Power-Blox PBX-200 PB User manual

Swarm-enabled Solar Battery System
Installation and Operating instructions
PBX-200 PB (230 V, 200 W, 1.2 kWh AGM Battery)
PBX-200 Li (230 V, 200 W, 1.2 kWh Li-ion Battery)
EN
2017-03-13

Installation and Operating Instructions PBX-200 PB / Li page 2
Table of Contents
1!GENERAL(SAFETY(INSTRUCTIONS(...................................................................................................................(3!
2!SCOPE(OF(DELIVERY(......................................................................................................................................(4!
3!INTENDED(USE(..............................................................................................................................................(5!
4!MARKINGS(....................................................................................................................................................(6!
4.1!SYMBOLS!FOR!WARNINGS!AND!NOTES!...................................................................................................................!6!
4.2!SIGNAL!WORDS!.................................................................................................................................................!6!
5!QUICK(START(GUIDE(......................................................................................................................................(7!
6!OVERVIEW(OF(THE(POWER(BLOX(..................................................................................................................(8!
6.1!LEGEND!OF!COMPONENTS!AND!CONNECTIONS!......................................................................................................!10!
7!INSTALLATION(.............................................................................................................................................(11!
7.1!SAFETY!INSTRUCTIONS!......................................................................................................................................!11!
7.2!CONNECTIONS!AND!MAIN!SWITCH!......................................................................................................................!13!
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7.3!CONNECTION!TYPES!.........................................................................................................................................!21!
7.4!SINGLE!SOLAR!SYSTEM!......................................................................................................................................!21!
7.5!COMBINATION!OF!SOLAR!AND!PUBLIC!ELECTRICITY!.................................................................................................!21!
7.6!USE!AS!BACKUP!SYSTEM!(UPS)!..........................................................................................................................!22!
7.7!COMBINED!SOLAR!/!MAINS!SYSTEM!WITH!CONNECTION!TO!THE!TERMINAL!BLOCK!.......................................................!22!
7.8!POWER-BLOX!INSTALLATION!.............................................................................................................................!23!
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8!INITIAL(START-UP(........................................................................................................................................(25!
9!LED(DISPLAY(................................................................................................................................................(26!
9.1!INDICATES!THE!BATTERY!STATUS!.........................................................................................................................!26!
9.2!DISPLAY!ON!SYNCHRONIZATION!..........................................................................................................................!26!
9.3!DISPLAY!OF!ERRORS!.........................................................................................................................................!26!
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11!MAINTENANCE(............................................................................................................................................(28!
12!DISPOSAL(....................................................................................................................................................(29!
13!TECHNICAL(DATA(........................................................................................................................................(30!
14!DISCLAIMER(OF(LIABILITY(............................................................................................................................(32!
15!WARRANTY(AND(GUARANTEE(PROVISIONS(................................................................................................(33!
16!HOW(TO(CONTACT(WITH(.............................................................................................................................(37!
17!NOTES(.........................................................................................................................................................(38!

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1 General Safety Instructions
§ This document is an integral part of the product. It is provided digitally and on request in
printed form.
§ Only qualified personnel are allowed to carry out the measures described in this manual.
§ Do not install or use the device until you have read and understood this document.
§ Always carry out the measures described in this document in the order indicated.
§ Save this document during the life of the device. Pass the document to the following owners
and users.
§ Improper operation can reduce the yield of the solar system or damage the system
components.
§ The device must not be connected with a damaged housing.
§ Disconnect the equipment immediately and disconnect from the solar module and the mains
/ generator if any of the following components are damaged:
— Device (no function, visible damage, smoke development, penetrated liquid etc.),
— connected lines,
— Solar module.
§ Do not switch on the system again before
— the device has been repaired by the dealer or manufacturer,
— damaged cables or solar modules have been repaired by a specialist.
§ Wash the battery immediately on skin or clothing with soapy water and rinse with plenty of
water. In case of injuries consult a doctor immediately.
§ Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
§ Never cover the appliance.
§ Do not open the housing: Risk of death! Warranty claims forfeited!
§ Never affix the signs and markings affixed to the works, remove them or make them
unrecognizable.
§ If you are connecting an external device, which is not described in this document, please
follow the instructions of the manufacturer! Incorrectly connected devices can damage the
solar system.
§ This appliance is not intended for
— Children,
— People with physical, sensory or mental impairments,
— Persons who do not have sufficient experience and knowledge. Unless they have
been instructed and initially supervised by a person responsible for their safety.

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2 Scope of delivery
§ 200 PBX or PBX 200-LI
§ Power cord
§ Quick Start Guide
§ Installation and operating instructions (online)
Optional accessories:
§ Solar cables with MC-4-port
§ WP 200 or 250 WP solar module
§ Print version installation and operating instructions

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3 Intended use
The solar battery system, hereafter referred to as the power-Blox or System referred to, may be
used only in photovoltaic systems.
Furthermore,
§ Only solar modules can be connected to the solar module connector.
§ The connected loads must be suitable for the corresponding output voltage (230 V
alternating voltage, or 12 V / 5 V DC voltage).
§ The connected consumers must not exceed the maximum power of the system (for a
Power-Blox: 200 W, short-term 370 W).
§ The source connected to the GRID / GEN input must match the input voltage range of the
solar system and provide enough power.

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4 Markings
4.1 Symbols for warnings and notes
Symbol
Description
General hazard warning
Danger with electricity
Important note
Read the instructions before using the product
4.2 Signal words
Symbol
Description
Danger
immediate risk of death or serious bodily harm
Warning
possible risk of death or serious personal injury
Caution
Possible risk of minor or moderate bodily injury
Attention
Possible property damage
Note
Note on the operation of the controller or on how to use the instructions

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5 Quick Start Guide
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electrocution. Observe the safety instructions in section 9.1

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6 Overview of the Power Blox
Figure 1: Power-Blox front page
Figure 2: Front connectors and power switch

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Figure 3: Power-Blox back
Figure 4: Terminal connections behind cover installation

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6.1 Legend of components and connections
1 AC power socket, 230 V
2 LED display
3 Main switch
4 Cigarette lighter socket 12 V DC, 3 A
5 2 x USB ports 5V, 2.1 A
6 Sockets for transfer cable
7 Cold devices power / generator (input) Jack
8 Solar connector for optional solar cable (input)
9 Transfer cable for connecting power-Blox
10 Vertical cable management channel
11 Horizontal cable ducts
12 Resettable circuit breaker (10 A) for transfer socket
13 Resettable circuit breaker (10 A) for mains / generator input
14 Installation flap for terminal connections
15 Anti-theft locking pins
16 Terminal block transfer connection
17 Not used
18 Terminal block for power / generator input
19 Solar connection terminal block
20 Strain relief bar