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Summary of Contents for Pulse neo 3

Page 1: ...VARTA STORAGE GMBH OPERATING MANUAL VARTA pulse neo ...

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Page 3: ...o VARTA Storage GmbH Nürnberger Straße 65 86720 Nördlingen Germany Phone 49 9081 240 86 60 info varta storage com www varta storage com Technical service technical service varta storage com Phone 49 9081 240 86 44 Document number 727 606 01 Dated 06 2020 ...

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Page 5: ... your safety 17 1 2 1 Residual dangers 17 Intended use 18 1 3 1 Incorrect use 19 1 3 2 Prohibited use 19 Requirements for electricians 20 General hazard sources 21 Misuse 23 Safety equipment 24 Function scope of delivery and technical data 25 Scope of delivery 28 VARTA pulse neo front view 29 System overview 30 Identification 31 2 4 1 Nameplate and ID label 31 2 4 2 ID label of battery module 32 ...

Page 6: ... Activation and deactivation 39 Indicators at the LED circle 40 Portal optional 41 Servicing and cleaning 42 Servicing 42 Cleaning 43 Fault damage 44 Indication of faults at the device 44 In case of damage 45 6 2 1 Minimising damage 45 Installation 47 Transport and storage 47 Transport 47 Transport regulations 48 Transport checks 49 Storage 50 7 4 1 Prohibited storage 51 ...

Page 7: ...e distribution 58 Preparation of AC connection to building network 58 VARTA Split Core current sensor 60 PV current sensor optional 65 Preparation of installation 65 Suspension and connection of the energy storage system 66 Battery module installation 70 Checking the battery module 71 In case of damage 72 Installation and connection of the battery module 73 8 15 1 Installation of the battery modul...

Page 8: ...web interface 85 Login as installer 87 Login as end user 87 Change password 88 Password reset 88 Software configuration 89 10 9 1 Start page of the installation wizard 89 10 9 2 Basic settings 89 10 9 3 Battery module registration 90 10 9 4 Grid parameter configuration 90 10 9 5 Function test 90 10 9 6 Finishing configuration 91 10 9 7 Cascade mode 91 10 9 8 PV inverter connection via Sunspec 93 S...

Page 9: ...de inverter 101 11 4 3 Removing the battery inverter 101 11 4 4 Installing the battery inverter 102 11 4 5 Installing and removing the battery module 103 11 4 6 Installing the battery module 105 11 4 7 Cleaning the fan and air filter 105 Completion of servicing and repairs 106 11 5 1 Checking the operating state 109 Cleaning 110 Faults 111 Indicated faults at the LED circle 111 Indicated faults at...

Page 10: ...ntents 10 Planning relocation 115 Relocation process 116 Commissioning after relocation 116 Documentation 117 User data 117 Verification of servicing 118 Verification of repairs and other work 132 Spare parts 144 ...

Page 11: ...an energy storage system of VARTA Storage GmbH We are pleased that you have selected one of our long lasting and high quality systems For use and handling of the storage system please carefully read this manual We hope you enjoy storing energy ...

Page 12: ...em The manual is structured in such a way that all work can be performed by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage GmbH The operating manual should be kept near the VARTA pulse neo and must be always accessible to everybody working at the energy storage system Of the end user of the system changes the operating manual must be handed over This manual is directed to various target groups...

Page 13: ...nents and system parts are marked as optional in this manual Please skip these sections of the manual if your energy storage system is not equipped with the respective parts VARTA Storage GmbH is aware of the importance of language regarding the equality of women and men For better readability of this manual no gender specific distinction has been made In the sense of equal treatment respective te...

Page 14: ...1 Safety instructions In this manual safety instructions are structured as follows 1 1 2 Warning levels The warning level is indicated by the signal word and the colour indicating the type and severity of possible consequences of non compliance with the measures to prevent the danger Signal word Type and source of danger Possible consequence s of non compliance Measures and restrictions to prevent...

Page 15: ...entially dangerous situations that can result in minor injury and or property damage CAUTION ATTENTION yellow Indicates potential situations that can result in property or environmental damage and disturb operation ATTENTION Prohibition signs Warning signs Round black pictogram on white background red edge and crossbar Triangle black symbol and edge on yellow background Mandatory signs Environment...

Page 16: ...e operating manual and at the device the following warning signs are used General warning sign Warning Electricity Warning Oxidising substances Warning Hand injury Warning Cutting hazard Warning Battery hazard Warning Observe discharge time 3 Minutes ...

Page 17: ...ety at work WARNING Non compliance with safety instructions Incorrect use can lead to serious injuries Before use make sure that all safeguards are in good working order Not every situation can be described in this manual For this reason applicable standards and respective rules and regulations for work safety and health protection have always priority 1 2 1 Residual dangers Under the following ci...

Page 18: ...r safety The device must not be changed or modified in any way Intended use VARTA pulse neo with its components has been manufactured according to the state of the art and product specific standards and is dedicated for storage of electricity from renewable energy sources like photovoltaic systems or CHP plants Any other applications must be coordinated with the manufacturer and the local energy s...

Page 19: ...hreatening Any application other than or exceeding the intended use of the energy storage system or its components may cause life threatening hazards 1 3 2 Prohibited use Do not sue the VARTA pulse neo for mobile applications on land on the water or in the air for applications at medical devices e g in vertical or horizontal position e g on the floor or on a table ...

Page 20: ... Storage GmbH The term qualified refers to personnel with relevant knowledge and skills in the area Thanks to special training expertise and experience as well as knowledge of applicable regulations they are able to assess the following work and identify potential hazards Installation of electrical equipment Assembly and connection of data lines Assembly and connection of electricity lines ...

Page 21: ...amage at the device occur DANGER Contact with electric voltage Risk of death due to electric shock Always keep the energy storage system closed Observe any damage at the electric equipment Have defects corrected and repaired immediately The energy storage system may only be opened by qualified electricians The energy storage system may only be opened in deactivated condition Observe the waiting ti...

Page 22: ...e relative humidity in the room must not exceed 80 Do not take wet devices or components into operation Do not take devices or components that have gotten wet into operation Please contact VARTA Storage WARNING Storage and use of oxidising and or corrosive substances Increased fire risk and risk of electric shock The above mentioned substances must always be stored at dedicated locations Do not us...

Page 23: ...orarily for maintenance purposes ATTENTION Objects on the system Risk of injury and damage to the system due to falling objects Do not place any objects on the energy storage system ATTENTION Access obstructed In case of damage the system cannot be deactivated The energy storage system must be accessible at all times The dedicated automatic circuit breaker must be accessible at all times ...

Page 24: ...fied by VARTA Storage The VARTA pulse neo energy storage system is equipped with several types of safety equipment This includes mains and system protection according to VDE AR N 4105 closed electrical operating areas overtemperature shut down and a mechanical shut down mechanism This ensures that the device is deactivated if the enclosure is opened without deenergising the energy storage system A...

Page 25: ...rces like CHP plants The energy storage system serves to increase the proportion of consumption of self generated electricity and the economic efficiency of photovoltaic systems If photovoltaic systems generate more electricity than required the excessive power can be temporarily stored by the energy storage system The electricity is then fed by the storage system into the building network if the ...

Page 26: ...attery module is charged After the maximum storage capacity is reached or the maximum charging current is exceeded by the generated solar the excessive solar power is fed into the public grid If the current power consumption cannot be covered by the photovoltaic system the input currents are measured by the current sensor In this case the building network is fed by the energy storage system to min...

Page 27: ...ditions are complied with To prevent temperature derating of the energy storage system it should be ensured that the heat of the energy storage system can be dissipated to the ambient air Repeated temperature related derating can occur due to the following causes Heat dissipation to the ambient air by the system is reduced due to clogged air filters or failure of the fan The temperature conditions...

Page 28: ...udes 1 x Battery module 1 x Battery inverter 1 x Mounting plate 1 x Hood 1 x Preassembled cable set 1 x Operating manual 1 x Current sensor 50 A 20 m sensor cable RJ12 1 x AC connector 4 x Mounting screws for battery module 3 x Mounting screws for hood Storage system Accessories ...

Page 29: ...General information 29 VARTA pulse neo front view 1 Nameplate 2 ON OFF button 3 Screw positions ...

Page 30: ...General information 30 System overview 1 Current sensor 4 Inverter for photovoltaic system 2 VARTA pulse neo 5 CHP wind power 3 Photovoltaic system 6 Consumer in building ...

Page 31: ...power factor cos phi 0 90 1 0 Icw 10 kA IP code IP 34 protection class 1 Type M UF 273 00B EAN Nr 4260333931198 HW Code inverter topology non insulated operating temperatur range 5 C to 30 C date of manufacture JJJJ MM expansion stage 3 3 6 5 kWh DE Selbsttätige Schaltstelle gemäß VDE V 0126 1 1 VARTA pulse battery storage system made by VARTA Storage GmbH VKB Number 2707 852 201 Crypto Code Code ...

Page 32: ...General information 32 2 4 2 ID label of battery module 2 4 3 Unlock code label ...

Page 33: ... x H x D 600 x 690 x 190 Weight incl battery module 45 kg 65 kg Installation location indoor Mains connection 240 V AC 50 Hz Switch on current max operating current Maximum residual current output max 11 A for 100 μs Self generated consumption optimisation Automatically controlled Consumption recording 3 phase via current sensor System transport horizontal on panel Packaging in mm 730 x 355 x 820 ...

Page 34: ...cal cell Li ion Nominal module capacity 3 3 kWh 6 5 kWh Discharge depth 90 90 Effective module capacity 3 0 kWh 5 9 kWh Connection insulated Cell monitoring integrated Dimensions in mm W x H x D 445 x 110 x 339 445 x 110 x 587 Weight 25 kg 45 kg Packaging in mm W x H x D 800 x 460 x 600 ...

Page 35: ...e humidity 80 Max height 2000 m above sea level Overvoltage category III Protection class 1 Refer to chapter 8 3 Ambient conditions page 55 The energy storage system is fully enclosed by a building or enclosure This way the energy storage system is protected against direct sunlight dust fungi and other external influences Additionally the building or enclosure is climate conditioned regarding temp...

Page 36: ...g protocol with duration of commissioning Serial number SN number of the VARTA system Serial number of the battery module This information is stored by the installer in the installer portal of VARTA Storage Complete the guarantee registration of the energy storage system within four weeks The battery module must be registered at the latest 11 weeks after delivery Required documents Registration pe...

Page 37: ...nergy storage systems â B2B â Login with password Provide all required information Please note The ID label nameplate of the system is attached in the system cabinet The ID label of the battery module is enclosed in the packaging The unlock code label can be found inside the system cabinet on the inside of the hood see chapter 2 4 Identification This label is intended for the personal documentatio...

Page 38: ...with approval by the user Open www varta storage com Select â Energy storage systems Login at the portal Provide all required information Alternatively the completed and signed guarantee documents commissioning protocol and guarantee card including attached ID labels of the VARTA system and the battery module can be send to VARTA Storage within 4 weeks after installation End user ...

Page 39: ... Any defects must be corrected immediately The energy storage system may only be opened by qualified electricians in deactivated condition Observe the waiting time ATTENTION Energy storage system deactivated Possible damage at the battery module due to deep discharge The energy storage system may only be deactivated temporarily for maintenance purposes The ON OFF button at the front of the enclosu...

Page 40: ...the conditions and events during operation of the energy storage system LED circle Colour LED action Operating state Green Blinking every second approx 90 seconds System check Green Flashing permanently Ready Green Blinks every 5 seconds Standby Green Pulsating with increasing intensity Charging Green Pulsating with reducing intensity Discharging Green red Blinking Update Red Flashing permanently ...

Page 41: ... system and use of the portal a download is available under www varta storage com see chapter 3 1 Guarantee registration Alternatively the respective option for use of the online portal of VARTA Storage can also be selected on the signed guarantee card and returned to VARTA Storage Use of the portal is free Any costs for the internet connection must be borne by the user However no claims to access...

Page 42: ...e system includes Inspection and maintenance Repair technical improvements and extensions as applicable To preserve the right to make claims under guarantee outside of Germany Austria and Switzerland claims under warranty first servicing must be performed within two years after installation Afterwards servicing must be carried out in intervals of three years The service booklet is part of the oper...

Page 43: ...ot use any water for cleaning the energy storage system Do not place any containers with liquids beverage cups or similar on electrical systems Cleaning agents Do not use any acidic alkaline or solvent based cleaning agents External cleaning of enclosure Clean with vacuum cleaner Wipe off with a wet cloth ...

Page 44: ... a qualified electrician Make sure that any work at the energy storage system is only performed by qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage Indication of faults at the device The LED circle of the ON OFF button at the front of the enclosure indicates a fault Refer to chapter 4 1 Indicators at the LED circle page 40 ...

Page 45: ...deactivate the system and interrupt the circuit breakers Leave the hazard area In case of fire call the fire services immediately Inform the fire services that the energy storage system is equipped with lithium ion batteries 6 2 1 Minimising damage In case of events like fire or flood damage may be minimised by careful behaviour ...

Page 46: ...Acrid smell Avoid contact with any leaking fluids Avoid contact with any escaping vapours If possible Deactivate the system and interrupt the circuit breakers Avoid sparks and open fire Ventilate the installation location In case of fault please contact a qualified electrician ...

Page 47: ... vehicle All other requirements according to applicable regulations for transport of hazardous goods GGVSEB and ADR regulations must also be complied with The system is delivered in tested packaging for hazardous materials If necessary request new packaging for hazardous material when replacing a battery module package the battery module and have it picked up by the shipping agency The lithium ion...

Page 48: ...rage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed The packaging of battery modules must not be opened by the driver or assistant driver Energy storage system and battery module A certified ABC fire extinguisher with a minimum capacity of 2 kg must be available at the transport vehicle Observe the symbols on the packaging The parts may only be transported in closed ...

Page 49: ...and compression Any work described in this chapter must be carried out by 2 persons or with suitable equipment Use personal protective equipment This reduces the risk of injury Transport checks DANGER Installation of damaged components Risk of death Do not accept any packaging with obvious damage Please contact VARTA Storage ...

Page 50: ...e a note on the shipping documents and have it confirmed by the driver by signature Do not accept any deliveries in heavily damaged packaging Do not remove the packaging until immediately before installation This way damage can be avoided Keep the packaging material for proper packaging in case of later transport of the relocation of the system Storage WARNING Ingress of water in electrical system...

Page 51: ... and battery module Store dry at a relative humidity of 80 Store at temperatures of 5 30 C optimum 18 C 7 4 3 Excessive storage ATTENTION Damage due to excessive storage Deep discharge of the battery module Always observe all storage conditions 7 4 4 Maximum storage time Battery module Must be commissioned within eleven weeks after delivery by the manufacturer or a qualified electrician certified ...

Page 52: ...ical systems Short circuit and corrosion due to condensation Do not start assembly before the components are at room temperature WARNING Installation of damaged components Potential risk of death Check all components for visible damage Do not install damaged components Please contact VARTA Storage ...

Page 53: ...tion and confined spaces Risk of crushing of limbs Position the cabinet in such a way that safe installation operation servicing and disassembly are possible if it is used as intended At the installation location ensure the following dimensions and conditions Spatial volume at least 30 m Wall surface of at least 200 cm x 90 cm height x width The wall must be vertical and level The load bearing cap...

Page 54: ...observed Over the enclosure a minimum clearance height of 30 cm must be provided In front of the device a clearance of approx 120 cm in depth is required to perform installation and servicing at the front The screws to open the enclosure must be accessible from the bottom Observe the minimum dimensions specified in Fig 2 Dimensions at the mounting plate on page 67 To escape in case of emergency th...

Page 55: ...rough windows AC units ventilation or similar Ensure sufficient protection against rodents and do not smoke at the installation location 8 3 1 Temperature and relative humidity The clearance to the ventilation must be at least 100 cm The room temperature must always be between 5 30 C optimum 18 C at a relative humidity of 80 Recommendation Well ventilated room without additional heat sources ...

Page 56: ...ions with potentially explosive atmospheres with storage of flammable or oxidising substances wet areas subject to high fluctuations in ambient temperature subject to direct sunlight with a relative humidity over 80 and condensation subject to temperatures below freezing point with potentially salty and humid atmospheres with ammonia containing atmospheres ...

Page 57: ...00 410 Do not connect the energy storage system without PE and N conductor The system is intended for permanent connection Neutral and live conductors must not be mixed up as internal protective and measuring equipment would otherwise not work properly Between grid and the system a suitable circuit breaker e g selective circuit breaker must be installed for all pole isolation of the system during ...

Page 58: ...expose the sensor cable to mechanical loads To keep losses as low as possible the line between the storage system and the connection should have a maximum length of 20 m Preparation of AC connection to building network For connection to the building network the 3 wire AC connection line must be connected to the provided AC connector At the end of the connection line strip the insulation by 55 mm ...

Page 59: ...conductor Fully insert the stripped conductor Connection of a fine wire conductor Press the clamp spring with a screwdriver 2 5 mm Fully insert the stripped conductor To release the line press the spring with a screwdriver Bring the connection cable into shape Engage the tension relief fitting at the connection piece and insert the cable Engage the top of the tension relief and tighten it with the...

Page 60: ...ief fitting top VARTA Split Core current sensor If the energy storage system to be installed is to be cascaded as Master with other energy storage system proceed as follows If the energy storage system is to be used as Slave do not carry out the following steps Cascading option ...

Page 61: ...netic cores Ensure a clean working environment To ensure optimisation of self consumption the building current sensor must record all values regarding the feed For this reason it is directly positioned downstream of the consumption feed meter The VARTA Split Core current sensor includes a connection box and three foldable transformers Their nominal current is 50 A 100 A maximum per phase The conne...

Page 62: ...ng of the VARTA Split Core current sensor consumption and feed the following must be observed The phase assignment L1 L2 L3 must have a clockwise phase sequence The arrows on the foldable transformers must point to the sub distribution 1 VARTA pulse neo 2 VARTA Split Core current sensor 3 Grid 4 Optional a second VARTA Split Core current sensor ...

Page 63: ...nductor must be laid by opening the blue foldable transformer Open the lock at the rear place the foldable transformer around the conductor and close it The lock must click into place 1 Current sensor 2 Current measurement connection socket 3 Foldable transformer L1 L2 L3 Fig 1 VARTA Split Core Stromsensor ...

Page 64: ...Installation 64 Three Phase ü Single Phase ü Not permitted û û ...

Page 65: ...lding current sensor must correspond to the phases of the PV current sensor The arrows on the foldable transformers must point to the sub distribution Preparation of installation Use suitable suspension gear WARNING Components are heavy They may pose a strain on intervertebral discs and cause injury due to crushing and compression Any work described in this chapter must be carried out by 2 persons...

Page 66: ...and insert the screw in such a way that a clearance of approx 3 mm remains between the wall and the screw head Remove the carrier lugs at the mounting plate Insert the mounting plate Check the vertical position of the mounting plate Mark the other 4 drilling holes position 2 in the drawing Remove the mounting plate Drill the four holes Insert the mounting plate Firmly screw the mounting plate to t...

Page 67: ...Installation 67 All Dimensions in mm Fig 2 Dimensions at the mounting plate ...

Page 68: ...ite cores must be attached to the AC cable Afterwards establish the connection between the current sensor Fig 1 page 63 and the storage system see page 69 Plug the AC connector into the AC grid socket Plug the sensor cable and the network cable into the respective sockets EMC ...

Page 69: ...Installation 69 AC side inverter 1 LAN network 2 PV sensor optional 3 Grid sensor building network 4 AC grid building connection 5 Protective earth PE 2x ...

Page 70: ...le is deactivated and that no LED indicators are flashing The energy storage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed Keep unauthorised person away WARNING Contact with sharp components Cutting injury Wear personal protective equipment Cleaning agents Do not use any acidic alkaline or solvent based cleaning agents ...

Page 71: ...odule Check the battery module for damage and cleanliness Do not install damaged or dirty battery modules Do not take damaged or dirty battery modules into operation Carefully transport the battery module Do not place any objects on the battery module Keep unauthorised person away Damaged or dirty battery module Please contact VARTA Storage ...

Page 72: ...id contact with any escaping vapours Damaged or dirty battery module Please contact VARTA Storage First aid in case of contact with leaking fluids If inhaled Leave room Seek medical attention immediately In case of skin contact Thoroughly wash the affected area with water and soap Seek medical attention immediately In case of eye contact Rinse eye under running water for at least 15 minutes Seek m...

Page 73: ...rsons or with suitable equipment Do not lift the battery module at the handle When installing the battery module guide it with the handle ATTENTION Excessive storage of the battery module Deep discharge of the battery module If commissioning has been initiated it must be completed ATTENTION Mixed up wires of fault and warning messages Incorrect fault message to control system Observe the prescribe...

Page 74: ...y module Before installation you must ensure that the mounting bracket is in the correct position If necessary mount the bracket with 4 screws at the specified position The torque of the screws is 5 Nm a Battery module 3 3 kWh b Battery module 6 5 kWh ...

Page 75: ...ttachment rails of the mounting plate The handle is only suitable for guiding the battery module The elongated holes at the battery module enable centring of the battery module at the preinstalled screws Slide the battery module backwards onto the mounting bracket Secure the battery module with the four included screws ...

Page 76: ...llation 76 8 15 2 Connecting the battery module Establish the connections at the battery module Battery power connection Connect the two connectors with correct polarity The connectors must click into place ...

Page 77: ...s into the openings of the clamping connector The connections are self locking Communication 2 Insert the communication cable red CAN Checking readiness Press the activation button at the battery module Readiness is indicated by the LED indicator at the battery module ...

Page 78: ...ectric shock Before closing the energy storage system make sure that all steps of installation are correct Do not use force to close the hood ATTENTION Damaged ON OFF switch The system cannot be taken into operation Do not use force to close the hood The switch must engage in the opening of the battery inverter ...

Page 79: ... clean Are there loose parts in the interior Have all cables been connected correctly Has edge protection been installed at the dedicated positions As necessary rework all points If all points are complied with Lift the hood over the mounting plate at an angle of 45 Carefully lower the hood until the rear is engaged at the mounting plate ...

Page 80: ...rical connection between hood and central earthing point by continuity testing Swivel the hood to the device Observe the position of the ON OFF switch Make sure that no lines are jammed The spring must click into place Close the energy storage system with the three included screws at the bottom ...

Page 81: ... the storage system at the ON OFF button The bottom stays in the lower position Initialisation can be observed at the LED circle of the ON OFF button LED circle Colour LED action Operating state Green Blinking every second for approx 90 seconds System check Green Flashing permanently Ready Red Flashing permanently Potential fault The battery modules still require configuration Continue with commis...

Page 82: ...le Colour Possible cause Solution ON OFF button is not pressed Press the ON OFF button Hood incorrectly installed Open hood and install according to instructions White Fuse not switched on Switch on the fuse No AC grid connection Check AC grid connection and establish as necessary Switch defective Check the switch and replace as necessary ...

Page 83: ...nual and initialised After software updates the system interface may change Individual functions are menu items are described in the web interface Additional possible designations of buttons are displayed if the cursor is moved over the button Please note For further information click on the displayed information icons They can be found at the settings and individual functions The browsers Mozilla...

Page 84: ...ted Depending on your system the automatic connection process may take up to five minutes After network configuration Update the view of the website Enter the following address in your browser line and open it http 169 254 0 5 The login interface of the VARTA web interface is displayed 10 3 2 Option 2 If you have access to the local network of the user Connect the storage system to the local route...

Page 85: ...ddresses can also be read out via the web interface of the router http vartaSERIALNUMBER Example http varta130100000 The login interface of the VARTA web interface is displayed Login at the web interface If the connection to the device was successfully established the login interface of the web interface is displayed The normal login window or the optional secure login can be selected Please note ...

Page 86: ...ludes an individual access password for the user It consists of the first six digits of the Code 1 printed on the Nameplate It can be found on the enclosure of the energy storage system Please note At initial commissioning login as user is not possible as software configuration must be performed first by the installer User password ...

Page 87: ...over during certification training It is added to the user password without any spaces The access data is as follows User name installer1 Password End user and installer Example End user Installer q82rz8 XXXX Password combination q82rz8XXXX Login as end user The access password of the user was described on page 86 The login data for end users are as follows User name user1 Password User password ...

Page 88: ...n the login interface In the following window a PUK Personal Unlocking Key must be entered The PUK consists of the 36 digits of the Code 1 printed on the Nameplate It can be found on the enclosure of the energy storage system The figure illustrates an example of the position of the PUK on the label Enter the digits as follows line by line from left to right without spaces After confirmation the pa...

Page 89: ...be selected Depending on your selection the energy storage system is set to the respective mode normal operation or cascade To continue with configuration Check the provided information and enable the respective options Afterwards select Start 10 9 2 Basic settings In the first step the basic settings must be checked and adjusted as necessary Make sure that date time and the time zone are configur...

Page 90: ... Country code drop down menu Check the values and adjust them as necessary to the requirements of the local grid operator Afterwards select Continue 10 9 5 Function test To start the automatic status check select Start Please note This may take a few minutes If everything is in order a green checkmark is displayed Failed tests are indicated by a red cross Please restart the function test If the te...

Page 91: ...cessfully the installation in the installation wizard can be completed The start page of the web interface is displayed On this page further configurations can be made and current values can be displayed Cascade operation option After the installation assistant is completed and the function test has been successfully the cascade manager is displayed 10 9 7 Cascade mode After the function test has ...

Page 92: ...Cascade monitor is displayed It provides a full overview of the cascade Charging state of the cascade the current power the max capacity of the cascade If several storage systems are to be connected repeat the installation in the Cascade manager Please note Up to 5 devices can be coupled Please note Do not forget to complete the guarantee registration of the energy storage system in the VARTA port...

Page 93: ...connection of a PV inverter select Sunspec in the energy manager Please note The settings can only be made by the installer To ensure a permanent connection to the PV inverter we recommend assigning a fixed IP address Please note Please observe the compatibility list of PV inverters with the pulse neo on our website https www varta storage com service downloads ...

Page 94: ...ergy storage system Observe the waiting time Make sure that the battery modules are deactivated and that no LED indicators are flashing Always observe all safety rules The energy storage system must not be transported if a battery module has already been installed WARNING Contact with sharp components Cutting injury Wear personal protective equipment ...

Page 95: ...properly re established and secured All work at the VARTA pulse neo system must be documented by the qualified electrician in the service booklet WARNING Components are heavy They may pose a strain on intervertebral discs and cause injury due to crushing and compression Any work described in this chapter must be carried out by 2 persons or with suitable equipment ...

Page 96: ...servicing First servicing must be performed within two years after installation Afterwards the maintenance interval is 3 years Document any performed service and repairs in section Documentation Checking the energy storage system From the outside Check whether the air inlet at the battery inverter is clogged or dirty For cleaning refer to chapter 11 6 Make sure that a room temperature between 5 an...

Page 97: ...sary an active fan may need to be installed Ask the user if any new heat sources have been installed at the installation location since the last maintenance Check the wall mounting for stability As necessary tighten the screws or renew them Checking the system parameters The system parameters are checked via the web interface Refer to chapter 10 ...

Page 98: ...e is currently under load the connection between current sensor and energy storage system may be disturbed As necessary load all phases separately Switch on targeted consumers As necessary check the current flow through all three phases with a clip on ampere meter Measures in case of irregular current sensor values Make sure that the connection has a clockwise phase sequence If the current sensor ...

Page 99: ...vice and repair Enclosure interior 11 4 1 Opening the energy storage system Make sure that the energy storage system is deactivated To open the energy storage system unscrew the screws at the bottom of the hood Tools Torx 20 screwdriver Pull off the hood at the bottom by approx 30 cm from the wall Disconnect the PE connection between the hood and the battery inverter To do so loosen the lock Remov...

Page 100: ...Servicing 100 AC side inverter 1 LAN network 2 PV sensor optional 3 Grid sensor building network 4 AC grid building connection 5 Protective earth PE 2x ...

Page 101: ...tlet 2 Batt battery module 3 Fan 4 CAN 5 DRY 11 4 3 Removing the battery inverter Make sure that no small parts get into the battery inverter Disconnect the electrical connections Make sure that no LED indicators are flashing at the battery module ...

Page 102: ...screws 1 3 Lift the battery inverter 4 to the top and out of the bracket 11 4 4 Installing the battery inverter For reinstallation perform the steps in reverse order The battery inverter clicks into place in its final position ...

Page 103: ...e Personal injury and property damage Make sure that the battery module is not damaged during removal or installation Do not try to repair it Battery modules are maintenance free and must not be opened Any work described in this chapter must be carried out by 2 persons or with suitable equipment Do not lift the battery module at the handle When installing the battery module guide it with the handl...

Page 104: ...ull it off to the top If the battery module is not automatically deactivated proceed as follows Deactivate the battery module with the activation button keep pressed until LED stops flashing Afterwards disconnect the following lines Battery power connections DRY contact CAN Untighten the four mounting screws see page 105 ...

Page 105: ...order See chapter 8 15 Installation and connection of the battery module page 73 11 4 7 Cleaning the fan and air filter The air filter must be replaced on every other servicing The fan can be accessed by opening the hood Clean the grid at the air filter Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or replace it Check the fan for dirt and clean it as necessary ...

Page 106: ...ontact VARTA Storage Completion of servicing and repairs DANGER Contact with live components Risk of death Remove all tools and or small parts from the interior Correctly connect all cables Check all cable ducts Check all safety equipment Make sure that nobody is within the hazard area when the power supply is connected ...

Page 107: ...ust engage in the opening of the battery inverter Before closing the energy storage system check as follows Check ü Have all tools been removed Is the interior clean Are there loose parts in the interior Have all cables been connected correctly Has edge protection been installed at the dedicated positions As necessary rework all points ...

Page 108: ...PE conductor between the hood and battery inverter Check the electrical connection between hood and central earthing point by continuity testing Swivel the hood to the device Observe the position of the ON OFF switch Make sure that no lines are jammed The spring must click into place Close the energy storage system with the three included screws at the bottom Checking the PE connection ...

Page 109: ...tton Check the following sequence at the LED circle after activation LED circle Colour LED action Operating state Green Blinking every second approx 90 seconds System check Green Flashing permanently Ready Green Blinks every 3 seconds Standby Green Pulsating with increasing intensity Charging Green Pulsating with reducing intensity Discharging ...

Page 110: ...umber of the battery module commissioning of the storage system is not possible Cleaning WARNING Ingress of water in electrical systems Potential risk of death Do not use any water for cleaning the energy storage system Do not place any containers with liquids beverage cups or similar on electrical systems Cleaning agents Do not use any acidic alkaline or solvent based cleaning agents External cle...

Page 111: ...ubleshooting may only be performed by qualified electricians Indicated faults at the LED circle The LED circle at the ON OFF button indicates faults For further information refer to chapter 4 1 Indicators at the LED circle page 40 Indicated faults at the web interface Faults are listed on the System page of the web interface ...

Page 112: ... shared Static address assignment For assignment of static IP addresses knowledge on the existing network is required For example the network configuration of the router must be read The address ranges 172 30 xxx xxx to 172 31 xxx xxx must not be used Please note For conventional DSL routers this generally has been configured correctly by default In company networks however the firewall may need t...

Page 113: ... VARTA link energy storage system to internet ESP to external VARTA link energy storage system to internet 4998 TCP Internally VARTA link energy storage system to other energy storage systems and back 21338 UDP Internally VARTA link energy storage system to other energy storage systems and back 502 TCP Internally VARTA link energy storage system to other energy storage systems and smart home compo...

Page 114: ...y be disassembled by qualified electricians If the original packaging is no longer available please request suitable packaging for hazardous goods Disassembly process Opening of the system cabinet and disassembly of components is described in chapter 11 4 Service and repair Enclosure interior page 99 The charging state of the battery module should be below 30 As necessary discharge the module ...

Page 115: ... hazardous goods The costs for packaging and pick up are covered by VARTA Storage The cabinet can be disposed of as electronic waste at dedicated waste disposal sites Relocation Planning relocation WARNING Incorrect disassembly due to insufficient expertise Personal injury and environmental damage The energy storage system may only be disassembled by qualified electricians If the original packagin...

Page 116: ...ions The battery module should have a charging state of 20 to 30 percent of its capacity As necessary charge or discharge the battery modules Opening of the system cabinet and disassembly of components is described in chapter 11 4 Service and repair Enclosure interior page 99 The battery module must be recommissioned within 11 weeks after disassembly by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA S...

Page 117: ...system exclusively by qualified electricians certified by VARTA Storage GmbH is verified First servicing must be performed within two years after installation Afterwards the maintenance interval is 3 years User data User Surname Forename Street Postcode and city Phone number E mail System location if deviating Street Postcode and city Energy storage system installation Serial number Date Certified...

Page 118: ...nature stamp Verification of servicing 1 Service within 2 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 119: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 120: ...Documentation 120 2 Service within 5 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 121: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 122: ...Documentation 122 3 Service within 8 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 123: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 124: ...ocumentation 124 4 Service within 11 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 125: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 126: ...ocumentation 126 5 Service within 14 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 127: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 128: ...ocumentation 128 6 Service within 17 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 129: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 130: ...ocumentation 130 7 Service within 20 years after installation Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Service Date Certified service technician Signature stamp Next service by Date ...

Page 131: ...atus connected m Software version Ver Air filter counter reset m Error memory read out m Software update of offline system m Enclosure interior Grid at air filter cleaned m Air filter checked replaced m Completion PE conductor checked m Hood screw fitted m Fuse switched on m Energy storage system activated function checked m For a detailed description of servicing refer to section Servicing in the...

Page 132: ...Documentation 132 Verification of repairs and other work Repairs other work 1 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 133: ...Documentation 133 Repairs other work 1 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 134: ...Documentation 134 Repairs other work 2 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 135: ...Documentation 135 Repairs other work 2 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 136: ...Documentation 136 Repairs other work 3 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 137: ...Documentation 137 Repairs other work 3 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 138: ...Documentation 138 Repairs other work 4 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 139: ...Documentation 139 Repairs other work 4 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 140: ...Documentation 140 Repairs other work 5 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 141: ...Documentation 141 Repairs other work 5 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 142: ...Documentation 142 Repairs other work 6 Service contractor Name Street Postcode and city Phone number Certified service technician Date Name Signature stamp ...

Page 143: ...Documentation 143 Repairs other work 6 Date Software version Work performed Original parts Serial number old new Irregular system parameters Values Comments ...

Page 144: ...le directives and standards For the full declaration of conformity please refer to our website www varta storage com This operating manual is a document without binding character Subject to mistakes printing errors and changes Spare part Article no Comment Battery module 3 3 kWh 719152 Battery module 6 5 kWh 719153 Filter mat pulse 716710 Sensor cable 710499 Length 20 m VARTA Split Core current se...

Page 145: ...Subject to modification Appendix Appendix 1 Connection diagram of TT system ...

Page 146: ...Subject to modification Appendix 2 Connection diagram of TT system with data logger ...

Page 147: ...Subject to modification Appendix 3 Connection diagram of TN C system ...

Page 148: ...Subject to modification Appendix 4 Connection diagram of TN C system with data logger ...

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