RedEarth BlackMax User manual

BlackMax – Installation Manual
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BlackMax
Shed Power – Off-Grid
Alino TL with Lithium Batteries
Installation Manual

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RedEarth Energy Storage Ltd
15 Fienta Place
Darra – QLD 4076
Australia
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.redearth.energy

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WARNING: Working on the inside of the BlackMax system is restricted to qualified personnel.
RedEarth recommend installation by licensed electricians only.
WARNING: Lithium Battery hazard
The BlackMax must only be installed by suitably qualified personnel who have read
and are familiar with its operation and hazards.
In our efforts towards constant product enhancement, this document is subject to
change at any time. Please visit www.redearth.energy
and download the
appropriate and latest version manual.
Safety
CAUTION: The battery provided with this system must be charged only by the
AlinoTL inverter Do not attempt to charge the batteries with any other charger device
or connect any devices directly to the DC battery bus.
The wiring diagrams and installation instructions are given as a guide only and
compliance to appropriate standards is the responsibility of the installer. Relevant
standards are listed below:
AS/NZS 3000:2018
Wiring rules
AS/NZS 5033:2014 (amdt 1&2)
Installation and safety requirements for
photovoltaic (PV) arrays
AS/NZS 4509.2:2012
Stand-alone power systems-Design
AS/NZS 1170.2:2011
Structural design actions-Wind actions
AS/NZS1768:2007
Lightning protection
AS/NZS 3008.1.1:2017
Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 5139:2019
Electrical installations-Safety of battery
systems for use with power conversion
equipment
Fire
In the advent of fire evacuate the area and call emergency services. A dry agent fire extinguisher should
be readily available and used. DO NOT use water. Evacuate the area and call emergency services. Toxic
gas may be produced if the battery catches fire.
Note: MSDS document is provided with the system and also can be found at www.redearth.energy
Damaged battery
Do not use a damaged battery. Batteries should only be disposed of at an appropriate recycling centre.
Please contact RedEarth for advice.

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RedEarth’s BlackMax battery system is a ready-to-run energy storage system for off-grid
applications. It consists of a Alino TL 5kVA hybrid inverter and up to two (2) self-managed lithium
batteries (8kWh total). It is fully assembled, factory tested and requires no programming.
It is ready to connect a PV Solar array and a generator (either auto or manual start)
The BlackMax system is designed to be installed either inside or outside, ideally on a flat surface
and in a shaded area against a wall.
RedEarth Energy Storage can also provide an opptional remote monitoring service to ensure
ongoing operation of the BlackMax battery system.
A typical complete installation of the BlackMax with solar panels, will require the electrical connection
of:
•The customers load – via
external GPO.
•The array of PV solar panels
– via MC4 conectors on the
side of the unit.
•Generator – via external
GPO.
Note: The BlackMax is not designed to act as a main switch board for the premises, as it does not
include space for additional main & customer circuit breakers or RCDs. The MEN link and Earth
connection need to be in place at the premises as required.
Overview:

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BlackMax Weight: 154kg with 2x Lithium batteries (42kg per battery)
Dimensions w/ door and lid closed: 940 H x 700 W x 420 D [mm]
Dimensions & Clearance
BlackMax Minimum Clearance
According to AS/NXS 5139
BlackMax Fully Open
1310 H x 705 W x 990 D [mm]

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Opening the BlackMax
RedEarth’s BlackMax energy storage system can be
internally accessed via the top (lid) or the front door.
To open the lid, 2 screws (one from each side) must be
removed and then the lid can be lifted and pivoted on
the rear hinge similar to “popping the bonnet” of a car.
To access from the front, there are 2 locks that must be
operated on the front door. The key to open these locks
is hanging on a magnetic hook located on the left side
near the handle.
This key can be moved during installation to keep it out
of the reach of children.
Inside
The BlackMax can be divided into four main areas, The AC side, the DC side, the inverter, and the
battery area. By opening the front door - as explained above – you will have access to the AC side,
inverter area, and DC side. To access the AC side, you will have to remove the acrylic barrier to the
left of the inverter. As the DC side is under 60 Volts DC, there is no need for a barrier. Finally, to
access the battery area, all you need to do is “pop the bonnet”. This is procedure explained in
“Opening the BlackMax”
Components

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The main components of the BlackMax are the hybrid inverter (5.0kVA Alino TL by Outback Power),
one or two Lithium batteries and several other small devices that are shown in the picture below.
All electrical connections can be made via plugs, making the system user friendly and extremely
quick to install.
Components

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Components

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The BlackMax comes fully equipped with the following items.
•BlackMax pre-wired enclosure
•Outback - Alino TL inverter
•Installation Manual
•User Manual
•Battery Specifications
•OEM Component Manuals
oAlino TL – Quick Start Guide
oLithium Battery Manual
oAC & DC displays
Many customers request the Solar Power Kit which is
shown at the left and can include:
•Pallet (1.6W 1.16D 0.15H [m])
•BlackMax (with 1 or 2 batteries)
•Solar Panels (between 8 and 16)
•Clenergy PV mounting hardware and rails for tin roof (xx
m length)
•15A lead for generator
•Optional
oHonda EU22i (registered in the customer’s name)
oHand trolley to help with the transporting the BlackMax
Components
Kit Dimensions:
1.6 W 1.116 H 1.14 D [m]
360 ~ 530kg

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6 steps to complete your BlackMax installation:
1. Transporting
2. Positioning
3. Solar Install
4. Electrical connections
5. Turn on/Commissioning
6. Monitoring and Communications
Step 1. Transporting
The BlackMax system is supplied on a pallet in one
of two configurations (just unit or kit) as shown on
right. It is fully set-up and ready to run. The system
weighs around 150kg with 2x lithium batteries and
should be handled with proper lifting equipment.
RedEarth’s BlackMax comes fitted with two handles to help with
handling. However, it is a heavy unit and should be managed with a
transportation device such as a hand trolley. This is available as an
option from RedEarth.
As a last resort, the lithium batteries can be removed and replaced once
the system is in position. Each LiFe battery module weighs 42kg and
should be lifted with the extreme caution.
Installation