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SIRIUS CAPACITOR MODULE
User Manual
Model number: 11400-384-A-1C-TM-SD-A-G
Version 1.0; Release Date: March 2020
Author:
Mamoona Khalid

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Introduction
The Sirius Capacitor Module (“Sirius”) is supercapacitor-based storage that uses supercapacitors as
storage cells instead of chemical cells. Kilowatt Labs’ proprietary balancing, control and charge retention
algorithms control the operation of the supercapacitor-based Modules, making Sirius a safe, efficient and
effective alternative to chemical batteries wherever chemical batteries are deployed.
Legal Provisions
No part of this User Manual (“Manual”) may be reproduced, or transmitted, in any form or by any means,
without the prior written permission of Kilowatt Labs, Inc. (“Kilowatt” or the “Company”). Specifications
in this Manual are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made to make the
Manual accurate and up-to-date, users are cautioned that product improvements may cause the
Company to make changes to specifications without advance notice. Users are encouraged to consult the
Company or its Resellers before using the Manual. Neither the Company nor its Resellers shall be liable
for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages under any circumstances caused by reliance on the
material presented, including, but not limited to, omissions, typographical errors, arithmetical errors or
listing errors in the content material. The content of this manual shall not be modified without the written
authorization of the Company.
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Contents
1. Safety Instructions: ................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Symbols Convention:........................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Safety Precautions:........................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Module Connection Safety Precautions:.......................................................................... 7
1.4 Shipping:........................................................................................................................... 7
1.5 Qualified Installer:............................................................................................................ 7
2. Product Introduction: ............................................................................................................. 8
2.1 Part Number: ........................................................................................................................ 8
2.2 Product Overview: ............................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 Appearance:................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.2 Mechanical Drawings:.................................................................................................... 9
2.2.3 Dimension and Weight:............................................................................................... 11
2.3 Front Panel Description: ..................................................................................................... 11
3. Module Installation:.............................................................................................................. 16
3.1 Inspection:........................................................................................................................... 16
3.2 Safety Gear:......................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Unpacking and Contents Check: ......................................................................................... 16
4. Electrical Installation:............................................................................................................ 17
4.1 Connecting Module to Power Supply: ................................................................................ 17
4.2 Connecting Module to Load:............................................................................................... 18
4.3 Connecting Modules in Parallel: ......................................................................................... 18
5. Operation Procedures:.......................................................................................................... 20
5.1 Module Configuration:........................................................................................................ 20
5.2 Software Configuration:...................................................................................................... 21
6. Recovery Procedure:............................................................................................................. 24
7. Automatic Safety Shutdown:................................................................................................ 26
8. Trouble Shooting:.................................................................................................................. 28
9. Features: ............................................................................................................................... 29
9.1 Key Features:................................................................................................................... 29
9.2 Physical features:............................................................................................................ 29
9.3 Technical Features: ......................................................................................................... 30
10. Shelf Life:............................................................................................................................ 31
11. Maintenance:..................................................................................................................... 31

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12. Disposal:............................................................................................................................. 31
13. Test Procedures: ................................................................................................................ 32
13.1 Round Trip Efficiency Test: ............................................................................................... 32
13.2 Test Method for Self-Discharge:....................................................................................... 33
14. FAQs:.................................................................................................................................. 34

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1Safety Instructions:
This manual contains instructions for unpacking, mounting, installation and operation of a Sirius Module.
Please read this manual carefully before operating the system and follow all warnings and safety
instructions to prevent accidents. The Sirius Module must be installed by trained personnel.
1.1 Symbols Convention:
Safety instructions and general information that appears in this manual are described.
1.2 Safety Precautions:
The Sirius Modules are designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. Proper handling is required
to avoid damage to the Module. In particular the following precautions should be observed.
•Personal Safety:
Caution!
‘’Caution” indicates hazardous situation which, if not avoided could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Warning!
‘’Warning” indicates hazardous situation which, if not avoided could
result in major injury or death.
Danger!
‘’Danger” indicates hazardous situation which, if not avoided could
result in serious injury or death.
Note!
‘Note” provides tip that are valuable for optimal operation of your
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→Always wear proper personal protective equipment (eyes protection, gloves and safety shoes).
→Always make sure charger is set as recommended.
→Always make sure chargers are disconnected while working on Modules.
•Module Safety:
→Do not subject the Module to strong impact.
→Do not dispose the Module in a fire.
→Do not crush or puncture the Module.
→Do not charge the Module when the temperature is below -30oC.
→Do not charge the Module when temperature is above 80oC.
→Do not operate the Module above the specified voltage.
→Under no circumstances charge the Module at more than 30A.
→Under no circumstances discharge the Module at more than 60A.
→Under no circumstances must the charging voltage exceed 432 Vdc for more than 60 seconds.
→Do not expose the Module to temperature in excess of 80°C.
→Do not place the Module near a heat source, such as a fireplace.
→Do not disassemble the Module under any circumstances.
→Do not touch the Module with wet hands.
→Do not expose the Module to moisture or liquids.
→Keep the Module away from children and animals.
→Ensure precautions to prevent short-circuit under all circumstances.
→Do not connect or disconnect terminals from the Module without first disconnecting the load.
→Do not touch the terminals with conductors while the Module is charged. Serious burns, shock,
or material fusing may occur.
→Protect surrounding electrical components from incidental contact.
→When connecting to external devices ensure that galvanic isolation does not exceed 1000V.
→Do not use the Module in open-environment, in rain, or in a place exposed to water and other liquids.
→Do not subject the Module to high pressure.
→Do not place any object on top of the Module.

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→Do not step on the Module.
→Do not drop the Module. Internal damage may occur that will not be visible.
→Do not stack Modules once they have been removed from the packaging, instead the Modules should
be placed on shelving.
→In case the Module is physically damaged due to any event, do not install and energize the Module
under any circumstances and immediately contact your Reseller.
1.3 Module Connection Safety Precautions:
→All Modules must be at 100% SOC before connecting in parallel.
→Do not connect Modules in Series.
→Modules cannot be connected in Series-Parallel combination under any circumstance.
1.4 Shipping:
Sirius Capacitor Modules are shipped out via Air and Sea.
If the Modules are shipped via Air, please follow the instructions given below:
•Carefully remove the nails from all the four sides of the wooden box and open it.
•Remove the foam and shrink wrap and open the carton box and lift the Module manually.
If the Modules are shipped via Sea, please follow the instructions given
below:
•Carefully remove the Module from the pallets after cutting the packing strip holding the Modules to
the shipping pallets.
•Open the carton box and lift the Module manually.
1.5 Qualified Installer:
Selling and installation of this Module is only through the Company’s Resellers who are trained on
installation, operation and maintenance of the Sirius Modules.

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2Product Introduction:
2.1 Part Number:
1) Capacity of Module in Wh
2) Nominal Voltage of the Module
3) Terminals are on the Back Side
4) Maximum Charge Rate of the Module
5) Total Monitoring
6) With Safety
7) With Alarm
8) General Module
2.2 Product Overview:
2.2.1 Appearance:
The appearance of the Sirius Module is shown below:

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2.2.2 Mechanical Drawings:
Front Side
Back Side

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Side View
Isometric View

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2.2.3 Dimension and Weight:
Width
435 mm
Length
748 mm
Height
904 mm
Weight
130 kg
2.3 Front Panel Description:
Object
Mark
Description
1
Aux
Auxiliary USB
2
Comm Connector
Communication Connector
USB
3
Comm Status
Communication Status LED
4
Terminal Status
Terminal Status LED
5
LCD
(16 ×2) LCD

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6
Circuit Breaker
C20A Circuit Breaker
7
Fault Reset
Fault Reset Button
8
Terminals
Barrier Style Terminal Block
9
DC Circuit Breaker
2 x C100A Circuit Breaker
10
Bypass Breaker
2x 20A Circuit Breaker
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DB9 Port
1. Auxiliary USB:
This is an auxiliary connector with isolated UART or Serial Communication for wireless monitoring, Module
Combiner and future functions.
2. COMM Connector USB:
This is a COMM connector to monitor the Module using the Sirius software. FTDi chip is used for this USB.
3. COMM Status LED:
COMM Status LED indicates the communication status.
•LED Status Indication:
Color
Status
Indication
Red
Blinking
Control Module is communicating with Sirius VIEW
Software.
Red
Steady
Control Module is not communicating with Sirius VIEW
Software.
Red
Dimming
Module is in power down state.

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4. Terminal Status LED:
Terminal status LED indicates the terminal status.
Color
Status
Indication
Green
ON
The terminal block is active
Green
OFF
The terminal block is not active.
5. LCD Description:
Once the power is switched ON from the circuit breaker, the Module gets power and the LCD shows the
following message after 3 seconds under normal operation:
After 1 second, the following two LCD screens get switched with each other.
Voltage
Current
Cell Temperature
Energy

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6. 20A Circuit Breaker:
20 A Circuit breaker is used to power ON the LCD.
7. Fault Reset:
Fault Reset is a push button which is used to turn ON the terminal manually after it turns OFF due to any
error.
The additional features of fault reset are as follows:
a) Hold fault reset for 5 seconds to toggle the terminal.
b) Hold fault reset for 3 seconds to reset fault if there is/are any.
c) We can set the Current reading to zero.
d) Press fault reset button to check the state of charge and instantaneous power.
•To make the current zero, follow the steps below:
When current is not zero, the LCD will display the following message.
To make the current zero, hold the fault reset button for 3 seconds and the LCD will display the following
message.
Voltage
Terminal Temperature
Current
Energy

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This means that the current is now zero.
To return back to the normal screen, press the fault reset button once more or leave the Module idle for
5 seconds.
8. Barrier Style Terminal Block:
A barrier strip or U.S. type terminal block is a screw-type electrical connector where the wires are clamped
down to the metal part by a screw.
9. Circuit Breaker:
Miniature Circuit breaker is used to power ON the Module. It also acts as a second line of protection, if
the circuit fails to protect the Module from over current, the circuit breaker will trip.
10. Bypass Circuit Breaker:
The Bypass Circuit breaker is used to bypass electronic switch. It is used for Series connection and recovery
of the Module.
Note!
Make sure that there is no external load or charger before setting the
current to zero.

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3Module Installation:
3.1 Inspection:
Inspect the shipping carton for visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation and other visible
abnormalities prior to unpacking the Module. Document (photograph) any damage and report this to
your Reseller as well as to the shipping agent immediately. Remove the Module from the shipping carton
and retain the shipping materials until the unit has been inspected and is determined to be operational.
3.2 Safety Gear:
Installation must strictly follow the national safety regulations in compliance with the enclosure,
installation, creepage, clearance, casualty, markings and segregation requirements of the end-use
application. Installation must be performed by professional installers only. Switch OFF the system and
check for hazardous voltages before altering any connection! Sirius Modules must be handled only by
qualified and trained personnel. Installation should not exert bending or twisting torque to the Module
enclosure.
3.3 Unpacking and Contents Check:
Check the contents of the package.
1) Sirius Capacitor Module: 11.4KWh384VDC 2) USB Cable A-B
Note!
Read the safety Instruction section before installation.
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4Electrical Installation:
4.2 Connecting Module to Power Supply:
•Connect positive and negative terminals of charger to the positive and negative terminals of the Sirius
Module respectively.
•Turn ON the Circuit breakers.
•Make sure to activate the Module by turning ON the power switch to get the output from the
terminal.
•Turn ON theCharger.

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4.3 Connecting Module to Load:
•Connect positive and negative terminals of discharger to the positive and negative terminals of the
Sirius Module respectively.
•Turn ON the Circuit Breakers.
•Make sure to activate the Module by turning ON the power switch to get the output from the
terminals.
•Turn ON thedischarger.
4.4 Connecting Modules in Parallel:
Any number of Modules can be connected in parallel.
•Steps to Connect Modules in Parallel:
Refer to the parallel combination of the Sirius Modules as shown below and make your connection
accordingly.

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•Connect the positive (+) terminal of all Modules.
•Connect the negative (-) terminal of all Modules.
•Take out the output positive terminal and output negative terminal from the respective common
point.
Note!
Switch ON only the Circuit breaker when connecting in Parallel.
Caution!
Charge all the Modules to 100% SOC or same voltage level before
connecting them in Parallel.
Note!
Modules cannot be connected in series-parallel combination under
any circumstance.
Caution!
Charge all the Modules to 100% SOC or same voltage level before
connecting them in Parallel.

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5Operation Procedures:
5.1 Module Configuration:
Follow the steps below to switch ON the Module.
Step 1: Connecting the Load:
Connect the terminals of the Module to the load.
Step 2: Module Start-Up:
1. Turn ON the Circuit breaker by pushing the Blue buttons upwards as shown in the picture below:
2. The picture below shows that the Module is turned ON.
Note!
Use the Bypass circuit breaker button to connect the Modules for recovery
purpose.