HoneyBadger Installation Manual
HoneyBadger Install Version 2
Page 2 of 32
Issue Date 18/07/2022
Safety
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 5033:2021 (and 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
The HoneyBadger must only be installed by suitably qualified personnel who have read
and are familiar with its operation and hazards.
The battery provided with this system must be charged only by the Victron
inverter and MPPT. Do not attempt to charge the batteries with any other charger
device or connect any devices directly to the DC battery bus unless approved by
RedEarth.
In the event of a fire evacuate the area and call emergency services. A dry agent
fire extinguisher should be readily available and used. DO NOT use water.
Note: MSDS document is provided with the system and can be found at
www.redearth.energy
Do not use a damaged battery. Batteries should only be disposed of at an
appropriate recycling centre. Please contact RedEarth for advice.
A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-circuit current. The
following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:
Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery
terminals.
In our efforts towards constant product enhancement, this document is subject
to change at any time. Please visit
http://www.redearth.energy
and download the
appropriate and latest version manual.
Symbol
Explanation
Refer to the operating instructions
Indicates additional information, emphasized contents or tips that may be helpful.
Caution, risk of electric shock.
Caution, risk of danger.
Do not touch live parts until 10 minutes after disconnection from the power
sources.
