LiFePo4 Rack Mount

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IMS306 48V 9.6kWh Rack Mount Battery

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Contents
1. Notes 3
1.1 Before installation 3
1.2 Usage 3

2. Introduction 4

3. Characteristics 4

4. Parameter Specifications 4
4.1 Battery Parameters 4
4.2 Interface Definitions 5
4.2.1 RESET: Reset Button 5
4.2.2 RS485-1 /CAN 5
4.2.2.1 RS485-2 5
4.2.3 RS232 5
4.2.4 ADD 6
4.2.5 Indicator 7

5. LiFePO4 Battery Safety Operating Guidelines 8

5.1 Application Schematic 8
5.2 Tools 8
5.3 Safety equipment 8

6. Installation 9
6.1 Installation location 9

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6.2 Installation 9

7. Maintenance 10

8. FAQ Analysis and Solutions 10

8.1 Undervoltage alarm 10
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8.2 Discharge over-current protection 10

8.3 Temperature Protection 11
8.4 Battery No Voltage Output 11

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1. Notes

Attention!

1. It is important and necessary to read the user manual carefully before installing or using the battery. The safety
precautions mentioned in this manual do not represent all safety matters to be observed and only complement all
safety precautions.
2. When installing, operating, and maintaining equipment, local safety regulations shall be observed and followed.
3. Do not wear any conductive objects such as watches, bracelets, and rings when installing, operating, and maintaining
equipment.
4. If the battery is stored for long before installation, it needs to be charged and discharged every six months, and the
battery charge percentage shall not be less than 70%.
5. If the battery is fully discharged, it should be charged within 12 hours.
6. Before maintenance, batteries and equipment must be cut off firstly.
7. Do not use cleaning solvents to clean batteries.
8. Do not expose batteries to flammable or irritating chemicals or vapors.
9. Do not connect batteries directly to photovoltaic solar wires.
10. Our company is not responsible for any loss caused by violation of general safety operation requirements or violation
of design, production and use of equipment safety standards.

Warning!

1.1 Before installation

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1.1.1 After unpacking, please check the product and packing list first, if the product is damaged or missing any parts, please
contact the seller.
1.1.2 Before installation, cut off the power supply and ensure the battery is off.
1.1.3 Wiring must be correct, do not mistake positive (+) and negative (-) cables, and ensure the external devices are not
short-circuited.
1.1.4 Direct connection of batteries and AC power is prohibited.
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1.1.5 Battery protection system is designed for 48V DC, no series connections allowed.
1.1.6 Please ensure that the electrical parameters of the battery system are compatible with the relevant equipment.
1.1.7 Keep the battery away from water and fire.

2. Product Introduction
1.2 Usage
1.2.1 If the battery system needs to be moved or repaired, the power must be cut off and the battery completely stops
working.
1.2.2 It is prohibited for connecting this battery to other different types of batteries.
1.2.3 It is prohibited to connect this battery with any faulty or incompatible devices.
1.2.4 When fire occurs, only dry powder fire extinguishers can be used, liquid fire extinguishers are prohibited.
1.2.5 Do not disassemble batteries privately.
1.2.6 Never charger a frozen battery or when the temperature is below 0°C.

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2. Introduction
This battery is a new type of energy storage product, which can be used to provide a reliable power supply to various types of
equipment and systems. It is especially suitable for applications with large power requirements, limited installation space and
limited bearing capacity. The Battery’s built-in BMS –(battery management system) manages and monitors battery voltage,
current, temperature and operational data. In addition, the battery pack balances the charge and discharge of the battery to
prolong the cycle life. Multiple battery packs can be paralleled to expand capacity and current.

3. Characteristics
Environmentally safe and pollution-free: the battery module has been constructed using materials that are non-toxic and
pollution-free.
Long design Life: The battery is designed and built using LiFePo4 (Lithium iron phosphate) as the core cathode of the
battery for long life and safe service life.
Protection function: The BMS will protect the battery module from over discharge, over charge, over current and high /
low temperature.
Intelligent Cell Balancing: Efficient passive balancing is used to maximize the usable capacity.
Expansion: Multiple battery modules can be paralleled to expand the storage energy or Kilowatt hour capacity
Low self-power consumption: When the battery is isolated and not connected to any equipment, it will reduce self-loss
by auto switching itself into a state of dormancy.
Wide operating temperature range of -20 to 60 °C. Charging between 0 to 45 °C and discharging between -20 to 60 °C
will ensure good performance and cycle life,
Portable: Easy to install, small, lightweight and fits into a standard 19-inch racking cabinet.

4. Parameter Specifications

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4.1 Battery Parameters

Model IMS306 - 48V 9.6kWh Rack Mount

Nominal voltage 48V L I T H I U M I R O N P H O S P H AT E B AT T E R Y
Nominal capacity 200Ah
Working voltage 40.5V - 54.75V
Charging voltage 53.2-54.75V
Recommended Charge Current 50A (0.25C)
Maximum continuous charging current 100A (0.5C)
Maximum continuous discharge current 100A (0.5C)
Charging temperature range 0~45°C
Discharge temperature range -20~60°C
Weight About 90kg
Dimensions W×D×H (mm) 482 x 500 x 280 - 7U
Monitoring communications RS232, RS485, CAN
Number of cycles 6000 Cycle at 80 ~ 85% D.O.D
Working environment Humidity: ≤95; Altitude:≤4000

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4.2 Interface Definitions

4.2.1 RESET: Reset Button

When the BMS is dormant, press reset button for 3 seconds and release, the protection board will be activated, and LED
indicator will light up in 0.5 seconds from “RUN” button.
When the BMS is active, press reset button for 3 seconds and release, the protection board is dormant, and the LED indicator
lights up for 0.5 seconds from the lowest power lamp.
When the BMS is activated, press reset button for 6 seconds and release, the protection board is reset, and the LED lights
are lit for 1.5 seconds at the same time.
After the BMS is reset, the parameters and functions set through the upper computer will be retained. Restoring to the initial
parameters can be achieved through the upper computer’s “restore default value “, but the relevant running records and
storage data will remain unchanged (such as power, cycle times, protection records, etc).

4.2.2 RS485-1 /CAN 4.2.2.1 RS485-2

RJ45 interface, is used for external communication of With a dual RS485 interface, the default baud rate is

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battery pack, such as inverter, computer bps.9600 can be expanded in parallel battery pack,
communication interconnection.

4.2.3 RS232:
Default baud rate bps .9600
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4.2.4 ADD:
Address switch: four address switches, used to determine where the different ON
communication address is. The lower position is off, which means 0. The
upper position is on, which means 1.
When the PACK is used in parallel, different addresses can be distinguished by
the dial switch on the BMS. To avoid setting the address to the same PACK, 1 2 3 4
the definition of the dial switch is referred to the table below. OFF

Address Dial switch position

#1 #2 #3 #4
0 OFF OFF OFF OFF
1 ON OFF OFF OFF
2 OFF ON OFF OFF
3 ON ON OFF OFF
4 OFF OFF ON OFF
5 ON OFF ON OFF
6 OFF ON ON OFF
7 ON ON ON OFF
8 OFF OFF OFF ON
9 ON OFF OFF ON
10 OFF ON OFF ON
11 ON ON OFF ON
12 OFF OFF ON ON
13 ON OFF ON ON
14 OFF ON ON ON
15 ON ON ON ON

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4.2.5 Indicator
Table 1 LED Working status indicators

State Normal/alert/ RUN ALM Electricity indicator LED Note

protection

Shutdown Sleep Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Total extinction
Standby Normal Flash 1 Elimination According to the electricity indicator Standby status
Alarm Flash 1 Flash 3 Module Low
Voltage
Charge Normal Always Elimination According to the electricity indicator Maximum
bright (Power indicator maximum LED flash 2) power LED
flash (flash 2),
Alarm Always Flash 3
overcharge
bright
alarm ALM no
flicker
Overcharge Always Elimination Always bright Always Always Always If there is no
protection bright bright bright bright electricity, the
indicator is in
standby state
Temperature, Elimination Always Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Stop charging
overcurrent, bright
failure
protection
Discharge Normal Flash 3 Elimination According to the electricity indicator
Alarm Flash 3 Flash 3
Undercurrent Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Stop discharge
protection
Temperature, Elimination Always Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Stop discharge
overcurrent, bright
short circuit,
reverse
connection,
failure
protection
Failure Elimination Always Elimination Elimination Elimination Elimination Stop charging
bright and discharging

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Table 2 Description of capacity indication

State Charge Discharge

Capacity indicator L4 L3 L2 L1 L4 L3 L2 L1
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Power 0~25% Elimination Elimination Elimination Flash 2 Elimination Elimination Elimination Always
(%) bright
25~50% Elimination Elimination Flash 2 Always Elimination Elimination Always Always
bright bright bright
50~75% Elimination Flash 2 Always Always Elimination Always Always Always
bright bright bright bright bright
75~100% Flash 2 Always Always Always Always bright Always Always Always
bright bright bright bright bright bright
running indicator Always bright Flash (flash 3)

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5. Safety Operating Guidelines
5.1 Application Schematic

INVERTER

PV ARRAY
PUBLIC GRID

LOCAL LOAD

BATTERY MODULE

5.2 Tools
The following tools are needed to install batteries

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Wire cutter Crimping Modular Plier Screw Driver

Use insulated tools to prevent accidental electric shock or short circuit. If there is no insulation tool, use insulation tape to
cover all exposed metal surfaces of the tool for insulation treatment.
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5.3 Safety equipment

When handling the battery pack, it is recommended to wear the following safety equipment.

Insulated gloves Safety goggles Safety shoes

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6. Installation
6.1 Installation location
Ensure that the installation location meets the following conditions:
6.1.1 The area must be completely waterproof.
6.1.2 The installation area must be flat.
6.1.3 No flammable and explosive items nearby.
6.1.4 Ambient temperature must be between 0°c and 50°C, the temperature and humidity must remain constant.
6.1.5 The area must be kept clean with minimal dust.

6.2 Installation
Put the battery module into the mounting cabinet or bracket and connect the wire.

NOTE

When the battery is placed or pulled out of the

rack, beware of the battery slipping out

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When multiple batteries are connected in parallel, as shown below:

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When connecting the equipment, the battery output positive and negative electrodes
NOTE should be taken from the first group and the last group of batteries
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 Attention!

If the ambient temperature is out of working range, the battery pack will stop working. The optimal operating temperature
range of the battery is from 0 to 50 °C. Exposure to adverse temperature will affect the batterie’s performance and lifetime.
The LiFePO4 battery Is maintenance free, but the unit still needs to be inspected at least once every 3 months.

7. Maintenance
The LiFePo4 battery Is maintenance free, but the unit still needs to be inspected at least once every 3 months

Visual inspection.
Check all connections and wiring for damage, corrosion, and deformities. Check for loose connections and any damage
to the LiFePo4 Battery.
Observe the state of the indicator lights to determine normal operation.
When the Battery has shut down and the Alarm red light is flashing, first check all connections. Then check the
connected devices for faults and over current. The unit can be reactivated by pressing the reset button. If the problem
is not solved, please contact your supplier.
Parallel connections. When units are connected in parallel, always ensure that the voltage levels are within 2 volts before
connecting units together. If the voltage levels are more than 2 Volts, over current will occur to lower charged batteries
and the battery will go into state of alarm. To avoid this all batteries must be charged to the same voltage level before
connecting in parallel.

8. FAQ Analysis and Solutions

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8.1 Undervoltage alarm
ALM indicator lights flicker, RUN operation indicator lights out.
Cause analysis:
(1) The load current is too large and exceeds the battery’s discharge protection value.
(2) Battery protection panel failure.
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Solution: The BMS will lock the state of alarm protection until the charger can be activated at the charging input end.

8.2 Discharge over-current protection

ALM alarm indicator lights flicker, RUN operation indicator lights out.
Cause analysis:
(1) The load current is too large that exceeds the battery’s discharge protection value.
(2) Battery protection panel failure.
Solution: The BMS will lock the state of alarm protection until the charger can be activated and adjusted to a lower load draw
at the charging input end.

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8.3 Temperature Protection
ALM alarm indicator lights flicker, RUN operation indicator lights out.
Cause analysis: Ambient temperature may be too high or too low
Solution: when the temperature at the NTC end returns to normal, the BMS protection will recover from the temperature
protection state and the red ALM light will stop flashing.

8.4 Battery No Voltage Output

The power indicator lights are out and the voltage at both ends of the battery is 0 V.
Cause analysis: The battery is not activated or the BMS is abnormal.
Solution: Activate or reset the battery by pressing the reset button. If the battery does not reset the voltage is too low and
needs to be charged. If the unit does not recharge, contact your supplier.

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