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1 SAFETY INFORMATION AND LEGAL TERMS:
1.1 Document purpose and structure
The purpose of this manual is to provide the user of the XOLTA Outdoor Battery Energy Storage System
(BESS) with an overview of system installation, functionality and operation.
The document is organized as follows:
Chapter 1
sets out important safety information, what to do in emergency situations and a list of abbreviations.
Chapter 2
gives a brief introduction to the XOLTA outdoor BESS system and describes its main features and key
specification parameters. Safety measures and protection schemes used in the XOLTA outdoor BESS are
also described.
Chapter 3
deals with system installation, maintenance and location requirements. Liability limitations are also mentioned.
Chapter 4
describes currently available XOLTA outdoor BESS operating modes and operating states.
Chapter 5
provides a list of telemetry signals accessible via the Web API.
1.2 Important safety instructions
The XOLTA outdoor BESS installation and servicing should only be performed by XOLTA certified installers.
In consequence, XOLTA provides no liability for property damage or injury caused by system modification
or repairs performed by unqualified personnel or failure to follow the following important safety instructions.
The safety instructions have been divided into:
WARNING
- indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or injury.
CAUTION
- indicates a situation where damage to the equipment or injury may occur.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the entire document carefully before installing or using XOLTA outdoor BESS.
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
Do not apply any external force to the XOLTA outdoor BESS.
Avoid physical damage to the battery. Keep the XOLTA outdoor BESS away from where it may accidentally
be physically damaged.
Do not dispose of the XOLTA outdoor BESS in fire.
RISK OF FIRE:
Keep system away from flammable objects and heat sources.
Do not expose the battery system to temperatures in excess of 50°C.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
There are high voltages present on AC and DC cables. There is a risk of death of serious injury due to electric
shock. Report any external cable/wire damage to XOLTA or local XOLTA system installer. Do not touch
uninsulated wires.
