact the supplier as
soon as possible if any damage is found.
2. Check the outer packing box for damage, such as holes, cracks, deformation, and other
signs of equipment damage. Do not unpack the package and contact the supplier as soon as
possible if any damage is found.
3. Check the deliverables for correct model, complete contents, and intact appearance. Contact
the supplier as soon as possible if any damage is found.
Power control unit

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Battery module x 1
4.3 Storage
If the equipment is not to be installed or used immediately, please ensure that the storage
environment meets the following requirements:
1. Do not unpack the outer package or throw the desiccant away.
2. Complete the equipment installation in three days after unpacking it. Pack and store the
equipment using the original packing box if it is not installed.
3. Stack the equipment complying with the labels and requirements on the packing box.
4. The equipment must be stacked with caution to prevent them from falling.
5. Keep the equipment away from ammable, explosive, and corrosive matters.
6. Place the equipment in a cool place where away from direct sunlight.
7. Store the equipment in a clean place. Make sure the temperature and humidity are
appropriate and no condensation.
8. Storage SOC: 25%~50% SOC. Circle the charge-discharge every 6 months.
9. Storage temperature (T):
• When -20℃≤T﹤0℃, the storage period cannot exceed 1 month.
• When 0℃≤T≤35℃, the storage period cannot exceed 1 year.
• When 35℃﹤T≤45℃, the storage period cannot exceed 1 month.
10.Recommended storage humidity: 0%~95%RH (no condensation). Do not install the battery
system if there is any moisture or condensation.
Battery module

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5.1 Installation Requirements
5 System Installation
Installation Environment Requirements
1. Do not install the equipment in a place near ammable, explosive, or corrosive materials.
2. Do not install the equipment in a place that is easy to touch, especially within children’s reach.
High temperature exists when the equipment is working. Do not touch the surface to avoid
burning.
3. Avoid the water pipes and cables buried in the wall when drilling holes.
4. Install the equipment in a sheltered place to avoid direct sunlight, rain, and snow. Build a
sunshade if it is needed.
5. The place to install the equipment shall be well-ventilated for heat dissipation and large
enough for operations.
6. The equipment with a high ingress protection rating can be installed indoors or outdoors.
The temperature and humidity at the installation site should be within the appropriate range.
7. Install the equipment at a height that is convenient for operation and maintenance, electrical
connections, and checking indicators and labels.
8. The altitude to install the equipment shall be lower than the maximum working altitude
3000m.
9. Install the equipment away from electromagnetic interference. Install the product away from
electromagnetic interference. If there is any radio or wireless communication equipment
below 30MHz near the equipment, make sure that the inverter is at least 30m far away from
the wireless equipment.
Prevent Child
Access

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Mounting Support Requirements
• The mounting support shall be nonammable and reproof.
• Install the equipment on a surface that is solid enough to bear the product weight.
• Put the battery system near the wall and install the locking brackets to prevent the battery
from falling down.
Installation Angle Requirements
• Install the equipment vertically, no tilt or upside down.

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CAUTION
• Operations such as transportation, shipment, installation and so on shall in compliance with
the laws and regulations of the country or region where the inverter is located.
• Move the equipment to the site before installation. Follow the instructions below to avoid
personal injury or equipment damage.
1. Consider the weight of the equipment before moving it. Assign enough personnel to
move the equipment to avoid personal injury.
2. Wear safety gloves to avoid personal injury.
3. Keep balance to avoid falling down when moving the equipment.
5.2.1 Moving the Equipment
5.2.2 Installing the Battery System
5.2 Installing the Battery System
WARNING
• Ensure that the PCU is installed above the battery modules. Do not install any battery
modules above the PCU.
• Ensure that the battery system is installed vertically and securely. Align the installation
holes of the battery base, battery modules, and PCU. Put the locking bracket cling to the
wall, ground, and the battery system.
• Cover the battery system with a cardboard to prevent foreign matters when drilling holes,
which may damage the system.
• Remove the cover of the battery module’s connection port before installing the battery
system.
Step 1: Install the adjustable feet to the base.
Step 2: Install the locking bracket to the base.
Step 3: Place the base cling to the wall and mark the drilling positions. Then remove the base.
Step 4: Drill holes using the hammer drill.
Step 5: Check the battery base and ensure that the narrow on the base points to the wall.
Step 6: Screw the expansion bolts to x the base.
Step 7: Install the remaining batteries and PCU based on the actual needs.
Step 8: Secure the locking bracket to prevent the PCU from falling down.
Step 9: Check whether the battery system is vertical and secure. Adjust the battery system by
the adjust feet if the system is tilted or swayed.