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- Page 1 Residential Energy Storage Unit 6.4 EX Battery Pack For Photovoltaic Systems Installation Manual April 2015 | Edition 1...
- Page 2 Read this manual thoroughly before you attempt to install the product, and follow the instructions carefully throughout the installation process. If you are uncertain about any of the requirements, recommendations, or safety procedures described in this manual, contact LG Chem immediately for advice and clarification. NOTE The information included in this document is accurate at the time of publi- cation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Features ....... . 1.2 Package Items ......1.3 LED Indicators . - Page 4 Contents 6 Warranty 6.1 Warranty Coverage ......6.2 Limitation of Liability ......A Technical Information...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction 1.1 Features ® The RESU 6.4 EX battery pack has the following features: Photovoltaic system: This battery pack is designed for household photovoltaic systems. Battery management system (BMS): The battery pack’s built-in BMS moni- tors its operation and prevents the battery from operating outside design limitations. -
Page 6: Led Indicators
The tag is labeled as TYPE-S or TYPE-N. TYPE-S adapters are supposed to be used with SMA inverters, and TYPE-N ones are supposed to be used with Nedap inverters. If the wrong cable adapter is identified, contact LG Chem or an authorized dealer. -
Page 7: Specifications
Introduction 1.4 Specifications Dimensions and weight Length 406 mm 165 mm Width Height 664 mm Weight 60 kg S t a t u s a r g D is a r g 6 .4 Performance Nominal voltage 51.8 V Operating voltage 45.2 V to 58.1 V Nominal capacity 126 A·h... - Page 8 Introduction Cable requirements Power cable from inverter 4 AWG (21 mm ) or thicker, UL 1283 Cable lug Environmental requirements Available operating temperature 0°C to 40°C Optimal operating temperature 15°C to 30°C Operating relative humidity 25% to 95% Storage temperature −30°C to 50°C Storage relative humidity 25% to 95%...
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Page 9: Safety
Safety 2.1 General Precautions for the Battery Pack WARNING Failure to observe the precautions described in this section can cause seri- ous injury to persons or damage to property. Observe the following precautions: • Risks of explosion – Do not subject the battery pack to strong impacts. –... -
Page 10: Tools
Safety 2.2 Tools The following tools are required to install the battery pack: Torque screwdriver Phillips-screwdriver bit Hex-key bit Phillips-head screwdriver Wire cutter Use properly insulated tools to prevent accidental electric shock or short cir- cuits. If insulated tools are not available, cover the entire exposed metal sur- faces of the available tools, except their tips, with electrical tape. -
Page 11: Warning Labels
Keep out of reach of children or animals. oder entflammbare Gase entstehen. In such case, please contact LG Chem ESS QA Team In diesem Fall bitte direkt das LG Chem ESS QA Team Gerät von Kindern oder Tieren fernhalten! unter +82 43 219 2720 kontaktieren. -
Page 12: Installation
Installation 3.1 Installation Location Make sure that the installation location meets the following conditions: • The area is completely waterproof. • The floor is flat and level. • There are no flammable or explosive materials. • The ambient temperature is within the range from 15°C to 30°C. •... -
Page 13: Installing The Battery Pack
Installation 3.2 Installing the Battery Pack Mounting the battery pack to a wall It is recommended to mount the battery pack to a wall. Make sure to leave a space of at least 20 mm between the battery pack and the wall. 20 mm NOTE Make sure that the battery pack stands on the floor when mounting it to a... -
Page 14: Connecting The Battery Pack To The Inverter
Installation 4. There are holes for mounting brackets on both edges of the back. Cut the re- S ta movable pieces out of the holes using a tu s a rg D is a rg 6 .4 wire cutter. 5. Secure the mounting brackets to the holes using the M5 screws. - Page 15 Installation 3. Connect the provided cable adapter to the communication port, and then con- nect the communication cable coming from the inverter to the cable adapter through the grommet. 4. If the inverter has a ground wire, con- nect it to the ground screw through the grommet.
- Page 16 Installation 6. Remove the protective tape that covers the circuit breaker switch. 7. Perform the pre-operation checks. See Checking Before Operation on page Getting Started 20 and on page 21. 8. Restore the top cover. Press down on the top cover until it locks in place.
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Page 17: Expanding The Battery Pack
Installation 3.3 Expanding the Battery Pack The battery capacity can be increased by adding expansion battery packs. At most two expansion battery packs can be added. S ta tu s a rg D is a rg 6 .4 S ta S ta tu s tu s... - Page 18 Installation 3. Cut the removable pieces out of the grommets on the upper part of the right side. S ta tu s a rg D is a rg 6 .4 4. Insert the cables to be connected to the expansion pack into the main pack through the grommets.
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Page 19: Mounting An Expansion Pack To A Wall
Installation 7. Switch on the circuit breaker. 8. Restore the top cover. If another expansion pack is available, repeat the above process to connect the first expansion pack to the second expansion pack. Mounting an expansion pack to a wall RESU 6.4 Status Charge / Discharge Status Charge / Discharge... -
Page 20: Checking Before Operation
ON and OFF positions, move it to the OFF position and then to the ON position. If the switch moves by itself to any of the other positions, contact LG Chem or an authorized dealer. Circuit breaker’s trip button... -
Page 21: Voltage
3. The Status indicator on the front turns on in red and then changes to green in 7 seconds. • If the Status indicator is lit in green, turn on the inverter to let the bat- tery pack charge or discharge. • If the Status indicator stays red, contact LG Chem or an authorized dealer. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Check the indicators on the front of the battery pack to determine in what state the battery pack is. Charge/Discharge Status Successfully initialized Red → Green Red → Red Initialization failed Discharging in normal state Green Green Charging in normal state Green Waiting in normal state Green... - Page 23 Troubleshooting • BMS Internal Communication • Battery Cell Voltage Imbalance An abnormal state is released when the battery pack recovers its normal con- dition. NOTE For a serious fault, if no proper corrective actions are taken by the inverter, the battery pack’s circuit breaker automatically trips to protect itself. For example, if the Status indicator stays red for more than 5 minutes, the cir- cuit breaker trips.
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Page 24: Emergency Situations
Emergency Situations The RESU 6.4 EX battery pack comprises multiple batteries that are designed to prevent hazards resulting from failures. However, LG Chem cannot guarantee their absolute safety. 5.1 Leaking Batteries If the battery pack leaks electrolyte, avoid contact with the leaking liquid or gas. -
Page 25: Wet Batteries
5.3 Wet Batteries If the battery pack is wet or submerged in water, do not let people access it, and then contact LG Chem or an authorized dealer for technical support. 5.4 Damaged Batteries Damaged batteries are dangerous and must be handled with the utmost care. -
Page 26: Warranty
6.2 Limitation of Liability LG Chem does not provide warranty coverage or assume any liability for direct or indirect damages or defects that result from the following causes: • Transportation or storage •... -
Page 27: A Technical Information
Technical Information Nominal voltage 51.8 V Operating voltage 45.2 V to 58.1 V Nominal capacity 126 A·h Nominal Energy 6.4 kW·h Nominal charge current 42 A Nominal discharge current 42 A Maximum discharge current 110 A Peak power 5 kW Faradic charge efficiency (25°C/77°F) Battery round-trip efficiency (C/3, 25°C/77°F) Expected lifetime at 25°C/77°F... - Page 28 Keep this manual for later use. LG Chem LG Twin Tower, 128 Yeoui-daero Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul 150-721, Korea...