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EnergyCell PLR Series 

 

Owner’s Manual 

 

 

Summary of Contents for EnergyCell 200PLR

Page 1: ...EnergyCell PLR Series Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...ROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH I...

Page 3: ...ratures 6 Self Discharge 7 Storing EnergyCell PLR Batteries 7 Capacity 7 State of Charge 8 System Layout 8 Battery Configurations 9 DC Wiring 11 Commissioning 13 Charging 13 Bulk Stage 13 Absorption S...

Page 4: ...e batteries Always use insulated tools Avoid dropping tools onto batteries or other electrical parts Keep plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes Wear...

Page 5: ...y to identify any potential safety risks before proceeding The owner must be familiar with all the features and functions of this battery before proceeding Failure to install or use this battery as in...

Page 6: ...cluding temperature deratings and any other code concerns Storage and Environment Requirements Temperatures o To achieve maximum life of EnergyCell PLR batteries it is recommended not to operate them...

Page 7: ...stored up to 48 months at 50 F 10 C without a charge Stored batteries should be checked for open circuit voltage at intervals Any time the battery voltage is less than 2 10 Vpc volts per cell this equ...

Page 8: ...in emergency backup systems However the best practice is to avoid discharging below 50 If operated in a range with consistent charge and discharge to 50 DoD or above the EnergyCell will typically have...

Page 9: ...s will cause severe stress and shorten the life of all batteries All batteries in a string should be replaced at the same time Batteries are placed in parallel positive to positive negative to negativ...

Page 10: ...24 Vdc twice the nominal voltage They also have double the amp hour capacity of a single battery Two parallel strings of four batteries in series have a nominal voltage of 48 Vdc at double the amp hou...

Page 11: ...hardware in the order illustrated The lug or interconnect should be the first item installed It should make solid contact with the mounting surface Do not install hardware in a different order than sh...

Page 12: ...cess as appropriate for batteries 2 3 and any others in the string Connect the proper number of batteries in series for the nominal voltage of the load 6 If multiple series strings will be used repeat...

Page 13: ...mum current limit see Table 3 on page 21 which should not be exceeded At excessive current rates the battery s efficiency of conversion becomes less and it may not become completely charged The batter...

Page 14: ...usively the absorption time it produces may not always be accurate The best way to accurately charge batteries is to use the FLEXnet DC or an equivalent battery monitor and the Charge Termination Cont...

Page 15: ...more easily However it will not deliver all the required current and the battery will tend to be undercharged Conversely when the battery is warmer than room temperature its internal resistance goes...

Page 16: ...way can result from high ambient temperatures charging at higher voltages over extended time incorrect temperature compensation or shorted cells When the buildup of internal heat exceeds the rate of c...

Page 17: ...abuse Replace battery as necessary Heat damage or melted grease at terminals Loose or dirty cable connections Check and clean all connections Physical damage on terminals may require the battery to b...

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Page 19: ...pect for contamination by dust Inspect for loose or corroded connections If necessary isolate the string battery and clean with a damp soft cloth Do not use solvents or scouring powders to clean the b...

Page 20: ...ection This should include the monthly and quarterly observations plus o Inter cell inter unit connection integrity o Retighten terminals to specified torque values See Table 2 on page 21 for specific...

Page 21: ...tial Torque 44 4 in lb 5 0 5 Nm Weight 132 3 lb 59 9 kg Dimensions H x D x W 12 46 22 87 4 92 31 65 x 58 09 x 12 5 cm Warranty 3 year full replacement Accessories Ships with interconnect bars terminal...

Page 22: ...EnergyCell Batteries 22 900 0230 01 00 Rev A NOTES...

Page 23: ...Specifications 900 0230 01 00 Rev A 23 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 24: ...Masters of the Off Grid First Choice for the New Grid Corporate Headquarters 17825 59th Avenue N E Suite B Arlington WA 98223 USA European Office Hansastrasse 8 D 91126 Schwabach Germany...

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