PORTABLE ELECTRIC VOLTstack 5k User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
North America

VERSION DATE APPROVED DETAILS
1.0 September 2019 JC Initial Release
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HELPFUL TIPS
Your VOLTstack DOES NOT produce any hazardous emissions or chemicals of any kind.
Congratulations on choosing a safer product for yourself, others and the environment.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of a VOLTstack®. In using this product you are ensuring a cleaner, healthier local
environment, while reducing GHG emissions that contribute to global climate change. You are proving that a gas generator is
no longer the only option. We are certain you will be pleased and pleasantly surprised with your purchase of one of the finest
electric generators on the market.
We want to ensure you get the best results from your new VOLTstack®, and operate it without issue. This manual contains the
information on how to use your VOLTstack®eectively and safely, please read it carefully.
As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a section like this
That information is intended to help you use your VOLTstack®to its utmost potential, and avoid damage to your unit, other
property or your environment.
We are confident you will find the experience of using a VOLTstack®simple and enjoyable. It is the future of power; simple,
silent, emissions-free and ecient.
Best wishes,
Portable Electric Ltd.
INFORMATION
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WARNING
It is the operator’s responsibility to read and understand all safety instructions in this Owner’s Manual before operating the
VOLTstack. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
This Owner’s Manual should be regarded as a permanent component of the VOLTstack and be available for reference at all times.
The information and specifications provided in this Owner’s Manual were approved by Portable Electric Ltd at the time of
publication. Portable Electric Ltd reserves the right to change or discontinue products at any time without notice. No content in
this publication is to be reproduced without the written permission of Portable Electric Ltd.
WARNING
Do not use electrical equipment in wet or damp conditions, such as rain or snow. Doing so may result
in an electrical shock that may result in serious injury or electrocution.
DANGER
This VOLTstack produces lethal voltage and may cause an electric shock or electrocution if misused.
Read and understand all safety instructions before operating.
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SAFETY OVERVIEW
The safety of the operator and those around them is of absolute importance. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure the
VOLTstack is used safely and responsibly.
While it is not practical to outline all possible hazardous situations, we have provided many operating procedures and
precautions to allow the operator to use the VOLTstack safely with good judgment.
Safety Instruction Convention
Important safety instructions will be outlined throughout this Owner’s Manual following the DANGER and WARNING
convention below.
Operational Tips and Instruction Convention
Beyond safety, there are good practices and operating procedures that should be followed to ensure optimal performance and
reliability of the unit.
Important operating procedures and helpful tips will be outlined throughout this Owner’s Manual following the IMPORTANT and
HELPFUL TIPS convention below.
DANGER
If not avoided, this hazardous situation will result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT
Important information that should be considered to avoid damage to the equipment or other property.
WARNING
If not avoided, this hazardous situation may result in serious injury or death.
HELPFUL TIPS
Helpful tips and best practices to ensure optimal performance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 3
SAFETY OVERVIEW 5
Safety Instruction Convention 5
Operational Tips and Instruction
Convention
5
TABLE OF CONTENTS 6
TERMINOLOGY 7
VOLTstack Power Modes 7
VOLTstack Power States 7
Amp Hour (Ah) 7
Battery Management System (BMS) 7
Battery Pack 7
Face Plate 7
KiloWatt Hour (kWh) 7
Net Power 8
Rear Plate 8
Run Time 8
State of Charge 8
SUNstack Solar Kit 8
Surge 8
VOLTstack Power Block 8
VOLTSTACK SAFETY 9
Safety Label Locations 9
Important Safety Information 9
Operator Responsibility 9
Environmental Considerations 10
Paralleling Outputs 10
Electrical Arcing 11
Grounding 11
Floating Neutral 11
Connecting to Grid 12
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
AND LOCATION
13
Exterior 13
Face Plate 14
Rear Plate 14
Interior 15
Serial Number 15
GETTING STARTED 16
Pre-Operation Check 16
Recharging 16
Turning Power On 16
Turning Power O 16
OPERATION 17
Applications 17
Battery Storage Capacity 18
Battery Monitor State of Charge 18
Battery Monitor Operation 19
Type 1 Battery Monitor 19
Discharging 19
Charging 19
State or Charge Low 19
Fault Warning 19
Connection Error 19
Standby Operation 19
Power ON Operation 20
Low State of Charge Cut-o 20
Load vs Run Time 20
AC Charging Operation 20
Solar Charging Operation 21
Important Safety Information 21
Getting Started 22
Charging Complete 22
Power On While Charging 23
USB 5V Charging 24
Self Consumption 24
Controller Settings 24
DC Operating Fuse Replacement 24
Hot and Cold Temperature Operation 24
High Temperature AC Output 25
High Temperature AC Charging 25
High Temperature Shut-Down 25
Cold Temperature AC Output 25
Cold Temperature AC Charging 25
MAINTENANCE 26
Maintenance Schedule 26
Opening the Lid 28
Caster Maintenance 28
Air Intake Filter Maintenance 29
Environmental Fan Maintenance 30
Interior and Power Block Maintenance 31
Connection Points Maintenance 31
Battery System Maintenance 31
Replacement Parts 32
STORAGE 33
Storage Environment 33
Storage Procedure 33
Storage Precautions 33
VOLTstack Health in Storage 34
TRANSPORTATION 35
Transportation Preparation 35
Ground Transportation 35
Transportation by Air 35
TROUBLESHOOTING 36
TECHNICAL INFO 37
5k Wiring Diagram 37
AC Terminal Strip Wiring 38
Device Power Ratings 39
Spec Sheet 40
Dimension Sheet 41
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TERMINOLOGY
VOLTstack Power Modes
O:
Zero power state with no AC output power
Use: Shipping and long term storage
Indicators: No lights ON Face Plate and Rear Plate
Standby:
DC Systems on with no AC output power
Use: low power consumption mode, can be used for charging or between operations
Indicators: Battery Monitor ON, Master Battery ON, ON/OFF button OFF
Power On:
All systems on with AC output
Use: For full power output & usage
Indicator: ON/OFF button ON, Green Output Lights ON
VOLTstack Power States
Discharging (negative Net Power):
Power State in which the net power is less than zero, and the VOLTstack State of Charge is decreasing
Charging (positive Net Power):
Power State in which the net power is greater than zero, and the VOLTstack State of Charge is increasing
Idle (zero Net Power):
Power State in which the net power is zero and the State of Charge is decreasing according to the
self consumption of the VOLTstack Power Mode.
Amp Hour (Ah)
Amp hour is a unit of measurement for electrical capacity commonly used for battery storage devices. One
amp hour is equivalent to one amp being used continuously over a 1 hour period.
Battery Management System (BMS)
Battery Management System is an integrated controller that monitors and protects a Battery Pack from
harmful conditions such as short circuits, over charging, over discharging and temperature eects.
Battery Pack
A Battery Pack consists of a fixed number of battery cells combined in series and/or parallel to form a higher
voltage and capacity battery. The cells are assembled into a protective enclosure with an integrated Battery
Management System.
Face Plate
The Face Plate is located at the front of the VOLTstack. It serves as the user interface and contains all
charging and output controls. See the Component Identification and Location section for details.
KiloWatt Hour (kWh)
Kilowatt hour is a unit of measurement for electrical energy, it is analogous to “litres of gasoline”. One
kilowatt hour is the amount of energy equivalent to 1000 watts being used continuously over a 1 hour period.
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Net Power
Net Power is the summation of the total charging power less the total device load power. Net Power can be
positive or negative.
Total Charging Power (W) — Total Device Load (W) = Net Power
Rear Plate
The Rear Plate is located at the rear of the VOLTstack. It contains the Master Battery On/O buttons, USB
Data Ports, Solar Charging Ports and Rear Vents. See the Components Identification and Location sections
for details.
Run Time
Run time is defined as the total amount of time your VOLTstack will output power until the unit needs to be
re-charged.
State of Charge
State of Charge is a numerical value (0%-100%) representing the energy remaining in a battery system. It
refers to the usable energy remaining as opposed to the maximum storage capacity of the battery.
SUNstack™ Solar Kit
SUNstack Solar Kits are a plug and play system developed by Portable Electric which include a SUNstack
Solar Panel, and SUNstack Carry Bag and a SUNstack Cable.
Surge
A temporary increase in the current or voltage of an electrical circuit. Surges often occur when power is
initially supplied to a device to switch on components such as motors or compressors.
VOLTstack Power Block
The Power Block is located inside of the VOLTstack and is the source of AC Power. See the Components
Identification and Location sections for details.
TERMINOLOGY CONT.
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VOLTSTACK SAFETY
Safety Label Locations
The safety labels that are applied to the VOLTstack by the manufacturer must remain on the unit throughout its lifetime. Should
a label come o or get damaged, contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement. Application instructions will be supplied.
Important Safety Information
VOLTstacks are designed to give safe and dependable service when operated according to the instructions. It is important for
all operators to read and understand this Owner’s Manual before use. Operating the unit safely by observing safe operating
procedures will help prevent accidental injury.
Operator Responsibility
Be sure that anyone who operates a VOLTstack receives proper instruction and understands:
•How to stop the unit quickly in the event of any emergency
•How to use all of the VOLTstack controls, output receptacles, and connections
Do not let children operate the unit without supervision.
DANGEROUS GOODS
CLASS 9 LABEL
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
GROUND THIS UNIT AND
THE SUPPLY SOURCE AND
USE ONLY IN THE UPRIGHT
POSITION.
ATTENTION: POUR RÉDUIRE LE
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE
EFFECLUEZ LA MISE A LA
TERRE DE CET APPAREIL A LA
SOURCE D ALIMEF’LLATION EL
ULIJISEZLE UNIQUEMENT EN
POSITION VERLICALE.
CAUTION: THIS UNIT HAS
MORE THAN ONE POWER
SUPPLY – 2 – DISCONNECT
ALL SUPPLIES BEFORE
SERVICING TO AVOID
ELECTRIC SHOCK
ATTENTION: CET APPAREIL A
PLUS D’UNE ALIMENTATION
– 2 – DÉBRANCHEZ TOUTES
LES FOURNITURES AVANT
D’ENTRETIEN POUR ÉVITER
LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES
MADE IN CANADA
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WARNING
The unit should be properly monitored by the operator at all times. Do not leave
the unit unattended during use.
WARNING
Ensure the unit is free from moisture before and during use.
Environmental Considerations
VOLTstack units are Type 1 Enclosures and are designed for use in dry environments. Usage when snow, rain or other moisture
is present could result in an electric shock or electrocution and should therefore be avoided. Ensure that both the VOLTstack
and your hands are dry during operation.
Storage of the VOLTstack in an unsheltered environment could result in moisture or ice build-up on the Face Plate or on other
electrical components. To avoid potential malfunctions, short circuits and electrocution, check components before each use to
make sure they are free from moisture.
Paralleling Outputs
Outputs from separate VOLTstack units cannot be connected together in parallel. Contact your distributor for
more information.
IMPORTANT
Do not parallel the outputs of multiple VOLTstacks. Contact your distributor for more
information and options regarding parallel operation.
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