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Swarm-enabled Solar Battery System

Installation and Operating instructions

PBX-200 PB

(230 V, 200 W, 1.2 kWh AGM Battery)

PBX-200 Li

(230 V, 200 W, 1.2 kWh Li-ion Battery)

2017-03-13

Summary of Contents for PBX-200 Li

Page 1: ...Swarm enabled Solar Battery System Installation and Operating instructions PBX 200 PB 230 V 200 W 1 2 kWh AGM Battery PBX 200 Li 230 V 200 W 1 2 kWh Li ion Battery EN 2017 03 13 ...

Page 2: ...erconnecting several towers to a power wall 17 7 2 8 Using the connection terminals 16 19 18 7 3 CONNECTION TYPES 21 7 4 SINGLE SOLAR SYSTEM 21 7 5 COMBINATION OF SOLAR AND PUBLIC ELECTRICITY 21 7 6 USE AS BACKUP SYSTEM UPS 22 7 7 COMBINED SOLAR MAINS SYSTEM WITH CONNECTION TO THE TERMINAL BLOCK 22 7 8 POWER BLOX INSTALLATION 23 7 8 1 Installation of a single Power Blox 23 7 8 2 Installation of ad...

Page 3: ... smoke development penetrated liquid etc connected lines Solar module Do not switch on the system again before the device has been repaired by the dealer or manufacturer damaged cables or solar modules have been repaired by a specialist Wash the battery immediately on skin or clothing with soapy water and rinse with plenty of water In case of injuries consult a doctor immediately Rinse immediately...

Page 4: ...age 4 2 Scope of delivery 200 PBX or PBX 200 LI Power cord Quick Start Guide Installation and operating instructions online Optional accessories Solar cables with MC 4 port WP 200 or 250 WP solar module Print version installation and operating instructions ...

Page 5: ...y solar modules can be connected to the solar module connector The connected loads must be suitable for the corresponding output voltage 230 V alternating voltage or 12 V 5 V DC voltage The connected consumers must not exceed the maximum power of the system for a Power Blox 200 W short term 370 W The source connected to the GRID GEN input must match the input voltage range of the solar system and ...

Page 6: ...ortant note Read the instructions before using the product 4 2 Signal words Symbol Description Danger immediate risk of death or serious bodily harm Warning possible risk of death or serious personal injury Caution Possible risk of minor or moderate bodily injury Attention Possible property damage Note Note on the operation of the controller or on how to use the instructions ...

Page 7: ...Installation and Operating Instructions PBX 200 PB Li page 7 5 Quick Start Guide DANGER Danger to life due to electrocution Observe the safety instructions in section 9 1 ...

Page 8: ...Installation and Operating Instructions PBX 200 PB Li page 8 6 Overview of the Power Blox Figure 1 Power Blox front page Figure 2 Front connectors and power switch ...

Page 9: ...Installation and Operating Instructions PBX 200 PB Li page 9 Figure 3 Power Blox back Figure 4 Terminal connections behind cover installation ...

Page 10: ... Solar connector for optional solar cable input 9 Transfer cable for connecting power Blox 10 Vertical cable management channel 11 Horizontal cable ducts 12 Resettable circuit breaker 10 A for transfer socket 13 Resettable circuit breaker 10 A for mains generator input 14 Installation flap for terminal connections 15 Anti theft locking pins 16 Terminal block transfer connection 17 Not used 18 Term...

Page 11: ...es not open The installation flap 14 must be closed and screwed during operation Before working with the Power Blox always carry out the following measures 1 Switch off all consumers 2 If present open the DC load disconnector solar module and secure against restarting 3 Open external fuses in front of the generator mains and transfer terminals and secure against restarting Cabling The module cable...

Page 12: ...ox to temperatures above 60 C for example in closed cars parked in the sun WARNING Model PBX 200 LI with Li Ion Batteries Risk of fire The Power Blox contains two Li Ion batteries with 12 V and 50 Ah each Do not expose the battery to open fire or sparks Do not expose batteries to temperatures above 60 degrees or below 20 degrees Store battery dry CAUTION Danger of damage to the Power Blox due to o...

Page 13: ...r Blox The Power Blox starts into a boot and measuring cycle after switching on so it does not deliver power directly to the integrated sockets 1 Wait approximately one minute for the Power Blox to complete all tests and be ready for operation 7 2 2 Direct connection via integrated sockets 1 Figure 5 Use of the integrated sockets The two integrated AC power sockets deliver directly high quality 23...

Page 14: ... 2 4 Connecting the solar module to the solar socket 8 As an option Power Blox offers a solar cable with two standard MC4 connectors on the primary side and a special solar plug on the secondary side You can plug it directly into the Power Blox Figure 7 Connect the solar module via solar cable To connect the solar plug turn it slightly to the left until it is completely inserted into the socket an...

Page 15: ...hieve several effects The performance of the entire system is increased The memory of the combined system is increased The daily energy yield is increased The individual power elements can simply be added with such a coupling 1 Power Blox 200 W Power 1 2 kWh storage 200 WP solar power 2 Power Blox coupled 400 W of Power 2 4 kWh storage 400 WP solar power The individual Power Blox is coupled by usi...

Page 16: ...ching on the two Power Blox both Power Blox synchronize and form a swarm net Up to three Power Blox can be connected to a tower and several towers can be coupled to each other Figure 8 Two coupled Power Blox as a power tower DANGER Do not form any towers that are higher than three units Each Power Blox weighs 52kg and a tall tower could fall over and hurt you Higher towers are unstable and can eas...

Page 17: ...correct ventilation as well as safe handling If you have several tall towers next to each other you can also make more sense to reach the transfer cables and the integrated circuit breakers even after commissioning 7 2 7 Interconnecting several towers to a power wall Figure 10 Connect multiple power Blox towers The interconnection of several towers takes place analogously to the coupling process d...

Page 18: ...e terminals can be advantageous in the following situations Connection of a solar module with its own cable without special solar plug on the secondary side Power Blox Connection of two solar modules in parallel connection observe max Power see technical data in chapter 13 Connect two Power Blox or towers over a larger distance for example between two buildings Connection of a generator with a sel...

Page 19: ...ep the installation flap locked during the installation process it can be pressed vertically vertically downwards in the fully open position stop point Prepare the cables according to the following drawing and push them as far as they will go into the corresponding opening of the terminal Now close the terminals When closing ensure that the clamp is fully closed and the bracket does not protrude ...

Page 20: ...ie on the strain relief bar To feed the cable from the Power Blox the Power Blox break out tabs are provided in the installation cover In this case break out a tab at a suitable location for example with a side cutter or a Japanese knife Figure 13 Tighten the tab to the cable entry After completion of all installation work on the terminal blocks close the installation flap and secure it with the r...

Page 21: ... a single independent system and connect loads directly to the integrated sockets 1 connect the solar module directly to the solar sleeve 8 and the two MC4 plugs with the solar module via the optionally available standard cable 7 5 Combination of solar and public electricity Figure 15 Power Blox with connected solar module and network support If you have a connection to the public power supply we ...

Page 22: ...d power cord and use the integrated sockets 1 to feed your appliances In the event of a power failure the devices are fed by the internal battery 7 7 Combined solar mains system with connection to the terminal block Figure 17 Single solar system wired via terminal blocks The terminal blocks allow you to build the solar system with standard wiring and wires In the schematic diagram shown the solar ...

Page 23: ...orizontal level flame resistant and not permanently vibrating To the Power Blox is on all sides a free space as described in chapter 7 2 6 The Power Blox is easy to access and the LED display is easy to read The Power Blox is not outdoor equipment and should not be in a place exposed to rain or splashing water in a dusty environment in stables with active animal husbandry in direct sunlight At loc...

Page 24: ...able the tower according to the instructions in chapter 7 2 5 5 Next Power Blox next to the existing tower place and in turn minimum distances according to chapter 7 2 6 6 Transfer cable 9 from the first tower to the last Power Blox and connect it to transfer socket 6 See also wiring diagram in chapter 7 2 7 7 Now continue with next Power Blox as described in step 2 until the maximum number of nin...

Page 25: ...up 1 Go to chapter 7 8 for the described steps 2 Check all connections and connections 3 Make sure that all devices attached to the outlet are switched off 4 Turn the main switch 3 to I 5 Wait at least 60 seconds for the startup to complete 6 Now the system is ready for operation ...

Page 26: ...ched off and the last red LED starts flashing Operate the Power Blox only in the green area of the display In this charging area the battery is spared and has the highest life expectancy 9 2 Display on synchronization When the Power Blox synchronizes with its neighbors it shows an orange running light This changes to green as soon as the synchronization is successful When synchronized to a mains o...

Page 27: ...o the second socket and check that there is no voltage present You may have attached too much load A Power Blox delivers 200 W If the load is too high the output is switched off Remove the attached device and wait 60 seconds à Have the Power Blox checked by a service technician if all actions do not improve o No LED is lit à If you have just switched on wait 60 seconds à If a LED still lights up a...

Page 28: ...h a damp cloth and some soapy water Make sure that no liquid enters the inside of the Power Blox especially not in the sockets and terminal blocks Check regularly the charging status of the Power Blox The LED display always shows a green charge state 40 at all times A lower charging state orange red will not destroy the device but will shorten the life of the battery In a system with multiple Powe...

Page 29: ...l Do not dispose of this device through domestic waste Dispose of the device at the collection point provided in your country or send the device to the Power Blox customer service after the end of its service life The packaging of the device consists of recyclable material ...

Page 30: ...ble fuse Solar input Solar charger type Input voltage range PV current Maximum PV power Recommended PV power Charging characteristics IUoU1 temperature regulated Li BMS1 temperature regulated Battery Included batteries 2 x Hoppecke sun power VR M 12 V 58 2 x SmartBattery 12 V 50 AH Battery technology Lead acid AGM3 LiFePO44 Internal battery voltage Cycle stability 2500 cycles 5000 cycles Expected ...

Page 31: ... inlet clamps Neutrik powerCON inlet clamps Grid socket C14 10A clamps Tool less Phoenix clamps 0 2 6mm2 Via attached cable Via attached cable 3 units IP20 95 without condensation Passive no active ventilators 10 Einheiten 2 3 kW Infinite6 tested up to 20 units IEC EN55022 IEC EN61000 EC EN62109 1 IEC62109 2 1 IUoU Multi stage charging process for optimal battery charging BMS Battery Management Sy...

Page 32: ...o subsequent persons Therefore the manufacturer assumes no responsibility and liability for any loss damage or expense resulting from faulty installation faulty installation work improper operation incorrect use and maintenance or in any way connected with it We also assume no responsibility for patent infringement or infringement of other rights of third parties resulting from the use of the cont...

Page 33: ...n order to be eligible for the guarantee the customer must present the proof of payment purchase document If the customer finds a problem he must first contact his dealer installer or the Power Blox AG 2 Beneficiaries of this manufacturer s guarantee Power Blox will only issue this guarantee to the operator who is proven to have acquired a product which is entitled to a guarantee and who operate t...

Page 34: ...ce the customer bears the costs for a possible return of the defective product However Power Blox also offers a free proper disposal of the defective device 5 Material or processing errors The manufacturing guarantee as well as the warranty apply only to material processing and software errors as far as these are attributable to lack of professional competence on the part of Power Blox Power Blox ...

Page 35: ...ng arrangement or assembly for incorrect or negligent handling accident transport overload storage or damage by the customer or third parties 4 an unavoidable accident fire explosion construction or new construction of any kind in the environment in which the product is placed natural phenomena such as lightning earthquake flood or storm or any cause outside the sphere of influence of the Power Bl...

Page 36: ...e manufacturing guarantee shall remain unaffected In the place of the ineffective or ineffective provision an effective regulation is automatically agreed as to which of the invalid or ineffective provision comes as close as possible to their economic content In the case of a gap the above regulation applies accordingly This manufacturing guarantee is exclusively subject to Swiss law excluding the...

Page 37: ...Instructions PBX 200 PB Li page 37 16 How to contact with For complaints and faults please contact your local dealer where you bought the product This will help you in all matters Dealer Street No Zip Code Telephone Email Website ...

Page 38: ...Installation and Operating Instructions PBX 200 PB Li page 38 17 Notes Type Serial No ...

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