PowerPlus Energy LiFe Premium Series User manual

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Contents
Introduction 3
Safety 4
Transportation 4
Basic Safety 5
Handling 5
Damaged Battery 5
Fire 6
Qualified installation person (Installer) 6
Product Information 7
Weight and Dimensions 7
Specifications 8
Charging and discharging 9
Location and Environment 10
Installation 11
Battery Installation 11
Power Cabinet 12
Wall Mount 13
Battery Connections 14
Main DC Connections 14
Case Earthings 15
Alarm Contacts 15
Operation 18
Troubleshooting 18
Maintenance 19
Upgrading Battery Capacity 19
End of Life 20
Warranty 20

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INTRODUCTION
The LiFe Premium Series Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) battery by
PowerPlus Energy was designed and manufactured in Australia for the
worlds harshest conditions to be a simple, flexible and reliable energy
storage solution. As a result the LiFe Premium Series batteries can be
easily installed with most Inverter and charger combinations, UPS,
Rectifiers, DC or AC coupled charging devices, on-grid and off-grid in
single, Dual or three phase applications. There is almost no limitations in
applications and suitable devices that can charge or discharge the Life
Premium Series battery. Currently the LiFe Premium Series battery is
available in 24v and 48v models with the future release of a 120v version.

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SAFETY
Installers and users are responsible for familiarising themselves with this manual.
The LiFe Premium Series batteries use a high grade Cylindrical Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP)
cells which are robust and reliable in higher ambient temperatures, have a long service life and
with no heavy metals are fully recyclable.
Each LiFe Premium Series battery has an internal Battery Management System (BMS) that
provides protection against Over and Under Voltage, Over Current, Over Temperature and Short
Circuit as well extended service life through managing cell string balancing.
Each battery has a 2 pole non polarised circuit breaker, status indicator light, volt free alarm
contact and high quality Amphenol SurLok DC connections for safe and easy installation.
Installation should be by qualified and experienced installers who can specify the correct cables
and DC bus arrangement, external circuit protection, polarity checking and suitability of the design
for the installation.
Transportation
Lithium Ferro Phosphate Batteries are classed as Dangerous Goods (DG) Class 9 UN3480.
They are safe for road transport. The batteries are shipped in a partially discharged state with
terminal protection and the circuit breaker off.

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Basic Safety
The Following precautions should be observed:
• Battery should not be exposed to temperatures above or below the ambient temperature
rating specified in the rear of this manual.
• Battery should not be installed in direct sunlight.
• Battery should not be exposed to strong impacts.
• Battery should not be crushed or punctured.
• Battery connectors should not touch conductive surfaces unless intended to do so.
• Battery should not be disassembled unless qualified to do so.
• Battery should not be touched if wet.
• Battery should be kept dry at all times.
• Battery should be kept away from animals and children.
• Battery pack should not be exposed to pressure or have objects stood on top of them.
• Battery pack is intended to be a 2 person lift when installing.
Handling
• Use Battery only as directed.
• The battery is non user serviceable and should not be opened for repair.
• Do not use the battery if it appears damaged or broken.
• Handle battery with care when installing or transporting.
• Do not use chemicals to clean the battery.